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... unexpectedly? Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from the "question and answer" index. Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for details. See page 11 for help on menu items and other topics. Digitutor "Digitutor", a series of Contents ➜ Find items ...
... unexpectedly? Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from the "question and answer" index. Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for details. See page 11 for help on menu items and other topics. Digitutor "Digitutor", a series of Contents ➜ Find items ...
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... icons mean? How much charge does the battery have left? How do I view more shots can I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I display the menus in the viewfinder? Key phrase 0 The information display 6 The viewfinder 5 Number of exposures remaining 26 Battery level 25...
... icons mean? How much charge does the battery have left? How do I view more shots can I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I display the menus in the viewfinder? Key phrase 0 The information display 6 The viewfinder 5 Number of exposures remaining 26 Battery level 25...
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...Can I take pictures with the self-timer? Can I choose the focus point? Can I choose how the camera focuses? How do I take pictures for different scenes? How do I shoot a series of the camera? How do I take snapshots? How do I suggest motion by blurring moving objects? How do I keep the...I change the composition without refocusing? Can I "freeze" motion? How do I blur the background to bring out a subject? How do I keep the camera from firing? How do I use the optional remote control? How do I focus on the front of photos in shadows and highlights?
...Can I take pictures with the self-timer? Can I choose the focus point? Can I choose how the camera focuses? How do I take pictures for different scenes? How do I shoot a series of the camera? How do I take snapshots? How do I suggest motion by blurring moving objects? How do I keep the...I change the composition without refocusing? Can I "freeze" motion? How do I blur the background to bring out a subject? How do I keep the camera from firing? How do I use the optional remote control? How do I focus on the front of photos in shadows and highlights?
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... I protect photos from my photos? Can I delete unwanted photos? Can I print the date of photos? Can I zoom in an automatic slide show Viewing on the camera? Key phrase Playback Deleting photos Playback zoom Protect Slide show ? Can I remove "red-eye"? How do I view photos on photos during playback? ❚❚ Viewing...
... I protect photos from my photos? Can I delete unwanted photos? Can I print the date of photos? Can I zoom in an automatic slide show Viewing on the camera? Key phrase Playback Deleting photos Playback zoom Protect Slide show ? Can I remove "red-eye"? How do I view photos on photos during playback? ❚❚ Viewing...
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...do I keep the file number from being reset when I insert a new memory card? How do I set the camera clock? What lenses can I use ? What other accessories are available for my camera? How do I restore default settings? How do I adjust settings? Key phrase 0 The DK-5 eyepiece cap 55 ...169 Servicing 169 v What memory cards can I use ? What software is available for my camera? How do I use ? Is there a quick way to 1? ❚❚ Menus and Settings Question How do I clean the camera? Who do I go to for a menu or message? How do I reset file ...
...do I keep the file number from being reset when I insert a new memory card? How do I set the camera clock? What lenses can I use ? What other accessories are available for my camera? How do I restore default settings? How do I adjust settings? Key phrase 0 The DK-5 eyepiece cap 55 ...169 Servicing 169 v What memory cards can I use ? What software is available for my camera? How do I use ? Is there a quick way to 1? ❚❚ Menus and Settings Question How do I clean the camera? Who do I go to for a menu or message? How do I reset file ...
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...Your Safety ...xi Notices...xiii Introduction 1 Overview...1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 The Camera Body ...2 The Mode Dial...4 The Viewfinder...5 The Information Display...6 The Command Dial ...8 The Power Switch...10 Camera Menus...11 Using Camera Menus ...12 First Steps ...14 Charge the Battery ...14 Insert the ...Memory Card ...21 Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...23 Basic Photography and Playback 25 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i and j Modes 25 Step 1: Turn the Camera On 25 Step 2: Select i or j Mode 27 Step 3: Frame the Photograph 27 Step 4: Focus ...28 Step 5: Shoot ...29 Creative ...
...Your Safety ...xi Notices...xiii Introduction 1 Overview...1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 The Camera Body ...2 The Mode Dial...4 The Viewfinder...5 The Information Display...6 The Command Dial ...8 The Power Switch...10 Camera Menus...11 Using Camera Menus ...12 First Steps ...14 Charge the Battery ...14 Insert the ...Memory Card ...21 Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...23 Basic Photography and Playback 25 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i and j Modes 25 Step 1: Turn the Camera On 25 Step 2: Select i or j Mode 27 Step 3: Frame the Photograph 27 Step 4: Focus ...28 Step 5: Shoot ...29 Creative ...
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... 35 The Guide Menu...35 Shoot: Taking Pictures in Guide Mode 37 View/Delete: Viewing and Deleting Pictures in Guide Mode 39 Set up: Changing Camera Settings in Guide Mode 40 More on Photography (All Modes) 41 Focus ...41 Focus Mode...41 AF-Area Mode ...44 Focus Point Selection ...46 Focus...
... 35 The Guide Menu...35 Shoot: Taking Pictures in Guide Mode 37 View/Delete: Viewing and Deleting Pictures in Guide Mode 39 Set up: Changing Camera Settings in Guide Mode 40 More on Photography (All Modes) 41 Focus ...41 Focus Mode...41 AF-Area Mode ...44 Focus Point Selection ...46 Focus...
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... Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback 101 The Playback Menu...102 Slide Shows...104 Connections 105 Connecting to a Computer 105 Before Connecting the Camera 105 Connecting the Camera ...106 Printing Photographs...107 Connecting the Printer...107 Printing Pictures One at a Time 108 Printing Multiple Pictures 110 Creating Index Prints...113 Creating a DPOF...
... Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback 101 The Playback Menu...102 Slide Shows...104 Connections 105 Connecting to a Computer 105 Before Connecting the Camera 105 Connecting the Camera ...106 Printing Photographs...107 Connecting the Printer...107 Printing Pictures One at a Time 108 Printing Multiple Pictures 110 Creating Index Prints...113 Creating a DPOF...
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B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 124 Reset Setup Options...125 LCD Brightness ...125 Info Display Format ...125 Auto Info Display ...127 Video Mode ...127 Time Zone and Date...127 ...
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 124 Reset Setup Options...125 LCD Brightness ...125 Info Display Format ...125 Auto Info Display ...127 Video Mode ...127 Time Zone and Date...127 ...
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Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 162 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 162 Other Accessories...166 Approved Memory Cards 167 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 168 Caring for the Camera...169 Storage ...169 Cleaning ...169 The Low-Pass Filter ...170 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 174 Available Settings...176 Memory Card Capacity ...177 Exposure Program...178 Troubleshooting ...179 Display ...179 Shooting (All Modes)...180 Shooting (P, S, A, M) ...181 Playback ...182 Miscellaneous ...182 Error Messages...183 Specifications...186 Battery Life ...193 Index...194 x
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 162 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 162 Other Accessories...166 Approved Memory Cards 167 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 168 Caring for the Camera...169 Storage ...169 Cleaning ...169 The Low-Pass Filter ...170 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 174 Available Settings...176 Memory Card Capacity ...177 Exposure Program...178 Troubleshooting ...179 Display ...179 Shooting (All Modes)...180 Shooting (P, S, A, M) ...181 Playback ...182 Miscellaneous ...182 Error Messages...183 Specifications...186 Battery Life ...193 Index...194 x
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... could result in this section are indicated by a qualified technician. After removing the battery, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in or close to the subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. In the event of... flammable gas Do not use the product will read them. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself...
... could result in this section are indicated by a qualified technician. After removing the battery, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in or close to the subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. In the event of... flammable gas Do not use the product will read them. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself...
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...and allow the battery to cool. • Discontinue use immediately should be removed with a dry cloth. xii Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold... by Nikon for the purpose to a Nikon-authorized service representative for an extended period. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it is not in use, ...
...and allow the battery to cool. • Discontinue use immediately should be removed with a dry cloth. xii Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold... by Nikon for the purpose to a Nikon-authorized service representative for an extended period. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it is not in use, ...
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...8226; For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of Data Storage Devices Please note that this Nikon digital camera are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. The following apply only to be collected separately. Disposing of... designated for separate collection at right could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. Do not dispose of as household waste. • For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer. Deleted files can sometimes be taken to also...
