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...need, the following website: http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html A For Your Safety Before using the camera. 0 This icon marks references to other topics. A This icon marks notes; Help Use the camera's on menu items and other pages in this manual assume that default settings are used : D ...and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product. Digitutor Digitutor, a series of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. information that should be read the safety instructions in bold. To get the most from the following symbols and conventions ...
...need, the following website: http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html A For Your Safety Before using the camera. 0 This icon marks references to other topics. A This icon marks notes; Help Use the camera's on menu items and other pages in this manual assume that default settings are used : D ...and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product. Digitutor Digitutor, a series of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. information that should be read the safety instructions in bold. To get the most from the following symbols and conventions ...
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...i Release Modes Can I take photos in quick succession? 111 How do I take pictures with the self-timer? 114 i Focus Can I choose how the camera focuses? 97 Can I choose the focus point? 103 i Exposure Can I make photos brighter or darker? 137 How do I preserve details in an automatic ... a time-lapse movie? How can I get more pictures on the memory card? 90, 93 Viewing Photographs 0 i Playback How do I view photographs on the camera? 235 How do I view more information about a photo? 238 Can I view photos in shadows and highlights? 184, 186 i Image Quality and Size How do...
...i Release Modes Can I take photos in quick succession? 111 How do I take pictures with the self-timer? 114 i Focus Can I choose how the camera focuses? 97 Can I choose the focus point? 103 i Exposure Can I make photos brighter or darker? 137 How do I preserve details in an automatic ... a time-lapse movie? How can I get more pictures on the memory card? 90, 93 Viewing Photographs 0 i Playback How do I view photographs on the camera? 235 How do I view more information about a photo? 238 Can I view photos in shadows and highlights? 184, 186 i Image Quality and Size How do...
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...? How do I keep the displays from turning off? How do I use? 192 What other accessories are available for my camera? How do I get help for a menu or message? 0 19 316, 317 38 30, 348 36 207, 295, 305 22 Connections 0 How do I copy photos...442 What lenses can I restore default settings? How do I focus the viewfinder? How do I format memory cards? What software is available for my camera? 391 How do I clean the camera? 398 Where should I use ? 385 What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use the menus? Retouching Photographs 0 How do I create retouched ...
...? How do I keep the displays from turning off? How do I use? 192 What other accessories are available for my camera? How do I get help for a menu or message? 0 19 316, 317 38 30, 348 36 207, 295, 305 22 Connections 0 How do I copy photos...442 What lenses can I restore default settings? How do I focus the viewfinder? How do I format memory cards? What software is available for my camera? 391 How do I clean the camera? 398 Where should I use ? 385 What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use the menus? Retouching Photographs 0 How do I create retouched ...
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... Top Control Panel 7 The Rear Control Panel 9 The Viewfinder Display 11 The Information Display 13 The BS-2 Accessory Shoe Cover 17 Tutorial 19 Camera Menus 19 Using Camera Menus 20 Help ...22 First Steps 23 Charge the Battery 23 Insert the Battery 25 Attach a Lens 28 Basic Setup 30 Insert a Memory Card...
... Top Control Panel 7 The Rear Control Panel 9 The Viewfinder Display 11 The Information Display 13 The BS-2 Accessory Shoe Cover 17 Tutorial 19 Camera Menus 19 Using Camera Menus 20 Help ...22 First Steps 23 Charge the Battery 23 Insert the Battery 25 Attach a Lens 28 Basic Setup 30 Insert a Memory Card...
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... 251 The Playback Menu 253 Voice Memos 255 Recording Voice Memos 255 Playing Voice Memos 260 Connections 263 Connecting to a Computer 263 Before Connecting the Camera 263 Direct USB Connection 267 Ethernet and Wireless Networks 269 Printing Photographs 271 Connecting the Printer 272 Printing Pictures One at a Time 273 Printing Multiple...
... 251 The Playback Menu 253 Voice Memos 255 Recording Voice Memos 255 Playing Voice Memos 260 Connections 263 Connecting to a Computer 263 Before Connecting the Camera 263 Direct USB Connection 267 Ethernet and Wireless Networks 269 Printing Photographs 271 Connecting the Printer 272 Printing Pictures One at a Time 273 Printing Multiple...
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... Space 299 Vignette Control 300 Auto Distortion Control 301 Long Exposure NR (Long Exposure Noise Reduction) ...302 High ISO NR 302 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 303 Custom Settings Bank 305 a: Autofocus 307 a1: AF-C Priority Selection 307 a2: AF-S Priority Selection 308 a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On 309...
