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... (this guide) • Quick Guide • Software Installation Guide • Software Suite CD-ROM • Registration card (U. A. only) i Memory cards are sold separately. • D300 digital camera (pg. 3) • Body cap (pp. 34, 368) • BM-8 LCD monitor cover (pg. 19) • DK-5 eyepiece cap (pg. 20) • EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion battery...
... (this guide) • Quick Guide • Software Installation Guide • Software Suite CD-ROM • Registration card (U. A. only) i Memory cards are sold separately. • D300 digital camera (pg. 3) • Body cap (pp. 34, 368) • BM-8 LCD monitor cover (pg. 19) • DK-5 eyepiece cap (pg. 20) • EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion battery...
D300 User's Manual
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... For Your Safety xviii Notices...xxi Introduction 1 Overview...2 Getting to Know the Camera 3 Camera Body 3 The Control Panel 8 The Viewfinder Display 10 The Shooting Information Display 12 The Command Dials 14 Quick Start Guide 21 Tutorial 23 Camera Menus 24 Using Camera Menus 26 Help ...29 First Steps 30 Charge the Battery 30 Insert the... a Lens 34 Basic Setup 36 Insert a Memory Card 39 Format the Memory Card 41 Adjust Viewfinder Focus 43 Basic Photography and Playback 44 Turn the Camera On 44 Adjust Camera Settings 47 Ready the Camera 50 Focus and Shoot 51 x
... For Your Safety xviii Notices...xxi Introduction 1 Overview...2 Getting to Know the Camera 3 Camera Body 3 The Control Panel 8 The Viewfinder Display 10 The Shooting Information Display 12 The Command Dials 14 Quick Start Guide 21 Tutorial 23 Camera Menus 24 Using Camera Menus 26 Help ...29 First Steps 30 Charge the Battery 30 Insert the... a Lens 34 Basic Setup 36 Insert a Memory Card 39 Format the Memory Card 41 Adjust Viewfinder Focus 43 Basic Photography and Playback 44 Turn the Camera On 44 Adjust Camera Settings 47 Ready the Camera 50 Focus and Shoot 51 x
D300 User's Manual
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Overview pg. 2 Getting to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts. XIntroduction X This chapter covers information you will need to Know the Camera pg. 3 Camera Body pg. 3 The Control Panel pg. 8 The Viewfinder Display pg. 10 The Shooting Information Display pg. 12 The Command Dials pg. 14 Quick Start Guide pg. 21 1
Overview pg. 2 Getting to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts. XIntroduction X This chapter covers information you will need to Know the Camera pg. 3 Camera Body pg. 3 The Control Panel pg. 8 The Viewfinder Display pg. 10 The Shooting Information Display pg. 12 The Command Dials pg. 14 Quick Start Guide pg. 21 1
D300 User's Manual
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You may find it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body 1 8 9 2 10 3 4 11 12 5 6 13 7 14 1 Release mode dial 75 8 Power switch 44 2 Release mode dial 9 Shutter-release button ...... 51, 52 lock release 75 10 E (exposure... 60 Two-button reset button .......182 Two-button reset button ...... 182 11 I (exposure mode) 4 Eyelet for camera strap 19 5 WB (white balance) button 103 Q (format) button 41 button 127, 132, 133 12 Eyelet for camera strap 19 6 ISO (ISO sensitivity) button.......94 13 Focal plane mark (E 72 7 Accessory shoe 14 Control panel...
You may find it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body 1 8 9 2 10 3 4 11 12 5 6 13 7 14 1 Release mode dial 75 8 Power switch 44 2 Release mode dial 9 Shutter-release button ...... 51, 52 lock release 75 10 E (exposure... 60 Two-button reset button .......182 Two-button reset button ...... 182 11 I (exposure mode) 4 Eyelet for camera strap 19 5 WB (white balance) button 103 Q (format) button 41 button 127, 132, 133 12 Eyelet for camera strap 19 6 ISO (ISO sensitivity) button.......94 13 Focal plane mark (E 72 7 Accessory shoe 14 Control panel...
