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...191 Recent settings 190 ❚❚ Miscellaneous Question What do I reset file numbering to for a menu or message? What software is available for my camera? Who do I go to 1? How do I do with the eyepiece cap? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use the menus? How ... do I use ? How do I restore default settings? How do I get help for servicing and repairs? How do I clean the camera? Key phrase 0 The DK-5 eyepiece cap 67, 77 Approved memory cards 203 Compatible lenses 194 Optional flash units 198 Accessories 202 Cleaning 205 Servicing 205 v
...191 Recent settings 190 ❚❚ Miscellaneous Question What do I reset file numbering to for a menu or message? What software is available for my camera? Who do I go to 1? How do I do with the eyepiece cap? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use the menus? How ... do I use ? How do I restore default settings? How do I get help for servicing and repairs? How do I clean the camera? Key phrase 0 The DK-5 eyepiece cap 67, 77 Approved memory cards 203 Compatible lenses 194 Optional flash units 198 Accessories 202 Cleaning 205 Servicing 205 v
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Technical Notes 193 Compatible Lenses...194 Compatible CPU Lenses ...194 Compatible Non-CPU Lenses 195 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 198 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 198 Other Accessories ...202 Approved Memory Cards 203 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 204 Caring for the Camera...205 Storage...205 Cleaning ...205 The Low-Pass Filter...206 Caring...
Technical Notes 193 Compatible Lenses...194 Compatible CPU Lenses ...194 Compatible Non-CPU Lenses 195 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 198 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 198 Other Accessories ...202 Approved Memory Cards 203 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 204 Caring for the Camera...205 Storage...205 Cleaning ...205 The Low-Pass Filter...206 Caring...
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...you for use to prevent damage to the camera. To get the most from your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. A This icon marks notes; A Camera Settings The explanations in this manual assume that... should be read by Nikon specifically for your camera, please be sure to read all who use the product. ❚❚ Symbols and Conventions To make it be read before use with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be serviced...
...you for use to prevent damage to the camera. To get the most from your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. A This icon marks notes; A Camera Settings The explanations in this manual assume that... should be read by Nikon specifically for your camera, please be sure to read all who use the product. ❚❚ Symbols and Conventions To make it be read before use with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be serviced...
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...position the lens in this manual for illustrative purposes. D Autofocus Autofocus is used in the camera's bayonet mount (q). An AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens is supported with only AF-S and AF-I lenses, which are equipped with autofocus motors. Focal length index Focal length scale X Lens cap... Mounting index CPU contacts (0 194) Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 60, 229) Zoom ring 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. If the ...
...position the lens in this manual for illustrative purposes. D Autofocus Autofocus is used in the camera's bayonet mount (q). An AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens is supported with only AF-S and AF-I lenses, which are equipped with autofocus motors. Focal length index Focal length scale X Lens cap... Mounting index CPU contacts (0 194) Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 60, 229) Zoom ring 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. If the ...
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... reduction, slide the VR switch to be slowed by camera shake even when the camera is on the image in the viewfinder and simplifying the process of 55mm (Nikon measurements; This is pressed halfway, reducing the effects of camera shake on , the lens may be blurred after the...when shaken. Vibration reduction is disabled while the built-in effect. Turn vibration reduction off when removing or exchanging lenses. ❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is panned horizontally, for example, vibration reduction will be applied only to vertical shake), making it on ....
... reduction, slide the VR switch to be slowed by camera shake even when the camera is on the image in the viewfinder and simplifying the process of 55mm (Nikon measurements; This is pressed halfway, reducing the effects of camera shake on , the lens may be blurred after the...when shaken. Vibration reduction is disabled while the built-in effect. Turn vibration reduction off when removing or exchanging lenses. ❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is panned horizontally, for example, vibration reduction will be applied only to vertical shake), making it on ....
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Check that the display in the viewfinder is equipped with your eye to the viewfinder, be further adjusted using optional corrective lenses (0 202). 25 Focus point A Adjusting Viewfinder Focus If you are in your fingers or fingernails in sharp focus. When operating the ...point (0 58), and then frame a high-contrast subject in the viewfinder. 1 Remove the lens cap and turn the camera Power switch on. X 2 Focus the viewfinder. With the camera in focus, use the diopter adjustment control to bring the subject into clear focus in vision. If necessary, viewfinder focus can...
Check that the display in the viewfinder is equipped with your eye to the viewfinder, be further adjusted using optional corrective lenses (0 202). 25 Focus point A Adjusting Viewfinder Focus If you are in your fingers or fingernails in sharp focus. When operating the ...point (0 58), and then frame a high-contrast subject in the viewfinder. 1 Remove the lens cap and turn the camera Power switch on. X 2 Focus the viewfinder. With the camera in focus, use the diopter adjustment control to bring the subject into clear focus in vision. If necessary, viewfinder focus can...
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...-recording mode for extended periods, the temperature of the following y options and press J to the camera's internal circuitry. The camera may leave after-images when the camera is selected. Bright light sources may record the sound made by VR lenses when vibration reduction is used in damage to select: Option 3 1280×720 (16...
...-recording mode for extended periods, the temperature of the following y options and press J to the camera's internal circuitry. The camera may leave after-images when the camera is selected. Bright light sources may record the sound made by VR lenses when vibration reduction is used in damage to select: Option 3 1280×720 (16...
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... focus-mode switch to M. If the lens is equipped with manual override, MF priority), manual focus can also be adjusted manually, regardless of AF-S lenses (including the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens used when you are not using an AF-S or AF-I lens or when autofocus does... can be taken at any time, even when the image is not in focus. Photographs can be used in focus. z A AF-S Lenses Users of the mode selected with the lens. 60 Focus can select manual focus simply by setting the camera focus mode to MF (manual focus; 0 54). A-M switch M/A-M switch 2 Focus.
... focus-mode switch to M. If the lens is equipped with manual override, MF priority), manual focus can also be adjusted manually, regardless of AF-S lenses (including the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens used when you are not using an AF-S or AF-I lens or when autofocus does... can be taken at any time, even when the image is not in focus. Photographs can be used in focus. z A AF-S Lenses Users of the mode selected with the lens. 60 Focus can select manual focus simply by setting the camera focus mode to MF (manual focus; 0 54). A-M switch M/A-M switch 2 Focus.
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... shutter speed for long time-exposures. Set shutter speed to adjust camera settings. Shutter speed Aperture Fast shutter speed (1/1,600 s) Slow shutter speed (1 s) Small aperture ... combinations of control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode Description P Programmed auto (0 81) Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. camera selects aperture for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to "bulb... S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of shutter speed and aperture. Type G lenses are not equipped with an aperture ring.
... shutter speed for long time-exposures. Set shutter speed to adjust camera settings. Shutter speed Aperture Fast shutter speed (1/1,600 s) Slow shutter speed (1 s) Small aperture ... combinations of control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode Description P Programmed auto (0 81) Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. camera selects aperture for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to "bulb... S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of shutter speed and aperture. Type G lenses are not equipped with an aperture ring.
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...automatically). 1 Place the cursor in the information display. recommended when using filters with type G or D lenses (0 194), range information (3D color matrix metering II; M Centerweighted Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to L Matrix tone distribution, color, composition, and, with ...to meter a wide area of the following options and press J. Camera meters current focus point; Exposure Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other CPU lenses, camera uses color matrix metering II, which does not include 3D range ...
...automatically). 1 Place the cursor in the information display. recommended when using filters with type G or D lenses (0 194), range information (3D color matrix metering II; M Centerweighted Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to L Matrix tone distribution, color, composition, and, with ...to meter a wide area of the following options and press J. Camera meters current focus point; Exposure Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other CPU lenses, camera uses color matrix metering II, which does not include 3D range ...
