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Where to Find It Find what you’re looking for from: i The Table of Contents ➜ 0 vi–x ➜ 0 ii–v Find items by function or menu name. i The Q&A Index Know what you want to do but don’t know the function name? Find it from the “question and answer” index. i The Index ➜ 0 194–196 ➜ 0 183–185 Search by key word. i Error Messages If a warning is displayed in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution here.
Q&A Index 0 Table of Contents 0 vi X Introduction 0 s Basic Photography and Playback 0 25 ! Guide Mode 0 35 z More on Photography (All Modes) 0 41 t P, S, A, and M Modes 0 67 I More on Playback 0 91 Q Connections 0 105 o The Playback Menu 0 117 i The Shooting Menu 0 119 g The Setup Menu 0 124 u The Retouch Menu 0 140 w Recent Settings 0 155 n Technical Notes 0 157 ii 1 i
Q&A Index Find what you’re looking for using this “question and answer” index.
❚❚ Taking Photographs Question Key phrase 0 Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots? Auto modes 25–29 How do I use the GUIDE position on the mode dial? Guide mode 35–40 How do I quickly adjust settings for different scenes? Scene modes 30–31 Image quality and size 50–52 Focus mode 41–43 Can I choose the focus point? Focus point 46 Can I change the composition without refocusing? 3D-tracking 45 How do I take pictures for printing at large sizes? How can I get more pictures on th
❚❚ Viewing, Retouching, and Printing Photographs Key phrase 0 Playback 32, 91 How do I delete unwanted photos? Deleting photos 33, 101–103 Can I zoom in on photos during playback? Playback zoom 99 Protect 100 Question How do I view photographs on the camera? Can I protect photos from accidental deletion? Can I view photos in an automatic slide show? Can I view photos on a TV? How do I copy photos to a computer? How do I print photos? Can I print the date of recording on my photos? How do I orde
❚❚ Menus and Settings Question How do I use the menus? How do I get help for a menu or message? How do I adjust settings? How do I restore default settings? How do I set the camera clock? How do I keep the file number from being reset when I insert a new memory card? Key phrase 0 Using the menus 11–13 Help 11 Error messages 183 The information display 6, 7 The command dial 8–10 Menus 117–155 Reset shooting options 119 Reset setup options 125 Time zone and date 18, 127 File number sequ
Table of Contents Q&A Index .................................................................................................................................... ii For Your Safety .......................................................................................................................... xi Notices........................................................................................................................................ xiii Introduction 1 Overview...............................
Guide Mode 35 The Guide Menu.......................................................................................................................35 Shoot: Taking Pictures in Guide Mode...............................................................................................37 View/Delete: Viewing and Deleting Pictures in Guide Mode .............................................................39 Set up: Changing Camera Settings in Guide Mode ..........................................................
Picture Controls........................................................................................................................87 Selecting a Picture Control.................................................................................................. 87 Modifying Picture Controls ................................................................................................. 88 More on Playback 91 Full-Frame Playback..........................................................................
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup .......................................................................................... 124 Reset Setup Options....................................................................................................... 125 LCD Brightness ................................................................................................................. 125 Info Display Format ........................................................................................................
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)................................................................................. 162 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)..................................................................162 Other Accessories................................................................................................................. 166 Approved Memory Cards ..................................................................................................
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: icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all warnings before using A This this Nikon product.
A Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment. • Do not short or disassemble the battery. • Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. • Do not attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards.
Notices • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages • No part of the manuals included with this resulting from the use of this product. product may be reproduced, transmitted, • While every effort has been made to ensure transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate any means, without Nikon’s prior written it were you to bring any errors or omissions permission.
Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notice for Customers in Europe CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately.
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. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.
A 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.
XIntroduction Overview Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the product. X ❚❚ Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: D This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera.
Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body 11 X 20 1 2 3 4 5 21 12 6 7 13 8 22 14 23 9 15 24 16 10 17 18 19 Mode dial ...................................4 Focal plane mark (E) .......... 49 R (information) button.........6 E (exposure compensation) button...................................
The Camera Body (Continued) 2 1 9 10 11 3 12 13 4 14 5 15 6 X 16 17 7 18 19 8 1 Viewfinder eyepiece..............23 7 X (playback zoom in) button................................... 99 2 DK-20 rubber eyecup P (information edit) 3 Monitor button......................................7 Viewing settings ...................6 Viewing pictures.................32 8 Tripod socket Full-frame playback ...........91 9 Diopter adjustment control .................................. 23 4 K (playback) button .
The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following modes: ❚❚ P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings. P—Programmed auto (0 68): Camera chooses shutter speed and aperture, user controls other settings. X ❚❚ GUIDE Mode g (0 35): Take and view pictures and adjust settings with the help of an on-screen guide.
The Viewfinder 1 5 6 7 2 3 4 8 9 14 10 15 11 12 13 16 18 X 19 17 1 Framing grid (displayed when 10 Battery indicator ................... 25 On is selected for 11 Number of exposures Viewfinder options > remaining ........................... 26 Viewfinder grid in the Number of shots remaining setup menu) ..................... 132 before memory buffer 2 Reference circle for centerfills ......................................... 54 weighted metering ............
The Information Display Shooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, and the number of exposures remaining, is displayed in the monitor when the R button is pressed. R button X Camera rotated 90° to shoot in tall (portrait) orientation Camera in normal orientation 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 1 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 1 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 3 2 7 6 12 13 9 10 22 21 20 11 16 15 14 8 19 18 1 Shooting mode i auto/ j auto (flash off) ..............
❚❚ Changing Settings in the Information Display To change settings for the items listed in the information display, press the P button. Highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. Some items can also be adjusted using the command dial and camera buttons (0 8). P button A The Shutter-Speed and Aperture Displays These displays provide visual indications of shutter speed and aperture. Fast shutter speed, large aperture (small f-number).
The Command Dial The command dial can be used with other controls to adjust a variety of settings when shooting information is displayed in the monitor. M button: flash mode and flash compensation E button: aperture, exposure compensation, and flash compensation X Fn (E) button: release mode, image quality and size, ISO sensitivity, white balance, Active D-Lighting, or framing grid display Mode dial Command dial Choose a combination of aperture and shutter speed (mode P; 0 68).
Set exposure compensation (mode P, S, or A; 0 76). + E button Mode P, S, or A Command dial Information display Choose a flash mode (0 59). X + M button Command dial Information display Adjust flash compensation (mode P, S, A, or M; 0 78).
The role of the Fn (E) button can be selected using the Buttons > E/Fn button option in the setup menu (0 134), allowing the following settings to be adjusted by pressing the Fn (E) button and rotating the command dial: + Fn (E) button Release mode (0 53) White balance (0 80) Image quality and size (0 50) Active D-Lighting (0 64) ISO sensitivity (0 62) Set framing grid (0 132) Command dial X Viewfinder The Power Switch Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera on.
