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DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read "For Your Safety" (page xxxviii). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible En place for future reference. - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 2
body cap ❏ MH-25a battery charger (comes with either an AC wall adapter or power cable of a type and shape that varies with the country or region of sale) ❏ DK-5 eyepiece cap ❏ DK-31 rubber eyecup (comes attached to camera) ❏ UC-E24 USB cable ❏ AN-DC21 strap ❏ Warranty ❏ User's Manual • Memory - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 3
D The Nikon Download Center Visit the Nikon download center to download firmware updates, ViewNX-i and other Nikon software, and manuals for Nikon products including cameras, NIKKOR lenses, and flash units. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ iii - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 4
marks tips, additional information you may find helpful when using this product. 0 This icon marks references to other sections in this manual. ❚❚ Conventions • This camera uses SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards, referred to throughout this manual as "memory cards". • Throughout this manual, battery - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 5
Table of Contents Package Contents ii About This Manual iv Menu List xxxii For Your Safety xxxviii Notices ...xliv Getting to Know the Camera 1 Parts of the Camera 1 Camera Body 1 The Power Switch 7 The Control Panel 8 The Viewfinder 9 The Live View Displays (Photos/Movies 12 Touch - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 6
Framing Photographs in the Monitor (Live View 40 Recording Movies (b Mode 45 Taking Photos During Filming 50 Playback...51 Viewing Movies 53 Deleting Unwanted Pictures 56 Camera Controls 57 The G Button 57 Using the Menus 58 The i Button (the i Menu 63 The Still Photography i Menu 65 The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 7
Dial 71 Using the Mode Dial 72 The Release Mode Dial 73 Choosing a Release Mode 73 The Focus-Mode Selector 75 The AF-Mode Button 76 Choosing an AF Mode 77 Choosing an AF-Area Mode 78 The AF-ON Button 82 The A Button 82 Exposure (AE) Lock 83 Focus Lock 83 Locking Focus and Exposure 83 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 8
Flash Compensation 103 The BKT Button 104 The Pv Button 105 The Fn Button 106 Shooting Settings 107 Choosing a Shooting Mode 107 Shooting in Modes P, S, A, and M 109 User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes 115 Using Special Effects Modes 119 Image Recording Options (Image Area, Quality, and Size - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 9
Manual Focus 162 Exposure-Related Settings (Metering and Exposure Compensation 166 Choosing How the Camera Sets Exposure ......... 166 Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only 170 Autoexposure Lock 173 Exposure Compensation 175 Choosing the Operation Performed When the Shutter Is Released (Release Mode - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 10
Balance Bracketing 232 ADL Bracketing 238 Image Processing (Picture Controls 243 Selecting a Picture Control 243 Modifying Picture Controls 245 Creating Custom Picture Controls 250 Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows (Active D-Lighting and HDR 254 Active D-Lighting 254 High Dynamic - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 11
Options for Movie Recording and Editing 262 Image Area: Choosing a Movie Crop 262 Frame Size/Frame Rate 278 Other Shooting Options 279 Using Two Memory Cards 279 Deleting Copies 281 Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings 282 Settings Accessible from the Photo Shooting Menu 282 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 12
Exposure Options 287 Creating a Multiple Exposure 290 Using the i Button 296 Ending Multiple Exposures 297 Taking Photos at a Set Interval -Lapse Movies 318 Varying Focus over a Series of Photos (Focus Shift Shooting 328 Focus Shift Shooting Options 329 Focus-Shift Photography 331 The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 13
Using Non-CPU Lenses (Non-CPU Lens Data 349 Entering Lens Data 351 Recalling Non-CPU Lens Data 352 Playback 353 Viewing Pictures 353 Full-Frame Playback 353 Thumbnail Playback 354 Calendar Playback 355 Playback Controls 356 Using the Touch Screen 358 The i Button 361 Photo Information - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 14
for Upload 381 Deleting Pictures 383 During Playback 383 The Playback Menu 385 Connecting to Devices 396 Connecting to HDMI TVs 397 Connecting to HDMI Recorders 397 Network Connections 402 Camera and Network System Chart 402 Connecting to Smart Devices 403 The SnapBridge App 403 What - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 15
433 Connecting in Infrastructure Mode 439 Uploading Pictures 447 Disconnecting and Reconnecting 451 Connecting to Networks Using the WT-7 453 The WT-7 453 What the WT-7 Can Do for You 454 Connecting Using the WT-7 456 Troubleshooting Wireless Issues 457 On-Camera Flash Photography 459 "On - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 16
Flash Compensation 469 Adjusting Flash Compensation 470 FV Lock 471 Flash Info for On-Camera Units 474 Flash Control Mode Displays 474 Remote Flash Photography 477 What Is Remote Flash Photography 477 Using Remote Flash Units 478 Radio AWL 479 Establishing a Wireless Connection 479 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 17
Custom Settings Menu Defaults 518 Setup Menu Defaults 524 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 529 Delete 530 Playback Folder 530 Playback Display Options 531 Copy Image(s 532 Copying Pictures 533 Image Review 538 After Delete 539 Rotate Tall 540 Slide Show 540 Viewing Slide Shows 541 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 18
Folders 545 Select Folder by Number 546 Select Folder from List 548 File Naming 550 Role Played by Card in Slot 2 551 Image Area 551 Image Quality 551 Image Size 551 NEF (RAW) Recording 552 NEF (RAW) Compression 552 NEF (RAW) Bit Depth 552 ISO Sensitivity Settings 553 White Balance 553 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 19
NR 556 High ISO NR 557 Vignette Control 558 Diffraction Compensation 559 Auto Distortion Control 560 Flicker Reduction 561 Flash Control 563 Flash Control Mode 564 Wireless Flash Options 565 Remote Flash Control 566 Radio Remote Flash Info 566 Auto Bracketing 567 Multiple Exposure 569 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 20
Movie Shooting Menu 572 File Naming 572 Destination 572 Image Area 573 Auto DX Crop 573 Frame Size/Frame Rate 573 Movie Quality 574 Movie File Type 574 ISO Sensitivity Settings 575 White Balance 576 Set Picture Control 577 Manage Picture Control 577 Active D-Lighting 577 High ISO NR - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 21
592 a5: Auto-Area AF Face/Eye Detection 593 a6: Focus Points Used 594 a7: Store Points by Orientation 595 a8: AF Activation 597 a9: Focus Point Wrap-Around 597 a10: Focus Point Options 598 Focus Point Illumination 598 Manual Focus Mode 598 Dynamic-Area AF Assist 599 a11: Low-Light AF 599 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 22
Button AE-L 605 c2: Standby Timer 605 c3: Self-Timer 606 c4: Monitor Off Delay 606 d: Shooting/Display 607 d1: CL Mode Shooting Speed 607 d2: Max. Continuous Release 607 d3: Sync. Release Mode Options 608 d4: Exposure Delay Mode 608 d5: Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter 609 d6: Extended - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 23
Highlights 615 d12: LCD Illumination 616 d13: Live View in Continuous Mode 616 d14: Optical VR 617 e: Bracketing/Flash 618 e1: Flash 623 f1: Customize i Menu 623 View Memory Card Info 624 View Release Mode 624 Bluetooth Connection 625 Wi-Fi Connection 625 f2: Customize i Menu (Lv - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 24
635 Viewfinder Photography 635 Live View 635 Playback Mode 636 f5: Customize Command Dials 637 Reverse Rotation 637 Change Main/Sub 637 Aperture Setting 638 Menus and Playback 639 Sub-Dial Frame Advance 640 f6: Release Button to Use Dial 641 f7: Reverse Indicators 642 f8: D Switch 642 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 25
Menu: Camera Setup 654 Format Memory Card 656 Save User Settings 657 Reset User Settings 657 Language 657 Time Zone and Date 658 Monitor -CPU Lens Data 672 Clean Image Sensor 673 Lock Mirror Up for Cleaning 674 Image Dust Off Ref Photo 675 Acquiring Image Dust Off Reference Data ......... - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 26
Image Comment 681 Input Comment 681 Attach Comment 681 Copyright Information 682 Entering the Names of the Photographer Frame Playback Flicks 686 HDMI 686 Location Data 687 Wireless Remote (WR) Options 688 LED Lamp 688 Link Mode 689 Assign Remote (WR) Fn Button 691 Airplane Mode 691 xxvi - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 27
696 Network Settings 696 Options 698 MAC Address 699 Wireless Transmitter (WT-7 700 Wireless Transmitter 700 Conformity Marking 700 Battery Info 701 Slot Empty Release Lock 702 Save/Load Menu Settings 703 Save Menu Settings 707 Load Menu Settings 707 Reset All Settings 708 Firmware - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 28
720 D-Lighting 726 Quick Retouch 727 Red-Eye Correction 728 Straighten 729 Distortion Control 730 Perspective Control 732 Monochrome 733 Image Overlay 734 Add 734 Lighten and Darken 738 Trim Movie 743 OMY MENU/mRECENT SETTINGS 744 O My Menu: Creating a Custom Menu 745 m Recent Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 29
Troubleshooting 751 Before Contacting Customer Support 751 Problems and Solutions 753 Battery/Display 753 Shooting 754 Playback 762 Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks 764 Miscellaneous 764 Alerts and Error Messages 765 Alerts 765 Error Messages 769 Technical Notes 773 Camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 30
Filter 823 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 832 Camera Care 832 Battery Care 836 Using the Charger 839 Using the Charging AC Adapter 839 Specifications 840 Nikon D780 Digital Camera 840 Approved Memory Cards 860 Memory Card Capacity 861 [FX (36 × 24)] Selected for Image Area - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 31
Battery Endurance 867 Trademarks and Licenses 870 Kit Lens Manual 874 Kit Lenses 874 AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Manual 874 Index 887 xxxi - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 32
displayed depending on camera settings or on the type of lens, flash unit, or other accessory attached. PLAYBACK MENU PHOTO SHOOTING MENU Delete White balance Playback folder Set Picture Control Playback display options Manage Picture Control Copy image(s) Color space Image review Active - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 33
selection a3 Focus tracking with lock-on a4 3D-tracking face-detection a5 Auto-area AF face/eye detection a6 Focus points used a7 Store points by orientation a8 AF activation a9 Focus point wrap-around a10 Focus point options a11 Low-light AF a12 Manual focus ring in AF mode xxxiii - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 34
c Timers/AE lock c1 Shutter-release button AE-L c2 Standby timer c3 Self-timer c4 Monitor off delay CUSTOM SETTING MENU d Shooting/display d1 CL mode shooting speed d2 Max. continuous release d3 Sync. release mode options d4 Exposure delay mode d5 Electronic front-curtain shutter d6 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 35
f6 Release button to use dial f7 Reverse indicators f8 D switch CUSTOM SETTING MENU g Movie g1 Customize i menu g2 Custom controls g3 AF speed g4 AF tracking sensitivity g5 Highlight display SETUP MENU Format memory card Save user settings Reset user settings Language Time zone and date Monitor - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 36
mapping Image comment Copyright information Beep options Touch controls HDMI Location data Wireless remote (WR) options Assign remote (WR) Fn button SETUP MENU Airplane mode Connect to smart device Connect to PC Wireless transmitter (WT-7) Conformity marking Battery info Slot empty release lock - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 37
RETOUCH MENU NEF (RAW) processing Trim Resize D-Lighting Quick retouch Red-eye correction Straighten Distortion control Perspective control Monochrome Image overlay Trim movie MY MENU Add items Remove items Rank items Choose tab xxxvii - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 38
"For Your Safety" in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. A DANGER: Failure to or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the battery or power source. Continued operation could result in fire, burns or - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 39
to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire. Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the lens or camera. Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment. Do not aim the flash or AF-assist illuminator at the operator of a motor vehicle - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 40
chargers, or AC adapters not specifically designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers, and AC adapters designated shooting backlit subjects, keep the sun well out of the frame. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is close to the frame could cause fire. Turn this - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 41
Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will not be used . Failure to observe this precaution could have adverse effects on vision. Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories attached. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 42
nails, or strike them with hammers. Charge only as indicated. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire. If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean water and seek immediate medical attention - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 43
needed, insulate the terminals with tape. Overheating, rupture, or fire may result should metal objects come into contact with the terminals. If battery liquid comes into contact with a person's skin or clothing, immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to observe - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 44
language in any form, by any means, without Nikon's prior written permission. • Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 45
that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample." The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 46
the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including lenses, 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 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 47
to Know the Camera Parts of the Camera Camera Body 78 9 10 11 6 12 5 4 5 3 13 2 14 1 15 1 Accessory shoe (for optional 8 S (Q) button (0 91) flash unit) 9 Sub-command dial 2 Release mode dial (0 73) 10 Power switch (0 7) 3 Release mode dial lock release (0 73) 4 Mode dial lock - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 48
) 5 Audio connector cover 6 Accessory terminal connector cover 7 Cover for USB and HDMI connectors 8 Lens release button (0 26) 9 AF-mode button (0 76) 10 Focus-mode selector (0 75) 2 3 4 15 5 16 6 17 7 18 8 19 9 11 Lens mounting mark (0 25) 12 Mirror (0 822) 13 Meter coupling lever 14 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 49
9 8 7 6 1 CPU contacts 2 Lens mount (0 25) 3 Tripod socket 4 AF coupling 5 Fn button (0 106) 1 2 10 54 3 6 Battery-chamber cover 7 Battery-chamber cover latch 8 Memory card slot cover (0 27) 9 Pv button (0 105) 10 Body cap (0 25) Getting to Know the Camera 3 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 50
45) 6 AF-ON button (0 82) 7 A button (0 82) 8 Multi selector (0 58) 9 J button (0 58) 10 Focus selector lock 11 Speaker 12 Memory card access lamp (0 27, 36) 13 i button (0 63) 14 Tilting monitor (0 5, 14) 15 R button (0 68) 16 W (Y) button (0 99) 17 X (T) button (0 95) 18 Q/g (U) button (0 86) 19 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 51
devices. Keep magnetic storage devices away from the speaker. D The Monitor The angle of the monitor can be adjusted as shown. Getting to Know the Camera 5 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 52
. D Tilting the Monitor • Rotate the monitor gently within the limits of the hinges. Do not use force; failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera or monitor. • Do not touch the area to the rear of the monitor. Be particularly careful not to touch the area shown. Failure to observe - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 53
the switch to the "OFF" position turns the camera off. D The LCD Illuminator Rotating the power switch to D activates the control panel backlight (LCD illuminator). The backlight will remain lit for a few seconds after the power switch is released. The backlight turns off when the switch is rotated - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 54
(0 34, 861) 7 ISO sensitivity (0 91) 8 ISO sensitivity indicator (0 91) Auto ISO sensitivity indicator (0 93) 9 Battery indicator (0 33) 10 Metering (0 99) D Camera Off Display If the camera is turned off with a battery inserted, the control panel will display a memory card icon and the number of - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 55
The following indicators appear in the viewfinder at default settings. For a full list of the indicators that may be displayed, see "Camera Displays" (0 773) in "Technical Notes". 1 2 34 56 7 1 AF area brackets (0 36ʣ 2 Metering (0 99) 3 Shutter speed 4 Aperture 5 ISO sensitivity indicator (0 91 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 56
the viewfinder will dim. The display will return to normal when a charged battery is inserted. D Temperature Extremes The brightness of the control panel and viewfinder insert the supplied eyepiece cap as shown (w). Hold the camera firmly when removing the rubber eyepiece cup. 10 Getting to Know the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 57
A The Diopter Adjustment Control With your eye to the viewfinder, rotate the diopter control until display in the viewfinder is in sharp focus. Viewfinder not in focus Viewfinder in focus Getting to Know the Camera 11 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 58
1 Shooting mode (0 71) 7 White balance (0 86) 2 AF-area brackets (0 40) 8 Image area 3 Autofocus mode (0 76) 9 Image size (0 97) 4 AF-area mode (0 78) 10 Image quality (0 95) 5 Active D-Lighting 11 i icon (0 63) 6 Set Picture Control 12 Subject tracking AF 12 Getting to Know the Camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 59
(0 93) 17 Aperture 18 Shutter speed 19 Metering (0 99) 20 Battery indicator (0 33) 21 Touch shooting (0 14, 65) ❚❚ Movies 1 2 9 3 8 7 6 1 Recording indicator (0 45) "No movie" indicator 2 Time remaining (0 45) 3 Frame size and rate/image quality 4 Release mode (still photography; 0 73 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 60
fingers. • Touch controls can be used to: - Focus and release the shutter (0 14) - Adjust settings (0 15) - View pictures (0 16) - View movies (0 17) - Access the i menu (0 18) - Enter text (0 18) - Navigate the menus (0 19) ❚❚ Focusing and Releasing the Shutter • Touch the monitor during live view - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 61
❚❚ Adjusting Settings • Tap highlighted settings in the display. • You can then choose the desired option by tapping icons or sliders. • Tap Z or press J to select the chosen option and return to the previous display. Getting to Know the Camera 15 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 62
bottom of the display brings up a frame-advance bar. Slide your finger left or right over the bar to scroll rapidly to other pictures. • To zoom in on a picture displayed in full-frame playback, use a stretch gesture or give the display two quick taps. After zooming in, you can adjust the zoom - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 63
gesture in full-frame playback. Use pinch and stretch to choose the number of images displayed from 4, 9, and 72 frames. • Using a pinch gesture when 72 frames are indicated by a 1 icon; to start playback, tap the on-screen guide. • Tap the display to pause. Tap again to resume. • Tap Z to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 64
, tap e or f or tap directly in the text display area. • To cycle through the upper- and lower-case and symbol keyboards, tap the keyboard selection button. 18 Getting to Know the Camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 65
After pressing the G button to display the menus, you can slide up or down to scroll. • Tap a menu icon to choose a menu. • Tap menu items to display options. You can then choose the desired option by tapping icons or sliders. • To exit without changing settings, tap Z. Getting to Know the Camera 19 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 66
or Disabling Touch Controls Touch controls can be enabled or disabled using the [Touch controls] item in the setup menu. 20 Getting to Know the Camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 67
First Steps Readying the Camera Attaching the Strap To attach a strap (whether the supplied strap or one that has been purchased separately): First Steps 21 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 68
° to fix it in place (e). • Power cable: After connecting the power cable with the plug in the orientation shown, insert the battery and plug the cable in. • An exhausted battery will fully charge in about two hours and 35 minutes. Battery charging (flashes) Charging complete (steady) 22 First Steps - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 69
. • The ambient temperature is too hot or too cold: Use the battery charger at temperatures within the designated temperature range (0 - 40 °C). If the problem persists, unplug the charger and end charging. Bring the battery and charger to a Nikon-authorized service representative. First Steps 23 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 70
pressed to one side, slide the battery into the battery chamber until the latch locks it in place. ❚❚ Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand. 24 First Steps - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 71
a Lens • The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR. • Be careful to prevent dust entering the camera. • Confirm that the camera is off before attaching the lens. - Remove the camera body cap (q, w) and rear lens cap (e, r). - Align the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 72
lens cap before taking pictures. D CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings When using a CPU lens equipped with an aperture ring (0 791), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). ❚❚ Detaching Lenses • After turning the camera off, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 73
off before inserting or removing memory cards. • The camera has two memory card slots: Slot 1 (q) and Slot 2 (w). place. ❚❚ Removing Memory Cards After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the camera off and open the memory card slot cover. Press the card in to eject it (q); the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 74
. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. - Do not remove or insert memory cards - Do not turn the camera off - Do not remove the battery - Do not disconnect AC adapters • Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 75
the switch to the "lock" position write-protects the card, protecting the data it contains. • If you attempt to release the shutter while a write-protected card is inserted, a warning will be displayed and no picture will be recorded. Unlock the memory card before attempting to take or delete - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 76
and set the camera clock. Pictures cannot be taken nor settings adjusted until the clock is set. 1 Turn the camera on. When the camera is turned on vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased. Use the multi selector and J button to navigate the menus. Press 1 and 3 to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 77
. Use the multi selector and J button to set the camera clock. Select time zone Select date format Select daylight saving time option Set time and date (note that the camera uses a 24-hour clock) The clock can be adjusted at any time using the [Time zone and date] > [Date and time] item in the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 78
and time] item in the setup menu to set the clock to the correct time and date. The camera clock is powered by an independent clock battery. The clock battery charges when the main battery is inserted or the camera is powered by an optional power connector and AC adapter. It takes about 2 days to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 79
in the control panel and viewfinder. Control panel L K J I H H (flashes) Viewfinder - - - - d d (flashes) Description Battery fully charged. Battery partially discharged. Low battery. Charge battery or ready spare battery. Shutter release disabled. Charge or exchange battery. First Steps 33 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 80
slots). • At default settings, [Overflow] is selected for [Role played by card in Slot 2] in the photo shooting menu. When two memory cards are inserted, pictures will first be recorded to the card in Slot 1, switching to Slot 2 when the card in Slot 1 is full. 34 First Steps - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 81
• If two memory cards are inserted, the camera will show the number of additional photographs that can be recorded to the card in Slot 1. When the card in Slot 1 is full, the display - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 82
. Photographs can be framed in the viewfinder (viewfinder photography) or in the monitor (live view photography). Framing Photographs in the Viewfinder (Viewfinder Photography) 1 Pressing the mode dial lock release on top of the camera, rotate the mode dial to b. 36 Basic Photography and Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 83
. Holding the handgrip in your right hand and cradling the camera body or lens with your left, bring your elbows in against the sides of your chest. 3 Frame the photograph. • Frame a photograph in the viewfinder. • Position the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 84
the shutter-release button halfway to focus. • The in-focus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder when the focus operation is complete. Viewfinder display Description (steady) The subject is in focus. (steady) The focus point is in front of the subject. (steady) The focus point is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 85
lamp has gone out and recording is complete. A The Standby Timer (Viewfinder Photography) The camera uses a standby timer to help reduce the drain on the battery. The timer starts when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and expires if no operations are performed for about 6 seconds. The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 86
Framing Photographs in the Monitor (Live View) 1 Pressing the mode dial lock release on top of the camera, rotate the mode dial to b. 2 Rotate the live view selector to C (live view photography). 3 Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and live view will start. The viewfinder will go dark - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 87
cradle the camera body or lens with your left. 5 Frame the photograph. • Position the subject near the center of the frame. • At default settings, the camera automatically detects portrait subjects and positions the focus point over their faces or eyes. 6 Press the shutter-release button halfway to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 88
7 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The monitor turns off during shooting. 8 Press the a button to exit live view. 42 Basic Photography and Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 89
• Although these effects are not visible in the final pictures, during live view you may notice that: - Moving through the frame may be distorted, or the entire frame may appear distorted when the camera is panned horizontally) - Jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots are present - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 90
[No limit] is selected for [Monitor off delay] > [Live view], the camera may nevertheless terminate live view as necessary to protect its internal circuits from high temperatures in mode M. A Touch Controls Touch controls can be used in place of the shutter-release button to focus and take pictures - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 91
this manual, the terms "filming" and "recording" are used as follows: "filming" is used if the live view selector is rotated to 1, while "recording" refers to the act of shooting footage using the movie-record button. 1 Pressing the mode dial lock release on top of the camera, rotate the mode dial - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 92
lens will be displayed in the monitor. • During live view, exposure for movies and photographs can be previewed in the monitor. 4 Press the movie-record button to start recording. 46 Basic Photography and Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 93
remaining • Sound is recorded via the built-in microphone. Do not cover the microphone during recording. • Focus can be adjusted by tapping your subject in the monitor. 5 Press the movie-record button again to end recording. 6 Press the a button to exit live view. Basic Photography and Playback 47 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 94
may be distorted, or the entire frame may appear distorted when the camera is panned horizontally) - Jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright fog, or lines) and unexpected colors may appear if you use the X (T) button to zoom in on the view through the lens during filming. • Movie recording - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 95
camera may be audible in footage recorded: - During autofocus - When power aperture is used - During aperture adjustment - With vibration reduction enabled on vibration reduction (VR) lenses A Focusing During Movie Recording Focus can also be adjusted by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 96
]. While recording is in progress, only one photo will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. • Photographs taken during filming will not be displayed automatically after shooting even if [On] is selected for [Image review] in the playback menu. 50 Basic Photography and Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 97
displayed is shown by an icon. 2 Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. • Additional pictures can also be viewed by flicking a finger left or right over the display (0 14). • To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Basic Photography and Playback 51 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 98
A Image Review When [On] is selected for [Image review] in the playback menu, pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor after shooting without the user pressing the K button. 52 Basic Photography and Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 99
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon. Tap the a icon in the display or press J to start playback (a progress bar shows your approximate position in the movie). 1 1 icon 2 Length 3 a icon 4 Current position/total length 5 Progress bar 6 Volume 7 Guide Basic Photography and Playback 53 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 100
or advance one frame at a time. • Keep 4 or 2 pressed for continuous rewind or advance. Rotate the main command dial one stop to skip ahead or back 10 s. If the movie contains no indices, you can skip to the first or last frame by rotating the sub-command dial. 54 Basic Photography - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 101
1 or K to exit to full-frame playback. Exit to Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit shooting mode playback and return to shooting mode. A Indices Indices can be added when playback is paused by pressing the i button and selecting [Add index]. You can quickly jump to indexed locations - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 102
can be deleted as described below. Note that once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. 1 Display the picture. • Press the K button to start playback and press 4 or 2 until the desired picture is displayed. • The location of the current image is shown by an icon at the bottom left corner of - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 103
Camera Controls The G Button Press the G button to view the menus. 1 1 D PLAYBACK MENU 2 3 4 2 C PHOTO SHOOTING MENU 3 1 MOVIE SHOOTING MENU 5 6 7 9 4 A CUSTOM SETTING MENU 5 B d Help icon 9 Current settings * You can choose the menu displayed. The default is [MY MENU]. Camera Controls 57 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 104
Using the Menus You can navigate the menus using the multi selector and J button. 1 Move cursor up 2 Select highlighted item 3 Display sub-menu, select highlighted item, or move cursor right 4 the icon for the current menu. 2 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. 58 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 105
3 Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. 4 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 5 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. Camera Controls 59 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 106
6 Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. 7 Select the highlighted option. • Press J. • To exit without making a selection, press the G button. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. 60 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 107
Out Items Some items and menu options may be unavailable depending on the mode and camera state. Unavailable items are displayed in gray and cannot be selected. D the character under the cursor, press the O (Q) button. • To complete entry, press X (T). • To exit without completing text entry, press - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 108
A The d (Help) Icon • Where available, a description of the currently-selected item can be viewed by pressing the Q/g (U) button. • Press 1 or 3 to scroll. • Press Q/g (U) again to return to the menus. A Touch Controls You can also navigate the menus using touch controls (0 14). 62 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 109
the i Menu) For quick access to frequently-used settings, press the i button or tap the i icon in the live-view display to view the i menu. • To cancel and return to the previous display, press the i button. • Different menus are displayed during viewfinder photography, live view, and movie recording - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 110
Out Items Some items and menu options may be unavailable depending on the mode and camera status. Unavailable items are displayed in gray and cannot be selected. to save changes. You can also save changes by pressing the shutter-release button halfway or highlighting another item. 64 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 111
button during still photography displays the items listed below. Highlight the desired item using the multi selector and press J to view options. 123 456 13 7 8 9 10 11 12 Viewfinder photography 14 Live view photography 1 Set Picture Control 2 Image quality 3 Flash mode . Camera Controls 65 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 112
button during movie recording displays the items listed below. Highlight the desired item using the multi selector and press J to view options. 123 456 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 Set Picture Control 2 Frame size and rate/Image quality 3 Wind noise reduction 4 Wi-Fi connection 5 Autofocus mode 6 Destination - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 113
The Playback i Menu Pressing the i button during playback displays a contextsensitive i menu of frequently-used playback options. Photo playback Movie playback Movie playback paused Camera Controls 67 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 114
information or choose the indicators displayed. Viewfinder Photography During viewfinder photography, you can press the R button to view an information display in the monitor. The display lists such data as shutter speed, aperture, number of exposures remaining, and AF-area mode. 68 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 115
View Photography Use the R button to cycle through the following displays: ❚❚ Live View Selector Rotated to C 1 Indicators on 2 Simplified display 3 Histogram * 4 Virtual horizon * Displayed when [On] is selected for Custom Setting d9 [Exposure Preview (Lv)] in mode P, S, A, or M. Not displayed if - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 116
❚❚ Live View Selector Rotated to 1 1 Indicators on 2 Simplified display 3 Histogram 4 Virtual horizon 70 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 117
The Mode Dial Use the mode dial to choose a shooting mode. Choose whether to adjust shutter speed and/or aperture manually or leave the camera in charge. Camera Controls 71 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 118
. A Aperture- You choose the aperture; the camera selects priority auto the shutter speed for best results. M Manual You control both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter speed to "bulb" or "time" for long time-exposures. U1/U2 User settings modes Assign frequently-used settings to these - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 119
performed when the shutter is released. Choosing a Release Mode Press the release mode dial lock release on top of the camera and rotate the release mode dial. Mode Description S Single frame The camera takes one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed. At default settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 120
12 fps when [12-bit] is selected. As for single frame except that camera noise is reduced. The camera takes pictures at up to 3 fps while the shutter-release button is pressed; camera noise is reduced. Take pictures with the self-timer. The mirror is raised before shooting to minimize blur caused - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 121
The Focus-Mode Selector Choose AF for autofocus, M for manual focus. Camera Controls 75 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 122
The AF-Mode Button Choose the AF and AF-area modes. The AF mode determines how the camera focuses in autofocus mode, the AF-area mode how the camera selects the focus point for autofocus. 76 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 123
AF-A [AF mode auto-switch] The camera uses AF-S when photographing stationary subjects and AF-C when photographing subjects that are in motion. • This option is available only during still photography. AF-S [Single AF] Use with stationary subjects. Focus locks while the shutter-release button is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 124
