Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page x). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.
Page 2 Menu Guide describes the options available in the camera menus. 1 On your computer, launch a web browser and open the Nikon manual download site at http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ 2 Navigate to the page for the desired product and download the manual.
Page 3 Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. This icon marks notes; information that should be read before using the camera.
Page 4: Package Contents
Use Capture NX-D to fine-tune pictures that have been copied to a computer and to convert NEF (RAW) images to other formats. Capture NX-D is available for download from: http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ You can also visit this website for the latest information on Nikon software, including system requirements.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents For Your Safety ..................x Notices.....................xiv Introduction Getting to Know the Camera .............1 Camera Body ..................1 The Top Control Panel..............6 The Rear Control Panel ..............8 The Viewfinder Display ..............10 Using the Touch Screen..............12 The Accessory Shoe Cover............14 Tutorial Camera Menus..................
Page 6 Live View Photography Autofocus ...................48 Manual Focus..................50 Using the i Button................51 Silent Mode..................54 The Live View Display..............56 The Information Display..............57 Movies Recording Movies................59 Indices....................63 Using the i Button................63 The Live View Display..............65 Maximum Length ................67 The Information Display..............68 The Movie Crop ................69 Taking Photos in Movie Mode ............71 Time-Lapse Movies ................
Page 7 Focus Autofocus ....................98 Autofocus Mode................101 AF-Area Mode ................104 Focus Point Selection ..............108 Focus Lock ..................111 Manual Focus..................114 Release Mode Choosing a Release Mode ..............116 Quick Release-Mode Selection..........119 Self-Timer Mode.................120 Mirror up Mode ..................122 ISO Sensitivity Manual Adjustment................124 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control ............126 Exposure Metering ....................129 Exposure Mode ..................131...
Page 8 White Balance White Balance Options ..............159 Fine-Tuning White Balance............162 Choosing a Color Temperature ............165 Preset Manual ..................168 Viewfinder Photography............169 Live View (Spot White Balance) ..........173 Managing Presets................. 176 Image Enhancement Picture Controls..................179 Selecting a Picture Control............179 Modifying Picture Controls ............181 Creating Custom Picture Controls..........
Page 9 Other Shooting Options The R Button..................220 The i button ..................223 Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings .......224 Multiple Exposure ................227 Interval Timer Photography ............234 Non-CPU Lenses.................241 Location Data..................244 More About Playback Viewing Images..................246 Full-Frame Playback..............246 Thumbnail Playback..............246 Playback Controls ................247 Using the Touch Screen..............249 The i Button...................251 Photo Information................252 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom........261...
Page 10 Connections Installing ViewNX-i............... 275 Copying Pictures to the Computer ........276 Ethernet and Wireless Networks..........279 Printing Photographs...............281 Connecting the Printer............... 281 Printing Pictures One at a Time..........282 Printing Multiple Pictures............283 Viewing Photographs on TV............284 HDMI Options ................285 Menu List D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ......287 C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ....289...
Page 11 Technical Notes Compatible Lenses ................321 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS).......328 Other Accessories................334 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter ....340 Caring for the Camera..............342 Storage....................342 Cleaning ...................342 The Low-Pass Filter...............343 “Clean Now” ................343 “Clean at Startup/Shutdown” ..........344 Manual Cleaning...............345 Replacing the Clock Battery ............349...
Page 12: For Your Safety
For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
Page 13 Do not use in the presence of flammable Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Do not use electronic equipment Batteries may leak, overheat, in the presence of flammable gas, rupture, or catch fire if improperly as this could result in explosion or handled.
Page 14 • Do not handle the power cable or Nikon for the purpose to maintain go near the charger during compliance with product thunderstorms. Failure to observe regulations.
Page 15 Do not aim a flash at the operator of a Avoid contact with liquid crystal Should the monitor break, care motor vehicle Failure to observe this precaution should be taken to avoid injury could result in accidents. due to broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the Observe caution when using the flash monitor touching the skin or...
Page 16: 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 this transmitted, transcribed, stored in a product. retrieval system, or translated into any •...
Page 17 Nikon Corporation may void the user’s interference to radio communications. authority to operate the equipment. However, there is no guarantee that...
Page 18 Notice for Customers in the State of California WARNING: Handling the cord on this product Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, may expose you to lead, a chemical known Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. to the State of California to cause birth Tel.: 631-547-4200...
Page 19 Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or •...
Page 20 Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, 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 21 Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. T HE USE OF NON IKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR...
Page 23: Introduction
Introduction Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body I button ........
Page 24 Camera Body (Continued) Stereo microphone Battery-chamber cover ....22 (for movies).......61, 63, 296 AF-mode button..48, 50, 101, 105 Meter coupling lever ....371 Focus-mode selector ..48, 98, 114 Mirror........122, 345 Flash sync terminal ......195 Self-timer lamp ......121 Ten-pin remote terminal ...244, 337 Flash sync terminal cover...195 Peripheral connector....335 Ten-pin remote terminal...
Page 25 Pv button ....50, 132, 305, 307 Fn button (vertical)....39, 305 Sub-command dial...... 306 Vertical shooting shutter-release button lock........39 Fn1 button ......305, 307 Lens mounting mark......26 Fn2 button ......305, 307 Lens mount ......26, 115 Sub-command dial for vertical shooting....39, 306 CPU contacts Shutter-release button for Tripod socket...
Page 26 Camera Body (Continued) 13 14 O/Q button ....33, 43, 266 Rear control panel......8 K button ........ 42, 246 S button ....116, 119, 224, 302 T button......93, 96 Monitor ..12, 42, 44, 59, 246, 308 G button ......15, 287 U button ......159, 163, 167, 169, 224 L (Z/Q) button ..
Page 27 Eyepiece adapter ....36, 336 Memory card slot cover ..30, 32 Eyepiece shutter lever ....120 Card slot cover release button (under cover) ........30 Eyepiece adapter latch....36 C button......39, 102, 305 a button....44, 59, 173, 307 Multi selector (vertical) ..39, 305 Live view selector ....
Page 28: The Top Control Panel
The Top Control Panel Shutter speed.......134, 136 Aperture stop indicator ..135, 324 AF-area mode.......104, 106 Aperture (f-number)...135, 136 Exposure compensation value..143 Aperture Flash compensation value ..200 (number of stops)....135, 324 Number of shots in Bracketing increment..148, 152 exposure and flash bracketing Number of shots in ADL sequence ........147 bracketing sequence ....155...
Page 29 Exposure and flash bracketing Exposure indicator....... 137 indicator......... 147 Exposure compensation WB bracketing indicator .... 151 display ..........143 ADL bracketing indicator... 155 Bracketing progress indicator: Exposure and flash Shutter-speed lock icon ..... 140 bracketing........147 Flash sync indicator..... 303 WB bracketing ......
Page 30: The Rear Control Panel
The Rear Control Panel “Remaining” indicator....383 “k” (appears when memory remains for over 1000 Image size (NEF/RAW)....96 exposures)........38 Release mode.......116, 119 Color temperature indicator..167 Voice memo status Supplementary seconds indicator ........272, 273 display........121, 272 Voice memo recording mode..272 Image size Release mode.......116, 119 (JPEG and TIFF images)....
Page 31 LCD Illuminators Rotating the power switch toward D Power switch activates the backlights for the buttons and control panels, making it easier to use the camera in the dark. After the power switch is released, the backlights will remain lit for a few seconds while the standby timer is active or until the shutter is released or the power switch is rotated toward D again.
Page 32: The Viewfinder Display
The Viewfinder Display 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 20 21 22 Framing grid (displayed when On Exposure indicator .......137 is selected for Custom Setting d8) Exposure compensation display ............302 ............143 Bracketing progress indicator: 12-mm reference circle for center- Exposure and flash weighted metering......129 bracketing ........147...
Page 33 Bracketing indicator: Network display ......279 Exposure and flash Number of exposures bracketing ......... 147 remaining ........38, 383 WB bracketing ......151 Number of shots remaining before ADL bracketing......155 memory buffer fills..40, 118, 383 Focus indicator.......40, 115 Preset white balance recording indicator......
Page 34: Using The Touch Screen
Using the Touch Screen The touch-sensitive monitor supports the following operations: Flick Flick a finger a short distance left or right across the monitor. Slide Slide a finger over the monitor. Stretch/Pinch Place two fingers on the monitor and move them apart or pinch them together.
Page 35 ❚❚ Using the Touch Screen During playback (0 249), the touch screen can be used to: • View other images • Zoom in or out • View thumbnails • View movies The touch screen can be used to position the focus point during live view (0 49), to measure a value for preset manual white balance using spot white balance tool (0 173), and for typing (0 185).
Page 36: The Accessory Shoe Cover
The Accessory Shoe Cover The supplied accessory shoe cover can be used to protect the accessory shoe or to prevent light reflected from the metal parts of the shoe from appearing in photographs. The cover attaches to the camera accessory shoe as shown at right. To remove the accessory shoe cover, hold it down with your thumb and slide it off as shown at...
Page 37: Tutorial
Tutorial Camera Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options G button can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 287) • B: Setup (0 308) •...
Page 38: Using Camera Menus
Using Camera Menus ❚❚ Menu Controls The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the menus. Multi selector Select Move cursor up highlighted item Select Cancel and return highlighted to previous menu item or display J button sub-menu Select Move cursor down highlighted item...
Page 39 ❚❚ Navigating the Menus Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. Display the menus. G button Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. Select a menu.
Page 40: Display Options
Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item.
Page 41: First Steps
Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. Charge the Battery The D5 is powered by an EN-EL18a rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-26a battery charger before use. Batteries take about 2 hours and 35 minutes to fully recharge when no charge remains.
Page 42 Remove the contact protector. Remove the contact protector from the charger battery chamber. Charge the battery. Chamber lamps Contacts Guide Charge lamps (green) Insert the battery (terminals first), aligning the end of the battery with the guide and then sliding the battery in the direction indicated until it clicks into place.
Page 43 Charging is complete when the chamber lamp stops flashing and the charge lamps turn off. About 2 hours and 35 minutes are required to fully charge an exhausted battery; note that the battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F).
Page 44: Insert The Battery
Insert the Battery Turn the camera off. Inserting and Removing Batteries Before inserting or removing the battery, confirm that power switch is in the OFF position. Remove the battery-chamber cover. Lift the battery-chamber cover latch, turn it to the open (A) position (q) and remove the BL-6 battery-chamber cover (w).
Page 45 Insert the battery. Insert the battery as shown at right. Latch the cover. To prevent the battery from becoming dislodged during operation, rotate the latch to the closed position and fold it down as shown at right. Be sure the cover is securely latched.
Page 46 The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages x–xiii and 351–354 of this manual. Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F); failure to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance.
Page 47: Attach A Lens
Attach a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G. Lens mounting mark Lens cap CPU contacts (0 324) Focus-mode switch (0 26) Focus ring (0 114)
Page 48: Attach The Lens
Attach the lens. Keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with the mounting mark on the camera body, position the lens in the camera’s bayonet mount (q). Being careful not to press the lens-release button, rotate the lens counter-clockwise until it clicks into place (w).
Page 49: Basic Setup
Basic Setup The language option in the setup menu is automatically highlighted the first time menus are displayed. Choose a language and set the camera clock. Turn the camera on. Power switch Select Language in the setup menu. G button Press the G button to display the camera menus, then highlight Language in the setup menu and press 2.
Page 50 Select Time zone and date. Select Time zone and date and press 2. Set time zone. Select Time zone and press 2. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the local time zone (the UTC field shows the difference between the selected time zone and Coordinated Universal Time, or UTC, in hours) and press J.
Page 51 Set date format. Select Date format and press 2. Press 1 or 3 to choose the order in which the year, month, and day will be displayed and press J. Exit to shooting mode. Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. The Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by a separate, non-rechargeable CR1616 lithium battery with a life of about two years.
Page 52: Insert A Memory Card
Insert a Memory Card Pictures are stored on memory cards (available separately; 0 381). The camera is equipped with slots for either two XQD or two Type I CompactFlash cards. Type II cards and microdrives can not be used. Turn the camera off. Power switch Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory...
