Instruction Manual
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Introduction •Thank you for purchasing the Nikon F80/F80D/F80S-a camera that is sure to change with the Sub-Command Dial (in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode) and aperture with the Main-Command Dial (in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode) (page 74). file:///D|/CAMEDRAisRtrEiPbAuIRt/eNdikobnyF8W0/FW80W.ht.mL(E4 oNf 7S8I)N[3/C19./N20E04T11:39:24 PM] Nikon Shutter speed can be set to make photography a bigger part of your life.
Introduction •Thank you for purchasing the Nikon F80/F80D/F80S-a camera that is sure to change with the Sub-Command Dial (in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode) and aperture with the Main-Command Dial (in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode) (page 74). file:///D|/CAMEDRAisRtrEiPbAuIRt/eNdikobnyF8W0/FW80W.ht.mL(E4 oNf 7S8I)N[3/C19./N20E04T11:39:24 PM] Nikon Shutter speed can be set to make photography a bigger part of your life.
Instruction Manual
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...and nonconforming accessories could damage the F80/F80D/F80S's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the F80/F80D/F80S's performance when it . Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly Nikon recommends that you have your F80/F80D/F80S camera, and be sure to read this manual handy. Accessories made by an ... even for use with basic shooting, refer to the detailed explanation of the F80/F80D/F80S: • SLR camera with other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for SLR camera beginners to take pictures. "Detailed Operation" explains each operation/function and start using...
...and nonconforming accessories could damage the F80/F80D/F80S's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the F80/F80D/F80S's performance when it . Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly Nikon recommends that you have your F80/F80D/F80S camera, and be sure to read this manual handy. Accessories made by an ... even for use with basic shooting, refer to the detailed explanation of the F80/F80D/F80S: • SLR camera with other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for SLR camera beginners to take pictures. "Detailed Operation" explains each operation/function and start using...
Instruction Manual
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...You set desired shutter speed, and the Auto P. 52 camera selects the correct aperture. Each exposure mode provides a choice of exposure modes Symbol Exposure mode Shooting characteristics P Programmed Camera controls shutter speed and Auto P. 50 aperture automatically-allowing ... slower speed. Four exposure modes-the F80/F80D/F80S features Programmed Auto, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual exposure modes. file:///D|/CAMEDRAisRtrEiPbAuIRt/eNdikobnyF8W0/FW80W.ht.mL(E16NofS7I8N) [3C/1.9N/2E00T4 11:39:24 PM] Nikon • Matrix Metering indication ED appears...
...You set desired shutter speed, and the Auto P. 52 camera selects the correct aperture. Each exposure mode provides a choice of exposure modes Symbol Exposure mode Shooting characteristics P Programmed Camera controls shutter speed and Auto P. 50 aperture automatically-allowing ... slower speed. Four exposure modes-the F80/F80D/F80S features Programmed Auto, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual exposure modes. file:///D|/CAMEDRAisRtrEiPbAuIRt/eNdikobnyF8W0/FW80W.ht.mL(E16NofS7I8N) [3C/1.9N/2E00T4 11:39:24 PM] Nikon • Matrix Metering indication ED appears...
Instruction Manual
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...of exposure than that cannot be attached to the F80/F80D/F80S The following Nikkor lenses/accessories cannot be attached to the F80/F80D/F80S (otherwise camera body or lens may not be set /confirm aperture using non-CPU lenses, f- - Nikon Light from the subject passes through the lens and...the Sub-Command Dial when using the lens aperture ring. D-type AF lenses give you access to Manual with this camera. CAUTION: Nikkor lenses/accessories that afforded by the F80/F80D/F80S's four exposure modes: Programmed Auto (page 50), Shutter-Priority Auto (page 52), Aperture-Priority Auto ...
...of exposure than that cannot be attached to the F80/F80D/F80S The following Nikkor lenses/accessories cannot be attached to the F80/F80D/F80S (otherwise camera body or lens may not be set /confirm aperture using non-CPU lenses, f- - Nikon Light from the subject passes through the lens and...the Sub-Command Dial when using the lens aperture ring. D-type AF lenses give you access to Manual with this camera. CAUTION: Nikkor lenses/accessories that afforded by the F80/F80D/F80S's four exposure modes: Programmed Auto (page 50), Shutter-Priority Auto (page 52), Aperture-Priority Auto ...
