Nikon DIGITAL CAMERA Userls Manual
W he re to Find It Find wha t you're look ing for from : iii The Table of Contents. . . iii The Q&AIndex . Find items by func tion or men u name. "/,·{i';;~~';'~~'.>,. >,.,.,< .. ,..,, :}i.}ijsi'x~: ;'t;{ Know what you want to do but don' t know the func tion name? Find it from the "question and answer" index. iii The Index iii Error Messages .::cn 398-403, ---}.:, - Search by key word . ,.;~. '. ~'. -. • ttJ37g...
Package Contents Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera. Memory cards are sold separately.
Symbols and Conventions • To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: ~ This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. This icon marks notes; information that should be read before using the camera. o This icon marks references to other pages in this manual. Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in bold.
IW:i()()s Q&Alndex Table of Contents ;a Introduction ='i1 Tutorial iii Framing Pictures in the Monitor (Live View) C Recording and Viewing Movies :W' ::57 -.: ~ - -~ talmage Recording Options III Focus i!!I Release Mode - . .~<' • ""S. ~ - , 11. ". ~ <"'< _ - .. '''' - tijJ: .~15· ~ mISO Sensitivity [i] Exposure [!ill White Balance . , .~.1JI~ - Iillmage Enhancement -, -- .' - '"- mllllS' .
QBrAlndex • Find what you're looking for using this "question and answer" index. II New Features Question _ _ _ _~... __ • _ _ _..._... ." ~ ~•. ~ ~ _... ~ ~ . Key phrase . _.... ... _ _ . ._~_. ~. _ _. _ . _ , ••• _. ...... •• _ How do I take high-quality NEF (RAW) photos? .. _,--------._---,.-._~ .• -._ .. . ---~._ _-._-. __ .. ,_.----_._--------~--.--_._ .•. -"''''-'- -_._.- -_..-_-.-- "-_. ---.... ~ -_.. '--~" ---, - .. .". -,.'. '-',.",.,."."'- "._'-. -"-'~- ._,.-.
. Question _....... _.. .. How do I set the clock? _ _.,-_. How do I set the clock for daylight savings time? _ _ ---"._. -._--. .'.. .---._How do I change time zones when I travel? . ." How do I adjust monitor brightness for menus or playback? ..... - _.... -.-.- -. .". How do I change the self-timer delay? ._.. How do I turn the speaker off? Can I reverse the exposure indicator? ..Can I display ~·he menus in a different language? -. .. - .. Can I save menu settings for use on a different D300S camera? ..
• Question How do I get more information about the battery? How do I keep the file number from being reset when I insert a new memory card? How do I reset file numbering to 1? How do I clean the camera or lens? Key phrase 0 Battery info 307 File number sequence 277 Cleaning the camera 357 Key phrase Number of exposures remaining CD II Taking Photographs Question How many more shots can I take with this card? How do I take bigger photographs? How can I get more photos on the memory card? How do I
Question -- - . Can I set both shutter speed and aperture manually? --Can I make photos brighter or darker? How do I mak~~ a time exposure? Can I vary exposure or flash level automatically over a series of photos? -._---._-_._-~._- ... _. . - -. ~ . -. ~ - ".- . Can I create multiple copies of a photo using different white balance settings? . ~ - -. -.- - . Key phrase Exposure mode 11 (manual) Exposure compensation Long time-exposures Exposure and flash bracketing White balance bracketing .
Question How do I get rid of an unwanted photo? ..- • ~ Can I delete several photos at once? . ... - ,-. , ._-._,....•• Can I zoom in on pictures? . "," .~ ~- ,. -. - .-.. " .. '. Key phrase Deleting individual photos Delete Playback zoom Can I hide selected photos? How do I tell if parts of my photos may be overexposed? How do I tell where the camera focused? Can I view photos as they are taken? ~ -. - -.- ~- - -. 220 221 218 -. '.
II Viewing oJr Printing Photographs on Other Devices Question Can I view my photos on TV? Can I view my photos in High Definition? How do I COP)' photos to my computer? How do I prinl~ photographs? Can I print photos without a computer? Can I print th~~ date on my photographs? How do I ordE'r professional prints? Key phrase Television playback HOMI Connecting to a computer Printing photographs Printing via USB Time stamp Print set (OPOF) QJ ................
Table of Contents Q&A Index For Your Safety Notices • Introduction xviii xxi 1 Overview Getting to Know the Camera 2 3 Camera Body 3 The Control Panel 8 The Viewfinder Display 10 The Information Display 12 The BM-8 Monitor Cover 16 Tutorial 17 Camera Menus 18 Using Camera Menus 19 Help 21 First Steps 22 Charge the Battery 22 Insert the Battery 24 Attach a Lens 26 Basic Setup 28 Insert a Memory Card 31 Format the Memory Card 34 Adjust Viewfinder Focus 36 Basic Photogr
Deleting Unwanted Photographs Framing Pictures in the Monitor (Live View) Framing Photographs in the Monitor Recording and Viewing Movies Recording Movies Viewing Movies Editin~l Movies Image Recording Options Image Quality Image Size Using Two Memory Cards Focus Focus Mode AF-ArE~a Mode Focus Point Selection Focus Lock Manual Focus Release Mode Choosing a Release Mode Continuous Mode Self-Timer Mode Mirror up Mode 46 47 48 57 58 63 64 67 68 71 72 73 74 76 78 80 83 85 86 88 91 93 XI
ISO Sensitivity Choosing ISO Sensitivity Manually Auto ISO Sensitivity Control 95 96 98 101 Metering Exposure Mode P: Programmed Auto 106 5: Shutter-Priority Auto 108 R: Aperture-Priority Auto 109 1"1: Manual 111 Long Time-Exposures Autoexposure (AE) Lock Exposure Compensation Bracketing 114 116 118 120 White Balance White Balance Options Fine-Tuning White Balance Choosing a Color Temperature Preset Manual 133 134 137 141 142 Image Enhancement 153 Picture Controls 154 Selecting a Picture
Flash Ph(~tography The Built-in Flash Using the Built-in Flash Flash fv1odes Flash (:ompensation FV Loc:k Other Shooting Options Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings Multi~,le Exposure Interval Timer Photography Non-CPU Lenses Using a GPS Unit More Abc)ut Playback Full-Frame Playback Photo Information Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback Takin~J a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Protecting Photographs from Deletion Deleting Photographs 169 170 171 175 177 178 181 182 184 189 195 198 203 204 2
Printing Multiple Pictures 233 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 237 Viewing Photographs on TV • Standard Definition Devices 239 High-Definition Devices 241 Menu Guide 243 [B The Playback Menu: Managing Images Playback Folder Hide Image Display Mode Copy Image(s) Image Review After Delete Rotate Tall Slide Show 244 CI The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options 253 Shooting Menu Bank Reset Shooting Menu Active Folder File Naming Long Exp.
b: Metering/Exposure b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl. b3: Exp Comp/Fine Tune b4: Easy Exposure Compensation b5: Center-Weighted Area b6: Fine Tune Optimal Exposure c: Timers/AE Lock c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L c2: Auto Meter-off Delay c3: Self-Timer c4: Monitor off Delay d: Shooti ng/Display d 1: Beep d2: Viewfinder Grid Display d3: Viewfinder Warning Display d4: Screen Tips d5: CL Mode Shooting Speed d6: Max.
f6: Assign Preview Button f7: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button f8: Customize Command Dials f9: Release Button to Use Dial. flO: No Memory Card? f11: Reverse Indicators • YThe Setup Menu: Camera Setup .
Technical Notes Compatible Lenses Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Other Accessories Caring for the Camera 339 340 347 348 352 • 357 Storage 357 Cleaning 357 The Low-Pass Filter 358 "Clean Now" "Clean at Startup/Shutdown" Manual Cleaning Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Defaults Exposure Program Troubleshooting Error Messages Specifications Approved Memory Cards Memory Card Capacity Battery Life Index 358 .
For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: If\. This icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all ~ warnings before using this Nikon product.
& Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire. & Keep out of reach of children Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury. & Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of an infant or child could result in strangulation.
& Observe proper precautions when handling the quick charger • Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. • Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire. • Do not handle the power cable or go near the charger during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. • Do not damage, modify, or forcibly tug or bend the power cable.
Notices • No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon's prior written permission. • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. )t Notices for Customers in Europe This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. • The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste. • For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.
raJ Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Introduction This chapter covers information you will need to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts. C:>"~r,,iE!~ ..............•...••...•........•.•.•.........•.•.....•••............................
Overview Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from the camera, and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product. ~ 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.
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. Camera Bod~ 1 ----,. ~ 9 ~~10 L !I .. · ~\ V:=~====='::-==~~\\ 11 12 13 ~~~~ 14 ------15 Release mode dial 87 Release mode dial lock release 87 QUAL (image quality/size) button Two-button reset button 85-1 accessory shoe cover Power switch 37, 39 Shutter-release button .
Camera BodyjContinuedl 1 2 3 4 El "---~-7 5 :':-----::----- 8 6 9 o tlJr ID )~ I HO~IC IIW [ill II~ 10 11 12 13 DC~mJ_III_114 '--------18 II Built-in flash IJ Flash pop-up button ~ (flash mode) button Im::~~~~.~ ~~.~:..~~.~~~~~.~~ .. II Built-in microphone Flash sync terminal cover IIJ ~~~:ri.~. :~.:~~~.~~~:.i.~~I Flash sync terminal II Ten-pin remote terminal • 4 171 171 171 177 59, 62 347 1m A/V connector m HOMI mini-pin connector IIID ~~:~~~~:~: .~.~.~~.:~.~.
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Camera Body-(Continuedl 1 6---~ 7---~ 8----.:.:..:....::. 9---~ 10--~~ Nikon ~~~~~ --~ IJ Viewfinder eyepiece 11 DK-23 rubber eyecup III . illi (delete) button FO~ (format) button 46, 220 34 [E] (playback) button 45, 204 BMonitor 11 MENU (menu) button 6 36 91,191 .
1 2 ~----3 ---8 Diopter adjustment controL Metering selector 36 103 ~~:~ (AE/AF lock) button AF-ON (AF-ON) button Main command dial Multi selector Memory card slot cover 31 Focus selector lock 78 Memory card access lamp 80, 81, 296 50,59, 75 297 19 AF-area mode selector.
The Control Panel ~=--==-r=.~-I-IIII-=--1-1.1·1r---J:-l- ---l==~~ 5 6 7 I ~*X'_D c' c' C K fl:oD @i 13 I ~sl 12 L~.• L' ~~~W :...:,i,i,i,i,i,i,i,i,I,i,i,i,i,i,i,i,i,i.+ I ~~~ , " FINE ~.~~.1g.~ ::::::::::: ••••••••••• NORM ••••••••• ----[.. BASIC A• I I~I~I '/I\~~-;/I\~ ~ 8 I 9---------- II Color temperature indicator I) Exposure mode , II Image size 1.1 Image quality Auto-area AF i~di~ator AF-area mode indICator 3D-tracking indicator ~::~~t~~I~.n(.~.fl.n.~~.t~~i.
16--------------. .-----------30 17-------------, r--------29 ::~~~~~r-------D-CF-'-t~~ ~ I EJS~~ ~'(1£.-~Yl~-.): c. l.. . ._ _ -1.. Dam I g 1 - - - - - - : - - - - 28 20 21--·-~--_1 r-I-~j).~~~ C•. C. ---:I~---~: I 1 22--·------ m Flash compensation indicator ...... 177 Exposure compensation indicator II) FV lock indicator Iii ~~~:a~~~~~~.S.h (~.F.).~~~~ 118 179 .. .32 .. .32 IItIl ~ne~i~~~~~~~.t~I (S.a.!..~~~.~ "Clock not set" indicator Multiple exposure indicator.
The Viewfinder 1 4-~-C:AI 10 Displa~ 2
Framing grid (displayed when On is selected for Custom Setting d2) 275 Focus points AF area brackets 78, 267 36, 52 Battery indicator. 37, 275 (display can be turned off with Custom Setting d3) Focus indicator .43, 84 Number of exposures remaining 38 Number of shots remaining before memory buffer fills .43, 89 White balance recording indicator 144 Exposure compensation value 118 Flash compensation value 177 Metering 102 Flash-ready indicator.
The Information Displa~ Shooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, the number of exposures remaining, buffer capacity, and AF-area mode, is displayed in the monitor when the 11m button is pressed. mm button PI Turning the Monitor Off To clear shooting information from the monitor, press the ID button twice more or press the shutter-release button halfway. The monitor will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for about 10 seconds.
Exposure mode 104 Flexible program indicator 107 Flash sync indicator 281 Shutter spel~d 108, 111 Exposure compensation value 118 Flash compensation value 177 Number of shots in exposure, flash, or white balance bracketing sequence 121,125 Focal length (non-CPU lenses) 197 141 Color temperature "K" (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposu res) Number of exposures remaining Manual lens number 38 197 Fn button assignment 292 AE-UAF-L button assignment 296 Picture Control indicator 155
The Information Display (Continued) 2223 24 25 11ED ~~~~~~~~e.I.~.~r~.~i.~~ ~~.tt.~~ I ~~~p~:~:~.~~:.~~.n.~.~.tl.~~ IIiii ~~~~~a~~~.~.e.~~~~i~.n.................. II Ii ~i~i~~~~ ~~IS.~.:~.~~.ct:~.~ W W m .. 118 177 Interval timer indicator 192 Eye-Fi connection indicator 313 GPS connection indicator 200 Exposure and flash bracketing indicator WB bracketing indicator ADL bracketing indicator. W Metering !II Camera battery indicator.
II Changing Settings in the Information Display To change settings for the items listed below, press the fllm button in the information display. Highlight items using the multi selector and press ® to view options for the highlighted item. - 10 Shooting menu bank High ISO noise reduction Active D-Lighting Color space Depth-of-field preview button assignment 9 254 259 164 166 296 8 7 3 6 Fn button assignment..
The BM-8 Monitor Cover 13J A clear plastic cover is provided with the camera to keep the monitor clean and protect it when the camera is not in use. To attach the cover, insert the projection on the top of the cover into the matching indentation above the camera monitor (CD) and press the bottom of the cover until it clicks into place (@). To remove the cover, hold the camera firmly and pull the bottom of the cover gently outwards as shown at right. 16 --~-~.
Tutorial This section describes how to use the camera menus, how to ready the camera for use, and how to take your first pictures and play them back. Camera Menus 18 Using Camera Menus 19 Help 21 Fi rst Steps 22 Charge the Battery ,22 ~,,~ Insert the Battery 24 Attach a Lens 26 Basic Setup 28 I nsert a ~I\emory Card 31 Format the Memory Card 34 36 Adjust Viewfinder Focus Basic Photography and Playback f-tl 37 Turn the Camera On 37 Adjust Camera Settings 40 Ready the Camera 42
Camera Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the MENU button. MENU button f,""" } I~ (@) (ri0>."{.'.
Using Camera Menus II Menu Controls The multi selector and <§ button are used to navigate the menus. Multi selector - - - - - - - - - - - - - - , Select highlighted Move cursor up (~? S' ,o-n'l @) ~--item Cancel and return to previous menu + ~
3 Select a menu. ~ Press£. or 1 to select the desired menu. .P.Lt\!:~~~. ~E~U • Delete Playback folder Hide image Display mode Ci.iII COpy image(s) ,~ Image review ~> After delete Rotate tall y .j< I 4 . 1iiJ D3003 I 1Si OFF ~1 OFF. Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press ~ to position the cursor in the selected menu. 5 Highlight a menu item. Press£. or ~ to highlight a menu item. 6 Display options. Press ~ to display options for the selected menu item. --- .
8 Select the highlighted item. Press ® to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the MENU button. Note the following points: • Menu iterT1S that are displayed in gray are not currently available. • While pressing ~ or the center of the multi selector generally has the same effect as pressing @, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing ®. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (CD 44).
First Steps Charge the Batter~ The 03005 is powered by an EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-18a quick charger before use. About two and a quarter hours are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains. 1 Plug the charger in. Insert the AC adapter plug into the battery charger and plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. 2 Remove the terminal cover. f/ Remove the terminal cover from the battery.
3 Insert the battery. Insert the battery into the charger. The CHARGE lamp will blink while the battery charges. I..:::l~. l:W '. Battery charging 4 Charging complete Remove the battery when charging is complete. Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops blinking. Remove the battery and unplug the charger.
Insert the Batter~ 1 Turn the camera off. Power switch ~ @ Inserting and Removing Batteries Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries. 2 Open the battery-chamber cover. Unlatch (CD) and open (@) the batterychamber cover. 3 Insert the battery. Insert the battery as shown at right. 4 24 Close the battery-chamber cover.
~ The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xviii-xx and 364-367 of this manual. To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use. Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below O°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104 OF). Charge indoors at ambient temperatures in the vicinity of 5-35°C (41-95 OF); for best results, charge the battery at temperatures above 20°C (68°F).
Attach a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. An AF-S OX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-S.6G IF-ED lens is used in this manual for illustrative purposes. r-- Mounting index ~~~-=---- Focal length index ,..--- Focus mode switch (0 27, 83) Lens cap Zoom ring 26 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap.
3 Attach the lens. Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with the mounting index on the camera body, position the lens in the camera/s bayonet mount (CD). Being careful not to press the lens-release button/ rotate the lens counterclockwise until it clicks into place (@). Mounting index If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M switch, select A (autofocus) or M/ A (autofocus with manual priority). A M ---. r-- MIA M ---.
Basic Setu~ The language option in the setup menu is automatically highlighted the first time menus are displayed. Choose a language and set the time and date. Note that if the time and date are not set, ~ will blink in the monitor and the time and date recorded with photographs will be incorrect. 1 Turn the camera on. 2 Select Language. Power switch MENU button .cr;;= ~ e@ rl Press MENU to display the camera menus, then select Language in the setup menu.
4 Select Time zone and date. Select Time zone and date and press ~. 5 6 Set time zone. I Time zone and date Time zone Ilpatundtime Date format Select Time zone and press ~. Press ~ or ~ to highlight the local time zone (the UTe field shows the difference between the selected time zone and Coordinated Universal Time, or UTe, in hours) and press ®. II Turn daylight saving time on or off.
8 Set date format. Select Date format and press ~. Press.to. or T to choose the [~ order in which the year, month, and day will be displayed and press ®. Ea 9 • Exit to shooting mode. Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. R 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 or the camera is powered by an optional EH-5a or EH-S AC adapter (QJ 352).
Insert a Memory Card The camera has two memory card slots, one for Type I CompactFlash memory cards (Type \I cards and microdrives can not be used) and another for Secure Digital (SO) memory cards (memory cards are available separately; 0 393). The following section describes how to insert and format a memory card. 1 Turn the camera off. Power switch - """"'L ~ "~.'" !"OFFO~,','," - .~, • •,12 G,'~.",,"'" \,~, !·,~ .- ,T,"'\.f.'.~:.".\ \~J.::~'@ ", ,"" " '.". ->-~ • i \.
SO memory cards: Holding the card as shown, slide it into the SD card slot until it clicks into place. The green access lamp will light briefly. SD card slot Access lamp ~ Inserting Memory Cards El Inserting memory cards upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card. Check to be sure that the card is in the correct orientation. If this is the first time the memory card will be used after being used or formatted in another device, format the card as described on page 34.
II Removing Memory Cards 1 Turn thE~ camera off. Confirm that the access lamp is off and turn the camera off. Access lamp 2 Remove the memory card. (ompactFlash memory cards: Open the memory card slot cover and press the eject button (CD) to partially eject the card (@) . The memory card can then be removed by hand. Do not push on the memory card while pressing the eject button. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera or memory card.
Format the Memory Card Memory cards must be formatted before first use or after being used or formatted in other devices. ~ Formatting Memory Cards Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding (0 224). Turn the camera on. 2 Press the Fo§3 buttons.
When formatting is complete, the control panel and viewfinder will show the number of photographs that can be recorded at current settings. ~ Memory Cards • Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. • Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer.
Adjust Viewfinder Focus The camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. Check that the display in the viewfinder is in focus before shooting. 1 Turn the camera on. Power switch Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. 2 Focus the viewfinder. Rotate the diopter control until the viewfinder display, focus points, and AF area brackets are in sharp focus.
Basic Photography and Playback Turn the Camera On Before takin~] photographs, turn the camera on and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining as described below. 1 Turn thE~ camera on. Power switch Turn the camera on. The control panel will turn on and the display in the viewfinder will light. 2 Check the battery level. p :25 llDcF Check the battery level in the control panel or viewfinder. Icon* Control panel OSD Ie . J NORMI J' F5.6 ~ :.Gt IID.
