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Reference Manual
• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.
• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read
"For Your Safety" (page xli).
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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page xli). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.
  • Page 2 ❏ BF-1B body cap ❏ HDMI/USB cable clip ( 0 1068) ❏ BS-3 accessory shoe cover ( 0 1066) ❏ UC-E24 USB cable ❏ AN-DC22 strap ❏ Warranty ❏ User’s Manual Memory cards are sold separately. D6 Model Name: N1823 Package Contents...
  • Page 3 The Nikon Download Center Visit the Nikon download center to download firmware updates, ViewNX-i and other Nikon software, and manuals for Nikon products including cameras, NIKKOR lenses, and flash units. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Package Contents...

  • Page 4: About This Manual

    About This Manual ❚❚ Symbols The following symbols and conventions are employed in this manual. Use them to help locate the information you need. This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using this product. This icon marks tips, additional information you may find helpful when using this product.
  • Page 5 A For Your Safety “For Your Safety” contains important safety instructions. Be sure to read them before using the camera. For more information, see “For Your Safety” ( 0 xli). About This Manual...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Package Contents ................... ii About This Manual................. iv Menu List....................xxxv For Your Safety..................xli Notices ....................xlix Getting to Know the Camera Parts of the Camera ................1 Camera Body..............1 The Power Switch............. 8 The Top Control Panel ............ 9 The Rear Control Panel..........
  • Page 7 First Steps Readying the Camera................27 Attaching the Strap............27 Charging the Battery ............ 28 Inserting the Battery ............. 32 Attaching a Lens............. 35 Inserting Memory Cards..........38 Camera Setup..............43 The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining..47 Battery Level ..............
  • Page 8 Uploading Pictures ................77 Uploading Pictures to Smart Devices ..... 77 Uploading Pictures to a Computer or FTP Server..............77 Camera Controls The G Button ..................80 Using the Menus............. 81 The i Button (the i Menu) ..............88 The Still Photography i Menu........90 The Movie i Menu ............
  • Page 9 The Release Mode Dial and S Button........109 Choosing a Release Mode......... 109 The Y Button..................111 Choosing a Metering Option........111 The BKT Button..................113 The S ( Q ) Button................114 Adjusting ISO Sensitivity ........... 114 Enabling Auto ISO Sensitivity Control....116 The E Button..................
  • Page 10 Shooting Settings Image Recording Options (Image Area, Quality, and Size).................... 136 Adjusting Image Area Settings....... 136 Adjusting Image Quality........... 142 Choosing an Image Size..........145 Choosing How the Camera Focuses (Focus) ......148 Choosing a Focus Mode..........148 Autofocus Mode ............149 AF-Area Mode...............
  • Page 11 Choosing the Operation Performed When the Shutter Is Released (Release Mode)......... 203 Choosing a Release Mode Such as Single-Frame, Continuous, or Quiet Shutter-Release..........203 Using the Self-Timer ( E )..........209 Mirror Up Mode (Mup) ..........211 Adjusting the Camera’s Sensitivity to Light (ISO Sensitivity) ................
  • Page 12 Image Processing (Picture Controls) ........... 271 Picture Controls ............271 Modifying Picture Controls from the Menus..274 Custom Picture Controls........... 276 Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows (Active D-Lighting and HDR) ............. 281 Active D-Lighting ............281 High Dynamic Range (HDR)........283 Movie Recording and Editing Image Area: Choosing a Movie Crop...........
  • Page 13 Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings......312 Photo Shooting Menu..........313 Movie Shooting Menu ..........315 Other Settings ............... 316 Combining Multiple Exposures in a Single Photo (Multiple Exposure) ............... 318 Multiple Exposure Options........318 Creating a Multiple Exposure ........321 Using the i Button ............
  • Page 14 The Electronic Shutter (Silent Live View Photography) ..374 Customizing the i Menus: Customize i Menu ..... 377 Using Non-CPU Lenses (Non-CPU Lens Data)......379 Entering Lens Data............381 Recalling Non-CPU Lens Data......... 383 Location Data ..................384 Location Data Options..........384 Playback Viewing Pictures .................
  • Page 15 Protecting Pictures from Deletion..........421 Rating Pictures..................423 Selecting Pictures for Upload............425 Filtered Playback................. 427 [Filtered Playback Criteria]........427 Deleting Pictures................. 429 Using the Delete Button..........429 Deleting Multiple Pictures........431 Voice Memos Recording Voice Memos ..............436 During Playback ............436 During Shooting............
  • Page 16 Built-in Wireless Camera and Network System Chart ..........457 Connecting to Smart Devices ............458 The SnapBridge App ..........458 What SnapBridge Can Do for You ......459 Wireless Connections..........460 Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode) ....... 461 Connecting via Bluetooth ........469 Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi ..........
  • Page 17 Ethernet/WT-6 Ethernet Connections and the WT-6 ........... 514 The Wireless Transmitter Utility......515 What Ethernet and the WT-6 Can Do for You......516 Upload to FTP Servers or Computers ....516 Computer-Based Remote Photography (Camera Control Mode) ........517 Browser-Based Remote Photography (HTTP Server Mode)..........
  • Page 18 Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)..........544 WT-6 Wireless Connection Options...... 545 Image Transfer and Camera Control Modes..546 HTTP Server Mode............560 FTP Upload Mode............571 Upload to Computers and FTP Servers ........585 Connecting to a Computer or FTP Server... 585 Camera Control...................