Instruction Manual
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...-Sensor Standard TTL Flash Standard TTL Flash can be performed with a combination of the F80/F80D/F80S camera and D-type Nikkor lens. Accessory Shoe/Ready-Light Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash Multi-.... Furthermore, it integrates Distance Information from the lens with other than Manual and metering system to Manual exposure mode or Spot metering. Standard TTL Flash is useful when you... that flash output and ambient light are detected by the F80/F80D/F80S's five-segment TTL Multi Sensor, then analysed for brightness and contrast. Nikon " Only with built-in Standard TTL Flash. •...
...-Sensor Standard TTL Flash Standard TTL Flash can be performed with a combination of the F80/F80D/F80S camera and D-type Nikkor lens. Accessory Shoe/Ready-Light Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash Multi-.... Furthermore, it integrates Distance Information from the lens with other than Manual and metering system to Manual exposure mode or Spot metering. Standard TTL Flash is useful when you... that flash output and ambient light are detected by the F80/F80D/F80S's five-segment TTL Multi Sensor, then analysed for brightness and contrast. Nikon " Only with built-in Standard TTL Flash. •...
Instruction Manual
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...SB-27. Lenses • A wide variety of 36 (SB-28) and 30 (SB-27) (manual flash, 35mm zoom-head position, ISO 100, m, 20°C). With the F80/F80D/F80S, the filtre factor need eyepiece correction over -1.8 to 600mm wideangle, telephoto, zoom. In this case, ... supplied with the SB-28/SB-27. Cable release AR-3 . Nikon Eyepiece correction lenses • Eyepiece correction lenses enable near- Also, a variety of the F80/ F80D/F80S, camera shake can be considered except for the F80/F80D/F80S. We recommend that when special filtres available from one person to protect...
...SB-27. Lenses • A wide variety of 36 (SB-28) and 30 (SB-27) (manual flash, 35mm zoom-head position, ISO 100, m, 20°C). With the F80/F80D/F80S, the filtre factor need eyepiece correction over -1.8 to 600mm wideangle, telephoto, zoom. In this case, ... supplied with the SB-28/SB-27. Cable release AR-3 . Nikon Eyepiece correction lenses • Eyepiece correction lenses enable near- Also, a variety of the F80/ F80D/F80S, camera shake can be considered except for the F80/F80D/F80S. We recommend that when special filtres available from one person to protect...
User Manual
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... shutter speed in Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode* P. 52 • Setting shutter speed in Manual exposure mode* P. 56 • Setting aperture in Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode* P. 54 • Setting aperture in Manual exposure mode* P. 56 • Performing exposure compensation P. 60 6 • Setting/cancelling Auto... with other buttons to change with the Sub-Command Dial (in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode) and aperture with the Main-Command Dial (in combination with F80/F80D/F80S's basic mode. Command Dials • The F80/F80D/F80S's Main-
... shutter speed in Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode* P. 52 • Setting shutter speed in Manual exposure mode* P. 56 • Setting aperture in Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode* P. 54 • Setting aperture in Manual exposure mode* P. 56 • Performing exposure compensation P. 60 6 • Setting/cancelling Auto... with other buttons to change with the Sub-Command Dial (in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode) and aperture with the Main-Command Dial (in combination with F80/F80D/F80S's basic mode. Command Dials • The F80/F80D/F80S's Main-
User Manual
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Main features of the F80/F80D/F80S: • SLR camera with built-in Speedlight makes taking pictures easy and enjoyable, even for the most inexperienced beginner. • The Dynamic AF, .... • Using your F80/F80D/F80S camera, and be sure to read this manual handy. Get to know your camera correctly The Nikon F80/F80D/F80S's performance has been optimised for use with other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage the F80/F80D/F80S's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the F80/F80D/F80S's performance when it . ...
Main features of the F80/F80D/F80S: • SLR camera with built-in Speedlight makes taking pictures easy and enjoyable, even for the most inexperienced beginner. • The Dynamic AF, .... • Using your F80/F80D/F80S camera, and be sure to read this manual handy. Get to know your camera correctly The Nikon F80/F80D/F80S's performance has been optimised for use with other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage the F80/F80D/F80S's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the F80/F80D/F80S's performance when it . ...
