Nikon D810A Users Manual

Nikon D810A Manual

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    DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual Nikon Manual Viewer 2 Use the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app to view manuals anytime, anywhere on your smartphone or tablet. En
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    App Store and Google Play. Download of the app and any product manuals requires an Internet connection, for which fees may be levied by your phone or Internet service provider. A For Your Safety Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in "For Your Safety" (0 x-xii).
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    '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 (0 363). Cameras purchased in Japan display menus and messages in English and Japanese only; other languages are not supported. We apologize for
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    1 Camera Menus 15 First Steps 18 Basic Photography and Playback 29 Taking Photographs 29 Basic Playback 34 Deleting Unwanted Photographs 35 Exposure Mode 36 P: Programmed Auto 38 S: Shutter-Priority Auto 39 1/3 STEP (Exposure Modes S and M 40 A: Aperture-Priority Auto 41 M: Manual 42
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    Recording Options 51 Image Area 51 Image Quality and Size 55 Image Quality 55 Image Size 58 Focus 59 Autofocus 59 Autofocus Mode 59 AF-Area Mode 62 Focus Point Selection 64 Focus Lock 66 Manual Focus 68 ISO Sensitivity 70 The ISO Sensitivity Dial 70 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control
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    -Tuning White Balance 84 Choosing a Color Temperature 88 Preset Manual 90 Viewfinder Photography 90 Live View (Spot White Balance 93 Managing Presets 96 Image Enhancement 100 Picture Controls 100 Creating Custom Picture Controls 106 Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows 110 Active
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    Using the P Button 179 The Live View Display: Live View Photography 180 The Information Display: Live View Photography 182 Manual Focus 183 More on Playback 185 Full-Frame Playback 185 Photo ViewNX 2 208 Using ViewNX 2 211 Copy Pictures to the Computer 211 View Pictures 213 Printing
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    Menu Guide 224 Defaults 224 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 229 Playback Folder 230 Hide Image 230 Playback Display Options 232 Image Review 232 Noise Reduction 242 High ISO NR 242 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 243 Custom Settings Bank 245 a: Autofocus 246 a1: AF-C
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    f8: Release Button to Use Dial 269 f9: Slot Empty Release Lock 269 f10: Reverse Indicators 269 f11: Easy Shutter-Speed Shift 270 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 271 Format Memory Card 272 Monitor Brightness 273 Auto Info Display 273 Image Dust Off Ref Photo 274 Flicker Reduction 276 Time
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    Copies 287 Creating Retouched Copies 289 D-Lighting 291 Red-Eye Correction 292 Trim 293 Monochrome 294 Filter Effects 295 Color Balance 296 Image Overlay 297 NEF (RAW) Processing 300 Resize 302 Quick Retouch 304 Straighten 304 Distortion Control 305 Fisheye 305 Color Outline 306
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    328 The Low-Pass Filter 329 "Clean Now 329 "Clean at Startup/Shutdown 330 Manual Cleaning 331 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 335 Exposure Program (Mode P 339 Troubleshooting 340 Battery/Display 340 Shooting 341 Playback 343 Miscellaneous 345 Error Messages 346 Specifications
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    Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use battery, take the equipment to a Nikonauthorized service center for inspection. control When operating the
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    the neck of an infant or child could result in strangulation. 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 skin for extended periods may
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    use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose to maintain compliance with product regulations. A Follow the instructions of airline and hospital personnel This camera remove all manuals should not be played wireless accessories from the back on audio CD equipment. camera before
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    these manuals at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use 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
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    to be notified and used in accordance with the that any changes or modifications made instructions, may cause harmful to this device that are not expressly interference to radio communications. approved by Nikon Corporation may However, there is no guarantee that void the user's authority to
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    to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual (0 90). Care should be taken to
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    purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash
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    its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. 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
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    xviii
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    to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body X 9 10 11 1 1 2 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 13 14 15 16 17 1 Eyelet for camera strap 10 Power switch 5 2 Exposure compensation dial .......79 11 Shutter-release button 31 3 Exposure compensation dial
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    The Camera Body (Continued) 4 5 6 13 X 1 2 3 14 7 8 15 9 16 10 11 12 1 Mirror 50 9 Cover for accessory terminal .....325 2 Metering coupling lever 167 10 Lens release button 25 3
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    11 8 9 X 10 1 Sub-command dial 267 6 Power connector cover 326 2 Pv button 7 CPU contacts Using the Pv 8 Lens mount 24 button 41, 174, 266 9 AF coupling 3 Fn button 10 Tripod socket Using the Fn button 263 11 Body cap 24, 324 4 Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover 19 5 Battery
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    The Camera Body (Continued) 10 11 9 12 1 13 2 14 3 15 4 16 X 5 6 17 18 pictures 290 Help 15 9 Viewfinder eyepiece 23 Protect 201 10 Viewfinder 28 White balance 82 11 Diopter adjustment control......... 28 6 X/T button 12 A button Playback zoom in 199 Using the AE/AF lock Image
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    A The Power Switch Rotate the power switch as shown Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera on. to turn the camera off. A The LCD Illuminator Pressing the D button while the camera is on activates the control panel backlight (LCD illuminator), allowing the display to be read in the
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    The Exposure Mode Dial To choose from the modes listed below, lift and rotate the exposure mode dial. • P-Programmed auto (0 38) • S -Shutter-priority auto (0 39) • A-Aperture-priority auto (0 41) • M-Manual (0 42) X 6
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    CH Continuous high speed photographs at a fast rate while the shutter-release button is pressed. J Quiet shutter- As for single-frame, except release that camera noise is reduced. E Self-timer Take pictures with the selftimer. MUP Mirror up Raise the mirror before taking photographs. 7
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    The Control Panel 1 4 5 6 2 7 3 8 1 Shutter speed 39, 42 6 Aperture stop indicator 37 Number of intervals for interval 7 "k" (appears when memory X timer photography 158 remains for over 1000 2 Battery indicator 29 exposures 30 3 Exposure and flash bracketing 8 Number of
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    ) .........37 3 AF area brackets 28, 189 11 Monochrome indicator 100 4 Focus indicator 32, 69 (displayed when the Monochrome 5 Metering 75 Picture Control or a Picture Control 6 Autoexposure (AE) lock 77 based on Monochrome is selected) 7 Exposure mode 36 12 Low battery warning 29 9
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    13 Active D-Lighting indicator .......111 23 Exposure and flash bracketing 14 HDR indicator 112 indicator 137 15 ISO sensitivity indicator 70 WB bracketing indicator 141 16 "k" (appears when memory ADL bracketing indicator ...........145 remains for over 1000 24 Auto ISO sensitivity
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    exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other shooting information in the monitor. The display lights automatically when settings such as white balance and image quality are changed by pressing a button and rotating a command dial. R button 1 23 4 56 7 X 8 9 25 10 11 12 24 13 23 22 14
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    3D-tracking indicator 64 18 Picture Control indicator 101 9 Exposure Image size 58 12 Interval timer indicator 160 25 Flash mode 125 13 "k" (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures 30 14 Number of exposures remaining 30 Multiple exposure auto gain indicator 152 Manual
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    bracketing amount 111 47 Exposure and flash bracketing 34 Copyright information 279 indicator 137 35 Camera battery indicator 29 WB bracketing indicator 141 36 Image comment indicator......... 278 ADL bracketing indicator........... 145 37 ISO sensitivity indicator 70 ISO sensitivity 70
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    listed at the bottom of the information display. Highlight items P button using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item 6 Fn button assignment 263 7 AE-L/AF-L button assignment .....267 8 Picture Control 100 10 9 8 7 6 9 Long exposure noise reduction 242
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    Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: X • D: Playback (0 229) • B: Setup (0 271) • C: Shooting (0 235) • N: Retouch (0 287) • A: Custom Settings (0
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    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 Select highlighted item previous menu or display sub-menu Move cursor down X Follow
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    4 Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. 5 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. X 6 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. 8
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    Strap Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. X Charge the Battery The camera is powered by an EN-EL14a rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-24 battery charger before use. If a plug adapter is supplied, raise the wall
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    . 2 Insert the battery. Insert the battery in the orientation shown (q), using the battery to keep the battery latch pressed to one side. The latch place when the battery is fully inserted (w). A No Memory Card If the camera is turned off with a charged EN-EL14a battery and no memory card inserted,
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    into place. The memory card access lamp will light for a few seconds. D Inserting Memory Cards Inserting memory cards upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card. Check to be sure the card is in X the correct orientation. The cover will not close if the card is not correctly
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    follow the warnings and cautions on pages x-xii and 335-338 of this manual. Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 . If the problem persists, cease use immediately and take battery and charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. X
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    used in the camera or if the card has been formatted in another device, select Format memory card in the setup menu and follow the on-screen instructions in the "lock" position, the memory card can not be formatted and photos Write-protect switch can not be deleted or recorded (a warning will be
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    A The Eyepiece Cap Use the supplied string to attach the eyepiece cap to the camera strap as shown. X To prevent light entering via the viewfinder interfering with exposure, attach the eyepiece cap during live view, long time-exposures, selftimer photography,
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    Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G (Special Edition). Attach the lens as shown. Remove the X camera body cap Remove the rear lens cap Mounting mark
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    (0 320), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). A Non-CPU/Non-AI Lenses The camera can be used with non-CPU lenses and lenses not equipped with AI mechanisms (non-AI lenses; 0 163). A Image Area The DX format image area is automatically selected when a DX lens is attached (0 51
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    . Choose a language and set the time and date. Photographs can not be taken until you have set the time and date. 1 Turn the camera on. A language-selection dialog will be displayed. 2 Select a language. X Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired language and press J. 3 Choose a time zone. A time
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    the Language (0 277) and Time zone and date (0 276) options in the setup menu. The camera clock can also be set using data provided by an optional GPS unit (0 170). A The Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the
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    is in focus before framing pictures in the viewfinder. 1 Turn the camera on. Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. 2 Focus the and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus the camera. With the camera in focus, use the diopter adjustment control to bring the subject into clear
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    on and check the s battery level and number of exposures remaining as described below. 1 Turn the camera on. Turn the camera on. The control panel will turn on and the display in the viewfinder will light. Power switch 2 Check the battery level. Check the battery level
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    or j. Insert another memory card or delete some photos. s Choose an Exposure Mode Lift the exposure mode dial and rotate it to the desired setting. A Image Sensor Cleaning The camera vibrates the low-pass filter covering the image sensor to remove dust when the camera is turned on or off (0 329). 30
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    framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Keep your elbows propped lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep your upper body stable. When framing photographs
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    be stored in the memory buffer ("t"; 0 47) will be shown in the viewfinder display. For information on what to do if the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, see "Getting Good Results with Autofocus" (0 61). 3 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter- release-button the rest of the way down to
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    reactivate the display. The length of time before the standby timer expires automatically can be selected using Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 251). Exposure meters on Exposure meters off A Camera Off Display If a battery and memory card are inserted, the number of exposures remaining will
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    A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. K button 2 View additional pictures. Additional pictures can be s displayed by pressing 4 or 2. To view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 and 3 (0 188). 1/12 NIKON Df To end playback and return to shooting mode, press
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    the O button again to delete the image and return to playback. To exit without O button deleting the picture, press K. A Delete To delete selected images (0 205), all images taken on a selected date (0 206), or all images in the current folder (0 205), use the Delete option in the playback menu
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    to freeze or blur motion. Aperture-priority auto (0 41): User chooses aperture; camera selects A shutter speed for best results. Use to blur background or bring both foreground and background into focus. M Manual (0 42): User controls both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter speed to Bulb
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    the lens aperture ring. Aperture for lenses not equipped with AI mechanisms (non-AI lenses) is adjusted using the lens aperture ring. Changes to aperture are not shown in the camera displays; use the sub- command dial to set the camera to the aperture selected with the aperture ring (0 168). 37
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    P: Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal is no longer displayed, choose another exposure mode, or turn the camera off. A See Also See page 339 for information on the built-in exposure program. 38
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    shutter-speed dial to choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal 0 44) take effect only in exposure mode M. A See Also For information on using the command dial to fine-tune the shutter speed selected with the shutter-speed dial,
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    is displayed in the control panel and viewfinder. Choose from values between 1/4000 and 30 s. In exposure mode M, speeds of "Bulb" and "Time" can be used to record long time-exposures. Main command dial # 40
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    can be set using the lens camera (exposure modes P and S) or the value chosen by the user (exposure modes A and M), allowing depth of field to be previewed in the viewfinder. Pv button A Custom Setting e5-Modeling Flash This setting controls whether optional flash units that support the Nikon
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    M: Manual In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. While ; to set shutter speed, keep the shutterspeed dial lock release pressed while rotating the shutter-speed dial. Use the exposure indicators to check exposure. # Sub-command dial 1/4000 s-1/2 s 1/3 EV steps (0 40
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    metering system are exceeded, the displays will flash. Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV A See Also For information on using the command dial to fine-tune the shutter # speed selected with the shutter-speed dial, see Custom Setting f11 (Easy shutter-speed shift
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    wireless remote controller (0 325) or remote cord (0 325). Length of exposure: 35 s Aperture: f/25 • Time (T): Start the exposure by using the shutter-release button on the camera or on an optional remote cord, or wireless remote controller. The shutter remains open for thirty minutes or until
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    while % is displayed when "time" is Bulb selected. # Time 3 Open the shutter. Bulb: After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional remote cord or wireless remote controller all the way down. Keep the shutter-release button pressed until the exposure is complete. Time
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    down, CL camera records 1-5 frames per second. 1 Frame rate can be chosen using Custom Setting d5 Take pictures with the self-timer (0 48). Mirror up: Choose this mode to minimize camera shake with an EN-EL14a battery, continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed
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    the display when space remains in the buffer for about 55 pictures. While photographs are being recorded to the memory card, camera is switched off while data remain in the buffer, the power will not turn off until all images in the buffer have been recorded. If the battery is exhausted while images
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    Self-Timer Mode The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for selfportraits. 1 Mount the camera on a tripod. Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. 2 Select self-timer mode. Rotate the release-mode dial to E. k 3 Frame the photograph. Release mode
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    A See Also For information on choosing the duration of the self-timer, the number of shots taken, and the interval between shots, see Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer; 0 252). For information on controlling the beeps that sound when the self-timer is used, see Custom Setting d1 (Beep; 0 253). k 49
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    Up While the mirror is raised, photos can 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
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    FX (36×24) 1.0× and DX (24×16) 1.5×. Viewfinder display d Photo with FX image area (36×24) Photo with DX image area (24×16) A DX Lenses DX lenses are designed for use with DX format cameras and have a smaller angle of view than lenses for 35mm format cameras. If Auto DX crop is off and FX (36×24
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    (36.0 × 23.9 mm), producing an angle of view equivalent to a NIKKOR lens on a 35 mm format camera. An area at the center of the image sensor 23.4 × 15.5 mm is used to record pictures in DX format. To calculate the approximate focal length of the lens in 35mm format, multiply by 1.5. d ❚❚ Auto
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    can be set using the Image area option in the shooting menu or by pressing a control and rotating a command dial. ❚❚ 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 (0 235) and press 2. G button 2 Choose
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    press + command dials" option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu (0 266). Image area selection can be assigned to the Fn f6, Assign AE-L/AF-L button, 0 267). 2 Use the selected control to choose an image area. The image area can be selected by pressing the selected button and rotating
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    8 bits per channel (24-bit color). TIFF is (RGB) supported by a wide variety of imaging applications. JPEG fine Record JPEG images at a compression ratio of roughly 1:4 (fine quality). * JPEG normal JPEG Record JPEG images at a compression ratio of roughly 1:8 (normal quality). * JPEG basic
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    button Main command dial Information display A The Shooting Menu d Image quality can also be adjusted using the Image quality option in the shooting menu (0 235). A NEF (RAW) Images NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the camera or using software such as Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 325) or
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    file size by about 20-40% with no effect on image quality. d NEF images are compressed using a non- O Compressed reversible algorithm, reducing file size by about 35-55% with almost no effect on image quality. Uncompressed NEF images are not compressed. ❚❚ NEF (RAW) Recording > NEF (RAW) Bit
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    and d rotating the sub-command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the information display. X (T) button Sub command dial Information display A The Shooting Menu Image size can also be adjusted using the Image size option in the shooting menu (0 235). 58
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    (see below) or manually (0 68). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 64) or use focus lock to focus : For moving subjects. Camera focuses continuously while shutter-release button is pressed halfway; if AF-C subject moves, camera will engage predictive focus
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    dial AF-S AF-C A The B Button For the purpose of focusing the camera, pressing N the B button has the same effect as pressing the shutter-release the camera to track focus while attempting to predict where the subject will be when the shutter is released. A See Also For information on using focus
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    focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (I) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus. In these cases, focus manually (0 68) or use focus lock (0 66) to focus on another subject at the same distance and
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    the focus point as described on page 64. In AF-C focus mode, the camera will track subjects that leave the selected focus point and select new focus points as required. Use to quickly compose pictures with subjects that are moving erratically from side to side (e.g., tennis players). If the
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    and selects the focus point. If a type G, E, or D lens is used (0 320), 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, the main focus point remains highlighted after
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    in the viewfinder. Remaining focus points provide information to assist focus operation. A Manual Focus Single-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
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    area AF The focus point for auto-area AF is selected automatically; manual focus-point selection is not available. A See Also For information on ). For information on choosing the number of focus points that can be selected using the multi selector, see Custom Setting a7 (Number of focus points, 0
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    it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 61), focus lock can also be used to recompose the photograph after focusing on another object at the same distance as your original subject. Focus lock is
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    taken at the same focus setting. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject while focus lock is in effect. If the subject Locking Focus with the B Button During viewfinder photography, the B button can be used in place of the shutter-release button to lock focus (0 60). If AF-ON
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    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. N • Manual focus lenses: Set the camera focus-mode selector to M. To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image
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    focus in the viewfinder before shooting. For information on using the electronic rangefinder with optional AF-S/AF-I teleconverters, see determine the distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark (E) on the camera body. The distance between the lens mounting flange
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    choose from settings of from about 0.3 to 1 EV below ISO 100 and 0.3 to 4 EV above ISO 12800 for special situations. ISO sensitivity is selected using the ISO sensitivity dial. Keeping the ISO sensitivity dial lock release pressed, rotate the dial to the desired setting. ISO sensitivity dial S ISO
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    to ISO sensitivities 0.3-4 EV over ISO 12800 (ISO 16000- 204800 equivalent). Pictures taken at these settings are more likely to be subject to noise ( to ISO sensitivities 0.3-1 EV below ISO 100 (ISO 80-50 equivalent). Use for larger apertures when lighting is bright. Contrast is slightly higher than
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    sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected by the user (ISO sensitivity is adjusted appropriately when the flash is used). 1 Select Auto ISO sensitivity control for Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu. To display the menus
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    selected by the user is higher than that chosen for Maximum sensitivity, the value selected by the user will be used instead). In adjusted for optimal exposure at the shutter speed selected by the user). If Auto is selected, the camera will choose the minimum shutter speed based on the focal length
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    usually selected automatically can be used with telephoto lenses to reduce blur lenses; if a non-CPU lens is used without lens data, minimum shutter speed is higher sensitivities. Use the High ISO NR option in the When a flash is used, the value selected for is used in combination with slow sync flash