  • Page 19 On-Camera Flash Photography “On-Camera” Versus “Remote” ............640 Camera-Mounted Flash Units........640 Remote Flash Photography ........640 Using an On-Camera Flash.............. 641 Flash Control Mode................645 Flash Modes..................648 Choosing a Flash Mode ..........651 Flash Compensation................653 Adjusting Flash Compensation ......653 FV Lock ....................
  • Page 20 Optical/Radio AWL................694 Flash Info for Remote Units ............695 Flash Control Mode Displays........695 Menu Guide Defaults....................698 Playback Menu Defaults ........... 698 Photo Shooting Menu Defaults......700 Movie Shooting Menu Defaults ......707 Custom Settings Menu Defaults ......709 Setup Menu Defaults ..........
  • Page 21 Copy Image(s)................738 Copying Pictures ............739 Hide Image ..................746 Slide Show ..................748 Viewing Slide Shows........... 748 C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ....750 Photo Shooting Menu Bank .............752 Renaming Photo Shooting Menu Banks ..... 753 Restoring Default Settings........753 Extended Photo Menu Banks ..........754 Storage Folder................755 Renaming Folders............
  • Page 22 ISO Sensitivity Settings.............. 764 White Balance ................764 Set Picture Control ..............764 Manage Picture Control ............765 Color Space..................765 Active D-Lighting................. 766 Long Exposure NR ............... 767 High ISO NR ................... 768 Vignette Control ................769 Diffraction Compensation............770 Auto Distortion Control.............
  • Page 23 1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options ..782 Reset Movie Shooting Menu............783 File Naming ..................783 Destination..................783 Image Area ..................784 Auto DX Crop ..............784 Frame Size/Frame Rate ..............784 Movie Quality ................785 Movie File Type................785 ISO Sensitivity Settings ..............786 White Balance................787 Set Picture Control...............788 Manage Picture Control.............788...
  • Page 24 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings ....797 Custom Settings Bank..............802 Renaming Custom Settings Banks ......802 Restoring Default Settings ........803 a: Autofocus.................. 804 a1: AF-C Priority Selection..........804 a2: AF-S Priority Selection ..........805 a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On ........805 Blocked Shot AF Response........
  • Page 25 a17: Focus Point Options...........815 Manual Focus Mode............ 816 Focus Point Brightness ..........816 Dynamic-Area AF Assist..........816 a18: Manual Focus Ring in AF Mode......817 b: Metering/Exposure..............818 b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value...........818 b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl ........818 b3: Exp./Flash Comp. Step Value ........818 b4: Easy Exposure Compensation ........819 b5: Matrix Metering .............820 b6: Center-Weighted Area ..........820...
  • Page 26 Exposure Delay Mode ..........827 d6: Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter......827 d7: Extended Shutter Speeds (M)........828 d8: Limit Selectable Image Area ........829 d9: File Number Sequence ..........830 d10: Peaking Highlights............. 832 d11: Framing Grid Display ..........832 d12: Rear Control Panel .............
  • Page 27 f: Controls..................844 f1: Customize i Menu ............844 f2: Customize i Menu (Lv)..........846 Photo Live View Display WB ........848 Split-Screen Display Zoom ........849 f3: Custom Controls .............850 f4: Multi Selector Center Button........863 Viewfinder Photography........... 864 Live View ................. 865 Playback Mode..............
  • Page 28 g: Movie..................877 g1: Customize i Menu ............. 877 Multi-Selector Power Aperture....... 878 Multi Selector Exposure Comp....... 878 g2: Custom Controls ............879 g3: Multi Selector Center Button........884 g4: Highlight Display ............884 Display Pattern ............. 885 Highlight Display Threshold........885 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup ..........
  • Page 29 Clean Image Sensor..............905 Lock Mirror Up for Cleaning .............906 Image Dust Off Ref Photo ............906 Acquiring Image Dust Off Reference Data ..907 Pixel Mapping................910 Image Comment ................911 Input Comment ............911 Attach Comment............912 Copyright Information ...............912 Artist/Copyright ............913 Attach Copyright Information.........
  • Page 30 Beep Options................. 923 Beep On/Off..............923 Volume ................924 Pitch ................. 924 Touch Controls ................924 Enable/Disable Touch Controls......924 Glove Mode ..............924 HDMI ....................925 Location Data (Built-In).............. 925 Wireless Remote (WR) Options..........925 LED Lamp ............... 926 Link Mode...............
  • Page 31 Wired LAN/WT................937 Wired LAN/WT Functions.......... 937 Choose Hardware ............937 Network Settings ............938 Options ................945 Conformity Marking..............949 Battery Info..................950 Slot Empty Release Lock............951 Save/Load Menu Settings ............952 Save Menu Settings............. 956 Load Menu Settings............ 956 Reset All Settings................957 Firmware Version .................957 N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies ....
  • Page 32 Distortion Control................ 976 Perspective Control ..............978 Monochrome ................979 Image Overlay................980 Add ................... 980 Lighten and Darken............ 985 Trim Movie ..................989 O My Menu/ m Recent Settings............ 990 O My Menu: Creating a Custom Menu ....990 m Recent Settings: Accessing Recently- Used Settings ............
  • Page 33 CPU lenses ..............1037 Non-CPU lenses and Other Accessories ... 1045 The Electronic Rangefinder........1049 Compatible Flash Units ..............1051 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) ..1051 Other Compatible Accessories ........... 1060 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter ............. 1069 Software ....................
  • Page 34 Battery Care ..............1089 Using the Charger ............. 1092 Exposure Program ................1093 Specifications..................1094 Nikon D6 Digital Camera ........1094 Calibrating Batteries..........1114 Approved Memory Cards .............. 1119 Memory Card Capacity..............1120 [FX (36 × 24)] Selected for Image Area ....1120 [DX (24 ×...

