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... Small Picture 92 Image Overlay 94 Technical Notes 96 Optional Accessories 96 Lenses ...97 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 99 Other Accessories 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Caring for the Camera 104 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 106 Troubleshooting 108 Camera Error Messages and Displays 111 Appendix 113 Specifications 119 Index 123 vi...
... Small Picture 92 Image Overlay 94 Technical Notes 96 Optional Accessories 96 Lenses ...97 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 99 Other Accessories 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Caring for the Camera 104 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 106 Troubleshooting 108 Camera Error Messages and Displays 111 Appendix 113 Specifications 119 Index 123 vi...
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... from being reset when I do I set the clock? How much charge does the battery have left? What lenses can I use ? What accessories are available for my camera? How do with this warning mean? Two-button reset How do I change the self timer delay? What does... level 15 Exposure 39 Self timer, remote control 33 Optional flash units 99 Lenses 97 Accessories for the D40 96 Approved memory cards 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Servicing the camera x Cleaning the camera 104 Camera Setup Question Key phrase How do I change time zones when I turn off...
... from being reset when I do I set the clock? How much charge does the battery have left? What lenses can I use ? What accessories are available for my camera? How do with this warning mean? Two-button reset How do I change the self timer delay? What does... level 15 Exposure 39 Self timer, remote control 33 Optional flash units 99 Lenses 97 Accessories for the D40 96 Approved memory cards 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Servicing the camera x Cleaning the camera 104 Camera Setup Question Key phrase How do I change time zones when I turn off...
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...) is used : This icon marks cautions, information that more information is supported with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Mounting index: 8 6. Introduction Thank you enjoy taking pictures with your purchase of a Nikon D40 single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera with interchangeable lenses. This icon marks settings that may be adjusted using the product. Rear cover: 8 7. Focal length scale...
...) is used : This icon marks cautions, information that more information is supported with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Mounting index: 8 6. Introduction Thank you enjoy taking pictures with your purchase of a Nikon D40 single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera with interchangeable lenses. This icon marks settings that may be adjusted using the product. Rear cover: 8 7. Focal length scale...
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... or M/A-M switch, select A (autofocus) or M/A (autofocus with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Remove the rear lens cap from entering the camera when exchanging lenses. 1 Turn the camera off when removing or exchanging lenses. Care should be taken to prevent dust from the lens. 2 Keeping the mounting index on... the camera body, position the lens in the camera's bayonet mount and rotate the ...
... or M/A-M switch, select A (autofocus) or M/A (autofocus with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Remove the rear lens cap from entering the camera when exchanging lenses. 1 Turn the camera off when removing or exchanging lenses. Care should be taken to prevent dust from the lens. 2 Keeping the mounting index on... the camera body, position the lens in the camera's bayonet mount and rotate the ...
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...focus manually or when using a lens that support M/A (autofocus with manual priority), focus can be adjusted manually with your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark on Photography (All Modes)/Focus Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between the lens mounting flange ... focal plane is displayed. Photographs can be taken at any time, even when the image is in .). 28 Reference: More on the camera body. With lenses that offers A-M selection, select M when focusing manually. The Electronic Range Finder If the lens has a maximum aperture of the subject in...
...focus manually or when using a lens that support M/A (autofocus with manual priority), focus can be adjusted manually with your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark on Photography (All Modes)/Focus Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between the lens mounting flange ... focal plane is displayed. Photographs can be taken at any time, even when the image is in .). 28 Reference: More on the camera body. With lenses that offers A-M selection, select M when focusing manually. The Electronic Range Finder If the lens has a maximum aperture of the subject in...
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... focal lengths of the AF-assist lamp may be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. Lenses that block the subject's view of 18- 200mm ( 97-98). The shutter release may interfere with red-eye reduction. See "Flash Compensation" for several consecutive ...)/Using the Built-in Flash In rear-curtain sync, the flash fires just before the shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of macro zoom lenses. Front-curtain sync Rear curtain sync 36 Reference: More on controlling flash level ( 48). For information on optional flash units (Speedlights), see below at left...
