Nikon 75 75QD INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Introduction • Thank you for purchasing the Nikon N75/N75QD-a camera that is sure to make photography a bigger part of your life. Get to know your N75/N75QD camera, and be sure to read this manual thoroughly before using it. We recommend that you keep this manual handy. Supplied accessories Body cap (P. 19) 2 Accessory shoe cover (P. 108) Eyepiece cap DK-5 (P.
• Take trial shots Take trial shots before shooting at important occasions like weddings or graduations. • Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly Nikon recommends that you have your camera serviced by an authorized dealer or service center at least once every two years. • Using your camera correctly The Nikon N75/ N75QO's performance has been optimized for use with Nikon brand accessories.
Contents BEFORE YOU BEGIN ...................................................................................2-11 Introduction .............. .......... ..... ......... ............ ......... .... .......... ..................... .. .................... .... 2-3 Nomenclature ........... ........ .. ...... ... ... .... ............. ............................................ ..................... 6-7 LCD PanelNiewfinder Display ........... .. ............................... .... ............... ...........
ADVANCED OPERATION ...... =. . ::::= :................:::: ~ ..:::::..::::::::::.........63-70 Exposure Compensation ......... ........ ..... ......... .. ............................................................. ..64-65 Auto Exposure Bracketing ................................................. ............. .......... ...... ......... .... 66-68 Multiple Exposure .................. ... ........... ...... ..... ....... ...... ............ ............ ...........................
Nomenclature Built-in Speed light (p. 38/90) Camera strap eyelet Aperture (p. 61 )/Exposure Compensation button (p. 64)/ Film rewind button (p. 78) Self-timer (p. 40)/AF-Assist Illuminator (p. 50)/ Red -Eye Reduction lamp (p. 93) Flash lock-release (p. 95)/ Flash sync mode button (p. 92) Auto Exposure Bracketing (p. 66)/ Multiple Exposure (p.
Exposure mode dial (p. 10) I ~ I Film advance mode/ Custom Setting selector (p. 79n2) * Illustration shown is the N75QD. The camera back of the N75 differs from the N75QD . • N75QD only: Data imprint LCD/buttons QUARTZ DATE 1 -----, . - - - - - - 5 2 -~~~- 6 filIDlj SELECT ADJUST : ----ED 90+- 7 1. Date/time LCD 2. ' : Year indicator 3. MODE button: Push to select one of five available displays. 4. SELECT button: Push to select date/time to be adjusted. 5. M : Month indicator 6.
LCD PanelNiewfinder Display • LCD panel Self-timer (p. 40) Remote control (p. 84) Aperture Shutter speed r. ~.~. ,~' ~'-~ Fr. r. ooe.o 0.0 @~: ~.m t{-. g ~[]~ ~+[ ~~. r. REAR :: SLOW ~iiill' Auto Exposure Bracketing (p. 66) +. Flash sync mode (p. 92/ 95) I] I]:: I I' _._ ~ Focus area (p. 48) Beep sound (p. 28) Battery power (p. 17) Exposure Compensation (p. 64) Frame counter (p. 21)/Exposure Compensation value (p. 64) Multiple Exposure (p. 69) Custom Setting (p.
• Viewfinder display 12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted ~ r -______~------~--~~ 60) ~ Focus area (focus brackets) (p. 28/48) I p ____________. . Battery power (p. 17) Film status Electronic analog exposure (p. 61)/ Exposure Compensation value display (p.
Available Exposure Modes The exposure mode dial of the Nikon N75/ N75QD can be divided into two sections. One is the user-controlled exposure mode with Auto-Multi Program, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure modes, where the photographer can determine various exposure factors. The other section is the point-and-shoot exposure mode in wh ich the camera automatically controls various exposure settings. See pages 26-27, 35-37, 5462 for more details on each exposure mode . ........
• Point-and-shoot exposure mode A~: AUTO mode (p. 26) Camera automatically controls all the exposure settings. Suitable for taking pictures right away. 2: Portrait mode (p. 35) Use this mode to take portraits. The background is blurred to accentuate your main subject. iii: Landscape mode (p. 35) Use this mode to take pictures of distant daytime or nighttime scenes. The overall landscape will be sharply focused. ,,-e,: Close-Up mode (p.
Start Shooting Immediately the battery chamber and install batteries while the camera's power is off (page 16). 1 Open . o~" ~ ~ " @ fl '" . """d) ~ fl ~"" d) < .. 2 Attach the lens and turn the power switch on (page 18). "---~--' 3 Open the camera back and install the film (page 20) . • When the camera back is closed, the film is automatically advanced and the number of available exposures is displayed in the LCD panel.
5 Hold the camera properly, compose frame and focus (page 28) by lightly pressing the shutter release button (page 18). ...~~ ...c ~ i! 6 c::I Confirm focus indicator. appears without blinking and infocus beep sound is emitted , and slowly depress the shutter release button (page 30). § c ~ Ii: ~ en to rewind automatically when it reaches the end 7 ofFilmthestarts roll (page 31) . a • Make sure in the viewfi nder and E in the LCD panel are blinking when removing the film cartridge.
About Shutter Release Button Lightly pressing the shutter release button and holding it halfway d o wn activates the camera's exposure meter and pressing it all t he way down releases the shutter. ............................... ........ ....... ....... 1 Lightly press the shutter release button. Before pressing Lightly pressing 2 • When the focus mode selector is set to AF (autofocus), camera starts to focus on the subject when the shutter release button is lightly pressed (page 28).
PREPARATION This section introduces the various operations necessary before you start shooting.
Install Batteries and Check Battery Power .......... .................. .......... ............... 1 Use two CR2-type 3V lithium batteries . Turn the power switch off and open the battery chamber cover by sliding the battery chamber cover lock release lever toward indicated direction. • When replacing batteries, be sure to turn the power switch off and replace both batteries at the same time. Always use fresh batteries of the same brand .
3 Turn the power switch on and confirm battery power with the ~ indication. ~ ,--;- --== F _ =_ u~~~u ~~ON .: '. I IB ~ Sufficient battery power Insufficient battery power Viewfinder LCD panel Meaning Camera's meter on Camera's meter off No indication No indication Sufficient battery power.
