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En DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual Nikon Manual Viewer 2 Install the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app on your smartphone or tablet to view Nikon digital camera manuals, anytime, anywhere. Nikon Manual Viewer 2 can be downloaded free of charge from the App Store and Google Play.
En DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual Nikon Manual Viewer 2 Install the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app on your smartphone or tablet to view Nikon digital camera manuals, anytime, anywhere. Nikon Manual Viewer 2 can be downloaded free of charge from the App Store and Google Play.
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.... information that should be read before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in this manual assume that should be read before use the product. Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are used . D5500 Model Name: N1405 To get the most from ...your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all ...
.... information that should be read before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in this manual assume that should be read before use the product. Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are used . D5500 Model Name: N1405 To get the most from ...your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all ...
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Table of Contents For Your Safety xi Notices xv Wireless xx Introduction 1 Getting to Know the Camera 1 Camera Menus: An Overview 13 Using the Touch Screen 17 First Steps 27 "Point-and-Shoot" Modes (i and j) 38 Framing Photos in the Viewfinder 39 Viewing Photographs 42 Deleting Unwanted Pictures 43 Framing Photos in the Monitor 45 Viewing Photographs 48 Deleting Unwanted Pictures 49 Recording Movies 50 Viewing Movies 52 Deleting Unwanted Movies 53 i
Table of Contents For Your Safety xi Notices xv Wireless xx Introduction 1 Getting to Know the Camera 1 Camera Menus: An Overview 13 Using the Touch Screen 17 First Steps 27 "Point-and-Shoot" Modes (i and j) 38 Framing Photos in the Viewfinder 39 Viewing Photographs 42 Deleting Unwanted Pictures 43 Framing Photos in the Monitor 45 Viewing Photographs 48 Deleting Unwanted Pictures 49 Recording Movies 50 Viewing Movies 52 Deleting Unwanted Movies 53 i
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Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) 54 k Portrait 55 l Landscape 55 p Child 55 m Sports 56 n Close up 56 o Night Portrait 56 r Night Landscape 57 s Party/Indoor 57 t Beach/Snow 57 u Sunset 58 v Dusk/Dawn 58 w Pet Portrait 58 x Candlelight 59 y Blossom 59 z Autumn Colors 59 0 Food 60 Special Effects 61 % Night Vision 61 S Super Vivid 62 T Pop 62 U Photo Illustration 62 ' Toy Camera Effect 63 ( Miniature Effect 63 3 Selective Color 63 1 Silhouette 64 2 High Key 64 3 Low Key 64 Options Available in Live View 66 ii
Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) 54 k Portrait 55 l Landscape 55 p Child 55 m Sports 56 n Close up 56 o Night Portrait 56 r Night Landscape 57 s Party/Indoor 57 t Beach/Snow 57 u Sunset 58 v Dusk/Dawn 58 w Pet Portrait 58 x Candlelight 59 y Blossom 59 z Autumn Colors 59 0 Food 60 Special Effects 61 % Night Vision 61 S Super Vivid 62 T Pop 62 U Photo Illustration 62 ' Toy Camera Effect 63 ( Miniature Effect 63 3 Selective Color 63 1 Silhouette 64 2 High Key 64 3 Low Key 64 Options Available in Live View 66 ii
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... 71 Choosing a Release Mode 71 Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode 72 Quiet Shutter Release 74 Self-Timer Mode 75 Focus (Viewfinder Photography 78 Choosing How the Camera Focuses: Focus Mode 78 Choosing How the Focus Point Is Selected: AF-Area Mode 82 Focus Point Selection 85 Focus Lock 86 Manual Focus 88...
... 71 Choosing a Release Mode 71 Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode 72 Quiet Shutter Release 74 Self-Timer Mode 75 Focus (Viewfinder Photography 78 Choosing How the Camera Focuses: Focus Mode 78 Choosing How the Focus Point Is Selected: AF-Area Mode 82 Focus Point Selection 85 Focus Lock 86 Manual Focus 88...