AF-Area Mode Hold the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial. The options available vary with the AF mode. ❚❚ Viewfinder Photography Option Description [Single-point The camera focuses on a point selected by the user. AF] • Use with stationary subjects. The camera focuses on a point - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 125
[3D-tracking] The user selects the focus point; while the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway, the camera will track subjects that leave the selected focus point and select new focus points as required. This option is available when AF-A or AF-C is selected for AF mode. • Use for subjects - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 126
This option is available only when AF-S is selected as the AF mode for still photography. The camera focuses on a point selected by the user. • Use with stationary subjects. As for [Single-point AF], except the camera focuses on a wider area. • Choose for snapshots, subjects that are in motion, and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 127
's face. If the camera detects the subject's eyes, the amber border will instead appear around an eye (face/eye-detection AF). ❚❚ Manual Focus-Point Selection When an option other than [Auto-area AF] is selected for AF-area mode, you can select the focus point manually. Press the multi selector - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 128
The AF-ON Button The AF-ON button can be used for focus in autofocus mode. • You can choose the role assigned to the AF-ON button. Use Custom Settings f3 [Custom controls] and g2 [Custom controls] in the Custom Settings menu to choose the roles played by the button during photography and movie - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 129
current subject when AF-A or AF-C is selected for AF mode. When using focus lock, choose an AF-area mode other than [Auto-area AF]. Locking Focus and Exposure 1 Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure. Camera Controls 83 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 130
is altered. • An AE-L icon will be displayed in the viewfinder or monitor. 3 Keeping the A button pressed, recompose the photograph. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject. If the distance to the subject changes, release the lock and focus again at the new distance. 84 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 131
-S Is Selected for AF Mode Focus will lock while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Focus will also lock while the A button is pressed. A Using the Shutter-Release Button for Exposure Lock If [On (half press)] is selected for Custom Setting c1 [Shutter-release button AE-L], exposure will - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 132
balance. White balance delivers natural colors with light sources of different hues. D The Q/g (U) Button The Q/g (U) button may be disabled in some shooting modes or when certain conditions apply. Adjusting White Balance Hold the Q/g (U) button and rotate the main command dial. 86 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 133
sub-command dial. If coordinates are displayed as shown, you can hold the Q/g (U) button and fine-tune white balance using the multi selector. • Press 4 or 2 to can press 4 or 2 to highlight a digit. Press 1 or 3 to change. • Release the Q/g (U) button to return to shooting mode. Camera Controls 87 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 134
lit by direct sunlight. G [Cloudy] Use in daylight under overcast skies. M [Shade] Use in daylight with subjects in shade. J [Incandescent] Use under incandescent lighting. 88 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 135
Daylight fluorescent] [High temp. mercuryvapor] 5 [Flash] K [Choose color temperature] L [Preset manual] Description Use under fluorescent lighting; choose the bulb type according to the light source. Use with or light source or copy white balance from an existing photograph. Camera Controls 89 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 136
A Protecting Pictures from Deletion During playback, the Q/g (U) button can be used to protect pictures. Protecting pictures helps prevent accidental deletion. A Viewing Help Where available, a description of the currently-selected item can be viewed by pressing the Q/g (U) button (0 62). 90 Camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 137
cannot be achieved at the setting selected by the user. Adjusting ISO Sensitivity Hold the S (Q) button and rotate the main command dial. • Choose from to 51200, b and all EFCT modes other than j also offer an X ([Auto]) option. When X is selected, the camera adjusts ISO sensitivity automatically - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 138
ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing pictures to be taken when lighting is poor and helping prevent blur when the subject is in motion. Note, however, that the higher the sensitivity, the more likely the image is to be affected by "noise" in the form of randomly - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 139
ISO Sensitivity Control In P, S, A, and M modes, you can hold the S (Q) button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose whether the camera will automatically adjust ISO sensitivity if the desired exposure cannot be achieved at the value selected by the user. • When auto ISO sensitivity control is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 140
alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera. Exposure compensation can be used to make pictures brighter or darker. −1 EV No exposure compensation +1 EV D The E Button The E button may be disabled in some shooting modes or when certain conditions apply. Adjusting Exposure Compensation - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 141
The X (T) Button The X (T) button is used to adjust image quality and choose the size of JPEG images. Adjusting Image Quality During viewfinder photography, image quality can be adjusted by holding the X (T) button and rotating the main command dial. Camera Controls 95 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 142
(RAW) image and a JPEG copy. For the normalm] JPEG copy, you can choose from options prioritizing image quality or file size. [NEF (RAW) + JPEG normal] Options with a star ("m") prioritize image JPEG format. Image quality increases as quality progress from basic through - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 143
by holding the X (T) button and rotating the sub-command dial. Choose from [Large], [Medium], and [Small]; the selected option applies to JPEG photos. The physical dimensions of the photos in pixels varies with image area. Image area [FX (36×24)] [Large] 6048×4024 Image size [Medium] 4528×3016 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 144
lens in the monitor. • The zoom ratio increases each time the X (T) button is pressed; to zoom out, press W (Y). • While the view through live view photography, image quality and size can be adjusted using the [Image quality] and [Image size] items in the photo shooting menu. 98 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 145
(Y) Button Use the W (Y) button to choose how the camera meters light when setting exposure. D The W (Y) Button The W (Y) button may be disabled in some shooting modes or when certain conditions apply. Choosing a Metering Option Hold the W (Y) button and rotate the main command dial. Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 146
It can be used with subjects that dominate the composition, for example. N [Spot metering] The camera meters a circle 4 mm (0.16 in.) in diameter (approximately 1.5% of frame). Use for example to meter a specific area of the frame when your subject is backlit or features sharply contrasting areas - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 147
. Flash mode determines the effect produced by the flash, flash compensation the flash level. D The N (Y) Button The N (Y) button may be disabled in some shooting modes or when certain conditions apply. Choosing a Flash Mode Hold the N (Y) button and rotate the main command dial. Camera Controls 101 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 148
with slow sync) [Rear-curtain M sync] (rear- curtain sync) s [Flash off] Description Shooting mode This mode is recommended for most situations. b, P, S, A, M, EFCT (j and m excluded) The flash the shutter closes. P, S, A, M The flash does not fire. b, P, S, A, M, EFCT 102 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 149
the N (Y) button and rotate the sub-command dial. • Choose positive values for brighter lighting, negative values to ensure that the subject is not too brightly lit. • Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0. Flash compensation is not reset when the camera is turned - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 150
flash level, white balance, or Active D-Lighting (ADL) over a series of shots. • The role performed by the BKT button can be chosen using Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls]. D The BKT Button The BKT button may be disabled in some shooting modes or when certain conditions apply. 104 Camera Controls - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 151
shooting, press and hold the Pv button. • Optional flash units compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) will emit button during photography and movie recording, respectively. D The Pv Button The Pv button may be disabled in some shooting modes or when certain conditions apply. Camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 152
adjusted by holding the Fn button and rotating the command button during photography and movie recording, respectively. • The default assignment for the Fn button is [Choose image area]. D The Fn Button The Fn button may be disabled in some shooting modes or when certain conditions apply. 106 Camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 153
Shooting Settings Choosing a Shooting Mode Keeping the mode dial lock release pressed, rotate the mode dial to choose from the following modes: Mode Description b Auto (0 36, 45) A simple, "point-and-shoot" mode that leaves the camera in charge of settings. Camera sets shutter speed and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 154
Mode Description A Aperturepriority auto (0 111) User chooses aperture; camera selects shutter speed for best results. Use to blur background or bring both foreground and background into focus. M Manual (0 113) User controls both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter speed to Bulb or Time - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 155
of choosing different combinations of shutter speed and aperture without altering exposure ("flexible program"). A Flexible Program Mode P offers "flexible program", in which although the camera chooses the initial shutter speed and aperture, while the standby timer is on the main command dial can - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 156
❚❚ 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. To choose a shutter speed, rotate the main command dial while the exposure meters are on. • - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 157
❚❚ A (Aperture-Priority Auto) In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. To adjust aperture, rotate the sub-command dial while the exposure meters are on. • - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 158
A Non-CPU Lenses Use the lens aperture ring to adjust aperture. If the maximum aperture -Field Preview Aperture can be stopped down by pressing and holding the Pv button. Depth of field (the range of distances that appears to be in focus) can then be previewed in the viewfinder. 112 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 159
❚❚ M (Manual) You control both shutter speed and aperture. Choose this mode for long time-exposures of such subjects as fireworks or the night sky (Bulb or Time photography, 0 170). Shutter speed and aperture can be adjusted - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 160
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 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 161
excluded), • Custom Settings, and • shooting mode, shutter speed (modes S and M), aperture (modes A and M), flexible program (mode P), exposure and flash compensation. 2 Select [Save user settings]. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight [Save user settings] in the setup menu and press - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 162
Highlight [Save to U1] or [Save to U2] and press 2. 4 Save user settings. Highlight [Save settings] using 1 and 3 and press J to assign current settings to the selected user settings mode. 5 Take pictures using saved settings. Rotate the mode dial to U1 or U2 to recall the settings last saved to the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 163
A User Settings The following cannot be saved to U1 or U2. • Photo shooting menu: - [Storage folder] - [Image area] - [Manage Picture Control] - [Multiple exposure] - [Interval timer shooting] - [Time-lapse movie] - [Focus shift shooting] • Movie shooting menu: - [Image area] - [Manage Picture - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 164
the G button to display the menus. Highlight [Reset user settings] in the setup menu and press 2. 2 Select a position. Highlight [Reset U1] or [Reset U2] and press 2. 3 Reset user settings. Highlight [Reset] and press J to restore default settings for the selected position. The camera will function - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 165
of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities. • Manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus. Overall saturation and contrast are increased for a more vibrant image. Overall saturation is increased for a more lively image. Sharpen outlines and simplify coloring - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 166
toy camera. • k ([Toy camera effect]) effects can be adjusted in live view (0 123). Create photos that appear to be pictures of dioramas. Works best when shooting from a high vantage point. • l ([Miniature effect]) effects can be adjusted in live view (0 124). • Miniature effect movies play back at - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 167
a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds. A Special Effects Modes • Pictures taken in j, f, d, e, k, l, or m mode with [NEF (RAW)] selected for image quality will be recorded at an image quality of [JPEG fine m], while in the case of pictures taken at a setting of NEF - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 168
❚❚ Adjusting e (Photo Illustration) Settings When e is selected, the effect can be adjusted in live view: 1 Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. 2 Press J. Photo illustration options will be displayed. 3 Adjust outline thickness. Press 4 to thin outlines - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 169
Effect) Settings When k is selected, the effect can be adjusted in live view: 1 Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. 2 Press J. Toy camera effect options will be displayed. 3 Adjust options. • Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired setting. • [Vividness - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 170
through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. 2 Position the focus point. • Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that you want to be in focus. • To check focus, press the shutterrelease button halfway. • To temporarily clear miniature effect options from the display - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 171
• Press 1 or 3 to choose the width of the area that will be in focus. 5 Press J. Press J to save changes; the selected effect will be applied during shooting. A Movies Miniature effect movies play back at high speed. For example, approximately 15 minutes of footage shot with 1920 × 1080/30p selected - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 172
❚❚ Adjusting m (Selective Color) Settings When m is selected, the effect can be adjusted in live view: 1 Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. 2 Press J. Selective color options will be displayed. 126 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 173
3 Select colors. • Frame an object of the desired color in the white square at the center of the display. • To zoom in for more precise color selection, press X (T). Press W (Y) to zoom out. • Press 1 to choose the color of the object in the white square as one that will be recorded in color when - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 174
be displayed; select [Yes]. 6 Press J. Press J to save changes; the selected effect will be applied during shooting. D Note: Selective Color • The camera may have difficulty detecting some colors. Saturated colors are recommended. • Higher values for color range may include hues from other colors - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 175
Image Recording Options (Image Area, Quality, and Size) Adjusting Image Area Settings Image area settings can be displayed by selecting [Image area] in the photo shooting menu. Shooting Settings 129 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 176
with an angle of view equivalent to a NIKKOR lens on a 35 mm format camera. a [DX (24×16)] Images are recorded in DX format. To calculate the approximate focal length of the lens in 35 mm format, multiply by 1.5. m [1:1 (24×24)] Pictures are recorded with an aspect ratio of 1 : 1. Z [16:9 (36×20 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 177
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 [Choose image area] when a DX lens is attached, the edges of the image may be eclipsed. This may not be apparent in the viewfinder, but when the images are played back - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 178
be displayed in the control panel and viewfinder by pressing the button to which [Choose image area] is assigned. Image area [FX (36×24)] Display [DX (24×16)] [1 : 1 (24×24)] [16 : 9 (36×20)] • Camera controls cannot be used to select image area when a DX lens is attached and [Auto DX crop] is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 179
automatically selects the [DX (24×16)] (DX format) image area when a DX lens is attached. Option [On] [Off] Description The camera automatically selects the [DX (24×16)] (DX format) image area when a DX lens is attached. Automatic image-area selection disabled. ❚❚ The Viewfinder Mask Display If - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 180
the JPEG copy from the camera also deletes the NEF (RAW) image. [NEF (RAW)] [JPEG finem] [JPEG fine] [JPEG normalm] [JPEG normal] [JPEG basicm] [JPEG basic] Record photos in NEF (RAW) format. Record photos in JPEG format. "Fine" produces higher quality pictures than "normal" and "normal" higher - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 181
format ideal for photos that will be processed in multiple different ways. ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D are available free-of-charge from the Nikon Download Center. • The process of converting NEF (RAW) images to other formats such as JPEG is referred to as "NEF (RAW) processing". You can save NEF (RAW - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 182
Quality Option During viewfinder photography, you can choose an image quality option by holding the X (T) button and rotating the main command dial. A The Photo Shooting Menu [Image Quality] Option Image quality can also be adjusted using the [Image quality] item in the photo shooting menu. Use the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 183
Choose a size for new JPEG pictures. The size for JPEG pictures can be selected from [Large], [Medium], and [Small]. The number of pixels in the image varies with the option selected for image area (0 129). Image area [FX (36×24)] (FX format) [DX (24×16)] (DX format) [1 : 1 (24×24)] [16 : 9 (36 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 184
photography, you can choose the image size by holding the X (T) button and rotating the sub-command dial. A The Photo Shooting Menu [Image Size] Option Image size for JPEG images can also be adjusted using the [Image size] item in the photo shooting menu. Use the [Image size] item in the photo - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 185
Choosing How the Camera Focuses (Focus) Choosing a Focus Mode Rotate the focus-mode selector to AF to select autofocus or to M to select manual focus. During viewfinder photography, the camera focuses using 51 focus points. Shooting Settings 139 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 186
Option AF-A [AF mode auto-switch] AF-S [Single AF] AF-C [Continuous AF] Description The camera uses AF-S when photographing stationary subjects and AF-C when photographing subjects that are in motion. For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. At - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 187
If AF-C is selected for AF mode, or if AF-A is selected and the camera is shooting using AF-C, the camera will initiate predictive focus tracking if the subject moves toward or away from the camera while the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway or the AF-ON button is pressed. This allows the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 188
is pressed halfway. If the camera fails to focus, the focus point will flash red. • At default settings, the shutter can only be released if the camera is able to focus (focus priority). For moving subjects. The camera focuses continuously while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway; if the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 189
Option AF-F [Full-time AF] Description The camera adjusts focus continuously in response to subject movement or changes in composition. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus point will turn from red to green and focus will lock. • This option is available only during filming - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 190
Choosing an Autofocus Mode To choose the autofocus mode, hold the AF-mode button and rotate the main command dial. • During viewfinder photography, the selected AF mode is displayed in the control panel and viewfinder. • During live view photography and filming, the selected AF mode is displayed in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 191
-point AF] Select the focus point (0 159); the camera will focus on the subject in the selected focus point only. Use with stationary subjects. Select the focus point. In AF-A and AF-C focus modes, the camera will focus based on information from surrounding focus points if the subject briefly - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 192
] Description Select the focus point. While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway in AF-A and AF-C focus modes, the camera will use all 51 focus points to track subjects that leave the selected point and choose new points as required. • Use to quickly compose pictures with subjects that are - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 193
point yourself, for portraits, or snapshots and other spur-of-the-moment photos. • When AF-S is selected for autofocus mode, the active focus points are briefly highlighted after the camera focuses. When AF-C is selected, or when AF-A is selected and photographs are taken using AF-C, only the main - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 194
in the control panel and viewfinder. AF-area mode Control panel Viewfinder focusViewfinder point display (during selection) AF] [Auto-area AF] * Only active focus point is displayed in the viewfinder. Remaining focus points provide information to assist focus operation. 148 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 195
A 3D-Tracking When [3D-tracking] is selected for AF-area mode, the camera stores the colors in the area surrounding the focus point at the moment the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. Consequently 3D-tracking may not produce the desired results with subjects that are similar in color to the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 196
spot in the frame smaller than the focus point for [Single-point AF]. This option is available only when AF-S is chosen for AF mode during still photography. Focusing may be slower than with [Single-point AF]. The camera focuses on a point selected by the user. Use with stationary subjects. As for - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 197
Option e [Dynamicarea AF] h [Auto-area AF] Description The camera focuses on a point selected by the user. If the subject briefly leaves the selected point, the camera will focus based on information from surrounding focus points. • Use for photographs of athletes and other active subjects that - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 198
or other special filter is used - The subject appears smaller than the focus point - The subject is dominated by regular geometric patterns (e.g., blinds or a row of windows in a skyscraper) - The subject is moving • The monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses. • The focus point may - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 199
A s: The Center Focus Point In all AF-area modes except [Auto-area AF], a dot appears in the focus point when it is in the center of the frame. A Quick Focus-Point Selection For quicker focus-point selection, choose [Every other point] for Custom Setting a6 [Focus points used] to use only a quarter - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 200
an AF-Area Mode To choose the AF-area mode, hold the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial. • During viewfinder photography, the selected AF-area mode is displayed in the control panel and viewfinder. • During live view photography and filming, the selected AF-area mode is displayed in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 201
mode, you have the option of enabling face-detection AF, allowing the camera to detect the faces of human portrait subjects. Face/eye detection AF, in which the camera on] or [Face detection on] is selected, the camera will assign focus priority to the faces of any portrait subjects it detects. - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 202
on] is selected are similarly indicated by an amber border. • If AF-S is selected for AF mode, or if AF-A is selected and the camera is shooting using AF-S, the focus point will turn green when the camera focuses. • If more than one portrait subject or more than one eye is detected, e and f icons - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 203
D Face/Eye-Detection AF • Eye detection is not available during movie recording. • Eye and face detection may not perform as expected if: - the subject's face occupies a very large or very small proportion of the frame, - the subject's face is lit too brightly or too poorly, - the subject is wearing - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 204
as it moves through the frame (in the case of portrait subjects, focus will track the subject's face). To end tracking, press J a third time. To exit subject-tracking mode, press the W (Y) button. D Subject Tracking The camera may be unable to track subjects if they move quickly, leave the frame - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 205
Except when [Auto-area AF] is selected for AF-area mode, the focus point can be selected manually, allowing photographs to be composed with the subject positioned almost anywhere in the frame. 1 Undo the focus selector lock. Rotate the focus selector lock to I. 2 Use the multi selector to select the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 206
from changing when the multi selector is pressed. A Focus Lock If your subject will not be in the selected focus point in the final composition, or if the camera is unable to focus on the selected subject, press the A button to lock focus at the desired distance before recomposing the shot (0 83 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 207
the shutter release may be disabled or pictures may be out of focus, the latter a result of the camera either displaying the in-focus indicator (I)-or, in live view, displaying the focus point in green-when the subject is not in focus. Focus manually or use focus lock to focus on another subject - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 208
Manual Focus Manual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the desired results. • AF lenses: Set the lens focus mode switch (if present) and camera focus-mode selector to M. • Manual focus lenses: Focus manually. 162 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 209
To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus. D AF Lenses Do not use AF lenses with the lens focus-mode switch set to M and the camera focus-mode selector set to AF. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 210
(I) are displayed when the subject is in focus. Focus indicator Status (steady) The subject is in focus. (steady) The focus point is in front of the subject. (steady) The focus point is behind the subject. (steady) The camera is unable to focus. • Note that with the subjects listed in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 211
The Focal Plane Mark and Flange-Back Distance Focus distance is measured from the focal plane mark (E) on the camera body, which shows the position of the focal plane inside the camera (q). Use this mark when measuring the distance to your subject for manual focus or macro photography. The distance - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 212
Camera Sets Exposure Metering determines how the camera sets exposure. Choose the method used and area metered when the camera sets exposure. • In modes other than P, S, A, and M, the camera and is recommended when using filters with an exposure factor (filter factor) over 1×. 166 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 213
circle 4 mm (0.16 in.) in diameter (approximately 1.5% of the frame). The circle is centered on the current focus point, making it possible to meter off-center subjects (the camera will meter the center focus point if a non-CPU lens or an AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED lens is attached or - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 214
❚❚ Choosing a Metering Option Hold the W (Y) button and rotate the main command dial. • The selected metering option is displayed in the control panel and viewfinder. 168 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 215
Lens Type The metering method used when [Matrix metering] is selected varies with the lens. • CPU lenses: - 3D color matrix metering III: Available with type D, E, and G CPU lenses. The camera includes distance information when calculating exposure. - Color matrix metering III: Available with CPU - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 216
Time. Long time-exposures can be used for pictures of fireworks, night scenery, the stars, or moving lights. Shutter speed: Bulb (35-second exposure) Aperture: f/25 Shutter speed Description Bulb The shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is held down. Time The exposure starts - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 217
1 Ready the camera. Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. 2 Rotate the mode dial to M. Keeping the mode dial lock release pressed, rotate the mode dial to M. 3 Choose a shutter speed. • While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 218
shutter. • Bulb: After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional remote cord or wireless remote controller all the way down. Keep the shutter-release button pressed until the exposure is complete. • Time: After focusing, press the shutter-release button all the way down - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 219
lock to recompose photographs after setting exposure for a specific area of the subject. Exposure lock comes in 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 A button to lock - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 220
button pressed, recompose the photograph and shoot. A Metered Area In [Spot metering] (0 166), exposure will be locked at the value metered in a circle centered on the selected focus adjusted without altering the metered value for exposure: Mode P S A Setting Shutter speed and aperture (flexible - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 221
value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when [Spot metering] or [Center-weighted metering] is selected for metering (0 166). −1 EV No exposure compensation +1 EV ❚❚ Adjusting Exposure Compensation Hold the E button - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 222
is pressed. Display Control panel No exposure compensation (E button pressed) ʵ0.3 EV +2.0 EV Viewfinder • E icons and exposure indicators will appear in the control panel and viewfinder. In modes other than M, the zero ("0") at the center of the exposure indicator will flash in the control - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 223
A Mode M In mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change. A Using a Flash When a flash is used, exposure compensation affects both flash - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 224
Choosing the Operation Performed When the Shutter Is Released (Release Mode) Choosing a Release Mode Such as SingleFrame, Continuous, or Quiet Shutter-Release To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial so that the pointer aligns with the desired - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 225
photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed. At default settings, the camera takes photos at up to 3 fps while the shutter-release button is pressed. • The frame advance rate can be selected using CL Continuous low speed Custom Setting d1 [CL mode shooting speed]. Choose from - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 226
for [Beep options] > [Beep on/off] in the setup menu. The camera takes pictures at up to 3 fps while the shutter-release button is pressed; camera noise is reduced. Take pictures with the self-timer (0 183). Choose this mode to minimize camera shake in telephoto or close-up photography or in other - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 227
recorded. • 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 The Memory Buffer • While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera will show the number of pictures that can be stored in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 228
faster with AF-C selected for autofocus mode and other settings at default values. shooting menu and ISO sensitivity is altered automatically by the camera, • when ISO sensitivity is set to a value (available with VR lenses) is on, • when the battery is low, • with certain lenses, or • if - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 229
shake or for selfportraits. 1 Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to E. 2 Frame the photograph and focus. The timer will not start if the camera is unable to focus with AF-S selected for AF mode or in other situations in which the shutter - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 230
button all the way down to start the timer; the shutter will be released after about 10 seconds, during which the self-timer lamp will at first flash for approximately 8 seconds and then light for roughly 2 seconds. • To turn the self-timer off before a photograph is taken, turn the release mode - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 231
blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. To use mirror-up mode, press the release mode dial lock release and rotate the release mode dial to MUP (mirror up). After pressing the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure, press the shutterrelease button the rest of - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 232
A Mirror-Up Mode • Use of a tripod is recommended. • To prevent blurring caused by camera movement, press the shutter- release button smoothly. • The mirror lowers when shooting ends. • A picture will be taken automatically if no operations are performed for about 30 s after the mirror is raised. • - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 233
's Sensitivity to Light (ISO Sensitivity) ISO Sensitivity The camera's sensitivity to light can be adjusted according to the amount of light available. Choose from settings that range from ISO 100 and ISO 51200. Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 234
ISO Sensitivity Hold the S (Q) button and rotate the main command dial. • The selected option is displayed in the control panel and viewfinder. • b and all EFCT modes other than j also offer an ISO sensitivity of X ([Auto]). When X is selected, the camera adjusts ISO sensitivity automatically. • By - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 235
ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing pictures to be taken when lighting is poor and helping prevent blur when the motion. Note, however, that the higher the sensitivity, the more likely the image is to be affected by "noise" in the form of randomly-spaced bright - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 236
ISO sensitivity control automatically adjusts ISO sensitivity if optimal exposure cannot be achieved at the value selected by the user in P, S, A, and M modes. ❚❚ Enabling Auto ISO Sensitivity Control 1 Select [ISO sensitivity settings] in the photo shooting menu, highlight [Auto ISO sensitivity - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 237
3 Adjust settings. • Adjust auto ISO sensitivity control settings. Option [Maximum sensitivity] [Maximum sensitivity with c] Description To prevent ISO sensitivity being raised too high, you can select an upper limit for ISO sensitivity control; choose from values of from ISO 200 to Hi 2. The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 238
In modes P and A, auto ISO sensitivity control only takes effect if shutter speed needed for optimal exposure would fall below this value; choose from settings of 1/4000 s to 30 s. If [Auto] is selected, the camera will choose the minimum shutter speed based on lens focal length (CPU lenses only - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 239
in the control panel and viewfinder. When these indicators are lit (not flashing), pictures will be taken at the sensitivity selected for [ISO sensitivity]. When sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user, the ISO AUTO indicators will flash and the altered value will be shown in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 240
unit is attached, ISO sensitivity may be raised automatically when auto ISO sensitivity control is used in combination with slow sync flash modes, possibly preventing the camera from selecting slow shutter speeds (0 460, 465). A Turning Auto ISO Sensitivity Control On or Off You can turn [Auto ISO - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 241
