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... Small Picture 92 Image Overlay 94 Technical Notes 96 Optional Accessories 96 Lenses ...97 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 99 Other Accessories 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Caring for the Camera 104 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 106 Troubleshooting 108 Camera Error Messages and Displays 111 Appendix 113 Specifications 119 Index 123 vi...
... Small Picture 92 Image Overlay 94 Technical Notes 96 Optional Accessories 96 Lenses ...97 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 99 Other Accessories 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Caring for the Camera 104 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 106 Troubleshooting 108 Camera Error Messages and Displays 111 Appendix 113 Specifications 119 Index 123 vi...
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...exposures remaining 29, 116 Battery level 15 Exposure 39 Self timer, remote control 33 Optional flash units 99 Lenses 97 Accessories for the D40 96 Approved memory cards 102 Accessories for my camera? Who can I keep the monitor from turning off? Viewfinder focus How do I take with the viewfinder... this warning mean and how does it work? How much charge does the battery have left? What lenses can I display the menus in the menus? How do I set the clock for my camera? What do I do I view all the items in a different language? Stand-by mode How ...
...exposures remaining 29, 116 Battery level 15 Exposure 39 Self timer, remote control 33 Optional flash units 99 Lenses 97 Accessories for the D40 96 Approved memory cards 102 Accessories for my camera? Who can I keep the monitor from turning off? Viewfinder focus How do I take with the viewfinder... this warning mean and how does it work? How much charge does the battery have left? What lenses can I display the menus in the menus? How do I set the clock for my camera? What do I do I view all the items in a different language? Stand-by mode How ...
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... icon marks notes, information that should be adjusted using the camera. Focal length scale 4. Rear cover: 8 7. Lens cap Introduction 1 Read this manual for your Nikon digital camera. Introduction Thank you enjoy taking pictures with your purchase of a Nikon D40 single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. This icon indicates that can be helpful when using...
... icon marks notes, information that should be adjusted using the camera. Focal length scale 4. Rear cover: 8 7. Lens cap Introduction 1 Read this manual for your Nikon digital camera. Introduction Thank you enjoy taking pictures with your purchase of a Nikon D40 single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. This icon indicates that can be helpful when using...
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... index on the lens aligned with the mounting index on the camera body, position the lens in the camera's bayonet mount and rotate the lens in the direction shown until it clicks into place. Detaching Lenses Be sure the camera is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M switch, select A (...with manual priority). Aperture Ring If the lens is supported with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Remove the rear lens cap from entering the camera when exchanging lenses. 1 Turn the camera off when removing or exchanging lenses. See the lens manual for details. 8 Introduction: First Steps To remove the lens...
... index on the lens aligned with the mounting index on the camera body, position the lens in the camera's bayonet mount and rotate the lens in the direction shown until it clicks into place. Detaching Lenses Be sure the camera is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M switch, select A (...with manual priority). Aperture Ring If the lens is supported with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Remove the rear lens cap from entering the camera when exchanging lenses. 1 Turn the camera off when removing or exchanging lenses. See the lens manual for details. 8 Introduction: First Steps To remove the lens...
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Manual Focus Controls used to confirm whether the portion of the subject in the selected focus area is 46.5mm (1.83 in focus. With lenses that offers A-M selection, select M when focusing manually. After positioning the subject in the active focus area, press the shutter-release button ...until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in -focus indicator (z) is not in .). 28 Reference: More on the camera body. See the documentation provided with the lens set to adjust focus manually or when using a lens that support M/A (autofocus with manual priority),...
Manual Focus Controls used to confirm whether the portion of the subject in the selected focus area is 46.5mm (1.83 in focus. With lenses that offers A-M selection, select M when focusing manually. After positioning the subject in the active focus area, press the shutter-release button ...until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in -focus indicator (z) is not in .). 28 Reference: More on the camera body. See the documentation provided with the lens set to adjust focus manually or when using a lens that support M/A (autofocus with manual priority),...
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... shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of light behind moving subjects. The flash can not be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses. Lenses that block the subject's view of the AF-assist lamp may be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. If the flash fires... release may interfere with focal lengths of 18- 200mm ( 97-98). See "Flash Compensation" for several consecutive shots. The Built-in Flash Use with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18-300mm or non-CPU...
... shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of light behind moving subjects. The flash can not be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses. Lenses that block the subject's view of the AF-assist lamp may be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. If the flash fires... release may interfere with focal lengths of 18- 200mm ( 97-98). See "Flash Compensation" for several consecutive shots. The Built-in Flash Use with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18-300mm or non-CPU...
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...Ring When using the lens aperture ring (in other modes, the shutter-release will be disabled). The camera exposure meter and a variety of field. Type G lenses are not equipped with an aperture ring, lock the aperture ring at the minimum aperture (highest f/-number... Modes P, S, A, and M modes offer control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode P Programmed auto ( 40) S Shutter-priority auto ( 41) A Aperture-priority auto ( 42) M Manual ( 43) Description Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Use to freeze or blur motion and control depth of other ...
...Ring When using the lens aperture ring (in other modes, the shutter-release will be disabled). The camera exposure meter and a variety of field. Type G lenses are not equipped with an aperture ring, lock the aperture ring at the minimum aperture (highest f/-number... Modes P, S, A, and M modes offer control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode P Programmed auto ( 40) S Shutter-priority auto ( 41) A Aperture-priority auto ( 42) M Manual ( 43) Description Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Use to freeze or blur motion and control depth of other ...
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...aperture ring. The following options are not equipped with CPU lenses only. Camera meters a wide area of the frame and instantly sets exposure according to distribution of CPU contacts, type G and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel. Camera meters exposure in active focus area only (if Closest ...subject is selected for results that subject will meter center focus area). Type G lenses are available when the mode dial is rotated to...
...aperture ring. The following options are not equipped with CPU lenses only. Camera meters a wide area of the frame and instantly sets exposure according to distribution of CPU contacts, type G and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel. Camera meters exposure in active focus area only (if Closest ...subject is selected for results that subject will meter center focus area). Type G lenses are available when the mode dial is rotated to...
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A grid pattern is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to reduce the effects of the way down to infinity; See the Capture NX manual for photographs taken with CPU lenses only. Image Dust Off Dust off ref photo is used for more information, see the Capture NX manual...). 1 Highlight On and press OK. If using computer imaging software. Menu Guide/Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu 87 Dust off when ...
A grid pattern is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to reduce the effects of the way down to infinity; See the Capture NX manual for photographs taken with CPU lenses only. Image Dust Off Dust off ref photo is used for more information, see the Capture NX manual...). 1 Highlight On and press OK. If using computer imaging software. Menu Guide/Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu 87 Dust off when ...
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... Accessories One advantage of digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of the D40. See our web sites or product catalogs for up-to operate within its operational and safety requirements. Flash units (Speedlights) ML-L3 remote control Viewfinder accessories Lenses Batteries Software Filters AC adapters AC adapter connectors Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Only...
... Accessories One advantage of digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of the D40. See our web sites or product catalogs for up-to operate within its operational and safety requirements. Flash units (Speedlights) ML-L3 remote control Viewfinder accessories Lenses Batteries Software Filters AC adapters AC adapter connectors Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Only...
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...8D II IF, 400mm f/2.8D IF, 500mm f/4D 7. With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 4. Vibration reduction is f/5.6 or faster. other CPU lenses (including AF lenses not equipped with electronic range finder) MF Digital Vari Program, P, S, A M , , 1 AF-S, AF-I Nikkor 9 9 9 9 99 PC-Micro Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D2 - 93 9 ...99 Other AF Nikkor (except lenses for use with the D40. II IF*, 500mm f/4D IF*, 600mm f/4D II IF*, 600mm f/4D IF* Type G and D Lenses Type G and D AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses ( 45) are equipped with an autofocus motor. Camera exposure metering and flash control ...
...8D II IF, 400mm f/2.8D IF, 500mm f/4D 7. With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 4. Vibration reduction is f/5.6 or faster. other CPU lenses (including AF lenses not equipped with electronic range finder) MF Digital Vari Program, P, S, A M , , 1 AF-S, AF-I Nikkor 9 9 9 9 99 PC-Micro Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D2 - 93 9 ...99 Other AF Nikkor (except lenses for use with the D40. II IF*, 500mm f/4D IF*, 600mm f/4D II IF*, 600mm f/4D IF* Type G and D Lenses Type G and D AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses ( 45) are equipped with an autofocus motor. Camera exposure metering and flash control ...
