D3500 Model Name: N1718 Nikon User Support for India and Australia Contact a Nikon representative for technical assistance with the operation of your Nikon product or products. For information on the Nikon representatives in your area, visit https://www.nikon-asia.com/support/. DIGITAL CAMERA Camera Manuals The following manuals are available for your Nikon camera: ❚❚ The User’s Manual The User’s Manual (this manual) describes basic shooting and playback.
3 4 Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. H Connecting to Smart Devices with SnapBridge Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. Instal the SnapBridge app to your smart device to download pictures from the camera or control the camera remotely. For more information, see the online camera manual. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.
Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor), and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5 – 3 m/1 ft 8 in. – 9 ft 10 in.
DANGER (Batteries) • Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire: - Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product. - Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat. - Do not disassemble. - Do not short-circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces, hairpins, or other metal objects.
DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page x). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.
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Table of Contents For Your Safety.............................................................................. x Notices......................................................................................... xiv Bluetooth .............................................................................................. xix Introduction 1 Getting to Know the Camera...................................................... 1 The Camera Body ........................................................................
Guide Mode 36 The Guide..................................................................................... 36 Guide Mode Menus............................................................................ 37 Using the Guide................................................................................... 40 Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) k Portrait ....................................................................................... m Sports..................................
Focus ............................................................................................. 62 Focus Mode........................................................................................... 62 AF-Area Mode....................................................................................... 67 Focus Lock ............................................................................................. 72 Manual Focus.................................................................................
Recording and Viewing Movies 127 Recording Movies .................................................................... 127 The P Button....................................................................................... 130 Movie Settings ................................................................................... 131 Viewing Movies ........................................................................ 133 Editing Movies .........................................................................
Connections 166 Connecting Using SnapBridge.............................................. 166 What SnapBridge Can Do for You .............................................. 166 Preparing for Pairing....................................................................... 167 Android Devices ............................................................................... 168 iOS Devices......................................................................................... 173 Installing ViewNX-i.............
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup............................................... 201 Setup Menu Options ....................................................................... 201 Reset Setup Options................................................................. 203 Format Memory Card............................................................... 203 Date Stamp.................................................................................. 204 Time Zone and Date.............................................
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies...................... 227 Retouch Menu Options.................................................................. 227 Creating Retouched Copies.......................................................... 228 NEF (RAW) Processing............................................................. 230 Trim................................................................................................ 232 Resize ...............................................................
Technical Notes 266 Compatible Lenses................................................................... 266 Compatible CPU Lenses ................................................................. 266 Compatible Non-CPU Lenses ....................................................... 268 Compatible Flash Units........................................................... 276 CLS-Compatible Flash Units ......................................................... 276 Other Flash Units ..............................
For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a high risk of death or severe injury. WARNING: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in death or severe injury.
• Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the lens or camera. Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment. • Do not aim the flash or AF-assist illuminator at the operator of a motor vehicle. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents. • Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard.
• Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless features when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited. The radio-frequency emissions produced by this product could interfere with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities. • Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will not be used for an extended period. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.
• Charge only as indicated. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire. • If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean water and seek immediate medical attention. Delaying action could result in eye injuries. WARNING (Batteries) • Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek immediate medical attention. • Do not immerse batteries in water or expose to rain.
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D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
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FCC/ISED RF Exposure Statement The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used.
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Introduction Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body 4 3 2 1 15 5 6 7 8 9 10 14 13 12 1 Power switch.................................. 18 11 9 Mounting mark ............................. 15 2 Shutter-release button................. 30 10 Lens release button...................... 16 3 E/N button.................
16 25 24 23 22 21 17 18 19 20 26 16 Accessory shoe (for optional flash 22 Eyelets for camera strap ..............12 units) ................................... 276, 281 23 Speaker 17 Command dial 24 Focal plane mark (E)...................76 18 A/L button .....72, 102, 156, 216 25 USB connector ................... 180, 183 19 R (information) button................6, 8 26 HDMI connector ......................... 186 20 Connector cover 21 M/ Y button..................
28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 27 44 45 46 43 39 38 42 41 40 27 Rubber eyecup (comes attached to 38 Battery-chamber cover latch camera) .......................................... 61 ...................................................13, 14 28 Viewfinder eyepiece.......... 4, 20, 61 39 Battery-chamber cover .........13, 14 29 Diopter adjustment control ....... 20 40 O button ................................ 35, 161 30 K button............................... 34, 141 41 W/Q button.................
The Viewfinder 1 Focus points................20, 26, 67, 69 2 Focus indicator........................26, 75 9 “k” (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures) ..........................................................25 3 Autoexposure (AE) lock indicator ....................................................... 102 10 Flash-ready indicator....................32 4 Shutter speed ................... 88, 91, 95 11 Flexible program indicator..........90 5 Aperture (f-number).......
The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes and g mode: 1 P, S, A, and M modes: P—Programmed auto.......... 89 S—Shutter-priority auto...... 91 A—Aperture-priority auto ................................................ 93 M—Manual............................. 95 2 Special Effects Modes...................44 3 Scene Modes k Portrait ..................................42 m Sports ....................................43 n Close up................................43 o Night portrait ....
The R (Info) Button Press the R button to view the information display or cycle through display options. ❚❚ Viewfinder Photography To view shutter speed, aperture, the number of exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other shooting information in the monitor, press the R button. R button 1 Shooting mode i auto/ j auto (flash off).....................26 Scene modes ............................42 Special effects mode ..............44 P, S, A, and M modes................88 2 Eye-Fi connection indicator ....
10 Aperture (f-number) 16 Number of exposures remaining ............................................88, 93, 95 ......................................................... 25 Aperture display .....................93, 95 White balance recording indicator ....................................................... 116 11 Shutter speed ...................88, 91, 95 Shutter-speed display............91, 95 17 “k” (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures) .....................................................
❚❚ Live View and Movie Mode To start live view, rotate the live view switch during viewfinder photography (0 26). You can then press the R button to cycle through display options as shown below.
The Live View Display Item Description The mode currently selected with the mode dial q Shooting mode (0 26, 42, 44, 88). Manual movie Displayed when On is selected for Manual movie w settings indicator settings in mode M (0 131). The amount of time remaining before live view e Time remaining ends automatically. Displayed if shooting will end in 30 s or less (0 10). Displayed when On is selected for Movie settings Wind noise r > Wind noise reduction in the shooting menu reduction (0 131).
Item Time remaining !0 (movie mode) !1 “No movie” icon !2 Focus point !3 Exposure indicator Description The recording time remaining in movie mode (0 128). Indicates that movies cannot be recorded. The current focus point. The display varies with the option selected for AF-area mode (0 67). Indicates whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings (mode M only; 0 96). Note: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.
The P Button To change the settings at the bottom of the information display, press the P button, then highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. You can also change settings by pressing the P P button button during live view.
First Steps Attach the Camera Strap A strap is supplied with the camera; additional straps are available separately. Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets. Charge the Battery If a plug adapter is supplied, raise the wall plug and connect the plug adapter as shown below at left, making sure the plug is fully inserted. Insert the battery and plug the charger in. An exhausted battery will fully charge in about an hour and 50 minutes.
Insert the Battery and a Memory Card Before inserting or removing the battery or memory cards, confirm that power switch is in the OFF position. Insert the battery as shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted. Battery latch Holding the memory card in the orientation shown, slide it in until it clicks into place.
❚❚ Removing the Battery and Memory Cards Removing the Battery To remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand. Removing Memory Cards After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the camera off, open the memory card slot cover, and press the card in to eject it (q). The card can then be removed by hand (w).
Attach a Lens Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR. Remove the camera body cap Remove the rear lens cap Mounting mark (camera) Align the mounting marks Mounting mark (lens) Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place. Be sure to remove the lens cap before taking pictures.
A Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons Before using the camera, unlock and extend the lens. Keeping the retractable lens barrel button pressed (q), rotate the zoom ring as shown (w). Retractable lens barrel button Pictures cannot be taken when the lens is retracted; if an error message is displayed as a result of the camera having been turned on with the lens retracted, rotate the zoom ring until the message is no longer displayed.
A Vibration Reduction (VR) Vibration reduction can be enabled by selecting On for Optical VR in the shooting menu (0 200), if the lens supports this option, or by sliding the lens vibration reduction switch to ON, if the lens is equipped with a vibration reduction switch. A vibration reduction indicator appears in the information display when vibration reduction is on.
Camera Setup Choose a language and set the camera clock. 1 Turn the camera on. When the camera is turned on for the first time after purchase, a languageselection dialog will be displayed. The languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased. Use the multi selector and J button to navigate the menus. Press 1 and 3 to highlight a language and press J to select. The language can be changed at any time using the Language option in the setup menu.
2 Set the camera clock. Use the multi selector and J button to set the camera clock. q w Select time zone e Select date format r Select daylight saving time option Set time and date (note that the camera uses a 24-hour clock) The clock can be adjusted at any time using the Time zone and date > Date and time option in the setup menu. A The Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed.
Focus the Viewfinder After removing the lens cap, rotate the diopter adjustment control until the focus points are in sharp focus. When operating the control with your eye to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye. Focus points Viewfinder not in focus Viewfinder in focus The camera is now ready for use. Proceed to ““Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)”(0 26) for information on taking photographs.
Tutorial Camera Menus: An Overview Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 188) • N: Retouch (0 227) • C: Shooting (0 192) • m: Recent settings (0 251) • B: Setup (0 201) Slider shows position in current menu. Current settings are shown by icons. Menu options Options in current menu.
Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus. 1: Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item 4: Cancel and return to previous menu 2: Select highlighted item or display sub-menu 3: Move cursor down A The d (Help) Icon If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, a description of the currently selected option or menu can be displayed by pressing the W (Q) button. Press 1 or 3 to scroll through the display.
❚❚ Navigating the Menus Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus. Press the G button to display the menus. G button 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. 4 Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu.
5 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. 8 Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the G button. Note the following: • Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available.
The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining Press the R button and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining in the information display. Battery level R button Number of exposures remaining Battery Level If the battery is low, a warning will also be displayed in the viewfinder. If the information display does not appear when the R button is pressed, the battery is exhausted and needs to be recharged.
Basic Photography and Playback “Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j) This section describes how to take photographs in i and j modes. i and j are automatic “point-and-shoot” modes in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions; the only difference between the two is that the flash will not fire in j mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to i Mode dial or j. Photographs can be framed in the viewfinder or in the monitor (live view).
2 Ready the camera. Viewfinder photography: When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Bring your elbows in against the sides of your chest. Live view: When framing photographs in the monitor, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the lens with your left. A Framing Photographs in Portrait (Tall) Orientation When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown below.
3 Frame the photograph. Viewfinder photography: Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in at least one of the 11 focus points. Focus point Live view: At default settings, the camera automatically detects faces and selects the focus point. If no face is detected, the camera will focus on subjects near the center of the frame. Focus point A Using a Zoom Lens Before focusing, rotate the zoom ring to Zoom in Zoom out adjust the focal length and frame the photograph.
4 Press the shutter-release button halfway. Viewfinder photography: Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (if the subject is poorly lit, the flash In-focus indicator may pop up and the AFassist illuminator may light). When the focus operation is complete, a beep will sound (a beep may not sound if the subject is moving) and the in-focus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder. In-focus indicator Description I Subject in focus. I Camera unable to focus using autofocus (0 65).
5 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutterrelease button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds. Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete. Memory card access lamp Rotate the live view switch to exit live view. A The Shutter-Release Button The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button.
A Automatic Scene Selection (Scene Auto Selector) If live view is selected in i or j mode, the camera will automatically analyze the subject and select the appropriate shooting mode when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to focus using autofocus. The selected mode is shown in the monitor.
A The Built-in Flash If additional lighting is required for correct exposure in i mode, the built-in flash will pop up automatically when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway (0 80). If the flash is raised, photographs can only be taken when the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed. If the flash-ready indicator is not displayed, the flash is charging; remove your finger briefly from the shutter-release button and try again.
A Shooting in Live View Although they will not appear in the final picture, jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots may appear in the monitor, while bright regions or bands may appear in some areas with flashing signs and other intermittent light sources or if the subject is briefly illuminated by a strobe or other bright, momentary light source.
Basic Playback 1 Press the K button. A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. K button 2 View additional pictures. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2. To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.
