Nikon D700 User Manual
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solution here. i Troubleshooting ➜ pp. 402-408 Camera behaving unexpectedly? Find the solution here. A For Your Safety Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in "For Your Safety" (pg. xviii). Digitutor Digitutor, a series of "watch and learn" manuals in movie - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 3
. Memory cards are sold separately. • D700 digital camera (pg. 3) • Body cap (pp. 36, 388) • BM-9 LCD monitor cover (pg. 21) • EN-EL3e • MH-18a quick rechargeable charger with Li-ion battery with power cable terminal cover (pg. 32) (pp. 32, 34) • AN-D700 strap (pg. 21) • EG-D100 video - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 4
used: D This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. A This icon marks notes; information that should be read before using the camera names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 5
X Introduction s Tutorial d Image Recording Options N Focus k Release Mode S ISO Sensitivity Z Exposure r White Balance J Image Enhancement l Flash Photography t Other Shooting Options I More About Playback Q Connections U Menu Guide n Technical Notes iii - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 6
. New Features Question Key phrase How do I take pictures in FX format? Image area How do I take high-quality NEF (RAW) photos? 14-bit NEF (RAW) Can I use the monitor as a viewfinder? Live view Can I control how photos are processed? Picture Controls How do I preserve details in shadows and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 7
display the menus in a different language? Can I save menu settings for use on a different D700 camera? Key phrase Auto meter off Viewfinder grid display World time LCD brightness Two-button reset Reset shooting menu Reset custom settings Self-timer delay Beep Reverse indicators Language Save/load - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 8
can I take with this card? How do I take bigger photographs? How can I get more photos on the memory card? Can I control how the camera focuses? Can I choose to ensure optimal exposure? Key phrase Number of exposures remaining Image quality and size Autofocus Focus point Release mode Shooting speed - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 9
set both shutter speed and aperture manually? Exposure mode h (manual) 121 Can I make photos photos? bracketing 131, 315 Can I create multiple copies of a photo White balance using different white balance settings delay mode 302 Can the flash be used at shutter speeds faster than 1/250 s? - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 10
may Display mode: be overexposed? highlights How do I tell where the camera focused? Display mode: focus point Can I view photos as they are taken? Image review Is there an automatic playback ("slide show") option? Slide show See page 218 220 222, 264 236 262 234 235 263 264 264 265 266 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 11
flash units What lenses can I use? Compatible lenses What AC adapters, battery packs, remote cords, and viewfinder Other accessories accessories are available for my camera? What memory cards can I use? Approved memory cards What software is available for my camera? Other accessories See - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 12
12 The Command Dials 16 Quick Start Guide 22 Tutorial 25 Camera Menus 26 Using Camera Menus 28 Help ...31 First Steps 32 Charge the Battery 32 Insert the Battery 34 Attach a Lens 36 Basic Setup 38 Insert a Memory Card 41 Formatting Memory Cards 43 Adjust Viewfinder Focus 45 Basic - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 13
Recording Options 57 Image Area 58 Image Quality 64 Image Size 69 Focus 71 Focus Mode 72 AF-Area Mode 74 Focus Point Selection 76 Focus Lock 78 Manual Focus 81 Release Mode 83 Choosing a Release Mode 84 Continuous Mode 86 Framing Pictures in the Monitor (Live View 89 Self-Timer - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 14
Balance 139 White Balance Options 140 Fine-Tuning White Balance 143 Choosing a Color Temperature 147 Preset Manual 148 Image Enhancement 159 Picture Controls 160 Creating Custom Picture Controls 168 Active D-Lighting 179 Color Space 181 Flash Photography 183 The Built-in Flash 184 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 15
Viewing Photographs on TV 255 Standard Definition Devices 255 High-Definition Devices 257 Menu Guide 259 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 260 Delete 262 Playback Folder 263 Hide Image 263 Display Mode 264 Image Review 265 After Delete 265 Rotate Tall 265 Slide Show 266 Print Set - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 16
Image Quality 274 Image Size 274 Image Area 274 JPEG Compression 275 NEF (RAW) Recording 275 White Balance 275 Set Settings 278 Live View 278 Multiple Exposure 278 Interval Timer Shooting 279 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 280 Custom Setting Bank 282 Reset Custom Settings - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 17
Button 318 f3: Multi Selector 319 f4: Photo Info/Playback 320 f5: Assign FUNC. Button 320 f6: Assign Preview Button 324 f7: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button 325 f8: Shutter Speed and Aperture Lock 326 f9: Customize Command Dials 326 f10: Release Button to Use Dial 328 f11: No Memory Card 329 xv - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 18
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 331 Format Memory Card 332 LCD Brightness 332 Clean Image Sensor 332 Lock Mirror up for Cleaning 332 Video Mode 333 HDMI 333 World Time 334 Language 334 Image Comment 335 Auto Image Rotation 336 Dust off Ref Photo 337 Battery Info 340 Wireless Transmitter - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 19
Compatible Lenses 370 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 377 Other Accessories 385 Caring for the Camera 391 Storage 391 Cleaning 391 The Low-Pass Filter 392 "Clean Now 392 "Clean at Startup/Shutdown 393 Manual Cleaning 395 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 398 Troubleshooting - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 20
For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 21
handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment. • Do not short or disassemble the battery. • Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 22
insulation be other objects could cause burns. damaged and the wires become • Using the flash close to the exposed, take the power cable to subject's eyes could cause a Nikon-authorized service temporary visual impairment. representative for inspection. Particular care should be Failure to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 23
reserves the right to change the 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 from the use of this product. • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 24
Customers means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample." The copying or reproduction use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 25
it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual. Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 26
that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction. A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 27
XIntroduction X This chapter covers information you will need to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts. Overview pg. 2 Getting to Know the Camera pg. 3 Camera Body pg. 3 The Control Panel pg. 8 The Viewfinder Display pg. 10 The Shooting Information Display pg. 12 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 28
to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from the camera, and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product. D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 29
section and X refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body 1 9 10 2 11 3 4 12 13 5 6 14 7 15 image quality/size) 11 E (exposure compensation) button 65, 70 button 128 Two-button reset button ...... 196 Two-button reset button .......196 4 Eyelet for camera - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 30
Camera Body (Continued) X 1 Built-in flash 185 8 Connector cover 240, 255 2 Flash pop-up button 185 9 HDMI mini-pin connector......257 3 M (flash mode) button 185 10 Video connector 255 Y (flash compensation) 11 USB connector 240, 245 button 190 12 DC-IN connector for 4 Flash sync - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 31
188 2 Sub-command dial 16 3 Depth-of-field preview button 115, 324 4 Fn button .........131, 135, 193, 320 5 Battery-chamber cover 34 6 Battery-chamber cover latch 34 7 Contact cover for optional MB-D10 battery pack 385 8 CPU contacts 9 Mounting index 36 10 Lens mount 82 11 Tripod socket 12 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 32
Camera Body (Continued) X 1 Viewfinder 45 8 L (protect) button 235 2 Viewfinder eyepiece 45 ? (help) button 31 3 Eyepiece shutter lever 45 9 W (thumbnail/playback 4 O (delete) button 56, 236 zoom out) button - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 33
325 4 B (AF-ON) button ..........73, 96 5 Main command dial 16 6 Multi selector 28 7 Center of multi selector 28 8 Focus selector lock 76 9 Memory card slot cover 41 10 AF-area mode selector 74 11 Memory card access lamp 42, 54 12 R (information display/quick settings display) button 12 7 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 34
114 5 Image size 70 6 Image quality 65 7 White balance fine-tuning indicator 146 8 White balance 140 9 Number of exposures remaining 47 Number of shots remaining before memory buffer fills...........87 Capture mode indicator 239 Preset white balance recording indicator 151 Manual lens number - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 35
136 Number of shots per interval 206 Maximum aperture (non-CPU lenses 212 14 Aperture stop indicator....120, 373 15 Flash compensation indicator indicator 108 19 "Clock not set" indicator .... 40, 410 20 MB-D10 battery indicator ......... 304 21 Battery indicator 46 22 Interval timer indicator - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 36
The Viewfinder Display 1 2 3 X 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 10 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 37
(displayed when 16 Number of exposures On is selected for Custom remaining 47 Setting d2; not displayed when Number of shots remaining DX format (24 × 16) is selected for Image area; pg. 58).......... 298 before memory buffer fills... 53, 87 White balance recording X 2 AF area brackets - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 38
turn off automatically if no operations are performed for about 10 seconds. A See Also For information on choosing how long the monitor stays on, see Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay, pg. 297). For information on changing the color of the lettering in the shooting information display, see - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 39
131, 135 Focal length (non-CPU lenses 212 Color temperature 147 5 Color temperature Camera battery indicator......... 46 11 MB-D10 battery type display 304 MB-D10 battery indicator......303 12 "K" (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures 47 13 Number of exposures remaining 87 Manual - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 40
timer indicator .......... 206 30 Copyright Information indicator 343 31 Image comment indicator.... 335 32 Active D-Lighting indicator ....180 Control indicator........163 38 Long exposure noise reduction indicator 277 39 Custom settings bank 282 40 Shooting menu bank 269 41 High ISO noise - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 41
The Quick Settings Display To change settings for the items listed below, press the R button in the shooting information display. Highlight items using the multi selector 277 8 Custom settings bank 282 9 Shooting menu bank 269 10 High ISO noise reduction.......278 A Viewing Button Assignments - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 42
The Command Dials The main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with other controls to adjust a variety of settings. X M button Flash mode/ Flash compensation QUAL button Image quality/ size WB button White balance ISO button ISO sensitivity Fn button Bracketing Sub-command dial - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 43
Quality and Size Press the QUAL button and rotate the command dials. Set image quality X (pg. 65) + QUAL button Main command dial Choose an image size (pg. 70) + Control panel QUAL button Sub-command dial Control panel ❚❚ ISO Sensitivity Press the ISO button and rotate the main command - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 44
button and rotate the main command dial to choose the exposure mode. X Choose the exposure mode (pg. 114) + I button Main command dial Use the command dials to adjust exposure. Choose a combination of aperture and shutter speed (exposure mode P; pg. 117) + Exposure mode e Main command dial - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 45
panel A The Fn Button Depending on the option selected for Custom Setting f5 (Assign FUNC. button, pg. 320), the Fn button and command dials can be used to adjust bracketing settings (the default option), choose the image area, lock shutter speed and aperture, select shutter speed and aperture - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 46
temperature (pg. 147), or choose a white WB button balance preset (pg. 157) + Sub-command dial Control panel ❚❚ Flash Settings Press the M button and rotate the command dials. Choose flash mode (pg. 185) + Adjust flash compensation (pg. 190) M button Main command dial + Control panel - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 47
Attaching the AN-D700 Camera Strap Attach the camera strap securely to the two eyelets on the camera body as shown below. X The BM-9 Monitor Cover A clear plastic cover is provided with the camera to keep the monitor clean and protect it when the camera is not in use. To attach the cover, insert the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 48
these steps for a quick start with your camera. X 1 Charge the battery (pg. 32). 2 Insert the battery (pg. 34). 3 Attach a lens (pg. 36). 4 Insert a memory card (pg. 41). Front 5 Turn the camera on (pg. 46). For information on choosing a language and setting the time and date, see page 38. See - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 49
6 Check camera settings (pp. 46, 49). Exposure mode Image size Image quality Battery level Number of exposures remaining X White down to take the photograph. Focus indicator 9 View the photograph (pg. 55). K button 10 Delete unwanted photos (pg. 56). Press O twice to delete the current - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 50
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how to take your first pictures and play them back. Camera Menus pg. 26 Using Camera Menus pg. 28 Help ...pg. 31 First Steps pg. 32 Charge the Battery pg. 32 Insert the Battery pg. 34 Attach a Lens pg. 36 Basic Setup pg. 38 Insert a Memory Card pg. 41 Adjust Viewfinder Focus pg. 45 Basic - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 52
Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. s G button Tabs Choose from playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, retouch, and My menus (see following page). Slider shows position in current menu. Q If "Q" icon - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 53
available: Menu Description D Playback Adjust playback settings and manage photos (pg. 260). C Shooting Adjust shooting settings (pg. 268). s A Custom Settings Personalize camera settings (pg. 280). B Setup Format memory cards and perform basic camera setup (pg. 331). N Retouch Create - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 54
Using Camera Menus ❚❚ Menu Controls The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the menus. Multi selector s Select Move cursor up highlighted item Select Cancel and return highlighted item to previous menu or display sub- menu - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 55
3 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. s 4 Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. 5 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 56
8 Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the G button. s J button Note the following points: • Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available. • While pressing 2 or the center of the multi selector generally - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 57
Help If a Q icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the L (Q) button. A description of the currently selected option or menu will be displayed while the button s is pressed. Press 1 or 3 to scroll through the display. L button 31 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 58
First Steps Charge the Battery The camera is powered by an EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion battery s (supplied). The EN-EL3e is not fully charged at shipment. To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-18a quick charger before use. About two and a quarter hours are required to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 59
3 Insert the battery. Insert the battery into the charger. The CHARGE lamp will blink while the battery charges. s 4 Remove the battery when charging is complete. Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops blinking. Remove the battery and unplug the charger. 33 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 60
cover on the bottom of the camera. 3 Insert the battery. Insert the battery as shown at right. 4 Close the battery-chamber cover. ❚❚ Removing the Battery Before removing the battery, turn the camera off. To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use. 34 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 61
and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xviii-xx and 398-401 of this manual. To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use. Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F). Charge indoors at ambient temperatures in - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 62
body, position Mounting index the lens in the camera's bayonet mount. Being careful not to press the lens-release button, rotate the lens counter-clockwise until it clicks into place. If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M switch, select A (autofocus) or M/ A (autofocus with manual - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 63
the lens clockwise. After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. D CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings In the case of CPU lenses equipped with an aperture ring (pg. 370), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). See the lens manual for details. A Lens An AF-S VR - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 64
are not set, B will blink in the monitor and the time and date recorded s with photographs will be incorrect. 1 Turn the camera on. Power switch 2 Select Language. Press G to display the camera menus, then select Language in the setup menu. For information on using menus, see "Using Camera Menus - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 65