  • Page 35: Menu List

    Menu List The camera offers the following menus. For a more complete description of individual menu items, refer to the “Menu Guide” chapter in the Reference Manual. Some items may not be displayed depending on camera settings or on the type of lens, flash unit, or other accessory attached.
  • Page 36 PHOTO SHOOTING MENU MOVIE SHOOTING MENU Vignette control Reset movie shooting menu Diffraction compensation File naming Auto distortion control Destination Flicker reduction Image area Flash control Frame size/frame rate Auto bracketing Movie quality Multiple exposure Movie file type HDR (high dynamic range) ISO sensitivity settings Interval timer shooting White balance...
  • Page 37 CUSTOM SETTING MENU CUSTOM SETTING MENU Custom settings bank b Metering/exposure a Autofocus ISO sensitivity step value AF-C priority selection EV steps for exposure cntrl AF-S priority selection Exp./flash comp. step value Focus tracking with lock-on Easy exposure compensation Focus points used Matrix metering Store points by orientation Center-weighted area...
  • Page 38 CUSTOM SETTING MENU CUSTOM SETTING MENU d Shooting/display e Bracketing/flash Continuous shooting Flash sync speed speed Flash shutter speed Max. continuous release Exposure comp. for flash Limit release mode Auto N ISO sensitivity selection control Sync. release mode options Flash burst priority Exposure delay mode Modeling flash Electronic front-curtain...
  • Page 39 CUSTOM SETTING MENU SETUP MENU f Controls Format memory card Customize i menu Language Customize i menu (Lv) Time zone and date Custom controls Monitor brightness Multi selector center Monitor color balance button Virtual horizon Shutter spd & aperture lock Information display Customize command dials AF fine-tuning options...
  • Page 40 SETUP MENU RETOUCH MENU Wireless remote (WR) options NEF (RAW) processing Assign remote (WR) Fn button Trim Airplane mode Resize Connect to smart device D-Lighting Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi) Red-eye correction Wired LAN/WT Straighten Conformity marking Distortion control Battery info Perspective control Slot empty release lock Monochrome...

  • Page 41: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. A DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a high risk of death or severe injury.
  • Page 42 Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Do not handle the plug with wet hands. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock. Do not let your skin remain in prolonged contact with this product while it is on or plugged in.
  • Page 43 Do not use batteries, chargers, or AC adapters not specifically designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers, and AC adapters designated for use with this product, do not: • Damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the cords or cables, place them under heavy objects, or expose them to heat or flame.
  • Page 44 Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable the location data feature. End location tracking. Disable wireless features when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited. The radio-frequency emissions produced by this product could interfere with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities.
  • Page 45 A DANGER (Batteries) Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire: • Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product. • Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat. •...
  • Page 46 A WARNING (Batteries) Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek immediate medical attention. Keep batteries out of reach of household pets and other animals. The batteries could leak, overheat, rupture, or catch fire if bitten, chewed, or otherwise damaged by animals.
  • Page 47 A DANGER (CR1616 Lithium Watch Batteries) Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the battery leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire: • Do not attempt to recharge the battery. • Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat. •...
  • Page 48 A WARNING (CR1616 Lithium Watch Batteries) Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek immediate medical attention. Do not immerse batteries in water or expose to rain. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.

  • Page 49: Notices

    • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in...
  • Page 50 Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction ● Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”...
  • Page 51 Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including lenses, 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 52 Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

  • Page 53: Getting To Know The Camera

    Getting to Know the Camera Parts of the Camera Camera Body GNSS antenna ( 0 384) BKT button ( 0 113, 251, 259, 265) I button ( 0 108) Release mode dial ( 0 109, Release mode dial lock release 203) ( 0 109, 203) Y button ( 0 111, 178)
  • Page 54 Movie-record button ( 0 63) E (focal plane mark; 0 177) Power switch ( 0 8) Diopter adjustment control ( 0 14) Shutter-release button ( 0 50) Accessory shoe (for optional E button ( 0 117, 199) flash unit; 0 641) S ( Q ) button ( 0 114, 213, Accessory shoe cover 887)
  • Page 55 Battery-chamber cover ( 0 32) Stereo microphone (for movies; 0 63) AF-mode button ( 0 98, 152, Meter coupling lever 163) Mirror ( 0 63, 1078) Focus-mode selector ( 0 97, 148, 174) Self-timer lamp ( 0 209) Flash sync terminal ( 0 644) Flash sync terminal cover Ten-pin remote terminal Ten-pin remote terminal cover...
  • Page 56 Pv button ( 0 62, 134, 187) Security slot (for anti-theft cable; 0 7) Sub-command dial ( 0 867) Lens mounting mark ( 0 35) Fn1 button ( 0 135) Lens mount ( 0 35) Fn2 button ( 0 135) CPU contacts Sub-command dial for vertical Tripod socket...
  • Page 57 13 14 O ( Q ) button ( 0 76, 429, 887) Rear control panel ( 0 11, 1036) K button ( 0 71, 390) S button ( 0 109, 208, 312) Monitor ( 0 18, 55, 63, 395) T button ( 0 118, 144, G button ( 0 80, 698) 147) g ( h / Q ) button ( 0 87, 125,...
  • Page 58 Viewfinder eyepiece ( 0 1067) Card slot cover release button cover ( 0 38) Eyepiece adapter ( 0 1067) Card slot cover release button Eyepiece shutter lever ( 0 13) (under cover; 0 38) Eyepiece adapter latch C button ( 0 107) ( 0 1067) Multi selector (vertical;...
  • Page 59 The GNSS Antenna If possible, stay in the open when using location data services. Keep the antenna pointed to the sky for best reception. The Connector Covers Be sure to close the covers when the connectors are not in use. Foreign matter in the connectors could cause malfunction.

  • Page 60: The Power Switch

    The Power Switch Rotate the power switch to the “ON” position as shown to turn the camera on. Returning the switch to the “OFF” position turns the camera off. The LCD Illuminator Rotating the power switch to D activates the backlights for the buttons and control panels (LCD illuminator).

  • Page 61: The Top Control Panel

    The Top Control Panel The following indicators appear in the top control panel at default settings. For a full list of the indicators that may be displayed, see “Camera Displays” ( 0 1033) in “Technical Notes”. Shutter speed ( 0 185, 188) Exposure indicator Exposure ( 0 190) Exposure mode ( 0 108, 182)
  • Page 62 Camera Off Display If the camera is turned off with a battery and memory card inserted, the memory card icon, the number of photos in the current folder ), and the number of exposures remaining ) will be displayed in the top control panel. Depending on the memory card, the camera may in rare cases not display this information when a card is inserted.

