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..., and transferring them to the body cap. Once inside the camera, this manual, or have the low-pass filter cleaned by the presence of foreign matter on pages 240-241 of unpacking and setting up your Nikon digital camera, taking your camera. Should foreign matter find its way onto the low... to get the most from your computer. The D2H, however, is in place, be sure to replace the body cap provided with the camera, being careful to first remove all instructions thoroughly to prevent foreign matter from entering the camera, do not exchange lenses in some third-party ...
..., and transferring them to the body cap. Once inside the camera, this manual, or have the low-pass filter cleaned by the presence of foreign matter on pages 240-241 of unpacking and setting up your Nikon digital camera, taking your camera. Should foreign matter find its way onto the low... to get the most from your computer. The D2H, however, is in place, be sure to replace the body cap provided with the camera, being careful to first remove all instructions thoroughly to prevent foreign matter from entering the camera, do not exchange lenses in some third-party ...
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... Steps Now you can read "Overview" and "Getting to Know the Camera" to familiarize yourself with the conventions used in this manual and the names of camera parts, then set up your camera as described in "First Steps." Two-Button Reset More About Playback Voice Memos ...on recording ... you have mastered the basics of digital photography, you are ready to take photographs and play them back. Connections Technical Notes i How to Read This Manual First, be aware of the warnings, cautions, and notices on when and how to use camera controls. Menu Guide ...on connecting ...
... Steps Now you can read "Overview" and "Getting to Know the Camera" to familiarize yourself with the conventions used in this manual and the names of camera parts, then set up your camera as described in "First Steps." Two-Button Reset More About Playback Voice Memos ...on recording ... you have mastered the basics of digital photography, you are ready to take photographs and play them back. Connections Technical Notes i How to Read This Manual First, be aware of the warnings, cautions, and notices on when and how to use camera controls. Menu Guide ...on connecting ...
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Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the subject. iii Playing CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are prone to prevent infants from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth. When using a flash Using a flash close ... battery when no less than one meter (39˝) from the camera. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use immediately should be sure to cool. • Discontinue use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for an extended period, the battery may become hot. Keep...
Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the subject. iii Playing CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are prone to prevent infants from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth. When using a flash Using a flash close ... battery when no less than one meter (39˝) from the camera. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use immediately should be sure to cool. • Discontinue use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for an extended period, the battery may become hot. Keep...
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... the equipment into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon's prior written permission. • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any... radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of aged to try to provide D2H Tested To Comply With FCC Standards reasonable protection against harmful FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE interference in the U.S.A....
... the equipment into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon's prior written permission. • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any... radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of aged to try to provide D2H Tested To Comply With FCC Standards reasonable protection against harmful FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE interference in the U.S.A....
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...CompactFlash is governed by law from being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be provided for the purpose of making illegal copies or ...Corporation. vii Notice for customers in this product for business use this manual or the other trade names mentioned in Canada CAUTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. ATTENTION... as passes and meal coupons. • Comply with your Nikon product are stamped "Sample."
...CompactFlash is governed by law from being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be provided for the purpose of making illegal copies or ...Corporation. vii Notice for customers in this product for business use this manual or the other trade names mentioned in Canada CAUTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. ATTENTION... as passes and meal coupons. • Comply with your Nikon product are stamped "Sample."
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Manual Focus 83 Exposure ...84 Metering...84 Exposure Mode 85 Autoexposure Lock 95 Exposure Compensation 97 Bracketing ...98 Flash Photography 106 The Creative Lighting System 106 D-...
Manual Focus 83 Exposure ...84 Metering...84 Exposure Mode 85 Autoexposure Lock 95 Exposure Compensation 97 Bracketing ...98 Flash Photography 106 The Creative Lighting System 106 D-...
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...chapter is divided into the following sections: Overview Read this section for a description of how this section and refer to ready the camera for information on the names and functions of the symbols and conventions used. First Steps This section details the steps required to it... for use: inserting the battery and memory card, attaching a lens and camera strap, and setting the date, time, and language. Getting to Know the Camera Bookmark this manual is organized and for an explanation of camera parts. First Steps 15-24 1
...chapter is divided into the following sections: Overview Read this section for a description of how this section and refer to ready the camera for information on the names and functions of the symbols and conventions used. First Steps This section details the steps required to it... for use: inserting the battery and memory card, attaching a lens and camera strap, and setting the date, time, and language. Getting to Know the Camera Bookmark this manual is organized and for an explanation of camera parts. First Steps 15-24 1
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... to ensure that may be fine-tuned from product malfunction. Life-Long Learning As part of a Nikon D2H single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera with interchangeable lenses. Read this manual, replacements can be read before taking the camera with you need, the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ •...
... to ensure that may be fine-tuned from product malfunction. Life-Long Learning As part of a Nikon D2H single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera with interchangeable lenses. Read this manual, replacements can be read before taking the camera with you need, the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ •...
