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• Package Contents
• Table of Contents
• Menu List
• For Your Safety
• Notices
• Getting to Know the Camera
• First Steps
• Basic Photography and Playback
• Basic Settings
• Shooting Controls
• The i Menu
• More About Playback
• Menu Guide
• Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices
• Connecting to Other Devices
• On-Camera Flash Photography
• Remote Flash Photography
• Troubleshooting
• Technical Notes

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• Page 1
  DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page xxii). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.
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  • Wireless connections to computers, smartphones, and tablets • Connecting to other devices • Flash photography using optional flash units The Reference Manual can also be viewed online in html format. nikon online manual Z 50 https://onlinemanual.nikonimglib.com/z50/en/ Z 50 Model Name: N1912…
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   For a guide to basic shooting and playback, read: The User’s Manual (included) Master basic camera operations and features. Outline: • Table of Contents • Menu List • Getting to Know the Camera • First Steps • Basic Photography and Playback •…
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  (manuals for the lens may also be provided). The Nikon Download Center Visit the Nikon download center to download firmware updates, ViewNX-i and other Nikon software, and manuals for Nikon products including cameras, NIKKOR lenses, and flash units. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/…
• Page 5
  About This Manual Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using this product. This icon marks tips, additional information you may find helpful when using this product.

• Page 6: Table Of Contents

  Table of Contents Package Contents ……………. iv Menu List ………………. xviii For Your Safety …………….xxii Notices………………xxvi Getting to Know the Camera Parts of the Camera …………..1 Camera Body ………………..1 The Monitor and Viewfinder……………5 Camera Controls…………….7 The Viewfinder………………7 The Monitor Mode Button…………..8 The Mode Dial………………9 The Command Dials …………….9…

• Page 7
  Insert the Battery and a Memory Card……..32 Attach a Lens…………….36 Turn the Camera On …………..38 Basic Photography and Playback Taking Photographs (b Mode) ……….40 Shooting Movies (b Mode)…………44 Basic Playback…………….48 Viewing Movies ………………48 Deleting Unwanted Pictures …………50 Basic Settings Focus………………..
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  h (Scene Modes) …………….84 k Portrait ………………85 l Landscape……………..85 p Child………………..85 m Sports………………86 n Close up………………86 o Night Portrait…………….86 r Night Landscape …………..87 s Party/Indoor…………….87 t Beach/Snow …………….87 d Sunset………………88 e Dusk/Dawn…………….88 f Pet Portrait …………….88 g Candlelight……………..89 j Blossom………………89 z Autumn Colors …………….89 0 Food …………………90 q (Special Effect Modes) ……………91…
• Page 9
  The Built-In Flash……………107 Flash Modes………………108 Flash Compensation……………..111 FV Lock ………………..112 The i Menu Using the i Menu …………..114 The Photo-Mode i Menu…………115 Set Picture Control …………….116 White Balance ………………120 Image Quality………………126 Image Size ………………..128 Flash Mode……………….129 Metering………………..131 Wi-Fi Connection …………….132 Active D-Lighting…………….133 Release Mode………………135 Optical VR …………………139…
• Page 10
  More About Playback Viewing Pictures …………… 149 Full-Frame Playback …………….. 149 Thumbnail Playback…………….. 150 Photo Information…………..151 The i Button: Playback…………159 Select to Send/Deselect…………..161 Choose Start/End Point…………..162 Save Current Frame…………….165 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom……..166 Deleting Pictures …………..
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  ISO Sensitivity Settings…………196 White Balance …………….198 Set Picture Control …………..204 Manage Picture Control …………206 Color Space……………..209 Active D-Lighting…………..209 Long Exposure NR …………..210 High ISO NR …………….210 Vignette Control ……………211 Diffraction Compensation………….211 Auto Distortion Control…………211 Flicker Reduction Shooting………..212 Metering ………………212 Flash Control …………….213 Flash Mode………………215 Flash Compensation…………..216 Release Mode…………….216…
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  Set Picture Control…………..260 Manage Picture Control…………260 Active D-Lighting …………..260 High ISO NR …………….260 Vignette Control…………… 261 Diffraction Compensation ………… 261 Auto Distortion Control …………261 Flicker Reduction…………..261 Metering………………262 Release Mode (Save Frame) ……….262 Focus Mode…………….
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  b: Metering/Exposure…………..274 b1: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl ………..274 b2: Easy Exposure Compensation ……..274 b3: Center-Weighted Area …………275 b4: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure ……..275 c: Timers/AE Lock …………….276 c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L……….276 c2: Self-Timer…………….276 c3: Power Off Delay…………..277 d: Shooting/Display…………..278 d1: CL Mode Shooting Speed……….278 d2: Max.
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  g: Movie……………….. 297 g1: Customize i Menu …………297 g2: Custom Controls …………… 298 g3: AF Speed …………….303 g4: AF Tracking Sensitivity………… 303 g5: Highlight Display ………….. 304 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup……… 305 Format Memory Card …………. 306 Save User Settings …………..
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  N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies …327 NEF (RAW) Processing………….330 Trim………………..333 Resize ………………..334 D-Lighting ……………….336 Quick Retouch …………….336 Red-Eye Correction …………..337 Straighten………………337 Distortion Control…………..338 Perspective Control …………..339 Image Overlay…………….340 Trim Movie ………………343 Side-by-Side Comparison…………343 O My Menu/m Recent Settings……….345 Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices Network Options ……………350…
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  Connecting to Other Devices Connecting to Computers Via USB ……..391 Installing ViewNX-i…………….392 Copying Pictures to the Computer……….393 Connecting to Printers …………396 Printing Pictures One at a Time………… 397 Printing Multiple Pictures…………… 398 Connecting to HDMI Devices ……….399 Connecting to Other HDMI Devices ………..
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  The Camera Display …………..423 The Monitor: Photo Mode …………..423 The Monitor: Movie Mode …………..428 The Viewfinder: Photo Mode…………429 The Viewfinder: Movie Mode…………431 The Nikon Creative Lighting System ……..432 Other Accessories…………..437 Charging AC Adapters …………..439 Software………………442 Caring for the Camera …………..443 Storage ………………..443…

• Page 18: Menu List

  Menu List The camera offers the following menus. For a more complete description of individual menu items, refer to the “Menu Guide” chapter in the Reference Manual. PLAYBACK MENU PHOTO SHOOTING MENU Delete Active D-Lighting Playback folder Long exposure NR Playback display options High ISO NR Image review…

• Page 19
  MOVIE SHOOTING MENU CUSTOM SETTING MENU Reset movie shooting menu Reset custom settings File naming a Autofocus Frame size/frame rate a1 AF-C priority selection Movie quality Auto-area AF face/eye detection Movie file type a3 Focus points used ISO sensitivity settings a4 AF activation White balance a5 Focus point wrap-around…
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  CUSTOM SETTING MENU CUSTOM SETTING MENU d Shooting/display f Controls f1 Customize i menu d1 CL mode shooting speed d2 Max. continuous release Custom controls (shooting) d3 Exposure delay mode Custom controls d4 Shutter type (playback) Limit selectable image f4 Customize command dials area f5 Release button to use dial d6 File number sequence…
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  SETUP MENU RETOUCH MENU Format memory card NEF (RAW) processing Save user settings Trim Reset user settings Resize Language D-Lighting Time zone and date Quick retouch Monitor brightness Red-eye correction Viewfinder brightness Straighten Viewfinder color balance Distortion control Information display Perspective control AF fine-tune Image overlay…

• Page 22: For Your Safety

  For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a high risk of death or severe injury.

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  • Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the lens. Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment. • Do not aim the flash or AF-assist illuminator at the operator of a motor vehicle.
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  • Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless features when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited. The radio-frequency emissions produced by this product could interfere with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities. •…
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  • Charge only as indicated. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire. • If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean water and seek immediate medical attention. Delaying action could result in eye injuries.

• Page 26: Notices

  Notices • No part of the manuals included with • Nikon will not be held liable for any this product may be reproduced, damages resulting from the use of transmitted, transcribed, stored in a this product. retrieval system, or translated into •…

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  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 •…
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  Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including lenses, chargers, batteries, charging AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

• Page 29: Getting To Know The Camera

  Getting to Know the Camera Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the names and functions of 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. Parts of the Camera Refer to this section for the names and locations of camera controls and displays.

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  The Camera Body (Continued) AF-assist illuminator ….42, 272 Lens mounting mark ….36 Red-eye reduction lamp… 108, 129 Image sensor ……. 444 Self-timer lamp ……138 Connector for external Built-in flash……29, 107 microphone ……. 437 Flash pop-up control …29, 107 USB connector ….391, 396 Cover for microphone connector Charge lamp ……..
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  G button……21, 171 Monitor mode button…..8 O button ……… 50 Viewfinder eyepiece….438 K button ……..48 Viewfinder ………7 i button……… 24, 114 Eye sensor……….7 Diopter adjustment control ..7 DISP button……..18 A (L) button ….20, 74, 104 W button…. 20, 23, 49, 150 J button ……..
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  The Camera Body (Continued) Sub-command dial ….9, 294 Lens release button ……37 Fn1 button ….27, 67, 286, 298 CPU contacts Fn2 button ….27, 51, 286, 298 Tripod socket ……..80 Battery-chamber cover latch..32 Battery latch ……..32 Battery-chamber cover ….32 Memory card slot ……32 Lens mount ……..36 Product Serial Number The serial number for this product can be…

• Page 33: The Monitor And Viewfinder

  The Monitor and Viewfinder At default settings, the following indicators appear in the monitor and viewfinder in photo mode; for a full list of indicators, see “The Camera Display” (0 423). Monitor Viewfinder 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 4 5 6 7 8 20 19 18 17 16…

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  Aperture………..77 Shutter type……… 279 Shutter speed ……76, 78 “Clock not set” indicator….39 Subject tracking……62 Optical VR indicator..139, 216 Metering ….. 131, 212, 262 Touch shooting ……. 12, 63 Battery indicator ……34 AF-area brackets……56 The following items appear in movie mode.

• Page 35: Camera Controls

  Camera Controls This section outlines how to use various camera controls and displays. The Viewfinder Placing your eye to the viewfinder activates the eye sensor, switching the display from the monitor to the viewfinder (note that the eye sensor will also respond to other objects, such as your fingers).

• Page 36: The Monitor Mode Button

  The Monitor Mode Button Press the monitor mode button to cycle between viewfinder and monitor displays. Press the monitor mode button to cycle through the displays as follows. Automatic display switch: The display switches from the monitor to the viewfinder when you place your eye to the viewfinder, and from the viewfinder to the monitor when you take your eye away.

• Page 37: The Mode Dial

  The Mode Dial Rotate the mode dial to Mode dial choose from the following modes: • b Auto: A “point-and-shoot” mode in which the camera sets exposure and hue (0 40, 44). • P Programmed auto: The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure.

• Page 38: The S (Iso Sensitivity) Button

  The S (ISO Sensitivity) Button The camera adjusts its sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) in response to the lighting conditions in effect at the time the picture is taken. ❚❚ Adjusting ISO Sensitivity ISO sensitivity can be adjusted in all modes except b and 4. •…

• Page 39: The E (Exposure Compensation) Button

  The E (Exposure Compensation) Button Exposure compensation alters exposure from the value chosen by the camera. Use it to make pictures brighter or darker. Exposure No exposure Exposure compensation: −1 EV compensation compensation: +1 EV • Exposure compensation can be adjusted by holding the E button and rotating either command dial.

• Page 40: Touch Controls

  Touch Controls The touch-sensitive monitor can be used to adjust camera settings, focus and release the shutter, view photos and movies, enter text, and navigate the menus. Touch controls are not available while the viewfinder is in use. ❚❚ Focusing and Releasing the Shutter Touch the monitor to focus on the selected point (touch AF).

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  ❚❚ Taking Pictures in Self-Portrait Mode • Self-portrait mode is selected automatically when the monitor is in the self-portrait position. • In self-portrait mode, exposure Self-timer compensation and self-timer settings can be adjusted using touch controls. • Tap the self-timer icon to choose the shutter-release delay and the number of pictures taken.
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  Self-Portrait Mode Note the following: • Selecting self-portrait mode disables all controls except the power switch, shutter-release button, movie-record button, photo/movie selector, mode dial, and flash pop-up control. • If the option selected for Custom Setting c3 (Power off delay) > Standby timer is less than a minute, the timer will expire if no operations are performed for about a minute;…
• Page 43
  Use stretch and pinch gestures to zoom in and out and slide to scroll. You can also give the display two quick taps to zoom in from full-frame playback or cancel zoom. To “zoom out” to a thumbnail view, use a pinch gesture in full-frame playback.
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  ❚❚ The i Menu Tap the i icon to display the i menu during shooting (0 24, 114). Tap items to view options. ❚❚ Text Entry When a keyboard is displayed, you can Text display area enter text by tapping the keys (to cycle through the upper- and lower-case and symbol keyboards, tap the keyboard selection button) or move the cursor by…
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  ❚❚ Navigating the Menus Slide up or down to scroll. Tap a menu icon to choose a menu. Tap menu items to display options and tap icons or sliders to change. To exit without changing settings, tap Z. The Touch Screen The touch screen responds to static electricity and may not respond when covered with third-party protective films, when touched with fingernails or gloved hands, or when touched simultaneously in…

• Page 46: The Disp Button

  The DISP Button Use the DISP button to view or hide indicators in the monitor or viewfinder. ❚❚ Photo Mode In photo mode, tapping the DISP button cycles the display as follows:  1 Indicators on Simplified display Histogram Information display  2 Virtual horizon (0 426)

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  ❚❚ Movie Mode In movie mode, tapping the DISP button cycles the display as follows: Indicators on Simplified display Virtual horizon Histogram Getting to Know the Camera…

• Page 48: The X And W Buttons

  The X and W Buttons The X and W buttons are used to zoom the display in the monitor in or out during shooting and playback. ❚❚ Shooting Tap X to zoom in on the display in the monitor. Tap X to increase the zoom ratio, W to zoom out. ❚❚…

• Page 49: The G Button

  The G Button Press the G button to view the menus. D: Playback menu ….182 C: Photo shooting menu..188 1: Movie shooting menu..257 A: Custom Settings menu..265 B: Setup menu……305 N: Retouch menu…… 327 O/m: My Menu or recent settings (defaults to My Menu)……..

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  Highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu.
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  Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option (options that are displayed in gray are not currently available and cannot be selected). Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item.

• Page 52: The I Button (I Icon)

  The i Button (i Icon) For quick access to frequently-used settings, press the i button or tap the i icon in the display. Tap the desired item or highlight items and press J to view options. You can also adjust settings by highlighting items and rotating the command dials.

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  ❚❚ Customizing the i Menu The items displayed in the photo-mode i menu can be chosen using Custom Setting f1 (Customize i menu). Select Custom Setting f1. In the Custom Settings menu, highlight Custom Setting f1 (Customize i menu) and press J (for information on using the menus, see “The G Button”, 0 21).
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  Options That Can Be Assigned to the i Menu The following options can be assigned to the i menu for photo mode: • Choose image area • Flash mode • Exposure delay • Image quality • Flash compensation mode • Image size •…

• Page 55: The Function Buttons (Fn1 And Fn2)

  The Function Buttons (Fn1 and Fn2) The Fn1 and Fn2 buttons can also be used Fn1 button for quick access to selected settings during shooting. The settings assigned to these buttons can be chosen using Custom Setting f2 (Custom controls (shooting)) and the selected setting adjusted by pressing the button and Fn2 button…

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  Choose an option. Highlight an option and press J to assign it to the selected button and return to the menu displayed in Step 2. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to choose the role played by the remaining button. Exit. Press the G button to save changes and exit.

• Page 57: The Flash Pop-Up Control

  The Flash Pop-Up Control Slide the flash pop-up control to raise the built-in flash. • Raise the built-in flash for flash photography. The built-in flash will not fire while lowered. Getting to Know the Camera…

• Page 58: First Steps

  First Steps Complete the steps in this chapter before taking pictures for the first time. Attach the Camera Strap A strap is supplied with the camera; additional straps are available separately. Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. 30 First Steps…

• Page 59: Charge The Battery

  Charge the Battery The battery can be charged using the supplied battery charger. The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions in “For Your Safety” (0 xxii) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions” (0 446). The Battery Charger Insert the battery and plug the charger in.

• Page 60: Insert The Battery And A Memory Card

  Insert the Battery and a Memory Card Before inserting or removing the battery or memory cards, confirm that the camera power switch is in the OFF position. Insert the battery in the orientation shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted.

