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...'s Manual (this guide) • Quick Guide • Software Installation Guide • Software Suite CD-ROM • Registration card (U. Memory cards are sold separately. • D300 digital camera (pg. 3) • Body cap (pp. 34, 368) • BM-8 LCD monitor cover (pg. 19) • DK-5 eyepiece cap (pg. 20) • EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion battery...
...'s Manual (this guide) • Quick Guide • Software Installation Guide • Software Suite CD-ROM • Registration card (U. Memory cards are sold separately. • D300 digital camera (pg. 3) • Body cap (pp. 34, 368) • BM-8 LCD monitor cover (pg. 19) • DK-5 eyepiece cap (pg. 20) • EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion battery...
D300 User's Manual
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... For Your Safety xviii Notices...xxi Introduction 1 Overview...2 Getting to Know the Camera 3 Camera Body 3 The Control Panel 8 The Viewfinder Display 10 The Shooting Information Display 12 The Command Dials 14 Quick Start Guide 21 Tutorial 23 Camera Menus 24 Using Camera Menus 26 Help ...29 First Steps 30 Charge the Battery 30 Insert the... a Lens 34 Basic Setup 36 Insert a Memory Card 39 Format the Memory Card 41 Adjust Viewfinder Focus 43 Basic Photography and Playback 44 Turn the Camera On 44 Adjust Camera Settings 47 Ready the Camera 50 Focus and Shoot 51 x
... For Your Safety xviii Notices...xxi Introduction 1 Overview...2 Getting to Know the Camera 3 Camera Body 3 The Control Panel 8 The Viewfinder Display 10 The Shooting Information Display 12 The Command Dials 14 Quick Start Guide 21 Tutorial 23 Camera Menus 24 Using Camera Menus 26 Help ...29 First Steps 30 Charge the Battery 30 Insert the... a Lens 34 Basic Setup 36 Insert a Memory Card 39 Format the Memory Card 41 Adjust Viewfinder Focus 43 Basic Photography and Playback 44 Turn the Camera On 44 Adjust Camera Settings 47 Ready the Camera 50 Focus and Shoot 51 x
D300 User's Manual
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Overview pg. 2 Getting to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts. XIntroduction X This chapter covers information you will need to Know the Camera pg. 3 Camera Body pg. 3 The Control Panel pg. 8 The Viewfinder Display pg. 10 The Shooting Information Display pg. 12 The Command Dials pg. 14 Quick Start Guide pg. 21 1
Overview pg. 2 Getting to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts. XIntroduction X This chapter covers information you will need to Know the Camera pg. 3 Camera Body pg. 3 The Control Panel pg. 8 The Viewfinder Display pg. 10 The Shooting Information Display pg. 12 The Command Dials pg. 14 Quick Start Guide pg. 21 1
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... a few moments to it helpful to bookmark this section and X refer to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body 1 8 9 2 10 3 4 11 12 5 6 13 7 14 1 Release mode dial 75 8 Power switch 44 2 Release mode dial 9 Shutter-release button ...... 51...
... a few moments to it helpful to bookmark this section and X refer to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body 1 8 9 2 10 3 4 11 12 5 6 13 7 14 1 Release mode dial 75 8 Power switch 44 2 Release mode dial 9 Shutter-release button ...... 51...
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Camera Body (Continued) 1 X 2 3 4 6 7 5 8 9 10 13 11 14 12 15 16 1 Built-in flash 171 2 Flash pop-up button 171 3 M (flash mode) button 171 Y (flash compensation) button 176 4 ...
Camera Body (Continued) 1 X 2 3 4 6 7 5 8 9 10 13 11 14 12 15 16 1 Built-in flash 171 2 Flash pop-up button 171 3 M (flash mode) button 171 Y (flash compensation) button 176 4 ...