Deleting Unwanted Photographs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O button. Note that photographs cannot be recovered once deleted. 1 Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete. K button 2 Delete the photograph. Press the O button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press the O button again to delete the image and return to playback. O button A Delete The Delete option in the playback menu can be used to delete multiple images (0 162).
Guide Mode The Guide Guide mode gives access to a variety of frequently-used and useful functions. The top level of the guide is displayed when the mode dial is rotated to g. Battery indicator (0 25) Number of exposures remaining (0 25) Shooting mode: A guide mode indicator appears on the shooting mode icon. Choose from the following items: Shoot: Take pictures. Retouch: Retouch pictures. 36 Guide Mode View/delete: View and/or delete pictures. Set up: Change camera settings.
Guide Mode Menus To access these menus, highlight Shoot, View/delete, Retouch, or Set up and press J. ❚❚ Shoot Easy operation 4 Auto 5 No flash 9 Distant subjects ! Close-ups 9 Moving subjects 6 Portraits " Night portrait 5 Photograph night landscapes Advanced operation Soften backgrounds # Adjust aperture. Bring more into focus Freeze motion (people) $ Freeze motion (vehicles) Select a shutter speed.
“Start Shooting” Highlight an option and press J.
❚❚ Retouch Trim Filter effects (cross screen) Filter effects (soft) Photo illustration Miniature effect Selective color ❚❚ Set Up Image quality Image size Auto off timers Date stamp Display and sound settings Monitor brightness Info background color Auto info display Beep Movie settings Frame size/frame rate Movie quality Microphone Wind noise reduction Flicker reduction Playback display options Clock and language Format memory card HDMI Airplane mode Smart device connection Eye-Fi upload * Slot empty re
Using the Guide The following operations can be performed while the guide is displayed: To Return to top level of guide Description Press G to turn the monitor on or return to the top level of the guide. Turn monitor on Highlight a menu Press 1, 3, 4, or 2 to highlight a menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight options in the menus. Press 1, 3, 4, or 2 to highlight options in displays like that shown below. Highlight options Select highlighted Press J to select the highlighted menu or option.
To Description If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the W (Q) button. Press 1 or 3 to scroll through the display, or press W (Q) again to exit.
Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a picture, and shooting as described in “‘Pointand-Shoot’ Photography (i and j Modes)” (0 26).
m Sports Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. A Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. n Close up Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close ranges). o Night Portrait Use for a natural balance between the main subject and the background in portraits taken under low light.
Special Effects Special effects can be used when taking photographs and shooting movies. The following effects can be selected by rotating the mode dial to q and rotating the command dial until the desired option appears in the monitor.
% Night Vision Use under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities. A Note Autofocus is available in live view only; manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. S Super Vivid Overall saturation and contrast are increased for a more vibrant image. T Pop Overall saturation is increased for a more lively image.
U Photo Illustration Sharpen outlines and simplify coloring for a poster effect that can be adjusted in live view (0 49). A Note Movies shot in this mode play back like a slide show made up of a series of stills. ' Toy Camera Effect Create photos and movies that appear to have been shot with a toy camera. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 50). ( Miniature Effect Create photos that appear to be pictures of dioramas. Works best when shooting from a high vantage point.
3 Selective Color All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 53). A Note The built-in flash turns off. 1 Silhouette Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. A Note The built-in flash turns off. 2 High Key Use with bright scenes to create bright images that seem filled with light. A Note The built-in flash turns off.
3 Low Key Use with dark scenes to create dark, low-key images with prominent highlights. A Note The built-in flash turns off. A Preventing Blur Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds. A NEF (RAW) NEF (RAW) recording is not available in %, S, T, U, ', (, and 3 modes. Pictures taken when an NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine option is selected in these modes will be recorded as JPEG images. JPEG images created at these settings will be recorded as fine-quality images.
Options Available in Live View Settings for the selected effect are adjusted in the live view display. ❚❚ U Photo Illustration 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Adjust outline thickness. Press J to display options. Press 4 or 2 to make outlines thicker or thinner. 3 Press J. Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch.
❚❚ ' Toy Camera Effect 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Adjust options. Press J to display options. Press 1 or 3 to highlight Vividness or Vignetting and press 4 or 2 to change. Adjust vividness to make colors more or less saturated, vignetting to control the amount of vignetting. 3 Press J. Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch.
❚❚ ( Miniature Effect 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Position the focus point. Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that will be in focus and then press the shutterrelease button halfway to focus. To temporarily clear miniature effect options from the display and enlarge the view in the monitor for precise focus, press X. Press W (Q) to restore the miniature effect display.
4 Adjust options. Press 4 or 2 to choose the orientation of the area that will be in focus and press 1 or 3 to adjust its width. 5 Press J. Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch.
❚❚ 3 Selective Color 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Display options. Press J to display selective color options. 3 Select a color. Selected color Frame an object in the white square in the center of the display and press 1 to choose the color of the object as one that will remain in the final image (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color).
4 Choose the color range. Color range Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final image. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors. 5 Select additional colors. To select additional colors, rotate the command dial to highlight another of the three color boxes at the top of the display and repeat Steps 3 and 4 to select another color. Repeat for a third color if desired.
More on Photography Choosing a Release Mode To choose how the shutter is released (release mode), press the I (E) button, then use the multi selector to highlight the desired option and press J. I (E) button Mode 8 I J E Description Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutterrelease button is pressed. Continuous: The camera takes photographs while the shutterrelease button is pressed (0 56). Quiet shutter release: As for single-frame, except that camera noise is reduced (0 58).
Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode) In I (Continuous) mode, the camera takes photographs continuously while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. 1 Press the I (E) button. I (E) button 2 Choose I (Continuous). Highlight I (Continuous) and press J. 3 Focus. Frame the shot and focus. 4 Take photographs. The camera will take photographs while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.
A The Memory Buffer The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to the memory card. Up to 100 photographs can be taken in succession (an exception is if a shutter speed of 4 seconds or slower is selected in mode S or M, when there is no limit on the number of shots that can be taken in a single burst).
Quiet Shutter Release Choose this mode to keep camera noise to a minimum. A beep does not sound when the camera focuses. 1 Press the I (E) button. I (E) button 2 Select J (Quiet shutter release). Highlight J (Quiet shutter release) and press J. 3 Take photographs. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot.
Self-Timer Mode The self-timer can be used for self-portraits or group shots that include the photographer. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. 1 Press the I (E) button. I (E) button 2 Select E (Self-timer) mode. Highlight E (Self-timer) and press J. 3 Frame the photograph.
4 Take the photograph. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down. The self-timer lamp will start to flash and a beep will begin to sound. Two seconds before the photo is taken, the lamp will stop flashing and the beeping will become more rapid. The shutter will be released ten seconds after the timer starts.
A Cover the Viewfinder To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure, we recommend that you cover the viewfinder with your hand or other objects such as an optional eyepiece cap (0 282) when taking pictures without your eye to the viewfinder. To attach the cap, remove the rubber eyecup (q) and insert the cap as shown (w). Hold the camera firmly when removing the rubber eyecup.
Focus Focus can be adjusted automatically (see below) or manually (0 74). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 69) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (0 72). Focus Mode The following focus modes can be selected during viewfinder photography: Option Description Camera automatically selects single-servo autofocus if subject is stationary, continuousAF-A Auto-servo AF servo autofocus if subject is moving.
The following focus modes can be selected during live view: Option Single-servo AF-S AF Description For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. For moving subjects. Camera focuses Full-timecontinuously until shutter-release button is AF-F servo AF pressed. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. MF Manual focus Focus manually (0 74). Note that AF-F is not available in U, ', and ( modes.
2 Choose a focus mode. Highlight a focus mode and press J. Viewfinder photography Live view A Predictive Focus Tracking In AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is selected in AF-A mode during viewfinder photography, the camera will initiate predictive focus tracking if the subject moves toward the camera while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. This allows the camera to track focus while attempting to predict where the subject will be when the shutter is released.
A Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (I) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus. In these cases, focus manually (0 74) or use focus lock (0 72) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.
A The AF-Assist Illuminator If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator will light automatically to assist the autofocus operation when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway (some restrictions apply; 0 255). Note that the illuminator may become hot when used multiple times in quick succession and will turn off automatically to protect the lamp after a period of continuous use. Normal function will resume after a brief pause.
AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus point for autofocus is selected. The following options are available during viewfinder photography: Option Description For stationary subjects. Focus point is selected Single-point c manually; camera focuses on subject in selected AF focus point only. For non-stationary subjects.
In modes other than i, j, and (, the following AF-area modes can be selected in live view: Option Description Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double Face6 yellow border (if multiple priority AF faces are detected, the camera will focus on the closest subject; to choose a different subject, use the multi selector).
Option Description Use the multi selector to position the focus point over your subject and press J to start tracking. The focus point will track the selected subject as it Subject9 moves through the frame. tracking AF To end tracking, press J again.
❚❚ Choosing the AF-Area Mode Follow the steps below to choose the AF-area mode. 1 Display AF-area mode options. Press the P button, then highlight the current AF-area mode in the information display and press J. P button Viewfinder photography Live view 2 Choose an AF-area mode. Highlight an option and press J. Viewfinder photography Live view A AF-Area Mode AF-area mode selections made in shooting modes other than P, S, A, or M are reset when another shooting mode is selected.
D Using Autofocus in Live View The desired results may not be achieved with teleconverters. Note that in live view, autofocus is slower and the monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses. The focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus.
Focus Lock Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing in AF-A, AF-S, and AF-C focus modes (0 62), making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 65), focus lock can also be used to recompose the photograph after focusing on another object at the same distance as your original subject.
2 Lock focus. AF-A and AF-C focus modes (viewfinder photography): With the shutter-release button pressed halfway (q), press the A (L) button (w) to lock focus. Focus will remain locked while the A (L) button is pressed, even if you later remove your finger from the shutter-release button. Shutter-release button A (L) button AF-S (viewfinder photography) and live view: Focus locks automatically and remain locked until you remove your finger from the shutter-release button.
Manual Focus Manual focus can be used when autofocus is not available or does not produce the desired results (0 65). 1 Select manual focus. If the lens is equipped with an A-M, M/A-M, or A/M-M mode switch, slide the switch to M. If the lens is not equipped with a focus-mode switch, select MF (manual focus) for Focus mode (0 62) in the P-button menu. 2 Focus. To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus.
❚❚ The Electronic Rangefinder (Viewfinder Photography) The viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the subject in the selected focus point is in focus (the focus point can be selected from any of the 11 focus points). After positioning the subject in the selected focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens focus ring until the in-focus indicator (I) is displayed.
A Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark (E) on the camera body. The distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is 46.5 mm (1.83 in.). 46.5 mm Focal plane mark A Live View Press the X button to zoom in for precise focus in live view (0 32).
Image Quality and Size Together, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quality images can be printed at larger sizes but also require more memory, meaning that fewer such images can be stored on the memory card (0 308). Image Quality Choose a file format and compression ratio (image quality). Option File type Description Record two copies of each photo: an NEF (RAW) image and a JPEG copy.
1 Display image quality options. Press the P button, then highlight the current image quality in the information display and press J. P button 2 Choose a file type. Highlight an option and press J. A NEF (RAW) Images Selecting NEF (RAW) for Image quality fixes Image size at Large (0 79). Date stamp (0 204) is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG fine.
Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. Choose from # Large, $ Medium, or % Small: Image size Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.) * # Large 6000 × 4000 50.8 × 33.9/20 × 13.3 $ Medium 4496 × 3000 38.1 × 25.4/15.0 × 10 % Small 2992 × 2000 25.3 × 16.9/10 × 6.7 * Approximate size when printed at 300 dpi. Print size in inches equals image size in pixels divided by printer resolution in dots per inch (dpi; 1 inch=approximately 2.54 cm). 1 Display image size options.
Using the Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used not only when natural lighting is inadequate but to fill in shadows and backlit subjects or to add a catch light to the subject’s eyes. Auto Pop-up Modes In i, k, n, o, S, T, U, and ' modes, the built-in flash automatically pops up and fires as required. 1 Choose a flash mode. Keeping the M (Y) button pressed, rotate the command dial until the desired flash mode is displayed. M (Y) button Command dial 2 Take photographs.
❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available: • No (auto): When lighting is poor or the subject is backlit, the flash pops up automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and fires as required. Not available in o mode. • Njo (auto + red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. The flash pops up and fires as required, but before it fires the redeye reduction lamp lights to help reduce “red-eye.” Not available in o mode.
Manual Pop-up Modes In P, S, A, and M modes, the flash must be raised manually. The flash will not fire if it is not raised. 1 Raise the flash. Press the M (Y) button to raise the flash. Note that if an optional external flash unit is attached, the built-in flash will not pop up; proceed to Step 2. M (Y) button 2 Choose a flash mode. Keeping the M (Y) button pressed, rotate the command dial until the desired flash mode is displayed. M (Y) button Command dial 3 Take photographs.
❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available: • N (fill flash): The flash fires with every shot. • Nj (red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. The flash fires with every shot, but before it fires, the red-eye reduction lamp lights to help reduce “red-eye.” • Njp (slow sync + red-eye): As for “red-eye reduction”, above, except that shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light. Use when you want to include background lighting in portraits.
A Lowering the Built-in Flash To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place. A The Built-in Flash Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of approximately 0.6 m (2 ft) and cannot be used in the macro range of zoom lenses with a macro function. Use lenses with focal lengths of 18 mm to 300 mm; peripheral illumination may drop if the flash is used with lenses with focal lengths under 18 mm.
A Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. 100 1.4 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 Aperture at ISO equivalent of 200 400 800 1600 3200 6400 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 — 4 5.6 8 11 — — 5.6 8 11 — — — 8 11 — — — — 11 — — — — — — — — — — — Approximate range m ft 1.0–6.0 3ft 4in.–19ft 8in. 0.7–4.2 2ft 4in.–13ft 9in. 0.6–3.0 2ft–9ft 10in. 0.6–2.1 2ft–6ft 10in. 0.6–1.5 2ft–4ft 11in. 0.6–1.1 2ft–3ft 7in. 0.6–0.7 2ft–2ft 4in.
ISO Sensitivity The camera’s sensitivity to light can be adjusted according to the amount of light available. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. Choosing Auto allows the camera to set ISO sensitivity automatically in response to lighting conditions; to use auto in P, S, A, and M modes, select Auto ISO sensitivity control for the ISO sensitivity settings item in the shooting menu (0 195).
2 Choose an ISO sensitivity. Highlight an option and press J.
P, S, A, and M Modes Shutter Speed and Aperture P, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode P S A M Description Programmed auto (0 89): Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to adjust camera settings. Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Shutter-priority auto (0 91): Use to freeze or blur motion. User chooses shutter speed; camera selects aperture for best results.
Mode P (Programmed Auto) This mode is recommended Mode dial for snapshots or whenever you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. To take pictures in programmed auto mode, rotate the mode dial to P.
A Flexible Program In mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the command dial (“flexible program”). Rotate the dial right for large apertures (low f-numbers) and fast shutter speeds, left for small apertures (high f-numbers) and slow shutter speeds. All combinations produce the same exposure. Rotate right to blur background details or freeze motion. Command dial Rotate left to increase depth of field or blur motion.
Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) This mode lets you control shutter speed: choose fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion, slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving objects. The camera automatically adjusts aperture for optimal exposure. Fast shutter speeds (e.g., 1/1600 s) freeze motion. Slow shutter speeds (e.g., 1 s) blur motion. To choose a shutter speed: 1 Rotate the mode dial to S.
2 Choose a shutter speed. Rotate the command dial to choose the desired shutter speed: rotate right for faster speeds, left for slower speeds.
Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto) In this mode, you can adjust aperture to control depth of field (the distance in front of and behind the main subject that appears to be in focus). The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed for optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers, e.g. Small apertures (high f-numbers, e.g. f/5.6) blur details in front of and f/22) bring the foreground and behind the main subject. background into focus. To choose an aperture: 1 Rotate the mode dial to A.
2 Choose an aperture. Rotate the command dial left for larger apertures (lower f-numbers), right for smaller apertures (higher fnumbers).
Mode M (Manual) In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speeds of “Bulb” and “Time” are available for long timeexposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks (0 97). 1 Rotate the mode dial to M.
2 Choose aperture and shutter speed. Checking the exposure indicator (see below), adjust shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speed is selected by rotating the command dial (right for faster speeds, left for slower). To adjust aperture, keep the E (N) button pressed while rotating the command dial (left for larger apertures/lower f-numbers and right for smaller apertures/higher f-numbers).
Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only) Select the following shutter speeds for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. • Bulb (A): The shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is Shutter speed: Bulb pressed all the way down. Use a tripod (35-second exposure) to prevent blur. Aperture: f/25 • Time (&): Start the exposure using the shutter-release button. The shutter remains open until the button is pressed a second time.
❚❚ Bulb 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial 2 Choose the shutter speed. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb (A). Command dial 3 Take the photograph. After focusing, press the shutter-release button all the way down. Remove your finger from the shutter-release button when the exposure is complete.
❚❚ Time 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial 2 Choose the shutter speed. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the command dial left to choose a shutter speed of Time (&). Command dial 3 Open the shutter. After focusing, press the shutter-release button all the way down. 4 Close the shutter. Press the shutter-release button all the way down.
Exposure Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure. Method Description Produces natural results in most situations. The camera meters a wide area of the frame and sets L Matrix metering exposure according to tone distribution, color, composition, and distance. Classic meter for portraits. Camera meters entire Center-weighted frame but assigns greatest weight to center area. M metering Recommended when using filters with an exposure factor (filter factor) over 1×.
1 Display metering options. Press the P button, then highlight the current metering method in the information display and press J. P button 2 Choose a metering method. Highlight an option and press J. A Spot Metering If e (Auto-area AF) is selected for AF-area mode during viewfinder photography (0 67), the camera will meter the center focus point.
Autoexposure Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using M (Center-weighted metering) and N (Spot metering) to meter exposure; note that autoexposure lock is not available in i or j mode. 1 Lock exposure. Shutter-release button Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutterrelease button halfway. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the A (L) button to lock exposure.
2 Recompose the photograph. Keeping the A (L) button pressed, recompose the photograph and shoot. A Adjusting Shutter Speed and Aperture While exposure lock is in effect, the following settings can be adjusted without altering the metered value for exposure: Mode Setting Shutter speed and aperture Programmed auto (flexible program; 0 90) Shutter-priority auto Shutter speed Aperture-priority auto Aperture The new values can be confirmed in the camera displays.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker (0 299). It is most effective when used with M (Centerweighted metering) or N (Spot metering) (0 100).
To choose a value for exposure compensation, keep the E (N) button pressed and rotate the command dial until the desired value is displayed. E (N) button Command dial +0.3 EV Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure compensation to ±0. In P, S, A, and M modes, exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off. In scene and % modes, exposure compensation will be reset when another mode is selected or the camera is turned off.
Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections (0 301). Keep the M (Y) and E (N) buttons pressed and rotate the command dial until the desired value is displayed. Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.
A The Information Display Flash compensation options can also be accessed from the information display (0 11). A Optional Flash Units Flash compensation is also available with optional flash units that support the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS; 0 276). The flash compensation selected with the optional flash unit is added to the flash compensation selected with the camera.
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast scenes, for example when photographing brightly lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day. Active D-Lighting is not recommended in mode M; in other modes, it is most effective when used with L (Matrix metering; 0 100).
2 Choose an option. Highlight On or Off and press J. D Active D-Lighting With some subjects, you may notice uneven shading, shadows around bright objects, or halos around dark objects. Active D-Lighting is not available with movies. A “Active D-Lighting” Versus “D-Lighting” Active D-Lighting adjusts exposure before shooting to optimize the dynamic range, while the D-Lighting option in the retouch menu (0 235) brightens shadows in images after shooting.
White Balance White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources; other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source: Option v Auto J I H N G M Incandescent Fluorescent Direct sunlight Flash Cloudy Shade L Preset manual 110 P, S, A, and M Modes Description Automatic white balance adjustment. Recommended in most situations. Use under incandescent lighting. Use with fluorescent lighting (0 112).
1 Display white balance options. Press the P button, then highlight the current white balance setting in the information display and press J. P button 2 Choose a white balance option. Highlight an option and press J.
A The Shooting Menu White balance can be selected using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 192), which also can be used to fine-tune white balance (0 114) or measure a value for preset white balance (0 116). The I Fluorescent option in the White balance menu can be used to select the light source from the bulb types.
A Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions. Color temperature is an objective measure of the color of a light source, defined with reference to the temperature to which an object would have to be heated to radiate light in the same wavelengths. While light sources with a color temperature in the neighborhood of 5000–5500 K appear white, light sources with a lower color temperature, such as incandescent light bulbs, appear slightly yellow or red.
Fine-Tuning White Balance White balance can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. White balance is fine-tuned using the White balance option in the shooting menu. 1 Display fine-tuning options. Highlight a white balance option and press 2 (if Fluorescent is selected, highlight the desired lighting type and press 2; note that fine-tuning is not available with L Preset manual). 2 Fine-tune white balance.
A White Balance Fine-Tuning The colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm” setting such as J Incandescent is selected will make photographs slightly “colder” but will not actually make them blue. A “Mired” Any given change in color temperature produces a greater difference in color at low color temperatures than it would at higher color temperatures.
Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. Two methods are available for setting preset white balance: Method Description Neutral gray or white object is placed under lighting that Measure will be used in final photo and white balance measured by camera (0 116). White balance is copied from photo on memory card Use photo (0 120).
4 Select Yes. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. The camera will enter preset measurement mode. When the camera is ready to measure white balance, a flashing D (L) will appear in the viewfinder and information display. 5 Measure white balance. Before the indicators stop flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter-release button all the way down.
6 Check the results. If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, a message to that effect will be displayed and a will flash in the viewfinder and the camera will return to shooting mode. To return to shooting mode immediately, press the shutter-release button halfway. If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance. A message will appear in the information display and a flashing b a will appear in the viewfinder.
D Measuring Preset White Balance If no operations are performed while the displays are flashing, direct measurement mode will end in the time selected for the Auto off timers option in the setup menu (0 209). D Preset White Balance The camera can store only one value for preset white balance at a time; the existing value will be replaced when a new value is measured.
❚❚ Copying White Balance from a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from a photograph on the memory card. 1 Select Preset manual. Highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press 2 to display white balance options. Highlight L Preset manual and press 2. 2 Select Use photo. Highlight Use photo and press 2. 3 Choose Select image. Highlight Select image and press 2 (to skip the remaining steps and use the image last selected for preset white balance, select This image).
5 Highlight the source image. To view the highlighted image full frame, press and hold the X button. 6 Copy white balance. Press J to set preset white balance to the white balance value for the highlighted photograph.
Picture Controls Picture Controls are preset combinations of image processing settings that include sharpening, clarity, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue. You can select a Picture Control to match the scene or customize settings to suit your creative intent. Selecting a Picture Control Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene.
1 Display Picture Control options. Press the P button, then highlight the current Picture Control and press J. P button 2 Select a Picture Control. Highlight a Picture Control and press J.
Modifying Picture Controls Picture Controls can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight Set Picture Control in the shooting menu and press 2. Highlight the desired Picture Control and press 2. 2 Adjust settings.
❚❚ Picture Control Settings Option Manual adjustments Description Mute or heighten the effect of the selected Picture Control (note that this resets all manual adjustments). Quick adjust Not available with Neutral, Monochrome, or Flat Picture Controls. Control the sharpness of outlines. Select A to adjust Sharpening sharpening automatically according to the type of scene. Adjust clarity manually or select A to let the camera adjust clarity automatically.
D “A” (Auto) Results for auto sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation vary with exposure and the position and size of the subject relative to the frame. A Switching Between Manual and Auto Press the X button to switch back and forth between manual and auto (A) settings for sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation. A Previous Settings The j indicator under the value display in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting.
Recording and Viewing Movies Recording Movies Movies can be recorded in live view mode. 1 Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. D The 0 Icon A 0 icon indicates that movies cannot be recorded. A Before Recording Live view switch If you are using a type E or PC-E NIKKOR lens (0 266, 267), you can choose the aperture for modes A and M during live view (0 93, 95).