Select World time. Select World time and press 2. 5 Set time zone. s A time-zone selection dialog will be daylight saving time is in effect in the local time zone, press 1 to highlight On and press J. 7 Set the date and time. The dialog shown at right will be displayed. Press 4 or 2 to select an - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 66
for about three months. If the B icon flashes in the control panel, the clock battery is exhausted and the clock has been reset. Set the clock to the correct time and date. A The Camera Clock The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household clocks. Check the clock regularly against - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 67
Type II CompactFlash cards and microdrives can not be used. The following section describes how to insert and format a memory card. 1 Turn the camera off. Power switch s Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory cards. 2 Open the card slot cover. Slide the card slot cover - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 68
access lamp is off and turn the camera off. Access lamp 2 Remove the memory card. Open the memory card slot cover and press the eject button (q) to partially eject the card (w). The memory card can then be removed by hand. Do not push on the memory card while pressing the eject button. Failure to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 69
before first use. Format the card as described below. D Formatting Memory Cards Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a s computer before proceeding (pg. 238). 1 Turn the camera on. Power - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 70
the control panel and viewfinder will show S. If the camera is turned off with a charged EN-EL3e battery and no memory card inserted, S will be displayed in the control panel. A See Also See page 332 for information on formatting memory cards using the Format memory card option in the setup menu. 44 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 71
control. s Remove the lens cap, turn the camera on, and pull the diopter adjustment control out (q). Replace the diopter adjustment control. Push the diopter adjustment control back in (e). A Diopter Adjustment Viewfinder Lenses Corrective lenses (available separately; pg. 386) can be used - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 72
and number of exposures remaining as described below. 1 Turn the camera on. Power switch Turn the camera on. The control panel will turn on and the display in the viewfinder will light. 2 Check the battery level. Check the battery level in the control panel or viewfinder. Icon * Control panel - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 73
-count displays while the shutter-speed displays will show a blinking n or j. A Large-Capacity Memory Cards When enough memory remains on the memory card to record a thousand or more pictures at current settings, the number of exposures remaining will be shown in thousands, rounded down to the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 74
length of time before the exposure meters turn off automatically can be adjusted using Custom Setting c2 (Auto meter-off delay, pg. 296). A Camera Off Display If the camera is turned off with a battery and memory card inserted, the frame count and number of exposures remaining will be displayed - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 75
Camera Settings This tutorial describes how to take photos at default settings. 1 Check camera settings. Exposure mode Image size s Image quality White balance Control panel ISO sensitivity Viewfinder display Default settings are listed below. Option Default Description Page Image - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 76
Release mode dial lock release Hold the release mode dial lock release down and turn the release mode dial to S (single frame). At this setting, the camera will take one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed. Release mode dial 4 Choose single-point AF. AF-area mode Rotate - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 77
place pointing to S (single-servo autofocus). At this setting, the s camera will automatically focus on the subject in the selected focus the camera is in focus. 6 Choose matrix metering. Metering selector Rotate the metering selector to a (matrix metering). Matrix metering uses information - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 78
or lens with your left. Keep your elbows propped s lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable. Hold the camera as shown at right when framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation. For information on framing photographs - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 79
At default settings, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus point. Frame a Focus indicator Buffer capacity photo in the the memory buffer ("t"; pg. 87) will be shown in the viewfinder display. For information on what to do if the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 80
the photograph is being recorded to the memory card, the access lamp next to the card slot cover will light. D The Memory Card Access Lamp Do not eject the memory card, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source until the memory card access lamp has gone out. A The Shutter - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 81
4 or 2. To view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 and 3 (pg. 220). 1 / 10 N I KON D700 1/ 250 F11 200 Image Review When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (pg. 265), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor for about 4 s (the default setting - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 82
photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described in "Viewing Photographs" on the previous page. K button 2 Delete the photograph. to delete the image and return to playback. To exit without deleting the picture, press K. A Delete To delete multiple images, use the Delete option - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 83
dImage Recording Options d This section describes how to choose image area, quality, and size. Image Area pg. 58 Image Quality pg. 64 Image Size pg. 69 57 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 84
area (picture angle) equivalent to a 35 mm (135) format film camera. Image area is selected using the d Image area option in the shooting menu. At the default setting of Auto DX crop, the camera will automatically crop pictures to the DX picture angle when a DX format lens is attached. The Choose - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 85
to a Nikkor lens on a 35 mm format camera. The d edges of pictures taken with DX format lenses will be blacked out. An area at the center of the image sensor 23.5 × 15.6 mm (shown by the DX format crop a DX format (24x16) in the viewfinder) is used to record pictures in DX format. To - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 86
A DX Lenses DX lenses are designed for use with DX format cameras and have a smaller picture angle than lenses for 35 mm format cameras. If Auto DX crop is off and FX format (36 × 24) is selected for Image area when a DX lens is attached, the edges of the image may be eclipsed. This may not be - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 87
area can be set using the Image area option in the shooting menu or (if image area is assigned to the Fn button) by pressing the Fn button and rotating the main command dial. ❚❚ The Image Area Menu 1 Select Image area. Highlight Image area in the shooting menu (pg. 268) and d press 2. 2 Choose - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 88
button. Select Choose image area for Custom Setting f5, Assign FUNC. button > FUNC. button + dials (pg. 323). d 2 Choose the image area. Press the button The option currently selected for image area can be viewed by pressing the Fn button to display the image area in the viewfinder, control panel - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 89
Fn, Depth-of-Field Preview, and AE-L/AF-L Buttons Changes to image area settings can be made using the Fn button (the default setting, see Custom Setting f5, Assign FUNC. button, pg. 320), the depth-of-field preview button (Custom setting f6, Assign preview button, pg. 324), or the AE-L/AF-L button - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 90
are saved directly to the memory card in Nikon Electronic d NEF (RAW) Format (NEF). Use with images that will be transferred to a computer for printing or NEF processing. Note that once transferred to a computer, NEF (RAW) images can only be viewed using compatible software such as ViewNX - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 91
by pressing the QUAL button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control panel. QUAL button Main command dial d Control panel A The Image Quality Menu Image quality can also be adjusted using the Image quality option in the shooting menu (pg. 268). 65 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 92
+ JPEG normal, or NEF (RAW) + JPEG basic are viewed on the camera, only the JPEG image will be displayed. When photographs taken at these settings are deleted, both NEF and JPEG images will be deleted. A "+NEF (RAW)" If +NEF (RAW) is selected for Custom Setting f5 (Assign FUNC. button, pg. 320) and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 93
Menu: Type The NEF (RAW) recording > Type item in the shooting menu offers the following compression options for NEF (RAW) images: Option Description Lossless NEF images are compressed using a reversible N compressed algorithm, reducing file size by about 20-40% (default) with no effect on - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 94
) bit depth item in the shooting menu offers the following bit-depth options for NEF (RAW) images: Option Description q 12-bit (default) NEF (RAW) images are recorded at a bit-depth of 12 bits. d NEF (RAW) images are recorded at a bit-depth of 14 bits, r 14-bit producing files larger than 12 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 95
2,080 × 1,384 26.4 × 17.6/10.4 × 6.9 S 1,392 × 920 17.7 × 11.7/7.0 × 4.6 * Approximate size when printed at 200 dpi. Print size in inches equals image size in pixels divided by printer resolution in dots per inch (dpi; 1 inch = approximately 2.54 cm). Print size decreases as printer resolution - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 96
size can be set by pressing the QUAL button and rotating the sub-command dial until the desired option is displayed in the control panel. d QUAL button Sub-command dial Control panel A The Image Size Menu Image size can also be adjusted using the Image size option in the shooting menu (pg. 268 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 97
NFocus - Controlling How the Camera Focuses This section describes the options that control how your camera focuses. N Focus Mode pg. 72 AF-Area Mode pg. 74 Focus Point Selection pg. 76 Focus Lock pg. 78 Manual Focus pg. 81 71 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 98
distance to subject and adjust focus as necessary. At default settings, shutter can be released whether or not subject is in focus (release priority). Camera does not focus automatically; focus must be M Manual (pg. 81) adjusted manually using the lens focusing ring. If maximum aperture of lens - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 99
Manual focus is recommended when the camera is unable to focus using using release priority in single-servo AF, see Custom Setting a2 (AF-S priority selection, pg. 284). For information on preventing the camera from focusing when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, see Custom Setting - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 100
selected from 9, 21, and 51 using Custom Setting a3 (Dynamic AF area, pg. 285). If 51 points (3D-tracking) is selected for Custom Setting a3, focus point will be selected automatically using 3D-tracking. • In single-servo AF, user selects focus point manually; camera focuses on subject in selected - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 101
Focus Single-point AF is automatically selected when manual focus is used. A See Also For information on the settings available in dynamic-area AF, see Custom Setting a3 (Dynamic AF area, pg. 285). For information on adjusting how long the camera waits before refocusing when an object moves in - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 102
). To select the focus point manually: 1 Rotate the focus selector lock to ●. This allows the multi selector to be used to select the focus point. Focus selector lock 2 Select the focus point. Use the multi selector to select the focus point. At default settings, the center focus point can - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 103
). For information on choosing the number of focus points that can be selected using the multi selector, see Custom Setting a8 (AF point selection, pg. 289). For information on changing the role of the multi selector center button, see Custom Setting f2 (Multi selector center button, pg. 318). N 77 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 104
will not be in a focus point in the final composition. It can also be used when the autofocus system is unable to focus (pg. 80). 1 Focus. N Position page 126). A See Also If On is selected for Custom Setting c1 (Shutter-release button AE-L, pg. 296), exposure will lock when the shutter- - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 105
pressed. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject while focus lock is in effect. If the subject moves, focus again at the new distance. A See Also For information on choosing the role played by the AE-L/AF-L button, see Custom Setting f7 (Assign AE-L/AF-L button, pg. 325). 79 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 106
under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (●) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus. In these cases, use manual focus (pg. 81) or use focus lock (pg. 78) to focus on another subject at the same distance - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 107
available for Focus-mode lenses that do not support selector autofocus (non-AF Nikkor lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the desired results (pg. 80). To focus manually, set the focus-mode selector to M and adjust the lens focusing ring until N the image displayed on the clear - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 108
of f/5.6 or faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the subject in the selected focus point is To determine the distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark (E) on the camera body. The distance between the lens mounting flange and the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 109
kRelease Mode - Single Frame, Continuous, Live View, Self-Timer, or Mirror Up Release mode determines how the camera takes photographs: one at a time, in a continuous sequence, with the view through the lens displayed in the monitor, with a timed shutter-release delay, k or with the mirror raised to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 110
camera movement can result in blurred photographs (pg. 104). 1 Average frame rate with an EN-EL3e battery, continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster, remaining settings other than Custom Setting d4 at default values, and memory remaining - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 111
To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting. Release mode dial lock release Release mode dial k 85 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 112
pressed all the way down, pictures will be taken at up to 5 fps in continuous high speed mode, or at the frame rate selected for Custom Setting d4 (CL mode shooting speed, pg. 299) in continuous low speed mode. 86 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 113
s or faster, other settings at default values, and memory remaining in memory buffer. If MB-D10 is used with AA batteries, frame rate slows at low temperatures or when batteries are low. 2 Maximum frame advance rate is 5 fps, even when higher values are selected for Custom Setting d4 (CL mode - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 114
been recorded. If the battery is exhausted while k images remain in the buffer, the shutter release will be disabled and the images transferred to the memory card. A See Also For information on choosing the maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst, see Custom Setting d5 (Max - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 115
(a) mode to frame pictures in the monitor. Rotate the release mode dial to a. Choose live view options in shooting menu (pg. 90). g Hand-held (pg. 93) h Tripod (pg. 96) k Raise mirror and display view through lens in monitor. Exit Frame picture in monitor. Focus. Mirror clicks down and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 116
is adjusted based on data from a special focusing sensor. When Tripod is selected in live view, however, the camera uses contrast-detect autofocus, in which the camera analyses the data from the image sensor and adjusts focus to produce the greatest contrast. Contrast-detect autofocus takes longer - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 117
is held down, camera records photographs in continuous low speed or continuous high speed mode (pg. 87). 1 Select Live view. In the shooting menu (pg. k 268), highlight Live view and press 2. 2 Select Live view mode. Highlight Live view mode and press 2. 3 Select a live view mode. Highlight - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 118
4 Select Release mode. Highlight Release mode and press 2. 5 Select a release mode. Highlight the release mode that will be during live view and press J. k 6 Exit to shooting mode. Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit the menus and return to shooting mode. 92 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 119
View Mode to a Button If Live view is selected for Custom Setting f5 (Assign FUNC. button, pg. 320) and a mode dial is set to mode other than a or MUP, the Fn button can be used to turn live view mode on and off. This allows the self-timer to be used in live view mode. Note that the camera will use - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 120
. The camera will focus normally and set exposure. Note that the mirror will click back into place while either button is pressed, temporarily interrupting live view. Live view is restored when the button is released. The focus point can be selected using the multi selector. Manual focus (focus - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 121
B button is pressed can be mistaken for the sound of the shutter, and that pressing the shutter-release button all the way down when the camera is unable to focus in single-servo AF will end live view without a photograph being recorded. 95 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 122
Select live view mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to a. k Release mode dial 3 Frame a picture in the viewfinder. B button Frame a picture in the viewfinder and select a focus point using the multi selector, then press the B button. The camera will - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 123
the monitor may brighten while the camera focuses. If the camera is able to focus using contrast-detect autofocus, the focus point will be displayed in green; if the camera is unable to focus, the focus point will blink red. Manual focus (focus mode M; pg. 81): Use zoom for precise focus. 97 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 124
Autofocus Contrast-detect autofocus will take longer than normal (phase-detection) autofocus. In the following situations, the camera may be unable to focus using contrast-detect autofocus: • The camera is not mounted on a tripod • The subject contains lines parallel to the long edge of the frame - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 125
be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus. Use an AF-S lens. The desired results may not be achieved with other lenses or teleconverters. A The Shooting Information Display To hide or display indicators in the monitor in live view mode, press the R button. Shooting information - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 126
k method before selecting live view mode. Live view mode can be used for up to an hour. 27s Note, however, that when used in live view mode for extended periods, the camera may become noticeably warm and the temperature of its internal circuits may rise, resulting in image noise Exit and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 127
brightness has no effect on pictures taken in live view mode). To return to live Exit view, release the K button. A HDMI When the camera is attached to an HDMI video device, the camera monitor will turn off and the video device will display the view through the lens as shown at right. k Exit - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 128
Self-Timer Mode The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for selfportraits. To use the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or place the camera on a stable, level surface and follow the steps below: 1 Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 129
self-timer mode, a shutter speed of A is equivalent to approximately 1/5 s. A See Also For information on changing the timer duration, see Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer delay, pg. 297). For information on setting a beep to sound during the timer count-down, see Custom Setting d1 (Beep, pg. 298). 103 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 130
a picture. Press the shutter-release button all the way down again to take a picture. To prevent blurring caused by camera movement, press the shutter-release button smoothly, or use an optional remote cord (pg. 389). The mirror lowers when shooting ends. A Mirror up Mode A picture will be taken - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 131
. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. This chapter describes how to set ISO sensitivity manually and automatically. Choosing ISO Sensitivity Manually pg. 106 S Auto ISO Sensitivity Control pg. 108 105 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 132
Choosing ISO Sensitivity Manually ISO sensitivity can be set to values between ISO 200 and ISO 6400 in steps equivalent to 1/3 EV. Settings of from about 0.3-1 the ISO button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is S displayed in the control panel or viewfinder. ISO button - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 133
than normal; in most cases, ISO sensitivities of ISO 200 or above are recommended. A See Also For information on Custom Setting b1 (ISO sensitivity step value, pg. 292). For information using the High ISO NR option in the shooting menu to reduce noise at high ISO sensitivities, see page 278. 107 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 134
adjusted appropriately). The maximum value for auto ISO sensitivity can be selected using the Maximum sensitivity option in the ISO sensitivity auto control menu (the minimum value for auto ISO sensitivity is automatically set to ISO 200). In exposure modes P and A, sensitivity will only be adjusted - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 135
in photos taken with the flash at slow shutter speeds, in daylight, or against a bright background. Choose a flash mode other than slow sync or select exposure mode A or M and choose a larger aperture. Note that when the flash is used, the camera uses the shutter speed selected for Custom Setting e1 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 136
S 110 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 137
VExposure - Controlling How the Camera Sets Exposure This section describes the options available to control exposure, 116 Z f: Shutter-Priority Auto pg. 118 g: Aperture-Priority Auto pg. 119 h: Manual pg. 121 Autoexposure (AE) Lock pg. 126 Exposure Compensation pg. 128 Bracketing pg. 130 111 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 138
using Custom Setting b5, Center-weighted Z area, pg. 294 1). Classic meter for portraits. 2 Center weight area 3 Camera used if Average is selected for Custom Setting b5; otherwise, center- weighted metering for non-CPU lenses will use 12-mm circle in center of viewfinder, regardless of setting - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 139
in setup menu (see page 211; center-weighted metering is used if focal length or aperture is not specified). A See Also For information on choosing the size of the area assigned the greatest weight in center-weighted metering, see Custom Setting b5 (Centerweighted area, pg. 294). For information on - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 140
auto (pg. 119) User chooses aperture; camera selects shutter speed for best results. Use to blur background for portraits or bring both foreground and background into focus for landscape shots. h Manual (pg. 121) User controls both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter speed to "A" for long - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 141
allowing depth of field to be previewed in the viewfinder. A Custom Setting e4-Modeling Flash This setting controls whether the built-in flash and the SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-R200, and other optional flash units that support the Creative Lighting System (CLS; see page 377) will emit a modeling - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 142
to ensure optimal exposure in most situations. This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in programmed auto: 1 Select exposure mode e. I button Press the I button and rotate the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 143
("*") appears in the control panel. To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the command dial until the asterisk is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off. Z Shutter speed: 1/4,000 s Aperture: f/2.8 Shutter speed: 1/80 s Aperture: f/22 A See Also - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 144
shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. desired shutter speed. Shutter speed can be set to "p" or to values between 30 s (q) and 1/8,000 s (o). Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 145
g: 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 take photographs in aperture-priority auto: 1 Select exposure mode g. I button Press the I button - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 146
3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. Z A Non-CPU Lenses (pg. 372) If the maximum aperture of the lens has been specified using the Non-CPU lens data item in setup menu (pg. 211) when a non-CPU lens is attached, the current f-number will be displayed in the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 147
h: Manual In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in manual exposure mode: 1 Select exposure mode h. I button Press the I button and rotate the main command dial until h is displayed in the viewfinder and control panel. Main command dial Z 121 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 148
desired exposure is achieved. Sub-command dial Setting Z aperture Setting shutter speed Main command dial 3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. Shutter speed: 1/125 s Aperture: f/5.6 A AF Micro Nikkor Lenses Provided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 149
panel Viewfinder Custom Setting b2 set to 1/3 step Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV If the camera is unable to amount by which the image will be under- or over-exposed. A See Also If (V) (the default setting) is selected for Custom Setting f12 (Reverse indicators - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 150
cord are recommended to prevent blur. 1 Ready the camera. Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. If you are using an optional remote cord, attach it to the camera. If you are not using a remote cord, choose On for Custom Setting d9 (Exposure delay mode, pg. 302) to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 151
all the way down. Press the shutter-release button on the camera or remote cord all the way down. The shutter will remain Z Length of exposure: 35 s Aperture: f/25 A Long Time-Exposures Nikon recommends using a fully-charged EN-EL3e battery or an optional EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter to prevent loss of - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 152
will not produce the desired results with autoexposure lock. If using center-weighted metering, select the center focus point with the multi press the AE-L/AF-L button to lock exposure (and focus, except in manual focus mode). Confirm that the in-focus indicator (I) appears in the viewfinder. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 153
changed while exposure lock is in effect (changes to metering take effect when the lock is released). A See Also If On is selected for Custom Setting c1 (Shutter-release button AE-L, pg. 296), exposure will lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. For information on changing the role - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 154
to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (see page 112). In exposure mode h, only the exposure information shown in the electronic analog exposure display is affected; - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 155
compensation to ±0. Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off. A See Also For information on choosing the size of the increments available for exposure compensation, see Custom Setting b3 (Exp comp/fine tune, pg. 292). For information on making adjustments to exposure - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 156
See Also At default settings, the camera varies both exposure and flash level. Custom Setting e5 (Auto bracketing set, pg. 315) is used to choose the type of bracketing performed. Changes to bracketing settings can be made using the Fn button (the default setting, see Custom Setting f5, Assign FUNC - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 157
performed using Custom Setting e5 (Auto bracketing set, pg. 315). Choose AE & flash to vary both exposure and flash level (the default setting), control panel. Number of shots Z Fn button Main command dial At settings other than zero, a M icon and exposure and flash bracketing indicator will - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 158
7 0/-1.0/-0.7/-0.3/+0.3/ +0.7/+1.0 9 0/-1.3/-1.0/-0.7/-0.3/ +0.3/+0.7/+1.0/+1.3 A See Also For information on choosing the size of the exposure increment, see Custom Setting b2 (EV steps for exposure cntrl., pg. 292). For information on choosing the order in which bracketing is performed - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 159
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 160
after the memory card has been replaced or shots have been deleted to make room on the memory card. If the camera is turned camera exposure system are exceeded. Custom Setting e6 (Auto bracketing (mode M), pg. 316) can be used to change how the camera performs exposure and flash bracketing in manual - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 161
❚❚ White Balance Bracketing 1 Select white balance bracketing. Choose WB bracketing for Custom Setting e5 Auto bracketing set (pg. 315). 2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the Fn button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 162
3 Select a white balance increment. Pressing the Fn button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is roughly equivalent to 5 mired. White balance increment Fn button Sub-command Control panel dial Choose from increments of 1 (5 mired), 2 (10 mired), or - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 163
remaining, the exposure count displays in the control panel and viewfinder will flash and the shutter release will be disabled. Shooting can begin when a Z new memory card is inserted. 137 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 164
. Z A White Balance Bracketing White balance bracketing is not available at an image quality of NEF (RAW). Selecting NEF (RAW), NEF (RAW)+JPEG fine time the shutter is released. If the camera is turned off while the memory card access lamp is lit, the camera will power off only after all photographs - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 165
cameras can mimic this adjustment by processing images according to the color of the light source. This is known as "white balance." This chapter covers white balance settings. r White Balance Options pg. 140 Fine-Tuning White Balance pg. 143 Choosing a Color Temperature pg. 147 Preset Manual - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 166
natural coloration, choose a white balance setting that matches the light source before shooting. The following options are available: Color temp. Option (K) Description White balance is adjusted automatically using color temperature measured by image v Auto (default) 3,500- 8,000* sensor - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 167
- Choose color temperature from list 10,000 of values (pg. 147). Use subject, light source, or existing L Preset manual - photograph as reference for white balance (pg. 148). * All values are approximate. Fine-tuning set to 0. Auto white balance is recommended with most light sources. If the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 168
flash units. Choose a color temperature, use preset white balance, or set white balance to Flash and use fine tuning to adjust white balance. A When WB bracketing is selected for Custom Setting e5 (Auto bracketing set, pg. 315), the camera will create several images each time the shutter is released. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 169
source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. White balance is fine tuned using the White balance option in the shooting menu or by 2. If an option other than Fluorescent, Choose color temp., or Preset manual is selected, proceed to Step 2. If Fluorescent is selected, highlight - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 170
2 Fine tune white balance. Use the multi selector to fine- tune white balance. White balance can Amber (A) r Increase magenta Increase blue Magenta (M) Increase amber 3 Press J. Press J to save settings and return to the shooting menu. If white balance has been fine-tuned on the A-B axis, a - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 171
For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a "warm" setting such as J (incandescent) is selected for white balance will make photographs 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 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 172
than K (Choose color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the WB button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)-blue (B) axis (pg. 144; to fine-tune white balance when K or L is selected, use the shooting menu as described on page 144). Six settings in both directions are available; each - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 173
Color temperature can also be selected in the white balance menu. Note that the color temperature with the WB button and the sub-command dial replaces the value selected in the white balance menu. 147 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 174
for setting preset white balance: Method Description Direct measurement Neutral gray or white object is placed under lighting that will be used in final photograph and white balance is measured by camera (pg. 150). Copy from existing White balance is copied from photo on memory photograph card - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 175
The camera can store up to five values for preset white balance in presets d-0 value is measured. d-1-d-4 Store values copied from d-0 (pg. 153). Store values copied r from images on memory card (pg. 154). A White Balance Presets Changes to white balance presets apply to all shooting menu - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 176
gray panel can be used as a reference object. Note that exposure is automatically increased by 1 EV when measuring white balance; in exposure mode h, adjust exposure so that the electronic analog exposure displays shows ±0 (pg. 123). 2 Set white balance to L (Preset manual). Press the WB button - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 177
D will also appear in the control panel and viewfinder. At default settings, the displays will flash for about six seconds. Control panel Viewfinder the viewfinder and press the shutter-release button all the way down. The camera will measure a value for white balance and store it in preset d-0. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 178
measurement mode will end in the time selected for Custom Setting c2 (Auto meter-off delay, pg. 296). The default setting is six seconds. A Preset d-0 The new value for white balance will be stored in preset d-0, automatically replacing the previous value for this preset (no confirmation dialog - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 179
Follow the steps below to copy a measured value for white balance from d-0 to any of the other presets (d-1-d-4). 1 Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu (pg. 140) and press 2. 2 Select a destination. Highlight the destination preset (d-1 to d-4) and press the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 180
below to copy a value for white balance from a photograph on the memory card to a selected preset (d-1-d-4 only). Existing white balance values can not be copied to preset d-0. 1 Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu (pg. 140) and press 2. 2 Select a destination - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 181
4 Highlight a source image. Highlight the source image. To view the highlighted image full frame, press the X button. 5 Copy white balance. Press the center of the multi selector to copy the white balance value for the highlighted photograph - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 182
❚❚ Selecting a White Balance Preset To set white balance to a preset value: 1 Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu (pg. 140) and press 2. 2 Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press the center of the multi selector. To select - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 183
A Selecting a White Balance Preset: the WB Button At a setting of L (Preset manual), presets can also be selected by pressing the WB button and rotating the sub-command dial. The current preset is displayed in the control panel - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 184
Follow the steps below to enter a descriptive comment of up to thirty-six characters for a selected white balance preset. 1 Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu (pg. 140) and press 2. 2 Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press the center of the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 185
how to optimize sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation and hue using Picture Controls, how to preserve detail in highlights and shadows using active D-Lighting, and how to choose a color space. Picture Controls pg. 160 Creating Custom Picture Controls pg. 168 Active D-Lighting pg. 179 Color - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 186
at will. Custom Picture Controls can also be saved to the memory card for use in compatible software, and software-created Picture Controls can be loaded into the camera. Any given set of Picture Controls will produce nearly the same results on all cameras that support the Nikon Picture Control - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 187
to the memory card for use in ViewNX (supplied) and other compatible software, or software-created custom Picture Controls can be loaded into the camera. • Manage custom Picture Controls (pg. 175): Rename or delete custom Picture Controls. J A Nikon Picture Controls Versus Custom Picture Controls - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 188
Picture Controls The camera offers four preset Nikon Picture Controls. Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type photographs. ❚❚ Choosing a Picture Control 1 Select Set Picture Control. In the shooting menu (pg. 268), J highlight Set Picture Control and press 2. 2 Select a - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 189
A The Picture Control Grid Pressing the W button in Step 2 displays a Picture Control grid showing the contrast and saturation for the selected Picture Control in relation to the other Picture Controls (only contrast is displayed when Monochrome is selected). To select a different Picture Control, - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 190
Modifying Existing Picture Controls Existing Nikon or custom Picture Controls can be modified to suit the scene or the user's creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 191
, greens more blue, and blues more purple. Manual adjustments Filter effects Simulate the effect of color filters on monochrome photographs. Choose from Off (the default setting), yellow, orange, red, and green (pg. 167). Toning Choose the tint used in monochrome photographs from B&W (black-and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 192
not be adjusted when Active D-Lighting (pg. 179) is on. Any manual adjustments currently in effect will be lost when Active D-Lighting is turned on J A Previous Settings The line under the value display in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting. Use this as a - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 193
red more contrast than orange. G Green Softens skin tones. Can be used for portraits. Note that the effects achieved with Filter effects are more when B&W (black-and-white) is selected. A Custom Picture Controls J The options available with custom Picture Controls are the same as those on which - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 194
Creating Custom Picture Controls The Nikon Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Select Manage Picture Control. In the shooting menu (pg. 268), highlight Manage Picture Control and press 2. 2 Select Save/edit. Highlight Save/edit and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 195
modification. 4 Edit the selected Picture Control. See page 165 for more information. To abandon any changes and start over, press the O button. Press J when settings are complete. 5 Select a destination. Choose a destination for the J custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9) and press 2. 169 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 196
To delete the character at the current cursor position, press the O button. Custom Picture Control names can be up to 19 characters J long. Any characters the Picture Control list. Custom Picture Controls can be renamed at any time using the Rename option in the Manage Picture Control menu. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 197
on Monochrome have Filter effects and Toning options in place of Saturation and Hue controls. A The Original Picture Control Icon The Nikon Picture Control on which the custom Picture Control is based is indicated by an icon in the top right corner of the edit display. Original Picture Control - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 198
as Capture NX 2 can be copied to a memory card and loaded into the camera, or custom Picture Controls created with the camera can be copied to the memory card to be used in compatible cameras and software. ❚❚ Copying Custom Picture Controls to the Camera 1 Select Load/save. In the Manage Picture - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 199
destination. Choose a destination for the custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9) and press 2. 5 Name the Picture Control. Name the Picture Control as described on page 170. The new Picture Control will appear in the Picture Control list and can be renamed at any time using the Rename option in the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 200
slot will be overwritten. A Saving Custom Picture Controls Up to 99 custom Picture Controls can be stored on the memory card at any one time. The memory card can only be used to store user-created custom Picture Controls. The Nikon Picture Controls supplied with the camera can not be copied to the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 201
Follow the steps below to rename or delete custom Picture Controls. ❚❚ Renaming Custom Picture Controls 1 Select Rename. In the Manage Picture Control menu, highlight Rename and press 2. 2 Select a Picture Control. Highlight a custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9) and press 2. 3 Rename the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 202
2 Select a Picture Control. Highlight a custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9) and press 2. 3 Select Yes. Highlight Yes and press J to delete the selected Picture Control. J A Nikon Picture Controls The Nikon Picture Controls supplied with the camera (Standard, Neutral, Vivid, and Monochrome) can - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 203
❚❚ Deleting Custom Picture Controls from the Memory Card 1 Select Load/save. In the Manage Picture Control menu, highlight Load/ save and press 2. 2 Select Delete from card. Highlight Delete from card and press 2. J 177 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 204
3 Select a Picture Control. Highlight a custom Picture Control (slot1 through 99) and either; • press 2 to view current Picture Control settings, or • press J to display confirmation dialog shown at right. 4 Select Yes. J Highlight Yes and press J to delete the selected Picture Control. 178 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 205
Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast scenes, for example when photographing brightly lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 206
camera adjust D-Lighting automatically according to shooting conditions. J D Active D-Lighting When Active D-Lighting is on, additional time will be required to record images and the capacity of the memory buffer will drop (pg. 424). Use mode h, an Active D-Lighting setting of Auto is equivalent to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 207
on leaving the camera. Option Description W sRGB (default) Choose for photographs that will be printed or used "as is ," with no further modification. This color space is capable of expressing a wider X Adobe RGB gamut of colors than sRGB, making it the preferred choice for images - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 208
in a digital image file. The sRGB color space is widely used, while the Adobe RGB color space is typically used in publishing and commercial printing. sRGB is recommended when taking photographs that will be printed without modification or viewed in applications that do not support color management - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 209
lFlash Photography - Using the Built-in Flash This chapter describes how to use the built-in flash. The Built-in Flash pg. 184 Using the Built-in Flash pg. 185 Flash Modes pg. 188 Flash Compensation pg. 190 FV Lock pg. 192 l 183 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 210
The Built-in Flash The built-in flash has a Guide Number (GN) 17/56 (m/ft, ISO 200, 20 °C/68 °F) and can cover the field of view of a 24mm lens, or a 16mm lens in DX format. It supports i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR, which uses monitor pre-flashes to adjust flash output for balanced - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 211
the Built-in Flash Follow these steps when using the built-in flash. 1 Choose a metering method (pg. 112). Metering selector Select matrix or center-weighted metering to activate i-TTL balanced fillflash for digital SLR. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 212
Set automatically by camera (1/250 s-1/60 s) 1, 2 Set automatically 116 f Value selected by user (1/250 s-30 s) 2 by camera 118 g Set automatically by camera . 2 The built-in flash supports speeds of up to 1/320 s when 1/320 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, pp - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 213
range of 60 cm (2 ft.) and can not be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses. If the flash fires in continuous release mode (pg. 86 when using the flash, see Custom Setting e2 (Flash shutter speed, pg. 308). For information on using the built-in flash in commander mode, see Custom Setting e3 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 214
Flash Modes The camera supports the following flash modes: Flash mode Description This mode is recommended for most situations. In programmed auto and aperture-priority auto modes, Front-curtain sync shutter speed will automatically be set to values between 1/250 and 1/60 s (1/8,000 to 1/60 s - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 215
aperture (AA) 1 Manual Built-in Optional Built-in Optional Built-in Optional TTL 2 - l Auto FP (pg. 306) - - - Repeating flash 2 - - - - Commander mode 2 - 1 Available with SB-900 and SB-800 only. 2 Flash control mode for built-in flash can be selected using Custom Setting e3 (Flash - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 216
Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output by from -3EV to +1EV in pressing the Y l button. Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0. Flash compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off. ±0 EV (Y button pressed) -0.3 EV +1.0 EV - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 217
A Optional Flash Units Flash compensation is also available with optional SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, and SB-R200 flash units. A See Also For information on choosing the size of the increments available when setting flash compensation, see Custom Setting b3 (Exp comp/fine tune, pg. 292). l 191 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 218
center of the frame. Flash output is adjusted automatically for any changes in ISO sensitivity and aperture. To use FV lock: 1 Assign FV lock to the Fn button. Select FV lock for Custom Setting f5 (Assign FUNC. button > FUNC. button press, pg. 320). 2 Press the flash pop-up button. The built-in - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 219
4 Lock flash level. After confirming that the flash ready indicator (M) is displayed in the viewfinder, press the Fn button. The flash will emit a monitor preflash to determine the appropriate flash level. Flash output will be locked at this level and FV lock icon (e) will appear in the viewfinder. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 220
(the SB-900 and SB-800 can also be used in AA mode; see the flash manual for details). While FV lock is in effect, flash output will automatically be adjusted for changes in flash zoom head position. When Commander mode is selected for Custom Setting e3 (Flash cntrl for built-in flash, pg - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 221
tOther Shooting Options This chapter covers restoring default settings, making multiple exposures, interval timer photography, and using GPS units and non-CPU lenses. Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings........ pg. 196 Multiple Exposure pg. 198 Interval Timer Photography pg. 203 Non-CPU - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 222
Settings The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the QUAL and E buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The control panel turns off briefly while settings sync Off Off Off 1 Custom Setting f7 (Assign AE-L/AF-L - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 223
The following shooting-menu options will also be reset. Only settings in the bank currently selected using the Shooting menu bank option will be reset (pg. 269). Settings in the remaining banks are unaffected. Option Image quality Image size Default JPEG Normal Large Option White balance ISO - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 224
imaging application because they make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor. ❚❚ Creating a Multiple Exposure Note that at default settings select On for the Image review (pg. 265) option in the playback menu and extend the monitor-off delay for image review using Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 225
press J. 4 Select Auto gain. Highlight Auto gain and press 2. 5 Set gain. Highlight one of the following options and press J. Option Description On according to number of exposures actually recorded (gain for each exposure is set to 1/2 for 2 exposures, 1/3 for 3 exposures, etc.). Off Gain - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 226
Reset in the shooting menu. 7 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. In continuous high-speed and continuous low- speed release modes (pg. 84), the camera records all exposures in a single burst. In single-frame release mode, one photograph will be taken each time the shutter-release button is - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 227
replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure. Live view (pg. 89) can not be used to record multiple exposures. The information listed in the playback photo information display (including date of recording and camera Settings While multiple exposure mode is in effect, memory cards can - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 228
be adjusted to reflect the number of exposures actually recorded. Note that shooting will end automatically if: • A two-button reset is performed (pg. 196) • The camera is turned off • The battery is exhausted • Pictures are deleted t 202 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 229
after settings are using the interval timer. Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor. Remember that the camera camera clock is set to the correct time and date (pg. 38). Use of a tripod is recommended. Mount the camera - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 230
Now is selected for Choose start time. 4 Choose an interval. Press 4 or 2 to highlight hours, minutes, or seconds; press 1 or 3 to change. Note that the camera will not be able to take photographs at the specified interval if it is shorter than the shutter speed or the time required to record - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 231
in the monitor one minute before t each series of shots is taken. If shooting can not proceed at current settings (for example, if a shutter speed of A is currently selected in manual exposure mode or the start time is in less than a minute), a warning will be displayed in the monitor. A Close - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 232
pictures or turning the camera off and inserting another memory card. A Bracketing Adjust bracketing settings before starting interval timer photography intervals remaining and the number of shots in each interval can be viewed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway (once the button is - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 233
intervals • Highlighting Start > Pause in the interval timer menu and pressing J • Turning the camera off and then on again (if desired, the memory card can be replaced while the camera is off ) • Selecting live view (a), self-timer (E), or mirror-up (MUP) release modes To resume shooting: 1 Choose - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 234
menu (pg. 271) • Changing bracketing settings (pg. 130) Normal shooting will resume when interval timer photography ends. ❚❚ No Photograph Photographs will not be taken if the previous photograph has yet to be taken, the memory buffer or memory card is full, or the camera is unable to focus in - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 235
apply to all shooting menu banks (pg. 269). If shooting menu settings are reset using the Reset shooting menu item in the shooting menu (pg. 271), interval timer settings will be reset as follows: • Choose start time: Now • Interval: 00:01':00" • Number of intervals: 1 • Number of shots: 1 • Start - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 236
in aperture • Aperture is listed (with an asterisk) in the playback photo info display Specifying both the focal length and maximum aperture of the may be necessary to use center-weighted or spot metering to achieve accurate results with some lenses, including Reflex-Nikkor lenses) • Improves the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 237
❚❚ The Non-CPU Lens Data Menu 1 Select Non-CPU lens data. Highlight Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu (pg. 331) and press 2. 2 Select a lens number. Highlight Lens number and press 4 or 2 to choose a lens number between 1 and 9. 3 Select a focal length. Highlight Focal length (mm) and press 4 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 238
controls as described below. ❚❚ Choosing a Lens Number Using Camera Controls 1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Select Choose non-CPU lens number as the "+command dials" option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu. Non-CPU lens number selection can be assigned - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 239
with a PC interface cable connector. These devices connect to the MC-35 using a cable with a D-sub 9-pin connector provided by the manufacturer of the GPS device. See the MC-35 instruction manual for details. Before turning the camera on, set the GPS device to NMEA mode (4800 baud). t MC-35 213 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 240
When the camera establishes communication with a GPS device, a k icon will be displayed in the control panel. Photo information for pictures taken while the k icon is displayed will include an additional page (pg. 229) recording the current latitude, longitude, altitude, Coordinated Universal Time ( - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 241
performed for the period specified in Custom Setting c2 Enable (Auto meter-off delay). This reduces the drain on the (default) battery but may prevent GPS data from lens and at least 20cm (8in.) from the camera. A Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) UTC data is provided by the GPS device and is independent - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 242
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how to play back photographs and details the operations that can be performed during playback. Full-Frame Playback pg. 218 Photo Information pg. 220 Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback ...... pg. 232 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom pg. 234 Protecting Photographs from Deletion pg. 235 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 244
"tall" (portrait-orientation) photographs in tall orientation, select On for the Rotate tall option in the playback menu (pg. 265). Note that because the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review (pg. 219). 218 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 245
when no operations are performed, see Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay, pg. 297). The roles of the multi selector buttons can be reversed, so that the 1 and 3 buttons display other images and the 4 and 2 buttons control photo information. See Custom Setting f4 (Photo info/playback, pg. 320) for - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 246
images displayed in fullframe playback. There are up to 9 pages of information for each photo. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo GPS device was used when the photo was taken. 1/ 10 100ND700 DSC_0001. JPG NORMAL 15/07/2008 10: 02 : 27 4256x2832 File Information 1 / 10 N I KON D700 1/ 250 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 247
name 272 1 Display only if Focus point is selected for Display mode (pg. 264). 2 c is displayed if FX format (36 × 24) was selected for the Image area option in the shooting menu. If DX format (24 × 16) was selected, a will be displayed in yellow. I 221 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 248
❚❚ Highlights 1 12 3 4 100-1 6 Highlights 5 1 Protect status 235 2 Retouch indicator 349 3 Image highlights 2 264 Select R, G, B 4 Folder number- frame number 3 272 5 Current channel 2 6 Highlight display indicator....264 1 Displayed only if Highlights is selected for Display mode (pg. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 249
❚❚ RGB Histogram 1 1 2 7 3 4 8 Highlights 100--1 5 9 6 1 Protect status 235 2 Retouch indicator 349 3 Image highlights 2 4 Folder number- frame number 3 272 Select R, G, B 5 Histogram (RGB channel) 4. In all histograms, horizontal axis gives pixel brightness, vertical axis number of - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 250
to the left. Histograms can provide a rough idea of overall exposure when bright ambient lighting makes it difficult to see photographs in the monitor. I A Histograms Camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may differ from those displayed in imaging applications. 224 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 251
OFF N I KON D700 11 100--1 12 1 Camera name 6 Focal length 376 12 Folder number- 7 Lens data 210 frame number 5 272 1 Displayed only if Data is selected for Display mode (pg. 264). 2 Displayed in red if photo was taken with ISO sensitivity auto control on. I 3 Displayed if Custom Setting - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 252
D700 12 manual 148 11 Hue 4 165 4 Color space 181 Toning 5 165 5 Picture Control 162 12 Camera custom Picture Controls. 4 Not displayed with monochrome Picture Controls. 5 Monochrome Picture Controls only. 6 Displayed in yellow if picture was taken with DX format (24 × 16) selected for the Image - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 253
NG HAS COME. 3636 N I KON D700 8 1 Protect status 235 2 Retouch indicator 349 3 High ISO noise reduction ...... 278 Long exposure noise reduction 277 4 Active D-Lighting 179 100--1 9 5 Vignette control 276 6 Retouch history 349 7 Image comment 335 8 Camera name 9 Folder number- frame number - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 254
❚❚ Shooting Data Page 4 1 1 2 3 ARTIST : KOUGAKU TARO 4 COPYRI GHT : NI KON N I KON D700 5 1 Protect status 235 2 Retouch indicator 349 3 Name of photographer.......... 343 4 Copyright holder 343 100--1 6 5 Camera name 6 Folder number- frame number 2 272 1 Displayed only if Data is - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 255
7 HEADING : 105. 07º N I KON D700 8 1 Protect status 235 2 Retouch indicator 349 3 Latitude 4 Longitude 5 Altitude 100--1 9 6 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) 7 Heading 2 8 Camera name 9 Folder number- frame number 3 272 1 Displayed only if GPS device was used when photo was taken (pg. 213 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 256
3 1 / 10 N I KON D700 4 16 5 15 14 6 13 GPS data indicator 213 3 Camera name 9 Image comment 4 Retouch indicator 349 image. 12 Exposure compensation ........128 13 Metering method 112 14 Exposure mode 114 15 Shutter speed 118, 121 16 Aperture 119, 121 I 1 Displayed in red if photo - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 257
1 / 10 N I KON D700 17 28 1/ 250, F11 200 35mm 18 -1. 3 +1. 3 27 10000 A6 name 272 20 Image quality 64 27 White balance 139 21 Image size 69 Color temperature 147 22 Image area 2 58 White balance fine-tuning ....143 23 Image authentication Preset manual 148 indicator 342 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 258
Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback To display images in "contact sheets" of four or nine images, press the W button. W W X X Full-frame playback Thumbnail playback I 232 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 259
thumbnail playback. Use multi selector to highlight Highlight images images for full-frame playback, playback zoom (pg. 234), or deletion (pg. 236). Delete highlighted photo O See played by the center of the multi selector, see Custom Setting f2 (Multi selector center button, pg. 318). 233 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 260
Description Press X to zoom in to maximum of approximately 27 × (large images), 20 × (medium images) or 13 × (small images). Press W to zoom out. While photo is zoomed in, use multi selector to view areas of image not visible in monitor. Keep multi selector pressed to scroll rapidly to other areas - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 261
deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the O button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (pp. 43, 332). To protect a photograph: 1 Select an image. Display the image in full-frame playback or playback zoom - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 262
Playback I To delete the photograph, press the O button again. To exit without deleting the photograph, press the K button. A See Also To delete multiple images, use the Delete option in the playback menu (pg. 262). The After delete option in the playback menu determines whether the next - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 263
- Connecting to External Devices This chapter describes how to copy photographs to a computer, how to print pictures, and how to view them on a television set. Connecting to a Computer pg. 238 Direct USB Connection pg. 240 Wireless and Ethernet Networks pg. 242 Printing Photographs pg. 243 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 264
is fully charged. If in doubt, charge the battery before use or use an EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter (available separately). ❚❚ Supported Operating Systems The camera can be connected to computers running the following operating systems: • Windows: Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (32-bit Home Basic/Home - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 265
connecting or disconnecting interface cables. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. A Camera Control Pro 2 Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately; pg. 388) can be used to control the camera from a computer. When Camera Control Pro 2 is running, "c" will be displayed - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 266
computer on and wait for it to start up. 3 Connect the USB cable. Connect the USB cable as shown. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. Q D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard. 240 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 267
the Start Transfer button to transfer photographs (for more information on using Nikon Transfer, Start Transfer button select Nikon Transfer help from the Nikon Transfer Help menu). 6 Turn the camera off. Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable when transfer is complete. Q D During - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 268
For more information, see the WT-4 user's manual. Be sure to update to the latest versions of the WT-4 firmware and supplied software. D Transfer Mode Q When Wireless transmitter > Mode > Transfer mode is selected in the camera setup menu, the J button is used during playback to select pictures for - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 269
(pg. 244). • Insert the camera memory card in a printer equipped with a card slot (see the printer manual for details). If the printer supports DPOF (pg. 435), photographs can be selected for printing using Print set (DPOF) (pg. 253). • Take the camera memory card to a developer or digital printer - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 270
Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard. A Printing Via Direct USB Connection Be sure the battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter. When taking photographs to be printed via direct USB connection, set Color space - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 271
❚❚ Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied UC-E4 USB cable. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable as shown. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. 3 Turn the camera on. A welcome screen will be - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 272
additional pictures, or press the X button to zoom in on the current frame (pg. 234). To view six pictures at a time, press the W button. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or press X to display the highlighted picture full frame. 2 Display printing options. Press J to display PictBridge - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 273
Menu shown at right will be displayed. Press 1 or 3 to choose print style from Printer default (default for current printer), Print with border (print photo with white border), or No border, then press J to select and return to previous menu. Menu shown at right will be displayed. Press 1 or - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 274
decrease. Choose position of crop using multi selector and press J. 4 Start printing. Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J. Q D Selecting Photographs for Printing Images created at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or TIFF - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 275
. • Print (DPOF): Print an existing print order created with the Print set (DPOF) option in the playback menu (pg. 253). The current print order will be displayed in Step 3. To create an index print of all JPEG pictures on the memory card, select Index print. See page 252 for more information. Q 249 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 276
. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card. To display the current picture full screen, press X button. To select the L button current picture for printing, press the L button and press 1. The picture will be marked with a Z icon and the number of prints will be set - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 277
all copies have been printed, press J. Q A Page Size, Border, Time Stamp, and Cropping Choose printer default to print at current printer settings. Only options supported by the current printer can be selected. Note that print quality may drop if small crops are printed at large sizes. A See Also - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 278
Prints To create an index print of all JPEG pictures on the memory card, select Index print in Step 2 of "Printing Multiple Pictures" (pg. 249). Note that if the memory card contains more than 256 pictures, only the first 256 images will be printed. 1 Select Index print. Highlight Index print in the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 279
printers and devices that support DPOF. Selecting Print set (DPOF) from the playback menu displays the menu shown in Step 1. 1 Choose Select/set. Highlight Select/set and press 2. 2 Select pictures. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card. To display the current - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 280
supported Q when printing via direct USB connection; to print the date of recording on photographs in the current print order, use the PictBridge Time stamp option. The Print Set option can not be used if there is not enough space on the memory card to store the print order. Images created at image - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 281
Viewing Photographs on TV The supplied EG-D100 video cable can be used to connect the camera to a television or VCR for playback or recording. A type C mini-pin High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from commercial sources) can be used to connect the camera to high- - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 282
video standard matches the standard used in the video device. Note that resolution will drop when images are output on a PAL device. A Television Playback Use of an EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter (available separately) is recommended for extended playback. When the EH-5a or EH-5 is connected, the camera - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 283
, images will be displayed on the high- definition television or monitor screen; the camera monitor will remain off. Q A HDMI (pg. 333) At the default setting of Auto, the camera automatically selects the appropriate HDMI format for the high-definition device. The HDMI format can be chosen using - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 284
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UMenu Guide This chapter describes the options available in the camera menus. D The Playback Menu: Managing Images pg. 260 C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options pg. 268 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings pg. 280 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup pg. 331 N The Retouch Menu: Creating - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 286
1 or 3 to highlight the playback menu tab; for more information, see page 26. Option Delete Playback folder Hide image Display mode Image review After delete Rotate tall Slide show Print set (DPOF) See page 262 263 263 264 265 265 265 266 253 Selecting Multiple Pictures Follow the steps below to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 287
2 Display thumbnails. To select pictures from a list of thumbnails, choose the "Selected", "Select/set", or "Print (DPOF)" option. 3 Highlight a picture. To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button. 4 Press the center of the multi selector to select the highlighted - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 288
. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. J button Delete Select this option to delete pictures. Protected and hidden images will not be deleted. Option Q Selected R All Description Delete selected pictures. Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 289
All Current Description Pictures in all folders created with the D700 will be visible during playback. Pictures in all folders Image Hide or reveal selected pictures. Hidden pictures are visible only in the Hide image menu and can only be deleted by formatting the memory card. Option Select/set - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 290
focus first locked) is shown in red in photo Focus point information display. No focus point is displayed if camera was unable to focus using continuous-servo autofocus or if continuous-servo autofocus was used with auto-area AF. Detailed photo info Highlights for master RGB channel and for - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 291
-orientation) pictures for display during playback. Note that because the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review (pg. 219). Option Description "Tall" (portrait-orientation) pictures are automatically - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 292
the pictures in the current playback folder (pg. 263). Hidden images (pg. 263) are not displayed. Option Description Start Start Press 4 to return to previous frame, 2 to skip to next frame. View additional photo info Change photo info displayed (pg. 220). Pause slide show J Pause slide show ( - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 293
Print Set (DPOF) Choose Select/set to select pictures for printing on a DPOFcompatible device (pg. 253). Choose Deselect all? to remove all pictures from the current print order. U 267 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 294
Active folder File naming Image quality Image size Image area JPEG compression NEF (RAW) recording White balance Set Picture Control Manage Picture Control Color space Active D-Lighting Vignette control Long exp. NR High ISO NR ISO sensitivity settings Live view U Multiple exposure Interval timer - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 295
to Picture Controls (quick adjust and other manual adjustments), changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera to these settings. The new settings will be stored in the bank - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 296
. Keyboard area To move the cursor in the name area, press the W button and press 4 or 2. To enter a new letter at the current cursor position, use the multi selector to highlight the desired Name area character in the keyboard area and press the center of the multi selector. To delete the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 297
for the current shooting menu bank. See page 419 for a list of default settings. With the exceptions of image quality, image size, white balance, and ISO sensitivity, shooting menu settings are not reset when a two-button reset (pg. 196) is performed. Option Description Yes Restore defaults - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 298
Active Folder Select the folder in which subsequent images will be stored. ❚❚ New Folder Number 1 Select New folder number. Highlight New folder number and press 2. 2 Choose a folder number. Press 4 or 2 to highlight a digit, press 1 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 299
taken. To continue shooting, create a folder with a number less than 999, or select an existing folder with a number less than 999 and less than 999 images. A Number of Folders Additional time may be required for camera startup if the memory card contains a very large number of folders. U 273 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 300
NDF" for dust off reference data. Image Quality Choose image quality (pg. 64). Image Size Choose the size at which pictures are recorded (pg. 69). Image Area Although the D700 can record photographs with the same diagonal picture angle as a 35mm format camera using a 3 : 2 aspect ratio, it can also - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 301
Select from the Picture Controls provided with the camera to instantly adjust image processing settings (pg. 160). Manage Picture Control Save and modify custom Picture Control combinations, or copy custom Picture Controls to or from the memory card (pg. 168). Color Space Choose from sRGB and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 302
type of lens, TIFF and JPEG images may exhibit unevenness or variations in peripheral brightness, while custom Picture Controls and Nikon Picture Controls that have been modified from default settings may not produce the desired effect. Take test shots and view the results in the monitor. Vignette - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 303
will slow and while photographs are being processed, the capacity of the memory buffer will drop. Photographs can not be taken until processing is complete from the displays. Noise reduction will not be performed if the camera is turned off before processing is complete. Off (default) Long - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 304
photographs are being processed, the capacity of the memory buffer will drop. U Low Choose the amount Settings Adjust ISO sensitivity and ISO sensitivity auto control settings (pp. 106, 108). Live View Choose a live view mode and the release mode that will be used when the camera is in live view - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 305
Interval Timer Shooting Take photographs automatically at pre-selected intervals. Use for time-lapse movies of such subjects as flowers opening or butterflies emerging from cocoons (pg. 203). U 279 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 306
Camera Settings Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. To display the Custom Settings, press G and press 4 to highlight the tab for current menu, then press 1 or 3 to highlight the Custom Settings tab; for more information, see page 26. Custom Setting - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 307
Custom Settings are available: Custom Setting Page Custom Setting Page B Custom setting bank 282 d Shooting/display A Reset custom settings lock f4 Photo info/ Customize command dials 326 d1 Beep 298 f10 Release button to use dial 328 d2 Viewfinder grid display 298 f11 No memory card - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 308
C: Custom Setting Bank Custom Settings are stored in one of four banks. Changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera to these settings. The new settings will be stored in - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 309
-servo AF, rotate the focus mode selector to C. Option Description G Release (default) Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed. E Release + focus Photos can be taken even when the camera is not in focus. In continuous mode, frame rate slows for improved focus if - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 310
This option controls whether photographs can be taken only when the camera is in focus (focus priority) or whenever the shutterrelease Option G Release F Focus (default) Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed. Photos can only be taken when the in-focus - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 311
If the subject leaves the selected focus point when dynamic-area AF (I; pg. 74) is selected in continuous-servo AF (focus mode C; pg. 72), the camera will focus based on information from surrounding focus points. Choose the number of focus points from 9, 21, and 51 based on subject movement. Only - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 312
Option Description If the subject leaves the selected focus point, the camera will use 3D-tracking to track the subject f 51 points (3D-tracking) and select a new focus point as required. Use to quickly compose pictures with subjects that are moving erratically from side to side (e.g., tennis - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 313
from refocusing when the subject is briefly obscured by objects passing through the frame. The camera immediately adjusts focus when the distance Off to the subject changes. Use when photographing a series of subjects at varying distances in quick succession. a5: AF Activation This option - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 314
a6: AF Point Illumination Choose whether the active focus point is highlighted in red in the viewfinder. Option Description Auto (default) The selected focus point is automatically highlighted as needed to establish contrast with the background. DX format crop is indicated by frame in viewfinder - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 315
a8: AF Point Selection Choose the number of focus points available for manual focuspoint selection. Option Description Choose from the 51 focus points B 51 points (default) shown at right. Choose from the 11 focus points shown at right. Use for quick A 11 points focus-point selection. U 289 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 316
light to assist the focus Off operation. The camera may not be able to focus using autofocus when lighting is poor. A The AF-Assist using the illuminator, use a lens with a focal length of 24- 200 mm and remove the lens hood. A See Also See page 375 for restrictions on the lenses that can be used - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 317
the function assigned to the B button on the optional MB-D10 battery pack. Option Description A AF-ON (default) Pressing the MB-D10 Same as FUNC. button The MB-D10 B button performs the function selected for Custom Setting f5 (pg. 320). D The B Button Pressing the B button will not activate vibration - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 318
be selected from 1/2 and 1 EV. J 1 step Changes to shutter speed and aperture are in increments equivalent to 1 EV. The bracketing increment is set to 1 EV. b3: Exp Comp/Fine Tune This option determines whether adjustments to exposure and flash compensation are made in increments equivalent to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 319
not reset when the camera or exposure meters turn off. Off Exposure compensation is set by pressing the E (default) button and rotating the main command dial. A Change Main/Sub The dial used to set exposure compensation when On (Auto reset) or On is selected for Custom Setting b4 (Easy exposure - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 320
CPU and non-CPU lenses. b6: Fine Tune Optimal Exposure Use this option to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera. Exposure can be fine tuned separately for each metering method by from +1 to -1 EV in steps of 1/6 EV. 1 Select Custom Setting b6. Highlight Custom Setting b6 (Fine tune - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 321
Exposure can be fine-tuned separately for each Custom Settings bank and is not affected by two-button resets. Note that as the exposure compensation (E) icon is not displayed, the only way to determine how much exposure has been altered is to view - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 322
setting of Off, exposure only locks when the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed. If On is selected, exposure will also lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. c2: Auto Meter-off Delay This option controls how long the camera delay for longer battery life. When the camera is powered by an - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 323
. Choose from 4 s (the default for image review), 10 s (the default for playback and shooting information), 20 s (the default for menus), 1 minute, 5 minutes, or 10 minutes. Choose a shorter monitor-off delay for longer battery life. Regardless of the setting chosen, the monitor remains on if no - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 324
when the self-timer is used or the camera focuses in single-servo autofocus (note that a beep will not sound if Release is selected for Custom Setting a2 (AF-S priority lines displayed except when DX format (24 × 16) is selected for Image area. Off (default) On-demand grid lines not displayed. d3: - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 325
without the optional MB-D10 battery pack is 5 fps. d5: Max. Continuous Release The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst in continuous mode can be set to any value between 1 and 100. A The Memory Buffer Regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting d5, shooting will slow - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 326
continues from the last number used when a new folder is created, the memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted in the camera. Option Description When a new folder is created, the memory card formatted, or a new memory card inserted in the camera, file numbering continues from - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 327
Info Display At the default setting of Auto (AUTO), the color of the lettering in the information display (pg. 12) will automatically change from black to white or white to black to maintain contrast with the background. To always use the same color lettering, select Manual and choose Dark on light - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 328
48). Select Off for increased battery life. d9: Exposure Delay Mode At the default setting of Off, shutter is released when the shutterrelease button is pressed. When shooting with Tripod selected in live view mode (pg. 96) or in situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, On - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 329
characteristics and limited capacity, alkaline and nickel-manganese batteries should only be used if no alternative is available and then only at warmer temperatures. The camera shows the level of AA batteries as follows: Control panel L I H (blinks) Viewfinder - d d (blinks) Description - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 330
Order Choose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-D10 battery pack is attached. Option 5 Use MB-D10 batteries first (default) 6 Use camera battery first Description The camera battery is used only when the batteries in the MB - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 331
-speed sync with SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SB-R200 flash units. If other flash units are 1/320 s (Auto FP) used, shutter speed is set to 1/320 s. When the camera shows a shutter speed of 1/320 s in exposure mode e or g, auto FP high-speed sync will be activated if the actual shutter - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 332
Flash Control at 1/320 s (Auto FP) When 1/320 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, pg. 305), the built-in flash and optional SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SB-R200 flash units can be used at shutter speeds as fast as 1/320 s; at faster speeds, Auto FP High - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 333
D The Flash-Ready Indicator When the flash fires at full power, the flash-indicator in the camera viewfinder will blink to warn that the resulting photograph may be underexposed. Note that the flash-ready indicators on optional flash units will not display - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 334
speed available when using front- or rear-curtain sync or red-eye reduction in programmed auto or aperture-priority auto exposure modes (regardless of the setting chosen, shutter speeds can be as slow as 30 s in shutter-priority auto and manual exposure modes or at flash settings of slow sync - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 335
built-in flash can be viewed in the shooting information display (pg. 189). A The SB-400 When an optional SB-400 flash unit is attached and turned on, Custom Setting e3 changes to Optional flash, allowing the flash control mode for the SB-400 to be selected from TTL and Manual (Repeating flash and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 336
❚❚ Manual Choose a flash level between Full and 1/128 (1/128 of full power). At full power, the built-in flash has a Guide Number of 18/59 (m/ft., ISO 200, 20°C/68°F). ❚❚ Repeating Flash The flash fires repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a strobe-light effect. Press 4 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 337
SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, or SB-R200 flash units in up to two groups (A and B) using advanced wireless lighting. Selecting this option displays the menu shown at right. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the Choose from channels 1-4. All flash units in both groups must be set to the same channel. 311 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 338
for the built-in flash. Note that output level can not be adjusted in - - mode. 2 Adjust settings for group A. Choose the flash control mode and output level for the flash units in group A. 3 Adjust settings for group B. Choose the flash control mode and output level for the flash units in group - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 339
camera. (built-in flash) 5 m/15 ft. or less 7 Set the remote flash units to the selected channel. Turn all the remote flash units on and set them to the channel selected in Step 4. See the Speedlight instruction manuals and shoot. After confirming that the camera flash-ready light and the U - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 340
produces brighter timing flashes. After positioning the remote flash units, take a test shot and view the results in the camera monitor. Although there is no limit on the number of remote flash units that may be used, the practical maximum is three. With more than this number, the light emitted by - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 341
setting) is selected when the camera is being used with the built-in flash or an optional SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, or SB-R200 flash unit, a modeling flash will be emitted when the camera that white balance bracketing is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG. U 315 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 342
flash or AE only is selected for Custom Setting e5 in manual exposure mode. Option Description F Flash/speed (default) Camera varies shutter speed (Custom Setting e5 set to AE only) or shutter speed and flash level (Custom Setting e5 set to AE & flash). Camera varies shutter speed and aperture - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 343
e7: Bracketing Order At the default setting of MTR>under>over (H), bracketing is performed in the order described on pages 132 and 136. If Under>MTR>over (I) is selected, shooting will proceed in order from the lowest to the highest value. U 317 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 344
point Pressing the center of the multi selector in shooting mode highlights the active focus point. Pressing the center of the multi selector has Not used no effect when the camera is in shooting U mode. 318 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 345
the multi selector to toggle between full-frame and thumbnail playback. o View histograms In both full-frame and thumbnail playback, a histogram is and Zoom on/ p off playback zoom. Choose the initial zoom setting from Low magnification, Medium magnification, and High magnification. The zoom - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 346
the multi selector buttons so that pressing 1 or 3 displays additional images and pressing 4 or 2 changes the photo information displayed, select Info42/Playback13. This setting also applies to the multi selector on the optional MB-D10 battery pack. f5: Assign FUNC. Button Choose the role played by - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 347
Flash off The flash will not fire in photos taken while the Fn button is pressed. t or CL) is selected, the camera will repeat the bracketing burst while Live view * frequently-used menu item. Press the Fn button to toggle live view on and off. U Not available when the mode dial is set to a - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 348
None No operation is performed when the Fn button is (default) pressed. * This option can not be used in combination with FUNC. button+dials (pg. 323). Selecting this options displays a message and sets FUNC. button+dials to None. If another option is selected for FUNC. button+dials while this - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 349
Custom Setting f5 displays the following options: Option Description i Choose image area Press the Fn button and rotate a command dial to choose the image rotate a command dial to w CPU lens choose a lens number specified using the Non- number CPU lens data option. Press the Fn button and - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 350
preview button, either by itself (Preview button press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Preview + command dials). The that the default option for Preview button press is Preview and the default setting for Preview + command dials is None. A The Shooting Information Display The - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 351
f7: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button Choose the role played by the AE-L/AF-L button, either by itself (AE-L/AF-L button press) or when used in combination with the command dials (AE-L/AF-L+command dials). The options available for AE-L/AF-L button press are the same as for FUNC. button - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 352
Use this option to lock shutter speed at the value selected in shutter-priority auto or manual exposure mode, or to lock aperture at the value selected in aperture-priority auto or manual command dials. This setting also applies to the command dials for the MB-D10. At the default setting of Off, - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 353
setting with the lens aperture ring and the camera aperture display will show aperture in increments of 1 EV (aperture for type G lenses is still set using the sub-command dial). Live view or down. The sub-command dial is used to display additional photo information in full-frame playback and to - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 354
" option as described on page 323, setting will also end when the Fn, depth-of-field preview, or AE-L/AF-L button is pressed). Except when No limit is selected for Custom Setting c2 Auto meter-off delay or an optional EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter is used, setting will also end when the exposure - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 355
only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera. Note that when photographs are being captured to a computer using Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately), photographs are not recorded to the camera memory card and the shutter will be enabled regardless of the setting chosen for this - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 356
f12: Reverse Indicators At the default setting of (V), the exposure indicators in the control panel, viewfinder and shooting information display are displayed with positive values on the left and negative values on - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 357
26. Option See page Format memory card 332 LCD brightness 332 Clean image sensor 392 Lock mirror up for cleaning 1 395 Video mode 333 HDMI 333 World time 334 Language 334 Image comment 335 Auto image rotation 336 Dust off ref photo 337 Battery info 340 Wireless transmitter - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 358
required. D During Formatting Do not turn the camera off or remove memory cards during formatting. A Two-Button Format Memory cards can also be formatted using the Q (O and I) buttons (pg. 43). LCD Brightness Press 1 or 3 to choose from seven settings for monitor brightness. Choose higher values for - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 359
VCR via the video connector, be sure the camera video mode matches the device video standard (NTSC or PAL). HDMI The camera is equipped with an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) mini-pin connector, allowing pictures to be played back on high-definition televisions or monitors using a type - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 360
order, and turn daylight saving time on or off. Option Description Time zone Choose a time zone. The camera clock is automatically set to the time in the new time zone. Date and time Set the camera clock (pg. 38). Date format Choose the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 361
Image Comment Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed in ViewNX (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately) (pg. 388). The comment is also visible on the third page of the photo information display. • Done: Save changes and return to the setup menu. • Input - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 362
-orientation) photographs for display during playback, select On for the Rotate tall option in the playback menu (pg. 265). Note that because the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review (pg. 219). U 336 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 363
data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual). Dust off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is mounted on the camera. A lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended. When using a zoom lens, zoom - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 364
, set focus to infinity manually. 3 Acquire dust off reference data. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data. The monitor turns off when the shutter-release button is pressed. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 365
Data The same reference data can be used for photographs taken with different lenses or at different apertures. Reference images can not be viewed using computer imaging software. A grid pattern is displayed when reference images are viewed on the camera; histograms and highlights are not displayed - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 366
example when measuring preset white balance. This item is displayed only when the camera is powered by an optional MB-D10 battery pack equipped with an EN-EL4a or EN-EL4 battery (available separately). Calibration • j: Due to repeated use and recharging, calibration is required to ensure that - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 367
the camera is powered by an optional MB-D10 battery pack depends on the type of batteries used: EN-EL3e EN-EL4a/EN-EL4 (option) 8 × AA (option) Bat. meter ✔ ✔ ✔ Pic. meter ✔ ✔ - Calibration - ✔ - Charging life ✔ ✔ - Wireless Transmitter This option is used to adjust settings for connection - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 368
to be detected using Nikon's optional Image Authentication software. Image authentication information can not be embedded in existing photographs. Photographs taken with image authentication on are marked with a p icon on the file information and overview pages of the photo information display (pp - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 369
information is visible on the fourth page of the photo information display (pg. 228) and can be viewed using ViewNX (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately or transferring the camera to another person. Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 370
Image area JPEG compression NEF (RAW) recording Shooting White balance (with fine tuning and presets d-0-d-4) (all banks) Set Picture Control Color space Active D-Lighting Vignette control Long exp. NR High ISO NR ISO sensitivity settings Live view Custom settings (all banks) All Custom - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 371
My Menu items My Menu/ Recent Settings All recent settings Choose tab Settings saved using the D700 can be restored by selecting Load settings. Note that Save/load settings is only available when a memory card is inserted in the camera, and that the Load settings option is only available if the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 372
tilted at a sharp angle forward or back. If the camera is unable to measure the tilt angle, the virtual horizon display will turn off. A See Also For information on using the electronic analog exposure displays as a tilt meter, see Custom Setting f5 (Assign FUNC. button > FUNC. button press; pg. 320 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 373
can be stored for each type of lens. Current value Choose the AF tuning value used Default when no previously saved value exists for the current lens (CPU lenses only). Move focal point toward camera. Previous value List previously saved AF tuning values. If a value exists for the current - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 374
autofocus when Tripod is selected in live view mode (pg. 96). A Saved Value Only one value can be stored for each type of lens. If a teleconverter is used, separate values can be stored for each combination of lens and teleconverter. Firmware Version View the current camera firmware version. U 348 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 375
used to create trimmed, or retouched copies of the photographs on the memory card. The retouch menu is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera Filter effects * 358 n Color balance * 358 o Image overlay 359 p Side-by-side comparison 362 * Not - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 376
Creating Retouched Copies Except in the case of Image overlay (pg. 359) and Side-by-side comparison (pg. 362), the photographs to be frame playback without creating a retouched copy, press K. U A See Also See page 242 for information on using the J button with the WT-4 wireless transmitter. 350 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 377
select. Depending on the option selected, a menu may be displayed; highlight an option and press 2. 2 Select a picture. The pictures on the memory card will be displayed. Use the multi selector to highlight a picture (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button). U 351 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 378
3 Display retouch options. Press J to display retouch options (see the section for the selected option for details). To exit without creating a retouched copy, press G. 4 Create a retouched copy. Press J to create a retouched copy. Retouched copies are indicated by a N icon. U 352 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 379
quality as the original, copies created from NEF (RAW) photos are saved as large fine-quality JPEG images, and copies created from TIFF (RGB) photos are saved as fine-quality JPEG images of the same size as the original. Sizepriority compression is used when copies are saved in JPEG format. U 353 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 380
D-Lighting D-lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. After U 354 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 381
thoroughly before proceeding. To Zoom in Zoom out View other areas of image Cancel zoom Create copy Use Description Press X button to X zoom in, W button to zoom out. While photo is zoomed in, use multi selector to view areas of image W not visible in monitor. Keep multi selector pressed - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 382
yellow; create a cropped copy as described in the following table. To Use Description Reduce size of crop W Press the W button to reduce the 4 : 3, and 5 : 4. Move crop Use multi selector to move the crop to another area of the image. Preview crop Create copy Press center of multi selector - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 383
Copies created from NEF (RAW), NEF (RAW) + JPEG, or TIFF (RGB) photos have an image quality (pg. 64) of JPEG fine; cropped copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the original. The size of the copy varies with crop size and aspect ratio. Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 5:4 Possible - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 384
filter copy a "warm" red cast. The effect can be previewed in the monitor. Color Balance Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed modifying color balance. The JPEG copy will have an image quality of "fine" and a size of L. 358 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 385
from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in imaging applications. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings; before creating an overlay, set image quality and size (pp. 64, 69; all - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 386
The selected image will appear as Image 1. 5 Set gain. Optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select the gain for image 1 from the second photograph. Press 4 or 2 to highlight Image 2. Repeat Steps 2-5 to select the second photo and adjust gain. 7 Highlight the Preview column. - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 387
Overlay Only NEF (RAW) photographs created with the D700 can be selected for image overlay. Other images are not displayed in the selection screen. Only NEF (RAW) photographs with the same bit-depth can be combined. The overlay has the same photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 388
Side-by-Side Comparison Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. ❚❚ Making a Side-by-Side Comparison 1 Select a picture. Use the multi selector to select a picture and press J. Only retouched copies (shown by a N icon) or photographs that have been retouched can be selected. 2 Select - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 389
and hold the X button. If the copy was created from two images using Image overlay, press 1 or 3 to view the other source image. To exit to playback mode, press the K button. To exit to playback mode with the highlighted image displayed, press J or the center of the multi selector. D Side-by - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 390
, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus for quick access (up to 20 items). If desired, recent settings can be displayed in place of My Menu (pg. 368). Options can be added, deleted, and reordered as described below. For information on basic menu operations, see "Tutorial: Camera Menus - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 391
4 Position the new item. Press 1 or 3 to move the new item up or down in My Menu. Press J to add the new item. 5 View My Menu. The items currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark. Items indicated by a V icon can not be selected. Repeat steps 1-4 to select additional items. U 365 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 392
Deleting Options from My Menu 1 Select Remove items. In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2. 2 Select items. Highlight items and press 2 to select or deselect. Selected items are indicated by a check mark. 3 Select Done. Highlight Done and press J. A confirmation dialog will be displayed - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 393
Reordering Options in My Menu 1 Select Rank items. In My Menu (O), highlight Rank items and press 2. 2 Select an item. Highlight the item you wish to move and press J. 3 Position the item. Press 1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press J. Repeat Steps 2-3 to reposition additional - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 394
highlight Choose tab and press 2. 2 Select Recent Settings. Highlight Recent settings and press J. The name of the menu will change from "MY MENU" to "RECENT SETTINGS." Menu items will be added to the top of the recent settings menu as they are used. To view My Menu again, select My Menu for Recent - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 395
. 391 Storage pg. 391 Cleaning pg. 391 The Low-Pass Filter pg. 392 "Clean Now pg. 392 "Clean at Startup/Shutdown pg. 393 Manual Cleaning pg. 395 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions pg. 398 Troubleshooting pg. 402 Error Messages pg. 409 Appendix pg. 417 Specifications pg. 428 n 369 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 396
for use with the D700. CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type G and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel. Type G lenses are not equipped with a lens aperture ring. CPU contacts Aperture ring CPU lens Type G lens Type D lens Compatible CPU Lenses 1 Camera setting - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 397
manually until image in viewfinder is in focus. 10 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. A The AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter The AF-S/AF-I teleconverter can be used with the following AF-S and AF-I lenses n 1 Autofocus not supported. 2 Autofocus not supported when used with AF-S Teleconverter TC - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 398
Non-CPU Lenses 1 Non-CPU lenses include manual focus lenses and other lenses without a built-in CPU. The following is a list of compatible non- CPU lenses and accessories. Camera setting Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Lens/accessory S C M (with electronic rangefinder) M P S A - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 399
and center-weighted metering is used when matrix metering is selected. Non-CPU lenses can only be used in exposure modes g and h, when aperture must be set using the lens aperture ring. If the maximum aperture has not been specified using Non-CPU lens data, the camera aperture display will show the - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 400
-24mm f/2.8G ED, the flash will be unable to light the entire subject at all ranges. The built-in flash can also be used with AI-, AI-modified Nikkor, Nikon Series E and non-CPU lenses with a focal length of 24-300mm. AI 50- 300mm f/4.5, modified AI 50-300mm f/4.5, and AI-S 50-300mm f/4.5 ED - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 401
that block the subject's view of the AF-assist illuminator may interfere with red-eye reduction. D AF-Assist Illumination The AF-assist illuminator can be used with lenses with focal lengths of 24- 200 mm. AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • AF-S VR 200mm f/2G - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 402
A Calculating Picture Angle The D700 can be used with Nikon lenses for 35mm (135) format cameras. If Auto DX crop is on (the default setting) and a 35mm format lens is attached, the picture angle will be the same as a frame of 35mm film (36.0 × 23.9 mm); if a DX lens is - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 403
communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography. The Creative Lighting System supports the following features: • i-TTL flash control: Improved through-the-lens (TTL) flash control for use with CLS (see page 184). Flash level is set using monitor pre-flashes - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 404
Flash Units The D700 can be used with the unit SB-900 1 SB-800 SB-600 SB-400 SB-R200 2 Guide No. 3 ISO 100 34/111 ISO 200 48/157 Auto power SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander When mounted on a CLS-compatible camera, the SU-800 can be used as a commander for remote SB-900, SB-800, SB-600 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 405
calculate the range of the flash at full power, divide the Guide Number by the aperture. For example, at ISO 100 the SB-800 has a Guide Number of 38 m or 125 ft. (35 mm zoom head position); its range at an aperture of f/5.6 is 38÷5.6 or about 6.8 meters (or in feet, - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 406
Non-TTL auto ✔6 - - ✔5 - ✔5 - - GN Distance-priority manual M Manual RPT Repeating flash Auto FP High-Speed Sync 7 FV lock AF-assist for multi data using Non-CPU lens data. 6 Selected with flash unit. 7 Select 1/320 s (Auto FP) or 1/250 s (Auto FP) for Custom Setting e1 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 407
flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. If they are set to TTL, the camera shutter-release button - M Manual ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ G Repeating flash ✔ - - - REAR Rear-curtain sync ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 1 Flash mode is automatically set to TTL and shutter-release is disabled. Set flash unit - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 408
Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the Speedlight supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System, refer to the section on CLScompatible digital SLR cameras. The D700 is not included in the "digital SLR" category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. i-TTL flash control can be used - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 409
voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash. Before using a Nikon Speedlight not listed in this section, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative for more information. n 383 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 410
Flash Contacts The D700 is equipped with an accessory shoe for attaching optional flash units directly to the camera and a sync terminal that allows flash units to be connected via a sync cable. ❚❚ The Accessory Shoe Use the accessory shoe to mount optional flash units directly on the camera without - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 411
