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... Settings The explanations in bold. Illustrations show the D800. See page 18 for both D800 and D800E digital cameras; Digitutor Digitutor, a series of "watch and learn" manuals in movie form, is for details. information that should be read by all instructions thoroughly and keep ... most from the following symbols and conventions are identical. information that should be read before use the product. This manual is available from your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. save where otherwise noted, operations are used . Symbols and Conventions To make...
... Settings The explanations in bold. Illustrations show the D800. See page 18 for both D800 and D800E digital cameras; Digitutor Digitutor, a series of "watch and learn" manuals in movie form, is for details. information that should be read by all instructions thoroughly and keep ... most from the following symbols and conventions are identical. information that should be read before use the product. This manual is available from your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. save where otherwise noted, operations are used . Symbols and Conventions To make...
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... 44 Live View Photography 45 Focusing in Live View 48 The Live View Display: Live View Photography 51 The Information Display: Live View Photography 54 Manual Focus 55 Movie Live View 59 Indices 63 The Live View Display: Movie Live View 64 The Information Display: Movie Live View 66 Image Area...
... 44 Live View Photography 45 Focusing in Live View 48 The Live View Display: Live View Photography 51 The Information Display: Live View Photography 54 Manual Focus 55 Movie Live View 59 Indices 63 The Live View Display: Movie Live View 64 The Information Display: Movie Live View 66 Image Area...
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... 101 Release Mode 103 Choosing a Release Mode 103 Power Source and Frame Rate 104 Self-Timer Mode 106 Mirror up Mode 108 ISO Sensitivity 109 Manual Adjustment 109 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control 111 Exposure 115 Metering 115 Exposure Mode 117 e: Programmed Auto 118 f: Shutter-Priority Auto 119 g: Aperture-Priority Auto 120...
... 101 Release Mode 103 Choosing a Release Mode 103 Power Source and Frame Rate 104 Self-Timer Mode 106 Mirror up Mode 108 ISO Sensitivity 109 Manual Adjustment 109 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control 111 Exposure 115 Metering 115 Exposure Mode 117 e: Programmed Auto 118 f: Shutter-Priority Auto 119 g: Aperture-Priority Auto 120...
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White Balance 145 White Balance Options 145 Fine-Tuning White Balance 148 Choosing a Color Temperature 152 Preset Manual 154 Image Enhancement 163 Picture Controls 163 Selecting a Picture Control 163 Modifying Existing Picture Controls 165 Creating Custom Picture Controls 169 Sharing Custom Picture Controls ...
White Balance 145 White Balance Options 145 Fine-Tuning White Balance 148 Choosing a Color Temperature 152 Preset Manual 154 Image Enhancement 163 Picture Controls 163 Selecting a Picture Control 163 Modifying Existing Picture Controls 165 Creating Custom Picture Controls 169 Sharing Custom Picture Controls ...
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...Side-by-Side Comparison 364 O My Menu/m Recent Settings 366 Technical Notes 371 Compatible Lenses 371 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 380 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 381 Other Accessories 387 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 391 Caring for the Camera 393 Storage 393 ...Cleaning 393 The Low-Pass Filter 394 "Clean Now 394 "Clean at Startup/Shutdown 396 Manual Cleaning 397 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 401 Defaults 405 Exposure Program 411 Troubleshooting 412 Error Messages 417 Specifications 423 ...
...Side-by-Side Comparison 364 O My Menu/m Recent Settings 366 Technical Notes 371 Compatible Lenses 371 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 380 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 381 Other Accessories 387 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 391 Caring for the Camera 393 Storage 393 ...Cleaning 393 The Low-Pass Filter 394 "Clean Now 394 "Clean at Startup/Shutdown 396 Manual Cleaning 397 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 401 Defaults 405 Exposure Program 411 Troubleshooting 412 Error Messages 417 Specifications 423 ...
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...purpose to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. • Do not damage, modify, or A CD-ROMs CD-ROMs containing software or manuals should be taken to avoid injury damage the product or cause due to broken glass and to -AC inverters. a dry cloth. damaged and ...use only precaution could result in fire or the cables provided or sold by electric shock. Failure to the • Keep dry. xv Nikon for inspection. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants, when the flash should be played back on audio CD equipment. Continued use ...