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  Removing the Battery To remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand. Removing Memory Cards After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the camera off, open the battery-chamber cover, and press the…
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  Battery Level The battery level is shown in the shooting display while the camera is on. Monitor Viewfinder • The battery level display changes as the battery level diminishes, from L through K and finally to H. When the battery level falls to H, suspend shooting and charge the battery or ready a spare battery.
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  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 the battery during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer or other device.

• Page 64: Attach A Lens

  Attach a Lens The camera can be used with Z mount lenses. Before attaching or removing lenses, confirm that the camera power switch is in the OFF position. Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed, and be sure to remove the lens cap before taking pictures.

• Page 65
  F Mount Lenses Be sure to attach the FTZ mount adapter (available separately) before using F mount lenses. Attempting to attach F mount lenses directly to the camera could damage the lens or image sensor. Detaching Lenses Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses.

• Page 66: Turn The Camera On

  Turn the Camera On When you first turn the camera on, you will be prompted to choose a language using the multi selector and J button. Press G and use the multi selector and J button to set the camera clock. No other operations can be performed until the clock is set.

• Page 67
  The t (“Clock Not Set”) Icon The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed. Two days of charging will power the clock for about a month. If a t icon flashes in the display, the clock has been reset and the date and time recorded with new photographs will not be correct.

• Page 68: Basic Photography And Playback

  Basic Photography and Playback This chapter explains the basics of taking and viewing photos. Taking Photographs (b Mode) Follow the steps below to take photographs in b (auto) mode, an automatic “point-and-shoot” mode in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions.

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  Select b mode. Rotate the mode dial to b. Mode dial Ready the camera. Hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Bring your elbows in against the sides of your chest. Framing photos in the viewfinder Landscape (wide) orientation Portrait (tall) orientation…
• Page 70
  Frame the photograph. Frame the shot with your subject in the AF-area brackets. AF-area brackets Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. • If the subject is stationary, the focus point will be displayed in green when the camera focuses. If the camera is unable to focus, the AF- area brackets will flash.
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  Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph (you can also take a photograph by touching the monitor: touch your subject to focus and lift your finger to release the shutter). The memory card access lamp will light while the photo is recorded to the memory card.

• Page 72: Shooting Movies (B Mode)

  Shooting Movies (b Mode) b (auto) mode can also be used for simple, “point-and-shoot” movie recording. Turn the camera on. The monitor will light. Select movie mode. Rotate the photo/movie selector to 1. Note that the built-in flash and optional flash units cannot be used when the camera is in movie mode.

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  Start recording. Press the movie-record button to start recording. While recording is in progress, the camera will display a recording indicator and the time remaining. The camera can be Movie-record button refocused at any time during Recording indicator recording by tapping your subject in the display.
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  In movie mode, photos can be taken without interrupting recording by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down. The release mode (single- frame or continuous) can be selected before shooting begins using the Release mode (save frame) option in the movie shooting menu (note that regardless of the option chosen, only one photo can be taken with each press while movie recording is in progress).
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  During Shooting Flicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the display and in photos and movies shot under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps or with subjects that are in motion, particularly if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves horizontally at high speed through the frame.

• Page 76: Basic Playback

  Basic Playback Photographs and movies can be viewed on the camera. Press the K button. A picture will appear in the display. View additional pictures. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. When pictures are displayed in the monitor, you can view other pictures by flicking a finger left or right over the display.

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  The following operations can be performed: Operation Description Press 3 to pause playback. Pause Press J to resume playback when playback is paused Play or during rewind/advance. Press 4 to rewind, 2 to advance. Speed increases with each press, from 2× to 4× to 8× to 16×; keep the control pressed to skip to the beginning or end of the movie (the first frame is indicated by a h in the top Rewind/advance…

• Page 78: Deleting Unwanted Pictures

  Deleting Unwanted Pictures Press the O button to delete the current picture. Note that pictures cannot be recovered once deleted. Display a picture you wish to delete. Display a photo or movie you wish to delete as described in “Basic Playback”…

• Page 79: Basic Settings

  Basic Settings This chapter covers basic shooting and playback settings. Focus Focus can be adjusted automatically, manually, or using touch controls. How the camera focuses is governed by your choice of focus mode and AF-area mode. Choosing a Focus Mode The focus mode controls how the camera focuses.

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  Option Description For stationary subjects. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. If the camera is able to focus, the focus point will turn from red to green; focus will AF-S Single AF lock while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
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  Autofocus The display may brighten or darken while the camera focuses and the focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus. The camera may be unable to focus using autofocus in the following situations: •…

• Page 82: Af-Area Mode

  AF-Area Mode The focus point can be positioned using the multi selector. AF-area mode controls how the camera selects the focus-point for autofocus. The default setting is Auto-area AF, but other options can be selected using the AF- area mode items in the i menu and the photo and movie shooting menus (0 140, 216, 262).

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  Option Description The camera focuses on a point selected by the user. If the subject briefly leaves the selected point, the camera will focus based on information from surrounding focus points. Use for photographs of athletes and other active subjects Dynamic-area AF that are hard to frame using single-point AF.
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  Option Description • The camera automatically detects the subject and selects the focus area. • Use on occasions when you don’t have time to select the focus point yourself, for portraits, or for snapshots and other spur-of-the-moment photos. • A yellow border indicating the focus point appears around the faces of human subjects detected by the camera.
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  s: The Center Focus Point In all AF-area modes except Auto-area AF, a dot appears in the focus point when it is in the center of the frame. Quick Focus-Point Selection For quicker focus-point selection, choose Every other point for Custom Setting a3 (Focus points used) to use only a quarter of the available focus points (the number of points available for Wide-area AF (L) does not change).
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  ❚❚ Face/Eye-Detection AF When photographing portrait subjects with Auto-area AF, use Custom Setting a2 (Auto-area AF face/eye detection) to choose whether the camera detects both faces and eyes (face/eye-detection AF) or only faces (face-detection AF) of human portrait subjects. • If Face and eye detection on is selected and a human face is detected, a yellow border indicating the focus point will appear around the subject’s…
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  Face/Eye-Detection AF • Eye detection is not available in movie mode. • Eyes or faces may not be detected as expected if: — the subject’s face occupies a very large or very small proportion of the frame, — the subject’s face is lit too brightly or too poorly, — the subject is wearing glasses or sunglasses, — the subject’s face or eyes are obscured by hair or other objects, or — the subject moves excessively during shooting.
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  ❚❚ Animal-Detection AF In modes other than b, the camera will detect the faces and eyes of dogs and cats (animal-detection AF) when Animal detection on is selected for Custom Setting a2 (Auto-area AF face/eye detection). Animal detection on is enabled at all times in f (pet portrait) mode.
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  Animal-Detection AF • Depending on shooting conditions, the camera may fail to detect the faces or eyes of some breeds when Animal detection on is enabled. Alternatively, the camera may display a border around subjects that are not the faces or eyes of dogs or cats. •…
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  ❚❚ Subject Tracking When Auto-area AF is selected for AF- area mode, the camera can track the subject in the selected focus point. • Press J to enable focus tracking; the focus point will change to a targeting reticle. • Position the reticle over the target and press J again to start tracking;…

• Page 91: The Touch Shutter

  The Touch Shutter Touch controls can be used to focus and release the shutter. Touch the display to focus and lift your finger to release the shutter. Tap the icon shown in the illustration to choose the operation performed by tapping the display in shooting mode.

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  Taking Pictures Using Touch Shooting Options • Touch controls cannot be used for manual focus. • The shutter-release button can be used to take pictures when the W icon is displayed. • Touch controls cannot be used to take photographs during movie recording.

• Page 93: Manual Focus

  Manual Focus Manual focus can be used when autofocus does not produce the desired results. Position the focus point over your subject and rotate the focus or control ring until the subject is in focus. For greater precision, tap the X button to zoom in on the view through the lens.

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  Lenses with Focus-Mode Selection Manual focus can be selected using the controls on the lens. Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between your subject and the camera, measure 16 mm from the focal plane mark (E) on the camera body. The distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is 16 mm (0.63 in.).

• Page 95: White Balance

  White Balance White balance ensures that white objects appear white, regardless of the color of the light source. The default setting (j) is recommended with most light sources. If the desired results cannot be achieved with auto white balance, choose another option as described below.

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   * Option Description White balance is adjusted automatically for optimal results with most light sources. When the built-in Auto flash or an optional flash unit is used, white balance will be adjusted according to the lighting produced by the flash. Keep white (reduce warm Eliminate warm color cast produced by incandescent lighting.
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  Option  * Description Use with studio strobe lighting and Flash 5400 other large flash units. Choose color temperature from list of 2500– Choose color values or by holding Fn1 button and 10,000 temperature rotating sub-command dial. Measure white balance for subject or light source (press and hold Fn1 button to enter direct measurement mode, 0 123), copy white balance…
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  D (“Natural Light Auto”) D (Natural light auto) may not produce the desired results under artificial light. Choose 4 (Auto) or an option that matches the light source. White Balance Fine-Tuning At settings other than Choose color temperature, white balance can be fine-tuned using the White balance items in the i menu and the photo and movie shooting menus (0 121).

• Page 99: Silent Photography

  Silent Photography To enable the electronic shutter and eliminate the noise and vibration caused by operation of the mechanical shutter, select On for Silent photography in the photo shooting menu. Regardless of the setting chosen for Beep options in the setup menu, no beep will sound when the camera focuses or while the self-timer is counting down.

• Page 100
  Silent Photography Selecting On for Silent photography mutes the shutter, but this does not absolve photographers of the need to respect their subjects’ privacy and image rights. Although the noise of the mechanical shutter is muted, other sounds may still be audible, for example during autofocus or aperture adjustment.

• Page 101: Rating Pictures

  Rating Pictures Selected pictures can be rated or marked as candidates for later deletion. Ratings can also be viewed in Capture NX-D and ViewNX-i. Protected pictures cannot be rated. Select an image. Press the K button to start playback and display a picture you want to rate. Display the i menu.

• Page 102: Protecting Pictures From Deletion

  Protecting Pictures from Deletion Use the A (L) button to protect pictures from accidental deletion. Note that this does prevent pictures being deleted when the memory card is formatted. Select an image. Press the K button to start playback and display a picture you want to protect.

• Page 103: Shooting Controls

  Shooting Controls This chapter describes controls that can be used during shooting. The Mode Dial Rotate the mode dial to choose from the following modes: • b Auto: A “point-and-shoot” mode in which the camera sets exposure and hue Mode dial (0 40, 44).

• Page 104: P: Programmed Auto

  P: Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal exposure in most situations. Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture that produce the same exposure can be selected by rotating the main command dial (“flexible program”).

• Page 105: A: Aperture-Priority Auto

  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. To choose an aperture between the minimum and maximum values for the lens, rotate the sub-command dial. Movie Mode Exposure Settings The following exposure settings can be adjusted in movie mode: Aperture…

• Page 106: M: Manual

  M: Manual In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the sub-command dial to set aperture. Shutter speed can be set to values between 30 s and  s, 4000 Shutter…

• Page 107
  Exposure Indicators The exposure indicators show whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings. Depending on the option chosen for Custom Setting b1 (EV steps for exposure cntrl), the amount of under- or overexposure is shown in increments of  EV.
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  • Time: The exposure starts when the shutter-release button is pressed and ends when the button is pressed a second time. To prevent blur, mount the camera on a tripod. Nikon also recommends using a fully-charged battery to prevent loss of power while the shutter is open.
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  Choose a shutter speed. Rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb or Time. Bulb Time 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.

• Page 110: User Settings: U1 And U2 Modes

  User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes Assign frequently-used settings to the U1 and U2 positions on the mode dial. ❚❚ Saving User Settings Follow the steps below to save settings: Adjust settings. Make the desired adjustments to camera settings, including: •…

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  ❚❚ Recalling User Settings Rotating the mode dial to U1 or U2 recalls the settings last saved to that position. ❚❚ Resetting User Settings To reset settings for U1 or U2 to default values: Select Reset user settings. Highlight Reset user settings in the setup menu and press 2.

• Page 112: H (Scene Modes)

  h (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 in “Taking Photographs (b Mode)”…

• Page 113: Portrait

  Portrait Use for portraits with soft, natural- looking skin tones. If the subject is far from the background or a telephoto lens is used, background details will be softened to lend the composition a sense of depth. Landscape Use for vivid landscape shots in daylight.

• Page 114: Sports

  Sports Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. Close up Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects. Night Portrait Use for a natural balance between the main subject and the…

• Page 115: Night Landscape

  Night Landscape Reduce noise and unnatural colors when photographing night landscapes, including street lighting and neon signs. Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. Party/Indoor Capture the effects of indoor background lighting. Use for parties and other indoor scenes. Beach/Snow Capture the brightness of sunlit expanses of water, snow, or sand.

• Page 116: Sunset

  Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. Dusk/Dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before dawn or after sunset. Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. Pet Portrait Use for portraits of active pets.

• Page 117: Candlelight

  Candlelight For photographs taken by candlelight. Note The built-in flash turns off. Blossom Use for fields of flowers, orchards in bloom, and other landscapes featuring expanses of blossoms. Note The built-in flash turns off. Autumn Colors Captures the brilliant reds and yellows in autumn leaves.

• Page 118: Food

  Food Use for vivid photographs of food. Note If raised, the built-in flash will fire with every shot. Preventing Blur Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds. Scene Modes Some settings—for example, Picture Controls, white balance, or Custom Settings—cannot be changed depending on the mode selected.

• Page 119: Q (Special Effect Modes)

  q (Special Effect Modes) Special effects can be used when taking photographs and shooting movies. The following effects can be selected by rotating the mode dial to q and rotating the main command dial until the desired option appears in the monitor. Mode dial Main command dial Monitor…

• Page 120: Night Vision

  Night Vision Use under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities. Note Manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus. The built-in flash turns off; optional flash units will not fire. Super Vivid Overall saturation and contrast are increased for a more vibrant image.

• Page 121: U Photo Illustration

  Photo Illustration Sharpen outlines and simplify coloring for a poster effect. Press J to adjust settings (0 96). Notes • Movies shot in this mode play back like a slide show made up of a series of stills. • Autofocus is not available during movie recording. Toy Camera Effect Create photos and movies with saturation and peripheral…

• Page 122: Miniature Effect

  Miniature Effect Create photos that appear to be pictures of dioramas. Works best when shooting from a high vantage point. Press J to adjust settings (0 97). Notes • The built-in flash does not fire. • The AF-assist illuminator does not light. •…

• Page 123: Silhouette

  Silhouette Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. Note The built-in flash turns off. High Key Use with bright scenes to create bright images that seem filled with light. Note The built-in flash turns off. Low Key Use with dark scenes to create dark, low-key images with prominent highlights.

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  Preventing Blur Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds. Special Effect Modes • NEF (RAW) image quality options cannot be selected in 4, V, T, U, 5, 6, and 7 modes. • Some settings—for example, AF-area mode, Picture Controls, or white balance—cannot be changed depending on the mode selected.
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  ❚❚ Adjusting 6 (Miniature Effect) Settings To adjust settings, select 6 in special effects mode and then press J. Position the focus point. • Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that you want to be in focus. •…
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  ❚❚ Adjusting 7 (Selective Color) Settings To adjust settings, select 7 in special effects mode and then press J. Select colors. Selected color • Press J to view selective color options. • Frame an object of the desired color in the white square at the center of the display.
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  Select additional colors. • To select additional colors, rotate the main command dial to highlight another of the numbered color boxes and repeat Steps 1 and 2. • Up to 3 colors can be selected. • To deselect the highlighted color, press O. •…

• Page 128: The S (Iso Sensitivity) Button

  The S (ISO Sensitivity) Button Hold the S button and rotate the main S button command dial to adjust the camera’s sensitivity to light according to the amount of light available. The current setting is shown in the shooting display. Choose from settings of from ISO 100 to ISO 51200;…

• Page 129: Auto Iso Sensitivity Control

  Auto ISO Sensitivity Control In modes P, S, A, and M, auto ISO Sub-command dial sensitivity control can be enabled or disabled by holding the S button and rotating the sub-command dial. When auto ISO sensitivity control is enabled, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure cannot be achieved at the value selected with the S button and main command dial.

• Page 130: The E (Exposure Compensation) Button

  The E (Exposure Compensation) Button In modes other than b, exposure compensation can be used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. Choose from values between –5 EV (underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure) for photographs, or between −3 and +3 EV for movies.