Page 53: Insert The Memory Card
Insert the memory card. Eject button Insert the card into the card slot with the rear label toward the monitor. When the memory card is fully inserted, the eject button will pop up and the green memory card access lamp will light briefly.
Page 54 Memory Card Icons The memory card icons light when memory cards are inserted (the example at right shows the display when two memory cards are inserted). If the memory card is full or an error Top control panel has occurred, the icon for the affected card will flash (0 364).
Page 55: Format The Memory Card
Format the Memory Card Memory cards must be formatted before first use or after being used or formatted in other devices. Formatting Memory Cards Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding (0 276).
Page 56 Press the O (Q) and S (Q) buttons again. Press the O (Q) and S (Q) buttons together a second time while C is flashing to format the memory card. Do not remove the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting.
Page 57: Adjust Viewfinder Focus
Adjust Viewfinder Focus The camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. Check that the display in the viewfinder is in focus before shooting. Turn the camera on. Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. Lift the diopter adjustment control Focus the viewfinder.
Page 58 Replace the diopter adjustment control. Push the diopter adjustment control back in (e). Adjusting Viewfinder Focus If you are unable to focus the viewfinder as described above, select single-servo AF (AF-S; 0 101), single-point AF (0 104), and the center focus point (0 108), and then frame a high-contrast subject in the center focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus the camera.
Page 59: Basic Photography And Playback
Basic Photography and Playback The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining Before taking photographs, check the battery level and number of exposures remaining as described below. ❚❚ Battery Level The battery level is shown in the top control panel and viewfinder. Top control panel Viewfinder Icon...
Page 60 ❚❚ Number of Exposures Remaining The top control panel shows the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (values over 1000 are rounded down to the nearest hundred; e.g., values between 2100 and 2199 are shown as 2.1 k).
Page 61: Ready The Camera
Ready the Camera When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Keep your elbows propped lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep your upper body stable.
Page 62: Focus And Shoot
Focus and Shoot Press the shutter- Focus point release button halfway. At default settings, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus point. Frame a photo in the viewfinder with the main subject Focus Buffer positioned in the center indicator capacity focus point and press the...
Page 63 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter- release-button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. While the photograph is being recorded Memory card access to the memory card, the lamp memory card access lamp will light. Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.
Page 64: Viewing Photographs
1 and 3 (0 252). NIKON D5 1 125 F5 . 6 50mm 100NC _ D5 DSC _ 0001 . JPG N N OR ORMAL AL 2015 10 : 02 : 27 5568x3712 To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.
Page 65: Deleting Unwanted Photographs
Deleting Unwanted Photographs Unwanted photographs can be deleted by pressing the O (Q) button. Note that photographs can not be recovered once deleted. Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described in “Viewing Photographs” on the previous page. The location of the current image is shown by an icon at the bottom left corner of the display.
Page 66: Live View Photography
Live View Photography Follow the steps below to take photographs in live view. Rotate the live view selector to C (live view photography). Live view selector Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor.
Page 67 Focus. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. The focus point will flash green and the shutter release will be disabled while the camera focuses. If the camera is able to focus, the focus point will be displayed in green; if the camera is unable to focus, the focus point will flash red (note that pictures can be taken even when the focus point flashes red;...
Page 68: Take The Picture
Take the picture. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. The monitor will turn off. Exit live view. Press the a button to exit live view. Exposure Preview During live view, you can press J to preview the effects of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity on exposure.
Page 69 Live View Zoom Preview Press the X button to magnify the view in the monitor up to a maximum of about 11×. A navigation window will appear in a gray frame at the bottom right corner of the display. Use the multi selector to scroll to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor, or press W (M) to zoom out.
Page 70: Autofocus
Autofocus To take pictures using autofocus, Focus-mode selector rotate the focus-mode selector to AF. ❚❚ Choosing a Focus Mode The following autofocus modes are available in live view: Mode Description Single-servo AF: For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter- AF-S release button is pressed halfway.
Page 71 ❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area Mode The following AF-area modes can be selected in live view: Mode Description Face-priority AF: Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces, up to a maximum of 35, are detected, the camera will focus on the closest subject;...
Page 72: Manual Focus
To choose an AF-area mode, press the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired mode is displayed in the monitor. AF-mode button Sub-command dial Monitor Manual Focus To focus in manual focus mode (0 114), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is in focus.
Page 73: Using The I Button
Using the i Button The options listed below can be accessed by pressing the i button during live view photography. Highlight items using the multi selector and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item. After choosing the desired setting, press J to return to the i button i-button menu.
Page 74 Option Description During live view photography, the white balance (hue) of the monitor can be set to a value different from that used for photographs (0 159). This can be effective if the lighting under which shots are framed is different from that used when the photographs are taken, as is sometimes the case when a flash or preset manual Photo live view...
Page 75 ❚❚ Split-Screen Display Zoom Selecting Split-screen display zoom in the live view photography i button menu splits the display into two boxes showing separate areas of the frame side-by-side at a high zoom ratio. The positions of the magnified areas are shown in the navigation window. Navigation window Use the X and W (M) buttons to zoom in and out, or use the L (Z/Q) button to select a...
Page 76: Silent Mode
Silent Mode When On is selected for Silent photography in the i-button menu (0 52) or On is selected for Silent live view photography in the photo shooting menu (0 293), L is displayed in the monitor and the mirror remains up and the shutter stays open during live view photography.
Page 77 Silent Mode In silent mode, the flash will not fire, the self-timer, bracketing (0 146), Active D-Lighting (0 187), HDR (0 189), vignette control (0 292), distortion control (0 292), multiple exposure (0 227), high ISO noise reduction (0 292), and exposure-delay mode (0 302) turn off, and image quality is fixed at JPEG fine★...
Page 78: The Live View Display
The Live View Display Item Description The amount of time remaining before live q Time remaining view ends automatically. Displayed if — shooting will end in 30 s or less. Photo live view Monitor hue (photo live view display white display white balance).
Page 79: The Information Display
The Information Display To hide or display indicators in the monitor, press the R button. Virtual horizon (0 308) Information on Information off Histogram Framing guides (exposure preview and silent photography only; 0 46, 54)
Page 80 Shooting in Live View To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from interfering with photographs or exposure, close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter (0 120). Although they will not appear in the final picture unless On is selected for Silent photography (0 54), jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots may appear in the monitor, while bright bands may appear in some areas with flashing signs and other intermittent light sources or if the subject is briefly illuminated by a strobe or other bright,...
Page 81: Movies
Movies Read this section for information on recording and viewing movies. Recording Movies Movies can be recorded in live view. Rotate the live view selector to 1 (movie live view). Live view selector Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor, modified for the effects of exposure.
Page 82 Choose a focus mode (0 48). Choose an AF-area mode (0 49). Focus. AF-ON button Frame the opening shot and press the AF-ON button to focus. Note that the number of subjects that can be detected in face-priority AF drops during movie recording.
Page 83: Start Recording
Start recording. Press the movie-record button to start recording. A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Exposure can be locked by pressing the center of the sub-selector Movie-record button (0 141) or altered by up to ±3 EV using Recording indicator exposure compensation (0 143);...
Page 84 Exit live view. Press the a button to exit live view. Exposure Mode The following exposure settings can be adjusted in movie mode: Aperture Shutter speed ISO sensitivity P, S — — — ✔ — — ✔ ✔ ✔ 1 The upper limit for ISO sensitivity can be selected using the Movie ISO sensitivity settings >...
Page 85: Indices
Indices If Index marking is assigned to a control using Custom Setting g1 (Custom control assignment, 0 307), you can press the selected control during recording to add indices that can be used to locate frames during editing and playback (0 81). Up to 20 Index indices can be added to each movie.
Page 86 Option Description Control the frequency response of the built-in Frequency microphone (0 296). response Wind noise Enable or disable wind noise reduction using the built-in microphone’s low-cut filter (0 296). reduction When two memory cards are inserted, you can choose Destination the card to which movies are recorded (0 294).
Page 87: The Live View Display
The Live View Display Item Description Volume of audio output to headphones. q Headphone volume Displayed when third-party headphones are connected. Microphone Microphone sensitivity. sensitivity Sound level for audio recording. Displayed e Sound level in red if level is too high; adjust —...
Page 88 The Count-Down Display A count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically (0 56). Depending on shooting conditions, the timer may appear immediately when movie recording begins. Note that regardless of the amount of recording time available, live view will still end automatically when the timer expires.
Page 89: Maximum Length
Maximum Length The maximum length varies with the options selected for Movie quality and Frame size/frame rate in the movie shooting menu (0 294). Maximum bit rate Maximum length (Mbps) (★ high (★ high quality/ Option quality/Normal) Normal) 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD); 30p 3840 ×...
Page 90: The Information Display
The Information Display To hide or display indicators in the monitor, press the R button. Virtual horizon (0 308) Information on Information off Histogram Framing guides HDMI If the camera is connected to an HDMI device (0 284), the view through the lens will appear both in the camera monitor and on the HDMI device.
Page 91: The Movie Crop
The Movie Crop Movies have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 and are recorded using a crop that varies with the frame size. 3840 × 2160 1920 × 1080 and 1920 × 1080 crop 1280 × 720 Going from a frame size of 1920 × 1080 or 1280 × 720 to 3840 × 2160 increases the apparent focal length by approximately 1.5×, while going from 1920 ×...
Page 92 Image Area At frame sizes of 1920 × 1080 and 1280 × 720, you can choose an image area using the Image area > Choose image area option in the movie shooting menu. Select FX to shoot movies in what is referred to as “FX- based movie format”, DX to shoot in “DX-based movie format”.
Page 93: Taking Photos In Movie Mode
Taking Photos in Movie Mode To take photos in movie mode (either in live view or during movie recording), select Take photos for Custom Setting g1 (Custom control assignment) > Shutter-release button (0 307). Photos with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 can then be taken at any time by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down.
Page 94 ❚❚ Image Size The size of photos taken in movie mode varies with the movie frame size (0 67) and, in the case of photos taken at frame sizes of 1920 × 1080 and 1280 × 720, with the image area and the option selected for Image size >...
Page 95 Metering Exposure and White Balance The area used for metering exposure or auto white balance when photographs are recorded at a movie frame size of 1920 × 1080 crop (0 67) is not the same as the area in the final photograph, with the result that optimal results may not be achieved.
Page 96: Time-Lapse Movies
Time-Lapse Movies The camera automatically takes photos at selected intervals to create a silent time-lapse movie using the options currently selected for Choose image area (0 70), Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality, and Destination in the movie shooting menu (0 294). The photos are taken using viewfinder photography. Before Shooting Before shooting a time-lapse movie, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor.
Page 97 Adjust time-lapse movie settings. Choose an interval, total shooting time, and exposure smoothing option. • To choose the interval between frames: Highlight Interval and Choose an interval longer than press 2. the slowest anticipated shutter speed (minutes and seconds) and press J. •...
Page 98 • To enable or disable exposure smoothing: Highlight Exposure Highlight an option and smoothing and press 2. press J. Selecting On smooths abrupt changes in exposure in modes other than M (note that exposure smoothing only takes effect in mode M if auto ISO sensitivity control is enabled in the photo shooting menu).
Page 99 ❚❚ Ending Shooting To end shooting before all the photos are taken, highlight Off in the time-lapse movie menu and press J, or press J between frames or immediately after a frame is recorded. A movie will be created from the frames shot to the point where shooting ended. Note that shooting will end and no movie will be recorded if the power source is removed or disconnected or the destination memory card is ejected.
Page 100 Frame Size The area used for metering exposure, flash level, or auto white balance when photographs are recorded at a movie frame size of 1920 × 1080 crop (0 67) is not the same as the area in the final photograph, with the result that optimal results may not be achieved.
Page 101 During Shooting During shooting, Q will flash and the time- lapse recording indicator will be displayed in the top control panel. The time remaining (in hours and minutes) appears in the shutter-speed display immediately before each frame is recorded. At other times, the time remaining can be viewed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.
Page 102: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 246). Tap the a icon in the monitor or press the center of the multi selector to start playback; your current position is indicated by the movie progress bar. 1 icon Length Current position/total length...
Page 103 Description Rotate the sub-command dial to skip to Skip ahead/ next or previous index, or to skip to the last back or first frame if the movie contains no indices. Press X to increase volume, W (M) to X /W (M) Adjust volume decrease.