...8226; For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of Data Storage Devices Please note that this Nikon digital camera are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. The following apply only to be collected separately. Disposing of... designated for separate collection at right could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. Do not dispose of as household waste. • For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer. Deleted files can sometimes be taken to also...
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..., paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is prohibited. Do not use this product for the purpose of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be provided for business use by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, ...infringe copyright laws. The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of making illegal copies or to be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by a company. Unless ...
..., paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is prohibited. Do not use this product for the purpose of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be provided for business use by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, ...infringe copyright laws. The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of making illegal copies or to be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by a company. Unless ...
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A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking the camera on digital imaging and photography. A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ensure that the camera is available on-line at weddings or before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at the following URL for damages or lost profits that ...
A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking the camera on digital imaging and photography. A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ensure that the camera is available on-line at weddings or before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at the following URL for damages or lost profits that ...
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... to find the information you for use the product. ❚❚ Symbols and Conventions To make it be read by Nikon specifically for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by all instructions thoroughly and X keep them where they will be included when the...
... to find the information you for use the product. ❚❚ Symbols and Conventions To make it be read by Nikon specifically for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by all instructions thoroughly and X keep them where they will be included when the...
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The Camera Body X 1 2 3 4 5 11 20 21 12 6 7 13 8 22 9 10 14 23 15 24 16 17 18 19 1 Mode dial 4 2 Focal plane mark (E 49 3 R (...body cap 10 CPU contacts 11 Built-in flash 58 12 M (flash mode) button ......... 58 Y (flash compensation) button 79 13 Eyelet for camera strap 14 Connector cover 15 E (self-timer) button 57 Fn (function) button ...........134 16 Mounting index 16 17 Lens release button 17 18 ... manual. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to a printer ..107 2 Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with...
The Camera Body X 1 2 3 4 5 11 20 21 12 6 7 13 8 22 9 10 14 23 15 24 16 17 18 19 1 Mode dial 4 2 Focal plane mark (E 49 3 R (...body cap 10 CPU contacts 11 Built-in flash 58 12 M (flash mode) button ......... 58 Y (flash compensation) button 79 13 Eyelet for camera strap 14 Connector cover 15 E (self-timer) button 57 Fn (function) button ...........134 16 Mounting index 16 17 Lens release button 17 18 ... manual. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to a printer ..107 2 Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with...
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The Camera Body (Continued) 2 1 9 10 11 3 12 13 X 4 14 5 15 6 16 17 7 18 8 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 23 2 DK-20 rubber eyecup 3 Monitor Viewing settings 6 Viewing pictures 32 Full-...
The Camera Body (Continued) 2 1 9 10 11 3 12 13 X 4 14 5 15 6 16 17 7 18 8 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 23 2 DK-20 rubber eyecup 3 Monitor Viewing settings 6 Viewing pictures 32 Full-...
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... modes: X ❚❚ GUIDE Mode g (0 35): Take and view pictures and adjust settings with back- increase depth-of digital cameras. i Auto (0 25): Camera adjusts settings automatically to suit the selected scene. k Portrait (0 30): Shoot portraits with the help of an on-screen guide. ... ❚❚ Auto Modes Select these modes for dynamic ground in landscape shots. P-Programmed auto (0 68): A-Aperture-priority auto Camera chooses shutter (0 70): Adjust aperture to speed and aperture, user soften background details or controls other small objects. p Child (0...
... modes: X ❚❚ GUIDE Mode g (0 35): Take and view pictures and adjust settings with back- increase depth-of digital cameras. i Auto (0 25): Camera adjusts settings automatically to suit the selected scene. k Portrait (0 30): Shoot portraits with the help of an on-screen guide. ... ❚❚ Auto Modes Select these modes for dynamic ground in landscape shots. P-Programmed auto (0 68): A-Aperture-priority auto Camera chooses shutter (0 70): Adjust aperture to speed and aperture, user soften background details or controls other small objects. p Child (0...
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... orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in the monitor when the R button is displayed in tall (portrait) orientation 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 1 29 ...
... orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in the monitor when the R button is displayed in tall (portrait) orientation 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 1 29 ...
