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WARNINGS Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder Viewing the sun or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use in this could... around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of different types. • Do not attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards. • Do not short or disassemble the battery. • Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat. • Do not...
WARNINGS Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder Viewing the sun or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use in this could... around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of different types. • Do not attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards. • Do not short or disassemble the battery. • Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat. • Do not...
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... output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for an extended period, the battery may become hot. Playing CD-ROMs on battery power for the purpose, to maintain compliance with liquid crystal Should...viewfinder When operating the diopter adjustment control with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins. • Batteries are distributed should you notice any changes in burns or fire. • Using the flash... player could cause temporary visual impairment. Before removing the battery, turn the camera off and allow the battery to your eye accidentally.
... output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for an extended period, the battery may become hot. Playing CD-ROMs on battery power for the purpose, to maintain compliance with liquid crystal Should...viewfinder When operating the diopter adjustment control with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins. • Batteries are distributed should you notice any changes in burns or fire. • Using the flash... player could cause temporary visual impairment. Before removing the battery, turn the camera off and allow the battery to your eye accidentally.
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... Your Safety ii Notices ...iv Introduction...1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 First Steps ...7 Attaching a Lens 7 Charging and Inserting the Battery 8 Basic Setup 10 Inserting Memory Cards 11 Adjusting Viewfinder Focus 13 Tutorial: Photography and Playback 14 Taking Photographs in Mode 14 Digital Vari-Programs 19 Choosing a Shooting Mode 21 Using the...
... Your Safety ii Notices ...iv Introduction...1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 First Steps ...7 Attaching a Lens 7 Charging and Inserting the Battery 8 Basic Setup 10 Inserting Memory Cards 11 Adjusting Viewfinder Focus 13 Tutorial: Photography and Playback 14 Taking Photographs in Mode 14 Digital Vari-Programs 19 Choosing a Shooting Mode 21 Using the...
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...Move cursor up Menu navigation ( 28) Display previous page Return to control the display of photo information during playback. Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Camera Body (continued) Viewfinder eyepiece: 5, 13, 16 Viewfinder eyepiece cup: 13 (shooting mode) button: 21 [Reset button...image quality/ size) button: 32] [ (playback zoom) button: 55] Reset switch: 120 Tripod socket Monitor: 24, 26 Battery-chamber cover latch: 9 Battery-chamber cover: 9 Multi selector The multi selector is used for menu navigation and to previous menu Cancel Display next page Display sub-...
...Move cursor up Menu navigation ( 28) Display previous page Return to control the display of photo information during playback. Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Camera Body (continued) Viewfinder eyepiece: 5, 13, 16 Viewfinder eyepiece cup: 13 (shooting mode) button: 21 [Reset button...image quality/ size) button: 32] [ (playback zoom) button: 55] Reset switch: 120 Tripod socket Monitor: 24, 26 Battery-chamber cover latch: 9 Battery-chamber cover: 9 Multi selector The multi selector is used for menu navigation and to previous menu Cancel Display next page Display sub-...
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Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Control Panel 1 11 2 3 10 4 9 8 5 6 7 1 Shutter speed 40-45 8 Number of exposures remaining ... 14 Exposure compensation value ....... 47 Number of shots remaining Flash compensation value ...;lls 21 Sensitivity (ISO equivalency 39 Preset white balance recording 2 Sensitivity (ISO) indicator 39 indicator 79 Auto sensitivity indicator......... 91, 92 PC mode indicator 59 3 Battery indicator 14 9 "K" (appears when memory remains 4 Flash sync mode 36 for over 1000 exposures 5 5 Image quality 31 10 "Beep" indicator 88 6 Image size 32 ...
Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera Control Panel 1 11 2 3 10 4 9 8 5 6 7 1 Shutter speed 40-45 8 Number of exposures remaining ... 14 Exposure compensation value ....... 47 Number of shots remaining Flash compensation value ...;lls 21 Sensitivity (ISO equivalency 39 Preset white balance recording 2 Sensitivity (ISO) indicator 39 indicator 79 Auto sensitivity indicator......... 91, 92 PC mode indicator 59 3 Battery indicator 14 9 "K" (appears when memory remains 4 Flash sync mode 36 for over 1000 exposures 5 5 Image quality 31 10 "Beep" indicator 88 6 Image size 32 ...
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...if there is inserted. Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera 3 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 14 15 16 17 1 Reference circle for center-weighted metering 96 2 Focus brackets (focus areas) .... 16, 33 3 "No memory card" warning .. 11, 123 4 Battery indicator 14 5 Focus indicator 17, 35, 123 ...will show 1.2 K). The Viewfinder Display 1 When the battery is turned off with a battery and memory card inserted, the number of exposures remaining will be displayed in the control panel. 5 Camera Off Display If the camera is totally exhausted, the display in the viewfinder will...
...if there is inserted. Introduction-Getting to Know the Camera 3 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 14 15 16 17 1 Reference circle for center-weighted metering 96 2 Focus brackets (focus areas) .... 16, 33 3 "No memory card" warning .. 11, 123 4 Battery indicator 14 5 Focus indicator 17, 35, 123 ...will show 1.2 K). The Viewfinder Display 1 When the battery is turned off with a battery and memory card inserted, the number of exposures remaining will be displayed in the control panel. 5 Camera Off Display If the camera is totally exhausted, the display in the viewfinder will...
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... it from the charger and unplug the charger. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair its performance, or prevent it in. 1.2 Place the battery in the vicinity of this manual, together with a local Nikon-authorized retailer or service representative. It may become hot during use abroad; 8 consult with any warnings...
... it from the charger and unplug the charger. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair its performance, or prevent it in. 1.2 Place the battery in the vicinity of this manual, together with a local Nikon-authorized retailer or service representative. It may become hot during use abroad; 8 consult with any warnings...
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Replace the terminal cover when the battery is off before removing the battery. Removing the Battery Turn the camera off , open the battery chamber cover. 2.2 Insert a fully charged battery as shown at right. Close the battery chamber cover. Introduction-First Steps 2 Insert the battery 2.1 After confirming that the camera is not in use. 9
Replace the terminal cover when the battery is off before removing the battery. Removing the Battery Turn the camera off , open the battery chamber cover. 2.2 Insert a fully charged battery as shown at right. Close the battery chamber cover. Introduction-First Steps 2 Insert the battery 2.1 After confirming that the camera is not in use. 9
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...may contain. Be sure all photographs and other data they may drop if cards are formatted in to eject (ቢ). Do not turn camera off or remove battery or memory card until formatting is complete. The card can then be removed by hand (ባ). 12 Introduction-First Steps 2 Format the ... before formatting the card. 2.1 2.2 Highlight Yes. Begin formatting. Removing Memory Cards 1 Confirm that the access lamp is off. 2 Turn the camera off when formatting is complete. 2.3 Monitor turns off and open the memory card slot cover. 3 Press the card in a computer.
...may contain. Be sure all photographs and other data they may drop if cards are formatted in to eject (ቢ). Do not turn camera off or remove battery or memory card until formatting is complete. The card can then be removed by hand (ባ). 12 Introduction-First Steps 2 Format the ... before formatting the card. 2.1 2.2 Highlight Yes. Begin formatting. Removing Memory Cards 1 Confirm that the access lamp is off. 2 Turn the camera off when formatting is complete. 2.3 Monitor turns off and open the memory card slot cover. 3 Press the card in a computer.
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... exposure count displays in response to shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on 1.1 Remove the lens cap and turn on the memory card. Battery partially discharged. panel finder Description - Battery fully charged. - Check the number of photographs that can be stored on and the display in ... the display will light. The control panel will turn the camera on. The monitor remains off during shooting. 1.2 Check the battery level in the viewfinder will flash as shown at right. charged spare battery. No further pictures can be taken until the memory card ...