  • Page 63: The Rear Control Panel

    The Rear Control Panel The following indicators appear in the rear control panel at default settings. For a full list of the indicators that may be displayed, see “Camera Displays” ( 0 1036) in “Technical Notes”. Release mode ( 0 109, 203) White balance ( 0 121, 221) Size (JPEG images;...

  • Page 64: The Viewfinder

    The Viewfinder The following indicators appear in the viewfinder at default settings. For a full list of the indicators that may be displayed, see “Camera Displays” ( 0 1021) in “Technical Notes”. 12 13 12-mm reference circle for ISO sensitivity indicator ( 0 114, 213) center-weighted metering ISO sensitivity ( 0 114, 213)
  • Page 65 The Viewfinder When the battery is exhausted or no battery is inserted, the display in the viewfinder will dim. The display will return to normal when a charged battery is inserted. Temperature Extremes The brightness of the control panel and viewfinder displays varies with temperature, and response times may drop when the temperature is low;...
  • Page 66 The Diopter Adjustment Control The viewfinder can be focused by lifting and rotating the diopter adjustment control. With your eye to the viewfinder, rotate the diopter control until display in the viewfinder is in sharp focus. • Corrective lenses (available separately) can be used to further adjust viewfinder diopter.

  • Page 67: The Live View Displays (Photos/Movies)

    The Live View Displays (Photos/Movies) Press the a button to display the view through the lens in the monitor. Rotate the live view selector to C to take photographs or to 1 to record movies. ❚❚ Live View Photography The following indicators appear in the monitor at default settings.
  • Page 68 Touch shooting ( 0 18) ISO sensitivity ( 0 114, 213) i icon ( 0 88) ISO sensitivity indicator ( 0 114, 213) “k” (appears when memory Aperture ( 0 186, 188) remains for over 1000 Shutter speed ( 0 185, 188) exposures;...
  • Page 69 ❚❚ Movies Recording indicator ( 0 63) Release mode (still “No movie” indicator ( 0 297) photography; 0 70) Sound level ( 0 66) Frame size and rate/image quality ( 0 294) Microphone sensitivity Time remaining ( 0 63) ( 0 792) Frequency response ( 0 793) Parts of the Camera...

  • Page 70: Touch Controls

    Touch Controls • The touch-sensitive monitor offers a variety of controls that can be operated by touching the display with your fingers. • Touch controls can be used to: - Focus and release the shutter ( 0 19) - Adjust settings ( 0 20) - View pictures ( 0 21) - View movies ( 0 23) - Access the i menu ( 0 23)
  • Page 71 ❚❚ Focusing and Releasing the Shutter • Touch the monitor during live view to focus on the selected point (touch AF). • During still photography, the shutter will be released when you lift your finger from the display (touch shutter). •...
  • Page 72 ❚❚ Adjusting Settings • Tap highlighted settings in the display. • You can then choose the desired option by tapping icons or sliders. • Tap Z or press J to select the chosen option and return to the previous display. Parts of the Camera...
  • Page 73 ❚❚ Playback • Flick left or right to view other pictures during full-frame playback. • In full-frame playback, touching the bottom of the display brings up a frame-advance bar. Slide your finger left or right over the bar to scroll rapidly to other pictures.
  • Page 74 • To zoom in on a picture displayed in full-frame playback, use a stretch gesture or give the display two quick taps. After zooming in, you can adjust the zoom ratio using stretch gestures to zoom in and pinch gestures to zoom out.
  • Page 75 ❚❚ Viewing Movies • Movies are indicated by a 1 icon; to start playback, tap the on-screen guide. • Tap the display to pause. Tap again to resume. • Tap Z to exit to full-frame playback. ❚❚ The i Menu When the i menu ( 0 88) is displayed, you can tap items to view options.
  • Page 76 ❚❚ Text Entry • When a keyboard is displayed, you can enter text by tapping the keys. Text display area Keyboard area Keyboard selection • To position the cursor, tap e or f or tap directly in the text display area. •...
  • Page 77 ❚❚ Navigating the Menus • After pressing the G button to display the menus, you can slide up or down to scroll. • Tap a menu icon to choose a menu. • Tap menu items to display options. You can then choose the desired option by tapping icons or sliders.
  • Page 78 The Touch Screen • The touch screen responds to static electricity. It may not respond when touched with fingernails or gloved hands. For improved response when using the touch screen with gloves, select [Enabled] for [Touch controls] > [Glove mode] in the setup menu. •...

  • Page 79: First Steps

    First Steps Readying the Camera Attaching the Strap To attach a strap (whether the supplied strap or one that has been purchased separately): Readying the Camera...

  • Page 80: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Charge the supplied EN-EL18c battery in the supplied MH-26a battery charger before use. An exhausted battery will fully charge in about two hours and 35 minutes. The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions in “For Your Safety” ( 0 xli) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions”...
  • Page 81 Remove the contact protector. Slide the contact protector from the charger as shown. Charge the battery. Contacts Guide Chamber lamps Charge lamps (green) Readying the Camera...
  • Page 82 • 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. • The lamp for the chamber containing the battery (“L” or “R”) will start to flash as charging begins.
  • Page 83 • If no battery inserted: There is a problem with the charger. Unplug the charger and consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. • If a battery is inserted: A problem has occurred with the battery or charger during charging.