D300 User's Manual
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Camera Body (Continued) 1 X 2 3 4 6 7 5 8 9 10 13 11 14 12 15 16 1 Built-in flash 171 2 Flash pop-up button 171 3 M (flash mode) button 171 Y (flash compensation) button 176 4 ...
Camera Body (Continued) 1 X 2 3 4 6 7 5 8 9 10 13 11 14 12 15 16 1 Built-in flash 171 2 Flash pop-up button 171 3 M (flash mode) button 171 Y (flash compensation) button 176 4 ...
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8 9 X 1 10 2 3 4 5 11 6 7 12 1 AF-assist illuminator 273 Self-timer lamp 90 Red-eye reduction lamp........ 174 2 Sub-command dial 14 3 Depth-of-field preview button 103, 305 4 Fn button .........117, 121, 179, 302 5 Battery-chamber cover 32 6 Battery-chamber cover latch 32 7 Contact cover for optional MB-D10 battery pack 365 8 CPU contacts 9 Mounting index 34 10 Lens mount 72 11 Tripod socket 12 Body cap 368 5
8 9 X 1 10 2 3 4 5 11 6 7 12 1 AF-assist illuminator 273 Self-timer lamp 90 Red-eye reduction lamp........ 174 2 Sub-command dial 14 3 Depth-of-field preview button 103, 305 4 Fn button .........117, 121, 179, 302 5 Battery-chamber cover 32 6 Battery-chamber cover latch 32 7 Contact cover for optional MB-D10 battery pack 365 8 CPU contacts 9 Mounting index 34 10 Lens mount 72 11 Tripod socket 12 Body cap 368 5
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Camera Body (Continued) X 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 43 7 L (protect) button 221 2 DK-23 viewfinder ? (help) button 29 eyepiece cup 20 R (info) button 12 3 O (delete) button 54, 222 8 W (thumbnail/playback Q (format) button 41 zoom out) button 218 4 K (playback) button ....... 53, 204 9 X (playback zoom in) 5 Monitor 53, 79, 204 button 220 6 G (menu) button.......... 24, 245 10 J (OK) button 28 6
Camera Body (Continued) X 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 43 7 L (protect) button 221 2 DK-23 viewfinder ? (help) button 29 eyepiece cup 20 R (info) button 12 3 O (delete) button 54, 222 8 W (thumbnail/playback Q (format) button 41 zoom out) button 218 4 K (playback) button ....... 53, 204 9 X (playback zoom in) 5 Monitor 53, 79, 204 button 220 6 G (menu) button.......... 24, 245 10 J (OK) button 28 6
D300 User's Manual
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To remove the cover, hold the camera firmly and pull the bottom of the cover until it when the camera is provided with the camera to the two eyelets on the top of the cover into place (w). X The BM-8 Monitor Cover A clear plastic cover is not in use. Attaching the AN-D300 Camera Strap Attach the camera strap securely to keep the monitor clean and protect it clicks into the matching indentation above the camera monitor (q) and press the bottom of the cover gently outwards as shown below. To attach the cover, insert the projection on the camera body as shown at right. 19
To remove the cover, hold the camera firmly and pull the bottom of the cover until it when the camera is provided with the camera to the two eyelets on the top of the cover into place (w). X The BM-8 Monitor Cover A clear plastic cover is not in use. Attaching the AN-D300 Camera Strap Attach the camera strap securely to keep the monitor clean and protect it clicks into the matching indentation above the camera monitor (q) and press the bottom of the cover gently outwards as shown below. To attach the cover, insert the projection on the camera body as shown at right. 19
D300 User's Manual
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...A (autofocus) or M/ A (autofocus with the mounting mark on the camera body, position Mounting index the lens in the camera's bayonet mount. qw 2 Attach the lens. If the lens is removed. 1 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. Being careful not to prevent dust from the lens and remove the... camera body cap. Attach a Lens Care should be taken to press the lens-release button, rotate the lens ...
