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... (RAW) photos to use as a base for a painting? How do I focus the viewfinder? How do I set the camera clock? Maintenance and Optional Accessories What memory cards can I use ? What lenses can I use ? Menus and Settings How do I adjust settings in the information display? How do I ...use the menus? How do with the supplied eyepiece cap? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I trim movie footage on my photos? What other accessories are available for my camera? Can I display menus in the monitor? What do I do I copy a photo to make JPEG copies of RAW (...
... (RAW) photos to use as a base for a painting? How do I focus the viewfinder? How do I set the camera clock? Maintenance and Optional Accessories What memory cards can I use ? What lenses can I use ? Menus and Settings How do I adjust settings in the information display? How do I ...use the menus? How do with the supplied eyepiece cap? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I trim movie footage on my photos? What other accessories are available for my camera? Can I display menus in the monitor? What do I do I copy a photo to make JPEG copies of RAW (...
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......165 Technical Notes 167 Compatible Lenses...167 Compatible CPU Lenses ...167 Compatible Non-CPU Lenses 169 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 172 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 173 Other Accessories...176 Approved Memory Cards 177 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 178 Caring for the Camera...179 Storage ...179 Cleaning ...179 The...
......165 Technical Notes 167 Compatible Lenses...167 Compatible CPU Lenses ...167 Compatible Non-CPU Lenses 169 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 172 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 173 Other Accessories...176 Approved Memory Cards 177 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 178 Caring for the Camera...179 Storage ...179 Cleaning ...179 The...
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... GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could interfere with this electronic circuitry. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice...
... GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could interfere with this electronic circuitry. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice...
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...camera is used . 1 information that should be serviced once every three to the camera. A This icon marks notes; D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by all who use with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be included when the camera is a precision...read before using the camera. 0 This icon marks references to other pages in this manual. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. To get X the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep ...
...camera is used . 1 information that should be serviced once every three to the camera. A This icon marks notes; D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by all who use with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be included when the camera is a precision...read before using the camera. 0 This icon marks references to other pages in this manual. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. To get X the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep ...
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...) button ...........146 17 Mounting mark 16 18 Lens release button 17 19 Mirror 182 20 Lens mount 63 21 Accessory shoe cover .........172 22 Accessory shoe (for optional flash units 172 23 Accessory terminal 177 24 USB connector Connecting to a computer 116 Connecting to it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to...
...) button ...........146 17 Mounting mark 16 18 Lens release button 17 19 Mirror 182 20 Lens mount 63 21 Accessory shoe cover .........172 22 Accessory shoe (for optional flash units 172 23 Accessory terminal 177 24 USB connector Connecting to a computer 116 Connecting to it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to...
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... displayed include an additional page of the camera clock. The GP-1 GPS Unit The GP-1 GPS unit (available separately) can be connected to the camera's accessory terminal (0 177) using the cable supplied with GP-1. Turn the camera off automatically when the GP-1 is searching for at least two seconds. for Auto...
... displayed include an additional page of the camera clock. The GP-1 GPS Unit The GP-1 GPS unit (available separately) can be connected to the camera's accessory terminal (0 177) using the cable supplied with GP-1. Turn the camera off automatically when the GP-1 is searching for at least two seconds. for Auto...
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.... 7 When AF 80-200mm f/2.8, AF 35-70mm f/2.8, AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (New), or AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 lenses are listed below: Camera setting Focus Mode Metering Lens/accessory MF (with shifting or tilting. 4 The camera's exposure metering and flash control systems may be displayed when the image on the matte screen in the...
.... 7 When AF 80-200mm f/2.8, AF 35-70mm f/2.8, AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (New), or AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 lenses are listed below: Camera setting Focus Mode Metering Lens/accessory MF (with shifting or tilting. 4 The camera's exposure metering and flash control systems may be displayed when the image on the matte screen in the...
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... mode disables the shutter release. Reflex NIKKOR - - ✔ - ✔2 - P, S, A M L, M, N AI-, AI-modified NIKKOR or Nikon Series E lenses - ✔1 ✔ - ✔2 - see "Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses," below. PC NIKKOR - ✔4 ✔ - ✔2 - PN-11) - ✔1 ✔ - ✔2 -... the camera metering system, i-TTL flash control, and other features requiring a CPU lens can not be used with the D3100: • TC-16AS AF teleconverter • Non-AI lenses • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (...
... mode disables the shutter release. Reflex NIKKOR - - ✔ - ✔2 - P, S, A M L, M, N AI-, AI-modified NIKKOR or Nikon Series E lenses - ✔1 ✔ - ✔2 - see "Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses," below. PC NIKKOR - ✔4 ✔ - ✔2 - PN-11) - ✔1 ✔ - ✔2 -... the camera metering system, i-TTL flash control, and other features requiring a CPU lens can not be used with the D3100: • TC-16AS AF teleconverter • Non-AI lenses • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (...
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...600, and SB-400. 1 Remove the accessory shoe cover. 2 Mount the flash unit on the camera accessory shoe, flash accessories can be connected via a sync cable. See the manual provided with the flash unit for more information. Before using a Nikon flash unit not listed in flash will ...when an optional flash unit is attached. The built-in this section, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative for details. The accessory shoe is mounted on the accessory shoe. D Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon flash units. n 172 A The AS-15 Sync Terminal Adapter When the AS-...
