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...following website: http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in movie form, is displayed in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution ...194-196 i Error Messages ➜ 0 183-185 If a warning is available from the "question and answer" index. i Troubleshooting ➜ Camera behaving unexpectedly? Help Use the camera's on-board help on menu items and other topics. i The Index Search by function or menu name. 0 vi-x i The Q&A Index ...
...following website: http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in movie form, is displayed in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution ...194-196 i Error Messages ➜ 0 183-185 If a warning is available from the "question and answer" index. i Troubleshooting ➜ Camera behaving unexpectedly? Help Use the camera's on-board help on menu items and other topics. i The Index Search by function or menu name. 0 vi-x i The Q&A Index ...
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... remaining 26 Battery level 25 Auto off ? How much charge does the battery have left? Can I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I view more shots can I display a framing grid in another language? How do these icons mean? How do I display the menus in...
... remaining 26 Battery level 25 Auto off ? How much charge does the battery have left? Can I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I view more shots can I display a framing grid in another language? How do these icons mean? How do I display the menus in...
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... the self-timer? Can I focus on the memory card? How do I take snapshots? Can I create "light trails" behind moving objects? Can I choose how the camera focuses? How do I take pictures with a small file size for printing at large sizes? How do I keep the flash from beeping? How do I keep the... firing? How do I take pictures for e-mail? How do I avoid "red-eye"? How do I shoot a series of the camera? How do I use the GUIDE position on the front of photos in a focus point? How do I preserve details in shadows and highlights? How do I "freeze...
... the self-timer? Can I focus on the memory card? How do I take snapshots? Can I create "light trails" behind moving objects? Can I choose how the camera focuses? How do I take pictures with a small file size for printing at large sizes? How do I keep the flash from beeping? How do I keep the... firing? How do I take pictures for e-mail? How do I avoid "red-eye"? How do I shoot a series of the camera? How do I use the GUIDE position on the front of photos in a focus point? How do I preserve details in shadows and highlights? How do I "freeze...
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... I make copies that look like photos of photos? How do I view photos in on photos during playback? Can I make JPEG copies of recording on the camera? Can I print photos? Can I create retouched copies of miniatures? Can I remove "red-eye"? How do I protect photos from my photos? How do I copy a photo to...
... I make copies that look like photos of photos? How do I view photos in on photos during playback? Can I make JPEG copies of recording on the camera? Can I print photos? Can I create retouched copies of miniatures? Can I remove "red-eye"? How do I protect photos from my photos? How do I copy a photo to...
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How do I keep the file number from being reset when I set the camera clock? How do I insert a new memory card? How do I adjust settings? Key phrase 0 The DK-5 eyepiece cap 55 Approved memory cards 167 Compatible lenses 157 ... do I reset file numbering to 1? How do I use ? Is there a quick way to for a menu or message? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I clean the camera? How do I use ? What memory cards can I restore default settings? Who do I go to access recently-used settings? How do I get help for servicing and...
How do I keep the file number from being reset when I set the camera clock? How do I insert a new memory card? How do I adjust settings? Key phrase 0 The DK-5 eyepiece cap 55 Approved memory cards 167 Compatible lenses 157 ... do I reset file numbering to 1? How do I use ? Is there a quick way to for a menu or message? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I clean the camera? How do I use ? What memory cards can I restore default settings? Who do I go to access recently-used settings? How do I get help for servicing and...
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...Your Safety ...xi Notices...xiii Introduction 1 Overview...1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 The Camera Body ...2 The Mode Dial...4 The Viewfinder...5 The Information Display...6 The Command Dial ...8 The Power Switch...10 Camera Menus...11 Using Camera Menus ...12 First Steps ...14 Charge the Battery ...14 Insert the ...Memory Card ...21 Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...23 Basic Photography and Playback 25 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i and j Modes 25 Step 1: Turn the Camera On 25 Step 2: Select i or j Mode 27 Step 3: Frame the Photograph 27 Step 4: Focus ...28 Step 5: Shoot ...29 Creative ...