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8 9 X 1 10 2 3 4 5 11 6 7 12 1 AF-assist illuminator 273 Self-timer lamp 90 Red-eye reduction lamp........ 174 2 Sub-command dial 14 3 Depth-of-field preview button 103, 305 4 Fn button .........117, 121, 179, 302 5 Battery-chamber cover 32 6 Battery-chamber cover latch 32 7 Contact cover for optional MB-D10 battery pack 365 8 CPU contacts 9 Mounting index 34 10 Lens mount 72 11 Tripod socket 12 Body cap 368 5
8 9 X 1 10 2 3 4 5 11 6 7 12 1 AF-assist illuminator 273 Self-timer lamp 90 Red-eye reduction lamp........ 174 2 Sub-command dial 14 3 Depth-of-field preview button 103, 305 4 Fn button .........117, 121, 179, 302 5 Battery-chamber cover 32 6 Battery-chamber cover latch 32 7 Contact cover for optional MB-D10 battery pack 365 8 CPU contacts 9 Mounting index 34 10 Lens mount 72 11 Tripod socket 12 Body cap 368 5
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Camera Body (Continued) X 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 43 7 L (protect) button 221 2 DK-23 viewfinder ? (help) button 29 eyepiece cup 20 R (info) button 12 3 O (delete) button 54, 222 8 W (thumbnail/playback Q (format) button 41 zoom out) button 218 4 K (playback) button ....... 53, 204 9 X (playback zoom in) 5 Monitor 53, 79, 204 button 220 6 G (menu) button.......... 24, 245 10 J (OK) button 28 6
Camera Body (Continued) X 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 43 7 L (protect) button 221 2 DK-23 viewfinder ? (help) button 29 eyepiece cup 20 R (info) button 12 3 O (delete) button 54, 222 8 W (thumbnail/playback Q (format) button 41 zoom out) button 218 4 K (playback) button ....... 53, 204 9 X (playback zoom in) 5 Monitor 53, 79, 204 button 220 6 G (menu) button.......... 24, 245 10 J (OK) button 28 6
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To remove the cover, hold the camera firmly and pull the bottom of the cover until it when the camera is provided with the camera to the two eyelets on the top of the cover into the matching indentation above the camera monitor (q) and press the bottom of the cover gently outwards as shown below. To attach the cover, insert the projection on the camera body as shown at right. 19 X The BM-8 Monitor Cover A clear plastic cover is not in use. Attaching the AN-D300 Camera Strap Attach the camera strap securely to keep the monitor clean and protect it clicks into place (w).
To remove the cover, hold the camera firmly and pull the bottom of the cover until it when the camera is provided with the camera to the two eyelets on the top of the cover into the matching indentation above the camera monitor (q) and press the bottom of the cover gently outwards as shown below. To attach the cover, insert the projection on the camera body as shown at right. 19 X The BM-8 Monitor Cover A clear plastic cover is not in use. Attaching the AN-D300 Camera Strap Attach the camera strap securely to keep the monitor clean and protect it clicks into place (w).
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If the lens is off, remove the rear lens cap from entering the camera when the lens is removed. 1 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. Keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with manual priority). 34 Attach a Lens Care should be taken to... counter-clockwise until it clicks into place. s After confirming that the camera is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M switch, select A (autofocus) or M/ A (autofocus with the mounting mark on the camera body, position Mounting index the lens in the camera's bayonet mount. qw 2 Attach the lens. Being careful not to ...
If the lens is off, remove the rear lens cap from entering the camera when the lens is removed. 1 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. Keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with manual priority). 34 Attach a Lens Care should be taken to... counter-clockwise until it clicks into place. s After confirming that the camera is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M switch, select A (autofocus) or M/ A (autofocus with the mounting mark on the camera body, position Mounting index the lens in the camera's bayonet mount. qw 2 Attach the lens. Being careful not to ...
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... lenses equipped with an aperture ring (pg. 352), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. 3 Remove the lens cap. A Lens An AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens is off when removing or exchanging lenses. q w ...q s ❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is used in this manual for details. See the lens manual for illustrative purposes. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button...
... lenses equipped with an aperture ring (pg. 352), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. 3 Remove the lens cap. A Lens An AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens is off when removing or exchanging lenses. q w ...q s ❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is used in this manual for details. See the lens manual for illustrative purposes. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button...
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For information on framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation. Hold the camera as shown at right when framing photographs in the monitor, see page 79. 50 Keep your elbows propped s lightly against your left. Ready the Camera When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable.
For information on framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation. Hold the camera as shown at right when framing photographs in the monitor, see page 79. 50 Keep your elbows propped s lightly against your left. Ready the Camera When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable.
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... .). A Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is in - The distance between your subject and the camera, measure from any of the 51 focus points). Note that with the subjects listed on the...
... .). A Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is in - The distance between your subject and the camera, measure from any of the 51 focus points). Note that with the subjects listed on the...
D300 User's Manual
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... metering if desired results are specified using focusing attachment before determining exposure and taking photograph. • PF-4 Reprocopy Outfit requires PA-4 Camera Holder. See teleconverter manual for AI 80-200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is not in manual exposure modes at shutter speeds slower than ...1/125 s. 17 Exposure determined by camera body. 9 When focusing at minimum focus distance with AI 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5, AI 35- 105mm f/3.5-4.5, AI 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5, or AF-S 80-200mm ...
... metering if desired results are specified using focusing attachment before determining exposure and taking photograph. • PF-4 Reprocopy Outfit requires PA-4 Camera Holder. See teleconverter manual for AI 80-200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is not in manual exposure modes at shutter speeds slower than ...1/125 s. 17 Exposure determined by camera body. 9 When focusing at minimum focus distance with AI 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5, AI 35- 105mm f/3.5-4.5, AI 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5, or AF-S 80-200mm ...
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... features as selection control points and an auto retouch brush. • Camera Control Pro 2: Control the camera remotely from a computer and save photographs directly to the Internet. • Body Cap: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and low-pass filter free of Nikon software. n 368 Note: Use the latest versions of dust when...