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...VR ED 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G • AF-S ED 17-35mm f/2.8D • AF-S DX IF ED 17-55mm f/2.8G • AF-S ED 28-70mm f/2.8D Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (400mm Teleconverter) f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8, 1200mm f/11) • PC 28mm f/4 (serial number 180900 or earlier) • Fisheye...-174127) • 2000mm f/11 Reflex (serial numbers 200111-200310) AF-Assist Illumination/Red-Eye Reduction AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • AF-S VR ED 70-200mm f/2.8G • AF-S ED 80-200mm f/2.8D • AF-S VR 300mm f/2.8G • AF...
...VR ED 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G • AF-S ED 17-35mm f/2.8D • AF-S DX IF ED 17-55mm f/2.8G • AF-S ED 28-70mm f/2.8D Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (400mm Teleconverter) f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8, 1200mm f/11) • PC 28mm f/4 (serial number 180900 or earlier) • Fisheye...-174127) • 2000mm f/11 Reflex (serial numbers 200111-200310) AF-Assist Illumination/Red-Eye Reduction AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • AF-S VR ED 70-200mm f/2.8G • AF-S ED 80-200mm f/2.8D • AF-S VR 300mm f/2.8G • AF...
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...TTL2 93, 4 AA Auto aperture2 - Non- Flash charge state is mounted on D40, flash mode is used to select flash mode. In TTL mode, the shutter-... a sync cable. 100 Technical Notes/Optional Accessories Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon Speedlights. The AS-15 Accessory Shoe Adapter When the AS-15.... 4. Available when camera is attached. A Non-TTL auto - Standard i-TTL for Digital SLR is used with AF-S VR ED 105mm f/2.8G IF Micro 4. Can be taken. Negative voltages or voltages over 250V applied to select flash mode. Nikkor lenses. Auto ISO 9 ...
...TTL2 93, 4 AA Auto aperture2 - Non- Flash charge state is mounted on D40, flash mode is used to select flash mode. In TTL mode, the shutter-... a sync cable. 100 Technical Notes/Optional Accessories Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon Speedlights. The AS-15 Accessory Shoe Adapter When the AS-15.... 4. Available when camera is attached. A Non-TTL auto - Standard i-TTL for Digital SLR is used with AF-S VR ED 105mm f/2.8G IF Micro 4. Can be taken. Negative voltages or voltages over 250V applied to select flash mode. Nikkor lenses. Auto ISO 9 ...
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...the manufacturer for details on the above when the cam- Failure to +0.5m-1). other makes of data or in damage to the camera or card. • Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects. • Do not apply force to...DG-2 magnifier to the D40. • DR-6 right-angle viewing attachment: The DR-6 attaches at a right angle to the viewfinder eyepiece, allowing the image in the center of -5, -4, -3, -2, 0, +0.5, +1, +2, and +3m-1. Use Nikon filters; Other Accessories • Diopter adjustment viewfinder lenses: Lenses are available with diopters...
...the manufacturer for details on the above when the cam- Failure to +0.5m-1). other makes of data or in damage to the camera or card. • Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects. • Do not apply force to...DG-2 magnifier to the D40. • DR-6 right-angle viewing attachment: The DR-6 attaches at a right angle to the viewfinder eyepiece, allowing the image in the center of -5, -4, -3, -2, 0, +0.5, +1, +2, and +3m-1. Use Nikon filters; Other Accessories • Diopter adjustment viewfinder lenses: Lenses are available with diopters...
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... easily damaged. Do not apply pressure, as lenses or optional Speedlights, should be taken to avoid injury caused by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to prevent the discharge of glass and are made of liquid. Servicing the Camera and Accessories The D40 is inspected or serviced. 104 Technical Notes...
... easily damaged. Do not apply pressure, as lenses or optional Speedlights, should be taken to avoid injury caused by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to prevent the discharge of glass and are made of liquid. Servicing the Camera and Accessories The D40 is inspected or serviced. 104 Technical Notes...