Page 104: Editing Movies
Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option Description Create a copy from which unwanted footage has 9 Choose start/end point been removed. Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. 4 Save selected frame Trimming Movies To create trimmed copies of movies:...
Page 105 Select Choose start/end point. Press i or J, then highlight Choose start/end point and press 2. 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.
Page 106 Choose the end point. Press L (Z/Q) to switch from the start point (w) to the end point (x) selection tool and then select the closing frame as described in Step 5. The frames after the selected frame will be removed when you L (Z/Q) button save the copy in Step 9.
Page 107: Saving Selected Frames
Trimming Movies Movies must be at least two seconds long. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card. Copies have the same time and date of creation as the original. Removing Opening or Closing Footage To remove only the opening footage from the movie, proceed to Step 7 without pressing the L (Z/Q) button in Step 6.
Page 108 Create a still copy. Press 1 to create a still copy of the current frame. Save the copy. Highlight Yes and press J to create a fine★-quality (0 92) JPEG copy of the selected frame. Save Selected Frame JPEG movie stills created with the Save selected frame option can not be retouched.
Page 109: Image Recording Options
Image Recording Options Image Area Choose from image areas of FX (36 × 24) 1.0× (FX format), DX (24 × 16) 1.5× (DX format), 5 : 4 (30 × 24), and 1.2× (30 × 20) 1.2×. See page 383 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at different image area settings.
Page 110 ❚❚ Image Area Options The camera offers a choice of the following image areas: Option Description Images are recorded in FX format with an angle of view equivalent to a NIKKOR lens on a 35 mm FX (36×24) 1.0× format camera. Selecting this option reduces the angle of view and increases the apparent focal length of the lens by 1.2×...
Page 111 DX Lenses DX lenses are designed for use with DX format cameras and have a smaller angle of view than lenses for 35 mm format cameras. If Auto DX crop is off and an option other than DX (24×16) (DX format) is selected for Image area when a DX lens is attached, the edges of the image may be eclipsed.
Page 112 The image area can be selected using the Image area > Choose image area option in the photo shooting menu or by pressing a control and rotating a command dial. ❚❚ The Image Area Menu Select Image area. Highlight Image area in the photo shooting menu and press 2.
Page 113 ❚❚ Camera Controls Assign image area selection to a camera control. Use Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment, 0 305) to assign Choose image area to a control. Use the selected control to choose an image area. The image area can be selected by pressing the selected control and rotating the main or sub-command dial until the desired crop is displayed in the viewfinder (0 89).
Page 114: Image Quality
Image Quality The D5 supports the following image quality options. See page 383 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at different image quality and size settings. Option File type Description RAW data from the image sensor are saved without additional processing.
Page 115 Image quality is set by pressing the T button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the rear control panel. T button Main command dial Rear control panel Number of Exposures Remaining Pressing the T button displays the number of exposures remaining in the rear control panel.
Page 116 ❚❚ NEF (RAW) Compression To choose the type of compression for NEF (RAW) images, highlight NEF (RAW) recording > NEF (RAW) compression in the photo shooting menu and press 2. Option Description NEF images are compressed using a reversible Lossless algorithm, reducing file size by about 20–40% with compressed no effect on image quality.
Page 117: Image Size
Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. Choose from # Large, $ Medium, or % Small (note that image size varies depending on the option selected for Image area, 0 87): Image area Option Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.) Large 5568 ×...
Page 118 Image size for JPEG and TIFF images can be set by pressing the T button and rotating the sub-command dial until the desired option is displayed in the rear control panel. To choose the size of NEF (RAW) images, use the Image size > NEF (RAW) option in the photo shooting menu.
Page 119: Using Two Memory Cards
Using Two Memory Cards When two memory cards are inserted in the camera, you can use the Role played by card in Slot 2 item in the photo shooting menu to choose the role played by the card in Slot 2. Choose from Overflow (the card in Slot 2 is used only when the card in Slot 1 is full), Backup (each picture is recorded twice, once to the card in Slot 1 and again to the card in Slot 2), and RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot...
Page 120: Focus
Focus This section describes the focus options available when photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Focus can be adjusted automatically (see below) or manually (0 114). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 108) or use focus lock to focus and recompose photographs after focusing (0 111).
Page 121 Cross Sensors The availability of cross-sensor focus points varies with the lens used. Cross sensors (cross-sensor focus Lens points highlighted in gray AF-S lenses other than those listed below with maximum apertures of f/4 or faster 99 cross sensors • AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12–24mm f/4G IF-ED •...
Page 122 AF-S/AF-I Teleconverters and Available Focus Points When an AF-S or AF-I teleconverter is attached, the focus points shown in the illustrations can be used for autofocus and electronic rangefinding (note that at maximum combined apertures slower than f/5.6, the camera may not be able to focus on dark or low-contrast subjects).
Page 123: Autofocus Mode
Autofocus Mode Choose from the following autofocus modes: Mode Description Single-servo AF: For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter- release button is pressed halfway. At default settings, shutter can AF-S only be released when in-focus indicator (I) is displayed (focus priority;...
Page 124 See Also For information on using focus priority in continuous-servo AF, see Custom Setting a1 (AF-C priority selection, 0 297). For information on using release priority in single-servo AF, see Custom Setting a2 (AF-S priority selection, 0 297). For information on preventing the camera from focusing when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, see Custom Setting a8 (AF activation, 0 298).
Page 125 Predictive Focus Tracking In AF-C mode, the camera will initiate predictive focus tracking if the subject moves toward or away from the camera while the shutter- release button is pressed halfway or either of the AF-ON buttons is pressed. This allows the camera to track focus while attempting to predict where the subject will be when the shutter is released.
Page 126: Af-Area Mode
AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus point for autofocus is selected. • Single-point AF: Select the focus point as described on page 108; the camera will focus on the subject in the selected focus point only. Use with stationary subjects. •...
Page 127 • Group-area AF: The camera focuses using a group of focus points selected by the user, reducing the risk of the camera focusing on the background instead of on the main subject. Choose for subjects that are difficult to photograph using a single focus point.
Page 128 3D-tracking When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the colors in the area surrounding the focus point are stored in the camera. Consequently 3D-tracking may not produce the desired results with subjects that are similar in color to the background or that occupy a very small area of the frame.
Page 129 AF-S/AF-I Teleconverters If 3D-tracking or auto-area AF is selected for AF-area mode when an AF-S/AF-I teleconverter is used, single-point AF will automatically be selected at combined apertures slower than f/5.6. Manual Focus Single-point AF is automatically selected when manual focus is used. See Also For information on how autofocus adjusts to changes in the distance to the subject, see Custom Setting a3 (Focus tracking with lock-on,...
Page 130: Focus Point Selection
Focus Point Selection The camera focuses using 153 focus points, of which 55 shown at right can be selected manually, allowing photographs to be composed with the main subject positioned almost anywhere in the frame. Follow the steps below to choose the focus point (in group-area AF, you can follow these steps to choose a group of focus points).
Page 131 The Sub-selector Sub-selector The sub-selector can be used in place of the multi selector to select the focus point. Focus and exposure lock while the center of the sub- selector is pressed (0 111, 141). Be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye when using the sub-selector.
Page 132 See Also For information on choosing the number of focus points that can be selected using the multi selector, see Custom Setting a6 (Number of focus points, 0 298). For information on choosing separate focus points and/or AF-area modes for vertical and horizontal orientations, see Custom Setting a7 (Store by orientation, 0 298).
Page 133: Focus Lock
Focus Lock Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 113), focus lock can also be used to recompose the photograph after focusing on another object at the same distance as your original subject.
Page 134 AF-S focus mode: Focus locks automatically when the in-focus indicator (I) appears, and remains locked until you remove your finger from the shutter-release button. Focus can also be locked by pressing the center of the sub-selector as described on the previous page. Recompose the photograph and shoot.
Page 135 Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (●) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus.
Page 136: Manual Focus
Manual Focus Manual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the desired results (0 113). • AF lenses: Set the lens focus mode Focus-mode selector switch (if present) and camera focus-mode selector to M.
Page 137 ❚❚ The Electronic Rangefinder The viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the subject in the selected focus point is in focus (the focus point can be selected from any of the 55 focus points). After positioning the subject in the selected focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens focus ring until the in-focus indicator (I) is displayed.
Page 138: Release Mode
Release Mode Choosing a Release Mode To choose a release mode, press the release Pointer mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial so that the pointer aligns with the desired setting. Mode Description Single frame: The camera takes one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
Page 139 Mode Description Self-timer: Take pictures with the self-timer (0 120). Mirror up: Choose this mode to minimize camera shake in telephoto or close-up photography or in other situations in which the slightest camera movement can result in blurred photographs (0 122). Quick release-mode selection: Press and hold the S button and rotate the main command dial to select the release mode (0 119).
Page 140 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. Note, however, that frame rate will drop when the buffer is full (tAA). The approximate number of images that can be stored in the memory buffer at current settings is shown in the exposure-count...
Page 141: Quick Release-Mode Selection
Quick Release-Mode Selection When the release mode dial is rotated to S, the release mode can be selected by keeping the S button pressed while rotating the main command dial. Release mode dial To adjust settings for the selected release mode, press and hold the S button and rotate the sub-command dial.
Page 142: Self-Timer Mode
Self-Timer Mode The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self- portraits. Mount the camera on a tripod. Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to E.
Page 143 Start the timer. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer. The self-timer lamp will start to flash. Two seconds before the photograph is taken, the self-timer lamp will stop flashing. The shutter will be released about ten seconds after the timer starts.
Page 144: Mirror Up Mode
Mirror up Mode Choose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. To use mirror-up mode, press the release mode dial lock release and rotate the release mode Release mode dial (mirror up). After dial to M pressing the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure,...
Page 145 Mirror Up While the mirror is raised, photos can not be framed in the viewfinder and autofocus and metering will not be performed. Mirror up Mode A picture will be taken automatically if no operations are performed for about 30 s after the mirror is raised. Preventing Blur To prevent blurring caused by camera movement, press the shutter- release button smoothly.
Page 146: Iso Sensitivity
ISO Sensitivity Manual Adjustment The camera’s sensitivity to light can be adjusted according to the amount of light available. Choose from settings that range from ISO 100 and ISO 102400 in steps equivalent to EV. Settings of from about 0.3 to 1 EV below ISO 100 and 0.3 to 5 EV above ISO 102400 are also available for special situations.
Page 147 The ISO Sensitivity Menu ISO sensitivity can also be adjusted using the ISO sensitivity settings option in the photo shooting menu (0 291). ISO Sensitivity The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing faster shutter speeds or smaller apertures, but the more likely the image is to be affected by noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines).
Page 148: Auto Iso Sensitivity Control
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control If On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the photo shooting menu, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected by the user (ISO sensitivity is adjusted appropriately when the flash is used).
Page 149 Adjust settings. The maximum value for auto ISO sensitivity can be selected using Maximum sensitivity (the minimum value for auto ISO sensitivity is automatically set to ISO 100; note that if the ISO sensitivity selected by the user is higher than that chosen for Maximum sensitivity, the value selected by the user will be used instead).
Page 150 Minimum Shutter Speed Auto shutter-speed selection can be fine-tuned by highlighting Auto and pressing 2: for example, values faster than those usually selected automatically can be used with telephoto lenses to reduce blur. Note, however, that Auto functions only with CPU lenses; if a non-CPU lens is used without lens data, minimum shutter speed is fixed at Shutter speeds may drop below the selected minimum if optimum exposure can not be achieved at the ISO sensitivity chosen for...
Page 151: Exposure
Exposure Metering Metering determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available: Option Description Matrix: Produces natural results in most situations. Camera meters wide area of the frame and sets exposure according to tone distribution, color, composition, and, with type G, E, or D lenses (0 321), distance information (3D color matrix metering III;...
Page 152 To choose a metering option, press the Y button and rotate the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. Top control panel Y button Main command dial Viewfinder Non-CPU Lens Data Specifying the focal length and maximum aperture of non-CPU lenses using the Non-CPU lens data option in the setup menu (0 241) allows the camera to use color matrix metering when matrix is selected and...