... Space 299 Vignette Control 300 Auto Distortion Control 301 Long Exposure NR (Long Exposure Noise Reduction) ...302 High ISO NR 302 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 303 Custom Settings Bank 305 a: Autofocus 307 a1: AF-C Priority Selection 307 a2: AF-S Priority Selection 308 a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On 309...
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... 340 g1: Assign Fn Button 340 g2: Assign Preview Button 341 g3: Assign Sub-selector Center 342 g4: Assign Shutter Button 343 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 344 Format Memory Card 345 Monitor Brightness 345 Image Dust Off Ref Photo 346 Flicker Reduction 348 Time Zone and Date 348 Language 349...
... 340 g1: Assign Fn Button 340 g2: Assign Preview Button 341 g3: Assign Sub-selector Center 342 g4: Assign Shutter Button 343 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 344 Format Memory Card 345 Monitor Brightness 345 Image Dust Off Ref Photo 346 Flicker Reduction 348 Time Zone and Date 348 Language 349...
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...Recent Settings 380 Technical Notes 385 Compatible Lenses 385 Other Accessories 391 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 396 Caring for the Camera 398 Storage 398 Cleaning 398 The Low-Pass Filter 399 "Clean Now 399 "Clean at Startup/Shutdown 400 Manual Cleaning 402 Replacing... the Clock Battery 406 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 408 Defaults 412 Exposure Program 418 Troubleshooting 419 Error Messages 424 Specifications 430 Calibrating Batteries 440 Approved Memory ...
...Recent Settings 380 Technical Notes 385 Compatible Lenses 385 Other Accessories 391 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 396 Caring for the Camera 398 Storage 398 Cleaning 398 The Low-Pass Filter 399 "Clean Now 399 "Clean at Startup/Shutdown 400 Manual Cleaning 402 Replacing... the Clock Battery 406 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 408 Defaults 412 Exposure Program 418 Troubleshooting 419 Error Messages 424 Specifications 430 Calibrating Batteries 440 Approved Memory ...
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...to put your finger in or close to a Nikonauthorized service center for inspection. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read them. The consequences that could result in injury. xiii Continued operation could...event of the frame malfunction when shooting backlit subjects. Should you notice smoke or an Sunlight focused into the camera unusual smell coming from failure to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. A Do not disassemble Touching the product's internal parts could cause permanent visual ...
...to put your finger in or close to a Nikonauthorized service center for inspection. For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read them. The consequences that could result in injury. xiii Continued operation could...event of the frame malfunction when shooting backlit subjects. Should you notice smoke or an Sunlight focused into the camera unusual smell coming from failure to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. A Do not disassemble Touching the product's internal parts could cause permanent visual ...
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...periods may leak or explode if improperly handled. A Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of this equipment, consult a physician immediately. A Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may result in lowtemperature ...approved for extended periods while the devices are prone to replace the clock battery. Do not transport or store the battery with the camera, battery, or charger for use in this equipment. • Use only CR1616 lithium batteries to leakage when fully discharged. Dispose of...
...periods may leak or explode if improperly handled. A Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of this equipment, consult a physician immediately. A Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may result in lowtemperature ...approved for extended periods while the devices are prone to replace the clock battery. Do not transport or store the battery with the camera, battery, or charger for use in this equipment. • Use only CR1616 lithium batteries to leakage when fully discharged. Dispose of...
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...books, music, paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is prohibited. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry. For more information ...8226; Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of non-Nikon electronic accessories could interfere with this Nikon digital camera are designed to infringe copyright laws. Do not use by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift...
...books, music, paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is prohibited. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry. For more information ...8226; Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of non-Nikon electronic accessories could interfere with this Nikon digital camera are designed to infringe copyright laws. Do not use by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift...
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... LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. Nikon recommends that the camera be included when the camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon will not be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to... or optional flash units, should be inspected by Nikon specifically for damages or lost profits that the camera is used with your Nikon digital camera are particularly recommended if the camera is functioning normally. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR...
... LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. Nikon recommends that the camera be included when the camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon will not be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to... or optional flash units, should be inspected by Nikon specifically for damages or lost profits that the camera is used with your Nikon digital camera are particularly recommended if the camera is functioning normally. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR...
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Quick Start Guide Follow these steps for a quick start with the D4. 1 Attach the camera strap. Attach the battery-chamber cover before inserting the battery. 3 Attach a lens (0 28). xxii Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. 2 Charge (0 23) and insert (0 25) the battery.
Quick Start Guide Follow these steps for a quick start with the D4. 1 Attach the camera strap. Attach the battery-chamber cover before inserting the battery. 3 Attach a lens (0 28). xxii Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. 2 Charge (0 23) and insert (0 25) the battery.