• Page 131
  At values other than ±0.0, the camera displays a E icon (movie mode) or a E icon and the exposure indicator (photo mode) after you release the E button. The current value for exposure compensation can be confirmed by pressing the E button. Monitor Viewfinder Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure…

• Page 132: The A (L) Button

  The A (L) Button Press the A (L) button to lock focus and exposure. Autoexposure (AE) Lock Pressing the A (L) button locks exposure at the current setting. AE lock can be used to recompose shots after metering a subject that will not be in the selected focus area in the final composition, and is particularly effective with spot or center- weighted metering.

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  ❚❚ Locking Focus and Exposure Follow the steps below to use focus and exposure lock. Set focus and exposure. Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure. Lock focus and exposure. Shutter-release button With the shutter-release button pressed halfway, press the A (L)
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  Recompose the photograph and shoot. Focus will remain locked between shots if you keep the shutter-release button pressed halfway (AF-S) or keep the A (L) button pressed, allowing several photographs in succession to be taken at the same focus setting. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject while focus lock is in effect.

• Page 135: The Built-In Flash

  The Built-In Flash You’ll find that the built-in flash enhances the photographic experience in a variety of situations, including when lighting is poor or when you need to fill in shadows and backlit subjects. Before using the built-in flash, raise it by sliding the flash pop-up control.

• Page 136: Flash Modes

  Flash Modes Use the Flash mode option in the i or photo shooting menu to choose the effect produced by the flash. The options available vary with the shooting mode selected. Option Description Available in Fill flash (front-curtain sync): The flash fires with every P, S, A, M shot.

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  Option Description Available in Auto slow sync: As for “slow sync”, except that the flash fires only as required. Auto slow sync + red-eye: As for “slow-sync + red-eye”, except that the flash fires only as required. b, P, S, A, M, k, p, n, o, s, Flash off: The flash does not fire.
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  Shutter Speeds Available with the Built-In Flash Shutter speed can be set as follows when the built-in-flash unit is used: Mode Shutter speed b, p, n, s, f, 0, V, T, U, 5 Set automatically by camera ( s– Set automatically by camera ( s–…

• Page 139: Flash Compensation

  Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output by from –3 EV to +1 EV, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. By default, adjustments to exposure compensation are made in increments of EV. This can be changed to EV using Custom Setting b1 (EV steps for exposure cntrl).

• Page 140: Fv Lock

  FV Lock This feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash output is appropriate to the subject even when the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame. Flash output is adjusted automatically for any changes in ISO sensitivity and aperture.

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  Lock flash level. After confirming that the flash-ready indicator (c) appears in the camera display, press the control selected in Step 1. The flash unit will emit a monitor pre-flash to determine the appropriate flash level. Flash output will be locked at this level and FV lock icon (r) will appear in the camera display.

• Page 142: The I Menu

  The i Menu Pressing the i button displays the i menu: a menu of frequently-used settings for the current mode. Using the i Menu Press the i button to display the i menu. Highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options, then highlight an option and press J to select it and return to the i menu (to exit to the previous display without changing settings, press the i button).

• Page 143: The Photo-Mode I Menu

  The Photo-Mode i Menu At default settings, the following items appear in the i menu for photo mode. Set Picture Control……116 Wi-Fi connection……132 White balance……120 Active D-Lighting ……. 133 Image quality…….126 Release mode ……135 Image size……..128 Optical VR……..139 Flash mode……..129 AF-area mode……

• Page 144: Set Picture Control

  Set Picture Control Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene. Option Description The camera automatically adjusts hues and tones based on the Standard Picture Control. The complexions of portrait subjects will appear Auto softer, and such elements as the foliage and sky in outdoor shots more vivid, than in pictures taken with the Standard Picture Control.

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  To view Picture Control settings, highlight a Picture Control and press 3. Changes to settings can be previewed in the display (0 118). The current Picture Control is indicated by an icon in the display during shooting. The i Menu…
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  ❚❚ Modifying Picture Controls Picture Controls can be modified to suit the scene or the photographer’s creative intent. Highlight Set Picture Control in the i menu and press J to display the Picture Control list, then highlight a Picture Control and press 3 to display Picture Control settings.
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  The following settings are available: Option Description Mute or heighten the effect of Creative Picture Control. Effect level Quickly adjust levels for balanced Sharpening, Mid- Quick sharp range sharpening, and Clarity. You can also make individual adjustments to the following parameters: •…

• Page 148: White Balance

  White Balance Adjust white balance (for more information, see “White Balance”, 0 67). Option Option Auto Fluorescent Keep white (reduce warm colors) Sodium-vapor lamps Keep overall atmosphere Warm-white fluorescent Keep warm lighting colors White fluorescent Cool-white fluorescent Natural light auto Day white fluorescent Direct sunlight Daylight fluorescent…

• Page 149
  ❚❚ Fine-Tuning White Balance Selecting White balance in the i menu displays a list of white balance options. If an option other than Choose color temperature is highlighted, fine-tuning options can be displayed by pressing 3. Any changes to fine-tuning options can be previewed in the display.
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  ❚❚ Choosing a Color Temperature Selecting White balance in the i menu displays a list of white balance options. When Choose color temperature is highlighted, color temperature options can be viewed by pressing 3. Value for Value for Amber–Blue axis Green–Magenta axis Press 4 or 2 to highlight digits on the Amber–Blue or Green–…
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  ❚❚ Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall up to six custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. Follow the steps below to measure a value for preset manual white balance. Display white balance presets.
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  Measure white balance. To measure white balance, tap a white or gray object, or use the multi selector to position the r over a white or gray area of the display and either press J or press the shutter- release button all the way down (note that the r cannot be repositioned when the built-in flash is enabled or an optional flash unit is attached, in which case you will need to measure white balance with a white or gray object positioned in the…
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  Measuring Preset Manual White Balance Preset manual white balance cannot be measured while HDR or multiple exposure shooting is in progress. Direct Measurement Mode Direct measurement mode will end if no operations are performed in the time selected for Custom Setting c3 (Power off delay) > Standby timer.

• Page 154: Image Quality

  Image Quality Choose a file format for photographs. Option Description Record two copies of each photo: an NEF NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine (RAW) image and a JPEG copy. Only the JPEG copy is displayed during playback, but NEF (RAW) + JPEG normal deleting the JPEG copy also deletes the NEF (RAW) image.

• Page 155
  NEF (RAW) NEF (RAW) image files (extension “*.nef”) contain the raw image data output from the image sensor. Using Nikon’s ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D software, you can adjust and re-adjust settings such as exposure compensation and white balance as often as you please without degrading image quality, making this format ideal for photos that will be processed in multiple different ways.

• Page 156: Image Size

  Image Size Choose the size at which photographs are recorded. The option currently selected is shown in the display during shooting. The physical dimensions of the photos in pixels vary with the option selected for Choose image area in the photo shooting menu.

• Page 157: Flash Mode

  Flash Mode Choose a flash mode for the built-in flash. The options available depend on the mode selected with the mode dial. Option Available in Option Available in b, k, p, n, Fill flash Auto + red-eye s, f, V, T, P, S, A, M Red-eye reduction…

• Page 158
  Flash Modes Available with Optional Flash Units The flash modes available when an optional flash unit is attached vary with the mode selected with the mode dial. Option Available in b, P, S, A, M, k, l, p, m, n, r, s, t, d, e, f, g, j, z, V, T, U, 5, Fill flash 6, 1, 2, 3…

• Page 159: Metering

  Metering Metering determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available: Option Description The camera meters a wide area of the frame and sets exposure according to tone distribution, Matrix metering color, composition, and distance for results close to those seen by the naked eye.

• Page 160: Wi-Fi Connection

  Wi-Fi Connection Enable or disable Wi-Fi. Enable Wi-Fi to establish wireless connections to computers or between the camera and smartphones or tablets (smart devices) running the SnapBridge app. The camera displays a Wi-Fi icon when Wi-Fi is enabled. To turn Wi-Fi off, highlight Wi-Fi connection in the i menu and press J.

• Page 161: Active D-Lighting

  Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high- contrast scenes, for example when photographing brightly lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day. It is most effective when used with matrix metering.

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  Active D-Lighting Noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) may appear in photos taken with Active D-Lighting. Uneven shading may be visible with some subjects. Active D-Lighting does not apply at high ISO sensitivities (Hi 1 and Hi 2), including high sensitivities selected via auto ISO sensitivity control.

• Page 163: Release Mode

  Release Mode Choose the operation performed when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. Option Description The camera takes one photograph each time the Single frame shutter-release button is pressed. While the shutter-release button is held down, the camera records 1–4 frames per second.

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  The Shooting Display In continuous low-speed and continuous high-speed modes, the display is updated in real time even while shooting is in progress. Frame Advance Rate Frame advance rate varies with camera settings. The approximate maximum rates at different settings are given in the table below. Silent photography Release mode Image quality…
• Page 165
  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. The approximate number of images that can be stored in the buffer at current settings is shown in the exposure-count displays while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
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  ❚❚ The Self-Timer In self-timer mode, pressing the shutter-release button starts a timer, and a photo is taken when the timer expires. Select Release mode in the i menu, highlight Self-timer, and press 3. Choose the self-timer release delay and number of shots. Press J when settings complete.

• Page 167: Optical Vr

  Optical VR Choose whether to enable optical vibration reduction. The options available vary with the lens. Option Description Choose for enhanced optical vibration reduction Normal (VR enabled) when photographing static subjects. Choose when photographing athletes and other Sport subjects that are moving rapidly and unpredictably.

• Page 168: Af-Area Mode

  AF-Area Mode AF-area mode controls how the camera selects the focus-point for autofocus. For more information, see “AF-Area Mode” (0 54). Option Option Pinpoint AF Wide-area AF (S) Single-point AF Wide-area AF (L) Dynamic-area AF Auto-area AF The option currently selected is shown by an icon in the display during shooting.

• Page 169: The Movie-Mode I Menu

  The Movie-Mode i Menu At default settings, the following items appear in the i menu for movie mode. Set Picture Control……142 Wi-Fi connection……147 White balance……142 Active D-Lighting ……. 147 Frame size and rate/ Electronic VR…….. 147 image quality ……143 Optical VR……..

• Page 170: Set Picture Control

  Set Picture Control Choose a Picture Control for movie recording. For more information, see “Set Picture Control” (0 116). White Balance Adjust white balance for movie recording. For more information, see “White Balance” (0 67, 120). 142 The i Menu…

• Page 171: Frame Size, Frame Rate, And Movie Quality

  Frame Size, Frame Rate, and Movie Quality Select the movie frame size (in pixels) and frame rate. You can also choose from two Movie quality options: High quality (indicated by frame size/rate icons with “m”) and Normal. Together, these options determine the maximum bit rate, as shown in the following table.

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  The option currently selected is shown by an icon in the display. ❚❚ Slow-Motion Movies To record silent slow-motion movies, select a “slow-motion” option for Frame size/frame rate. Slow-motion movies are recorded at 4 or 5 times the rated speed and play back at the rated speed.

• Page 173: Microphone Sensitivity

  Microphone Sensitivity Turn the built-in or external microphones on or off or adjust microphone sensitivity. Choose bA to adjust sensitivity automatically or Microphone off to turn sound recording off or adjust microphone sensitivity manually by choosing a value between b1 and b20 (the higher the value, the higher the sensitivity).

• Page 174: Wind Noise Reduction

  Wind Noise Reduction Choose whether to enable wind-noise reduction during movie recording. Option Description Enable the built-in microphone’s low-cut filter, reducing noise produced by wind blowing over the microphone. Note that other sounds may also be affected. Disable wind noise reduction. An icon appears in the shooting display when On is selected for wind-noise reduction.

• Page 175: Metering

  Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure in movie mode. For more information, see “Metering” (0 131), but note that spot metering is not available. Wi-Fi Connection Enable or disable Wi-Fi. For more information, see “Wi-Fi Connection” (0 132). Active D-Lighting Choose an Active D-Lighting option for movie mode.

• Page 176: Optical Vr

  Optical VR Choose an optical vibration reduction option for movie mode. For more information, see “Optical VR” (0 139). AF-Area Mode Choose how the camera selects the focus point when autofocus is enabled in movie mode. For more information, see “AF-Area Mode”…

• Page 177: More About Playback

  More About Playback Learn more about viewing pictures and image information, the playback i menu, playback zoom, and deleting pictures. Viewing Pictures Use the X and W buttons to cycle between full-frame and thumbnail playback. Full-frame Thumbnail playback playback Full-Frame Playback Press the K button to view the most recent picture full frame in the display.

• Page 178: Thumbnail Playback

  Thumbnail Playback To view multiple images, tap the W button when a picture is displayed full frame. The number of images displayed increases from 4 to 9 to 72 each time you tap the W button and decreases each time you tap the X button. Use the multi selector to highlight images.

• Page 179: Photo Information

  Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full- frame playback. Press 1 or 3 or tap the DISP button to cycle through photo information as shown below. File information None (image only) Overview data Exposure Location data data Highlights RGB histogram…

• Page 180
  File Information Protect status ………74 Retouch indicator……. 327 Upload marking……161 Focus point ……..54 Frame number/ total number of frames Image quality ……126 Image size ……..128 Image area ……..193 Time of recording……. 307 Date of recording ……. 307 Rating……….73 Folder name………
• Page 181
  Highlights Highlights (areas that may be overexposed) Folder number-frame number ……..189 RGB Histogram Folder number-frame number ……..189 White balance……. 67, 120 Color temperature ….122 Preset manual ……. 123 White balance fine-tuning ……….121 Histogram (RGB channel) ..154 Histogram (red channel)…
• Page 182
  Playback Zoom To zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, tap X. Use the X and W buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the image with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the display.
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  Shooting Data Depending on settings at the time the picture was taken, there may be up to five pages of shooting data: general, flash info, Picture Control, advanced, and copyright information. ❚❚ Shooting Data, Page 1 (General) Metering ……..131 Shutter type ………
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  ❚❚ Shooting Data, Page 2 (Flash Info) Flash type Remote flash control ….405 Flash mode ……..108 Flash control mode ….213 Flash compensation ….216 ❚❚ Shooting Data, Page 3 (Picture Control) Picture Control ….116, 204 4 The items displayed vary with the Picture Control selected when the picture was taken. ❚❚…
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  ❚❚ Shooting Data, Page 5 (Copyright Information)  5 Name of photographer ….. 315 Copyright holder ……315 5 Copyright information is only displayed if recorded with the photograph using the Copyright information option in the setup menu. Location Data The latitude, longitude, and other location data are supplied by and vary with the smart device (0 317).
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  Overview Data 17 18 19 20 21 26 25 14 13 12 11 Frame number/ Metering……..131 total number of frames Shooting mode……75 Upload marking……161 Shutter speed……76, 78 Protect status……..74 Aperture ……….77 Retouch indicator ……. 327 ISO sensitivity ……

• Page 187: The I Button: Playback

  The i Button: Playback Pressing the i button during playback zoom or full-frame or thumbnail playback displays the i menu for playback mode. Select options using the multi selector and J button and press the i button to exit the menu and return to playback.

• Page 188
  Movies: The options below are available when a movie is selected. • Rating: Rate the current picture (0 73). • Select to send/deselect (PC): Select the current picture for upload. The option displayed varies with the type of device connected (0 161).

• Page 189: Select To Send/Deselect

  Select to Send/Deselect Follow the steps below to select the current picture for upload to a smart device or computer. The i menu options used to select pictures for upload vary with the type of device connected: • Select to send/deselect (smart device): Displayed when the camera is connected to a smart device via built-in Bluetooth using the Connect to smart device item in the setup menu (0 318).

• Page 190: Choose Start/End Point

  Choose Start/End Point Follow the steps below to create trimmed copies of movies. Display a movie full frame. Pause the movie on the new opening frame. Play the movie back as described in “Viewing Movies” (0 48), pressing J to start and resume playback and 3 to pause, and pressing 4 or 2 or Movie progress bar rotating the main command dial to…

• Page 191
  Select Start point. To create a copy that begins from the current frame, highlight Start point and press J. The frames before the current frame will be removed when you save the copy in Step 9. Start point Confirm the new start point. If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to advance or rewind (to skip to 10 s ahead or back,…
• Page 192
  Create the copy. Once the desired frame is displayed, press 1. Preview the movie. To preview the copy, highlight Preview and press J (to interrupt the preview and return to the save options menu, press 1). To abandon the current copy and select a new start point or end point as described above, highlight Cancel and press J;…

• Page 193: Save Current Frame

  Save Current Frame To save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still: Pause the movie on the desired frame. Play the movie back as described in “Viewing Movies” (0 48), pressing J to start and resume playback and 3 to pause.