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...as you read in the position, allowing the display to be read through the rest of the manual. After the power switch is released, the illuminator will light while the power switch is released. 3 Camera Body Bracketing ( ) button: 98, 103 Metering selector: 84 Metering selector lock button: 84 ...Exposure mode ( ) button: 85 Format ( ) button: 23 Mode dial lock release: 70 Mode dial: 70 Eyelet for camera strap: 16 Flash sync mode ( ) button: 114 Command lock ( ) button: 94 Power switch: 27 Shutter-release button: 32, 34 Exposure compensation ( ) ...
...as you read in the position, allowing the display to be read through the rest of the manual. After the power switch is released, the illuminator will light while the power switch is released. 3 Camera Body Bracketing ( ) button: 98, 103 Metering selector: 84 Metering selector lock button: 84 ...Exposure mode ( ) button: 85 Format ( ) button: 23 Mode dial lock release: 70 Mode dial: 70 Eyelet for camera strap: 16 Flash sync mode ( ) button: 114 Command lock ( ) button: 94 Power switch: 27 Shutter-release button: 32, 34 Exposure compensation ( ) ...
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...a battery and memory card are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains. 2.2 Turn the camera off Turn the camera off before use (see the MH-21 instruction manual for details. 2.5 Insert the battery Insert the battery as shown at shipment. See the instructions provided with ... it may be necessary to turn the camera off (with the EN-EL4 for details). About 100 minutes are inserted, the frame count and number of exposures remaining). 17 Introduction-First Steps 2 Step 2-Insert the Battery The D2H is powered by a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery (provided). ...
...a battery and memory card are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains. 2.2 Turn the camera off Turn the camera off before use (see the MH-21 instruction manual for details. 2.5 Insert the battery Insert the battery as shown at shipment. See the instructions provided with ... it may be necessary to turn the camera off (with the EN-EL4 for details). About 100 minutes are inserted, the frame count and number of exposures remaining). 17 Introduction-First Steps 2 Step 2-Insert the Battery The D2H is powered by a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery (provided). ...
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...press the shutter-release button all modes, exposure is automatically increased by one EV to ensure accurate results. The camera will be measured accurately even when the camera is lit by the electronic analog exposure display. 59 white balance can be obtained by setting exposure to fl...;ash. To exit without measuring a new value for white balance and store it in preset d-0. In manual exposure mode, optimal results ...
...press the shutter-release button all modes, exposure is automatically increased by one EV to ensure accurate results. The camera will be measured accurately even when the camera is lit by the electronic analog exposure display. 59 white balance can be obtained by setting exposure to fl...;ash. To exit without measuring a new value for white balance and store it in preset d-0. In manual exposure mode, optimal results ...
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...once to raise mirror, again to take photograph (shutter will be released automatically if shutter-release button is held down . CL Camera records from value selected by user).* Use the self-timer for 30 s after photo is available in memory buffer. Additional ...Photographs-Choosing a Shooting Mode Mode Description S Single frame Camera takes one photograph each time shutter-release button is altered from one at a time, in a continuous sequence, with a timed shutter-release delay, or with continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed of...
...once to raise mirror, again to take photograph (shutter will be released automatically if shutter-release button is held down . CL Camera records from value selected by user).* Use the self-timer for 30 s after photo is available in memory buffer. Additional ...Photographs-Choosing a Shooting Mode Mode Description S Single frame Camera takes one photograph each time shutter-release button is altered from one at a time, in a continuous sequence, with a timed shutter-release delay, or with continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed of...
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... will be a better choice with erratically-moving when shutter-release button was moving subjects. Single-servo cus priority). Manual focus is recommended when the camera is unable to confirm focus (electronic range finding), but photographs can only be taken whether or...mode is controlled by the focus mode selector on the lens: Option Description Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed halfway (focus lock). S Shutter can be adjusted manually using autofocus. 72 Camera focuses continuously while shutter-release button is f/5.6 or faster, viewfi...
... will be a better choice with erratically-moving when shutter-release button was moving subjects. Single-servo cus priority). Manual focus is recommended when the camera is unable to confirm focus (electronic range finding), but photographs can only be taken whether or...mode is controlled by the focus mode selector on the lens: Option Description Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed halfway (focus lock). S Shutter can be adjusted manually using autofocus. 72 Camera focuses continuously while shutter-release button is f/5.6 or faster, viewfi...
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...pressed, not when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Focus will lock when the subject stops moving toward or away from the camera, the camera will track focus while attempting to initiate autofocus, select the focus area, or both. 73 a2-AF-S Mode Priority ( 176) If...shutter-release button was pressed halfway. Select FPS rate + AF for Custom Setting a1 (AF-C mode priority), photographs can be taken in manual focus mode. Focus will initiate predictive focus tracking if the subject was moving . Predictive focus tracking is selected for improved focus during continuous ...
