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...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 Lock ...46 Manual Focus ...48 Image Quality and Size ...50 Image Quality ...50... Shutter Speed and Aperture 67 Mode P (Programmed Auto 68 Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto 69 Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto 70 Mode M (Manual)...71 Exposure ...74 Metering...74 Autoexposure Lock ...75 Exposure Compensation...76 Flash Compensation ...78 White Balance ...80 Fine-Tuning White Balance 82 Preset...
...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 Lock ...46 Manual Focus ...48 Image Quality and Size ...50 Image Quality ...50... Shutter Speed and Aperture 67 Mode P (Programmed Auto 68 Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto 69 Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto 70 Mode M (Manual)...71 Exposure ...74 Metering...74 Autoexposure Lock ...75 Exposure Compensation...76 Flash Compensation ...78 White Balance ...80 Fine-Tuning White Balance 82 Preset...
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...focus. rendered while skin tones remain soft and natural. 4 m Sports (0 31): Freeze motion for dynamic ground in landscape shots. sports shots. increase depth-of-field to suit the selected scene. k Portrait (0 30): Shoot portraits with "point-andshoot" simplicity. p Child (0 31): Create portraits of digital cameras.... o Night portrait (0 31): Shoot portraits Clothing and background details are vividly against a dimly-lit backdrop. speeds to freeze action, M-Manual (0 71): Match slow shutter speeds to ...
...focus. rendered while skin tones remain soft and natural. 4 m Sports (0 31): Freeze motion for dynamic ground in landscape shots. sports shots. increase depth-of-field to suit the selected scene. k Portrait (0 30): Shoot portraits with "point-andshoot" simplicity. p Child (0 31): Create portraits of digital cameras.... o Night portrait (0 31): Shoot portraits Clothing and background details are vividly against a dimly-lit backdrop. speeds to freeze action, M-Manual (0 71): Match slow shutter speeds to ...
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... orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in tall (portrait) orientation 29 28 27 26 25 ... indicator 71 Exposure compensation indicator 77 Electronic rangefinder ....... 132 7 Auto-area AF indicator ........ 45 3D-tracking indicator........... 45 Focus point 46 8 Help icon 183 9 Flash mode 59 10 Exposure compensation ......76 11 Flash compensation 78 12 Number of ... "Beep" indicator 131 25 Picture Control 87 26 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator 120 27 Manual flash indicator ....... 123 Flash compensation indicator for optional flash units ... 164 28 Date imprint indicator ....... ...
... orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in tall (portrait) orientation 29 28 27 26 25 ... indicator 71 Exposure compensation indicator 77 Electronic rangefinder ....... 132 7 Auto-area AF indicator ........ 45 3D-tracking indicator........... 45 Focus point 46 8 Help icon 183 9 Flash mode 59 10 Exposure compensation ......76 11 Flash compensation 78 12 Number of ... "Beep" indicator 131 25 Picture Control 87 26 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator 120 27 Manual flash indicator ....... 123 Flash compensation indicator for optional flash units ... 164 28 Date imprint indicator ....... ...
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... length index Focal length scale Mounting index X Lens cap CPU contacts (0 158) Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 48, 191) Zoom ring 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. D Autofocus Autofocus is not available with other AF lenses. 16 Slide the A-M switch... and AF-I lenses, which are equipped with manual priority). Being careful not to A (autofocus; A-M mode switch (see below) VR (vibration reduction) switch (0 17) 3 Attach the lens. Attach a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is an AF-S DX NIKKOR...
... length index Focal length scale Mounting index X Lens cap CPU contacts (0 158) Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 48, 191) Zoom ring 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. D Autofocus Autofocus is not available with other AF lenses. 16 Slide the A-M switch... and AF-I lenses, which are equipped with manual priority). Being careful not to A (autofocus; A-M mode switch (see below) VR (vibration reduction) switch (0 17) 3 Attach the lens. Attach a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is an AF-S DX NIKKOR...
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...Turn vibration reduction off by sliding the VR switch to motion that is not part of framing the subject and focusing in both autofocus and manual modes. When the camera is panned, vibration reduction applies only to OFF. When vibration reduction is active, the image in the viewfinder may...the user and shooting conditions). D CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings In the case of 55mm (Nikon measurements; This does not indicate a malfunction. 17 Vibration reduction can be turned off when the camera is securely mounted on if the tripod head is not secured or when using a monopod. ...
...Turn vibration reduction off by sliding the VR switch to motion that is not part of framing the subject and focusing in both autofocus and manual modes. When the camera is panned, vibration reduction applies only to OFF. When vibration reduction is active, the image in the viewfinder may...the user and shooting conditions). D CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings In the case of 55mm (Nikon measurements; This does not indicate a malfunction. 17 Vibration reduction can be turned off when the camera is securely mounted on if the tripod head is not secured or when using a monopod. ...
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... adjusted automatically or manually (see "Focus Mode," below). z R button Information display P button 2 Display focus-mode options. zMore on Photography (All Modes) Focus Focus can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 46) or use focus lock to focus to place the cursor in the information display and press J. 41 Focus Mode Choose from automatic and manual focus modes. 1 Place the...
... adjusted automatically or manually (see "Focus Mode," below). z R button Information display P button 2 Display focus-mode options. zMore on Photography (All Modes) Focus Focus can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 46) or use focus lock to focus to place the cursor in the information display and press J. 41 Focus Mode Choose from automatic and manual focus modes. 1 Place the...
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... the same color as the background. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under the conditions listed below. The focus point contains objects at the same distance and then recompose the photograph. MF Manual focus Focus manually (0 48). D Continuous-servo Autofocus z In AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is not...
... the same color as the background. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under the conditions listed below. The focus point contains objects at the same distance and then recompose the photograph. MF Manual focus Focus manually (0 48). D Continuous-servo Autofocus z In AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is not...
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release button is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator will not light: • During continuous-servo autofocus or manual focus • In shooting modes in which the AF-assist illuminator can not be used (0 176) • If Off has been selected for the AF-assist ... the shooting menu (0 122) The illuminator has a range of 18-200 mm and remove the lens hood. z A The Beep Speaker The Beep option in .); A Focus Mode Focus mode can be selected from the shooting menu (0 119). The AF-assist illuminator will light AF-assist illuminator automatically to turn the beep speaker on...
release button is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator will not light: • During continuous-servo autofocus or manual focus • In shooting modes in which the AF-assist illuminator can not be used (0 176) • If Off has been selected for the AF-assist ... the shooting menu (0 122) The illuminator has a range of 18-200 mm and remove the lens hood. z A The Beep Speaker The Beep option in .); A Focus Mode Focus mode can be selected from the shooting menu (0 119). The AF-assist illuminator will light AF-assist illuminator automatically to turn the beep speaker on...
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... reset when another shooting mode is pressed halfway, the colors in selected focus point only. In AF-A and AF-C focus modes, user selects focus point manually (0 46), d Dynamic area but camera will focus based on original subject while shutter-release button is selected for focus mode. A 3D-tracking (11 Points) When the shutter-release button is selected...
... reset when another shooting mode is pressed halfway, the colors in selected focus point only. In AF-A and AF-C focus modes, user selects focus point manually (0 46), d Dynamic area but camera will focus based on original subject while shutter-release button is selected for focus mode. A 3D-tracking (11 Points) When the shutter-release button is selected...
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... the composition after focusing in AF-A, AF-S, and AF-C focus modes (0 41), making it possible to select the center focus point. z Focus point Focus Lock Focus lock can also focus on a subject that the in-focus indicator (I) appears in the viewfinder. 46 If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 ...other than e Auto-area, you can be in a focus point in the final composition. Focus lock is most effective when an option other than e Auto-area (0 44). 2 Select the focus point. Focus Point Selection In manual focus mode or when autofocus is combined with the main subject ...
... the composition after focusing in AF-A, AF-S, and AF-C focus modes (0 41), making it possible to select the center focus point. z Focus point Focus Lock Focus lock can also focus on a subject that the in-focus indicator (I) appears in the viewfinder. 46 If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 ...other than e Auto-area, you can be in a focus point in the final composition. Focus lock is most effective when an option other than e Auto-area (0 44). 2 Select the focus point. Focus Point Selection In manual focus mode or when autofocus is combined with the main subject ...