• Page 194: Taking A Closer Look: Playback Zoom

  Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom To zoom in during full-frame playback, tap X or press J. Navigation window On-screen guide While zoom is in effect, you can: • Zoom in or out/view other areas of the image: Tap X or use stretch gestures to zoom in to a maximum of approximately 21×…

• Page 195
  • View other images: Rotate the main command dial or tap the e or f icons at the bottom of the display to view the same location in other photos at the current zoom ratio. Playback zoom is cancelled when a movie is displayed. •…

• Page 196: Deleting Pictures

  Deleting Pictures Press the O button to delete the current picture or use the Delete option in the playback menu to delete multiple selected pictures, all pictures taken on a selected date, or all pictures in the current playback folder (protected pictures cannot be deleted).

• Page 197: The Playback Menu

  The Playback Menu The Delete item 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 Delete selected pictures. Selected Delete all pictures taken on selected dates (0 170). Select date Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback (0 183).

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  ❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Pictures Taken on Selected Dates To delete all unprotected pictures taken on selected dates, choose Delete > Select date in the playback menu and follow the steps below. Select dates. Highlight a date and press 2 to select all pictures taken on the highlighted date.

• Page 199: Menu Guide

  Menu Guide Learn more about camera menus. Defaults The default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. Playback Menu Defaults Option Default Delete — Playback folder Playback display options Focus point Exposure info Highlights RGB histogram Shooting data Overview None (image only)

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  Photo Shooting Menu Defaults Option Default Reset photo shooting menu — Storage folder Rename NZ_50 Select folder by number File naming Choose image area DX (24×16) Image quality JPEG normal Image size Large NEF (RAW) recording 14-bit ISO sensitivity settings h, q (excluding 4): Auto ISO sensitivity P, S, A, M: 100…
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  Option Default Flash control Flash control mode (built-in)/Flash control mode (external) Wireless flash options b, k, p, n, f, V, T, 5: Auto o: Auto slow sync s: Auto + red-eye reduction Flash mode U: Flash off P, S, A, M: Fill flash Flash compensation m, f: Continuous H Release mode…
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  Option Default HDR (high dynamic range) HDR mode Exposure differential Auto Smoothing Normal Save individual images (NEF) Interval timer shooting Choose start day/time Interval 1 minute Intervals×shots/interval 0001×1 Exposure smoothing Silent photography Interval priority Starting storage folder New folder Reset file numbering Time-lapse movie Interval Shooting time…
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  Movie Shooting Menu Defaults Option Default Reset movie shooting menu — File naming Frame size/frame rate 1920×1080; 60p Movie quality Normal Movie file type ISO sensitivity settings Maximum sensitivity 25600 Auto ISO control (mode M) ISO sensitivity (mode M) White balance Same as photo settings Fine-tuning A-B: 0, G-M: 0…
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  Option Default n, g, 0: Single-point AF m, f: Wide-area AF (S) P, S, A, M, k, l, p, o, r, s, t, AF-area mode d, e, j, z, 4, V, T, 5, 7, 1, 2, 3: Auto-area AF Optical VR Same as photo settings Electronic VR Microphone sensitivity…
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  Option Default b4 Fine-tune optimal exposure Matrix metering Center-weighted metering Spot metering Highlight-weighted metering c1 Shutter-release button AE-L c2 Self-timer Self-timer delay 10 s Number of shots Interval between shots 0.5 s c3 Power off delay Playback 10 s Menus 1 min Image review Standby timer…
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  Option Default e1 Flash sync speed 1/200 s e2 Flash shutter speed 1/60 s e3 Exposure comp. for flash Entire frame e4 Auto c ISO sensitivity control Subject and background e5 Bracketing order MTR > under > over f1 Customize i menu Set Picture Control;…
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  Option Default g1 Customize i menu Set Picture Control; White balance; Frame size and rate/Image quality; Microphone sensitivity; Wind noise reduction; Metering; Wi-Fi connection; Active D-Lighting; Electronic VR; Optical VR; AF-area mode; Focus mode g2 Custom controls Fn1 button White balance Fn2 button Focus mode/AF-area mode AE-L/AF-L button…
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  Setup Menu Defaults Option Default Format memory card — Save user settings — Reset user settings — (Default varies with country of Language purchase) Time zone and date (Default varies with country of Time zone purchase) (Default varies with country of Date and time purchase) (Default varies with country of…
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  Option Default Touch controls Enable/disable touch controls Enable Left V Right Full-frame playback flicks Self-portrait mode Enable HDMI Output resolution Auto Output range Auto Location data display — Airplane mode Disable Connect to smart device Pairing (Bluetooth) — Select to send (Bluetooth) —…

• Page 210: D The Playback Menu: Managing Images

  D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To view playback options, select the D tab in the camera menus. Option Option Delete After delete Playback folder Rotate tall Playback display options Slide show Image review Rating See Also For menu defaults, see “Playback Menu Defaults” (0 171). 182 Menu Guide >…

• Page 211: Delete

  Delete G button ➜ D (playback menu) Delete multiple images. Option Description Delete selected pictures. Selected Delete all pictures taken on selected dates. Select date Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback. Playback Folder G button ➜ D (playback menu) Choose a folder for playback.

• Page 212: Image Review

  Image Review G button ➜ D (playback menu) Choose whether pictures are displayed automatically immediately after shooting. Option Description Pictures appear in the currently-selected display (monitor or viewfinder) as they are taken. Pictures are displayed after shooting only when the On (monitor monitor is used to frame shots.

• Page 213: Rotate Tall

  Rotate Tall G button ➜ D (playback menu) If On is selected, “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures will be automatically rotated for display during playback. Note that because the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review.

• Page 214: Slide Show

  Slide Show G button ➜ D (playback menu) View a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 183). Option Description Start slide show. Start Choose the type of image displayed from Still images and movies, Still images only, and Movies only, or Image type select By rating to view only pictures with selected ratings (highlight ratings and press 2 to select or…

• Page 215: Rating

  A dialog is displayed when the show ends. Select Restart to restart or Exit to return to the playback menu. Rating G button ➜ D (playback menu) Rate pictures or mark them as candidates for later deletion. Press 4 or 2 to highlight pictures and press 1 or 3 to choose a rating of from zero to five stars, or select d to mark the picture as a…

• Page 216: C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options

  C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To view the photo shooting menu, select the C tab in the camera menus. Option Option Reset photo shooting menu Auto distortion control Storage folder Flicker reduction shooting File naming Metering Choose image area Flash control Image quality Flash mode…

• Page 217: Reset Photo Shooting Menu

  Reset Photo Shooting Menu G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Select Yes to restore photo shooting menu options to their default values (0 172). Storage Folder G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Rename folders and select the folder in which subsequent pictures will be stored.

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  Text Entry A keyboard is displayed when text entry is required. Tap letters on the screen or use the multi selector to highlight characters and press J to insert them at the current cursor position (note that if a character is entered when the field is full, the last character in the field will be deleted).
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  Select Folder by Number To select folders by number or create a new folder with the current folder name and a new folder number: Choose Select folder by number. Highlight Select folder by number and press 2. Choose a folder number. Press 4 or 2 to highlight digits and press 1 or 3 to change.
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  Select Folder from List To choose from a list of existing folders: Choose Select folder from list. Highlight Select folder from list and press 2. Highlight a folder. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a folder. Select the highlighted folder. Press J to select the highlighted folder and return to the main menu.

• Page 221: File Naming

  File Naming G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Photographs are saved using file names consisting of “DSC_” or, in the case of images that use the Adobe RGB color space (0 209), “_DSC”, followed by a four-digit number and a three- letter extension (e.g., “DSC_0001.JPG”…

• Page 222: Image Quality

  Image Quality G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Choose a file format for photographs. For more information, see “Image Quality” (0 126). Image Size G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Choose the size, in pixels, of photographs recorded with the camera.

• Page 223: Nef (Raw) Recording

  NEF (RAW) Recording G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Choose the bit depth at which NEF (RAW) photographs are recorded. Option Description NEF (RAW) images are recorded at a bit depth of 12-bit 12 bits. NEF (RAW) images are recorded at a bit depth of 14 bits, producing files larger than those with a bit 14-bit depth of 12 bits but increasing the color data…

• Page 224: Iso Sensitivity Settings

  ISO Sensitivity Settings G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Adjust ISO sensitivity settings for photographs. Option Description Choose from settings of ISO 100 to 51200, Hi 1, and Hi 2. h and all q modes except 4 also offer an Auto ISO sensitivity option.

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  “Minimum Shutter Speed” > “Auto” If Auto is selected for Auto ISO sensitivity control > Minimum shutter speed, the camera will choose the minimum shutter speed based on the focal length of the lens. For example, the camera will automatically select fast minimum shutter speeds to reduce the blur that commonly occurs with telephoto lenses.

• Page 226: White Balance

  White Balance G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Adjust white balance. For more information, see the “White Balance” sections in “Basic Settings” (0 67) and “The i Menu” (0 120). The White Balance Menu: Fine-Tuning Fine-tuning is available via the camera menus. For more information on fine-tuning, see “Fine-Tuning White Balance”…

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  Fine-tune white balance. Coordinates Use the multi selector to fine-tune white balance. White balance can be fine-tuned on the Amber–Blue axis in steps of 0.5 and the Green–Magenta axis in steps of 0.25. The horizontal (Amber–Blue) axis corresponds to Adjustment color temperature, while the vertical (Green–Magenta) axis has the similar effects to the corresponding color compensation (CC) filters.
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  White Balance Fine-Tuning The colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm” setting such as J (Incandescent) is selected for white balance will make photographs slightly “colder” but will not actually make them blue. “Mired”…
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  Select values for amber–blue and green–magenta. Press 4 or 2 to highlight digits on the Amber–Blue or Green–Magenta axis and press 1 or 3 to change. Value for Value for Amber–Blue axis Green–Magenta axis Save changes and exit. Press J to save settings and return to the photo shooting menu.
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  Preset Manual: Copying White Balance from a Photograph The Preset manual option in the white balance menu can be used to copy a white balance value from an existing photograph. For more information on preset manual white balance, see “Preset Manual” (0 123). Select Preset manual.
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  Copy white balance. Press J to copy the white balance value from the highlighted photograph to the selected preset. If the highlighted photograph has a comment, the comment will be copied to the comment for the selected preset. Fine-Tuning Preset White Balance The current preset can be fine-tuned by selecting Fine-tune in the preset manual white balance menu and adjusting white…

• Page 232: Set Picture Control

  Set Picture Control G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Choose how new photos will be processed. For more information, see “Set Picture Control” (0 116). Set Picture Control: Modifying Picture Controls Existing preset or custom Picture Controls can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent.

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  Custom Picture Controls Modifications to existing Picture Controls can be saved as custom Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the photo or movie shooting menu. Custom Picture Controls can be copied to a memory card and used in compatible software or shared among cameras of the same model.

• Page 234: Manage Picture Control

  Manage Picture Control G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Save modified Picture Controls as custom Picture Controls. Option Description Create a new custom Picture Control based on an existing preset or custom Picture Control, or edit existing custom Save/edit Picture Controls.

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  Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. Select Save/edit. Highlight Save/edit and press 2. Select a Picture Control. Highlight an existing Picture Control and press 2, or press J to proceed to Step 4 to save a copy of the highlighted Picture Control without further modification.
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  Name the Picture Control. A text-entry dialog will be displayed. By default, new Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digit number (assigned automatically) to the name of the existing Picture Control; to choose a different name, rename the Picture Control as described in “Text Entry”…

• Page 237: Color Space

  Color Space G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) The color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. sRGB is recommended for general-purpose printing and display, Adobe RGB, with its broader gamut of colors, for professional publication and commercial printing. Adobe RGB For accurate color reproduction, Adobe RGB images require applications, displays, and printers that support color management.

• Page 238: Long Exposure Nr

  Long Exposure NR G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) If On is selected, photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s will be processed to reduce noise (bright spots or fog). The time required for processing roughly doubles; during processing, the message “Performing noise reduction“…

• Page 239: Vignette Control

  Vignette Control G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Vignette control reduces the drop in brightness that occurs at the edges of the frame. Its effects vary from lens to lens and are most noticeable at maximum aperture. Choose from High, Normal, Low, and Off.

• Page 240: Flicker Reduction Shooting

  Flicker Reduction Shooting G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) When On is selected, the camera will time photographs to reduce banding, areas of under- or over-exposure, or (in photographs taken in continuous release modes) uneven coloration caused by the flicker of such light sources as fluorescent or mercury-vapor lamps (note that the frame rate may drop while flicker reduction is in effect, and that the frame rate may slow or become erratic during burst shooting).

• Page 241: Flash Control

  Flash Control G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Adjust flash settings for the built-in flash, optional flash units, and wireless flash photography. • For information on using optional flash units for on-camera flash photography, see “On-Camera Flash Photography” (0 401). •…

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  Flash Control Mode (External) When an optional flash is attached and turned on, the Flash control mode (built-in) option is replaced by Flash control mode (external). The Built-In Flash: Metering and Flash Control The camera uses i-TTL balanced fill-flash flash control with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill- flash flash control with spot metering.

• Page 243: Flash Mode

  Wireless Flash Options Adjust settings for simultaneous wireless control of multiple remote flash units. This option is available only when an SB-500 flash unit is mounted on the camera. Option Description The remote flash units are controlled using low- Optical AWL intensity flashes emitted by the master flash (0 406).

• Page 244: Flash Compensation

  Flash Compensation G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Adjust flash output for the built-in flash or optional flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe to control the brightness of the main subject relative to the background (0 111). Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections.

• Page 245: Auto Bracketing

  Auto Bracketing G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Vary exposure, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” the current value. Bracketing can be used in situations in which getting the right settings is difficult and there is not time to check results and adjust settings with each shot, or to experiment with different settings for the same subject.

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  Exposure Bracketing Vary exposure over a series of photographs. Exposure modified by: Exposure modified by: Exposure modified by: 0 EV –1 EV +1 EV Select AE bracketing for Auto bracketing set. The camera will display Number of shots and Increment options.
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  Choose a bracketing increment. Highlight Increment and press 4 or 2 to choose the bracketing increment. When 1/3 step is selected for Custom Setting b1 (EV steps for exposure cntrl), the size of the increment can be chosen from 0.3 ( ), 0.7 ( ), 1, 2, and 3 EV.
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  Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected; the modified values for shutter speed and aperture are shown in the display. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with exposure compensation. While bracketing is in effect, the display shows a bracketing icon, a bracketing progress indicator, and the number of shots remaining in the bracketing sequence.
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  Exposure Bracketing In continuous release modes, shooting will pause after the number of shots specified in the bracketing program have been taken. Shooting will resume the next time the shutter-release button is pressed. If the memory card fills before all shots in the sequence have been taken, shooting can be resumed from the next shot in the sequence after the memory card has been replaced or shots have been deleted to make room on the memory card.
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  White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. Choose WB bracketing. Select WB bracketing for Auto bracketing set. Choose the number of shots. Highlight Number of shots and press 4 or 2 to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence.
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  Choose a bracketing increment. Highlight Increment and press 4 or 2 to choose the bracketing increment. Each increment is roughly equivalent to 5 mired. Choose from increments of 1 (5 mired), 2 (10 mired), or 3 (15 mired). Higher B values correspond to increased amounts of blue, higher A values to increased amounts of amber.
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  Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. Each shot will be processed to create the number of copies specified in the bracketing program, and each copy will have a different white balance. Modifications to white balance are added to the white balance adjustment made with white balance fine-tuning.
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  ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. Choose ADL bracketing. Select ADL bracketing for Auto bracketing set. Choose the number of shots. Highlight Number of shots and press 4 or 2 to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence.
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  Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by- shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bracketing is in effect, the display shows an ADL bracketing icon and the number of shots remaining in the bracketing sequence.

• Page 255: Multiple Exposure

  Multiple Exposure G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Record two to ten NEF (RAW) exposures as a single photograph. The following options are available: • Multiple exposure mode: Choose from On (series) (take a series of multiple exposures, ending when Off is selected), On (single photo) (take one multiple exposure), or Off (exit without creating additional multiple exposures).

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  • Keep all exposures: Choose On to save the individual shots that make up each multiple exposure, Off to discard the individual shots and save only the multiple exposure. • Overlay shooting: If On is selected, earlier exposures will be superimposed on the view through the lens during shooting.
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  Choose the number of shots. Highlight Number of shots and press 2. Press 1 or 3 to choose the number of exposures that will be combined to form a single photograph and press J. Choose the overlay mode. Highlight Overlay mode and press 2, then press 1 or 3 to choose the desired mode and press J to select.
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  Choose the first exposure. To choose the first exposure from existing NEF (RAW) photos, highlight Select first exposure (NEF) and press 2. Use the multi selector to highlight the desired image and press J to select (to view the highlighted image full screen, touch and hold the X button).
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  Release Mode In continuous release modes, the camera records all exposures in a single burst. If On (series) is selected, a new multiple exposure will start as each previous multiple exposure ends; if On (single photo) is selected, multiple exposure shooting will end after the first multiple exposure is recorded.
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  The i Menu The options listed below can be accessed during multiple exposure shooting by pressing the K button followed by the i button. Highlight items and press J to select. • View progress: View a preview created from the exposures recorded to the current point.
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  Ending Multiple Exposures To end a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, select Off for Multiple exposure mode or press the K button followed by the i button and select either Save and exit or Discard and exit.

• Page 262: Hdr (High Dynamic Range)

  HDR (High Dynamic Range) G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Used with high contrast subjects, High Dynamic Range (HDR) preserves details in highlights and shadows by combining two shots taken at different exposures. HDR is most effective when used with matrix metering (with spot or center-weighted metering, an exposure differential of Auto is equivalent to about 2 EV).

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  • Save individual images (NEF): Choose On to save each of the individual shots used to create the HDR image. The photos are saved as NEF (RAW) files regardless of the options selected for image quality in the photo shooting menu. Menu Guide >…
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  Taking HDR Photographs Follow the steps below to shoot HDR photographs. Select HDR (high dynamic range). Highlight HDR (high dynamic range) in the photo shooting menu and press 2. Select a mode. Highlight HDR mode and press 2. Highlight one of the following and press J.
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  Choose the exposure differential. To choose the difference in exposure between the two shots, highlight Exposure differential and press 2. Highlight an option and press J. Choose higher values for high- contrast subjects, but note that choosing a value higher than required may not produce the desired results;…
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  Choose whether to keep individual exposures. To choose whether to save the individual NEF (RAW) images that make up the HDR photograph, highlight Save individual images (NEF) and press 2, then press 1 or 3 to choose the desired option and press J to select. Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.

• Page 267: Interval Timer Shooting

  Interval Timer Shooting G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Take photographs at the selected interval until the specified number of shots has been recorded. Select a release mode other than Self-timer (E) when using the interval timer. Selecting Interval timer shooting displays the options below. •…

• Page 268
  • Interval priority: Select On to ensure that photos shot in modes P and A are taken at the chosen interval, Off to ensure that photos are correctly exposed. If On is selected, choose a focus mode of MF or AF-C and check that the minimum shutter speed chosen for ISO sensitivity settings >…
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  Interval Timer Photography Before Shooting Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results. Before choosing a starting time, select Time zone and date in the setup menu and make sure that the camera clock is set to the correct time and date.
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  Adjust interval timer settings. Adjust the following settings: • Choose start day/time: Choose the starting date and time. Highlight Choose start day/ Highlight an option and time and press 2. press J. To start shooting immediately, select Now. To start shooting at a chosen date and time, select Choose day/time, then choose the date and time and press J.
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  • Intervals×shots/interval: Choose the number of intervals and the number of shots per interval. Highlight Intervals×shots/ Choose the number of intervals interval and press 2. and shots/interval and press J. In single frame release mode, the photographs for each interval will be taken at the rate for continuous high-speed release mode.
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  • Interval priority: Enable or disable Interval priority. Highlight Interval priority and Highlight an option and press 2. press J. • Starting storage folder: Choose starting folder options. Highlight options and press 2 Highlight Starting storage folder and press 2. to select or deselect;…
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  During Shooting During interval timer photography, the memory card access lamp will flash. If the display is turned on by pressing the shutter-release button halfway, the message “Interval timer shooting“ will be displayed and the Q icon will flash. Settings can be adjusted, the menus used, and pictures played back while interval timer photography is in progress.
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  ❚❚ Resuming Interval Timer Photography To resume shooting immediately, select Restart. Highlight Restart and press J. To resume shooting at a specified time: In the interval timer Choose a starting date Highlight Restart and and time and press J. press J. menu, highlight Choose day/time and press 2.
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  ❚❚ No Photograph Photographs will not be taken at the selected interval if the current interval ends before the photograph or photographs for the previous interval have been taken or the memory card is full. Out of Memory If the memory card is full, the interval timer will remain active but no pictures will be taken.
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  Release Mode Regardless of the release mode selected, the camera will take the specified number of shots at each interval. Bracketing Adjust bracketing settings before starting interval timer photography. If exposure or ADL bracketing is active while interval timer photography is in effect, the camera will take the number of shots in the bracketing program at each interval, regardless of the number of shots specified in the interval timer menu.

• Page 277: Time-Lapse Movie

  Time-Lapse Movie G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) The camera automatically takes photos at selected intervals to create a silent time-lapse movie. Selecting Time-lapse movie displays the options below. • Start: Start time-lapse recording. Shooting starts after about 3 s and continues at the selected interval for the selected shooting time.

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  Recording Time-Lapse Movies Before Shooting Before shooting a time-lapse movie, select Time zone and date in the setup menu and make sure that the camera clock is set to the correct time and date, and then take a test shot at current settings and view the results.
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  Adjust time-lapse movie settings. Adjust the following settings: • Interval: The interval (in minutes and seconds) should be longer than the slowest anticipated shutter speed. Choose an interval and press J. Highlight Interval and press 2. • Shooting time: The total shooting time (in hours and minutes) can be up to 7 hours and 59 minutes.
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  • Silent photography: Enable or disable silent photography. Highlight Silent photography Highlight an option and and press 2. press J. • Frame size/frame rate: Choose the frame size and rate at which the final movie will play back. Highlight Frame size/ Highlight an option and frame rate and press 2.
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  Start shooting. Highlight Start and press J. Shooting starts after about 3 s. The display turns off and the camera takes photographs at the selected interval for the selected shooting time. During Shooting During shooting, the memory card access lamp will light. Regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting c3 (Power off delay, 0 277) >…
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  ❚❚ Ending Shooting To end shooting before all the photos are taken, press J between shots. You also have the option of pressing the G button to display the Time-lapse movie menu, highlighting Off, and pressing J. If, however, the time selected for Interval is very short, pressing J between shots may have no effect or the Time-lapse movie menu may not be displayed when the G button is pressed, in which case you will need to turn the camera…
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  Time-Lapse Movies Time-lapse cannot be combined with some camera features, including movie recording, long time-exposures (bulb or time photography), the self-timer, bracketing, HDR (high dynamic range), multiple exposure, and interval timer photography. Active D-Lighting is disabled automatically. Note that because shutter speed and the time needed to record the image to the memory card may vary from shot to shot, the interval between a shot being recorded and the start of the next shot may vary.

• Page 284: Silent Photography

  Silent Photography G button ➜ C (photo shooting menu) Select On to reduce vibrations caused by the shutter when shooting landscapes and other static subjects (0 71). Use of a tripod is recommended. Pictures are taken using the electronic shutter, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting d4 (Shutter type).

• Page 285: The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options

  1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options To view the movie shooting menu, select the 1 tab in the camera menus. Option Option Reset movie shooting menu Auto distortion control File naming Flicker reduction Frame size/frame rate Metering Movie quality Release mode (save frame) Movie file type Focus mode…

• Page 286: Reset Movie Shooting Menu

  Reset Movie Shooting Menu G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Select Yes to restore movie shooting menu options to their default values (0 175). File Naming G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Choose the three-letter prefix used in naming the image files in which movies are stored.

• Page 287: Iso Sensitivity Settings

  ISO Sensitivity Settings G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Adjust the following ISO sensitivity settings. • Maximum sensitivity: Choose the upper limit for auto ISO sensitivity control from values between ISO 200 and 25600. Auto ISO sensitivity control is used in modes P, S, and A and when On is selected for Auto ISO control (mode M) in mode M.

• Page 288: Set Picture Control

  Set Picture Control G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Choose a Picture Control for movies (0 116). Select Same as photo settings to use the option currently selected for photos. Manage Picture Control G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Create custom Picture Controls (0 206).

• Page 289: Vignette Control

  Vignette Control G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Reduce vignetting in movies (0 211). Select Same as photo settings to use the option currently selected for photos. Diffraction Compensation G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Reduce diffraction in movies (0 211). Auto Distortion Control G button ➜…

• Page 290: Metering

  Metering G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Choose how the camera meters exposure in movie mode (0 131). Spot metering is not available. Release Mode (Save Frame) G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) You can choose the release mode for photographs taken in movie mode (0 44).

• Page 291: Optical Vr

  Optical VR G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Choose an optical vibration reduction option for movie recording (0 139). Select Same as photo settings to use the option currently selected for photos. Electronic VR G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Choose whether to enable electronic vibration reduction in movie mode.

• Page 292: Attenuator

  Attenuator G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) Select Enable to reduce microphone gain and prevent audio distortion when recording movies in loud environments. Frequency Response G button ➜ 1 (movie shooting menu) If S Wide range is selected, built-in and external microphones will respond to a wide range of frequencies, from music to the bustling hum of a city street.

• Page 293: A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings

  A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To view Custom Settings, select the A tab in the camera menus. Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. Custom Setting groups Main menu Menu Guide > A Custom Settings…

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  The following Custom Settings are available:  1 Custom Setting Reset custom settings a Autofocus a1 AF-C priority selection a2 Auto-area AF face/eye detection a3 Focus points used a4 AF activation a5 Focus point wrap-around a6 Focus point options a7 Low-light AF a8 Built-in AF-assist illuminator a9 Manual focus ring in AF mode b Metering/exposure…
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  Custom Setting  1 d Shooting/display d1 CL mode shooting speed d2 Max. continuous release d3 Exposure delay mode d4 Shutter type d5 Limit selectable image area d6 File number sequence d7 Apply settings to live view d8 Framing grid display d9 Peaking highlights d10 View all in continuous mode e Bracketing/flash…

• Page 296: Reset Custom Settings

   1 Custom Setting g Movie g1 Customize i menu g2 Custom controls g3 AF speed g4 AF tracking sensitivity g5 Highlight display 1 Items modified from default values are indicated by asterisks (“U“). 2 Available with compatible lenses only. See Also For menu defaults, see “Custom Settings Menu Defaults”…

• Page 297: A: Autofocus

  a: Autofocus a1: AF-C Priority Selection G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose whether photos can be taken before the camera focuses in focus mode AF-C. Option Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release Release button is pressed (release priority). Photos can be taken only when the camera is in focus Focus (focus priority).

• Page 298: A3: Focus Points Used

  a3: Focus Points Used G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the number of focus points available for manual focus- point selection. Option Description Every focus point available in the current AF-area All points mode can be selected. The number of available focus points is reduced by three quarters (the number of focus points available in Every other point…

• Page 299: A6: Focus Point Options

  a6: Focus Point Options G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose from the following focus point display options: • Manual focus mode: Choose On to display the active focus point in manual focus mode, Off to display the focus point only during focus point selection.

• Page 300: A8: Built-In Af-Assist Illuminator

  a8: Built-in AF-Assist Illuminator G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist the focus operation in photo mode when lighting is poor. Option Description The illuminator lights as required when AF-S is selected for focus mode or AF-A is selected and the camera is shooting using AF-S.

• Page 301: A9: Manual Focus Ring In Af Mode

  a9: Manual Focus Ring in AF Mode G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose whether the lens focus ring can be used for manual focus in autofocus mode. Choose from the options below. • Enable: Autofocus can be over-ridden by rotating the lens focus ring while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (autofocus with manual override).

• Page 302: B: Metering/Exposure

  b: Metering/Exposure b1: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Select the increments used for adjustments to shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, bracketing, and exposure and flash compensation. b2: Easy Exposure Compensation G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose whether the E button is needed for exposure compensation.

• Page 303: B3: Center-Weighted Area

  b3: Center-Weighted Area G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the size of the area given the most weight in center- weighted metering. b4: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Use this option to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera.

• Page 304: C: Timers/Ae Lock

  c: Timers/AE Lock c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose whether exposure locks when the shutter-release button is pressed. Option Description Pressing the shutter-release button halfway locks On (half press) exposure. Exposure only locks while the shutter-release On (burst mode) button is pressed all the way down.

• Page 305: C3: Power Off Delay

  c3: Power Off Delay G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose how long the camera displays remain on when no operations are performed. Different settings can be chosen for Playback, Menus, Image review, and Standby timer; note that each of these delays is extended by one minute in self-timer mode.

• Page 306: D: Shooting/Display

  d: Shooting/Display d1: CL Mode Shooting Speed G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the frame advance rate for low-speed continuous release mode. d2: Max. Continuous Release G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst in continuous release modes can be set to any value between 1 and 100.

• Page 307: D4: Shutter Type

  d4: Shutter Type G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the type of shutter used for photographs. Option Description The camera chooses the shutter type automatically according to shutter speed. The Auto electronic front-curtain shutter is used to reduce blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds.

• Page 308: D6: File Number Sequence

  d6: File Number Sequence G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) When a picture 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.

• Page 309: D7: Apply Settings To Live View

  d7: Apply Settings to Live View G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose On to preview how changes to such settings as white balance, Picture Controls, and exposure compensation affect color and brightness in photo mode, or select Off to adjust brightness and hue for ease of viewing (regardless of the option selected, the effects of the aforementioned settings are always visible in movie mode).

• Page 310: E: Bracketing/Flash

  e: Bracketing/Flash e1: Flash Sync Speed G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the flash sync speed. • 1/200 s (Auto FP): Selecting this option (available only when an optional flash unit is attached) enables auto FP high-speed sync with compatible flash units; the maximum sync speed for other flash units is set to s.

• Page 311: E2: Flash Shutter Speed

  e2: Flash Shutter Speed G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the slowest shutter speed available when front- or rear- curtain sync or red-eye reduction is used in mode P or A (regardless of the setting chosen, shutter speeds can be as slow as 30 s in modes S and M or at flash settings of slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, or red-eye reduction with slow sync).

• Page 312: E5: Bracketing Order

  e5: Bracketing Order G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) At the default setting of MTR > under > over (H), exposure, flash, and white balance bracketing are performed in the following order: the unmodified shot is taken first, followed by the shot with the lowest value, followed by the shot with the highest value.

• Page 313: F: Controls

  f: Controls f1: Customize i Menu G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the options displayed in the i menu for photo mode. The following options can be assigned to any position in the menu by highlighting the desired position, pressing J, and choosing the desired option.

• Page 314: F2: Custom Controls (Shooting)

  f2: Custom Controls (Shooting) G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) To choose the functions assigned to the following controls in photo mode, whether used individually or in combination with the command dials, highlight the desired option and press J. Fn1 button Fn2 button AE-L/AF-L button…

• Page 315
  w y j k z S 3 l Option ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ — Zoom on/off ✔ ✔ — — ✔ ✔ ✔ — MY MENU ✔ ✔ — — ✔ ✔ ✔ Access top item in MY MENU —…
• Page 316
  The following options are available: Option Description Select center Pressing the control selects the center focus point. focus point AF-ON Pressing the control initiates autofocus. Focus locks while the control is pressed. AF lock only Exposure locks when the control is pressed, and remains locked until the control is pressed a AE lock (Hold) second time or the standby timer expires.
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  Option Description If a JPEG option is currently selected for image quality, “RAW” will be displayed and an NEF (RAW) copy will be recorded with the next picture taken after the control is pressed (the original image quality setting will be restored when you remove + NEF (RAW) your finger from the shutter-release button).
• Page 318
  Option Description Set Picture Press the control and rotate a command dial to choose a Picture Control. Control Active Press the control and rotate a command dial to adjust Active D-Lighting. D-Lighting Press the control and rotate a command dial to Metering choose a metering option.
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  Option Description Press the control and rotate the main command Peaking dial to choose a peaking level and the sub- highlights command dial to select the peaking color. Autofocus can be over-ridden by rotating the control ring while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (autofocus with manual override).

• Page 320: F3: Custom Controls (Playback)

  f3: Custom Controls (Playback) G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the roles assigned to the A (L) and J buttons during playback. Highlight the desired control and press AE-L/AF-L Button The following roles can be assigned to the A (L) button: Option Description The control performs the function selected for…

• Page 321
  OK Button Choose from the options below. Regardless of the option selected, pressing J when a movie is displayed full frame starts movie playback. Option Description Thumbnail on/ Toggle between full-frame and thumbnail playback. In both full-frame and thumbnail playback, View a histogram is displayed while the J button is histograms…

• Page 322: F4: Customize Command Dials

  f4: Customize Command Dials G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Customize the operation of the main and sub-command dials. • Reverse rotation: Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dials for selected operations. Highlight options and press 2 to select or deselect, and then press J to save changes and exit.

• Page 323
  • Menus and playback: Select Off to use the multi selector for menus and playback. If On or On (image review excluded) is selected, the main command dial can be used to choose the picture displayed during full-frame playback and to highlight thumbnails and menu items.

• Page 324: F5: Release Button To Use Dial

  f5: Release Button to Use Dial G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Selecting Yes allows adjustments that are normally made by holding a button and rotating a command dial to be made by rotating the command dial after the button is released. This ends when the button is pressed again, the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, or the standby timer expires.

• Page 325: G: Movie

  g: Movie g1: Customize i Menu G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the options displayed in the i menu for movie mode. The following options can be assigned to any position in the menu by highlighting the desired position, pressing J, and choosing the desired option.

• Page 326: G2: Custom Controls

  g2: Custom Controls G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) To choose the functions assigned to the following controls in movie mode, whether used individually or in combination with the command dials, highlight the desired option and press J. Fn1 button Fn2 button AE-L/AF-L button OK button…

• Page 327
  w y j k Option ✔ ✔ Set Picture Control — — — ✔ ✔ Active D-Lighting — — — ✔ ✔ Metering — — — ✔ ✔ Release mode (save frame) — — — ✔ ✔ Focus mode/AF-area mode —…
• Page 328
  The following options are available: Option Description Aperture widens while the control is pressed. Use in combination with Custom Setting g2 Power aperture (Custom controls) > Fn2 button > Power (open) aperture (close) for button-controlled aperture adjustment. Aperture narrows while the control is pressed. Use in combination with Custom Setting g2 Power aperture (Custom controls) >…
• Page 329
  Option Description AE lock only Exposure locks while the control is pressed. Focus and exposure lock while the control is AE/AF lock pressed. Press the control to zoom the display in on the area around the current focus point. Press the Zoom on/off control again to zoom out.
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  Option Description Use the control to focus manually, independent of the option selected for focus mode. To refocus using autofocus, press the shutter-release Focus (M/A) button halfway or press a control to which AF-ON has been assigned. Power aperture Use the control to adjust aperture. Exposure Use the control to adjust exposure compensation.

• Page 331: G3: Af Speed

  g3: AF Speed G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose the focus speed for movie mode. To choose when the selected option applies, highlight When to apply and press 2. Choose from Always (the selected option applies whenever the camera is in movie mode) and Only while recording (the selected option applies only while recording is in progress;…

• Page 332: G5: Highlight Display

  g5: Highlight Display G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu) Choose whether shading is used to indicate highlights (bright areas of the frame) and select the level of brightness needed to trigger the highlight display. • Display pattern: To enable the highlight display, select Pattern 1 or Pattern 2.

• Page 333: B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup

  B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup To view the setup menu, select the B tab in the camera menus. Option Option Format memory card Touch controls Save user settings Self-portrait mode Reset user settings HDMI Language Location data display Time zone and date Airplane mode Monitor brightness Connect to smart device…

• Page 334: Format Memory Card

  Format Memory Card G button ➜ B (setup menu) Select Yes to format the memory card. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card. Before formatting, be sure to make backup copies as required. During Formatting Do not turn the camera off or remove memory cards during formatting.

• Page 335: Time Zone And Date

  Time Zone and Date G button ➜ B (setup menu) Change time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off. Be sure to check the camera clock regularly against more accurate timepieces and adjust time and date settings as necessary.

• Page 336: Viewfinder Brightness

  Viewfinder Brightness G button ➜ B (setup menu) Adjust viewfinder brightness. • Viewfinder brightness can only be adjusted when the viewfinder is the active display; it cannot be adjusted when the viewfinder is off or in the “monitor only” monitor mode. •…

• Page 337: Viewfinder Color Balance

  Viewfinder Color Balance G button ➜ B (setup menu) Adjust viewfinder color balance to your taste. Adjustments made using Viewfinder color balance must be made using the viewfinder. They cannot be made in the monitor or when Monitor only is selected for monitor mode. •…

• Page 338: Information Display

  Information Display G button ➜ B (setup menu) Adjust the color of the lettering in the information display for ease of viewing. Choose Dark on light (w) to display black letters on a white background or Light on dark (x) to display white letters on a dark background.

• Page 339: Af Fine-Tune

  AF Fine-Tune G button ➜ B (setup menu) Fine-tune focus for up to 30 lens types. Use only as required. We recommend that you perform fine-tuning at a focus distance you use frequently; if you perform focus-tuning at a short focus distance, for example, you may find it less effective at longer distances.

• Page 340: Image Dust Off Ref Photo

  Image Dust Off Ref Photo G button ➜ B (setup menu) Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX-D (for more information, refer to Capture NX-D online help). A lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended when recording Image Dust Off reference data.

• Page 341
  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. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to acquire Image Dust Off reference data and a message will be displayed.

• Page 342: Image Comment

  Image Comment G button ➜ B (setup menu) Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D. The comment is also visible on the shooting data page in the photo information display. The following options are available: •…

• Page 343: Copyright Information

  Attach copyright information is not selected and that the Artist and Copyright fields are blank before lending or transferring the camera to another person. Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the Copyright information option.

• Page 344: Beep Options

  Beep Options G button ➜ B (setup menu) Choose the pitch and volume of the beep that sounds when: • The self-timer is in operation • Time-lapse recording ends • The camera focuses in photo mode (note that a beep will not sound if AF-C is selected for focus mode or if AF-A is selected and the camera is shooting using AF-C) •…

• Page 345: Self-Portrait Mode

  Self-Portrait Mode G button ➜ B (setup menu) Select Disable to prevent the camera entering self-portrait mode when the monitor is in the self-portrait position. HDMI G button ➜ B (setup menu) Adjust settings for connection to HDMI devices (0 400). Location Data Display G button ➜…

• Page 346: Connect To Smart Device

  Connect to Smart Device G button ➜ B (setup menu) Connect to smartphones or tablets (smart devices) via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Pairing (Bluetooth) Pair with or connect to smart devices using Bluetooth. Option Description Start pairing Pair the camera with a smart device (0 377). List paired smart devices or switch from one device to Paired devices another.

• Page 347
  Wi-Fi Connection Connect to smart devices via Wi-Fi. ❚❚ Establish Wi-Fi Connection Initiate a Wi-Fi connection to a smart device. To connect, select the camera SSID on the smart device and enter the password (0 371). Once a connection is established, this option will change to Close Wi-Fi connection, which can be used to end the connection when desired.

• Page 348: Connect To Pc

  Connect to PC G button ➜ B (setup menu) Connect to computers via Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi Connection Select Enable to connect using the settings currently selected for Network settings. 320 Menu Guide > B The Setup Menu…

• Page 349
  Network Settings Select Create profile to create a new network profile (0 353, 357). If more than one profile already exists, you can press J to select a profile from a list. To edit an existing profile, highlight it and press 2. The following options will be displayed: •…
• Page 350
  Options Adjust upload settings. ❚❚ Auto Send Select On to upload new photos as they are taken. Upload begins only after the photo has been recorded to the memory card; be sure a memory card is inserted in the camera. Movies and photos taken in movie mode are not uploaded automatically when recording is complete but must instead be uploaded from the playback display (0 364).

• Page 351: Wireless Remote (Ml-L7) Options

  Wireless Remote (ML-L7) Options G button ➜ B (setup menu) Establish a Bluetooth connection to an optional ML-L7 remote control. You can also choose the roles assigned to the buttons on the remote. Wireless Remote Connection Option Description Connect to a paired ML-L7. Any existing connection to a Enable smart device or computer will end.

• Page 352: Conformity Marking

  Assign Fn1 Button/Assign Fn2 Button Choose the roles assigned to the ML-L7’s Fn1 and Fn2 buttons. Option Description The button performs the same function as the camera Same as camera K button K button. The button performs the same function as the camera Same as camera G button G button.

• Page 353: Energy Saving

  Energy Saving G button ➜ B (setup menu) In photo mode, the shooting display will turn off to save power approximately 15 seconds before the standby timer expires. Option Description Enable energy saving. The display refresh rate may Enable drop. Disable energy saving.

• Page 354: Reset All Settings

  Reset All Settings G button ➜ B (setup menu) Reset all settings except Language and Time zone and date to their default values. Copyright information and other user- generated entries are also reset. Once reset, settings cannot be restored. Firmware Version G button ➜…

• Page 355: N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies

  N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies To view the retouch menu, select the N tab in the camera menus. The options in the retouch menu are used to create trimmed or retouched copies of existing pictures. The retouch menu is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera.

• Page 356
  Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: Select an item in the retouch menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an item, 2 to select. Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J. To view the highlighted picture full screen, touch and hold the X button.
• Page 357
  Create a retouched copy. Press J to create a retouched copy. Retouched copies are indicated by a p icon. Retouching the Current Image To create a retouched copy of the current image, press i and select Retouch. Retouching Copies Most options can be applied to copies created using other retouch options, although (with the exception of Trim movie) each option can be applied only once (note that multiple edits may result in loss of detail).

• Page 358: Nef (Raw) Processing

  NEF (RAW) Processing G button ➜ N (retouch menu) “NEF (RAW) processing” is used to convert NEF (RAW) photographs to other formats, such as JPEG. To create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs on the camera, follow the steps below. Select NEF (RAW) processing.

• Page 359
  Select photographs. If you chose Select image(s) in Step 2, a picture selection dialog will be displayed listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. Highlight images using the multi selector and tap the W button to select or deselect; selected images are indicated by a L icon. To view the highlighted image full screen, touch and hold the X button.
• Page 360
  Choose settings for the JPEG copies. Adjust the settings listed below, or select Original (if available) to use the setting in effect when the photograph was taken (the original settings are listed below the preview). Note that exposure compensation can only be set to values between −2 and +2 EV.

• Page 361: Trim

  Trim G button ➜ N (retouch menu) Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described below. • To reduce size of the crop: Tap W. •…

• Page 362: Resize

  Resize G button ➜ N (retouch menu) Use the Resize option in the camera menu N tab to create small copies of selected photographs. Select Resize. Highlight Resize in the N tab and press 2. Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press 2. Highlight the desired size and press J.

• Page 363
  Choose pictures. Highlight Select image(s) and press Highlight pictures and tap W to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, touch and hold the X button). Selected pictures are marked by a 8 icon. Press J when the selection is complete.

• Page 364: D-Lighting

  D-Lighting G button ➜ N (retouch menu) D-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to save the retouched copy.

• Page 365: Red-Eye Correction

  Red-Eye Correction G button ➜ N (retouch menu) This option is used to correct “red-eye” and is available only with photographs taken using a flash. The photograph selected for red-eye correction can be previewed in the edit display. Confirm the effects of red-eye correction and press J to create a copy. Note that red-eye correction may not always produce the expected results and may in very rare circumstances be applied to portions of the image that are not affected by red-eye;…

• Page 366: Distortion Control

  Distortion Control G button ➜ N (retouch menu) Create copies with reduced peripheral distortion. Select Auto to let the camera correct distortion automatically and then make fine adjustments using the multi selector, or select Manual to reduce distortion manually. Note that Auto is not available with photos taken using the Auto distortion control option in the photo shooting menu or copies previously processed using Auto, and that distortion control…

• Page 367: Perspective Control

  Perspective Control G button ➜ N (retouch menu) Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective in photos taken looking up from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out).

• Page 368: Image Overlay

  Image Overlay G button ➜ N (retouch menu) Image overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a new picture that is saved separately from the originals. Select Image overlay. Highlight Image overlay in the retouch menu and press 2. Image overlay options will be displayed, with Image 1 highlighted;…

• Page 369
  Select the second image. The selected image will appear as Image 1. Highlight Image 2 and press J, then select the second photo as described in Step 2. Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select the gain from values between 0.1 and 2.0.
• Page 370
  Image Overlay Only NEF (RAW) photographs with the same image area and bit-depth can be combined. The overlay is saved in JPEG fine format and has the same photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter speed, aperture, shooting mode, exposure compensation, focal length, and image orientation) and values for white balance and Picture Control as the photograph selected for Image 1.

• Page 371: Trim Movie

  Trim Movie G button ➜ N (retouch menu) Create a copy from which unwanted footage has been removed (0 162). Side-by-Side Comparison (see below) Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option can only be accessed by pressing the i button and selecting Retouch when a copy or original is displayed.

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  Compare the copy with the original. The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create the copy listed at the top of the display. Press 4 or 2 to switch between the source image and the retouched copy.

• Page 373: O My Menu/M Recent Settings

  O My Menu/m Recent Settings To view My Menu, select the O tab in the camera menus. The MY MENU option can be used to create and edit a customized list of up to 20 items from the playback, photo shooting, movie shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus.

• Page 374
  Select an item. Highlight the desired menu item and press J. Position the new item. Press 1 or 3 to move the new item up or down in My Menu. Press J to add the new item. Add more items. The items currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark.
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  Deleting Options from My Menu Select Remove items. In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2. Select items. Highlight items and press 2 to select or deselect. Selected items are indicated by a check mark. Delete the selected items. Press J.
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  Reordering Options in My Menu Select Rank items. In My Menu (O), highlight Rank items and press 2. Select an item. Highlight the item you wish to move and press J. Position the item. Press 1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press J.
• Page 377
  Recent Settings To display the twenty most recently used settings, select m RECENT SETTINGS for O MY MENU > Choose tab. Select Choose tab. In My Menu (O), highlight Choose tab and press 2. Select m RECENT SETTINGS. Highlight m RECENT SETTINGS and press J.

• Page 378: Establishing Wireless Connections To Computers Or Smart Devices

  Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices Network Options The types of network connection available with the camera are shown below. Computer Smart Device Access-point mode Computer Wireless access point Infrastructure mode 350 Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices…

• Page 379: Connecting To Computers Via Wi-Fi

  The Wireless Transmitter Utility is a computer application available for download from the Nikon Download Center: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com Be sure to download the latest version after reading the release notes and system requirements.

• Page 380: Infrastructure And Access-Point Modes

  Infrastructure and Access-Point Modes The camera can connect either via a wireless router on an existing network (infrastructure mode) or by direct wireless link (access-point mode). ❚❚ Access-Point Mode The camera and computer connect via direct wireless link, with the camera acting as a wireless LAN access point and Access-point mode without the need for…

• Page 381: Connecting In Access-Point Mode

  Connecting in Access-Point Mode Follow the steps below to create a direct wireless link to a computer in access-point mode. Display network settings. Select Connect to PC in the camera setup menu, then highlight Network settings and press 2. Select Create profile. Highlight Create profile and press J.

• Page 382
  Connect from the computer. Windows: Click the wireless LAN icon in the taskbar and select the SSID displayed by the camera in Step 3. When prompted to enter the network security key, enter the encryption key displayed by the camera in Step 3. macOS/OS X: Click the wireless LAN icon in the menu bar and select the SSID…
• Page 383
  Select the camera. In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, select the camera name displayed in Step 5 and click Next. Enter the authentication code. The camera will display an authentication code. Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click Next.
• Page 384
  Complete the pairing process. When the camera displays a message stating that pairing is complete, press In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, click Next. You will be prompted to choose the destination folder; for more information, see online help for the Wireless Transmitter Utility.

• Page 385: Connecting In Infrastructure Mode

  Connecting in Infrastructure Mode Follow the steps below to connect to a computer on an existing network in infrastructure mode. Display network settings. Select Connect to PC in the camera setup menu, then highlight Network settings and press 2. Select Create profile. Highlight Create profile and press J.

• Page 386
  Search for existing networks. Highlight Search for Wi-Fi network and press J. The camera will search for networks currently active in the vicinity and list them by name (SSID). “Easy Connect” To connect without entering an SSID or encryption key, tap X in Step 3, then press J and choose from the following options: •…
• Page 387
  Choose a network. Highlight a network SSID and press J (if the desired network is not displayed, tap X to search again). Encrypted networks are indicated by a h icon; if the selected network is encrypted, you will be prompted to enter the encryption key as described in Step 5.
• Page 388
  Enter the encryption key. When prompted to enter the encryption key for the wireless router, press J… …and enter the key as described below. For information on the encryption key, see the documentation for the wireless router. Tap X when entry is complete. Tap X again to initiate the connection.
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  Obtain or select an IP address. Highlight one of the following options and press J. • Obtain automatically: Select this option if the network is configured to supply the IP address automatically. • Enter manually: When prompted, enter an IP address by rotating the main command dial to highlight segments, pressing 4 and 2 to change and pressing J to accept.
• Page 390
  Select the camera. In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, select the camera name displayed in Step 7 and click Next. Enter the authentication code. The camera will display an authentication code. Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click Next.
• Page 391
  Complete the pairing process. Press J when the camera displays the message shown in the illustration. In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, click Next. You will be prompted to choose the destination folder; for more information, see the Wireless Transmitter Utility online help.