...A (autofocus) or M/ A (autofocus with the mounting mark on the camera body, position Mounting index the lens in the camera's bayonet mount. qw 2 Attach the lens. If the lens is removed. 1 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. Being careful not to prevent dust from the lens and remove the... camera body cap. Attach a Lens Care should be taken to press the lens-release button, rotate the lens ...
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... lenses equipped with an aperture ring (pg. 352), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. q w q s ❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is used in this manual for details. 3 Remove the lens cap.
... lenses equipped with an aperture ring (pg. 352), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. q w q s ❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is used in this manual for details. 3 Remove the lens cap.
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Hold the camera as shown at right when framing photographs in the monitor, see page 79. 50 For information on framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation. Keep your elbows propped s lightly against your left. Ready the Camera When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable.
Hold the camera as shown at right when framing photographs in the monitor, see page 79. 50 For information on framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation. Keep your elbows propped s lightly against your left. Ready the Camera When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable.
D300 User's Manual
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focus indicator (I) is 46.5 mm (1.83 in focus; The distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark (E) on page 70, the infocus indicator may sometimes be displayed when the subject is in focus (the focus point ... the distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is displayed. Focal plane mark 72 Note that with the subjects listed on the camera body.
focus indicator (I) is 46.5 mm (1.83 in focus; The distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark (E) on page 70, the infocus indicator may sometimes be displayed when the subject is in focus (the focus point ... the distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is displayed. Focal plane mark 72 Note that with the subjects listed on the camera body.
D300 User's Manual
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...70mm f/2.8, AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 , or AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 lens at shutter speeds slower than 1/125 s. 17 Exposure determined by camera body. Adjust focus manually until image in viewfinder is limited by presetting lens aperture. In aperture-priority auto exposure mode, preset aperture using [Non...desired results are specified using lens aperture ring before determining exposure and taking photograph. • PF-4 Reprocopy Outfit requires PA-4 Camera Holder. n 351 In manual exposure mode, preset aperture using lens aperture ring and determine exposure before shifting lens. 18 Exposure...
...70mm f/2.8, AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 , or AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 lens at shutter speeds slower than 1/125 s. 17 Exposure determined by camera body. Adjust focus manually until image in viewfinder is limited by presetting lens aperture. In aperture-priority auto exposure mode, preset aperture using [Non...desired results are specified using lens aperture ring before determining exposure and taking photograph. • PF-4 Reprocopy Outfit requires PA-4 Camera Holder. n 351 In manual exposure mode, preset aperture using lens aperture ring and determine exposure before shifting lens. 18 Exposure...
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Note: Use the latest versions of dust when a lens is not in place. n 368 Most Nikon software offers an auto update feature when the computer is connected to the computer hard disk. • Image Authentication: Determine whether ...selection control points and an auto retouch brush. • Camera Control Pro 2: Control the camera remotely from a computer and save photographs directly to the Internet. • Body Cap: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and low-pass filter free of Nikon software. Software Body cap • Capture NX: A complete photo editing package...
Note: Use the latest versions of dust when a lens is not in place. n 368 Most Nikon software offers an auto update feature when the computer is connected to the computer hard disk. • Image Authentication: Determine whether ...selection control points and an auto retouch brush. • Camera Control Pro 2: Control the camera remotely from a computer and save photographs directly to the Internet. • Body Cap: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and low-pass filter free of Nikon software. Software Body cap • Capture NX: A complete photo editing package...
D300 User's Manual
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... and lint, then wipe gently with a blower. Remove dust and lint with a cloth lightly dampened in distilled body water and dry thoroughly. Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not covered under warranty. To remove viewfinder fingerprints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly...
... and lint, then wipe gently with a blower. Remove dust and lint with a cloth lightly dampened in distilled body water and dry thoroughly. Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not covered under warranty. To remove viewfinder fingerprints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly...
