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... optional Speedlight to make photography a bigger part of your camera correctly The Nikon F55/F55D's performance has been optimised for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage the F55/F55D's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the F55/F55D's performance when it . Body cap (P. 19) Accessory shoe cover * Remove this manual thoroughly before shooting at important occasions like weddings or...
... optional Speedlight to make photography a bigger part of your camera correctly The Nikon F55/F55D's performance has been optimised for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage the F55/F55D's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the F55/F55D's performance when it . Body cap (P. 19) Accessory shoe cover * Remove this manual thoroughly before shooting at important occasions like weddings or...
Instruction Manual
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... EXPOSURE MODE 53-62 Auto-Multi Program 54-55 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 56-57 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 58-59 Manual Exposure Mode 60-61 Long Time Exposure 62 ADVANCED OPERATION 63-70 Exposure Compensation 64-65 Auto Exposure Bracketing 66-68 Multiple Exposure ... Speedlight 84-85 About Depth of Field 86 MISCELLANEOUS 87-117 Lens Compatibility 88-90 Usable Optional Speedlights 91-97 Optional Accessories 98-99 Camera Care...100-101 Notes on Batteries 102 Troubleshooting 103-105 Glossary ...106-109 Specifications 110-114 Index ...116-117 5 BEFORE YOU BEGIN...
... EXPOSURE MODE 53-62 Auto-Multi Program 54-55 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 56-57 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 58-59 Manual Exposure Mode 60-61 Long Time Exposure 62 ADVANCED OPERATION 63-70 Exposure Compensation 64-65 Auto Exposure Bracketing 66-68 Multiple Exposure ... Speedlight 84-85 About Depth of Field 86 MISCELLANEOUS 87-117 Lens Compatibility 88-90 Usable Optional Speedlights 91-97 Optional Accessories 98-99 Camera Care...100-101 Notes on Batteries 102 Troubleshooting 103-105 Glossary ...106-109 Specifications 110-114 Index ...116-117 5 BEFORE YOU BEGIN...
Instruction Manual
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..., 54-62 for taking photographs with an evening or night background. 10 11 Other settings, such as flowers or insects. M: Manual (P. 60) Shutter speed and aperture are possible. Continuous shooting is the user-controlled exposure mode with this mode for taking pictures ...P: Auto-Multi Program (P. 54) Camera controls shutter speed and aperture automatically. g: Sports Continuous mode (P. 38) Use this mode to freeze the motion of fastmoving subjects. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Available Exposure Modes The exposure mode dial of the Nikon F55/F55D can determine various exposure factors....
..., 54-62 for taking photographs with an evening or night background. 10 11 Other settings, such as flowers or insects. M: Manual (P. 60) Shutter speed and aperture are possible. Continuous shooting is the user-controlled exposure mode with this mode for taking pictures ...P: Auto-Multi Program (P. 54) Camera controls shutter speed and aperture automatically. g: Sports Continuous mode (P. 38) Use this mode to freeze the motion of fastmoving subjects. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Available Exposure Modes The exposure mode dial of the Nikon F55/F55D can determine various exposure factors....
Instruction Manual
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... NOTE: Non-CPU Nikkor lens When a non-CPU Nikkor lens is attached and the power switch is left unattended without lens When you leave the camera unattended without aperture ring ÍCPU Nikkor lenses other CPU Nikkor lenses, aperture does not need to be used with aperture ring (other than G-type...on lens and camera body are aligned, then twist lens anticlockwise until it locks into place. (Be sure not to touch the lens release button.) And then, set the lens aperture to its minimum and lock. • When the lens is not set to minimum. blinks in Manual exposure mode). Unlike...
... NOTE: Non-CPU Nikkor lens When a non-CPU Nikkor lens is attached and the power switch is left unattended without lens When you leave the camera unattended without aperture ring ÍCPU Nikkor lenses other CPU Nikkor lenses, aperture does not need to be used with aperture ring (other than G-type...on lens and camera body are aligned, then twist lens anticlockwise until it locks into place. (Be sure not to touch the lens release button.) And then, set the lens aperture to its minimum and lock. • When the lens is not set to minimum. blinks in Manual exposure mode). Unlike...
Instruction Manual
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Low-contrast scenes For example, where the subject is set to any Vari-Program (page 36) (except f Close-Up mode), the F55/F55D automatically selects Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority for details.) Turn the power switch on and set to a (AUTO mode, page 28) or ... focuses on the subject determining the data from the camera For example, when photographing an animal in a cage or a person in a forest. BASIC OPERATION 1 NOTE: AF focus mode Do not rotate the lens focusing ring manually when the focus mode selector is wearing clothing the same colour as expected in shadow. 27...
