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viii-xiii i The Q&A Index ➜ pp. i Troubleshooting ➜ Camera behaving unexpectedly? Digitutor "Digitutor", a series of Contents Find items by key word. ➜ pp. ... you 're looking for the first time, read the safety instructions in "For Your Safety" (pg. Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for details. See page 21 for help on menu items and other topics. i The... here. xiv). Find the solution here. pp. 250-254 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from the "question and answer" index. Where to do but don't know the function name?
viii-xiii i The Q&A Index ➜ pp. i Troubleshooting ➜ Camera behaving unexpectedly? Digitutor "Digitutor", a series of Contents Find items by key word. ➜ pp. ... you 're looking for the first time, read the safety instructions in "For Your Safety" (pg. Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for details. See page 21 for help on menu items and other topics. i The... here. xiv). Find the solution here. pp. 250-254 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from the "question and answer" index. Where to do but don't know the function name?
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...All other trade names mentioned in the United States and/or other documentation provided with your Nikon product are registered trademarks of their respective holders. information that should be read before use to prevent damage to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are... or registered trademarks of the SD Card Association. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to the camera. information that should be read before using the camera. PictBridge and the SDHC logo are used: D This icon marks cautions; ii A This icon marks notes;
...All other trade names mentioned in the United States and/or other documentation provided with your Nikon product are registered trademarks of their respective holders. information that should be read before use to prevent damage to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are... or registered trademarks of the SD Card Association. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to the camera. information that should be read before using the camera. PictBridge and the SDHC logo are used: D This icon marks cautions; ii A This icon marks notes;
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...and highlights? Q&A Index Find what you're looking for my camera? Active D-Lighting How do I use? Using the menus How do I get quick access to recently-used settings? Battery level What does "exposure" mean ? Help Can I use the monitor as a viewfinder? Exposure What do I do ...does it work? Picture Controls How do I clean the camera or lens? Self timer, remote control What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use ? Accessories What memory cards can I ask to frequently-used settings? New Features Question Key phrase Can I get quick...
...and highlights? Q&A Index Find what you're looking for my camera? Active D-Lighting How do I use? Using the menus How do I get quick access to recently-used settings? Battery level What does "exposure" mean ? Help Can I use the monitor as a viewfinder? Exposure What do I do ...does it work? Picture Controls How do I clean the camera or lens? Self timer, remote control What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use ? Accessories What memory cards can I ask to frequently-used settings? New Features Question Key phrase Can I get quick...
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... after focusing? Is there a remote control for e-mail? Can I get more creative shots? How do I take photos at a reduced size for this camera? How do I create a multiple exposure? Can I take close ups of photographs quickly? How do I take bigger photographs? Can I freeze or blur ... I take pictures without the flash? Can the flash fire automatically when needed? Can I keep the flash from firing? How do I use the flash? Taking Photographs Question Is there an easy way to take snapshots? Key phrase See page Auto mode 34 Scene modes 41 ...
... after focusing? Is there a remote control for e-mail? Can I get more creative shots? How do I take photos at a reduced size for this camera? How do I create a multiple exposure? Can I take close ups of photographs quickly? How do I take bigger photographs? Can I freeze or blur ... I take pictures without the flash? Can the flash fire automatically when needed? Can I keep the flash from firing? How do I use the flash? Taking Photographs Question Is there an easy way to take snapshots? Key phrase See page Auto mode 34 Scene modes 41 ...
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... copy photos to a computer Printing photographs Printing via USB Can I print the date on TV? Image overlay Can I use the camera to retouch photographs? Fisheye Can I compare retouched copies with different colors? Is there an automatic playback ("slide show Television playback...single image? Quick retouch Can I delete several photos at once? Viewing and Retouching Photographs Question Key phrase Can I view my photographs on the camera? Deleting individual photos Can I straighten photographs? Can I adjust existing colors? How do I zoom in on pictures to make a small copy...
... copy photos to a computer Printing photographs Printing via USB Can I print the date on TV? Image overlay Can I use the camera to retouch photographs? Fisheye Can I compare retouched copies with different colors? Is there an automatic playback ("slide show Television playback...single image? Quick retouch Can I delete several photos at once? Viewing and Retouching Photographs Question Key phrase Can I view my photographs on the camera? Deleting individual photos Can I straighten photographs? Can I adjust existing colors? How do I zoom in on pictures to make a small copy...
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... Control Panel...7 The Viewfinder...9 The Shooting Information Display 10 The Command Dials ...13 Attaching the AN-DC1 Camera Strap 17 The BM-10 Monitor Cover 17 The DK-21 Viewfinder Eyepiece Cup 17 Camera Menus...18 Using Camera Menus ...19 Help ...21 First Steps ...22 Charge the Battery ...22 Insert the Battery ...23 Attach...