... exposure count displays in response to shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on 1.1 Remove the lens cap and turn on the memory card. Battery partially discharged. panel finder Description - Battery fully charged. - Check the number of photographs that can be stored on and the display in ... the display will light. The control panel will turn the camera on. The monitor remains off during shooting. 1.2 Check the battery level in the viewfinder will flash as shown at right. charged spare battery. No further pictures can be taken until the memory card ...
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... off so that it gently downward until is required, photographs can be turned off 18 Remove lens hoods when using the flash. To save battery power when the flash is not in flash will not fire even when lighting is pressed halfway. Once the flash is...
... off so that it gently downward until is required, photographs can be turned off 18 Remove lens hoods when using the flash. To save battery power when the flash is not in flash will not fire even when lighting is pressed halfway. Once the flash is...
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... the command dial. See "Optional Accessories" ( 108) for information on the preceding page. See the Appendix for details. Lowering the Built-in Flash To save battery power when the flash is taken. The flash has a minimum range of 18-300 mm (CPU lenses; Select a metering method and set exposure...
... the command dial. See "Optional Accessories" ( 108) for information on the preceding page. See the Appendix for details. Lowering the Built-in Flash To save battery power when the flash is taken. The flash has a minimum range of 18-300 mm (CPU lenses; Select a metering method and set exposure...
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... Step" set to prevent loss of power while the shutter is open while the camera shutter-release button is displayed instead of the exposure metering system are exceeded, the display will remain open . Nikon recommends using a fully-charged battery or an optional EH-5 AC adapter to "1/2 Step" Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Underexposed...
... Step" set to prevent loss of power while the shutter is open while the camera shutter-release button is displayed instead of the exposure metering system are exceeded, the display will remain open . Nikon recommends using a fully-charged battery or an optional EH-5 AC adapter to "1/2 Step" Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Underexposed...
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..., be sure the camera battery is running Nikon Capture 4 Camera Control, set USB to select Mass Storage before use or use an EH-5 AC adapter (available separately). age editing options. If in the control panel and viewfinder while Camera Control is fully charged... a computer. pear in doubt, charge the battery before reconnecting the camera. Before connecting the camera to a computer running . 59 Before connecting the camera, choose a camera USB option ( 71) according to exit the wizard, and then disconnect the camera. Click Cancel to the computer operating system: ...
..., be sure the camera battery is running Nikon Capture 4 Camera Control, set USB to select Mass Storage before use or use an EH-5 AC adapter (available separately). age editing options. If in the control panel and viewfinder while Camera Control is fully charged... a computer. pear in doubt, charge the battery before reconnecting the camera. Before connecting the camera to a computer running . 59 Before connecting the camera, choose a camera USB option ( 71) according to exit the wizard, and then disconnect the camera. Click Cancel to the computer operating system: ...
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...can only be printed directly from the camera. If the center supports DPOF ( 128), photographs can be selected for printing using Print Set ( 67). • Transfer the pictures using PictureProject and print them using Nikon Capture 4 version 4.3 or later (...digital print center. Printing Photographs Photographs can be printed by any of the following methods: • Connect the camera to a printer and print photographs directly from the camera ( 63). • Insert the memory card in a printer equipped with a card slot (see the PictureProject Reference Manual, on the camera battery...
...can only be printed directly from the camera. If the center supports DPOF ( 128), photographs can be selected for printing using Print Set ( 67). • Transfer the pictures using PictureProject and print them using Nikon Capture 4 version 4.3 or later (...digital print center. Printing Photographs Photographs can be printed by any of the following methods: • Connect the camera to a printer and print photographs directly from the camera ( 63). • Insert the memory card in a printer equipped with a card slot (see the PictureProject Reference Manual, on the camera battery...
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Video Mode Before connecting your camera to list all options. Nikon recommends resetting the clock monthly. Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu The Clock Battery The clock-calendar is powered by an optional EH-5 AC adapter. Three days of charging will power the clock for about ...mode setting that matches the video standard used in the control panel, the clock battery is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed or the camera is exhausted and the clock has been reset. If the icon flashes...
Video Mode Before connecting your camera to list all options. Nikon recommends resetting the clock monthly. Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu The Clock Battery The clock-calendar is powered by an optional EH-5 AC adapter. Three days of charging will power the clock for about ...mode setting that matches the video standard used in the control panel, the clock battery is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed or the camera is exhausted and the clock has been reset. If the icon flashes...
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... USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID 104 YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Optional Accessories One advantage of digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of accessories available for broadening the scope of accessory are available for the D50: Flash units (Speedlights) ML-L3 remote control Viewfinder accessories Lenses Batteries Software Filters AC...
... USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID 104 YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Optional Accessories One advantage of digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of accessories available for broadening the scope of accessory are available for the D50: Flash units (Speedlights) ML-L3 remote control Viewfinder accessories Lenses Batteries Software Filters AC...
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...64257;nder to be used to power the camera for extended periods. ♦MH-19 Multi Charger: The MH-19 can charge two pairs of batteries of different types, for the D50. The ML-L3 uses a 3 V CR2025 battery. ቢ ባ ቤ ...cameras), or EN-3 batteries for details. Eyepiece adapter required (available separately). ♦Eyepiece Adapter: Use to attach the DG-2 Magnifier to the D50. ♦DR-6 Right-Angle Viewing Attachment: The DR-6 attaches at a right angle to prevent blur caused by camera shake. The charger can be viewed from local retailers and Nikon...
...64257;nder to be used to power the camera for extended periods. ♦MH-19 Multi Charger: The MH-19 can charge two pairs of batteries of different types, for the D50. The ML-L3 uses a 3 V CR2025 battery. ቢ ባ ቤ ...cameras), or EN-3 batteries for details. Eyepiece adapter required (available separately). ♦Eyepiece Adapter: Use to attach the DG-2 Magnifier to the D50. ♦DR-6 Right-Angle Viewing Attachment: The DR-6 attaches at a right angle to prevent blur caused by camera shake. The charger can be viewed from local retailers and Nikon...
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...176;C/122 °F (for example, near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a hot day) or below -10 °C (14 °F) Cleaning Camera body Use a blower to equipment that : • are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of liquid. Remove dust and lint with a blower. the display will... lightly with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in place. Technical Notes-Caring for the Camera The Monitor Should the monitor break, care should be used for an extended period, remove the battery, and store the battery in a cool, dry area with care. Remove Lens, dust and lint with a ...
...176;C/122 °F (for example, near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a hot day) or below -10 °C (14 °F) Cleaning Camera body Use a blower to equipment that : • are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of liquid. Remove dust and lint with a blower. the display will... lightly with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in place. Technical Notes-Caring for the Camera The Monitor Should the monitor break, care should be used for an extended period, remove the battery, and store the battery in a cool, dry area with care. Remove Lens, dust and lint with a ...
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...will be displayed. 3 Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will blink in photographs. Use a Reliable Power Source To prevent the camera from adhering directly to the down position and the shutter curtain will be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the low-pass fi...pass filter, examine the filter for prolonged inspec- 116 tion or cleaning of foreign objects on the low-pass filter as the camera's picture element is raised, use a fullycharged battery or an EH-5 AC adapter (available separately) for dust or lint.
...will be displayed. 3 Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will blink in photographs. Use a Reliable Power Source To prevent the camera from adhering directly to the down position and the shutter curtain will be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the low-pass fi...pass filter, examine the filter for prolonged inspec- 116 tion or cleaning of foreign objects on the low-pass filter as the camera's picture element is raised, use a fullycharged battery or an EH-5 AC adapter (available separately) for dust or lint.