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...third-party imaging applications. The D40, however, is in place, be used for extended periods. Once inside the camera, this equipment. • Do not expose the battery to replace the body cap provided with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are a valuable resource. ...available separately; 103) or the clean image options available in some of foreign matter on the Low-Pass Filter Nikon takes every possible precaution to the body cap. Foreign Matter on the filter can impair battery performance. Photographs affected by authorized...
...third-party imaging applications. The D40, however, is in place, be used for extended periods. Once inside the camera, this equipment. • Do not expose the battery to replace the body cap provided with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are a valuable resource. ...available separately; 103) or the clean image options available in some of foreign matter on the Low-Pass Filter Nikon takes every possible precaution to the body cap. Foreign Matter on the filter can impair battery performance. Photographs affected by authorized...
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... times and brightness of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. display varies with D40. 72 Full range available. Image quality set to RAW or... when photographing moving subjects in use optional diopter adjustment lenses. 14, 102 Displays turn the camera off delay. 78 Camera stops functioning See "A Note on again. In the...resets the clock). Rotate mode dial to turn the camera on Electronically-Controlled Cameras," below before consulting your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. of common problems below . -...
... times and brightness of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. display varies with D40. 72 Full range available. Image quality set to RAW or... when photographing moving subjects in use optional diopter adjustment lenses. 14, 102 Displays turn the camera off delay. 78 Camera stops functioning See "A Note on again. In the...resets the clock). Rotate mode dial to turn the camera on Electronically-Controlled Cameras," below before consulting your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. of common problems below . -...
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... Media File system Compression SD (Secure Digital) memory cards; total pixels: 6.24 million • 3,008×2,000 (Large) • 2,256×1,496 (Medium) • 1,504×1,000 (Small) Lens mount Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts Compatible lenses* Type G or D AF Nikkor...Mark V with superimposed focus brackets Approximately 95% of 1EV with closest subject priority Focus can be used †Excluding lenses for Camera File System (DCF) 2.0 and Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) • NEF (RAW): compressed 12-bit • JPEG: JPEG baseline-complaint Autofocus...
... Media File system Compression SD (Secure Digital) memory cards; total pixels: 6.24 million • 3,008×2,000 (Large) • 2,256×1,496 (Medium) • 1,504×1,000 (Small) Lens mount Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts Compatible lenses* Type G or D AF Nikkor...Mark V with superimposed focus brackets Approximately 95% of 1EV with closest subject priority Focus can be used †Excluding lenses for Camera File System (DCF) 2.0 and Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) • NEF (RAW): compressed 12-bit • JPEG: JPEG baseline-complaint Autofocus...
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...control TTL Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Range-priority manual Flash mode Flash-ready indicator Accessory shoe Nikon Creative Lighting System X-contact only; slow sync and slow sync with red-eye reduction available with ...through-the-lens (TTL) exposure metering 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); metering performed by 420-segment RGB sensor Weight of 1/3 EV Exposure locked at full ...• : Auto, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with flexible program; blinks for digital SLR available when CPU lens is fired at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button Shutter Speed Combined ...
...control TTL Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Range-priority manual Flash mode Flash-ready indicator Accessory shoe Nikon Creative Lighting System X-contact only; slow sync and slow sync with red-eye reduction available with ...through-the-lens (TTL) exposure metering 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); metering performed by 420-segment RGB sensor Weight of 1/3 EV Exposure locked at full ...• : Auto, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with flexible program; blinks for digital SLR available when CPU lens is fired at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button Shutter Speed Combined ...
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...at any time and without battery, memory card, or body cap Operating environment Temperature 0-+40°C (+32-104°F) Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation) Unless otherwise ... conditions. after charging. Specifications Nikon reserves the right to minimum range and shutter released at an ambi- the cycle is turned on for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating... fired with VR lenses • Repeated autofocus operations To ensure maximum battery performance: • Keep the battery contacts clean. The battery level displayed by the camera may vary with...
...at any time and without battery, memory card, or body cap Operating environment Temperature 0-+40°C (+32-104°F) Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation) Unless otherwise ... conditions. after charging. Specifications Nikon reserves the right to minimum range and shutter released at an ambi- the cycle is turned on for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating... fired with VR lenses • Repeated autofocus operations To ensure maximum battery performance: • Keep the battery contacts clean. The battery level displayed by the camera may vary with...