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... (Android Only 228 SSID (Android and iOS 229 Selecting Pictures for Upload 231 Selecting Individual Pictures for Upload 231 Selecting Multiple Pictures for Upload 232 Camera Menus 233 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 233 Playback Menu Options 233 Playback Folder 234 Playback Display Options 234 Image Review 234 Auto Image Rotation...
... (Android Only 228 SSID (Android and iOS 229 Selecting Pictures for Upload 231 Selecting Individual Pictures for Upload 231 Selecting Multiple Pictures for Upload 232 Camera Menus 233 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 233 Playback Menu Options 233 Playback Folder 234 Playback Display Options 234 Image Review 234 Auto Image Rotation...
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A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 246 Custom Settings 247 Reset Custom Settings 248 a: Autofocus 248 a1: AF-C Priority Selection 248 a2: Number of Focus Points 249 a3: Built-in ...
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 246 Custom Settings 247 Reset Custom Settings 248 a: Autofocus 248 a1: AF-C Priority Selection 248 a2: Number of Focus Points 249 a3: Built-in ...
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B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 270 Setup Menu Options 270 Format Memory Card 272 Image Comment 273 Copyright Information 274 Time Zone and Date 275 Language 275 Beep Options ...
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 270 Setup Menu Options 270 Format Memory Card 272 Image Comment 273 Copyright Information 274 Time Zone and Date 275 Language 275 Beep Options ...
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... Compatible with the Creative Lighting System (CLS 323 Other Accessories 330 Approved Memory Cards 334 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 335 Caring for the Camera 337 Storage 337 Cleaning 337 Image Sensor Cleaning 338 ix
... Compatible with the Creative Lighting System (CLS 323 Other Accessories 330 Approved Memory Cards 334 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 335 Caring for the Camera 337 Storage 337 Cleaning 337 Image Sensor Cleaning 338 ix
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Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 343 Available Settings 348 Troubleshooting 350 Battery/Display 350 Shooting (All Modes 351 Shooting (P, S, A, M 354 Playback 355 Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks 357 Miscellaneous 357 Error Messages 358 Specifications 364 Lenses 377 Memory Card Capacity 391 Battery Life 392 Index 394 x
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 343 Available Settings 348 Troubleshooting 350 Battery/Display 350 Shooting (All Modes 351 Shooting (P, S, A, M 354 Playback 355 Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks 357 Miscellaneous 357 Error Messages 358 Specifications 364 Lenses 377 Memory Card Capacity 391 Battery Life 392 Index 394 x
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Should you notice smoke or an Sunlight focused into the camera unusual smell coming from failure to a Nikon- separately), unplug the AC adapter ADo not look at the...taken not to put your finger in your the presence of flammable gas, as eye accidentally. this Nikon product. ❚❚ WARNINGS AKeep the sun out of the frame ATurn off immediately in the ...equipment to observe the precautions listed in this equipment. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before...
Should you notice smoke or an Sunlight focused into the camera unusual smell coming from failure to a Nikon- separately), unplug the AC adapter ADo not look at the...taken not to put your finger in your the presence of flammable gas, as eye accidentally. this Nikon product. ❚❚ WARNINGS AKeep the sun out of the frame ATurn off immediately in the ...equipment to observe the precautions listed in this equipment. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before...
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The flash should be taken to avoid injury due to a Nikon-authorized service center impairment. accident, remove the battery and/or • Using the flash close contact with the skin for extended periods attached may result ... result in direct sunlight choking hazard. xii malfunction, the product should be AObserve caution when using the flash repaired only by a qualified • Using the camera with liquid crystal Should the monitor break, care should an infant or child be Failure to observe this equipment, could cause burns. consult a physician immediately.
The flash should be taken to avoid injury due to a Nikon-authorized service center impairment. accident, remove the battery and/or • Using the flash close contact with the skin for extended periods attached may result ... result in direct sunlight choking hazard. xii malfunction, the product should be AObserve caution when using the flash repaired only by a qualified • Using the camera with liquid crystal Should the monitor break, care should an infant or child be Failure to observe this equipment, could cause burns. consult a physician immediately.
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... this precaution using an AC adapter, be sure it is off and allow the battery to fire or battery. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before • Do not short the charger terminals. xiii electric shock. • Be sure the product is could result in injury or • Do...
... this precaution using an AC adapter, be sure it is off and allow the battery to fire or battery. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before • Do not short the charger terminals. xiii electric shock. • Be sure the product is could result in injury or • Do...
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... government is prohibited. minimum of necessary copies 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 use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to be punishable by law. •...
... government is prohibited. minimum of necessary copies 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 use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to be punishable by law. •...
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...PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. Deleted files can sometimes be taken to also replace any personal network information. Before discarding the camera or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use the Wi-...Fi > Network settings > Reset network settings (0 230) option in the camera setup menu to another person, you should be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercial deletion software, or format the device and...
...PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. Deleted files can sometimes be taken to also replace any personal network information. Before discarding the camera or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use the Wi-...Fi > Network settings > Reset network settings (0 230) option in the camera setup menu to another person, you should be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercial deletion software, or format the device and...
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...sites to keep up-to-date with this electronic circuitry. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that may be held ... occasions (such as at right could damage the camera and may void your area. For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer. D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with the latest product information, tips...
...sites to keep up-to-date with this electronic circuitry. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that may be held ... occasions (such as at right could damage the camera and may void your area. For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer. D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with the latest product information, tips...
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... a few moments to it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body 67 5 8 4 3 9 19 2 10 1 11 12 13 18 17 16 15 14 1 AF-assist illuminator 81, 250 11... dial 4 18 Infrared receiver for ML-L3 remote 8 Built-in flash 93 control (front 108 9 M/ Y button 93, 95, 131 19 Body cap 10 Eyelets for camera strap 27 Introduction 1
... a few moments to it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body 67 5 8 4 3 9 19 2 10 1 11 12 13 18 17 16 15 14 1 AF-assist illuminator 81, 250 11... dial 4 18 Infrared receiver for ML-L3 remote 8 Built-in flash 93 control (front 108 9 M/ Y button 93, 95, 131 19 Body cap 10 Eyelets for camera strap 27 Introduction 1
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P, S, A, and M Modes: • P-Programmed auto (0 115) • S-Shutter-priority auto (0 117) • A-Aperture-priority auto (0 118) • M-Manual (0 119) Scene Modes (0 54) Special Effects Modes (0 61) Auto Modes: • i Auto (0 38) • j Auto (flash off) (0 38) 4 Introduction The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes.
P, S, A, and M Modes: • P-Programmed auto (0 115) • S-Shutter-priority auto (0 117) • A-Aperture-priority auto (0 118) • M-Manual (0 119) Scene Modes (0 54) Special Effects Modes (0 61) Auto Modes: • i Auto (0 38) • j Auto (flash off) (0 38) 4 Introduction The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes.
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The monitor is normally used in live view with the camera held low. 180° High-angle shots: Tilt the monitor down to take shots in live view. Low-angle shots: Tilt the monitor up to take shots in this position. Self-portraits: Use for self-portraits in the final picture. 6 Introduction The monitor shows a mirror image of what will appear in live view with the camera held high. The Monitor The monitor can be angled and rotated as shown below. 180° 90° Normal use: Fold the monitor against the camera face out.
The monitor is normally used in live view with the camera held low. 180° High-angle shots: Tilt the monitor down to take shots in live view. Low-angle shots: Tilt the monitor up to take shots in this position. Self-portraits: Use for self-portraits in the final picture. 6 Introduction The monitor shows a mirror image of what will appear in live view with the camera held high. The Monitor The monitor can be angled and rotated as shown below. 180° 90° Normal use: Fold the monitor against the camera face out.
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D Using the Monitor Rotate the monitor gently within the limits shown. To protect the monitor when the camera is not in use force. Do not use , fold it back face down against the camera body. Introduction 7 Do not lift or carry the camera by the monitor. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the camera. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera or monitor.
D Using the Monitor Rotate the monitor gently within the limits shown. To protect the monitor when the camera is not in use force. Do not use , fold it back face down against the camera body. Introduction 7 Do not lift or carry the camera by the monitor. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the camera. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera or monitor.