Camera Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 117) • C: Shooting (0 119) • B: Setup (0 124) X • • N: Retouch (0 140) m: Recent settings (0 155) Slider shows position in current menu. Current settings are shown by icons. Menu options Options in current menu.
Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus. Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item Cancel and return to previous menu X Select highlighted item or display sub-menu Move cursor down Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus. Press the G button to display the menus. G button 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a menu.
4 Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. 5 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 X Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. 8 Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the G button.
First Steps Charge the Battery The camera is powered by an EN-EL9a rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-23 quick charger before use. About one hour and forty minutes are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains. X 1 Plug the charger in. Insert the AC adapter plug into the battery charger and plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. Remove the terminal cover. Remove the terminal cover from the battery. 7.
Insert the Battery 1 Turn the camera off. Power switch A Inserting and Removing Batteries Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries. 2 X Open the battery-chamber cover. Unlatch (q) and open (w) the battery-chamber cover. w q 3 Insert the battery. Insert the battery as shown at right. 4 Close the battery-chamber cover. D The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xi–xii and 174–175 of this manual.
Attach a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR. Focal length index X Focal length scale Mounting index Lens cap CPU contacts (0 158) Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 48, 191) Zoom ring 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. 3 Attach the lens.
❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. ❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR) AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.
Basic Setup A language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date. Photographs can not be taken until you have set the time and date. 1 Turn the camera on. A language-selection dialog will be displayed. X 2 Select a language. Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired language and press J. 3 Choose a time zone. A time-zone selection dialog will be displayed.
6 Set the date and time. The dialog shown at right will be displayed. Press 4 or 2 to select an item, 1 or 3 to change. Press J to set the clock and exit to shooting mode. A The Setup Menu Language and date/time settings can be changed at any time using the Language (0 127) and Time zone and date (0 127) options in the setup menu.
Insert a Memory Card The camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately). 1 Turn the camera off. Power switch A Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory cards. X 2 Open the card slot cover. Slide the card slot cover out (q) and open the card slot (w). 3 Insert the memory card. 4.0GB Holding the memory card as shown at right, slide it in until it clicks into place.
Format the Memory Card Memory cards must be formatted before first use or after being formatted in other devices. Format the card as described below. D 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 (0 105). 1 Turn the camera on. 2 Display format options. Power switch X Press the G button to display the menus.
D X 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. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
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 framing pictures in the viewfinder. 1 Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. Power switch X 2 Focus the viewfinder. Slide the diopter adjustment control up and down until the viewfinder display and focus point are in sharp focus.
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sBasic Photography and Playback “Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes) This section describes how to take photographs in i (auto) mode, an automatic “point-and-shoot” mode in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions, and in which the flash will fire automatically if the subject is poorly lit. To take photographs with the flash off while leaving the camera in control of other settings, rotate the mode dial to j to select auto (flash off) mode.
3 Check the number of exposures remaining. The information display and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be stored on the memory card. Check the number of exposures remaining. If there is not enough memory to store additional photographs at current settings, a warning will be displayed. No further pictures can be taken until the memory card has been replaced (0 20) or photographs have been deleted (0 33, 101).
Step 2: Select i or j Mode To shoot where use of a flash is prohibited, Mode dial photograph infants, or capture natural lighting under low light conditions, rotate the mode dial to j. Otherwise, rotate the mode dial to i. j mode s i mode Step 3: Frame the Photograph 1 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.
A Using a Zoom Lens Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photograph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale index to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out). Zoom in Zoom ring Zoom out s Step 4: Focus 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. The camera will select the focus points automatically.
Step 5: Shoot Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. The access lamp next to the memory card slot cover will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds (the photo will automatically clear from the display when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway). Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.
Creative Photography (Scene Modes) The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a picture, and shooting as described on pages 25–29.
p Child n Close Up Use for snapshots of children. Clothing and background details are vividly rendered, while skin tones remain soft and natural. Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close ranges). Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur. m Sports o Night Portrait Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.
Basic Playback At default settings, photographs are automatically displayed for about 4 s after shooting. If no photograph is displayed in the monitor, the most recent picture can be viewed by pressing the K button. 1 Press the K button. A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. s K button 2 View additional pictures. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2 or rotating the command dial. To view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 and 3 (0 92). 1/ 12 –1.
Deleting Unwanted Photographs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O button. Note that photographs can not be recovered once deleted. 1 Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on the preceding page. 2 s Delete the photograph. Press the O button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press the O button again to delete the image and return to playback (to exit without deleting the picture, press K).
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!Guide Mode The Guide Menu The guide menu gives access to a variety of frequently-used and useful functions. The top level of the guide menu is displayed when the mode dial is rotated to g. Choose from the following menus: Shoot Take pictures. View/delete Set up View and/or delete pictures. Change camera settings. ! Battery indicator (0 25) Shooting mode: A guide mode indicator appears on the shooting mode icon.
The following operations can be performed while the guide menu is displayed: To Use Description Press 1 or 3 to highlight options in the guide menu. Press 1, 3, 4, or 2 to highlight options in displays like that shown at right. Highlight options Select highlighted option J ! Press J to select the highlighted option. Press 4 to return to the previous display. To cancel and return to the previous display from displays like that shown at right, highlight & and press J.
Shoot: Taking Pictures in Guide Mode Select Shoot to take pictures using settings that suit the scene.
To select a scene (Easy operation > Auto in this example): Press 2 Highlight an option Highlight a scene Press 2 ! Press J to view camera settings in the information display (0 6) Highlight Start shooting (to adjust the settings listed below, select More settings) ❚❚ More Settings Select More settings to adjust the following: Flash mode 1 Picture Control 2 Release mode Exposure compensation 2 AF-area mode Flash compensation 2 1 Modes available vary with shooting option selected in guide mode.
View/Delete: Viewing and Deleting Pictures in Guide Mode Select View/delete to view and delete pictures.
Set up: Changing Camera Settings in Guide Mode Select Set up to format memory cards or adjust camera settings.
zMore on Photography (All Modes) Focus Focus can be adjusted automatically or manually (see “Focus Mode,” below). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 46) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (0 46). Focus Mode Choose from automatic and manual focus modes. 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button.
3 Choose a focus mode. Highlight one of the following options and press J. Note that AF-S and AF-C are available only in modes P, S, A, and M. Option Auto-servo AF-A AF Description Camera automatically selects single-servo autofocus if subject is stationary, continuous-servo autofocus if subject is moving. For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter-release button Single-servo AF-S is pressed halfway. Shutter can only be released if camera is able AF to focus. For moving subjects.
D The AF-Assist Illuminator If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator will light AF-assist illuminator automatically to assist the autofocus operation when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. The AF-assist illuminator will not light: • During continuous-servo autofocus or manual focus • In shooting modes in which the AF-assist illuminator can not be used (0 176) • If Off has been selected for the AF-assist option in the shooting menu (0 122) The illuminator has a range of about 0.
AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus point for autofocus is selected. 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display. R button 2 z 44 Information display P button Display AF-area mode options. Highlight the current AF-area mode in the information display and press J.
3 Choose an AF-area mode. Highlight one of the following options and press J. f 3D-tracking (11 points) is not available when AF-S is selected for focus mode. Option c d e f Description User selects focus point using multi selector (0 46); camera focuses Single point on subject in selected focus point only. Use with stationary subjects.
Focus Point Selection In manual focus mode or when autofocus is combined with AF-area modes other than e Auto-area, you can choose from 11 focus points, making it possible to compose photographs with the main subject almost anywhere in the frame. 1 Choose an AF-area mode other than e Auto-area (0 44). 2 Select the focus point. Use the multi selector to select the focus point in the viewfinder or information display. Press J to select the center focus point.
2 Lock focus. AF-A and AF-C focus modes: With the shutter-release button pressed halfway (q), press the AE-L/AF-L button (w) to lock both focus and exposure (an AE-L icon will be displayed in the viewfinder). Focus will remain locked while the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed, even if you later remove your finger from the shutter-release button.
Manual Focus Manual focus can be used when you are not using an AF-S or AF-I lens or when autofocus does not produce the desired results (0 42). 1 Set the lens focus-mode switch. If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M switch, slide the switch to M. 2 z A-M switch M/A-M switch Focus. To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus. Photographs can be taken at any time, even when the image is not in focus.
❚❚ The Electronic Rangefinder 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 11 focus points). After positioning the subject in the selected focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens focus ring until the in-focus indicator (I) is displayed.
Image Quality and Size Together, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quality images can be printed at larger sizes but also require more memory, meaning that fewer such images can be stored on the memory card (0 177). Image Quality Choose a file format and compression ratio (image quality). 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button.
Option File type Description NEF (RAW) + NEF/ Two images are recorded: one NEF (RAW) image and one basicJPEG basic JPEG quality JPEG image. A NEF (RAW) Images Note that the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG images. Date imprint (0 136) is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG.
Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display. R button 2 Information display P button Display image size options. Highlight the current image size in the information display and press J. z 3 Choose an image size. Highlight one of the following options and press J.
Release Mode Release mode determines how the camera takes photographs: one at a time, in a continuous sequence, or with a timed shutter-release delay or remote control. 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display. R button 2 Information display P button Display release mode options. Highlight the current release mode in the information display and press J.
A The Memory Buffer The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to the memory card. Up to 100 photographs can be taken in succession; 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. Depending on the number of the images in the buffer, recording may take from a few seconds to a few minutes.
Self-Timer and Remote Modes The self-timer and optional ML-L3 wireless remote control (0 167) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. 1 Mount the camera on a tripod. Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. 2 Select a release mode (0 53). Select self-timer (E), delayed remote ("), or quick-response remote mode (#). 3 Frame the photograph.
4 Take the photograph. Self-timer mode: Press the shutterrelease button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down to start the self-timer. The self-timer lamp 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 ten seconds after the timer starts.
D Before Using the Remote Control Before using the remote control for the first time, remove the clear plastic battery insulator sheet. D Using the Built-in Flash Before taking a photograph with the flash in P, S, A, or M modes, press the M button to raise the flash and wait for the M indicator to be displayed in the viewfinder (0 58). Shooting will be interrupted if the flash is raised after the self-timer or delayed remote timer has started.
Using the Built-in Flash The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit subjects. ❚❚ Using the Built-in Flash: i, k, p, n, and o Modes 1 Choose a flash mode (0 59). 2 Take pictures. The flash will pop up as required when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and fire when a photograph is taken. ❚❚ Using the Built-in Flash: P, S, A, and M Modes z 1 Raise the flash. Press the M button to raise the flash. 2 Choose a flash mode (0 59). 3 Take pictures.
Flash Mode To choose a flash mode: 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display. R button 2 Information display P button Display flash mode options. Highlight the current flash mode in the information display and press J. 3 z Choose a flash mode. Highlight a mode and press J.
The flash modes listed on the previous page may combine one or more of the following settings, as shown by the flash mode icon: • AUTO (auto flash): When lighting is poor or subject is back lit, flash pops up automatically when shutter-release button is pressed halfway and fires as required. • Y (red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. Red-eye reduction lamp lights before flash fires, reducing “red-eye.” • j (off): Flash does not fire even when lighting is poor or subject is back-lit.
A Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. 100 1.4 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 16 Aperture at ISO equivalent of 200 400 800 2 2.8 4 2.8 4 5.6 4 5.6 8 5.6 8 11 8 11 16 11 16 22 16 22 32 22 32 — 1600 5.6 8 11 16 22 32 — — Approximate range m ft. 1.0–8.5 3ft. 3in.–27ft. 11n. 0.7–6.0 2ft. 4in.–19ft. 8in. 0.6–4.2 2ft.–13ft. 9in. 0.6–3.0 2ft.–9ft. 10in. 0.6–2.1 2ft.–6ft. 11in. 0.6–1.5 2ft.–4ft. 11in. 0.6–1.1 2ft.–3ft. 7in. 0.6–0.7 2ft.–2ft. 4in.
ISO Sensitivity “ISO 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. 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display. R button z 2 Information display P button Display ISO sensitivity options.
A AUTO If the mode dial is rotated to P, S, A, or M after AUTO is selected for ISO sensitivity in another mode, the ISO sensitivity last selected in P, S, A, or M mode will be restored. A Hi 1 Pictures taken at this setting are more likely to be subject to noise and color distortion. A The Shooting Menu ISO sensitivity can also be adjusted using the ISO sensitivity settings option in the shooting menu (0 120).
Active D-Lighting If On is selected, the camera automatically adjusts Active D-Lighting during shooting to preserve 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. It is most effective when used with L Matrix metering (0 74).
D Active D-Lighting Noise (graininess, banding, and mottling) may appear in photographs taken with Active D-Lighting at high ISO sensitivities. More time is required to record images when Active D-Lighting is on. D “Active D-Lighting” Versus “D-Lighting” The Active D-Lighting option in the shooting menu adjusts exposure before shooting to optimize the dynamic range, while the D-Lighting option in the retouch menu (0 142) optimizes dynamic range in images after shooting.
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tP, S, A, and M Modes Shutter Speed and Aperture P, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode Description Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Programmed auto Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which (0 68) there is little time to adjust camera settings. Shutter-priority auto User chooses shutter speed; camera selects aperture for best (0 69) results. Use to freeze or blur motion.
Mode P (Programmed Auto) In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for 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 Rotate the mode dial to P. 2 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.
Mode S (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. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion. Fast shutter speed (1/1,600 s) Slow shutter speed (1 s) To take photographs in shutter-priority auto: 1 Rotate the mode dial to S. Mode dial t 2 Choose a shutter speed.
