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Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for details. See page 11 for the first time, read the safety instructions in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution here. Digitutor "Digitutor", a series ... you want to Find It Find what you 're looking for from the "question and answer" index. Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. i Troubleshooting ➜ Camera behaving unexpectedly? Where to do but don't know the function name? Find it from : i The Table of...
Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for details. See page 11 for the first time, read the safety instructions in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution here. Digitutor "Digitutor", a series ... you want to Find It Find what you 're looking for from the "question and answer" index. Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. i Troubleshooting ➜ Camera behaving unexpectedly? Where to do but don't know the function name? Find it from : i The Table of...
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... ii Key phrase 0 The information display 6 The viewfinder 5 Number of exposures remaining 26 Battery level 25 Auto off ? Q&A Index Find what you're looking for using this card? How do I display the menus in the viewfinder? How many more information about a photo? How do these icons mean? How much charge does... the battery have left? How do I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I view more shots can I adjust monitor brightness?
... ii Key phrase 0 The information display 6 The viewfinder 5 Number of exposures remaining 26 Battery level 25 Auto off ? Q&A Index Find what you're looking for using this card? How do I display the menus in the viewfinder? How many more information about a photo? How do these icons mean? How much charge does... the battery have left? How do I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I view more shots can I adjust monitor brightness?
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...take pictures with a small file size for e-mail? Can I take pictures with the self-timer? Can I choose how the camera focuses? How do I keep the camera from firing? How do I turn off 58-60 AF-assist illuminator 122 Release mode 53-54 Self-timer Remote control 55-57 ... I "freeze" motion? How do I set the flash to bring out a subject? Can I use the GUIDE position on the memory card? How do I take snapshots? How do I shoot a series of the camera? ❚❚ Taking Photographs Question Is there a quick and easy way to take pictures for printing...
...take pictures with a small file size for e-mail? Can I take pictures with the self-timer? Can I choose how the camera focuses? How do I keep the camera from firing? How do I turn off 58-60 AF-assist illuminator 122 Release mode 53-54 Self-timer Remote control 55-57 ... I "freeze" motion? How do I set the flash to bring out a subject? Can I use the GUIDE position on the memory card? How do I take snapshots? How do I shoot a series of the camera? ❚❚ Taking Photographs Question Is there a quick and easy way to take pictures for printing...
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... Stop-motion movie 151-152 iv Can I protect photos from my photos? Can I create retouched copies of miniatures? Can I overlay two NEF (RAW) photos to use as a base for a painting? Can I make a single image? Can I zoom in an automatic slide show Viewing on the...
... Stop-motion movie 151-152 iv Can I protect photos from my photos? Can I create retouched copies of miniatures? Can I overlay two NEF (RAW) photos to use as a base for a painting? Can I make a single image? Can I zoom in an automatic slide show Viewing on the...
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...I go to for a menu or message? Who do I get help for servicing and repairs? What lenses can I set the camera clock? How do I use ? Key phrase 0 The DK-5 eyepiece cap 55 Approved memory cards 167 Compatible lenses 157 Optional flash units 162 Accessories 166 Cleaning 169...How do I keep the file number from being reset when I reset file numbering to access recently-used settings? How do I clean the camera? How do I restore default settings? Key phrase 0 Using the menus 11-13 Help 11 Error messages 183 The information display 6, 7 The command dial 8-10...
...I go to for a menu or message? Who do I get help for servicing and repairs? What lenses can I set the camera clock? How do I use ? Key phrase 0 The DK-5 eyepiece cap 55 Approved memory cards 167 Compatible lenses 157 Optional flash units 162 Accessories 166 Cleaning 169...How do I keep the file number from being reset when I reset file numbering to access recently-used settings? How do I clean the camera? How do I restore default settings? Key phrase 0 Using the menus 11-13 Help 11 Error messages 183 The information display 6, 7 The command dial 8-10...
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... Contents Q&A Index ...ii For 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 Battery ...15 Attach a Lens...16...
... Contents Q&A Index ...ii For 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 Battery ...15 Attach a Lens...16...