Page 153: Exposure Mode
Exposure Mode To determine how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture when adjusting exposure, press the I button and rotate the main command dial until the desired option appears in the top control panel. I button Main command dial Top control panel Mode Description...
Page 154 (modes A and M), allowing depth of field to be previewed in the viewfinder. Custom Setting e5—Modeling Flash This setting controls whether optional flash units that support the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS; 0 328) will emit a modeling flash when the Pv button is pressed.
Page 155: 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. Flexible Program In exposure mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the main command dial while the exposure meters are on (“flexible program”).
Page 156: S: Shutter-Priority Auto
S: Shutter-Priority Auto In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. To choose a shutter speed, rotate the main command dial while the exposure meters are on. Shutter speed can be set to “p”...
Page 157: 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 while the exposure meters are on.
Page 158: M: Manual
M: Manual In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the sub-command dial to set aperture. Shutter speed can be set to “p” or to values between 30 s and s, or the shutter can be held open 8000...
Page 159 AF Micro NIKKOR Lenses Provided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be taken into account when the lens aperture ring is used to set aperture. Exposure Indicators The exposure indicators in the viewfinder and top control panel show whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings.
Page 160: Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)
Long Time-Exposures Close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter to prevent the photograph being affected by light entering via the viewfinder (0 120). Nikon recommends using a fully charged battery or an optional AC adapter and power connector to prevent loss of power while the shutter is open.
Page 161 Select exposure mode M. Press the I button and rotate the main command dial until M is displayed in the top control panel. I button Main command dial Top control panel Choose a shutter speed. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb (A) or Time Bulb...
Page 162: Shutter-Speed And Aperture Lock
Shutter-Speed and Aperture Lock Shutter speed lock is available in shutter-priority auto and manual exposure modes, aperture lock in aperture-priority auto and manual exposure modes. Shutter speed and aperture lock are not available in programmed auto exposure mode. Assign shutter speed and aperture lock to a camera control.
Page 163: Autoexposure (Ae) Lock
Autoexposure (AE) Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using center-weighted metering and spot metering (0 129) to meter exposure. Lock exposure. Shutter-release button Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter- release button halfway. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the center of the sub-...
Page 164 Metered Area In spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered at the selected focus point (0 129). In center-weighted metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 12-mm circle in the center of the viewfinder.
Page 165: Exposure Compensation
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (0 129). Choose from values between –5 EV (underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure) in increments of EV.
Page 166 ±0 EV –0.3 EV +2.0 EV (E button pressed) At values other than ±0.0, the 0 at the center of the exposure indicators will flash (exposure modes P, S, and A only) and a E icon will be displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel after you release the E button.
Page 167 Exposure Mode M In exposure mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change. Using a Flash When a flash is used, exposure compensation affects both flash level and exposure, altering the brightness of both the main subject and the background.
Page 168: Bracketing
Bracketing Bracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” the current value. Choose in situations in which 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.
Page 169 ❚❚ Exposure and Flash Bracketing To vary exposure and/or flash level over a series of photographs: Exposure modified by: Exposure modified by: Exposure modified by: 0 EV –1 EV +1 EV Choose the number of shots. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence.
Page 170 Select an exposure increment. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment. Exposure increment BKT button Sub-command dial Top control panel At default settings, the size of the increment can be chosen from 0.3 ( ), 0.7 ( ), 1, 2, and 3 EV.
Page 171 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with exposure compensation (see page 143). While bracketing is in effect, a bracketing progress indicator will be displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel.
Page 172 Exposure and Flash Bracketing In continuous low speed, continuous high speed, and quiet continuous 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. In self-timer mode, the camera will take the number of shots selected in Step 1 on page 147 each time the shutter-release button is pressed, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer) >...
Page 173 ❚❚ White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. Choose the number of shots. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in the top control panel.
Page 174 Select a white balance increment. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is roughly equivalent to 5 mired. White balance increment BKT button Sub-command dial Top control panel Choose from increments of 1 (5 mired), 2 (10 mired), or 3 (15 mired).
Page 175 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.
Page 176 ❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the BKT button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is zero (r) and W is no longer displayed. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
Page 177 ❚❚ ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. Choose the number of shots. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in the top control panel. Number of shots Top control panel BKT button...
Page 178 Select Active D-Lighting. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose Active D-Lighting. BKT button Sub-command dial Active D-Lighting is shown in the top control panel. Control panel display Control panel display Auto High Extra high 1 Normal Extra high 2...
Page 179 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bracketing is in effect, a bracketing progress indicator will be displayed in the top control panel. A segment will disappear from the indicator after each shot.
Page 180 ❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the BKT button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is zero (r) and d is no longer displayed. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
Page 181: White Balance
White Balance White Balance Options White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended with most light sources. If the desired results can not be achieved with auto white balance, choose an option from the list below or use preset white balance.
Page 182 Option Color temp. Description H Direct sunlight 5200 K Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight. N Flash 5400 K Use with optional flash units. G Cloudy 6000 K Use in daylight under overcast skies. M Shade 8000 K Use in daylight with subjects in the shade. 2500–...
Page 183 Studio Flash Lighting Auto white balance may not produce the desired results with large studio flash units. Use preset white balance or set white balance to Flash and use fine-tuning to adjust white balance. Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions.
Page 184: Fine-Tuning White Balance
Fine-Tuning White Balance At settings other than K (Choose color temp.), white balance can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. ❚❚ The White Balance Menu To fine-tune white balance from the photo shooting menu, select White balance and follow the steps below.
Page 185 Press J. Press J to save settings and return to the photo shooting menu. If white balance has been fine-tuned, an asterisk (“U”) will be displayed in the rear control panel. J button ❚❚ The U Button At settings other than K (Choose color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the U button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)–blue (B) axis (0 162;...
Page 186 The Information Display During viewfinder photography, you can press the U button to adjust white balance settings in the information display. Rotate the main command dial to choose the white balance mode and rotate the sub-command dial to choose the color temperature (mode K, “choose color temperature”) or white balance preset (preset manual mode), or use the multi-selector to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)–blue (B) and green (G)–magenta (M) axes...
Page 187: Choosing A Color Temperature
Choosing a Color Temperature Follow the steps below to choose a color temperature when K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance. Choose Color Temperature Note that the desired results will not be obtained with flash or fluorescent lighting. Choose N (Flash) or I (Fluorescent) for these sources.
Page 188 Select a value for green-magenta. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the G (green) or M (magenta) axis and press 1 or 3 to select a value. Value for green (G)- magenta (M) axis Press J. Press J to save changes and return to the photo shooting menu.
Page 189 ❚❚ The U Button When K (Choose color temp.) is selected, the U button can be used to select the color temperature, although only for the amber (A)–blue (B) axis. Press the U button and rotate the sub- command dial until the desired value is displayed in the rear control panel (adjustments are made in mireds;...
Page 190: Preset Manual
Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. The camera can store up to six values for preset white balance in presets d-1 through d-6. Two methods are available for setting preset white balance: Method Description...
Page 191: Viewfinder Photography
Viewfinder Photography Light a reference object. Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. In studio settings, a standard gray panel can be used as a reference object. Note that exposure is automatically increased by 1 EV when measuring white balance;...
Page 192 Select a preset. Press the U button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed in the rear control panel. U button Sub-command dial Rear control panel Select direct measurement mode. Release the U button briefly and then press the button until the L icon in the rear control panel starts to flash.
Page 193 Check the results. If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, C will flash in the control panels, while the viewfinder will show a flashing a. Top control panel Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. Rear control panel Viewfinder If lighting is too dark or too bright, the...
Page 194 Direct Measurement Mode If no operations are performed during viewfinder photography while the displays are flashing, direct measurement mode will end in the time selected for Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 301). Protected Presets If the current preset is protected (0 178), 3 will flash in the top control panel and viewfinder (and L in the rear control panel) if you attempt to measure a new value.
Page 195: Live View (Spot White Balance)
Live View (Spot White Balance) During live view (0 44, 59), white balance can be measured in a selected area of the frame, eliminating the need to prepare a reference object or change lenses during telephoto photography. Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor.
Page 196 Select direct measurement mode. Release the U button briefly and then press the button until the L icon in Rear control panel the rear control panel starts to flash. A spot white balance target (r) will be displayed at the selected focus point.
Page 197 Exit direct measurement mode. Press the U button to exit direct measurement mode. White balance presets can be viewed by selecting Preset manual for White balance in the photo or movie shooting menu. The position of the targets used to measure preset white balance is displayed on presets recorded during live view.
Page 198: Managing Presets
Managing Presets ❚❚ Copying White Balance from a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a selected preset. Select Preset manual. Select White balance in the photo shooting menu, then highlight Preset manual and press 2.
Page 199 Highlight a source image. Highlight the source image. To view the highlighted image full frame, press and hold the X button. To view images in other locations, press W (M) and select the desired card and folder (0 247). Copy white balance. Press J to copy the white balance value for the highlighted photograph to the selected preset.
Page 200 Choosing a White Balance Preset Press 1 to highlight the current white balance preset (d-1–d-6) and press 2 to select another preset. Fine-Tuning Preset White Balance The selected preset can be fine-tuned by selecting Fine-tune and adjusting white balance as described on page 162. Edit Comment To enter a descriptive comment of up to 36 characters for the current white-balance preset,...
Page 201: Image Enhancement
Image Enhancement Picture Controls Selecting a Picture Control Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene. Option Description Standard processing for balanced results. Standard Recommended for most situations. Minimal processing for natural results. Choose for photographs that will later be processed or Neutral retouched.
Page 202 Press L (Z/Q). A list of Picture Controls will be displayed. L (Z/Q) button Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control and press J. J button Custom Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the photo or movie shooting menu (0 184).
Page 203: Modifying Picture Controls
Modifying Picture Controls Existing preset or custom Picture Controls (0 184) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control in the Picture Control list (0 179) and press Adjust settings.
Page 204 ❚❚ Picture Control Settings Option Description Mute or heighten the effect of the selected Picture Control (note that this resets all manual adjustments). Quick adjust Not available with Neutral, Monochrome, Flat, or custom Picture Controls (0 184). Control the sharpness of outlines. Select A to adjust Sharpening sharpening automatically according to the type of scene.
Page 205 “A” (Auto) Results for auto sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame. Use a type G, E, or D lens for best results. Switching Between Manual and Auto Press the X button to switch back and forth between manual and auto (A) settings for sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation.
Page 206: Creating Custom Picture Controls
Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. Select Manage Picture Control. Highlight Manage Picture Control in the photo shooting menu and press 2. Select Save/edit. Highlight Save/edit and press 2. Select a Picture Control.
Page 207 Name the Picture Name area Control. Keyboard The text-entry dialog area shown at right will be Keyboard displayed. By default, new selection Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digit number (assigned automatically) to the name of the existing Picture Control; to use the default name, proceed to Step 7.
Page 208 Manage Picture Control > Rename Custom Picture Controls can be renamed at any time using the Rename option in the Manage Picture Control menu. Manage Picture Control > Delete The Delete option in the Manage Picture Control menu can be used to delete selected custom Picture Controls when they are no longer needed.
Page 209: Preserving Detail In Highlights And Shadows
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows 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.
Page 210: Choose An Option
To use Active D-Lighting: Select Active D-Lighting. Highlight Active D-Lighting in the photo shooting menu and press 2. Choose an option. Highlight the desired option and press J. If Y Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust Active D-Lighting according to shooting conditions (in exposure mode M, however, Y Auto is equivalent to Q Normal).
Page 211: High Dynamic Range (Hdr)
High Dynamic Range (HDR) 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 (0 129; with spot or center-weighted metering and a non-CPU lens, an exposure differential of Auto is equivalent to about 2 EV).
Page 212 Select a mode. Highlight HDR mode and press 2. Highlight one of the following and press • To take a series of HDR photographs, select 0 On (series). HDR shooting will continue until you select Off for HDR mode. • To take one HDR photograph, select On (single photo). Normal shooting will resume automatically after you have created a single HDR photograph.
Page 213 Choose the exposure differential. To choose the difference in exposure between the two shots, highlight Exposure differential and press 2. The options shown at right will be displayed. 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;...
Page 214 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. “l y” will flash in the top control panel and l u in Top control panel the viewfinder while the images are combined;...
Page 215 The BKT Button If HDR (high dynamic range) is selected for Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment) > BKT button + y (0 305), you can select the HDR mode by pressing the BKT button and rotating the main command dial and the exposure differential by pressing the BKT button and rotating the sub-command dial.
Page 216: Flash Photography
Flash Photography To take photos with a flash, attach an optional flash unit (0 328) to the camera accessory shoe. You can also use one or more remote flash units for off-camera flash photography. For information on using flash units, see the documentation provided with the device. Using a Flash Follow the steps below to mount an optional flash unit on the camera and take photographs using the flash.
Page 217: Take Pictures
Take pictures. Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon flash units. Negative voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash. Before using a Nikon flash unit not listed in this section, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative for more information.
Page 218 Unified Flash Control Unified flash control allows the camera and flash unit to share settings. If a flash unit that supports unified flash control is mounted on the camera, changes to flash settings made with either the camera or flash unit are reflected on both devices, as are changes made using optional Camera Control Pro 2 software.
Page 219: On-Camera Flash Photography
On-Camera Flash Photography When an SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300 is mounted on the camera, the flash control mode, flash level, and other flash settings can be adjusted using the Flash control > Flash control mode item in the photo shooting menu (in the case of the SB-5000, these settings can also be adjusted using the controls on the flash unit).
Page 220: Flash Modes
Flash Modes The camera supports the following flash modes: Flash mode Description This mode is recommended for most situations. In programmed auto and aperture-priority auto modes, shutter speed will automatically be set to values between Front- s with Auto FP High-Speed 8000 curtain sync Sync;...
Page 221 ❚❚ Choosing a Flash Mode To choose the flash mode, press the W (M) button and rotate the main command dial until the desired flash mode is selected in the top control panel: W (M) button Main command dial Red-eye reduction with 1, 2 Front-curtain sync Red-eye reduction...
Page 222: Flash Compensation
Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output by from –3 EV to +1 EV in increments of EV, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections.
Page 223 At values other than ±0.0, a Y icon will be displayed in the top control panel and viewfinder after you release the W (M) button. The current value for flash compensation can be confirmed by pressing the W (M) button. Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0.
Page 224: 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.
Page 225 Lock flash level. After confirming that the flash- ready indicator (M) is displayed in the viewfinder, press the control selected in Step 1. The flash will emit a monitor preflash to determine the appropriate flash level. Flash output will be locked at this level and FV lock icon (e) will appear in the viewfinder.
Page 226: Remote Flash Photography
Remote Flash Photography Use remotely controlled flash units for off- camera lighting (Advanced Wireless Lighting, or AWL; 0 329). The camera supports two types of remote flash control: optical AWL, in which the master flash controls the remote flash units using optical signals (low-intensity flash pulses), and radio AWL, in which the remote flash units are controlled by means of radio signals emitted by a WR-R10 mounted on the camera.
Page 227: Setup
Setup This section details the steps involved in setting up a WR-R10 or a master flash mounted on the camera accessory shoe (C) and remote flash units (f ) for wireless flash photography. More information on using optional flash units can be found in the documentation provided with the devices.
Page 228 • PIN: Connect the camera and flash unit using a four-digit PIN. Radio AWL A WR-A10 adapter is required when using the WR-R10. Be sure to update the WR-R10 firmware to the latest version; for information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area.
Page 229 f: Establish a wireless connection. Set the flash units to remote mode and set the devices to the channel you selected in Step 3, then pair the flash units with the WR-R10 according to the option selected in Step 4: •...
Page 230 ❚❚ Optical/Radio AWL For remote flash lighting that incorporates both optically- and radio-controlled flash units, select Optical/radio AWL for Flash control > Wireless flash options in the photo shooting menu and set up the radio-controlled units as described under “Radio AWL” (0 206).
Page 231: Taking Photos
Taking Photos The Flash control > Remote flash control item in the photo shooting menu offers three options for remote flash photography: Group flash, Quick wireless control, and Remote repeating. ❚❚ Group Flash Select this option to adjust settings separately for each group. C: Select Group flash options.
Page 232 f: Set the channel (optical AWL only). Set the remote flash units to the channel selected in Step 2. f: Group the remote flash units. Optical AWL Choose a group (A, B, or C, or if you are using an SB-500 master flash, A or B) for each remote flash unit.
Page 233 ❚❚ Quick Wireless Control Select this option to control overall flash compensation for, and the relative balance between, groups A and B, while setting output for group C manually. C: Select Quick wireless control options. Highlight Quick wireless control options in the flash control display and press 2.
Page 234 If Optical AWL is selected for Flash control > Wireless flash options in the photo shooting menu (0 290), choose a channel for the master flash. If the remote flash units include an SB-500, you must choose channel 3, but otherwise you can choose any channel between 1 and 4.
Page 235 C/f: Frame the photograph, focus, and shoot. In radio AWL, the flash-ready indicator will light in the camera viewfinder (0 10) or flash information display when all flash units are ready. The status of radio- controlled units can also be viewed by selecting Flash control >...
Page 236 If Optical AWL is selected for Flash control > Wireless flash options in the photo shooting menu (0 290), choose a channel for the master flash. If the remote flash units include an SB-500, you must choose channel 3, but otherwise you can choose any channel between 1 and 4.
Page 237 C/f: Frame the photograph, focus, and shoot. In radio AWL, the flash-ready indicator will light in the camera viewfinder (0 10) or flash information display when all flash units are ready. The status of radio- controlled units can also be viewed by selecting Flash control >...
Page 238: Viewing Flash Info
Viewing Flash Info The camera can display flash info for SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, and SB-300 flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe and for remote flash units controlled via radio AWL using a WR-R10. To view flash info, press the R button in the information display (0 220).
Page 239 ❚❚ Distance-Priority Manual Flash control mode...... 197 FP indicator ........303 Flash compensation (distance- priority manual) ....197, 200 Distance ......... 197 ❚❚ Manual Flash control mode...... 197 FP indicator ........303 Flash level ......197, 200 ❚❚ Repeating Flash Flash control mode......
Page 240 ❚❚ Group Flash Flash-ready indicator ....210 Remote flash control ....209 Remote flash control mode ..204 2, 3 Group flash control mode ..209 Group flash mode......209 Flash level/ flash compensation .....209 Channel ......206, 207, 209 Link mode ........206 ❚❚ Quick Wireless Control Flash-ready indicator ....213 Remote flash control ....209...
Page 241 1 Displayed in radio AWL when all flash units are ready. 2 Optical AWL is indicated by Y, radio AWL by Z, joint optical and radio AWL by Y and Z. Optical AWL channel for joint optical and radio AWL is displayed only when SB-500 is used as master flash.
Page 242: Other Shooting Options
Other Shooting Options The R Button Pressing the R button during viewfinder photography displays shooting information in the monitor including shutter speed, aperture, number of exposures remaining, and AF-area mode. 1 2 3 Exposure mode......131 Aperture (f-number)...135, 136 Aperture Flexible program indicator..133 (number of stops)....135, 324 Shutter-speed lock icon....140 Bracketing increment..148, 152...
Page 243 Flash sync indicator..... 303 Image comment indicator..309 Aperture lock icon ....... 140 Copyright information indicator......... 309 Exposure indicator ...... 137 Exposure compensation IPTC indicator........ 309 display ..........143 Active D-Lighting indicator..188 Bracketing progress indicator: Color space........292 Exposure and flash Flash mode........
Page 244 The Information Display (Continued) 27 28 29 30 31 36 35 Satellite signal indicator .....244 Number of exposures remaining ....... 38, 383 Long exposure noise reduction Manual lens number ....242 indicator .........292 Custom settings bank ....297 Vignette control indicator..292 Photo shooting menu bank..289 Auto distortion control ....292 Autofocus mode ......101 Electronic front-curtain shutter...302...
Page 245: The I Button
The i button To access the options below, press the i button during viewfinder photography. Highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. i button Option Photo shooting menu bank...
Page 246: Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings
Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the S and U buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The control panels turn off briefly while settings are reset.
Page 247 ❚❚ Settings Accessible from the Photo Shooting Menu Option Default Option Default Extended photo Picture Control Unmodified menu banks settings Image quality JPEG normal Multiple exposure Image size HDR (high dynamic range) JPEG/TIFF Large Interval timer NEF (RAW) Large shooting ISO sensitivity settings Silent live view ISO sensitivity...
Page 248 ❚❚ Settings Accessible from the Movie Shooting Menu Option Default Option Default Movie ISO sensitivity settings Same as photo White balance settings ISO sensitivity (mode M) Auto ISO control (mode M) Maximum 102400 sensitivity ❚❚ Other Settings Option Default Option Default Focus point Center...
Page 249: Multiple Exposure
Multiple Exposure Follow the steps below to record a series of two to ten exposures in a single photograph. ❚❚ Creating a Multiple Exposure Multiple exposures can not be recorded in live view. Exit live view before proceeding. Extended Recording Times If the monitor turns off during playback or menu operations and no operations are performed for about 30 s, shooting will end and a multiple exposure will be created from the exposures that have been...
Page 250 Select a mode. Highlight Multiple exposure mode and press 2. Highlight one of the following and press • To take a series of multiple exposures, select 0 On (series). Multiple exposure shooting will continue until you select Off for Multiple exposure mode. •...
Page 251 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. The BKT Button If Multiple exposure is selected for Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment) >...
Page 252 Choose the overlay mode. Highlight Overlay mode and press 2. The following options will be displayed. Highlight an option and press J. • Add: The exposures are overlaid without modification; gain is not adjusted. • Average: Before the exposures are overlaid, the gain for each is divided by the total number of exposures taken (gain for each exposure is set to...
Page 253 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. In continuous release modes (0 116), the camera records all exposures in a single burst. If On (series) is selected, the camera will continue to record multiple exposures while the shutter-release button is pressed; if On (single photo) is selected, multiple exposure shooting will end after the first photograph.
Page 254 ❚❚ Ending Multiple Exposures To end a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, select Off for multiple exposure mode. If shooting ends before the specified number of exposures have been taken, a multiple exposure will be created from the exposures that have been recorded to that point.
Page 255 Multiple Exposure Multiple exposures may be affected by noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines). Do not remove or replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure. Live view is not available while shooting is in progress. Selecting live view resets Multiple exposure mode to Off.
Page 256: Interval Timer Photography
Interval Timer Photography The camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals. Before Shooting Select a release mode other than self-timer (E) when using the interval timer. Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor. Once settings have been adjusted to your satisfaction, close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter to prevent light entering via the viewfinder interfering with photographs and exposure (0 120).
Page 257 Adjust interval timer settings. Choose a start option, interval, number of shots per interval, and exposure smoothing option. • To choose a start option: Highlight Start options and Highlight an option and press 2. press J. To start shooting immediately, select Now. To start shooting at a chosen date and time, select Choose start day and start time, then choose the date and time and press J.
Page 258 • To choose the number of shots per interval: Highlight No. of intervals × Choose the number of shots/interval and press 2. intervals and the number of shots per interval and press J. In S (single frame) mode, the photographs for each interval will be taken at the rate chosen for Custom Setting d1 (Continuous shooting speed) >...
Page 259 Start shooting. Highlight Start and press J. The first series of shots will be taken at the specified starting time, or after about 3 s if Now was selected for Start options in Step 2. Shooting will continue at the selected interval until all shots have been taken.
Page 260 ❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer Photography Interval timer photography can be paused between intervals by pressing J or selecting Pause in the interval timer menu. ❚❚ Resuming Interval Timer Shooting To resume shooting: • Starting Now Highlight Restart and press J. •...
Page 261 ❚❚ No Photograph The camera will skip the current interval if any of the following situations persist for eight seconds or more after the interval was due to start: the photograph or photographs for the previous interval have yet to be taken, the memory card is full, or the camera is unable to focus in AF-S (note that the camera focuses again before each shot).
Page 262 Interval Timer Photography Choose an interval longer than the time needed to take the selected number of shots and, if you are using a flash, the time needed for the flash to charge. If the interval is too short, the number of photos taken may be less than the total listed in Step 2 (the number of intervals multiplied by the number of shots per interval) or the flash may fire at less than the power needed for full exposure.
Page 263: Non-Cpu Lenses
Non-CPU Lenses Non-CPU lenses can be used in exposure modes A and M, with aperture set using the lens aperture ring. By specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user can gain access to the following CPU lens functions. If the focal length of the lens is known: •...
Page 264 To enter or edit data for a non-CPU lens: Select Non-CPU lens data. Highlight Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu and press 2. Select a lens number. Highlight Lens number and press 4 or 2 to choose a lens number. Enter the focal length and aperture.
Page 265 To recall lens data when using a non-CPU lens: Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Assign Choose non-CPU lens number to a control using Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment, 0 305). Use the selected control to choose a lens number. Press the selected control and rotate the main or sub- command dial until the desired lens number is displayed in the top control panel.
Page 266: Location Data
MC-35 GPS adapter cord (0 338). ❚❚ GP-1/GP-1A GPS Units These optional GPS units are designed for use with Nikon digital cameras. For information on connecting the unit, see the manual provided with the device.
Page 267 ❚❚ Setup Menu Options The Location data item in the setup menu contains the options listed below. • Standby timer: Choose whether or not the standby timer is enabled when a GPS unit is attached. Option Description Standby timer enabled. The timer expires automatically if no operations are performed for the period specified in Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 301), reducing the drain on the battery.
Page 268: More About Playback
More About Playback Viewing Images Full-frame playback Thumbnail playback Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K K button button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. Additional pictures can be displayed by flicking left or right or pressing 4 or 2;...
Page 269: Playback Controls
Playback Controls O (Q) : Delete the current picture (0 266) : View the menus (0 287) L (Z/Q) : Protect the current picture (0 263) : Zoom in (0 261) W (M) : View multiple images (0 246) : Use in combination with the multi selector as described below Display slot/folder selection dialog.
Page 270 Rotate Tall To display “tall” (portrait-orientation) photographs in tall orientation, select On for the Rotate tall option in the playback menu (0 288). Image Review When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 288), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor after shooting (because the camera is already in the correct orientation, images are not rotated automatically during image review).
Page 271: Using The Touch Screen
Using the Touch Screen During playback, the touch-sensitive monitor can be used to: View other Flick left or right to view other images. images In full frame view, you can touch the bottom of the display to Scroll rapidly to display a frame advance bar, then other images slide your finger left or right to...
Page 272 To “zoom out” to a thumbnail view (0 246), use a pinch gesture in full-frame playback. Use pinch View thumbnails and stretch to choose the number of images displayed from 4, 9, and 72 frames. Tap the on-screen guide to start movie playback (movies are indicated by a 1 icon).
Page 273: The I Button
The i Button Pressing the i button during full-frame or thumbnail playback displays the options listed below. • Rating: Rate the current picture (0 265). • Select/deselect for transfer: Select or deselect photos for upload to a computer or ftp i button server (0 279).
Page 274: Photo Information
N I KON D5 F5 . 6 1 125 50mm 100NC _ D5 DSC _ 0001 . JPG N N OR ORMAL AL 100NC _ D5 DSC _ 0001 . JPG N N OR ORM AL AL 2015 10 : 02 : 27...
Page 275: File Information
IPTC preset indicator..247, 309 1, 2 Focus point ......108 AF area brackets ......35 100NC _ D5 DSC _ 0001 . JPG N N OR ORMAL AL Frame number/total number of 2015 10 : 02 : 27 5568x3712 frames 11 10 File name ........
Page 276 ❚❚ Highlights Image highlights ★ 5 100 - 0001 Folder number–frame number Current channel * Flashing areas indicate highlights (areas that may be overexposed) for current channel. Hold W (M) button and press 4 or 2 to cycle through channels as follows: W (M) button (all channels)
Page 277 ❚❚ RGB Histogram Image highlights Folder number–frame number White balance....... 159 Color temperature ....165 ★ 5 100 - 0001 White balance fine-tuning ..162 Preset manual......168 Current channel Histogram (RGB channel). In all histograms, horizontal axis gives pixel brightness, vertical axis number of pixels.
Page 278 Playback Zoom To zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X. Use the X and W (M) buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the ★ 5 100 - 0001 image with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the monitor.
Page 279 1. 4 Exposure mode ......131 ISO sensitivity ......124 Exposure compensation .... 143 100 - 0001 N I KON D5 Optimal exposure tuning ..300 Focal length ......241, 326 Lens data........241 Focus mode....... 48, 98 Lens VR (vibration reduction) Camera name Image area........87...
Page 280 RETOUCH Active D-Lighting ......187 SPRI NG HAS COME. COMMENT HDR exposure differential ..191 HDR smoothing ......191 100 - 0001 N I KON D5 Vignette control......292 Retouch history......312 Image comment ......309 Name of photographer .....309 N I KON TARO ART I ST Copyright holder ......309...
Page 281 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) 10 02 27 Heading 100 - 0001 N I KON D5 1 Data for movies are for start of recording. 2 Displayed only if GPS device is equipped with electronic compass. ❚❚ IPTC Preset (0 309)
Page 282 Hi 0 . 3 50mm + 1 . 0 – 1. 3 SLOW 28 27 100NC _ D5 DSC _ 0001 . JPG NOR ORMAL AL 2015 10 : 02 : 27 5568x3712 Frame number/total number of Current card slot ......97 frames Rating..........265...
Page 283: Taking A Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom To zoom in on an image displayed in full- frame playback, press the X button or the center of the multi selector or give the display two quick taps. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: X button Description Press X or use stretch...
Page 284 Description Faces (up to 35) On-screen guide detected during zoom are indicated by white borders in navigation window. Select faces Rotate sub- command dial or tap on-screen guide to view other faces. Rotate main command dial or tap e or f icons at bottom of display to view same View other location in other photos at current zoom...
Page 285: Protecting Photographs From Deletion
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, the L (Z/Q) button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the O (Q) button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 33, 308).
Page 286 Voice Memos Changes to the protect status of images also apply to any voice memos that may have been recorded with the images. Voice memo overwrite status can not be set separately. Removing Protection from All Images To remove protection from all images in the folder or folders currently selected in the Playback folder menu, press the L (Z/Q) and O (Q) buttons together for about two seconds during playback.
Page 287: Rating Pictures
Rating Pictures Rate pictures or mark them as candidates for later deletion. Ratings can also be viewed in ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D. Rating is not available with protected images. Select an image. Display the image or highlight it in the thumbnail list in thumbnail playback.
Page 288: Deleting Photographs
Deleting Photographs To delete all photographs in the current folder or the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O (Q) button. To delete multiple selected photographs, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs can not be recovered.
Page 289 Delete the photograph(s). To delete the photograph or photographs, press the O (Q) button (Selected image) or J button (All images). To exit without deleting the photograph or photographs, press the K button. See Also The After delete option in the playback menu determines whether the next image or the previous image is displayed after an image is deleted (0 288).
Page 290: The Playback Menu
The Playback Menu Select Delete in the playback menu to delete pictures and their associated voice memos. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Description Q Selected Delete selected pictures. Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for R All playback (0 287).
Page 291 Select the highlighted picture. Press the center of the multi selector to select the highlighted picture. Selected pictures are marked by a O icon. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select additional pictures; to deselect a picture, highlight it and press the center of the multi selector. Press J to complete the operation.
Page 292: Voice Memos
Voice Memos Recording Voice Memos Voice memos up to 60 seconds long can be added to photographs during playback or recording. During Playback To add a voice memo to an existing photograph: Select the photograph. Display the photograph full-frame or highlight it in the thumbnail list.
Page 293: During Shooting
The Fn3 button If Voice memo is selected for Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment) > Fn3 button (0 305), you can press and hold the Fn3 button to record a voice memo for the current image (note that no memo will be recorded if the button is not held down for at least one second).
Page 294 ❚❚ Manual Recording To enable manual voice memo recording, select Voice memo for Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment) > Fn3 button (0 305) and choose Manual only for Voice memo options > Voice memo in the setup menu (0 310). You can then press and hold the Fn3 button at any time to record a voice memo and add it to the most recent photograph (note that no memo will be...
Page 295 Slot 2 If two memory cards are inserted and Backup or RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2 is selected for the Role played by card in Slot 2 option (0 97) in the photo shooting menu, voice memos will be associated with the images recorded to the memory card in the Slot 1.
Page 296: Playing Voice Memos
Playing Voice Memos To play voice memos, press i and select Play voice memo when viewing photographs marked with h icons (0 246). The Fn3 button If Voice memo is selected for Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment) > Fn3 button (0 305), you can press the Fn3 button to start and stop voice memo playback.
Page 297: Connections
Nikon website for your region. http://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:...
Page 298: Copying Pictures To The Computer
Copying Pictures to the Computer Before proceeding, be sure you have installed ViewNX-i (0 275). Connect the USB cable. After turning the camera off and ensuring that a memory card is inserted, connect the supplied USB cable as shown and then turn the camera on.
Page 299 If Nikon Transfer 2 does not start automatically, confirm that the camera is connected and then launch Image Capture (an application that comes with OS X) and select Nikon Transfer 2 as the application that opens when the camera is detected.
Page 300 Click Start Transfer. Pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Start Transfer Terminate the connection. When transfer is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. For More Information Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX-i.
Page 301: Ethernet And Wireless Networks
Ethernet and Wireless Networks The camera can be connected to Ethernet or wireless networks using the built-in Ethernet port or an optional WT-6 or WT-5 wireless transmitter (0 335). Note that an Ethernet cable (available separately from commercial sources) is required for an Ethernet connection.
Page 302 During Transfer Movies can not be recorded or played back in image transfer mode (“image transfer mode” applies when images are being transferred via an Ethernet or wireless network and when images remain to be sent). Live view photography is not available during transfer if On is selected for Silent live view photography in the photo shooting menu.
Page 303: Printing Photographs
Printing Photographs Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 380) connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied USB 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 in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display.
Page 304: Printing Pictures One At A Time
Printing Pictures One at a Time Display the desired picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press the X button to zoom in on the current frame (0 261, press K to exit zoom). To view six pictures at a time, press the W (M) button. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or press the X button to display the highlighted picture full frame.
Page 305: Printing Multiple Pictures
Start printing. Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel 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 306: Viewing Photographs On Tv
Volume can be adjusted using television controls; the camera controls can not be used. The HDMI Cable Clip When using the optional Nikon HDMI cable, attach the supplied clip as shown to prevent accidental disconnection. Do not use cable clips with non-Nikon cables.
Page 307: Hdmi Options
HDMI Options The HDMI option in the setup menu (0 310) controls output resolution and other advanced HDMI options. ❚❚ 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 308 Television Playback Use of an AC adapter and power connector (available separately) is recommended for extended playback. If the edges of photographs are not visible in the television display, select 95% for HDMI > Advanced > Output display size (0 285). Voice Memo Options >...
Page 309: Menu List
Menu List This section lists the options available in the camera menus. For more information, see the Menu Guide. D The Playback Menu: Managing Images Delete Selected Delete multiple images (0 268). Playback folder (defaults to All) (Folder name) Choose a folder for playback. Current Hide image Select/set...
Page 310 Copy image(s) Select source Copy pictures from one memory card to another. This option is only available Select image(s) when two memory cards are inserted in Select destination folder the camera. Copy image(s)? Image review (defaults to Off) Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting (0 42).
Page 311: C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options
C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options Photo shooting menu bank Recall photo shooting menu settings previously stored in a photo shooting menu bank. Changes to settings are stored in the current bank. Extended photo menu banks (defaults to Off ) Choose whether photo shooting menu banks store exposure mode, shutter speed (exposure modes S and M),...
Page 312 Flash control Flash control mode Choose the flash control mode for optional flash units mounted on the Wireless flash options camera accessory shoe or adjust settings Remote flash control for wireless flash photography. Radio remote flash info Image area Choose image area Choose the image area (0 87).
Page 313 NEF (RAW) recording NEF (RAW) compression Choose the type of compression and the bit depth for NEF (RAW) images (0 94). NEF (RAW) bit depth ISO sensitivity settings ISO sensitivity Adjust ISO sensitivity settings for photographs (0 124, 126). Auto ISO sensitivity control White balance (defaults to Auto) Auto...