3 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to start recording. A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Sound is recorded via the built-in microphone; be careful not to obstruct the microphone during recording.
A Taking Photographs During Movie Recording To end movie recording, take a photograph, and exit to live view, press the shutter-release button all the way down and hold it in this position until the shutter is released. A Maximum Length The maximum length for individual movie files is 4 GB (for maximum recording times, see “Movie Settings” (0 131)); note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length is reached (0 284).
The P Button When movie indicators are displayed by pressing the R button in live view mode, the following settings can be accessed by pressing the P button: • Movie frame size/quality (0 131) • White balance (0 110) • Microphone (0 131) • Exposure compensation (0 104) * • Focus mode (0 62) • AF-area mode (0 67) • Wind noise reduction (0 131) • Picture Control (0 122) * ISO sensitivity will be displayed in place of exposure compensation if On is selected for Movie settings > Manual movie settings (0 131) in
Movie Settings Use the Movie settings option in the shooting menu (0 132) to adjust the following settings. • Frame size/frame rate and Movie quality: The maximum length varies with the options selected. Frame size/frame rate 1 Maximum length 2 L 1920×1080; 60p 10 min. M 1920×1080; 50p N 1920×1080; 30p High quality O 1920×1080; 25p P 1920×1080; 24p 20 min. Q 1280× 720; 60p R 1280× 720; 50p t 1920×1080; 60p 20 min. u 1920×1080; 50p r 1920×1080; 30p s 1920×1080; 25p Normal k 1920×1080; 24p 29 min.
• Wind noise reduction: Select On to enable the low-cut filter for the built-in microphone, reducing noise produced by wind blowing over the microphone (note that other sounds may also be affected). • Manual movie settings: Choose On to allow manual adjustments to shutter speed and ISO sensitivity when the camera is in mode M.
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 141). Press J to start playback; your current position is indicated by the movie progress bar. 1 2 3 4 1 1 icon 4 Movie progress bar 2 Length 5 Volume 3 Current position/total length 6 Guide 5 6 The following operations can be performed: To Pause Play Rewind/advance Description Press 3 to pause playback. Press J to resume playback when the movie is paused or during rewind/advance. Press 4 to rewind, 2 to advance.
To Start slow-motion playback Skip 10 s Adjust volume Description Press 3 while the movie is paused to start slowmotion playback. Rotate the command dial one stop to skip ahead or back 10 s. Press X to increase volume, W (Q) to decrease. Return to full-frame Press 1 or K to exit to full-frame playback.
Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option Description Choose start/end Create a copy from which unwanted f point footage has been removed. g Save selected frame Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. Trimming Movies To create trimmed copies of movies: 1 Display a movie full frame. 2 Pause the movie on the new opening frame.
3 Select Choose start/end point. Press the P button, then highlight Choose start/end point and press 2. P button 4 Select Start point. To create a copy that begins from the current frame, highlight Start point and press J. The frames before the current frame will be removed when you save the copy in Step 9.
5 Confirm the new start point. If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to advance or rewind (to skip to 10 s ahead or back, rotate the command dial). 6 Choose the end point. Press A (L) to switch from the start point (w) to the end point (x) selection tool and then select the closing frame as described in Step 5. The frames after the selected frame will be removed when you save the copy in Step 9. A (L) button End point 7 Create the copy.
9 Save the copy. Highlight Save as new file and press J to save the copy to a new file. To replace the original movie file with the edited copy, highlight Overwrite existing file and press J. D Trimming Movies Movies must be at least two seconds long. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card. Copies have the same time and date of creation as the original.
Saving Selected Frames To save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still: 1 Pause the movie on the desired frame. Play the movie back as described in “Viewing Movies” (0 133), pressing J to start and resume playback and 3 to pause. Pause the movie at the frame you intend to copy. 2 Choose Save selected frame. Press the P button, then highlight Save selected frame and press 2.
3 Create a still copy. Press 1 to create a still copy of the current frame. 4 Save the copy. Highlight Yes and press J to create a fine-quality (0 77) JPEG copy of the selected frame. A Save Selected Frame JPEG movie stills created with the Save selected frame option cannot be retouched. JPEG movie stills lack some categories of photo information (0 144).
More on Playback Viewing Images Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2; to view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 or 3 (0 144). If current picture is marked with 1 icon to show that it is a movie, pressing J starts movie playback (0 133). K button Playback Modes Press the W (Q) to “zoom out” from fullframe playback to a thumbnail view.
❚❚ Thumbnail Playback The number of images displayed increases from 4 to 9 to 72 each time the W (Q) button is pressed, and decreases with each press of the X button. Use the multi selector to highlight images. ❚❚ Calendar Playback Use the multi selector to highlight dates Date list in the date list; the pictures taken on the selected date appear in the thumbnail list.
The P Button Pressing the P button in full-frame, thumbnail, or calendar playback displays the options listed below. Highlight items and press 2 to view options. • Rating: Rate the current picture (0 157). P button • Retouch (photographs only): Use the options in the retouch menu (0 227) to create a retouched copy of the current photograph. • Edit movie (movies only): Edit movies using the options in the edit movie menu (0 135).
Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in fullframe playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as shown below. Note that “image only”, shooting data, RGB histograms, highlights, and overview data are only displayed if corresponding option is selected for Playback display options (0 189). Location data are only displayed if embedded in the picture (0 222).
❚❚ File Information 1 Protect status...............................156 6 Image quality ................................ 77 2 Retouch indicator .......................228 7 Image size....................................... 79 3 Upload marking ........143, 159, 166 8 Time of recording ................ 18, 207 4 Frame number/total number of images 9 Date of recording................. 18, 207 10 Folder name................................. 220 5 File name ......................................
❚❚ RGB Histogram 1 Histogram (RGB channel). In all histograms, horizontal axis gives pixel brightness, vertical axis number of pixels. 2 Histogram (red channel) 3 Histogram (green channel) 4 Histogram (blue channel) 5 White balance.............................. 110 White balance fine-tuning ....... 114 Preset manual.............................. 116 A Playback Zoom To zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X.
A Histograms Camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may differ from those displayed in imaging applications. Some sample histograms are shown below: If the image contains objects with a wide range of brightnesses, the distribution of tones will be relatively even. If the image is dark, tone distribution will be shifted to the left. If the image is bright, tone distribution will be shifted to the right.
❚❚ Shooting Data 1 Metering ....................................... 100 Shutter speed .................................88 Aperture...........................................88 7 Flash type ............................ 199, 276 Commander mode 2 2 Shooting mode ..........26, 42, 44, 88 ISO sensitivity 1 ...............................86 9 Flash control ................................ 199 Flash compensation .................. 106 8 Flash mode ..............................
11 White balance..............................110 12 Color space................................... 196 White balance fine-tuning .......114 13 Picture Control *........................... 122 Preset manual..............................116 * Items displayed vary with Picture Control selected. 14 Noise reduction...........................197 17 Retouch history........................... 227 15 Active D-Lighting * ......................108 18 Image comment ......................... 213 16 Vignette control ..
19 Name of photographer * ........... 214 20 Copyright holder * ...................... 214 * Copyright information is only displayed if recorded with the photograph using the Copyright information option in the setup menu.
❚❚ Overview Data 1 Frame number/total number of images 15 Rating............................................ 157 16 Metering....................................... 100 2 Upload marking........ 143, 159, 166 17 Shooting mode..........26, 42, 44, 88 3 Protect status............................... 156 18 Shutter speed.................................88 4 Retouch indicator ....................... 228 19 Aperture ..........................................88 5 Camera name 20 ISO sensitivity 1 ................
❚❚ Location Data The latitude, longitude, and other location data are supplied by and vary with the smart device (0 222). In the case of movies, the data give the location at the start of recording.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press the X button to zoom in on the image displayed in fullframe playback or on the image currently highlighted in thumbnail or calendar playback. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: To Description Press X to zoom in to maximum of approximately 38× (large images), 28× (medium images) or 19× (small images). Press W (Q) to zoom out. While a photo is zoomed in, use multi selector to view areas of image not visible in monitor.
To Description Rotate command dial to view same location in other View other images at current zoom ratio. Playback zoom is images cancelled when a movie is displayed. Press J to cancel zoom and return to full-frame Cancel zoom playback. Change protect Press A (L) to protect or remove protection from status images (0 156). ❚❚ Cropping Photos Follow the steps below to crop photos displayed during playback zoom to the area currently visible in the monitor. 1 Press P.
❚❚ Face Zoom To zoom in on a face detected by the camera, press the P button in the zoom display and then highlight Face zoom and press J. P button The current subject is indicated by a white frame in the navigation window. Press X or W (Q) to zoom in or out, or use the multi selector to view other faces.
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the A (L) button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files cannot be deleted using the O button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 203). To protect a photograph: 1 Select an image. Display the image in full-frame playback or playback zoom or highlight it in the thumbnail list.
Rating Pictures Rate pictures or mark them as candidates for later deletion. Ratings can also be viewed in ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D. Rating is not available with protected images. Rating Individual Pictures 1 Select an image. Display or highlight the image. 2 Display playback options. Press the P button to display playback options. P button 3 Select Rating. Highlight Rating and press 2. 4 Choose a rating.
Rating Multiple Pictures Use the Rating option in the playback menu to rate multiple pictures. 1 Select Rating. Highlight Rating in the playback menu and press 2. 2 Rate pictures. Press 4 or 2 to highlight pictures (to view the currently highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button) and press 1 or 3 to choose a rating of from zero to five stars, or select ) to mark the picture as a candidate for later deletion. Press J to complete the operation.
Selecting Photos for Upload The SnapBridge app can be used to upload pictures to a smart device via a wireless connection (0 166). Follow the steps below to select photos for upload to a smart device. Movies cannot be selected for upload; photos are uploaded at a size of 2 megapixels. Selecting Individual Photos 1 Select a photo. Display or highlight the image. 2 Display playback options. Press the P button to display playback options. P button 3 Choose Select to send to smart device/deselect.
Selecting Multiple Photos Follow the steps below to change the upload status of multiple photos. 1 Choose Select image(s). In the playback menu, select Select to send to smart device, then highlight Select image(s) and press 2. 2 Select photos. Use the multi selector to highlight photos and press the W (Q) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button). Selected photos are marked by a & icon. 3 Press J. Press J to complete the operation.
Deleting Photographs To delete the current photograph, press the O button. To delete multiple selected photographs, all photographs taken on a selected date, or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs cannot be recovered. Note that pictures that are protected cannot be deleted. During Playback Press the O button to delete the current photograph. 1 Press the O button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed.
The Playback Menu The Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Q Selected n Select date R All Description Delete selected pictures. Delete all pictures taken on a selected date (0 163). Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback (0 189). ❚❚ Selected: Deleting Selected Photographs 1 Select the highlighted picture.
❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Taken on a Selected Date 1 Select dates. Highlight a date and press 2 to select all pictures taken on the highlighted date. Selected dates are indicated by check marks. Repeat as desired to select additional dates; to deselect a date, highlight it and press 2. 2 Press J to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J.
Slide Shows The Slide show option in the playback menu is used to display a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 189). 1 Select Slide show. Highlight Slide show in the playback menu and press 2. 2 Start the slide show. Highlight Start in the slide show menu and press J. The following operations can be performed while the slide show is in progress: To Skip back/skip ahead View additional photo info Description Press 4 to return to previous frame, 2 to skip to next frame.
A dialog is displayed when the show ends. Select Restart to restart or Exit to return to the playback menu. Slide Show Options Before starting a slide show, you can use the options in the slide show menu to select the images displayed by type or rating and choose how long each image is displayed. • Image type: Choose from Still images and movies, Still images only, Movies only, and By rating. To include only pictures with selected ratings, highlight By rating and press 2.
Connections Expand your photographic horizons by connecting the camera to smartphones or tablets (smart devices), computers, or printers or HDMI devices. Connecting Using SnapBridge This section describes how to use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between your camera and smart device. Use the latest version of the SnapBridge app.
Preparing for Pairing Before connecting, ready your smart device by installing the SnapBridge app and enabling Bluetooth. 1 Search for “snapbridge” on the Apple App Store® (iOS) or Google Play™ (Android™) and install the SnapBridge app. Information on supported operating systems is available from the download site. This camera is not compatible with the SnapBridge 360/170 app. 2 Enable Bluetooth on the smart device. For more information, see the documentation for the smart device.