...Your Safety ...xi Notices...xiii Introduction 1 Overview...1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 The Camera Body ...2 The Mode Dial...4 The Viewfinder...5 The Information Display...6 The Command Dial ...8 The Power Switch...10 Camera Menus...11 Using Camera Menus ...12 First Steps ...14 Charge the Battery ...14 Insert the ...Memory Card ...21 Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...23 Basic Photography and Playback 25 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i and j Modes 25 Step 1: Turn the Camera On 25 Step 2: Select i or j Mode 27 Step 3: Frame the Photograph 27 Step 4: Focus ...28 Step 5: Shoot ...29 Creative ...
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... 35 The Guide Menu...35 Shoot: Taking Pictures in Guide Mode 37 View/Delete: Viewing and Deleting Pictures in Guide Mode 39 Set up: Changing Camera Settings in Guide Mode 40 More on Photography (All Modes) 41 Focus ...41 Focus Mode...41 AF-Area Mode ...44 Focus Point Selection ...46 Focus...
... 35 The Guide Menu...35 Shoot: Taking Pictures in Guide Mode 37 View/Delete: Viewing and Deleting Pictures in Guide Mode 39 Set up: Changing Camera Settings in Guide Mode 40 More on Photography (All Modes) 41 Focus ...41 Focus Mode...41 AF-Area Mode ...44 Focus Point Selection ...46 Focus...
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... Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback 101 The Playback Menu...102 Slide Shows...104 Connections 105 Connecting to a Computer 105 Before Connecting the Camera 105 Connecting the Camera ...106 Printing Photographs...107 Connecting the Printer...107 Printing Pictures One at a Time 108 Printing Multiple Pictures 110 Creating Index Prints...113 Creating a DPOF...
... Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback 101 The Playback Menu...102 Slide Shows...104 Connections 105 Connecting to a Computer 105 Before Connecting the Camera 105 Connecting the Camera ...106 Printing Photographs...107 Connecting the Printer...107 Printing Pictures One at a Time 108 Printing Multiple Pictures 110 Creating Index Prints...113 Creating a DPOF...
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B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 124 Reset Setup Options...125 LCD Brightness ...125 Info Display Format ...125 Auto Info Display ...127 Video Mode ...127 Time Zone and Date...127 ...
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 124 Reset Setup Options...125 LCD Brightness ...125 Info Display Format ...125 Auto Info Display ...127 Video Mode ...127 Time Zone and Date...127 ...
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Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 162 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 162 Other Accessories...166 Approved Memory Cards 167 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 168 Caring for the Camera...169 Storage ...169 Cleaning ...169 The Low-Pass Filter ...170 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 174 Available Settings...176 Memory Card Capacity ...177 Exposure Program...178 Troubleshooting ...179 Display ...179 Shooting (All Modes)...180 Shooting (P, S, A, M) ...181 Playback ...182 Miscellaneous ...182 Error Messages...183 Specifications...186 Battery Life ...193 Index...194 x
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 162 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 162 Other Accessories...166 Approved Memory Cards 167 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 168 Caring for the Camera...169 Storage ...169 Cleaning ...169 The Low-Pass Filter ...170 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 174 Available Settings...176 Memory Card Capacity ...177 Exposure Program...178 Troubleshooting ...179 Display ...179 Shooting (All Modes)...180 Shooting (P, S, A, M) ...181 Playback ...182 Miscellaneous ...182 Error Messages...183 Specifications...186 Battery Life ...193 Index...194 x
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...should be no less than one meter (39 in the event of an infant or child could cause temporary visual impairment. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in or close to the subject's eyes could result in injury. A Using the viewfinder diopter control When operating the ...inspection. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following symbol: A This icon marks warnings. Keep these safety instructions where all warnings before using the flash • Using the camera with the flash in close contact with the skin ...
...should be no less than one meter (39 in the event of an infant or child could cause temporary visual impairment. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in or close to the subject's eyes could result in injury. A Using the viewfinder diopter control When operating the ...inspection. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following symbol: A This icon marks warnings. Keep these safety instructions where all warnings before using the flash • Using the camera with the flash in close contact with the skin ...
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...as necklaces or hairpins. • Batteries are using an AC adapter, be sure it to heat or flame. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it is off and allow the battery to cool. • Discontinue... precautions when handling the quick charger • Keep dry. Failure to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for inspection. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to observe this precaution could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. A CD-ROMs CD-...