• Page 392: Uploading Pictures

  Uploading Pictures You can select pictures for upload in the camera playback display or upload pictures as they are taken. Destination Folders By default, images are uploaded to the following folders: • Windows: Users(user name)PicturesWireless Transmitter Utility • Mac: /Users/(user name)/Pictures/Wireless Transmitter Utility The destination folder can be selected using the Wireless Transmitter Utility.

• Page 393
  Choose Select to send/deselect (PC). Highlight Select to send/deselect (PC) and press J. A white transfer icon will appear on the picture. If the camera is currently connected to a network, upload will begin immediately; otherwise, upload will begin when a connection is established. The transfer icon turns green during upload.
• Page 394
  ❚❚ The Transfer Icon Upload status is indicated by the transfer icon. • Y (white): Send. The picture has been selected for upload but upload has not yet begun. • (green): Sending. Upload in progress. • (blue): Sent. Upload complete. 366 Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices…
• Page 395
  ❚❚ The “Connect to PC” Status Display The Connect to PC display shows the following information: The status of the connection to the host. The host name is displayed in green when a connection is established. • While files are being transferred, the status 1 Status display shows “Now sending”…

• Page 396: Disconnecting And Reconnecting

  Disconnecting and Reconnecting The camera’s link to an existing network can be suspended or resumed as described below. ❚❚ Disconnecting You can disconnect by turning the camera off, selecting Disable for Connect to PC > Wi-Fi connection in the setup menu, or selecting Wi-Fi connection >…

• Page 397: Connecting To Smart Devices

  Use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between the camera and smart devices. The SnapBridge app is available free of charge from the Apple App Store® and on Google Play™. Visit the Nikon website for the latest SnapBridge news. What SnapBridge Can Do for You Using the SnapBridge app, you can: •…

• Page 398: Wireless Connections

  Wireless Connections Using the SnapBridge app, you can connect via Wi-Fi (0 371) or Bluetooth (0 377). Connecting the camera and smart device via the SnapBridge app allows you to set the camera clock and update location data using information provided by the smart device.

• Page 399: Connecting Via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode)

  Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode) Follow the steps below to connect to the camera via Wi-Fi. Before Connecting Before connecting, enable Wi-Fi on the smart device (for details, see the documentation provided with the device), check that there is space available on the camera memory card, and ensure that the batteries in the camera and smart device are fully charged to prevent the devices turning off unexpectedly.

• Page 400
  If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap  > Wi-Fi mode before proceeding to Step 3. Smart device: Choose the camera and connection type. When prompted to choose the camera type, tap mirrorless camera and then tap Wi-Fi connection. 372 Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices…
• Page 401
  Camera/Smart device: Turn the camera on. The smart device will instruct you to ready the camera. Turn the camera on. tap Next until you have completed Step 4. Camera: Enable Wi-Fi. Select Connect to smart device > Wi-Fi connection in the setup menu, then highlight Establish Wi-Fi connection and press J.
• Page 402
  Smart device: Tap Next. Tap Next once you have enabled Wi-Fi on the camera as described in the preceeding step. Smart device: Tap View options. After reading the instructions displayed by the smart device, tap Open the device settings app. •…
• Page 403
  Smart device: Enter the camera SSID and password. Enter the SSID and password displayed by the camera in Step 4. Android device (actual displays may differ) iOS device (actual displays may differ) You will not be required to enter the password when next you connect to the camera.
• Page 404
  Smart device: Return to the SnapBridge app. After a Wi-Fi connection is established, Wi-Fi mode options will be displayed. See online help for information on using the SnapBridge app. Ending Wi-Fi Connections To end the Wi-Fi connection, tap . When the icon changes to , tap and select…

• Page 405: Connecting Via Bluetooth

  Connecting via Bluetooth For information on pairing the camera and smart device when connecting for the first time, see “Connecting for the First Time: Pairing”, below. For information on connecting once pairing is complete, see “Connecting to a Paired Device” (0 389). ❚❚…

• Page 406
  Android device: Launch the SnapBridge app. If this is the first time you have launched the app, tap Connect to camera and proceed to Step 3. If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap Connect to camera.
• Page 407
  Android device: Tap mirrorless camera to display connection options and then tap Pairing (Bluetooth). Note: This step will not be required the next time the devices are paired. Note: You must enable location services when using Bluetooth. Be sure to grant location access if prompted. Android device: Choose the camera.
• Page 408
  Camera/Android device: Check the authentication code. Confirm that the camera and Android device display the same authentication code (circled in the illustration). 380 Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices…
• Page 409
  Camera/Android device: Initiate pairing. Camera: Press J. Android device: Tap the button indicated in the illustration (the label may differ depending on the version of Android you are using). Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button on the Android device, pairing will fail and an error will be displayed.
• Page 410
  Camera/Android device: Follow the on-screen instructions. Camera: Press J. The camera will display a message stating that the devices are connected. Android device: Pairing is complete. Tap OK to exit to the tab. Pairing for the First Time The first time you pair the Android device with a camera after installing the SnapBridge app, you will be prompted to select auto link (auto upload and auto clock and location synchronization) options.
• Page 411
  Follow the steps below to pair the camera with an iOS device. For information on Android devices, see “Android” (0 377). Camera: Ready the camera. Select Connect to smart device > Pairing (Bluetooth) in the setup menu, then highlight Start pairing and press J……
• Page 412
  If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap Connect to camera. iOS device: Tap mirrorless camera to display connection options and then tap Pairing (Bluetooth). This step can be omitted once the devices have been paired. 384 Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices…
• Page 413
  iOS device: Choose the camera. Tap the camera name. iOS device: Read the instructions. Read the pairing instructions carefully and tap Understood. Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices…
• Page 414
  iOS device: Select an accessory. When prompted to select an accessory, tap the camera name again. 386 Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices…
• Page 415
  Camera/iOS device: Initiate pairing. Camera: Press J. iOS device: Tap the button indicated in the illustration (the label may differ depending on the version of iOS you are using). Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button on the iOS device, pairing will fail and an error will be displayed.
• Page 416
  Camera/iOS device: Follow the on-screen instructions. Camera: Press J. The camera will display a message stating that the devices are connected. iOS device: Pairing is complete. Tap OK to exit to the tab. Pairing for the First Time The first time you pair the iOS device with a camera after installing the SnapBridge app, you will be prompted to select auto link (auto upload and auto clock and location synchronization) options.
• Page 417
  ❚❚ Connecting to a Paired Device Connecting to a smart device that has already been paired with the camera is quick and easy. Camera: Enable Bluetooth. In the setup menu, select Connect to smart device > Pairing (Bluetooth) > Bluetooth connection, then highlight Enable and press J.

• Page 418: Troubleshooting

  Troubleshooting Solutions to some common issues are listed below. Troubleshooting information for the SnapBridge app can be found in the app’s online help, which can be viewed at: https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html For information on the Wireless Transmitter Utility or Camera Control Pro 2, see the online help for the application in question.

• Page 419: Connecting To Other Devices

  Connecting to Other Devices Expand your photographic horizons by connecting the camera to other devices via USB or HDMI. Connecting to Computers Via USB If the supplied USB cable is used to connect the camera to a computer running ViewNX-i, you can copy pictures to the computer, where they can be viewed, edited, and organized.

• Page 420: Installing Viewnx-I

  Nikon website for your region. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Capture NX-D Use Nikon’s Capture NX-D software to fine-tune photos or to change settings for NEF (RAW) pictures and save them in other formats. Capture NX-D is available for download from: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/…

• Page 421: Copying Pictures To The Computer

  Copying Pictures to the Computer For detailed instructions, see the online help for ViewNX-i. Connect the USB cable. After turning the camera off and ensuring that a memory card is inserted, connect the supplied USB cable as shown. USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer;…

• Page 422
  If Nikon Transfer 2 does not start automatically, confirm that the camera is connected and then launch Image Capture (an application that comes with macOS or OS X) and select Nikon Transfer 2 as the application that opens when the camera is detected. 394 Connecting to Other Devices…
• Page 423
  Click Start Transfer. Pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Click Start Transfer Transferring Movies Do not attempt to transfer movies from the memory card while it is inserted in another camera. Doing so could result in the movies being deleted without being transferred.

• Page 424: Connecting To Printers

  Connecting to Printers Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer connected directly to the camera using the supplied USB cable. When connecting the cable, do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. When the camera and printer are turned on, a welcome screen will be displayed, followed by a PictBridge playback display.

• Page 425: Printing Pictures One At A Time

  Printing Pictures One at a Time Display the desired picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Tap the X button to zoom in on the current frame (press K to exit zoom). To view six pictures at a time, tap the W button. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or tap the X button to display the highlighted picture full frame.

• Page 426: Printing Multiple Pictures

  Start printing. Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel printing before all copies have been printed, press J. Printing Multiple Pictures Display the PictBridge menu. Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display. Choose an option. Highlight one of the following options and press 2.

• Page 427: Connecting To Hdmi Devices

  Connecting to HDMI Devices The camera can be connected to high-definition video devices using a third-party HDMI cable (type D). Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable. Connect to camera Connect to high-definition device (choose cable with connector for HDMI device) ❚❚…

• Page 428: Connecting To Other Hdmi Devices

  Connecting to Other HDMI Devices Use the HDMI option in the setup menu to adjust settings for HDMI output. • Output Resolution: Choose the format for images output to the HDMI device. If Auto is selected, the camera will automatically select the appropriate format.

• Page 429: On-Camera Flash Photography

  On-Camera Flash Photography “On-Camera” Versus “Remote” You can take pictures using a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe or one or more remote flash units. Camera-Mounted Flash Units Take pictures using a flash unit mounted on the camera as described in “Using an On-Camera Flash”…

• Page 430: Using An On-Camera Flash

  Using an On-Camera Flash Follow the steps below to mount an optional flash unit on the camera and take photographs using the flash. Mount the unit on the accessory shoe. See the manual provided with the unit for details. Turn on the camera and flash unit. The flash will begin charging;…

• Page 431
  Flash Control When an optional flash unit that supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System is mounted on the camera and set to TTL, it will operate in i-TTL mode, employing monitor preflashes for flash photography using i-TTL balanced fill-flash and the like.

• Page 432: Flash Control Mode

  Flash Control Mode When an SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300 flash unit is mounted on the camera, the Flash control mode (built-in) option displayed when Flash control is selected in the photo shooting menu is replaced by Flash control mode (external). In modes P, S, A, and M, this option can be used to choose the flash control mode and adjust the flash level and other flash settings.

• Page 433: Remote Flash Photography

  Remote Flash Photography About Remote Flash Photography The camera can be used with one or more remote flash units (Advanced Wireless Lighting, or AWL). For information on using a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe, see “On- Camera Flash Photography” (0 401). Throughout this chapter, operations involving an accessory connected to the camera are indicated by C, operations involving remote flash units by f.

• Page 434: Controlling Remote Flash Units

  (optical AWL). For information on compatible flash units, see “The Nikon Creative Lighting System” (0 432). If the flash unit in question is an SB-500, settings can be adjusted from the camera (see below); otherwise settings must be adjusted using flash unit controls as described in the documentation provided with the unit.

• Page 435
  C: Adjust settings for the master flash. Choose the flash control mode and flash level for the master flash and the flash units in each group: • TTL: i-TTL flash control • qA: Auto aperture (available only with compatible flash units) •…
• Page 436
  C/f: Compose the shot. Compose the shot and arrange the flash units. See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. After arranging the units, press the test button on the master flash to test-fire the flash and confirm that the units are functioning normally.

• Page 437: Troubleshooting

  You may be able to resolve any issues with the camera by following the steps below. Check this list before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Check the common problems listed in the following sections: • “Problems and Solutions” (0 410) •…

• Page 438: Problems And Solutions

  Problems and Solutions Solutions to some common issues are listed below. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the battery.

• Page 439: Shooting

  Shooting The camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. The shutter-release is disabled: • The memory card is full. • The memory card is write-protected (“locked”). • Mode S selected after Bulb or Time is chosen for shutter speed in mode M. •…

• Page 440
  Smudges appear in photographs: Clean the front and rear lens elements. If the problem persists, clean the image sensor as described in “Cleaning the Image Sensor” (0 444) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. 412 Troubleshooting…
• Page 441
  Bokeh is irregular: With fast shutter speeds and/or fast lenses, you may notice irregularities in how bokeh is shaped. The effect can be mitigated by choosing slower shutter speeds and/or higher f-numbers. Shooting ends unexpectedly or does not start: Shooting may end automatically to prevent damage to the camera’s internal circuits if the ambient temperature is high or the camera has been used extensively for burst shooting, movie recording, or the like.
• Page 442
  The effects of Picture Controls differ from image to image: Auto is selected for Set Picture Control, a Picture Control based on Auto is selected, or A (auto) is selected for Quick sharp, contrast, or saturation. For consistent results over a series of photographs, choose another setting. Metering cannot be changed: Autoexposure lock is in effect.

• Page 443: Playback

  Playback NEF (RAW) images are not played back: The pictures were taken at image qualities of NEF + JPEG. The camera does not display pictures recorded with other cameras: Pictures recorded with other makes of camera may not be displayed correctly. Some photos are not displayed during playback: Select All for Playback folder.

• Page 444: Bluetooth And Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)

  Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks) Smart devices do not display the camera SSID (network name): • Confirm that Disable is selected for Airplane mode in the camera setup menu. • Confirm that Enable is selected for Connect to smart device > Pairing (Bluetooth) >…

• Page 445: Indicators And Error Messages

  Indicators and Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the camera display. Indicators The following indicators appear in the camera display: Indicator Problem Solution Ready a fully-charged spare Low battery. battery. Ensure that the lens is correctly attached and that retractable lenses are extended.

• Page 446
  (flashes) camera has run out of computer or other device. file or folder numbers. • Insert new memory card. Release shutter. If error persists or appears frequently, consult Camera malfunction. (flashes) Nikon-authorized service representative. 418 Troubleshooting…

• Page 447: Error Messages

  To use the camera safely, Battery cannot choose a battery Replace third-party batteries supply data to designated for use with genuine Nikon batteries. camera. in this camera. Camera cannot Turn camera off and confirm No memory card. detect memory card.

• Page 448
  Message Problem Solution Memory card is The memory card is locked. Slide the lock switch to the write-protected “write” position (0 35). Slide lock to “write” (“locked”). position. This card is not Memory card has not Format memory card or insert been formatted for formatted.
• Page 449
  Message Problem Solution • Movies created with other devices cannot be edited. Selected movie This movie cannot be edited. cannot be edited. • Movies must be at least two seconds long. Check printer. To resume, Printer error. Check printer. select Continue (if available) Paper in printer is not Insert paper of correct size and Check paper.

• Page 450: Technical Notes

  • Some features may not be available depending on the lens used. Information on the F mount lenses that can be used with Z mount cameras and on any restrictions that may apply can be found in Compatible F Mount Lenses, available from the Nikon Download Center: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/491/FTZ.html 422 Technical Notes…

• Page 451: The Camera Display

  The Camera Display Refer to this section for information on the indicators in the camera display (monitor and viewfinder). For illustrative purposes, the displays are shown with all indicators lit. The Monitor: Photo Mode The following indicators appear in the monitor in photo mode. 33 32 Shooting mode ……

• Page 452
  White balance ..67, 120, 198, 259 Number of exposures remaining ……34, 463 Image size……128, 194 Wi-Fi connection indicator..132 Image quality ….. 126, 194 Remote-control connection i icon……..16, 24 indicator……..323 Exposure bracketing ISO sensitivity……100 indicator……..218 ISO sensitivity indicator …. 100 WB bracketing indicator …
• Page 453
  Temperature Warnings If the camera temperature becomes elevated, a temperature warning will be displayed together with a count-down timer (the timer turns red when the thirty second mark is reached). In some cases, the timer may be displayed immediately after the camera is turned on. When the timer reaches zero, the shooting display will turn off automatically to protect the camera’s internal circuits.
• Page 454
  ❚❚ The Information Display Shooting mode ……75 Exposure indicator ……79 Exposure compensation Flexible program indicator..76 display ……… 102 User setting mode……82 Bracketing progress indicator: Shutter speed ……76, 78 Exposure bracketing…. 218 Aperture………..77 WB bracketing……. 222 Exposure bracketing ADL bracketing….. 225 indicator……..
• Page 455
  17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 Bluetooth connection Battery indicator ……34 indicator ……..318 Built-in Wi-Fi …….. 132 Airplane mode……317 Release mode ……135 Wi-Fi connection indicator ..132 AF-area mode….54, 216, 262 Remote-control connection Focus mode….51, 216, 262 indicator ……..323 Optical VR……

• Page 456: The Monitor: Movie Mode

  The Monitor: Movie Mode The following indicators appear in the monitor in movie mode. Recording indicator ……44 Sound level ……..145 “No movie” indicator ….45 Microphone sensitivity ..145, 263 Frame size and rate/image Frequency response ….264 quality……… 143, 258 Electronic VR indicator..

