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...your camera. CAUTION: Foreign Matter on the CCD Nikon takes every possible precaution to the CCD, where it may adhere to prevent foreign matter from entering the camera, do not exchange lenses in electronic format on viewing the Reference Manual, see the Quick Start Guide . The D100,...presence of foreign matter on pages 186-187 of unpacking and setting up your Nikon digital camera, taking your computer. Nikon View 5 Reference Manual The Nikon View 5 Reference Manual can be used with the camera, being careful to first remove all instructions thoroughly to get the most from your...
...your camera. CAUTION: Foreign Matter on the CCD Nikon takes every possible precaution to the CCD, where it may adhere to prevent foreign matter from entering the camera, do not exchange lenses in electronic format on viewing the Reference Manual, see the Quick Start Guide . The D100,...presence of foreign matter on pages 186-187 of unpacking and setting up your Nikon digital camera, taking your computer. Nikon View 5 Reference Manual The Nikon View 5 Reference Manual can be used with the camera, being careful to first remove all instructions thoroughly to get the most from your...
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...basics of digital photography, you are ready to familiarize yourself with the conventions used in "First Steps." Overview Getting to Read This Manual First, be aware of camera parts, then set up your camera to use camera controls. Next, read these chapters for information on camera menus ...the names of the warnings, cautions, and notices on thumbnail playback, playback zoom, and photo information. How to Know the Camera First Steps Basic Photography Basic Playback Choosing a Shooting Mode Image Quality and Size Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency) White Balance Image Adjustment Focus...
...basics of digital photography, you are ready to familiarize yourself with the conventions used in "First Steps." Overview Getting to Read This Manual First, be aware of camera parts, then set up your camera to use camera controls. Next, read these chapters for information on camera menus ...the names of the warnings, cautions, and notices on thumbnail playback, playback zoom, and photo information. How to Know the Camera First Steps Basic Photography Basic Playback Choosing a Shooting Mode Image Quality and Size Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency) White Balance Image Adjustment Focus...
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Continued operation could result in injury. Do not place strap around neck Placing the camera strap around the neck of flammable gas, as this equipment. After removing the battery, take the product to a Nikonauthorized service center for use the product... will read them. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for inspection. 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 using this could result in explosion or fire...
Continued operation could result in injury. Do not place strap around neck Placing the camera strap around the neck of flammable gas, as this equipment. After removing the battery, take the product to a Nikonauthorized service center for use the product... will read them. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for inspection. 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 using this could result in explosion or fire...
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...to the input and output jacks, use . Removing memory cards Memory cards may become hot during use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for an extended period, the battery may become hot. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs on audio CD equipment. Avoid contact with your subject's ...cool place. • Immediately after use immediately should be played back on which the software and manuals are prone to prevent infants from the camera. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths. Observe caution when operating the flash ...
...to the input and output jacks, use . Removing memory cards Memory cards may become hot during use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for an extended period, the battery may become hot. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs on audio CD equipment. Avoid contact with your subject's ...cool place. • Immediately after use immediately should be played back on which the software and manuals are prone to prevent infants from the camera. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths. Observe caution when operating the flash ...
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... sudden changes in a plastic bag containing a desiccant. Rusting of humidity. Keep away from a blower. iv Cleaning • When cleaning the camera body, use or store this may cause the material to normal. • When cleaning the lens and mirror, remember that generates strong electromagnetic...equipment such as this device in a plastic bag, as radio transmitters could scratch, deform, or tear the curtain. Caring for the Camera and Battery Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to the battery-chamber, card-slot, or connector covers. Keep dry ...
... sudden changes in a plastic bag containing a desiccant. Rusting of humidity. Keep away from a blower. iv Cleaning • When cleaning the camera body, use or store this may cause the material to normal. • When cleaning the lens and mirror, remember that generates strong electromagnetic...equipment such as this device in a plastic bag, as radio transmitters could scratch, deform, or tear the curtain. Caring for the Camera and Battery Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to the battery-chamber, card-slot, or connector covers. Keep dry ...
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... recorded with the power on and release the shutter a few pixels that are being recorded or deleted. Turn the product off before putting the camera away again. • Store the battery in damage to see in the illustration at least once a month. The battery needs to be difficult...accidental interruption of its charge. • Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them unusable. •Insert memory cards as necessary. Turn the camera on could result in loss of data or in a cool, dry place. Keep a spare battery in a warm place and exchange the two as...
... recorded with the power on and release the shutter a few pixels that are being recorded or deleted. Turn the product off before putting the camera away again. • Store the battery in damage to see in the illustration at least once a month. The battery needs to be difficult...accidental interruption of its charge. • Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them unusable. •Insert memory cards as necessary. Turn the camera on could result in loss of data or in a cool, dry place. Keep a spare battery in a warm place and exchange the two as...
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... interference by one or Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to radio communications. tenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ... interfer- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to the attention of the Nikon representative in the U.S.A. Using other in a residential installation. Notices • No part of the manuals included with this product ...