be achieved with auto white balance, choose an option from the list below or use preset white balance. • In modes other than P, S, A, and M, the camera adjusts white balance automatically according to the scene. Option (K *) Description White balance is adjusted automatically for optimal results - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 242
Option (K *) Description D [Natural light auto] (4500-8000 K) When used under natural light, this option produces colors closer to those seen by the naked eye. H [Direct sunlight] (5200 K) Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight. G [Cloudy] (6000 K) Use in daylight under overcast skies. M [ - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 243
value by holding Q/g (U) button and rotating sub-command dial. * Color temperature. All values are approximate and do not reflect finetuning (if applicable). A 4 ([Auto]) The photo info for pictures shot using auto white balance lists the color temperature selected by the camera at the time the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 244
and rotate the main command dial. Options for the selected setting, if any, can be selected by holding the Q/g (U) button and rotating the sub-command dial. D Studio Flash Lighting 4 ([Auto]) may not produce the desired results with large studio flash units. Use preset white balance - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 245
A The [White Balance] Option White balance can also be adjusted via the [White Balance] item in the photo and movie shooting menus. A D ([Natural Light Auto]) D ([Natural light auto]) may not produce the desired results under artificial light. Choose 4 ([Auto]) or an option that matches the light - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 246
can hold the Q/g (U) button and use the multi selector to fine-tune white balance. • Press 4 or 2 to fine-tune white balance on the amber-blue axis and 1 or 3 to fine-tune white balance on the greenmagenta axis. • The selected setting takes effect when the Q/g (U) button is released. 200 Shooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 247
finetuning options. For information on fine-tuning preset manual white balance, see "Fine-Tuning Preset Manual White Balance" (0 223). 2 Fine-tune white • The G (green)-M (magenta) axis has effects similar to color compensation filters and is ruled in increments of 0.25. A change of 1 is equivalent - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 248
3 Press J. Press J to save settings and return to the photo shooting menu. A Adjusting White Balance in the i Menu To view white balance options, highlight [White balance] in the i menu and press J. If an option other than [Choose color temperature] is selected, white balance can be fine-tuned by - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 249
temperature by 106, is a measure of color temperature that takes such variation into account, 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-6000 K (a difference of 1000 K)=24 mired Shooting Settings 203 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 250
Only) To adjust color temperature when [Choose color temperature] is selected for white balance, hold the Q/g (U) button and use the multi selector or rotate the sub-command dial. • Hold the Q/g (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose a color temperature in mireds. 204 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 251
• To highlight a digit, hold the Q/g (U) button and press 4 or 2. Press 1 or 3 to edit the highlighted digit. • Changes apply only to the A (amber)-B (blue) axis. • The selected setting takes effect when the Q/g (U) button is released. Shooting Settings 205 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 252
temperature appear tinged with blue (w). 3000 4000 5000 6000 8000 10000 [ K ] In general, choose lower values if your pictures have a red cast or to intentionally make colors colder, higher values if your pictures are tinged blue or to intentionally make colors warmer. 206 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 253
❚❚ Using the Menus Color temperature can be selected using the [White balance] options in the photo shooting menu. Enter values for the amber-blue and green-magenta axes as described below. 1 Select [Choose color temperature]. Select [White balance] in the photo shooting menu, then highlight [Choose - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 254
3 Press J. • Press J to save changes and return to the photo shooting menu. • If a value other than 0 is selected for the green (G)-magenta (M) axis, an asterisk ("U") will appear next to the K icon. A Choosing Color Temperature in the i Menu To view white balance options, highlight [White balance] - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 255
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 six values for preset white balance in presets d-1 through d-6. Two methods are available - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 256
lighting that will be used in the final photograph. In studio settings, a standard 18% gray panel can be used as a reference object. • Note that exposure is reference object. In mode M, adjust exposure so that the exposure indicator shows ±0 (0 114). 1 Keeping the Q/g (U) button pressed, rotate the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 257
2 Select a preset. Press the Q/g (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed. Shooting Settings 211 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 258
3 Select direct measurement mode. • Release the Q/g (U) button briefly and then press the button until the D indicators in the control panel and viewfinder start to flash. • In direct measurement mode, the focus point changes to a white balance target as shown and stays in the center of the frame. 4 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 259
show a flashing a. Press the shutterrelease button halfway to exit to shooting mode. • 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 panel and viewfinder. Press the shutter-release button halfway to return to Step - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 260
mode will end in the time selected for Custom Setting c2 [Standby timer]. A Measuring Preset Manual White Balance (Viewfinder Photography) Preset manual If the current preset is protected, the camera will be unable to measure a value for preset manual white balance; any attempt to measure white - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 261
A Selecting a Preset • Selecting [Preset manual] for [White balance] in the photo shooting menu displays white as [Direct sunlight]. A Measuring Preset White Balance from the i Menu With preset manual selected for white balance, display the i menu, highlight [White balance], and then press and hold - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 262
the need to prepare a reference object or change lenses during telephoto photography. • When measuring preset manual white balance for flash photography, use the viewfinder as described in "Viewfinder Photography" (0 210). 1 Keeping the Q/g (U) button pressed, rotate the main command dial to select - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 263
2 Select a preset. Press the Q/g (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed. 3 Select direct measurement mode. Release the Q/g (U) button briefly and then press the button until the L icon in the monitor starts to flash. Shooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 264
over a white or gray area of the subject. • To zoom in on the area around the target (r) for more precise positioning, press the X (T) button. • You can also position the target (r) by tapping your subject in the monitor. Tapping the monitor positions the target (r) and measures white balance at the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 265
will be displayed and the camera will return to Step 4. Measure white balance again after repositioning the white balance target (r) or the like. 6 Press the Q/g (U) button to exit direct measurement mode. White balance presets can be viewed by selecting [Preset manual] for [White balance] in the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 266
Balance (Live View) The time available to measure white balance is that selected for Custom Setting c4 [Monitor off delay] > [Live view]. D Measuring Preset Manual White Balance (Live View) Preset manual white balance cannot be measured while a multiple exposure is in progress. 220 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 267
preset. 1 Select [Preset manual]. Select [White balance] in the photo shooting menu, then highlight [Preset manual] and press 2. 2 Select a destination. Highlight the destination preset (d-1 to d-6) and press X (T). 3 Choose Select image. Highlight [Select image] and press 2. Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 268
4 Highlight a source image. Highlight the source image. To view the highlighted image full frame, press and hold the X (T) button. 5 Copy white balance. • Press J to copy the white balance value for the highlighted photograph to the selected preset. • If the highlighted photograph has a comment, the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 269
Balance" (0 200). A Edit Comment To enter a descriptive comment of up to 36 characters for the current white-balance preset, select [Edit comment] in the preset manual white balance menu and enter a comment (0 61). A Protect To protect the current white-balance preset, select [Protect] in the preset - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 270
not time to check results and adjust settings with each shot, or to experiment with different settings for the same subject. • Bracketing is available in modes P, S, A, and M only. 224 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 271
flash level over a series of photographs. [AE bracketing] The camera varies exposure over a series of photographs. [Flash bracketing] The camera varies flash level over a series of photographs. [WB bracketing] The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 272
flash bracketing: Exposure modified by: Exposure modified by: Exposure modified by: 0 EV -1 EV +1 EV 1 Choose the number of shots and exposure increment. • Pressing the BKT button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. 226 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 273
a M icon and exposure and flash bracketing indicator will appear in the control panel and BKT will be displayed in the viewfinder. • Pressing the BKT button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment. • When [1/3 step] is selected for Custom Setting b1 [EV steps for exposure cntrl - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 274
• The bracketing programs with an increment of 0.3 (1/3) EV are listed below. Control panel display Exposure and flash bracketing indicator No. of shots Bracketing order (EVs) 0 0 3 0/+0.3/+0.7 3 0/-0.7/-0.3 2 0/+0.3 2 0/-0.3 3 0/-0.3/+0.3 5 0/-0.7/-0.3/+0.3/ +0.7 7 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 275
2 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 D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 276
flash bracketing is available in i-TTL and, where supported, auto aperture (qA) flash control modes only (0 462, 798). A Exposure Bracketing The camera modifies exposure by varying shutter speed and aperture (mode P), aperture (mode S), or shutter speed (modes A and M). If [On] is selected for [ISO - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 277
displayed. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (0 282), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Shooting Settings 231 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 278
white balance bracketing: • In continuous release modes, the camera will record only the number of photographs selected in the white balance bracketing program. 1 Choose the number of shots and exposure increment. • Pressing the BKT button - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 279
• Pressing the BKT button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. • The size of the increment can be chosen from 1 (1 step), 2 (2 steps), or 3 (3 steps). • Each - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 280
• The bracketing programs with an increment of 1 are listed below. Control panel display WB bracketing indicator No. of shots White balance increment Bracketing order 0 1 0 3 1B 0/B1/B2 3 1A 0/A2/A1 2 1B 0/B1 2 1A 0/A1 3 1A, 1B 0/A1/B1 5 1A, 1B 0/A2/A1/B1/ B2 7 1A, 1B 0/A3 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 281
2 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. • Each shot will be processed to create the number of copies specified in the control panel, a flashing j icon will appear in the viewfinder, and the shutter release will be disabled. Shooting can begin when a new memory card is inserted. Shooting Settings 235 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 282
White Balance Bracketing Restrictions White balance bracketing is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + made on the green-magenta axis. • If the camera is turned off while the memory card access lamp is lit, the camera will power off only after all photographs in the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 283
displayed. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (0 282), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Shooting Settings 237 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 284
ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. To use ADL bracketing: 1 Choose the number of shots. • Pressing the BKT button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. • At settings other than zero, a M icon and an ADL - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 285
2 If the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is 2, choose the Active D-Lighting amount. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose the Active D-Lighting setting for the second shot. Shooting Settings 239 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 286
• Active D-Lighting is shown in the control panel. ADL Control panel display Y [Auto] Z [Extra high] P [High] Q [Normal] R [Low] 240 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 287
release modes, release button is pressed. • If the memory card fills before all shots in the sequence have been taken, shooting can be resumed from the next shot in the sequence after the memory card has been replaced or shots have been deleted to make room on the memory card. If the camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 288
displayed. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (0 282), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated. 242 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 289
Adjust image processing (Picture Control) settings according to your subject or creative intent. Picture Control options can be accessed via the [Set Picture Control] items in the photo and movie shooting menus (0 553, 577). • In modes other than P, S, A, and M, the camera chooses a Picture Control - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 290
range, from highlights to shadows. Choose for photographs that will later be extensively processed or retouched. k01 [Creative - Picture k20 Control] Creative Picture Controls offer unique combinations of hue, tone, saturation, and other settings tuned for particular effects. Choose from a total - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 291
the photographer's creative intent. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control in the Picture Control list and press 2. 2 Adjust in increments of 0.25 (the options available vary with the Picture Control selected). To quickly adjust levels for balanced [Sharpening], [Mid - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 292
3 Save changes and exit. Press J to save changes and return to the Picture Control list. Picture Controls that have been modified from default settings are indicated by an asterisk ("U"). 246 Shooting Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 293
or shadows. [Saturation] Control the vividness of colors. [Hue] Adjust hue. [Filter effects] Simulate the effect of color filters on monochrome pictures. [Toning] Choose the tint used in monochrome pictures. Pressing 2 when an option other than [B&W] (black-and-white) is selected displays - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 294
term in parentheses is the name of the corresponding third-party color filter for black-and-white photography. D The i Menu Highlighting [Set Picture Control] in the i menu and pressing J displays a Picture Control list. Highlight a Picture Control and press 3 to adjust settings. • Press 1 or 3 to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 295
(Auto) • Selecting the [A] (auto) option available for some settings lets the camera adjust the setting automatically. • Results vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame. A The [Auto] Picture Control Settings can be adjusted in the range [A−2] to [A+2]. Shooting Settings 249 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 296
Controls to and from the memory card. ❚❚ Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Highlight [Manage Picture Control] in the photo or movie shooting menu and press 2. 2 Select [Save/edit]. Highlight - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 297
proceed to Step 5 to save a copy of the highlighted Picture Control without further modification. 4 Edit the selected Picture Control. To abandon any changes and start over from default settings, press the O (Q) button. Press J when settings are complete. 5 Select a destination. Choose a destination - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 298
Step 7 to proceed without renaming the Picture Control, or rename the Picture Control as described in "Text Entry" (0 61). Custom Picture Control names can be up to nineteen characters long. Any characters after the nineteenth will be deleted. 7 Press the X (T) button. • Text entry will end. • The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 299
with the card in Slot 2). Once copied to memory cards, Picture Controls can be used with other cameras or compatible software. • [Copy to camera]: Copy custom Picture Controls from the memory card to custom Picture Controls C-1 through C-9 on the camera and name them as desired. • [Delete from card - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 300
in Highlights and Shadows (Active D-Lighting and HDR) Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting, accessed via the [Active D-Lighting] item in the photo or movie shooting menu, is used to preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating pictures with natural contrast. Use for high-contrast scenes - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 301
[Extra high] P [High] Q [Normal] R [Low] The camera automatically adjusts Active D-Lighting in response to shooting conditions. Choose the amount of , fog, or lines may appear in photos taken with Active D-Lighting. • In mode M, [Auto] is equivalent to [Normal]. • Uneven shading may be visible with - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 302
: • [HDR mode]: Choose from [On (series)] (take a series of HDR photographs, ending when [Off] is selected), [On (single photo)] (take one HDR photograph), and [Off] (exit without taking additional HDR photographs). • [HDR strength]: Choose the HDR strength. If [Auto] is selected, the camera will - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 303
the [Matrix metering] metering option when shooting with HDR. 1 Select [HDR (high dynamic range)]. Highlight [HDR (high dynamic range)] in the photo shooting menu and press 2. 2 Select a mode. • Highlight [HDR mode] and press 2. • Choose an HDR mode using 1 or 3 and press J. Shooting Settings 257 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 304
J. If [Auto] is selected, the camera will automatically adjust HDR strength to suit the scene. 4 Choose whether to keep individual exposures. To choose whether to save the individual NEF (RAW) images that make up the HDR photograph, highlight [Save individual images (NEF)] and press 2, then press - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 305
5 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. • The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. Flashing "1" and "2" indicators will appear respectively in the control panel and viewfinder while the images are combined. No pictures can be taken until recording - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 306
photograph will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. • Shutter speeds of Bulb (Bulb) and Time (Time) are not available. D HDR Restrictions HDR cannot be combined with some camera features, including: • Modes other than P, S, A, and M • Flicker reduction • Bracketing • Multiple - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 307
Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls] > [BKT button], [HDR mode] (Step 2) and [HDR strength] (Step 3) can be selected using the BKT button and command dials. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the main command dial to choose from the following HDR modes: a ([Off]), 1 ([On (single photo)]), and b ([On - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 308
Options for Movie Recording and Editing Image Area: Choosing a Movie Crop You can choose an image area using the [Image area] > [Choose image area] item in the movie shooting menu. Select [FX] to shoot movies in what is referred to as "FX-based movie format", [DX] to shoot - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 309
35.9 × 20.2 mm (FX-based movie format) and 23.5 × 13.2 mm (DXbased movie format). Movies shot with a DX-format lens and [On] selected for [Image area] > [Auto DX crop] in the movie shooting menu are recorded in DX-based movie format. • Enabling electronic vibration reduction by selecting [On] for - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 310
Frame Size/Frame Rate and Movie Quality The [Frame size/frame rate] item in the movie shooting menu is used to choose the movie frame size (in pixels) and frame rate. You can also choose from two [Movie quality] options: [High quality] and [Normal]. Together, these options determine the maximum bit - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 311
at [High quality]. 4 Image area fixed at [FX]; face detection not enabled in [Auto-area AF] AF-area mode. 5 Movies shot in l or e mode with 1920 × 1080 120p the movie shooting menu. Movies recorded to memory cards formatted in the camera will however be recorded as a single file regardless of size if - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 312
×1080; 24p ×5 (slow-motion)] for [Frame size/frame rate] in the movie shooting menu. Movies recorded at 4 or 5 times the rated speed are played back at the rated speed for a slow-motion effect. Movies shot at [1920 × 1080; 30p ×4 (slowmotion)], for example, are recorded at a frame rate of roughly - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 313
• When a slow-motion option is selected, quality is fixed at "high quality" and the image area is fixed at [FX] regardless of the lens used or the option selected for [Image area] > [Choose image area] in the movie shooting menu (0 129). • Features such as flicker reduction, electronic vibration - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 314
Points to Note When Recording Movies Note the following points when recording movies: • Depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before the maximum length (0 264) is reached. • Note that the number of subjects that can be detected in face- detection AF drops during movie recording. • A - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 315
sensitivity settings] > [Maximum sensitivity] item in the movie shooting menu. 4 If [On] is selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Auto ISO control (mode M)] in the movie shooting menu, the upper limit for ISO sensitivity can be selected using [Maximum sensitivity]. Options for Movie Recording - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 316
in Mode M In mode M shutter speed can be set to values between 1/25 s and 1/8000 s (the slowest available shutter speed varies with the frame rate; 0 264). A Wireless Remote Controllers and Remote Cords If [Record movies] is selected for Custom Setting g2 [Custom controls] > [Shutter-release button - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 317
Editing Movies Movies can be edited using the following options: Option Description 9 [Choose start/ end point] Create a copy from which unwanted footage has been removed. 4 [Save current frame] Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. r [Add index] o [Delete index] Add indices to movies - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 318
Trimming Movies To create trimmed copies of movies: 1 Display a movie full frame (0 353). 2 Pause the movie on the new opening frame. Play the movie back as described in "Viewing Movies" (0 53), pressing J to start and resume playback and 3 to pause and pressing 4 or 2 or rotating the main command - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 319
3 Select [Choose start/end point]. Press the i button, then highlight [Choose start/end point] and press 2. 4 Choose the start point. To create a copy that begins from the current frame, highlight [Start point] and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 320
5 Confirm the new start point. If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to advance or rewind (to skip to 10 s ahead or back, rotate the main command dial; to skip to the first or last frame, rotate the sub-command dial). 6 Choose the end point. Press Q/g (U) to switch - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 321
8 Preview the movie. To preview the copy, highlight [Preview] and press J (to interrupt the preview and return to the save options menu, press 1). To abandon the current copy and select a new start point or end point as described above, highlight [Cancel] and press J; to save the copy, proceed to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 322
space available on the memory card. • Copies have the same time and date of creation as the original. A Removing Opening or Closing Footage To 4, select the closing frame, and proceed to Step 7 without pressing the Q/g (U) button in Step 6. A The Retouch Menu [Trim Movie] Option Movies can also be - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 323
a JPEG still: 1 Pause the movie on the desired frame. Play the movie back as described in "Viewing Movies" (0 53), pressing J to start and resume frame]. Press the i button, then highlight [Save current frame] and press J to create a JPEG copy of the current frame. The image will be recorded at - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 324
Movies 1 Pause playback on the desired frame. • Press 3 to pause playback. • Press 4 or 2 to locate the desired frame. 2 Select [Add index]. • Press the i button, highlight [Add index], and press J to add an index. • Up to 20 indices can be added to each movie. A Deleting Indices After rotating the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 325
card in Slot 2 when two memory cards are inserted, press the G button and select [Role played by card in Slot 2] in the photo shooting RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2] only to the card in Slot 2. • Pictures taken at other image quality settings are recorded twice at the same setting, once to the card in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 326
exposure or HDR image will be recorded to both memory cards together with the JPEG composite, regardless of the option selected for image quality. • If [On] is selected for Custom Setting d8 [Save original (EFFECTS)], unprocessed NEF (RAW) copies of pictures taken in f, d, e, k, l, and m modes will - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 327
copy on the card in the current slot. • Pressing O (Q) when picture created using either of these options is highlighted during playback displays a confirmation message copy on the card in the current slot, highlight [Selected image] and press O (Q) again. The copy on the remaining card is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 328
two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The control panel turns off briefly while settings are reset. Settings Accessible from the Photo Shooting Menu Option Image quality Image size ISO sensitivity settings ISO sensitivity P, S, A, M Other modes Auto ISO sensitivity control - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 329
Picture Control Active D-Lighting Flicker reduction Flicker reduction setting Flicker reduction indicator Auto bracketing Multiple exposure HDR )] is selected, the multiple exposure mode will be reset to [Off]. [Overlay mode], [Number of shots], and [Save individual images (NEF)] are not reset. 3 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 330
Settings Accessible from the Movie Shooting Menu Option ISO sensitivity settings Maximum sensitivity Auto ISO control (mode M) ISO sensitivity (mode M) White balance Set Picture Control Active D-Lighting Electronic VR Headphone volume Default 51200 On 100 Same as photo settings Same as photo - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 331
Other Settings Option Focus point * Flexible program Exposure compensation AE lock hold Viewfinder photography AF-area mode Live view photography Default Center Off Off Off j, l, 8, 9, ! Single-point AF b, f, d, e, k, m, Auto-area AF P, S, A, M e, l Single-point AF b, j, f, d, k, m, 8, 9, - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 332
lock Multi-selector power aperture Multi selector exposure comp. Exposure delay mode Exposure preview (Lv) Highlight display Default b, f, d, e, A, M AF-F Matrix metering Fill flash Off Off Disable Disable Off Off Off * Focus point not displayed if [Auto-area AF] is selected for AF-area - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 333
in the photo shooting menu to record two to ten NEF (RAW) exposures as a single photograph. Multiple Exposure Options Option [Multiple exposure mode] [Number of shots] Description • [On (series)]: Take a series of multiple exposures. Select [Off] to resume normal shooting. • [On (single photo - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 334
Option [Overlay mode] Description • [Add]: The exposures are overlaid without modification; ]: The camera compares the pixels in each exposure and uses only the darkest. [Save individual images (NEF)] • [On]: Save both the multiple exposure and the shots that make it up; the pictures are saved - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 335
aid composition of the next shot. • [Off]: Earlier exposures are not displayed while shooting is in progress. Choose the first exposure from the NEF (RAW) images on the memory card. Other Shooting Options 289 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 336
1 Select [Multiple exposure]. Highlight [Multiple exposure] in the photo shooting menu and press 2. 2 Select a mode. • Highlight [Multiple exposure mode] and press 2, then press 1 or 3 to choose the desired mode and press J to select. • If [On (series)] or [On (single photo)] is selected, a n icon - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 337
] and press 2, then press 1 or 3 to choose the desired mode and press J to select. 5 Choose whether to keep individual exposures. • Highlight [Save individual images (NEF)] and press 2. • Highlight an option using 1 or 3 and press J. • To save both the multiple exposure and the shots that make it - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 338
(NEF)] and press 2. • Use the multi selector to highlight the desired picture. • To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button. • After choosing the desired picture, press J. • If the NEF (RAW) image selected for the first exposure was recorded at an ISO sensitivity of - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 339
) image as the first exposure using [Select first exposure (NEF)] in Step 7, shooting will start from the second exposure. • The number of exposures remaining in the current multiple exposure can be displayed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway between shots. • In [On (single photo)] mode - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 340
an NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG option selected for image quality will be recorded in JPEG format. D Multiple Exposure • If exposure will be recorded each time the shutter-release button is pressed. • In self-timer mode (0 183), the camera will automatically record the number of exposures selected - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 341
: Restrictions Multiple exposure cannot be combined with some camera features, including: • Modes other than P, S, A, and M • Movie recording • Bracketing • HDR (high dynamic range) • Interval-timer photography • Time-lapse movies • Focus shift • The negative digitizer Other Shooting Options 295 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 342
Button Pictures can be viewed by pressing the K button while a multiple exposure is in progress. The most recent shot in the current multiple exposure is indicated by a o icon; pressing the i button selected for [Save individual images (NEF)], the individual exposures will be kept. 296 Other Shooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 343
to that point. If [Average] is selected for [Overlay mode], gain will be adjusted to reflect the number of exposures actually recorded. Note that shooting will end automatically if: • A two-button reset is performed • The camera is turned off • The battery is exhausted Other Shooting Options 297 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 344
until a specified number of shots has been recorded. Select a release mode other than E and MUP when using the interval timer. Interval . To start shooting immediately, select [Now]. To start shooting at a chosen date and time, select [Choose day/time]. [Interval] Choose the interval (hours, - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 345
in mode M if [Off] is selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Auto ISO sensitivity control] in the photo shooting menu. Select [On] to silence the shutter and eliminate the vibrations it produces during shooting. • Selecting [On] does not completely silence the [Silent camera. Camera sounds - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 346
If AF-S is selected for autofocus mode, or if AF-A is selected and photographs are being taken using AF-S, select [Release] for Custom Setting a2 [AF-S ensure that photos are correctly exposed. [Focus before If [On] is selected, the camera will focus before each each shot] shot after the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 347
create a time-lapse movie with an aspect ratio of 16:9. The camera saves both the photos and the time-lapse movie. - Selecting [1:1 (24×24)] for [Image area] > [Choose image area] in the photo shooting menu disables the shutter release. - Movies created using [Time-lapse movie] are recorded in the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 348
and make sure that the camera clock is set to the correct time and date. • We recommend using a tripod and disabling lens vibration reduction (VR). Mount the camera on a tripod before shooting begins. • To ensure that shooting is not interrupted, be sure the camera battery is fully charged. If in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 349
and time: Highlight [Choose start day/ Highlight an option and time] and press 2. press J. - To start shooting immediately, select [Now]. To start shooting at a chosen date and time, select [Choose day/ time], then choose the date and time and press J. Other Shooting Options 303 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 350
Choose the number of intervals and the number of shots per interval and press J. - In S (single frame) mode, the photographs for each interval will be taken at the rate for CH release mode. - When [Off] is selected for [Silent photography], the maximum number of intervals will vary with the number - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 351
• To enable or disable exposure smoothing: Highlight [Exposure smoothing] and press 2. Highlight an option and press J. • To enable or disable silent photography: Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and photography] and press 2. press J. - If [On] is selected, the only time the sound of the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 352
To choose an interval priority option: Highlight [Interval priority] Highlight an option and and press 2. press J. • Choose whether the camera focuses before each shot after the first: Highlight [Focus before each shot] and press 2. Highlight an option and press J. 306 Other Shooting Options - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 353
• To choose additional options: Highlight [Options] and press 2. Highlight [AE bracketing] or [Time-lapse movie] and press 2. - Choose the [Number of shots] and [Increment] ([AE bracketing]) or the [Frame size/frame rate] and [Destination] ([Time-lapse movie]). • Choosing start folder options: - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 354
3 Start shooting. Highlight [Start] and press J. The first series of shots will be taken at the specified starting time, or after about 3 s if [Now] was selected for [Choose start day/time] in Step 2. Shooting will continue at the selected interval until all shots have been taken. 308 Other Shooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 355
. If the interval is too short to take the selected number of photos, the camera may skip to the next interval without shooting. • If the interval is too short , the interval timer will remain active but no pictures will be taken. Insert another memory card and resume shooting (0 312). Other - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 356
while the interval timer is active may cause shooting to end. D Release Mode Regardless of the release mode selected, the camera will take the specified number of shots at each interval. D Adjusting Settings Between Shots Pictures can be viewed and shooting and menu settings adjusted between shots - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 357
delay mode • Long exposure noise reduction • Flicker reduction D Interval Timer Settings Turning the camera off or selecting a new release mode does number of shots in each interval can be viewed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. • If [Time-lapse movie] is selected for [Options], the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 358
[Interval timer shooting] in the photo shooting menu, highlighting [Pause], and pressing J. Note that the menus may not be displayed when the G button is pressed if the time selected for [Interval] is very short. • If [Time-lapse movie] is selected for [Options], pressing J between intervals - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 359
: To resume shooting immediately: Highlight [Restart] and press J. To resume shooting at a specified time: For [Restart option], highlight [Choose day/time] and press 2. Choose a starting date and time and press J. Highlight [Restart] and press J. Other Shooting Options 313 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 360
-timer photography before all the photos are taken, select [Off] for [Interval timer shooting]. Note that the menus may not be displayed when the G button is pressed if the time selected for [Interval] is very short. In this case you will need to press J to pause interval-timer photography and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 361
between shots in minutes and seconds. Choose how long the camera will continue to take pictures (hours and minutes). Selecting [On] smooths abrupt changes in exposure in modes other than M (note that exposure smoothing only takes effect in mode M if auto ISO sensitivity control is on). Large changes - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 362
latter case most noticeably at apertures smaller (i.e., at f-numbers higher) than f/5.6. [Image area] • [Choose image area]: Choose the image area for time-lapse movies from [FX] and [DX]. • [Auto DX crop]: If [On] is selected, the camera will automatically choose the [DX] crop when a DX lens is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 363
If AF-S is selected for autofocus mode, or if AF-A is selected and photographs are being taken using AF-S, select [Release] for Custom Setting a2 [AF-S to ensure that photos are correctly exposed. [Focus before If [On] is selected, the camera will focus before each each shot] shot after the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 364
to the correct time and date. • We recommend using a tripod and disabling lens vibration reduction (VR). Mount the camera on a tripod before shooting begins. • To ensure that shooting is not interrupted, use an optional AC adapter and power connector or a fully-charged battery. • When taking photos - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 365
2 Adjust time-lapse movie settings. Adjust time-lapse movie settings as described below. • To choose the interval between frames: Highlight [Interval] and press 2. Choose an interval longer than the slowest anticipated shutter speed (minutes and seconds) and press J. • To choose the total - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 366
• To enable or disable exposure smoothing: Highlight [Exposure smoothing] and press 2. Highlight an option and press J. - Select [On] to smooth changes in exposure for naturallooking footage. • To enable or disable silent photography: Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and photography] and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 367
] or [Auto DX crop] and press 2. - If you selected [Choose image area], choose [FX] or [DX]; if you selected [Auto DX crop], highlight [On] or [Off] and press J. • To choose the frame size and rate: Highlight [ - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 368
before each shot after the first: Highlight [Focus before each shot] and press 2. Highlight an option and press J. - If [On] is selected for [Focus before each shot], the camera will focus before each shot according to the option currently selected for autofocus mode. 322 Other Shooting Options - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 369
will be used to record time-lapse movies when two memory cards are inserted and press J. 3 Highlight [Start] and press J. • Shooting starts after about 3 s. • The camera takes photographs at the [Interval] and for the [Shooting time] selected in Step 2. Other Shooting Options 323 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 370
length for time-lapse movies is 20 minutes. 1 Frame size/frame rate 2 Memory card indicator 3 Length recorded/maximum length D Image Review The K button cannot be used to view pictures while shooting is in progress, but the current frame will be displayed for a few seconds after each shot if [On] is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 371
speed and the time needed to record the image to the memory card may vary from shot - The memory card is full • The K button cannot be used to view pictures while time-lapse recording is in progress. • is in progress. • Shooting may end if camera controls are used or settings are changed or HDMI - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 372
the shutter-release button halfway. D some camera features, including: • EFCT mode • Live view photography • Movie recording • Long time-exposures (bulb or time photography) • The self-timer • Bracketing • Multiple exposure • HDR (high dynamic range) • Interval-timer photography • Focus - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 373
D When [On] Is Selected for [Silent Photography] Selecting [On] for [Silent photography] disables some camera features, including: • ISO sensitivities of Hi 0.3 through Hi 2 • Flash photography • Exposure delay mode • Long exposure noise reduction • Flicker reduction Other Shooting Options 327 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 374
Series of Photos (Focus Shift Shooting) Use the [Focus shift shooting] item in the photo shooting menu to vary focus automatically over a series of photographs. This feature can be used to take photos that can later be copied to a computer and combined using third-party focus-stacking software. 328 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 375
No. of shots] Choose the number of shots (maximum 300). [Focus step Choose the amount the focus distance changes with width] each shot. The time between shots, -frame exposure lock] If [On] is selected, the camera will lock exposure for all images at the setting for the first frame. Select [On] - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 376
release mode other than E. • For best results, we recommend that you choose mode A or M so that aperture does not change during shooting. Focus shift is not available in b and EFCT modes optional AC adapter and power connector or a fully-charged battery. • When taking photos with your eye from the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 377
Photography 1 Rotate the focus-mode selector to AF. Focus shift is not available with manual focus lenses. 2 Focus. • The camera takes a series of shots starting from a selected focus position and continuing toward infinity. The starting focus position should be slightly in front of the closest - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 378
number of shots press 2. (max. 300) and press J. - We recommend taking more shots than you think you'll need and winnowing them down during focus stacking. More than 100 shots may be required for photographs of insects or other small objects, while only a few are needed to photograph a landscape - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 379
distance changes with each shot: Highlight [Focus step width] and press 2. Press 4 to reduce the focus step width, 2 to increase. Press J to proceed. - A value of 5 or less is recommended, as higher settings increase the risk that some areas will be out of focus when the shots are stacked. Try - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 380
• To choose the interval between shots: Highlight [Interval until next shot] and press 2. Choose the number of secodns between shots and press J. - Select 00 to take photos at up to approximately 3 fps. A setting of 00 is recommended when shooting without a flash; to ensure the correct exposure - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 381
• To enable or disable first-frame exposure lock: Highlight [First-frame Highlight an option and exposure lock] and press 2. press J. - [Off] is recommended if lighting and other conditions will not change during shooting, [On] when photographing landscapes and the like under variable lighting. - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 382
• To enable or disable silent photography: Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and photography] and press 2. press J. - If [On] is selected, the only time the sound of the shutter or mirror will be heard is when the mirror is raised or lowered at the start and end of shooting. • Choose start - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 383
when the selected number of shots has been taken or focus reaches infinity. To end shooting before all shots have been taken, select [Off] for [Focus shift shooting] in the photo shooting menu or press the shutter-release button halfway or press the J button between shots. Other Shooting Options 337 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 384
D Focus-Shift Photography • The shutter speed and the time needed to record the image may vary from shot to shot. As a (bulb) or % (time), a warning will be displayed. • Changing camera settings while focus-shift photography is in progress may cause shooting to end. D Adjusting Settings Between - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 385
(use only AF-S or AF-P lenses) - No memory card is inserted • Focus-shift photography cannot be combined with some camera features, including: - Live view - disables some camera features, including: • ISO sensitivities of [Hi 0.3] through [Hi 2.0] • Flash photography • Exposure delay mode • Long - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 386
for landscapes, still lifes, and other static subjects. • Use of a tripod is recommended. • Enabling silent live view photography changes the frame advance rates for continuous release modes (0 178). 340 Other Shooting Options - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 387
display. These phenomena will also be visible in the final pictures. - Flicker or banding in scenes lit by such sources be distorted, or the entire frame may appear distorted when the camera is panned horizontally) - Jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and image rights. Other Shooting Options 341 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 388
Silent live view photography] disables some camera features, including: • ISO sensitivities of Hi 0.3 through Hi 2 • Flash photography • Long exposure noise reduction • Flicker reduction A Silent Burst Photography Custom Setting d13 [Live view in continuous mode] controls whether the monitor remains - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 389
either natural light or an artificial light source with a high Ra (color rendering index), such as a light box or a high-CRI fluorescent lamp. 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. We recommend that you choose a sensitivity of ISO 100 and an aperture of f/8. Other Shooting Options 343 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 390
be displayed in the monitor. 4 In live view, press the i button and select [Negative digitizer]. • Highlight [Negative digitizer] using the multi selector display will be reversed. • The flash mode is automatically set to s. To use a flash, choose a flash mode other than s. 5 Choose the film type - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 391
to save changes and exit. • To view your subject at a higher magnification, press X (T). 8 Take photographs. • The photographs will be saved in JPEG format. • Press the i button to exit negative digitizer mode. Other Shooting Options 345 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 392
[NEF (RAW)] is selected for image quality. Photos taken with a JPEG camera features cannot be used with the negative digitizer, including: • Modes other than A • Movie recording • Bracketing • Multiple exposure • HDR (high dynamic range) • Interval-timer photography • Time-lapse movies • Focus - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 393
Customizing the i Menu: Customize i Menu Choose the items displayed in the i menus during shooting. Use Custom Setting f1 [Customize i menu] to choose the items displayed during viewfinder photography, Custom Setting f2 [Customize i menu (Lv)] to choose the items displayed during live view - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 394
J. • The item will be assigned to the selected position and the options shown in Step 1 will be displayed. • Repeat Steps 1 and 2 as desired. 3 Press the G button. Changes will be saved and the Custom Settings menu will be displayed. 348 Other Shooting Options - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 395
lenses (0 786) can be used in modes A and M, with aperture set using the lens aperture ring. By specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user changes in aperture if the flash unit supports qA (auto aperture) mode - Aperture is listed (with an asterisk) in the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 396
metering (note that it may be necessary to use [Center-weighted metering] or [Spot metering] to achieve accurate results with some lenses, including ReflexNIKKOR lenses) - Improves the precision of [Center-weighted metering] and [Spot metering] and i-TTL flash control D Teleconverters and Zoom - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 397
Entering Lens Data 1 Select Non-CPU lens data. Highlight [Non-CPU lens data] in the setup menu and press 2. 2 Select a lens number. Highlight [Lens number] and press 4 or 2 to choose a lens number. 3 Enter the focal length and aperture. Highlight [Focal length (mm)] or [Maximum aperture] and press 4 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 398
Lens Data 1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Assign [Choose non-CPU lens number] to a control panel. 1 Focal length 2 Maximum aperture 3 Lens number A Zoom Lenses Lens data are not adjusted when non-CPU lenses are zoomed in or out. The data for different focal lengths can - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 399
Playback Viewing Pictures Full-Frame Playback Press the K button to view the most recent picture full frame in the display. • Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2; to view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 or 3 (0 366). Playback 353 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 400
To view multiple images, press the W (Y) button when a picture is displayed full frame. • The number of images displayed increases from 4 to 9 to 72 each time the W (Y) button is pressed, and decreases with each press of the X (T) button. Use the multi selector to highlight images. 354 Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 401
Playback To view images taken on a selected date, press the W (Y) button when 72 images are displayed. • Use the multi selector (1, 3, 4, or 2) to highlight a date in the date list (q) and press W (Y) to place the cursor in the thumbnail list (w). Press 1 or 3 to highlight pictures in the thumbnail - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 402
(0 383) 2 G: View the menus (0 57) 3 Q/g (U): Protect the current picture (0 378) 4 X (T): Zoom in (0 376) 5 W (Y): View multiple pictures (0 354) D Touch Controls Touch controls can be used when pictures are displayed in the monitor (0 14). D Rotate Tall To display "tall" (portrait-orientation - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 403
menu, 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 CL, CH, and QC modes, display begins when shooting ends, with the first photograph in the current - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 404
Screen During playback, the touch sensitive monitor can be used for the following operations. ❚❚ Viewing Other Pictures Flick left or right to view other pictures. ❚❚ Scrolling Rapidly to Other Pictures In full frame playback, you can touch the bottom of the display to display a frame advance bar - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 405
To "zoom out" to a thumbnail view (0 354), use a pinch gesture in full-frame playback. • Use pinch and stretch to choose the number of images displayed from 4, 9, and 72 frames. • Using a pinch gesture when 72 frames are displayed takes you to calendar playback. To return to 72-frame playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 406
❚❚ View Movies Tap the on-screen guide to start movie playback (movies are indicated by a 1 icon). Tap the display to pause or resume, or tap Z to exit to full-frame playback (note that some of the icons in the movie playback display do not respond to touch-screen operations). 360 Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 407
The i Button Pressing the i button during playback zoom or full-frame or thumbnail playback displays the i menu for playback mode. Select options using the multi selector and J button and press the i button to exit the menu and return to playback. Playback 361 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 408
folder] [Select R, G, B] 3 Description Save a copy of the current image cropped to the area visible in the display. This option is not available when histograms are displayed (0 369). Rate the current picture (0 380). Select the current picture for upload (0 381). The option displayed varies - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 409
to view the other copies. • To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button. • Press J to return to playback with the highlighted image displayed full- frame. • To exit to playback, press the K button. • The source image will not be displayed if the copy was created from - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 410
folder for playback. Highlight a slot and press 2 to list the folders on the selected card, then highlight a folder and press J to view the pictures in the highlighted folder. [Select R, G, B] * Press 4 or 2 to choose a color channel for the highlight display. * Available in the highlight and RGB - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 411
❚❚ Movies (Playback Paused) Option Description 9 [Choose start/end point] Trim footage from the current movie and save the edited copy in a new file (0 272). 4 [Save current frame] Save a selected frame as a JPEG still (0 277). r [Add index] o [Delete index] Add indices to movies during - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 412
information as shown below. 1 File information 2 Exposure data 1 3 Highlights 1 4 RGB histogram 1 5 Shooting data 1 6 Location data 2 7 Overview data 1 8 None (image only) 1 1 Displayed only if the corresponding option is selected for [Playback display options] in the playback menu. 2 Displayed - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 413
(0 378) 2 Retouch indicator (0 709) 3 Upload marking (0 381) 4 Focus point * (0 36) 5 Frame number/total number of frames 6 AF-area brackets * 7 Image quality (0 134) 8 Image size (0 137) 9 Image area (0 129) 10 Time of recording (0 658) 11 Date of recording (0 658) 12 Current card slot (0 279) 13 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 414
, 113) 4 Aperture (0 111, 113) 23 4 5 6 5 Exposure compensation (0 175) 6 ISO sensitivity * (0 187) * Displayed in red if photo was taken in mode P, S, A, or M with auto ISO sensitivity control on. Highlights To choose a color channel for the highlight display, select [Select R, G, B] in the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 415
2 White balance (0 195) 1 5 Color temperature (0 204) 2 6 Preset manual (0 209) White balance fine-tuning (0 200) 3 Histogram (RGB channel) 4 press X (T). Use the X (T) and W (Y) buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the image with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 416
the vertical axis. 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 image contains objects with when bright ambient lighting makes it difficult to see pictures in the display. 370 Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 417
tuning 2 (0 604) 4 Focal length 3 5 Lens data 6 Autofocus mode (0 140) AF-area mode (0 145) 7 Lens vibration reduction (VR) on/off 8 White balance 4 (0 195) 9 White balance fine-tuning (0 200) 10 Color space (0 554) 11 Camera name 12 Image area (0 129) 13 Folder number-frame number Playback 371 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 418
control mode 5 (0 463) Flash compensation 5 (0 469) 1 Picture Control 6 (0 243) 1 1 1 High ISO noise reduction 2 (0 557) 3 Long exposure noise 4 reduction (0 556) 5 2 Active D-Lighting (0 254) 3 HDR strength (0 256) 6 4 Vignette control (0 558) 5 Retouch history (0 709) 6 Image - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 419
red if photo was taken in mode P, S, A, or M with auto ISO sensitivity control on. 2 Displayed if Custom Setting b5 [Fine-tune optimal exposure] has been set to a value other than zero for any metering method. 3 Also includes the magnification for pictures taken with a teleconverter. 4 Also includes - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 420
Histogram (0 370) 9 Image quality (0 134) 10 Image size (0 137) 11 Image area (0 129) 12 File name (0 550) 28 27 26 25 24 13 Time of recording (0 658) 14 Folder name (0 545) 15 Date of recording (0 658) 16 Current card slot (0 279) 17 Rating (0 380) 18 Metering (0 166) 19 Shooting mode (0 107) 20 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 421
25 Picture Control (0 243) 26 Color space (0 554) 27 Flash mode 2 (0 465) 28 White balance (0 195) Color temperature (0 204) Preset manual (0 209) White balance fine-tuning (0 200) 29 Flash compensation 2 (0 469) Commander mode 2 30 Exposure compensation (0 175) 1 Displayed in red if photo was taken - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 422
displayed in fullframe playback, press the X (T) or J button or give the display two quick taps. Playback Zoom To Description Press X (T) or use stretch gestures to zoom in to maximum of approximately 24× (large images in FX/36 × 24 format), 18× (medium Zoom in or out/view other areas of - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 423
window. Rotate sub-command dial or tap on-screen guide to view other faces. View other images Rotate main command dial or tap e or f icons protect status images (0 378). Return to Press the shutter-release button halfway or press the shooting mode K button to exit to shooting mode. Display menus - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 424
when the memory card is formatted (0 656). 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. 2 Press the Q/g (U) button. The photograph will be marked with a P icon. To remove protection from the photograph - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 425
A Removing Protection from All Images To remove protection from all images in the folder or folders currently selected for [Playback folder] in the playback menu, press the Q/g (U) and O (Q) buttons together for about two seconds during playback. Playback 379 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 426
in ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D. Rating is not available with protected images. 1 Select a picture. Display the image or highlight it in the thumbnail list in thumbnail playback. 2 Display playback options. Press the i button to display playback options. 3 Select [Rating]. Highlight [Rating] and press - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 427
for upload to a smart device, computer, or ftp server. • The i menu items used to select pictures for upload vary with the type of device connected: - [Select to send/deselect (smart device)]: Displayed when the camera is connected to a smart device via built-in Bluetooth using the [Connect to smart - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 428
playback or playback zoom or select it in the thumbnail list. 2 Choose [Select to send/ deselect]. Press the i button to display the i menu, then highlight [Select to send/deselect] and press J. Pictures selected for upload are indicated by a W icon; to deselect, repeat Steps 1 and 2. 382 Playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 429
delete multiple selected pictures, all pictures taken on a selected date, or all pictures in the current playback folder (protected pictures cannot be deleted). Exercise caution when deleting pictures, as pictures cannot be recovered once deleted. During Playback Press the O (Q) button to delete the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 430
calendar playback, you can delete all photographs taken on a selected date by highlighting the date in the date list and pressing the O (Q) button. A Deleting Copies If the picture selected in the playback display when the O (Q) button is pressed was recorded with two memory cards inserted and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 431
. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Description Q [Selected] Delete selected pictures. i [Select date] Delete all pictures taken on a selected date (0 387). R [All] Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 432
the multi selector to highlight a picture and press the W (Y) button to select or deselect. Selected pictures are marked by a O icon (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X/T button). • Repeat as desired to select additional pictures. 2 Press J to complete the operation - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 433
Select Date 1 Select dates. Highlight a date and press 2 to select all pictures taken on the highlighted date. Selected dates are marked with a M icon. Repeat as desired to select additional dates; to deselect a date, highlight it and press 2. 2 Delete the pictures taken on the selected dates. Press - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 434
the memory card from which the pictures will be deleted and press J. 2 Delete the pictures. • Highlight [Yes] and press J to delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for [Playback folder] in the playback menu. • Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 435
TVs Connecting to Computers To upload pictures to a computer, connect the camera via a wireless network or using the supplied USB cable. Connecting via USB If the supplied USB cable is used to connect the camera to a computer running ViewNX-i, you can copy pictures to the computer, where they can - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 436
-i installer from the following website and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation (existing users should be sure to download the latest version, as earlier versions may not support the camera). https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ • An Internet connection is required. • For - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 437
❚❚ Copying Pictures to the Computer For detailed instructions, see the online help for ViewNX-i. 1 Connect the USB cable. After turning the camera off and ensuring that a memory card is inserted, connect the supplied USB cable as shown. 2 Turn the camera on. The Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 438
3 Click [Start Transfer]. Pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. 4 Turn the camera off. Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable when transfer is complete. D Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 may display an AutoPlay prompt when the camera is connected - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 439
camera is connected and then launch Image Capture (an application that comes with macOS) and select Nikon Transfer 2 as the application that opens when the camera transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera battery is fully charged. D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 440
via Wi-Fi. For more information, see "Network Connections" (0 402). ❚❚ Built-in Wi-Fi Use the [Connect to PC] item in the camera setup menu to connect to computers either directly or via a wireless router. Connection via a wireless router Direct wireless connection 394 Connecting to Computers and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 441
The WT-7 Wireless Transmitter Connecting a WT-7 wireless transmitter enables the [Wireless transmitter (WT-7)] item in the setup menu. With Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately), the camera can be controlled and pictures saved to the computer as they are taken. • The WT-7 can be used to upload - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 442
-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable or a type C HDMI cable (available separately from third-party suppliers) can be used to connect the camera to high-definition video devices. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable. 1 HDMI connector for connection to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 443
device to the HDMI channel, then turn the camera on and press the K button. During playback, images will be displayed on the television screen. • Volume can be adjusted using television controls; the camera controls cannot be used. • If the camera is paired with a smart device running the SnapBridge - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 444
Resolution Choose the format for images output to the HDMI device. If [Auto] is selected, the camera will automatically select the appropriate format Auto] is recommended in most situations. If the camera is unable to determine the correct RGB video signal output range for the HDMI device, you can - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 445
camera controls to be used to start and stop recording when the camera is connected via HDMI to a third-party recorder that supports No limit] or a time longer than the anticipated recording time. See the manual provided with the recorder for more information on device features and operation. Choose - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 446
in HLG format for such applications as HDR broadcasting. • The footage will be recorded directly to the external device. It cannot be saved to the camera memory card. • This option is available only when [10 bit] is selected for [Output data depth] in modes other than EFCT. • The [ISO sensitivity - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 447
if your equipment, including your storage device, computer, monitor, operating system, and software, support HDR (HLG). If a signal is received from the connected device indicating that it supports HDR (HLG), the camera will respond with a "gamma: HLG" identifier. Connecting to Computers and TVs 401 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 448
-in Wi-Fi and how to use network features once connected. The types of network connection available with the camera and optional accessories are shown below. • For information on connecting to networks using a WT-7 wireless transmitter, see the manual supplied with the WT-7. 402 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 449
the SnapBridge app. The SnapBridge App Use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between the camera and smart devices. The SnapBridge app is available free of charge from the Apple App Store® and on Google Play™. Visit the Nikon website for the latest SnapBridge news. Network Connections 403 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 450
Do for You Using the SnapBridge app, you can: • Download pictures from the camera Download existing pictures or download new pictures as they are taken. • Control the camera remotely (remote photography) Control the camera and take pictures from the smart device. For details, see the SnapBridge app - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 451
or Bluetooth (0 415). Connecting using the SnapBridge app allows you to set the camera clock and update location data using information provided by the smart device. Connecting using Bluetooth allows pictures to be uploaded automatically as they are taken. Wi-Fi Bluetooth Network Connections 405 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 452
-Fi Mode) Follow the steps below to connect to the camera via Wi-Fi. D Before Connecting Before connecting, enable Wi-Fi on the smart device (for details, see the documentation provided with the device), check that there is space available on the camera memory card, and ensure that the batteries in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 453
2 Open the tab and tap > [Wi-Fi mode]. 3 Smart device: Tap [Wi-Fi connection] when prompted. Network Connections 407 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 454
4 Camera/smart device: Turn the camera on. The smart device will instruct you to ready the camera. Turn the camera on. Do not tap [Next] until you have completed the next step. 408 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 455
: Enable Wi-Fi. Select [Connect to smart device] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the setup menu, then highlight [Establish Wi-Fi connection] and press J. The camera SSID and password will be displayed. D Enabling Wi-Fi You can also enable Wi-Fi by selecting [Wi-Fi connection] > [Establish Wi-Fi conn. with - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 456
6 Smart device: Tap [Next]. Tap [Next] once you have enabled Wi-Fi on the camera as described in the preceeding step. 410 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 457
7 Smart device: After reading the instructions, tap [Open the device settings app]. • Android devices: Wi-Fi settings will be displayed. • iOS devices: The "Settings" app will launch. Tap [< Settings] to open - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 458
8 Smart device: Enter the camera SSID and password. • Enter the SSID and password displayed by the camera in Step 5. - Android device (actual displays may differ) 412 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 459
- iOS device (actual displays may differ) • You will not be required to enter the password when next you connect to the camera. Network Connections 413 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 460
app. After a Wi-Fi connection is established, Wi-Fi mode options will be displayed. See online help for information on using the SnapBridge app. D Terminating Wi-Fi Mode To end the Wi-Fi connection, tap When the icon changes to , tap select [Exit Wi-Fi mode.]. . and 414 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 461
instructions for Android and iOS differ slightly. D Before Pairing Before beginning pairing, enable Bluetooth on the smart device (for details, see the documentation provided with the device), check that there is space available on the camera memory card, and ensure that the batteries in the camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 462
❚❚ Android: Connecting for the First Time (Pairing) For information on pairing the camera with iOS devices, see "iOS: Connecting for the First Time (Pairing)" (0 422). 1 Camera: Ready the camera. Select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] in the setup menu, then highlight [Start - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 463
• If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap [Connect to camera]. 3 Android device: Choose the camera. Tap the camera name. Network Connections 417 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 464
4 Camera/Android device: Check the authentication code. Confirm that the camera and Android device display the same authentication code (circled in the illustration). 418 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 465
of Android you are using). D Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button on the Android device, pairing will fail and an error will be displayed. Camera: Press J and return to Step 1. Android device: Tap [OK] and return to Step 2. Network - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 466
the on-screen instructions. • Camera: Press J. The camera will display a message stating that the devices are connected. • Android device: Pairing is complete. Tap [OK] to exit to the tab. D Pairing for the First Time The first time you pair the Android device with a camera after installing the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 467
described in "Connecting to a Paired Device" (0 429). D Disabling Bluetooth To disable Bluetooth, select [Disable] for [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] > [Bluetooth connection] in the camera setup menu. Network Connections 421 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 468
❚❚ iOS: Connecting for the First Time (Pairing) For information on pairing the camera with Android devices, see "Android: Connecting for the First Time (Pairing)" (0 416). 1 Camera: Ready the camera. Select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] in the setup menu, then highlight [Start - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 469
• If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap [Connect to camera]. 3 iOS device: Choose the camera. Tap the camera name. Network Connections 423 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 470
4 iOS device: Read the instructions. Read the pairing instructions carefully and tap [Understood]. 5 iOS device: Select an accessory. When prompted to select an accessory, tap the camera name again. 424 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 471
6 Camera/iOS device: Initiate pairing. • Camera: Press J. • iOS device: Tap the button indicated in the illustration (the label may differ depending on the version of iOS you are using). Network Connections 425 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 472
D Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button on the iOS device, pairing will fail and an error will be displayed. Camera: Press J and return to Step 1. iOS device: Dismiss the SnapBridge app and check that it is not running in the background, - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 473
7 Camera/iOS device: Follow the on-screen instructions. • Camera: Press J. The camera will display a message stating that the devices are connected. • iOS device: Pairing is complete. Tap [OK] to exit to the tab. Network Connections 427 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 474
for the First Time The first time you pair the iOS device with a camera after installing the SnapBridge app, you will be prompted to select auto link , select [Disable] for [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] > [Bluetooth connection] in the camera setup menu. 428 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 475
❚❚ Connecting to a Paired Device Connecting to a smart device that has already been paired with the camera is quick and easy. 1 Camera: Enable Bluetooth. In the setup menu, select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] > [Bluetooth connection], then highlight [Enable] and press J. 2 Smart - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 476
pictures to a computer. The Wireless Transmitter Utility After configuring the camera for images via Wi-Fi. Once the devices are paired, you will be able to connect to the computer from the camera. • The Wireless Transmitter Utility is a computer application available for download from the Nikon - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 477