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    ). Circle is centered on current b focus point, making it possible to meter off-center subjects (if non-CPU lens is used or if auto-area AF is in effect, camera will meter center focus point). Ensures that subject will be correctly exposed, even when background is much brighter or darker. 75
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    To choose a metering method, rotate the metering selector until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder. Metering selector Z A See Also For information on choosing the size of the area assigned the greatest weight in center-weighted metering, see Custom Setting b1 (Centerweighted area,
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    -release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the A AE-L/AF-L button to lock focus and exposure (if you are using autofocus, confirm that the I in-focus indicator appears in the viewfinder). While exposure lock is in effect, an AE-L indicator will appear in the
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    A Metered Area In spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 4-mm (0.16 in.) circle centered on the selected focus point. In centerweighted metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 12-mm circle in the center of the viewfinder. A Adjusting Shutter Speed and
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    to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (0 75). Choose from values between -3 EV (underexposure) and +3 EV (overexposure) in increments of 1/3 EV. In general, positive values
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    and exposure, altering the brightness of both the main subject and the background. Custom Setting e4 (Exposure comp. for flash, 0 259) can be used to restrict the effects of exposure compensation to the background only. A See Also For information on automatically varying exposure, flash level, white
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    most light sources. If the desired results can not be achieved with auto white balance, choose an option from the list below or use preset white balance. Option Color temp. * Description v Auto White balance is adjusted Normal Keep warm lighting colors 3500- 8000 K automatically. For best
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    in daylight with subjects in the shade. K Choose color temp. 2500- Choose color temperature from 10,000 K list of values (0 88). L Preset manual Use subject, light source, or - existing photograph as reference for white balance (0 90). * All values are approximate and do not reflect fine-tuning
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    results with large studio flash units. Use preset white balance or set white balance to Flash and use fine tuning to adjust white balance. Light sources with a higher color temperature appear tinged with blue. The camera white balance options are adapted to the following color temperatures: • I
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    light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. White balance is fine-tuned using the White balance option in the shooting menu or by pressing option other than Auto, Fluorescent, Choose color temp., or Preset manual is selected, proceed to Step 2. If Auto or Fluorescent is
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    2 Fine tune white balance. Use the multi selector to fine- tune white balance. White balance can be fine-tuned on the amber (A)-blue (B) axis and the green (G)-magenta (M) axis. The
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    ❚❚ 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 85; to fine-tune white balance when L is selected, use the shooting menu as described on page 84). Six settings in both
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    color temperature that takes such variation into account, and as such is the unit used in color-temperature compensation filters. E.g.: • 4000 K-3000 K (a difference of bracketing set, 0 259), the camera will create several images each time the shutter is released. White balance will be varied
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    Choosing a Color Temperature When K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance, color temperature can be selected using the White balance option in the shooting menu or by using the L (U) button, multi selector, and sub-command dial. D Choose Color Temperature Note that the desired results
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    is selected for the green (G)- magenta (M) axis, an asterisk ("E") will be displayed in the information display. ❚❚ The L (U) Button The L (U) button can be used to select the color temperature for the amber (A)-blue (B) axis only. Press the L (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the
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    Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. The camera under lighting that will be used in final photo and white balance measured by camera. In live view photography (0
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    L appears in the information display. L (U) button Main command dial Information display A Measuring Preset White Balance (Viewfinder Photography) Preset manual white balance can not be measured during HDR photography or multiple exposure (0 112, 149). 3 Select a preset. Press the L (U) button
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    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 a. Control panel Viewfinder If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure r white balance. A flashing b a will
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    (0 253) and Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 251). A Selecting a Preset Selecting Preset manual for the White balance option in the shooting menu displays the dialog shown at right; highlight a preset and the view through the lens will be displayed in the r camera monitor. a button 93
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    2 Set white balance to L (Preset manual). Press the L (U) button and rotate the main command dial until L is displayed in the monitor. L (U) button Main command dial Monitor 3 Select a preset. Press the L (U) button
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    Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay) > Live view (0 253). If the camera is unable to measure white balance, the message shown at right will be displayed Step 4. When Preset manual is selected for White balance in the shooting menu, r the position of the target used to measure preset white
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    White balance in G button the shooting menu. Highlight Preset manual and press 2. 2 Select a destination. Highlight the destination preset (d-1 to d-4) and press W (M). r 3 Choose Select image. W (M) button Highlight Select image and press 2. 4 Highlight a source image. Highlight the source
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    highlighted photograph has a comment (0 278), the comment will be copied to the comment for the selected preset. A Choosing a Source Image To view the image highlighted in Step 4 full frame, press and hold the X (T) button. A Choosing a White Balance Preset r Press 1 to highlight the current
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    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 (M). W (M) button 3 Select Edit
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    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 (M). W (M) button 3 Select Protect
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    Enhancement Picture Controls Nikon's unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue, among compatible devices and software. Selecting a Picture Control The camera offers a choice of preset Picture
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    and press J. A Custom Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the shooting menu (0 106). Custom Picture Controls can be saved to a J memory card for sharing among other cameras of the same
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    be modified to suit the scene or the user's creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control in the Picture Control list (0 100) and press 2. 2 Adjust
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    Picture Control Quick adjust (note that this resets all manual adjustments). For example, choosing positive values for Vivid makes pictures more vivid. Not available with Neutral or Monochrome Picture and green (0 105). Choose the tint used in monochrome photographs from Toning B&W (black-and
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    is displayed when Monochrome is selected). Release the W (M) button to return to the Picture Control menu. The icons for Picture Controls that use auto contrast and saturation are displayed in green in the Picture Control grid, and lines appear parallel to the axes of the grid. A Previous Settings
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    the sky in landscape photographs. Orange produces more contrast than yellow, red more contrast R Red than orange. G Green Softens skin tones. Can be used for portraits. Note that the effects achieved with Filter effects are more pronounced than those produced by physical glass filters. A Toning
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    Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Select Manage Picture Control in the shooting menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Manage Picture Control G button in the shooting menu and
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    The text-entry dialog area shown at right will be displayed. By default, new Name area Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digit number (assigned automatically) to the name of the existing Picture Control; to use the default name, proceed to Step 7. To move the cursor in the name area
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    Control > Delete The Delete option in the Manage Picture Control menu can be used to delete selected custom Picture Controls when they are no longer needed. A The Original Picture Control Icon The original preset Picture Control on which the custom Picture Control is based is indicated by an icon
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    on the memory card. A Saving Custom Picture Controls Up to 99 custom Picture Controls can be stored on the memory card at any one time. The memory card can only be used to store user-created custom Picture Controls. The preset Picture Controls supplied with the camera (0 100) can not be copied to
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    brightly lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day. It is most effective when used with matrix metering (0 75). Active D-Lighting off Active D- D-Lighting option in the retouch menu (0 291) brightens shadows in images after shooting. 110
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    use Active D-Lighting: 1 Select Active D-Lighting in the shooting menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Active D-Lighting in the G button shooting menu and press 2. 2 Choose an option. Highlight the desired option and press J. If Y Auto is selected, the camera not be used at ISO
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    methods and a non-CPU lens, an exposure differential of Auto is equivalent to about 2 EV). It can not be used to record NEF (RAW) images. HDR can not be used with flash lighting, bracketing (0 136), multiple exposure (0 149), or shutter speeds of B (bulb) or T (time). + First exposure (darker
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    6 On (series). HDR shooting will continue until you select Off for HDR mode. • To take one HDR photograph, select On (single photo). Normal shooting will resume automatically after you have created a single HDR photograph. • To exit without creating additional HDR photographs, select Off. u appears
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    required may not produce the desired results; if Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust exposure to suit the scene. 4 Choose the amount of smoothing. To choose how much the boundaries between the two images are smoothed, highlight J Smoothing and press 2. The options shown
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    will only turn off when Off is selected for HDR mode; if On (single photo) is selected, HDR turns off automatically after the photograph is taken. The u edges of the image will be cropped out. The desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during shooting. Use of a tripod
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    lFlash Photography Using a Flash The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. Optional flash units can be attached directly to the camera accessory shoe as described below. The accessory shoe is equipped with a safety lock for flash
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    voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash. Before using a Nikon flash unit not listed in this section, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative for more information. l 117
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    Creative Lighting System (CLS) Nikon's advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography. ❚❚ CLS-Compatible Flash Units The camera can be used with the following CLS-compatible flash units: • The
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    - - A Non-TTL auto z3 - - - GN Distance-priority manual z z - - M Manual zzz - RPT Repeating flash z-- - Remote flash control zz- z i- Camera modeling illumination z z z z Camera flash mode selection --- - - z - z zz -- l z z zz - - -- - - z- z z -- - - zz Camera
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    flash units such as the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, and SB-600 emit a modeling flash when the camera Pv button is pressed. This feature can be used with Advanced Wireless Lighting to preview the total lighting effect achieved with multiple flash units. Modeling illumination can be turned off
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    105mm f/2.8G IF-ED and AF-S Micro NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED lenses only. 3 Available when camera is used to select flash mode. D Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR
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    The SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SB-400 provide red-eye reduction, while the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SU-800 provide AF-assist illumination with the following restrictions: • SB-910 and SB-900: AF-assist illumination is available with 17-135 mm AF lenses, 17-19
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    The information display shows the flash control mode for optional flash units attached to the camera accessory shoe as follows: Flash sync Auto FP (0 257) i-TTL Auto aperture (AA) Non-TTL auto flash (A) Distance-priority manual (GN) Manual Repeating flash Advanced wireless lighting - l 123
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    compatible flash unit (0 118) is set to TTL, the camera automatically selects one of the following types of flash control: i- focal length and maximum aperture; see 0 163). Not available when spot metering is used. Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR: Flash output adjusted to bring lighting in frame
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    Flash Modes The camera supports the following flash modes: Flash mode Description This mode is exposure modes. Use of tripod is recommended to prevent blurring caused by camera shake. l In shutter-priority auto or manual exposure mode, flash fires just before the shutter closes. Use to create
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    sync Red-eye reduction with Red-eye reduction 1 slow sync 1, 2 Rear-curtain sync 4 Slow sync 3 1 Y icon flashes if flash unit does not support red-eye reduction. 2 Red-eye reduction with slow sync is available only in exposure modes P and l A. In exposure modes S and M, red-eye reduction
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    used: Mode Shutter speed Aperture See page P Set automatically by camera (1/200 s-1/60 s) 1, 2 Set automatically 38 S Value selected by user (1/200 s-30 s) 2 by camera 39 A Set automatically by camera are available with optional flash units that support auto FP high-speed sync. 3 Flash
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    Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output by from -3EV to +1EV in increments of 1/3EV, changing output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0. Flash l compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off. ±0 EV (W (M) button pressed) -0.3 EV +1.0 EV 128
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    A Optional Flash Units The flash compensation selected with the optional flash unit is added to the flash compensation selected with the camera. A See Also For information on choosing how flash and exposure compensation combine, see Custom Setting e4 (Exposure comp. for flash, 0 259). For
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    used CLS compatible flash units only (0 118). To use FV lock: 1 Assign FV lock to a camera control. Select FV lock as the "press" a CLS-compatible flash unit. Mount a CLS-compatible flash unit (0 118) on the camera accessory shoe. 3 Set the flash unit to the appropriate mode. l Turn the flash
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    viewfinder. 6 Recompose the photograph. 7 Take the photograph. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictures can be taken without releasing FV lock. l 8 Release FV lock. Press the button selected in Step 1 to release FV lock. Confirm that
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    optional flash unit are as follows: Flash unit Flash mode Stand-alone flash unit i-TTL AA Used with other flash units (Advanced Wireless Lighting) i-TTL AA A (master flash) Metered area 5-mm circle in center of frame Area metered by flash exposure meter
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    tOther Shooting Options Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the W (M) and D buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked
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    control Off 72 Interval timer shooting Off 3 156 Picture Control settings 4 Unmodified 100 Multiple exposure Off 5 149 1 With the exception of multiple exposure and interval timer settings, only settings in the bank currently selected using the Shooting menu bank option will be reset
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    + NEF (RAW) Off 264 1 Focus point not displayed if auto-area AF is selected for AF-area mode. 2 Only settings in the bank currently selected using the Custom settings bank option will be reset (0 245). Settings in the remaining banks are unaffected. t 135
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    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 119 and 124), Active D-Lighting, or white balance and there is not time to check results
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    2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the D button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in information display. Number of shots D button Main command dial Information display Exposure and flash bracketing indicator
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    3 Select an exposure increment. Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment. Exposure increment D button Sub-command dial Information display At default settings, the size of the increment can be chosen from 0.3 (1/3), 0.7 (2/3), 1, 2, and 3 EV. The
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    4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with
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    if the limits of exposure system are exceeded. Custom Setting e7 (Auto bracketing (mode M), 0 260) can be used to change how the camera performs exposure and flash bracketing in manual t exposure mode. Bracketing can be performed by varying flash level together with shutter speed and/or aperture, or
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    ❚❚ White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on white balance, see page 81. 1 Select white balance bracketing. Choose
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    3 Select a white balance increment. Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is roughly equivalent to 5 mired. White balance increment D button Sub-command dial Information display Choose from increments of 1 (5 mired), 2 (10 mired
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    4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. Each shot will be processed to create the number of copies specified in the bracketing program, and each copy will have a different white balance. Modifications to white balance are added to the white balance adjustment made with white balance fine-tuning. If
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    activated. A White Balance Bracketing White balance bracketing is not available at an image quality of NEF (RAW). Selecting NEF (RAW), NEF (RAW)+JPEG Number of shots (0 252). If the camera is turned off while the memory card access lamp is lit, the camera will power off only after all photographs
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    ❚❚ ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 110. 1 Select ADL bracketing. Choose ADL bracketing for Custom Setting
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    3 Select Active D-Lighting. Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose Active D-Lighting. D button Sub-command dial Active D-Lighting is shown in the information display. Information display ADL Information display ADL Y P Auto High R c Low Extra high 1 t Q d
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    4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. A bracketing progress indicator can be viewed by activating the information display. A segment
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    specified in the bracketing program have been taken. 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 in Step 2 on page 145 each time the shutter-release button is pressed, regardless of the option
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    the steps below to record a series of two to ten exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures can make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor to produce colors noticeably superior to those in software-generated photographic overlays. ❚❚ Creating a Multiple Exposure Multiple exposures
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    exposure shooting will continue until you select Off for Multiple exposure mode. • To take one multiple exposure, select On (single photo). Normal shooting will resume automatically after you have created a single multiple exposure. • To exit without creating additional multiple exposures, select
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    is shown in the information display; when multiple exposure is enabled, multiple exposure mode is shown as follows: n (with a B to the right) for On (single photo) and n (with a o to the right) for On (series). t 151
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    4 Choose the amount of gain. Highlight Auto gain and press 2. The following options will be displayed. Highlight an option and press J. • On: Gain is adjusted according to number of exposures actually recorded (gain for each exposure is set to 1/2 for 2 exposures, 1/3 for 3 exposures, etc.). • Off:
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    to record multiple exposures while the shutter-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, regardless of the option
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    will be adjusted to reflect the number of exposures actually recorded. Note that shooting will end automatically if: • A two-button reset is performed (0 133) • The camera is turned off • The battery is exhausted • Pictures are deleted t 154
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    Do not remove or replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure. The shooting information listed in the playback photo information display (including date of recording and camera orientation) is for the first shot in the multiple exposure. ISO sensitivity is fixed at the value for the
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    . 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 correct time and date (0 276). Use of a tripod is recommended. Mount the camera on a tripod before shooting begins. To ensure that shooting is not interrupted, be sure the
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    an interval longer than the time needed to take the number of shots selected in Step 4. If the interval is too short, the number of photos taken may be less than the total listed in Step 4 (the number of intervals multiplied by the number of shots per interval). Press 2 to continue
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    Note that because the shutter speed, frame rate, and time needed to record images may vary from one interval to the next, the time between the end of speed of B (bulb) or T (time) is currently selected in manual exposure mode or the start time is in less than a minute), a warning will be displayed
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    D Out of Memory If the memory card is full, the interval timer will remain active but no pictures will be taken. Resume shooting (0 161) after deleting some pictures or turning the camera off and inserting another memory card. A Cover the Viewfinder To prevent light entering via the viewfinder
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    interval, and the number of intervals and shots remaining. None of these items can be changed while interval timer photography is in progress. Pictures can be played back and shooting and menu settings can be adjusted freely while interval timer photography is in progress. The monitor will turn
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    button between intervals • Highlighting Start > Pause in the interval timer menu and pressing J • Turning the camera off and then on again (if desired, the memory card can be replaced while the camera is off ) • Selecting self-timer (E) or MUP release mode To resume shooting: 1 Choose a new starting
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    reset (0 133) • Resetting settings for the current shooting menu bank using the Shooting menu bank item in the shooting menu (0 236) • Changing will resume when interval timer photography ends. ❚❚ No Photograph The camera will skip the current interval if any of the following situations persist
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    aperture), the user can gain access to the following CPU lens functions. If the focal length of the lens is known: • Power zoom can be used with optional if the flash unit supports AA (auto aperture) mode • Aperture is listed (with an asterisk) in the playback photo info display Specifying both
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    ❚❚ Storing Non-CPU Lens Data The camera can store data for up to nine non-CPU lenses. To enter or edit data for a non-CPU lens: 1 Select Non-CPU lens data. Press
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    3 Enter the focal length and aperture. Highlight Focal length (mm) or Maximum aperture and press 4 or 2 to edit the highlighted item. Focal length can be selected from values between 6 and 4000 mm, maximum aperture from values between f/1.2 and f/22. A Focal Length Not Listed If the correct focal
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    lens number as described below. 1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Select Choose non-CPU lens number as the "+ command dials" option , 0 266), or f6 (Assign AE-L/AF-L button, 0 267). 2 Use the selected control to choose the lens number. Press the selected button and rotate
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    Non-AI Lenses The camera can be used with non-AI lenses (i.e., lenses not equipped with AI mechanisms). Before attaching the lens, be sure to raise the metering coupling lever; failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to the camera or lens. Metering coupling lever ❚❚ AI Versus Non
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    ❚❚ Taking Pictures with Non-AI Lenses The lack of an AI mechanism means that camera controls can not be used to set aperture when a non-AI lens is attached. For optimal exposure, you must manually match the camera aperture setting to the lens. 1 Attach the lens. Attach a non-AI lens for which you
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    6 Take pictures. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 as necessary to change the aperture during shooting. t 169