Page 314 Color space (defaults to sRGB) sRGB Choose a color space for photographs. Adobe RGB Active D-Lighting (defaults to Off) Auto Preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with Extra high 2 natural contrast (0 187). Extra high 1 High Normal Long exposure NR (defaults to Off)
Page 315 Auto bracketing set (defaults to AE & flash) AE & flash Choose the setting or settings bracketed when auto bracketing is in effect AE only (0 146). Flash only WB bracketing ADL bracketing Multiple exposure Multiple exposure mode Record from two to ten NEF (RAW) exposures as a single photograph Number of shots (0 227).
Page 316: The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options
1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options Reset movie shooting menu Select Yes to restore movie shooting menu options to their default values. File naming Choose the three-letter prefix used in naming the image files in which movies are stored. The default prefix is “DSC”. Destination (defaults to Slot 1) Slot 1...
Page 317 Movie quality (defaults to High quality) High quality Choose movie quality (0 67). Normal Movie ISO sensitivity settings ISO sensitivity (mode M) Adjust ISO sensitivity settings for movies. Auto ISO control (mode M) Maximum sensitivity White balance (defaults to Same as photo settings) Same as photo settings Choose the white balance for movies (0 159).
Page 318 Microphone sensitivity (defaults to Auto sensitivity) Auto sensitivity Adjust microphone sensitivity. Manual sensitivity Microphone off Frequency response (defaults to Wide range) Wide range Choose microphone frequency response. Vocal range Wind noise reduction (defaults to Off) Choose whether to enable the built-in microphone’s low-cut filter to reduce wind noise.
Page 319: A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings Custom settings bank Recall Custom Settings previously stored in a Custom Settings menu bank. Changes to settings are stored in the current bank. a Autofocus a1 AF-C priority selection (defaults to Release) Release When AF-C is selected for viewfinder photography, this option controls Focus + release whether photographs can be taken...
Page 320 a4 3D-tracking face-detection (defaults to Off) Choose whether the camera detects and focuses on faces when 3D-tracking is selected for AF-area mode (0 104). a5 3D-tracking watch area (defaults to Normal) Wide Choose the area monitored by pressing the shutter-release button halfway when Normal 3D-tracking is selected for AF-area mode (0 104).
Page 321 a10 Autofocus mode restrictions (defaults to No restrictions) AF-S Choose the autofocus modes available in viewfinder photography (0 101). AF-C No restrictions a11 Focus point wrap-around (defaults to No wrap) Wrap Choose whether viewfinder focus-point selection “wraps around” from one edge No wrap of the display to another.
Page 322 b4 Easy exposure compensation (defaults to Off) On (Auto reset) Choose whether exposure compensation can be adjusted solely by rotating a command dial, without pressing the E button. b5 Matrix metering (defaults to Face detection on) Face detection on Choose Face detection on to enable face detection when shooting portraits Face detection off with matrix metering during viewfinder...
Page 323 c2 Standby timer (defaults to 6 s) Choose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed (0 41). 10 s 30 s 1 min 5 min 10 min 30 min No limit c3 Self-timer Self-timer delay Choose the length of the shutter release delay, the number of shots taken, and Number of shots...
Page 324 Choose whether the shutter releases on remote cameras synchronize with the No sync shutter release on the master camera. d5 Exposure delay mode (defaults to Off) In situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, select 1 s, 2 s, or 3 s to delay shutter release until approximately one, two, or three seconds after the mirror is raised.
Page 325 e Bracketing/flash e1 Flash sync speed (defaults to 1/250 s) 1/250 s (Auto FP) Choose a flash sync speed. 1/250 s 1/200 s 1/160 s 1/125 s 1/100 s 1/80 s 1/60 s Fixing Shutter Speed at the Flash Sync Speed Limit To fix shutter speed at the sync speed limit in shutter-priority auto or manual exposure modes, select the next shutter speed after the slowest possible shutter speed (30 s or %).
Page 326 e2 Flash shutter speed (defaults to 1/60 s) 1/60 s Choose the slowest shutter available when the flash is used in modes P and A. 1/30 s 1/15 s 1/8 s 1/4 s 1/2 s 15 s 30 s e3 Exposure comp. for flash (defaults to Entire frame) Entire frame Choose how the camera adjusts flash...
Page 327 e6 Auto bracketing (mode M) (defaults to Flash/speed) Flash/speed Choose the settings affected when exposure/flash bracketing is enabled in Flash/speed/aperture exposure mode M. Flash/aperture Flash only e7 Bracketing order (defaults to MTR > under > over) MTR > under > over Choose the bracketing order for exposure, flash, and white balance Under >...
Page 328 f2 Multi selector center button Shooting mode Choose the role played by the center of the multi selector. Playback mode Live view f3 Shutter spd & aperture lock Shutter speed lock Lock shutter speed at the value currently selected in mode S or M, or aperture at Aperture lock the value currently selected in mode A or f4 Customize command dials...
Page 329 f7 Reverse indicators (defaults to (W) is selected, the exposure indicators in the top control panel and information display are displayed with negative values on the left and positive values on the right. Select (V) to display positive values on the left and negative values on the right.
Page 330: B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup Format memory card Slot 1 To begin formatting, choose a memory card slot and select Yes. Note that Slot 2 formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card in the selected slot. Before formatting, be sure to make backup copies as required.
Page 331 Non-CPU lens data Lens number Record the focal length and maximum aperture of non-CPU lenses, allowing Focal length (mm) them to be used with functions normally Maximum aperture reserved for CPU lenses (0 241). Clean image sensor Clean now Vibrate the low-pass filter to remove dust (0 343).
Page 332 Voice memo options Voice memo Adjust voice memo settings (0 270). Voice memo overwrite Voice memo control Audio output Beep Volume Choose the pitch and volume of the beep. Pitch Touch controls Enable/disable touch controls Adjust touch control settings (0 12). Full-frame playback flicks HDMI Output resolution...
Page 333 Save/load settings Save settings Save camera settings to or load camera settings from a memory card. Settings Load settings files can be shared with other D5 cameras. Reset all settings Reset Reset all settings apart from the options selected for Language and Time zone Do not reset and date in the setup menu.
Page 334: N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies NEF (RAW) processing Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs (0 315). Trim Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph (0 317). Resize Select image Create small copies of selected photographs. Choose destination Choose size D-Lighting Brighten shadows.
Page 335 Perspective control Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Filter effects Skylight Create the effects of the following filters: • Skylight: A skylight filter effect Warm filter • Warm filter: A warm tone filter effect Monochrome Black-and-white Copy photographs in Black-and-white,...
Page 336: O My Menu/M Recent Settings
O My Menu/m Recent Settings Add items PLAYBACK MENU Create a custom menu of up to 20 items selected from the playback, photo PHOTO SHOOTING MENU shooting, movie shooting, Custom MOVIE SHOOTING MENU Setting, setup, and retouch menus. CUSTOM SETTING MENU SETUP MENU RETOUCH MENU Remove items...
Page 337: Retouch Menu Options
Retouch Menu Options NEF (RAW) Processing Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs. Select NEF (RAW) processing. Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. Select a photograph.
Page 338 Choose settings for the JPEG copy. Adjust the settings listed below. Note that white balance and vignette control are not available with multiple exposures or pictures created with image overlay and that exposure compensation can only be set to values between –2 and +2 EV.
Page 339: Trim
Trim Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described in the following table. Description Reduce size of W (M) Press W (M) to reduce the size of the crop. crop Increase size of Press X to increase the size of the crop.
Page 340: Image Overlay
Image Overlay Image overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than photographs combined in an imaging application.
Page 341 Select the first image. Use the multi selector to highlight the first photograph in the overlay. To view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button. To view images in other locations, press W (M) and select the desired card and folder as described on page 247.
Page 342 Preview the overlay. To preview the composition as shown at right, press 4 or 2 to place the cursor in the Preview column, then press 1 or 3 to highlight Overlay and press J (note that colors and brightness in the preview may differ from the final image).
Page 343: Technical Notes
Technical Notes Read this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera. Compatible Lenses Camera setting Exposure Focus mode Metering system mode M (with electronic...
Page 344 Focus mode Metering system mode M (with electronic 3D Color Lens/accessory rangefinder) AI-, AI-modified ✔ — ✔ — ✔ ✔ NIKKOR or Nikon — — Series E lenses Medical-NIKKOR ✔ — ✔ — — — — — 120mm f/4 — ✔...
Page 345 13 When focusing at minimum focus distance with AF 80–200mm f/2.8, AF 35–70mm f/2.8, AF 28–85mm f/3.5–4.5 <New>, or AF 28–85mm f/3.5–4.5 lens at maximum zoom, in-focus indicator may be displayed when image on matte screen in viewfinder is not in focus. Adjust focus manually until image in viewfinder is in focus.
Page 346 Recognizing CPU and Type G, E, and D Lenses CPU lenses (particularly types G, E, and D) are recommended, but note that IX-NIKKOR lenses can not be used. CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type G, E, and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel.
Page 347 Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses The following can be used with the D5: • TC-16A AF teleconverter • AF lenses for the F3AF (AF 80mm • Non-AI lenses f/2.8, AF 200mm f/3.5 ED, • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing AF Teleconverter TC-16) unit (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6,...
Page 348 Calculating Angle of View The camera can be used with Nikon lenses for 35 mm (135) format cameras. If a 35 mm format lens is attached, the angle of view will be the same as a frame of 35 mm film (35.9 × 23.9 mm).
Page 349 Calculating Angle of View (Continued) The DX (24×16) angle of view is about 1.5 times smaller than the 35 mm format angle of view, while the 1.2× (30×20) angle of view is about 1.2 times smaller and the 5 : 4 (30×24) angle of view is about 1.1 times smaller.
Page 350: The Nikon Creative Lighting System (Cls)
The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) 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 camera can be used with the following CLS-compatible flash units: •...
Page 351 The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units: i-TTL balanced fill-flash for — z — digital SLR i-TTL Standard i-TTL fill-flash for — z — digital SLR qA Auto aperture — — — — — — — Non-TTL auto —...
Page 352 z — — Auto FP High-Speed Sync FV lock z — z AF-assist for multi-area AF — — — — z — Red-eye reduction — z — — Camera modeling illumination — — z — z Unified flash control — —...
Page 353 Modeling Illumination CLS-compatible flash units emit a modeling flash when the camera Pv button is pressed. This feature can be used with Advanced Wireless Lighting to preview the total lighting effect achieved with multiple flash units. Modeling illumination can be turned off using Custom Setting e5 (Modeling flash;...
Page 354 Refer to the flash unit manual for detailed instructions. If the unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D5 is not included in the “digital SLR” category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals.
Page 355 Notes on Optional Flash Units (Continued) The SB-5000, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-500, and SB-400 provide red-eye reduction, while the SB-5000, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SU-800 provide AF-assist illumination with the following restrictions: • SB-5000: AF-assist illumination is available when 24–135 mm AF lenses are used with the focus points shown below.
Page 356: Other Accessories
• Filters intended for special-effects photography may interfere with autofocus or the electronic rangefinder. • The D5 can not be used with linear polarizing filters. Use the C-PL or C-PLII circular polarizing filter instead. • Use Neutral Color (NC) filters to protect the lens.
Page 357 WR-1 acting as a transmitter. Note: Be sure the firmware for the WR-R10 and WR-1 has been updated to the latest version. For information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area.
Page 358 DG-2 magnifier or DR-3 right-angle viewing accessories attachment to the D5. • Eyepiece Adapter DK-27: A DK-27 is supplied with the camera. • Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK-14/Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK-17A: These viewfinder eyepieces prevent fogging in humid or cold conditions.
Page 359 The D5 is equipped with a ten-pin remote terminal (0 2) for remote control and automatic photography. The terminal is provided with a cap, which protects the contacts when the terminal is not in use.
Page 360 • Extension Cord MC-21/MC-21A: Can be connected to ML-3 or MC-series 20, 22, 22A, 23, 23A, 25, 25A, 30, 30A, 36, or 36A. Only one MC-21 or MC-21A can be used at a time (length 3 m/9 ft 10 in.). •...