3 Check the number of exposures remaining. The exposure-count displays in the control panel and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (if two memory cards are inserted, the displays show the space available on the card in the primary slot; m 72). When this number reaches zero, Dwill flash in the exposure-count displays while the shutter-speed displays will show a blinking Full or Fu t and the icon for the affected card will blink. P Ie'S FS.6 LlDcF I'IJl.
D LCD Illuminators Rotating the power switch toward :~: Power switch activates the exposure meters and the control panel backlight (LCD illuminator), allowing the display to be read in the dark. After the power switch is released, the illuminators will remain lit for six seconds while the exposure meters are active or until the shutter is released or the power switch is rotated toward again. ... : ! :~'.
Adjust Camera SettinQ! This tutorial describes the basic steps involved in taking photos. 1 Choose exposure mode P. Press the MODE button and rotate the main command dial to select exposure mode P. The camera will automatically adjust shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. 2 Choose single frame release mode. Hold the release mode dial lock release down and turn the release mode dial to S(single frame).
4 Choose single-servo autofocus. Focus-mode selector Rotate the focus-mode selector until it clicks into place pointing to S(single-servo autofocus). At this setting, the camera will automatically focus on the subject in the selected focus point when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. Pictures can only be taken when the camera is in focus. 5 Choose matrix metering. Metering selector Rotate the metering selector to (e:::: (matrix metering).
Ready the Camera When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Keep your elbows propped lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable. Hold the camera as shown at right when framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation.
Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutterrelease button halfway to focus (CD 44). Focus point 1 , ! At default settings, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus poiint. Frame a photo in the viewfinder with the main subject positioned in the center focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway. If the camera is able to focus, a beep will sound and the in-focus indicator (e) will appear in the viewfinder.
2 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. Smoothly press the shutterrelease-button the rest of the Access lamp way down to take the picture. While the photograph is being recorded to the memory card/ the access lamp next to the card slot cover will light. Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out. B The Shutter-Release Button The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button.
Viewing Photo9-@Phs 1 Press the [B button. [B button A photoqraph will be displayed in the monitor. The menlory card containing the picture currently displayed is shown by an icon. 2 View additional pictures. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing ..... or ~. To view additional information on the current photograph, press ... and T (0 207). To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.
Deleting Unwanted Photo9-@Phs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the un button. Note that photographs can not be recovered once deleted. 1 Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described in "Viewing Photographs" on the previous page. 1::1 I2.J 2 Delete the photograph. Press the un button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed (the location of the current picture is shown by the icon in the bottom left corner of the dialog).
Framing Pictures in the Monitor (Live View) This chapter describes how to frame pictures in the monitor using live view.
Framing Photographs in the Monitor Press the ~ button to frame pictures in the monitor. The following options are available: • Tripod (~): Choose when the camera is mounted on a tripod (CJ 49). You can zoom in on the image displayed in the monitor for precise focus, making this option suitable for static subjects. Contrast-detect autofocus can be used to compose photographs with the subject positioned anywhere in the frame.
Tripod Mode li1 1 Frame a picture in the viewfinder. With the camera mounted on a tripod or resting on a stable, level surface, frame the subject in the viewfinder. 2 ChooSE~ Tripod for Live view mode. To display the menus, press the MENU button. Highlight Tripod in the Live view mode menu and press ®. 3 MENU button I -1~ . • · . . ~0 yt@,- o ((~> I i@ (§) Live view mode II ~ .Hand-held II~ \'@~~ Press the (kY) button. Elmm1iJ [i;.
4 Focus. Autofocus (focus mode Sor (): In tripod mode, the focus point for contrast-detect autofocus can be moved to any point in the frame using the multi selector. Contrast-detect focus point To focus using contrast-detect AF-ON button autofocus, press the AF-ON button. The focus point will blink green and the '--;::=::+=;4 monitor may brighten while the camera focuses.
5 Take the picture. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture. The monitor turns off during shooting. 6 End live view. Press the ~ button to end live view. ~ Focusing with Contrast-Detect Autofocus Contrast-detect autofocus will take longer than normal (phasedetection) autofocus.
Hand-Held Mode ~ 1 Choose Hand-held for Live view mode. ',. r tli MENU button "'<§ \ ../-.~} : ~ . To display the menus, press the MENU button. Highlight Hand-held in the Live view mode menu and press €B). ".~ I : \(8: [I . . i I :t:.;;;\ I \~!I (~) ~. I i t ! Press the ~ button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor instead of the viewfinder. 3 ~ button Frame a picture in the monitor.
4 Focus. Autofocus (focus mode Sor C): Press the shutter-release I ~ button halfway or press the AF-ON button. The camera will U~~~~~d focus normally and set exposure. Note that the mirror will click back into place while either button is pressed, temporarily interrupting live view. Live view is restored when the button is released. Manual focus (focus mode M; OJ 83): Focus using the lens focusing ring. 5 Take the picture. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the V\/ay down to reset focus and
~ No Picture After shooting, play the picture back in the monitor to ensure that the photograph has been recorded. In hand held mode, note that the sound the mirror makes when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or the AF-ON button is pressed can be mistaken for the sound of the shutter, and that if single-servo AF is used, a photograph will only be recorded if the camera is able to focus.
m1 The Information Display To hide or display indicators in the monitor in live view mode, press the mm button. Information on Information off ramii1illD ['.:J("®iMl~D tQI • tQI Virtual horizon (not displayed during zoom) • Framing guides (not displayed during zoom) m1 AF area brackets AF area brackets are displayed only in hand held mode.
1B1 Monitor Brightness Monitor brightness can be adjusted by pressing the [E] and ~ button. The brightness indicator at the right of the display will turn yellow; keeping the IE button pressed, press A or" to adjust brightness (note that monitor brightness has no effect on pictures taken in live view mode). To return to live view, release the [::EJ button.
Recording and Viewing Movies This chapter describes how to record movies in live view.
Recording Movies Movies can be recorded at 24 fps in live view mode. Before recording, choose a Picture Control (CD 154) and color space (CD 166). 1 Choose a live view mode. To display the menus, press the MENU button. Highlight an option in the Live view mode menu and press ®: • Tripod: In modes A and 11, movies are recorded at the aperture selected before live view starts (OJ 109, 111; the smallest aperture available with movies is f/16). Focus can be adjusted during shooting using contrast-detect AF.
3 Focus. Before shooting, frame the opening shot and either press the AF-ON button (Tripod) or press the shutter-release button halfway (Hand-held) to focus on your subject. In handheld mode, autofocus is not available after recording begins. 4 Start recording. Press the center of the multi selector to start recording. Both video and monaural sound are recorded; do not cover the microphone during recording (the built-in Time remaining microphone is located on the front of the camera).
5 End recording. Press the center of the multi selector again to end recording (to end recording and take a still picture in live view, press the shutter-release button all the way down). Recording will end automatically when the maximum size is reached or the memory card is full. B Maximum Size Individual movie files can be up to 2 GB in size.
~ Recording Movies Banding or distortion may be visible in the monitor and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps or if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves at high speed through frame. Bright light sources may leave after-images when the camera is panned. Jagged edges, false colors, moire, and bright spots may also appear. When recording movies, avoid pointing the camera at the sun or other strong light sources.
II Movie Settings Adjust movie settings before recording. 1 Select Movie settings. Press the MENU button to display the menus. Highlight Movie settings in the shooting menu and press ~. 2 Choose movie options. To choose a frame size, highlight Quality and press~. Highlight one of the following options and press ® to select: - . ~1~~8 ~ ~~~ ~ ~~g Option --1280x720(16:9) 640 x 424 (3 :2) 320 x 216 (3 :2) .... ~. Maximum length 5 min. 20 min.
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a • icon in full-frame playback (0204). Press the center of the multi selector to start playback. • icon Length Current position/totollength l.«nJ @!~) ---[jJ) Guide The following operations can be performed: . . .. ' ~. To Pause .... _.'."-. - .-. Description -~. Play F Rewind/ advance Adjust volume Tri m movie Resume shooting While playback is in ~~a.:t&Q' .
Editing Movies Trim unwanted footage to create edited copies of movies. 1 Display retouch options. Display a movie in full-frame playback and press ® to display retouch options. 2 Select Edit movie. Highlight Edit movie and press ~. 3 Choose an option. To trim the opening footage from the copy, highlight Choose start point and press ®. Select Choose end point to ~ _ _ trim the ending footage. 4 View the movie and choose a starting or end point.
5 Save the copy. Select Yes and press ® to save the edited copy. If necessary, the copy can be trimmed as described above to remove additional footage. Edited copies are indicated by a Jj(, icon in full-frame playback. ~ Editing Movies Movies must be at least two seconds long. The current position will be displayed in red if creating a copy at the current playback position would result in a movie less than two seconds long.
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Image Recording Options This section describes how to choose image quality and size.
Image Quality The D300S supports the following image quality options. See page 394 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at different image quality and size settings. Option File type NEF (RAW) NEF Description _' ... RAW data from the image sensor are saved ;directly to the memory card in Nikon Electronic .Format (NEF). Use with images that will be :transferred to a computer for printing or .processing. -.. -.
Image quality is set by pressing the QUAL button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control paneL QUAL button Main command dial ( K I '-'1 1.1_, Control panel B1 NEF (RAW) Once transferred to a computer, NEF (RAW) images can only be viewed using ViewNX (available on the supplied Software Suite CD) or Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 355).
The following options can be accessed from the shooting menu. Press the MENU button to display the menus, highlight the desired option and press ~. II JPEG Compression Choose the type of compression for JPEG images. - Description Option Size priority ::J: -Images are compressed to produce relatively :uniform file size. Optimal image quality. File size varies with scene recorded. . • Optimal quality :=: ..•. ".",--. II NEF (RAW) Recording> Type Choose the type of compression for NEF (RAW) images.
Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. Choose from the following options: - Option ", _. --," Size when printed at 300 dpi (approx.) * Size (pixels) L - ._-- .. . -- L 4,288 x 2,848 36.3 x 24.1 em (14.3 x 9.5 in.) M S 3,216 x 2,136 27.2 x 18.1 em (10.7 x 7.1 in.) 2,144 x 1,424 18.2 x 12.1 em (7.1 x 4.7 in.) * Print size in inches equals image size in pixels divided by printer resolution in dots per inch (dpi; 1 inch = approximately 2.54 em).
Using Two Memory Cards When two memory cards are inserted in the camera, you can choose one as the primary card using the Primary slot selection item in the shooting menu. Select CF card slot to designate the card in the CompactFlash card slot as the primary card, SO card slot to choose the SO memory card. The roles played by the primary and secondary cards can be chosen using the Secondary slot function option in the shooting menu.
Focus - Controlling How the Camera Focuses This section describes the options that control how your camera focuses. Focus Mode 74 AF-Area Mode 76 Focus Poi nt Selection 78 Focus Lock .................................•.•••...•...•.......••...............•...•.....
Focus Mode Focus mode is controlled by the Focus-mode selector focus-mode selector on the front of the camera. There are two autofocus (AF) modes, in which the camera focuses automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and one manual focus mode, in which focus must be adjusted manually using the focusing ring on the lens: Option Description -._", -", -- -----_._... . __ ..._-._.._--_ .. Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
B The AF-ON Button For the purpose of focusing the camera, pressing the AF-ON button has the same effect as pressing the shutter-release button halfway; note, however, that vibration reduction (available with VR lenses) can only be engaged by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.
AF-Area Mode AF-area mode determines how the focus point is selected in autofocus mode (0 74). To select the AF-area mode, rotate the AF-area mode selector. The following options are available: Mode Nlkon AF-area mode selector Description User selects focus point manually; camera focuses on [[]] subject in selected focus point only. Use for relatively static Singlecompositions with subjects that will stay in selected focus point AF point.
B AF-Area Mode AF-area mode is shown in the control panel. p :25 F5.o LlDcF _ ""Q:A -( ~~n 'lK I __ I.U AF-area mode indicator . -...•. -~------ --". ..- - AF-area mode ([]] Control panel (.J Single-point AF Custom Setting a3 (Dynamic AF area, 0 264) .. ,. -'" 9 points Et>J Dynamic-. 21 points area AF * ( .. J ••• ••• ( ... J ••••• • •••• ••••• ••• ~ ~ ••••••••••• ••••••••••• ••••••••••• ••••••••• 51 points ~ ••••••••••• ••••••••••• ••••••••••• 51 points (3D-tracking) ". (.
Focus Point Selection The 03005 offers a choice of 51 focus points that together cover a wide area of the frame. The focus point can be selected manually, allowing photographs to be composed with the main subject AF-area mode selector positioned almost anywhere in the frame (single-point and dynamicarea AF), or automatically (auto-area AF; note that manual focus point detection is not available when auto-area AF is selected).
D See Also For information on choosing when the focus point is illuminated, see Custom Setting a6 (AF point illumination, [IJ 266). For information on setting focus-point selection to "wrap around;' see Custom Setting a7 (Focus point wrap-around, 0 267). For information on choosing the number of focus points that can be selected using the multi selector, see Custom Setting a8 (AF point selection, [IJ 267).
Focus Lock Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus point in the final composition. It can also be used when the autofocus system is unable to focus (CD 82). 1 Focus. Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to initiate focus. 2 . 8 Check that the in-focus indicator (e) appears in the viewfinder. 1 '.'. ~ .
Continuous-servo AF Press the AE-l/AF-l button to lock both focus and exposure (an AE-l icon appears in the viewfinder, see page 116). Focus and exposure will remain locked while the AE-l/AF-l button is pressed, even if you later remove your finger from the shutter-release button. Shutter-release button AE-L/AF-L button 3 B'" ( ~ i . j j \ Recompose the photograph and shoot.
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 (e) 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, use manual focus (CD 83) or use focus lock (CO 80) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.
Manual Focus Manual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the desired results (CD 82). • AF-S lenses: Set the lens focus mode switch to M. • AF lenses: Set the lens focus mode Focus-mode selector switch (if present) and camera focus-mode selector to M. ~ AF Lenses Do not select focus mode Sor C. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera. • Manual focus lenses: Set the camera focus-mode selector to M.
The Electronic Rangefinder EGl If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster, 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 51 focus points). After positioning the subject in the selected focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens focusing ring until the infocus indicator (e) is displayed.
Release Mode - Single Frame, Continuous, Quiet Shutter-Release, Self-Timer, or Mirror Up Release mode determines how the camera takes photographs: one at a time (with or without reduced camera noise), in a continuous sequence, with a timed shutter-release delay, or with the mirror raised to enhance shutter response and minimize vibration.
Choosing a Release Mode The camera supports the following release modes: Mode -_ •• _- ~ •••.• ----~.- - Description -> •. "_._- • __ ._. --.-.-.-.-._--- -- . _ - _ •. _~-- .•• _ - • • . _ • • •~.-• •, - _ . - . -• • _ , . _ - . _ - - - - . - - - - ~ - - . _ - . _ - - -...... ~----'--.~ ... _ - - . ' • • • ~ •. ~-----••• _ . ~ ~ . _ . _ - - . - ~ ._ _. - - - - --._-._~~-. ".'. "' . "., ~ "' -~" •• ~ _ . _ • ~ ••••• _. __ • _ _ ._. . _ __ , ••••• _•• ~ . _ .
To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting.
Continuous Mode To take pictures in (H (continuous high speed) and low speed) modes: 1 (l (continuous Select (H or (L mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to (H or (l. 2 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. While the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down, pictures will be taken at about 7 fps in continuous high speed mode, or at the frame rate selected for Custom Setting dS (CL mode shooting speed, CD 276) in continuous low speed mode.
Pal Power Source and Frame Rate The frame advance rate varies with the power source used. Power source Battery (EN-EL3e) AC adapter MB-D10 battery pack with EN-EL3e battery MB-D10 battery pack with EN-EL4a battery MB-D10 battery pack with AA-size batteries 3 Frame advance rate (approx.) 1 7 fps 7.6 fps 2 7 fps 8 fps 2 7.
B 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; note, however, that frame rate will drop when the buffer is full. While photographs are being recorded to the memory card, the access lamp next to the memory card slot will light.
Self-Timer Mode The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for selfportraits. To use the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or place the camera on a stable, level surface and follow the steps below: 1 Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to ~. Release mode dial 2 Frame the photograph and focus.
3 Start the timer. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer. The self-timer lamp (AF-assist illuminator) will start to blink and a beep will begin to sound. Two seconds before the photograph is taken, the self-timer lamp will stop blinking and the beeping will become more rapid. The shutter will be released about ten seconds after the timer starts. Raising the built-in flash interrupts the timer.
Mirror up Mode Choose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. Use of a tripod is recommended. 1 Select mirror up mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to Mup. Release mode dial 2 Raise the mirror. Frame the picture, focus, and then press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to raise the mirror.
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ISO Sensitivity - Reacting Faster to Light 11150 sensitivity" is the digital equivalent of film speed. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. This chapter describes how to set ISO sensitivity manually and automatically.
Choosing ISO Sensitivity Manually ISO sensitivity can be set to values between ISO 200 and ISO 3200 in steps equivalent to 1/3 EV. Settings of from about 0.3 to 1 EV below ISO 200 and 0.3 to 1 EV above ISO 3200 are also available for special situations. ISO sensitivity can be adjusted by pressing the ISO button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control panel or viewfinder. ISO button Main command dial r20Ci ~ Control panel 5 FS.
B The ISO Sensitivity Menu ISO sensitivity can also be adjusted using the ISO sensitivity option in the shooting menu (0253). D SHOOTING MENU o OFF OFF Activ~ [}lighting ;f long ~xp . NR .V High ISO NR NORM r=t.= ISO s~nsitlvlty settings "'9" . ~. liv~ vi~w mod~ ~ Multipl~ exposure • Movie s~ttings Interval timer shooting O~ I II OFF. ra ISO Sensitivity Settings The settings available depend on the option selected for Custom Setting b1 (ISO sensitivity step value, CJ 270).
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control If On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings> ISO sensitivity auto control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected by the user (ISO sensitivity is adjusted appropriately when the flash is used). 1 Select ISO sensitivity auto control. MENU button l1i•e I e r-I To display the menus, press the MENU button.
adjusted if underexposure would result at the shutter speed selected for Minimum shutter speed ('/4000-1 s). Slower shutter speeds may be used if optimum exposure can not be achieved at the ISO sensitivity value selected for Maximum sensitivity. Press <§) to exit when settings are complete. When On is selected, the control panel and viewfinder show ISO-AUTO. When sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user, these indicators blink and the altered value is shown in the viewfinder. p :25 FS.
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Exposure - Controlling How the Camera Sets Exposure This section describes the options available to control exposure, including metering, exposure mode, exposure lock, exposure compensation, and bracketing. Meteri ng ..................•.............................................................. 102 Exposu re Mode .............•...................................•....................
Metering Metering determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available: Method Description Recommended in most situations. Camera meters a wide area of the frame and sets exposure according to distribution 3D color of brightness, color, distance, and composition for natural matrix II results.
To choose a metering method, rotate the metering selector until the desired mode is displayed. Ii'S FS.6 P ISO cO B Matrix Metering The metering method used is determined by the type of lens attached: • Type Gand Dlenses: Range information is included when determining exposure (3D color matrix metering II). • Other CPU lenses: Range information is not included when determining exposure (color matrix metering II).
Exposure Mode Exposure mode determines how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture when adjusting exposure. Four modes are available: programmed auto (P), shutter-priority auto (5), aperture-priority auto (A), and manual (11). Mode_.._._---_.-., '-"""-'- ..+.. --..--. "._.-----.- _ - -- " _-- Description _- ---._- _ ",,-,- --- "---'''' ----_ Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for Programmed optimal exposure.
To choose the exposure mode, press the MODE button and rotate the main command dial until the desired mode is displayed in the control panel or viewfinder. , \ , ;/ " \\ \ \ i \;. \' , ' ! Ir---~--" B Depth-of-Field Preview To preview the effects of aperture, press and hold the depth-of-field preview button.
P: Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal exposure in most situations. This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in programmed auto: 1 Select exposure mode P. MODE button Press the MODE button and rotate the main command dial until P is displayed in the viewfinder and control panel.
B Flexible Program In exposure mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the main command dial while the exposure meters are on (I/flexible program"). Rotate the command dial to the right for large apertures (small f-numbers) that blur background details or fast shutter speeds that Main command dial I/freeze" motion.
!;: Shutter-Priority Auto In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. To take photographs in shutter-priority auto: 1 Select exposure r mo d e .:1. Press the MODE button and rotate the main command dial until S is displayed in the viewfinder and control panel. 2 [rsJ :25 FS.6 Choose a shutter speed. Rotate the main command dial while the I rl)K U.