...purpose to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. • Do not damage, modify, or A CD-ROMs CD-ROMs containing software or manuals should be taken to avoid injury damage the product or cause due to broken glass and to -AC inverters. a dry cloth. damaged and ...use only precaution could result in fire or the cables provided or sold by electric shock. Failure to the • Keep dry. xv Nikon for inspection. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants, when the flash should be played back on audio CD equipment. Continued use ...
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... on the battery indicates that the information in these manuals at any time and without Nikon's prior written permission. • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection ... Notices • No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any errors...
... on the battery indicates that the information in these manuals at any time and without Nikon's prior written permission. • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection ... Notices • No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any errors...
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... image data. Notice Concerning Prohibition of copyrighted creative works such as passes and meal coupons. • Comply with images containing no private information (for preset manual (0 158). Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercially available software, potentially resulting in a foreign country is...
... image data. Notice Concerning Prohibition of copyrighted creative works such as passes and meal coupons. • Comply with images containing no private information (for preset manual (0 158). Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercially available software, potentially resulting in a foreign country is...
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... cards are sold separately. • BF-1B body cap (0 24, 389) • BS-1 accessory shoe cover (0 380) • BM-12 monitor X cover (0 14) • D800/D800E digital camera (0 2) • EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery with your camera. Shape of power cable depends on country of sale; 0 19) • UC-E14... USB cable (0 243, 248) • USB cable clip (0 243) • Strap (AN-DC6 for D800, AN-DC6E for D800E; 0 xxi) • Warranty • User's Manual (this guide) • Quick Guide • ViewNX 2 installer CD (0 239) 1
... cards are sold separately. • BF-1B body cap (0 24, 389) • BS-1 accessory shoe cover (0 380) • BM-12 monitor X cover (0 14) • D800/D800E digital camera (0 2) • EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery with your camera. Shape of power cable depends on country of sale; 0 19) • UC-E14... USB cable (0 243, 248) • USB cable clip (0 243) • Strap (AN-DC6 for D800, AN-DC6E for D800E; 0 xxi) • Warranty • User's Manual (this guide) • Quick Guide • ViewNX 2 installer CD (0 239) 1
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... familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to it as you read through the rest of the manual.
... familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to it as you read through the rest of the manual.
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... 32 Exposure compensation indicator 130 ISO sensitivity 109 Preset white balance recording indicator 156 ADL bracketing amount........142, 314 Time-lapse recording indicator 207, 210 Manual lens number 214 Capture mode indicator 246 7
... 32 Exposure compensation indicator 130 ISO sensitivity 109 Preset white balance recording indicator 156 ADL bracketing amount........142, 314 Time-lapse recording indicator 207, 210 Manual lens number 214 Capture mode indicator 246 7
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... 197 21 Copyright information indicator 334 22 Exposure and flash bracketing indicator 133 remains for over 1000 exposures 38 26 Number of exposures remaining 38 Manual lens number 214 Time-lapse recording indicator 207, 210 27 Fn button assignment 311 28 AE-L/AF-L button assignment......... 315 29 D button assignment 316 30...
... 197 21 Copyright information indicator 334 22 Exposure and flash bracketing indicator 133 remains for over 1000 exposures 38 26 Number of exposures remaining 38 Manual lens number 214 Time-lapse recording indicator 207, 210 27 Fn button assignment 311 28 AE-L/AF-L button assignment......... 315 29 D button assignment 316 30...
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...140 °F. Remove and reinsert the battery to cool before recharging. Wait for use immediately and take battery and charger to observe this manual. A marked drop in the correct range and then unplug the charger and remove and reinsert the battery. If the CHARGE lamp flickers...battery during charging, confirm that the temperature is in the time a fully charged battery retains its performance. Failure to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. Battery capacity may show a temporary decrease. Use the charger with the MH-25 only. D The Battery and Charger ...