connect either via a wireless router on an existing network (infrastructure mode) or by direct wireless link (access-point mode). ❚❚ Access-Point Mode The camera and computer connect via direct wireless link, with the camera acting as a wireless LAN access point and without the need for complicated - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 478
router. The computer can still connect to the Internet while connected to the camera. • To create a new network profile, select [Search for Wi-Fi network] in the connection wizard. D Infrastructure Mode This guide assumes you are connecting via an existing wireless network. Connection to computers - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 479
Follow the steps below to create a direct wireless link to a computer in access-point mode. 1 Display network settings. Select [Connect to PC] in the camera setup menu, then highlight [Network settings] and press 2. 2 Select [Create profile]. Highlight [Create profile] and press J. 3 Select [Direct - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 480
computer. Windows: Click the wireless LAN icon in the taskbar and select the SSID displayed by the camera in Step 3. When prompted to enter the network security key, enter the encryption key displayed by the camera in Step 3. macOS: Click the wireless LAN icon in the menu bar and select the SSID - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 481
5 Launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility. When prompted, launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility on the computer. 6 Select the camera. In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, select the camera name displayed in Step 5 and click [Next]. Network Connections 435 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 482
7 Enter the authentication code. • The camera will display an authentication code. • Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click [Next]. 436 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 483
8 Complete the pairing process. • When the camera displays a message stating that pairing is complete, press J. • In the Wireless Transmitter the Wireless Transmitter Utility. • A wireless connection will be established between the camera and computer when pairing is complete. Network Connections 437 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 484
green in the camera [Connect to PC] menu. • If the camera SSID is not displayed in green, connect to the camera via the wireless network list on your computer. Now that a wireless connection has been established, you can upload images to the computer as described in"Uploading Pictures" (0 447). 438 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 485
the steps below to connect to a computer on an existing network in infrastructure mode. 1 Display network settings. Select [Connect to PC] in the camera setup menu, then highlight [Network settings] and press 2. 2 Select [Create profile]. Highlight [Create profile] and press 2. Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 486
Step 3, then press J and choose from the following options: • [Push-button WPS]: For routers that support push-button WPS. Press the WPS button on the router and then press the camera J button to connect. • [PIN-entry WPS]: The camera will display a PIN; to connect, use a computer to enter the PIN - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 487
4 Choose a network. Highlight a network SSID and press J (if the desired network is not displayed, press X/T to search again). Encrypted networks are indicated by a O icon; if the selected network is encrypted, you will be prompted to enter the encryption key as described in Step 5. If the network - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 488
5 Enter the encryption key. • When prompted to enter the encryption key for the wireless router, press J. • Next, enter the key as described below. For information on the encryption key, see the documentation for the wireless router. Press X (T) when entry is complete. • Press X (T) again to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 489
- [Obtain automatically]: Select this option if the network is configured to supply the IP address automatically. - [Enter manually]: Press J; a dialog will be displayed where you can manually enter an IP address. Rotate the main command dial to highlight segments, press 4 or 2 to change, and press - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 490
. In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, select the camera name displayed in Step 7 and click [Next]. 9 Enter the authentication code. • The camera will display an authentication code. • Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click [Next]. 444 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 491
10 Complete the pairing process. • When the camera displays a message stating that pairing is complete, press J. • In the Wireless the Wireless Transmitter Utility. • A wireless connection will be established between the camera and computer when pairing is complete. Network Connections 445 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 492
[Connect to PC] menu. • If the camera SSID is not displayed in green, connect to the camera via the wireless network list on your computer. Now that a wireless connection has been established, you can upload images to the computer as described in "Uploading Pictures" (0 447). 446 Network Connections - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 493
Pictures You can select pictures for upload in the camera playback display or upload pictures as they are taken. D Destination Folders By default, images are uploaded to the following folders: • Windows: \Users\(user name)\Pictures\Wireless Transmitter Utility • macOS: /Users/(user name)/Pictures - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 494
. If the camera is currently connected to a network, upload will begin immediately; otherwise, upload will begin when a connection is established. The transfer icon turns green during upload. Repeat Steps 2-3 to upload additional images. D Deselecting Pictures • To remove transfer marking from - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 495
to the memory card; be sure a memory card is inserted in the camera. Movies, as well as any photographs taken during filming, are not uploaded Icon Upload status is indicated by the transfer icon. • Y (white):Send. The picture has been selected for upload but upload has not yet begun. • X (green - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 496
to PC] display shows the following information: 1 Status 2 Pictures/time remaining 3 Signal strength • Status: The status of the transfer are also displayed here. • Pictures/time remaining: The estimated time required to send the remaining pictures. • Signal strength: Wireless signal strength - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 497
or resumed as described below. ❚❚ Disconnecting You can disconnect by turning the camera off, selecting [Disable] for [Connect to PC] > [Wi-Fi . D Access-Point Mode An error will occur if the computer's wireless connection is disabled before the camera's. Disable camera Wi-Fi first. Network - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 498
• choose [Wi-Fi connection] > [Establish Wi-Fi connection with PC] in the still-photography i menu. D Access-Point Mode Enable camera Wi-Fi before connecting. D Multiple Network Profiles If the camera has profiles for more than one network, it will reconnect to the last network used. Other networks - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 499
to Networks Using the WT-7 The WT-7 When attached to the camera, the optional WT-7 wireless transmitter can be used to connect to computers the WT-7 Before using the WT-7, confirm that the firmware for the camera and WT-7 have been updated to the latest versions. For more information, visit the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 500
Not only can you copy pictures to computers (image transfer mode), you can also upload them to ftp servers (ftp upload mode). Pictures can be uploaded as they are taken. ❚❚ Control the camera and take pictures remotely from a computer Installing Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately) on - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 501
❚❚ Control the camera and take pictures remotely from a web browser Using a web browser, you can control the camera from network computers and smart devices for remote control that requires no dedicated app or computer software (http server mode). Network Connections 455 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 502
(WT-7)] > [Wireless transmitter] > [Use] in the camera setup menu. A Menu Items for the WT-7 All menu items for the WT-7 can be found in the setup menu under [Wireless transmitter (WT-7)]. For more information, see the manual provided with the WT-7. See the manual provided with the WT-7 for more - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 503
https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html • For information on the WT-7 wireless transmitter, see the manual provided with the WT-7. • For information on the Wireless Transmitter Utility or Camera Control Pro 2, see the online help for the application in question. Network Connections 457 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 504
off and then on again (0 447). If [Auto] is selected for [Channel], choose [Manual] and select the channel manually (0 695). The connection is unreliable. If the camera is connected to a computer in infrastructure mode, check that the router is set to a channel between 1 and 8 (0 696). [Connect - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 505
Flash Photography "On-Camera" Versus "Remote" You can take pictures using a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe or one or more remote flash units. Camera-Mounted Flash Units Take pictures using a flash unit mounted on the camera (0 460). Remote Flash Photography Take pictures with one or - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 506
and take photographs using the flash. 1 Mount the unit on the accessory shoe. See the manual provided with the unit for details. 2 Turn on the camera and flash unit. The flash will begin charging; the flash-ready indicator (c) will be displayed in the viewfinder when charging is complete. 3 Adjust - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 507
shutter speed and aperture. 5 Take pictures. D Shutter Speed Shutter speed can be set as follows when an optional flash unit is used: Mode Shutter speed b, P, A, EFCT (j and m excluded) Set automatically by camera (1/200 s-1/60 s) * S Value selected by user (1/200 s-30 s) M Value selected - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 508
not available with flash units that do not support the Nikon Creative Lighting System. The camera supports the following types of i-TTL flash control: shutter-release button is pressed and immediately before the main flash, the flash unit emits a series of monitor preflashes which the camera uses - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 509
]: In this mode, output is adjusted automatically according to the amount of light reflected by the subject; flash compensation is also available. Auto external flash supports "auto aperture" (qA) and "non-TTL auto" (A) modes. See the flash unit manual for details. On-Camera Flash Photography 463 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 510
. Flash compensation is also available. • [Manual]: Choose the flash level manually. • [Repeating flash]: The flash fires camera and flash unit to share settings. If a flash unit that supports unified flash control is mounted on the camera, changes to flash settings made with either the camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 511
sync) [Red-eye J reduction] (red-eye reduction) This mode is recommended for most situations. In modes P and A, shutter speed will automatically be set to values between quick shutter response is required. Do not move camera during shooting. b, P, S, A, M, EFCT (j and m excluded) b, P, S, A, - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 512
under low light. Use when you P, A want to capture both subject and background. Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blurring caused by camera shake. As for [Red-eye reduction] except that shutter speed slows automatically to capture [Slow sync + background lighting at night or K red-eye - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 513
sources. Use of a M sync] (rear- tripod is recommended to P, S, A, M curtain sync) prevent blurring caused by camera shake. Selecting P or A after choosing this option sets the flash mode to slow sync. s [Flash off] The flash does not fire. b, P, S, A, M, EFCT D Studio Strobe Lighting Rear - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 514
Choosing a Flash Mode Hold the N (Y) button and rotate the main command dial. • The selected option is displayed in the monitor. 468 On-Camera Flash Photography - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 515
output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, reduced to prevent glare, or otherwise fine-tuned to produce the desired result. On-Camera Flash Photography 469 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 516
Adjusting Flash Compensation Hold the N (Y) button and rotate the sub-command dial. The selected option will be displayed in the monitor, control panel, and Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0. Flash compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off. 470 On - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 517
is adjusted automatically for any changes in ISO sensitivity and aperture. FV lock is not available in b and EFCT modes. To use FV lock: 1 Assign [FV lock] to a camera control. Assign [FV lock] to a control using Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls]. 2 Attach a CLS-compatible flash unit. Mount a CLS - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 518
flash control mode to TTL, monitor pre-flash qA, or monitor pre-flash A (other flash units; see the documentation provided with the flash unit for details). 4 Focus. Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutterrelease button halfway to focus. 472 On-Camera Flash Photography - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 519
shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictures can be taken without releasing FV lock. 8 Release FV lock. Press the control selected in Step 1 to release FV lock. Confirm that the FV lock icon (r) is no longer displayed in the viewfinder. On-Camera Flash - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 520
Flash Info for On-Camera Units When a unit that supports unified flash control (the SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300) is mounted on the camera accessory shoe, flash info can be viewed in the camera display. To view flash info during viewfinder photography, press the R button to activate the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 521
(0 469) ❚❚ Distance-Priority Manual 1 1 2 2 3 3 Flash control mode (0 463) FP indicator (0 618) Flash compensation (distancepriority manual; 0 469) Distance (0 463) ❚❚ Manual 1 2 1 Flash control mode (0 463) FP indicator (0 618) 2 Flash level (0 469) On-Camera Flash Photography 475 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 522
) Frequency (0 463) D Flash Info and Camera Settings The flash information display shows selected camera settings, including shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity. D Changing Flash Settings Flash settings can be changed by pressing the i button in the flash info display. The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 523
shoe, see "OnCamera Flash Photography" (0 459). Throughout this chapter, operations involving an accessory connected to the camera are indicated by C, operations involving remote flash units by f. For more information on f, see the manual provided with the flash unit. Remote Flash Photography 477 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 524
Units Remote flash units can be controlled via optical signals from a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe (optical AWL) or via radio signals from a WR-R10 (available separately) connected to the camera (radio AWL). These forms of flash control can be combined as follows: • Radio AWL with - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 525
available with SB-5000 flash units. Attach a WR-R10 wireless remote controller to the camera and establish a wireless connection between the flash units and the WR-R10. Establishing a or later; for information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area. Remote Flash Photography 479 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 526
3 C: Choose a channel. Set the WR-R10 channel selector to the desired channel. 480 Remote Flash Photography - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 527
. Select [Wireless remote (WR) options] > [Link mode] in the setup menu and choose from the following options: Option [Pairing] [PIN] Description The camera connects only to devices with which it has previously been paired, preventing signal interference from other devices in the vicinity. Given - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 528
mode and set the devices to the channel you selected in Step 3, then pair each of the remote units with the WR-R10 according to the option selected in Step 4: • [Pairing]: Initiate pairing on the remote unit and press the WR-R10 pairing button camera viewfinder or flash information display when all flash - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 529
name) for each unit can be changed using flash unit controls. 1 Connected flash unit 2 Group 3 Flash-ready indicator D Reconnecting As long as the channel, link mode, and other settings remain the same, the WR-R10 will automatically connect to previously paired flash units when you select remote - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 530
Adjusting Flash Settings After selecting [Radio AWL] for [Flash control] > [Wireless flash options] in the photo shooting menu, select [Group flash], [Quick wireless control], or [Remote repeating] for [Remote flash control] and adjust settings as described below. ❚❚ Group Flash Select this item to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 531
compatible flash units). Choose the flash level manually. The units do not fire and the flash level cannot be adjusted. 4 f: Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A-F) for each of the remote flash units. • The master flash can control up to 18 flash units in any combination. Remote Flash - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 532
the shot and arrange the flash units. See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • After arranging the units, press the i button in the flash info display (0 510) and select [c Test flash] to test-fire the units and confirm that they are functioning normally. 6 C: Take - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 533
this item to control overall flash compensation for, and the relative balance between, groups A and B, while setting output for group C manually. 1 C: Select [Quick wireless control]. Select [Quick wireless control] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control] in the photo shooting menu. 2 C: Select - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 534
. • Choose the balance between groups A and B. • Adjust flash compensation for groups A and B. • Choose a flash control mode and flash level for the units in group C: - [M]: Choose the flash level manually. - [--]: The units in group C do not fire. 4 f: Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 535
the shot and arrange the flash units. See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • After arranging the units, press the i button in the flash info display (0 510) and select [c Test flash] to test fire the units and confirm that they are functioning normally. 6 C: Take - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 536
❚❚ Remote Repeating When "remote repeating" is enabled, the flash units fire repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a multipleexposure effect. 1 C: Select [Remote repeating]. Select [Remote repeating] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control] in the photo shooting menu. 2 C: Select [ - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 537
disable the selected group. 4 f: Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A-F) for each of the remote flash units. • The master flash can control up to 18 flash units in any combination. Remote Flash Photography 491 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 538
the shot and arrange the flash units. See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • After arranging the units, press the i button in the flash info display (0 510) and select [c Test flash] to test-fire the units and confirm that they are functioning normally. 6 C: Take - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 539
-controlled flash units (0 479) can be combined with any of the following flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe: • SB-5000: Before attaching the flash unit, set it to radio-controlled master flash mode (a d icon will appear at the top left corner of the display) and choose group or remote - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 540
units can be controlled via optical signals from an optional flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe and functioning as a master flash (optical AWL; for information on compatible flash units, see "The Nikon Creative Lighting System", 0 798). If the flash unit in question is an SB-5000 or - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 541
with the SB-5000 or SB-500 Mount the flash unit on the camera accessory shoe and select [Optical AWL] for [Flash control] > [ settings. D The SB-5000 When an SB-5000 is mounted on the camera accessory shoe, [Flash control] settings can also be changed using the controls on the flash unit - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 542
❚❚ Group Flash Select this item to adjust settings separately for each group. 1 C: Select [Group flash]. Select [Group flash] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control] in the photo shooting menu. 2 C: Select [Group flash options]. Highlight [Group flash options] in the flash control display and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 543
flash settings. • Choose the flash control mode and flash level for the master flash and the flash units in each group: Option Description TTL i-TTL flash control. qA Auto aperture (available only with compatible flash units). M Choose the flash level manually. -- (off) The units do not - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 544
the shot and arrange the flash units. See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • After arranging the units, press the test button on the master flash to test-fire the flash and confirm that the units are functioning normally. Flash units can also be test-fired by - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 545
this item to control overall flash compensation for, and the relative balance between, groups A and B, while setting output for group C manually. 1 C: Select [Quick wireless control]. Select [Quick wireless control] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control] in the photo shooting menu. 2 C: Select - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 546
Choose the balance between groups A and B. • Adjust flash compensation for groups A and B. • Choose a flash control mode and flash level for the units in group C: - [M]: Choose the flash level manually. - [--]: The units in group C do not fire. • Choose a channel for the master flash. If the remote - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 547
the shot and arrange the flash units. See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • After arranging the units, press the test button on the master flash to test-fire the flash and confirm that the units are functioning normally. Flash units can also be test-fired by - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 548
❚❚ Remote Repeating (SB-5000 Only) When "remote repeating" is enabled, the flash units fire repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a multipleexposure effect. 1 C: Select [Remote repeating]. Select [Remote repeating] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control] in the photo shooting menu. 2 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 549
3 C: Adjust flash settings. • Choose the flash level ([Output]), the maximum number of times the flash units fire ([Times]), and the number of times the flash units fire per second ([Frequency]). • Enable or disable selected groups. Select [ON] to enable the selected group, [--] to disable the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 550
the shot and arrange the flash units. See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • After arranging the units, press the test button on the master flash to test-fire the flash and confirm that the units are functioning normally. Flash units can also be test-fired by - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 551
on a tripod). Be sure that direct light or strong reflections from the remote flash units do not enter the camera lens (in TTL mode) or the photocells on the remote flash units (qA mode), as this may interfere with exposure. To prevent low-intensity timing flashes emitted by the master flash from - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 552
SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, or SB-500 flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe. • Before proceeding, establish a wireless connection between the radio-controlled flash WR-R10 (0 479). • If an SB-500 is mounted on the camera accessory shoe, select [Optical/radio AWL] for [Flash control] > [Wireless - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 553
AWL using a WR-R10. To view flash info during viewfinder photography, press the R button to activate the information display (0 68) and then press the R button again. Flash Control Mode Displays ❚❚ Group Flash 12 3 4 1 Flash-ready indicator 1 5 2 Remote flash control (0 566) 6 FP indicator - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 554
12 7 3 8 4 5 6 1 Flash-ready indicator 1 2 Remote flash control (0 566) FP indicator (0 618) 3 Remote flash control mode 2 (0 566) 4 A : B ratio (0 487, 499) 5 Flash compensation (0 487, 499) 6 Group C flash control mode and flash level (output; 0 487, 499) 7 Channel 2 (0 479, 499) 8 Link - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 555
(0 566) 5 Number emitted (times; 0 490, 502) Frequency (0 490, 502) 6 Group status (enabled/ disabled; 0 490, 502) 7 Channel 2 (0 479, 502) 8 Link mode 4 (0 689) 1 Displayed in radio AWL when all flash units are ready. 2 Optical AWL is indicated by Y, radio AWL by Z, joint optical and radio AWL by - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 556
Settings The flash information display shows selected camera settings, including shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity. D Changing Flash Settings Flash settings can be changed by pressing the i button in the flash info display. The options available vary with the flash unit - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 557
menu option [Delete] [Playback folder] [Playback display options] [Focus point] [Exposure info] [Highlights] [RGB histogram] [Shooting data] [Overview] [None (image only)] [Copy image(s)] [Image review] [After delete] [Rotate tall] [Slide show] [Image type] [Frame interval] [Rating] Default - All - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 558
folder from list] [File naming] [Role played by card in Slot 2] [Image area] [Choose image area] [Auto DX crop] [Viewfinder mask display] [Image quality] [Image size] [NEF (RAW) recording] [NEF (RAW) compression] [NEF (RAW) -bit Auto 100 On 51200 Same as without flash Auto 512 Menu Guide > Defaults - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 559
Photo shooting menu option [White balance] [Fine-tune] [Choose color temperature] [Preset manual] [Set Picture Control] [Manage Picture Control] [Color space] [Active D-Lighting] [Long exposure NR] [High ISO NR] [Vignette control] [Diffraction compensation] [Auto distortion control] [Flicker - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 560
] [Select first exposure (NEF)] [HDR (high dynamic range)] [HDR mode] [HDR strength] [Save individual images (NEF)] [Interval timer shooting] [Choose start day/time] [Interval] [Intervals×shots/interval] [Exposure smoothing] [Silent photography] [Interval priority] [Focus before each shot] [Options - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 561
photography] [Image area] [Choose image area] [Auto DX crop] [Frame size/frame rate] [Interval priority] [Focus before each shot] [Destination] [Focus shift shooting] [No. of shots] [Focus step shooting menu reset is not available while a multiple exposure is in progress. Menu Guide > Defaults 515 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 562
image area] [Auto DX crop] [Frame size/frame rate] [Movie quality] [Movie file type] [ISO sensitivity settings] [Maximum sensitivity] [Auto ISO control (mode M)] [ISO sensitivity (mode M)] [White balance] [Fine-tune] [Choose color temperature] [Preset manual] [Set Picture Control] [Manage Picture - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 563
] [Timecode] [Record timecodes] [Count-up method] [Timecode origin] [Drop frame] Default On Auto Off Auto Disable Wide range Off 15 Off Record run - On Menu Guide > Defaults 517 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 564
a12 [Manual focus ring in AF mode] b1 [EV steps for exposure cntrl] b2 [Easy exposure compensation] b3 [Matrix metering] b4 [Center-weighted area] b5 [Fine-tune optimal exposure] [Matrix metering] [Center-weighted metering] [Spot metering] [Highlight-weighted metering] Default - Release Focus 3 On - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 565
-release button AE-L] c2 [Standby timer] c3 [Self-timer] [Self-timer delay] [Number of shots] [Interval between shots] c4 [Monitor off delay] [Playback] [Menus] [Information display] [Image review] [Live view] d1 [CL mode shooting speed] d2 [Max. continuous release] d3 [Sync. release mode options - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 566
Red Off On On 1/200 s 1/60 s Entire frame Subject and background On MTR > under > over Set Picture Control, Image quality, Flash mode, Wi-Fi connection, Autofocus mode, Choose image area, White balance, Image size, Metering, Active D-Lighting, AF-area mode, Custom controls 520 Menu Guide > Defaults - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 567
controls] [Preview button] [Fn button] [AE-L/AF-L button] [AF-ON button] [BKT button] [Movie record button] f4 [OK button] [Viewfinder photography] [Live view] [Playback mode] [Zoom on/off] Default Set Picture Control, Image quality, Flash mode, Wi-Fi connection, Autofocus mode, Negative digitizer - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 568
[Aperture setting] [Menus and playback] [Sub-dial frame advance] f6 [Release button to use dial] f7 [Reverse indicators] f8 [Dswitch] g1 [Customize LCD backlight (D) Set Picture Control, Frame size and rate/ Image quality, Wind noise reduction, Wi-Fi connection, Autofocus mode, Destination, White - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 569
] [Fn button] [AE-L/AF-L button] [AF-ON button] [Shutter-release button] g3 [AF speed] [When to apply] g4 [AF tracking sensitivity] g5 [Highlight display] [Display pattern] [Highlight display threshold] Default None None AE/AF lock AF-ON Take photos 0 Always 4 Off 248 Menu Guide > Defaults 523 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 570
user settings] [Reset user settings] [Language] [Time zone and date] [Time zone] [Date and time] [Date format] [Daylight saving time] [Monitor brightness] [Monitor color balance] [Virtual horizon] [Information display] [Manual 0 A-B: 0, G-M: 0 - Auto Dark on light Off - - - 524 Menu Guide > Defaults - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 571
mm)] [Maximum aperture] [Clean image sensor] [Clean at startup/shutdown] [Lock mirror up for cleaning] [Image Dust Off ref photo] [Pixel mapping] [Image comment] [Attach comment] [Copyright Default 1 - - Clean at startup & shutdown - - - U U Off 2 Low Enable Left V Right Menu Guide > Defaults 525 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 572
recording control] [Output data depth] [N-Log/HDR output options] [View assist] [Location data] [Standby timer] [Position] [Set clock from satellite] [Wireless remote (WR) options] [LED lamp] [Link mode] [Assign remote (WR) Fn button] [Airplane mode] [Connect to smart device] [Pairing (Bluetooth - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 573
Setup menu option [Connect to PC] [Wi-Fi connection] [Network settings] [Options] [Auto send] [Delete after send] [Send file as] [Deselect all?] [MAC address] Default Disable - Off No NEF (RAW) + JPEG - - Menu Guide > Defaults 527 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 574
if marked to send] [Send marking] [Send folder] [Deselect all?] [HTTP user settings] [Battery info] [Power saving] [Auto power off delay] [MAC address] [Firmware version] [Conformity marking] [Battery info] [Slot empty release lock] [Save/load menu settings] [Reset all settings] [Firmware version - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 575
) tab in the camera menus. The playback menu contains the following items: Item 0 Item 0 [Delete] 530 [After delete] 539 [Playback folder] 530 [Rotate tall] 540 [Playback display options] 531 [Slide show] 540 [Copy image(s)] 532 [Rating] 543 [Image review] 538 Menu Guide > D The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 576
Delete G button U D playback menu Delete multiple images. For more information, see "The Playback Menu" (0 385). Option Description Q [Selected] Delete selected pictures. i [Select date] Delete all pictures taken on selected dates. R [All] Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 577
Playback Display Options G button U D playback menu Choose whether the focus points used when the photograph was taken are displayed during full-frame playback. You can also choose the types of photo information that can be - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 578
the card from which pictures will be copied. [Select image(s)] Select pictures to be copied. [Select destination Select the destination folder on the remaining folder] card (the card not selected for [Select source]). [Copy image(s)?] Copy the pictures. 532 Menu Guide > D The Playback Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 579
card containing the pictures to be copied and press J to select the highlighted slot and return to the [Copy image(s)] menu. 3 Choose [Select image(s)]. Highlight [Select image(s)] and press 2 to select the highlighted option and return to the [Select image(s)] menu. Menu Guide > D The Playback Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 580
. [Select all images] All of the pictures in the chosen folder will be selected by default. • Choose this option if you want to copy all or most of the pictures in the folder. [Select protected images] Only the protected images in the folder will be selected by default. 534 Menu Guide > D The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 581
hold the X (T) button. • After confirming that all the pictures you want to copy have L marks, press J to return to the [Copy image(s)] menu. 7 Choose [Select destination folder]. Highlight [Select destination folder] and press 2 to display the [Select destination folder] menu. Menu Guide > D The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 582
of existing folders. 9 Select the folder. After entering a folder number or highlighting the folder name, press J to select the folder and return to the [Copy image(s)] menu. 536 Menu Guide > D The Playback Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 583
10 Choose [Copy image(s)?]. Highlight [Copy image(s)?] and press J to display a confirmation dialog. 11 Choose [Yes]. • The camera will display the message "[Copy?]" together with the number of pictures that will be copied. • Highlight [Yes] and press J to copy the selected pictures. • Press J again - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 584
be sure the battery is fully charged before copying movies. Image Review G button U D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If [Off] is selected, pictures can only be displayed by pressing the K button. 538 Menu Guide > D The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 585
Delete G button U D playback menu Choose the picture displayed after an image is deleted. Option Description • The following picture is displayed. S [Show next] • If the deleted image was the last picture, the preceding picture will be displayed. T [Show previous] • The preceding picture is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 586
display during playback. D Rotate Tall Images are not rotated automatically during image review even when [On] is selected for [Rotate tall]. Slide Show G button U D playback menu View a slide show; pictures are displayed in the order recorded. The pictures in the folder currently selected for - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 587
can be performed while the show is in progress: To Description Skip back/skip Press 4 to return to the previous frame, 2 to skip mode Press K to end the slide show and exit to playback. Exit to shooting Press the shutter-release button halfway to return to mode shooting mode. Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 588
A dialog is displayed when the show ends. To restart, highlight [Restart] and press J. To end the show, highlight [Exit] and press J. 542 Menu Guide > D The Playback Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 589
. • Hold the W (Y) button and press 1 or 3 to choose a rating of from zero to five stars, or select d to mark the picture as a candidate for later deletion. • To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button. • Press J to save changes. Menu Guide > D The Playback Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 590
560 [Flicker reduction] 561 [Flash control] 563 [Auto bracketing] 567 [Multiple exposure] 569 [HDR (high dynamic range)] 569 [Interval timer shooting] 569 [Time-lapse movie] 570 [Focus shift shooting] 570 [Silent live view photography] 570 544 Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 591
their default values (0 512). Storage Folder G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the folder in which subsequent pictures will be stored. 1 Folder 2 Folder number subsequent folders by pressing and holding the O (Q) button while the keyboard is displayed. Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu 545 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 592