... focal lengths of the AF-assist lamp may be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. Lenses that block the subject's view of 18- 200mm ( 97-98). The shutter release may interfere with red-eye reduction. See "Flash Compensation" for several consecutive ...)/Using the Built-in Flash In rear-curtain sync, the flash fires just before the shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of macro zoom lenses. Front-curtain sync Rear curtain sync 36 Reference: More on controlling flash level ( 48). For information on optional flash units (Speedlights), see below at left...
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...Small aperture (large f-/number) Slow shutter speed Large aperture (small f/-number) Reference: P, S, A, and M Modes 39 Non-CPU lenses can be achieved with an aperture ring. Use to "bulb" or "--" for best results. Set shutter speed to blur background or ...: Mode P Programmed auto ( 40) S Shutter-priority auto ( 41) A Aperture-priority auto ( 42) M Manual ( 43) Description Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for best results. camera selects aperture for long time-exposures. Lens Aperture Ring When using the lens aperture ring (in P, S, A, and M modes.
...Small aperture (large f-/number) Slow shutter speed Large aperture (small f/-number) Reference: P, S, A, and M Modes 39 Non-CPU lenses can be achieved with an aperture ring. Use to "bulb" or "--" for best results. Set shutter speed to blur background or ...: Mode P Programmed auto ( 40) S Shutter-priority auto ( 41) A Aperture-priority auto ( 42) M Manual ( 43) Description Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for best results. camera selects aperture for long time-exposures. Lens Aperture Ring When using the lens aperture ring (in P, S, A, and M modes.
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...brighter or darker. Type D lens Reference: P, S, A, and M Modes/Exposure 45 The following options are not equipped with CPU lenses only. Camera meters a wide area of the frame and instantly sets exposure according to center area. In matrix metering, exposure is used The metering... 5- Metering Metering is available with a lens aperture ring. CPU lenses can also be identified by the presence of brightness, color, distance, and composition for results that subject will meter center focus area). Camera meters exposure in most situations. Metering ( 75) Metering can be...
...brighter or darker. Type D lens Reference: P, S, A, and M Modes/Exposure 45 The following options are not equipped with CPU lenses only. Camera meters a wide area of the frame and instantly sets exposure according to center area. In matrix metering, exposure is used The metering... 5- Metering Metering is available with a lens aperture ring. CPU lenses can also be identified by the presence of brightness, color, distance, and composition for results that subject will meter center focus area). Camera meters exposure in most situations. Metering ( 75) Metering can be...
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... Step 1. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to infinity; Image Dust Off Dust off when the shutter-release button is used for photographs taken with CPU lenses only. In autofocus mode, focus will be displayed. Reference images can be used...the Image Dust Off option in NEF (RAW) photographs. for more information. The monitor turns off ref photo is available with different lenses or at least 50mm is displayed when reference images are viewed on the camera. If using computer imaging software. A grid pattern is recommended.
... Step 1. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to infinity; Image Dust Off Dust off when the shutter-release button is used for photographs taken with CPU lenses only. In autofocus mode, focus will be displayed. Reference images can be used...the Image Dust Off option in NEF (RAW) photographs. for more information. The monitor turns off ref photo is available with different lenses or at least 50mm is displayed when reference images are viewed on the camera. If using computer imaging software. A grid pattern is recommended.
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...digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of the area exposed by a 35-mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the lens by about 1.5. Picture Angle and Focal Length The size of accessories they support. See our web sites or product catalogs for up-to-date information on accessories for use with your Nikon digital camera... are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NONNIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. The approximate focal length of lenses for the D40 in ...
...digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of the area exposed by a 35-mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the lens by about 1.5. Picture Angle and Focal Length The size of accessories they support. See our web sites or product catalogs for up-to-date information on accessories for use with your Nikon digital camera... are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NONNIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. The approximate focal length of lenses for the D40 in ...
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... can be used when shifting or tilting lens. 5. other CPU lenses (including AF lenses not equipped with the D40. Technical Notes/Optional Accessories 97 Electronic range finder can only be used . Camera setting Focus Mode Metering Lens/accessory AF MF (with electronic range finder) MF Digital Vari Program, P, S, A M , , 1 AF-S, AF-I Nikkor 9 9 9 9 99 PC-Micro Nikkor...