  • Page 84: Inserting The Battery

    Inserting the Battery Turn the camera off before inserting or removing the battery. Remove the BL-6 battery- chamber cover. Lift the battery-chamber cover latch, turn it to the open ( A ) position ( and remove the battery-chamber cover ( Attach the cover to the battery.
  • Page 85 Insert the battery. Insert the battery fully and securely as shown. Latch the cover. • Rotate the latch to the closed position ( ) and fold it down as shown ( • Be sure the cover is securely latched to prevent the battery from becoming dislodged during operation.
  • Page 86 ❚❚ Removing the Battery Before removing the battery, turn the camera off, lift the battery-chamber cover latch, and turn it to the open ( A ) position. Removing the Battery-Chamber Cover To unlatch the battery-chamber cover so that it can be removed from the battery, slide the battery release in the direction indicated by the arrow ( H ) until it stops.

  • Page 87: Attaching A Lens

    Attaching a Lens • The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G. • Be careful to prevent dust entering the camera. • Confirm that the camera is off before attaching the lens. - Remove the camera body cap ( ) and rear lens cap ( - Align the mounting marks on the camera (...
  • Page 88 - Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place ( • Remove the lens cap before taking pictures. CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings When using a CPU lens equipped with an aperture ring ( 0 1044), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). Lens Focus Mode If the lens is equipped with a focus mode switch, select autofocus mode (A, M/A, or A/...
  • Page 89 ❚❚ Detaching Lenses • After turning the camera off, press and hold the lens release button ( ) while turning the lens in the direction shown • After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. Readying the Camera...

  • Page 90: Inserting Memory Cards

    Inserting Memory Cards The camera is equipped with two memory card slots: Slot 1 ( ) and Slot 2 ), allowing simultaneous use of two memory cards. • Turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory cards. • Do not push on the memory card while pressing the eject button.
  • Page 91 Insert the memory card. Inserting a card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card. Check to be sure that the card is in the correct orientation. Holding the card with the rear label toward the monitor, slide it all the way into the slot.
  • Page 92 Two Memory Cards When two memory cards are inserted (one in each of Slots 1 and 2), the role played by the card in Slot 2 can be selected using [Role played by card in Slot 2] in the photo shooting menu. •...
  • Page 93 Memory Cards • Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. • Do not perform the following operations during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer or other device.
  • Page 94 No Memory Card Inserted If no memory card is inserted, the exposure count displays in the viewfinder and top control panel will show S . If the camera is turned off with a battery and no memory card inserted, S will be displayed in the top control panel.

  • Page 95: Camera Setup

    Camera 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. Highlight [Language] in the setup menu and press 2 . •...
  • Page 96 Select a language. Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired language and press J (the languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased). Highlight [Time zone and date] and press 2 . Choose a time zone.
  • Page 97 Turn daylight saving time on or off. • Select [Daylight saving time] in the [Time zone and date] display. • Highlight [On] (daylight saving time on) or [Off] (daylight saving time off) and press J . • Selecting [On] advances the clock one hour; to undo the effect, select [Off].
  • Page 98 Exit the menus. Lightly 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. When this battery is low, a B icon will be displayed in the top control panel while the standby timer is on, indicating that it is time to purchase a replacement.

  • Page 99: The Battery Level And Number Of Exposures Remaining

    The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining Before taking photographs, check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Battery Level Check the battery level before taking photographs. The battery level is shown in the top control panel and viewfinder. Top control Viewfinder Description...

  • Page 100: Memory Card Indicators And Number Of Exposures Remaining

    Memory Card Indicators and Number of Exposures Remaining The top control panel and viewfinder show the number of additional photographs that can be taken at current settings (i.e, the number of exposures remaining). • The top control panel shows the slot or slots that currently hold a memory card (the example shows the icons displayed when cards are inserted in...
  • Page 101 • If two memory cards are inserted, the camera will show the number of additional photographs that can be recorded to the card in Slot 1. When the card in Slot 1 is full, the display will show the number of exposures remaining on the card in Slot •...

  • Page 102: Basic Photography And Playback Taking Photographs

    Basic Photography and Playback Taking Photographs Photographs can be framed in the viewfinder (viewfinder photography) or in the monitor (live view photography). Framing Photographs in the Viewfinder (Viewfinder Photography) Ready the camera. Holding the handgrip in your right hand and cradling the camera body or lens with your left, bring your elbows in against the sides of your chest.
  • Page 103 Frame the photograph. • Frame a photograph in the viewfinder. • Position the main subject in the AF-area brackets. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. • The in-focus indicator ( I ) will appear in the viewfinder when the focus operation is complete.
  • Page 104 Smoothly press the shutter- release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light while the photograph is being recorded. Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.
  • Page 105 The Standby Timer (Viewfinder Photography) The camera uses a standby timer to help reduce the drain on the battery. The timer starts when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and expires if no operations are performed for about 6 seconds. The viewfinder display and the shutter speed and aperture indicators in the top control panel turn off when the timer expires.
  • Page 106 Framing Photos in Portrait (“Tall”) Orientation The camera is equipped with controls for use in portrait (“tall”) orientation, including vertical shutter-release, Fn, and AF-ON buttons, main and sub-command dials, and a multi selector. • Rotate the vertical shooting shutter-release button lock to L to avoid accidentally operating these controls when the camera is in landscape (“wide”)

  • Page 107: Framing Photographs In The Monitor (Live View)

    Framing Photographs in the Monitor (Live View) Rotate the live view selector to C (live view photography). Press the a button. • The mirror will be raised and live view will start. The viewfinder will go dark and the view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.
  • Page 108 Ready the camera. Hold the handgrip securely in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Frame the photograph. Position the subject near the center of the frame. Taking Photographs...
  • Page 109 Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. • Focus locks while the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. • If the camera is able to focus, the focus point will be displayed in green. If the camera is unable to focus, for example because the subject is too close to the camera, the focus point will flash red.
  • Page 110 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The monitor turns off during shooting. Press the a button to exit live view. Taking Photographs...
  • Page 111 Shooting in Live View • Although these effects are not visible in the final pictures, during live view you may notice the following in the monitor: - Moving objects in the display appear distorted (individual subjects such as trains or cars moving at high speed through the frame may be distorted, or the entire frame may appear distorted when the camera is panned horizontally) - Jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots may appear in...
  • Page 112 The Count-Down Display A count down will appear in the top left corner of the display approximately 30 s before live view ends automatically. • If the timer has been triggered by Custom Setting c4 [Monitor off delay], the count down will be displayed in black starting 30 s before the timer expires, switching to red when there are only 5 s to go.
  • Page 113 Touch Controls Touch controls can be used in place of the shutter-release button to focus and take pictures during live view photography ( 0 19). Live View Zoom Preview Press the X button to magnify the view in the monitor up to a maximum of about 11×.
  • Page 114 Previewing Focus During Live View To temporarily select maximum aperture for an improved focus preview during live view, press the Pv button. To return aperture to its original value, press the Pv button again or focus using autofocus. If the shutter- release button is pressed all the way down to take a picture during focus preview, aperture will return to the original value before the photo is taken.

  • Page 115: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies Live view can be used to record movies. “Filming” Versus “Recording” Throughout this manual, the terms “filming” and “recording” are used as follows: “filming” is used if the live view selector is rotated to 1 , while “recording” refers to the act of shooting footage using the movie-record button.
  • Page 116 Press the AF-ON button to focus. • Focus before beginning recording. • Focus can be adjusted by tapping your subject in the monitor. Press the movie-record button to start recording. Recording Movies...
  • Page 117 • A recording indicator will be displayed in the monitor. The monitor also shows the time remaining, or in other words the approximate amount of new footage that can be recorded to the memory card. Recording indicator Time remaining • The camera can be refocused during recording by pressing the AF-ON button or by tapping your subject in the monitor.
  • Page 118 Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Press the a button to exit live view. Recording Movies • When filming movies, you may notice the following in the display. These phenomena will also be visible in any footage recorded with the camera.
  • Page 119 - Jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots in the display - Bright regions or bands in scenes lit by flashing signs and other intermittent light sources or when the subject is briefly illuminated by a strobe or other bright, momentary light source - Flicker occurring while power aperture is in use •...
  • Page 120 The Count-Down Display A count down will appear in the top left corner of the display approximately 30 s before live view ends automatically. • If the timer has been triggered by Custom Setting c4 [Monitor off delay], the count down will be displayed in black starting 30 s before the timer expires, switching to red when there are only 5 s to go.
  • Page 121 Focusing During Movie Recording Focus can also be adjusted by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. Live View Zoom Preview Press the X button to zoom in on the view in the monitor ( 0 61). For a 100% zoom ratio during recording, press the X button. Press W ( M ) to restore the previous zoom ratio.

  • Page 122: Taking Photos During Filming

    Taking Photos During Filming Photos can be taken during filming by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down. The resulting photo will have an aspect ratio of 16:9. • A C icon will flash in the display when a photo is taken. •...

  • Page 123: Playback

    Playback Press the K button to view photos and movies recorded with the camera. Press the K button. • A picture will be displayed in the monitor. • The memory card containing the picture currently displayed is shown by an icon. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures.
  • Page 124 Image Review When [On] is selected for [Image review] in the playback menu, pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor after shooting without the user pressing the K button. Playback...

  • Page 125: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon. Tap the a icon in the display or press the center of the multi selector to start playback (a progress bar shows your approximate position in the movie). 1 icon Length a icon Current position/total length Progress bar...
  • Page 126 ❚❚ Movie Playback Operations Description Press 3 to pause playback. Pause Press the center of the multi selector to resume Resume playback when playback is paused or during rewind/ advance. • Press 4 to rewind, 2 to advance. Speed increases with each press, from 2×...
  • Page 127 Description If the movie contains indices, rotating the sub- command dial takes you to the next or previous index. • Indices can be added or removed from the [EDIT Skip to index MOVIE] menu, which can be displayed by pausing playback and pressing the i button.

  • Page 128: Deleting Unwanted Pictures

    Deleting Unwanted Pictures Pictures can be deleted as described below. Note that once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Display the picture. • Press the K button to start playback and press 4 or 2 until the desired picture is displayed. •...

  • Page 129: Uploading Pictures

    Uploading Pictures You can upload your pictures to smartphones or tablets (smart devices) or computers. Options for doing so are listed below. For more information, see the following in the Reference Manual: “Connecting to Computers and TVs” ( 0 445), “Built-in Wireless”...
  • Page 130 ❚❚ The WT-6 Wireless Transmitter Use the optional WT-6 wireless transmitter to connect to wireless networks and upload pictures to computers or ftp servers. The WT-6 offers more reliable wireless connections than the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi. ❚❚ Ethernet Connect to networks using an Ethernet cable attached to the camera’s Ethernet connector and upload pictures to computers or ftp servers.
  • Page 131 The SnapBridge app is available from the Apple App Store® and on Google Play™. • Nikon computer software is available from the Nikon Download Center. Check the version and system requirements and be sure to download the latest version. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/...

  • Page 132: Camera Controls The G Button

    Camera Controls The G Button Press the G button to view the menus. D [PLAYBACK MENU] C [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] 1 [MOVIE SHOOTING MENU] A [CUSTOM SETTING MENU] B [SETUP MENU] N [RETOUCH MENU] O [MY MENU] / m [RECENT SETTINGS] d Help icon Current settings...