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    (UTC). These data are displayed in the photo information location data page (0 188). ❚❚ Attaching a GPS Unit Turn the camera off and connect the GPS unit to the accessory terminal (0 325) using the cable supplied with the unit. See the GPS unit manual for more information. ❚❚ Setup Menu Options
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    data is provided by the GPS unit and is independent of the camera clock. A The o Icon Connection status is shown by the o icon: • o (static): The camera has established communication with the GPS unit. Photo information for pictures taken while this icon is displayed include an additional page of
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    -26 eyepiece cap before shooting (0 23). 1 Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. The subject will no longer be visible in the viewfinder. a button 2 Position the focus point. Position the focus point over your subject as
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    camera focuses. If the camera is able to focus, the focus point will be displayed in green; if the camera is unable to focus, the focus point will flash red (note that pictures the assistance of an exposure indicator (0 43). 4 Take the picture. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way
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    may also become noticeably warm, but this does not indicate a malfunction): • The ambient temperature is high • Live view has been used for extended periods • The camera has been used in continuous release mode for extended periods If live view does not start when you press the a button, wait for
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    using autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF and follow the steps below to choose autofocus and AF-area modes. For information on focusing manually is pressed halfway. Full-time servo AF: For moving subjects. Camera focuses AF-F continuously until shutter-release button is pressed. Focus
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    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 darken while the camera focuses. The focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to
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    ❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area Mode The following AF-area modes can be selected in live view: Mode Description Face-priority AF: Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces, up to a
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    To choose an AF-area mode, press the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired mode is displayed in the monitor. AF-mode button Sub-command dial Monitor x 178
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    items using the multi selector and press 2 to view options for the P button highlighted item. After choosing the desired setting, press J to exit. Option Image quality Image size Set Picture Control Description Choose image quality (0 55). Choose image size (0 58). Choose a Picture Control
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    The Live View Display: Live View Photography we q r t Item Description 0 The amount of time remaining before live q Time remaining view ends automatically. Displayed if 184 shooting will end in 30 s or less. w Autofocus mode The current autofocus mode. 175 e AF-area mode The current AF-
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    View Display Although they will not appear in the final picture, jagged edges, color fringing, moire, and bright spots in damage to the camera's internal circuitry. A Exposure Depending on the scene, exposure may differ from that which would be obtained when live view is not used. Metering in live
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    The Information Display: Live View Photography To hide or display indicators in the monitor during live view photography, press the R button. Information on Information off 16-cell framing grid 9-cell framing grid 1 : 1 aspect ratio x 16 : 9 aspect ratio Virtual horizon (0 282) 182
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    focus in manual focus mode (0 68), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is zoomed in, a navigation window will appear in a gray frame at the bottom right corner of the display. Use the multi selector to scroll to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor (available only if wideor normal
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    the camera monitor will remain on and the video device will display the view through the lens as shown at right. If the device supports HDMI- CEC, select Off for the HDMI > Device control option in the setup menu (0 223) before shooting in live view. A See Also For information on using
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    IMore on Playback Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. O button K button K button Sub-command Multi selector dial G button L (U) button X (T) button W (M) button P button J button Main command dial I 185
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    To View additional photographs Use Description Press 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs in reverse order. View photo information Press 1 or 3 to view information about current photograph (0 188). View thumbnails Zoom in on photograph Delete images Change protect
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    232), photographs 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
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    data are only displayed if an optional GP-1 or GP-1A GPS unit was used when the photo was taken. 1/12 1/12 NIKON Df 100NC_DF DSC_0001. JPG 15/10/2013 10: 02: 28 NORMAL 4928x3280 File information None (image only) 1/ 125 F5. 6 100 50mm 0, 0 100NC_DF DSC_0001. JPG 15/10/2013 10: 02: 28
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    6 Image quality 55 7 Image size 58 8 Image area using AF-S, display shows point where focus first locked. If photograph was taken using AF-C, focus point is only displayed if option other than auto-area AF was selected for AF-area mode and camera was able to focus. 3 Displayed in yellow if picture
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    ❚❚ Highlights 1 2 100-1 1 Image highlights 1 2 Folder number-frame number 2 237 3 Current channel 1 RGB Highlights 3 Select R, G, B 1 Flashing as follows: RGB R (all channels) (red) W (M) button G (green) B (blue) 2 Displayed in yellow if picture is in DX format (0 51). I 190
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    R, G, B 1 Image highlights 1 2 Folder number-frame number 2 237 3 White balance 81 Color temperature 88 White balance fine-tuning .......84 Preset manual 90 4 Current channel G (red) (green) Highlight display off B (blue) 2 Displayed in yellow if picture is in DX format (0 51). I 191
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    is displayed, press X (T). Use the X (T) and W (M) 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
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    control 4 118, 121, 258 Flash compensation 4 128 10 Camera name 11 Image area 5 51 12 Folder number-frame number 5 237 13 White balance 81 Color temperature 88 White balance fine-tuning .......84 Preset manual 90 14 Color space 240 15 Picture Control 100 16 Quick adjust 6 103 Original
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    112 HDR smoothing 112 25 Vignette control 241 26 Retouch history 287 27 Image comment 278 28 Name of photographer 10...........279 29 Copyright holder 10 279 N I KON D f 100-1 1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on. 2 Displayed if Custom Setting b2
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    163, 322 4 Camera name 19 Location data indicator 170 5 Histogram showing the 20 Image comment indicator......... 278 distribution of tones in the image (0 192). 6 Image quality 55 7 Image size 58 8 Image area 1 51 9 File name 239 21 Active D-Lighting 110 22 Picture Control 100 23
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    to increase the number of images displayed. Press X (T) to reduce the number of images displayed. Display fewer images X (T) When four images are displayed, press to view highlighted image full frame. Use multi selector to highlight Highlight images images for full-frame playback, playback
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    /Zoom in on highlighted photo Use W (M)/J X (T) picture. Highlight dates/ Highlight images • Date list: Highlight date. • Thumbnail list: Highlight picture. Toggle full frame playback J Thumbnail list: View highlighted picture. Delete highlighted photo(s) I • Date list: Delete all pictures
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    To Return to shooting mode Retouch photo Use Description / K Monitor will turn off. Photographs can be taken immediately. Thumbnail list: Create retouched copy P of photo highlighted in thumbnail list (0 287). I 198
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    to maximum of approximately 30 × (large images in 36 × 24/3 : 2 format), 23 × (medium images) or 15 × (small images). Press W (M) to zoom out. While photo is zoomed in, use multi View other selector to view areas of image not visible in areas of image monitor. Keep multi selector pressed to
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    To Use Description View other images Rotate main command dial to view same location in other photos at current zoom ratio. Change protect status L (U) See page 201 for more information. Return to shooting mode / K Monitor will turn off. taken immediately. Photographs can be Retouch photo
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    , zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the L (U) button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the O button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 22
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    , display the photograph or highlight it in the thumbnail list and then press the L (U) button. I A Removing Protection from All Images To remove protection from all images in the folder or folders currently selected in the Playback folder menu, press the L (U) and O buttons together for about two
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    , 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 protected or hidden can not be deleted. Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback
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    the date in the date list and pressing the O button (0 197). A See Also The After delete option in the playback menu determines whether the next image or the previous image is displayed after an image is deleted (0 233). 204
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    images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Q Selected n Select date Description Delete selected pictures. Delete all pictures taken on a selected date (0 206). R All Delete all pictures a picture. Use the multi selector to highlight a picture. To view the highlighted picture full
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    are marked by a O icon. W (M) button Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select additional pictures; to deselect a picture, highlight it and press W (M). 4 Press J to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. ❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Taken
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    2 Highlight a date. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a date. To view the pictures taken on the highlighted date, press W (M). Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures, or press and hold X (T) to view the W (M) button current picture full screen. Press W (M) to return to the date list. 3 Select
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    the system requirements on page 210. Be sure to use the latest version of ViewNX 2, which is available for download from the websites listed on page xvii, as earlier versions that do not support the Df may fail to transfer NEF (RAW) images correctly. 1 Launch the installer. Start the computer
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    is not available in the European release). 3 Start the installer. Click Install and follow the onscreen instructions. D Installation Guide For help installing ViewNX 2, click Installation Guide in Step 3. Click Install 4 Exit the installer. Windows Mac OS Click Yes Click OK 5 Remove the
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    1920 × 1080 or more • Movies (editing): Intel Core i5 or better • Photos: Intel Core or Xeon series • Movies (playback): Core Duo 2 GHz or better bit OS X 10.8 or 10.7, Mac OS X 10.6 versions of Windows XP are not supported • 32-bit Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista: 1 GB or more (2 GB or
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    supplied ViewNX 2 CD (0 208). 1 Choose how pictures will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable and then
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    be displayed; select Import file using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click Import file. 3 Click 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
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    2 toolbar. A dialog will be displayed, allowing you to print pictures on a printer connected to the computer. A For More Information Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2. A Connecting Cables Be sure the camera is off when connecting or disconnecting interface Q cables. Do not
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    Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 362) connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied USB cable. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable as shown. Do not use force or
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    can not be selected for printing. JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) images can be created using the NEF (RAW) processing option in the retouch menu (0 300 view six pictures at a time, press the W (M) button. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or press X (T) to display the highlighted picture full
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    then press J to select and return to the previous menu. This option is available only if supported by the printer. Highlight Printer default (use current printer settings), Border Print with border (print photo with white border), or No border and press J to select and exit to the previous menu