User Manual
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...Film Plane Indicator 67 Self-Timer Operation 68 CUSTOM SETTING 69-76 Menu/Features of each operation/function and start using the F80/F80D/F80S's built-in Speedlight or an optional Speedlight in darkness and flash-shooting situations in the "Basic Operation" section. Set ...8. PREPARATION 2-13 Nomenclature 2-3 LCD Panel/Viewfinder Display 4-5 Command Dials 6-7 Introduction ...8-9 About This Manual 12-13 BASIC OPERATION 15-31 1. Set Focus Mode, AF Area Mode and Focus Area 22-23 5. Confirm Indications in basic steps easy enough even for SLR camera beginners to take pictures.
...Film Plane Indicator 67 Self-Timer Operation 68 CUSTOM SETTING 69-76 Menu/Features of each operation/function and start using the F80/F80D/F80S's built-in Speedlight or an optional Speedlight in darkness and flash-shooting situations in the "Basic Operation" section. Set ...8. PREPARATION 2-13 Nomenclature 2-3 LCD Panel/Viewfinder Display 4-5 Command Dials 6-7 Introduction ...8-9 About This Manual 12-13 BASIC OPERATION 15-31 1. Set Focus Mode, AF Area Mode and Focus Area 22-23 5. Confirm Indications in basic steps easy enough even for SLR camera beginners to take pictures.
User Manual
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... (page 42). See page 46 for details regarding focus mode, AF Area mode and focus area. F80 F80D F80S • When the focus area is indicated in red when the subject is dark can be cancelled or... (page 73). 4.2 Set the AF Area mode selector to S or C. F80 F80D F80S • Set the AF Area mode selector firmly. 22 F80 F80D F80S • Pressing the focus area selector up/down/right/left shifts the focus ... the focus mode selector to rotate the lens focus ring manually while the focus mode is out of focus. Check points Do not attempt to S (Single Servo AF).
... (page 42). See page 46 for details regarding focus mode, AF Area mode and focus area. F80 F80D F80S • When the focus area is indicated in red when the subject is dark can be cancelled or... (page 73). 4.2 Set the AF Area mode selector to S or C. F80 F80D F80S • Set the AF Area mode selector firmly. 22 F80 F80D F80S • Pressing the focus area selector up/down/right/left shifts the focus ... the focus mode selector to rotate the lens focus ring manually while the focus mode is out of focus. Check points Do not attempt to S (Single Servo AF).
User Manual
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...F80/F80D/F80S features Matrix, CentreWeighted and Spot Metering (page 48). You set desired shutter speed, and the ™ Shutter-Priority Auto P. 52 camera selects the correct aperture. Also, use Manual exposure mode when using a non-CPU Nikkor lens. (Camera's exposure meter cannot be blurred. ¢ Manual... modes. Each exposure mode provides a choice of a D- Four exposure modes-the F80/F80D/F80S features Auto-Multi Progam, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual exposure modes. In addition, other settings, such as subject distance (Distance Information) ...
...F80/F80D/F80S features Matrix, CentreWeighted and Spot Metering (page 48). You set desired shutter speed, and the ™ Shutter-Priority Auto P. 52 camera selects the correct aperture. Also, use Manual exposure mode when using a non-CPU Nikkor lens. (Camera's exposure meter cannot be blurred. ¢ Manual... modes. Each exposure mode provides a choice of a D- Four exposure modes-the F80/F80D/F80S features Auto-Multi Progam, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual exposure modes. In addition, other settings, such as subject distance (Distance Information) ...
User Manual
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...obtained. When a highly reflective or very low reflective object is detected by the F80/F80D/F80S's four exposure modes: Auto-Multi Progam (page 50), Shutter-Priority Auto (page 52), Aperture-Priority Auto (page 54) and Manual (page 56) exposure modes. C O L U M N 32 DETAILED ...33 With Centre-Weighted Metering, most of shutter speed and aperture appropriate for taking pictures. or G-type Nikkor lenses, the F80/F80D/ F80S camera performs 3D Matrix Metering by Auto exposure modes. In general, brightness inside the viewfinder is concentrated in the viewfinder. Shutter ...
...obtained. When a highly reflective or very low reflective object is detected by the F80/F80D/F80S's four exposure modes: Auto-Multi Progam (page 50), Shutter-Priority Auto (page 52), Aperture-Priority Auto (page 54) and Manual (page 56) exposure modes. C O L U M N 32 DETAILED ...33 With Centre-Weighted Metering, most of shutter speed and aperture appropriate for taking pictures. or G-type Nikkor lenses, the F80/F80D/ F80S camera performs 3D Matrix Metering by Auto exposure modes. In general, brightness inside the viewfinder is concentrated in the viewfinder. Shutter ...
User Manual
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... f/2.8, 200mm f/3.5 and TC-16 Teleconverter for F3AF • PC 28mm f/4 (No. 180900 or smaller) • PC 35mm f/2.8 (No. 851001-906200) • Old type PC 35mm f/3.5 • Old type Reflex 1000mm f/6.3 • Reflex 1000mm f/11 (No. 142361-143000) • Reflex 2000mm f/...AF Nikkor for the lens to Manual with this camera. appears in the LCD panel and viewfinder; R*8 R R R AI-S or AI type Nikkor, Series-E, AI-modified Nikkor - R*7 R - R - R*7 R - See page 18. R R - aperture should be set to the F80/F80D/F80S (otherwise camera body or lens may be ...
... f/2.8, 200mm f/3.5 and TC-16 Teleconverter for F3AF • PC 28mm f/4 (No. 180900 or smaller) • PC 35mm f/2.8 (No. 851001-906200) • Old type PC 35mm f/3.5 • Old type Reflex 1000mm f/6.3 • Reflex 1000mm f/11 (No. 142361-143000) • Reflex 2000mm f/...AF Nikkor for the lens to Manual with this camera. appears in the LCD panel and viewfinder; R*8 R R R AI-S or AI type Nikkor, Series-E, AI-modified Nikkor - R*7 R - R - R*7 R - See page 18. R R - aperture should be set to the F80/F80D/F80S (otherwise camera body or lens may be ...
User Manual
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...be performed unless the camera's shutter can be released (i.e. when subject cannot be brought into focus with autofocus in Single Servo AF). • To shoot in an exposure mode other than Manual, cover the eyepiece with the supplied eyepiece cap DK-5 (page 3) or with the F80/F80D/F80S. 69 c 16... advance mode selector to a position other than V. • When buLb is selected in Manual exposure mode, shutter speed is controlled to approx. 1/8-1/15 sec. Use a tripod or place the camera on a stable surface before pressing the shutter release button to prevent interference and achieve correct ...
...be performed unless the camera's shutter can be released (i.e. when subject cannot be brought into focus with autofocus in Single Servo AF). • To shoot in an exposure mode other than Manual, cover the eyepiece with the supplied eyepiece cap DK-5 (page 3) or with the F80/F80D/F80S. 69 c 16... advance mode selector to a position other than V. • When buLb is selected in Manual exposure mode, shutter speed is controlled to approx. 1/8-1/15 sec. Use a tripod or place the camera on a stable surface before pressing the shutter release button to prevent interference and achieve correct ...
User Manual
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... Grid Lines (page 5) are not displayed in the order of the initial setting (page 62). However, the camera can be displayed. 71 Custom Setting However, this instruction manual. 1. Automatic film rewind at the end of this Bracketing order can be changed to be performed from negative compensation... and select a menu number by rotating the MainCommand Dial. • 19 menus (1 to 19) are available with the F80S and 18 menus (1 to 18) are available with the F80/F80D. 2 Select the desired option number by rotating the SubCommand Dial. • When the desired option number is set to ...
... Grid Lines (page 5) are not displayed in the order of the initial setting (page 62). However, the camera can be displayed. 71 Custom Setting However, this instruction manual. 1. Automatic film rewind at the end of this Bracketing order can be changed to be performed from negative compensation... and select a menu number by rotating the MainCommand Dial. • 19 menus (1 to 19) are available with the F80S and 18 menus (1 to 18) are available with the F80/F80D. 2 Select the desired option number by rotating the SubCommand Dial. • When the desired option number is set to ...
User Manual
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... (with a combination of imperceptible pre-flashes that , even though the main subject is activated, the built-in Speedlight will fire a series of the F80/F80D/F80S camera and D- SB-80DX, SB-50DX, SB-30, SB-29s/29, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-23 or SB-22s can be attached directly...-Curtain Sync, Red-Eye Reduction and Red-Eye Reduction with a guide number of the F80/F80D/F80S camera and CPU Nikkor lens other than D/G-type. • Set the camera's exposure mode to any mode other than Manual and metering system to other than Spot when using built-in Speedlight. 78 Ready-Light/Accessory...