Mount Lens Turn the power switch off and mount the lens to the camera body. .............................. .... ... ......... ....... 1 Check the lens type. CPU contacts of CPU Nikkor lens G) G-type Nikkor lens ® CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type G) G-type Nikkor lens, without aperture ring ® CPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type (Illustration is D-type Nikkor lens), with aperture ring G-type Nikkor lens The G-type Nikkor lens has no aperture ring; aperture should be selected from camera body.
2 Turn t he power switch off and mount t he lens to the camera body. • Position lens in the camera's bayonet mount so that the mounting indexes on lens and camera body are aligned, then twist lens anticlockwise until it locks into place. (Be sure not to touch the lens release button.) • With CPU Nikkor lens w ith aperture ring (other t han G-type) , set the lens aperture to it s minimum and lock.
load Film- - - - - - - - Turn the power switch on and load OX-coded film . With OX-coded film, film speed will be set automatically (ISO 25-5000). When the camera back is closed, the fi lm automatically advances and the number of available exposures is displayed in the LCD panel. ..................................................... 1 Turn the power switch on, open the camera back by sliding the camera back lock release lever and load film.
3 Gently close the camera back until the camera back snaps closed. It': FS.6 Ic S B~E::3 n 3@ @ z o • The fi lm automatically advances to the final frame with blinking 0 , 0 _ , 0 __ , 0 __ _ as indicated in the LCD panel , and film rewinds one frame at a time as photos are taken. The LCD panel indicates number of exposures left on film . • When the film has completed set up, a shutter sound is let out but no picture has been taken .
Set Date and Time (N75QD only) This camera allows you to imprint Year/Month/Day, Day/Hour/Minute (24-hour clock), Month/Day/Year or Day/Month/Year on your picture in any exposure mode. (For imprinting date/time, see page 42.) ..................................................... • Adjusting date and time (Example: year 2003, April 1) 1 Push ~ button to select one of the date or time displays. Push SELECT button so section to be corrected starts blinking. • Date cannot be set in Day/Hour/ Minute display.
BASIC OPERATION 1 This section features the settings for most common picture-taking situations using AUTO mode (A~) to enable easy operation even for beginners. ' d In O th IS O sec Ion are as f 0 II ows: Sh 00 t'Ing mo d esIf unc t'Ions exp Ialne Lens attached G-type AF Nikkor (p. 18) Focus mode AF (autofocus) (p. 24) Focus Dynamic AF Mode with ClosestSubject Priority (p. 24) an~a Exposure metering system 25-segment 3D Matrix Metering' (p.
Set Focus Mode and AF Area Mode Set focus mode to AF (autofocus) and AF Area mode to Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority. (See pages 44 and 46 for detai ls.) ..................................................... 1 Turn the power switch on and set the focus mode selector to AF (autofocus). • Make sure to turn the focus mode selector until it clicks into position . • To focus, lightly press the shutter release button (page 14).
• Situations where autofocus may not work as expected Autofocus may not work as expected in the following situations. In such situations, focus manually using the clear matte field (page 45) or focus on a different subject located at the same distance, use focus lock (page 52) then recompose. Low-contrast scenes For example, where the subject is wearing clothing the same color as a wall or other background.
A8° Set Exposure Mode to When the exposure mode is set to ~ , the camera automatically controls all the exposure settings. ·.................................................... Set exposure mode to ~ . Ie'S I [FS.6 LJt:~ ff6l / ~ • When the shutter release button is lightly pressed, shutter speed and aperture are indicated in the LCD panel and viewfinder. • When the exposure mode is set to '8', Mat rix Metering is automatically selected .
• About exposure mode Four exposure modes besides '8' and five Vari -Program modes are available with this camera. Utilising the characteristics of each exposure mode, effective results can be ach ieved with various types of subjects or shooting situations. And the five Vari-Program modes enable you to easily choose proper exposure controls by simply selecting the desired mode for various shooti ng situations . See each reference page for operating instructions and details.
Hold Camera and EOcus------I Lightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the camera on the subject. ..................................................... 1 Hold the camera properly. o o o Keep your elbow propped against your body for support. Stand with one foot forward a half step and keep your upper body still. Grasp the camera handgrip with your right hand and use your left hand to cradle the camera (or lens).
• Focus indicator appears or blinks as follows: • appears: Subject is in focus. , 1/ blinks: Unable to focus using autofocus . "/r, • With dark subjects, the camera's AF-Assist Illuminator (page 50) is automatically activated to guide autofocus (except in iii or .!....:.). t!!11lillJ : : In-focu s beep sound can be set not to be emitted (p. 74). Check points • Diopter adjustment (page 82) enables you to see more clearly through the viewfinder.
Release Shutter Confirm that . (in-focus indicator) appears in the viewfinder, then slowly, fu lly depress the shutter re lease button . With a moving subject, Continuous Servo AF (page 44) activates and camera continuously focuses on the subject. ..................................................... 1 Confirm indications in the viewfinder while lightly pressing the shutter release button.
3 Film starts to rewind automatically when the last shot is taken. 1(, "\ 1 -- 0 ___ ItUTJ§::~ .",
Metering systems and exposure are important factors for taking pictures. Knowing the characteristics of each factor helps you widen your photographic expression . • Metering Systems As the proper combination of shutter speed and aperture for correct exposure is determined according to subject brightness and film sensitivity, measuring subject brightness is very important. In general, brightness inside the viewfinder is not uniform.
BASIC OPERATION 2 This section describes the following basic operations: • • • • Shooting with Vari-Program Using Built-In Speedlight Self-Timer Operation Imprinting OatelTime (N75QO only)
Shooting with Vari-Program- - Vari-Program gives you the option to choose from Portrait, Landscape, CloseUp, Sports or Night Portrait mode-designed for specific picture-taking situations and photographic images . ............ ................. .... ..... ......... ... ... 1 Set the exposure mode dial to the desired Vari- Program, then lightly press the shutter release button. • Center the focus brackets on your subject (where you want the focus) and lightly press the shutter release button.