...as necklaces or hairpins. • Batteries are using an AC adapter, be sure it to heat or flame. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it is off and allow the battery to cool. • Discontinue... precautions when handling the quick charger • Keep dry. Failure to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for inspection. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to observe this precaution could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. A CD-ROMs CD-...
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... format the device and then completely refill it with this Nikon digital camera are designated for separate collection at right could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking...
... format the device and then completely refill it with this Nikon digital camera are designated for separate collection at right could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking...
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... a company. Do not use by the government is prohibited. xv Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be provided for business use this product for the purpose of copyrighted creative works such as books, music...
... a company. Do not use by the government is prohibited. xv Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be provided for business use this product for the purpose of copyrighted creative works such as books, music...
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...camera on a trip), take a test shot to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on important occasions (such as at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon....com/support/ • For users in your area. Nikon will not be available from product malfunction. Additional information may result from the Nikon representative in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon...information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ xvi A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long ...
...camera on a trip), take a test shot to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on important occasions (such as at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon....com/support/ • For users in your area. Nikon will not be available from product malfunction. Additional information may result from the Nikon representative in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon...information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ xvi A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long ...
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... settings are used. 1 D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by the original retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to these services). D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. A Camera Settings The explanations in this manual...
... settings are used. 1 D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by the original retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to these services). D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. A Camera Settings The explanations in this manual...
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The Camera Body X 1 2 3 4 5 11 20 21 12 6 7 13 8 22 9 10 14 23 15 24 16 17 18 19 1 Mode dial 4 2 Focal plane mark (E 49 3 R (...body cap 10 CPU contacts 11 Built-in flash 58 12 M (flash mode) button ......... 58 Y (flash compensation) button 79 13 Eyelet for camera strap 14 Connector cover 15 E (self-timer) button 57 Fn (function) button ...........134 16 Mounting index 16 17 Lens release button 17 18 ... manual. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to a printer ..107 2 Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with...
The Camera Body X 1 2 3 4 5 11 20 21 12 6 7 13 8 22 9 10 14 23 15 24 16 17 18 19 1 Mode dial 4 2 Focal plane mark (E 49 3 R (...body cap 10 CPU contacts 11 Built-in flash 58 12 M (flash mode) button ......... 58 Y (flash compensation) button 79 13 Eyelet for camera strap 14 Connector cover 15 E (self-timer) button 57 Fn (function) button ...........134 16 Mounting index 16 17 Lens release button 17 18 ... manual. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to a printer ..107 2 Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with...
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The Camera Body (Continued) 2 1 9 10 11 3 12 13 X 4 14 5 15 6 16 17 7 18 8 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 23 2 DK-20 rubber eyecup 3 Monitor Viewing settings 6 Viewing pictures 32 Full-...
The Camera Body (Continued) 2 1 9 10 11 3 12 13 X 4 14 5 15 6 16 17 7 18 8 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 23 2 DK-20 rubber eyecup 3 Monitor Viewing settings 6 Viewing pictures 32 Full-...
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... (0 31): Freeze motion for dynamic ground in landscape shots. sports shots. p Child (0 31): Create portraits of digital cameras. P-Programmed auto (0 68): A-Aperture-priority auto Camera chooses shutter (0 70): Adjust aperture to speed and aperture, user soften background details or controls other small objects. l...- o Night portrait (0 31): Shoot portraits Clothing and background details are vividly against a dimly-lit backdrop. The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following modes: X ❚❚ GUIDE Mode g (0 35): Take and view pictures and adjust settings...
... (0 31): Freeze motion for dynamic ground in landscape shots. sports shots. p Child (0 31): Create portraits of digital cameras. P-Programmed auto (0 68): A-Aperture-priority auto Camera chooses shutter (0 70): Adjust aperture to speed and aperture, user soften background details or controls other small objects. l...- o Night portrait (0 31): Shoot portraits Clothing and background details are vividly against a dimly-lit backdrop. The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following modes: X ❚❚ GUIDE Mode g (0 35): Take and view pictures and adjust settings...
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... orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in the monitor when the R button is pressed. The Information Display Shooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, and the number ...
... orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in the monitor when the R button is pressed. The Information Display Shooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, and the number ...