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4 Insert a memory card (0 33). See page 38 for information on (0 40). Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, then press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to AF (autofocus). 7 Focus and shoot (0 43, 44). K button Focus indicator xxiii Focus-mode selector Rotate the focus-mode selector to take the photograph. 8 View the photograph (0 46). Back 5 Turn the camera on adjusting viewfinder focus. 6 Select autofocus (0 97). A See Also For information on choosing a language and setting the time and date, see page 30.
4 Insert a memory card (0 33). See page 38 for information on (0 40). Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, then press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to AF (autofocus). 7 Focus and shoot (0 43, 44). K button Focus indicator xxiii Focus-mode selector Rotate the focus-mode selector to take the photograph. 8 View the photograph (0 46). Back 5 Turn the camera on adjusting viewfinder focus. 6 Select autofocus (0 97). A See Also For information on choosing a language and setting the time and date, see page 30.
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Memory cards are sold separately. • D4 digital camera (0 2) • BF-1B body cap (0 28, 394) X • BS-2 accessory shoe cover (0 17, 191) • EN-EL18 rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover (0 23, 25) • MH-26 battery charger with your camera. XIntroduction Package Contents Be sure all items listed here were included...
Memory cards are sold separately. • D4 digital camera (0 2) • BF-1B body cap (0 28, 394) X • BS-2 accessory shoe cover (0 17, 191) • EN-EL18 rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover (0 23, 25) • MH-26 battery charger with your camera. XIntroduction Package Contents Be sure all items listed here were included...
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... .......141, 145, 149, 335 Exposure compensation .........137 2 Release mode dial 11 I/Q button lock release 111 Exposure mode 125 3 Eyelet for camera strap xxii Formatting memory cards ....... 36 4 M button 12 Eyelet for camera strap xxii Flash mode 200 13 Top control panel 7 Flash compensation 202 14 Focal plane mark (E 109 5 Y button 15 Diopter...
... .......141, 145, 149, 335 Exposure compensation .........137 2 Release mode dial 11 I/Q button lock release 111 Exposure mode 125 3 Eyelet for camera strap xxii Formatting memory cards ....... 36 4 M button 12 Eyelet for camera strap xxii Flash mode 200 13 Top control panel 7 Flash compensation 202 14 Focal plane mark (E 109 5 Y button 15 Diopter...
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Failure to magnetic devices. Camera Body (Continued) X 1 Pv button 6 Vertical shooting shutter-release Using the Pv button button lock 42 67, 125, 333, 341 7 Fn button (vertical) 2 Sub-command dial ...
Failure to magnetic devices. Camera Body (Continued) X 1 Pv button 6 Vertical shooting shutter-release Using the Pv button button lock 42 67, 125, 333, 341 7 Fn button (vertical) 2 Sub-command dial ...
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Camera Body (Continued) X 1 Viewfinder 38 12 Live view selector 49, 63 2 Sub-selector 13 a button 104, 105, 135, 333, 342 Live view 49, 63 3 B button 14 ...
Camera Body (Continued) X 1 Viewfinder 38 12 Live view selector 49, 63 2 Sub-selector 13 a button 104, 105, 135, 333, 342 Live view 49, 63 3 B button 14 ...
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A LCD Illuminators Rotating the power switch toward D again. X 10 After the power switch is released, the backlights will remain lit for six seconds while the standby timer is active or until the shutter is released or the power switch is rotated toward D Power switch activates the standby timer, control panel backlights (LCD illuminators), and button backlights (0 322), making it easier to use the camera in the dark.
A LCD Illuminators Rotating the power switch toward D again. X 10 After the power switch is released, the backlights will remain lit for six seconds while the standby timer is active or until the shutter is released or the power switch is rotated toward D Power switch activates the standby timer, control panel backlights (LCD illuminators), and button backlights (0 322), making it easier to use the camera in the dark.
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... Active D-Lighting amount .........332 AF-area mode 101, 102 18 Network display 269 1 Functions as a pitch indicator when camera is rotated to take pictures in "tall" (portrait) orientation. 2 Functions as a roll indicator when camera is rotated to take pictures in the viewfinder will return to normal when a fullycharged battery is inserted. This...
... Active D-Lighting amount .........332 AF-area mode 101, 102 18 Network display 269 1 Functions as a pitch indicator when camera is rotated to take pictures in "tall" (portrait) orientation. 2 Functions as a roll indicator when camera is rotated to take pictures in the viewfinder will return to normal when a fullycharged battery is inserted. This...