D300 User's Manual
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...raised and the shutter curtain will be removed by Nikonauthorized service personnel. If no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 7 Turn the camera off and the row of dashes in the control panel will close. Dirt that light falls on the low-pass filter, examine the filter for...not use a blowerbrush, as the bristles could damage the filter. n 377 Under no foreign objects are present, proceed to the down . Replace the lens or body cap. The display in the viewfinder will turn off . The mirror will return to Step 7. 6 Clean the filter. 4 Raise the mirror. The mirror ...
...raised and the shutter curtain will be removed by Nikonauthorized service personnel. If no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 7 Turn the camera off and the row of dashes in the control panel will close. Dirt that light falls on the low-pass filter, examine the filter for...not use a blowerbrush, as the bristles could damage the filter. n 377 Under no foreign objects are present, proceed to the down . Replace the lens or body cap. The display in the viewfinder will turn off . The mirror will return to Step 7. 6 Clean the filter. 4 Raise the mirror. The mirror ...
D300 User's Manual
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... sound and the self-timer lamp will be inspected by authorized Nikon service personnel. End cleaning or inspection immediately. Nikon recommends that the camera be lowered after about two minutes. D Foreign Matter on the filter can be sure to the body cap. The D300, however, is designed to the curtain, observe the following precautions: •...
... sound and the self-timer lamp will be inspected by authorized Nikon service personnel. End cleaning or inspection immediately. Nikon recommends that the camera be lowered after about two minutes. D Foreign Matter on the filter can be sure to the body cap. The D300, however, is designed to the curtain, observe the following precautions: •...
D300 User's Manual
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... are easily damaged. Under no circumstances should be replaced at regular intervals. Store the battery in a dry, wellventilated area. Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to prevent discharge of liquid. This does not indicate a malfunction, and the display will not be gently removed with a blower... Dust and lint should be used for information on and release the shutter a few times before putting the battery away. Turn the camera on cleaning the low-pass filter. Lens contacts: Keep the lens contacts clean. Do not touch the shutter curtain: The shutter curtain...
... are easily damaged. Under no circumstances should be replaced at regular intervals. Store the battery in a dry, wellventilated area. Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to prevent discharge of liquid. This does not indicate a malfunction, and the display will not be gently removed with a blower... Dust and lint should be used for information on and release the shutter a few times before putting the battery away. Turn the camera on cleaning the low-pass filter. Lens contacts: Keep the lens contacts clean. Do not touch the shutter curtain: The shutter curtain...
D300 User's Manual
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... .) Weight Approx. 80 g (2.8 oz.), excluding terminal cover n 415 Nikon will not be held liable for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 °C (68 °F). • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of cord Approx. 1800 mm ... (1.6 × 2.2 × 0.8 in this manual may result from any mistakes that this manual at any time and without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover Operating environment Temperature 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation) • Unless otherwise...
... .) Weight Approx. 80 g (2.8 oz.), excluding terminal cover n 415 Nikon will not be held liable for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 °C (68 °F). • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of cord Approx. 1800 mm ... (1.6 × 2.2 × 0.8 in this manual may result from any mistakes that this manual at any time and without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover Operating environment Temperature 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation) • Unless otherwise...
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... B Backlight, 46, 285 Battery, 30, 32, 44, 285, 287, 321 charging, 30 pack, 285, 287, 322, 365 [Battery info], 321 [Battery order], 287 [Beep], 281 Body cap, 5, 34, 368 419 Index Menu items and options in the camera monitor are shown in brackets ([ ]).
... B Backlight, 46, 285 Battery, 30, 32, 44, 285, 287, 321 charging, 30 pack, 285, 287, 322, 365 [Battery info], 321 [Battery order], 287 [Beep], 281 Body cap, 5, 34, 368 419 Index Menu items and options in the camera monitor are shown in brackets ([ ]).