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... unexpectedly? Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from: i The Table of "watch and learn" manuals in "For Your Safety" (0 xi-xvi). Digitutor "Digitutor", a series of Contents ➜ Find items by key ... ➜ 0 183-185 If a warning is available from the "question and answer" index. Where to do but don't know the function name? Help Use the camera's on menu items and other topics. i The Index Search by function or menu name. 0 vi-x i The Q&A Index ➜ 0 ii-v Know what you want to Find...
... unexpectedly? Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from: i The Table of "watch and learn" manuals in "For Your Safety" (0 xi-xvi). Digitutor "Digitutor", a series of Contents ➜ Find items by key ... ➜ 0 183-185 If a warning is available from the "question and answer" index. Where to do but don't know the function name? Help Use the camera's on menu items and other topics. i The Index Search by function or menu name. 0 vi-x i The Q&A Index ➜ 0 ii-v Know what you want to Find...
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How many more information about a photo? How do I view more shots can I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I adjust monitor brightness? How do these icons mean? How do I keep the displays from turning off timers 130 Language 127 LCD ...
How many more information about a photo? How do I view more shots can I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I adjust monitor brightness? How do these icons mean? How do I keep the displays from turning off timers 130 Language 127 LCD ...
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... for e-mail? How do I quickly adjust settings for printing at large sizes? How do I take pictures with the self-timer? Can I keep the camera from firing? How do I set the flash to bring out a subject? What is not in shadows and highlights? Can I focus the viewfinder? Can ... mode 27 Flash off the light on a subject that is exposure? How do I get more pictures on the mode dial? Can I choose how the camera focuses? How can I focus on the front of photos in quick succession? Can I use the optional remote control? Can I choose the focus point?...
... for e-mail? How do I quickly adjust settings for printing at large sizes? How do I take pictures with the self-timer? Can I keep the camera from firing? How do I set the flash to bring out a subject? What is not in shadows and highlights? Can I focus the viewfinder? Can ... mode 27 Flash off the light on a subject that is exposure? How do I get more pictures on the mode dial? Can I choose how the camera focuses? How can I focus on the front of photos in quick succession? Can I use the optional remote control? Can I choose the focus point?...
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... recording on a TV? How do I copy photos to use as a base for a painting? Can I view photos on my photos? Can I view photos in on the camera? Can I copy a photo to a computer? How do I view photographs on photos during playback? How do I make stop-motion movies from accidental deletion? ❚❚ Viewing...
... recording on a TV? How do I copy photos to use as a base for a painting? Can I view photos on my photos? Can I view photos in on the camera? Can I copy a photo to a computer? How do I view photographs on photos during playback? How do I make stop-motion movies from accidental deletion? ❚❚ Viewing...
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...lenses 157 Optional flash units 162 Accessories 166 Cleaning 169 Servicing 169 v How do with the eyepiece cap? What software is available for my camera? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use the menus? How do I restore default settings? How do I get help for servicing ... I use ? How do I adjust settings? What memory cards can I use ? How do I set the camera clock? What other accessories are available for my camera? How do I clean the camera? How do I reset file numbering to 1? ❚❚ Menus and Settings Question How do I go to access...
...lenses 157 Optional flash units 162 Accessories 166 Cleaning 169 Servicing 169 v How do with the eyepiece cap? What software is available for my camera? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use the menus? How do I restore default settings? How do I get help for servicing ... I use ? How do I adjust settings? What memory cards can I use ? How do I set the camera clock? What other accessories are available for my camera? How do I clean the camera? How do I reset file numbering to 1? ❚❚ Menus and Settings Question How do I go to access...
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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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...close to observe the precautions listed in this precaution could cause permanent visual impairment. A Observe caution when using the flash • Using the camera with the flash in close to avoid burns. A Avoid contact with your eye accidentally. After removing the battery, take the product to ... could result in injury. A Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of children Failure to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. xi A Keep out of reach of an infant or child could result in strangulation....
...close to observe the precautions listed in this precaution could cause permanent visual impairment. A Observe caution when using the flash • Using the camera with the flash in close to avoid burns. A Avoid contact with your eye accidentally. After removing the battery, take the product to ... could result in injury. A Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of children Failure to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. xi A Keep out of reach of an infant or child could result in strangulation....
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... the charger during thunderstorms. Failure to water. • Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. Failure to remove the battery when no charge remains. • When the battery is not in use,.... • Batteries are using an AC adapter, be removed with product regulations. Continued use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with metal objects such as discoloration or deformation...
... the charger during thunderstorms. Failure to water. • Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. Failure to remove the battery when no charge remains. • When the battery is not in use,.... • Batteries are using an AC adapter, be removed with product regulations. Continued use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with metal objects such as discoloration or deformation...
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...deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with normal operation of waste management. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are designed to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual white balance (0 83). xiv Do not dispose of...Care should be collected separately. The use of empty sky). Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with this Nikon digital camera are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Notice for use of this symbol or not, are...
...deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with normal operation of waste management. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are designed to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual white balance (0 83). xiv Do not dispose of...Care should be collected separately. The use of empty sky). Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with this Nikon digital camera are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Notice for use of this symbol or not, are...
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... photographs is prohibited. Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be provided for business use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to be punishable...
... photographs is prohibited. Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be provided for business use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to be punishable...
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...camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is available on-line at the following URL for damages or lost profits that may result from the Nikon... Nikon will not be available from product malfunction. Additional information may be held liable for contact information: http://imaging.nikon....com/ xvi See the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon....com/support/ • For users in your area. A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-...
...camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is available on-line at the following URL for damages or lost profits that may result from the Nikon... Nikon will not be available from product malfunction. Additional information may be held liable for contact information: http://imaging.nikon....com/ xvi See the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon....com/support/ • For users in your area. A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-...
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... three to five years (note that should be read all who use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to these services). To get the most from 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...
... three to five years (note that should be read all who use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to these services). To get the most from 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...
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You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to a printer ..107 2 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 (information) button.........6 4 E (exposure ... 56 9 BF-1A 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 Mirror 172...
You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to a printer ..107 2 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 (information) button.........6 4 E (exposure ... 56 9 BF-1A 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 Mirror 172...
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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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... an on-screen guide. ❚❚ P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings. 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. sports...rendered while skin tones remain soft and natural. 4 l Landscape (0 30): Preserve details in soft focus. i Auto (0 25): Camera adjusts settings automatically to S-Shutter-priority auto (0 69): Choose fast shutter bring both main subject and background into focus. speeds to ...
... an on-screen guide. ❚❚ P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings. 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. sports...rendered while skin tones remain soft and natural. 4 l Landscape (0 30): Preserve details in soft focus. i Auto (0 25): Camera adjusts settings automatically to S-Shutter-priority auto (0 69): Choose fast shutter bring both main subject and background into focus. speeds to ...
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... 120 27 Manual flash indicator ....... 123 Flash compensation indicator for optional flash units ... 164 28 Date imprint indicator ....... 136 29 Eye-Fi connection indicator 139 6 X Camera in normal orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in the monitor when the R button is pressed.
... 120 27 Manual flash indicator ....... 123 Flash compensation indicator for optional flash units ... 164 28 Date imprint indicator ....... 136 29 Eye-Fi connection indicator 139 6 X Camera in normal orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in the monitor when the R button is pressed.