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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... Lock ...46 Manual Focus ...48 Image Quality and Size ...50 Image Quality ...50 Image Size...52 Release Mode ...53 Self-Timer and Remote Modes 55 Using the Built-in Flash...58 Flash Mode ...59 ISO Sensitivity...62 Active D-Lighting...64 P, S, A, and M Modes 67 Shutter Speed and Aperture 67 Mode P (...
... 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... Lock ...46 Manual Focus ...48 Image Quality and Size ...50 Image Quality ...50 Image Size...52 Release Mode ...53 Self-Timer and Remote Modes 55 Using the Built-in Flash...58 Flash Mode ...59 ISO Sensitivity...62 Active D-Lighting...64 P, S, A, and M Modes 67 Shutter Speed and Aperture 67 Mode P (...
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... could result in your eye accidentally. After removing the battery, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. A Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use the product will read them. A Do not disassemble Touching the product's internal parts could ... yourself or to others, read the following symbol: A This icon marks warnings. A Observe caution when using the flash • Using the camera with the flash in their entirety before using this Nikon product. ❚❚ WARNINGS A Keep the sun out of the frame Keep the sun well out ...
... could result in your eye accidentally. After removing the battery, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. A Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use the product will read them. A Do not disassemble Touching the product's internal parts could ... yourself or to others, read the following symbol: A This icon marks warnings. A Observe caution when using the flash • Using the camera with the flash in their entirety before using this Nikon product. ❚❚ WARNINGS A Keep the sun out of the frame Keep the sun well out ...
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...; Dust on battery power for the purpose to water. • Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it is unplugged. • Do not attempt to insert the battery...the battery when no charge remains. • When the battery is off and allow the battery to cool. • Discontinue use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for an extended period. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to observe this precaution could result in fire or ...
...; Dust on battery power for the purpose to water. • Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it is unplugged. • Do not attempt to insert the battery...the battery when no charge remains. • When the battery is off and allow the battery to cool. • Discontinue use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for an extended period. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to observe this precaution could result in fire or ...
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...rules. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. This Modifications equipment generates, uses, and.... • Nikon will not be held liable for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the attention of the Nikon representative in your...Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals is no operate the equipment. However, there is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to lead, a chemical known to • Increase the separation between the the State of California to provide D3000...
...rules. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. This Modifications equipment generates, uses, and.... • Nikon will not be held liable for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the attention of the Nikon representative in your...Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals is no operate the equipment. However, there is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to lead, a chemical known to • Increase the separation between the the State of California to provide D3000...
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The following apply only to users in European countries: • All batteries, whether marked with this Nikon digital camera are designed to also replace any pictures selected for Customers in charge of waste management. Do not dispose...this symbol or not, are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are engineered and proven to another person, erase all data using commercially available software, potentially resulting in charge of waste management. Disposing of Data ...
The following apply only to users in European countries: • All batteries, whether marked with this Nikon digital camera are designed to also replace any pictures selected for Customers in charge of waste management. Do not dispose...this symbol or not, are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are engineered and proven to another person, erase all data using commercially available software, potentially resulting in charge of waste management. Disposing of Data ...
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... being in a foreign country is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated 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...
... being in a foreign country is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated 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...
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... that it easier to these services). information that default settings are used professionally. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Any accessories regularly used with your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. To get the most...
... that it easier to these services). information that default settings are used professionally. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Any accessories regularly used with your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. To get the most...
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...10074; Changing Settings in the information display, press the P button. Fast shutter speed, large aperture (small f-number). Highlight items using the command dial and camera buttons (0 8). P button A The Shutter-Speed and Aperture Displays X These displays provide visual indications of the mode dial. A... (0 125). The information display can also be restored by an image of shutter speed and aperture. Some items can be adjusted using the multi selector and press J to view options for 8 s (the default value). For information on choosing whether information is ...
...10074; Changing Settings in the information display, press the P button. Fast shutter speed, large aperture (small f-number). Highlight items using the command dial and camera buttons (0 8). P button A The Shutter-Speed and Aperture Displays X These displays provide visual indications of the mode dial. A... (0 125). The information display can also be restored by an image of shutter speed and aperture. Some items can be adjusted using the multi selector and press J to view options for 8 s (the default value). For information on choosing whether information is ...
