Nikon F80QD User Manual - Page 5

Introduction • Thank you for purchasing the Nikon F80/F80D/F80S-a camera that is sure to make photography a bigger part of your life. Get to know your F80/F80D/F80S camera, and be sure to read this manual thoroughly before using it. We recommend that you keep this manual handy. Main features of the F80/F80D/F80S: • SLR camera with built-in Speedlight makes taking pictures easy and enjoyable, even for the most inexperienced beginner. • The Dynamic AF, which utilises five-area autofocusing, enables sharp focus on irregularly moving subjects (page 39). • The Vari-Brite Focus Area display system clearly displays focus brackets at selected focus area in the viewfinder (page 4). • Nikon's exclusive 10-segment 3D Matrix Metering provides correct exposure in various shooting situations (page 48). • Custom Setting enables you to choose customised combinations of various functions/modes (page 70). • Take trial shots Take trial shots before shooting at important occasions like weddings or graduations. • Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly Nikon recommends that you have your camera serviced by an authorised dealer or service centre at least once every two years. • Using your camera correctly The Nikon F80/F80D/F80S's performance has been optimised for use with Nikon brand accessories. Accessories made by other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage the F80/F80D/F80S's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the F80/F80D/F80S's performance when it is used with other than Nikon brand accessories. Note: c 00 c 00 (numbers from 1 to 18 [F80/F80D] or 1 to 19 [F80S]): indicates that the function/mode changes according to Custom Setting menu number. 8 9