Mode A (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. Large apertures (low f-numbers) reduce depth of field, blurring objects behind and in front of the main subject. Small apertures (high f-numbers) increase depth of field, bringing out details in the background and foreground.
Mode M (Manual) In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in manual exposure mode: 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. 2 Choose aperture and shutter speed. Mode dial Checking the exposure indicator (see below), adjust shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speed is selected by rotating the command dial: choose from values between 30 s and 1/4,000 s or select “bulb” to hold the shutter open indefinitely for a long time-exposure (0 72).
❚❚ Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only) Shutter speeds of “bulb” and “time“ can be used for long time-exposure photographs of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. To prevent blurring caused by camera shake, use a tripod and an optional remote control (0 167). Length of exposure: 35 s Aperture: f/25 Shutter speed Bulb Time 1 Description Shutter remains open while shutter-release button is held down. Tripod is recommended to prevent blur.
4 Open the shutter. Bulb: After focusing, press the shutter-release button all the way down. Keep the shutter-release button pressed until the exposure is complete. Time: Press the shutter-release button on the remote control all the way down. The shutter will open immediately (quick-response remote) or two seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed (delayed remote) and remain open until the button is pressed a second time. 5 Close the shutter.
Exposure Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatically). 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display. R button t 2 Information display P button Display metering options. Highlight the current metering method in the information display and press J.
Autoexposure Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after metering exposure: 1 Select M Center-weighted or N Spot metering (0 74). L Matrix metering will not produce the desired results. 2 Lock exposure. Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway. With the shutterrelease button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the AE-L/AF-L button to lock focus and exposure.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (0 74). 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display. R button 2 Information display P button Display exposure compensation options.
A The E Button Exposure compensation can also be set by pressing the E button and rotating the command dial. The selected value is shown in the viewfinder and information display. E button Command dial –0.3 EV +2 EV A Mode M In mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change. A Using a Flash When a flash is used, exposure compensation affects both background exposure and flash level.
Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections. 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display.
A The Y (M) and E Buttons Flash compensation can also be set by rotating the command dial while pressing the Y (M) and E buttons. The selected value is shown in the viewfinder and information display. Y (M) button –0.3 EV E button Command dial +1 EV A Optional Flash Units Flash compensation is also available with optional SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, or SB-R200 flash units. The SB-900, SB-800, and SB-600 also allow flash compensation to be set using the controls on the flash unit.
White Balance White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources; in P, S, A, and M modes, other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source: 1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display.
A The Shooting Menu White balance can be selected using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 119), which also can be used to fine-tune white balance (0 82) or measure a value for preset white balance (0 83). The I Fluorescent option in the White balance menu can be used to select the light source from the bulb types shown at right. A Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions.
Fine-Tuning White Balance White balance can be “fine tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. White balance is fine tuned using the White balance option in the shooting menu. 1 Display white balance options. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press 2 to display white balance options. G button 2 Select a white balance option.
Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. Two methods are available for setting preset white balance: Method Description Neutral gray or white object is placed under lighting that will be used in final photo Measure and white balance measured by camera (see below). Use photo White balance is copied from photo on memory card (0 86).
When the camera is ready to measure white balance, a flashing D (L) will appear in the viewfinder and information display. 5 Measure white balance. Before the indicators stop flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter-release button all the way down. No photograph will be recorded; white balance can be measured accurately even when the camera is not in focus. 6 t Check the results.
D Measuring Preset White Balance If no operations are performed while the displays are flashing, direct measurement mode will end when the exposure meters turn off. The auto meter-off delay can be changed using the Auto off timers option in the setup menu (0 130). The default setting is eight seconds. D Preset White Balance The camera can store only one value for preset white balance at a time; the existing value will be replaced when a new value is measured.
❚❚ Copying White Balance from a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from a photograph on the memory card. 1 Select Preset manual. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press 2 to display white balance options. Highlight Preset manual and press 2. G button 2 Select Use photo. Highlight Use photo and press 2. t 3 Choose Select image.
Picture Controls Nikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, saturation, and hue, among compatible devices and software. Selecting a Picture Control The camera offers six Picture Controls. In P, S, A, and M modes, you can choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene (in other modes, the camera selects a Picture Control automatically). 1 Display Picture Controls. To display the menus, press the G button.
Modifying Picture Controls Picture Controls can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Display the Picture Control menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Set Picture Control in the shooting menu and press 2. G button 2 Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control and press 2. t 3 Adjust settings.
❚❚ Picture Control Settings Option Manual adjustments (all Picture Controls) 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). Quick adjust For example, choosing positive values for Vivid makes pictures more vivid. Not available with Neutral or Monochrome Picture Controls. Control the sharpness of outlines.
A The Picture Control Grid Pressing the X button in Step 3 displays a Picture Control grid showing the contrast and saturation for the selected Picture Control in relation to the other Picture Controls (only contrast is displayed when Monochrome is selected). Release the X button to return to the Picture Control menu. The icons for Picture Controls that use auto contrast and saturation are displayed in green in the Picture Control grid, and lines appear parallel to the axes of the grid.
IMore on Playback Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. K button To Use Press 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs in reverse order. View additional photographs Press 1 or 3 to view information about current photograph (0 92).
Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press 1 or 3 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 (0 118). 1/ 12 1/ 12 NIKON D3000 NOI SE REDUC. : H I I SO, NORM ACT . D–L I GHT. : AUTO : RETOUCH –1. 3 1/ 250 F11 +1. 0 100 COMMENT 35mm : SPRI NG HAS COME. SP RI NG HAS COME.
❚❚ RGB Histogram * 1 Protect status............................................... 100 2 Retouch indicator....................................... 141 3 White balance.................................................80 White balance fine-tuning......................82 5 Preset manual..............................................83 4 Camera name 6 5 Histogram (RGB channel). In all 7 histograms, horizontal axis gives pixel 1 brightness, vertical axis number of 2 8 pixels.
❚❚ Highlights * 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 3 H i g h l i g ht s N I KON D3000 Protect status ...............................................100 Retouch indicator .......................................141 Image highlights Camera name Frame number/total number of images 1/12 4 5 * Displayed only if Highlights is selected for Display mode (0 118). Blinking areas indicate highlights. ❚❚ Shooting Data Page 1 1 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 I 2 MTR, SPD, AP. EXP.
❚❚ Shooting Data Page 2 1 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 WHI TE BALANCE COLOR SPACE PI CTURE CTRL QUI CK ADJUST SHARPEN ING CONTRAST BRI GHTNESS SATURAT ION HUE : AUTO, A6, M1 : s RGB : STANDARD :0 :3 : ACT. D-L I GHT. : ACT. D-L I GHT. :0 :0 N I KON D3000 12 1/12 13 4 Color space................................................... 121 5 Picture Control ...............................................87 6 Quick adjust 2 ..................................................89 Original Picture Control 3 .......