... interference by one or Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to radio communications. tenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ... interfer- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to the attention of the Nikon representative in the U.S.A. Using other in a residential installation. Notices • No part of the manuals included with this product ...
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...provided with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as passes and meal coupons. • Comply with your Nikon product are registered trademarks of their respective holders. vii ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences... except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by the government and of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be provided for business use . Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by a...
...provided with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as passes and meal coupons. • Comply with your Nikon product are registered trademarks of their respective holders. vii ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences... except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by the government and of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be provided for business use . Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by a...
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... Notices ...vi Introduction: Getting Started 1 Overview: About This Manual 2 Getting to Know the Camera: Camera Controls and Displays 4 First Steps: Getting the Camera Ready for Use 14 Step 1-Attach the Camera Strap 15 Step 2-Insert the Battery 16 Step 3-Choose a Language 18 Step 4-Set the ...Insert a Memory Card 22 Tutorial: Basic Photography and Playback 25 Basic Photography: Taking Your First Photographs 26 Step 1-Ready the Camera 27 Step 2-Adjust Camera Settings 28 Step 3-Frame a Photograph 30 Step 4-Focus 31 Step 5-Check Exposure 32 Step 6-Take the Photograph 34 Basic ...
... Notices ...vi Introduction: Getting Started 1 Overview: About This Manual 2 Getting to Know the Camera: Camera Controls and Displays 4 First Steps: Getting the Camera Ready for Use 14 Step 1-Attach the Camera Strap 15 Step 2-Insert the Battery 16 Step 3-Choose a Language 18 Step 4-Set the ...Insert a Memory Card 22 Tutorial: Basic Photography and Playback 25 Basic Photography: Taking Your First Photographs 26 Step 1-Ready the Camera 27 Step 2-Adjust Camera Settings 28 Step 3-Frame a Photograph 30 Step 4-Focus 31 Step 5-Check Exposure 32 Step 6-Take the Photograph 34 Basic ...
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...116 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom 118 Protecting Photographs from Deletion 119 Deleting Individual Photographs 120 Menu Guide: Index to Menu Options 121 Using Camera Menus: Basic Menu Operations 122 The Playback Menu: Managing Images 124 Deleting Photographs: Delete 124 Folder Options: Folder Designate 126 Automated Playback: Slide ... Images During Playback: Hide Image 130 Ordering Prints: Print Set 131 Controlling Photo Info: Display Mode 134 ix Focus: Controlling How the Camera Focuses 63 Focus Mode ...63 Focus Area Selection 64 Autofocus ...65 Manual Focus 74 Exposure;
...116 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom 118 Protecting Photographs from Deletion 119 Deleting Individual Photographs 120 Menu Guide: Index to Menu Options 121 Using Camera Menus: Basic Menu Operations 122 The Playback Menu: Managing Images 124 Deleting Photographs: Delete 124 Folder Options: Folder Designate 126 Automated Playback: Slide ... Images During Playback: Hide Image 130 Ordering Prints: Print Set 131 Controlling Photo Info: Display Mode 134 ix Focus: Controlling How the Camera Focuses 63 Focus Mode ...63 Focus Area Selection 64 Autofocus ...65 Manual Focus 74 Exposure;
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...Connecting to External Devices 167 Television Playback: Connecting Your Camera to a Video Device 168 Connecting to a Computer: Data Transfer and Camera Control 169 Software for the D100 169 Direct USB Connection 172 Technical Notes: Camera Care, Options, and Resources 175 Optional Accessories: ...176 Lenses for the D100 176 Other Accessories 180 Approved Memory Cards 183 Caring for Your Camera: Storage and Maintenance 184 Storage ...184 Cleaning ...185 Troubleshooting: Understanding Error Messages and Displays 188 Web Resources: On-Line Resources for Nikon Users 192 Specifications ...
...Connecting to External Devices 167 Television Playback: Connecting Your Camera to a Video Device 168 Connecting to a Computer: Data Transfer and Camera Control 169 Software for the D100 169 Direct USB Connection 172 Technical Notes: Camera Care, Options, and Resources 175 Optional Accessories: ...176 Lenses for the D100 176 Other Accessories 180 Approved Memory Cards 183 Caring for Your Camera: Storage and Maintenance 184 Storage ...184 Cleaning ...185 Troubleshooting: Understanding Error Messages and Displays 188 Web Resources: On-Line Resources for Nikon Users 192 Specifications ...
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... used. First Steps 4-13 14-24 1 Getting to it as you will take when using your camera for the first time: inserting the battery and memory card, attaching a lens and camera strap, and setting the date, time, and language. Introduction Getting Started Overview 2-3 Getting to Know ...the Camera This chapter is divided into the following sections: Overview Read this section for a description of how...
... used. First Steps 4-13 14-24 1 Getting to it as you will take when using your camera for the first time: inserting the battery and memory card, attaching a lens and camera strap, and setting the date, time, and language. Introduction Getting Started Overview 2-3 Getting to Know ...the Camera This chapter is divided into the following sections: Overview Read this section for a description of how...
