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...i The Table of "watch and learn" manuals in movie form, is displayed in "For Your Safety" (pg. i Troubleshooting ➜ pp. 407-413 Camera behaving unexpectedly? Digitutor Digitutor, a series of Contents Find items by key word. ➜ pp. 442-448 i Error Messages ➜ pp. 414-420 If... started taking pictures right away. Find the solution here. Find it from : i The Q&A Index ➜ pp. A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from the "question and answer" index. xviii). i The Index Search by function or menu name. ➜ pp. Where to Find It Find what...
...i The Table of "watch and learn" manuals in movie form, is displayed in "For Your Safety" (pg. i Troubleshooting ➜ pp. 407-413 Camera behaving unexpectedly? Digitutor Digitutor, a series of Contents Find items by key word. ➜ pp. 442-448 i Error Messages ➜ pp. 414-420 If... started taking pictures right away. Find the solution here. Find it from : i The Q&A Index ➜ pp. A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from the "question and answer" index. xviii). i The Index Search by function or menu name. ➜ pp. Where to Find It Find what...
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Memory cards are sold separately. ❏ D3X digital camera (pg. 3) ❏ BF-1A body cap (pp. 4, 391) ❏ BS-2 accessory shoe cover (pg. 3) ❏ EN-EL4a rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover (pp. 32, 34) ❏ MH-22 quick charger with your camera. A. only) i Package Contents Be sure all items listed here were...
Memory cards are sold separately. ❏ D3X digital camera (pg. 3) ❏ BF-1A body cap (pp. 4, 391) ❏ BS-2 accessory shoe cover (pg. 3) ❏ EN-EL4a rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover (pp. 32, 34) ❏ MH-22 quick charger with your camera. A. only) i Package Contents Be sure all items listed here were...
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...Global Storage Technologies in the United States and other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. CompactFlash is a trademark. information...or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to the camera. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are used: D This icon marks cautions; HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition ...
...Global Storage Technologies in the United States and other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. CompactFlash is a trademark. information...or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to the camera. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are used: D This icon marks cautions; HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition ...
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... 319 50, 318 iv Live view Can I focus the viewfinder? AF fine tune See page 60 69 72 90 162 181 308 361 ❚❚ Camera Setup Question How do I control how photos are processed? How do I keep the monitor from turning off? Picture Controls How do I preserve details in 35mm...
... 319 50, 318 iv Live view Can I focus the viewfinder? AF fine tune See page 60 69 72 90 162 181 308 361 ❚❚ Camera Setup Question How do I control how photos are processed? How do I keep the monitor from turning off? Picture Controls How do I preserve details in 35mm...
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... 40, 349 347 204 293 304 319 345 349 358 ❚❚ Menus and Displays Question Key phrase How do I get more information on a different D3X camera? How do I get more information about the battery? How do I restore Custom Setting defaults? How do I adjust monitor brightness for menus or playback? Using the...
... 40, 349 347 204 293 304 319 345 349 358 ❚❚ Menus and Displays Question Key phrase How do I get more information on a different D3X camera? How do I get more information about the battery? How do I restore Custom Setting defaults? How do I adjust monitor brightness for menus or playback? Using the...
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... do I freeze or blur moving objects? control How do I reset file numbering to ensure optimal exposure? Release mode Can I control how the camera focuses? How can I get more shots can I take pictures under low light without the flash? Exposure mode f (shutter-priority auto) How ...do I keep both foreground and background in focus? Shooting speed Can I clean the camera or lens? Question How do I blur background details or keep the file number from being reset when I insert a new memory card? How ...
... do I freeze or blur moving objects? control How do I reset file numbering to ensure optimal exposure? Release mode Can I control how the camera focuses? How can I get more shots can I take pictures under low light without the flash? Exposure mode f (shutter-priority auto) How ...do I keep both foreground and background in focus? Shooting speed Can I clean the camera or lens? Question How do I blur background details or keep the file number from being reset when I insert a new memory card? How ...
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...a photo White balance using different white balance settings? Exposure compensation 128 How do I record multiple shots as a single photograph? Key phrase Camera playback See page 226 Photo info Photo info, highlights 229 231, 282 vii Long time-exposures 122 Can I view my photographs on the... camera? Exposure delay mode 325 ❚❚ Viewing Photographs Question Can I vary exposure or flash level automatically over a series of my photos...
...a photo White balance using different white balance settings? Exposure compensation 128 How do I record multiple shots as a single photograph? Key phrase Camera playback See page 226 Photo info Photo info, highlights 229 231, 282 vii Long time-exposures 122 Can I view my photographs on the... camera? Exposure delay mode 325 ❚❚ Viewing Photographs Question Can I vary exposure or flash level automatically over a series of my photos...
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... as they 're in focus? Image review Can I record a voice memo on the camera? D-Lighting Can I get rid of an unwanted photo? Playback zoom Can I hide selected photos? Filter effects Can I use camera to create JPEG copies of my photos may be Display mode: overexposed? Protect Can I ...Key phrase How do I get rid of red eye? highlights How do I create a monochrome copy of a photograph? Trim Can I tell where the camera focused? Red-eye correction Can I crop photographs on photos? Image overlay See page 366 367 368 369 370 370 371 viii Delete Can I bring out...
... as they 're in focus? Image review Can I record a voice memo on the camera? D-Lighting Can I get rid of an unwanted photo? Playback zoom Can I hide selected photos? Filter effects Can I use camera to create JPEG copies of my photos may be Display mode: overexposed? Protect Can I ...Key phrase How do I get rid of red eye? highlights How do I create a monochrome copy of a photograph? Trim Can I tell where the camera focused? Red-eye correction Can I crop photographs on photos? Image overlay See page 366 367 368 369 370 370 371 viii Delete Can I bring out...
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... do I print photographs? Television playback Can I print photos without a computer? What AC adapters, remote cords, and viewfinder accessories are available for my camera? What software is available for my camera? HDMI How do I copy photos to a computer How do I order professional prints? Printing photographs Can I view my photos in High Definition? What...
... do I print photographs? Television playback Can I print photos without a computer? What AC adapters, remote cords, and viewfinder accessories are available for my camera? What software is available for my camera? HDMI How do I copy photos to a computer How do I order professional prints? Printing photographs Can I view my photos in High Definition? What...
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... 8 The Rear Control Panel 10 The Viewfinder Display 12 The Shooting Information Display 14 The Command Dials 16 Quick Start Guide 23 Tutorial 25 Camera Menus 26 Using Camera Menus 28 Help ...31 First Steps 32 Charge the Battery 32 Insert the Battery 34 Attach a Lens 37 Basic Setup 39 Insert a Memory...
... 8 The Rear Control Panel 10 The Viewfinder Display 12 The Shooting Information Display 14 The Command Dials 16 Quick Start Guide 23 Tutorial 25 Camera Menus 26 Using Camera Menus 28 Help ...31 First Steps 32 Charge the Battery 32 Insert the Battery 34 Attach a Lens 37 Basic Setup 39 Insert a Memory...
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... Noise Reduction 300 High ISO NR 300 ISO Sensitivity Settings 301 Live View 301 Multiple Exposure 301 Interval Timer Shooting 301 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 302 B: Custom Setting Bank 304 xiv Menu Guide 277 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 278 Delete 281 Playback Folder 281 Hide Image 281 Display...
... Noise Reduction 300 High ISO NR 300 ISO Sensitivity Settings 301 Live View 301 Multiple Exposure 301 Interval Timer Shooting 301 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 302 B: Custom Setting Bank 304 xiv Menu Guide 277 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 278 Delete 281 Playback Folder 281 Hide Image 281 Display...
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... 340 f7: Customize Command Dials 341 f8: Release Button to Use Dial 343 f9: No Memory Card 344 f10: Reverse Indicators 345 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 346 Format Memory Card 347 LCD Brightness 347 Lock Mirror up for Cleaning 347 Video Mode 348 HDMI 348 World Time 349 Language 349...
... 340 f7: Customize Command Dials 341 f8: Release Button to Use Dial 343 f9: No Memory Card 344 f10: Reverse Indicators 345 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 346 Format Memory Card 347 LCD Brightness 347 Lock Mirror up for Cleaning 347 Video Mode 348 HDMI 348 World Time 349 Language 349...
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... My Menu 378 Reordering Options in My Menu 379 Displaying Recent Settings 380 Technical Notes 381 Compatible Lenses 382 Other Accessories 387 Caring for the Camera 395 Storage 395 Cleaning 395 Replacing the Focusing Screen 396 Replacing the Clock Battery 398 The Low-Pass Filter 400 Caring for the...
... My Menu 378 Reordering Options in My Menu 379 Displaying Recent Settings 380 Technical Notes 381 Compatible Lenses 382 Other Accessories 387 Caring for the Camera 395 Storage 395 Cleaning 395 Replacing the Focusing Screen 396 Replacing the Clock Battery 398 The Low-Pass Filter 400 Caring for the...
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... product should be repaired only by the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in this Nikon product. ❚❚ WARNINGS A Keep the sun out of the frame Keep the sun well out of malfunction Should you... taken not to put your finger in injury. After removing the battery, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read them. To prevent possible injury, read all those...
... product should be repaired only by the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in this Nikon product. ❚❚ WARNINGS A Keep the sun out of the frame Keep the sun well out of malfunction Should you... taken not to put your finger in injury. After removing the battery, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read them. To prevent possible injury, read all those...
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A Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of battery could result in injury. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Use only ... battery to flame or to excessive heat. • Do not immerse in or expose to leakage when fully discharged. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. A Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas...
A Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of battery could result in injury. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Use only ... battery to flame or to excessive heat. • Do not immerse in or expose to leakage when fully discharged. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. A Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas...
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...being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of this electronic circuitry. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are circulated in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking. The use of the government has been obtained,... or reproductions are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may void your Nikon warranty. The copying or reproduction of making illegal copies or to the highest standards and include complex electronic...
...being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of this electronic circuitry. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are circulated in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking. The use of the government has been obtained,... or reproductions are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may void your Nikon warranty. The copying or reproduction of making illegal copies or to the highest standards and include complex electronic...
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... ensure that may be held liable for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ xxiv A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at the following URL for damages or lost profits that the camera is available online at weddings or before taking the camera on digital imaging and photography.
... ensure that may be held liable for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ xxiv A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at the following URL for damages or lost profits that the camera is available online at weddings or before taking the camera on digital imaging and photography.
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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 Top Control Panel pg. 8 The Rear Control Panel pg. 10 The Viewfinder Display pg. 12 The Shooting Information Display pg. 14 The Command Dials pg. 16 Quick Start Guide pg. 23 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 Top Control Panel pg. 8 The Rear Control Panel pg. 10 The Viewfinder Display pg. 12 The Shooting Information Display pg. 14 The Command Dials pg. 16 Quick Start Guide pg. 23 1
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...professionally. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Nikon recommends that fees apply to get the most from the camera, and keep them where they will be read by all those who use with the camera, such as lenses or optional...one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that the camera be inspected by Nikon specifically for your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly ...
...professionally. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Nikon recommends that fees apply to get the most from the camera, and keep them where they will be read by all those who use with the camera, such as lenses or optional...one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that the camera be inspected by Nikon specifically for your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly ...
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...you read through the rest of the manual. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and X refer to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Camera Body 1 D (bracketing) 11 Shutter-release button ...... 55, 56 button 131, 135, 328 12 E (exposure compensation) 2 ...Release mode dial button 128 lock release 87 13 Eyelet for camera strap 5 3 Release mode dial 87 14 I (exposure mode) 4 Eyelet for camera strap 5 button 113 5 M (flash mode) button 196 Q (format) button 45 6 F (command lock) 15 Top ...
...you read through the rest of the manual. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and X refer to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Camera Body 1 D (bracketing) 11 Shutter-release button ...... 55, 56 button 131, 135, 328 12 E (exposure compensation) 2 ...Release mode dial button 128 lock release 87 13 Eyelet for camera strap 5 3 Release mode dial 87 14 I (exposure mode) 4 Eyelet for camera strap 5 button 113 5 M (flash mode) button 196 Q (format) button 45 6 F (command lock) 15 Top ...