... Control Panel...7 The Viewfinder...9 The Shooting Information Display 10 The Command Dials ...13 Attaching the AN-DC1 Camera Strap 17 The BM-10 Monitor Cover 17 The DK-21 Viewfinder Eyepiece Cup 17 Camera Menus...18 Using Camera Menus ...19 Help ...21 First Steps ...22 Charge the Battery ...22 Insert the Battery ...23 Attach...
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... Focus ...59 Image Quality and Size ...61 Image Quality ...62 Image Size...63 Release Mode ...64 Continuous Mode ...65 Self-Timer Mode ($) ...66 Using an Optional Remote Control 68 Using the Built-in Flash...70 Flash Mode ...71 ISO Sensitivity...74 Two-Button Reset ...75 P, S, A, and M Modes 77 Shutter Speed and Aperture...
... Focus ...59 Image Quality and Size ...61 Image Quality ...62 Image Size...63 Release Mode ...64 Continuous Mode ...65 Self-Timer Mode ($) ...66 Using an Optional Remote Control 68 Using the Built-in Flash...70 Flash Mode ...71 ISO Sensitivity...74 Two-Button Reset ...75 P, S, A, and M Modes 77 Shutter Speed and Aperture...
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... a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the equipment to others, read them. A Observe caution when using the flash • Using the camera with your eye to the viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger in strangulation. 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 the ...
... a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the equipment to others, read them. A Observe caution when using the flash • Using the camera with your eye to the viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger in strangulation. 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 the ...
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Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. Should the insulation be played back on audio CD equipment. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment. • Do not ... A Observe proper precautions when handling the quick charger • Keep dry. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for inspection. To avoid damage to heat or flame. Do not place it under...
Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. Should the insulation be played back on audio CD equipment. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment. • Do not ... A Observe proper precautions when handling the quick charger • Keep dry. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for inspection. To avoid damage to heat or flame. Do not place it under...
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... interference will not be held liable for any damages resulting from that are designed to Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your area (address provided separately). Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This ...equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the attention of...
... interference will not be held liable for any damages resulting from that are designed to Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your area (address provided separately). Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This ...equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the attention of...
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... laws. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be provided for business use this product is to users in a foreign country is prohibited. • Cautions..., ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons. Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION ATTENTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with copyright notices reproduced The copying or reproduction of Do not copy or reproduce paper money, copyrighted creative works such...
... laws. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be provided for business use this product is to users in a foreign country is prohibited. • Cautions..., ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons. Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION ATTENTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with copyright notices reproduced The copying or reproduction of Do not copy or reproduce paper money, copyrighted creative works such...
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...Additional information may result from product malfunction. Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that the camera is functioning normally. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are engineered and proven to ensure that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data...image data. Deleted files can sometimes be available from discarded storage devices using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with this Nikon digital camera are designed to also replace any pictures selected for damages or lost...
...Additional information may result from product malfunction. Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that the camera is functioning normally. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are engineered and proven to ensure that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data...image data. Deleted files can sometimes be available from discarded storage devices using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with this Nikon digital camera are designed to also replace any pictures selected for damages or lost...
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XIntroduction X This chapter covers information you will need to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts, how to use . Overview ...2 Getting to ready the camera for use the camera menus, and how to Know the Camera 3 The Camera Body...3 The Mode Dial ...6 The Control Panel...7 The Viewfinder ...9... The Shooting Information Display 10 The Command Dials...13 Attaching the AN-DC1 Camera Strap 17 The BM-10 Monitor Cover...17 The DK-21 Viewfinder Eyepiece Cup 17 Camera Menus ...18 Using Camera Menus...19 Help...21 First Steps...22 Charge the Battery ...22 Insert the ...
XIntroduction X This chapter covers information you will need to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts, how to use . Overview ...2 Getting to ready the camera for use the camera menus, and how to Know the Camera 3 The Camera Body...3 The Mode Dial ...6 The Control Panel...7 The Viewfinder ...9... The Shooting Information Display 10 The Command Dials...13 Attaching the AN-DC1 Camera Strap 17 The BM-10 Monitor Cover...17 The DK-21 Viewfinder Eyepiece Cup 17 Camera Menus ...18 Using Camera Menus...19 Help...21 First Steps...22 Charge the Battery ...22 Insert the ...
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... Camera and Accessories The camera is inspected or serviced. 2 THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Any accessories regularly used professionally. D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. Frequent inspection and servicing are engineered and proven to these services). Nikon...
... Camera and Accessories The camera is inspected or serviced. 2 THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Any accessories regularly used professionally. D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. Frequent inspection and servicing are engineered and proven to these services). Nikon...
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❚❚ Changing Settings in the shooting information display. R button 7 1 2 34 5 6 1 Long exposure noise reduction 167 2 High ISO noise reduction 168 3 Active D-Lighting 119 4 Picture Control 108 5 Fn button assignment 197 6 AE-L/AF-L button assignment 200 7 Tip display 182 12 Highlight items X using the multi selector and press J to jump to the menu for the items listed below, press the R button in the Shooting Information Display (Quick Settings Display) To change settings for the highlighted item.
❚❚ Changing Settings in the shooting information display. R button 7 1 2 34 5 6 1 Long exposure noise reduction 167 2 High ISO noise reduction 168 3 Active D-Lighting 119 4 Picture Control 108 5 Fn button assignment 197 6 AE-L/AF-L button assignment 200 7 Tip display 182 12 Highlight items X using the multi selector and press J to jump to the menu for the items listed below, press the R button in the Shooting Information Display (Quick Settings Display) To change settings for the highlighted item.
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The Command Dials The main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with other controls to adjust a variety of settings. X M button: flash mode and flash compensation D button: bracketing Sub-command dial E button: exposure compensation I button: release mode Main-command dial L (WB) button: white balance W (ISO) button: ISO sensitivity X (QUAL) button: image quality/image size ❚❚ Image Quality and Size Set image quality (pg. 62). + B button: autofocus mode Z button: metering X (QUAL) button Main command dial Control panel 13
The Command Dials The main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with other controls to adjust a variety of settings. X M button: flash mode and flash compensation D button: bracketing Sub-command dial E button: exposure compensation I button: release mode Main-command dial L (WB) button: white balance W (ISO) button: ISO sensitivity X (QUAL) button: image quality/image size ❚❚ Image Quality and Size Set image quality (pg. 62). + B button: autofocus mode Z button: metering X (QUAL) button Main command dial Control panel 13
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... and pull the bottom of the cover until it clicks into place (w). X The BM-10 Monitor Cover A clear plastic cover is provided with the camera to keep the monitor clean and protect it off as shown below. The DK-21 Viewfinder Eyepiece Cup Before attaching the DK-5 viewfinder eyepiece cap ... other viewfinder accessories (pg. 239), remove the viewfinder eyepiece cup by placing your fingers underneath the flanges at either side and sliding it when the camera is not in use. Attaching the AN-DC1 Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown at right.
... and pull the bottom of the cover until it clicks into place (w). X The BM-10 Monitor Cover A clear plastic cover is provided with the camera to keep the monitor clean and protect it off as shown below. The DK-21 Viewfinder Eyepiece Cup Before attaching the DK-5 viewfinder eyepiece cap ... other viewfinder accessories (pg. 239), remove the viewfinder eyepiece cup by placing your fingers underneath the flanges at either side and sliding it when the camera is not in use. Attaching the AN-DC1 Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown at right.
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.... G button Tabs Choose from the camera menus. Q If "Q" is displayed, help for current item can be displayed in place of existing photographs. Select from the twenty most recently used menu items. If m Recent settings (pg. 224) desired, a custom menu ("My Menu") can be accessed from playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, retouch, and...
.... G button Tabs Choose from the camera menus. Q If "Q" is displayed, help for current item can be displayed in place of existing photographs. Select from the twenty most recently used menu items. If m Recent settings (pg. 224) desired, a custom menu ("My Menu") can be accessed from playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, retouch, and...
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Press 4 to navigate the camera menus. Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to highlight the icon for the current menu. G button 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a menu. Press the G button to position the cursor in the selected menu. 19 Press 1 or 3 to display the menus. menu Move cursor down Follow the steps below to previous menu or display sub- J button X Move cursor up Select highlighted item Select Cancel and return highlighted item to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus.
Press 4 to navigate the camera menus. Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to highlight the icon for the current menu. G button 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a menu. Press the G button to position the cursor in the selected menu. 19 Press 1 or 3 to display the menus. menu Move cursor down Follow the steps below to previous menu or display sub- J button X Move cursor up Select highlighted item Select Cancel and return highlighted item to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus.
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... pressing 2 or the center of the multi selector generally has the same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can not be used to move the cursor up and down, the sub-command dial to select the highlighted item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 ...Display options. The sub-command dial can only be used to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (pg. 35). Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 Highlight an option. Press 2...
... pressing 2 or the center of the multi selector generally has the same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can not be used to move the cursor up and down, the sub-command dial to select the highlighted item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 ...Display options. The sub-command dial can only be used to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (pg. 35). Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 Highlight an option. Press 2...
