Q0550UMTB_NT(En)01_cover.fm Page 1 Monday, July 13, 2009 9:03 AM DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION.
Product Documentation The manuals for this product are divided into two parts. This manual (the User’s Manual) takes you through the steps of readying your camera for use, taking pictures, and viewing them. Complete information on such topics as P, S, A, and M modes, playback, copying pictures to a computer, printing pictures, viewing pictures on TV, camera menus, troubleshooting, and optional flash units may be found in the Reference Manual, which is available in pdf format on the supplied reference CD.
For Your Safety .................................................................................................................................................... ii Notices .................................................................................................................................................................. iii X Introduction 0 1 Overview ..........................................................................................................................................
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 this Nikon A This product.
A 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 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.
XIntroduction Overview X Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. This manual takes you through the steps of readying your camera for use, taking pictures, and viewing them. ❚❚ 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. X The Camera Body 11 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) R (information) button.........
The Camera Body (Continued) 2 1 9 10 11 3 X 12 13 4 14 5 15 6 16 17 7 18 19 8 1 Viewfinder eyepiece..............16 7 X (playback zoom in) button................................... 25 2 DK-20 rubber eyecup P (information edit) 3 Monitor button..................................... 6 Viewing settings ...................6 Viewing pictures.................24 8 Tripod socket 4 K (playback) button ............24 9 Diopter adjustment control .................................. 16 5 G (menu) 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. X P—Programmed auto: Camera chooses shutter speed and aperture, user controls other settings. ❚❚ GUIDE Mode g (0 27): Take and view pictures and adjust settings with the help of an on-screen guide. A—Aperture-priority auto: Adjust aperture to soften background details or increase depth-of-field to bring both main subject and background into focus.
The Viewfinder 1 X 5 6 7 2 3 4 8 9 14 10 15 11 12 13 16 18 19 17 1 Framing grid (displayed when 8 Shutter speed On is selected for 9 Aperture (f-number) Viewfinder options > 10 Battery indicator.................... 17 Viewfinder grid in the 11 Number of exposures setup menu) remaining ............................ 18 2 Reference circle for centerNumber of shots remaining weighted metering before memory buffer 3 Card warning indicator.........53 fills .........................................
The Information Display X Shooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, and the number of exposures remaining, is displayed in the monitor when the R button is pressed. To clear information from the display, press the R button again. Note that the monitor turns off automatically while the shutter-release is pressed or if no operations are performed for 8 s (the default value). The information display can be restored by pressing the R button.
Camera Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. X G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback • C: Shooting • B: Setup • • N: Retouch m: Recent settings Slider shows position in current menu. Current settings are shown by icons. Menu options Options in current menu. d If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the Q (W) button.
Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus. Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item X Cancel and return to previous menu 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 X Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. 8 Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the G button.
First Steps Charge the Battery X 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. 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 ii–iii and 50–52 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 Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 34) Zoom ring 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. 3 Attach the lens.
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. X A language-selection dialog will be displayed. 2 Select a language. Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired language and press J. 3 Choose a time zone.
Insert a Memory Card The camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately). 1 Turn the camera off. A X Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory cards. 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. 1 Turn the camera on. 2 Display format options. X Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Format memory card in the setup menu and press 2.
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. X 1 Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. 2 Focus the viewfinder. Power switch Slide the diopter adjustment control up and down until the viewfinder display and focus point are in sharp focus.
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 14) or photographs have been deleted (0 25).
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 i mode s 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 Step 4: Focus s 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 17–21.
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 four seconds 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. K button s 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. 1/ 12 –1.
To display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images (thumbnail playback), press the W button. Use the multi selector or command dial to highlight images and press J to display the highlighted image full frame. Press X to reduce the number of W button images displayed. W X Full-frame playback W X W X Thumbnail playback To view images taken on a selected date (calendar playback), press the W button when 72 images are displayed.
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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 17) 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 A For More Information See the Reference Manual (available in pdf format on the supplied reference CD) for information on P, S, A, and M modes, playback, copying pictures to a computer, printing pictures, viewing pictures on TV, camera menus, troubleshooting, and optional flash units. For information on viewing the Reference Manual, see the inside front cover of this booklet. Focus Focus can be adjusted automatically or manually (see “Focus Mode,” below).
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.
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 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.
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. 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.
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. 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.
3 Frame the photograph. A Using a Remote Control If autofocus is in effect in delayed remote or quick-response remote mode, the camera can be focused by pressing the shutter-release button halfway (the shutter will not be released if the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down). A Cover the Viewfinder After framing the photograph, remove the DK-20 rubber eyecup (q) and insert the supplied DK-5 eyepiece cap as shown (w).
Turning the camera off cancels self-timer and remote release modes and restores single frame or continuous mode. 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 42).
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 43). 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 1 Raise the flash. Press the M button to raise the flash. 2 Choose a flash mode (0 43). 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 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.
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 2 Information display P button Display ISO sensitivity options.
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.
nTechnical Notes 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. The features available with compatible CPU lenses are listed below. For information on compatible non-CPU lenses and lenses that can be used with the flash and AF-assist illuminator, see the Reference Manual (on CD).
Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D3000. n 48 • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a (0 10): 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. Power • Quick Charger MH-23 (0 10): The MH-23 can be used to recharge EN-EL9a and sources EN-EL9 batteries.
• Nikon Speedlights SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SB-400 Optional • Nikon Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200 flash units • Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 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 the inside front cover of this booklet for the latest information on supported operating systems.
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.
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 condensation, place the device in a carrying case or plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature. Keep away from strong magnetic fields: Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
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. Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light. Do not apply pressure to the monitor, as this could cause damage or malfunction. Dust or lint on the monitor can be removed with a blower. Stains can be removed by wiping lightly with a soft cloth or chamois leather.
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 B Set lens aperture ring to minimum aperture (largest (blinks) f-number).
Indicator Monitor This card is not formatted. Format card? n 54 Viewfinder Solution T Format card or turn camera off and insert new memory (blinks) card. • Reduce quality or size. j Card is full • Delete photographs. (blinks) • Insert new memory card. ● Camera can not focus using autofocus. Change — (blinks) composition or focus manually. • Use a lower ISO sensitivity • Use commercial ND filter Subject is too bright.
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Folder contains no images. — File does not contain image data. Cannot select this file. — Solution Folder selected for playback contains no images. Insert another memory card or select a different folder. File has been created or modified using a computer or different make of camera, or file is corrupt. Memory card does not contain NEF (RAW) images for use with NEF (RAW) processing. Check printer. — Check printer. To resume, select Continue (if available).
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) n 56 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 58 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.
Playback Playback Interface USB Video output Supported languages Supported languages Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, playback of stop-motion movies created with D3000, slide show, histogram display, highlights, auto image rotation, and image comment (up to 36 characters) Hi-Speed USB Can be selected from NTSC and PAL Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Por
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.
A 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.
Q0550UMTB_EU(En)01_cover.fm Page 1 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 5:19 PM DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION.