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DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual (with Warranty) • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read "For Your Safety" (page x). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible En place for future reference.
DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual (with Warranty) • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read "For Your Safety" (page x). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible En place for future reference.
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... downloaded in pdf format or viewed online in countries or regions where required; https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Z 50 Model Name: N1912 ii Visit the Nikon Download Center to camera) EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion battery with your camera. shape depends on country of sale) AN-DC20 strap (0 9) Warranty (printed on the back cover of...
... downloaded in pdf format or viewed online in countries or regions where required; https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Z 50 Model Name: N1912 ii Visit the Nikon Download Center to camera) EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion battery with your camera. shape depends on country of sale) AN-DC20 strap (0 9) Warranty (printed on the back cover of...
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... when using this manual assume that default settings are shown in camera monitor and viewfinder during shooting is referred to as the "shooting display"; Nikon User Support Visit the site below to register your camera and keep up-to-date with the latest product information. https...://www.europe-nikon.com/support iii Menu items, options, and messages that appear in the camera displays are used : D This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera for technical assistance. Throughout this manual, smartphones and...
... when using this manual assume that default settings are shown in camera monitor and viewfinder during shooting is referred to as the "shooting display"; Nikon User Support Visit the site below to register your camera and keep up-to-date with the latest product information. https...://www.europe-nikon.com/support iii Menu items, options, and messages that appear in the camera displays are used : D This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera for technical assistance. Throughout this manual, smartphones and...
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Table of Contents Package Contents ii Menu List vi For Your Safety x Notices xiv Getting to Know the Camera 1 Parts of the Camera 1 Camera Body 1 The Monitor and Viewfinder 5 The G Button 7 First Steps 9 Attach the Camera Strap 9 Charge the Battery 10 The Battery Charger 10 Insert the Battery and a Memory Card 11 Attach a Lens 15 Turn the Camera On 17 Basic Photography and Playback 18 Taking Photographs (b Mode 18 Shooting Movies (b Mode 22 Basic Playback 24 Viewing Movies 24 Deleting Unwanted Pictures 26 iv
Table of Contents Package Contents ii Menu List vi For Your Safety x Notices xiv Getting to Know the Camera 1 Parts of the Camera 1 Camera Body 1 The Monitor and Viewfinder 5 The G Button 7 First Steps 9 Attach the Camera Strap 9 Charge the Battery 10 The Battery Charger 10 Insert the Battery and a Memory Card 11 Attach a Lens 15 Turn the Camera On 17 Basic Photography and Playback 18 Taking Photographs (b Mode 18 Shooting Movies (b Mode 22 Basic Playback 24 Viewing Movies 24 Deleting Unwanted Pictures 26 iv
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Technical Notes 27 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 27 Specifications 32 Approved Memory Cards 43 Battery Endurance 44 NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Lens 45 NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR Lens 47 Notices 50 Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN 51 Trademarks and Licenses 56 Warranty Terms - Nikon Europe Service Warranty 61 v
Technical Notes 27 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 27 Specifications 32 Approved Memory Cards 43 Battery Endurance 44 NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Lens 45 NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR Lens 47 Notices 50 Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN 51 Trademarks and Licenses 56 Warranty Terms - Nikon Europe Service Warranty 61 v
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Menu List The camera offers the following menus. PLAYBACK MENU Delete Playback folder Playback display options Image review After delete Rotate tall Slide show Rating PHOTO SHOOTING MENU Reset ...
Menu List The camera offers the following menus. PLAYBACK MENU Delete Playback folder Playback display options Image review After delete Rotate tall Slide show Rating PHOTO SHOOTING MENU Reset ...
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... expose them to extremely high or low temperatures. CAUTION • Do not leave the lens pointed at the operator of children. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is close to the frame could cause fire or damage to observe this product, seek immediate medical attention. • Do not entangle...
... expose them to extremely high or low temperatures. CAUTION • Do not leave the lens pointed at the operator of children. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is close to the frame could cause fire or damage to observe this product, seek immediate medical attention. • Do not entangle...
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... product could result in injury or product malfunction. Do not expose batteries to powerful physical shocks. - Do not step on vision. • Do not transport cameras or lenses with or in close proximity to observe the following precautions could result in fire or product malfunction. • Do not look directly at...
... product could result in injury or product malfunction. Do not expose batteries to powerful physical shocks. - Do not step on vision. • Do not transport cameras or lenses with or in close proximity to observe the following precautions could result in fire or product malfunction. • Do not look directly at...