❚❚ Overview Data 1 2 15 14 13 12 11 10 1 2 3 4 3 NIKON D3000 1/ 12 4 5 –1. 3 1/ 250 F11 +1. 0 100 100D3000 DSC_0001. JPG 15/04/2009 10 : 02 : 27 35mm 6 7 8 9 NOR ORMAL AL 3872x2592 Frame number/total number of images Protect status ...............................................100 Camera name Retouch indicator.......................................141 5 Histogram showing the distribution of tones in the image (0 93). 6 ISO sensitivity * ...............................................
Thumbnail Playback To display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images, press the W button. W W X X Full-frame playback To Display more images Display fewer images X X Calendar playback Use Description W Press W button to increase the number of images displayed. X Press X button to reduce the number of images displayed. When four images are displayed, press to view highlighted image full frame.
Calendar Playback To view images taken on a selected date, press the W button when 72 images are displayed. W W Full-frame playback W W Calendar playback Thumbnail playback Press the W button to toggle between the date list and the list of thumbnails for the selected date. Use the multi selector to highlight dates in the date list or to highlight pictures in the thumbnail list.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press the X button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highlighted in thumbnail or calendar playback. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: To Use Zoom in or out X/W View other areas of image Description Press X to zoom in to maximum of approximately 25× (large images), 19 × (medium images) or 13× (small images). Press W to zoom out.
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the L button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the O button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 21). To protect a photograph: 1 Select an image.
Deleting Photographs To delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or the photograph highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O button. To delete multiple selected photographs, all photographs taken on a selected date, or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs can not be recovered. Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback Press the O 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 Q Selected Delete selected pictures. n Select date Delete all pictures taken on a selected date. R All Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback (0 117). ❚❚ Selected: Deleting Selected Photographs 1 Select Delete. To display the menus, press the G button.
❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Taken on a Selected Date 1 Choose Select Date. In the delete menu, highlight Select date and press 2. 2 Highlight a date. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a date. To view the pictures taken on the highlighted date, press W. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures, or press X to view the current picture full screen. Press W to return to the date list. W button 3 Select the highlighted date. Press 2 to select all pictures taken on the highlighted date.
Slide Shows The Slide show option in the playback menu is used to display a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 117). 1 Select Slide show. To display the slide show menu, press the G button and select Slide show in the playback menu. G button 2 Select Start. To start the slide show, highlight Start in the slide show menu and press J.
QConnections 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 Before connecting the camera, install the software on the supplied Software Suite CD. To ensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera EN-EL9a battery is fully charged. If in doubt, charge the battery before use or use an EH-5a AC adapter and EP-5 power connector (available separately).
Connecting the Camera Connect the camera using the supplied 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. D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard. Q 4 Turn the camera on. 5 Transfer photographs.
Printing Photographs To print selected JPEG pictures on a PictBridge printer via a direct USB connection, follow the steps below.
3 Turn the camera on. A welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display. q w Printing Pictures One at a Time 1 Select a picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures, or press 1 or 3 to view photo information (0 92). Press the X button to zoom in on the current frame (0 99; press K to exit zoom). To view six pictures at a time, press the W button. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or press X to display the highlighted picture full frame.
Option Description This option is available only if supported by current printer. Menu shown at right will be displayed. Press 1 or 3 to choose print style from Printer default (print Border using current printer settings), Print with border (print photo with white border), or No border, then press J to select and return to previous menu. Only options supported by current printer will be displayed. Menu shown at right will be displayed.
Printing Multiple Pictures 1 Display the PictBridge menu. Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display (see Step 3 on page 108). G button 2 Choose an option. Highlight one of the following options and press 2. • Print select: Select pictures for printing. • Select date: Print one copy of all the pictures taken on a selected date. • Print (DPOF): Print an existing print order created with the Print set (DPOF) option in the playback menu (0 114).
3 Select pictures or choose a date. If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card. To display the current picture full screen, press and hold the X button. To select the current picture for printing, press the W button and press 1. The picture will be marked with a Z icon and the number of prints will be set to 1.
4 Display printing options. Press J to display PictBridge printing options. 5 Adjust printing options. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select. Option Page size Border Time stamp Q 6 Description Menu of page sizes will be displayed (0 108; options not supported by current printer are not listed). Press 1 or 3 to choose page size (to print at default page size for current printer, select Printer default), then press J to select and return to previous menu.
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” (0 110). Note that if the memory card contains more than 256 pictures, only the first 256 images will be printed. 1 Select Index print. Selecting Index print in the PictBridge menu (0 110) displays the images on the memory card as shown at right. 2 Display printing options. Press J to display PictBridge printing options. 3 Adjust printing options.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The Print set (DPOF) option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. Selecting Print set (DPOF) from the playback menu displays the menu shown in Step 1. 1 Choose Select/set. Highlight Select/set and press 2. A Creating a New Print Order To remove all previously selected pictures from the print order, highlight Deselect all? and press J. 2 Select pictures.
4 Select imprint options. Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order without including this information, proceed to Step 5). • 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. 5 Complete the print order. Highlight Done and press J to complete the print order.
Viewing Photographs on TV An EG-D100 video cable (available separately) can be used to connect the camera to a television or VCR for playback or recording. Before connecting the camera, confirm that the camera video standard (0 127) matches that used in the TV. 1 Turn the camera off. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the video cable. 2 Connect the video cable as shown. Connect to video device Connect to camera Q 3 Tune the television to the video channel.
MMenu Guide D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab.
Display Mode G button ➜ D playback menu Choose the information available in the playback photo information display (0 92). Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option, then press 2 to select the option for the photo information display. A M appears next to selected items; to deselect, highlight and press 2. To return to the playback menu, highlight Done and press J. Image Review G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting.
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.
ISO Sensitivity Settings G button ➜ C shooting menu Adjust ISO sensitivity (0 62). ❚❚ Auto ISO Sensitivity If Off is chosen for Auto ISO sensitivity in P, S, A, and M modes, ISO sensitivity will remain fixed at the value selected by the user (0 62). When On is chosen, 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).
Color Space G button ➜ C shooting menu The color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. Choose sRGB for photographs that will be printed or used “as is,” with no further modification. Adobe RGB has a wider color gamut and is recommended for images that will be extensively processed or retouched after leaving the camera. A Color Space Color spaces define the correspondence between colors and the numeric values that represent them in a digital image file.
Noise Reduction G button ➜ C shooting menu If On is selected, photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 8 s or at ISO sensitivities over ISO 400 will be processed to reduce noise. The time required for processing is roughly equal to the current shutter speed; during processing, “l m” will blink in the viewfinder and photographs can not be taken. In continuous release mode, frame rates will slow and the capacity of the memory buffer will drop.
Built-in Flash G button ➜ C shooting menu Choose the flash mode for the built-in flash in P, S, A, and M modes. Option 1 TTL Description Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions. Choose a flash level between Full and 1/32 (1/32 of full power). At full power, the built-in flash has a Guide Number of 13/43 (m/ft., ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F). 2 Manual A Manual A Y icon blinks in the viewfinder and information display when Manual is selected and the flash is raised.