Page 361 • Stereo Microphone ME-1: Connect the ME-1 to the camera microphone jack to record stereo sound and reduce the chance of picking up equipment noise (such as the Microphones sounds produced by the lens during autofocusing; 0 64). • Wireless Microphone ME-W1: Use this wireless Bluetooth microphone for off-camera recording.
Page 362: Attaching A Power Connector And Ac Adapter
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. Remove the battery-chamber cover. Lift the battery-chamber cover latch, turn it to the open (A) position (q), and remove the BL-6 battery-chamber cover (w).
Page 363 Latch the power connector. Rotate the latch to the closed position (q) and fold it down as shown (w). To prevent the power connector being dislodged during operation, be sure that it is securely latched. The battery level is not displayed in the top control panel while the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector.
Page 364: Caring For The Camera
Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well- ventilated area.
Page 365: The Low-Pass Filter
The Low-Pass Filter The image sensor that acts as the camera’s picture element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moiré. If you suspect that dirt or dust on the filter is appearing in photographs, you can clean the filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu.
Page 366: Clean At Startup/Shutdown
Cleaning is performed by vibrating the low-pass filter. If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession, image sensor cleaning may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera’s...
Page 367: Manual Cleaning
Clean image sensor (0 343) option in the setup menu, the filter can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel.
Page 368 Press J. The message shown at right will be displayed in the monitor and a row of dashes will appear in the top control panel and viewfinder. To restore normal operation without inspecting the low- pass filter, turn the camera off. Raise the mirror.
Page 369: Turn The Camera Off
Do not use a blower-brush, as the bristles could damage the filter. Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon- authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter.
Page 370 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 371: Replacing The Clock Battery
Replacing the Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by a CR1616 lithium battery with a life of about two years. If the B icon is displayed in the top control panel while the standby timer is on, the battery is running low and needs to be replaced.
Page 372 Close the clock battery chamber. Slide the clock battery chamber cover towards the back of the main battery chamber until it clicks into place. Replace the main battery. Reinsert the EN-EL18a. Set the camera clock. Set the camera to the current date and time (0 28).
Page 373: 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 374 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 375 Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source: Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry.
Page 376 • Turning the camera on or off repeatedly when the battery is fully discharged will shorten battery life. Batteries that have been fully discharged must be charged before use. • The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is in use.
Page 377: Exposure Program
Exposure Program The exposure program for programmed auto (0 133) is shown in the following graph: ISO 100; lens with maximum aperture of f/1.4 and minimum aperture of f/16 (e.g., AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G) f/1.4 f/2.8 f/5.6 f/11 f/16 f/22 f/32 30"...
Page 378: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
Page 379 Camera is slow to respond to shutter-release button: Select Off for Custom Setting d5 (Exposure delay mode; 0 302). Only one shot taken each time shutter-release button is pressed in continuous release mode: Turn HDR off (0 189). Photos are out of focus: •...
Page 380 Noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) appear in photos: • Bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, and lines can be reduced by lowering ISO sensitivity. • Use the Long exposure NR option in the photo shooting menu to limit the occurrence of bright spots or fog in photos taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s (0 292).
Page 381 Can not measure white balance: Subject is too dark or too bright (0 169). Image can not be selected as source for preset white balance: Image was not created with D5 (0 176). White balance bracketing unavailable: • NEF (RAW) or NEF+JPEG image quality option selected for image quality (0 92).
Page 382: Playback
Metering can not be changed: Autoexposure lock is in effect (0 142). Exposure compensation can not be used: Choose exposure mode P, S, or A (0 131, 145). Noise (reddish areas or other artifacts) appears in long time-exposures: Enable long exposure noise reduction (0 292).
Page 383: Miscellaneous
Image Dust Off option in Capture NX-D does not have desired effect: Image sensor cleaning changes the position of dust on the low-pass filter. Dust off reference data recorded before image sensor cleaning is performed can not be used with photographs taken after image sensor cleaning is performed.
Page 384: Error Messages
Ready a fully-charged Low battery. spare battery. • Battery exhausted. • Recharge or replace battery. • Battery can not be • Contact Nikon- used. authorized service representative. xviii, • An extremely • Replace the battery, 19, 22, exhausted...
Page 385 Indicator Control View- panel finder Problem Solution Camera unable to focus Change composition or — 40, 114 (flashes) using autofocus. focus manually. • Use a lower ISO sensitivity. • Use optional ND filter. Subject too bright; In exposure mode: photo will be S Increase shutter overexposed.
Page 386 (flashes) (flashes) computer or other camera has run out of device. file or folder numbers. • Insert new memory card. Release shutter. If error persists or appears Camera malfunction. frequently, consult — (flashes) Nikon-authorized service representative.
Page 387 Turn camera off and No memory card. S detect memory confirm that card is card. correctly inserted. • Error accessing • Use Nikon- memory card. approved card. • Check that contacts — are clean. If card is This memory damaged, contact...
Page 388 Indicator Control Monitor panel Problem Solution Select folder No images on containing images memory card or in from Playback folder Folder contains — 30, 287 no images. folder(s) selected menu or insert for playback. memory card containing images. No images can be played back until All photos in another folder has...
Page 389 Indicator Control Monitor panel Problem Solution Check printer. To resume, select — Printer error. Check printer. Continue (if available). Paper in printer is Insert paper of correct — not of selected size and select Check paper. size. Continue. Paper is jammed Clear jam and select Paper jam.
Page 390: Specifications
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D5 Digital Camera Type Single-lens reflex digital camera Type Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Nikon FX format Effective angle of view Effective pixels Effective pixels 20.8 million Image sensor 35.9 × 23.9 mm CMOS sensor...
Page 391 Storage • NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit (lossless compressed, File format compressed, or uncompressed); large, medium, and small available (medium and small images are recorded at a bit depth of 12 bits using lossless compression) • TIFF (RGB) • JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx.
Page 392 Viewfinder Pressing Pv button stops lens aperture down to value Depth-of-field preview selected by user (A and M modes) or by camera (P and S modes) Lens aperture Instant return, electronically controlled Lens Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G, E, Compatible lenses and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) and DX lenses (using DX 24 ×...
Page 393 Exposure TTL exposure metering using RGB sensor with Metering approximately 180K (180,000) pixels • Matrix: 3D color matrix metering III (type G, E, and D Metering method lenses); color matrix metering III (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data •...
Page 394 Flash-ready indicator Lights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting Supported System (CLS) Radio-controlled Supported Advanced Wireless...
Page 395 Flash Supported Unified flash control Sync terminal ISO 519 sync terminal with locking thread White balance Auto (3 types), incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), White balance direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view), choose color temperature (2500 K–10,000 K), all with fine-tuning.
Page 396 Movie H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding Video compression Audio recording format Linear PCM Built-in stereo or external microphone; sensitivity Audio recording device adjustable • Exposure modes P, S, and A: Auto ISO sensitivity control ISO sensitivity (ISO 100 to Hi 5) with selectable upper limit •...
Page 397 Interface Ten-pin remote terminal Can be used to connect optional remote control, WR-R10 (requires WR-A10 adapter) or WR-1 wireless remote controller, GP-1/GP-1A GPS unit, or GPS device compliant with NMEA0183 version 2.01 or 3.01 (requires optional MC-35 GPS adapter cord and cable with D-sub 9-pin connector) RJ-45 connector Ethernet...
Page 398 • 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 399 AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Rated input Charging output DC 12.6 V/1.2 A Nikon EN-EL18a rechargeable Li-ion batteries Applicable batteries Charging time per Approx. 2 hours and 35 minutes at ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F) when no charge remains battery Operating temperature 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F)
Page 400: Calibrating Batteries
Calibrating Batteries The MH-26a battery charger is equipped with a battery calibration feature. Calibrate the battery as required to ensure the accuracy of the camera and charger battery level displays. If the calibration lamp for the current Chamber battery chamber flashes when a lamps (green) battery is inserted, the battery needs to be calibrated.
Page 401 Remove the battery, unplug the charger, and take the battery and charger to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Charging and Calibrating Two Batteries The MH-26a charges only one battery at a time.
Page 402 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. 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. Supported Standards •...
Page 403: Approved Memory Cards
Approved Memory Cards Depending on the model, the camera accepts XQD or CompactFlash memory cards. Cards that have been tested and approved for use in the camera are listed below; other cards have not been tested. For more details on the cards listed below, please contact the manufacturer.
Page 404 ❚❚ Models for Use with CompactFlash Memory Cards The following Type I CompactFlash memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Type II cards and microdrives can not be used. SDCFXPS 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB Extreme Pro SDCFXP 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB...
Page 405: Memory Card Capacity
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a Lexar Professional 2933× XQD 2.0 or 1066× UDMA 7 CompactFlash 64 GB card at different image quality, image size, and image area settings. ❚❚...
Page 406 ❚❚ DX (24×16) Image Area Buffer capacity No. of Image quality Image size File size images CompactFlash Large 9.1 MB 3800 NEF (RAW), Lossless Medium 6.7 MB 5100 compressed, 12-bit Small 5.2 MB 6500 NEF (RAW), Lossless Large 11.2 MB 3000 compressed, 14-bit NEF (RAW),...
Page 407 d2—Max. Continuous Release (0 301) The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst can be set to any amount between 1 and 200.
Page 408: Battery Life
• Photographs, single-frame release mode (CIPA standard ): Approximately 3780 shots • Photographs, continuous release mode (Nikon standard ): Approximately 8160 shots • Movies: Approximately 110 minutes at 1080/60p 1 Measured at 23 °C/73.4 °F (±2 °C/3.6 °F) with an AF-S NIKKOR 24–...
Page 409 • Connecting to Ethernet networks • Using the camera with optional accessories connected • Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL18a batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.
Page 410: Index
Index 14 fps (mirror up) ........117 Symbols 14-bit ............94 P (Programmed auto)....131, 133 3D color matrix metering III ....129 S (Shutter-priority auto) .... 131, 134 3D-tracking ......104, 106, 298 A (Aperture-priority auto)..131, 135 3D-tracking face-detection....298 M (Manual) ........
Page 411 Audio output ......... 310, 374 Choose color temp. (White balance) ..Audio playback (Slide show)..... 288 160, 165 Auto (White balance)....159, 160 Choose start/end point ......82 Auto bracketing......146, 305 Choose tab ..........314 Auto bracketing (mode M) ....305 Clean image sensor......
Page 412 Delete ........43, 266, 274 File information ........253 Delete all images ......266, 268 File naming........289, 294 Delete current image....43, 266 File number sequence......302 Depth of field.......... 132 Filter effects........183, 313 Destination ..........294 Fine-tune optimal exposure ..... 300 Diopter ..........
Page 413 Format memory card......308 Image review......... 248, 288 Frame interval (Slide show) ....288 Image size......... 95, 290 Frame rate........... 67 Incandescent (White balance) ..159 Frame size/frame rate....67, 294 Index marking........... 63 Frequency response......296 Index print..........283 Front-curtain sync.........
Page 414 Network........... 279, 311 M (Manual focus)......50, 114 Neutral (Set Picture Control)..... 179 M (medium)......... 72, 95 Nikon Transfer 2........277 Manage Picture Control... 184, 291, 295 No. of copies (PictBridge [Setup] menu) Manual (Exposure mode) ....136 Manual (Flash control)..197, 209, 217 Non-CPU lens ......
Page 415 Preset manual (White balance)..160, Retouch menu ........312 Reverse indicators ........ 307 Print date..........282 RGB..........92, 255, 292 Print options (PictBridge [Setup] menu) RGB Histogram ........255 Role played by card in Slot 2..97, 289 Print select ..........283 Rotate tall ..........
Page 416 Standard (Set Picture Control)..179 Viewfinder grid display....... 302 Standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR ... ViewNX-i..........ii, 275 196, 329 Vignette control........292 Standby timer......41, 245, 301 Virtual horizon ......57, 68, 308 Start printing........... 283 Vivid (Set Picture Control)....179 Storage folder.........
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ISO Sensitivity

Exposure

White Balance

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Flash Photography

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Connections

Menu List

Technical Notes

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