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... with copyright notices Under copyright law, photographs The copying or reproduction of or recordings of copyrighted works stamps issued by the government made with the camera cannot be provided for business use , but note that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital... camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by Unless the prior permission of the public agencies and private groups, government has ...
... with copyright notices Under copyright law, photographs The copying or reproduction of or recordings of copyrighted works stamps issued by the government made with the camera cannot be provided for business use , but note that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital... camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by Unless the prior permission of the public agencies and private groups, government has ...
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... standards and include complex electronic circuitry. The use with this Nikon digital camera are designed to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry. The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could interfere with the latest product information, tips,...important occasions (such as at right could damage the camera and may void your area. D Life-Long Learning As part of the camera or result in your Nikon warranty. Additional information may result from the Nikon representative in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or...
... standards and include complex electronic circuitry. The use with this Nikon digital camera are designed to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry. The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could interfere with the latest product information, tips,...important occasions (such as at right could damage the camera and may void your area. D Life-Long Learning As part of the camera or result in your Nikon warranty. Additional information may result from the Nikon representative in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or...
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... 13 Focal plane mark (E) Getting to familiarize yourself with the names and functions of camera controls and displays. You may find it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body 4 5 2 3 6 7 8 1 1 9 13 12 11 10 1 Eyelet for camera strap 9 8 S button 2 Stereo microphone 23 9 Main command dial 3 Speaker 25 10 Photo/movie...
... 13 Focal plane mark (E) Getting to familiarize yourself with the names and functions of camera controls and displays. You may find it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body 4 5 2 3 6 7 8 1 1 9 13 12 11 10 1 Eyelet for camera strap 9 8 S button 2 Stereo microphone 23 9 Main command dial 3 Speaker 25 10 Photo/movie...
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The Camera Body (Continued) 1 2 3 4 8 9 5 10 11 76 12 1 AF-assist illuminator 20 6 Lens mounting mark 15 Red-eye reduction lamp 7 Image sensor Self-timer lamp 8 Connector for external 2 Built-in flash microphone 3 Flash pop-up control 9 USB connector 4 Cover for microphone connector 10 Charge lamp 5 Cover for USB and HDMI connectors 11 HDMI connector 12 Body cap 15 2 Getting to Know the Camera
The Camera Body (Continued) 1 2 3 4 8 9 5 10 11 76 12 1 AF-assist illuminator 20 6 Lens mounting mark 15 Red-eye reduction lamp 7 Image sensor Self-timer lamp 8 Connector for external 2 Built-in flash microphone 3 Flash pop-up control 9 USB connector 4 Cover for microphone connector 10 Charge lamp 5 Cover for USB and HDMI connectors 11 HDMI connector 12 Body cap 15 2 Getting to Know the Camera
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12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1 Monitor mode button 10 G button vi, 7 2 Viewfinder eyepiece 11 O button 26 3 Viewfinder 12 K button 24 4 Eye sensor 13 i button 5 Diopter adjustment control 14 DISP button 6 A (L) button 15 W button 25 7 J button 8 16 X button 25 8 Multi selector 8 17 Monitor 9 Memory card access lamp .......... 21 Getting to Know the Camera 3
12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1 Monitor mode button 10 G button vi, 7 2 Viewfinder eyepiece 11 O button 26 3 Viewfinder 12 K button 24 4 Eye sensor 13 i button 5 Diopter adjustment control 14 DISP button 6 A (L) button 15 W button 25 7 J button 8 16 X button 25 8 Multi selector 8 17 Monitor 9 Memory card access lamp .......... 21 Getting to Know the Camera 3
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The Camera Body (Continued) 6 7 1 2 8 3 4 9 5 10 11 1 Sub-command dial 7 Lens release button 16 2 Fn1 button 8 CPU contacts 3 Fn2 button 9 Tripod socket 4 Battery-chamber cover latch......11 10 Battery latch 11 5 Battery-chamber cover 11 11 Memory card slot 11 6 Lens mount 15 4 Getting to Know the Camera
The Camera Body (Continued) 6 7 1 2 8 3 4 9 5 10 11 1 Sub-command dial 7 Lens release button 16 2 Fn1 button 8 CPU contacts 3 Fn2 button 9 Tripod socket 4 Battery-chamber cover latch......11 10 Battery latch 11 5 Battery-chamber cover 11 11 Memory card slot 11 6 Lens mount 15 4 Getting to Know the Camera
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... exposures 13 14 Number of exposures remaining 13 15 ISO sensitivity 16 ISO sensitivity indicator Auto ISO sensitivity indicator 11 i icon Getting to Know the Camera 5 The Monitor and Viewfinder At default settings, the following indicators appear in the monitor and viewfinder in photo mode.