... (with a combination of imperceptible pre-flashes that , even though the main subject is activated, the built-in Speedlight will fire a series of the F80/F80D/F80S camera and D- SB-80DX, SB-50DX, SB-30, SB-29s/29, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-23 or SB-22s can be attached directly...-Curtain Sync, Red-Eye Reduction and Red-Eye Reduction with a guide number of the F80/F80D/F80S camera and CPU Nikkor lens other than D/G-type. • Set the camera's exposure mode to any mode other than Manual and metering system to other than Spot when using built-in Speedlight. 78 Ready-Light/Accessory...
User Manual
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...imprint is selected, film advance speed may slow down even when the film advance mode is set to continuous shooting. Due to set manually (page 75). * Custom Setting Menu 19 can imprint shutter speed, aperture and selected exposure compensation values between film frames (in the... at lower temperatures. • Liquid crystal illumination is used in the viewfinder and set on the camera. 94 MISCELLANEOUS The Nikon F80/F80D/F80S is imprinted as doing so will add to your camera to deliver superior pictures. Also, Bracketing value is not added to the imprinted compensation value. •...
...imprint is selected, film advance speed may slow down even when the film advance mode is set to continuous shooting. Due to set manually (page 75). * Custom Setting Menu 19 can imprint shutter speed, aperture and selected exposure compensation values between film frames (in the... at lower temperatures. • Liquid crystal illumination is used in the viewfinder and set on the camera. 94 MISCELLANEOUS The Nikon F80/F80D/F80S is imprinted as doing so will add to your camera to deliver superior pictures. Also, Bracketing value is not added to the imprinted compensation value. •...
User Manual
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...Nikon dealer or service centre. • When using the R60. Nine optional eyepiece correction lenses provide viewfinder dioptre settings of 36 (SB-28) and 30 (SB-27) (manual flash, 35mm zoom-head position, ISO 100, m, 20°C). Note that can be used . In this camera. Also, a variety of AF lenses - 14mm to the F80/F80D/F80S..., can be attached easily by selecting Manual exposure mode or Spot metering. ...
...Nikon dealer or service centre. • When using the R60. Nine optional eyepiece correction lenses provide viewfinder dioptre settings of 36 (SB-28) and 30 (SB-27) (manual flash, 35mm zoom-head position, ISO 100, m, 20°C). Note that can be used . In this camera. Also, a variety of AF lenses - 14mm to the F80/F80D/F80S..., can be attached easily by selecting Manual exposure mode or Spot metering. ...
User Manual
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... f- The electronic analog exposure display remains blinking when the Speedlight is not • Focus manually. 47 possible. or faster shutter speed, or select M mode to 1/125 sec.) fi...When ·1 is set to static electricity or poorly loaded batteries, the F80/F80D/F80S's microcomputer may turn the camera off , then turn the power off , even with fresh, properly ...buttons „. If the warning indication remains, or this warning appears frequently, contact authorised Nikon dealer or service centre. number). (If the warning indication remains after 79, 83 confirming...
... f- The electronic analog exposure display remains blinking when the Speedlight is not • Focus manually. 47 possible. or faster shutter speed, or select M mode to 1/125 sec.) fi...When ·1 is set to static electricity or poorly loaded batteries, the F80/F80D/F80S's microcomputer may turn the camera off , then turn the power off , even with fresh, properly ...buttons „. If the warning indication remains, or this warning appears frequently, contact authorised Nikon dealer or service centre. number). (If the warning indication remains after 79, 83 confirming...
User Manual
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...106 Film advance Film rewind Multiple exposure LCD panel information (illuminator built-in) Date/time imprint function (F80D/F80S only) Shooting data imprint function (F80S only) Camera back Power source Power switch Exposure meter Battery power confirmation • Automatic advance with built-in motor; ...ı, ˜ selectable • Film advance speed (with Manual focus, Manual exposure mode, shutter speed 1/125 sec....
...106 Film advance Film rewind Multiple exposure LCD panel information (illuminator built-in) Date/time imprint function (F80D/F80S only) Shooting data imprint function (F80S only) Camera back Power source Power switch Exposure meter Battery power confirmation • Automatic advance with built-in motor; ...ı, ˜ selectable • Film advance speed (with Manual focus, Manual exposure mode, shutter speed 1/125 sec....