!~: Aperture-Priority Auto In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. To take photographs in aperture-priority auto: 1 Select exposure mode A. Press the MODE button and rotate the main command dial until A is displayed in the viewfinder and control panel. 2 MODE button "I \ I"; , ::I C i f I:;" i Ii..::>...., ' ;,,\~ ~ FS.b ~g~' Main command dial Choose an aperture.
3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. B Non-CPU Lenses (CD 342) Use the lens aperture ring to adjust aperture. If the maximum aperture of the lens has been specified using the Non-CPU lens data item .n)K I.U in setup menu (CD 196) when a non-CPU lens is attached, the current f-number will be 20 displayed in the viewfinder and control panel, _(ID) A rounded to the nearest full stop.
tl: Manual In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in manual exposure mode: 1 Select exposure mode 11. Press the MODE button and rotate the main command dial until 11 is displayed in the viewfinder and control panel. MODE button [rtll 25 a FS.
2 Choose aperture and shutter speed. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the sub-command dial to set aperture. Shutter speed can be set fiX .:' 5 0" or to values between 30 sand 1/8,000 s, or the shutter can be held open indefinitely for a long time-exposure (cu... 1- c" 0 114). Aperture can be set to values between the minimum and maximum values for the lens.
B Exposure Indicators The exposure indicators in the control panel and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings (if Lo or Hi is displayed in 5 or Fl modes, the indicators show the amount of under- or over-exposure). Depending on the option chosen for Custom Setting b2 (EV steps for exposure cntrl., 0 270), the amount of under- or over-exposure is shown in increments of 1h EV, 1h EV, or 1 EV.
Long Time-Exposures At a shutter speed of b~, t b, the shutter will remain open while the shutter-release button is held down. Use for long time-exposure photographs of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. A tripod and optional remote cord (OJ 356) are recommended to prevent blur. 1 Ready the camera. Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. If you are using an optional remote cord, attach it to the camera.
3 Choose a shutter speed. nJ,~ul b) FS.6 DSD L I While the exposure meters are active, "-'1 J I'mlAl' ~( l.Ll NOAMI • rotate the main command dial until Cu... ~ c. appears In th e sh u tt er-spee d displays. The exposure indicators do not appear when ltd c.~. ~ C. IS se ec e . Ie fl. .." K . fl. .. ". 4 Press the shutter-release button all the way down. Press the shutter-release button on the camera or remote cord all the way down.
Autoexposure (AE) Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after metering exposure. 1 Select center-weighted or spot metering (OJ 102). Metering selector Matrix metering will not produce the desired results with autoexposure lock. If using center-weighted metering, select the center focus point with the multi selector (0 78). 2 lock exposure. Shutter-release button Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutterrelease button ha Ifway.
3 Recompose the photograph. \ i q,:~~,; Keeping the AE-LIAF-L button pressed, recompose the photograph and shoot. 1 ;' _/ RJ Metered Area In spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 3-mm (0.12 in.) circle centered on the selected focus point. In centerweighted metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in an 8-mm circle in the center of the viewfinder.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. In exposure mode It only the exposure information shown in the exposure indicator is affected; shutter speed and aperture do not change. To choose a value for exposure compensation, press the IB button and rotate the main command dial until the desired value is displayed in the control panel or viewfinder. ~ 'f / \. I' I _ I ' \ 'II ; '- - r '\1 i I.
Exposure compensation can be set to values between -5 EV (underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure) in increments of 1/3 EV. In general, choose positive values to make the subject brighter, negative values to make it darker. -1 EV +1 EV No exposure compensation At values other than +0.0, the 0 at the center of the exposure indicators will flash and a ~ icon will be displayed in the control panel and viewfinder after you release the IB button.
Bracketing Bracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, "bracketing" the current value. Choose in situations in which it is difficult to set exposure, Active D-Lighting, or white balance and there is not time to check results and adjust settings with each shot, or to experiment with different settings for the same subject.
2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the Fn button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in the control panel. Number of shots 1 3 FJ :.0 + .~, .. :. ~. : .....
3 Select an exposure increment. Pressing the Fn button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment. Exposure increment I ~~~J D.l] + /'/'"'';',';''''''' IE Control panel At default settings, the size of the increment can be chosen from 1/3,2/3, and 1 EV. The bracketing programs with an increment of 1/3 EV are listed below. - - -.-, •..... ~- '.'-.".-- ...-.- __ .- -".' ... - ._"."--. No. of shots Bracketing order (EVs) o o SF 0.3 +·······iilii·······...
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. [lj The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with exposure compensation (see page 118), making it possible to achieve exposure compensation values of more than 5 EV. While bracketing is in effect, a bracketing progress indicator will be displayed in the control panel. A segment will disappear from the indicator after each shot. p : L- II ~ C.
II Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the Fn button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is zero (OF) and mrti is no longer displayed in the control panel. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (CO 182), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
II White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on white balance, see page 133. 1 Select white balance bracketing. Choose WB bracketing for Custom Setting eS Auto bracketing set. 2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the Fn button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in the control panel. ----~~-~- Number of shots - 3F I+ ,.. ,.
3 Select a white balance increment. Pressing the Fn button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is roughly equivalent to 5 mired. White balance increment (!) 3F + ,. """i'I'i"""" + m~ Sub-command dial Control panel Choose from increments of 1 (5 mired), 2 (10 mired), or 3 (15 mired). Higher Bvalues correspond to increased amounts of blue, higher A values to increased amounts of amber (CD 138).
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. Each shot will be processed to create the number of copies specified in the bracketing program, and each copy will have a different white balance. Modifications to white balance are added to the white balance adjustment made with white balance fine-tuning.
II Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the Fn button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is zero (D F) and ~m:ii is no longer displayed in the control panel. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (aJ 182), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
II AD! Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 164. 1 Select ADL bracketing. Choose ADL bracketing for Custom Setting eS Auto bracketing set. 2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the Fn button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in the control panel.
3 Select Active D-Lighting. Pressing the Fn button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose Active D-Lighting. Sub-command dial Active D-Lighting is shown in the control panel. ".-'_.'.". Control panel display Rd:" _ I I Rd:" _ Low - Normal I 2F ° .. I rni 1 •••••••• Rd:" 1 •••••• Rd:" ' •• " 1 •• ' _ High _ Extra high I 2F I _ ••• 0 ••••• , ••• rni 130 I 2F ., .. °..... I rni _ Auto 2F ••••.•••. 0 •.•••••• , rni _ .. 2R ,.. ° .. , I rni Rd:" _ .
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bracketing is in effect, a bracketing progress indicator will be displayed in the control panel. A segment will disappear from the indicator after each shot. p :25 Ll DCF DSD Ie . J NORMI p F5.6 C .0 I l' rmlA ~l I , -) ,- UJJ" :2 5 ~F=5.=6_~ Ie . J rmlA ~l UJJ" Ll DCF _ DSD •..•. (: .. 0 _' _) , .- .
II Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the Fn button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is zero. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (rn 182), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
White Balance - Keeping Colors True The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Unlike the film used in film cameras, digital cameras can mimic this adjustment by processing images according to the color of the light source.
White Balance Options For natural coloration, choose a white balance setting that matches the light source before shooting. The following options are available: - _. Option AUTO Auto ~.~ 11\ ~ /11\' Incandescent Fluorescent .Sodium-vapor lamps Warm-white fluorescent White fluorescent Cool-white fluorescent Day white fluorescent Daylight fluorescent High temp. mercury-vapor ~~~ Direct sunlight ~ Flash .. Cloudy a~, Shade [3 Choose color temp. Coiortemp.
Auto white balance is recommended with most light sources. If the desired results can not be achieved with auto white balance, choose an option from the list above or use preset white balance. White balance can be selected by pressing the WB button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control panel. n Lf ' - - _ ( mA J--_..
B 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 5,000-5500 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 or by pressing the WB button and rotating the sub-command dial. II The White Balance Menu 1 Select a white balance option. MENU button -1~.~0 l-K@ II White balance o r.IDI!J Aut 0 .
2 Fine tune white balance. Use the multi selector to finetune white balance. White balance can be fine tuned on the amber (A)-blue (B) axis and the green (G)-magenta (M) Coordinates Adjustment axis. The horizontal (amberblue) axis corresponds to color temperature, with each increment equivalent to about 5 mired. The vertical (greenmagenta) axis has the similar effects to the corresponding color compensation (CC) filters. Increase green Increase magenta Increase blue .........---------1...
BI 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 ~~;:- (incandescent) is selected for white balance will make photographs slightly "colder" but will not actually make them blue. BI Color Temperature Fine-Tuning When Choose color temp. is selected, you can view the color temperature while fine-tuning white balance.
II The WB Button At settings other than [3 (Choose color temp.) and PRE (Preset manual), the WB button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)-blue (B) axis (CD 138; to fine-tune white balance when [3 or PRE is selected, use the shooting menu as described on page 137). Six settings in both directions are available; each increment is equivalent to about 5 mired (CD 139). Press the WB button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired value is displayed in the control panel.
Choosing a Color Temperature When 13 (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance, color temperature can be selected by pressing the WB button and rotating the sub-command dial. The color temperature is displayed in the control panel: Control panel WB button Sub-command dial ~ Choose Color Temperature Note that the desired results will not be obtained with flash or fluorescent lighting. Choose ~ (Flash) or ~ (Fluorescent) for these sources.
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 Direct measurement Copy from existing photograph 142 Description ... Neutral gray or white object is placed under lighting that will be used in final photograph and white balance is measured by camera (0 144).
The camera can store up to five values for preset white balance in presets d-O through d-4. A descriptive comment can be added to any white balance preset (QJ 152). r-:;---'----,·----·.·----··.·-··--,···----------'l ! d-O I I Stores last value measured for I I white balance (0 144). This I preset is overwritten when a c:w_v_al_u_e_i_s._m_e_a_sured_. r"'> J --- d-l-d-4 Store values copied from d-O (0 147). l Store values copied from images on memory card (0 148).
II Measuring a Value for White Balance 1 Light a reference object. Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. In studio settings, a standard gray panel can be used as a reference object. Note that exposure is automatically increased by 1 EV when measuring white balance; in exposure mode It adjust exposure so that the exposure indicator shows +0 (CD 113). 2 Set white balance to PRE (Preset manual).
4 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. The camera will measure a value for white balance and store it in preset d-O. No photograph will be recorded; white balance can be measured accurately even when the camera is not in focus. 5 Check the results.
6 Select preset d-O. If the new value for preset white balance will be used immediately, select preset d-O by pressing the WB button and rotating the sub-command dial until d-O is displayed in the control panel. ~ Direct Measurement Mode If no operations are performed while the displays are flashing, direct measurement mode will end in the time selected for Custom Setting c2 (Auto meter-off delay, 0 273).
II Copying White Balance from d-O to Presets d- 7-d-4 Follow the steps below to copy a measured value for white balance from d-O to any of the other presets (d-l-d-4). 1 Select PRE (Preset manual). MENU button balance ~~0 I-.:. WhiteIncandescent ~ Press the MENU button and select White balance in the shooting menu. Highlight Preset manual and press ~. 2 18!: . @ :e§) r @.------------l I !~~wM~ II ** Fluorescent ti'~' t\.. !!!~.~ (.'/;" Shade 13 Choosecolor temp. , .. -==:..;..;.;..;;.;..;.;.;.
II Copying White Balance from aPhotograph (d-1-d-4 Only) Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a selected preset (d-l-d-4 only). Existing white balance values can not be copied to preset d-O. 1 Select PRE (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu and press ~. 2 Select a destination. Highlight the destination preset (d-l to d-4) and press the center of the multi selector. 3 II 148 Choose Select image.
4 Highlight a source image. Highlight the source image. To view the highlighted image full frame, press and hold the <±<. button. To view images in other locations, press E<.~ and select the desired card and folder (0 217). ~ button f<.~ " ..... button r ,=,,~.l L~ e /' ~ ~ G ~ ((3)) \e 5 Copy white balance. Press the center of the multi selector to copy the white balance value for the highlighted photograph to the selected preset.
II Selecting aWhite Balance Preset To set white balance to a preset value: 1 Select PRE (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu and press ~. 2 Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press the center of the multi selector. To select the highlighted preset and display fine tuning menu (CD 138) without completing the next step, press ® instead of pressing the center of the multi selector. 3 Select Set. Highlight Set and press ~.
B Selecting a White Balance Preset: the WB Button At a setting of PRE (Preset manualL presets can also be selected by pressing the WB button and rotating the sub-command dial. The current preset is displayed in the control panel while the WB button is pressed. I\!l] PRE Control panel WB button 151
II Entering aComment Follow the steps below to enter a descriptive comment of up to thirty-six characters for a selected white balance preset. 1 Select PRE (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu and press ~. 2 Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press the center of the multi selector. 3 Select Edit comment. Highlight Edit comment and press ~. 4 Edit the comment. f.c'f! White balance !"#$%&'()*+,_.
Image Enhancement This chapter describes how to optimize sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation and hue using Picture Controls, how to preserve detail in highlights and shadows using active D-Lighting, and how to choose a color space.
Picture Controls Nikon's unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue, among compatible devices and software. Selecting a Picture Control The camera offers a choice of preset Picture Controls. Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene. Option Description ".. BSD j BNL BVI .•.. BMC 1 E]) ~ j Select Set Picture Control. To display the menus, press the MENU button.
_ Preset Picture Controls Versus Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera are referred to as preset Picture Controls. Custom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the shooting menu (0 160). Custom Picture Controls can be saved to a memory card for sharing among other 03005 cameras and compatible software (0 163).
Modifying Existing Picture Controls Existing preset or custom Picture Controls (0 160) 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 the desired Picture Control in the Set Picture Control menu (0 154) and press ~. 2 Adjust settings. Press .. or T to highlight the desired setting and press ..... or ~ to choose a value (0 157).
II Picture Control Settings - "" Option Description Choose from options between -2 and +2 to reduce or exaggerate the effect of the selected Picture Control (note that this resets all manual adjustments). For Quick adjust example, choosing positive values for Vivid makes ·pictures more vivid. Not available with Neutral, ;Monochrome, or custom Picture Controls. ·Control the sharpness of outlines.
~ Active D-Lighting Contrast and Brightness can not be adjusted when Active D-Lighting (CJ164) is on. Any manual adjustments currently in effect will be lost when Active D-Lighting is turned on. ~ llA" (Auto) Results for auto contrast and saturation vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame. Use a type G or 0 lens for best results.
Pal Toning (Monochrome Only) Pressing T when Toning is selected displays saturation options. Press ~ or ~ to adjust saturation. Saturation control is not available when B&W (black-and-white) is selected. Pal Custom Picture Controls The options available with custom Picture Controls are the same as those on which the custom Picture Control was based.
Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Select Manage Picture Control. To display the menus, press the MENU button. Highlight Manage Picture Control in the shooting menu and press ~. 2 Select Save/edit. Highlight Save/edit and press ~. 3 Select a Picture Control.
4 Edit the selected Picture Control. *~ See page 157 for more [ information. To abandon any • changes and start over f r o m · - · default settings, press the lID button. Press @ when settings are complete. 5 Select a destination. Choose a destination for the custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9) and press ~. 6 , . Manage Picture Control o Save as 1BC·1 Unused 1IlBC-2 Unused ~ I.."' 1BC·3 Unused 1BC-4 Unused ~ 11BC-5 Unused [~~~~~~::: Name the Picture Control.
~ Manage Picture Control> Rename Custom Picture Controls can be renamed at any time using the Rename option in the Manage Picture Control menu. ~ Manage Picture Control> Delete The Delete option in the Manage Picture Control menu can be used to delete selected custom Picture Controls when they are no longer needed. ~ The Original Picture Control Icon The original preset Picture Control on which the custom Picture Control is based is indicated by an icon in the top right corner of the edit display.
Sharing Custom Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX or optional software such as Capture NX 2 can be copied to a memory card and loaded into the camera, or custom Picture Controls created with the camera can be copied to the memory card to be used in compatible cameras and software and then deleted when no longer needed (if two memory cards are inserted, the card in the primary slot will be used; QJ 72).
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.
To use active D-Lighting: 1 Select Active D-Lighting. MENU button ti SHOOTING MENU To display the menus, press r-1~0 Ii IPEG compression L-K@: ;~ NEF (RAW) recording the MENU button. Highlight ~.:. (VS Whit~ balance :< ,~{ Set PIcture Control Active D-Lighting in the @ ;~'" Manage Picture Control \fa {§) [ shooting menu and press ~. ~.'<' Color space •• @-~ 2 Active D-lighbng IJ long expo NR Choose an option. II Active D-lighting Highlight FrnAUTOAuto, Frn H+ Extra "fliil
Color Space The color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. Choose a color space according to how photographs will be processed on leaving the camera. -- Option . sRGB sRGB . Description :Choose for photographs that will be printed or used Has is;' with no further modification. .This color space is capable of expressing a wider gamut of colors than sRGB, making it the preferred choice for images that will be extensively processed or retouched. "-"-'._~-----_.
Pai Color Space Color spaces define the correspondence between colors and the numeric values that represent them in a digital image file. The sRGB color space is widely used, while the Adobe RGB color space is typically used in publishing and commercial printing.
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Flash Photography - Using the Built-in Flash This chapter describes how to use the built-in flash. The Built-in Flash 170 Using the Built-in Flash 171 Flash Modes 175 Flash Compensation 177 t=\I L.<>c:Jc .....................•.•..••••.•............................•....•••••..••..........
The Built-in Flash The built-in flash has a Guide Number (GN) 17/56 (m/ft., 150 200, 20 °(/68 OF). It supports i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital 5LR, which uses monitor pre-flashes to adjust flash output for balanced lighting not only when natural lighting is inadequate but when filling in shadows and backlit subjects or adding a catch light to the subject's eyes.
Using the Built-in Flash Follow these steps when using the built-in flash. 1 Choose a metering method Metering selector (CD 102). Select matrix or center-weighted metering to activate i-TTL balanced fillflash for digital SLR. Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR is activated automatically when spot metering is selected. 2 Press the flash pop-up button. The built-in flash will pop up and begin charging. When the flash is fully charged, the flash-ready indicator (~) will light. 5 FS.6 3 p ..
4 Check exposure (shutter speed and aperture). Press the shutter-release button halfway and check shutter speed and aperture. The settings available when the built-in flash is raised are listed below. Mode p Shutter speed Set automatically by camera (11250 S_1/ 60 S) 1,2 Value selected by user (112505-30 S) 2 r .:. Set automatically by camera ('12505-'/60 S) ',2 ,...
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. ~ The Built-in Flash Use with lenses with focal lengths of 16-300 mm (0344). Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of 60 cm (2 ft.) and can not be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses. If the flash fires in continuous release mode (088), only one picture will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
Pal Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range The range of the built-in flash varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. Aperture at ISO equivalent of 400 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 16 22 32 200 104 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 16 22 800 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 16 22 32 1600 4 5.6 8 11 16 22 32 Range 3200 5.6 8 11 16 22 32 ft. 1.0-12.0 0.7-8.5 0.6-6.1 0.6-4.2 0.6-3.0 0.6-2.1 0.6-1.5 0.6-1.1 0.6-0.8 3 ft. 3 in.-39ft. 4in. 2ft. 4in.-27ft. 11 in. 2ft.-20ft. 2ft.-13 ft. 9in. 2 ft.-9ft. lOin. 2ft. -6ft. 11 in. 2ft.-4 ft.
Flash Modes The D3005 supports the following flash modes: - _~ ... Flash mode Description .This mode is recommended for most situations. In programmed auto and aperture-priority auto modes, shutter speed will automatically be set to values Front-curtain between 11250 and 1/60 S (l/8,000 to 1/60 s when an optional sync flash unit is used with Auto FP High-Speed Sync; 0281). Red-eye reduction lamp lights for approximately one second before main flash.
~ Flash Control Mode The information display shows the flash control mode for the built-in flash (Built-in) and for optional flash units attached to the camera accessory shoe (Optional) as follows: i-TTL Manual Built-in -=, TTL Auto FP (OJ 281) FP ~'I FP i ~'I FP ~1l~12'l Repeating flash 2 Commandermode 2 i Optional ~~ ~ Ll.illJ T~ CMD ~~ ~~~I:J~~ ~~~ 1 Available with 58-900 and 58-800 only.
Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output by from -3 EV to + 1EV in increments of 1/3 EV, 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. Press the ~ button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired value is displayed in the control panel.