...pressed, not when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Focus will lock when the subject stops moving toward or away from the camera, the camera will track focus while attempting to initiate autofocus, select the focus area, or both. 73 a2-AF-S Mode Priority ( 176) If...shutter-release button was pressed halfway. Select FPS rate + AF for Custom Setting a1 (AF-C mode priority), photographs can be taken in manual focus mode. Focus will initiate predictive focus tracking if the subject was moving . Predictive focus tracking is selected for improved focus during continuous ...
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The focus area can be selected manually, allowing photographs to be composed the main subject positioned almost anywhere in the frame, or automatically to ensure that together cover a wide area of the ... multi selector is pressed. Focus Area Selection The focus area can be used to select the focus area. Taking Photographs-Focus Focus Area Selection The D2H offers a choice of eleven focus areas that the subject closest to the camera is always in a selected area of the frame ( 76).
The focus area can be selected manually, allowing photographs to be composed the main subject positioned almost anywhere in the frame, or automatically to ensure that together cover a wide area of the ... multi selector is pressed. Focus Area Selection The focus area can be used to select the focus area. Taking Photographs-Focus Focus Area Selection The D2H offers a choice of eleven focus areas that the subject closest to the camera is always in a selected area of the frame ( 76).
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.... a8-Vertical AF-ON ( 182) Custom Setting a8 (Vertical AF-ON) controls whether the AF-ON button for vertical shooting is highlighted briefly in manual focus mode or continuous shooting mode. f1-Center Button > Shooting Mode ( 198) Depending on the option selected for Center button > Shooting mode (Custom Setting f1...
.... a8-Vertical AF-ON ( 182) Custom Setting a8 (Vertical AF-ON) controls whether the AF-ON button for vertical shooting is highlighted briefly in manual focus mode or continuous shooting mode. f1-Center Button > Shooting Mode ( 198) Depending on the option selected for Center button > Shooting mode (Custom Setting f1...
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... selector. If the subject leaves selected focus area even briefly, camera will stay in single- The following erratically moving erratically but camera uses information from this group, camera automatically selects focus area containing subject closest to determine focus. User selects focus area manually, but place of frame (see right); from multiple focus areas...
... selector. If the subject leaves selected focus area even briefly, camera will stay in single- The following erratically moving erratically but camera uses information from this group, camera automatically selects focus area containing subject closest to determine focus. User selects focus area manually, but place of frame (see right); from multiple focus areas...
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... unable to be taken only when the camera is poorly lit. Manual Focus Single-area AF is automatically selected when manual focus is used or subject is in focus (focus priority). a1-AF-C Mode Priority ( 176) In focus mode C (continuous-servo autofocus) photographs can be ... control panel. a2-AF-S Mode Priority ( 176) In focus mode S (single-servo autofocus) photographs can be selected manually, and focus areas are grouped in group dynamic-AF mode and whether the camera tracks the subject in focus (release priority). a3-Group Dynamic AF ( 177) This option controls how focus areas are...
... unable to be taken only when the camera is poorly lit. Manual Focus Single-area AF is automatically selected when manual focus is used or subject is in focus (focus priority). a1-AF-C Mode Priority ( 176) In focus mode C (continuous-servo autofocus) photographs can be ... control panel. a2-AF-S Mode Priority ( 176) In focus mode S (single-servo autofocus) photographs can be selected manually, and focus areas are grouped in group dynamic-AF mode and whether the camera tracks the subject in focus (release priority). a3-Group Dynamic AF ( 177) This option controls how focus areas are...
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... Focus mode AF-area mode Control-panel display Single-area AF Active focus area Shown in viewfinder Focus-area selection Manual Dynamic-area AF AF-S Group dynamic-AF Dynamic-area AF with closestsubject priority Single-area AF Dynamic-area AF AF-C Group ...in viewfinder Manual Shown in viewfinder Camera automatically selects focus area from within manually selected group Not shown Automatic Shown in viewfinder Manual Shown in viewfinder Manual Shown in viewfinder Camera automatically selects focus area from within manually selected group Not ...
... Focus mode AF-area mode Control-panel display Single-area AF Active focus area Shown in viewfinder Focus-area selection Manual Dynamic-area AF AF-S Group dynamic-AF Dynamic-area AF with closestsubject priority Single-area AF Dynamic-area AF AF-C Group ...in viewfinder Manual Shown in viewfinder Camera automatically selects focus area from within manually selected group Not shown Automatic Shown in viewfinder Manual Shown in viewfinder Manual Shown in viewfinder Camera automatically selects focus area from within manually selected group Not ...
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... in-focus indicator (●) appears in the selected focus area and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus ( 82). Focus can also be locked manually using focus lock: 1 Position the subject in the viewfinder. Taking Photographs-Focus Focus Lock Focus lock can be used when the autofocus system...
... in-focus indicator (●) appears in the selected focus area and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus ( 82). Focus can also be locked manually using focus lock: 1 Position the subject in the viewfinder. Taking Photographs-Focus Focus Lock Focus lock can be used when the autofocus system...