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup To display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab.
Reset Setup Options G button ➜ B setup menu Select Yes to reset setup menu all settings except Video mode, Time zone and date, Language, and Active folder to the defaults listed on page 124. LCD Brightness G button ➜ B setup menu The LCD brightness menu contains the following options: • LCD brightness: The menu at right will be displayed; press 1 or 3 to choose monitor brightness. Choose higher values for increased brightness, lower values for reduced brightness.
3 Select a background color. Highlight a background color and press J. Choose from blue, black, or orange (Classic) or green, black, or brown (Graphic). The “Classic” display is shown below. Camera rotated 90° to shoot in tall (portrait) orientation Camera in normal orientation 1 14 13 12 11 10 9 15 8 7 6 1 26 25 24 23 4 3 16 17 18 19 20 2 3 4 5 22 21 5 8 7 6 14 13 12 2 10 9 11 1 Shooting mode i auto/ j auto (flash off) .............. 25 Scene modes ......................
G button ➜ B setup menu Auto Info Display This option can be set separately for auto and scene modes and for P, S, A, and M modes. If On is selected, the information display will appear after the shutter-release button is pressed halfway; if image review (0 118) is off, it will also be displayed immediately after shooting. Choose On if you find yourself frequently referring to the information display during shooting. If Off is selected, the information display can only be viewed by pressing the R button.
G button ➜ B setup menu Image Comment Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 167). The comment is also visible on the third shooting data page in the photo information display (0 95). • Done: Save changes and return to the setup menu. • Input comment: Input a comment as described on page 138. Comments can be up to 36 characters long.
Dust off Ref Photo G button ➜ B setup 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). 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 Choose a start option. Highlight one of the following options and press J. To exit without acquiring image dust off data, press G.
3 Acquire dust off reference data. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data. The monitor turns off when the shutter-release button is pressed. Note that noise reduction will be performed if the subject is poorly lit, increasing recording times. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to acquire Image Dust Off reference data and the message shown at right will be displayed.
Self-Timer Delay G button ➜ B setup menu Choose the length of the shutter release delay in self-timer mode (0 55). Remote on Duration G button ➜ B setup menu Choose how long the camera will wait for a signal from the remote before cancelling delayed or quick-response remote mode and restoring single-frame or continuous mode (0 56). Choose shorter times for longer battery life.
G button ➜ B setup menu Viewfinder Options Display a framing grid in the viewfinder or choose whether the exposure indicator in the viewfinder can be used as a focusing aid in manual focus mode. ❚❚ Viewfinder Grid Choose On to display on-demand grid lines in the viewfinder for reference when composing photographs.
File Number Sequence G button ➜ B setup menu When a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding one to the last file number used. This option controls whether file numbering continues from the last number used when a new folder is created, the memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted in the camera.
Buttons G button ➜ B setup menu Choose the roles played by the E/Fn and AE-L/AF-L buttons. ❚❚ E/Fn Button Choose the role played by the Fn (E) button. Fn (E) button Option E Self-timer Description Press the Fn (E) button to toggle self-timer mode on and off (0 57). Press the Fn (E) button and rotate the command dial to select the I Release mode * release mode (0 53). Image quality/ Press the Fn (E) button and rotate the command dial to select image v size * quality and size (0 50).
❚❚ AE-L/AF-L Choose the role played by the AE-L/AF-L button. AE-L/AF-L button . Option B AE/AF lock C AE lock only F AF lock only Description Focus and exposure lock while the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed. Exposure locks while the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed. Focus locks while the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed. Exposure locks when the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed, and remains locked E AE lock (hold) until the button is pressed a second time or the exposure meters turn off.
G button ➜ B setup menu No Memory Card? If Release locked is selected, the shutter-release button is only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera. Selecting Enable release allows the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted, although no pictures will be recorded (they will however be displayed in the monitor in demo mode). G button ➜ B setup menu Date Imprint Choose the date information imprinted on photographs as they are taken.
❚❚ Date Counter Pictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with the number of days remaining until a future date or the number days elapsed since a past date. Use it to track the growth of a child or count down the days until a birthday or wedding. 02 / 20 . 04 . 2009 Future date (two days remaining) 02 / 24 . 04 . 2009 Past date (two days elapsed) Up to three separate dates can be stored in slots 1, 2, and 3.
Active Folder G button ➜ B setup menu Create, rename, or delete folders, or choose the folder in which subsequent photographs will be stored. • Select folder: Choose the folder in which subsequent photographs will be stored. D3000 (default folder) Current folder Other folders (in alphabetical order) • New: Create a new folder and name it as described below. • Rename: Select a folder from the list and rename it as described below. • Delete: Delete all empty folders on the memory card.
Eye-Fi Upload G button ➜ B setup menu This option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enable to upload photographs to a preselected destination. Note that pictures will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient. Observe all local laws concerning wireless devices and choose Disable where wireless devices are prohibited.
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies To display the retouch menu, press G and select the N (retouch menu) tab. G button The retouch menu is used to create trimmed or retouched copies of the photographs on the memory card, and is only available when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera.
Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: 1 Display a photo full frame (0 91). A Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images created with other devices. 2 Press J to display the retouch menu. A Monitor off Delay The monitor will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for the length of time selected for Auto off timers. The default is 12 s. 3 Display retouch options. Highlight the desired item in the retouch menu and press J.
G button ➜ N retouch menu D-Lighting D-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. Red-Eye Correction G button ➜ N retouch menu This option is used to correct “red-eye” caused by the flash, and is available only with photographs taken using the flash.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Trim 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 Increase size of crop Reduce size of crop Use X W Change crop aspect ratio Rotate the command dial to switch between aspect ratios of 3 : 2, 4 : 3, 5 : 4, 1 : 1, and 16 : 9. Use multi selector to move the crop to another area of the image.
Filter Effects G button ➜ N retouch menu Choose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph. Option Skylight Warm filter Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making the picture less blue. The effect can be previewed in the monitor as shown at right. Creates a copy with warm tone filter effects, giving the copy a “warm” red cast. The effect can be previewed in the monitor.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Color Balance 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 (0 93) giving the distribution of tones in the copy. Increase amount of green Increase amount of blue Create retouched copy Increase amount of amber Increase amount of magenta G button ➜ N retouch menu Small Picture Create a small copy of the selected picture.
3 Choose Select image. Highlight Select image and press 2. 4 Select pictures. Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W button to select or deselect. Selected pictures are marked by an icon. To view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button. W button 5 Press J to complete the operation. Press J. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J to copy pictures at the selected size and return to playback.
Image Overlay G button ➜ N retouch menu Image overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings; before creating an overlay, set image quality and size (0 50, 52; all options are available).
6 Set gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to set gain for the selected image to 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. 7 Highlight the Preview column. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the Preview column. 8 Preview the overlay.
G button ➜ N retouch menu NEF (RAW) Processing Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs. 1 Select NEF (RAW) processing. Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph. Use the multi selector to highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button). Press J to select the highlighted photograph and proceed to the next step.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Quick Retouch Create copies with enhanced saturation and contrast. D-Lighting is applied as required to brighten dark or backlit subjects. Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of enhancement. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. G button ➜ N retouch menu Color Outline Create an outline copy of a photographs to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph.
Stop-Motion Movie G button ➜ N retouch menu Selecting Stop-motion movie from the retouch menu displays the menu shown in Step 1. Follow the steps below to create a stop-motion movie from photographs taken with the camera. 1 Choose the frame size. Highlight Frame size and press 2 to display a menu of frame size options. Highlight the desired frame size and press J. 2 Choose the frame rate. Highlight Frame rate and press 2 to display a menu of frame rate options.
6 Select Save. The menu shown at right will be displayed; if no further edits are necessary, highlight Save and press J to proceed to Step 7. To edit the movie, highlight Edit and press J. The following options will be displayed: • Starting image: Choose a new starting frame. • Middle image: Remove frames from the middle of the movie. Press 4 and 2 to highlight a photo, W to remove the L icon. Pictures from which the L has been removed will be removed from the movie when you press J.
❚❚ Viewing Stop-Motion Movies To view stop-motion movies, select the Stop-motion movie option in the playback menu (0 117). A list of existing stop-motion movies will be displayed; press 4 and 2 to highlight a movie and press J to begin playback. The following operations can be performed while playback is in progress: To Press Start/pause/ resume J Rewind/ advance Return to fullK/ frame playback Description Press J to start, pause, or resume playback.
Before and After Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the J button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a copy or original is played back full frame. 1 Select a picture. Select a retouched copy (shown by a N icon) or a photograph that has been retouched in fullframe playback and press J. 2 Select Before and after. Highlight Before and after in the retouch menu and press J. 3 Compare the copy with the original.
m Recent Settings To display the recent settings menu, press G and select the m (recent settings) tab. G button The recent settings menu lists the twenty most recently used settings. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select. A Removing Items from the Recent Settings Menu To remove an item from the recent settings menu, highlight it and press the O button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O again to delete the selected item.
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nTechnical Notes Compatible Lenses Compatible CPU Lenses Autofocus is available with AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses only; autofocus is not supported with other autofocus (AF) lenses. IX NIKKOR lenses can not be used.
A Identifying CPU and Type G and D Lenses CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type G and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel. Type G lenses are not equipped with a lens aperture ring. CPU contacts CPU lens A Aperture ring Type G lens Type D lens Lens f-number The f-number given in lens names is the maximum aperture of the lens.
Compatible Non-CPU Lenses Non-CPU lenses may only be used when the camera is in mode M. Selecting another mode disables the shutter release. Aperture must be adjusted manually via the lens aperture ring and the camera metering system, i-TTL flash control, and other features requiring a CPU lens can not be used. Some non-CPU lenses can not be used; see “Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses,” below.
D The Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used with lenses with focal lengths of 18–300 mm, although in some cases the flash may be unable to entirely light the subject at some ranges or focal lengths due to shadows cast by the lens, while lenses that block the subject’s view of the redeye reduction lamp may interfere with red-eye reduction. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of 60 cm and can not be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses.
D AF-Assist Illumination AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S 80–200mm f/2.8D ED • AF-S VR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S VR 200mm f/2G ED • AF-S NIKKOR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED VR II • AF-S VR 200–400mm f/4G ED At ranges under 1 m (3 ft. 3 in.), the following lenses may block the AF-assist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor: • AF-S 17–35mm f/2.8D ED • AF-S NIKKOR 24–70mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S DX 17–55mm f/2.
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-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 SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SB-400. 1 Remove the accessory shoe cover. 2 Mount the flash unit on the accessory shoe.
❚❚ CLS-Compatible Flash Units The camera can be used with the following CLS-compatible flash units: • The SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, and SB-R200: Flash unit Feature SB-900 1 SB-800 SB-600 SB-400 SB-R200 2 34/111 38/125 30/98 21/69 10/33 Guide ISO 100 No. 3 ISO 200 48/157 53/174 42/138 30/98 14/46 1 If a color filter is attached to the SB-900 when AUTO or N (flash) is selected for white balance, the camera will automatically detect the filter and adjust white balance appropriately.
❚❚ Other Flash Units The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. Flash unit SB-80DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-30, SB-27 2, SB-22S, SB-23, SB-29 3, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24 SB-22, SB-20, SB-16B, SB-15 SB-21B 3, SB-29S 3 Flash mode SB-50DX 1 A Non-TTL auto ✔ — ✔ — M Manual ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ G Repeating flash ✔ — — — REAR Rear-curtain sync 4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 1 Select mode P, S, A, or M, lower built-in flash, and use optional flash unit only.
D Notes on Optional Flash Units (Continued) The SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SB-400 provide red-eye reduction, while the SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SU-800 provide AF-assist illumination with the following restrictions: • SB-900: AF-assist illumination is available for all focus points; with 17–135 mm AF lenses, however, autofocus is not available with the focus points shown in gray.
Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D3000. Power sources Video cable Filters Viewfinder eyepiece accessories Optional flash units (0 162) n 166 • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a (0 14–15): Additional EN-EL9a batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon service representatives. The EN-EL9a can be recharged using an MH-23 quick charger. EN-EL9 batteries can also be used.
Capture NX 2: A complete photo editing package. Software Body cap Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software. Most Nikon software offers an auto update feature when the computer is connected to the Internet. See the websites listed on page xvi for the latest information on supported operating systems. BF-1B and BF-1A Body Caps: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and lowpass filter free of dust when a lens is not in place.
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. 1 Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5 power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the correct orientation. 3 Close the battery-chamber cover. Position the power connector cable so that it passes through the power connector slot and close the batterychamber cover. 4 Connect the AC adapter.
Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area.
The Low-Pass Filter The image sensor that acts as the camera’s picture element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moiré. 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. ❚❚ “Clean Now” 1 Place the camera base down.
❚❚ “Clean At” 1 Select Clean at. Display the Clean image sensor menu as described in Step 2 on the previous page. Highlight Clean at and press 2. 2 Select an option. Highlight one of the following options and press J. Option 5 Startup 6 Shutdown Startup & shutdown 8 Cleaning off 7 Description The image sensor is automatically cleaned each time the camera is turned on. The image sensor is automatically cleaned during shutdown each time the camera is turned off.
❚❚ Manual Cleaning If foreign matter can not be removed from the low-pass filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (0 170), 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. 1 Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter. A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning the low-pass filter.
7 Clean the filter. Remove any dust and lint from the filter with a blower. Do not use a blower-brush, as the bristles could damage the filter. Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 8 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap.
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keep dry: This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage. Avoid sudden changes in temperature: Sudden changes in temperature, such as those that occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device.
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away. Store the battery in a cool, dry place. Replace the terminal cover before putting the battery away. Notes on the monitor: The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This is common to all TFT LCD monitors and does not indicate a malfunction. Images recorded with the product are unaffected.
Available Settings The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode. Defaults can be restored with Reset shooting options (0 119).
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 4 GB Lexar Media Professional 133× card at different image quality and size settings. Image quality NEF (RAW)+ JPEG basic 3 NEF (RAW) Image size File size 1 No. of images 1 Buffer capacity 2 L 9.8 MB 227 6 — 8.6 MB 235 6 L 4.7 MB 541 100 JPEG fine M 2.7 MB 951 100 S 1.3 MB 2000 100 L 2.4 MB 1000 100 JPEG normal M 1.4 MB 1800 100 S 0.7 MB 3900 100 L 1.3 MB 2000 100 JPEG basic M 0.
Exposure Program The exposure program for programmed auto is shown in the following graph: F (lens focal length) ≤ 55 mm 55 mm < F ≤ 135 mm 135 mm < F Aperture Shutter speed The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensitivity; the above graph assumes an ISO sensitivity of ISO 100 equivalent. When matrix metering is used, values over 161/3 EV are reduced to 16 1/3 EV.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Display Viewfinder is out of focus: Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional eyepiece correction lenses (0 23, 166). Viewfinder is dark: Insert a fully-charged battery (0 15, 25). Displays turn off without warning: Choose longer delays for Auto off timers (0 130).
Shooting (All Modes) Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is locked, full, or not inserted (0 20, 22, 26). • Built-in flash is charging (0 29). • Camera is not in focus (0 28). • CPU lens with aperture ring attached but aperture not locked at highest f-number (0 157). • Non-CPU lens is attached but camera is not in mode M (0 159).
No photo taken when remote control shutter-release button is pressed: • Replace battery in remote control (0 167). • Choose remote control mode (0 53, 55). • Flash is charging (0 29). • Time selected for Remote on duration has passed: reselect remote control mode (0 131). • Bright light is interfering with remote. Smudges appear in photographs: Clean front and rear lens elements. If problem persists, perform image sensor cleaning (0 170).
Playback Flashing areas, shooting data, or graphs appear on images: Press 1 or 3 to choose photo information displayed, or change settings for Display mode (0 92, 118). NEF (RAW) image is not played back: Photo was taken at image quality of NEF+JPEG basic (0 51). Some pictures are not displayed during playback: Select All for Playback folder. Note that Current is automatically selected after photograph is taken (0 117).
Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder and monitor. A Warning Icons A flashing d in the monitor or s in the viewfinder indicates that a warning or error message can be displayed in the monitor by pressing the Q (W) button. Indicator Monitor Lock lens aperture ring at minimum aperture (largest f/-number). Lens not attached. Viewfinder Solution 0 B Set lens aperture ring to minimum aperture (blinks) (largest f-number).
Indicator Monitor This card is not formatted. Format card? Viewfinder Solution 0 T Format card or turn camera off and insert new 21 (blinks) memory card. • Reduce quality or size. 50 j • Delete photographs. 33, Card is full (blinks) 101 • Insert new memory card. 20 28, ● Camera can not focus using autofocus. Change — 42, 48 (blinks) composition or focus manually. • Use a lower ISO sensitivity 62 • Use commercial ND filter — Subject is too bright.
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Error. Press shutter release button again. Start-up error. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative. Autoexposure error. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative. Solution Release shutter. If error persists or appears frequently, consult Nikon-authorized service representative. — O (blinks) Consult Nikon-authorized service representative. Folder selected for playback contains no images. Insert another memory card or select a different folder.
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D3000 Digital Camera Type Type Lens mount Effective picture angle Effective pixels Effective pixels Image sensor Image sensor Total pixels Dust-reduction System Storage Image size (pixels) Single-lens reflex digital camera Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) Approx. 1.5 × lens focal length (Nikon DX format) 10.2 million 23.6 × 15.8 mm CCD sensor 10.
Lens Compatible lenses • AF-S or AF-I: All functions supported. • Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported. • Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported. • Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes. • AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II.
Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock Flash Built-in flash n 188 Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor), and AFassist illuminator (range approx. 0.5–3 m/1 ft. 8 in.–9 ft. 10 in.
Monitor Monitor Playback Playback Interface USB Video output Supported languages Supported languages 3-in., approx.
MH-23 quick charger Rated input Rated output Supported batteries Charging time AC 100–240 V (50/60 Hz) DC 8.4 V/900 mA Nikon EN-EL9a or EN-EL9 rechargeable Li-ion battery Approx. 1 hour and 40 minutes (EN-EL9a) or 1 hour and 30 minutes (EN-EL9) when battery is fully discharged Operating temperature 0–40 °C (+32–104 °F) Dimensions Approx. 82.5 × 28 × 65 mm (3.2 × 1.1 × 2.6 in.) (W × H × D) Length of cord Approx. 1800 mm (5 ft. 11 in.) Weight Approx. 80 g (2.8 oz.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR lens Type G-type AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR lens with built-in CPU and Nikon bayonet mount Supported cameras Nikon digital SLR cameras (DX format) Focal length 18–55mm Maximum aperture f/3.5–5.
❚❚ Supported Standards • DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.21: The D3000 supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.
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. Sample figures for EN-EL9a (1080 mAh) batteries are given below. • Single-frame release mode (CIPA standard 1): Approximately 550 shots • Continuous release mode (Nikon standard 2): Approximately 2000 shots 1 Measured at 23 °C/73.4 °F (±2 °C/3.6 °F) with an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.
Index Symbols i (Auto mode)................................ 25 j (Auto (flash off) mode) ........... 25 k (Portrait) ....................................... 30 l (Landscape)................................. 30 p (Child)............................................ 31 m (Sports).......................................... 31 n (Close up) ..................................... 31 o (Night portrait)........................... 31 P (Programmed auto).................... 68 S (Shutter-priority auto) ...............
Flash sync speed .......................... 187 Flexible program .............................68 Fluorescent (White balance).......80 Fn button ......................................... 134 f-number .................................. 70, 158 Focal length ................................... 161 Focal length scale ...........................16 Focal plane mark.............................49 Focus ........................................... 41–49 Focus indicator...................28, 46, 49 Focus lock ........
Set framing grid............................134 Set Picture Control......................... 88 Setup menu....................................124 Shade (White balance)................. 80 Shooting data........................... 94, 95 Shooting menu.............................119 Shutter-priority auto..................... 69 Shutter-release button... 29, 46, 75 Single frame (Release mode) ..... 53 Single point (AF-area mode)...... 45 Single-servo AF............................... 42 Size ..................
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