... exposures 13 14 Number of exposures remaining 13 15 ISO sensitivity 16 ISO sensitivity indicator Auto ISO sensitivity indicator 11 i icon Getting to Know the Camera 5 The Monitor and Viewfinder At default settings, the following indicators appear in the monitor and viewfinder in photo mode.
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Monitor Viewfinder 1 24 1 8 7 6 2 3 4 5 6 78 53 1 Recording indicator 22 Recording disabled 23 2 Frame size and rate/ image quality 3 Time remaining 22 4 File name 5 Release mode (still photography) 6 Sound level 7 Microphone sensitivity 8 Frequency response 6 Getting to Know the Camera 17 Aperture 22 Shutter type 18 Shutter speed 23 "Clock not set" indicator 19 Subject tracking 24 Optical VR indicator 20 Metering 25 Touch shooting 21 Battery indicator 13 26 AF-area brackets The following items appear in movie mode.
Monitor Viewfinder 1 24 1 8 7 6 2 3 4 5 6 78 53 1 Recording indicator 22 Recording disabled 23 2 Frame size and rate/ image quality 3 Time remaining 22 4 File name 5 Release mode (still photography) 6 Sound level 7 Microphone sensitivity 8 Frequency response 6 Getting to Know the Camera 17 Aperture 22 Shutter type 18 Shutter speed 23 "Clock not set" indicator 19 Subject tracking 24 Optical VR indicator 20 Metering 25 Touch shooting 21 Battery indicator 13 26 AF-area brackets The following items appear in movie mode.
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The G Button Press the G button to view the menus. 1 1 D: Playback menu vi 2 3 2 C: Photo shooting menu............vi 4 3 1: Movie shooting menu............vii 5 6 9 4 A: Custom Settings menu..........vii 7 5 B: Setup menu ix 8 6 N: Retouch menu ix 7 O/m: My Menu or recent settings (defaults to My Menu ix 8 d: Help icon 9 Current settings Getting to Know the Camera 7
The G Button Press the G button to view the menus. 1 1 D: Playback menu vi 2 3 2 C: Photo shooting menu............vi 4 3 1: Movie shooting menu............vii 5 6 9 4 A: Custom Settings menu..........vii 7 5 B: Setup menu ix 8 6 N: Retouch menu ix 7 O/m: My Menu or recent settings (defaults to My Menu ix 8 d: Help icon 9 Current settings Getting to Know the Camera 7
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Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. 3 Position the cursor in the selected menu. 8 Getting to Know the Camera Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. ❚❚ Using the Menus You can navigate the menus using the multi selector and J button. 1: Move cursor up J: Select highlighted item 4: Cancel and return to previous menu 2: Select highlighted item or display sub-menu 3: Move cursor down 1 Highlight the icon for the current menu. 2 Select a menu.
Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. 3 Position the cursor in the selected menu. 8 Getting to Know the Camera Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. ❚❚ Using the Menus You can navigate the menus using the multi selector and J button. 1: Move cursor up J: Select highlighted item 4: Cancel and return to previous menu 2: Select highlighted item or display sub-menu 3: Move cursor down 1 Highlight the icon for the current menu. 2 Select a menu.
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First Steps 9 First Steps Complete the steps in this chapter before taking pictures for the first time. Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. additional straps are available separately. Attach the Camera Strap A strap is supplied with the camera;
First Steps 9 First Steps Complete the steps in this chapter before taking pictures for the first time. Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. additional straps are available separately. Attach the Camera Strap A strap is supplied with the camera;
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Charge the Battery The battery can be supplied with adapter connected. D The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions in . The CHARGE lamp will fully charge in about 2 hours and 30 minutes. The Battery Charger Insert the battery and plug the charger in "For Your Safety" (0 x) and "Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions" (0 27). Battery charging (flashing) Charging complete (steady) 10 First Steps An exhausted battery will flash while the battery charges. In some countries or regions, charger may be charged using the supplied battery charger.
Charge the Battery The battery can be supplied with adapter connected. D The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions in . The CHARGE lamp will fully charge in about 2 hours and 30 minutes. The Battery Charger Insert the battery and plug the charger in "For Your Safety" (0 x) and "Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions" (0 27). Battery charging (flashing) Charging complete (steady) 10 First Steps An exhausted battery will flash while the battery charges. In some countries or regions, charger may be charged using the supplied battery charger.