~ ..x..: Portrait mode Use this mode whenever you are taking pictures of people. It creates a blurred background to accentuate your main subject. • 85mm to 200mm telephoto lenses with large maximum apertures are recommended . • Distancing the main subject and the background emphasises the effect. 1iIiI: Landscape mode Use this mode whenever you 're taking a picture of a distant scene. The overall picture, whether the subject is near or far, is sharply focused .
Shooting with Vari-Program-continued ~: Close-Up mode Use this mode when you are taking pictures up close. It creates a blurred background to accentuate your main subject. Useful in taking close-ups of subjects such as flowers or insects. • Dynamic AF Mode with Center-Subject Priority and center focus area are automatically selected (page 46) even when the AF Area mode is set to Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority. • In some shooting situations, slow shutter speed is selected.
~: Night Portrait mode Use this mode for subjects with an evening or night background. Night Portrait mode captures all the lighting in the scene, including the foreground subject and background. • Use ~ Landscape mode for twilight or nighttime scene without foreground subject. • Use of ISO 400 or faster film speed is recommended. • To avoid camera shake, use a tripod .
Using Built-In Speedlight- - - When the subject is dark or backlit and the shutter release button is lightly pressed, the bui lt-in Speed light automatically pops up in '8' or Vari-Program (except in iii or ~) . Fully depress the shutter release button to take pictures with the Speedlight. ..................................................... 1 When the subject is dark or backlit and the shutter release button is lightly pressed, the built-in Speedlight automatically pops up and starts charging .
2 Confirm ~ in viewfinder, then compose, focus and take the picture with flash by fully depressing the shutter release button . • 90 FS.b ~ • The shutter cannot be released unless ~ appears without blinking in the viewfinder. • ~ blinks in the viewfinder approx. 3 sec. after full flash output. If this happens, underexposure may have occurred. Check the flash shooting distance range (page 98) and shoot again.
Self-Timer Operation- - - - - You can use the self-timer when you want to be in th e photograph or red uce camera shake . ........................................19.... ......... 1 Press @) (self-timer) button and confirm that appears on the LCD panel. (Or, rotate the Command Dial while pressing the ® button until ~ appears on the LCD paneL) :25 @ 5.6 ~ 6E::~ [36) II . . @ The display changes as follows: I L No display (cancel) Immediate release for ~ remote control Two-sec.
2 Compose picture, focus by lightly pressing the shutter release button and fully depress the shutter release button. N • Self-timer shooting cannot be performed unless the camera's shutter can be released (i.e. when subject cannot be brought into focus with autofocus). • Once the self-timer is activated, the shutter will release in 10 seconds. The selftimer lamp will blink for 8 sec. and then illuminate for 2 sec. before the shutter is released.
Imprinting Date/Time (N7SQD only) You can imprint the following date information on your picture: Year/ Month/ Day, Day/ Hour/ Minute, Month/ DaylYear or Day/ MonthlYear. See page 22 to set date and time . .................. ...... ....... ........... .... ....... 1 Push MODE button to select available imprinting displays.
FOCUS OPERATION This section features detailed descriptions of focusing operations.
Focus Mode Two focus modes, autofocus using the Auto-Servo AF (Sing le Servo AF and Continuous Servo AF) and Manual focus, are available with the N75/N75QO. ·.................................................... • Autofocus • With the focus mode selector set to AF, lightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the camera on the subject at the focus area (page 9/ 48) and causes . to appear in the viewfinder.
• Manual focus • Set the focus mode selector to M . Look through the viewfinder and rotate the lens focusing ring until the image appears sharp on the clear matte field in the viewfinder. The shutter can be released whether or not the subject is in focus and regardless of the focus indicator status. • Use Manual focus in situations where autofocus may not work as expected (page 25) or with lenses which do not allow autofocus operation when attached to the N75/ N75QD (page 104).
Focus Area Mode The N75/ N75QD's five focus areas cover a wide frame area. When the foc us mode is set to AF (page 44) , you can select either Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority, where the camera automatically selects the focus area, Dynamic AF Mode with Center-Subject Priority, where the camera selects center focus area, or Dynamic AF Mode, where you select the desired focus area.
• When focus mode is set to Autofocus [_ ): Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority automatically maintains focus on the subject located closest to any of five focus areas and focus is locked once it is achieved'. The focus area of the subject is in focus is highlighted with the Vari-Bright display (p. 9). If the subject moves from the selected focus area, the camera automatically focuses on the subject determining the data from the other focus areas. [ .
Focus Area Selection This camera's five focus areas cover a wide frame area, and you can select among them, depending on the subject's position in the frame or your desired composition . They re liably provide sharp focus without use of focus lock (page 52) . ....................................... .............. Set the AF Area mode selector to fS . 11) [3 1 I:(ll • Dynamic AF Mode is selected with the focus mode set to autofocus, and Single Area mode is selected with the focus mode set to manual.
Check points • When exposure mode is set to '8' or Vari-Program in autofocus, turning the power switch off and on again resets the focus area to the center. When exposure mode is set to P, 5 , A or M , or in manual focus, selected focus area remains. • When exposure mode is changed within '8' and any of Vari-Program, or changed to '8' or Vari-Program from P, 5 , A or M in auto focus, focus area resets to the center.
AF-Assist Illuminator When the subject is dark and the shutter release button is pressed lightly, the camera's AF-Assist Illuminator automatically turns on and enables autofocus operation in a dark environment. ..................................................... • AF-Assist Illuminator automatically turns on in the following situations: Focus mode is autofocus, AF Nikkor lens is used, subject is dark and center focus area is selected or Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority is activated.
NOTE: Lenses incompatible with AF-Assist Illuminator • Autofocus using the camera's AF-Assist Illuminator cannot be performed with following lenses at a shooting distance within 1m (3.3 ft .) due to vignetting. AF Micro 200mm f/4 IF-ED AF-S 17-35mm fl2.B ED AF 1B-35mm f/3. 5-4.5 ED AF 20-35mm f/2. B IF AF 24-B5mm f/2. B-4 IF AF 24-120mm f/ 3.5-5.6 IF AF Micro 70-1BOmm fl4.5-5.6 ED • Autofocus using the camera's AF-Assist Illuminator cannot be performed with following lens at a shooting distance within 1.