FVLock This feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash output is appropriate to the subject even when the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame. Flash output is adjusted automatically for any changes in ISO sensitivity and aperture. To use FV lock: 1 Assign FV lock to the Fn button. Select FV lock for Custom Setting fS (Assign Fn button> Fn button press, CD 292). 2 Press the flash pop-up button.
4 Lock flash level. After confirming that the flash ready indicator (~) is displayed in the viewfinder, press the Fn button. The flash will emit a monitor preflash to determine the appropriate flash level. Flash output will be locked at this level and FV lock icons (m) will appear in the control panel and viewfinder. Fn button IcS FS.b 5 Recompose the photograph. 6 Take the photograph. p ~ cO Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot.
BUsing FV Lock with Optional Flash Units FV lock is also available with 5B-900, 5B-800, 5B-600, 5B-400, and 5B-R200 flash units (available separately). 5et the optional flash to TTL mode (the 5B-900 and 5B-800 can also be used in AA mode; see the flash manual for details). While FV lock is in effect, flash output will automatically be adjusted for changes in flash zoom head position.
Other Shooting Options This chapter covers restoring default settings, making multiple exposures, interval timer photography, and using GPS units and non-CPU lenses.
Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the QUAL and lB buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The control panel turns off briefly while settings are reset. Option Focus point Default Center : Programmed Exposure mode auto Flexible program Off Exposure Off compensation AE hold Off 1 ~ button QUAL button Option Bracketing .' Default oni " - ....
The following shooting-menu options will also be reset. Only settings in the bank currently selected using the Shooting menu bank option will be reset (0 254). Settings in the remaining banks are unaffected. -- Option - -. _. ~-, Image quality Image size Default JPEG Normal Large Option White balance ISO sensitivity Default Auto * 200 * Fine-tuning off. If the current Picture Control has been modified, existing settings for the Picture Control will also be restored.
Multiple Exposure Follow the steps below to record a series of two to ten exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures can be recorded at any image quality setting, and produce results with colors noticeably better than photographs combined in an imaging application because they make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor.
3 Select the number of shots. I Press. or T to choose the I..-JJ number of exposures that will be combined to form a single photograph and press <@. 4 Multiple exposure '0 Number of shots [_~_ W I A ..-m;]{1]3 2-10 Select Auto gain. Highlight Auto gain and press ~. 5 Set gain. Highlight one of the following options and press <@.
6 Select Done. Highlight Done and press ®. A iii icon will be displayed in the control panel. To exit without taking a multiple exposure, select Multiple exposure> Reset in the shooting menu. 7 P Ie'S Ll DCF DSD I NORMIC h::J FS.6 . ~~ [lnt I.U Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. In continuous high-speed and continuous lowspeed release modes (CJ 86), the camera records all exposures in a single burst.
~ Multiple Exposure Do not remove or replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure. Live view (0 47) can not be used to record multiple exposures. The information listed in the playback photo information display (including date of recording and camera orientation) is for the first shot in the multiple exposure.
II Interrupting Multiple Exposures Selecting Multiple exposure in the shooting menu while a multiple exposure is being recorded displays the options shown at right. To interrupt a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, highlight Cancel and press ®. If shooting ends before the specified number of exposures have been taken, a multiple exposure will be created from the exposures that have been recorded to that point.
Interval Timer Photography The camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals. ~ Before Shooting Select a release mode other than self-timer (~) or mirror-up (Mup) when using the interval timer. Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor. Remember that the camera will focus before each shot-no shots will be taken if the camera is unable to focus in single-servo AF.
3 Choose a start time. Press .... or .. to highlight hours or minutes; press'" or T to change. The starting time is not displayed if Now is selected for Choose start time. Press" to continue. 4 • o ~!; ~~ I II .~. ·7·-_:·-' B . Interval timer shooting time ~0Start [Q'D ["'01350 -: "~)0001 '00" JiDOOl x1=0001 E3Move (:)Set @13 43 Choose an interval. Press .... or .. to highlight hours, minutes, or seconds; press ... or T to change.
6 Start shooting. _Interval timer shooting Highlight Start> On and press .~ @l (to return to the shooting ost.art• • • • •~ ~ (I \l~~ ~13:50- ffi3~ ~~ Ii II W i;"~ ~OO:Ol '00· menu without starting the If}003 x 2=0006 E913:44 R OMove (;)Set interval timer, highlight Start> Off and press ®). The first series of shots will be taken at the specified starting time, or after about 3 s if Now was selected for Choose start time in Step 2.
B Bracketing Adjust bracketing settings before starting interval timer photography. If exposure, flash, or ADL bracketing is active while interval timer photography is in effect, the camera will take the number of shots in the bracketing program at each interval, regardless of the number of shots specified in the interval timer menu.
II Pausing Interval Timer Photography Interval time photography can be paused by: • Pressing the ® button between intervals • Highlighting Start> Pause in the interval timer menu and pressing ® • Turning the camera off and then on again (if desired, the memory card can be replaced while the camera is off) • Selecting self-timer (~) or mirror-up (Mup) release modes • Pressing the ~ button To resume shooting: 1 Choose a new starting trigger.
II Interrupting Interval Timer Photography Interval timer shooting will end automatically if the battery is exhausted. Interval timer photography can also be ended by: • Selecting Start> Off in the interval timer menu • Performing a two button reset (CO 182) • Selecting Reset shooting menu in the shooting menu (0 256) • Changing bracketing settings (0 120) Normal shooting will resume when interval timer photography ends.
Non-CPU Lenses By specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user can gain access to a variety of CPU lens functions when using a non-CPU lens (0 342).
II The Non-CPU Lens Data Menu 1 Select Non-CPU lens data. Press the MENU button to display the menus. Highlight Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu and press ~. 2 Select a lens number. Highlight Lens number and press ..... or ~ to choose a lens number between 1 and 9. D~?n'~~_~~ens_~_~~ _ I' ~" Done y 8Set 3 ..- ~ ''', lens number ~. focal length (mm) ~,.' Maximum aperture Select a focal length. Highlight Focal length (mm) and press ..... or ~ to choose a focal length between 6 and 4,000 mm.
5 Select Done. Highlight Done and press ®. The specified focal length and [_~? aperture will be stored under • . the chosen lens number. This combination of focal length and aperture can be recalled at any time by selecting the lens number using camera controls as described below. II Choosing aLens Number Using Camera Controls 1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Select Choose non-CPU lens number as the //+command dials" option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu.
Using a GPS Unit A GPS unit can be connected to the ten-pin remote terminal, allowing the current latitude, longitude, altitude, Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), and heading to be recorded with each photograph taken. The camera can be used with an optional GP-1 GPS unit (see below; note that the GP-1 does not provide the compass heading), or with third-party units connected via an optional MC-35 GPS adapter cord (0 199).
II Other GPS Units Optional Garmin GPS units that conform to version 2.01 or 3.01 of the National Marine Electronics Association NMEA0183 data format can be connected to the camera's ten-pin remote terminal using an MC-35 GPS adapter cord (available separately; m 356). Operation has been confirmed with Garmin eTrex and Garmin geko series devices equipped with a PC interface cable connector.
II The rm Icon When the camera establishes p :25 F5 ~ hDcF -® communication with a GPS device, a ri1 icon uSD will be displayed in the control panel. Photo NORMI J IIllA l' ~ ( :.ot information for pictures taken while the [m icon is displayed will include a page of GPS data (CD 214).
II Setup Menu Options The GPS item in the setup menu contains the options listed below. • Auto meter off: Choose whether or not the exposure meters will turn off automatically when a GPS unit is attached. Option Enable Disable Description Exposure meters will turn off automatically if no operations :are performed for the period specified in Custom Setting c2 ' (Auto meter-off delay).
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More About Playback - Playback Options This chapter describes how to play back photographs and details the operations that can be performed during playback.
Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, [B button press the [B button. The most , recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. Multi selector Sub-command dial un button [B button MENU button --'---,. o-n button ~~ button ~ button _Nlkon _ _----;- ® button Main command dial D Rotate Tall To display "tall" (portrait-orientation) photographs in tall orientation, select On for the Rotate tall option in the playback menu (CD 251 ).
To Use Description -Press ~ to view photographs in order :recorded, ..... to view photographs in reverse order. .... View additional , photographs -~_ View thumbnails Zoom in on photograph ..- ", -. 't';/[E] . . .._. '.'." '." -.,. Display menus: .. '~"', ." ~ .•.. , .-- . ".-' . .- •..• '.- . •..• -. ". .-". ..... -'.-. .. MENU .", -. . ".-.--".-.- -.-, -._.-" .-". .." . " . .. " --... . .-- 'See page 243 for more information. ,", -- ".- .-._ _... -.. -..
B Image Review When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (LJ 251), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor for about 4 s after shooting (because the camera is already in the correct orientation, images are not rotated automatically during image review). In singleframe, quiet shutter-release, self-timer, and mirror-up release modes, photographs are displayed one at a time as they are taken.
Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in fullframe playback. There are up to 9 pages of information for each photo. Press. or T to cycle through photo information as shown below. Note that shooting data, RGB histograms, and highlights are only displayed if corresponding option is selected for Display mode (0 247; shooting data page 4 is only displayed if copyright information was recorded with the photograph as described on page 309).
II File Information 1 2 1_1~ [~I~ __ Protect status 1 II Retouch indicator II Focus point 1, 2 219 315 78 II AF area brackets .36, 52 II Frame number/total number of frames IJ File name 258 Ii Image quality 68 11 Image size 71 IJ Image authentication 308 1m Time of recording 29 1 m m m Date of recording 29 Current card slot 72 Folder name 256 1 Displayed only if Focus point is selected for Display mode (0 247).
II Highlights 1 1 2 ---1----,1 1~v1,!1!11.~ 3 4 1 Protect status 219 Retouch indicator 315 Image highlights 2 Folder number-frame number. Current channel 256 2 Highlight display indicator 1 Displayed only if Highlights is selected for Display mode (0 247). 2 Blinking areas indicate highlights (areas that may be E{~ button overexposed) for current channel. Press ~ or ~ while pressing ~~ button to cycle through channels " /' r~=l~ as follows: e ~ .;;;;.;. '-- G I~ ~ Le f. I ,·..... ~.
II RGB Histogram 7 Image highlights 2 209 Folder number-frame number 256 Protect status 219 Retouch indicator 315 White balance Color temperature White balance fine-tuning . Preset manual 133 141 137 142 Current channel 2 Histogram (RGB channel) 3. In all histograms, horizontal axis gives pixel brightness, vertical axis number of pixels. Histogram (red channel) 3 Histogram (green channel) 3 m Histogram (blue channel) 3 1 2 Displayed only if RGB histogram is selected for Display mode (U 247).
3 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. Increasing exposure compensation shifts the distribution of tones to the right while decreasing exposure compensation shifts the distribution to the left.
II Shooting Data Page 1 1 3--;-~ 4-----=-:l":r. S--=-....,;j 6----=--;]~ 7-~ Exposure mode ISO sensitivity 2 104 96 Exposure compensation Optimal exposure tuning 118 272 3 Focal length 8-----=- 9-~ Lens data 10-~ Focus mode Lens VR (vibration reduction) 4 Flash mode Flash compensation Protect status 219 Retouch indicator 315 Metering method Shutter speed Aperture 102 108, 111 109, 111 195, 346 195 74 26 171 177 Commander mode/group name/flash control mode/flash compensation ...
II Shooting Data Page 2 1 1 ~ 2 rr~ • I 5 -----;-----::i·1 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 2 3 4 5 O' . ::.
II Shooting Data Page 4 * Protect status 11 Retouch indicator 3--;-;:r:'r: 4-~-:I"· II Name of photographer Il Copyright holder 219 315 309 309 Camera name 11 Folder number-frame number ......... 256 * Displayed only if Data is selected for Display mode (~ 247) and copyright information was appended to photograph (U 309).
II Overview Data 4 Histogram showing the distribution of tones in the image (0211). Horizontal axis corresponds to pixel brightness, vertical axis shows number of pixels of each brightness in image.
Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback To display images in "contact press the f{~ button. Full-frame playback sheets of four, nine, or 72 images, ll Thumbnail playback The following operations can be performed: To Use Display more Images Display fewer images Toggle full frame playback Highlight images ' Delete highlighted photo Change protect ' status of highlighted photo Return to shooti ng mode Display menus 216 Description . Press E{~ button to increase number of images displayed.
D Choosing a Memory Card If two memory cards are inserted, you can select a memory card for playback by pressing the ~~ button when 72 thumbnails are displayed. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight the desired memory card slot and press ~ to display a list offolders, then highlight a folder and press ® to view the pictures in the selected folder.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press the ~ button to zoom in on the current image. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: To Zoom in or out Use (t{1 E{~ View other areas of Image View other Images Rotate main command dial to view same location in other images at current zoom ratio. Faces (up to 10) detected during zoom are indicated by white borders in the .navigation window. Rotate sub-command dial to scroll display to faces without changing zoom ratio.
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, the ern button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the un button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 34,301). 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. - - ,j , II -<--..
Deleting Photographs To delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the lID button. To delete multiple selected photographs or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs can not be recovered. Note that pictures that are protected or hidden can not be deleted. Full-Frame and Thumbnail Playback Press the lID button to delete the current photograph. 1 Select an image.
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 -... . -". ..- -. Description - "'-' - .- . ..-.' . ~"-'--- -.-- --.. -.-.. --.- _.. _.,,--.-. . - -_._ .•.. -- . _~ ~B~ Selected, Delete selected pictures. - ; Delete all -pictures-i-n--ihe-folder cu-rrently sefected for ALL All playback (0 245).
3 Select the highlighted picture. Press the center of the multi selector to select the highlighted picture. Selected pictures are marked by a ill1 icon. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select additional pictures; to deselect a picture, highlight it and press the center of the multi selector. 4 Press ® to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press @.
Connections - Connecting to External Devices This chapter describes how to copy photographs to a computer, how to print pictures, and how to view them on a television set.
Connecting to a Computer This section describes how to use the supplied UC-E4 USB cable to connect the camera to a computer. Before connecting the camera, install Nikon Transfer and ViewNX from the supplied Software Suite CD (see the Install Guide for more information).
Direct USB Connection Connect the camera using the supplied UC-E4 USB cable. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Turn the computer on. Turn the computer on and wait for it to start up. 3 Connect the USB cable. Connect the USB cable as shown. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. ~ USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard. 4 Turn the camera on.
5 Transfer photographs. Nikon Transfer will start automatically; click the Start Transfer button to transfer photographs (for more information on using Nikon Transfer, select Nikon Transfer help from the Nikon Transfer Help menu). 6 Q Start Transfer button Turn the camera off. Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable when transfer is complete. ~ During Transfer Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress.
Wireless and Ethernet Networks If the optional WT-4 wireless transmitter (0 352) is attached, photographs can be transferred or printed over wireless or Ethernet networks and the camera can also be controlled from network computers running Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately). The WT-4 can be used in any of the following modes: Mode Function Upload new or existing photographs to computer or ftp server. Thumbnail Preview photographs on computer monitor before select mode upload.
Printing Photographs To print selected JPEG pictures on a PictBridge printer via direct USB connection, follow the steps below. Take photographs ~- E _-_~~_J __ Select photographs for printing using--l Print set (DPOF) (CD 237) ~ Connect camera to printer (0 229).------~-~-1 IPrint photographs L~e at a time (0 230) ---~----- c=- ..__~~_. l _~_ I Print multiple photographs (OJ 23~J -----~~~y---_.
Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied UC-E4 USB cable. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable as shown. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. ~ USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the printer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub. 3 Turn the camera on. A welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display. ....--...
Printing Pictures One at a Time 1 Select a picture. Press .... or ~ to view additional -J~i-=~-_ pictures. Press ~ or" to view photo information (0 207), or .. press and hold the
-- Option Description Menu shown at right will be ,displayed. Press ... or ~ to ;choose print style from Printer default (default for current Border ;printer), Print with border (print photo with white border), or No border, then press ® to select and return to previous menu. Menu shown at right will be displayed. Press'" or ~ to choose Printer default (default .
4 Start printing. Select Start printing and press ® to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press ®. 232 l ~.
Printing Mu ltip le Pictures 1 Display the PictBridge menu. MENU button -~~"~ Press the MENU butt on in the PictBridge play back disp lay (see Step 3 on page 229). ,09' ! ! 1 "@): I , " 2 , '~~'~----1 Choose Prin t select or Prin t (DPOF). High light one of the follo wing optio ns and press ~. · Print select: Select pictu res for prin ting. • Prin t (DPOF): Print an exis ting prin t orde r created with the Prin t set (DPOF) opti on in the play back men u ([[] 237).
3 Select pictures. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card. To display the current picture full screen, (h, button press and hold the ~ button. To select the current picture for printing, press the ().,., button and press .... The picture will be marked with a 8 icon and the number of prints will be set to 1. Keeping the ern button pressed, press'" or .. to specify the number of prints (up to 99; to deselect the picture, press" when the number of prints is 1).
5 Adjust printing options. Press ... or T to highlight an option and press ~ to select. ' . ".'. .... ,,, -.- "' ~ -. --. -,,,,". ,,". Option Description --. ... .-. •. ".---- -.-... -.-. i Menu of page size options will be displayed (0 230). iPress ... or .... to choose page size (to print at default . Page size ; . f or current printer, . : page size se Iect p. nnter d ef au I) t ,t h en .press ® to select and return to previous menu. . . . ;Menu of border options will be displayed (0 231).
II Creating Index Prints To create an index print of all JPEG pictures on the memory card, select Index print in Step 2 of "Printing Multiple Pictures" (OJ 233). Note that if the memory card contains more than 256 pictures, only the first 256 images will be printed. 1 Select Index print. Highlight Index print in the PictBridge menu (ITJ 233) and press ~. The confirmation dialog shown at right will be displayed. . 2 ~.~'- -. -. Display printing options. Press ® to display PictBridge printing options.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The Print set (DPOF) option in the playback menu is used to create digitailiprint orders for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. ll 1 Choose Select/set. Press the MENU button and select Print set (DPOF) in the playback menu. Highlight Select/set and press ~ (to remove all photographs from the print order, select Deselect all?). 2 Select pictu res.
3 Select imprint options. Highlight the following options and press ~ to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order without including this information proceed to Step 4). • Data imprint: Print shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in print order. · Imprint date: Print date of recording on all pictures in print order. l 4 Complete the print order. • Highlight Done and press @ to complete the print order. y _~!ln~ set (D~QF.
Viewing Photographs on TV The supplied EG-02 audio/video (AN) cable can be used to connect the 03005 to a television or VCR for playback or recording. A type C mini-pin High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from commercial sources) can be used to connect the camera to high-definition video devices. Standard Definition Devices To connect the camera to a standard television: 1 Turn the camera off. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the A/V cable.
PI Video Mode If no image is displayed, check that camera is correctly connected and that the option selected for Video mode (12] 301) matches the video standard used in the TV. PI Television Playback Use of an EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter (available separately) is recommended for extended playback. When the EH-5a or EH-5 is connected, the camera monitor-off delay will be fixed at ten minutes and the exposure meters will no longer turn off automatically.
High-Definition Devices The camera can be connected to HOMI devices using a type C minipin HOMI cable (available separately from commercial sources). 1 Turn the camera off. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HOMI cable. 2 Connect the HDMI cable as shown. Connect to Connect to highdefinition device 3 Tune the device to the HDMI channel. 4 Turn the camera on and press [E] button.
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Menu Guide This chapter describes the options available in the camera menus. [EJ The Playback Menu: Managing Images .......•...............
[B The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press MENU and select the [B (playback menu) tab. MENU button - .... .
Playback Folder MENU button .. [B playback menu . Choose a folder for playback. Option Description 03005 . Pict.ures in all folders created with the 03005 will be visible dunng playback. All i Pictures in all folders will be visible during playback. --.. . . _--. ._--_... -- .:Only pictures in the current folder will be visible during ( urrent • I b k •pay ac . -. -'~ .;.....,_. .. - - ' ~ '.'~--- ....- ~._-- Hide Image """.,§"_ .•_. __n _li_H_·..... -g ~_·(;·_gst_. __ .£._~M _tl!._. . ..
2 Select pictu res. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the ~ button; to view images in other locations, press E{~ and select the desired card and folder as described on page 217) and press the center of the multi selector to select the current picture. Selected pictures are marked by a ~ icon; to deselect a picture, highlight it and press the center of the multi selector. 3 Press ®.