... can be used when shifting or tilting lens. 5. other CPU lenses (including AF lenses not equipped with the D40. Technical Notes/Optional Accessories 97 Electronic range finder can only be used . Camera setting Focus Mode Metering Lens/accessory AF MF (with electronic range finder) MF Digital Vari Program, P, S, A M , , 1 AF-S, AF-I Nikkor 9 9 9 9 99 PC-Micro Nikkor...
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...; AF-S ED 17-35mm f/2.8D • AF-S DX IF ED 17-55mm f/2.8G • AF-S ED 28-70mm f/2.8D Lenses that block the subject's view of 18-300mm. range 3.0m / 9ft. 10in. 1.0m / 3ft. 3in. 2.0m / 6ft... 6ft. 7in. 98 Technical Notes/Optional Accessories The flash may block the AF-assist illuminator and interfere with the following lenses: • AF-S VR ED 70-200mm f/2.8G • AF-S ED 80-200mm f/2.8D • AF-S ...-400mm f/4G • AF-S VR 200mm f/2G At ranges under 1m (3ft. 3in.), the following lenses at ranges less than those given below: Lens AF-S DX ED 12-24mm f/4G AF-S ED 17-...
...; AF-S ED 17-35mm f/2.8D • AF-S DX IF ED 17-55mm f/2.8G • AF-S ED 28-70mm f/2.8D Lenses that block the subject's view of 18-300mm. range 3.0m / 9ft. 10in. 1.0m / 3ft. 3in. 2.0m / 6ft... 6ft. 7in. 98 Technical Notes/Optional Accessories The flash may block the AF-assist illuminator and interfere with the following lenses: • AF-S VR ED 70-200mm f/2.8G • AF-S ED 80-200mm f/2.8D • AF-S ...-400mm f/4G • AF-S VR 200mm f/2G At ranges under 1m (3ft. 3in.), the following lenses at ranges less than those given below: Lens AF-S DX ED 12-24mm f/4G AF-S ED 17-...
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...Adapter When the AS-15 accessory shoe adapter (available separately) is mounted on D40, flash mode is automatically set to TTL and light only. Auto ISO 9 ...release is attached. 4. Before using a Nikon Speedlight not listed in flash and use ...Digital SLR is used to select flash mode. Set Speedlight to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of 1/500s or slower. Standard i-TTL for Digi- 7. When mounted on the camera accessory shoe, flash accessories can be selected from camera Custom Settings menu ( 78). 8. Nikkor lenses...
...Adapter When the AS-15 accessory shoe adapter (available separately) is mounted on D40, flash mode is automatically set to TTL and light only. Auto ISO 9 ...release is attached. 4. Before using a Nikon Speedlight not listed in flash and use ...Digital SLR is used to select flash mode. Set Speedlight to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of 1/500s or slower. Standard i-TTL for Digi- 7. When mounted on the camera accessory shoe, flash accessories can be selected from camera Custom Settings menu ( 78). 8. Nikkor lenses...
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...camera before first use. • Turn the power off , or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are recommended for details on the above when the cam- All cards of the designated make and capacity can be used with autofocus or electronic range finding. • The D40... Lexar 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB* * If card will be used , regardless of card. Test diopter adjustment lenses before inserting or removing memory cards. Use Nikon filters; other filters may occur if a filter is used when the subject is framed against a bright light or when a ...
...camera before first use. • Turn the power off , or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are recommended for details on the above when the cam- All cards of the designated make and capacity can be used with autofocus or electronic range finding. • The D40... Lexar 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB* * If card will be used , regardless of card. Test diopter adjustment lenses before inserting or removing memory cards. Use Nikon filters; other filters may occur if a filter is used when the subject is framed against a bright light or when a ...
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Remove dust and lint with a soft cloth or chamois leather. Servicing the Camera and Accessories The D40 is inspected or serviced. 104 Technical Notes/Caring for the Camera Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for example, near a space heater or in a closed vehicle in a hot... lenses or optional Speedlights, should be taken to avoid injury caused by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to temperatures above 50°C/122°F (for an extended period, turn the camera ...
Remove dust and lint with a soft cloth or chamois leather. Servicing the Camera and Accessories The D40 is inspected or serviced. 104 Technical Notes/Caring for the Camera Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for example, near a space heater or in a closed vehicle in a hot... lenses or optional Speedlights, should be taken to avoid injury caused by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to temperatures above 50°C/122°F (for an extended period, turn the camera ...