  • Page 133: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus You can navigate the menus using the multi selector and J button. Move cursor up Move cursor down Center of multi selector: select Cancel and return to previous highlighted item menu, or move cursor left J button: select highlighted Display sub-menu, select highlighted item, or move item...
  • Page 134 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. The G Button...
  • Page 135 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. The G Button...
  • Page 136 Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. Select the highlighted option. • Press J . • To exit without making a selection, press the G button. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter- release button halfway.
  • Page 137 The J Button While pressing 2 or the center of the multi selector generally has the same effect as pressing J , there are some items for which selection can only be made by pressing J . Grayed-Out Items • Some items and menu options may be unavailable depending on camera status.
  • Page 138 Text Entry A keyboard is displayed when text entry is required. Enter text as described below. Text display area Keyboard area Keyboard selection • Enter characters at the current cursor position by highlighting them with the multi selector arrow keys and then pressing the center of the multi selector.
  • Page 139 The d (Help) Icon • Where available, a description of the currently-selected item can be viewed by pressing the g ( h / Q ) button. • Press 1 or 3 to scroll. • Press g ( h / Q ) again to return to the menus. Touch Controls You can also navigate the menus using touch controls ( 0 25).

  • Page 140: The I Button (The I Menu)

    The i Button (the i Menu) For quick access to frequently-used settings, press the i button or tap the i icon in the live-view display to view the i menu. • Highlight items using the multi selector and press the center of the multi selector to view options.
  • Page 141 Grayed-Out Items Some items and menu options may be unavailable depending on camera status. Unavailable items are displayed in gray and cannot be selected. The Command Dials • The main command dial can be used to choose the setting for the item currently highlighted in the i menu.

  • Page 142: The Still Photography I Menu

    The Still Photography i Menu Pressing the i button during still photography displays the items listed below. Highlight the desired item using the multi selector and press J to view options. 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 Viewfinder photography Live view photography Set Picture Control...
  • Page 143 Customizing the i Menu Choose the items displayed in the i menus. Use Custom Settings f1 [Customize i menu] and f2 [Customize i menu (Lv)] to choose the items displayed in viewfinder and live photography, respectively. The i Button (the i Menu)

  • Page 144: The Movie I Menu

    The Movie i Menu Pressing the i button during movie recording displays the items listed below. Highlight the desired item using the multi selector and press J to view options. 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 Set Picture Control White balance Frame size and rate/image...

  • Page 145: The Playback I Menu

    The Playback i Menu Pressing the i button during playback displays a context- sensitive i menu of frequently-used playback options. Photo playback Movie playback Movie playback paused The i Button (the i Menu)

  • Page 146: The R Button

    The R Button Use the R button to view shooting information or choose the indicators displayed. Viewfinder Photography During viewfinder photography, you can press the R button to view an information display in the monitor. The display lists such data as shutter speed, aperture, number of exposures remaining, and AF-area mode.

  • Page 147: Live View Photography

    Live View Photography Use the R button to cycle through the following displays: ❚❚ Live View Selector Rotated to C Indicators on Simplified display Histogram Virtual horizon * Displayed during exposure preview only. The R Button...
  • Page 148 ❚❚ Live View Selector Rotated to 1 Indicators on Simplified display Histogram Virtual horizon The R Button...

  • Page 149: The Focus-Mode Selector

    The Focus-Mode Selector Choose AF for autofocus, M for manual focus. The Focus-Mode Selector...

  • Page 150: The Af-Mode Button

    The AF-Mode Button Choose the AF and AF-area modes. The AF mode determines how the camera focuses in autofocus mode, the AF-area mode how the camera selects the focus point for autofocus. Choosing an AF Mode Hold the AF-mode button and rotate the main command dial. The options available vary with camera settings.
  • Page 151 ❚❚ Viewfinder Photography During viewfinder photography, the selected AF mode is displayed in the top control panel and viewfinder. Option Description Use with stationary subjects. Focus locks while AF-S [Single AF] the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. For moving subjects. The camera adjusts focus [Continuous continuously in response to changes in the AF-C...
  • Page 152 ❚❚ Live View Photography and Filming During live view photography and filming, the selected AF mode is displayed in the monitor. Option Description Use with stationary subjects. Focus locks while AF-S [Single AF] the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. For moving subjects. The camera adjusts focus continuously in response to changes in the AF-F [Full-time AF] distance to the subject until the shutter-release...

  • Page 153: Choosing An Af-Area Mode

    Choosing an AF-Area Mode Hold the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial. The options available vary with the AF mode. The AF-Mode Button...
  • Page 154 ❚❚ Viewfinder Photography The selected AF-area mode is displayed in the top control panel and viewfinder during viewfinder photography. Option Description The camera focuses on a point selected by the user. [Single-point AF] • Use with stationary subjects. The camera focuses on a point selected by the user; [Dynamic-area AF if the subject briefly leaves the selected point, the (9 points)]/...
  • Page 155 Option Description The camera focuses using a group of focus points selected by the user. • Choose for snapshots, subjects that are in motion, and other subjects that are difficult to photograph using [Single-point AF]. [Group-area AF]/ • Use [Group-area AF (C1)] and [Group-area AF [Group-area AF (C2)] to create custom groups in which the (C1)]/[Group-area...
  • Page 156 Custom Focus Groups: [Group-Area AF (C1)]/[Group-Area AF (C2)] • When [Group-area AF (C1)] or [Group-area AF (C2)] is highlighted, you can adjust the width of the custom focus group by holding the AF-mode button and pressing 4 or 2 . Press 1 or 3 to choose the height. The height and width are shown in the top control panel.
  • Page 157 ❚❚ Live View Photography/Movie Recording The selected AF-area mode is displayed in the monitor during live view photography and filming. Option Description The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated [Face- by a yellow border. If multiple faces (up to a priority AF] maximum of 16) are detected, you can choose a subject using the multi selector.
  • Page 158 ❚❚ Manual Focus-Point Selection When an option other than [Auto-area AF], [Face-priority AF], or [Subject- tracking AF] is selected for AF-area mode, you can select the focus point manually. Press the multi selector up, down, left, or right ( 1342 ) or diagonally to select the focus point.

  • Page 159: The Af-On Button

    The AF-ON Button The AF-ON button can be used for focus in autofocus mode. • You can choose the role assigned to the AF-ON button. Use Custom Settings f3 [Custom controls] and g2 [Custom controls] in the Custom Settings menu to choose the roles played by the button during photography and movie recording, respectively.

  • Page 160: The I Button

    The I Button Choose an exposure mode. Choosing an Exposure Mode Hold the I button and rotate the main command dial. Mode Description Programmed The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for auto optimal exposure. Shutter- You choose the shutter speed; the camera priority auto selects the aperture for best results.

  • Page 161: The Release Mode Dial And S Button

    The Release Mode Dial and S Button Rotate the release mode dial to choose the operation performed when the shutter is released. Choosing a Release Mode Press the release mode dial lock release on top of the camera and rotate the release mode dial.
  • Page 162 Mode Description Take pictures more quietly than in single- Quiet shutter frame mode. Burst shooting at rates of 1 to 5 release fps is also supported. Self-timer Take pictures with the self-timer. The mirror is raised before shooting to Mirror up minimize blur caused by camera shake.

  • Page 163: The Y Button

    The Y Button Use the Y button to choose how the camera meters light when setting exposure. Choosing a Metering Option Hold the Y button and rotate the main command dial. Option Description [Matrix Matrix metering is adapted to a wide range of metering] subjects.
  • Page 164 Option Description The camera meters a circle 4 mm (0.16 in.) in diameter (approximately 1.5% of frame). Use for [Spot example to meter a specific area of the frame when metering] your subject is backlit or features sharply contrasting areas. The camera assigns the greatest weight to [Highlight- highlights.

  • Page 165: The Bkt Button

    The BKT Button Use the BKT button to choose the bracketing increment and number of shots in the bracketing program. Bracketing is used to vary exposure, flash level, white balance, or Active D-Lighting (ADL) over a series of shots. • The role performed by the BKT button can be chosen using Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls].

  • Page 166: The S ( Q ) Button

    The S ( Q ) Button Use the S ( Q ) button to adjust the camera’s sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity). The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing faster shutter speeds or smaller apertures.
  • Page 167 High ISO Sensitivities The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing pictures to be taken when lighting is poor and helping prevent blur when the subject is in motion. Note, however, that the higher the sensitivity, the more likely the image is to be affected by “noise”...

  • Page 168: Enabling Auto Iso Sensitivity Control

    Enabling Auto ISO Sensitivity Control Hold the S ( Q ) button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose whether the camera will automatically adjust ISO sensitivity if the desired exposure cannot be achieved at the value selected by the user. •...

  • Page 169: The E Button

    The E Button Use the E (exposure compensation) button to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera. Exposure compensation can be used to make pictures brighter or darker. −1 EV No exposure +1 EV compensation Adjusting Exposure Compensation Hold the E button and rotate the main command dial.

  • Page 170: The T Button

    The T Button The T button is used to adjust image quality and choose the size of JPEG images. Adjusting Image Quality Hold the T button and rotate the main command dial. Option Description [NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine c ] Record two copies of each photo: an NEF [NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine] (RAW) image and a JPEG copy.
  • Page 171 Option Description [JPEG fine c ] Record photos in JPEG format. Image [JPEG fine] quality increases as quality progress from [JPEG normal c ] basic through normal to fine. Options [JPEG normal] with a star (“ c ”) prioritize image quality, [JPEG basic c ] those without a star (“...

  • Page 172: Choosing An Image Size

    Choosing an Image Size Hold the T button and rotate the sub-command dial. • Choose from [Large], [Medium], and [Small]; the selected option applies to JPEG photos. The physical dimensions of the photos in pixels varies with image area. Image size Image area [Large] [Medium]...

  • Page 173: The U Button

    The U Button The U button can be used to adjust white balance. White balance delivers natural colors with light sources of different hues. Adjusting White Balance Hold the U button and rotate the main command dial. Options for the selected setting, if any, can be selected by holding the U button and rotating the sub-command dial.
  • Page 174 Option Description White balance is adjusted automatically v [Auto] for optimal results with most light sources. v 0 [Keep white Eliminate the warm color cast produced (reduce warm colors)] by incandescent lighting. v 1 [Keep overall Partially preserve the warm color cast atmosphere] produced by incandescent lighting.
  • Page 175 Option Description I [Fluorescent] [Sodium-vapor lamps] [Warm-white fluorescent] Use under fluorescent lighting; choose [White fluorescent] the bulb type according to the light [Cool-white fluorescent] source. [Day white fluorescent] [Daylight fluorescent] [High temp. mercury- vapor] N [Flash] Use for flash photography. K [Choose color Choose the color temperature directly.
  • Page 176 Fine-Tuning White Balance To fine-tune white balance, use the multi selector while holding the U button. • When an option other than [Choose color temperature] or [Preset manual] is selected, you can fine-tune white balance on the amber-blue axis by pressing 4 or 2 and on the green-magenta axis by pressing 1 or 3 .

  • Page 177: The G ( H / Q ) Button

    The g ( h / Q ) Button Use the g ( h / Q ) button to choose image processing (“Picture Control”) options for new photos according to the scene or your creative intent. Choosing a Picture Control Pressing the g ( h / Q ) button displays Picture Control options.
  • Page 178 Option Description Smooth complexions for natural-looking o [Portrait] portraits. p [Landscape] Shoot vibrant landscapes and cityscapes. Details are preserved over a wide tone range, from highlights to shadows. Choose for q [Flat] photographs that will later be extensively processed or retouched. Creative Picture Controls offer unique l 01 Creative...
  • Page 179 ❚❚ Modifying Picture Controls To modify Picture Control settings, highlight a Picture Control and press 3 . • Press 1 or 3 to highlight settings. Press 4 or 2 to choose a value in increments of 1, or rotate the sub- command dial to choose a value in increments of 0.25.
  • Page 180 ❚❚ Picture Control Settings Option Description Mute or heighten the effect of Creative Picture [Effect level] