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DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual En - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 2
on country of sale.) DK-5 eyepiece cap (0 60) AN-DC1 BK strap (0 iv) UC-E6 USB cable ViewNX 2 CD User's Manual (this manual) Warranty Purchasers of the lens kit option should confirm that the package also includes a lens. Memory cards are sold separately (0 347). Cameras purchased in Japan - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 3
Index 0 ii i Menu Options 0 vi i The Index 0 352 i Error Messages 0 332 i Troubleshooting 0 328 X Introduction s Basic Photography and Playback # P, S, A, and M Modes $ User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes k Release Mode d Image Recording Options N Focus S ISO Sensitivity Z Exposure r White Balance - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 4
? 113 i Using the Flash Can I set the flash to fire automatically when needed? How do I keep the flash from firing? 36, 119-123 How do I avoid "red-eye"? i Image Quality and Size How do I take pictures for printing at large sizes? How can I get more pictures on the memory card? 66-68 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 5
memory cards? How do I restore default settings? How do I get help for a menu or message? Connections How do I copy photos to a computer? How do I print photos? Can I print the date of recording on my photos? Maintenance and Optional Accessories What memory cards can I use? What lenses can I use - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 6
Quick Start Guide Follow these steps for a quick start with the D7100. 1 Attach the camera strap. Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. 2 Charge (0 22) and insert the battery (0 24). 3 Attach a lens (0 26). Mounting mark (camera) Mounting mark (lens) Keeping marks (indicated by white - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 7
Insert a memory card (0 30). Front 8GB 5 Turn the camera on. Slot 1 Slot 2 6 Frame the photograph (0 37). 7 Focus and shoot (0 37). AF area brackets 8 View the photograph (0 39). In-focus indicator K button A See Also For information on choosing a language and setting the time and date, see - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 8
manual Items marked with a icon can be saved to the memory card using the Save/load settings > Save settings option in the camera setup menu (0 268). The saved settings can be copied to other D7100 cameras by inserting the memory card into the camera and selecting Save/load settings > Load settings - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 9
to Off (modes P, S, A, M, %, g, i, u, 1, 2, and 3) or Auto (other modes). A CUSTOM SETTING MENU (0 229) Reset custom Yes settings No a Autofocus a1 AF-C priority Release selection Focus a2 AF-S priority Release selection Focus a3 Focus 5 (Long) tracking with 4 lock-on 3 (Normal - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 10
On illumination Off (default) d10 Exposure 3 s delay mode 2 s 1 s Off (default) d11 Flash warning On (default) Off d12 MB-D15 LR6 (AA alkaline) battery type HR6 (AA Ni-MH) (default) FR6 (AA lithium) d13 Battery order Use MB-D15 batteries first (default) Use camera battery first viii - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 11
rotation command dials Change main/sub Aperture setting Menus and playback f6 Release Yes button to use No dial (default) f7 Slot empty Release locked release lock Enable release (default) f8 Reverse indicators (default) f9 Assign AE/AF lock (default) MB-D15 4 button AE lock - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 12
only AE lock (Hold) AF lock only AF-ON None Take photos (default) Record movies B SETUP MENU (0 261) Format memory Slot 1 card Slot 2 Save user Save to U1 settings Save to U2 Reset user Reset U1 settings Reset U2 Monitor brightness -5 - +5 Clean image Clean now sensor Clean - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 13
Blue intensifier Cross screen Soft - - - Select image Choose destination Choose size - - Auto Manual - - - - - - Choose start/end point Save selected frame - Add items Remove items * Rank items Choose tab Playback menu Shooting menu Custom setting menu Setup menu Retouch menu - - MY MENU RECENT - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 14
Display...10 The Command Dials ...13 The P button ...18 Camera Menus...19 Using Camera Menus ...20 First Steps ...22 Charge the Battery ...22 Insert the Battery ...24 Attach a Lens...26 Basic Setup...28 Insert a Memory Card...30 Format the Memory Card ...32 Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...33 xii - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 15
Basic Photography and Playback 35 Battery Level and Card Capacity 35 "Point-and-Shoot" Manual ...51 Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only 52 User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes 55 Saving User Settings ...55 Recalling User Settings ...56 Resetting User Settings...56 Release Mode 57 Choosing a Release - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 16
Options 63 Image Area...63 Image Quality and Size...66 Image Quality...66 Image Size ...68 Using Two Memory Cards ...69 Focus 71 Autofocus ...71 Autofocus Mode ...71 AF-Area Mode...73 Focus Point Selection...75 Focus Lock...76 Manual Focus ...78 ISO Sensitivity 79 Auto ISO Sensitivity - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 17
158 The Information Display: Live View Photography 159 Manual Focus ...159 Movie Live View 161 Using the P Button ...164 The Live View Display: Movie Live View 165 The Information Display: Movie Live View 166 Image Area ...167 Movie Settings ...169 Viewing Movies ...171 Editing Movies ...173 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 18
Calendar Playback 197 The Playback Menu...198 Connections 201 Installing ViewNX 2 ...201 Using ViewNX 2 ...203 Copy Pictures to the Computer 203 View Pictures...204 Ethernet and 209 Printing Multiple Pictures 210 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 213 Viewing Photographs on TV 215 xvi - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 19
Guide 217 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 217 Playback Folder...217 Hide Image...218 Playback Display Options 219 Copy Image(s)...219 Image Review Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 229 Reset Custom Settings 231 a: Autofocus ...231 a1: AF-C Priority Selection 231 a2: AF-S - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 20
...251 e6: Auto Bracketing Set 251 e7: Bracketing Order ...251 f: Controls ...252 f1: OK Button...252 f2: Assign Fn Button ...253 f3: Assign Preview Button 255 f4: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button 256 f5: Customize Command Dials 257 f6: Release Button to Use Dial 258 f7: Slot Empty Release Lock 258 f8 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 21
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 261 Format Memory Card...262 Monitor Brightness ...262 Image Dust Off Ref Photo 263 Flicker Reduction...264 Time Zone and Date...265 Language ...265 Auto Image Rotation...265 Battery Info ...266 Image Comment...266 Copyright Information 267 Save/Load Settings ...268 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 22
(Mode P 327 Troubleshooting ...328 Battery/Display ...328 Shooting (All Modes)...328 Shooting (P, S, A, M) ...330 Playback ...330 Miscellaneous ...331 Error Messages...332 Specifications...336 The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 343 Approved Memory Cards 347 Memory Card Capacity ...348 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 23
and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. A Do not remain in contact with the camera, battery, or charger for extended periods while the devices are on or in use Parts of the device become hot. Leaving the device in direct contact with the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 24
battery may be hot immediately after use or when the product has been used on battery power for an extended period. Before removing the battery turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool. • Discontinue use the power cable to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 25
IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 26
modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 27
of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 28
: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 29
manual assume that default settings are used. A Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. See page 19 for details. D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 30
through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body X 1 8 9 2 10 3 11 12 4 4 5 13 6 14 7 15 1 Release mode dial 7, 57 2 Mode dial 6 3 Mode dial lock release 6 4 Eyelet for camera strap 5 Release mode dial lock release 7, 57 6 Accessory shoe (for optional flash unit).........303 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 31
310 11 Lens release button 27 12 AF-mode button 72, 74, 155 13 Focus-mode selector 71, 78 14 Connector for external microphone 165 15 USB connector Connecting to a computer 203 Connecting to a printer 208 16 HDMI mini connector (Type C 215 17 Accessory terminal 130, 152, 310 18 Headphone - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 32
) button .......... 65, 125, 151, 253, 259 5 Battery-chamber cover 24 6 Battery-chamber cover latch 24 7 Contact cover for optional MB-D15 battery pack 308 8 Power connector cover 311 9 CPU contacts 10 Lens mount 27, 78 11 AF coupling 12 Tripod socket 13 Body cap 26, 309 D The Microphone and - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 33
Changing settings during live view/movie recording 157, 164 Retouching pictures 275 11 Diopter adjustment control 33 12 A button Using the AE/AF lock button ..76, 84, 256, 260 13 Main command dial 13, 257 14 Multi selector 20 15 J (OK) button 20, 252 16 Focus selector lock 75 17 Memory card - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 34
. X Mode dial lock release Special Effects Modes (0 177) Use special effects during shooting. P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings. • P-Programmed auto (0 48) • S-Shutter-priority auto (0 49) • A-Aperture-priority auto (0 50) • M-Manual (0 51) Auto Modes - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 35
the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting (0 57). Release mode dial lock release X Mode S Single frame Release mode dial Description One photograph is taken each time the shutterrelease button is pressed. CL Continuous low speed The camera takes - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 36
146 Maximum aperture (non-CPU lenses 151 PC mode indicator 207 12 Memory card indicator (Slot 1 31, 69 13 Memory card indicator (Slot 2 31, 69 14 ISO sensitivity indicator 79 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator 82 15 Interval timer indicator 147 16 22 23 17 24 18 25 26 19 27 20 21 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 37
is selected for Custom Setting d2 239 7 1.3× DX crop indicator 64 8 Roll indicator (portrait orientation 254 9 Roll indicator (landscape orientation 254 10 "No memory card" indicator 30 11 Focus indicator 37, 76, 78 12 Autoexposure (AE) lock 84 13 Shutter speed 49, 51 Autofocus mode 71 14 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 38
139 Maximum aperture (non-CPU lenses 151 13 "K" (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures 35 14 Number of exposures remaining 35 Manual lens number 151 15 Fn button assignment 253 16 AE-L/AF-L button assignment 256 17 Picture Control 106 18 Long exposure noise reduction 228 19 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 39
42 41 40 39 38 37 25 Auto distortion control 227 26 "Clock not set" indicator 29, 265 27 Interval timer indicator 147 28 Exposure delay mode 241 ..... 255 38 HDR (high dynamic range 115 39 Active D-Lighting 114 40 High ISO noise reduction 228 41 Image area 64 42 Autofocus mode 71 43 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 40
Information Display To change settings for the items listed below, press the P button. Highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. P button X 1 Image area 63 2 High ISO noise reduction 228 3 Active D-Lighting 113 4 HDR (high dynamic range - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 41
The Command Dials The main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with other controls to adjust a variety of settings. M/Y button Flash mode Flash compensation D button X Bracketing AF-mode button Autofocus mode AF-area mode Sub-command dial Mode dial L/U button White - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 42
and Size Set image quality (0 66). q mode Main command dial Monitor + Choose an image size (0 68). X (T) button Main command dial + Control panel ❚❚ Autofocus Choose an autofocus mode (0 72). X (T) button Sub-command dial + Control panel Choose an AF-area mode (0 74). AF-mode button - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 43
ISO sensitivity (0 79). + W (S) button Main command dial Control panel Set auto ISO sensitivity control (0 82). X + ❚❚ Exposure Choose a combination of aperture and shutter speed (mode P; 0 48). W (S) button Sub-command dial Control panel Choose a shutter speed (mode S - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 44
Set exposure compensation (mode P, S, A, M, or % ; 0 86). + Activate or cancel bracketing/ X select number of shots command dial + Control panel L (U) button Main command dial Fine-tune white balance (0 91), set color temperature (0 94), or choose a white balance preset + (0 95) in mode P, S, - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 45
❚❚ Flash Settings Choose a flash mode (0 120). + M (Y) button Main command dial Control panel Set flash compensation (mode P, S, A, or M; 0 124). X + M (Y) button Sub-command dial Control panel 17 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 46
. X ❚❚ Viewfinder Photography Press P to view links to frequently-used shooting options at the bottom of the information display (0 12). Live View Photography/Movie Recording Press P to display a list of the settings available during live view photography or movie recording (0 157, 164). ❚❚ - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 47
Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 217) • C: Shooting (0 224) • A: Custom Settings (0 229) G button X • B: Setup (0 261) • N: Retouch (0 273) • O/m: My - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 48
Menus The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus. Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item Cancel and return to previous menu Select highlighted item or display sub-menu X Move cursor down Follow - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 49
J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 38). 21 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 50
First Steps Charge the Battery The camera is powered by an EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-25 battery charger before use. About 2 hours and 35 minutes are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains. X - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 51