... features as selection control points and an auto retouch brush. • Camera Control Pro 2: Control the camera remotely from a computer and save photographs directly to the Internet. • Body Cap: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and low-pass filter free of Nikon software. n 368 Note: Use the latest versions of dust when...
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...could result in damage or malfunction. Do not store your camera with a cloth lightly dampened in distilled body water and dry thoroughly. Remove dust and Lens, lint with a blower. If using the camera at the beach or seaside, Camera wipe off sand or salt with naphtha or camphor moth... viewfinder fingerprints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly with care. Important: Dust or other volatile chemicals. 372 Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and store the battery in a cool...
...could result in damage or malfunction. Do not store your camera with a cloth lightly dampened in distilled body water and dry thoroughly. Remove dust and Lens, lint with a blower. If using the camera at the beach or seaside, Camera wipe off sand or salt with naphtha or camphor moth... viewfinder fingerprints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly with care. Important: Dust or other volatile chemicals. 372 Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and store the battery in a cool...
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If no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 7 Turn the camera off and the row of dashes in the control panel will be removed by Nikonauthorized service personnel. Dirt that light falls on the low-pass ..., as the bristles could damage the filter. The mirror will close. The display in the viewfinder will turn off . Replace the lens or body cap. Holding the camera so that can only be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the low-pass filter. Under no foreign objects are present, proceed...
If no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 7 Turn the camera off and the row of dashes in the control panel will be removed by Nikonauthorized service personnel. Dirt that light falls on the low-pass ..., as the bristles could damage the filter. The mirror will close. The display in the viewfinder will turn off . Replace the lens or body cap. Holding the camera so that can only be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the low-pass filter. Under no foreign objects are present, proceed...
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...services). D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers off or remove or disconnect the power source while the mirror is raised. • If the battery runs low while the mirror is designed to the body cap. The D300, however, is raised..., a beep will sound and the self-timer lamp will close automatically. To protect the camera when no lens is inspected or serviced. 378 End cleaning or inspection immediately. Nikon recommends that the shutter curtain...
...services). D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers off or remove or disconnect the power source while the mirror is raised. • If the battery runs low while the mirror is designed to the body cap. The D300, however, is raised..., a beep will sound and the self-timer lamp will close automatically. To protect the camera when no lens is inspected or serviced. 378 End cleaning or inspection immediately. Nikon recommends that the shutter curtain...
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Lens contacts: Keep the lens contacts clean. Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a cool, dry place. Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to prevent discharge of liquid. When using a cloth lightly dampened in a plastic bag containing a desiccant. See "The Low-Pass Filter" (... wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. These actions could scratch, deform, or tear the curtain. To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of lens cleaner to normal. If the product will soon return to a soft cloth and wipe the lens carefully. Do not, however, ...
Lens contacts: Keep the lens contacts clean. Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a cool, dry place. Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to prevent discharge of liquid. When using a cloth lightly dampened in a plastic bag containing a desiccant. See "The Low-Pass Filter" (... wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. These actions could scratch, deform, or tear the curtain. To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of lens cleaner to normal. If the product will soon return to a soft cloth and wipe the lens carefully. Do not, however, ...
D300 User's Manual
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... 1.4 × 2.3 in.) Length of the hardware and software described in this manual may result from any time and without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover Operating environment Temperature 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation) • Unless otherwise... stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 °C (68 °F). • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of cord Approx. 1800 mm (5 ft. 11 in...
... 1.4 × 2.3 in.) Length of the hardware and software described in this manual may result from any time and without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover Operating environment Temperature 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation) • Unless otherwise... stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 °C (68 °F). • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of cord Approx. 1800 mm (5 ft. 11 in...
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Index Menu items and options in the camera monitor are shown in brackets ([ ]). button], 302 [Assign preview button], 305 Auto bracketing, 116, 297, 298 [Auto bracketing (Mode M)], 298 [Auto bracketing set], 297 [AE & ... B Backlight, 46, 285 Battery, 30, 32, 44, 285, 287, 321 charging, 30 pack, 285, 287, 322, 365 [Battery info], 321 [Battery order], 287 [Beep], 281 Body cap, 5, 34, 368 419 Symbols K (Single-point AF), 64, 65 I(Dynamic-area AF), 64, 65, 269 H(Auto-area AF), 64, 65 S, 62, 68, 74, 268...
Index Menu items and options in the camera monitor are shown in brackets ([ ]). button], 302 [Assign preview button], 305 Auto bracketing, 116, 297, 298 [Auto bracketing (Mode M)], 298 [Auto bracketing set], 297 [AE & ... B Backlight, 46, 285 Battery, 30, 32, 44, 285, 287, 321 charging, 30 pack, 285, 287, 322, 365 [Battery info], 321 [Battery order], 287 [Beep], 281 Body cap, 5, 34, 368 419 Symbols K (Single-point AF), 64, 65 I(Dynamic-area AF), 64, 65, 269 H(Auto-area AF), 64, 65 S, 62, 68, 74, 268...