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... equipped with a large (23.7 × 15.6 mm/0.9˝ × 0.6˝) CCD with the advanced Nikon D100 single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. First-time users who can't wait to experience the simplicity and immediacy of digital photography can follow the step-by-step instructions in the Quick Start Guide or read "First Steps" and "Tutorial" in...
... equipped with a large (23.7 × 15.6 mm/0.9˝ × 0.6˝) CCD with the advanced Nikon D100 single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. First-time users who can't wait to experience the simplicity and immediacy of digital photography can follow the step-by-step instructions in the Quick Start Guide or read "First Steps" and "Tutorial" in...
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...profits that more information is functioning normally. This icon marks notes, information that you should read before using your camera. Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ensure that you should read before use to prevent damage to frequently-asked questions... (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. This icon marks settings that can be ordered, for example, at ...
...profits that more information is functioning normally. This icon marks notes, information that you should read before using your camera. Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ensure that you should read before use to prevent damage to frequently-asked questions... (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. This icon marks settings that can be ordered, for example, at ...
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... 2 11 3 1 4 12 13 14 1 Eyelet for camera strap 15 2 Shooting-mode dial lock release ... 41 3 Shooting mode dial 41 4 Accessory shoe 104 5 Depth-of the manual. You may find it helpful to ..., 72 10 Exposure compensation ( ) button 86 11 Flash sync mode ( ) button ..... 98 12 LCD illuminator ( ) button (press to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Getting to Know the Camera Camera Controls and Displays Take a few moments to illuminate control panel 155 Format ( ) button 23 13 Control panel 8 14 Focal plane mark 74
... 2 11 3 1 4 12 13 14 1 Eyelet for camera strap 15 2 Shooting-mode dial lock release ... 41 3 Shooting mode dial 41 4 Accessory shoe 104 5 Depth-of the manual. You may find it helpful to ..., 72 10 Exposure compensation ( ) button 86 11 Flash sync mode ( ) button ..... 98 12 LCD illuminator ( ) button (press to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Getting to Know the Camera Camera Controls and Displays Take a few moments to illuminate control panel 155 Format ( ) button 23 13 Control panel 8 14 Focal plane mark 74
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The illuminator will light when the LCD illuminator button ( ) is released. 5 Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera 15 17 16 18 19 20 21 15 Built-in Speedlight 94, 98 16 Sub-command dial 12 17 Function dial 12 See also: Exposure ..., 191 20 Lens release button 21 21 Focus-mode selector 63 The LCD Illuminator The control panel backlight (LCD illuminator) will remain lit while the camera exposure meters are active or until the shutter is pressed, allowing you to confirm...
The illuminator will light when the LCD illuminator button ( ) is released. 5 Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera 15 17 16 18 19 20 21 15 Built-in Speedlight 94, 98 16 Sub-command dial 12 17 Function dial 12 See also: Exposure ..., 191 20 Lens release button 21 21 Focus-mode selector 63 The LCD Illuminator The control panel backlight (LCD illuminator) will remain lit while the camera exposure meters are active or until the shutter is pressed, allowing you to confirm...
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Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Getting to Know the Camera Camera Body (continued) 30 22 31 32 23 24 33 25 34 35 26 36 27 37 28 38 29 39 22 Viewfinder eyepiece 30 23 ...
Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Getting to Know the Camera Camera Body (continued) 30 22 31 32 23 24 33 25 34 35 26 36 27 37 28 38 29 39 22 Viewfinder eyepiece 30 23 ...
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Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Camera Controls and Displays 42 43 44 45 40 41 40 Tripod socket 41 Connectors for MB-D100 180 42 Metering selector 75 43 Diopter adjustment control 30 44 Battery-chamber cover latch ......... 16 45 Battery-chamber cover ......... 16, 180 7
Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Camera Controls and Displays 42 43 44 45 40 41 40 Tripod socket 41 Connectors for MB-D100 180 42 Metering selector 75 43 Diopter adjustment control 30 44 Battery-chamber cover latch ......... 16 45 Battery-chamber cover ......... 16, 180 7
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Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Getting to Know the Camera Control Panel 1 2 9 3 10 11 4 12 5 13 6 14 7 15 16 8 17 8
Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Getting to Know the Camera Control Panel 1 2 9 3 10 11 4 12 5 13 6 14 7 15 16 8 17 8
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The display will return to darken and exhibit slower response times at room temperature. 9 Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Camera Controls and Displays 1 Shutter speed 79-80 Sensitivity 48 Exposure compensation value ....... 86 Flash compensation value 102 Number of shots in bracketing sequence 88 White ...
The display will return to darken and exhibit slower response times at room temperature. 9 Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Camera Controls and Displays 1 Shutter speed 79-80 Sensitivity 48 Exposure compensation value ....... 86 Flash compensation value 102 Number of shots in bracketing sequence 88 White ...