Focus Lock Focus lock is useful in autofocus shooting when you want to capture a subject that's framed outside of the N75/N75QO's five focus areas. ~ Tip Focus lock is best suited for a photograph where composition is your top priority, and in situations where autofocus may not work as expected (page 25) . ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1 Position the focus area on the subject and lightly press the shutter release button. (For example, when center focus area is selected.
EXPOSURE MODE This section describes how to take pictures in each exposure mode.
Auto-Multi Program P: Auto-Multi Program The camera automatically controls exposure to achieve correct exposure in any shooting situation . For more complex shooting , use Flexible Program (page 55) , Exposure Compensation (page 64) or Auto Exposure Bracketing (page 66) . • P (Auto-Multi Program) can only be used with a CPU Nikkor lens such as G- or D-type Nikkor (page 104). ~ Tip .....................1............. ................... Auto-Multi Program is best suited for snapshots .
Difference between '8' (AUTO mode) and P (Auto-Multi Program) Although exposure controls are the same, with Auto-Mu lti Program , you can select functions such as Flexible Program, Exposure Compensation , Auto Exposure Bracketing, Multiple Exposure (page 69) or Slow Sync flash (page 92) for more flexible shooting. In Auto-Multi Program, however, the built-in Speed light does not pop up automatically with a dark or backlit subject. 2 Compose picture, confirm focus indicator. and shoot.
Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode s: Shutter-Priority Auto Enables you to manually set the desi red shutter speed (30- 1/2 000 sec.); th e camera automatically selects the proper aperture to provide correct exposure . Fast shutter speed 1/500 sec. • S (Shutter-Priority Auto) can on ly be used with a CPU Nikkor lens such as G- or D-type Nikkor (page 104). ~ Tip With high shutter speeds, you can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject; with slower speeds, you can create a motion effect. ............
• 125 H 1+~I~ I ~ 1 2- Overexposure • 125 L0 +2 1 ~I~I~- Underexposure ~ 2 Set the shutter speed (30-1/2000 sec.) with the Command Dial. 3 Compose picture, confirm focus indicator . and shoot. • When the subject is too dark or too bright, one of the following warning indications wi ll appear in the viewfinder and LCD panel. (Over- or underexposure value is indicated with the electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder.) • H :: Select higher shutter speed.
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode A: Aperture-Priority Auto Enables you to set the desired aperture (lens' minimum to maximum) manually. The camera automatically selects a shutter speed suitable for correct exposure . Small aperture f/ 32 • A (Aperture-Priority Auto) can only be used with a CPU Nikkor lens such as G- or D-type Nikkor (page 104). • In flash photography, varying the aperture changes the flash shooting distance (page 98).
• H: FS.5 '~I: I ~ 1~- Overexposure • ~0 FS.5 Underexposure ~ 2 Set the aperture (lens' minimum to maximum) by rotating the Command Dial. 3 Compose picture, confirm focus indicator. and shoot. • When the subject is too dark or too bright, one of the following warning indications will appear in the viewfinder and LCD panel. (Over- or underexposure value is indicated with the electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder.) • H :: Select smaller aperture (larger f-number).
Manual Exposure Mode M: Manual Enables you to set both shutter speed (- [Time) and 30-1/2000 sec.) and aperture (lens' minimum to maximum) manually. • Non-CPU lenses (page 106) can only be used in Manual exposure mode. ~ Tip With electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder, you can produce various creative effects by adjusting the exposure. Long Time exposure (Time) can be set in Manual exposure mode . ..................................................... 1 Set the exposure mode dial to M.
NOTE: CPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type Always set the aperture ring of a CPU Nikkor lens (except G-type) to its minimum (largest f-number) . When the lens is not set to its minimum aperture setting, fEE blinks in the LCD panel and viewfinder, and the shutter locks. 2 Set the shutter speed and aperture while checking the electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder. • Set the shutter speed (- - [Time] and 30-1 /2000 sec.
Long Time Exposure • Long Time (Time) exposure of more than 30 sec. When the exposure mode dial is set to M (Manual), set the shutter speed indication to - - (next after 30 sec.) to set Long Time (Time) exposure. Depress the shutter release button once to open the shutter, then press the shutter release button again to close the shutter. This function is useful for shooting nighttime scenes or stars.
ADVANCED OPERATION This section features descriptions of operations using the N75/N75QD's advanced functions.
Exposure Compensation To modify exposure control (Le. from the ISO standard). use the Exposure Compensation function. This can be useful when intentionally achieving underor overexposure to obtain a specific photographic effect. This camera offers compensation of -3 EV to +3 EV in 1/2 steps. • Exposure Compensation can be set in P, S, A and Vari-Program . ~ Tip Compensate to the + side to brighten , and the - side to darken overall picture to obtain the specific photographic effect you desire . ..........
NOTE: Setting Exposure Compensation Normally, you should compensate exposure to the + side when the background is brighter than your main subject, or to the - side when the background is darker. 2 Compose picture, confirm focus indicator. and shoot. • To cancel Exposure Compensation, rotate the Command Dial while pressing the ID button to reset the compensation value to D.D. In VariProgram, changing the exposure mode also cancels the Exposure Compensation.
Auto Exposure Bracketing Auto Exposure Bracketing allows you to shoot in selected compensated EV values (maximum of ±2 EV) shifting from the automatic'ally set proper exposure (or selected exposure in Manual exposure mode) for three shots each time the shutter is released . • Auto Exposure Bracketing is avai lable in P, 5 , A and M exposure modes.
• When the bracketing value is set (and wh ile the exposure meter is on), Iil:tj appears and IB blinks in the LCD panel , and IB and electronic analog exposure display blink in the viewfinder. • Bracketing value can be confirmed by pressing the button. • Shutter speed and aperture in P, aperture in S and shutter speed in A and M exposure mode are bracketed .
Auto Exposure Bracketing-continued • If the Exposure Compensation function (page 64) is also set, bracketing will be combined with the Exposure Compensation values. It is useful to perform Bracketing with a compensated value of over +2 EV or under -2 EV (maximum of ±S EV). • If the end of the film roll is reached during bracketing, the remaining shots can be taken after new film has been loaded.
Multiple Exposure Multiple Exposure consists of two or more exposures of one or more subjects in the same frame. • Multiple Exposure can be set in P, S, A and M exposure modes . ................................................... .. 1 Rotate the Command Dial while pressing the multiple exposure " button so ~ appears in the LCD panel. The display changes as follows: ~ ll5 .... t- • 2 ~ 1.0 .... Cancel _ (no display) rn6 1.5 .... jn t;;.
Multiple Exposure-continued Standard compensation value in multiple exposure Number of exposures Two Three Four Eight or nine 3 Compensation value -1 .0 EV -1.5 EV -2.0 EV -3.0 EV Exposure Compensation is necessary depending on the number of exposures in multiple exposure since more than one image is exposed in the same frame. Compose picture, confirm focus indicator. and shoot. • The first shot is taken and ~ and frame counter blink in the LCD panel when the shutter release button is fully depressed.
CUSTOM SEnlNG Using the Custom Setting feature, you can create a combination of functions that is different from the initial factory settings. The functions listed in this section can be selected with the N75/N75QD.
Menu/Features of Custom Setting • Creating Custom Setting 1 2 Set the Custom Setting selector to CSM and select a menu number by rotating the Command Dial. • 12 menus ( 1to 12) are available. Select the desired option number by pressing the ID button. • The option number changes as you press the If) button. • When the option number other than initial setting is displayed in t he LCD panel, !!!m!m appears in t he LCD panel.
• Cancelling Custom Setting Set the Custom Setting selector to CSM and press the and ~ buttons simultaneously for more than two sec . a • All the Custom Settings are canceled and reset to their initial factory settings. 00J,'ililll disappears from the LCD panel. • Each Custom Setting can be canceled and reset to initial setting by selecting the number of "initial setting " (e.g. D with Custom Setting menu number 1) at step 2 of the "Creating Custom Setting".
Menu/Features of Custom Setting-continued • Menu number and Custom Setting options • Refer also to the Custom Setting Menu table at the end of this instruction manual. :. Beep sound (pages 28, 41 , 84) Options: D: Activated (initial setting) :: Disabled At initial setting , beep sound is emitted when focus is achieved in autofocus, during self-timer or two-sec. remote control operation. Th is beep sound can be turned off with option : in this menu. 2.
5. Auto Exposure Lock when shutter release button is lightly pressed (page 80) Options: D: Disabled (initial setting) Z E I: Activated At initial setting, Auto Exposure Lock can be performed by pressing the CD button. However, Auto Exposure can be set to be locked by light ly pressing t he shutter release button. o.
Menu/Features of Custom Setting-continued 9. Self-timer duration (page 40) Options 2 : 2 sec. 5 : 5 sec. :a : 10 sec. (initial setting) 20 : 20 sec. :a.Standby duration for the remote control operation (page 84) Options : : 1 min. (initial setting) 5 : 5 min. :a : 10 min. : :'LCD illuminates by pressing any function button (page 8) Options 0 : Disabled (initial setting) :: Activated At initial setting, pressing the button activates the LCD illuminator.
OTHER FUNCTIONS This section describes other useful camera functions and information.
Film Rewind This section explains mid-roll rewind and what to do if the film does not rewind . ........................................ ............. Mid-roll rewind • To rewind film at mid-roll, press the two film rewind El~ buttons simultaneously for approx. 1 sec. Shutter sound is let out and film rewind will start. · 0 ___ , 0 __ , 0 _ and then 0 appear in the LCD panel during film rewind and the frame counter counts backwards until rewind is complete.
Film Advance Mode Two film advance modes, single-frame and continuous shooting are available with the N75/N75QD. ..................................................... Set the film advance mode selector to or guo I]] (]]: Single-frame shooting Fully pressing the shutter release button takes one picture and automatically advances the film by one frame. ~: Conti nuous shooting Shots are taken continuously at the rate of up to approx. 1.5 fps as long as you keep the shutter release button fully pressed.
Auto Exposure Lock When you want to control the exposure of a specific area within a scene, measure the exposure on that area and press the f:1D button to lock the exposure, then recompose the picture. This function is useful when there is a pronounced difference between the brightness of an area you want to set the exposure on and the area surrounding it. Set exposure to a mode other than Manual. .....................................................
2 While keeping the CD button pressed, recompose, focus and shoot. ~ 5 : Auto Exposure Lock can be set to be activated by lightly pressing the shutter release button (p. 75). ~ 6 : Auto Exposure Lock and Autofocus lock can be set to be activated simultaneously by pressing the 00 button (p. 75). NOTE: When AF operation with CD button is selected with the Custom Setting (p. 75) When option 2 in the Custom Setting menu 6 is selected, Auto Exposure cannot be locked by pressing the t1D button.
Diopter AdjustmentNiewfinder Accessories The N75/N75QD enables near- or far-sighted photographers to adjust the eyepiece diopter to suit their vision. Vi ewfinder accessories such as an eyepiece cap or eyepiece correction lens can also be attached . ·.................................................... Diopter adjustment • Remove the rubber eyecup and slide the diopter adjustment lever while looking through the viewfinder until the focus brackets or other displays in the viewfinder appear sharp.
Depth-of-Field Preview Electronic preview function is available with this camera. Depress the depthof-field preview button to confirm the depth of field through the viewfinder (see page 102) . ............................. ..... ........ ...........
Remote Control Operation (optional) Use the optional remote c o ntrol to release the camera's shutter from a distance. A s with self-t imer operatio n, the remote contro l can also be used w hen y o u want to be in the p hotograph . Yo u can also use t he remote co ntrol instead of a cab le release to reduce camera shake. ·....................................................
2 Point the remote control unit toward the camera and press the shutter release button. o o o o When immediate release is selected, the self-timer lamp lights after shutter release (except when the Speed light is used). When Red-Eye Reduction (page 93) is also set, the self-timer lamp lights at the same output level as the normal Red-Eye Reduction before the shutter releases and the flash fires when the shutter is released . The shutter is released after the self-timer lamp lights for approx. 2 sec.
Remote Control Operation (optional)-continued Check points • Use a tripod or place the camera on a stable surface before using the remote control . • When you are taking pictures but not looking through the viewfinder, cover the eyepiece with the supplied eyepiece cap DK-5 (page 82) or with your hand before pressing the shutter release button to prevent interference from st ray light and achieve correct exposure.
• Changing battery inside t he remote control unit ~~2 s::; .. Wh ile keeping the battery holder lever pressed as the arrow 1 s:::; onrelease the remote control unit ~: indicates to release the lock, pull out the battery holder from the remote control unit. Remove the used battery. 3 Insert a new CR2025 3V lithium battery with EEl side facing up. 4 Insert the battery holder until it clicks shut. NOTE: Storing batteries Keep batteries out of children 's reach.
Available Mode Combinations The following chart lists available modes when a CPU Nikkor lens such as a G- or D-type lens is attached . .................................. ................. .. Exposure mode AF-Asslst Illuminator "8' - - .J:. 0 0 - iii - - ~ 0 - ~ ~ p - - A M 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 - Exposure mode Auto Exposure Bracketil1ll "8' - .
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY This section introduces various aspects of flash photography using the built-in Speedlight.
Built-In SpeedlightlReady-Light • Built-in Speedlight and TTL Flash modes This camera is equipped with a built-in Speedlight that provides an angle of coverage for a 28mm lens with a guide number of 12/39 (ISO 100, m/ft.). When the subject is dark or backlit, in '8' or Vari-Program (except in Iij or ~), the built-in Speedlight automatically pops up.
3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash • 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash is automatically set in '8', Vari-Program, P, S or A exposure mode with D- or G-type Nikkor lens attached. In this flash mode, just after you press the shutter release button and before the shutter is activated, the built-in Speedlight will fire a series of imperceptible preflashes that are detected by the N75/N75QD's fivesegment TIL Multi Sensor, then analysed for brightness and contrast.
Flash Sync Mode Features Five flash sync modes can be selected for desired photographic effect depending on the conditions when using the built-in Speedlight. In ill and ~ modes, flash is not avai lable even when the subject is dark or backlit. ..................................................... Set the flash sync mode by rotating the Command Dial while pressing the flash sync mode button O.
[;;J /b:J :Rear-Curtain Sync Rear-Curtain Sync can be used in P, S, A, or M exposure mode. Normally, the Speed light fires at the end of the exposure, turning available light into a stream of light that follows the flash- illuminated moving subject. When RearCurtain Sync is set in P or A exposure mode, Slow Sync is automatically set. (With an optional Speed light S8-26, 25 and 24, set the Speed light's sync mode selector to REAR.
Flash Sync Mode FeatureS-continued NOTE: Flash Sync Modes • In Front- and Rear-Curtain Sync, shutter speed shifts automatically to 1/ 90 sec. when the shutter speed is set to faster than 1/ 90 sec. in S or M exposure mode. In this case, 30 is displayed in the LCD panel and the viewfinder. • When Red-Eye Reduction or Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync is selected, the Red-Eye Reduction lamp lights for approx. 1 sec. before the flash fires.
Using Built-In Speedlight This section explains how to use the built-in Speedlight set to desired flash sync mode when a G- or O-type AF Nikkor lens is attached . ........................................ ............. In P, S, A or M exposure mode, release the built-in Speed light by pressing the 0 flash lock-release button. In or Vari-Program (except in ii or ~) , when the subject is dark or backlit and the shutter release button is lightly pressed , the built-in Speedlight automatically pops up.
Using Built-In Speedlight-continued • If IiiiiiI or ~ is set when the built-in Speedlight is in the up position , flash is automatically canceled . • Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash is selected in exposure modes other than M and Standard TTL Flash is selected for M exposure mode. See page 91 for details. • See the table on pages 97, 98 and 99 for shutter speed and aperture, available sync mode in each exposure mode. • In P, S, A or M exposure mode, selected flash sync mode remains once it is set.
3 Confi rm ~ appears in the viewfinder, make sure the subject is within the flash shooting distance range and shoot. • ::I~ FS.6 ~ • The shutter cannot be released unless ~ appears without blinking in the viewfinder. • ~ in the viewfinder blinks approx. 3 sec. after full flash output. This may indicate underexposure has occurred. Check the focus distance, aperture or flash shooting distance range and shoot again.
Using Built-In Speedlight-continued , • Flash shooting distance range Flash shooting distance for the built-in Speedlight changes according to the film speed in use and aperture setting . ISO film speed Guide number m/ft. Aperture value 25 50 100 200 400 800 Flash shooting distance range 6/20 8.5/28 12/39 17/56 24/79 34/ 112 - - 1.4 2 2.8 4 2-8.5m/6.6-27.9 ft. - 1.4 2 2.8 4 5.6 1.4-6m/4.6- 19.7 ft. 1.4 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 1-4.2m/3.3-13.8 ft. 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 0.7-3m/2.3-9.
• Available flash sync mode combinations Exposure mode mAutoFlash Front-Curtain Sync Red-Eye Reduction ~ © ..!: CD CD iii - - 0 0 - ,'r., CD © ~ - I::l CD CD CD CD ® 0 0 0 0 ~ p S A M Exposure mode ~ Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync © Slow Sync 0 0 0 0 0 Rear-Curtain Sync - - - - © "2 - 0"1 .!-. - - © "2 © - 0 "1 P S 0 0 - 0 - A M - 0 0 0 0 ~ ..
Using Built-In Speedlight-continued • Usable lenses with built-in Speedlight 28mm to 200mm non-zoom CPU Nikkor lenses, AF 300mm f/4 ED and AF-S 300mm f/4 ED lenses can be used with the built-in Speedlight. Vignetting occurs at the edges of the frame resulting in underexposure with the following lenses, which have limitations in usable focal length or shooting distance. NOTE: Using built-in Speedlight • • • • Make sure to remove the lens hood.