Android Devices Follow the steps below to pair the camera with Android devices (for information on iOS devices, see “iOS Devices”, 0 173). Before pairing, confirm that there is space available on the camera memory card. To prevent unexpected interruptions, you should also check that the camera battery is fully charged. 1 Camera: Highlight Connect to smart device in the setup menu and press 2. After confirming that camera displays the app and camera name, ready the smart device.
2 Smart device: Launch SnapBridge on the smart device and tap Connect to camera. A Pairing After Launch If you tapped Skip at the top right corner of the welcome dialog to skip pairing when launching SnapBridge for the first time, tap Connect to camera in the tab and proceed to Step 3. A Launching SnapBridge Early If you launched SnapBridge before being prompted by the camera, SnapBridge will direct you to choose a camera type in Step 2.
3 Smart device: Tap the camera name. A Camera Name Not Displayed SnapBridge may not show the camera name if launched before the camera displays the launch prompt (Step 1). Exit SnapBridge and confirm that it is not running in the background (the procedure varies with the smart device; see the documentation provided with your device for details) before tapping the SnapBridge icon to launch SnapBridge again.
5 Camera/smart device: Initiate pairing. • Camera: Press J. • Smart device: Tap PAIR (the button circled in the illustration below, which may be labelled differently in different versions of the operation system). D Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button in SnapBridge, pairing will fail and an error will be displayed. • Camera: Press J and return to Step 1. • Smart device: Tap OK and return to Step 2.
6 Camera/smart device: Follow the on-screen instructions. • Camera: Press J. When pairing is complete, the camera will display a message stating the camera and smart device are connected. Press J and follow the on-screen instructions. • Smart device: Pairing is complete. Tap OK to exit to the tab. A Pairing with Multiple Cameras To pair with additional cameras, tap , select Add camera, and repeat Steps 3–6. SnapBridge can be used to pair with up to 5 cameras.
iOS Devices Follow the steps below to pair the camera with iOS devices (for information on Android devices, see “Android Devices”, 0 168). Before pairing, confirm that there is space available on the camera memory card. To prevent unexpected interruptions, you should also check that the camera battery is fully charged. 1 Camera: Highlight Connect to smart device in the setup menu and press 2. After confirming that camera displays the app and camera name, ready the smart device.
2 iOS device: Launch SnapBridge on the iOS device and tap Connect to camera. A Pairing After Launch If you tapped Skip at the top right corner of the welcome dialog to skip pairing when launching SnapBridge for the first time, tap Connect to camera in the tab and proceed to Step 3. A Launching SnapBridge Early If you launched SnapBridge before being prompted by the camera, SnapBridge will direct you to choose a camera type in Step 2.
3 iOS device: Tap the camera name. A Camera Name Not Displayed SnapBridge may not show the camera name if launched before the camera displays the launch prompt (Step 1).
4 iOS device: A confirmation dialog will be displayed; read the pairing instructions carefully and tap Understood. 5 iOS device: Tap the camera name when prompted.
6 Camera/iOS device: Initiate pairing. • Camera: Press J. • iOS device: Tap Pair (the button circled in the illustration below, which may be labelled differently in different versions of the operation system). A Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button in SnapBridge, pairing will fail and an error will be displayed. • Camera: Press J and return to Step 1.
7 Camera/iOS device: Follow the on-screen instructions. • Camera: Press J. When pairing is complete, the camera will display a message stating the camera and smart device are connected. Press J and follow the on-screen instructions. • iOS device: Pairing is complete. Tap OK to exit to the tab. A Pairing with Multiple Cameras To pair with additional cameras, tap , select Add camera, and repeat Steps 3–7. SnapBridge can be used to pair with up to 5 cameras.
Installing ViewNX-i To fine-tune photos and upload and view pictures, download the latest version of the ViewNX-i installer from the following website and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation. An Internet connection is required. For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.
Copying Pictures to the Computer Before proceeding, be sure you have installed ViewNX-i (0 179). 1 Connect the USB cable. After turning the camera off and ensuring that a memory card is inserted, connect a USB cable (available separately) as shown and then turn the camera on. D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard. A Use a Reliable Power Source To ensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera battery is fully charged.
2 Start Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX-i. If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. D During Transfer Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress. A Windows 7 If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program. A program selection dialog will be displayed; select Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click .
3 Click Start Transfer. Pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Start Transfer 4 Terminate the connection. When transfer is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. A For More Information Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX-i.
Printing Photographs Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 305) connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using a USB cable (available separately). Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. When the camera and printer are turned on, a welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display. D Selecting Photographs for Printing NEF (RAW) photographs (0 77) cannot be selected for printing.
Printing Pictures One at a Time 1 Display the desired picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press the X button to zoom in on the current frame (0 153; press K to exit zoom). To view six pictures at a time, press the W (Q) button. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or press X to display the highlighted picture full frame. 2 Adjust printer settings.
Printing Multiple Pictures 1 Display the PictBridge menu. Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display. 2 Choose an option. Highlight one of the following options and press 2. • Print select: Select pictures for printing. Press 4 or 2 to scroll through pictures (to view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button) and press 1 or 3 to choose the number of prints. To deselect a picture, set the number of prints to zero.
Viewing Pictures on TV The optional High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (0 281) can be used to connect the camera to high-definition video devices. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable. Connect to camera Connect to high-definition device (choose cable with connector for HDMI device) Tune the device to the HDMI channel, then turn the camera on and press the K button. During playback, images will be displayed on the television screen.
❚❚ Choosing an Output Resolution To choose the format for images output to the HDMI device, select HDMI > Output resolution in the camera setup menu (0 201). If Auto is selected, the camera will automatically select the appropriate format.
Camera Menus D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab.
Playback Folder G button ➜ D playback menu Choose a folder for playback: Option Description Pictures in all folders created with the D3500 will be visible during playback. All Pictures in all folders will be visible during playback. Only photos in the folder currently selected for Storage Current folder in the setup menu (0 220) are displayed during playback. D3500 Playback Display Options G button ➜ D playback menu Choose the information available in the playback photo information display (0 144).
Image Review G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed by pressing the D button. Auto Image Rotation G button ➜ D playback menu Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback or when viewed in ViewNX-i or in Capture NX-D.
Rotate Tall G button ➜ D playback menu If On is selected, “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures will be automatically rotated for display in the monitor (pictures taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation will still be displayed in landscape orientation). Note that because the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review.
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.
Option Auto distortion control Focus mode Viewfinder Live view/movie AF-area mode n, 1, 2, 3 m Viewfinder Other modes k, o Live view/ n movie Other modes Built-in AF-assist illuminator Metering Flash cntrl for built-in flash/ Optional flash Optical VR * Movie settings Frame size/frame rate Movie quality Microphone Wind noise reduction Manual movie settings Default Off 0 198 Auto-servo AF Single-servo AF 62 Single-point AF Dynamic-area AF Auto-area AF Face-priority AF Normal-area AF Wide-area AF On Matr
Reset Shooting Menu G button ➜ C shooting menu Select Yes to reset shooting menu settings.
❚❚ Auto ISO Sensitivity control This option is available with type E and G lenses (0 267) when the camera is in P, S, A, or M mode. If Off is selected, ISO sensitivity will remain fixed at the value selected by the user (0 86). When On is chosen, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure cannot be achieved at the value selected by the user.
A Maximum Sensitivity/Minimum Shutter Speed When auto ISO sensitivity control is enabled, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed graphics in the information display show the maximum sensitivity and minimum shutter speed.
Noise Reduction G button ➜ C shooting menu Select On to reduce noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, or fog). Noise reduction takes effect at all ISO sensitivities, but is most noticeable at higher values. The time required for processing at shutter speeds slower than about 1 s roughly doubles; during processing, “l m” will flash in the viewfinder and photographs cannot be taken. Noise reduction will not be performed if the camera is turned off before processing is complete.
Auto Distortion Control G button ➜ C shooting menu Select On to reduce barrel distortion when shooting with wideangle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion when shooting with long lenses (note that the edges of the area visible in the viewfinder may be cropped out of the final photograph, and that the time needed to process photographs before recording begins may increase).
Flash Cntrl for Built-in Flash/Optional Flash G button ➜ C shooting menu Choose the flash mode for the built-in flash in P, S, A, and M modes. When an optional SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300 flash unit is attached and turned on, this option changes to Optional flash and is used to choose the flash mode for the optional flash unit (0 276). Option 1 TTL 2 Manual Description Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions. Choose a flash level.
A TTL Flash Control The following types of flash control are supported when a type E or G lens is used in combination with the built-in flash (0 80) or optional flash units (0 276). • i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash for Digital SLR: Information from the 420-pixel RGB sensor is used to adjust flash output for a natural balance between the main subject and the background.
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup To display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab.
Option Lock mirror up for cleaning 2 Image Dust Off ref photo Image comment Copyright information Beep Flicker reduction Buttons Assign AE-L/AF-L button Shutter-release button AE-L AF activation Rangefinder Manual focus ring in AF mode 3 File number sequence Storage folder File naming HDMI Output resolution Device control Location data Download from smart device Position Airplane mode Default — — — — Low Auto 0 288 211 213 214 215 215 AE/AF lock Off Enable Off Enable Off — DSC 216 216 216 217 218 219 22
Option Eye-Fi upload 4 Conformity marking Slot empty release lock Reset all settings Firmware version 1 2 3 4 Default Enable — Release locked — — 0 224 225 226 226 226 Default varies with country of purchase. Not available when battery is low. Available only with lenses that support this item. Only available when compatible Eye-Fi memory card is inserted (0 224). Note: Depending on camera settings, some items may be grayed out and unavailable.
1 Highlight Yes. To exit without formatting the memory card, highlight No and press J. 2 Press J. A message will be displayed while the card is formatted. Do not remove the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until formatting is complete. Date Stamp G button ➜ B setup menu Choose the date information imprinted on photographs as they are taken. Date stamps cannot be added to or removed from existing photos.
At settings other than Off, the selected option is indicated by a d icon in the information display. A Date Stamp The date is recorded in the order selected for Time zone and date (0 207). The imprinted data may be cropped out or rendered illegible in copies created when images are retouched (0 227). The date does not appear on NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG images.
2 Enter additional dates or edit existing dates. To change a date or enter additional dates, highlight a slot, press 2, and enter a date as described above. 3 Choose a date. Highlight a slot in the date list and press J. 4 Choose a date counter format. Highlight Display options and press 2, then highlight a date format and press J. 5 Exit the date counter menu. Press J to exit the date counter menu.
Time Zone and Date G button ➜ B setup menu Change time zones, synchronize the clock with the clock on a smart device, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off. Option Description Choose a time zone. The camera clock is automatically Time zone set to the time in the new time zone. Date and time Set the camera clock (0 18).
Info Display Format G button ➜ B setup menu Choose an information display format (0 6). Formats can be chosen separately for auto, scene, and special effects modes and for P, S, A, and M modes. Classic Graphic 1 Select a shooting mode option. Highlight AUTO/SCENE/EFFECTS or P/S/A/M and press 2. 2 Select a design. Highlight a design and press J. Auto Info Display G button ➜ B setup menu If On is selected, the information display will appear after the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Auto off Timers G button ➜ B setup menu This option determines how long the monitor remains on if no operations are performed during menu display and playback (Playback/menus), while photographs are displayed in the monitor after shooting (Image review), and during live view (Live view), and how long the standby timer, viewfinder, and information display remain on when no operations are performed (Standby timer). Choose shorter auto-off delays to reduce the drain on the battery.
Self-Timer G button ➜ B setup menu Choose the length of the shutter release delay and the number of shots taken. • Self-timer delay: Choose the length of the shutter-release delay. • Number of shots: Press 1 and 3 to choose the number of shots taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed (from 1 to 9; if a value other than 1 is selected, shots will be taken at intervals of about 4 seconds).
Image Dust Off Ref Photo G button ➜ B setup menu Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX-D (for more information, refer to Capture NX-D online help). Image Dust Off ref photo is available only when a type E or G lens is mounted on the camera. A lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended. When using a zoom lens, zoom all the way in. 1 Select Start. Highlight Start and press J. To exit without acquiring image dust off data, press G.
3 Acquire Image Dust Off reference data. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data. The monitor turns off when the shutter-release button is pressed. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to acquire Image Dust Off reference data and a message will be displayed. Choose another reference object and repeat the process from Step 1.
Image Comment G button ➜ B setup menu Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D. The comment is also visible on the shooting data page in the photo information display (0 149). The following options are available: • Input comment: Input a comment as described below. Comments can be up to 36 characters long. • Attach comment: Select this option to attach the comment to all subsequent photographs.
Copyright Information G button ➜ B setup menu Add copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is included in the shooting data shown in the photo information display and can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or in Capture NX-D. The following options are available: • Artist: Enter a photographer name as described in “Text Entry” (0 213). Photographer names can be up to 36 characters long.
Beep G button ➜ B setup menu Choose the pitch (High or Low) of the beep that sounds when the camera focuses and in self-timer mode. Select Off to prevent the beep from sounding. The current setting is shown in the information display: 3 is displayed when the beep is on, 2 when it is off. Flicker Reduction G button ➜ B setup menu Reduce flicker and banding when shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during live view (0 33) or movie recording (0 127).
Buttons G button ➜ B setup menu ❚❚ Assign AE-L/AF-L Button Choose the role played by the A (L) button. A (L) button Option Description Focus and exposure lock while the A (L) button B AE/AF lock is pressed. Exposure locks while the A (L) button is C AE lock only pressed. Exposure locks when the A (L) button is AE lock pressed, and remains locked until the button is E (Hold) pressed a second time or the standby timer expires. F AF lock only Focus locks while the A (L) button is pressed.
Rangefinder G button ➜ B setup menu Choose On to use the exposure indicator to determine whether the camera is correctly focused in manual focus mode (0 74; note that this function is not available in shooting mode M, when the exposure indicator instead shows whether the subject is correctly exposed). Indicator Description Subject in focus. Focus point is slightly in front of subject. Focus point is well in front of subject. Focus point is slightly behind subject. Focus point is well behind subject.
Manual Focus Ring in AF Mode G button ➜ B setup menu This item is displayed only with lenses that support it. Selecting Enable allows the lens focus ring to be used for manual focus when the camera is in autofocus mode; this is known as “autofocus with manual override” (M/A). After pressing the shutter-release button halfway to focus, keep the button pressed halfway and adjust focus using the focus ring.
File Number Sequence G button ➜ B setup menu When a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding one to the last file number used. This option controls whether file numbering continues from the last number used when a new folder is created, the memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted in the camera.
Storage Folder G button ➜ B setup menu Select the folder in which subsequent images will be stored. ❚❚ Selecting Folders by Folder Number 1 Choose Select folder by number. Highlight Select folder by number and press 2. 2 Choose a folder number. Press 4 or 2 to highlight a digit, press 1 or 3 to change. If a folder with the selected number already exists, a W, X, or Y icon will be displayed to the left of the folder number: • W : Folder is empty. • X : Folder is partially full.
❚❚ Selecting Folders from a List 1 Choose Select folder from list. Highlight Select folder from list and press 2. 2 Highlight a folder. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a folder. 3 Select the highlighted folder. Press J to select the highlighted folder and return to the main menu. Subsequent photographs will be stored in the selected folder.
File Naming G button ➜ B setup menu Photographs are saved using file names consisting of “DSC_” or, in the case of images that use the Adobe RGB color space (0 196), “_DSC”, followed by a four-digit number and a threeletter extension (e.g., “DSC_0001.JPG”). The File naming option is used to select three letters to replace the “DSC” portion of the file name. For information on editing file names, see “Text Entry” (0 213). A Extensions The following extensions are used: “.NEF” for NEF (RAW) images, “.
Airplane Mode G button ➜ B setup menu Select Enable to disable the wireless features of Eye-Fi cards and Bluetooth connections to smart devices. Send to Smart Device (Auto) G button ➜ B setup menu If On is selected, new photos will automatically be uploaded to the smart device (if the camera is not currently connected to the smart device, the photos will be marked for upload and uploaded the next time a wireless connection is established). Movies are not uploaded.
Eye-Fi Upload G button ➜ B setup menu This option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enable to upload photographs to a preselected destination. Note that pictures will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient. Before uploading pictures via Eye-Fi, select Disable for Airplane mode (0 223) and Bluetooth > Network connection (0 223).
When an Eye-Fi card is inserted, its status is indicated by an icon in the information display: • d: Eye-Fi upload disabled. • e: Eye-Fi upload enabled but no pictures available for upload. • f (static): Eye-Fi upload enabled; waiting to begin upload. • f (animated): Eye-Fi upload enabled; uploading data. • g: Error — camera cannot control Eye-Fi card.
Slot Empty Release Lock G button ➜ B setup menu If Release locked is selected, the shutter-release button is only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera. Selecting Enable release allows the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted, although no pictures will be recorded (they will however be displayed in the monitor in demo mode). Reset All Settings G button ➜ B setup menu Reset all settings except Language and Time zone and date to their default values (0 192, 194, 201).
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies To display the retouch menu, press G and select the N (retouch menu) tab. G button Retouch Menu Options The options in the retouch menu are used to create trimmed or retouched copies of existing pictures. The retouch menu is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera.
Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: 1 Display retouch options. Highlight the desired item in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J (to view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button). A Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images created with other devices. If the image was recorded at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) + JPEG (0 77), retouch options apply only to the RAW copy.
A Creating Retouched Copies During Playback To create a retouched copy of the picture currently displayed in fullframe playback (0 141), press P, then highlight Retouch and press 2 and select a retouch option (Image overlay excluded). A Retouching Copies Most options can be applied to copies created using other retouch options, although with the exceptions of Image overlay and Edit movie > Choose start/end point, each option can be applied only once (note that multiple edits may result in loss of detail).
NEF (RAW) Processing G button ➜ N retouch menu Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs. 1 Select NEF (RAW) processing. Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph. Use the multi selector to highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button). Press J to select the highlighted photograph and proceed to the next step.
3 Choose settings for the JPEG copy. Adjust the settings listed below. Note that white balance and vignette control are not available with pictures created with image overlay (0 241), and that the effects of exposure compensation may differ from those that might have been expected when the photograph was taken. 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 1 Image quality................................. 77 6 High ISO NR 2 Image size....................................... 79 7 Color space...................................
Trim G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described in the following table. To Description Reduce size of Press the W (Q) button to reduce the size of the crop. crop Increase size of Press the X button to increase the size of the crop. crop Change crop Rotate the command dial to choose the aspect ratio. aspect ratio Use multi selector to position the crop.
Resize G button ➜ N retouch menu Create small copies of selected photographs. 1 Select Resize. To resize selected images, highlight Resize in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press 2. Highlight an option and press J.
3 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W (Q) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button). Selected pictures are marked by a 1 icon. Press W (Q) button J when the selection is complete. 4 Save the resized copies. A confirmation dialog will be displayed. Highlight Yes and press J to save the resized copies.
D-Lighting G button ➜ N retouch menu D-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before D-Lighting (U Portrait disabled) D-Lighting (M Portrait enabled) Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of correction performed; the effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. ❚❚ “Portrait” To enable or disable this option, highlight Portrait and press 2.
Quick Retouch G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies with enhanced saturation and contrast. D-Lighting is applied as required to brighten dark or backlit subjects. Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of enhancement. Press J to copy the photograph. Red-Eye Correction G button ➜ N retouch menu This option is used to correct “red-eye” caused by the flash, and is available only with photographs taken using the flash. The photograph selected for red-eye correction can be previewed in the edit display.
Straighten G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a straightened copy of the selected image. Press 2 to rotate the image clockwise by up to five degrees in increments of approximately 0.25 degrees, 4 to rotate it counterclockwise (note that edges of the image will be trimmed to create a rectangular copy). Press J to save the retouched copy. Distortion Control G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies with reduced peripheral distortion.
Perspective Control G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out). Press J to save the retouched copy. Before After Fisheye G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies that appear to have been taken with a fisheye lens.
Filter Effects G button ➜ N retouch menu After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph. Option Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making the picture Skylight less blue. Creates a copy with warm tone filter effects, giving the Warm filter copy a “warm” red cast. Add starburst effects to light sources. • Number of points: Choose from four, six, or eight. • Filter amount: Choose the brightness of the light Cross screen sources affected.
Monochrome G button ➜ N retouch menu Copy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome). Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the selected image; press 1 to increase color saturation, 3 to decrease. Press J to create a monochrome copy.
Image Overlay G button ➜ N retouch menu Image overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings; before creating an overlay, set image quality and size (0 77, 79; all options are available).
3 Select the second image. The selected image will appear as Image 1. Highlight Image 2 and press J, then select the second photo as described in Step 2. 4 Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select gain from values between 0.1 and 2.0. Repeat for the second image. The default value is 1.0; select 0.5 to halve gain or 2.0 to double it. The effects of gain are visible in the Preview column. 5 Preview the overlay.
6 Save the overlay. Press J while the preview is displayed to save the overlay. After an overlay is created, the resulting image will be displayed full-frame in the monitor. D Image Overlay The overlay has the same photo info as the photograph selected for Image 1. The current image comment is appended to the overlay when it is saved; copyright information, however, is not copied. Color Outline G button ➜ N retouch menu Create an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting.
Photo Illustration G button ➜ N retouch menu Sharpen outlines and simplify coloring for a poster effect. Press 2 or 4 to make outlines thicker or thinner. Press J to save the retouched copy. Before After Color Sketch G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy of a photograph that resembles a sketch made with colored pencils. Press 1 or 3 to highlight Vividness or Outlines and press 4 or 2 to change.
Miniature Effect G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in the copy is indicated by a yellow frame. To Description Choose Press W (Q) to choose the orientation of the area that orientation will be in focus in the copy. Choose position Press 1 or 3 (wide orientation) or 4 or 2 (tall orientation) to position the frame showing the area that will be in focus in the copy.
Selective Color G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy in which only selected hues appear in color. 1 Select Selective color. Highlight Selective color in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Select a photograph. Use the multi selector to highlight a photograph and press J (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button). 3 Select a color.
4 Highlight the color range. Color range Rotate the command dial to highlight the color range for the selected color. 5 Choose the color range. Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors. 6 Select additional colors.
Painting G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy which emphasizes detail and color for a painterly effect. Press J to save the retouched copy.
Side-by-side Comparison Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the retouch menu is displayed by pressing the P button and selecting Retouch when a copy or original is played back full frame. 1 Select a picture. Select a retouched copy (shown by a Z icon) or a photograph that has been retouched in full-frame playback. Press P, then highlight Retouch and press 2. P button 2 Select Side-by-side comparison. Highlight Side-by-side comparison and press J.
3 Compare the copy with the original. Options used to create The source image is displayed on the copy left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create the copy listed at the top of the display. Press 4 or 2 to switch between the source image and the retouched copy. To view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button. If Source Retouched the copy was created from two image copy images using Image overlay, press 1 or 3 to view the other source image.
m Recent Settings To display the recent settings menu, press G and select the m (recent settings) tab. G button The recent settings menu lists the 20 most recently used settings. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select. A Removing Items from the Recent Settings Menu To remove an item from the recent settings menu, highlight it and press the O button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O again to delete the selected item.
Troubleshooting You may be able to resolve any issues with the camera by following the steps below. Check this list before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. 1 Check the common problems listed in the following sections: • “Problems and Solutions” (0 253) • “Error Messages” (0 261) 2 Turn the camera off and remove the battery. After waiting for about a minute, re-insert the battery and turn the camera on.
Problems and Solutions Solutions to some common issues are listed below. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the battery or, if you are using an AC adapter, disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter.
Shooting (All Modes) Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is locked, full, or not inserted. • Release locked is selected for Slot empty release lock in the setup menu (0 226) and no memory card is inserted (0 13). • Built-in flash is charging (0 32). • Camera is not in focus (0 29). • The attached lens is not type E or G and the camera is not in mode M (0 267).
AF-assist illuminator does not light: • AF-assist illuminator does not light if AF-C is selected for autofocus mode (0 62) or if continuous-servo autofocus is selected when the camera is in AF-A mode. Choose AF-S. If an option other than e (Auto-area AF) is selected for AF-area mode, select center focus point (0 67, 69). • The camera is currently in live view. • Off is selected for Built-in AF-assist illuminator (0 198). • Illuminator has turned off automatically.
Noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) appears in photos: • Bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, and lines can be reduced by lowering ISO sensitivity. • Use the Noise reduction option in the shooting menu to limit the occurrence of bright spots or fog in photos taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s (0 197).
Sound is not recorded with movies: Microphone off is selected for Movie settings > Microphone (0 131).
Shooting (P, S, A, M) Shutter-release disabled: • The attached lens is not type E or G: rotate camera mode dial to M (0 95, 267). • Mode dial rotated to S after shutter speed of “Bulb” or “Time” selected in mode M: choose new shutter speed (0 91). Full range of shutter speeds not available: • Flash in use (0 84). • When On is selected for Movie settings > Manual movie settings in the shooting menu, the range of available shutter speeds varies with the frame rate (0 131).
Playback NEF (RAW) image is not played back: Photo was taken at image quality of NEF (RAW)+JPEG (0 77). Cannot view pictures recorded with other cameras: Pictures recorded with other makes of camera may not be displayed correctly. Some pictures are not displayed during playback: Select All for Playback folder (0 189). “Tall” (portrait) orientation photos are displayed in “wide” (landscape) orientation: • Select On for Rotate tall (0 191). • Photo was taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation (0 190).
Bluetooth The memory card access lamp lights when the camera is off: The camera is transmitting data to a smart device. This is not a malfunction. Cannot connect to wireless printers and other wireless devices: This camera can connect only to devices to which the SnapBridge app has been installed. Miscellaneous Date of recording is not correct: Set camera clock (0 18, 207).
Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder and monitor. A Warning Icons A flashing d in the monitor or s in the viewfinder indicates that a warning or error message can be displayed in the monitor by pressing the W (Q) button. Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Lens not attached F/s (flashes) Before taking photos, rotate the zoom ring to extend the lens. F (flashes) Shutter release disabled. Recharge battery. This battery cannot be used.
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Solution Battery level is low. Complete operation End cleaning and turn camera off and — and turn camera off recharge or replace battery (0 290). immediately. s Clock not set Set camera clock (0 18, 207). (flashes) No memory card S/s Turn camera off and confirm that card is inserted (flashes) correctly inserted (0 13). Memory card is locked. Memory card is locked (write protected). ( Slide lock to “write” Slide card write-protect switch to “write” (flashes) position. position.
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Card is full — Subject is too bright Subject is too dark No “Bulb” in S mode No “Time” in S mode — Solution • Reduce quality or size (0 77). j/A/s • Delete photographs (0 161). (flashes) • Insert new memory card (0 13). Camera cannot focus using autofocus ● (0 65). Change composition or focus (flashes) manually (0 72, 74). • Use a lower ISO sensitivity (0 86). • Use a third-party ND filter (0 281).
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder — N/s (flashes) Error. Press shutter release button again. Start-up error. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative. Metering error Unable to start live view. Please wait for camera to cool. O (flashes) — Folder contains no images. — Cannot display this file. — 264 Troubleshooting Solution • Use the flash (0 80). • Change distance to subject, aperture, flash range, or ISO sensitivity (0 85, 86, 93).
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Cannot select this file. — This movie cannot be edited. — No image for retouching. — Network access not available until camera cools. — Solution Images created with other devices cannot be retouched (0 228). • Movies created with other devices cannot be edited (0 127). • Movies must be at least two seconds long (0 138). Memory card does not contain NEF (RAW) images for use with NEF (RAW) processing (0 230). Turn camera off and try again after waiting for camera to cool.
Technical Notes Read this chapter for information on compatible accessories and on cleaning and storing the camera. Compatible Lenses Compatible CPU Lenses This camera supports autofocus with AF-P and type E and G AF-S lenses only. AF-S lenses have names beginning with AF-S and AF-P lenses with AF-P; for information on determining lens type (D, E, G, or CPU), see “Identifying CPU and Type G, E, and D Lenses” (0 267). Autofocus is not supported with other autofocus (AF) lenses.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Assumes a combined aperture of f/5.6 or faster when AF-S teleconverter is attached. Spot metering meters selected focus point (0 100). Exposure indicator disabled. The shift knob for the PC-E NIKKOR 24mm f/3.5D ED may contact the camera body when the lens is revolved. Shifting and/or tilting the lens interferes with exposure. Cannot be used with shifting or tilting. Optimal exposure will only be achieved if the lens is at maximum aperture and the lens is not shifted or tilted.
Compatible Non-CPU Lenses Non-CPU lenses may only be used when the camera is in mode M. Selecting another mode disables the shutter release. Aperture must be adjusted manually via the lens aperture ring and the camera metering system, i-TTL flash control, and other features requiring a CPU lens cannot be used. Some non-CPU lenses cannot be used; see “Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses,” below.
D Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses The following accessories and non-CPU lenses cannot be used with the D3500: • TC-16A AF teleconverter • Non-AI lenses • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8, 1200mm f/11) • Fisheye (6mm f/5.6, 7.5mm f/5.6, 8mm f/8, OP 10mm f/5.6) • 2.1cm f/4 • Extension Ring K2 • 180–600mm f/8 ED (serial numbers 174041–174180) • 360–1200mm f/11 ED (serial numbers 174031–174127) • 200–600mm f/9.
D AF-Assist Illumination The AF-assist illuminator has a range of about 0.5–3.0 m (1 ft 8 in.–9 ft 10 in.); when using the illuminator, use a lens with a focal length of 18– 200 mm and remove the lens hood. AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S NIKKOR 28–300mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR • AF-S DX NIKKOR 55–300mm f/4.5–5.6G ED VR • AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70–200mm f/2.8G IF-ED • AF-S NIKKOR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED VR II • AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 80–200mm f/2.
At ranges under 1 m (3 ft 3 in.), the following lenses may block the AFassist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor: • AF-S DX NIKKOR 10–24mm f/3.5–4.5G ED • AF-S NIKKOR 16–35mm f/4G ED VR • AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17–35mm f/2.8D IF-ED • AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17–55mm f/2.8G IF-ED • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR • AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18–200mm f/3.5–5.6G IF-ED • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–200mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR II • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.
D The Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used with lenses with focal lengths of 18–300 mm, although in some cases the flash may be unable to entirely light the subject at some ranges or focal lengths due to shadows cast by the lens (see the illustration below), while lenses that block the subject’s view of the red-eye reduction lamp may interfere with red-eye reduction. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. Shadow Vignetting The flash has a minimum range of 0.
Lens AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17–55mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 18–35mm f/3.5–4.5G ED AF Zoom-Nikkor 18–35mm f/3.5–4.5D IF-ED AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR, AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18–70mm f/3.5–4.5G IF-ED AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18–135mm f/3.5–5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–140mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18–200mm f/3.5–5.6G IF-ED, AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–200mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR II AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–5.
Lens AF-S NIKKOR 24–70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S NIKKOR 24–70mm f/2.8E ED VR AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24–120mm f/3.5–5.6G IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E ED AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 28–70mm f/2.8D IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 28–300mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 180–400mm f/4E TC1.4 FL ED VR AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200–400mm f/4G IF-ED, AF-S NIKKOR 200–400mm f/4G ED VR II Zoom position Minimum distance (focal length) without vignetting 35 mm 1.5 m/ 5 ft 50–70 mm No vignetting 50 mm 1.0 m/ 3 ft 4 in.
A Calculating Angle of View The size of the area exposed by a 35 mm camera is 36 × 24 mm. The size of the area exposed by the D3500, in contrast, is 23.5 × 15.6 mm, meaning that the angle of view of a 35 mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the D3500. The approximate focal length of lenses for the D3500 in 35 mm format can be calculated by multiplying the focal length of the lens by about 1.5. 2 3 1 4 6 5 1 Lens 2 Picture size (35 mm format) (36 × 24 mm) 3 Picture size (D3500) (23.5 × 15.
Compatible Flash Units The camera can be used with the flash units listed in this section, including flash units compatible with Nikon’s Creative Lighting System (CLS). CLS-Compatible Flash Units Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for better flash photography. The features available with CLScompatible units are listed below; see the manual provided with the flash unit for details.
SB-300 SB-400 SB-R200 SB-500 SU-800 SB-600 SB-700 SB-910, SB-900, SB-800 SB-5000 Remote Optical Advanced Wireless Lighting i-TTL i-TTL z z z z z — z — — Quick wireless flash [A:B] z z z z z — z — — control Auto aperture/ %A/A z8 z7 — — — — — — — Non-TTL auto M Manual z z z z z — z — — RPT Repeating flash z z z z z — — — — Radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting — — — — — — — — — Color Information Communication (flash) z z z z z — — z z Color Information Communication (LED light) — — — — z — — —
Other Flash Units The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. Use with the camera in mode S or M and a shutter speed of 1/200 s or slower selected. SB-80DX, SB-30, SB-27 2, SB-23, SB-28DX, SB-22S, SB-22, SB-29 3, SB-50DX 1 SB-28, SB-26, SB-20, SB-16B, SB-21B 3, SB-25, SB-24 SB-15 SB-29S 3 Flash mode A Non-TTL auto z — z — M Manual z z z z G Repeating flash z — — — z z z z REAR Rear-curtain sync 4 1 Select mode P, S, A, or M, lower built-in flash, and use optional flash unit only.
D Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D3500 is not included in the “digital SLR” category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. If an optional flash unit is attached in shooting modes other than j, % and 3 the flash will fire with every shot, even in modes in which the built-in flash cannot be used.
The SB-5000, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-500, and SB-400 provide red-eye reduction, while the SB-5000, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SU-800 provide AF-assist illumination with the following restrictions: • SB-5000: AF-assist illumination is available when 24–135 mm AF lenses are used with the focus points shown. 24–37 mm • SB-910 and SB-900: AF-assist illumination is available when 17–135 mm AF lenses are used with the focus points shown.
Other Accessories A variety of accessories are available for your Nikon camera. Power sources Filters • EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (0 12): Additional EN-EL14a batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. EN-EL14 batteries can also be used. • MH-24 Battery Charger (0 12): Recharge EN-EL14a and EN-EL14 batteries.
• DK-5 Eyepiece Cap (0 61): Prevents light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure. • DK-20C Eyepiece Correction Lenses: Lenses are available with diopters of –5, –4, –3, –2, 0, +0.5, +1, +2, and +3 m–1 when the camera diopter adjustment control is in the neutral position (–1 m–1). Use eyepiece correction lenses only if the desired focus cannot be achieved with the built in diopter adjustment control (–1.7 to +0.5 m–1).
A Attaching and Removing the Accessory Shoe Cover The accessory shoe cover slides into the accessory shoe as shown. To remove the cover, hold the camera firmly, press the cover down with a thumb and slide it in the direction shown. A Attaching and Removing Viewfinder Eyepiece Accessories To attach accessories, remove the rubber eyecup (q) and slide the accessory into the eyepiece as shown (w). Keep the eyecup in a safe place until it is needed again. Remove accessories as shown in Figure e.
❚❚ Approved Memory Cards The camera supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards, including SDHC and SDXC cards compliant with UHS-I. Cards rated SD Speed Class 6 or better are recommended for movie recording; using slower cards may result in recording being interrupted. When choosing cards for use in card readers, be sure they are compatible with the device. Contact the manufacturer for information on features, operation, and limitations on use.
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. 1 Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5A power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, using the connector to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. Be sure the connector is fully inserted. 3 Close the batterychamber cover.
4 Connect the EH-5b AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on AC adapter (e) and the power cable to the DC socket (r). A P icon is displayed in the monitor when the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector.
Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area.
Image Sensor Cleaning If you suspect that dirt or dust on the image sensor is appearing in photographs, the sensor can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the sensor be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 1 Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter. A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning the image sensor.
5 Raise the mirror. Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the image sensor. 6 Examine the image sensor. Holding the camera so that light falls on the image sensor, examine the interior of the camera for dust or lint. If no foreign objects are present, proceed to Step 8. 7 Clean the sensor. Remove any dust and lint from the sensor with a blower. Do not use a blower-brush, as the bristles could damage the sensor.
A Use a Reliable Power Source The shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers off while the mirror is raised, the curtain will close automatically. To prevent damage to the curtain, observe the following precautions: • Do not turn the camera off or remove or disconnect the power source while the mirror is raised.