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...extended periods. Used batteries are removed or exchanged. The D40, however, is in place, be adhering to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are a valuable resource. Once warmed, a cold battery.... Batteries may adhere to flame or excessive heat. Photographs affected by authorized Nikon service personnel ( x). Please recycle used batteries in photographs taken under certain conditions. Once inside the camera, this equipment. • Do not expose the battery to the low-...
...extended periods. Used batteries are removed or exchanged. The D40, however, is in place, be adhering to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are a valuable resource. Once warmed, a cold battery.... Batteries may adhere to flame or excessive heat. Photographs affected by authorized Nikon service personnel ( x). Please recycle used batteries in photographs taken under certain conditions. Once inside the camera, this equipment. • Do not expose the battery to the low-...
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...common problems below . - Select Full for preset white balance. Autoexposure lock in use optional diopter adjustment lenses. 14, 102 Displays turn the camera off without warning. another setting or insert memory card. 4, 12 Image size can not be changed . Turn ...the camera off delay. 78 Camera stops functioning See "A Note on . In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. Image was not created with temperature. - of focus. display varies with D40. 72 Full range available. Menu item...
...common problems below . - Select Full for preset white balance. Autoexposure lock in use optional diopter adjustment lenses. 14, 102 Displays turn the camera off without warning. another setting or insert memory card. 4, 12 Image size can not be changed . Turn ...the camera off delay. 78 Camera stops functioning See "A Note on . In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. Image was not created with temperature. - of focus. display varies with D40. 72 Full range available. Menu item...
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.... electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster. * IX Nikkor lenses can be used †Excluding lenses for Camera File System (DCF) 2.0 and Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) • NEF (RAW): compressed 12-bit • JPEG: JPEG... (Small) Lens mount Nikon F mount with interchangeable lenses Effective pixels 6.1 million CCD Image size (pixels) 23.7×15.6mm; continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AFS/AF-C selection (AF-A); Specifications Type Single-lens reflex digital camera with AF coupling and AF contacts Compatible lenses* Type G or D...
.... electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster. * IX Nikkor lenses can be used †Excluding lenses for Camera File System (DCF) 2.0 and Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) • NEF (RAW): compressed 12-bit • JPEG: JPEG... (Small) Lens mount Nikon F mount with interchangeable lenses Effective pixels 6.1 million CCD Image size (pixels) 23.7×15.6mm; continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AFS/AF-C selection (AF-A); Specifications Type Single-lens reflex digital camera with AF coupling and AF contacts Compatible lenses* Type G or D...
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...Flash-ready indicator Accessory shoe Nikon Creative Lighting System X-contact only; shutter-priority auto (S); fill-flash and red-eye reduction available with optional Speedlight • : Auto, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with flexible program; blinks for digital SLR available when CPU lens is...Exposure compensation Exposure lock Three-mode through-the-lens (TTL) exposure metering 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR and standard i-TTL fill-flash for about 2.5% of 75% given to 1/500 s TTL flash control by 420-segment RGB...
...Flash-ready indicator Accessory shoe Nikon Creative Lighting System X-contact only; shutter-priority auto (S); fill-flash and red-eye reduction available with optional Speedlight • : Auto, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with flexible program; blinks for digital SLR available when CPU lens is...Exposure compensation Exposure lock Three-mode through-the-lens (TTL) exposure metering 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR and standard i-TTL fill-flash for about 2.5% of 75% given to 1/500 s TTL flash control by 420-segment RGB...
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... Unless otherwise stated, all figures are performed with charge state and shooting conditions. The battery level displayed by the camera may vary with VR lenses • Repeated autofocus operations To ensure maximum battery performance: • Keep the battery contacts clean. The following can..., English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish Power source • One rechargeable Nikon EN-EL9 Li-ion battery; flash fired with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambi- The number of ½50s, the shutter...
... Unless otherwise stated, all figures are performed with charge state and shooting conditions. The battery level displayed by the camera may vary with VR lenses • Repeated autofocus operations To ensure maximum battery performance: • Keep the battery contacts clean. The following can..., English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish Power source • One rechargeable Nikon EN-EL9 Li-ion battery; flash fired with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambi- The number of ½50s, the shutter...