Low-contrast scenes For example, where the subject is set to any Vari-Program (page 36) (except f Close-Up mode), the F55/F55D automatically selects Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority for details.) Turn the power switch on and set to a (AUTO mode, page 28) or ... focuses on the subject determining the data from the camera For example, when photographing an animal in a cage or a person in a forest. BASIC OPERATION 1 NOTE: AF focus mode Do not rotate the lens focusing ring manually when the focus mode selector is wearing clothing the same colour as expected in shadow. 27...
Instruction Manual
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...artistically blurred background. Your close pictures of a moving subjects to create exciting action photos. This mode captures all exposure modes except Manual exposure mode (page 60). Suitable for details. Set exposure mode to a. • When the shutter release button is lightly pressed...be blurred. The background is performed)-and makes the calculations necessary to a, the camera automatically controls all the exposure settings. Matrix Metering (page 34) The Matrix Meter employed in the F55/F55D uses a five-segment sensor to achieve superior metering results even in sharp ...
...artistically blurred background. Your close pictures of a moving subjects to create exciting action photos. This mode captures all exposure modes except Manual exposure mode (page 60). Suitable for details. Set exposure mode to a. • When the shutter release button is lightly pressed...be blurred. The background is performed)-and makes the calculations necessary to a, the camera automatically controls all the exposure settings. Matrix Metering (page 34) The Matrix Meter employed in the F55/F55D uses a five-segment sensor to achieve superior metering results even in sharp ...
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Using G- In Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode (page 56), you can manually set shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the proper aperture. Knowing the characteristics of each factor helps you can manually set aperture and the camera automatically sets the proper shutter speed. The F55/F55D's AUTO mode (page 28), Auto-Multi Program (page 54...
Using G- In Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode (page 56), you can manually set shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the proper aperture. Knowing the characteristics of each factor helps you can manually set aperture and the camera automatically sets the proper shutter speed. The F55/F55D's AUTO mode (page 28), Auto-Multi Program (page 54...
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... shutter will blink for 1 sec. The selftimer lamp will release in autofocus mode. • Self-timer shooting cannot be performed unless the camera's shutter can use the self-timer when you want to prevent interference from the LCD panel. 42 43 BASIC OPERATION 2 Self-Timer Operation... or reduce camera shake. 1 Press v (self-timer) button and confirm that V appears on the LCD panel. 2 Compose picture, focus by lightly pressing the shutter release button and fully depress the shutter release button. when subject cannot be in an exposure mode other than Manual, cover the...
... shutter will blink for 1 sec. The selftimer lamp will release in autofocus mode. • Self-timer shooting cannot be performed unless the camera's shutter can use the self-timer when you want to prevent interference from the LCD panel. 42 43 BASIC OPERATION 2 Self-Timer Operation... or reduce camera shake. 1 Press v (self-timer) button and confirm that V appears on the LCD panel. 2 Compose picture, focus by lightly pressing the shutter release button and fully depress the shutter release button. when subject cannot be in an exposure mode other than Manual, cover the...
Instruction Manual
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...AF is automatically activated when the subject is not locked and the camera continues to focus on the clear matte field in the viewfinder. 46 • Manual focus • Set the focus mode selector to M. See the instruction manual of three focus brackets selected as expected (page 27) or ...with lenses which do not allow autofocus operation when attached to the F55/F55D (page 88). • When using a...
...AF is automatically activated when the subject is not locked and the camera continues to focus on the clear matte field in the viewfinder. 46 • Manual focus • Set the focus mode selector to M. See the instruction manual of three focus brackets selected as expected (page 27) or ...with lenses which do not allow autofocus operation when attached to the F55/F55D (page 88). • When using a...
Instruction Manual
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... frame area, and you can select either Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority, where the camera automatically selects the focus area, or Dynamic AF Mode, where you focus manually using the manual focus. 48 49 When the focus mode is achieved. When a AUTO mode or Vari-Program ...determining the data from the other focus areas. If the subject moves from the selected focus area, the camera automatically focuses on the subject located closest to M (manual). Tip Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority automatically maintains focus on the subject determining the data from...
... frame area, and you can select either Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority, where the camera automatically selects the focus area, or Dynamic AF Mode, where you focus manually using the manual focus. 48 49 When the focus mode is achieved. When a AUTO mode or Vari-Program ...determining the data from the other focus areas. If the subject moves from the selected focus area, the camera automatically focuses on the subject located closest to M (manual). Tip Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority automatically maintains focus on the subject determining the data from...
Instruction Manual
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... want to take pictures in autofocus shooting when you have locked focus, do not change the camera-to-subject distance. 52 EXPOSURE MODE This section describes how to capture a subject that's framed outside of the F55/F55D's three focus areas. Focus Lock Focus lock is not locked with a moving , remove your top... cannot be used in g. • Focus is useful in each exposure mode. • Auto-Multi Program • Shutter-Priority Auto • Aperture-Priority Auto • Manual 53 To lock focus on a stationary subject which has been moving subject.
... want to take pictures in autofocus shooting when you have locked focus, do not change the camera-to-subject distance. 52 EXPOSURE MODE This section describes how to capture a subject that's framed outside of the F55/F55D's three focus areas. Focus Lock Focus lock is not locked with a moving , remove your top... cannot be used in g. • Focus is useful in each exposure mode. • Auto-Multi Program • Shutter-Priority Auto • Aperture-Priority Auto • Manual 53 To lock focus on a stationary subject which has been moving subject.
Instruction Manual
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... on , use the Speedlight. or D-type Nikkor (page 88). Slow shutter speed 1/4 sec. 1 Set the exposure mode dial to manually set to its minimum (largest f-number). blinks and the shutter locks. Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode Fast shutter speed 1/500 sec. Check... too bright, one of the following warning indications will appear in Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode, select shutter speed other than -- the camera automatically selects the proper aperture to provide correct exposure. • S (Shutter-Priority Auto) can create a motion effect. Use the ...
... on , use the Speedlight. or D-type Nikkor (page 88). Slow shutter speed 1/4 sec. 1 Set the exposure mode dial to manually set to its minimum (largest f-number). blinks and the shutter locks. Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode Fast shutter speed 1/500 sec. Check... too bright, one of the following warning indications will appear in Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode, select shutter speed other than -- the camera automatically selects the proper aperture to provide correct exposure. • S (Shutter-Priority Auto) can create a motion effect. Use the ...
Instruction Manual
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... than G-type Always set to its minimum (largest f-number). The camera automatically selects a shutter speed suitable for correct exposure. • A (Aperture-Priority Auto) can sharpen the background and foreground, or blur the background. 1 Set the exposure mode dial to maximum) manually. When the lens is too dark or too bright, one of...
... than G-type Always set to its minimum (largest f-number). The camera automatically selects a shutter speed suitable for correct exposure. • A (Aperture-Priority Auto) can sharpen the background and foreground, or blur the background. 1 Set the exposure mode dial to maximum) manually. When the lens is too dark or too bright, one of...
Instruction Manual
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...exposure display blinks when the subject brightness is beyond the camera's exposure range. (Electronic analogue exposure display is attached, ƒ-appears in Manual exposure mode. 1 Set the exposure mode dial to M. • Metering system automatically switches to maximum) manually. • Non-CPU lenses (page 90) can ...viewfinder. Use the Speedlight (page 80/91). 61 EXPOSURE MODE Camera's exposure meter cannot be set both shutter speed (-[Time] and 30-1/2000 sec.) and aperture (lens' minimum to Centre Partial from Matrix in Manual exposure mode. • When a non-CPU Nikkor lens ...
...exposure display blinks when the subject brightness is beyond the camera's exposure range. (Electronic analogue exposure display is attached, ƒ-appears in Manual exposure mode. 1 Set the exposure mode dial to M. • Metering system automatically switches to maximum) manually. • Non-CPU lenses (page 90) can ...viewfinder. Use the Speedlight (page 80/91). 61 EXPOSURE MODE Camera's exposure meter cannot be set both shutter speed (-[Time] and 30-1/2000 sec.) and aperture (lens' minimum to Centre Partial from Matrix in Manual exposure mode. • When a non-CPU Nikkor lens ...
Instruction Manual
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This function is set to M (Manual), set the shutter speed indication to -- (next after 30 sec.) to set of batteries. and other indications such as aperture are displayed in the LCD .... Note that continuous exposure time is possible for shooting nighttime scenes or stars. Long Time Exposure • Long Time (Time) exposure of operations using this camera's advanced functions. • Exposure Compensation • Auto Exposure Bracketing • Multiple Exposure 63 Depress the shutter release button once to open the shutter, then press...
This function is set to M (Manual), set the shutter speed indication to -- (next after 30 sec.) to set of batteries. and other indications such as aperture are displayed in the LCD .... Note that continuous exposure time is possible for shooting nighttime scenes or stars. Long Time Exposure • Long Time (Time) exposure of operations using this camera's advanced functions. • Exposure Compensation • Auto Exposure Bracketing • Multiple Exposure 63 Depress the shutter release button once to open the shutter, then press...
Instruction Manual
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... performed in shooting with colour slide film and where the latitude of ±2 EV) shifting from the automatically set proper exposure (or selected exposure in Manual exposure mode) for three shots each time the shutter is released. • Auto Exposure Bracketing is available in P, S, A and M exposure modes. Compensated shutter speed and...
... performed in shooting with colour slide film and where the latitude of ±2 EV) shifting from the automatically set proper exposure (or selected exposure in Manual exposure mode) for three shots each time the shutter is released. • Auto Exposure Bracketing is available in P, S, A and M exposure modes. Compensated shutter speed and...
Instruction Manual
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...-light fi appears in the viewfinder when the Speedlight is fully charged and ready to A (non-TTL Auto Flash) or M (Manual Flash) mode. 76 77 In this camera. • See below for the TTL Flash modes, page 80 for the flash sync modes. When the subject is dark or backlit...viewfinder blinks to put catchlights in your subject's eyes. Speedlight Built-In Speedlight/Ready-Light • Built-in Speedlight and TTL Flash modes This camera is equipped with a built-in Speedlight that the flash will be used in daylight to reduce shadows on the brightness sensed by the Matrix ...
...-light fi appears in the viewfinder when the Speedlight is fully charged and ready to A (non-TTL Auto Flash) or M (Manual Flash) mode. 76 77 In this camera. • See below for the TTL Flash modes, page 80 for the flash sync modes. When the subject is dark or backlit...viewfinder blinks to put catchlights in your subject's eyes. Speedlight Built-In Speedlight/Ready-Light • Built-in Speedlight and TTL Flash modes This camera is equipped with a built-in Speedlight that the flash will be used in daylight to reduce shadows on the brightness sensed by the Matrix ...
Instruction Manual
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R*5 R -R AF-S/AF-I Nikkor except AF-S 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED, AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED and AF-S ...R*10 PC-Nikkor - R R - or D-type AF lenses give you access to Manual. *2 IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached. *3 This camera is turned on, ƒEE blinks in the LCD panel and viewfinder and the shutter... in combination with Medical-Nikkor 200mm f/5.6 for F3AF) R R RR AI-P Nikkor - or slower, the exposure meter cannot be selected from the camera body. R*8 R R R AI-S or AI type Nikkor, Series-E, AI-modified Nikkor - R*7 R - Set the lens aperture to 1/90 sec...
R*5 R -R AF-S/AF-I Nikkor except AF-S 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED, AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED and AF-S ...R*10 PC-Nikkor - R R - or D-type AF lenses give you access to Manual. *2 IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached. *3 This camera is turned on, ƒEE blinks in the LCD panel and viewfinder and the shutter... in combination with Medical-Nikkor 200mm f/5.6 for F3AF) R R RR AI-P Nikkor - or slower, the exposure meter cannot be selected from the camera body. R*8 R R R AI-S or AI type Nikkor, Series-E, AI-modified Nikkor - R*7 R - Set the lens aperture to 1/90 sec...
Instruction Manual
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...SB-29s*2, SB-29*2, SB-21B*2 - Set the Speedlight to A (non-TTL Auto Flash) or M (Manual Flash). • SB-28DX, SB-50DX and SB-23 cannot be used. *1 Ultraviolet photography can be attached ..., SB-27 or SB-22s can be performed only when SB-140 is set to the F55/F55D (otherwise camera body or lens may be damaged): • TC-16A Teleconverter • Non-AI lenses ... TC-16 Teleconverter for F3AF • PC 28mm f/4 (No. 180900 or smaller) • PC 35mm f/2.8 (No. 851001-906200) • Old-type PC 35mm f/3.5 • Old-type Reflex 1000mm f/6.3 • Reflex 1000mm f/11 (No. 142361-143000) ...
...SB-29s*2, SB-29*2, SB-21B*2 - Set the Speedlight to A (non-TTL Auto Flash) or M (Manual Flash). • SB-28DX, SB-50DX and SB-23 cannot be used. *1 Ultraviolet photography can be attached ..., SB-27 or SB-22s can be performed only when SB-140 is set to the F55/F55D (otherwise camera body or lens may be damaged): • TC-16A Teleconverter • Non-AI lenses ... TC-16 Teleconverter for F3AF • PC 28mm f/4 (No. 180900 or smaller) • PC 35mm f/2.8 (No. 851001-906200) • Old-type PC 35mm f/3.5 • Old-type Reflex 1000mm f/6.3 • Reflex 1000mm f/11 (No. 142361-143000) ...