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    following options and press 2. • Print select: Select pictures for printing. • Select date: Print one copy of all the pictures taken on a selected date. • Print (DPOF): print: To create an index print of all JPEG pictures (0 55) on the memory card, proceed to Step 4. Note that if the memory
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    date on or off. To X (T) button: View view the pictures taken on the highlighted photo full screen selected date, press W (M). Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures, or press and hold X (T) to view the Q current picture full screen. Press W (M) again to return to the date
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    press J. Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital "print orders" for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. 1 Choose Select/set for the DPOF print order item in the playback menu. Press the G button
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    press 1 or 3 to specify the number of prints (up to 99; to deselect the picture, press 3 when the number X (T) button: View photo full of prints is 1). Continue screen until all the desired pictures have been selected. 3 Display imprint options. Press J to display data imprint options. Q 220
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    Multiple Pictures" to modify and print the current order (0 217). DPOF print date and shooting data options are not supported when printing photographs (0 55) can not be selected using this option. Q JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) images can be created using the NEF (RAW) processing option in the
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    can be used to connect the camera to high-definition video devices. 1 Turn the camera off. Always turn the camera off before HDMI channel. 4 Turn the camera on and press the K button. During playback, images will be displayed on the television screen. Connect to camera K button Q A HDMI and
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    remaining. A Device Control See the television manual for details. A Television Playback Use of an AC adapter and power connector (available separately) is Q recommended for extended playback. The TV will display images full screen if photo information is hidden during full-frame playback
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    UMenu Guide Defaults The default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button resets, see page 133. ❚❚ Playback Menu Defaults Option Playback folder (0 230) Image review (0 232) After delete (0 233) Rotate tall (0 233) Slide show (0 234) Frame
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    81) Fine-tuning (0 84) Choose color temp. (0 88) Preset manual (0 90) Set Picture Control (0 100) Color space (0 240) Active D-Lighting (0 110) Off Normal Off Off 2 On Reset 3 1 Default settings can be restored using Shooting menu bank (0 236). With the exceptions of Multiple exposure and Interval
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    AF activation (0 247) a5 Focus point illumination (0 248) AF point illumination Manual focus mode a6 Focus point wrap-around (0 249) a7 Number of focus between shots c4 Monitor off delay (0 253) Playback Menus Information display Image review Live view d1 Beep (0 253) d2 Viewfinder grid display (0
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    On AE & flash Flash/speed MTR > under > over LCD backlight (D) Select center focus point Thumbnail on/off Select center focus point Do nothing None Choose image area Preview None AE/AF lock None U 227
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    Custom Settings bank can be restored using Custom settings bank (0 245). ❚❚ Setup Menu Defaults Option Monitor brightness (0 273) Auto info display (0 273) Clean image sensor (0 329) Clean at startup at startup & shutdown Auto Off On Auto On Enable Yes Same as camera Fn button Enable Enable U 228
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    playback menu contains the following options: Option 0 Option 0 Delete 205 After delete 233 Playback folder 230 Rotate tall 233 Hide image 230 Slide show 234 Playback display options 232 DPOF print order 219 Image review 232 A See Also Menu defaults are listed on page 224. U 229
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    in all folders will be visible during playback. Only pictures in the current folder will be visible during playback. Hide Image G button ➜ D playback menu Hide or reveal pictures. Hidden pictures are visible only in the Hide image menu and can only be deleted by formatting the memory card
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    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, press W (M) button and hold the X (T) button)
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    the option for the photo information display. A L appears next to selected items; to deselect, highlight and press 2. To return to the playback menu, highlight Done and press J. G button ➜ D playback menu Image Review G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed
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    appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review. Option On Off Description "Tall" (portrait-orientation) pictures are automatically rotated for display in the camera monitor. Pictures taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation (0 277) will be
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    pictures in the current playback folder (0 230). Hidden images (0 230) are not displayed. Option Description Start Start slide show. Frame interval Choose how long each picture Exit to playback mode Exit to shooting mode Change or hide photo info displayed (0 188). J Pause or resume slide show
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    quality 55 Vignette control 241 Image size 58 Auto distortion control 241 Image area 51 Long exposure NR 242 JPEG compression 57 High ISO NR 242 NEF (RAW) recording 57 Auto ISO sensitivity control 70 White balance 81 Multiple exposure 149 Set Picture Control 100 Interval timer
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    shooting, and modifications to Picture Controls (quick adjust and other manual adjustments), changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera
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    ➜ C shooting menu Select the folder in which subsequent images will be stored. ❚❚ Selecting Folders by Folder Number . • X : Folder is partially full. • Y : Folder contains 999 pictures or a picture numbered 9999. No further pictures can be stored in this folder. 3 Save changes and exit. Press J
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    If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains 999 pictures or a picture numbered 9999, the shutter-release will be disabled and 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 contains a very large number
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    the "DSC" portion of the file name. For information on editing file names, see page 107. A Extensions The following extensions are used: ".NEF" for NEF (RAW) images, ".TIF" for TIFF (RGB) images, ".JPG" for JPEG images, and ".NDF" for dust off reference data. In each pair of photographs recorded at
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    or kiosk printing or other commercial print services. Adobe RGB photographs can also be printed using these options, but colors will not be as vivid. JPEG photographs taken in the Adobe RGB color space are DCF compliant; applications and printers that support DCF will select the correct color space
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    TIFF and JPEG images may exhibit noise (fog) or variations in peripheral brightness, while custom Picture Controls and preset Picture Controls that have guaranteed with other lenses. Before using auto distortion control with DX lenses, select On for Auto DX crop or choose an image area of DX (24×16)
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    for processing roughly doubles; during processing, "l m" will flash in the shutter speed/aperture displays and pictures can not be taken (if the camera is turned off before processing is complete, the picture will be saved but noise reduction will not be performed). In continuous release mode, frame
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    A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab. G button Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. Main menu Custom Setting groups Custom settings bank (0 245) U
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    Self-timer 252 f6 Assign AE-L/AF-L button 267 c4 Monitor off delay 253 f7 Customize command dials 267 d Shooting/display f8 Release button to use dial 269 d1 Beep 253 f9 Slot empty release lock 269 d2 Viewfinder grid display 253 f10 Reverse indicators 269 d3 ISO display 254 f11
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    store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera to these settings. The new camera is turned off, and will be restored the next time the bank is selected. Different combinations of settings can be stored in the other banks, allowing the user
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    the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority) or only when the camera is in focus (focus priority). Option G Release F Focus Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed. Photos can only be taken when the in-focus indicator (I) is displayed. Regardless
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    when the subject is briefly obscured by objects passing through the frame. E 1 (Short) The camera immediately adjusts focus when the distance Off to the subject changes. Use when photographing a series of subjects at varying distances in quick succession. a4: AF Activation G button
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    focus point may be difficult to see. The selected focus point is not highlighted. The area outside the current crop is shown in grey (0 52). ❚❚ Manual focus mode Choose On to display the active focus point in
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    is selected has no effect. a7: Number of Focus Points G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the number of focus points available for manual focuspoint selection. Option Description # 39 points Choose from the 39 focus points shown at right. A 11 points Choose from the 11 focus points
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    for Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu (0 163). b2: Fine-tune Optimal Exposure G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Use this option to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera. Exposure can be fine-tuned separately for each metering method by from +1 to -1 EV in steps of 1/6 EV. D Fine
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    exposure will lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. c2: Standby timer G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed. The shutter-speed and aperture displays in the control panel and viewfinder turn off
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    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. • Self-timer delay: Choose the length of the shutter-release delay (0 48). • Number of shots: Press 1 and 3 to choose the
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    are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image review; defaults to 4 s), when menus (Menus; defaults A Custom Settings menu Choose the pitch of the beep that sounds when the camera focuses using single-servo AF (AF-S; 0 59), when focus locks, while the release
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    d3: ISO Display G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If On is selected, the viewfinder will show ISO sensitivity in place of the number of exposures remaining. d4: Screen Tips G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose On to display tool tips for items selected in the information display (0 14). d5
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    On Off Reset Description When a new folder is created, the memory card formatted, or a new memory card inserted in the camera, file numbering continues from the last number used or from the largest file number in the current folder, whichever is higher. If a photograph is taken when the current
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    to maintain contrast with the background. To always use the same color lettering, select Manual and choose Dark on light (w; black lettering 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
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    indicator) will be displayed in the viewfinder and control panel. A Auto FP 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 for reduced depth of field even when the subject is backlit in bright
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    Custom Settings menu This option determines the slowest shutter speed available when using front- or rearcurtain sync or red-eye reduction in exposure mode is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions (0 124). 2 Manual Choose a flash level. Monitor pre-flashes are not emitted. A
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    camera is being used with an optional flash unit that supports the Nikon Creative Lighting system (0 118), a modeling flash will be emitted when the camera (y) to perform bracketing using Active DLighting (0 145). Note that white balance bracketing is not available at image quality settings of NEF
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    Setting e6 in manual exposure mode. Option F Flash/speed G Flash/speed/ aperture H Flash/aperture I Flash only Description Camera varies shutter speed a setting other than Flash only is selected and the flash is not used, ISO sensitivity will be fixed at the value for the first shot,
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    . K Highlight active focus point Highlight the active focus point. Not used None. ❚❚ Playback Mode Option Role assigned to J button Q Thumbnail active focus point (if the picture was U taken in viewfinder photography) or on the center of the image (if the picture was taken during live view).