...600, and SB-400. 1 Remove the accessory shoe cover. 2 Mount the flash unit on the camera accessory shoe, flash accessories can be connected via a sync cable. See the manual provided with the flash unit for more information. Before using a Nikon flash unit not listed in flash will ...when an optional flash unit is attached. The built-in this section, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative for details. The accessory shoe is mounted on the accessory shoe. D Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon flash units. n 172 A The AS-15 Sync Terminal Adapter When the AS-...
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...in the viewfinder to be used with Viewfinder eyepiece correction lenses. n 176 USB cable USB Cable UC-E4: Connect the camera to a TV. • Use Nikon filters; eyepiece • Magnifier DG-2: The DG-2 magnifies the scene displayed in the center of -5, -4, -3, -2, 0, +0.5, +1, +2, and +3 m-1 when ... be achieved. Use eyepiece correction lenses only if the desired focus can not be used). Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D3100. • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14 (0 14-15): Additional EN-EL14 batteries are ...
...in the viewfinder to be used with Viewfinder eyepiece correction lenses. n 176 USB cable USB Cable UC-E4: Connect the camera to a TV. • Use Nikon filters; eyepiece • Magnifier DG-2: The DG-2 magnifies the scene displayed in the center of -5, -4, -3, -2, 0, +0.5, +1, +2, and +3 m-1 when ... be achieved. Use eyepiece correction lenses only if the desired focus can not be used). Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D3100. • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14 (0 14-15): Additional EN-EL14 batteries are ...
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.... Body cap BF-1B and BF-1A Body Caps: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and lowpass filter free of Nikon software. The D3100 is not in use in place. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with the 2 next to the Internet. SD memory cards SDHC ... The following SD memory cards have not been tested. Most Nikon software offers an auto update feature when the computer is not in the D3100. Software Note: Use the latest versions of dust when a lens is connected to the accessory terminal (close the connector cover when the terminal is equipped...
.... Body cap BF-1B and BF-1A Body Caps: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and lowpass filter free of Nikon software. The D3100 is not in use in place. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with the 2 next to the Internet. SD memory cards SDHC ... The following SD memory cards have not been tested. Most Nikon software offers an auto update feature when the computer is not in the D3100. Software Note: Use the latest versions of dust when a lens is connected to the accessory terminal (close the connector cover when the terminal is equipped...
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..., Monitor wipe the surface lightly with a soft cloth or chamois leather. Remove dust and lint with a blower. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is used professionally. Lens, mirror, and viewfinder These glass elements are poorly ventilated or subject to remove dust and lint, then wipe... one to these services). Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not covered under warranty. Nikon recommends that it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in a dry, well-ventilated area. After Camera using an aerosol blower...
..., Monitor wipe the surface lightly with a soft cloth or chamois leather. Remove dust and lint with a blower. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is used professionally. Lens, mirror, and viewfinder These glass elements are poorly ventilated or subject to remove dust and lint, then wipe... one to these services). Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not covered under warranty. Nikon recommends that it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in a dry, well-ventilated area. After Camera using an aerosol blower...
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... frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is fired at full output Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with built-in flash or optional flash unit such as System (CLS...
... frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is fired at full output Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with built-in flash or optional flash unit such as System (CLS...
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Interface USB Video output HDMI output Accessory terminal Hi-Speed USB NTSC, PAL Type C mini-pin HDMI connector Remote cord: MC-DC2 (available separately) GPS unit: GP-1 (available separately) Supported languages Supported ..., Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish Power source Battery AC adapter One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL14 battery EH-5a AC adapter; Nikon will not be held liable for a camera with battery and memory card but without prior notice. n 199 requires EP-5A power connector (available separately) Tripod...
Interface USB Video output HDMI output Accessory terminal Hi-Speed USB NTSC, PAL Type C mini-pin HDMI connector Remote cord: MC-DC2 (available separately) GPS unit: GP-1 (available separately) Supported languages Supported ..., Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish Power source Battery AC adapter One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL14 battery EH-5a AC adapter; Nikon will not be held liable for a camera with battery and memory card but without prior notice. n 199 requires EP-5A power connector (available separately) Tripod...
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... may focus on the background and the subject may have difficulty focusing on subjects that contain many fine details. A Supplied Accessories • 52 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-52 A Optional Accessories • 52 mm screw-on filters • LF-1 and LF-4 rear lens caps • Flexible Lens Pouch CL-0815...
... may focus on the background and the subject may have difficulty focusing on subjects that contain many fine details. A Supplied Accessories • 52 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-52 A Optional Accessories • 52 mm screw-on filters • LF-1 and LF-4 rear lens caps • Flexible Lens Pouch CL-0815...
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... II .........79 3D-tracking 58 3D-tracking (11 points) (AF-area mode 58 420-pixel RGB sensor 79 A A/V cable 126, 176 AC adapter 176, 178 Accessories 176 Active D-Lighting 85, 146 Adobe RGB 133 AE lock 80, 146 AE-L 80, 146 AE-L/AF-L 146 AE-L/AF-L button 61, 80, 146 AF...
... II .........79 3D-tracking 58 3D-tracking (11 points) (AF-area mode 58 420-pixel RGB sensor 79 A A/V cable 126, 176 AC adapter 176, 178 Accessories 176 Active D-Lighting 85, 146 Adobe RGB 133 AE lock 80, 146 AE-L 80, 146 AE-L/AF-L 146 AE-L/AF-L button 61, 80, 146 AF...