Select Folder by Number The folder in which subsequent pictures will be stored can be selected by number. If a folder with the specified number does not folder number. • Press 4 or 2 to highlight digits. • To change the highlighted digit, press 1 or 3. 546 Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 593
either case, subsequent pictures will be stored in the chosen folder. • To exit without changing the storage folder, press the G button. D Folder Icons pictures or a picture numbered 9999), or by X if partially full. A Y icon indicates that no further pictures can be stored in the folder. Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 594
highlighted folder. • Press J to select the highlighted folder and return to the main menu. • Subsequent photographs will be stored in the selected folder. 548 Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 595
camera will stop creating new folders automatically and disable the shutter release if: - The number of files in the folder reaches 5000 (or during movie recording, if camera Additional time may be required for camera startup if the memory card contains a very large number of files or folders. - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 596
File Naming G button U C photo shooting menu Pictures are saved using file names consisting of "DSC_ 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 extensions. 550 Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 597
for photographs. For more information, see "Adjusting Image Quality" (0 134). Image Size G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the size, in pixels, of pictures recorded with the camera. For more information, see "Choosing an Image Size" (0 137). Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu 551 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 598
. NEF (RAW) images are recorded at a bit depth of 14 bits. Files recorded at a bit depth of 14 bits contain more color data than pictures recorded using [12-bit]. Files recorded at a bit depth of 14 bits are also larger than pictures recorded using [12-bit]. 552 Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 599
more information, see "Adjusting the Camera's Sensitivity to Light (ISO Sensitivity)" (0 187). White Balance G button U C photo shooting menu Adjust White Balance)" (0 195). Set Picture Control G button U C photo shooting menu Choose image processing ("Picture Control") options for new photos - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 600
color space when opening photographs created with this camera. Results cannot be guaranteed with third-party software. D Adobe RGB For accurate color reproduction, Adobe RGB images require applications, displays, and printers that support color management. 554 Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 601
Active D-Lighting G button U C photo shooting menu Preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating pictures with natural contrast. For more information, see "Active D-Lighting" (0 254). Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu 555 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 602
Long Exposure NR G button U C photo shooting menu Reduce "noise" (bright spots or fog) in Long-Exposure Noise Reduction If the camera is turned off before processing is complete, the picture will be saved but noise reduction will not be performed. 556 Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 603
High ISO NR G button U C photo shooting menu Photographs taken at high ISO sensitivities can be processed to reduce "noise" (randomly-spaced bright as required. The amount [Off] of noise reduction performed is always lower than when [Low] is selected. Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu 557 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 604
the scene, shooting conditions, and type of lens, JPEG images may exhibit "noise" (fog) or over-processing at the edge of the frame that introduces variations in peripheral brightness. In addition, custom Picture Controls and preset Picture Controls that have been modified from default settings may - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 605
Diffraction Compensation G button U C photo shooting menu Select [On] to reduce diffraction at small apertures (high f/numbers). • To apply diffraction compensation to pictures taken with non- CPU lenses, enter the lens data using the [Non-CPU lens data] item in the setup menu. Menu Guide > C The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 606
. • [Auto distortion control] is available only with type G, E, and D lenses. Some lenses of these types, including PC and fisheyes lenses, are, however, not supported. Results are not guaranteed with lenses that are not supported. D Auto Distortion Control • When [On] is selected, the time needed - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 607
release modes) inconsistent exposure or coloration. Option [Flicker reduction setting] [Flicker reduction indicator] Description When [Enable] is selected, the camera icon is displayed if flicker is detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. • During live view photography, the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 608
when: • MUP is selected for release mode • CH is selected for release mode during live view photography • [On] during interval-timer photography, time-lapse movie recording, or focus shift • HDR is enabled • Exposure delay mode is on • Shutter speed is set to A Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 609
G button U C photo shooting menu Choose a flash control mode and flash level and adjust other settings for wireless remote flash units or optional flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe. • For information on adjusting settings for optional flash units mounted on the camera accessory - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 610
mounted on the camera accessory shoe. • The options available in the flash control display vary with the option selected for [Flash control mode]. • Settings for manual] Choose the distance to the subject; flash output will be adjusted automatically. s [Manual] Choose the flash level manually - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 611
SB-500 flash unit or a WR-R10 wireless remote controller is mounted on the camera. Option Description The remote flash units are controlled using Y [Optical AWL] low-intensity R10 attached to the camera (0 479). [Off] Remote flash photography disabled. Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu 565 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 612
control]. Option Description m [Group flash] Choose a separate flash control mode for each group of remote flash units (0 484, 496). x [ Choose the balance between groups A and B and set the output for group C manually (0 487, 499). The flash units fire repeatedly while the u [Remote repeating - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 613
Auto Bracketing G button U C photo shooting menu Vary exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, For more information, see "Varying Exposure or White Balance over a Series of Photographs (Bracketing)" (0 224). Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu 567 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 614
] is selected for [Auto bracketing set]. Choose how Active D-Lighting varies with each shot when [ADL bracketing] is selected for [Auto bracketing set]. 568 Menu Guide > C The Photo Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 615
Dynamic Range (HDR)" (0 256). Interval Timer Shooting G button U C photo shooting menu Take photographs at the selected interval until the specified number of shots has been recorded. For more information, see "Taking Photos at a Set Interval (Interval Timer Shooting)" (0 298). Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 616
Movie from Photos (Time-Lapse Movie)" (0 315). Focus Shift Shooting G button U C photo shooting menu Focus shift automatically varies focus over a series of shots. Use it to take photos that will later be combined using focus stacking to create a single image with increased depth of field. For more - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 617
1 tab in the camera menus. The movie shooting menu contains the following items: Item 0 Item 0 [Reset movie shooting menu] [File naming] [Destination] [Image area] [Frame size/frame rate] [Movie quality] [Movie file type] [ISO sensitivity settings] [White balance] [Set Picture Control] [Manage - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 618
U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the three-letter prefix used in naming the image files in which movies are stored; the default prefix is "DSC" (0 550). Destination G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the slot to which movies are recorded when two memory cards are inserted. • The menu shows - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 619
area for movies. Auto DX Crop Choose whether the camera automatically uses the [DX] image area for movies recorded with a DX lens. Frame Size/Frame Rate G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the movie frame size (in pixels) and frame rate. For more information, see "Frame Size/Frame Rate and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 620
Movie Quality G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose from [High quality] and [Normal]. For more information, see "Frame Size/Frame Rate and Movie Quality" (0 264). Movie File Type G button U 1 movie shooting menu Record movies in MOV or MP4 format. 574 Menu Guide > 1 The Movie Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 621
ISO sensitivity control in mode M. • [Off]: Use the value selected for [ISO sensitivity (mode M)]. • Regardless of the option selected, auto ISO sensitivity control is used in modes other than M. Choose the ISO sensitivity for mode M from values between ISO 100 and Hi 2. Menu Guide > 1 The Movie - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 622
or lines) may increase. • At high ISO sensitivities, the camera may have difficulty focusing. • The foregoing can be prevented by choosing a lower value for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Maximum sensitivity]. White Balance G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the white balance for movies. Select - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 623
as custom Picture Controls (0 554). Active D-Lighting G button U 1 movie shooting menu Preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating movies with natural contrast. Select [Same as photo settings] to use the option currently selected for photos (0 254). Menu Guide > 1 The Movie Shooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 624
High ISO NR G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce "noise" (randomly-spaced bright pixels) in movies recorded at high ISO sensitivities (0 557). Diffraction Compensation G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce diffraction in movies (0 559). 578 Menu Guide > 1 The Movie Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 625
button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce flicker and banding when shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during live view or movie recording. Choose [Auto] to allow the camera one that produces the best results. • Flicker results in modes other than M. If this is the case, select mode M and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 626
Electronic VR G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose whether to enable electronic vibration reduction during movie recording. Option [On] [Off] Description • Enable electronic vibration reduction during movie recording. • Electronic vibration reduction is not available in EFCT modes or at frame - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 627
button U 1 movie shooting menu Turn built-in or external microphones on or off or adjust microphone sensitivity. Option Description [Auto] Adjust microphone sensitivity automatically. [Manual] Select microphone sensitivity manually by a 2 icon. Menu Guide > 1 The Movie Shooting Menu 581 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 628
microphone gain and prevent audio distortion when recording movies in loud environments. Frequency Response G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the range of frequencies to which built-in and external hum of a city street. Choose for human voices. 582 Menu Guide > 1 The Movie Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 629
Wind Noise Reduction G button U 1 movie shooting menu Select [On] to enable the low-cut filter, reducing noise produced by support this feature can be enabled or disabled using microphone controls. Headphone Volume G button U 1 movie shooting menu Press 1 or 3 to adjust headphone volume. Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 630
Timecode G button U 1 movie shooting be included with footage saved to external recorders connected to the camera via an HDMI cable. The camera supports Atomos SHOGUN, NINJA, and SUMO-series Monitor recorders. • [Off incremented while the camera is off. 584 Menu Guide > 1 The Movie Shooting Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 631
]: Reset the time code to 00:00:00.00. • [Enter manually]: Enter the hour, minute, second, and frame number manually. • [Current time]: Set the time code to the current time as reported by the camera clock. Before using this option, select [Time zone and date] in the setup menu and confirm that the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 632
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To view Custom Settings, select the A tab in the camera menus. Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. The Custom Settings menu is divided into levels. 586 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 633
-release button AE-L] 605 a7 [Store points by orientation] 595 a8 [AF activation] 597 a9 [Focus point wraparound] 597 c2 [Standby timer] 605 c3 [Self-timer] 606 c4 [Monitor off delay] 606 a10 [Focus point options] 598 a11 [Low-light AF] 599 a12 [Manual focus ring in AF mode - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 634
mode shooting speed] 607 d2 [Max. continuous release] 607 d3 [Sync. release mode options] 608 d4 [Exposure delay mode illumination] 616 d13 [Live view in continuous mode] 616 d14 [Optical VR] 3 617 f4 [OK button] 635 f5 [Customize command dials] 637 f6 [Release button to use dial - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 635
652 g5 [Highlight display] 653 1 Items modified from default values are indicated by asterisks ("U"). 2 This item is available with compatible lenses only. 3 This item is available only with compatible AF-P lenses not equipped with a vibration reduction switch. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 589 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 636
be taken before the camera focuses when AF-C is selected. Option Description G [Release] Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority). F [Focus] Photos can be taken only when the camera is in focus (focus priority). 590 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 637
be taken before the camera focuses when AF-S is selected. Option Description G [Release] Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority). F [Focus] Photos can be taken only when the camera is in focus (focus priority). Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 591 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 638
when [3D-tracking] or [Auto-area AF] is selected for AF-area mode. a4: 3D-Tracking Face-Detection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the camera detects and focuses on faces when [3D-tracking] is selected for AF-area mode during viewfinder photography. 592 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 639
-Area AF Face/Eye Detection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the camera detects and focuses on faces or on faces and eyes when [Auto-area AF] is selected for AF-area mode. Option Description [Face and eye detection on] If the camera detects a portrait subject during live view - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 640
a6: Focus Points Used G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the number of focus points available for manual focuspoint selection when an option other than [Auto-area AF] is selected for AF-area mode. Option R [All points] [Every I other point] Description Every focus point available in the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 641
options are available for the viewfinder (shown in the illustrations) and for live view. • Select [No] to use the same focus point regardless of camera orientation. Camera rotated Landscape (wide) 90°counter-clockwise orientation Camera rotated 90°clockwise Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 595 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 642
• Select [Yes] to enable separate focus-point selection. Camera rotated Landscape (wide) 90°counter-clockwise orientation Camera rotated 90°clockwise 596 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 643
U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the shutter-release button can be used to focus. If [AF-ON only] is selected, the camera will not focus when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Focus can only be adjusted using the AF-ON button or other controls to which AF-ON has been assigned - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 644
the selected focus point may be difficult to see. The selected focus point is not highlighted. Manual Focus Mode Option [On] [Off] Description The focus point is displayed at all times in manual focus mode. The focus point is displayed only during focus point selection. 598 Menu Guide > A Custom - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 645
points. [Off] Display only the selected focus point. a11: Low-Light AF G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose [On] for more accurate focus under low-light conditions during live view when AF-S is selected for autofocus mode or when AF-A is selected and the camera is shooting using AF-S. • Low - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 646
lenses only. Choose whether the lens focus ring can be used for manual focus in autofocus mode. Option Description Autofocus can be over-ridden by rotating the lens focus ring (autofocus with manual override). The focus ring can be used [Enable] for manual focus while the shutter-release button - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 647
b: Metering/Exposure b1: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl G button U A Custom Settings menu Select the increments used for adjustments to shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, bracketing, and exposure and flash compensation. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 601 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 648
or aperture. Exposure compensation 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. • This setting takes effect in modes P, S, and A. Easy exposure compensation is not available in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 649
assign priority to faces detected by the camera. b4: Center-Weighted Area G button U A Custom Settings menu When [Center-weighted metering] is selected, the camera assigns the greatest weight to an area lens is attached, the size of the area is fixed at φ12 mm. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 603 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 650
b5: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure G button U A Custom Settings menu Use this item to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera; exposure can be fine-tuned separately for each metering method. b5. • The values selected are not affected by two-button resets. 604 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 651
the shutter-release button halfway locks exposure. P [On (burst mode)] Exposure only locks while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. [Off] Pressing the shutter-release button does not lock exposure. c2: Standby Timer G button U A Custom Settings menu The camera continues to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 652
review], [Menus], [Information display], and [Live view]. • The default delays are: for [Playback] and [Information display], 10 s; for [Menus], 1 minute; for [Image review], 4 s; and for [Live view], 10 minutes. • Choose shorter monitor-off delays for greater battery endurance. 606 Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 653
Choose the frame advance rate for low-speed continuous release mode; options range from [6 fps] to [1 fps]. d2: Max. Continuous Release G button U A Custom Settings menu The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst in continuous release modes can be set to any value between 1 and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 654
using an optional wireless remote controller. d4: Exposure Delay Mode G button U A Custom Settings menu In situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, shutter release can be delayed by from about 0.2 to 3 seconds after the mirror is raised. 608 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 655
Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter • Pictures taken with lenses of types other than G, E, or D may contain "noise" such as lines or fog. Select [Disable] should you notice this to be the case. • Regardless of the option selected, the camera uses the mechanical shutter in modes other than Q, QC, and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 656
d6: Extended Shutter Speeds (M) G button U A Custom Settings menu Extend the range of shutter speeds available in mode M; the slowest shutter speed available when [On] is selected is 900 s (15 minutes). Extended shutter speeds can be used for pictures of the night sky and in other situations that - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 657
button U A Custom Settings menu Choose a file numbering option. Option [On] [Off] [Reset] Description When a new folder is created or a new memory card is inserted in the camera already contains images, file the camera will picture taken. If the current folder contains images, the next picture - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 658
will no longer be able to create new folders and the shutter release will be disabled if: - The current folder contains 5000 pictures (in addition, movie recording will be disabled if the camera calculates that the number of files needed to record a movie of the maximum length would result in the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 659
d8: Save Original (EFFECTS) G button U A Custom Settings menu In f, d, e, k, l, and m modes, you can choose whether in addition to saving pictures in JPEG format, the camera saves NEF (RAW) copies without the effects applied. Option [On] [Off] Description The camera saves an NEF (RAW) copy in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 660
button U A Custom Settings menu Select [On] to preview how the options currently selected for shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity affect exposure while taking photographs in modes lighting is used - [Active D-Lighting] or [HDR (high dynamic range)] is in effect - s Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 661
button U A Custom Settings menu When focus peaking is enabled during live view photography in manual focus mode, objects that are in focus the depth that will be shown as being in focus. Focus peaking is not performed in special effects modes. [Peaking highlight color] Choose a peaking highlight - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 662
. Note that this increases the drain on the battery. The backlight will turn off while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or all the way down, but will turn on again when the button is released. d13: Live View in Continuous Mode G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the monitor - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 663
U A Custom Settings menu This item is available only with compatible AF-P lenses not equipped with a vibration reduction switch. Selecting [On] enables vibration reduction, which takes effect whenever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Select [Off] to disable vibration reduction. Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 664
Speed G button U A camera can select shutter speeds as fast as 1/8000 s. • In modes S and M, the user can select shutter speeds as fast as 1/8000 s when using flash units that support auto FP high-speed sync. Flash sync speed set to selected value, which can be from 1/200 to 1/60 s. 618 Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 665
at the Flash Sync Speed Limit In modes S and M, shutter speed can be flash to be used at the highest shutter speed supported by the camera. When [1/200 s (Auto FP)] is selected, the camera automatically enables auto FP high-speed sync at shutter FP)] is selected. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 619 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 666
speeds can be as slow as 30 s in modes S and M or at flash settings of slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, or red-eye reduction with slow sync. e3: Exposure Comp. for Flash G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose how the camera adjusts flash level when exposure compensation is used. Option - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 667
subject is correctly exposed. e5: Modeling Flash G button U A Custom Settings menu Select [On] to enable the modeling flash emitted if the Pv button is pressed when the camera is used with an optional flash unit that supports the Nikon Creative Lighting system. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 621 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 668
e6: Bracketing Order G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the order in which the shots in the bracketing program are taken. Option Description The ADL bracketing] is selected for [Auto bracketing] > [Auto bracketing set] in the photo shooting menu. 622 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 669
] 254 q [Long exposure NR] 556 r [High ISO NR] 557 w [Metering] 166 c [Flash mode] 465 Y [Flash compensation] 469 g [Autofocus mode] 140 t [AF-area mode] 145 t [Auto bracketing] 224 $ [Multiple exposure] 287 2 [HDR (high dynamic range)] 256 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 623 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 670
movie] 315 9 [Focus shift shooting] 328 v [View release mode] 624 Item 0 w [Custom controls] 628 z [Exposure delay mode] 608 Z [Bluetooth connection] 625 U [Wi-Fi connection] 625 View Memory Card Info View the slot currently selected as the destination for new pictures and the role - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 671
Enable or disable Wi-Fi. • Enable Wi-Fi to establish wireless connections to computers or between the camera and smartphones or tablets (smart devices) running the SnapBridge app. • To turn Wi-Fi off, ] prompt will be displayed. Press J to end the connection. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 625 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 672
] 254 q [Long exposure NR] 556 r [High ISO NR] 557 w [Metering] 166 c [Flash mode] 465 Y [Flash compensation] 469 g [Autofocus mode] 140 t [AF-area mode] 145 t [Auto bracketing] 224 $ [Multiple exposure] 287 2 [HDR (high dynamic range)] 256 626 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 673
0 7 [Interval timer shooting] 298 8 [Time-lapse movie] 315 9 [Focus shift shooting] 328 L [Silent live view photography] 570 v [View release mode] 624 w [Custom controls] 628 Item 0 z [Exposure delay mode] 608 $ [Exposure preview] 614 W [Peaking highlights] 615 3 [Monitor - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 674
and press J. Option 0 [Preview button] 3 [Fn button] ! [AE-L/AF-L button] V [AF-ON button] n [BKT button] z [Movie record button] • The roles that can be assigned to these controls are as follows: Option A [AF-ON] F [AF lock only] E [AE lock (Hold)] D [AE lock (Reset on release)] C [AE lock only - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 675
image area] y [Active D-Lighting] w [Metering] t [Auto bracketing] $ [Multiple exposure] 2 [HDR (high dynamic range)] z [Exposure delay mode 4 4 ---- 4 4 ---- 4 4 ---- 4 4 ---- 4 4 --- 4 4 4 ---- ----- 4 ---- 4 - ---- 4 - ---- 4 - 4 4 ---- 4 4 ---- 4 4 ---- 444444 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 629 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 676
control initiates autofocus, duplicating the function of the AF-ON button. F [AF lock only] Focus locks while the control is pressed. E [AE lock is released. Exposure remains locked until the control is pressed a second time or the standby timer expires. [AE lock D (Reset on release)] Exposure - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 677
to the selected value. Press the control to temporarily select maximum aperture for an improved focus preview during live view. [Matrix metering] is activated while the control is pressed. [ [Highlight-weighted metering] is activated while the control is pressed. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 631 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 678
is selected for [Auto bracketing] > [Auto bracketing set], the camera will take pictures while the shutter - release button is pressed and apply white balance bracketing to each shot. • If a JPEG option is currently selected for image quality, an NEF (RAW) copy will be recorded with the next - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 679
K [Playback] Press the control to start playback. J [Choose image area] Press the control and rotate a command dial to choose the image area. y [Active D-Lighting] Press the control and rotate a select the bracketing increment or Active D-Lighting amount. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 633 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 680
command dial to choose the mode and the sub-command dial to choose HDR strength. z [Exposure delay mode] Press the control and rotate a command dial to choose the shutter-release delay. v [1 step spd item in the setup menu. [None] The control has no effect. 634 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 681
role assigned to the J button during still photography and playback. Viewfinder Photography Option Description K [Select center focus point] Pressing J selects the center focus point. K [Highlight active focus point] Pressing J highlights the active focus point. [None] Pressing J during - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 682
button o [View histograms] is pressed. The histogram display is available in both full-frame and thumbnail playback. p [Zoom on/off] Press J to zoom the display in on the area around the active focus , where you can then choose a slot and folder for playback. 636 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 683
to set aperture in mode A only. [Autofocus setting] If [On] is selected, AF-area mode can be selected by keeping the AF-mode button pressed and rotating the main command dial, autofocus mode by keeping the AF-mode button pressed and rotating the subcommand dial. Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 637 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 684
using the aperture ring on CPU lenses in modes A and M. Option Description [Sub camera aperture display shows aperture in increments of 1 EV, although fractions of 1 EV can still be selected using the aperture ring. • Regardless of the option selected for [Aperture setting], aperture for lenses - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 685
previous menu. As for [On] except that the command dials cannot be used for playback during image review. Use the multi selector to choose the picture displayed during full-frame playback or to highlight pictures or menu items. * The sub-command dial cannot be used to select highlighted items. To - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 686
when [On] or [On (image review excluded)] is selected for [Menus and playback]. Option Description [10 frames] Skip forward or back 10 frames at a time. [50 frames] Skip forward or back 50 frames at a time. c [Rating] P [Protect] Skip to the next or previous pictures with the selected rating - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 687
W (Y), and AF mode buttons. • [Release button to use dial] also applies to controls to which the following roles have been assigned using Custom Settings f3 or g2 [Custom controls]: [Choose image area], [Active D-Lighting], [Metering], [Auto bracketing], [Multiple exposure], [HDR (high dynamic range - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 688
f7: Reverse Indicators G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the exposure indicators in the with negative values on the left and positive values on the right. f8: D Switch G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether rotating the power switch to D activates only the control panel - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 689
size and rate/Image quality] 264 N [Destination] 572 E [Exposure compensation] 175 9 [ISO sensitivity settings] 187 m [White balance] 195 h [Set Picture Control] 243 y [Active D-Lighting] 254 w [Metering] 166 Item 0 g [Autofocus mode] 140 t [AF-area mode] 145 4 [Electronic VR - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 690
. Choose whether the multi selector can be used to adjust exposure compensation. Selecting [Enable] allows exposure compensation to be set by pressing 1 or 3. 644 Menu Guide > A Custom Settings - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 691
by pressing camera controls or by pressing controls and rotating command dials during filming. • Choose the roles played by the controls below. Highlight the desired control and press J. Option 0 [Preview button] 2 [Fn button] ! [AE-L/AF-L button] V [AF-ON button] G [Shutter-release button] • The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 692
Option J [Choose image area] y [Active D-Lighting] button-controlled aperture adjustment. Aperture narrows while the Fn button is pressed. Use in combination with Custom Setting g2 [Custom controls] > [Preview button] > [Power aperture (open)] for buttoncontrolled aperture adjustment. 646 Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 693
the image area cannot be changed while recording is in progress. y [Active D-Lighting] Press the control and rotate a command dial to adjust Active D-Lighting for movies. A [AF-ON] Pressing the control initiates autofocus, duplicating the function of the AF-ON button. Menu Guide > A Custom - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 694
Focus locks while the control is pressed. Exposure locks when the control is pressed. Exposure lock does not end when the shutter is E [AE lock (Hold)] released . B [AE/AF lock] Focus and exposure lock while the control is pressed. Press the shutter-release button all the way C [Take photos - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 695
movies] [None] Description Press the shutter-release button halfway to start live view. If the focus mode selector is in the AF position, you can then press the shutter-release button halfway again to focus. To start movie recording, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Press - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 696
g3: AF Speed G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the focus speed for movie recording when using lenses compatible with this option. Use [When to apply] to choose when the when recording is in progress. At other times, the focus speed is "+5", or in other words as fast possible. 650 Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 697
lenses and the lenses listed below. All other lenses focus at maximum speed. • AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED • AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm VR • AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR Menu Guide > A Custom Settings 651 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 698
Tracking Sensitivity G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose how quickly focus responds when your subject leaves the focus point or something passes between the subject and the camera during filming; the options available range from 1 to 7. • Choose [7 (Low)] to help maintain focus on your original - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 699
g5: Highlight Display G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether shading is used to indicate highlights are enabled, only peaking highlights will be displayed in manual focus mode. To view the highlight display in manual focus mode, select [Off] for Custom Setting d11 [Peaking highlights] - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 700
the setup menu, select the B tab in the camera menus. The setup menu contains the following items: Item 0 Item 0 [Format memory card] 656 [Clean image sensor] 673 [Save user settings] [Reset user settings] [Language] [Time zone and date] [Monitor brightness] [Monitor color balance] [Virtual - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 701
Item 0 Item 0 [Wireless remote (WR) options] [Assign remote (WR) Fn button] [Airplane mode] [Connect to smart device] [Connect to PC] 688 [Conformity marking] 700 [Battery info] 701 691 [Slot empty release lock] 702 [Save/load menu settings] 703 691 [Reset all settings] 708 692 [ - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 702
permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card. Before formatting, be sure to make backup copies as required. D During Formatting Do not turn the camera off or remove memory cards until the message [Formatting memory card.] clears from the display. A Two-Button Format • Press and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 703
be assigned to the U1 and U2 positions on the mode dial (0 115). Reset User Settings G button U B setup menu Reset settings for U1 and U2 to default values (0 118). Language G button U B setup menu Choose a language for camera menus and messages. The languages available vary with the country - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 704
Date G button U B setup menu Change time zones and set the camera clock. We recommend that the camera clock be adjusted regularly. Option Description [Time zone] Choose a time zone. [Date and time] is automatically set to the time in the new time zone. [Date and Set the camera G button U - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 705
Monitor Color Balance G button U B setup menu Adjust pictures taken with the camera are not affected. • The reference image is either the last picture taken or, in playback mode, the picture last displayed. If the memory card contains no pictures, an empty frame will be displayed instead. Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 706
• To choose a different image, press the W (Y) button. Highlight the desired picture and press J to select it as the reference image. • To view the highlighted image full frame, press and hold X (T). 660 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 707