• Page 457: The Viewfinder: Photo Mode

  The Viewfinder: Photo Mode The following indicators appear in the viewfinder in photo mode. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Battery indicator ……34 Image quality ….. 126, 194 Live view preview indicator ..281 Image size……128, 194 Optical VR indicator ..139, 216 Bluetooth connection indicator……..

• Page 458
  Exposure bracketing indicator … 218 Flash compensation indicator..111 WB bracketing indicator … 222 Exposure indicator ……79 ADL bracketing indicator..225 Exposure compensation HDR indicator ……234 display ……… 102 Multiple exposure indicator..227 Bracketing progress indicator: Number of shots remaining in Exposure bracketing….

• Page 459: The Viewfinder: Movie Mode

  The Viewfinder: Movie Mode The following indicators appear in the viewfinder in movie mode. Frame size and rate/image Release mode quality………143, 258 (still photography)….262 File name ……..193 Sound level ……..145 Recording indicator…… 44 Microphone sensitivity..145, 263 “No movie” indicator….45 Frequency response….

• Page 460: The Nikon Creative Lighting System

  The Nikon Creative Lighting System Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography. CLS-Compatible Flash Units The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units: i-TTL balanced fill ✔…

• Page 461
  ✔ ✔ ✔ — ✔ ✔ — — — Remote flash control ✔ ✔ ✔ — ✔ i-TTL i-TTL — — — — Quick wireless flash ✔ ✔ — — ✔ [A:B] — — — — control ✔ ✔ qA Auto aperture —…
• Page 462
  1 Not available with spot metering. 2 Can also be selected with flash unit. 3 qA/A mode selection performed on flash unit using custom settings. 4 Can only be selected using the camera Flash control option. 5 Available only during close-up photography. 6 Choice of qA and A depends on the option selected with the master flash.
• Page 463
  Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to the flash unit manual for detailed instructions. If the unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. Note that this camera is not included in the “digital SLR” category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. i-TTL flash control can be used at ISO sensitivities between 100 and 12800.
• Page 464
  Other Flash Units The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. Flash unit SB-80DX, SB-30, SB-27 SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-50DX, SB-23, SB-22S, SB-22, SB-26, SB-25, SB-29, SB-21B, SB-20, SB-16B, Flash mode SB-24 SB-29S SB-15 ✔ ✔ Non-TTL auto —…

• Page 465: Other Accessories

  Other Accessories A variety of accessories are available for your Nikon camera. Power sources • EN-EL25 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery: Additional EN-EL25 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon service representatives. • MH-32 Battery Charger: The MH-32 can be used to recharge EN-EL25 batteries.

• Page 466
  DK-30 Rubber Eyecup: The DK-30 makes the image in the Viewfinder eyepiece viewfinder easier to see, preventing eye fatigue. accessories Remove Replace FTZ Mount Adapter: An adapter that allows NIKKOR F mount Mount adapters lenses to be used with digital cameras that support interchangeable Z mount lenses.

• Page 467: Charging Ac Adapters

  Remote ML-L7 Remote Control: Once paired with the camera, the ML-L7 can be used to take photographs and record controls movies remotely. • Use the Wireless remote (ML-L7) options > Save wireless remote controller option in the camera setup menu to pair the camera with the remote. •…

• Page 468
  After confirming that the camera is off, connect the charging AC adapter using the USB cable supplied with the camera and plug the adapter in. Use only a UC-E21 USB cable and an EH-73P charging adapter; do not use other charging adapters or third-party USB-AC adapters or smartphone chargers.
• Page 469
  The Charge Lamp If the battery cannot be charged using the charging AC adapter, for example because the battery is not compatible or the temperature of the camera is elevated, the charge lamp will flash rapidly for about 30 seconds and then turn off. If the charge lamp is off and you did not observe the battery charging, turn the camera on and check the battery level.

• Page 470: Software

  Pair the camera with the computer and download pictures via Wi-Fi. • Nikon computer software is available from the Nikon Download Center. Check the version and system requirements and be sure to download the latest version.

• Page 471: Caring For The Camera

  Caring for the Camera Learn how to store, clean, and care for your 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.

• Page 472: Cleaning The Image Sensor

  The image sensor can be cleaned as described below. Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily damaged; we recommend that manual cleaning be performed only by a Nikon-authorized service representative. Remove the lens. Turn the camera off and remove the lens or body cap.

• Page 473
  Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services).

• Page 474: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions

  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.

• Page 475
  Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly.
• Page 476
  Notes on the monitor and viewfinder: These displays are constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective. Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device.
• Page 477
  If the problem persists, cease use immediately and take battery and charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. • Do not move the charger or touch the battery during charging. Failure…
• Page 478
  • Battery capacity may temporarily drop if the battery is charged at low temperatures or used at a temperature below the temperature at which it was charged. • Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair battery performance.

• Page 479: Specifications

  • F mount NIKKOR lenses with mount adapter; restrictions may apply Effective pixels Effective pixels 20.9 million Image sensor Image sensor 23.5 × 15.7 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon DX format) Total pixels 21.51 million Image Dust Off reference data (requires Dust-Reduction System Capture NX-D) Storage Image size (pixels) •…

• Page 480
  Storage File format • NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit • JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16) compression • NEF (RAW)+JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats Auto, Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Picture Control System Portrait, Landscape, Flat, Creative Picture…
• Page 481
  • Low-speed continuous: 1–4 fps Approximate maximum frame advance rate • High-speed continuous: 5 fps • High-speed continuous (extended): 11 fps (measured under Nikon- specified test conditions) Self-timer 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1–9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s…
• Page 482
  Exposure • b: Auto, P: programmed auto with flexible Mode program, S: shutter-priority auto, A: aperture- priority auto, M: manual • Scene modes: k portrait; l landscape; p child; m sports; n close up; o night portrait; r night landscape; s party/indoor; t beach/snow; d sunset;…
• Page 483
  Focus Lens servo • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); AF mode auto- switch (AF-A; available only in photo mode); full-time AF (AF-F; available only in movie mode); predictive focus tracking • Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used Focus points (single-point AF, photo mode, DX image…
• Page 484
  Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting i-TTL flash control, optical Advanced Wireless System (CLS) Lighting, FV lock, Color Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync…
• Page 485
  Movie File format MOV, MP4 H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding Video compression Audio recording format Linear PCM, AAC Audio recording device Built-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity adjustable Exposure compensation –3 – +3 EV (choose from step sizes of EV) available in P, S, A, M, h, and q modes •…
• Page 486
  Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi • Standards: — IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the following European countries: Albania, Armenia, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, and Tajikistan) — IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac (other European countries, Uzbekistan, U.S.A., Canada, Mexico) — IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a (other countries in the Americas) •…
• Page 487
  • Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
• Page 488
  Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
• Page 489
  Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.

• Page 490: Approved Memory Cards

  Approved Memory Cards The camera supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards, including SDHC and SDXC cards compliant with UHS-I. Cards rated UHS Speed Class 3 or better are recommended for movie recording and playback; using slower cards may result in recording or playback being interrupted.

• Page 491: Memory Card Capacity

  Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 32 GB SanDisk SDSDXVE-032G-JNJIP card at different image quality and size settings when DX (24 × 16) is selected for Choose image area (as of April 2019). 1, 2 Image quality Image size…

• Page 492: Battery Endurance

  • Using the camera with optional accessories connected • Repeatedly zooming in and out • Taking pictures at low ambient temperatures To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL25 batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.

• Page 493: Nikkor Z Dx 16-50Mm F/3.5-6.3 Vr Lens User’s Manual

  NIKKOR Z DX 16–50mm f/3.5–6.3 VR Lens User’s Manual This section is included as a lens manual for purchasers of the NIKKOR Z DX 16–50mm f/3.5–6.3 VR lens kit. Note that lens kits may not be available in some countries or regions. Using the Lens ❚❚…

• Page 494
  Lens hoods block stray light that would otherwise cause flare or ghosting. They also 1 Lens hood* serve to protect the lens. Rotate to zoom in or out. Be sure to extend the 2 Zoom ring lens before use. 3 Focal length scale Determine the approximate focal length when zooming the lens in or out.
• Page 495
  ❚❚ Attachment and Removal Attaching the Lens Turn the camera off, remove the body cap, and detach the rear lens cap. Position the lens on the camera body, keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with the mounting mark on the camera body, and then rotate the lens counterclockwise until it clicks into place.
• Page 496
  ❚❚ Before Use The lens is retractable and must be extended before use. Rotate the zoom ring as shown until the lens clicks into the extended position. Pictures can only be taken when the focal length mark points to positions between 16 and 50 on the focal length scale. Pictures can be taken at these focal lengths To retract the lens, rotate the zoom ring in the opposite…
• Page 497
  ❚❚ Attaching and Removing Optional Lens Hoods Lens hoods (available separately) screw directly into the threads in front of the lens. Do not touch the glass surface of the lens or use excessive force. To remove the hood, unscrew it from the lens.
• Page 498
  ❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR) The lens’s on-board vibration reduction can be enabled or disabled using camera controls; see the camera manual for details. Vibration reduction reduces blur caused by camera shake, allowing shutter speeds up to 4.5 stops slower than would otherwise be the case and increasing the range of shutter speeds available.
• Page 499
  ❚❚ When the Lens Is Attached • The focus position may change if you turn the camera off and then on again after focusing. If you have focused on a pre- selected location while waiting for your subject to appear, we recommend that you do not turn the camera off until the picture is taken.
• Page 500
  Precautions for Use • Do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the lens hood. • Keep the CPU contacts clean. • Due to the design of the vibration reduction system, the lens may rattle when shaken. This does not indicate a malfunction. •…
• Page 501
  Lens Care • Removing dust is normally sufficient to clean the glass surfaces of the lens. • Smudges, fingerprints, and other oily stains can be removed from the lens surface using a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens cleaning tissue lightly dampened with a small amount of ethanol or lens cleaner.
• Page 502
  (distance from camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted) Weight Approx. 135 g (4.8 oz) Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications, and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice. ➜ Technical Notes…

• Page 503: Nikkor Z Dx 50-250Mm F/4.5-6.3 Vr Lens User’s Manual

  NIKKOR Z DX 50–250mm f/4.5–6.3 VR Lens User’s Manual This section is included as a lens manual for purchasers of the NIKKOR Z DX 50–250mm f/4.5–6.3 VR lens kit. Note that lens kits may not be available in some countries or regions. Using the Lens ❚❚…

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  Lens hoods block stray light that would otherwise cause flare or ghosting. They also 1 Lens hood* serve to protect the lens. 2 Lens hood lock mark Lens hood alignment Use when attaching the lens hood. mark Lens hood mounting mark Rotate to zoom in or out.
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  ❚❚ Attachment and Removal Attaching the Lens Turn the camera off, remove the body cap, and detach the rear lens cap. Position the lens on the camera body, keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with the mounting mark on the camera body, and then rotate the lens counterclockwise until it clicks into place.
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  ❚❚ Before Use The lens is retractable and must be extended before use. Rotate the zoom ring as shown until the lens clicks into the extended position. Pictures can only be taken when the focal length mark points to positions between 50 and 250 on the focal length scale.
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  ❚❚ Attaching and Removing Optional Lens Hoods Align the lens hood mounting mark with the lens hood alignment mark (q) and then rotate the hood (w) until the mounting mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark (e). To remove the hood, reverse the above steps. Lens hood alignment mark Lens hood mounting mark Lens hood lock mark When attaching or removing the hood, hold it near the lens…
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  ❚❚ Using Built-in Flash Units Shadows will be visible in photos where the light from the built- in flash is obscured by the lens or lens hood. Remove the lens hood before shooting. Note, however, that even if the hood is removed, shadows may still be visible at some focal lengths and subject distances.
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  ❚❚ When the Lens Is Attached • The focus position may change if you turn the camera off and then on again after focusing. If you have focused on a pre- selected location while waiting for your subject to appear, we recommend that you do not turn the camera off until the picture is taken.
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  Precautions for Use • Do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the lens hood. • Keep the CPU contacts clean. • Due to the design of the vibration reduction system, the lens may rattle when shaken. This does not indicate a malfunction. •…
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  Lens Care • Removing dust is normally sufficient to clean the glass surfaces of the lens. • Smudges, fingerprints, and other oily stains can be removed from the lens surface using a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens cleaning tissue lightly dampened with a small amount of ethanol or lens cleaner.
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  (distance from camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted) Weight Approx. 405 g (14.3 oz) Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications, and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice. ➜ Technical Notes…

• Page 513: Lenses That May Block The Built-In Flash And Af-Assist Illuminator

  Lenses That May Block the Built-in Flash and AF-Assist Illuminator The lenses listed in this section may block the built-in flash or AF-assist illuminator under some conditions. AF-Assist Illumination The AF-assist illuminator has a range of about 1.0–3.0 m (3 ft 4 in.–9 ft 10 in.);…

• Page 514
  The Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used with lenses with focal lengths of 16–300 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. •…

• Page 515: Trademarks And Licenses

  Nikon Corporation is under license. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been…

• Page 516
  FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright © 2012 The FreeType Project (https://www.freetype.org). All rights reserved. MIT License (HarfBuzz) Portions of this software are copyright © 2018 The HarfBuzz Project (https://www.freedesktop.org/wiki/Software/HarfBuzz). All rights reserved. AVC Patent Portfolio License HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON…
• Page 517
  Unicode® Character Database License (Unicode® Character Database) This software incorporates Unicode® Character Database open-source code. The license for this open-source code is given below. COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE Copyright © 1991-2019 Unicode, Inc. All rights reserved. Distributed under the Terms of Use in https://www.unicode.org/copyright.html.

• Page 518: Index

  Index W (Continuous H) ……135 Symbols X (Continuous H (extended)) ..135 b (Auto mode) ……40, 44 E (Self-timer) ……135, 138 P (Programmed auto) ….75, 76 L (Silent photography)….71 S (Shutter-priority auto) …..75, 76 x (Electronic front-curtain shutter) … A (Aperture-priority auto)..75, 77 M (Manual) ……..75, 78 P (Mechanical shutter)….279…

• Page 519
  Automatic display switch ….8 Accessories ……… 437 Access-point mode….352, 353 Battery……….31, 32 Active D-Lighting ……133 Battery charger ……31, 460 ADL bracketing ……… 225 Battery endurance……464 AE bracketing ……..218 Battery level ………. 34 AE lock………104, 105 Beep options ……..316 AF …………
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  Continuous L ……..135 Dynamic-area AF …….55, 140 Continuous release mode..135, 262 Control ring……65, 466, 476 Copyright information ….315 Easy connect……..358 CPU contacts……466, 476 Edit movie ……… 162, 343 Creative Lighting System (CLS)… 432 Electronic VR……147, 263 Creative Picture Control ….
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  Flash pop-up control ….29, 107 Image comment……..314 Flash ready indicator……. 435 Image Dust Off ref photo….312 Flash shutter speed ……283 Image overlay……..340 Flash sync speed……. 282 Image quality ……126, 194 Flat (Set Picture Control)….116 Image review……150, 184 Flexible program ………76 Image sensor ………
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  Manual focus ring in AF mode ..273 Number of shots …….464 Matrix metering…….. 131 Max. continuous release….278 Maximum aperture……435 OK button……….292 Maximum sensitivity….101, 196 Optical AWL ……406, 408 Memory buffer ……..137 Optical VR ……139, 216, 263 Memory card……
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  Quick retouch ……..336 Selective color……..98 Quick sharp……… 119 Self-portrait mode …..13, 317 Self-timer ……135, 138, 276 Send while off ……..319 Sensitivity ……….100 Rating ……….. 187 Set Picture Control ..116, 204, 260 Rear-curtain sync…..108, 129 Setup menu ……180, 305 Recent settings……345, 349 Shade (White balance)….120 Rechargeable Li-ion battery.
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  Time …………80 Wind noise reduction……264 Time zone ……….. 307 Wireless remote (ML-L7) options 323 Time zone and date……307 Wireless Transmitter Utility…351 Time-lapse movie……249 Touch controls ….12, 63, 316 Touch screen ………12, 63 Touch shutter ……..12, 63 Trademark Information….487 Trim …………
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  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. SB0G04(11) 6MOA3011-04…