With color slide film Lens AF 18-3Smm 1/3.S-4.S AF 20-3Smm 1/2.8 AF 24-8Smm 1/2.8-4 AF-S 24-8Smm 1/3.S-4.SG ED AF-S VR 24-120mm 1/3.S-S.6G ED AF 24-120mm 1/3.S-S.6 AF 28mm fll.4 AF-S 28-70mm 1/2.8 ED AF 28-80mm fl3.3-S.6G AF 28-100mm fl3.S-S.6G AF 28-10Smm 1/3.S-4.S AF 28-200mm fl3.S-S.6 AF 3S-70mm fl2 .8 AF Micro 70-180mm 1/4.S-S.6 ED AF-S VR 70-200mm 1/2.8G ED Limitations 3Smm local length at 0.9m (3.0 ft.) or longer shooting distance 3Smm local length at 2m (6.6 ft.
Basics of the relationship between focus and depth of field are explained in this section . • Depth of field When focusing , depth of field should be considered . Depth of field is the zone of sharpest focus in front of and behind the subject on which the lens is focused . It varies according to shooting distance, focal length and, above all, aperture.
MISCELLANEOUS This section explains miscellaneous information.
Lens Compatibility Use a CPU Nikkor lens (except IX-Nikkor) with this camera. G- or D-type AF lenses give you access to all available functions . ................................................ ..... ~ Lens/accessories G-type AF Nikkor, O-type AF Nikkor'3, AF-S, AF-I Nikkor t0 PC Micro-Nikkor :,,; 8Smm 112.80'4 :,,; Z AF-S, AF-I Teleconverter'6 => ~ c..
*1 Metering system automatically switches to Center-Weighted Metering when the exposure mode is set to Manual. *2 IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached. *3 This camera is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens. *4 The camera's exposure metering and flash control system do not work properly when shifting andlor tilting the lens, or when using an aperture other than the maximum aperture. *5 Without shifting andlor tilting the lens.
Lens Compatibility-continued When a non-CPU lens is attached Set exposure mode to M with a non-CPU lens. (When other modes are selected , shutter cannot be released .) The camera's exposure meter cannot be used and the aperture cannot be set using the Command Dial when using non-CPU lenses. F- appears in place of the aperture indication in the LCD panel and viewfinder; set/confirm aperture using the lens aperture ring . 1(, Ie'S [D] I~ Lf - - '\ [36] ~ .III~.
Usable Optional Speedlights Usable opt ional Speedlights and available fl ash modes are listed in the following table. Available modes are listed assuming a CPU lens is attach ed . ............................................... ... ...
Usable Optional Speedlights-continued • Accessory shoe • An optional Speedlight, f.e. SB-80DX, SB-50DX, SB-30, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-23 or SB-22s can be attached directly to the accessory shoe of the N75/N75QD without a cord. This accessory shoe is equipped with a safety lock which prevents accidental drop when a Speedlight with a safetylock pin (SB-80DX, SB-30, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25 or SB-22s) is attached .
• Notes on using optional Speedlights o See your Speedlight manual for details. If the camera groups are defined in the manual of the Speedlight with TIL Auto Flash, see the section for camera group I. o Flash sync speed is 1/90 sec. or slower when using an optional Speed light. o Available film speeds for TIL Auto Flash are ISO 25 to ISO 800.
Usable Optional Speedlights-continued ~ in the viewfinder blink and the shutter cannot be released when the exposure mode is set to P, 'g' or Vari-Program and the attached optional Speedlight is not set to TIL Auto Flash. Set the Speedlight flash mode to TIL, or set the camera's exposure mode to 5 , A or M.
NOTE: When optional Speedlight is attached Turn on the optional Speedlight power switch or set the built-in Speed light to Flash Cancel mode so the built-in Speed light won 't pop up automatically when an optional Speed light is attached. When the built-in Speedlight automatically pops up in '8' or Vari-Program (except iii or ~) , vignetting or uneven illumination may resu lt since the Speed light may not pop up all the way.
Optional Accessories A variety of optional accessories, including power source and Speed light is available for the N75/N75QD. • •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Battery Pack MB-18 • With Battery Pack MB-18, four 1.SV AA-type alkaline-manganese, lithium, NiCd or Ni-MH batteries can be used to power the N75/ N75QD. When AA-type lithium batteries are used, the usable number of film rolls increases and stable performance is maintained at low temperatures.
Filters • Nikon filters can be divided into three types: screw-in, drop-in and rear-interchange. With the N75/ N75QD, the filter factor need not be considered except for the R60 filter. Compensate exposure + 1 EV when using the R60 . Note that when special filters available from manufacturers other than Nikon are used, autofocus or the electronic rangefinder may not operate properly. • Use circular-polarising filter C-PL instead of polarising filter Polar.
Camera Care • Cleaning camera body Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the camera body and clean it with a soft, clean cloth . After using the camera near seawater, wipe the camera body with a soft, clean cloth slightly moistened with pure water to remove salt, and then dry it with a dry cloth. NEVER use organic solvents like t hinner or benzene. They may damage the camera. • Cleaning mirror and lens Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the mirror or lens.
• Remove the batteries and store the camera with a desiccant If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time , remove the batteries to protect the camera from battery leakage. • In a humid environment, store the camera inside a plastic bag with a desiccant to keep out dust, moisture and salt. Note, however, that storing leather cases in vinyl bags may cause the leather to deteriorate. Keep the batteries in a cool , dry place away from heat or humidity.
Notes on Batteries ~ WARNING Keep batteries out of children's reach . If someone accidentally swallows batteries, call a doctor immediately. Do not leave • Use two CR2-type 3V lithium batteries Use two CR2-type 3V lithium batteries. • Change the batteries well before the end of their life and prepare spare batteries before important photographic occasions.
Troubleshooting fEE blinks fEE blinks • CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type is not set to its minimum aperture. fEE blinks fEE and ~ • Attached Speed light is • Set the Speed light flash not set at TIL Auto Flash mode to TIL, or set the in '8', Vari-Program or camera's exposure P mode. mode to S, A or M. blink ~ appears ~ blinks (appears without blinking when exposure meter is 011) o __ , ~and frame counter blink f - - blinks • Set lens to minimum aperture.
Troubleshooting-continued E appears Err and E blink E blinks when exposure meter is turned on H : appears lo appears 118 o blinks • Film is not correctly installed. • Reload film. 21 0_ blinks • Film is not correctly advanced. • Reload film . 21 o blinks • Film remains in the • Remove the film cartridge. camera after film rewind is complete. 31 • blinks • Autofocus is not possible. • Focus manually. 29 • Overexposure warning (subject is too bright). • In P mode, use ND filter.
LCD panel - - - blinks IViewfinderl Cause 4 or • blinks • Subject brightness is beyond camera's (in M exposure exposure range. mode) - - blinks • Shutter speed is set to - - (Time) in 5 mode. • Auto Exposure Bracketing is set during Long TIme exposure. 90 appears (when shutter speed faster than 1/90 sec. is selected) - 90 appears ~ blinks I Remedy I Page • When the subject is bright, use NO filter and when the subject is dar!<, use ftash.
Troubleshooting- continued LCD panel - Err I Viewfinder I ~ blinks for 3 sec. after flash blinks Err blinks Cause I Remedy • Flash has fired at full output and underexposure may have occu rred. • Shoot again after confirming focus distance, aperture or flash shooting distance range . • Malfunction detected. • Turn the power off once and then on again. If the warning indication remains, or this warning appears frequently, contact authorized Nikon dealer or service center.
Glossary CPU Central Processing Unit. The electronic component that controls an electronic product's functions. AF Nikkor (including G- and O-type AF Nikkor) and AI-P-Nikkor lenses have built-in CPUs. Depth of Field See the column on page 102. EV Exposure Value: A number representing the available combinations of shutter speeds and apertures that give the same exposure effect under conditions of similar scene brightness and ISO.
Glossary-continued Flexible Program Flexible Program function temporarily shifts an automatically selected shutter speedl aperture combination while maintaining correct exposure. That is, the desired shutter speed or aperture can be selected in Auto-Multi Program. f-number The f-number represents the aperture value and is calculated from lens' focal length divided by the effective aperture opening. The standard numbers for calibration are 1, 1.4, 2, 2.8, 4, 5.6, 8, 11 , 16, 22, 32, etc.
ISO film speed The international standard for representing film sensitivity. The higher the number, the greater the sensitivity, and vice versa. A film speed of ISO 200 is twice as sensitive as ISO 100, and half that of ISO 400 film . Vignetting Progressively diminished illumination on the film from the center to the corners. There are two kinds of vignetting-natural vignetting caused by the lens, and vignetting that is caused by improper use of accessories such as a lens hood or filter.
Specifications Type of camera Integral-motor autofocus 35mm single-lens reflex with electronically controlled focal-plane shutter and built-in Speed light Exposure modes '8':AUTO mode Vari-Program (:Z: Portrait, iI: Landscape, _'f,: Close-Up, ~ : Sports, 1i:I: Night Portrait mode) P: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible Program possible) S: Shutter-Priority Auto A: Aperture-Priority Auto M: Manual Picture format 24 x 36mm (standard 35mm film format) Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling, AF contacts) L
Autofocus TIL phase detection, Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module with AF-Assist Illuminator (approx. 0.5m-3m [1.6-9 .8 ft.]) • Detection range: EV -1 to EV 19 (ISO 100, at normal temperature) Lens servo AF: Auto-Servo AF: camera automatically chooses Single Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF operation according to the subject status, i.e. stationary or moving .
SpecificationS-continued Auto Exposure Bracketing Bracketing range: ±2 EV; number of shots: three; bracketing steps: 0.5, 1, 1.5 or 2 EV (except in '8' or Vari-Program) Film speed setting • Automatically set to ISO film speed of OX-coded film in use (manual not selectable) • Film speed range: OX: ISO 25-5000, automatically set to ISO 100 with non-OX-coded film Shutter Electronical ly control led vertical-travel focal-plane shutter Shutter speeds • In '8', z, iii, ,,..
Self-timer Electronically controlled; timer duration: 10 sec. Remote control (optional) Infrared, activated by pressing the shutter release button; immediate release mode and 2-sec. delay mode; operating distance: approx. 5m directly in front of the camera; battery: one 3V CR2025 lithium battery; battery life: approx. 5 years (may differ with usage amount or other operating conditions); dimensions: approx. 60 x 28 x 7mm or 2.4 x 1.1 x 0.3 in. 0N x H x D); weight: approx. 10g or 0.35 oz.
SpecificationS-continued Battery power confirmation In LCD panel and viewfinder, with exposure meter on LCD panel
Index Dynamic AF Mode ...... ...... ...... ........... .46-47 A AF-Assist Illuminator .... .... ........ ............ .. .... .. .. ..... ........ 29. 39.50-51.88.97. 109-110 Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode ...... . .. .. ....... ........ 10.27.32.58-59. 88. 97.99 Auto Exposure Bracketing ...... .... ........ ........ . ........... .. .35. 54-55. 62. 66-68. 70. 88. 121 Autofocus ..... .. ..... .. ..... ........... .. .... .24-25. 44 Dynamic AF Mode with Center-Subject Priority .......... .........
Index-continued L s Long Time exposure (Time) ... ....... ..... 57. 62 Self-timer ....... ...... .. .... .. ... ..... ... .. .. ...... ..40-41 M Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode .......... .................. .10. 27. 32. 56-57.88. 97.99 Manual exposure mode .................. ... ..... .... . ..... ...... ... ..... 10. 27. 32. 60-62. 88. 97. 99 Single Area Mode ....... .. ... .................. .46-47 Manual focus ....... ..... ... ... ...... ... ... ...... .25. 45 Single Servo AF ..... .......
Custom Setting Menu Function ,, Beep sound 2 Warning indications in the viewfinder :I Bracketing order Focus area illumination '-I 5 Auto Exposure Lock when shutter release button is lightly pressed AE-L button 6 ..,, (initial setting) . Activated Disabled " . Displayed (initial setting) ... Dff "... Metered value, under, over (initial setting) . Under, metered value, over " . Automatically illuminated for low light (initial setting) .'. Canceled c : Always illuminated u. u. u. ". '.
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