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... autofocus does not produce the desired results (0 42). 1 Set the lens focus-mode switch. A-M switch M/A-M switch 2 Focus. Manual Focus Manual focus can be used in this manual for illustrative purposes; 0 191) can select manual focus simply by setting the camera focus mode to MF (manual focus; 0 41). To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the...
... autofocus does not produce the desired results (0 42). 1 Set the lens focus-mode switch. A-M switch M/A-M switch 2 Focus. Manual Focus Manual focus can be used in this manual for illustrative purposes; 0 191) can select manual focus simply by setting the camera focus mode to MF (manual focus; 0 41). To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the...
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... Note that with the subjects listed on the camera body. confirm focus in .). 46.5mm z Focal plane mark A The Exposure Indicator If desired, the exposure indicator can be selected from the focal plane mark on page 42, the in-focus indicator may sometimes be used to confirm whether ...The Electronic Rangefinder If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to determine whether the focus point for manual focus is in front of the 11 focus points). A Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between the lens mounting flange and the ...
... Note that with the subjects listed on the camera body. confirm focus in .). 46.5mm z Focal plane mark A The Exposure Indicator If desired, the exposure indicator can be selected from the focal plane mark on page 42, the in-focus indicator may sometimes be used to confirm whether ...The Electronic Rangefinder If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to determine whether the focus point for manual focus is in front of the 11 focus points). A Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between the lens mounting flange and the ...
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.... 1 Choose a start only if the dust off reference data will automatically be displayed and "rEF" will appear in manual focus mode, set to infinity manually. 129 in the viewfinder when cleaning is recommended. To exit without acquiring image dust off reference data recorded before starting. With... fills the viewfinder and then press the shutter-release button halfway. g In autofocus mode, focus will not be used with photographs taken after image sensor cleaning is mounted on the camera. Dust off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is performed. Dust off ...
.... 1 Choose a start only if the dust off reference data will automatically be displayed and "rEF" will appear in manual focus mode, set to infinity manually. 129 in the viewfinder when cleaning is recommended. To exit without acquiring image dust off reference data recorded before starting. With... fills the viewfinder and then press the shutter-release button halfway. g In autofocus mode, focus will not be used with photographs taken after image sensor cleaning is mounted on the camera. Dust off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is performed. Dust off ...
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The desired results may not be unable to focus using autofocus (0 42). Focus point is correctly focused in focus. g 132 Camera can be used as a focusing aid in manual focus mode. ❚❚ Viewfinder Grid Choose On to display on-demand grid lines in the ... when the exposure indicator instead shows whether the subject is not available in front of f/5.6 or faster. Indicator Description Indicator Description Camera in manual focus mode (0 42; Viewfinder Options G button ➜ B setup menu Display a framing grid in the viewfinder or choose whether the...
The desired results may not be unable to focus using autofocus (0 42). Focus point is correctly focused in focus. g 132 Camera can be used as a focusing aid in manual focus mode. ❚❚ Viewfinder Grid Choose On to display on-demand grid lines in the ... when the exposure indicator instead shows whether the subject is not available in front of f/5.6 or faster. Indicator Description Indicator Description Camera in manual focus mode (0 42; Viewfinder Options G button ➜ B setup menu Display a framing grid in the viewfinder or choose whether the...
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... is locked, full, or not inserted (0 20, 22, 26). • Built-in flash is charging (0 29). • Camera is not in focus (0 28). • CPU lens with continued use manual focus or focus lock (0 46, 48). • Camera is in photos: • Choose lower ISO sensitivity or turn noise reduction on : Delete files or folders. Final...
... is locked, full, or not inserted (0 20, 22, 26). • Built-in flash is charging (0 29). • Camera is not in focus (0 28). • CPU lens with continued use manual focus or focus lock (0 46, 48). • Camera is in photos: • Choose lower ISO sensitivity or turn noise reduction on : Delete files or folders. Final...
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...locked at default values) Can be selected from On or Off 187 j auto (flash off )); scene modes (k portrait; l landscape; manual (M) Exposure compensation -5 - +5 EV in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. Shutter Type Speed Flash sync speed Electronically-controlled vertical...supported. Lens Compatible lenses • AF-S or AF-I (continuous), E (self-timer), " (delayed remote), # (quick-response remote) Up to 3 fps (manual focus, mode M or S, shutter speed 1/250 s or faster, and other CPU lenses) • Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to approx. 1 EV...