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    ❚❚ Live View Option J Select center focus point S Zoom on/off Not used Role assigned to J button Pressing the J button in live view selects the center focus point. Press the J button to toggle zoom on and off. Choose
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    by the Fn button, either by itself (Press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Press + command dials). ❚❚ of field (0 41). Press the Fn button to lock flash value (supported flash units only, 0 118). Press again to cancel FV lock photos taken while the Fn button is pressed. U 263
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    camera will repeat the bracketing burst while the shutter-release button is held down. If image quality is set to JPEG fine, JPEG normal, or JPEG basic, "RAW" will be displayed in the control panel and an NEF (RAW) copy will be recorded with the next picture used menu item. U 264
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    . A Incompatible Options If the option selected for Press can not be used in combination with the option selected for Press + command dials, a normal function. Camera tilted right Camera level Camera tilted left Viewfinder Note that the display may not be accurate when the camera is tilted at
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    area Keeping the Fn button pressed, rotate a command dial to choose an image area (0 51). Choose non- Keeping the Fn button pressed, rotate a command w CPU lens dial to choose a lens number specified using the Non- number CPU lens data option (0 163). y Active D-Lighting Keeping the Fn button
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    , the main command dial will control aperture and the sub-command dial shutter speed. If On (Mode A) is selected, the main command dial will be used to set aperture in exposure mode A only. U 267
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    aperture ring and the camera aperture display will show aperture in increments of 1 EV (aperture for type G and E lenses is still set using the sub-command . If On or On (image review excluded) is selected, the main command dial can be used to choose the picture displayed during full-frame playback,
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    " function other than Choose image area, Choose non-CPU lens number, or Auto ISO sensitivity control using Custom Setting f4, Assign no memory card is inserted, although no pictures will be recorded (they will however be a memory card is inserted in the camera. f10: Reverse Indicators G button ➜
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    f11: Easy Shutter-Speed Shift G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If On is selected, the main command dial can be used to adjust the shutter speed selected with the shutter-speed dial by ± 2/3 EV in increments of 1/3 EV. If the shutter speed dial is set to 4 (4 s,
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    B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup To display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab display 273 Virtual horizon 282 Clean image sensor 329 Non-CPU lens data 163 Lock mirror up for cleaning 1 331 AF fine-tune 283 Image Dust Off ref photo 274 HDMI 223 Flicker reduction 276
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    Format Memory Card G button ➜ B setup menu Memory cards must be formatted before first use or after being formatted in other devices. Format the card as described below. D Formatting Memory Cards Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may
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    Monitor Brightness G button ➜ B setup menu Press 1 or 3 to choose monitor brightness for playback, menus, and the information display. Choose higher values for increased brightness, lower values for reduced brightness. A See Also For information on adjusting monitor brightness in live view, see
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    NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual). Image Dust Off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is mounted on the camera. A non-DX lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended. When using a zoom lens, zoom all the way in. 1 Choose a start
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    . D Image Dust Off Reference Data The same reference data can be used for photographs taken with different lenses or at different apertures. Reference images can not be viewed using computer imaging software. A grid pattern is displayed when reference images are viewed on the camera. U 275
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    flicker and banding when shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during live view. Choose Auto to allow the camera to automatically choose the correct frequency, or manually match the frequency to that of the local AC power supply. A Flicker Reduction If Auto fails to produce the
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    Language G button ➜ B setup menu Choose a language for camera menus and messages. Auto Image Rotation G button ➜ B setup menu Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback (0 187) or when viewed in
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    Image Comment G button ➜ B setup menu Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 325). The comment is also visible on the shooting data page in the photo information display (0 193). • Done:
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    are taken. Copyright information is included in the shooting data shown in the photo information display (0 193) and can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 or transferring the camera to another person. Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the Copyright
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    is full, an error will be displayed). Use this option to share settings among Df cameras. Menu Playback Shooting (all banks) Option Playback display options Image review After delete Rotate tall Shooting menu bank File naming Image quality Image size Image area JPEG compression NEF (RAW) recording
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    Auto image rotation Setup Image comment Copyright information Non-CPU lens data HDMI Location data Assign remote Fn button Wireless mobile adapter Eye-Fi upload All My Menu items My Menu/ Recent Settings All recent settings Choose tab Settings saved using this model of camera can
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    Horizon G button ➜ B setup menu Display roll and pitch information based on information from the camera tilt sensor. If the camera is tilted neither left nor right, the roll reference line will turn green, while if the camera is tilted neither forward nor back, the dot in the center of the display
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    be stored for each type of lens. Current value Default Choose the AF tuning value used when no previously saved value exists for the current lens (CPU lenses only). Move focal point toward camera. Previous value List saved values List previously saved AF tuning values. To delete a lens from
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    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 live view. A Saved Value Only one value can be stored for each type of lens. If a teleconverter is used Choose whether the camera will establish wireless
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    when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enable to upload photographs to a preselected destination. Note that pictures will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient. Observe all local laws concerning wireless devices
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    is displayed in the monitor (0 349), turn the camera off and remove the card. See the manual provided with the Eye-Fi card, and direct any inquiries to the manufacturer. The camera can be used to turn Eye-Fi cards on and off, but may not support other Eye-Fi functions. Some cards may not
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    menu are used to create trimmed or retouched copies of existing pictures. The retouch menu is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera. Option i D-Lighting j Red-eye correction k Trim l Monochrome m Filter effects n Color balance o Image overlay 1 7 NEF
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    as the original, while copies created from NEF (RAW) photos are saved as large fine-quality JPEG images, and copies created from TIFF (RGB) photos are saved as fine-quality JPEG images of the same size as the original. Size-priority compression is used when copies are saved in JPEG format. U 288
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    2 to select. 2 Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J. To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button. A Retouch In the case of images recorded at image quality settings of NEF + JPEG (0 56), only the NEF (RAW) image will be retouched. The camera may not be
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    . Press J to create a retouched copy. Retouched copies are indicated by a o icon. A Creating Retouched Copies During Playback Retouched copies can also be created during playback. Display picture full frame and press P. Highlight an option and press J. Create retouched copy. U 290
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    D-Lighting G button ➜ N retouch menu D-lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. U 291
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    Description Zoom in X (T) Press X (T) to zoom in, W (M) to zoom out. While photo is zoomed in, use multi selector to Zoom out W (M) view areas of image not visible in monitor. Keep View other areas of image multi selector pressed to scroll rapidly to other areas of frame. Navigation window is
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    : 3, 5 : 4, 1 : 1, and 16 : 9. Position crop Create copy Use multi selector to position the crop. Press and hold to move the crop rapidly to the , or TIFF (RGB) photos have an image quality (0 55) of JPEG fine; cropped copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the original.
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    Copy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome). Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the selected image; press 1 to increase color saturation, 3 to decrease. Press J to create a monochrome copy. Increase saturation Decrease saturation U 294
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    After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph. Option Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, Skylight making the picture less blue. The effect can be previewed in the monitor as shown at right. Creates a copy with warm tone filter Warm filter
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    Color Balance G button ➜ N retouch menu Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified 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 L (U) to toggle back and forth between color balance and
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    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 55, 58; all
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    photograph and return to the preview display. 3 Select the second image. The selected image will appear as Image 1. Highlight Image 2 and press J, then select the second photo as described in Step 2. 4 Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or
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    overlay has the same photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter speed, aperture, exposure mode, exposure compensation, focal length, and image orientation), and values for white balance and Picture Control as the photograph selected for Image 1. The current image comment is appended
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    Select NEF (RAW) processing. Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph. Highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the
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    can only be set to values between -2 and +2 EV. The Picture Control grid is not displayed when Picture Controls are adjusted. Image quality (0 55) Image size (0 58) White balance (0 81) Exposure compensation (0 79) Set Picture Control (0 100) High ISO NR (0 242) Color space (0 240) Vignette
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    Resize G button ➜ N retouch menu Create small copies of selected photographs. 1 Select Resize. To resize selected images, press G to display the menus and select Resize in the retouch menu. 2 Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press 2. The options shown at right will
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    3 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W (M) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button). Selected pictures are
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    degrees in increments of approximately 0.25 degrees, 4 to rotate it counterclockwise (the effect can be previewed in the edit display; note that edges of the image will be trimmed to create a square copy). Press J to copy the photograph, or press K to exit to playback without creating a copy. U 304
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    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 at an image area setting of FX (36×24) 1.0×. A Auto Auto is for use only with pictures taken with
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    Color Outline G button ➜ N retouch menu Create an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. Before After Color Sketch G button ➜ N retouch menu
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    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). The results can
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    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 Choose orientation Choose position
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    proceed to the next step. 3 Select a color. Selected color Use the multi selector to position the cursor over an object and press the -L button copy (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). To zoom in on the picture for precise color selection,
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    4 Highlight the color range. Rotate the main command dial to highlight the color range for the selected color. Color range 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;
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    option is only available if P button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a copy or original is played back full frame. 1 Select a picture. In full-frame playback, select a retouched copy (shown by a o icon) or a photograph that has been retouched and press P. P button 2 Select Side-by
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    . Press 4 or 2 to switch between the Source Retouched source image and the image copy retouched copy. To view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X (T) button. If the copy was created from two source images using Image overlay, or if the source has been copied multiple
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    O My Menu/m Recent Settings To display My Menu, press G and select the 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).
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    ❚❚ Adding Options to My Menu 1 Select Add items. In My Menu (O), highlight Add items and press 2. 2 Select a menu. Highlight the name of the menu containing the option you wish to add and press 2. 3 Select an item. Highlight the desired menu item and press J. 4 Position the new item. Press 1 or 3 to
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    ❚❚ Deleting Options from My Menu 1 Select Remove items. In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2. 2 Select items. Highlight items and press 2 to select or deselect. Selected items are indicated by a check mark. 3 Select Done. Highlight Done and press J. A confirmation dialog will be
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    ❚❚ 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
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    Recent Settings To display the twenty most recently used settings, select m RECENT SETTINGS for O MY MENU > Choose tab. 1 RECENT SETTINGS." Menu items will be added to the top of the recent settings menu as they are used. To view My Menu again, select O MY MENU for m RECENT SETTINGS > Choose tab.