5°. Camera level Camera tilted left or Camera tilted forward right or back D Tilting the Camera The virtual horizon display is not accurate when the camera is tilted at a sharp angle forward or back. If the camera is unable to measure tilt, the amount of tilt will not be displayed. Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 708
Display G button U B setup menu Adjust the appearance of the information display according to lighting conditions. Dark on light Light on dark Option [Auto] [Manual] Description The camera adjusts the the monitor dims and the lettering is displayed in white. 662 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 709
save lens] Fine-tune focus for the current CPU lens; separate focus positions can be selected for viewfinder and live view photography (0 665). • The camera can store values for up to 20 lens types. • The camera will not save fine-tuning values for non-CPU lenses. • New values overwrite existing - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 710
lens] stores only one set of values for each lens type, choosing different identifiers lets you save separate fine-tuning values for two or more lenses of the same type, for example by choosing an identifier that is the same as the lens serial number. D Deleting Saved Values To delete values - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 711
Creating and Saving Fine-Tuning Values 1 Attach the lens to the camera. 2 Select [AF fine-tuning options] in the setup menu, then highlight [Fine-tune and save lens] and press 2. 3 lens is a zoom lens or has a fixed focal-length. Zoom lens Fixed focal-length lens Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu 665 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 712
. A Auto AF Fine-Tuning Use auto AF fine-tuning to fine-tune autofocus automatically while viewing the results in the live view display. Pressing the W (Y) button in the [For viewfinder photography] display in Step 3 takes you Step 2 of "Auto AF Fine-Tuning" (0 668). 666 Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 713
value, the farther the focal point from the lens; the smaller the value, the closer the focal point. 4 Press J to save the new value. Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu 667 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 714
Auto AF Fine-Tuning Auto AF fine-tuning is performed as described below. 1 Rotate the live view selector to C and press the a button. 2 Press the AF-mode and movie-record buttons simultaneously and keep them pressed for over two seconds. 668 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 715
Highlight [WIDE] (maximum angle) or [TELE] (maximum zoom) and press J; the camera will select the center focus point and the auto AF fine-tuning dialog will be displayed. Fixed Focal-Length Lenses The camera will select the center focus point and the auto AF finetuning dialog will be displayed. Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 716
3 Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. • If you are using a zoom lens, rotate the zoom ring all the way to select either the maximum angle or maximum zoom before focusing. • Before focusing, mount the camera on a tripod and aim the camera at a flat, high-contrast subject parallel to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 717
lens will be added to the [List saved values] list (CPU lenses only). • If auto fine-tuning is successful, AF fine-tuning need to repeat the process for the remaining item. Press the X (T) button and repeat Steps 2 to 4. • New values overwrite existing values. 5 2. Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu 671 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 718
Non-CPU Lens Data G button U B setup menu Record data for non-CPU lenses. Recording the focal length and maximum aperture of non-CPU lenses allows them to be used with some functions normally reserved for CPU lenses. Option Description [Lens number] Choose a number to identify the lens. [Focal - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 719
Clean Image Sensor G button U B setup menu Dirt or dust entering the camera when lenses are exchanged or the body cap is removed may adhere to the low-pass filter and affect your photographs. The "clean image sensor" option vibrates the sensor to remove dust. Option [Clean now] [Clean at startup/ - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 720
cannot be removed using the "clean image sensor" option can be removed manually. Note, however, that because the low-pass filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged, we recommend that manual cleaning be performed only by a Nikon-authorized service representative. For information on cleaning the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 721
Dust Off Ref Photo G button U B setup menu Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX-D. Image Dust Off processes NEF (RAW) images to mitigate effects caused by dust adhering to the low-pass filter in front of the camera image sensor. For more information, refer to Capture - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 722
) from a well-lit, featureless white object, frame the object so that it fills the display 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. 676 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 723
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 be unable to acquire Image Dust Off reference data and a message will be displayed and the camera will return to the display shown in Step 1. Choose - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 724
way in. • The same reference data can be used for photographs taken with different lenses or at different apertures. • Reference images cannot be viewed using computer imaging software. • A grid pattern is displayed when reference images are viewed on the camera. 678 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 725
Pixel Mapping G button U B setup menu Pixel mapping checks and optimizes camera image sensor. If you notice unexpected bright spots appearing in pictures taken with the camera, perform pixel mapping as described below. • Use a fully-charged battery to prevent unexpected loss of power. • Pixel - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 726
Pixel mapping] in the setup menu. Turn the camera on, press the G button, and select [Pixel mapping] in the setup menu. 2 Select [Start]. Pixel mapping will start. 1 appears in the control panel while the operation is in progress. 3 Turn the camera off when pixel mapping is complete. D Pixel Mapping - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 727
Image Comment G button U B setup menu Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or subsequent photographs. D Photo Info Comments can be viewed on the shooting data page in the photo information display. Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu 681 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 728
Copyright Information G button U B setup menu Add copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information can be viewed as [Copyright] and press 2 to display a text-entry dialog. For information on text entry, see "Text Entry" (0 61). 682 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 729
names, make sure that [Attach copyright information] is not selected before lending or transferring the camera to another person. You will also need to make sure that the artist and copyright fields are blank. • Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 730
Setting a2 [AF-S priority selection], if AF-C is selected for autofocus mode, or if AF-A is selected and the camera focuses using AF-C - The touch screen is used - The shutter-release button is pressed with a write-protected memory card inserted in the camera 684 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 731
enabling it for other purposes. • Note that regardless of the option selected, a beep will not sound when the camera focuses during movie recording or in quiet-shutter release modes (modes Q and QC) or when [On] is selected for [Silent live view photography]. Volume Adjust beep volume. Pitch Choose - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 732
mode only. Full-Frame Playback Flicks Choose whether the next image in full-frame playback is displayed by flicking left or by flicking right. Option S [LeftURight] T [LeftVRight] Description Flick left to display the next picture. Flick right to display the next picture. HDMI G button - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 733
Location Data G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for use when the camera is connected to a device that provides location for the period specified using Custom Setting c2 [Standby timer]. The drain on the battery is reduced. [Position] View the location data supplied by the GPS receiver or - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 734
Wireless Remote (WR) Options G button U B setup menu Adjust status LED and link mode settings for optional WR-R10 wireless remote controllers. You can also choose a link mode for connection to optional radio-controlled flash units that support Advanced Wireless Lighting. D The WR-R10 Wireless Remote - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 735
support Advanced Wireless Lighting. Be sure that the same mode is selected for the other devices. Option [Pairing] Description The camera connects only to devices with which it has previously been paired. Press the pairing button to a large number of devices. Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu 689 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 736
of remote devices. • If there are multiple cameras present that share the same PIN, the flash units will be under the sole control of cameras will blink). • Regardless of the option selected for [Link mode], signals from paired wireless remote controllers will always be received by the WR-R10. Users - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 737
D [AE lock (Reset on release)] C [AE lock only] B [AE/AF lock] r [FV lock] Option h [c Disable/enable] q [Preview] % [Preview (Lv max. aperture)] 4 [+ NEF (RAW)] a [Live view] * [None] * Performs the same function as the camera a button. Airplane Mode G button U B setup menu Select - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 738
Connect to Smart Device G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for connection to a smart device. Pairing (Bluetooth) Pair with or connect to smart devices using Bluetooth. Option Description [Start pairing] Pair the camera with a smart device (0 415). [Paired devices] List paired smart - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 739
taken during filming will not be uploaded automatically. Photos taken during filming must be selected for upload manually. [Manual select to send] Mark selected pictures for upload to a smart device. [Deselect all] Remove transfer marking from all images. Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu 693 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 740
will be displayed. To connect, select the camera SSID and enter the password on the smart device (0 406). • Once a connection is established, this option will change to [Close Wi-Fi connection]. • Select [Close Wi-Fi connection] to end the connection when desired. 694 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 741
manually. [Current settings] View current Wi-Fi settings. [Reset connection settings] Select [Yes] to reset Wi-Fi settings to default values. ❚❚ Send While Off If [On] is selected, upload of images to smart devices connected via Bluetooth will continue even when the camera is off. Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 742
Connect to PC G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for connection to computers using the camera's built-in Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi Connection Select [Enable] to connect using the settings the profile can be changed. To change the password, highlight [On] and press 2. 696 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 743
connection to the camera. • [SSID]: Enter the camera SSID. • [Channel]: Select [Auto] for automatic channel selection or [Manual] to choose the channel manually. • [ automatic IP addressing. • Select [Disable] manually to enter the IP address ([Address]) and sub-net mask ([Mask]). Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 744
to the memory card; be sure a memory card is inserted in the camera. • Movies, together with any photos taken during filming, are not uploaded ). ❚❚ Delete After Send Select [Yes] to delete photographs from the camera memory card automatically once upload is complete. • Files marked for transfer - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 745
whether to upload both the NEF (RAW) and JPEG files or only the JPEG copy. ❚❚ Deselect All? Select [Yes] to remove transfer marking from all images. Upload of images with a "sending" icon will immediately be terminated. MAC Address Display the MAC address. Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu 699 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 746
], [Network settings], and [Options], see the manual provided with the WT-7. Wireless Transmitter Select [Use] to enable WT-7 when it is connected to the camera. Conformity Marking G button U B setup menu View some of the standards with which the camera complies. 700 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 747
Info View information on the battery currently inserted in the camera. G button U B setup menu Option [Charge] [No. of shots] [Battery age] Description The current battery level expressed as a percentage. The number of times the battery has been used to release the shutter since it was last - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 748
in the camera. Option a [Release locked] b [Enable release] Description The shutter cannot be released when no memory card is inserted. The shutter can be released with no memory card inserted. No pictures will be recorded; during playback, the camera displays "Demo". 702 Menu Guide > B The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 749
among cameras of the same model. • If two memory cards are inserted, the settings will be saved to the card in Slot 1. • The following settings are saved: Settings that can be saved and loaded [Playback display options] [Image review] PLAYBACK MENU [After delete] [Rotate tall] Menu Guide > B The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 750
card in Slot 2] [Image area] [Image quality] [Image size] [NEF (RAW) recording] [ISO sensitivity settings] [White balance] [Set Picture Control] (Custom Picture Controls are saved as [ ] [Flash control] [Auto bracketing] [Silent live view photography] 704 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 751
] [Image area] [Frame size/frame rate] [Movie quality] [Movie file type] [ISO sensitivity settings] [White balance] [Set Picture Control] (Custom Picture Controls are [Timecode] (excepting [Timecode origin]) CUSTOM SETTING MENU All Custom Settings Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu 705 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 752
display] [Non-CPU lens data] [Clean image sensor] [Image comment] SETUP MENU [Copyright information] [Beep options] [Touch controls] [HDMI] [Location data] (excepting [Position]) [Wireless remote (WR) options] [Assign remote (WR) Fn button] [Slot empty release lock] 706 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 753
and settings will not be saved. Saved settings can only be used with other cameras of the same model. Load Menu Settings Load saved settings from the memory card. "***" is an identifier that varies from camera to camera. The camera will not be able to load settings if the file name is - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 754
Reset All Settings G button U B setup menu Reset all settings except [Language] and [Time zone and date] to their default values. Copyright menu before performing a reset. Firmware Version G button U B setup menu View the current camera firmware version. 708 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 755
camera menus. The items in the retouch menu are used to trim or retouch existing pictures. • The retouch menu is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera . • Retouched copies are saved to new files, separate from the original pictures o [Image overlay] - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 756
screen, press and hold the X (T) button. • Press J to select the highlighted picture. 3 Select retouch options. • For more information, see the section for the selected item. • To exit without creating a retouched copy, press G. The retouch menu will be displayed. 710 Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 757
Image To create a retouched copy of the current image, press i and select [Retouch]. D Retouch • The camera may not be able to display or retouch images that were taken or retouched using other cameras be applied to the current image are grayed out and unavailable. Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu 711 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 758
recorded to the same memory card at image quality settings of NEF + JPEG, only the NEF (RAW) image will be retouched. D Image Size Except in the case of copies created with [NEF (RAW) processing], [Trim], and [Resize], copies are the same size as the original. 712 Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 759
) Processing: Creating JPEG Copies of NEF (RAW) Images Without a Computer G button U N retouch menu "NEF (RAW) processing" is used to save NEF (RAW) photos in other formats, such as JPEG. JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photos can be created on the camera as described below. 1 Select [NEF (RAW) processing - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 760
2. • [Choose destination] is not available when only one memory card is inserted. Proceed to Step 3. • Press 1 or 3 to highlight a card slot and press J. 714 Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 761
can be selected. Create JPEG copies of all the NEF (RAW) images taken on selected dates. Create JPEG copies of all the NEF (RAW) images in a selected folder. If you chose [Select image(s)], proceed to Step 5. 4 Select the source slot. • Highlight the slot with the card containing the NEF (RAW - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 762
are indicated by a L icon. To deselect the current picture, press the W (Y) button again; the L will no longer be displayed. All images will be processed using the same settings. • Press J to save changes. If you chose [Select date]: • Highlight dates using the multi selector and press 2 to select - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 763
quality (0 134) 2 Image size (0 137) 3 White balance (0 195) 4 Exposure compensation (0 175) 5 Set Picture Control (0 243) 6 High ISO NR (0 557) 7 Color space (0 554) 8 Vignette control (0 558) 9 Active D-Lighting (0 254) 10 Diffraction compensation (0 559) Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu 717 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 764
• To exit without copying the photographs, press the G button. D NEF (RAW) Processing • NEF (RAW) processing is available only with NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. Images in other formats and NEF (RAW) images taken with other cameras or Camera Control Pro 2 cannot be selected. • [Exposure - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 765
Trim G button U N retouch menu Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selector. To create a cropped copy Press J to save the current crop as a separate file. D Cropped Images • Depending on the size of the cropped copy, playback zoom may not be available when cropped copies are - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 766
. If two memory cards are inserted, you can choose the card used to store the resized copies. Resizing Multiple Images If you accessed the retouch menu via the G button, you can resize multiple selected images. 1 Select [Resize] in the retouch menu. Highlight [Resize] and press 2. 720 Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 767
pressing 2. • [Choose destination] is not available when only one memory card is inserted. Proceed to Step 3. • Press 1 or 3 to highlight a card slot and press J. Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu 721 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 768
3 Choose a size. • Highlight [Choose size] and press 2. • Highlight the desired size (length in pixels) using 1 and 3 and press J. 722 Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 769
dates. Resize all the images in a selected folder. If you chose [Select image(s)], proceed to Step 6. 5 Select the source slot. • Highlight the slot with the card containing the images and press 2. • You will not be prompted to select the slot if only one memory card is inserted. Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 770
the multi selector. • To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button. • To select the highlighted image, press the W (Y) button. Selected pictures are marked by a 8 icon. To deselect the highlighted picture, press the W (Y) button again; the 8 icon will no longer be - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 771
in Step 3. • Press J to proceed after selecting the desired dates. If you chose [Select folder]: • Highlight a folder and press J to select; all images in the selected folder will be copied at the size selected in not be available when resized copies are displayed. Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu 725 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 772
. It is ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After The edit display shows before and after images. • Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. • Press J to save the retouched copy. 726 Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 773
and contrast. The camera uses D-Lighting to brighten shadows and enhance contrast and color saturation (vividness). • Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. • Press J to save the retouched copy. Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 774
be detected by the camera will not be corrected. • Press J to save the retouched copy. D Red-Eye Correction • Note the following: - Red-eye correction may not always produce the expected results. - In very rare circumstances, red-eye correction may be applied to portions of the image that are not - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 775
Straighten G button U N retouch menu Rotate pictures by up to ±5° in increments of approximately 0.25°. • The effect can be previewed in the edit display. • The greater the rotation, the more will be - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 776
distortion in pictures taken with wideangle lenses or pin-cushion distortion in pictures taken with telephoto lenses. Select [Auto] to let the camera correct distortion automatically and then make fine adjustments using the multi selector. Select [Manual] to reduce distortion manually. • The effect - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 777
distortion control] option in the photo shooting menu. Manual distortion control cannot be further applied to copies created using [Manual]. • Press 4 to reduce pincushion distortion, 2 from photographs taken with DX lenses at image areas other than [DX (24×16)]. Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu 731 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 778
Perspective Control G button U N retouch menu Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective in photos taken looking up from the base of a . • Use the multi selector (1, 3, 4, or 2) to adjust perspective. • Press J to save the retouched copy. Before After 732 Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 779
Monochrome G button U N retouch menu Copy photographs in monochrome. [Monochrome] gives you a choice of the following monochrome tints: Option Description increase, 3 to decrease. The changes are reflected in the preview. • Press J to save the retouched copy. Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu 733 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 780
Image Overlay G button U N retouch menu Image overlay combines existing photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals. One NEF (RAW) image can be overlaid on another using additive blending ([Add]), or multiple images can be combined using [Lighten] or [Darken] - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 781
view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button. 4 Select the first image. Press J to select the highlighted photograph and return to the preview display; the selected image will appear as [Image 1]. 5 Select the second image. Press 2 and select [Image 2], then select the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 782
6 Adjust gain. • The overlay of [Image 1] and [Image 2] can be previewed in the "Preview" column. Highlight [Image 1] or [Image 2] and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to adjust gain. or adjust gain, press W (Y). You will be returned to Step 6. 736 Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 783
has the same photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter speed, aperture, shooting mode, exposure compensation, focal length, and image orientation) and values for white balance and Picture Control as the photograph selected for [Image 1]. Copyright information, however, is not copied - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 784
After selecting [Image overlay] in the retouch menu, highlight either [Lighten] or [Darken] and press 2. • Lighten: The camera compares the pixels in each picture and uses only the brightest. • Darken: The camera compares the pixels in each picture and uses only the darkest. 738 Menu Guide > N The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 785
all images between them. [Select folder] The overlay will include all pictures in the selected folder. 3 Select the source slot. • Highlight the slot with the card containing the pictures and press 2. • You will not be prompted to select the slot if only one memory card is inserted. Menu Guide - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 786
the multi selector. • To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button. • To select the highlighted image, press the W (Y) button. Selected pictures are marked by a $ icon. To deselect the highlighted picture, press the W (Y) button again; the $ icon will no longer be - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 787
If you chose [Select consecutive images]: • All pictures in a range chosen using the multi selector will be combined using the option selected in Step 1. - Use the W (Y) button to select the first and last pictures in the desired range. - The first and last pictures are indicated by % icons and the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 788
created with this camera. Pictures created with other cameras cannot be selected. • The overlay will include only pictures created with the same options selected for: - [Image area] > [Choose image area] - [Image size] • Overlays that include pictures taken at different image quality settings will - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 789
Trim Movie G button U N retouch menu Create a copy from which unwanted footage has been removed (0 271). Menu Guide > N The Retouch Menu 743 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 790
OMY MENU/mRECENT SETTINGS To view [MY MENU], select the O tab in the camera menus. 744 Menu Guide > O MY MENU/m RECENT SETTINGS - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 791
the name of the menu containing the item you wish to add and press 2. 3 Select an item. Highlight the desired menu item and press J. Menu Guide > O MY MENU/m RECENT SETTINGS 745 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 792
currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark (L). • Items indicated by a V icon cannot be selected. • Repeat Steps 1-4 to select additional items. 746 Menu Guide > O MY MENU/m RECENT SETTINGS - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 793
to remove the selected items. D Removing Items While in My Menu Items can also be removed by highlighting them in [O MY MENU] and pressing the O (Q) button; a confirmation dialog will be displayed. Press O (Q) again to remove the selected item. Menu - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 794
1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press J. • Repeat Steps 2-3 to reposition additional items. 4 Exit to [O MY MENU]. Press the G button to return to [O MY MENU]. 748 Menu Guide > O MY MENU/m RECENT SETTINGS - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 795
SETTINGS]. • Highlight [m RECENT SETTINGS] in the [Choose tab] menu and press J. • The name of the menu will change from [MY MENU] to [RECENT SETTINGS]. Menu Guide > O MY MENU/m RECENT SETTINGS 749 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 796
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 remove the selected item. D Displaying My Highlight [O MY MENU] and press J to view My Menu. 750 Menu Guide > O MY MENU/m RECENT SETTINGS - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 797
Troubleshooting Before Contacting Customer Support You may be able to resolve any issues with the camera by following the steps below. Check this list before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. 1 STEP Check the common problems listed in the following sections: • - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 798
unavailable, try restoring default settings using the [Reset all settings] item in the setup menu. • Note, however, that wireless network profiles, copyright information, and other user-generated entries will also be reset. Once reset, settings cannot be restored. 752 Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 799
control to bring the subject into clear focus in the viewfinder. • If necessary, viewfinder focus can be further adjusted using optional corrective lenses. ˔ The viewfinder is dark: Is the battery charged? The viewfinder may dim if the battery is exhausted or not inserted. Troubleshooting 753 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 800
may turn red when a focus point is highlighted, but this is normal for this type of viewfinder and does not indicate a malfunction. Shooting ˔ The camera takes time to turn on: More time will be needed to find files if the memory card contains large numbers of files or folders. 754 Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 801
[Release locked] selected for [Slot empty release lock] in the setup menu? ˔ The camera is slow to respond to the shutter-release button: Select [Off] for Custom Setting d4 [Exposure delay mode]. ˔ Burst shooting is unavailable: Burst shooting cannot be used in conjunction with HDR. Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 802
sync, choose [1/200 s (Auto FP)] for a full range of shutter speeds. ˔ Focus does not lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway: If AF-C is selected for autofocus mode or AF-A is selected and the camera is shooting using AF-C, focus can be locked using the A button. 756 Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 803
Has the standby timer expired? To enable focus-point selection, press the shutter-release button halfway. ˔ Image size cannot be changed: [Image quality] set to [NEF (RAW)]. ˔ The camera is slow to record photos: Is [On] selected for [Long exposure NR] in the photo shooting menu? Troubleshooting 757 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 804
, adjust settings such as ISO sensitivity, shutter speed, or Active D-Lighting. • At high ISO sensitivities, noise may become more noticeable in long exposures or in pictures recorded when the camera temperature is elevated. 758 Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 805
The camera has been used in continuous release modes for extended periods • If the camera is running hot and live view does not start, wait for the internal circuits to cool and then try again. Note that the camera may feel warm to the touch, but this does not indicate a malfunction. Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 806
camera cannot measure a value for preset manual white balance: The subject is too dark or too bright. ˔ Certain pictures cannot be selected as sources for preset white balance: Pictures created with cameras of other types cannot serve as sources for preset manual white balance. 760 Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 807
HDR modes. ˔ The effects of [Set Picture Control] differ from image to image: [Auto] is selected for [Set Picture Control] or as the basis for a custom Picture Control created using [Manage Picture Microphone off] selected for [Microphone sensitivity] in the movie shooting menu? Troubleshooting 761 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 808
menu? • Auto image rotation is not available during image review. • Camera orientation may not be correctly recorded in photos taken with the camera pointing up or down. ˔ Pictures cannot be deleted: Are the pictures protected? ˔ Pictures cannot be retouched: • The pictures cannot be further edited - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 809
images using Capture NX-D or ViewNX-i. ˔ Pictures cannot be copied to a computer: Depending on the operating system, you may be unable to upload pictures when the camera is connected to a computer. Copy pictures from the memory card to a computer using a card reader or other device. Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 810
tablets, and computers. Miscellaneous ˔ The date of recording is not correct: Is the camera clock set correctly? The clock is less of settings. • The [Battery info] item in the setup menu is not available when camera is powered by an optional power connector and AC adapter. 764 Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 811
Viewfinder Problem/ Nikon- authorized service representative. • Battery level is extremely low; charge battery. Battery cannot supply data to camera. Replace third-party batteries with genuine Nikon batteries. High battery temperature. Remove battery and wait for it to cool. Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 812
value will be displayed if maximum aperture is specified. - F H Camera unable to focus using autofocus. (flashes) Change composition or focus manually. A (flashes) A (flashes) A (Bulb) selected in mode S. • Change shutter speed. • Select mode M. % (flashes) % (flashes) % (Time) selected in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 813
Viewfinder Problem/solution Subject too bright; limits of camera exposure metering system exceeded. • Lower ISO sensitivity. • Mode P: Use third-party ND (neutral density) filter (filter can also be used if alert is still displayed after following settings are adjusted in mode S or A). • Mode - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 814
. Copy pictures you wish to keep to computer or other device before proceeding. • Insert new memory card. O (flashes) O (flashes) Camera malfunction. Press shutter-release button again. If error persists or appears frequently, consult Nikonauthorized service representative. 768 Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 815
memory card. • Check that camera supports memory card. • If error persists after card has been repeatedly ejected and reinserted, card may be damaged. Contact retailer or W, Nikon-authorized service representative. R Unable to create new folder. (flashes) • Delete pictures from memory card until - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 816
Alert Monitor Control panel Problem/solution Memory card is locked. Slide lock to "write" position. W, Memory wait. The camera is too hot. It cannot be used Camera's internal temperature is - elevated. Suspend shooting until camera has cooled. until it cools. Please wait. 770 Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 817
overwrite images using computer - applications. File is corrupt. Do not overwrite images using computer applications. Cannot select this file. Selected picture cannot be retouched. - Retouch options are available only with pictures taken with or previously retouched on camera. Troubleshooting - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 818
Control panel Problem/solution This movie cannot be edited. Selected movie cannot be edited. • Movies created with other devices cannot - be edited. • Movies under two seconds long cannot be edited. This file cannot be saved to the destination memory card. See the camera's user's manual for - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 819
Technical Notes Camera Displays For illustrative purposes, the displays are shown with all indicators lit. The Viewfinder 1 2 3 10 9 8 4 7 5 6 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Technical Notes 773 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 820
Shutter speed (0 110, 113) Autofocus mode (0 140) 16 Aperture (f-number; 0 111, 113) Aperture (number of stops; 0 112, 795) 17 HDR indicator (0 256) 18 Exposure/flash bracketing indicator (0 226) WB bracketing indicator (0 232) ADL bracketing indicator (0 238) 19 Low battery warning (0 33) 20 ISO - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 821
in "tall" (portrait) orientation. 4 Functions as a pitch indicator when camera is rotated to take pictures in "tall" (portrait) orientation. 5 Displayed in j mode or when the [Monochrome] Picture Control or a Picture Control based on [Monochrome] is selected. 6 Displayed when an optional flash - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 822
10 13 11 12 1 Shooting mode (0 107) 2 Flexible program indicator (0 109) 3 User setting mode (0 115) 4 Flash sync HDR indicator (0 256) Multiple exposure indicator (0 287) 9 "k" (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures; 0 34) 10 Number of exposures remaining (0 34, 861) PC mode - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 823
11 Exposure indicator Exposure (0 114) Exposure compensation (0 175) Exposure/flash bracketing (0 226) WB bracketing (0 232) ADL bracketing (0 238) 12 ISO sensitivity (0 187) 13 ISO sensitivity indicator (0 187) Auto ISO sensitivity indicator (0 190) 14 FV lock indicator (0 471) 15 Autoexposure (AE - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 824
) 5 Electronic front-curtain shutter (0 609) 11 12 6 Exposure delay mode (0 608) 7 Interval timer indicator (0 298) t ("clock not set") indicator (0 779) 8 Flash control mode (0 463) 9 "Beep" indicator (0 684) 10 Battery indicator (0 33) 11 i menu display area (0 63) 12 Guide 778 Technical Notes - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 825
the camera clock has been reset. The date and time recorded with new photographs will not be correct; use the [Time zone and date] > [Date and time] option in the setup menu to set the clock to the correct time and date. A Using the i Menu To access the i menu, press the i button or tap the guide in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 826
timer indicator (0 298) t("clock not set") indicator (0 779) 8 Autofocus mode (0 142) 9 AF-area mode (0 150) 10 Active D-Lighting (0 254) 11 Picture Control (0 243) 12 Location data indicator (0 687) 13 White balance (0 195) 14 Image quality (0 134) "No memory card" indicator (0 28) 780 Technical - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 827
Image size (0 137) 17 Negative film digitizer exposure adjustment (0 343) 18 i icon (0 63) 19 Exposure and flash bracketing indicator (0 226) WB bracketing indicator (0 232) ADL bracketing indicator (0 238) HDR 22 Bluetooth connection indicator (0 692) Airplane mode (0 691) 23 Flash-ready indicator * - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 828
112, 795) 33 Shutter speed (0 110, 113) 34 Flash sync indicator (0 619) 35 Focus indicator (0 164) 36 FV lock indicator (0 471) 37 Metering (0 166) 38 Autoexposure (AE) lock (0 173) 39 Battery indicator (0 33) 40 Maximum aperture indicator (0 628) 41 Flicker detection (0 561) 42 Silent photography - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 829
control (0 397) N-Log indicator (0 397) 3 Frame size and rate/image quality (0 264) 4 Time remaining (0 45) 5 Time code (0 584) 6 File name (0 550) 9 7 Wind noise reduction (0 583) 8 Headphone volume (0 583) 9 Release mode (still photography; 0 50) 10 Sound level (0 45) 11 Microphone sensitivity - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 830
appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures; 0 34) 7 Number of exposures remaining (0 34, 861) PC mode indicator (0 819) 8 ISO sensitivity (0 187) Autofocus mode (0 140) 9 Battery indicator (0 33) 10 Metering (0 166) 11 ISO sensitivity indicator (0 187) Auto ISO sensitivity indicator (0 190 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 831
12 34 10 5 9 6 7 8 1 Bluetooth connection indicator (0 692) 2 Wi-Fi connection indicator (0 696) 3 Color temperature (0 204) 4 Multiple exposure indicator (0 287) 5 Flash compensation indicator (0 469) 6 Exposure compensation indicator (0 175) 7 B ("clock not set") indicator (0 32) 8 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 832
grant access to a full range of camera features, are particularly recommended. CPU Lenses Lens 1/accessory Type G, E, or Micro 85mm f/2.8D 6, 7 AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter 9 Other AF NIKKOR (except lenses for F3AF) AI-P NIKKOR Shooting mode Metering Autofocus 2 P S L A M 3DRGB RGB M N t 4 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 833
1 IX-NIKKOR lenses cannot be used. 2 M (manual focus) is available with all lenses. 3 Vibration reduction (VR) is supported with VR lenses. 4 [Spot metering] meters the selected focus point. 5 Cannot be used with shifting or tilting. 6 Fog, lines, and other image artifacts ("noise") may appear in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 834
the lens name, for example as "f/2.8" or "f/3.5-5.6". D VR Lenses The lenses listed below are not recommended for long exposures or photographs taken at VR • AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED • AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II • AF - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 835
D Calculating Angle of View The camera can be used with Nikon lenses for 35 mm format cameras. If a 35 mm format lens or a lens that supports the FX format is attached, the angle of view will be the same as a frame of 35 mm film. • You can also take pictures at angles of view that differ from - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 836
in viewfinder photography when an AF-S/AF-I teleconverter is attached. Note that the camera may be unable to focus on dark or low-contrast subjects if the combined aperture is slower than f/5.6. Teleconverter Max. lens aperture Focus points f/4 or faster TC-14E, TC-14E II, TC-14E III - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 837
forAF-area mode. 2 Autofocus not available. 3 Focus data for focus points other than the center focus point are Lenses CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts (q). Type G lenses are marked with a "G", type E lenses with an "E", and type D lenses with a "D". Type G and E lenses - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 838
-6 Bellows Focusing Attachment 9 - 47 - - 4 - - 43 - 44 45 - - 4 10 - - 4 - Auto extension rings (PK-series 11A, 12, or 13; PN-11) - 43 - - 4 - 1 Some lenses cannot be used (0 794). 2 The range of rotation for the AI 80-200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is limited by the camera body. Filters cannot - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 839
35-105mm f/3.5-4.5, AI 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5, or AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8D lenses. 9 Requires a PK-12 or PK-13 auto extension ring. A PB-6D may be required depending on camera orientation. 10 Can be used with stop-down metering; in mode A, stop aperture down using the controls on the bellows attachment and - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 840
cannot be used. Attempting to mount them on the camera could damage the camera or lens. • TC-16A AF teleconverters • Non-AI lenses (lenses with pre-AI exposure couplings) • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8, 1200mm f/11) • Fisheye (6mm f/5.6, 7.5mm - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 841
the features available with CPU lenses, including aperture value display and color matrix metering, to be used with non-CPU lenses. If the focal length and provided using [Non-CPU lens data], the aperture displays in the camera control panel and viewfinder will show the number of stops from maximum - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 842
Teleconverter Other AF NIKKOR (except lenses for F3AF) AI-P NIKKOR focused at the minimum distance at maximum zoom, the in-focus indicator may be displayed when the image on the matte screen in the viewfinder is not in focus. Adjust focus manually until the image in the viewfinder is in focus - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 843
and Other Accessories Lens/accessory AI-, AI-modified NIKKOR or Nikon Series E lenses Medical-NIKKOR 120mm f/4 Reflex-NIKKOR PC-NIKKOR AI-type Teleconverter PB-6 Bellows Focusing Attachment Auto extension rings (PK-series 11A, 12, or 13; PN-11) Viewfinder photography 4 1 4 - 4 2 4 3 4 3 4 3 Live - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 844
Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Nikon's advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) supports a variety of features thanks to improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units. ❚❚ Features Available with CLS-Compatible Flash Units Flash unit Supported priority manual M Manual 4 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 845
SB-700 SB-910/ SB-900/ SB-800 SB-5000 Master Optical Advanced Wireless Lighting Supported features Flash unit Remote flash control 4 4 4 - 4 4 4 - - 4 - 4 - - 45 - - - qA Auto aperture 4 4 A Non-TTL auto M Manual 4 4 4 - 44 - - - - RPT Repeating flash i-TTL i-TTL 4 4 ------- 4 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 846
600 SB-700 SB-910/ SB-900/ SB-800 SB-5000 Supported features Flash unit Radio-controlled Advanced 4 7 Wireless Lighting - ------- eye reduction 4 4 4 4 4 -- 4 - Camera modeling illumination Unified flash control 4 4 4 4 4 4 4-- 4 - -- 4 -- 4 4 Camera flash unit firmware 4 update 4 10 4 - - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 847
camera menus. 5 Available during close-up photography only. 6 Choice of qA and A depends on the option selected with the master flash. 7 Supports -control modes. 9 Available only in i-TTL flash control mode or when the flash is configured to emit monitor preflashes in qA or A flash control mode. 10 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 848
auto (A) and manual modes. The options available do not vary with the lens used. Flash unit Supported features A Non-TTL auto M Manual G Repeating an SB-27 on the camera automatically sets the flash mode to TTL, but setting the flash mode to TTL disables the shutter release. Set the SB-27 to A. - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 849
with optional flash units are as follows: Picture taken with Stand-alone flash unit Flash control mode i-TTL Auto aperture (qA) Metered area the flash unit manual for detailed instructions. • If the unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. This camera is not - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 850
the distance between the camera and the battery pack. • During viewfinder photography, the SB-5000, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SU-800 provide AF-assist illumination as required. • The SB-5000 supports AF-assist illumination with 24-135 mm AF lenses. During viewfinder photography, AF - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 851
is available • The SB-800, SB-600, and SU-800 support AF-assist illumination with 24-105 mm AF lenses. During viewfinder photography, AF-assist illumination is available with the focus points highlighted in the illustration. Focus points for which AF-assist illumination is available Focal length - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 852
displayed when the subject is not in focus, or the camera may be unable to focus and the shutter release will be disabled. • When an SC-series 17, 28, or 29 sync cable is used for off-camera flash photography, correct exposure may not be achieved in i-TTL mode. We recommend that you select standard - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 853
A Modeling Illumination • Optional CLS-compatible flash units emit a modeling flash when the camera Pv button is pressed. • This feature can be used with Advanced Wireless Lighting to preview the total lighting effect achieved with multiple flash units. • Modeling illumination can - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 854
A variety of accessories are available for your Nikon camera. ˔ Power Sources • EN-EL15b Rechargeable Li-ion Battery: EN-EL15b batteries can be used with Nikon D780 digital cameras. - EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 batteries can also be used. Note, however, that fewer pictures may sometimes be taken on a single - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 855
Body Caps BF-1B Body Cap/BF-1A Body Cap: Body caps prevent dust entering the camera when no lens is in place. ˔ Viewfinder Eyepiece Accessories • DK-20C Eyepiece Correction Lenses: Lenses viewfinder for greater precision during focusing. • DK-22 Eyepiece image in the viewfinder to be viewed - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 856
filter manual for details. • Filters intended for special-effects photography may interfere with autofocus or the electronic rangefinder. ˔ Wireless Transmitters WT-7 Wireless Transmitter *: Use the WT-7 to upload pictures over a wireless network or control the camera from a computer running Camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 857
For synchronized release involving more than one camera, ready multiple cameras with paired WR camera accessory terminal, a WR-T10 or a second WR-1 configured as a transmitter can be used to take pictures remotely. Camera Nikon website for your area. Consult a Nikon-authorized service representative - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 858
Adapter: The ES-2 film digitizing adapter is used to fix 35 mm film in place so it can be photographed. It can be used with Nikon lenses mounted on Nikon SLR cameras. For information on compatible lenses, see the manual for the ES-2. 812 Technical Notes - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 859
be connected to the accessory terminal. • WR-R10 Wireless Remote Controller • WR-1 Wireless Remote Controller • MC-DC2 Remote Cord Close the camera connector cover when the terminal is not in use. Foreign matter in the connector could cause malfunction. D Compatible Accessories • Availability may - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 860
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. 1 Open the battery- chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5B power connector. • Be sure to insert the connector in the correct orientation. • Using the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 861
power connector cable so that it passes through the power connector slot and close the battery-chamber cover. 4 Connect the EH-5d/EH-5c/EH-5b AC adapter. • the DC socket (r). • A P icon is displayed in the monitor when the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector. Technical Notes 815 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 862
, EN-EL15b rechargeable Li-ion batteries will charge while the camera is connected to an optional EH-7P charging AC adapter. • Charging AC adapters cannot be used to charge EN-EL15a/ EN-EL15 batteries. Use the MH-25a battery charger instead. • An exhausted battery will fully charge in about two - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 863
. • The charge lamp lights amber while charging is in progress. The charge lamp turns off when charing is complete. • The battery will not charge while the camera is on. • Note that although the camera can be used while connected, the camera will not draw power from the charging AC adapter while the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 864
charging is complete. Disconnect the charging AC adapter from the camera. D The Charging AC Adapter If the battery cannot be charged using the charging AC adapter, for example because the battery is not compatible or the temperature of the camera is elevated, the charge lamp will flash rapidly for - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 865
be used in combination with other Nikon imaging applications to help you get the most from your pictures. It also offers smooth access to online services. * Existing users should be sure to download the latest version, as earlier versions may not support the camera. • Capture NX-D: Fine-tune photos - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 866
Transmitter Utility: The Wireless Transmitter Utility is required if the camera is to be connected to a network. Pair the camera with the computer and download pictures via Wi-Fi. Nikon computer software is available from the Nikon Download Center. Check the version and system requirements and be - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 867
will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery. Before removing the battery, confirm that the camera is off. Do not store the camera in locations that: • are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60% • are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 868
. The procedures are detailed below. • Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. ❚❚ Camera body Use a blower to remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off sand or salt with a cloth lightly dampened in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 869
Dirt or dust entering the camera when lenses are exchanged or the body cap is removed may adhere to the low-pass filter and affect your photographs. The "clean image sensor" option vibrates the filter to remove dust. The filter can be cleaned at any time from the menus, or cleaning can be performed - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 870
❚❚ Using the Menus • For maximum effect, hold the camera in normal orientation (base down). • Select [Clean image sensor] in the setup menu, then highlight [Clean now] and press J to begin cleaning. • Camera controls cannot be used while cleaning is in progress. Do not remove or disconnect the power - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 871
and/or Shutdown 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 D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 872
all foreign matter from the filter. Clean the filter manually (0 827) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. • If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession, image sensor cleaning may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera's internal circuitry. Cleaning can - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 873
using the "clean image sensor" option (0 823), the filter can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that because the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged, we recommend that manual cleaning be performed only by a Nikon-authorized service representative. • To prevent loss - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 874
on. 2 Highlight [Lock mirror up for cleaning] in the setup menu and press 2. The camera will prepare to lock the mirror up. 3 Press J. • The mirror will be raised viewfinder will turn off. • To restore normal operation without inspecting the low-pass filter, turn the camera off. 828 Technical Notes - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 875
• Do not use a blower-brush. The bristles could damage the filter. • Dirt that cannot be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 6 Turn the camera off and replace the lens. The mirror will return to - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 876
to replace the supplied body cap. Should you encounter foreign matter that cannot be removed using the image sensor cleaning option (0 823), clean the low-pass filter as described in "Manual Cleaning" (0 827), or have the filter cleaned by authorized Nikon service personnel. Photographs affected by - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 877
once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services). • Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally. • Any accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be included when the - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 878
for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Camera Care ˔ Do Not Drop Do not drop the camera or lens or subject them to blows. The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. ˔ Keep Dry Keep the camera dry. Rusting of the internal mechanism caused by water inside the camera can not - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 879
toward the lens, as this could damage the camera's image sensor. ˔ Cleaning When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and ˔ Cleaning the Low-Pass Filter For information on cleaning the low-pass filter, see "The Low-Pass Filter" (0 823) and "Manual Cleaning" (0 827). ˔ The - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 880
to deteriorate. Store the battery in a cool, dry place. Note that desiccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals. To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month, insert the battery, and release the shutter a few - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 881
the camera is on could damage the product. Particular care should be taken not to remove or disconnect the power source while images are being Bright Lights and Back-Lit Subjects Noise in the form of lines may in rare cases appear in pictures that include bright lights or back-lit subjects. Technical - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 882
ambient temperature of 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F). Avoid hot or extremely cold locations. • Batteries should be charged within six months of use. During long periods of disuse, charge the battery and use the camera to run it flat once every six months before returning it to a cool location for - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 883
low temperatures. The change in capacity with temperature is reflected in the camera battery-level display. As a result, the battery display may show a drop in capacity as the temperature drops, even if the battery is fully charged. • Batteries may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 884
a warm place, ready to be exchanged as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge. ˔ Battery Level • Turning the camera on or off repeatedly when the battery is fully discharged will shorten battery life. Batteries that have been fully discharged must be charged before use - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 885
during charging. Failure to observe this precaution could in very rare instances result in the camera showing that charging is complete when the battery is only partially charged. Disconnect and reconnect the adapter to begin charging again. • Do not short the adapter terminals. Failure to observe - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 886
Specifications Nikon D780 Digital Camera Type Type Lens mount Effective angle of view Single-lens reflex digital camera Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Nikon FX format Effective pixels Effective pixels 24.5 million Image sensor Type Total pixels Dustreduction system 35.9 × - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 887
area: - 4016 × 4016 (Large: 16.1 M) - 3008 × 3008 (Medium: 9.0 M) - 2000 × 2000 (Small: 4.0 M) • 16:9 (36×20) image area: - 6048 × 3400 (Large: 20.6 M) - 4528 × 2544 (Medium: 11.5 M) - 3024 × 1696 (Small: 5.1 M) • Photographs taken while filming movies at a frame size of 3840 × 2160: 3840 × 2160 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 888
SDXC memory cards The card in Slot 2 can be used for overflow or backup storage or for separate storage of NEF (RAW) and JPEG images; pictures can be copied between cards. DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31 Viewfinder Viewfinder Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder Frame coverage • FX: Approx. 100 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 889
Reflex mirror Quick return Depth-of-field preview Pressing Pv button stops lens aperture down to value selected by user (A and M modes) or by camera (P and S modes) Lens aperture Instant return, electronically controlled Lens Compatible lenses • Types G, E, and D (some restrictions apply to PC - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 890
shutter at 1/200 s or slower • Auto FP high-speed sync supported Release S (single frame), CL (continuous low speed), CH Release mode (continuous high speed), Q (quiet shutter-release), QC (quiet continuous shutter-release), E (self-timer), MUP (mirror up) Approximate frame advance rate • CL - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 891
) pixels • Live view: TTL exposure metering performed by image sensor • Matrix: 3D color matrix metering III (type G, E, and D lenses); color matrix metering III (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data • Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 892
-priority auto, A: aperture-priority auto, M: manual • EFCT Special effects modes: j night vision; f super vivid; d pop; e photo illustration; k toy camera effect; l miniature effect; m selective color; 8 silhouette; 9 high key; ! low key • U1 and U2: user settings Exposure compensation -5 - +5 EV - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 893
sensor module with support for 51 focus points (including 15 cross-type sensors; f/8 supported by 11 sensors); autofocus fine-tuning supported • Live view: Hybrid phase-detection/contrast-detect AF performed by image sensor; autofocus fine-tuning supported • Viewfinder photography 1: −3 - +19 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 894
-area mode • Live view: Pinpoint AF (still photography only, singleservo AF/AF-S), single-point AF, dynamic-area AF (still photography only, continuous-servo AF/AF-C), widearea AF (S), wide-area AF (L), auto-area AF Focus lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 895
hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) i-TTL flash control, radio choose color temperature (2500 K-10,000 K), preset White balance manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white view Mode C (photo live view), 1 (movie live view) Technical - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 896
Movie Metering system Metering mode Frame size (pixels) and frame rate File format Video compression Audio recording format Audio recording device TTL metering using camera image sensor Matrix, center-weighted, or highlight-weighted • 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD); 30p (progressive), 25p, 24p • 1920 × 1080; - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 897
Movie Manual selection (ISO 100 to 51200; choose from step ISO sensitivity sizes of 1/3 and 1/2 EV Time-lapse movie recording, electronic vibration Other options reduction, time codes, logarithmic (N-Log) and HDR (HLG) movie output Monitor Monitor 8-cm/3.2-in., approx. 2359k-dot (XGA) tilting TFT - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 898
zoom cropping, movie playback, photo and/or movie slide shows, histogram display, highlights, photo information, location data display, picture rating, auto image rotation, and index marking Interface USB HDMI output Audio input Audio output Accessory terminal Type C USB connector (SuperSpeed USB - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 899
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth • Standards: - IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Africa, Asia, and Oceania) - IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac (Europe, U.S.A., Canada, and Mexico) - IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a (other countries in the Americas) • Operating frequency: - 2412-2462 MHz (channel 11; Africa, Asia, and Oceania) - 2412-2462 MHz ( - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 900
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth • Communication protocols: Bluetooth Specification Bluetooth Version 4.2 • Operating frequency: - Bluetooth: 2402-2480 MHz - source Battery AC adapter One EN-EL15b rechargeable Li-ion battery * * EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 batteries can also be used. Note, however, that fewer pictures may - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 901
guidelines. • All figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery. • The sample images displayed on the camera and the images and illustrations in the manuals are for expository purposes only. • Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 902
Rated input AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.23-0.12 A Rated output DC 8.4 V/1.2 A Supported batteries EN-EL15b rechargeable Li-ion batteries Charging time Approx. 2 hours and 35 minutes * Time required to charge battery at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F) when no charge remains Operating - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 903
❚❚ EN-EL15b Rechargeable Li-ion Battery: Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity 7.0 V/1900 mAh Operating temperature 0 °C-40 °C (+32 °F-104 °F) Dimensions (W× H × D) Approx. 40 × 56 × 20.5 mm (1.6 × 2.2 × 0.8 in.) Weight Approx. 80 g (2.9 oz), excluding terminal cover - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 904
use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user's responsibility. Before images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices. Before discarding the camera - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 905
File System (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • Exif version 2.31: The camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.31, a standard introduced with the goal of improving - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 906
Approved Memory Cards • The camera can be used with SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards. • UHS-I and UHS-II are supported. • Cards rated UHS Speed Class 3 or better are recommended for movie recording and playback. Slower speeds may result in recording or playback being interrupted. • When - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 907
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 64 GB 1 card at different image area, image quality, and image size settings. Actual capacity varies with shooting conditions and the type of card. Technical Notes 861 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 908
when [FX (36 × 24)] is selected for [Image area] > [Choose image area] in the photo shooting menu. • This category also includes images taken with non-DX lenses when [On] is selected for [Image area] > [Auto DX crop]. Image quality Image size File size NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, - 12 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 909
Image quality Image size Large JPEG fine 4 Medium Small Large JPEG normal 4 Medium Small Large JPEG basic 4 Medium Small File size Approx. 9.8 MB Approx. 6.7 MB Approx. 4.1 MB Approx. 6.6 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 910
capacity when [DX (24 × 16)] is selected for [Image area] > [Choose image area] in the photo shooting menu. • This category also includes images taken with DX lenses when [On] is selected for [Image area] > [Auto DX crop]. Image quality Image size File size NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, - 12 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 911
Image quality Image size Large JPEG fine 4 Medium Small Large JPEG normal 4 Medium Small Large JPEG basic 4 Medium Small File size Approx. 4.8 MB Approx. 3.5 MB Approx. 2.4 MB Approx. 3.2 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 912
2019). 2 Number of pictures that can be saved to images and buffer capacity drop accordingly. D Maximum Number of Photos per Burst The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst can be set to any amount between 1 and 100 using Custom Setting d2 [Max. continuous release - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 913
as the condition of the battery, the interval between shots, and the options selected in the camera menus. • Photographs, single-frame release mode: Approximately 2260 (CIPA standard 2) • Photographs, continuous release modes: Approximately 4570 (Nikon standard 3) • Movies: Approximately 95 minutes - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 914
memory card (SDSDXPK-032G-JNJIP - 32GB, measured in September 2019). 3 Image quality set to JPEG normal, image size set to large, shutter speed 1/250 s, focus cycled from infinity to minimum range three times after shutter-release button has been pressed halfway for 3 s; six shots are then taken in - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 915
4 Actual battery endurance as measured under conditions specified by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). Measured at 23 °C/73.4 °F (±2 °C/3.6 29 minutes 59 seconds in length. • If camera temperature rises, recording may end before maximum length or size is reached. Technical Notes 869 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 916
Trademarks and Licenses • The SD, SDHC, and SDXC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • Windows is either a registered trademark or a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Apple®, App Store®, the Apple logos, iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch®, Mac, macOS, and OS - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 917
trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple products identified - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 918
D Unicode® Character Database License (Unicode® Character Database) The software for this product uses the Unicode® Character Database License open-source software. The terms of the software license are as follows: COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE Copyright © 1991-2019 Unicode, Inc. All rights - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 919
UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 920
Kit Lens Manual Kit Lenses AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Manual This section is included as a lens manual for purchasers of the AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR lens kit. • Note that lens kits may not be available in some countries or regions. 874 AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Manual - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 921
8 Focus distance indicator 9 Focus distance mark 10 Focus ring (0 162) 11 Lens mounting mark (0 25) 12 Rubber lens-mount gasket 13 CPU contacts (0 791) 14 Focus-mode switch (0 162) 15 Vibration reduction switch (0 880) 16 Vibration reduction mode switch AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Manual - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 922
❚❚ Focus Supported focus modes are shown in the following table. Camera focus mode AF (A/S/C) MF Lens focus mode M/A M Autofocus with manual override (manual priority) Manual focus with electronic rangefinder Manual focus with electronic rangefinder For information on camera focus modes, see - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 923
photograph. If the camera offers depth-of-field preview (stop down), depth of field can be previewed in the viewfinder. • The lens uses Nikon's Internal Focusing (IF) system. Focal length decreases as the focus distance shortens. • The focus distance indicator is intended only as a guide and may not - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 924
at least 0.6 m (2 ft). • Remove lens hoods to prevent them casting shadows in pictures taken with the flash. * If the flash is partially obscured by the lens hood or the tip of the lens, shadows will appear on subjects close to the camera. 1 Shadow 2 Shadow 878 AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 925
camera D750 (FX format)/ D610 (FX format)/ D600 (FX format) D810 series (FX format)/ D800 series (FX format) D700 (FX format) D300 series/D200/D100 D90/D80/D70 series/D50 D5600/D5500/D5300/D5200/ D5100/D3300/D3200 D5000 4 in.) • 35 mm and up/no shadows AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Manual 879 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 926
vibration reduction. Vibration reduction is activated when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, reducing the effects of camera shake for improved framing and focus. OFF: Vibration reduction off. Using the Vibration Reduction Mode Switch The option selected with the vibration reduction - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 927
to stabilize before pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • When vibration reduction is active, the image in the viewfinder may jiggle after the shutter is released, but this does not indicate a malfunction. • Slide the vibration reduction mode switch to NORMAL for panning - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 928
correctly attached. • The hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens when not in use. 882 AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Manual - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 929
❚❚ Supplied Accessories • LC-77 Lens Cap (front cap) • LF-4 Lens Cap (rear cap) * • HB-53 Lens Hood • CL-1218 Flexible Lens Pouch * A different cap may be supplied with lens kits. ❚❚ Compatible Accessories • 77 mm screw-on filters AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Manual 883 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 930
35, 50, 70, 85, 120) Distance information Output to camera Zoom Manual zoom using independent zoom ring Focusing Nikon Internal Focusing (IF) System with autofocus controlled by Silent Wave Motor and separate focus ring for manual focus Vibration reduction Lens shift using voice coil motors - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 931
diameter × 103.5 mm (distance from camera lens mount flange) Weight Approx. 710 g (1 lb 9.1 oz) • Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 932
use immediately and take the lens to a Nikon-authorized service center for repair. • Use a blower to to clean the lens. • Neutral Color (NC) filters can be used to protect the front lens element. attached, do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the hood. • If the lens will not Manual - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 933
Index Symbols b (Auto mode 36 P (Programmed auto 109 S (Shutter-priority auto 110 A (Aperture-priority auto 111 M (Manual 113 EFCT (Special effects 119 U1/U2 115 j (Night vision 119 f (Super vivid 119 d (Pop 119 e (Photo illustration 119, 122 k (Toy camera effect)...........120, 123 l ( - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 934
593 Autofocus mode 77, 140 B Backup (Role played by card in Slot 2 279 Battery 22, 24 Battery charger 22 Battery info 701 Beep options 684 BKT button ..104, 226 89, 197 Choose image area 551 Choose start/end point 271 CL mode shooting speed 607 Clarity 247 Clean image sensor 673, 823 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 935
release mode 178 Contrast 247 Copy image(s 532 Copyright 682 CPU lens 786, 791 Creative Picture 111, 112 Destination 572 Detaching lenses 26 Diffraction compensation559, 578 Diopter number sequence 611 Fill flash 102, 465 Filter effects 247 Fine-tune optimal exposure......604 Firmware - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 936
849 Flat (Set Picture Control 244 Flexible program 109 Flicker reduction 561, 579 Fluorescent (White balance)........89, 196 Fn button 106 Focal plane mark 165 Focus lock 83 Focus mode 139, 162 Focus point 145, 159 Focus point options 598 Focus point wrap-around 597 Focus points used 594 - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 937
filter 823 M M (Manual focus 162 M (medium 97, 137 MAC address 699 Manage Picture Control 250 Manual (Shooting mode 113 Manual focus 162 Manual focus ring in AF mode 600 Matrix metering 100, 166, 603 Max. continuous release ..... 349, 351, 672 O OK button 635 Optical VR 617 Overflow (Role - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 938
530 Playback menu 529 Playback zoom 376 Pop (Special effect 119 Portrait (Set Picture Control) .....244 Power connector 808, 814 Predictive focus tracking 141 Preset manual (White balance).89, 197, 209 Press the shutter-release button all the way down 38 Programmed auto 109 Protect 378 Push - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 939
release mode options....... 608 T Thumbnail playback 354 Time photography 170 Time zone and date 658 Timecode 584 Time-lapse movie 315 Timer 183 Toning 247 Touch controls 358, 686 Touch screen 14 Toy camera effect (Special effect).. 120, 123 Trim 719 Trimming movies 743 Two-button reset - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 940
Wi-Fi connection ..........625, 694, 696 Wi-Fi mode 406 Wind noise reduction 583 Wireless remote (WR) options..688 Wireless transmitter 430 Wireless transmitter (WT-7)........700 Wireless Transmitter Utility.........430 WR-R10 479, 688 WT-7 453, 810 894 Index - Nikon D5300 | Reference Manual - Page 941
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DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual
En
•
Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.
•
To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read
“For Your Safety” (page xxxviii).
•
After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible
place for future reference.