...locked at default values) Can be selected from On or Off 187 j auto (flash off )); scene modes (k portrait; l landscape; manual (M) Exposure compensation -5 - +5 EV in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. Shutter Type Speed Flash sync speed Electronically-controlled vertical...supported. Lens Compatible lenses • AF-S or AF-I (continuous), E (self-timer), " (delayed remote), # (quick-response remote) Up to 3 fps (manual focus, mode M or S, shutter speed 1/250 s or faster, and other CPU lenses) • Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to approx. 1 EV...
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... terminal adapter (available separately) n White balance White balance Auto, incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual, all except preset manual with red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction • S, M: Fill-flash, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction Flash compensation -3 - ...eye reduction, off ; fill-flash and red- Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with red-eye reduction, off ; blinks for digital SLR using 420-pixel RGB sensor are available with ...
... terminal adapter (available separately) n White balance White balance Auto, incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual, all except preset manual with red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction • S, M: Fill-flash, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction Flash compensation -3 - ...eye reduction, off ; fill-flash and red- Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with red-eye reduction, off ; blinks for digital SLR using 420-pixel RGB sensor are available with ...
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... and software described in this manual may result from any mistakes that may contain. f/5.6-36 at 18 mm; n 191 attaches as shown below) Nikon reserves the right to camera Zoom control Zoom adjusted by rotating separate zoom ring Focusing Autofocus with Silent Wave Motor;... AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens Type G-type AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR lens with built-in CPU and Nikon bayonet mount Supported cameras Nikon digital SLR cameras ...
... and software described in this manual may result from any mistakes that may contain. f/5.6-36 at 18 mm; n 191 attaches as shown below) Nikon reserves the right to camera Zoom control Zoom adjusted by rotating separate zoom ring Focusing Autofocus with Silent Wave Motor;... AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens Type G-type AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR lens with built-in CPU and Nikon bayonet mount Supported cameras Nikon digital SLR cameras ...
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... 105, 149 NEF (RAW) processing 149 Neutral (Set Picture Control)...... 87 Nikon Transfer 105, 106 No memory card 136 Noise reduction 122 Non-CPU lens...Playback menu 117 Playback zoom 99 Portrait (Set Picture Control)...... 87 Preset manual (White balance) 80, 83 Press the shutter-release button all the...72, 167 Remote on duration 131 Removing the lens from the camera 17 Reset setup options 125 Reset shooting options 119 Retouch menu ...format 125 In-focus indicator 28, 46, 49 Information 6, 92, 125 ISO sensitivity 62, 120 i-TTL 123 i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR 123 J JPEG...
... 105, 149 NEF (RAW) processing 149 Neutral (Set Picture Control)...... 87 Nikon Transfer 105, 106 No memory card 136 Noise reduction 122 Non-CPU lens...Playback menu 117 Playback zoom 99 Portrait (Set Picture Control)...... 87 Preset manual (White balance) 80, 83 Press the shutter-release button all the...72, 167 Remote on duration 131 Removing the lens from the camera 17 Reset setup options 125 Reset shooting options 119 Retouch menu ...format 125 In-focus indicator 28, 46, 49 Information 6, 92, 125 ISO sensitivity 62, 120 i-TTL 123 i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR 123 J JPEG...
Quick Start Guide
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... eyecup Set switches as shown below. shape of cord depends on focusing the viewfinder, see page 157 of the lens kit option ...camera body or lens with your Nikon digital camera can be found in movie form, is removed. To view other lenses that the package contains the following website: http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html Printed in at least one of the User's Manual... for information on . w Insert the battery. M x Choose a language and set the camera clock. 2.1 Turn the camera on other pictures, press the multi selector left . En Digital Camera D3000...
... eyecup Set switches as shown below. shape of cord depends on focusing the viewfinder, see page 157 of the lens kit option ...camera body or lens with your Nikon digital camera can be found in movie form, is removed. To view other lenses that the package contains the following website: http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html Printed in at least one of the User's Manual... for information on . w Insert the battery. M x Choose a language and set the camera clock. 2.1 Turn the camera on other pictures, press the multi selector left . En Digital Camera D3000...