...140 °F. Remove and reinsert the battery to cool before recharging. Wait for use immediately and take battery and charger to observe this manual. A marked drop in the correct range and then unplug the charger and remove and reinsert the battery. If the CHARGE lamp flickers...battery during charging, confirm that the temperature is in the time a fully charged battery retains its performance. Failure to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. Battery capacity may show a temporary decrease. Use the charger with the MH-25 only. D The Battery and Charger ...
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The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is removed. Focal length scale index Focal length scale Lens hood Lens cap s Mounting index CPU contacts (0 373) Rear lens cap Zoom ring Focus mode switch (0 25, 101) Vibration reduction ON/OFF switch Vibration reduction mode switch Focus ring (0 101) 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. 24 Attach a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is an AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR.
The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is removed. Focal length scale index Focal length scale Lens hood Lens cap s Mounting index CPU contacts (0 373) Rear lens cap Zoom ring Focus mode switch (0 25, 101) Vibration reduction ON/OFF switch Vibration reduction mode switch Focus ring (0 101) 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. 24 Attach a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is an AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR.
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... the lens. s If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M mode switch, select A (autofocus) or M/A (autofocus with the mounting index on the lens aligned with manual override). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. A Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is attached (0 79). Image area...
... the lens. s If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M mode switch, select A (autofocus) or M/A (autofocus with the mounting index on the lens aligned with manual override). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. A Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is attached (0 79). Image area...
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... button is pressed halfway. Focus-mode selector ❚❚ Choosing a Focus Mode The following autofocus modes are available in the monitor. For information on focusing manually, see page 55. Camera focuses AF-F continuously until the desired mode is pressed halfway. Focus locks when shutterrelease button is displayed in live view: Mode...
... button is pressed halfway. Focus-mode selector ❚❚ Choosing a Focus Mode The following autofocus modes are available in the monitor. For information on focusing manually, see page 55. Camera focuses AF-F continuously until the desired mode is pressed halfway. Focus locks when shutterrelease button is displayed in live view: Mode...
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... W button pressed, rotate the main command dial to adjust Picture Control settings (0 163). Adjusting Monitor Hue If flash lighting is used with Flash or Preset manual white balance (0 145), the colors in the monitor may differ from that seen in the final image). Monitor hue is reset when the camera is...
... W button pressed, rotate the main command dial to adjust Picture Control settings (0 163). Adjusting Monitor Hue If flash lighting is used with Flash or Preset manual white balance (0 145), the colors in the monitor may differ from that seen in the final image). Monitor hue is reset when the camera is...
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... will appear in a gray frame at the bottom right corner of the frame not visible in the X button x monitor (available only if wide- Manual Focus To focus in manual focus mode (0 101), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is not used only in exposure modes g and h (0 117); While the view...
... will appear in a gray frame at the bottom right corner of the frame not visible in the X button x monitor (available only if wide- Manual Focus To focus in manual focus mode (0 101), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is not used only in exposure modes g and h (0 117); While the view...
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.... Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button; 0 324) controls whether the shutter-release button can be used to start movie live view or to be adjusted manually as described on the front of -field preview, and A AE-L/AF-L buttons can be chosen using exposure compensation (0 130). 6 Start recording. A See Also Frame size...
.... Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button; 0 324) controls whether the shutter-release button can be used to start movie live view or to be adjusted manually as described on the front of -field preview, and A AE-L/AF-L buttons can be chosen using exposure compensation (0 130). 6 Start recording. A See Also Frame size...
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... no time remains. Choose Auto sensitivity to adjust sensitivity automatically, Microphone off to turn sound recording off or adjust microphone sensitivity. to select microphone sensitivity manually, select Manual sensitivity, then highlight an option and press J. • Destination: Choose the slot to which movies are recorded to the card in or optional ME...
... no time remains. Choose Auto sensitivity to adjust sensitivity automatically, Microphone off to turn sound recording off or adjust microphone sensitivity. to select microphone sensitivity manually, select Manual sensitivity, then highlight an option and press J. • Destination: Choose the slot to which movies are recorded to the card in or optional ME...