Display Mode MENU button .. [E playback menu Choose the information available in the playback photo information display (CD 207). - . 1 -."------ 2 Select options. • Press. or T to highlight an option, then press ~ to select the option for the photo information display. A'" appears next to selected items; to deselect, highlight and press ~. f/;, - , -._---.-.
Copy Image{s) MENU button ... lB playback menu Copy images between memory cards. This option is only available when two memory cards are inserted in the camera. Option Select source Select image(s} Select destination folder Copy image(s}? Description Select the card from which pictures will be copied. Select the pictures to be copied. Select the folder to which pictures will be copied. Copy the images. To copy images: 1 Choose Select source. Highlight Select source and press ~.
5 Make the initial selection. Before going on select or deselect individual images, you can mark all or all protected images in the folder for copying by choosing Select all images or Select protected images. To mark only individually selected images for copying, choose Deselect all before proceeding. 6 Select additional images. . h"" ~ Deselect all .
To choose from a list of existing folders, choose Select folder from list, highlight a folder, and press ®. 9 Copy the images. Highlight Copy image(s)? and press ~. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press ®. Press €iS> again to exit when copying is complete. b!J ~ ~ Copying Images Images will not be copied if there is insufficient space on the destination card. Be sure the battery is fully charged before copying movies.
Image Review MENU button Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed by pressing the [E] button. 'J]] § IE playback menu •.... Image review -------------~-----~-~,~-,---~------~- 't On ~ ••' • • • • • • • • • •c.n@] ••• J _'_'j""'. After Delete j ~ MENU button ~ IE playback menu AJi"iP6.~JiJiJ[ 0/ I ~_ _""'E:;r_p·'r......._.·_17!"'_ _ '_.
Slide Show MENU button ... IE playback menu Create a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (ITJ 245). Hidden images (ITJ 245) are not displayed. Option Start Frame interval Description Start slide show. Choose how long each picture will be displayed. To start the slide show, highlight Start and press ®. The following operations can be performed while the slide show is in progress: To Description Skip back/skip ahead Press .... to return to previous frame, ~ to skip to next frame.
10 The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To display the shooting menu, press MENU and select the Q (shooting menu) tab. r-t1i... MENU button ',?"?:,,,,/ i I '0 ._~\_-~ I,.-i r~\ i ! :~;!: Option Shooting menu bank Reset shooting menu Active folder File naming _. --..•.. - --. Primary slot selection Secondary slot function Image quality Image size JPEG compression - _. - ,'.-.-, NEF (RAW) recording _ '. _ ---~" _ _, _. _.• _-.__._._ .·,.·..·.. ·."._.. ·.h_. ',_._.'. _~ __ ., ..
Shooting menu options are stored in one of four banks. With the exceptions of Interval timer shooting, Multiple exposure, and modifications to Picture Controls (quick adjust and other manual adjustments), changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera to these settings.
2 Enter a name. Keyboa rd area To move the cursor in the name area, press the ~~ button and press ~ or ~. To enter a new letter at the current cursor position, use the multi selector Name area to highlight the desired character in the keyboard area and press the center of the multi selector. To delete the character at the current cursor position, press the 1ifJ button. To return to the shooting menu without changing the bank name, press the MENU button. Bank names can be up to twenty characters long.
Reset Shooting Menu .,,~~ . . -:- - - - 'cw If ilW_II1J~~ •• :l'-_~ 'il. :;:;:$.I; "~ ~~WI;ff;olli'W''''-o/CtI·'re!, ':2~~Ij:l'S ~,_ .. I MENU button ... 0 shooting menu '01' 'I' U' • • :1!!iII*~ ,~I'IS"_ ~1lMl~~~
II Select Folder 1 2 Choose Select folder. II Active folder Highlight Select folder and press ~. I m~:! '0 Select folder 100D300S (@ Highlight a folder. Press .. or "'Y to highlight a folder. 3 Select the highlighted folder. Press ® to select the highlighted folder and return to the shooting menu (to exit without changing the active folder, press the MENU button). Subsequent photographs will be stored in the selected folder.
File Naming _~_.""""~ ,~-... ....... ._.~~_~~.,.' __ .•. .f.e,ik"n:, ~l!';-[ MENU button .. 0 shooting menu ln~J" •.Iif_H:gIlL!"-_§im-?'l!lS·jAl,.L!i!f _ _..,. I J Photographs are saved using file names consisting of /lOSC_" or, in the case of images that use the Adobe RGB color space, /I_OSC': followed by a four-digit number and a three-letter extension (e.g., /lDSC_0001.JPG"). The File naming option is used to select three letters to replace the /lOSC/I portion of the file name.
HighlSONR MENU button .. 0 shooting menu "f_:t'-~RVI';.IJ~,II--V·1l[il!-'i8-d jJ4Ud!$ij !j~~l§ ·'w". #!!4!ii!MiIi' I ~jQ~') Photographs taken at high ISO sensitivities can be processed to reduce "noise:' ....... Option Description .. .. .... - .' - - ...-.._ _-.' -- -Noise reduction is performed at ISO sensitivities of ISO 800 and higher. While photographs are being processed, the capacity of the memory buffer will drop. Choose the amount of noise reduction performed from High, Normal, and Low. ..
() Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To display the Custom Settings menu, press MENU and select the @ (Custom Settings menu) tab. MENU button ~~Ol (~ J . ~ --.",_A (USTOMSETTING MENU iI' nDReset cuslom settings ~J__. 't [I Autofoeus b Metering/exposure GI. C Timers/AE lock ;~, d Shooling/display ~X! Bracketing/flash f Controls i. • '---~-'--'---'--- II Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences.
The following Custom Settings are available: Custom Setting [Q) Custom setting bank "tID- -_ Reset custoflls'ettings --. -----_.-. a Autofocus ".-.-.. ...•. _-._~------~.~' .•. ~----_.~.~._------ _.- a1 a2 a3 a4 as a6 a7 . 262 , 262 . . . -. ~,-. -- ---- dS d6 d7 d8 d9 CL mode shooting speed .- .. __ --'.Max. continuous release : File number sequence i Informadondisplay :Lc::b'i'llumination - ,.' . , .,'. , '.'." . . . AF-C priority selection : AF-S priority selection .. ----.
(Q): Custom Setting Bank MENU button ... () Custom Settings menu Custom Settings are stored in one of four banks. Changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera to these settings. The new settings will be stored in the bank even when the camera is turned off, and will be restored the next time the bank is selected.
~ a 1: AF-C Priority Selection MENU button -. ~' This option controls whether photographs can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority) or only when the camera is in focus (focus priority) in continuous-servo AF. To select continuous-servo AF, rotate the focus mode selector to C. Mil., tf:f Custom Settings men.u J ',&II' ) .. C"I!I!~ '. "~:RVt! ~,i'" iH fj~ Focus mode selector .. , .•.. Option ... ~ Release - .- - '.' .,-.-'."."._-. .. - .. -,.-,",'.
a2: AF-S Priority Selection .~tW2, Oil, '~'W11. - . . . . . . . . ., .• , 7 . . . ,&",: -"il'?". °W; ":',. MENU button !I".,lI;:J;,jl, ',;csilill . -+ tf) Custom Settings menu ~---!i!liW,';£';-_-- '1ISl!il!!l:~:@MI!.U*-· _' I "'-:i".~Il>~~ This option controls whether Focus mode selector photographs can be taken only when the camera is in focus (focus priority) or whenever the shutterrelease button is pressed (release priority) in single-servo AF.
.. ~., .. Option Description ~ ..h _'•. ..__ ~' ~,.,_.','._, ~ ..__"' __'_'_" __ ' •. _.h',,~ , ... _.•..•_ ".'-'. _. .• If the subject leaves the selected focus point, the [c)]21 21 points camera will focus based on information from the surrounding 20 focus points. Choose when ••••• ••••• ••••• ••• photographing subjects that are moving unpredictably (e.g., players at a football game). . ... -- _ -.... .. - _. _... .
a4: Focus Tracking with Lock..On MENU button ... trI Custom Settings menu This option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject. Description When the distance to the subject changes abruptly, the AF5 Long camera waits for the specified period (long, normal, or AF: Normal short) before adjusting the distance to the subject. This prevents the camera from refocusing when the subject is AF~ Short briefly obscured by objects passing through the frame.
a7: Focus Point Wrap-Around ~:;:t!j.~_ -Gtj.-~ I!"t~~tri'§ _§
a9: Built-in AF-assist Illuminator MENU button .. () Custom Settings menu Choose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist the focus operation when lighting is poor. Option On Description The AF-assist illuminator lights when lighting is poor. AFassist illumination is only available when both of the following conditions are met: ,1. Single-servo autofocus is selected for focus mode (0 74). ; 2.
a 10: AF-On for MB-D1 0 r g oUT i?lS j ~ § :, i' -, MENU button -+ f) Custom Settings menu . oil j . i I "J H'«$I".'- Choose the function assigned to the AF-ON button on the optional MB-D10 battery pack. - .'.' -, Option --" AF-ON ---",- ._.,-_.... ~ . .•. -' ._-, ,,"'----. " Description ._.. .-.. : Pressing the MB-Dl 0 AF-ON button initiates autofocus. -'~- '.', . ...... ,--. . '.' , ..•. -. - -.'-' _.. '---' -". .. ---, , ' - ~ ..•. ----. --.' . -- ~-.
b 1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value MENU button ... @ Custom Settings menu i Si'P.iil.~'U#'ill$~7#iI~~7;ifl!~lij~JfII,111i;i;i3,?',r."$Ji~~~,,-"';;:;:f'§.-li!I':,'/J;!i'iI~~;I/i!ffl,."'1!-t:i5!:i'tWitM~~fl#/IJ';I!I/t#O~~&~1;;:.lW~~~t1Itjl.~'J"~#illflilf!l(!fi!!lS!iiNiIl!t'tl. .~R!tlJfii~!;ii..~~'R/il:iIl!Pliqi;,iili;fI!~~ Select the increments used when making adjustments to ISO sensitivity. b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl. MENU button ... @ Custom Settings menu g.~~"~~4':~~4'"_"W!':;1'f.l"c.
> If Custom Settings menu i ~~:~~7·j ir--i'g-!'~_¢(::l'"?-IJi!L%Ol ;oj~- '\f'Y-i'~i'J!;~i(~I,~~,I!'l~~~~~;" .;-.1 This option controls whether the IB button is needed to set exposure compensation (0 118). If On (Auto reset) or On is selected, the 0 at the center of the exposure display will blink even when exposure compensation is set to +0. b4: Easy Exposure Compensation Option MENU button ... Description Exposure compensation is set by rotating one of the command dials (see note below).
When calculating exposure, center-weighted metering assigns the greatest weight to a circle in the center of the frame. The diameter (~) of this circle can be set to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm or to the average of the entire frame. .--.- Option (-) 6 ~ 6 mm (-) 8 ~ 8 mm (-)10 ~ 10 mm (-)13 ~ 13 mm (o)AV9 Average - -... -. -, .. ". Note that the diameter is fixed at 8 mm when a non-CPU lens is used.
c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L ~~~~. _.". -", •. , ."', .-_.~ MENU button -+ @ Custom Settings menu ·'~~~~:'-':-H.~I _ _ ~~~!IiIii_H·'-P'i!;:,rj"'j:-.-71i!!1§l1,~M I n~ At the default setting of Off, exposure only locks when the AE-L/AF-l button is pressed. If On is selected, exposure will also lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
c4: Monitor off Delay Choose how long the monitor remains on 't: c4 Monitoroff delay when no operations are performed during PIayback l@),1(1$ ~ playback (Playback; defaults to lOs) and 'ff' Menus @>20s ,'$A, Information display @>10s image review (Image review; defaults to 4 s) ~'. Image review @4s or when menus (Menus; defaults to 20 s) or information (Information display; defaults to lOs) are displayed. Choose a shorter monitor-off delay for longer battery life.
d 1: Beep '.~~-,!' Fr. ~fiJt~~~~_-';;_5>- MENU button ··_~~~'_'!;l~ __,,,,,,,Si';:;_ __ -+ f) Custom Settings menu I :YlU~~~~~~~~~~~ ........ If High (high pitch) or Low (low pitch) is selected, a beep will sound at the selected pitch while the self-timer is active or when the camera focuses using single-servo AF.
d4: Screen Tips MENU button ... {I Custom Settings menu' Choose On to display tool tips for items selected in the information display. d4 Screen tips l·li. ••••• 4> E(I@]~. ~. d5: CL Mode Shooting Speed ~~ &:\ 'U'''' -~I!IM''l"1i!Of!Ml''Eia ijI;t'!'*'llWili4li1J "t.'tlll~~lr.:~m
d7: File Number Sequence MENU button -+ @ Custom Settings 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. Option d7 File number sequence , • •••••I(ID~, I·I~ • • RESET Reset ~..,,- -'.~ Description .-,'.'.
dB: Information Display MENU button ... @ Custom Settings menul o#!"~"i':'M",;.~~~~~~~~~¢I."l!"'~~~~~ At the default setting of Auto (AUTO), the color of the lettering in the information display (0 12) will automatically change from black to white or white to black to maintain contrast with the background. To always use the same color lettering, select Manual and choose Dark on light (8; black lettering) or Light on dark (W; white lettering).
d 11 : MB-D 10 Battery Type l'6 - - _5·§'" '27:1 - ~ '-S-?'l"613,itS ·1i!!.j~iif:_~_~_fW--_",-.,gO'O:'i'f!I!tHlr~ MENU button ... @ Custom Settings menu ".' . . __ i1ti~'!!:ro~.k,~gli'lSOiSH-i ij§~~~~~ I To ensure that the camera functions as expected when eight AA batteries are used in the optional MB-Dl 0 battery pack, match the option selected in this menu to the type of batteries inserted in the battery pack.
d12: Battery Order - - - - - _.. . "........_""' I ",.._..~_,, __"':J MENU button ... tf) Custom Settings menu Choose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-Dl a battery pack is attached. A ID icon is displayed in the camera control panel when the batteries in the MB-Dl a are in use. d12Batteryorder ;- lfJi~ fj4 ~. D300S Use camera battery first P 12S LlDcF FS.6 Ie .J _~~~) DSD NORMI l¥l;>"" :.
el: Flash Sync Speed H'I MENU button -+ rf) Custom Settings menu 5' In •. -il:?' I J This option controls flash sync speed. Description ·Use auto FP high-speed sync with 58-900, 58-800, 58-600, and 58-R200 flash units. If other flash units are used, shutter speed is set to 11320 s. When the camera shows a shutter 1/3205 (Auto FP) ·speed of 11320 s in exposure mode P or Fl, auto FP highspeed sync will be activated if the actual shutter speed is faster than 11320 s. · .-.-.
Flash Control at 1/320 s (Auto FP) When 1/320 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, CJ 281), the built-in flash can be used at shutter speeds as fast as 1/320 s, while optional 58-900, 58-800, 58-600, and S8-R200 flash units can be used at any shutter speed (Auto FP HighSpeed Sync). _.. _." "_'_ _. v._,· __ '. . ".
e3: Flash Cntrl for Built-in Flash ~, i.LSZ: z_· _iilol:.J:N"_~lII '-Ii_S_-'Gr"':~¥O'WIQ.Clt~lillj_::U_.:_~·f_:@jMl""""__ ~ _' _ MENU button ... ~"L_H_.iS':-_-: ~:ilj _f. __ d- tfI Custom Settings menu ;;;":4~~~~~~.; .r?r _~•. 'd;1;!O .- -j" I §?-~~J Choose the flash mod e for the built -in flash. -. . Option Description - Flash outp ut is adjus ted auto mati cally in respo nse to TTL shoo ting cond ition s. Manual .Cho ose the flash level (0 284).
II Manual Choose a flash level between Full and 1/128 (1/128 offull power). At full power, the built-in flash has a Guide Number of 17/56 (m/ft., ISO 200, 20°C/68°F). II Repeating Flash The flash fires repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a strobe-light effect. Press .... or ~ to highlight the following options, • or • to change. Option Output Description Times Frequency g as a Choose flash output (expressed fraction of full power).
II Commander Mode Use the built-in flash as a master flash controlling one or more remote optional 5B-900, 5B-800, 5B-600, or 5B-R200 flash units in up to two groups (A and B) using advanced wireless lighting. II.-.-~ash_~_tLI1~~~!:~~fla.~ Selecting this option displays the menu shown at right. Press ~ or ~ to highlight the following options, • or'" to change. ~ ~~-w- ; Mode Camp. IDI; ~ Built-in flash II Group A ~ ~ lUI lUI ~ 0 CH &I Group B .. Channel .
Follow the steps below to take photographs in commander mode. 1 Adjust settings for the built-in flash. Choose the flash control mode and output level for the built-in flash. Note that output level can not be adjusted in - - mode. 2 I~; Commander mode /fif{:..oc"j ,; I, Built-in flash If Group A II Group B """i·' .... Channel OMove Adjust settings for group A. Choose the flash control mode and output level for the flash units in group A. 3 II _~.~_~~~5~trlf~,,--b~!~t-In,flas.~.
6 Compose the shot. Compose the shot and arrange the flash units as shown below. Note that the maximum distance at which the remote flash units can be placed may vary with shooting conditions. r / I '\ 60 or less.. S milS ft. or Wireless remote 10 m/33 ft. 30 0 or less less se~sors on flash or less ~ ,_ units should face camera. , ~ "" \. ~~)Camera 3~O:r le~s \ - - - - ) "'&(built-in flash) 0 'AJ' i, 7 ,/"-.. S milS ft. or 60 or less ~ less 0 Set the remote flash units to the selected channel.
PI The Flash Sync Mode Display ~ does not appear in the control panel flash sync mode display when -is selected for Built-in flash> Mode. PI Flash Compensation The flash compensation value selected with the ~ (~) button and subcommand dial is added to the flash compensation values selected for the built-in flash, group A, and group B in the Commander mode menu. A ~ icon is displayed in the control panel and viewfinder when a flash compensation value other than ±O is selected for Built-in flash> TTl.
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e6: Auto Bracketing (Mode M) MENU button .... @ Custom Settings menu I ~ ~')~~~,~~.· ••~_~~~~~~·~Pt!I'~;:''';;;I.-''..,*;'~<;$~~ii!@ Flash/speed/ aperture ~ +@ Flash/aperture Flash only .....
f1 : :~: Switch MENU button ... ~ Custom Settings menu f ~~~~~""~~~~~~~~~~~"j:rj!~-=;:'~~"1iiE!iii~~~~~~~~~~~~~"1~~.~~~:<;~~~~~:""~~~~~~~-.....j Choose what happens when the power switch is rotated to :~:. Option Description :~.. LCD backlight r~:) Control panel backlight illuminates for 6 s. :6:mm :~: and information Control panel backlight illuminates and shooting .. display information is displayed in monitor.
. . Option folder ~ Role assigned to center of multi selector - EJ Choose slot and . -' . -. '.- Display card slot selection dialog; highlight slot and press ~ to display list of folders. Highlight folder and press ® to select folder for playback. Only .folders currently selected for playback (0 245) are displayed. ~ f3: Multi Selector MENU button ... -qt .... ~ _ . . : \L - • - j If l j . ~ in c _ - tfI Custom Settings menu I i PVle Ii - . _ i. - ~ ~_:u .. !It .
II Fn Button Press Selecting Fn button press for Custom Setting fS displays the following options: Option .... _-~. -.--._._,.. -- ."... _', '"---"-'--".' Description '.-~- -~ Preview * ! _.-,- - ----.. ~--.- ..._- -'.-','-~ .-.-.-.".- .. "._--"._".--- .-.'----- .. _ ..... _.-,. -",- ."._" _... -..- -_..... _.- --- , .... __ .-. : Press the Fn button to preview depth of field (0 105).
Option Centerweighted metering Spot metering ~ Description Center-weighted metering is activated while the Fn .button is pressed. ,Spot metering is activated while the Fn button is •pressed. , Fn button perfor'ms same function as [B button. when using a telephoto lens or in other circumstances in which it is difficult to operate the [B ,button with your left hand.
II Fn button + dials Selecting Fn button + dials for Custom Setting f5 displays the following options: Description - .,-._--If the Fn button is pressed when the command dials are rotated, changes to shutter speed (exposure modes and and aperture (exposure modes R and are /~ @ 1 step spd/ made in increments of 1 EV, regardless of the option aperture selected for Custom Setting b2 (EV steps for exposure cntrl.,D 270).
f6: Assign Preview Button ~'llU'C'J'~_""" .'.iI#: ~U$1l"Z ~ -'!'ftl'~"n:-t ~1 ne;V:::::t;S!At:l::4~!""~otYO.r,,- MENU button ... "E": ~_ll1\Iii:Z -. tP Custom Settings menu ~;M~jlQll iIllilii I -~~~~J Choose the role played by the depth-of-field preview button, either by itself (Preview button press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Preview + command dials).
f8: Customize Command Dials MENU button ... &? Custom Settings menu This option controls the operation of the main and sub-command dials. Option Description Controls the direction of the command dials. Choose No for normal command Reverse dial operation, Yes to reverse the rotation rotation of the command dials. This setting also applies to the command dials for the MB-Dl o. If Off is selected, the main command fBCustomize command dials . .
" Option Description If Off is selected, the multi selector is used to choose the ,picture displayed during full-frame playback, highlight thumbnails, and navigate menus. If On is selected, the main command dial can be used to choose the picture displayed during full-frame playback, move the cursor left or right during Menus thumbnail playback, and move the menu highlight bar up or and .down. The sub-command dial is used to display additional playback.
I flO: No Memory Card? ~»t i!?ii -i!@j _i?~ Ii·H- Ii n-L_"""_ S§!.S .":§\',iI§§.Lt -~_ ~_4tR§_-~~5 __ P - !it'!Jf."'!l::iiIQ; MENU button .. @ Custom Settings menu S:~R-~'"!;~~~~~n.~~~~~~~1 ....... 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).
yThe Setup Menu: Camera Setup To display the setup menu, press MENU and select the menu) tab. y (setup MENU button 1 1~;~iJ:_ L.f1@i ---~ '(cr." ' , - ~ IZ.
Format Memory Card 'g i ! MENU button ... 'P' - i-Si,.~-:\h!"_§' . t 't Setup menu ih:i ... -- i "i!"'s.,tl . To begin formatting, choose a memory card slot and select Yes. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card in the selected slot. Before formatting, be sure to make backup copies as required. ~ During Formatting Do not turn the camera off or remove memory cards during formatting.
HOMI MENU button ... I 't Setup menu t~~~~~~_""""~"f"'f~~';,"I.~"!J,';t'l/l.""""~,,,*~~';!'.J#;iI;;;:~~~~~~,;fL~'.li~R;;;t::jf;,":It.~~ ~~~~~~'.l!..-",\t:l;J$«!01M8i6ii.~~~~J ...... The camera is equipped with an HOMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, allowing pictures to be played back on high-definition televisions or monitors using a cable with a type C mini-pin connector (available separately from commercial suppliers).
Language Choose a language for camera menus and messages. The following options are available. Dk Dansk De Deutsch Danish German PI Pt ... En English . . Es Espanol Fi Suomi Fr It Fran~ais English Spanish Finnish French Italian Italiano NI Nederlands Dutch Norwegian No Norsk Image Comment Ru Sv ~ -'<-.><- 1'8) 8 f1 Polish Portugues .Portuguese Russian PYCCKII1~ Swedish Svenska Traditional Chinese ep3Z(~~) r:p )z: ((§j f:~ ) Simplified Chinese Japanese B*~8 .Korean f1~ Polski MENU button ...
Auto Image Rotation _ . _ 'C,,,,,,,; ,., .M MENU button ". _ _..,.."..,,,.•._ : _, .."""""', _ ____ . """'' '__ '' "( Setup menu ''''''''s Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback (CD 204) or when viewed in ViewNX (supplied) or in Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 355).
Image Dust Off Ref Photo MENU button ... YSetup menu Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual). Image Dust Off ref photo is available only when a CPU 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 II Image Dust Off reJ.-,-p_ho_to Choose a start option. Highlight one of the following options and press i§l.
2 Frame a featureless white object in the viewfinder. With the lens about ten centimeters (four inches) from a welllit, featureless white object, frame the object so that it fills the viewfinder and then press the shutter-release button halfway. In autofocus mode, focus will automatically be set to infinity; in manual focus mode, set focus to infinity manually. 3 Acquire dust off reference data. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data.
Battery Info ~~~'t:l! __ r_--"'" -~.- MENU button -+ y Setup menu ---1\!:-st:;_~~~!iiJ!"2S~Jit!_!-_'_£i""""""",_~"!j"-L ~"'-?f¥'fr~~~~- View information on the battery currently inserted in the camera. I I i -.-~ Battery info fI Bat. meter ~- 43% 209 y Pic. meter it Ba~eryage .o ~ (0 4) oIlllLLU..J{g (QK)Done Item Description -.- '.- -- Bat. meter The current battery level expressed as a percentage.
Wireless Transmitter __ ~~ ~''li'l1!l,,-·."$oiCl:lti6'illl~U;';'i¥~~~~- MENU button .... y Setup menu • _. I ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ This option is used to adjust settings for connection to a wireless network, using an optional WT-4 wireless transmitter. See "Connections: Wireless and Ethernet Networks" (0 227). Image Authentication " ,.... •..,.•,.. .n. . " YS::.~~ "',. •, ,,___ . MENU button .. r:;:u, J.
Copyright Information YSetup menu I• !~[::£i'_j_j]i!!:t!ll!€!(_~J MENU button ... i4!iibiiOt! 2CIiili , - 3 .. tk~5"-~-_- ,. !,'.?i'-., J.' j Add copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is visible on the fourth shooting data page in the photo information display (OJ 214) and can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX (supplied) or in Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 355). · Done: Save changes and return to the setup menu.
i Save/Load Settings !t"~:sA'~~~_"ldllil~_l- to.s.t MENU button ... 't Setup menu -"'St---jIC_.~~"""'~_~i·~.l.."lI.""".:~~~~:~_·_I!*!P?!!t 2A~1:!M' 'f9d~~'J1$IIF ~ ]§-t! Select Save settings to save the following settings to the memory card, or to the memory card in the primary card slot if two memory cards are inserted (if the memory card is full, an error will be displayed; rn 381).
.....- Menu - - - -- . Option -.", -. - ~--' i Clean image sensor Video mode HDMI .Time zone and date (excepting date and time) - - --Language Image comment Setup .Auto image rotation Image authentication Copyright information GPS Non-CPU lens data All My Menu items My Menu/ All recent settings Recent Settings Choose tab . ~.- . . Settings saved using the D300S can be restored by selecting Load settings.
AFFineTune MENU button -+ 't Setup menu Fine-tune focus for up to 12 lens types. AF tuning is not recommended in most situations and may interfere with normal focus; use only when required. Option AF fine • On: Turn AF tuning on. tune • Off: Turn AF tuning off. (On/Off) Saved value Description Tune AF for the current lens (CPU lenses only). Press'" or T to choose a value between +20 and -20. Values for up to 121ens types can be stored. Only one value can be stored for each type of lens.
~ AFTuning The camera may be unable to focus at minimum range or at infinity when AF tuning is applied. ~ Live View (Tripod) Mode Tuning is not applied to contrast-detect autofocus when Tripod is selected in live view mode (049). RI Saved Value Only one value can be stored for each type of lens. If a teleconverter is used, separate values can be stored for each combination of lens and teleconverter.
~ Eye-Fi Cards For information on errors involving Eye-Fi cards, see the manual provided with the Eye-Fi card, and direct any inquiries to the manufacturer. The camera can be used to turn Eye-Fi cards on and off, but may not support other Eye-Fi functions. B Supported Eye-Fi Cards As of April 2009, the following 2 GB Eye-Fi cards can be used: Eye-Fi Home, Eye-Fi Share, and Eye-Fi Explore. Eye-Fi cards are for use only in the country of purchase.
l21 The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies To display the retouch menu, press MENU and select the ~ (retouch menu) tab. MENU button ,0 i ..tt?J ®' 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. _. - ' Option D-Lighting @ Red-eye correction ~ Trim C.
Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: 1 Choose a picture. Display the desired picture in full-frame playback (0 204). Pal Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images created with other devices. 2 Display the retouch menu. D-Ughting Red-eye correction ~ Trim fa Monochrome C) Filter effects @'1,# Color balance fro @ Press ® to display the retouch menu.
4 Select retouch options. For more information, see the section for the selected item. To return to full-frame playback without creating a retouched copy, press ~. B Monitor off Delay The monitor will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for 20 s. The delay can be adjusted with Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay). 5 Create a retouched copy. Press ® to create a retouched copy. Retouched copies are indicated by a ~ Icon.
~ Retouching Copies Most options can be applied to copies created using other retouch options, although with the exceptions of Image overlay and Edit movie each option can only be applied once (note that multiple edits may result in loss of detail). Options that can not be applied to the current image are grayed out and unavailable.
D-lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After Press'" or T to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press €) to copy the photograph.
Red-Eye Correction MENU button ... ~ retouch menu I 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 is previewed as shown at right. Confirm the effects of red-eye correction and create a copy as described in the following table.
Trim , •. MENU button .. &j retouch menu I• ·F6§!.l!-~_.:i:i<-"!ij-~~~~~~Jt'41;~~~~-'R:§_ -:-"1'l[j!~ ):P30?7' 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 Use . ..'~ . - - Description -- - '._-- _. - . '.-.- -.--. '.-. ~ ~ Press the ~~ button to reduce the size of the crop. Press the(~ button to increase the size ·of the crop.
Monochrome MENU button .. 0 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 to increase color saturation, to decrease. Press ® to create a monochrome copy. Increase saturation ....- - - - - - -.. t~ ~ &?'='<::::::, ~ Decrease saturation Filter Effects MENU button .. 0 retouch menu Choose from the following color filter effects.
Color Balance MENU button ... IQ1 retouch menuJl 'iif!!i!:~!fJI!~jN~!ii!i!'-·~~"«~""~~~iJ§I!;:t!.'S'I-"~_:>_~~~~~IiJ;'fJ;ifii'ii!:..~~~I!lJI€~_~~~~~ .......~.~~.~ii..~iliIp£~~~!f/IiJi!..~~~ : Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed in the monitor together with red, green, and blue histograms (Q 210) giving the distribution of tones in the copy. Press @> to copy the photograph. Increase amount of green Increase amount of blue 6~ \~O!)
Image Overlay MENUbutton ... [£j 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 photographs combined 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 ([[] 68,71; all options are available).
4 Select the second photograph. The selected image will appear as Image 1. Press ~ to highlight Image 2 and repeat steps 2-3 to select the second photo. 5 Set gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing'" or .. to select the gain for image 1 from values between 0.1 and 2.0. Repeat for the second image. The default value is 1.0; selecting 0.5 cuts gain in half, while selecting 2.0 doubles gain. The effects of gain are visible in the Preview column.
8 Save the overlay. Press ® while the preview is displayed to save the overlay. F~ After an overlay is created, the • resulting image will b e - - - - - displayed full-frame in the monitor. + ~ Image Overlay Only NEF (RAW) photographs created with the 03005 can be selected for image overlay. Other images are not displayed in the selection screen. Only NEF (RAW) photographs with the same bit-depth can be combined.
Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs. 1 Select NEF (RAW) processing. ;O R_~TQ~~!L'!~~JL ':' Trim <# Monochrome •. ~ Filter effects .. Color balance . . Image overlay ~ C. _ • G @"'",~ Highlight NEF (RAW) l2J ,m ~I processing in the retouch IIg EditResizemovie [,'il Jolt • menu and press ~ to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph.
3 Adjust NEF (RAW) processing settings. Choose image quality (0 68), image size (OJ 71), white balance (CJ 134), exposure compensation (lIJ 118), a Picture Control (0 154; note that the Picture Control grid can not be displayed) and high ISO noise reduction (0 259), and color space (0 166) for the JPEG copy. Note that white balance is not available with multiple exposures or pictures created with image overlay and that exposure compensation increments differ from those used in shooting mode.
Resize Create small copies of selected photographs. Resize can be used during full-frame playback as described on page 316. If you select Resize in the retouch menu, you can resize multiple photographs as described below. 1 I . Choose a destination. R,_;,'--___ --------- If two memory cards are IJA Select image Choose destination inserted, you can choose a ~ Choose size destination for the resized copy by highlighting Choose destination and pressing ~ (if only one card is inserted, proceed to Step 2).
3 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press ~. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the center of the multi selector to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the ~ button; to view images in other locations, press ~~ and select the desired card and folder as described on page 217). Selected pictures are marked by a riiiii icon. Press @) when the selection is complete.
Side-by-Side Comparison MENU button ... @1 retouch menu Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the ® button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a copy or original is played back full frame. II Making aSide-by-Side Comparison 1 Select a picture. Select a retouched copy (shown by a ~ icon) or a photograph that has been retouched in full-frame playback and press ®. 2 Select Side-by-side . comparison. Highlight Side-by-side comparison and press ®.
3 Compare the copy with the original. The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create the copy listed at the top of the display. Press Source Retouched .... or ~ to switch between the image copy source image and the retouched copy. To view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the ~ button. If the copy was created from two images using Image overlay, press .... or .. to view the other source image.
'ifJI My Menu: Creating aCustom Menu To display My Menu, press MENU and select the ~ (My Menu) tab. MENU button I~:~ I ,i@i <~) • I :e,--~ The My Menu option can be used to create and edit a customized list of options from the playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus for quick access (up to 20 items). If desired, recent settings can be displayed in place of My Menu (OJ 337). Options can be added, deleted, and reordered as described below.
3 Select an item. Highlight the desired menu item and press ®. 4 Position the new item. _C~oose!:os~!i~n __ Image size t~i Image quality I;~' JPEG compression . ii; NEF (RAW) recording \~ f5 Assign Fn button , '~ Press. or T to move the new item up or down in My Menu. Press ® to add the new item. [ ~~ • . C:)Move 5 Add more items. The items currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark. Items indicated by a lSI icon can not be selected.
Deletin9-Qptions from My Menu 1 Select Remove items. In My Menu (~)f highlight Remove items and press ~ . - 2 3 . - "-- ~ .- -. ~.--- .. .. - -- _ .. ~- -... ~ -- Select items. II Remove items Highlight items and press ~ to select or deselect. Selected items are indicated by a check mark. t~ I ~ 110 I~ • Select Done. 0 Done Image size Image quality lPEG compression ~Set NEF (RAW) recording f 5Assign Fn button II Remove items ; Highlight Done and press ®.
Reorderin9-Qptions in My Menu 1 Select Rank items. In My Menu (rn), highlight Rank items and press ~. 2 Select an item. Highlight the item you wish to move and press ®. 3 ~ or ~ to move the item up or down in My Menu and press ®. Repeat Steps 2-3 to reposition additional items. L.~ .~ 336 ---~- I I .. Position the item.
Displaying Recent Settin~ To display the twenty most recently used settings, select @ Recent settings for ffi My Menu> Choose tab. 1 Select Choose tab. In My Menu (ffi), highlight Choose tab and press ~. 2 Select lID Recent settings. Highlight @ Recent settings and press ®. The name of the menu will change from "MY MENU" to "RECENT SETTINGS:' [~.~ • Menu items will be added to the top of the recent settings menu as they are used.
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Technical Notes - Camera Care, Options, and Resources Read this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera.
Compatible Lenses CPU lenses (particularly types G and 0) are recommended for use with the 03005. CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type G and 0 lenses by a letter on the lens barrel. Type G lenses are not equipped with a lens aperture ring. CPU contacts Apertu re ri ng 1----=-1 I CPU lens Type D lens Compatible CPU Lenses 1 ." . ,.".
9 When focusing at minimum focus distance with AF 80-200mm f/2.8, AF 3570mm f/2.8, AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 , or AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 lens at maximum zoom, in-focus indicator may be displayed when image on matte screen in viewfinder is not in focus. Adjust focus manually until image in viewfinder is in focus. 10 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. fa The AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter The AF-SIAF-I teleconverter can be used with the following AF-S and AF-Ilenses: • AF-S VR Micro 105mm f/2.
Non-CPU Lenses 1 Non-CPU lenses include manual focus lenses and other lenses without a built-in CPU. The following is a list of compatible nonCPU lenses and accessories. Camera setting M(with electronic rangefinder) s C Lens/accessory ~ -- - -.. ------- ._--AI-, AI-modified, NIKKOR or Nikon Series E lenses 2 --""---~---~-'---.'.---- .. -~. "--." -~".-.-._~ : Exposure mode Metering system Focus mode M p A S M 3D ". Medical-NIKKOR 120mm f/4 - ._~'- - -- -. -,. ---.. ..
11 With maximum effective aperture of f/S.6 or faster. 12 Requires PK-12 or PK-13 auto extension ring. PB-6D may be required depending on camera orientation. 13 Use preset aperture. In aperture-priority auto exposure mode, set aperture using focusing attachment before determining exposure and taking photograph. • PF-4 Reprocopy Outfit requires PA-4 Camera Holder.
B The Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 16300 mm. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of 60 cm (2 ft.) and can not be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses. The flash may be unable to light the entire subject with the following lenses at ranges less than those given below: lens 'r" ; AF-S OX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED AF-S OX 12-24mm f/4G ED AF-S OX NIKKOR 16-85 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR , ._. AF-S 17-35 mm f/2.
~ AF-Assist Illumination The AF-assist illumination is available with lenses with focal lengths of 24-200mm. It can not however be used to assist the focus operation with the following lenses: • AF-S VR 200-400mm f/4G ED • AF-S VR 200mm f/2G ED At ranges under 0.7 m (2ft. 4 in.), the following lenses may block the AFassist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor: • AF-S OX 17-55mm f/2.8G ED • AF Micro 200mm f/40 ED • AF-S VR 24-120mm f/3.5-S.6G ED • AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.
III Calculating Picture Angle The size of the area exposed by a 35mm camera is 36 x 24 mm. The size of the area exposed by the 03005, in contrast, is approximately 23.6 x 15.8 mm, meaning that the diagonal picture angle of a 35mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the 03005. To calculate the focal length of lenses for the 03005 in 35mm format, multiply the focal length of the lens by 1.5 (for example, the effective focal length of a 24mm lens in 35mm format would be 36 mm when mounted on the 03005).
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting 5ystem (CL5) and can be used with CL5-compatible flash units. Optional flash units can be attached directly to the camera accessory shoe as described below. The accessory shoe is equipped with a safety lock for flash units with a locking pin, such as the 5B-900, 5B-800, 5B-600, and 5B-400. 1 Remove the accessory shoe cover. 2 Mount the flash unit on the accessory shoe.
The Nikon Creative Lightin9-S}tstem {CLSl Nikon's advanced Creative Lighting System (CL5) offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography. II CiS-Compatible Flash Units The camera can be used with the following CL5-compatible flash units: • The 58-900, S8-800, S8-600, S8-400, and S8-R200: .... _ .. ,~. ~ - '0-. 'h Flash unit Feature Guide No.
The following features are available with the above flash units: ~. -- -- - - ~ -.. Flash unit . .',-'._- - .---- __ ~ ~~ ... , .. _.'.".. . -.-.0,.-,'.".-.' __;•. _ _, -.---,--' .- .... ... ......"-.-.-.",' '. Flash mode/feature., . '-TTL : i-TTL balanced fill-flash I . for digital 5lR . _ AA A . - ". ---.'... ". ~ Advanced Wireless Lighting .. Commander Remote 58-900; i58-900 58-900 58-800 58-600 58-400 58-800 5U-800 1 58-800' S8-600SB-R200 ' V 2 V 3 V V V V V ..
Other Flash Units The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. If they are set to TTL, the camera shutter-release button will lock and no photographs can be taken. Flash unit 58-80DX, 58-28DX, ; , 58-28,58-26, i Flash mode _ '58-25,58-24 i A Non-TTL auto II M Manual II IillJ Repeating flash II . ,. REAR Rear-curtain sync II 58-S0DX 58-30,58-27 , 58-23,58-29 2, 58-225,58-22, 58-218 2, 58-20, 58 52 58-168,58-15 -29 - ~. ~,,~ ......
~ Notes on Optional Flash Units (Continued) The 5B-900, 5B-800, 5B-600, and 5B-400 provide red-eye reduction, while the 5B-900, 5B-800, 5B-600, and 5U-800 provide AF-assist illumination with the following restrictions: • 58-900: AF-assist illumination is BB:sggg:s:s:s o:S:SBg§ig:SBBo §i available for all focus points; :s:s:sg§i§i:S:S:S o:s:s:sg§i§i:S:S:So g 000000000 00000000000 00000000000 17-19 mm 20-105 mm 106-135 mm 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 0 0 0 000 000 with 17-135 mm AF lenses, however, aut
Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the 03005. • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e (0 22, 24). • Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-Dl0: The MB-Dl 0 is equipped with a shutter-release button, AF-ON button, multi selector, and main- and sub-command dials for improved operation when taking photographs in portrait (tall) orientation. When attaching the MB-Dl 0, remove contact cover for the MB-Dl 0 from the camera.
-- Viewfinder eyepiece accessories .". - • Diopter-Adjustment Viewfinder Lens DK-20C: To accommodate individual differences in vision, viewfinder lenses are available with diopters of -5, -4, -3, -2, 0, +0.5, + 1, +2, and + 3 m- 1• Use diopter adjustment lenses only if the desired focus can not be achieved with the built-in diopter adjustment control (-2 to + 1 m- 1). Test diopter adjustment lenses before purchase to ensure that the desired focus can be achieved.
- -.- - • Nikon filters can be divided into three types: screw-on, slip-in, and rear-interchange. Use Nikon filters; filters manufactured by other makers may interfere with autofocus or electronic range finding. • The 03005 can not be used with linear polarizing filters. Use the C-PL circular polarizing filter instead. • Use NC and L37C filters to protect the lens.
.-..-_. -, Software -' --.-.. _. - . .. _- . ,.,. ----- .. _-'.. - . , -.-. '-.-.-.. _' .....-- .. - .....• ' ,-. • Capture NX 2: A complete photo editing package with such advanced editing features as selection control points and an auto retouch brush. • Camera Control Pro 2: Control the camera remotely from a computer and save photographs directly to the computer hard disk.
Remote terminal accessories 356 The 03005 is equipped with a tenpin remote terminal for remote control and automatic photography. The terminal is provided with a cap, which protects the contacts when the terminal is not in use. The following accessories can be used (all lengths are approximate): • Remote Cord MC-22: Remote shutter release with bl ue, yellow, and black terminals for connection to a remote shuttertriggering device, allowing control via sound or electronic signals (length 1 m/3 ft. 3 in.).
Caring for the Camera Stora~ When the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and store the battery 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.
The Low-Pass Filter The image sensor that acts as the camera's picture element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moire. If you suspect that dirt or dust on the filter is appearing in photographs, you can clean the filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu. The filter can be cleaned at any time using the Clean now option, or cleaning can be performed automatically when the camera is turned on or off. II HC/ean Now" 1 Place the camera base down.
3 Select Clean now. rJ Clean image _ senso~r r-i.\ Highlight Clean now and press t~~i ~. ~ y Clean now ~. Clean at startup/shutdown @O ~ The message shown at right will be displayed while cleaning is in progress. The message shown at right will be displayed when cleaning is complete. II "Clean atStartup/Shutdown" 1 Select Clean at startup! shutdown. Display the Clean image sensor menu as described in Step 2 on the previous page. Highlight Clean at startupl shutdown and press ~.
2 Select an option. Highlight one of the following options and press ®. Option __ • _ ••••.• _ 'i'ON CI \!!J •• _ ... ~. Description 4 "_". ~ .. __ ~ •. " " _ ' _ ' •• " . _ . • _._. _. __ . " • ". _.. _~_~ ••• _. The image sensor is automatically cleaned ean a s artup each time the camera is turned on. t t The image sensor is automatically cleaned during shutdown each time the camera is turned off. ,.:.
II ManualCleaning If foreign matter can not be removed from the low-pass filter using the Clean image sensor (rrJ 358) option in the setup menu, the filter can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 'I Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter. A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning the low-pass filter.
4 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 low-pass filter. The display in the viewfinder will turn off and the row of dashes in the control panel will blink. 5 Examine the low-pass filter. --------- Holding the camera so that light falls on the low-pass filter, examine the filter for dust or lint. If no foreign objects are present, proceed to Step 7. 6 Clean the filter.
~ 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 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. In rare instances, static electricity may cause the LCD displays to light up or go dark. This does not indicate a malfunction, and the display will soon return to normal. The lens and mirror are easily damaged.
Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source: Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry. To prevent an accidental interruption of power, avoid carrying the product from one location to another while the AC adapter is connected.
Batteries: Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning and should be removed with a soft, dry cloth before use. Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries: Turn the product off before replacing the battery. The battery may become hot when used for extended periods. Observe due caution when handling the battery. Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment.
Defaults The default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button resets, see page 182.
Live view mode (049, 52) -. Multiple exposure (0 184) Movie settings (062) ~ .---'. ~. ----.". Tripod Reset 2 - - .".--- -- 640 x 424 (3 : 2) Auto sensitivity (A) Quality Microphone Destination CF card slot Interval timer shooting (0 189) Reset 3 1 Default settings can be restored using Reset shooting menu (0 256). With the exception of Multiple exposure and Interval timer shooting, only settings in the current shooting menu bank will be reset. 2 Applies to all banks.
Option Default Off 6s 10 s c1 Shutter-release button AE-L (0 273) .. " . c2 ' Auto meter-off delay (0 273) - ~ ...... . -- c3 ;Self-timer (0 273) c4"Monitor off delay (Q] 274) Playback .Menus Information display ,Image review d1 : Beep (CO 275) d2 Viewfinder grid display (CD 275) d3 Viewfinder warning display (0 275) d4 Screen tips (0 276) dS ,CL mode shooting speed (0 276) d6: Max. continuous release (0 276) d7' File number sequence (GJ 277) d8; Information display (OJ 278) , . .~ .
--.'-.-.-.- Option .'._-- .. ,___ , ,' f5 Assign Fn button (0 292) ;Fn button press _-._--.-.--. - Fn button + dials f6 1 Assig'n preview button (0 , Preview button press .-.- ' ... None -... Auto bracketi ng . - -. . "--. . ".-. ''- .'---'--"~'."" , .. "--. - -.---. No Off --------. Sub-command dial .- .-.' . ",-. ' Off . ,",.- - .
Exposure Program The exposure program for programmed auto is shown in the following graph: ISO 200; lens with maximum aperture of filA and minimum aperture of f/16 (e.g., AF SOmm filA D) ,,0"'" 1/1 .----71"--;(- .-~----~-. ----------. ------~---:;~~----,,~-1 --;(,-----/--+-+--r--r---,(---;;f'---;f'------,f---,f--------"L---/---of-----,f-/- 1/1.4 r----,!"---,~I'---;;1~""'_.,j""'_.,j"'--,+l.---;;f'-----7i"---:;;f''_____;l''_____;l''----T,'----T,-7I''--;f-___;;{ ~ ~ - 1/28 +-' 1/4 Q) 115.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. II Display Viewfinder is out of focus: Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional diopter adjustment lenses (0 36, 353). Viewfinder is dark: Insert a fully-charged battery (0 22, 37). Displays turn off without warning: Choose longer delays for Custom Setting c2 (Auto meter-off delay) or c4 (Monitor off delay) (CD 273, 274).
II Shooting Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is full or not inserted (0 31, 38). • Memory card is locked (SD cards only; OJ 35). • CPU lens with aperture ring attached but aperture not locked at highest f-number. If FE E is displayed in control panel, select Aperture ring for Custom Setting f8 (Customize command dials) > Aperture setting to use lens aperture ring to adjust aperture ([[) 297). • Exposure mode Sselected with :.:.~.
Beep does not sound: Off is selected for Custom Setting d1 (Beep; 0 275). Camera is in quiet shutter-release mode (0 86). Camera is in focus mode (or M (0 74). Release is selected for Custom Setting a2 (AF-S priority selection; OJ 264). • Movie is being recorded (0 58). • • • • Photos not recorded in live view mode: • Sound of mirror clicking down when shutter-release button was pressed halfway in hand-held mode was mistaken for sound of shutter (0 54).
White balance bracketing unavailable: • NEF (RAW) or NEF+JPEG image quality option selected for image quality (068). • Multiple exposure mode is in effect (0 187). Effects of Picture Control differ from image to image: A (auto) is selected for sharpening, contrast, or saturation. For consistent results over a series of photographs, choose a setting other than A (auto) (OJ 158). Can not adjust Picture Control contrast or brightness: Contrast and brightness can not be adjusted when Active O-Lighting is on.
(an not change print order: • Memory card is full: delete photos (038,220). • Memory card is locked (SO cards only; 0 35). Can not select photo for printing: Photo is in NEF (RAW) format. Create JPEG copy using NEF (RAW) processing or transfer to computer and print using ViewNX (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately). Can not print photos: • Memory card is locked (SO cards only; 0 35) . .• NEF (RAW) photos can not be printed by direct USB connection.
Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor. Indicator Control Viewpanel finder FE E (blinks) c::::!I ClI Problem Lens aperture ring is not set to minimum aperture. Low battery. • Battery exhausted. • Battery can not be used. • An extremely exhausted ClI c::::!I (blin ks) (blinks) rechargeable Li-ion battery or a thirdparty battery is inserted either in the camera or in the optional MB-Dl 0 battery pack.
Indicator _ - --. . Control Viewpanel finder, .- '''.---~. -.- -' Problem - -.- - -No lens attached, or non-CPU lens attached without specifying maximum aperture. Aperture shown in stops from maximum ,aperture. Camera unable to focus (blinks) using autofocus. .. -".''-- • :-: : Subject too bright; 'photo will be overexposed. " .... -. -. .- . Solution ~.~ o ." Aperture value will be displayed if maximum aperture is specified. 195 Focus manually.
Indicator {ontrol; -Viewpanel finder Problem Solution • Use a higher ISO sensitivity :. In exposure mode: P Use flash Subject too dark; photo 5 Lower shutter will be underexposed. speed Fl Choose a larger aperture (smaller f-number) Change 'shutter speed lIS l t d · ....H ....... c. e ec e In or select manual (blinks) :exposure mode 5. exposure mode. Optional flash unit that ~ ,does not support i-TTL Change flash mode (blinks) flash control attached 'setting on optional (blinks) flash unit.
Indicator ,"----.-... Control Viewpanel , finder - ... .... -. ' ._-.-._-.-.-'.- --~-- - - -. Problem __ ...._--.-.-. .. ----....,-,-... _., --.-..-. -. -.'. Solution . -- "".-.-.- --_._, ... photo in If 'In d'Icator bl'In ks f or 3 s Check . 'f .,. ; . monitor; I ' k) after flash fires, photo d d d' (bl In S b d d un erexpose ,a Just may e un erexpose . lsettings and try again. L .. --- - - ". -- ." " .. 172 _., 68, 71 ,Memory insufficient to • Reduce quality or r- LI . ,L. . L.
Monitor ,Camera cannot detect memory card. ;Turn camera off and [- E- J 'confirm that card is 31 ,correctly inserted. ,. Use Nikon393 • Error accessing approved card. memory card. '. Check that contacts [[ HRl are clean. If card is DCF/ damaged, contact Dso retailer or Nikon (blinks) representative. • Unable to create • Delete files or insert' 31,220 new folder. new memory card . No memory card. ~ This memory card cannot be used. Card may be damaged. Insert another card. ... . -.. ". '.
.... _--- --- .-. ,..... Indicator Control panel Monitor Problem Solution Failed to update flash unit firmware. :Firmware for flash Flash cannot be Contact a Nikonunit mounted on used. Contact a . authorized service camera was not Nikon:representative. updated correctly. authorized servi
Indicator Control Monitor i panel This movie can not be edited. Check printer. Check paper. Paper jam. Out of paper. Check ink supply. Out of ink. Problem Solution • Movies c-reated with' other devices can The selected movie not be edited. can not be edited. • Movies must be at least two seconds long. Check printer. To resume, select Printer error. Continue (if available). . . . Insert paperofcorrect Paper In printer IS . d I . size an se ect not of selected size. C to on Inue.
Specifications II Nikon 03005 Digital Camera Type' .Type ....., •••, ....4."_ < . ._ . " " ••••...••. _. _~ ~ . __.• __ ,.. ._.__ • ~~~ • ... _. "._' .'. __ ..... , ._. ._ '-_ _-. _. __ . , _._ _ .,' _. __." .•• ~._'" '_'_~ '~ _••. ~ .-....._.......... _.""",_.... _._ _. • ~.,..,~_~ ~_._ ,'_._• • -'. _ _ .". ._, • '_"" ,"'" _, , h . __ • " . ' . _ ". • • __' . _ , " . ' . _ " . ' •. _ . ' . -.-. ,~~._. _.
Storage! Either card can be used for primary or backup storage or for separate storage of copies created using NEF+JPEG; pictures can be copied between cards. Dual card slots -_.---.' ...... - . - . , .. _.., ~ ' DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif 2.21 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras), PictBridge , File system ; Viewfinder iViewfinder Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder :...- .
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Exposur~ .""_.----.-._._._.- •. ~ ..... .. .. - -.",.- ,.. .. "."';'-'-.-"''''' -.-. __ ' 4 __ .. _ -'.'. ," " _,_. ._.~_._. ..- Flash bracketing 2-9 frames in steps of 113,1/2,2/3, or 1 EV White balance bracketing 2 -9 frames in steps of 1,2, or 3 ADL bracketing 2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3-5 frames using preset values for all frames Exposure lock - .- , Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-LIAF-L button . _.
Movie . ,. .. . -'. -.- -.-.-- .. ..,..•.. -. . . . - .-._." _-~.--.~~ -" • 1,280 x 720/24 fps • 320 x 216/24 fps :Frame size (pixels) File format . • 640 x 424/24 fps AVI - Compression . -- ." . ." Motion-JPEG - -.-- ,.~ ~ ;Audio Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted j • ,""0'.,>'''" _"'_ .• " , .•. .,_,~,.,':"',.. , Monitor . T"~'~"'_C'-~~"';'",_~.-·~~~ _.'_"_.'_ '.'.• " >-...:.-.,-<:' .'.;.-.-'"._:: - ~-,- ",-~~;-'-,-. 'J,;-., ,,;:C~.._.-.' : -;- ,"'.;;. •- 3-in.
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.~ - .~---- . .". - .-.-.,.-..... ~_._,--- -..-..... -.,....,.'-.~~.- . EN-EL3erechargeable Li·ionbattery Type .--.. - '. -, -.. _-".-... -._- _.. .. Rated capacity ',-.---", Rechargeable lithium-ion battery " 7.4 V/1500 mAh -'.. ,-.-. Dimensions (W x Hx D) Approx. 39.5 x 56 x 21 mm (1.6 x 2.2 x 0.8 in.) "- Weight ~ -.-. Approx. 80 g (2.8 oz.), excluding terminal cover g Supported Standards • OCF Version 2.
Approved Memory Cards The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the 03005. • Type 1CompactFlash memory cards ---------; Extreme IV-- -'SDCFX4 i GS-, -4 GB, g--GB, 16 GB - --.----.Extreme III SDCFX3 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - . - - - - - -- ,- ---Ultra II SDCFH 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB Standard 'slieFg-- 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB-----.. ...... _-'_ ... _-, ----_. .. -- -.. - --,- .. _.----... .. ,._----- ----- .. _----- Professional UDMA 300 x 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB _-.
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 4 GB SanDisk Extreme IV (SDCFX4) card at different image quality and size settings. .. Image quality Image size File size 1 No. of images 1 rBuffercap~city 2 . -. ~' .. -.' ---".-- --.-. '.' . ..~~. . -. ._. - NEF (RAW), Lossless . compressed, 12-bit 12.1 MB NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 14-bit 3 14.9 MB 151 30 NEF (RAW), Compressed, 12-bit 10.
1 All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded. 2 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer at ISO 200. Drops if Optimal quality is selected for JPEG compression, ISO sensitivity is set to H 0.3 or higher, High ISO NR is on when auto ISO sensitivity control is on or ISO sensitivity is set to 800 or higher, or long exposure noise reduction, active Dlighting, or image authentication is on. 3 Maximum frame rate when recording 14-bit NEF (RAW) images is 2.5 fps.
Battery Life The number of shots that can be taken with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, temperature, and how the camera is used. In the case of AA batteries, capacity also varies with make and storage conditions; some batteries can not be used. Sample figures for the camera and optional MB-Dl 0 multi-power battery pack are given below.
The following can reduce battery life: • • • .' • • • • Using the monitor Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway Repeated autofocus operations Taking NEF (RAW) or TIFF (RGB) photographs Slow shutter speeds Using the optional WT-4 wireless transmitter Using the optional GP-l GPS unit Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL3e batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.
Index ~~ .*"''''''"'.,'''"._.. ",w~_'''''_c'''' __"_ _,, (n] (Single-point AF) 76, 77 [<:lJ (Dynamic-area AF) 76, 77, 264 (.] (Auto-area AF) 76, 77 S 74,80,86,264 (L 86, 88, 276 (H 86, 88 Q 86 ~ (Self-timer) 86,91 Mup 86,93 ~ (Matrix) 102 ~ (Center-weighted) 102,272 8 (Spot) 102 P (Programmed auto) 106 S (Shutter-priority auto) 108 R (Aperture-priority auto) 109 rl (Manual) 111 ? (Help) 18,21 ,- (Memory buffer) 43,89 PRE (Preset manual) 134, 142 mm (Info) button 12, 15 ~ (Live view) button 48, 58 :~'.
Battery 22, 24, 37, 279, 280, 307 Battery info 307 Battery order 280 Battery pack 279,280, 307, 352 Beep 275 322 Black-and-white (Monochrome) Body cap 5,26, 355 Border 231,235 Bracketing 120,289,290 Bracketing order 290 Built-in AF-assist illuminator 268 Bulb 112,114 Burst 186,276, 293 ( ( 74,81,263,264 Camera Control Pro 2.
Electronic rangefinder 84,340,342 Ethernet 227, 352 EV steps for exposure cntrl. 270 Exif version 2.21 167,392 Exp comp/fine tune 270 Exposure 101, 102, 116, 118 Exposure bracketing .......
Incandescent (White balance) 134 236 Index print In-focus indicator 43,74 Information 207, 247 Information display 12, 278 Interval timer shooting 189 ISO sensitivity 95,96,98 ISO sensitivity auto contro!.. 98 ISO sensitivity settings 97 ISO sensitivity step value 270 i-TTL....................................... 170, 171, 285 i-TTL balanced-fill flash for digital SLR. 170 J JPEG JPEG JPEG JPEG JPEG basic compression fine normal L __ ..,..__:ru_,_. ~~, 68 68 70 68 68 .........
NEF (RAW) bit depth NEF (RAW) processing NEF (RAW) recording Neutral (Set Picture Control) Nikon Transfer No memory card? No. of copies (PictBridge [Setup] menu) Non-CPU lens Non-CPU lens data o ............... _1iit:iM:_'eOA__"""_~_. _¥iC!J1II_.l:'t_~~ -,1;;_ '__ 70 327 70 154 224 299 230 195,342 195 ....... _. . . . ! .. 3._ . . . ._. .
SD card sIOL 32,62, 72 SD card slot 72 (Primary slot selection) SO memory card 32,72,393 Secondary slot function 72 Self-timer. 86,91,273 Sensitivity 95,96,98 Sepia (Monochrome) 322 Set Picture Control 154 300 Setup menu 134 Shade (White balance) Shooting data 212,213,214 Shooting info display 278 Shooting menu 253 Shooting menu bank 254 Shutter-priority auto 108 Shutter-release button 43,44,80, 116,273 Shutter-release button AE-L.
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Table of Contents Buttons and Dials ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.•..••.• 3 Qu ick Start Guide •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 6 Memory Card Slots •••••••••••••••••.••••••••••••••••.•• 13 The Information Display 16 The Command Dials •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.. 18 Release Mode••••••••.•..•••••.•••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 23 Using the Flash •••••••••••••••••••••••••••.••••••••••••••• 24 L.i\fE! ~ie~ .....•............•.......•..........................
Buttons and Dials Depth-of-field preview button Preview depth of field. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _..........J Focus-mode selector Modes Sand C (autofocus) The camera focuses using autofocus (AF) when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. In mode S(single-servo AF), focus locks when the camera focuses. In mode ( (continuous-servo AF), the camera continues to adjust focus until the shutter is released (053). IMode M (manual) IFocus is adjusted manually using the lens focusing ring.
Buttons and Dials [B (playback) button I View photographs in the I monitor (0 12). ~ I Diopter adjustment control I - Rotate until the display in the viewfinder is in focus (=:1 9). \iii (delete) button (012) ~ (playback zoom in)/ E{~ (thumbnail/playback zoom out) button - - ---I During playback, press the
Metering selector Rotate the metering selector to choose a metering method. --- - --- -B Center-weighted ( 54) Assigns the greatest weight to the center of the frame. -- - --- ----[t-)] Matrix Meters most of the frame. - -GJ Spot Meters the selected focus point. --- - ~- (bi) (Live view) button - Press the ~ button to frame pictures in the monitor (0 27). AF-area mode selector Choose how the camera selects the focus point for autofocus.
Quick Start Guide Follow these steps for a quick start with your camera. 1 Attach the strap. 2 -Charge the battery. 3 Insert the battery.
4 5 - - - - --------------- - - Attach a lens. Rotate the lens until it clicks into place. Insert a memory card. (ompactFlash memory cards: Insert the card into the CompactFlash card slot with the front label toward the monitor (CD). When the memory card is fully inserted, the eject button will pop up (@) and the green access lamp will light briefly.
Quick Start Guide Secure Digital {SO} memory cards: Holding the card as shown, slide it into the SO card slot until it clicks into place. The green access lamp will light briefly. SO card slot Front Access lamp The Write Protect Switch SO memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of data. When this switch is in the "lock" position, photos can not be recorded or deleted and the memory card can not be formatted.
6 Turn the camera on. See page 28 of the User's Manual for information on choosing a language and setting the time and date. --- ------------------ - 7 -_. Adjust viewfinder focus. Rotate the diopter control until the viewfinder display and focus points are in sharp focus. When operating the ~ ~ ~~~;;;~~~;;:J diopter control with your eye to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye.
Quick Start Guide 8 Choose exposure mode P. Press the MODE button and MODE button rotate the main command dial to select exposure mode P (programmed auto). Main command dial 9 Choose single frame release mode. Hold the release mode dial lock release down and turn the release mode dial to S(single frame).
10 Rotate the AF-area mode selector to [[l] (singlepoint AF). This allows the focus point to be selected manually. Nlkon AF-area mode selector 11 Rotate the focus-mode selector to S(singleservo AF). The camera focuses when the sh utter-release button is pressed halfway, and focus locks while the shutterrelease button is Focus-mode selector held in this postion.
Quick Start Guide -~ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, then press it the rest of the way down to take the photograph. 12 Focus Take photograph Viewing and Deleting Photographs Press [B to view photographs. 12 Press i twice to delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor.
emory Card Slots The camera has two memory card slots, one for Type I CompactFlash memory cards (Type II cards and microdrives can not be used) and another for SO cards. This section describes how to select a card for formatting, recording, and playback when two memory cards are inserted. so card slot CompactFlash card slot Formatting Memory Cards 1 Press the F@E buttons.
Memory Card Slots 2 Select a memory card. Rotate the main command dial to choose the memory card that will be formatted. ~_~ 1 I /. __ - ~ nr - -C . DCF ) I \ ] I \ \ ,\n' J [- ,.u) / I \ \l Main command dial 3 Format the selected card. Press both FO§3 buttons again while F 0'- is blinking to format the selected memory card. Formatting Memory Cards Memory cards can also be formatted in the setup menu (060).
Primary Slot Selection Select DCF CF card slot to designate the card in the CompactFlash card slot as the primary card, OSD SO card slot to choose the SD memory card. Secondary Slot Function Choose the roles played by the primary and secondary cards. - The secondary card is used only when the primary card is full.
The Information Display Shooting information, including the focus point, shutter speed, and aperture, is displayed in the monitor when the ID button is pressed. To change settings for the items listed below, press the ID button again. Highlight items using the multi selector and press ® to view the menu for the selected item. 2 ---=::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::;:::;;:; ~==--s 1 Shooting menu bank: Choose a shooting menu bank.
6 Fn (Function) button assignment: Choose the function performed by the Fn button either by itself or in combination with the command dials (0 36). 7 AE-L/AF-L button assignment: Choose the function performed by the AE-LIAF-L button either by itself or in combination with the command dials (m 36). 8 Picture Control: Choose how photographs are processed after shooting. 9 Long exposure noise reduction: Reduce noise at slow shutter speeds. 10 Custom Settings bank: Choose a Custom Settings bank.
The Command Dials The settings that can be adjusted by pressing a button and rotating a command dial are listed below. Sub-command dial -----!.
I Adjust flash f compensation . Choose flash mode \ r j -- - - --- Select bracketing increment Activate or cancel bracketing/select number of shots in II bracketing sequence _ @} + I I I.D 0 .••••••.
The Command Dials . . * Choose an Image size L @) l -I '"jK I.U Set image quality* Fine-tune white balance *Iset color temperature *Ichoose a white balance preset * 20 Choose a white balance setting * I~ . ..
Set exposure ~::±!:±:!~ compensation 1r-"'c-h-o-o-s-e-a-n-e-x"'--o-su-""r-e-!!!!9---- (P) p :C' 5 FS.O M ,mode p Programmed auto 5 A Shutter-priority auto n Manual - -- Aperture-priority auto * Can also be adjusted from the shooting menu ( 49).
The Command Dials Once the exposure mode has been selected, the following settings can be adjusted by rotating the command dials. Choose a combination of aperture and shutter speed 5 /1 Choose a shutter speed (p*) :60 -EL - usa -~CF Ie ,) 0010 :Je ')r:d A A Choose an aperture Choose an aperture llDcF • I speed L 22 60 Ieusa) :.G)" . l' t'DA (:.Gl" (Fa) 8ii( :.G)K ):1 i' 5 0 ( F~,S II B~(+ ' , ' , ' , , -) t: Ie ,): llOII., I"'.
Release Mode Choose from the following six release modes. To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release (CD) and rotate the release mode dial (@). - Mode ··r;ffI ffi, ~ One photograph is taken each time Single frame the shutter-release button is .. . ~@''~@ pressed. ~ ~@''- ~@ C~ntinuous ~ CL J Continuous low speed .r.. - - j CH . ~ ~ffi~r;ffI~ ~ ~ ~~.'I-::::Y/) ~~~ ~~~ The camera takes photographs at a slow rate while the shutter-release button is pressed .
Using the Flash Use the built-in flash when lighting is poor or the subject is back lit. Follow the steps below to use the built-in flash. 1 Raise the flash. Press the flash pop-up button. The built-in flash will pop up and begin charging. When the flash is fully charged, the flashready indicator (~) will light. F 2 5.6 p 'so i' 001 t. Choose a flash mode. Press the ~ button and rotate the main command dial until the desired flash mode icon is displayed in the control panel. 0.0 ..
Display o (@1 U ~ ~ Mode Front-curtain sync Red-eye reduction Display - Mode (SLOwt Slow sync r--1 Rear-curtain sync ~ Red-eye reduction with slow sync ---------- - 3 Take pictures. The built-in flash has a minimum range of 0.6 m (2 ft.). If the flash is raised in continuous low speed ((l) or continuous high speed ((H) release modes, only one photograph will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
Using the Flash 4 Lower the flash. Press the flash gently downward until it clicks into place. Flash Sync Speed If 1/320 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 57), the built-in flash and optional 5B-900, 5B-800, 5B-600, and 5B-R200 flash units can be used at shutter speeds as fast as , /320 S.
Live View Follow the steps below to frame pictures in the monitor using live view. 1 Press the ~ button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. 2 Focus. The camera will focus while the AF-ON button is pressed. The view in the monitor can be magnified to check focus by pressing the
Recording and Viewing Movies Recording Movies Movies can be recorded at 24 fps in live view mode. Using an External Microphone Instead of the built-in microphone, commercially-available external microphones can be used to avoid picking up sounds produced by the lens during focusing or vibration reduction. Stereo recording is available with any microphone that has a stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter). . j 1 Press the (bY) button.
3 Start recording. Press the center of the multi selector to start recording. Both video and sound are recorded; do not cover the microphone during recording (the built-in microphone is located on the front of the camera). A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. The camera can be focused by pressing the AF-ON button. 4 Time remaining End recording. Press the center of the multi selector again to end recording.
Recording and Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a ~ icon in full-frame playback. ~icon Recording time [[QJ The following operations can be performed while a movie is displayed: To Play Pause 30 Use Description Play movie or resume playback when movie is paused or during rewind/ advance. Pause playback.
To Use While playback is in progress, speed doubles with each press; keep pressed to skip to beginning or end of movie. While playback is paused, movie rewinds or advances one frame at a time; keep pressed for continuous rewind or advance. Rewind/ advance Adjust volume l+) or A~ "" Monitor turns off. Photographs can be taken immediately. Resume shooting Exit Press
Picture Controls Quickly select the final look for your photographs by choosing a pre-existing Picture Control from the Picture Control menu, or make separate detailed adjustments to individual Picture Control settings. --~~ ? Preset Picture Controls 32 BSD Standard Standard processing for balanced results. BNL Neutral Minimal processing for natural results. ENI Vivid Pictures are enhanced for a vivid, photoprint effect. BMC Monochrome Take monochrome photographs.
The Picture Control Grid Shows contrast and saturation for the selected Picture Control. @ Thumbnail/playback zoom out button BSD Standard t--- Choose a preset variation on the selected picture control for balanced sharpening, contrast, and saturation. Adjust individual settings manually. laMe Monochrome Create the effect of monochrome photographs taken with a color filter. Choose the tint used in monochrome photographs.
Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls --~ Save/edit Edit an existing Picture Control and save it as a new, custom Picture Control. Rename Rename existing custom Picture Controls. Delete Delete custom Picture Controls. Load/save Save custom Picture Controls to the memory card, or load custom Picture Controls created with ViewNX (supplied) or optional software such as Capture NX 2.
---~ Choose an existing Picture Control. Adjust Picture Control settings. :I Manage Picture Control o Save as faC'1 Unused EJC·2 Unused EJC'3 Unused ElC-4 Unused ElC-5 Unused . ElC-6 Unused . EJC·7 Unused ~ Choose a destination for the custom Picture Control. The new Picture Control appears in the Picture Control list. Enter a name.
The Fn Button Custom Setting f5 (Assign Fn button, 59) controls the function performed by the Fn button, either by itself or in combination with the command dials.
Guides and Tips Help If a [1] icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor/ help can be displayed by pressing the o-n ([1]) button. Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings Camera settings can be restored to default values by holding the QUAL and ~ buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). Custom Settings are not affected.
Connecting a Printer The camera can be connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer and JPEG images printed directly from the camera. Follow the steps below to print selected pictures one at a time. For more information, see page 228 of User's Manual. 1 Turn the camera off. Printing Via Direct USB Connection Be sure the EN-EL3e battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-Sa or EH-S AC adapter. 2 Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable as shown.
3 Turn the camera on. A welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display. 4 Select a picture. Press'" or ~ to view additional pictures, or press -- -;[-"_ the
Connecting a Printer 5 Press ®. PictBridge printing options will be displayed. Press ~ or ~ to highlight an item and press ~ to display options for the selected item. Highlight an option and press ® to select and return to previous menu. 6 Start printing. Select Start printing and press ® to start printing. The PictBridge playback screen shown in Step 4 will be displayed when printing is complete. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press ®. \~) I I~ =- {~) ~" - \.
Copying Pictures to a Computer This section describes how to use the supplied UC-E4 USB cable to connect the camera to a computer. Before Connecting the Camera Before connecting the camera, install the software on the supplied Software Suite CD (see the Install Guide for more information).
Copying Pictures to a Computer 1 Turn the camera off. Turn the camera off and confirm that a memory card is inserted. Copying Pictures to a Computer Be sure the EN-EL3e battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-Sa or EH-S AC adapter. 2 Turn the computer on and connect the supplied UC-E4 USB cable as shown below. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard.
3 Turn the camera on. Windows Vista: If an AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Nikon Transfer to start Nikon Transfer. To skip the AutoPlay dialog in future, select Always do this for this device before clicking the "copy pictures ... " option. Windows XP: If an AutoPlay dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer Copy pictures to a folder on my computer and click OK to start Nikon Transfer.
Copying Pictures to a Computer 4 Confirm that the camera is displayed in the transfer options "Source" panel. If the camera is not listed, check that it is on and connected to the computer. 5 Click Start Transfer. D3005 . -0_ All new pictures on the camera memory card will be transferred. When transfer is complete, pictures will be displayed in ViewNX. I['"}-.
ViewNX ViewNX is used to view photographs after they have been transferred to the computer. ViewNX can also be sta rted by: · Windows: Double-clicking the ViewNX shortcut on the desktop. . Macintosh: Clicking the ViewNX icon in the Dock. Online Help To view online help, start Nikon Transfer or ViewNX and select the appropriate option from the Help menu. 6 Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
ViewNX ViewNX can be used to sort photographs, convert images to different file formats, process NEF (RAW) photographs, and modify RAW, TIFF, and JPEG images. • ~1----~2 3 1 Menu bar: Displays the menus available in each mode. 2 Toolbar: The customizable toolbar provides quick access to frequently-used tools. 3 Navigation Tab: The navigation tab contains the following palettes. • Folders: Navigate the folder tree. • Metadata: View information (including XMP/IPTC data) on selected photographs.
• Quick Adjustment: Modify images. Adjustments that can be made to NEF (RAW) images include exposure compensation, white balance, and Picture Control settings. Sharpening, contrast, brightness, color booster, and axial color aberration options are available with NEF (RAW), TIFF, and JPEG images. NEF (RAW), TIFF, and JPEG images can also be modified using D-Lighting HS to enhance contrast while preserving detail in highlights and shadows. To view online help, select Help> ViewNX Help from the menu bar.
Menu Guide [B PLAYBACK MENU - Selected Delete - Playback folder All (default) D300S All Hide image - Display mode Current Select/set Deselect all? Done Basic photo info - Focus point Detailed photo info Highlights RGB histogram Data Copy image(s) -- Select source ._- Select image(s) Select destination folder Copy images(s)? Image review -- On Off (default) leF/SO] Items marked with a [eF/SO) icon can be saved to the memory card .
The Menu Guide lists the options in the top two levels of the menus.
Menu Guide -- - -:----;::'--/i;~___::_;;: ICF/SDJ NEF (RAW)+JPEG fine Image quality 8+~ ,.., ,. ( - - -NEF (RAW)+JPEG normal - -NEF (RAW)+JPEG basic NEF (RAW) 20) ~ - - ~ TIFF (RGB) JPEG fine -- - -- JPEG normal - (default) JPEG basic ICF/SDI Large Image size ~, 8+Ri.
Set Picture Control [CF/sol Standard (default) Neutral Vivid Monochrome Manage Picture Control Save/edit Rename* Delete* - Load/save Color space [CF/sol sRGB .. Adobe RGB Active D-Lighting - -- (default) - (eF/SO] Auto . - Extra high --- -- -- - --- ._- -- High Normal Low - Long expo NR High ISO NR .. Off (default) (eF/sol On Off (default) - (eF/SO] High --- ----- - (default) Normal - Low . Off ISO sensitivity settings ISO sensitivity [=CF/=SOI .
Menu Guide ICF/SO] Hand-held Live view mode ( ----- --- --- --- ------ .... -_... - .... - ._ ... _---------Tripod 27) Multiple exposure -----_ ... -- .... -... (default) Done Number of shots Auto gain Movie settings [CF/sol Quality ---""----------- .... - ---- --- ..... - -_ ... - ... - _.... - .... _... ------ ... _-----_ ... -Microphone ....... ---- ... ------- --- ... ------- --- -- --- ... ---- ... --.- .... _-------- --.--_ ... _Destination ... ~-- ....
leF/SO] a Autofocus a1 AF-C priority selection (default) Release ----- --------- - --Release + focus Focus a2 AF-S priority selection Release Focus a3 Dynamic AF area* 9 points - -- -- - -- - -- - 21 points 51 points - ---- - 51 points (3D-tracking) - a4 Focus tracking with lock-on - ------ -- - - Long -- .
Menu Guide -a Autofocus - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -(CF/SD] -------- AF-ON a10 AF-ON for MB-D10 (default) AE/AF lock AE lock only - - ~ - AE lock (Reset on release) AE lock (Hold) AF lock only - - Same as Fn button b Metering/exposure b1 ISO sensitivity step (CF/SD] ----------------_._- value 1/3 step (default) 1/2 step 1 step b2 EV steps for exposure cntrl.
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Menu Guide ICFfSDJ d Shooting/display d2 Viewfinder grid display On Off (default) On (default) d3 Viewfinder warning display Off d4 Screen tips On (default) Off dS CL mode shooting speed 7 fps - -- - -_... ----------- ... --- ----.... ---- - ---6 fps --- -_.... ----- ----------------- ------ - ... --- ._------------ .. 5 fps ---- ------- ---------------- - -- --- ........ - - ------------------4fps ---- --------- ... ------------. -------------- ------ ----- -- ----3 fps (default) ...
d Shooting/display d11 MB-D10 battery type [eF/SOJ LR6 (AA alkaline) (default) HR6 (AA Ni-MH) --- ~ ---- FR6 (AA lithium) ZR6 (AA Ni-Mn) d 12 Battery order - - - - - - - -(default) Use MB-D1 0 batteries first Use camera battery first e Bracketing/flash e1 Flash sync speed (eF/SO] 1/320 s (Auto FP) ~ -------~-- .... .... 1/250 s (Auto FP) 1/250 s .... - ---------- 1/200 s --- ....
Menu Guide ICF/SD] e Bracketing/flash e2 Flash shutter speed 1/60 s - -_. - ... -- --------_ .. --- ..-1/30 s (default) 1/15 s 1/8 s ------ - 1/4 s -- ---------------- 1/2 s 1s 2s 4s 8s 15 s -------- 30 s e3 Flash cntrl for built-in flash -------------- TIL (default) Manual Repeating flash ------------ ... ... -Commander mode e3 Optional f1ash* --------------- .. ------------ TIL (default) Manual Repeating flash --- ... ... --- ...
e Bracketing/flash (eF/SO] e5 Auto bracketing set AE & flash ------ ------. - - (default) ... - ... -- ... --- -- - -- ... ------ -_...... ... ... AE only Flash only - --- ... ----- WB bracketing - -... --ADL bracketing e6 Auto bracketing (Mode M) -- Flash/speed -- -- ----._------ -- - - - ... ----------Flash/speed/aperture -~ -- - ------ -(default) -- - ... Flash/a pertu re ----- -------------- --- ...
Menu Guide f Controls f6 reF/50] Assign preview button Preview button press - - -- Preview+command dials f7 f8 Assign AE-L/AF-L button AE-L/AF-L button press --- -- AE-L/AF-L+command dials Customize command dials Reverse rotation Change main/sub Aperture setting - --- - Menus and playback f9 Release button to use dial f1 0 No memory card? Yes No Release locked Enable release fll Reverse indicators • • • 0 • • • ....1.. 411111111111111.
HOMI [eF/SO] Auto (default) 480p (progressive) -- - - - --- - - --- 576p (progressive) -- -- -- -- - -- -- --~ ---- --- 720p (progressive) 1080i (interlaced) -==-----~;-:---;~~-::::----------------- Time zone and date leF/SO] Time zone Date and time - - - - - Date format -- ... -- - -- - --- --- --- -- Daylight saving time Language leF/sol Dansk Deutsch English Espanol Suomi Fran<;ais Italiano Nederlands Norsk Polski Portugues _ ------_.
Menu Guide Image comment [CF/SD) Done Input comment Attach comment --------------Auto image rotation - On [CF/SD) Off Image Dust Off ref photo _Om -----~--- (default) - Start Clean sensor and then start Battery info Wireless transmitter Mode Transfer settings - ------- - - - ~- Print Device info Device settings Image authentication [eF/SD) Copyright information On 'Off- ,- U _. (default) • Done [CF/SD] . ---~. .
Non-CPU lens data [CF/SO) Done --- ---- --- ~- - -. .. ...... - .. --- ... __ .. -- --- Lens number Focal length (mm) - - - -- Maximum aperture AF fine tune AF fine tune (On/Off) - - --- - --- Saved value Default List saved values Eye-Fi upload* Enable (default) ------------- --- ------- ------------------------- --------Disable Firmware version * Only available when compatible Eye-Fi memory card is inserted.
Menu Guide Resize Select image ... ... - ...... -- -- -------- ---------_ ...Choose destination ----_... --- ---- ... - Choose size Edit movie Choose start point ... --- ---~- - - ------ ... --- -- --- - - - - _ ... --- Choose end point Side-by-side comparison* - * Available only if the @ button is pressed to display the retouch menu during full-frame playback.
5 The Software Suite CD The supplied Software Suite CD contains Nikon Transfer, ViewNX, and related software. Nikon Transfer is used to copy (transfer) pictures from the camera to the computer and to perform such other transfer-related functions as making backups and embedding information in pictures as they are transferred.
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M90051T AC cord requirements (for MH-18a) • • • • • Rating: 125V. 2A min. Cord length: min. 1,8m (6 max. 2.4m (8 Type: UL LISTED SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18AWGx2. AC cord inlet: Specified EN60320 or equivalent. Employ a plug in shape and ratings matched with AC outlet to be used. 1 1 ), Plug configuration ). Usage North American (NEMA1..15P) UL LISTED . AC cord Nominal voltage & current rating , 120V 60Hz, t 2A min..
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