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keep dry: This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage. Avoid sudden changes in temperature: Sudden changes in temperature, such as those that occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device.
Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly. The lens and mirror are easily damaged. Dust and lint should be gently removed with a blower. When using an aerosol blower, keep the can vertical to prevent discharge of liquid.
Notes on the monitor: The monitor is constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective. Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device. Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.
• The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is in use. Attempting to charge the battery while the internal temperature is elevated will impair battery performance, and the battery may not charge or charge only partially. Wait for the battery to cool before charging. • Charge the battery indoors at ambient temperatures of 5 °C–35 °C (41 °F–95 °F).
• Charge the battery before use. When taking photographs on important occasions, ready a spare battery and keep it fully charged. Depending on your location, it may be difficult to purchase replacement batteries on short notice. Note that on cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure the battery is fully charged before taking photographs outside in cold weather. Keep a spare battery in a warm place and exchange the two as necessary.
Available Settings The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode. Note that some settings may be unavailable depending on the options selected.
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D3500 Digital Camera Type Type Single-lens reflex digital camera Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) Effective angle of view Nikon DX format; focal length equivalent to approx. 1.5× that of lenses with FX format angle of view Effective pixels Effective pixels 24.2 million Image sensor Image sensor 23.5 × 15.6 mm CMOS sensor Total pixels 24.
Viewfinder Viewfinder Frame coverage Magnification Eyepoint Diopter adjustment Focusing screen Reflex mirror Lens aperture Lens Autofocus support Shutter Type Speed Flash sync speed Release Release mode Frame advance rate Self-timer 298 Technical Notes Eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder Approx. 95% horizontal and 95% vertical Approx. 0.85 × (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m–1) 18 mm (–1.0 m–1; from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens) –1.7 – +0.
Exposure Metering mode Metering method Range (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 20 °C/68 °F) Exposure meter coupling Mode TTL exposure metering using 420-pixel RGB sensor • Matrix metering: 3D color matrix metering II • Center-weighted metering: Weight of 75% given to 8-mm circle in center of frame • Spot metering: Meters 3.5-mm circle (about 2.
Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock Flash Built-in flash Guide Number Flash control Flash mode 300 Technical Notes Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor), and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5–3 m/1 ft 8 in.–9 ft 10 in.
Flash Flash compensation Can be adjusted by −3 – +1 EV in increments of / EV in P, S, A, M, and scene modes Flash-ready indicator Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting i-TTL flash control, optical Advanced Wireless System (CLS) Lighting, Color Information Communication, AF-assist for multi-area AF Sync terminal AS-15 sync terminal adap
Movie File format Video compression Audio recording format Audio recording device ISO sensitivity Monitor Monitor Playback Playback Interface USB HDMI output Bluetooth Communication protocols Operating frequency Maximum output power Range (line of sight) 302 Technical Notes MOV H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding Linear PCM Built-in monaural microphone; sensitivity adjustable ISO 100–25600 7.5-cm (3-in.), approx. 921k-dot (VGA) TFT LCD with 170 ° viewing angle, approx.
Power source Battery AC adapter Tripod socket Tripod socket One EN-EL14a rechargeable Li-ion battery EH-5c/EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5A power connector (available separately) / in. (ISO 1222) 14 Dimensions/weight Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 124 × 97 × 69.5 mm (4.9 × 3.9 × 2.8 in.) Weight Approx. 415 g (14.7 oz) with battery and memory card but without body cap; approx. 365 g/12.
❚❚ MH-24 Battery Charger AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A maximum DC 8.4 V/0.9 A Nikon EN-EL14a rechargeable Li-ion batteries Approx. 1 hour and 50 minutes at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F) when no charge remains Operating temperature 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 70 × 26 × 97 mm (2.8 × 1.0 × 3.8 in.), excluding plug adapter Weight Approx. 96 g (3.
❚❚ Supported Standards • DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • Exif version 2.3: The D3500 supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.3, a standard in which information stored with photographs is used for optimal color reproduction when the images are output on Exif-compliant printers.
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A MIT License (HarfBuzz) Portions of this software are copyright © 2018 The HarfBuzz Project (http://www.freedesktop.org/wiki/Software/HarfBuzz). All rights reserved.
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 16 GB SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I card at different image quality and size settings. No. of Buffer images 1 capacity 2 NEF (RAW)+JPEG fine 3 Large 33.3 MB 329 6 NEF (RAW) — 20.4 MB 511 16 Large 12.9 MB 929 100 JPEG fine Medium 7.7 MB 1500 100 Small 4.0 MB 2900 100 Large 6.4 MB 1800 100 JPEG normal Medium 3.9 MB 3000 100 Small 2.1 MB 5600 100 Large 2.6 MB 3500 100 JPEG basic Medium 1.
Battery Life The movie footage or number of shots that can be recorded with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, temperature, the interval between shots, and the length of time menus are displayed. Sample figures for EN-EL14a (1230 mAh) batteries are given below. • Photographs, single-frame release mode (CIPA standard 1): Approximately 1550 shots • Movies: Approximately 75 minutes at 1080/60p 2 1 Measured at 23 °C/73.4 °F (±2 °C/3.6 °F) with an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.
The following can reduce battery life: • Using the monitor • Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway • Repeated autofocus operations • Taking NEF (RAW) photographs • Slow shutter speeds • Using camera Bluetooth features • Using the camera with optional accessories connected • Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses • Repeatedly zooming in and out with an AF-P lens. To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL14a batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean.
Kit Lenses This section is included as a lens manual for purchasers of lens kits. AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR Lenses Read this section if you purchased the camera with the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR lens kit available in some countries or regions. The parts of the lens are listed below. 1 Lens cap 6 Lens mounting mark ................... 15 2 Lens hood mounting mark 7 CPU contacts................................ 267 3 Retractable lens barrel button .. 16 8 Focus ring ..............
❚❚ Focus The focus mode can be selected using camera controls (0 62). Autofocus Focus is adjusted automatically when the camera is in autofocus mode (0 62). The focus ring can also be used to focus the camera if the shutter-release button is kept pressed halfway (or if the AF-ON button is kept pressed); this is known as “autofocus with manual override” (M/A). Autofocus will resume when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (or the AF-ON button is pressed) a second time.
❚❚ Using the Built-in Flash When using the built-in flash, be sure the subject is at a range of at least 0.6 m (2 ft) and remove lens hoods to prevent vignetting (shadows created where the end of the lens obscures the built-in flash).
❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR) When an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR is mounted on the camera, vibration reduction can be enabled or disabled using the Optical VR option in the shooting menu (0 200). If On is selected, vibration reduction will take effect whenever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Vibration reduction reduces blur caused by camera shake, allowing shutter speeds up to 4.0 stops slower than would otherwise be the case, increasing the range of shutter speeds available.
❚❚ Supplied Accessories • LC-55A 55 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap • Rear Lens Cap ❚❚ Compatible Accessories • • • • 55 mm screw-on filters LF-4 Rear Lens Cap CL-0815 Lens Case HB-N106 Bayonet Hood Align the lens hood mounting mark (●) with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) as shown in Figure q and then rotate the hood (w) until the ● mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark (—). When attaching or removing the hood, hold it near the symbol on its base and avoid gripping it too tightly.
❚❚ Specifications Type Focal length Maximum aperture Lens construction Angle of view Focal length scale Distance information Zoom Focusing Vibration reduction Minimum focus distance Diaphragm blades Diaphragm Aperture range Metering Filter-attachment size Dimensions Weight Type G AF-P DX lens with built-in CPU and F mount 18–55 mm f/3.5–5.
AF-P DX NIKKOR 70–300mm f/4.5–6.3G ED VR and AF-P DX NIKKOR 70–300mm f/4.5–6.3G ED Lenses Read this section if you purchased the camera with the AF-P DX NIKKOR 70–300mm f/4.5–6.3G ED VR or AF-P DX NIKKOR 70–300mm f/4.5–6.3G ED lens kit available in some countries or regions. The parts of the lens are listed below. 1 Lens cap 6 Focal length mark 2 Lens hood mounting mark 7 Lens mounting mark ....................15 3 Focus ring ........................................74 8 CPU contacts ..................
❚❚ Focus The focus mode can be selected using camera controls (0 62). Autofocus and rangefinder features are supported at all focal lengths. When using this lens, ignore any sections of the camera manual listing autofocus and rangefinder restrictions for lenses with a maximum aperture slower than f/5.6. Autofocus Focus is adjusted automatically when the camera is in autofocus mode (0 62).
❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR, AF-P DX NIKKOR 70–300mm f/4.5–6.3G ED VR Only) When an AF-P DX NIKKOR 70–300mm f/4.5–6.3G ED VR is mounted on the camera, vibration reduction can be enabled or disabled using the Optical VR option in the shooting menu (0 200). If On is selected, vibration reduction will take effect whenever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Vibration reduction reduces blur caused by camera shake, allowing shutter speeds up to 4.
❚❚ Supplied Accessories • LC-58 58 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap • Rear Lens Cap ❚❚ Compatible Accessories • • • • 58 mm screw-on filters LF-4 Rear Lens Cap CL-1020 Lens Case HB-77 Bayonet Hood Align the lens hood mounting mark (●) with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) as shown in Figure q and then rotate the hood (w) until the ● mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark (—). When attaching or removing the hood, hold it near the symbol on its base and avoid gripping it too tightly.
❚❚ Specifications Type Focal length Maximum aperture Lens construction Angle of view Focal length scale Distance information Zoom Focusing Type G AF-P DX lens with built-in CPU and F mount 70–300 mm f/4.5–6.
D Lens Care • Keep the CPU contacts clean. • Should the rubber lens-mount gasket be damaged, cease use immediately and take the lens to a Nikon-authorized service center for repair. • Use a blower to remove dust and lint from the lens surfaces. To remove smudges and fingerprints, apply a small amount of ethanol or lens cleaner to a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens-cleaning tissue and clean from the center outwards using a circular motion, taking care not to leave smears or touch the glass with your fingers.
A A Note on Wide- and Super Wide-Angle Lenses Autofocus may not provide the desired results in situations like those shown below. 1 Objects in the background occupy more of the focus point than the main subject: If the focus point contains both foreground and background objects, the camera may focus on the background and the subject may be out of focus, particularly with wideand super wide-angle lenses.
Index Symbols i (Auto mode) .............................. 5, 26 j (Auto (flash off) mode) ........... 5, 26 k (Portrait) ...................................... 5, 42 m (Sports) ......................................... 5, 43 n (Close up) .................................... 5, 43 o (Night portrait) .......................... 5, 43 q (Special effects) ................. 5, 44 % (Night vision) ..................................45 S (Super vivid) ....................................45 T (Pop) .................
Airplane mode .................................. 223 A-M mode switch ...............................74 Angle of view .................................... 275 Aperture .........................................93, 96 Aperture-priority auto ......................93 Auto (White balance) ..................... 110 Auto distortion control ................. 198 Auto flash ..............................................81 Auto image rotation ....................... 190 Auto info display .............................
Exif version 2.3 ................................. 305 Exposure ...........................100, 102, 104 Exposure compensation ............... 104 Exposure indicator ......................10, 96 Exposure lock ................................... 102 Exposure meters .................................31 Exposure mode ...................................88 Eye-Fi upload .................................... 224 F Face-priority AF ..................................68 Face zoom .....................................
i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR .............................................200, 276 J JPEG .........................................................77 JPEG basic .............................................77 JPEG fine ................................................77 JPEG normal .........................................77 L Landscape (Set Picture Control) 122 Language ........................................... 207 Large (Image size) ..............................79 Lens ...................
Playback zoom ................................. 153 Portrait (Set Picture Control) ....... 122 Power connector .................... 281, 285 Preset manual (White balance) . 110, 116 Press the shutter-release button all the way down ....................................30 Press the shutter-release button halfway ..........................................29, 30 Print date (PictBridge) ................... 184 Print select ......................................... 185 Printing ...................................
Start printing (PictBridge) ...184, 185 Storage folder ................................... 220 Straighten .......................................... 237 Subject-tracking AF ...........................69 Sync with smart device ................. 207 T Television ........................................... 186 Thumbnail playback ....................... 142 Time ........................................................97 Time zone .................................... 19, 207 Time zone and date .................
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