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    camera, and what to do if an error message is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera. Compatible Lenses Camera 20 ✔ - ✔ 13 - - ✔ 1 IX-NIKKOR lenses can not be used. 2 Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses. 3 Spot metering meters selected focus point (0 75). n 4
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    viewfinder is not in focus. Adjust focus manually until image in viewfinder is in focus. 10 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 11 Some lenses can not be used (see page 320). 12 Range of rotation for AI 80-200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is limited by camera body. Filters can not be exchanged
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    and D) are recommended, but note that IX-NIKKOR lenses can not be used. CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type and Non-CPU Lenses The following can NOT be used with the Df: • TC-16AS AF teleconverter • suitable for use. Do not attempt to forcibly attach a lens that
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    when an AF-S/AF-I teleconverter is attached. Note that the camera may be unable to focus on dark or low-contrast subjects the combined aperture is slower than f/5.6. Autofocus is not available when teleconverters are used with the AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED. Maximum Accessory aperture
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    Angle of View The Df can be used with Nikon lenses for 35mm (135) format cameras. If Auto DX crop is on 16). FX (36×24) picture size (36.0 × 23.9 mm, equivalent to 35mm format camera) Lens Picture diagonal DX (24×16) picture size (23.4 × 15.5 mm, equivalent to DX format camera) Angle of view (FX
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    Nikon-authorized service representatives. Power sources • Battery Charger MH-24 (0 18): Recharge EN-EL14a and EN-EL14 batteries. • Power Connector EP-5A, AC Adapter EH-5b: These accessories can be used to power the camera B12). See the filter manual for details. Availability may vary with
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    not in place. Wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1a: Supports two-way Wireless communication between the camera and smart devices mobile running the Wireless Mobile Utility app. Use the Wireless n adapters Mobile Utility to take pictures remotely or download existing pictures to the smart device. 324
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    from a computer to take photos and save them directly to the computer hard disk. When Camera Control Pro 2 is used to capture photographs directly to the computer, a PC connection indicator c will appear in the control panel. Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software; see the websites listed
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    an optional power connector and AC adapter. 1 Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5A power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, using the connector to keep the battery latch pressed to one
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    4 Connect the EH-5b AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on AC adapter (q) and the EP-5A power cable to the DC socket (w). A V icon is displayed in the monitor when the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector. n 327
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    radios • are exposed to temperatures above 50 °C (122 °F) or below -10 °C (14 °F) Cleaning Use a blower to remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or Camera body seaside, wipe off sand or salt with a cloth lightly dampened in distilled
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    The Low-Pass Filter The image sensor that acts as the camera's picture element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moiré. If you suspect that dirt or dust on the filter is appearing in photographs, you can clean the filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu. The filter can
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    from the following options: Option Description 5 Clean at startup The image sensor is automatically cleaned each time the camera is turned on. 6 Clean at shutdown The image sensor is automatically cleaned during shutdown each time the camera is turned off. 7 Clean at startup & shutdown The
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    fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession, image sensor cleaning may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera's internal
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    the monitor and a row of dashes will appear in the control panel and viewfinder. To restore normal operation without inspecting the lowpass filter, turn the camera off. 5 Raise the mirror. Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will be raised and the shutter curtain will open
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    can only be removed by Nikonauthorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 8 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap. A Use a Reliable Power Source The shutter curtain
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    can be retouched using Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 325) or the clean image options available in some thirdparty imaging applications. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by
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    the Camera and Battery temperature. Keep away from strong magnetic fields: Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates product or remove the battery while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances
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    to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly. In rare instances, static electricity may cause LCDs to light up or go
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    (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device. Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light replacing the battery. • Remove the battery from the camera or charger when not in use and replace the terminal cover. These devices draw minute
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    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 battery. • Charge the battery before use. When taking photographs on important occasions, ready a spare battery and keep it fully
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    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, values over 161/3 EV are reduced to 161/3 EV. n 339
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    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera
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    shot taken each time shutter-release button is pressed in continuous release mode: Turn HDR off (0 112). Photos are out of focus: • Rotate focus-mode selector to AF (0 59). • Camera unable to focus using autofocus: use manual focus or focus lock (0 66, 68). • The shutter-release button can not be
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    (0 185) or menus are in use (0 224). • Press shutter-release button halfway to start standby timer (0 33). Can not select AF-area mode: Manual focus selected (0 68, 183). Image size can not be changed: Image quality set to NEF (RAW) (0 55). Camera is slow to record photos: Turn long exposure noise
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    light source with brief duration was used during live view. Playback NEF (RAW) image is not played back: Photo was taken at image quality of NEF + JPEG (0 55). Can not view pictures recorded with other cameras: Pictures recorded with other makes of camera may not be displayed correctly. Some
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    can not be used with photographs taken before image sensor cleaning is performed (0 275). Computer displays NEF (RAW) images differently from camera: Third-party software does not display effects of Picture Controls or Active D-Lighting. Use ViewNX 2 (supplied) or optional Nikon software such as
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    Miscellaneous Date of recording is not correct: Set camera clock (0 27, 276). Menu item can not be selected: Some options are not available at certain combinations of settings or when no memory card is inserted. n 345
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    viewfinder, control panel, and monitor. Indicator Control View- panel finder Problem Solution 0 • Lens aperture ring is • Set ring to minimum battery. • Battery can not be • Contact Nikon- used. Hd (flashes) (flashes) authorized service representative. xvi, 18, • Replace the battery
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    Problem Solution 0 - 2 4 Camera unable to focus Change composition or (flashes) using autofocus. focus manually. 61, 68 • Use a lower ISO 70 sensitivity • In exposure mode: Subject too bright; photo exposure 39, 42 mode M. P k Images are being (flashes) (flashes) processed. Wait until processing
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    at current settings, or camera has run out of size. • Delete photographs. • Insert new memory file or folder numbers. card. 55, 58 203 19 Release shutter. If error O (flashes) Camera malfunction. persists or appears frequently, consult Nikon-authorized - service representative. n 348
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    Control Monitor panel Problem Solution 0 Camera cannot Turn camera off and No memory card. S detect memory confirm that card is 19 card. correctly inserted. • Error accessing • Use Nikon- 363 memory card. approved card. • Check that contacts - This memory card cannot be used. Card may be
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    276 Failed to update flash unit firmware. Flash cannot be used. Contact a Nikonauthorized - Firmware for flash unit mounted on camera was not updated correctly. Contact a Nikonauthorized service representative. - service representative. Unable to start live view. Please wait. The internal
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    Problem Solution 0 File has been created or Cannot display this file. - modified using a computer or different make of File can not be played back on camera. - camera, or file is corrupt. Cannot select this file. Selected image Images * * See printer manual for more information. n 351
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    camera Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Nikon FX format Effective pixels Effective pixels 16.2 million Image sensor Image sensor Picture Control System Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape; selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture
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    DX lenses (using DX 24 × 16 1.5× image area), AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU lenses. IX NIKKOR lenses and lenses for the F3AF can not be used. The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports the center 7 focus
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    lenses); color matrix metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data • Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given based on average of entire frame (non-CPU lenses use 12-mm circle) • Spot: Meters 4 mm circle ( auto (S); aperture-priority auto (A); manual (M) Exposure compensation -3 -
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    Normal, Low, or Off Nikon Multi-CAM 4800 autofocus sensor • Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used Can AF-L button TTL: i-TTL flash control using 2016-pixel RGB sensor is available with SB balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, standard
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    shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or • Manual focus (M) Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subjecttracking AF Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects
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    Playback Playback Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, photo slide shows, histogram display, highlights, photo information, location data display, and auto image rotation Interface USB HDMI output Accessory terminal Hi-Speed USB Type C mini-pin
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    operating at the temperature specified by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA): 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F). • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for
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    aspherical lens element) Angle of view • Nikon film SLR and FX-format D-SLR cameras: 47° • Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras: 31° 30´ Distance information Output to camera Focusing Autofocus controlled by Silent Wave Motor and separate focus ring for manual focus Focus distance indicator 0.45 m to
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    AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G (Special Edition) The parts of the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G (Special Edition) are shown below. Focus distance indicator Lens hood mounting mark Lens cap Focus distance mark Lens mounting mark Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 68, 183) Focus mode switch (0 25, 68) Rubber lens-
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    is attached, do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the hood. • Keep the CPU contacts clean. • Should the rubber lens-mount gasket be damaged, cease use immediately and take the lens to a Nikon-authorized service center for repair. • Use a blower to remove dust and lint from the lens
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    pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.3: The camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered
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    Approved Memory Cards The camera supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards, including SDHC and SDXC cards compliant with UHS-I. When choosing cards for use in card readers, be sure they are compatible with the device. Contact the manufacturer for information on features, operation, and limitations on
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    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 55), image size (0 58), and image area settings (0 51). ❚❚ FX (36×24) Image Area* Image quality Image size File size 1 No. of images 1 Buffer capacity 2 NEF (RAW
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    basic 3 Medium 0.9 MB 8600 100 Small 0.7 MB 12100 100 * Includes images taken with DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX crop. 1 All Drops if Optimal quality is selected for JPEG compression (0 57), NEF (RAW) photos are taken with ISO sensitivity set to Hi 0.3 or higher, or long
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    A d6-Max. Continuous Release (0 254) The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst can be set to any amount between 1 and 100. n 366
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    and how the camera is used. Sample figures are given below. • CIPA standard 1: Approximately 1400 shots • Nikon standard 2: Approximately used. 2 Measured at 20 °C/68 °F with an AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G (Special Edition) lens under the following test conditions: image quality set to JPEG basic, image
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    Index Symbols P (Programmed auto 38 S (Shutter-priority auto 39 A (Aperture-priority auto 41 M (Manual 42 B (Bulb 44 T (Time 44 1/3STEP 40 S (Single frame 7, 46 CL (Continuous low speed) ..... 7, 46, 254 CH (Continuous high speed 7, 46 J (Quiet shutter-release 7, 46 E (
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    order 260 Bulb 44 Burst 153, 254 C Cable release 323 Calendar playback 197 Camera Control Pro 2 325 Capture NX 2..... 56, 109, 240, 274, 277 133, 224 Delete 35, 203 Delete all images 205 Delete current image 35, 203 Delete selected images 205 Depth-of-field 41 Detaching the lens 25
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    170, 325 Green intensifier (Filter effects)........ 295 H HDMI 184, 222, 362 HDMI mini-pin connector 222 HDMI-CEC 223 Help 15 Hi (Sensitivity 71 Hide image 230 High definition 222, 362 370
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    261 I Image area 25, 51, 53, 58 Image comment 278 Image Dust Off ref photo 274 Image overlay 297 Image quality 55 Image review 187, 232 Image size 58 57 Low-pass filter 329 M M (medium 58 Manage Picture Control 106 Manual 42 Manual focus 68, 183 Matrix 75 Max. continuous release 254
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    Photo information 188, 232 PictBridge 214, 362 Picture Control Utility 109 Picture Controls 100, 102 Picture Picture Control 100 Power connector 323, 326 Power switch 5 L (Preset manual 82, 90 Predictive focus tracking 60 Preset manual .. 125 Release button to use dial 269 Release mode 7,
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    234 Slot empty release lock 269 Slow sync 125 Soft (Filter effects 295 Spot 75 Spot white balance 93 sRGB 240 Standard (Set Picture Control).......... 100 Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR 119, 124 Standby timer 33, 170, 251 Start printing (PictBridge)......... 216, 219 Storage folder 237
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    No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. Nikon User Support for India and Australia Contact a Nikon representative for technical assistance with the
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