A The AC Wall Adapter Depending on the country or region of purchase, an AC wall adapter may also be supplied with the charger. To use the adapter, insert it into the charger AC inlet (q). Slide the AC wall adapter latch in the direction shown (w) and rotate the adapter 90° to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 52
place when the battery is fully inserted (w). 3 Close the battery-chamber cover. Battery latch A Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand. 24 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 53
in the correct range and then unplug the charger and remove and reinsert the battery. If the problem persists, cease use immediately and take battery and X charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. Do not short the charger terminals; failure to observe this precaution - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 54
Attach a Lens The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR. Focal length scale Lens mounting mark Focal length mark Lens hood X Lens cap CPU contacts (0 296) Zoom ring Rear lens cap A-M mode switch (0 27, 78) Vibration - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 55
(autofocus) or M/A (autofocus with manual override). A Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 56
e Select language r Select time zone t Select daylight saving time option Set time and date (note that the camera uses a 24-hour clock) Select date format Note: The language and date/time can be changed at any time using the Language and Time zone and date options in the setup menu (0 265). 28 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 57
a warning at startup stating that the clock is not set and a B icon flashes in the information display, the clock battery is exhausted and the clock has been reset. Set the clock to the correct time and date. X A The Camera Clock The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 58
until it clicks into place. The memory card access lamp will light for a few seconds. Note that the camera has two memory card slots (Slot 1 and Slot 2); if you will be using only one memory card, insert it in Slot 1. Front X Slot 1 Slot 2 Format memory cards before first use or after they have been - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 59
• Do not format memory cards in a computer. A Using Two Memory Cards Slot 1 is for the main card; the card in slot 2 plays a backup or secondary role. If the default setting of Overflow is selected for Role played by card in Slot 2 (0 69) when two memory cards are inserted, the card in slot 2 will - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 60
power source during formatting. When formatting is complete, the control panel and viewfinder will show the number of photographs that can be recorded at current settings. A See Also See page 262 for information on formatting memory cards using the Format memory card option in the setup menu. 32 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 61
, select single-servo autofocus (AF-S; 0 71), single-point AF (0 73), and the center focus point (0 75), and then frame a high-contrast subject in the center focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus the camera. With the camera in focus, use the diopter adjustment control - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 62
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exchange battery. 3 Check the number of exposures remaining. The control panel and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (values over 1000 are rounded down to the nearest hundred; e.g., values between 1000 and 1099 are shown as 1.0 K). If two memory cards - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 64
other to keep your upper body stable. When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown in the bottom of the three illustrations at right. In j mode, shutter speeds slow when lighting is poor; use of a tripod is recommended. A Using a Zoom Lens Use the zoom ring to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 65
. 2 4 Focus point is behind subject. 2 4 Camera unable to focus using autofocus. (flashes) See page 72. In-focus indicator Buffer capacity While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the number of exposures that can be stored in the memory buffer ("t"; 0 58) will be displayed in the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 66
using Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 237). Exposure meters on Exposure meters off A Camera Off Display If the camera is turned off with a battery and memory card inserted, the memory card from the shutter-release button and try again. To save power when the flash is not in use, press it - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 67
DSC_0001. JPG 15/10/2012 10: 02: 28 NORMAL 6000x4000 A Image Review When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 222), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor for a few seconds after shooting. A See Also See page 186 for information on choosing a memory card slot. 39 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 68
again to delete the image and return to playback. To exit without deleting the picture, press K. O (Q) button A Delete To delete selected images (0 198), all images taken on a selected date (0 199), or all images in a chosen location on a selected memory card (0 198), use the Delete option in - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 69
The camera offers a choice of "scene" modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to lens is used, background details will be softened to lend the composition a sense of depth. Use for vivid landscape shots in daylight. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 70
stands out clearly. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. To take a sequence of shots, select continuous release mode (0 7, 57). n Close Up o Night Portrait Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close ranges - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 71
landscapes, including street lighting and neon signs. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur. s Capture the effects of indoor background lighting. Use for parties and other indoor scenes. t Beach/Snow u Sunset Capture the brightness - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 72
in the weak natural light before dawn or after sunset. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when lighting is poor. Use for portraits of active pets. The AFassist illuminator turns off. x Candlelight y Blossom For photographs taken - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 73
Colors 0 Food Captures the brilliant reds and yellows in autumn leaves. The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when lighting is poor. s Use for vivid photographs of food. Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur; the flash can also be used (0 119). 45 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 74
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M (manual), when aperture can only be adjusted using the lens aperture ring. Selecting any other mode disables the shutter release. A Non-CPU Lenses (0 295) Use the lens aperture ring to adjust aperture. If the maximum aperture of the lens has been specified using the Non-CPU lens data item in setup - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 76
aperture settings, rotate the main command dial until the indicator is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off. A The Shutter Speed and Aperture Displays The shutter speed and aperture displays can be activated by pressing the shutter-release button halfway - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 77
S: Shutter-Priority Auto In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, fast shutter speeds to "freeze" motion. Fast shutter - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 78
while the camera automatically selects the Short field depths are generally used in portraits to blur the depth-of-field preview button. The lens will be stopped down to the current aperture -of-field preview button A Custom Setting e5-Modeling Flash This setting controls whether the built-in flash - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 79
Shutter speed Aperture # Main command dial Sub-command dial A AF Micro NIKKOR Lenses Provided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be taken into account when the lens aperture ring is used to set aperture. A The Exposure Indicator If a shutter speed other than - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 80
remains open while the shutter-release button is held down. To prevent blur, use a tripod or an optional 35 s Aperture: f/25 1 Ready the camera. Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a of power before the exposure is complete, use a fully charged EN-EL15 battery or an optional EH-5b AC adapter - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 81
or optional WR-1, WR-T10, or MC-DC2 all the way down. Keep the shutter-release button pressed until the exposure is complete. Time: Press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional remote control, remote cord, or wireless remote controller all the way down. If the exposure is started - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 82
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camera will not store the options selected for Storage folder, File naming, Image area, Manage Picture Control, Remote control mode (ML-L3), Multiple exposure, or Interval timer shooting). 3 Select Save user settings. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Save user settings in the setup - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 84
assigned to Save to U2. Mode dial $ Resetting User Settings To reset settings for U1 or U2 to default values: 1 Select Reset user settings. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Reset user settings in the setup menu and press 2. G button 2 Select Reset U1 or Reset U2. Highlight - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 85
for Custom Setting d5 (CL mode shooting speed, 0 58, 239). Lower built-in flash (0 120); continuous release is not available while flash is raised. Continuous high speed: While shutter-release button is held down, camera records CH photographs at frame rate given on page 58. Use for moving - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 86
the approximate frame rates for a fully-charged EN-EL15 battery, continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster, and the remaining settings at default values. Image area DX (24×16) 1.3× (18×12) Image quality JPEG/12-bit NEF (RAW) 14-bit NEF - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 87
camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. 1 Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to E. Release mode dial 2 Frame the photograph and focus. In single-servo autofocus release mode dial to another setting. D Using - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 88
This prevents light entering via the viewfinder interfering with exposure. Hold the camera firmly when removing the rubber eyecup. DK-23 rubber eyecup DK-5 eyepiece shots, see Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer; 0 237). For information on setting a beep to sound during the timer count-down, see - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 89
not be framed in the viewfinder and autofocus and metering will not be performed. 3 Take 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 or - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 90
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Choose an image area from DX (24×16) and 1.3× (18×12). Option a DX (24×16) c 1.3× (18×12) Description Pictures are recorded using a 23.5 × 15.6 mm image area (DX format). Pictures are recorded using a 18.8 × 12.5 mm image area, producing a telephoto effect without the need to change lenses (0 68 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 92
can be set using the Image area option in the shooting menu or by pressing a control and rotating a command dial (0 65). ❚❚ The Image Area Menu 1 Select Image area in the shooting menu. Press G to display the menus. Highlight Image area in the shooting menu (0 224) and press 2. G button 2 Adjust - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 93
button, 0 253), the depth-of-field preview button (Custom Setting f3, Assign preview button, 0 255), or the A AE-L/AF-L button (Custom Setting f4, Assign AE-L/AF-L button, 0 256). 2 Use the selected control to choose an image area. The image area can be selected by pressing the selected button and - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 94
, meaning that fewer such images can be stored on the memory card (0 348). Image Quality Choose a file format and compression ratio (image quality). Option File type Description Raw data from the image sensor are saved directly to the memory card. NEF (RAW) NEF Settings such as white balance - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 95
at settings of NEF (RAW) + JPEG are viewed on the camera with only one memory card inserted, only the JPEG image will be displayed. If both copies are recorded to the same memory card, both copies will be erased when the photo is deleted. If the JPEG copy is recorded to a separate memory card using - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 96
selected for Image area, 0 63): Image area Option Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.) * Large 6000 × 4000 50.8 × 33.9/20.0 × 13.3 DX (24×16) Medium 4496 × 3000 38.1 × 25.4/15.0 × 10.0 Small 2992 × 2000 25.3 × 16.9/10.0 × 6.7 Large 4800 × 3200 40.6 × 27.1/16.0 × 10.7 1.3× (18×12 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 97
of exposures remaining on the card with the least amount of memory. Shutter release will be disabled when either card is full. A Recording Movies When two memory cards are inserted in the camera, the slot used to record movies can be selected using the Movie settings > Destination option in the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 98
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or manual focus (0 75) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (0 76). Autofocus To use autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF. Focus-mode selector N Autofocus Mode Choose from the following autofocus modes: Mode Description AF-A Auto-servo AF: Camera - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 100
focus priority in continuous-servo AF, see Custom Setting a1 (AF-C priority selection, 0 231). For information on using release priority in single-servo AF, see Custom Setting a2 (AF-S priority selection, 0 231). See page 155 for information on the autofocus options available in live view or during - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 101
. If a type G or D lens is used (0 296), the camera can distinguish human subjects from the background for improved subject detection. The active focus points are highlighted briefly after the camera focuses; in AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is selected in AF-A mode, the main focus - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 102
-point AF is automatically selected when manual focus is used. A See Also For information on adjusting how long the camera waits before refocusing when an object moves in front of the camera, see Custom Setting a3 (Focus tracking with lock-on, 0 232). See page 156 for information on the autofocus - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 103
is illuminated, see Custom Setting a4 (AF point illumination, 0 232). For information on setting focus-point selection to "wrap around," see Custom Setting a5 (Focus point wrap-around, 0 232). For information on choosing the number of focus points that can be selected using the multi selector, see - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 104
the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 72), focus lock can also be used to recompose release button pressed halfway (AF-S) or keep the A AE-L/AF-L button pressed, allowing several photographs in succession to be taken at the same focus setting. Do not change the distance between the camera - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 105
indicator (I) will not be displayed in the viewfinder. A See Also See Custom setting c1 (Shutter-release button AE-L, 0 236) for information on using the shutter-release button to lock exposure, Custom Setting f4 (Assign AE-L/AF-L button, 0 256) for information on choosing the role played by the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 106
not use AF lenses with the lens focus mode switch set to M and the camera focus-mode selector set to AF. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera or lens. • Manual focus lenses: Set the camera focus-mode selector to M. To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 107
, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. Choosing Auto allows the camera to set ISO sensitivity automatically in response to lighting conditions. The following options are available: Mode % P, S, A, M Other shooting modes ISO sensitivity - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 108
display. When Auto is selected, ISO AUTO and the sensitivity chosen by the camera is displayed as shown at right. A Auto If the mode dial is rotated lines). A The Shooting Menu ISO sensitivity can also be adjusted using the ISO sensitivity settings option in the shooting menu (0 224). S A See Also - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 109
the user (ISO sensitivity is adjusted appropriately when the flash is used). 1 Select Auto ISO sensitivity control for ISO sensitivity settings in selected by the user). If Auto (available only with CPU lenses; equivalent to 1/30 s when a non-CPU lens is used) is selected, the camera will choose - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 110
sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user, these indicators flash. Control panel Viewfinder A selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 244), the sync speed will be used as the listed on page 304), possibly preventing the camera from selecting slow shutter speeds. When - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 111
aperture are specified using Non-CPU lens data option in setup menu (0 150); otherwise camera uses center-weighted metering. Center-weighted: Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to center area (if CPU lens is attached, size of area can be selected using Custom Setting b4, CenterZ - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 112
subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the A AE-L/AF-L button to lock exposure (if you are using autofocus, focus will also lock; confirm that the in-focus - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 113
in effect, the following settings can be adjusted without altering the metered value for exposure: Mode Setting P Shutter speed and If On is selected for Custom Setting c1 (Shutter-release button AE-L, 0 236), exposure will lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. For information - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 114
used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used the control panel and viewfinder after you release the E button. The current value setting exposure compensation to ±0. Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 115
compensation affects both flash level and exposure, altering the brightness of both the main subject and the background. Custom Setting e4 (Exposure comp. for flash, 0 250) can be used to restrict the effects of exposure compensation to the background only. A See Also For information on choosing the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 116
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P, S, A, and M, white balance is set automatically by the camera. Auto white balance is recommended for most adjusted automatically. For best results, use type G or D lens. If built-in or optional of values 10000 K (0 94). L Preset manual - Use subject, light source, or existing photograph as - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 118
produced by incandescent lighting, while the I Fluorescent option can be used to select the light source from the bulb types. A Studio Flash Setting e6 (Auto bracketing set, 0 251), the camera will create several images each time the shutter is released. White balance will be varied with each image - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 119
into an image. White balance is fine-tuned using the White manual is selected, proceed to Step 2. If Auto, Fluorescent, or Choose color temp. is selected, highlight the desired setting and press 2. For information on fine-tuning preset white balance, see page 101. 2 Fine tune white balance. Use - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 120
has been fine-tuned, an asterisk ("E") will be displayed in the control panel. ❚❚ The L (U) Button At settings other than K (Choose color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the L (U) button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)- blue (B) axis (0 91; to fine-tune white balance when - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 121
. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a "warm" setting such as J (incandescent) is selected for white balance will make photographs slightly that takes such variation into account, and as such is the unit used in color-temperature compensation filters. E.g.: • 4000 K-3000 K (a difference of - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 122
results will not be obtained with flash or fluorescent lighting. Choose N (Flash) or I (Fluorescent) for these sources. With other light sources, take a test shot to determine if the selected value is appropriate. A The White Balance Menu Color temperature can also be selected in the white balance - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 123
balance is copied from photo on memory card (0 100). ❚❚ Measuring a Value for White Balance During Viewfinder Photography 1 Light a reference object. Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. In studio settings, a standard gray panel can be - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 124
white balance. r Before the indicators stop flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter-release button all the way down. The camera will measure a value for white balance and store it in the preset selected in Step 3. No photograph will be recorded - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 125
is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance. six seconds. Press the shutter-release button halfway to return to Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 237). D Measuring Preset White Balance (Viewfinder Photography) Preset manual white balance can not be measured while HDR - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 126
raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. a button 2 Set white balance to L (Preset manual). Press the L (U) button and L (U) button Sub-command dial Monitor 4 Select direct measurement mode. Release the L (U) button briefly and then press the button until the L - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 127
movies is selected for Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button, 0 260) and the live view selector is rotated to 1, preset manual white balance is measured using the J button in place of the shutter-release button. Preset manual white balance can not set while an HDR exposure is in progress (0 115 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 128
shooting menu. Highlight Preset manual and press 2. G button 2 Select a destination. Highlight the destination preset (d-1 to d-6) and press W (S). 3 Choose Select image. Highlight Select image and press 2. r 4 Highlight a source image. Highlight the source image. W (S) button 5 Press J. Press - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 129
in Step 4 full frame, press and hold the X (T) button. X (T) button To view images in other locations, hold the D button and press 1. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; select the desired card and folder (0 186). D button A Choosing a White Balance Preset Press 1 to highlight the current - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 130
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 and press 2. 2 Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press W (S). 3 Select Edit comment - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 131
balance preset. Protected presets can not be modified and the Fine-tune and Edit comment options can not be used. 1 Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu and press 2. 2 Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press W (S). 3 Select Protect. Highlight - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 132
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(P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Nikon's unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue, among compatible devices and software. Selecting a Picture Control The camera offers a choice of preset Picture - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 134
Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the shooting menu (0 110). Custom Picture Controls can be saved to a memory card for sharing among other cameras of the same model and compatible software (0 112). A The Picture - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 135
Controls (0 110) can be modified to suit the scene or the user's creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of sharpening, contrast, and saturation using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control in the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 136
Blue, Red Purple (0 109). Manual adjustments Manual adjustments (non-monochrome only) (monochrome only) D "A" (Auto) Results for auto sharpening, contrast, and saturation vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame. Use a type G or D lens for best results. A Custom Picture - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 137
selected). Release the W (S) button to return to the Picture Control menu. The icons for Picture Controls that use auto Settings The line under the value displayed in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting. Use this as a reference when adjusting settings - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 138
Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls . To abandon any changes and start over from default settings, press the O (Q) button. Press J when settings are complete. 5 Select a destination. Choose a destination - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 139
by adding a two-digit number (assigned automatically) to the name of the Name area existing Picture Control; to use the default name, proceed 4 or 2. To enter a new letter at the current cursor position, use the multi selector to highlight the desired character in the keyboard area and press - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 140
custom Picture Controls can be stored on the memory card at any one time. The memory card can only be used to store user-created custom Picture Controls. The preset Picture Controls supplied with the camera (0 105) can not be copied to the memory card, renamed, or deleted. The options in the Manage - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 141
a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day. It is most effective when used with matrix metering (0 83). Active D-Lighting off Active D-Lighting: Y Auto J D "Active D-Lighting" D-Lighting option in the retouch menu (0 276) brightens shadows in images after shooting. 113 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 142
sensitivities of Hi 0.3 or above. A See Also When ADL bracketing is selected for Custom Setting e6 (Auto bracketing set, 0 251), the camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of shots (0 139). For information on using the Fn button or depth-of-field preview button and a command dial to select an - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 143
with matrix metering (0 83; with other metering methods and a non-CPU lens, a strength of v Auto is equivalent to T Normal). It can not be used to record NEF (RAW) images. While HDR is in effect, movie recording (0 161), flash lighting, bracketing (0 133), and multiple exposure (0 141) can not be - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 144
will automatically adjust HDR strength according to shooting conditions. 4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera takes two exposures when the shutterrelease button is pressed all the way down. l k will flash in the control panel and l u in the viewfinder while the images are combined; no - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 145
begins, the camera will continue to shoot HDR photographs at the selected interval (if On (single photo) is selected, interval timer shooting will end after a single shot). A See Also HDR can also be adjusted using the Fn or depth-of-field preview button and the command dials. See Custom Setting f2 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 146
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Guide Number (GN) 12/39 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) and provides coverage for the angle of view of a 16 mm lens. It can be used not Using the Built-in Flash: i, k, p, n, o, s, w, and g Modes 1 Choose a flash mode (0 120). 2 Take pictures. The flash will pop up as required when the shutter-release - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 148
the M (Y) button and rotate the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control panel. l M (Y) button Main command dial Control panel A Lowering the Built-in Flash To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place. 120 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 149
the macro range of zoom lenses with a macro function. i-TTL flash control can be used at ISO sensitivities between 100 and 6400. At values over 6400, the desired results may not be achieved at some ranges or aperture settings. If the flash fires in continuous release mode (0 57), only one picture - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 150
calculating flash output. Precision of calculation can be increased for non-CPU lenses by providing lens data (focal length and maximum aperture; see 0 149). Not available when spot metering is used. • Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR: Flash output adjusted to bring lighting in frame to standard - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 151
5 5.6 7.1 8 If the maximum aperture of the lens is smaller than given above, the maximum value for aperture will be the using the flash, see Custom Setting e2 (Flash shutter speed, 0 245). For information on flash control and using the built-in flash in commander mode, see Custom Setting - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 152
Y icon will be displayed in the control panel and viewfinder after you release the M (Y) button. The current value for flash compensation can be confirmed to be set using the controls on the flash unit; the value selected with the flash unit is added to the value selected with the camera. A See - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 153
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 f2 (Assign Fn button > Press, 0 the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. 4 Lock flash level. After confirming that - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 154
with the built-in flash when TTL is selected for Custom Setting e3 (Flash cntrl for built-in flash, 0 246). l A Using FV Lock with Optional Flash Units FV lock is also available with optional flash units in TTL and (where supported) monitor preflash AA and monitor pre-flash A flash control modes - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 155
. # Off The shutter can not be released using the ML-L3. 3 Frame the photograph. Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. A Release Mode When an optional ML-L3 remote control is used, the release mode selected with the release mode dial (0 57) is ignored in - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 156
mode is selected, you can focus by pressing the camera shutter-release button halfway before shooting (pressing the button all the way down will not release the shutter). If auto- or single-servo autofocus is selected or the camera is in live view in delayed or quick-response remote mode, the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 157
choosing the length of time the camera will remain in stand-by mode waiting for a signal from the remote control, see Custom Setting c5 (Remote on duration (ML-L3); 0 238). For information on controlling the beeps that sound when the remote control is used, see Custom Setting d1 (Beep; 0 238). & 129 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 158
. WR-1 Wireless Remote Controllers When a WR-1 is connected to the camera accessory terminal, the shutter can be released using another WR-1. Pressing the shutter-release button on the transmitter... ...releases the shutter on the cameras connected to the receivers. WR-R10/WR-T10 Wireless Remote - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 159
115 ISO sensitivity settings ISO sensitivity P, S, A, M Other shooting modes 100 79 Auto Auto ISO sensitivity control Off 81 Remote control mode (ML-L3) Interval timer shooting Off 127 Off 2 145 t Autofocus (viewfinder) Autofocus mode % Modes other than % AF-S 71 AF-A AF-area mode - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 160
Autofocus mode AF-S 155 AF-area mode m, r, w, %, g, u, 1, 2, 3, P, S, A, M Wide-area AF n, 0 Normal-area AF 156 i, j, k, l, p, o, s, t, u, v, x, y, z Face-priority AF Focus point 3 Center 75 Metering Matrix 83 AE lock hold Off 76, 84 Bracketing Off 133 Picture Control settings - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 161
), or white balance slightly with each shot, "bracketing" the current value. Choose in situations in which it is difficult to set exposure, flash level (i-TTL and, where supported, auto aperture flash control modes only; see pages 122, 246, and 305), white balance, or Active D-Lighting and there is - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 162
5 Bracketing order (EVs) 0/+0.3/+0.7 0/-0.7/-0.3 0/+0.3 0/-0.3 0/-0.3/+0.3 0/-0.7/-0.3/+0.3/+0.7 A See Also For information on choosing the size of the increment, see Custom Setting b2 (EV steps for exposure cntrl, 0 234). For information on choosing the order in which bracketing is performed, see - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 163
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-byshot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with exposure - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 164
shots (0 237); the interval between shots is however controlled by Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer) > Interval between shots. In other modes, one shot will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. If the memory card fills before all shots in the sequence have been taken, shooting can - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 165
Bracketing White balance bracketing is not available at an image quality of NEF (RAW). Selecting NEF (RAW), released, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer) > Number of shots (0 237). If the camera is turned off while the memory card access lamp is lit, the camera - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 166
flash in the control panel, a flashing j icon will appear in the viewfinder as shown at right, and the shutter release will be disabled. Shooting can begin when a new memory card is inserted. To cancel bracketing, press the D button and rotate the main command dial until the bracketing progress - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 167
❚❚ ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 113. 1 Select ADL bracketing. Choose ADL bracketing for Custom Setting e6 Auto bracketing set. 2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the D button, rotate the main - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 168
Shooting will resume the next time the shutter-release button is pressed. In self-timer mode, the camera will take the number of shots selected Setting c3 (Self-timer) > Interval between shots. In other modes, one shot will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. If the memory card - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 169
created from existing images. ❚❚ Creating a Multiple Exposure Multiple exposures can not be recorded in live view. Exit live view before proceeding. A Extended Recording Times For an interval between exposures of more than 30 s, extend the meter-off delay using Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 170
2 Select a mode. Highlight Multiple exposure mode and press 2. Highlight one of the following and press J. • To take a series of multiple exposures, select 6 On (series). Multiple exposure shooting will continue until you select Off for Multiple exposure mode. • To take one multiple exposure, select - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 171
-release button is pressed; if On (single photo) is selected, multiple exposure shooting will end after the first photograph. In self-timer mode, the camera will automatically record the number of exposures selected in Step 3 on page 142, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 172
camera is turned off • The battery is exhausted • Pictures are deleted D Multiple Exposures Do not remove or replace the memory card mode, focal length, date of recording and camera orientation) is for automatically). A Other Settings While a multiple exposure is being shot, memory cards can not be - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 173
(E) or MUP release mode when using the interval timer. Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor. Before choosing a starting time, select Time zone and date in the setup menu and make sure that the camera clock is set to the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 174
record images may vary settings (for example, if a shutter speed of Bulb (A) or Time (%) is currently selected in shooting mode M or the start time is in less than a minute), a warning will be displayed in the monitor. t D Out of Memory If the memory card camera off and inserting another memory card - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 175
using the optional ML-L3 remote control (0 127), live view photography (0 153), or movie live view (0 161). A Release Mode Regardless of the release mode selected, the camera t Pictures can be played back and shooting and menu settings can be adjusted freely while interval timer photography is in - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 176
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 self-timer (E) or MUP release mode To resume shooting: 1 Choose a new starting time. Choose a new starting - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 177
Non-CPU Lenses By specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user can gain access to a variety of CPU lens functions when using a non-CPU lens. If the focal length of the lens is known: • Power zoom can be used with optional SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, and SB-600 flash - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 178
can store data for up to nine non-CPU lenses. To enter or edit data for a non-CPU lens: 1 Select Non-CPU lens data. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu and press 2. G button 2 Choose a lens number. Highlight Lens number and press 4 or 2 to choose - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 179
lens data when using a non-CPU lens: 1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Select Choose non-CPU lens number as the "Press + command dials" option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu. Non-CPU lens number selection can be assigned to the Fn button (Custom Setting - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 180
connected to the camera's accessory terminal (0 310) using the cable supplied with the GPS unit, allowing information on the camera's current position to be recorded when photographs are taken. Turn the camera off before connecting the GPS unit; for more information, see the manual provided with the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 181
The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. The subject will no longer be visible in the Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. The focus point will flash green while the camera focuses. A AE-L/AF-L button If the camera is able to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 182
noticeably warm, but this does not indicate a malfunction): • The ambient temperature is high • The camera has been used for extended periods in live view or to record movies • The camera has been used in continuous release mode for extended periods If live view does not start when you attempt to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 183
until the desired mode is displayed in the monitor. AF-mode button Main command dial Monitor D Using Autofocus in Live View Use an AF-S lens. The desired results may not be achieved with other lenses or teleconverters. Note that in live view, autofocus is slower and the monitor may brighten or - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 184
the subject (because, for example, the subject has turned to face away from the camera), the border will no longer be displayed. Wide-area AF: Use for hand-held shots of landscapes and other non-portrait subjects. $ Use the multi selector to move the focus point anywhere in the frame, or press - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 185
Highlight items using the multi selector and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item. After choosing the desired setting, press J to exit. P button Option Image area Description Choose from the DX (24×16) and 1.3× (18×12) image areas (0 63). Image quality Image size Set Picture Control - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 186
current autofocus mode. 155 e AF-area mode The current AF-area mode. 156 r Focus point The current focus point. The display varies with the option selected for AF-area mode. 153 t Exposure indicator Indicates whether the photograph would be under- or overexposed at current settings (mode - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 187
Virtual horizon (0 269) Framing guides Manual Focus To focus in manual focus mode (0 78), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is display. Use the multi selector to scroll to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor (available only if wide- or normal-area AF is selected for AF- X - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 188
using for Custom Setting c4-Monitor camera is attached to an HDMI video device during live view photography, the camera monitor will remain on and the video device will display the view through the lens. If the device supports HDMI-CEC, select Off for the HDMI > Device control option in the setup - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 189
Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor as it would appear in the actual movie, modified for the effects of , if desired, a color space (0 227). 3 Choose a focus mode (0 155). y 4 Choose an AF-area mode (0 156). 161 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 190
using matrix metering and can be locked by pressing the A AE-L/AF-L button (0 84) or (in modes P, S, A, and %) altered by up to ±3 EV in steps of 1/3 EV by pressing the E button and rotating the main command dial (0 86). In autofocus mode, focus can be locked by pressing the shutter-release button - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 191
see page 169); note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before release button all the way down (if desired, shooting information display can be assigned to the Fn, depth-of-field preview,or A AE-L/AF-L button and the button used to display camera still photography settings - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 192
effect). Highlight items using the multi selector and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item. After choosing P button the desired setting, press J to exit. Option Image area Description Choose from the DX (24×16) and 1.3× (18×12) image areas (0 63). Set Picture Control Choose a Picture - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 193
size The frame size for movie recording. 169 y A Using an External Microphone The optional ME-1 stereo microphone can be used to reduce noise caused by lens vibration being recorded during autofocus. A Headphones Third-party headphones can be used. Note that high sound levels may result in high - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 194
guides y A See Also Frame size, microphone sensitivity, and card slot options are also available in the Movie settings menu (0 169). Focus can be adjusted manually as described on page 159. The roles played by the J, Fn, depth-of-field preview, and A AE-L/AF-L buttons can be chosen using Custom - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 195
increases the apparent focal length of the lens. A c icon is displayed when 1.3× (18×12) is selected. DX (24×16) 1.3× (18×12) A Movie Live View Photographs The following table shows the size of photographs taken in movie live view: Image area Size/image quality option Size (pixels) Print size - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 196
the view through the lens (0 159) during movie live view. The camera can record both video and sound; do not cover the microphone during recording. Note that the built-in microphone may record lens noise during autofocus and vibration reduction. Flash lighting can not be used during movie live view - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 197
and 1920×1080; 50i are not available for Movie settings > Frame size/frame rate when DX (24×16) is selected for Image area in the shooting menu (0 63). These settings can be accessed by setting Image area to 1.3× (18×12). Choosing DX (24×16) for Image area when either of these options is in effect - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 198
. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Movie settings in the shooting menu and press 2. G button 2 Choose movie options. Highlight the desired item and press 2, then highlight an option and press J. y D Frame Size and - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 199
Movie progress bar Volume The following operations can be performed: To Use Description Guide Pause Pause playback. Play Rewind/ advance J Resume playback when Exit to full-frame playback. y Return to shooting mode Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. 171 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 200
A The 2 Icon 2 is displayed in full-frame and movie playback if the movie was recorded without sound. y 172 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 201
Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option 9 Choose start/end point 4 Save selected frame Description Create a copy from which the opening or closing footage has been removed. Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. Trimming Movies - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 202
4 Select Choose start/end point. Highlight Choose start/end point and press J. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; choose whether the current frame will be the starting or end point of the copy and press J. 5 Delete frames. If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 203
Step 5 and no copy will be created. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card. Copies have the same time and date of creation as the original. A The Retouch Menu Movies can also be edited using the Edit movie option in the retouch menu (0 273). y 175 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 204
Saving Selected Frames To save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still: 1 View the movie and choose a frame. Play the movie back as described on page 171; your approximate position in the movie can be ascertained from the movie progress bar. Press 4 or 2 to rewind or advance and press 3 to pause - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 205
%Special Effects Special effects can be used when recording images. Shooting with Special Effects To view the currently (RAW) images. % A Continuous Release Modes When g or i is selected, the frame rate for continuous release will drop. If the memory buffer fills, the camera will display - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 206
under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities (with some noise in the form of randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines). Manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus using autofocus. The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 207
Silhouette 2 High Key 3 Low Key All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be chosen during live view (0 182). The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended when lighting is poor. Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. The built - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 208
. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. a button 2 Adjust options. Press J to display settings are complete. To exit live view, press the a button again. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs taken using - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 209
The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. a button 2 Position the focus point. Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that will be in focus and then press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (note that the options - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 210
The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. 2 Display options. Press J to display selective color of the object as one that will remain in the final image (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 211
to live view. During shooting, only objects of the selected hues will be recorded in color; all others will be recorded in black-and-white. To exit live view, press the a button again. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs taken using the viewfinder. % 183 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 212
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are automatically displayed in the monitor for about 4 s after shooting (because the camera is already in the correct orientation, images are not rotated automatically during image review). In continuous release mode, display begins when shooting ends, with the first photograph in the current - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 214
to delete photo. To protect image, or to remove protection from protected image, press L (U) (0 196 ). A Choosing a Memory Card Slot If two memory cards are inserted, you can select a card for playback by holding see Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay, 0 238). For information on using the command - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 215
8 Image area 63 9 Time of recording 28, 265 10 Date of recording 28, 265 11 Current card slot 69, 186 12 Folder name 225 13 File name 226 1 Displayed only if Focus point is selected for Playback display options (0 219). I 2 If photograph was taken using AF-S or with single-servo autofocus - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 216
button ❚❚ RGB Histogram Highlights 1 0 0 -1 RGB Select R, G, B 1 Image highlights * 2 Folder number-frame number 225 3 White balance 89 Color temperature 94 White balance fine-tuning 91 Preset manual 95 4 Current channel * 5 Histogram (RGB channel). In - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 217
is displayed, press X (T). Use the X (T) and W (S) buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the image with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the monitor. A Histograms Camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 218
4000 , F2. 8 EXP. MODE, I SO : , H i 0. 3, :+1. 3, +5 / 6 FOCAL LENGTH : 85mm LENS : 85 / 1. 4 AF / VR : S / VR-On F LASH TYPE : Bu i l t - i n, CMD SYNC MODE : SLOW , :M : TTL, +3. 0 A : TTL, +3. 0 B :--- C :--- NIKON D7100 1 0 0 -1 WH I TE BALANCE : AUTO1, 0, 0 COLOR SPACE : sRGB - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 219
Setting b5 (Fine-tune optimal exposure, 0 236) has been set to a value other than zero for any metering method. 3 Displayed only if VR lens . 696' : 35m : 15 / 10 / 2012 : 01 : 15 : 00 1 Latitude 2 Longitude 3 Altitude 4 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) NIKON D7100 1 0 0 -1 * Data for movies are - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 220
NIKON D7100 1/ 4000 F2. 8 Hi 0. 3 85mm -1. 3 +1. 0 SLOW 0, 0 100D7100 DSC_0001. JPG 15/10/2012 10: 02: 28 NORMAL 6000x4000 1/ 4000 F2. 8 Hi 0. 3 85mm -1. 3 +1. 0 SLOW 0, 0 1 Frame number/total number of images 17 Aperture 50, 51 2 Protect status 196 18 ISO sensitivity 79 3 Camera - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 221
playback Calendar playback To Display more images Display fewer images Highlight images View highlighted image Delete highlighted image Change protect status of highlighted image Return to shooting mode Retouch photo or trim movie Use W (S) X (T) J Description Press W (S) to increase the number - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 222
when 72 images are displayed. Date list W (S) W (S) X (T) X (T) Thumbnail list Full-frame playback Thumbnail playback Calendar playback The operations can be performed depend on whether the cursor is in the date list or the thumbnail list: To Use Description Toggle between date list and - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 223
Press X (T) to zoom in to maximum of approximately 38× (large images in 24 × 16/DX format), 28× (medium images) or 19× (small images). Press W (S) 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 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 224
. Protected files can not be deleted using the O (Q) button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 32, 262). To protect a photograph: 1 Select an image. Display the image in full-frame playback or playback zoom - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 225
in the thumbnail list, press the O (Q) button. To delete multiple selected photographs, all photographs taken on a selected date, or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs can not be recovered. Note that pictures that are - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 226
and press 2. G button 2 Highlight a picture. Use the multi selector to highlight a picture (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button; to view images in other locations, hold the D button, press 1, and select the desired card and folder as described on page 186 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 227
and press J. ❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Taken on a Selected Date 1 Choose Select date. In the delete menu, highlight Select date and press 2. 2 Highlight a date. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a date. To view the pictures taken on the highlighted date, press W (S). Use the multi selector to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 228
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on page 202. Be sure to use the latest version of ViewNX 2, which is available for Your Imaging Toolbox download from the websites listed on page xxvi, as earlier versions that do not support the D7100 may fail to transfer NEF (RAW) images correctly. 1 Launch the installer. Start the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 230
-bit versions of Windows XP are Mac OS X version 10.6, 10.7, or 10.8 supported • Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GB or RAM more (2 GB or more × 1024 pixels (SXGA) or more recommended) Color: 24-bit color (True Color) or more Color: 24-bit color (millions of colors) or more See the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 231
off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied UC-E6 USB cable and then turn the camera on. A Use a Reliable Power Source To ensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera EN-EL15 battery is fully charged. If in - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 232
Start Transfer. At default settings, all the pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Start Transfer 4 Terminate the connection. If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 233
cover when the connector is not in use. D During Transfer Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress. A Windows To visit the Nikon website after installing ViewNX 2, select All Programs > Link to Nikon from the Windows start menu (Internet connection - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 234
be downloaded from the websites listed on page xxvi). When used with the D7100, the UT-1 requires firmware version 1.1 or later (the firmware version can be displayed by connecting the UT-1 and selecting Network > Options > Firmware version in the setup menu; 0 261). When connected to the camera via - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 235
number of channels supported; unless otherwise stated, all references to the the WT-5 also apply to the WT-5A/B/C/D/E. A Camera Control Pro 2 Camera Control Pro 2 software (available separately; 0 309) can be used to control the camera from a computer. When Camera Control Pro 2 is used to capture - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 236
display. A Printing Via Direct USB Connection Be sure the EN-EL15 battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5B power connector. When taking photographs to be printed via direct USB connection, set Color space to sRGB (0 227). D Selecting Photographs for Printing Q NEF (RAW - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 237
images in other locations when thumbnails are displayed, hold the D button, press 1, and select the desired card supported by the printer. Highlight Printer Border default (use current printer settings), default (use current printer settings), Print time stamp (print times and dates of recording - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 238
taken on a selected date. • Print (DPOF): Print an existing print order created with the DPOF print order option in the playback menu (0 213). The current print order will be displayed in Step 3. • Index print: To create an index print of all JPEG pictures (0 66) on the memory card, proceed to Step - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 239
3 Select pictures or choose a date. If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, press 4 or 2 to scroll through the pictures on the memory card; to view images in other locations, hold the D button, press 1, and select the desired card and folder as described on page 186. To display the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 240
4 Display printing options. Press J to display PictBridge printing options. 5 Adjust printing options. Choose page size, border, and time stamp options as described on page 209 (a warning will be displayed if the selected page size is too small for an index print). 6 Start printing. Select Start - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 241
DPOF print order in the playback menu. Highlight Select/set and press 2 (to remove all photographs from the print order, select G button Deselect all?). 2 Select pictures. Press 4 or 2 to scroll through the pictures on the memory card (to view images in other locations, hold the D button and press - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 242
data options are not supported when printing via direct USB connection; to print the date of recording on photographs in the current print order, use the PictBridge Time stamp option. The DPOF print order option can not be used if there is not enough space on the memory card to store the print - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 243
connected to high-defintion video devices using a HighDefinition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from commercial sources). The cable must have a HDMI mini connector (Type C) for connection to the camera. 1 Turn the camera off. Always turn the camera off before connecting or - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 244
for HDMI >Device control in the setup menu when the camera is connected to a television that supports HDMI-CEC and both the camera and television are on, the display shown at right will appear on the television and the television remote can be used in place of the camera multi selector and J button - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 245
MMenu Guide D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab. G button The playback menu contains the following options: Option 0 Option 0 Delete 198 Image review 222 Playback folder 217 After delete 222 Hide image 218 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 246
will also remove protection from the image. Follow the steps below to hide or reveal selected pictures. 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 view the highlighted picture full screen - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 247
button ➜ D playback menu Copy pictures from one memory card to another. This option is only available when two memory cards are inserted in the camera. Option Select source Select image(s) Select destination folder Copy image(s)? Description Choose card from which pictures will be copied. Select - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 248
pictures and press W (S) to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button). Selected images are marked with a L. Press J to proceed to Step W (S) button 7 when your selection is complete. 7 Choose Select destination folder. Highlight Select - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 249
dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. Press J again to exit when copying is complete. D Copying Images Images will not be copied if there is insufficient space on the destination card. Be sure the battery is fully charged before copying movies. If the destination folder contains an - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 250
as before picture will be displayed as described for Show next. If user was scrolling through pictures in reverse order, previous picture will be displayed the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review. Option - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 251
next frame. View additional photo info Change or hide photo info displayed (still images only; 0 187). Pause/resume J Pause or resume slide show. Raise show and return to playback mode. Exit to shooting mode Press shutter-release button halfway to return to shooting mode. The dialog shown at - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 252
225 Active D-Lighting 113 File naming 226 HDR (high dynamic range) 115 Role played by card in Slot 2 69 Auto distortion control 227 Image quality 66 Long exposure NR 228 Image size 68 High ISO NR 228 Image area 63 ISO sensitivity settings 79 JPEG compression 67 Remote control mode - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 253
release will be disabled and no further photographs can be taken. To continue shooting, create a folder with a number less than 999, or select an existing folder with a number less than 999 and less than 999 images. A Startup Time Additional time may be required for camera startup if the memory card - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 254
the selected folder. File Naming G button ➜ C shooting menu Photographs are saved using file names consisting of "DSC_" or, in the case of images that use the Adobe RGB color space, "_DSC", followed by a four-digit number and a three-letter extension (e.g., "DSC_0001.JPG"). The File naming option - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 255
or retouched after leaving the camera. A Color Space Color spaces define the correspondence between colors and the numeric values that represent them in a digital image file. The sRGB color space is widely used, while the Adobe RGB color space is typically used in publishing and commercial printing - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 256
not be taken (if the camera is turned off before processing is complete, the picture will be saved but noise reduction will not be performed). In continuous release mode, frame rates will slow and while photographs are being processed, the capacity of the memory buffer will drop. Long exposure noise - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 257
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab. G button Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. Custom Setting groups Main menu Reset custom settings (0 231) U - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 258
Custom Setting 0 Reset custom settings 231 d Shooting/display a Autofocus d9 LCD illumination 241 a1 AF-C priority selection 231 d10 Exposure delay mode 241 a2 AF-S priority selection 231 d11 Flash warning 241 a3 Focus tracking with lock-on 232 d12 MB-D15 battery type 242 a4 AF point - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 259
of the option selected, focus will not lock when AF-C is selected for autofocus mode. The camera will continue to adjust focus until the shutter is released. a2: AF-S Priority Selection G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu When AF-S is selected for viewfinder photography (0 71), this option controls - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 260
Focus Tracking with Lock-On G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject when AF-C is selected or continuous-servo autofocus is selected when the camera is in AF-A mode for viewfinder photography (0 71). Option - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 261
not light to assist the focus operation. The camera may not be able to focus using autofocus when lighting is poor. A The AF-Assist Illuminator Remove lens hoods when using the AF-assist illuminator. A See Also For information on the shooting modes in which AF-assist is available, see page 321. See - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 262
available at the new step value, ISO sensitivity will be rounded to the nearest available setting. b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Select the increments used when making adjustments to shutter speed, aperture, exposure and flash compensation, and bracketing. U 234 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 263
one of the command dials (see note On (Auto reset) below). The setting selected using the command dial is reset when the camera turns off or the standby timer expires (exposure compensation settings selected using the E button are not reset). As above, except that the exposure compensation - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 264
8 mm when a non-CPU lens is used, regardless of the setting selected for Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu (0 149). When Average is selected, the average of the entire frame will be used for CPU lenses. b5: Fine-tune Optimal Exposure G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Use this option to fine-tune - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 265
and viewfinder turn off automatically when the timer expires. Choose a shorter standby timer delay for longer battery life. c3: Self-Timer G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the length of the shutter release delay, the number of shots taken, and the interval between shots in self-timer mode - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 266
menu. Choose shorter times for longer battery life. d: Shooting/Display d1: Beep G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the pitch and volume of the beep that sounds when the camera focuses using single-servo AF (AF-S or when single-servo AF is selected for AF-A; 0 71), when focus locks during - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 267
Choose On to display on-demand grid lines in the viewfinder (0 9) for reference when composing photographs using the DXformat image area (0 63). d3: ISO Display and Adjustment G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If Show ISO sensitivity or Show ISO/Easy ISO is selected, the control panel will show - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 268
Settings menu When a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding one to the last file number used. This option controls whether file numbering 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 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 269
standby timer is active (0 38). Select Off for increased battery life. d10: Exposure Delay Mode G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu In situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, select 1 s, 2 s, or 3 s to delay shutter release until one, two, or three seconds after the mirror - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 270
d12: MB-D15 Battery Type G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu To ensure that the camera functions as expected when the optional MB-D15 battery pack is used with AA batteries, match the option selected in this menu to the type of batteries inserted in the battery pack. There is no need to adjust this - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 271
A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-D15 battery pack is attached. Note that if the MB-D15 is powered by an optional EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5B power connector, the AC adapter will be used regardless - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 272
305). If the built-in flash or other flash units are used, shutter speed is set to 1/320 s. When the camera shows a shutter speed of 1/320 s in mode P or High-Speed Sync Allows the flash to be used at the highest shutter speed supported by the camera, making it possible to choose the maximum aperture - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 273
Flash sync * Flash range drops as shutter speed increases. Flash range will nevertheless be greater than that obtained at the same speeds with Auto FP. e2: Flash Shutter Speed G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option determines the slowest shutter speed available when using front- or rear - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 274
in response to shooting conditions. 2 Manual Choose the flash level (0 246). The camera does not emit monitor preflashes. 3 Repeating flash The flash fires repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a strobelight effect (0 246). 4 Commander mode Use the built-in flash as a master - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 275
, 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 more remote optional flash units in up to two groups (A and B) using advanced wireless lighting (0 305). Selecting this option displays the menu shown at - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 276
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 D7100 | Product Manual - Page 277
Camera (built-in flash) 5 m/15 ft or less 7 Configure the remote flash units. Turn all the remote flash units on, adjust group settings as desired, and set them to the channel selected in Step 4. See the flash unit instruction manuals shoot. After confirming that the camera flash-ready light and the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 278
flash units do not enter the camera lens (in TTL mode) or the photocells 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 Settings menu Choose how the camera adjusts flash level when exposure compensation is used - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 279
, WB bracketing (m) to perform white-balance bracketing (0 137), or ADL bracketing (y) to perform bracketing using Active D-Lighting (0 139). Note that white balance bracketing is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG. e7: Bracketing Order G button ➜ A Custom - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 280
❚❚ Live View Option J Select center focus point X Zoom on/off Not used Role assigned to J button Pressing the J button in live view selects the center button to toggle zoom on and off. Choose the initial zoom setting from Low magnification, Medium magnification, and High magnification. The zoom - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 281
until the button is pressed a second time or the standby timer expires. F AF lock only Focus locks while the Fn button is pressed. A AF-ON Pressing the Fn button initiates autofocus. The shutter-release button can not be used to focus. s Flash off The flash will not fire in photos taken while - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 282
Viewfinder grid display Viewfinder m virtual horizon n MY MENU Access top 6 item in MY MENU K Playback None Description If DX (24×16) is selected for Image area (0 63), the Fn button can be used to display or hide the framing grid in the viewfinder (0 239). Press the Fn button to view a virtual - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 283
of 1 EV, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting b2 (EV steps for exposure cntrl, 0 234). w Choose nonCPU lens number Press the Fn button and rotate a command dial to choose a lens number specified using the Non-CPU lens data option (0 149). y Active D-Lighting Press the Fn - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 284
a second time or the standby timer expires. Focus locks while the A AE-L/AF-L button is pressed. The A AE-L/AF-L button initiates autofocus. The shutter-release button can not be used to focus. Press the A AE-L/AF-L button to lock flash value (built-in flash and compatible optional flash units only - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 285
the setting chosen, the aperture ring must be used to adjust aperture when a non-CPU lens is attached. • Menus and playback: If Off is selected, the multi selector is used to choose the picture displayed during full-frame playback, highlight thumbnails, and navigate menus. If On or On (image review - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 286
non-CPU lens number, Active D-Lighting, or HDR (high dynamic range) using Custom Setting f2 (Assign Fn button) or f3 (Assign preview button). The A AE-L/AF-L button is only affected when assigned Choose image area or Choose non-CPU lens number using Custom Setting f4 (Assign AE-L/AF-L button). Note - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 287
remains locked until the button is pressed a second time or the standby timer expires. F AF lock only Focus locks while the button is pressed. A AF-ON Pressing the button initiates autofocus. The shutter-release button can not be used to focus. None Pressing the button has no effect. U 259 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 288
(0 259). g3: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the A AE-L/AF-L button during movie live view. is selected, the shutter-release button can not be used for such functions as interval-timer photography or recording Image Dust Off reference data when - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 289
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup To display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab. G button The setup menu contains the following options: Option 0 Option 0 Format memory card 262 Image comment 266 Save user settings 55 Copyright information 267 Reset user settings 56 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 290
. 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 by pressing the O (Q) and Z (Q) buttons for more than two seconds (0 32). Monitor Brightness G button ➜ B setup menu Press 1 or 3 to choose monitor - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 291
available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual). Image Dust Off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is mounted on the camera. A lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended. When using a zoom lens, zoom all the way in. 1 Choose a start option. Highlight - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 292
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. Flicker Reduction G button ➜ B setup menu Reduce flicker - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 293
Zone and Date G button ➜ B setup menu Change time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off (0 28). 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 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 294
(68 °F) or higher. A The MB-D15 Battery Pack The display for the MB-D15 battery pack is shown at right. If AA batteries are used, the battery level will be shown by a battery level icon; other items will not be displayed. Image Comment G button ➜ B setup menu Add a comment to new photographs as - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 295
setting, press J to exit. D Copyright Information To prevent unauthorized use of the artist or copyright holder names, make sure that Attach copyright information is not selected and that the Artist and Copyright fields are blank before lending or transferring the camera to another person. Nikon - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 296
/Load Settings G button ➜ B setup menu Select Save settings to save the following settings to the memory card in Slot 1 (0 69; if the card is full, an error will be displayed). Use this option to share settings among D7100 cameras. Menu Option Playback display options Playback Image review - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 297
Virtual Horizon G button ➜ B setup menu Display a virtual horizon based on information from the camera tilt sensor. If the camera is tilted neither left nor right, the roll reference line will turn green. Each division is equivalent to 5°. Camera level Camera tilted left or right D Tilting the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 298
exit. D AF Tuning The camera may be unable to focus at minimum range or at infinity when AF tuning is applied. D Live View Tuning is not applied to autofocus during in live view (0 153). A Saved Value Only one value can be stored for each type of lens. If a teleconverter is used, separate values - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 299
setup menu Choose whether the camera will establish wireless connections with smart devices when an optional WU-1a wireless mobile adapter (0 310) is attached to the camera where the use of wireless devices is prohibited. Selecting this option also reduces the drain on the camera battery. U 271 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 300
version. A Using Eye-Fi Cards in Ad Hoc Mode Additional time may be required when connecting using Eye-Fi cards that support ad hoc mode. Set Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 237) to 30 s or longer. Firmware Version View the current camera firmware version. G button ➜ B setup menu U 272 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 301
photographs is inserted in the camera (note that if the memory card is being used to store both RAW/NEF and JPEG copies of the same photographs as described on page 66, retouch other than Image overlay and NEF (RAW) processing apply only to the JPEG copies). Option 0 Option 0 i D-Lighting - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 302
will turn off and the operation will be cancelled if no actions are performed for a brief period. Any unsaved changes will be lost. To increase the time the monitor remains on, choose a longer menu display time for Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay; 0 238). 4 Create a retouched copy. Press J to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 303
A Creating Retouched Copies During Playback Retouched copies can also be created during playback. 2 2 Display picture full frame and press P. Highlight an option and press J. Create retouched copy. U 275 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 304
out W (S) zoomed in, use multi selector to view areas of image not visible in View other areas of image monitor. Keep multi selector camera detects red-eye in the selected photograph, a copy will J be created that has been processed to reduce its effects. No copy will be created if the camera - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 305
in the following table. To Reduce size of crop Increase size of crop Use Description W (S) Press W (S) to reduce the size of the crop Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome). G button ➜ N retouch menu Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the selected image - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 306
Filter Effects G button ➜ N retouch menu Choose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph. Option Skylight Warm filter Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making the picture less blue. The effect can be - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 307
Color Balance G button ➜ N retouch menu Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified To zoom in on the image displayed in the monitor, press X (T). The histogram will be updated to show data only for the portion of the image displayed in the monitor. While the image is zoomed in, press - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 308
from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings; before creating an overlay, set image quality and size (0 66, 68; all - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 309
for white balance and Picture Control as the photograph selected for Image 1. The current image comment is appended to the overlay when it is saved; copyright information, however, is not copied. Overlays saved in NEF (RAW) format use the compression selected for Type in the NEF (RAW) recording menu - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 310
dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph. settings for the JPEG copy. Adjust the settings listed below. Note that white balance is not available with multiple exposures or pictures created with image overlay and that exposure compensation can only be set - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 311
an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (0 163) can not be resized. 1 Select Resize. To resize selected images, press G to display the menus and select Resize in the retouch menu. 2 Choose a destination. If two memory cards are inserted, you can choose a destination for the resized copies by highlighting Choose - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 312
press 2. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W (S) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button; to view images in other locations as described on page 186, hold D and - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 313
reduced peripheral distortion. Select Auto to let the camera correct distortion automatically and then make fine adjustments using the multi selector, or select Manual to reduce distortion manually (note that Auto is not available with photos taken using auto distortion control; see page 227). Press - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 314
creating a copy. Perspective Control G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 315
Miniature Effect G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in the copy is indicated by a yellow frame. To Press Description Choose orientation W (S) Press W (S) to - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 316
. 3 Select a color. Selected color Use the multi selector to position the cursor over an object and press the A AE-L/AF-L button to select the color of the object as one that will remain in the final copy (the camera may have difficulty - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 317
5 Choose the color range. Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. 6 Select additional - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 318
. D Side-by-side Comparisons The source image will not be displayed if the copy was created from a photograph that was protected (0 196), is on a locked memory card, has since been deleted or hidden (0 218), or is on a card in a different slot from that used when the image was created. U 290 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 319
O (My Menu) tab. G button The My Menu option can be used to create and edit a customized list of options from the playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus for quick access (up to 20 items). If desired, recent settings can be displayed in place of My Menu (0 294). Options can be - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 320
5 Add more items. 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. ❚❚ Deleting Options from My Menu 1 Select Remove items. In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2. 2 Select - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 321
❚❚ 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 D7100 | Product Manual - Page 322
will be added to the top of the recent settings menu as they are used. To view My Menu again, select O My Menu for m Recent settings > Choose tab. U A Removing Items from the Recent Settings Menu To remove an item from the recent settings menu, highlight it and press the O (Q) button. A confirmation - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 323
is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera. Compatible Lenses CPU lenses 1 Camera setting Focus mode Shooting mode Metering system Lens/accessory AF M (with electronic rangefinder) M P S A L M M 3D Color N Type G or D AF NIKKOR 2 AF-S, AF-I NIKKOR ✔ ✔ 3 PC-E NIKKOR - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 324
-105mm f/3.5-4.5, AI 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5, or AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8D. See teleconverter manual for details. 18 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 19 Requires PK-12 or PK-13 auto extension ring. PB-6D may be required depending on camera orientation. 20 Use preset aperture. In mode A, set - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 325
• AF-S VR 300mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4G ED VR • AF-S 300mm f/2.8D ED II • AF-S 600mm f/4D ED II • AF-S 300mm f/2.8D ED • AF-S 600mm f/4D ED • AF-I 300mm f/2.8D ED • AF-I 600mm f/4D ED * Autofocus not supported. A Autofocus Support If the combined aperture when the camera is used - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 326
the maximum aperture of the lens. A Compatible Non-CPU Lenses When using non-CPU lenses and accessories, rotate the camera mode dial to A or M and set aperture using the lens aperture ring. In other modes, the shutter-release is disabled. NonCPU lens data (0 149) can be used to enable many of the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 327
24×16) is selected for Image area, the flash may be unable to light the entire subject with the following lenses at ranges less than those given below: Lens AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 328
for Image area, the flash may be unable to light the entire subject with the following lenses at ranges less than those given below. Lens AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 329
ED f/4.5-5.6D • AF Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6D IF • AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED At ranges under 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in.), the following lenses may block the AF-assist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor: • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR • AF-S DX - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 330
mm. The size of the area exposed by the D7100 when DX (24×16) is selected for Image area in the shooting menu, in contrast, is 23.5 × 15.6 mm, meaning that the angle of view of a 35mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the D7100 (when 1.3× (18×12) is selected, the size of the area exposed is - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 331
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. Optional flash units can be attached directly to the camera accessory shoe as described below. The accessory shoe is equipped with a safety lock for flash - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 332
(CLS) Nikon's advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography. Refer to the documentation provided with the flash unit for details. ❚❚ CLS-Compatible Flash Units The camera can be used with the - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 333
flash mode selection ---- - Camera flash unit firmware update z-z- - - -z - -- 1 Not available with spot metering. 2 Can also be selected with flash unit. 3 AA/A mode selection performed on flash unit using custom settings. A is selected when a non-CPU lens is used. 4 Can only be selected - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 334
only. 2 Flash mode is automatically set to TTL and shutter-release is disabled. Set flash unit to A (non-TTL auto flash). 3 Autofocus is available with AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED and AF-S Micro NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED lenses only. 4 Available when camera is used to select flash mode - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 335
Flash Units Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D7100 is not included in the "digital SLR" category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. If an optional flash unit is - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 336
At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D7100. • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15 (0 22, 24): Additional EN-EL15 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. • Battery Charger MH-25 (0 22): Recharge EN-EL15 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 337
computer hard disk. Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software; see the websites listed on page xxvi for the latest information on supported operating systems. At default settings, Nikon Message Center 2 will periodically check for updates to Nikon software and firmware while you are logged in - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 338
of how to use it. Always use the latest version of the software supplied with the devices. Wireless mobile adapters Wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1a: Supports two-way communication between the camera and smart devices running the Wireless Mobile Utility. Accessory terminal accessories The D7100 is - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 339
power connector and AC adapter. 1 Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5B power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, using the connector to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 340
pressure, as this could result in damage or malfunction. Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 341
suspect that dirt or dust on the image sensor is appearing in photographs, you can clean the sensor using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu. The sensor can be cleaned at any time using the Clean now option, or cleaning can be performed automatically when the camera is turned on or off - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 342
using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually (0 315) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession, image sensor cleaning n may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera's internal - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 343
using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (0 313), the sensor can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the sensor be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 1 Charge the battery - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 344
Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the sensor. 8 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap. n 316 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 345
on the Image Sensor Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the image sensor during production and shipping. The D7100, however, is designed to be used with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are removed - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 346
in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry. To prevent an accidental interruption of power, avoid carrying the product from one location to another while the AC adapter is connected. Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 347
blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device. Images in the monitor may be difficult to the battery down to the point that it will no longer function. If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 348
can impair battery performance. • A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery retains its charge when used at room temperature indicates that it requires replacement. Purchase a new EN-EL15 battery. • Charge the battery before use. When taking photographs on important occasions, ready a spare - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 349
timer shooting 1 zzz z z z z z zzz z Movie settings 1 zzz z z z z z zzz z Autofocus mode (viewfinder) z 5 z 5 z z z 5 z 5 z 5 z 5 z 5 z 5 z 5 z 5 AF-area mode (viewfinder) z 5 z 5 z z z 5 z 5 z 5 z 5 - z 5 - z 5 Autofocus mode (live view/ z z z z z z z z z z z z movie) AF-area mode (live view - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 350
z z z z z z z z z z z a7: Built-in AF-assist illuminator zzz z z - - z -z- z b1: ISO sensitivity step tips zzz z z z z z zzz z d5: CL mode shooting speed z z z z z z z z z z z z d6: Max. continuous release z d12: MB-D15 battery type z z z z z z z z z z z z d13: Battery order zzz z z - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 351
- - z z e5: Modeling flash --z z e6: Auto bracketing set --z z e7: Bracketing order --z z f1: OK button zzz z -L/AF-L button z z z z z z z z z z z z f5: Customize command dials z z z z z z z z z z z z f6: Release button to use dial z z z z z z z z z z z z f7: Slot empty release - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 352
Option File naming DSC 226 Auto distortion control Role played by card in Slot 2 Overflow 69 Long exposure NR Image quality JPEG normal 66 High ISO NR Image size Large 68 ISO sensitivity settings Image area DX (24×16) 64 ISO sensitivity JPEG compression Size priority 67 P, S, A, M NEF - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 353
Menus Information display Image review Live view c5 Remote on duration (ML-L3) d1 Beep Volume Pitch Focus 3 (Normal) Auto No wrap 51 points On 1/3 step 1/3 step Off ø 8 mm 0 0 0 Off 6s 10 s 1 0.5 s 10 s 1 min 10 s 4s 10 min 1 min Off Low 231 d13 Battery order 232 Use MB-D15 batteries first 243 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 354
user settings Auto image rotation On 265 Save to U1 Save to U2 Monitor brightness Shooting mode defaults to P 0 55 HDMI Output resolution 262 Device control Auto On 216 Clean image sensor GPS Clean at startup/shutdown Clean at startup & shutdown 313 Standby timer Use GPS to set camera - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 355
100; lens with maximum aperture of f/1.4 and minimum aperture of f/16 (e.g., AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G) Shutter speed (seconds) The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensitivity; the above graph assumes an ISO sensitivity of ISO 100 equivalent. When matrix metering is used - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 356
is locked, full, or not inserted (0 30, 31). • Release locked is selected for Custom Setting f7 (Slot empty release lock; 0 258) and no memory card is inserted (0 30). • Built-in flash is charging (0 38). • Camera is not in focus (0 37). • CPU lens with aperture ring attached but aperture not locked - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 357
out of focus: • Rotate focus-mode selector to AF (0 71). • Camera unable to focus using autofocus: use manual focus or focus lock (0 76, 78). • The shutter-release button can not be used to focus when AF-ON is assigned as the Press option for Custom Setting f2 (Assign Fn button, 0 253), f3 (Assign - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 358
, or other light source with brief duration was used during live view or movie recording. Menu item can not be selected: Some options are not available in all modes. Shooting (P, S, A, M) Shutter-release disabled: • Non-CPU lens is attached: rotate camera mode dial to A or M (0 47, 298). • Mode dial - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 359
. Use ViewNX 2 (supplied) or optional Nikon software such as Capture NX 2 (available separately). Miscellaneous Date of recording is not correct: Set camera clock (0 28, 265). Menu item can not be selected: Some options are not available at certain combinations of settings or when no memory card is - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 360
Problem Solution 0 B (flashes) Lens aperture ring is not set to Set ring to minimum aperture minimum aperture. (highest f-number). 27 H d Low battery. Ready a fully-charged spare battery. 22 • Battery exhausted. • Recharge or replace battery. • Battery can not be used. • Contact Nikon - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 361
current • Delete photographs. (flashes) (flashes) settings, or camera has run out • Insert new memory card. of file or folder numbers. O (flashes) Camera malfunction. Release shutter. If error persists or appears frequently, consult Nikon-authorized service representative. 0 79 308 49 50 178 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 362
or insert new memory card. 30, 32 Clock has been reset - Camera clock is not set. Set camera clock. 28, 265 Failed to update flash unit firmware. Flash cannot be used. Contact a Nikon- - Firmware for flash unit mounted on camera was not updated correctly. Contact a Nikon-authorized service - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 363
from Playback folder menu or insert memory card containing images. No images can be played All images are hidden. - All photos in current folder are hidden. back until another folder has been selected or Hide image used to allow at least one image to be displayed. File has been created or - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 364
Single-lens reflex digital camera Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Effective angle of view Nikon DX format; focal length in 35 mm [135] format equivalent to approx. 1.5× that of lenses with FX format angle of view Effective pixels Effective pixels 24.1 million Image - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 365
controlled Lens Compatible lenses Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) and DX lenses, AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU AI lenses (A and M modes only). IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses can not be used. The - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 366
set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, (Recommended 0.7, 1, or 2 EV (ISO 25600 equivalent) above ISO 6400; auto ISO sensitivity Exposure Index) control available Active D-Lighting Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, Off Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo Focus point n AF-area mode Nikon Advanced - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 367
Lens servo Live view photography (still images), movie live view (movies) • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F) • Manual focus (M) AF-area mode Autofocus Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 368
* Available only when 1.3× (18×12) is selected for Image area. Sensor output is about 60 or 50 fps. Monitor Monitor Playback Playback Interface USB HDMI output Accessory terminal Audio input Audio output Supported languages Supported languages Power source Battery Battery pack AC adapter Tripod - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 369
× H × D) Approx. 135.5 × 106.5 × 76 mm (5.3 × 4.2 × 3.0 in.) Weight Approx. 765 g (1 lb 11.0 oz) with battery and memory card but without body cap; approx. 675 g (1 lb 7.8 oz; camera body only) Operating environment Temperature 0 °C-40 °C (+32 °F-104 °F) Humidity 85% or less (no condensation - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 370
❚❚ AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens Type Type G AF-S DX NIKKOR zoom lens with built-in CPU and F mount for use exclusively with Nikon DX-format digital SLR cameras Focal length 18-105 mm Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.6 Lens construction 15 elements in 11 groups (including 1 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 371
(VR) AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lenses support vibration reduction (VR), which reduces blur caused by camera shake even when the camera is panned, allowing shutter speeds to be slowed by approximately 3 EV (Nikon measurements; effects vary with the user and shooting conditions). To use - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 372
(shadows created where the end of the lens obscures the built-in flash). Camera D5000, D3100, D3000 D5200, D5100, D3200 D700, D7100, D7000, D300 series, D200, D100, D80 D90, D70 series D50 D60, D40 series Zoom position 18 mm 24 mm 18 mm 24 mm Minimum distance without vignetting 2.5 m/8 ft 2 in - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 373
• 67 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-67 • Rear Lens Cap • Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1018 • Bayonet Hood HB-32 (attaches as shown at right) A Optional Accessories • 67 mm screw-on filters • Rear Lens Cap LF-1 or Rear Lens Cap LF-4 A A Note on Wide-Angle Lenses Autofocus may not provide the desired results - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 374
memory card. • Exif version 2.3: The camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.3, a standard in which information stored with photographs is used for optimal color reproduction when the images manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 375
Approved Memory Cards The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recommended for movie recording. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used. SD cards SDHC cards 2 SDXC cards 3 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 376
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on an 8 GB SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I card at different image quality (0 66), image size (0 68), and image area settings (0 63). ❚❚ DX (24×16) Image Area Image (18×12) Image Area Image quality - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 377
A d6-Max. Continuous Release (0 240) The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst can be set to any amount between 1 and 100. n 349 - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 378
every other shot. Live view not used. 2 Measured at 20 °C/68 °F with an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 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 for three seconds - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 379
speeds • Using a GPS unit • Using an Eye-Fi card • Using a wireless remote controller, WU-1a wireless mobile adapter, or UT-1 communication unit • Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL15 batteries: • Keep the battery contacts - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 380
155-156 Autofocus mode 71, 155 Auto-servo AF 71 Available settings 321 B Backlight 3, 241 Backup (Role played by card in Slot 2 69 Battery 22, 24, 35, 266, 341 Battery info 266 Battery life 350 Battery order 243 Battery pack 242, 243, 259, 266, 308 Beep 238 Bit rate 169 Black-and-white - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 381
-servo AF........... 71, 231 Control panel 8 Copy image(s 219 Copyright 190, 267 CPU contacts 296 CPU lens 27, 295 Creative Lighting System .......... 304 Cross screen (Filter effects).......278 Custom Settings 229 Customize command dials .......257 Cyanotype (Monochrome) .......277 D Date and - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 382
-in flash 246 Manual focus 78, 159 Matrix 83 Max. continuous release............240 Maximum aperture .... 78, 123, 307 Maximum sensitivity 81 MB-D15 ...... 242, 243, 259, 266, 308 MB-D15 battery type 242 Memory buffer 37, 58 Memory card 30, 32, 262, 347, 348 Memory card capacity 348 Metering - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 383
Save user settings 55 Save/load settings 268 Saving camera settings 268 Scene mode 41 Screen tips 239 SD memory card 30, 32, 69, 347, 348 Select date 199, 210, 218 Selective color 288 Self-timer 7, 57, 59, 237 Sensitivity 79, 81 Sepia (Monochrome 277 Set Picture Control 105 Setup menu - Nikon D7100 | Product Manual - Page 384
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