-18a can be used to recharge EN-EL3e battery. • AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5: These AC adapters can be used to power the camera for extended periods. • Wireless Transmitter WT-4: Connects the camera to wireless and Ethernet networks. The photographs on the camera memory card can be viewed by computers - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 412
photography, copying, telephoto lenses, and other tasks that call for added precision. DK-18 eyepiece adapter (available separately) required. • Eyepiece Adapter DK-18: The DK-18 is used when attaching the DG-2 magnifier or DR-3 right-angle viewing attachment to the D700. • Antifog Finder Eyepiece - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 413
, SB-600, and SB-400 Optional flash • Nikon Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200 units • Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 PC card adapters See page 378 for more information. • PC Card Adapter EC-AD1: The EC-AD1 PC card adapter allows Type I CompactFlash memory cards to be inserted in PCMCIA - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 414
: Determine whether photographs taken with image authentication (pg. 342) on have been modified after shooting. Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software. Most Nikon software offers an auto update feature when the computer is connected to the Internet. • Body Cap: The body cap keeps the mirror - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 415
ft. 3 in.) Remote Cord MC-30 Remote shutter release; can be used to reduce camera shake or keep the shutter open during a time exposure. 80 cm radio control set, MT-2 intervalometer, and ML-2 modulite control set. 20 cm (8 in.) GPS Adapter Cord MC-35 Connects GPS devices to D700 via PC cable - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 416
❚❚ Approved Memory Cards The following Type I CompactFlash memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D700: Extreme IV SDCFX4 SanDisk Extreme III Ultra II SDCFX3 SDCFH Standard SDCFB Professional UDMA 300 × Lexar Media Platinum II 80 × 60 × Professional 133 × WA 8 GB, 4 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 417
Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and store the battery in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. Do not store - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 418
sensor cleaning is most effective when the camera is placed base down as shown at right. 2 Display the Clean image sensor menu. Highlight Clean image sensor in the setup menu and press 2. D Image Dust Off The Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 can not use dust off reference data recorded before - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 419
progress. The message shown at right will be displayed when cleaning is complete. ❚❚ "Clean at Startup/Shutdown" 1 Select Clean at startup/ shutdown. Display the Clean image sensor menu as described in Step 2 on the previous page. Highlight Clean at startup/ shutdown and press 2. n 393 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 420
fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean n the image sensor manually (pg. 395) 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 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 421
in the setup menu, the filter can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 1 Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter. A reliable power - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 422
Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikonauthorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 7 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap. n 396 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 423
Low-Pass Filter Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the low-pass filter during production and shipping. The D700, however, is designed to be used with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are removed or - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 424
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may memory card, or affect the product's internal circuitry. Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun: Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light source for an extended period. Intense light may cause the image - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 425
moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals. To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away. Store the battery in a cool, dry n place. Replace the terminal cover before - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 426
battery while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory entering the eyes and mouth. Replace the monitor cover when transporting the camera or leaving it unattended. n 400 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 427
handling the battery. Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment. Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat. After removing the battery from the camera, be sure to replace the terminal cover. Charge the battery before use. When taking photographs on important occasions, ready - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 428
information. ❚❚ Display Problem Solution Page Viewfinder is out of focus. Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional diopter adjustment lenses. 45 Viewfinder is dark. Insert a fully-charged battery. 46 Displays turn off without warning. Choose longer delays for Custom Setting c2 (Auto meter - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 429
for Custom Setting f9 (Customize command dials) > Aperture setting to use lens aperture ring to adjust aperture. • Exposure mode S selected with A selected for shutter speed. • Rotate focus-mode selector to S or C. • Camera unable to focus using autofocus: use manual focus or Photos are - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 430
Camera is in focus mode C: use AE-L/ AF-L button to lock focus. 79 Image size can not be changed. Image quality set to Photos not recorded in live view mode. shutter. • Unless Release is chosen for 95, 284 Custom Setting a2 (AF-S priority n selection), shutter release is disabled if camera - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 431
• Shutter speed is slower than 1 s: 277 photos. use long exposure noise reduction. • Camera is in focus mode C. 72 • Center focus point is not selected 74 for single-point AF or dynamic- area AF. AF-assist illuminator does not light. • Off selected for Custom Setting a9 (Built-in AF-assist - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 432
consistent results over a series of 166 image. photographs, choose a setting other than A (auto). Metering can not be • Autoexposure lock is in effect. 126 changed. • Camera is in live view mode. 100 Exposure compensation can not be used. Choose exposure mode e, f, or g. 128 Reddish - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 433
image review. • Camera was pointed up or down 219 336 when photo was taken. Can not delete photo. Photo is protected: remove protection. 235 Message is displayed stating that no images are available Select All for Playback folder. 263 for playback. Can not change print order. Memory card - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 434
). Can not copy picture to computer using Nikon Transfer. The camera is not compatible with Windows 2000 Professional. Use card reader to copy pictures from memory - card. ❚❚ Miscellaneous Problem Solution Page Date of recording is not correct. Set camera clock. 38 Some options are not - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 435
ring is Set ring to minimum not set to minimum aperture (largest 37 aperture. f-number). H d Low battery. Ready a fully-charged spare battery. 46 • Battery exhausted. • Battery can not be used. • Recharge or replace battery. • Contact Nikonauthorized service representative. H (blinks - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 436
Control Viewpanel finder Problem Solution Page B (blinks) - Camera clock is not set. Set camera clock. 38 No Camera unable to focus using autofocus. Focus manually. 81 • Use a lower ISO 106 sensitivity • In exposure mode: Subject too bright; q photo will be overexposed. e Use - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 437
Indicator Control Viewpanel finder Problem Solution Page • Use a higher ISO 106 sensitivity • In exposure mode: r Subject too dark; photo e Use flash will be underexposed. f Lower shutter 185 118 speed g Choose a larger 119 aperture (smaller f-number) A (blinks) A selected in - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 438
photos at current settings, or camera has run out of size. • Delete photographs. • Insert new memory file or folder numbers. card. 427 64, 69 262 41 Release shutter. If error O (blinks) Camera malfunction. persists or appears frequently, consult Nikon-authorized - service representative - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 439
Indicator Control Monitor panel Problem Solution Page No memory card. Camera cannot S detect memory card. • Error accessing This memory memory card. card cannot be used. Card may be damaged. (blinks) Insert another card. • Unable to create new folder. Turn camera off and confirm - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 440
Monitor panel Problem Solution Page This card is not formatted. Format the card. C (blinks) Memory card has not been formatted for use in camera. Format memory card or insert new memory card. 41,43 Folder contains no images. Select folder No images on containing images - memory card or - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 441
Indicator Control Monitor panel Problem Solution Cannot select this file. - Memory card does not contain images that can be retouched. Images created with other devices can not be retouched. Check printer. - Printer error. Check printer. To resume, select Continue (if available). Check - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 442
Indicator Control Monitor panel Problem Solution Check ink supply. - Ink error. Check ink. To resume, select Continue. Out of ink. - Printer is out of ink. Replace ink and select Continue. * See printer manual for more information. Page 244 * 244 * n 416 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 443
Appendix The Appendix covers the following topics: • Defaults pg. 418 • Memory Card Capacity pg. 423 • Exposure Program pg. 426 • Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range pg. 427 n 417 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 444
are restored either with a two-button reset or using Reset shooting menu or Reset custom settings. ❚❚ Defaults Restored with a Two-Button Reset (pg. 196) 1 Option Default ISO sensitivity (pg. 106) 200 Image quality (pg. 64) JPEG normal Shooting Image size (pg. 69) menu 2 White balance (pg - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 445
Option File naming (pg. 274) Image quality (pg. 64) Image size (pg. 69) Image area (pg. 58) Auto DX crop (pg. 58) Choose image area (pg. 59) JPEG compression pg. 278) ISO sensitivity settings (pg. 106) ISO sensitivity (pg. 106) ISO sensitivity auto control (pg. 108) Live view Live view mode (pg. 90) - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 446
timer delay (pg. 297) 10 s Monitor off delay (pg. 297) Playback 10 s c4 Menus 20 s Shooting info display 10 s Image review 4s * Only the settings in the bank currently selected using the Custom setting bank option will be reset (pg. 282). Settings in all other banks n are unaffected. 420 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 447
flash (pg. 309) e4 Modeling flash (pg. 315) e5 Auto bracketing set (pg. 315) e6 Auto bracketing (Mode M) (pg. 316) e7 Bracketing order (pg. 317) Default High Off On 3 fps 100 On Auto Off Off LR6 (AA alkaline) Use MB-D10 batteries first 1/250 s 1/60 s TTL On AE & flash Flash/speed MTR > under - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 448
Playback mode f3 Multi selector (pg. 319) f4 Photo info/playback (pg. 320) Assign FUNC. button Customize command dials (pg. 326) Reverse rotation (pg. 326) f9 Change main/sub (pg. 326) Aperture setting (pg. 327) Menus and playback (pg. 327) f10 Release button to use dial (pg. 328) f11 No memory card - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 449
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 2 GB SanDisk Extreme IV (SDCFX4) card at different image quality, image size, and image area settings. ❚❚ FX Format (36 × 24) Image Area 1 Image quality Image size File size 2 No. of images - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 450
images will be recorded with DX lenses, FX-format images with other lenses. 2 All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded. 3 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer. Drops if Optimal quality is selected for JPEG compression, ISO sensitivity is set - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 451
A d5-Max. Continuous Release (pg. 299) The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst can be set to any amount between 1 and 100. n 425 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 452
maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensitivity; the above graph assumes an ISO sensitivity of ISO 200 equivalent. When matrix metering is used, values over 171/3 EV are reduced to 171/3 EV. n 426 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 453
Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range The range of the built-in flash varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. Aperture at ISO equivalent of Range 200 400 800 1600 3200 6400 m ft. 1.4 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 1.0-8.5 3ft. 3in.-27ft. 11in. 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 0.7-6.1 2ft. 4in.-20ft. 2.8 4 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 454
Can be selected from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome; storage for up to nine custom Picture Controls Type I CompactFlash memory cards (UDMA compliant) DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif 2.21 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 455
camera (e and f modes) Instant return, electronically controlled • DX AF Nikkor: All functions supported • Type G or D AF Nikkor: All functions supported (PC Micro- Nikkor does not support some functions). IX Nikkor lenses not supported speed), a (live view), E (self-timer), MUP (mirror up) n 429 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 456
) • With optional MB-D10 multi-power battery pack and EN-EL4a/EN- EL4 or AA batteries or with optional EH-5a/EH-5 AC weighting based on average of entire frame (non-CPU lenses use 12-mm circle or average of entire frame) • (f ); aperture priority auto (g); manual (h) Exposure compensation -5 - - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 457
be set to Nikon supported Can be selected from 51 or 11 focus points Single-point AF, dynamic-area AF, auto-area AF Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button Flash Built-in flash Manual pop-up with button release and a Guide - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 458
mode Flash compensation Flash-ready indicator Accessory shoe Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Sync terminal White balance White balance Live view Modes Autofocus • TTL: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR using 1,005-segment RGB sensor are available with built - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 459
Playback Playback Interface USB Video output HDMI output Ten-pin remote terminal Supported languages Supported languages Power source Battery Battery pack AC adapter Tripod socket Tripod socket 3-in., 920k-dot (VGA), low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with 170 ° viewing angle, 100% frame coverage - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 460
battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover Operating environment Temperature 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation) • Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 °C (68 °F). • Nikon - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 461
print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.21: The camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.21, a standard in which information stored with photographs is used for optimal color reproduction when the images are output on Exif-compliant - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 462
once every 30 s; flash fired once every other shot. Live view not used. 2 Measured at 20 °C/68 °F with an AF-S VR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED lens under the following test conditions: image quality set to JPEG basic, image size set to M (medium), shutter speed 1/250 s, shutter-release button pressed halfway - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 463
(vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL3e batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance. • Use batteries immediately after charging. Batteries will lose their charge if left unused. n 437 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 464
camera Manual), 121 Q (Help), 26, 31 t (Memory buffer), 53 L (Preset manual Mode M), 316 Auto bracketing set, 315 AE & flash, 305, 306, 377 Auto image rotation, 336 Auto meter off Battery, 32, 34, 46, 302, 304, 340 charging, 32 pack, 302, 304, 341, 385 Battery info, 340 Battery order, 304 Beep, 298 Body - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 465
image sensor, 392 Clock, 39, 334 battery, 40 CLS, 377 Color balance, 358 Color space, 181 Adobe RGB, 181 sRGB, 181 Color temperature, 141, 142, 147 CompactFlash, 41, 332, 390 Computer, 238 Control panel, 8 Copyright information, 343 CPU lens, 37, 370 Creative Lighting System, 377 Custom setting - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 466
Focusing screen, 429 Format, 43, 332 Format memory card, 332 Front-curtain sync, 188 FV lock, 192 FX format (36x24), 59 G GPS, 213, 229 connecting, 213 440 data, 214, 229 GPS, 213 GPS data, 229 H HDMI, 257, 435 HDMI, 333 Help, 26, 31 HI, 107 Hide image, 263 High definition, 257, 333, 435 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 467
data, 211 removing, 37 Lens mount, 5, 82 Live view, 89-101 Live view, 89 Live view mode, 90 Hand-held, 90 Tripod, 90 Release Manual, 72, 81, 94, 121 Matrix, 112, 113, 295 Max. continuous release, 299 MB-D10, 291, 302, 304, 341, 385 MB-D10 battery type, 302 Memory buffer, 53, 84, 87, 88 Memory card - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 468
button to use dial, 328 Release mode, 83, 91 continuous, 84, 86, 91 high speed, 84, 86 442 low speed, 84, 86, 91, 299 dial, 85 lock release, 85 live view, 89 mirror up, 104 self-timer, 102 single-frame, 84 Remote cord, 101, 104, 389 Reset, 196, 271, 282, 418 Reset custom settings, 282 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 469
, 255 mode, 333 Video mode, 333 Viewfinder, 10, 45, 429 eyepiece, 45, 102, 205 focus, 45, 81 Viewfinder grid display, 298 ViewNX, 64, 161, 182, 243 Vignette control, 276 Virtual horizon, 99, 322, 346 Virtual horizon, 346 W WB, 135, 140 White balance, 135, 140 bracketing, 135 preset manual, 141, 148 - Nikon D700 | User Manual - Page 470
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