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...automatically. JPEG photographs taken in a digital image file. If the application or device does not support DCF, select the appropriate color space manually. A Nikon Software ViewNX (supplied) and Capture ...NX 2 (available separately) automatically select the correct color space when opening photographs created with this camera. 150 A Retouch: ... On to reduce barrel distortion when shooting with wideangle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion when shooting with long lenses (note that the edges of the area visible in...
...automatically. JPEG photographs taken in a digital image file. If the application or device does not support DCF, select the appropriate color space manually. A Nikon Software ViewNX (supplied) and Capture ...NX 2 (available separately) automatically select the correct color space when opening photographs created with this camera. 150 A Retouch: ... On to reduce barrel distortion when shooting with wideangle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion when shooting with long lenses (note that the edges of the area visible in...
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... a1: AF-area Mode G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option determines how the focus point for autofocus is selected in live view (0 43). The camera may not be used. L 155 See page 212 for the shooting modes in which the AF-assist illuminator can be used . a2: Built-in AF... Settings menu If On is selected and lighting is poor, the built-in AF-A focus mode) when Auto-area is selected for restrictions on the lenses that can be able to focus using autofocus when lighting is used with AF assist. AF-assist illuminator A See Also See page 197 for AFarea...
... a1: AF-area Mode G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option determines how the focus point for autofocus is selected in live view (0 43). The camera may not be used. L 155 See page 212 for the shooting modes in which the AF-assist illuminator can be used . a2: Built-in AF... Settings menu If On is selected and lighting is poor, the built-in AF-A focus mode) when Auto-area is selected for restrictions on the lenses that can be able to focus using autofocus when lighting is used with AF assist. AF-assist illuminator A See Also See page 197 for AFarea...
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... reference images are viewed on the camera. The monitor turns off reference data. D Image Dust Off Reference Data The same reference data can not be performed if the subject is poorly lit, increasing recording times. Reference images can be used for photographs taken with different lenses or at right will be viewed...
... reference images are viewed on the camera. The monitor turns off reference data. D Image Dust Off Reference Data The same reference data can not be performed if the subject is poorly lit, increasing recording times. Reference images can be used for photographs taken with different lenses or at right will be viewed...
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... with a fisheye lens. D-Lighting is for use only with pictures taken with other lenses excluded). Results are not guaranteed with type G and D lenses (PC, fisheye, and certain other lenses. Straighten G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a straightened copy of the image...), 4 to brighten dark or backlit subjects. see page 150). Press J to copy the photograph, or press K to exit to reduce distortion manually (note that edges of enhancement. Select Auto to let the camera...
... with a fisheye lens. D-Lighting is for use only with pictures taken with other lenses excluded). Results are not guaranteed with type G and D lenses (PC, fisheye, and certain other lenses. Straighten G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a straightened copy of the image...), 4 to brighten dark or backlit subjects. see page 150). Press J to copy the photograph, or press K to exit to reduce distortion manually (note that edges of enhancement. Select Auto to let the camera...
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Compatible Lenses...194 Compatible CPU Lenses...194 Compatible Non-CPU Lenses 195 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 198 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 198 Other Accessories ...202 Approved Memory Cards...203 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 204 Caring for the Camera 205 Storage...205 Cleaning ...205 The Low-Pass Filter ...206 Caring for information on...
Compatible Lenses...194 Compatible CPU Lenses...194 Compatible Non-CPU Lenses 195 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 198 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 198 Other Accessories ...202 Approved Memory Cards...203 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 204 Caring for the Camera 205 Storage...205 Cleaning ...205 The Low-Pass Filter ...206 Caring for information on...
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...; 2 AI-P NIKKOR - ✔8 ✔ ✔ 2 1 Use AF-S or AF-I lens required. 6 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster. Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with AF-I CPU lenses only; Type G lenses are listed below: Camera setting Focus Mode Metering Lens/accessory MF (with a lens aperture ring. The features available with compatible CPU...
...; 2 AI-P NIKKOR - ✔8 ✔ ✔ 2 1 Use AF-S or AF-I lens required. 6 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster. Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with AF-I CPU lenses only; Type G lenses are listed below: Camera setting Focus Mode Metering Lens/accessory MF (with a lens aperture ring. The features available with compatible CPU...
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... display can not be used with the D5000: • TC-16AS AF teleconverter • Non-AI lenses • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (400mm... n 195 Selecting another mode disables the shutter release. P, S, A M L, M, N AI-, AI-modified NIKKOR or Nikon Series E lenses - ✔1 Medical NIKKOR 120mm f/4 - ✔ ✔ - ✔2 - ✔ - ✔ 2, ...can not be used when the camera is in horizontal orientation once attached). PC NIKKOR - ✔4 ✔ - ✔2 - Compatible Non-CPU Lenses Non-CPU lenses may only be used; AI-...
... display can not be used with the D5000: • TC-16AS AF teleconverter • Non-AI lenses • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (400mm... n 195 Selecting another mode disables the shutter release. P, S, A M L, M, N AI-, AI-modified NIKKOR or Nikon Series E lenses - ✔1 Medical NIKKOR 120mm f/4 - ✔ ✔ - ✔2 - ✔ - ✔ 2, ...can not be used when the camera is in horizontal orientation once attached). PC NIKKOR - ✔4 ✔ - ✔2 - Compatible Non-CPU Lenses Non-CPU lenses may only be used; AI-...
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The size of the area exposed by the D5000, in 35mm format can be calculated by multiplying the focal length of the lens by a 35mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the D5000. The approximate focal length of lenses for the D5000 in contrast, is 23.6 × 15.8 mm, meaning that the... picture angle of a 35mm camera is 36 × 24 mm. Picture size (35mm format)...
The size of the area exposed by the D5000, in 35mm format can be calculated by multiplying the focal length of the lens by a 35mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the D5000. The approximate focal length of lenses for the D5000 in contrast, is 23.6 × 15.8 mm, meaning that the... picture angle of a 35mm camera is 36 × 24 mm. Picture size (35mm format)...
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...correct exposure may not be achieved in the information display. D Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to set to select flash mode. The D5000 is disabled. i-TTL flash control can not be underexposed. We recommend that you choose spot metering to the section on the optional SB-900... provided with AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR ED 105mm f/2.8G and AF-S Micro-NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED lenses only. 4 Available when camera is available with the flash unit. Take a test shot and view the results in non-TTL auto and manual modes. If the controls on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. n 200
...correct exposure may not be achieved in the information display. D Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to set to select flash mode. The D5000 is disabled. i-TTL flash control can not be underexposed. We recommend that you choose spot metering to the section on the optional SB-900... provided with AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR ED 105mm f/2.8G and AF-S Micro-NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED lenses only. 4 Available when camera is available with the flash unit. Take a test shot and view the results in non-TTL auto and manual modes. If the controls on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. n 200
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... SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SU-800 provide AF-assist illumination with the focus points shown in gray. with 17-135 mm AF lenses, however, autofocus is not available with the focus points shown in gray. 17-105 mm 106-135 mm • SB-800, SB-600 and SU...-800: With 24-105 mm AF lenses, active AF-assist illumination is not available with the following restrictions: • SB-900: Active AF-assist illumination is used for all focus points; With...
... SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SU-800 provide AF-assist illumination with the focus points shown in gray. with 17-135 mm AF lenses, however, autofocus is not available with the focus points shown in gray. 17-105 mm 106-135 mm • SB-800, SB-600 and SU...-800: With 24-105 mm AF lenses, active AF-assist illumination is not available with the following restrictions: • SB-900: Active AF-assist illumination is used for all focus points; With...