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.... Mode P Command dial Information display Choose an aperture (mode A; 0 70). Choose a shutter speed (mode S or M; 0 69, 71). The Command Dial The command dial can be used with other controls to adjust a variety of aperture and shutter speed (mode P; 0 68). Mode S or M Command dial Information display Choose an aperture (mode M; 0 71). 8 Mode...
.... Mode P Command dial Information display Choose an aperture (mode A; 0 70). Choose a shutter speed (mode S or M; 0 69, 71). The Command Dial The command dial can be used with other controls to adjust a variety of aperture and shutter speed (mode P; 0 68). Mode S or M Command dial Information display Choose an aperture (mode M; 0 71). 8 Mode...
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The role of the Fn (E) button can be selected using the Buttons > E/Fn button option in the setup menu (0 134), allowing the following settings to be adjusted by pressing the Fn (E) button and rotating the command dial: + Fn (E) button Command dial Release mode (0 53) X White balance (0 80) Image quality and size (0 50) Active D-Lighting (0 64) ISO sensitivity (0 62) Set framing grid (0 132) The Power Switch Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera off. Viewfinder 10 Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera on.
The role of the Fn (E) button can be selected using the Buttons > E/Fn button option in the setup menu (0 134), allowing the following settings to be adjusted by pressing the Fn (E) button and rotating the command dial: + Fn (E) button Command dial Release mode (0 53) X White balance (0 80) Image quality and size (0 50) Active D-Lighting (0 64) ISO sensitivity (0 62) Set framing grid (0 132) The Power Switch Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera off. Viewfinder 10 Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera on.
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Press the G button to display the menus. 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a menu. Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item Cancel and return to previous menu Select highlighted item or display sub-menu X Move cursor down Follow the steps below to select the desired menu. Press 4 to navigate the camera menus. G button 12 Press 1 or 3 to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus. Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to highlight the icon for the current menu.
Press the G button to display the menus. 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a menu. Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item Cancel and return to previous menu Select highlighted item or display sub-menu X Move cursor down Follow the steps below to select the desired menu. Press 4 to navigate the camera menus. G button 12 Press 1 or 3 to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus. Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to highlight the icon for the current menu.
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... the terminal cover. Insert the battery as shown in the supplied MH-23 quick charger before use. To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the illustration on the charger. First Steps Charge the Battery The camera is complete. Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops blinking. About one hour and...
... the terminal cover. Insert the battery as shown in the supplied MH-23 quick charger before use. To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the illustration on the charger. First Steps Charge the Battery The camera is complete. Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops blinking. About one hour and...
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... temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 20°C (68°F). Battery capacity may be hot immediately after use . 15 A Inserting and Removing Batteries Always turn the camera off . D The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xi-xii and 174-175 of... this manual. Wait for best results, charge the battery at low temperatures. Unlatch (q) and open (w) the battery-chamber cover. Use the charger with ...
... temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 20°C (68°F). Battery capacity may be hot immediately after use . 15 A Inserting and Removing Batteries Always turn the camera off . D The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xi-xii and 174-175 of... this manual. Wait for best results, charge the battery at low temperatures. Unlatch (q) and open (w) the battery-chamber cover. Use the charger with ...
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... 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. Attach a Lens Care should be taken to A (autofocus; A-M mode switch (see below) VR (vibration reduction) switch... into place (w). Autofocus is supported with only AF-S and AF-I lenses, which are equipped with autofocus motors. The lens generally used in the camera's bayonet mount (q). D Autofocus Autofocus is not available with manual priority). Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with the...
... 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. Attach a Lens Care should be taken to A (autofocus; A-M mode switch (see below) VR (vibration reduction) switch... into place (w). Autofocus is supported with only AF-S and AF-I lenses, which are equipped with autofocus motors. The lens generally used in the camera's bayonet mount (q). D Autofocus Autofocus is not available with manual priority). Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with the...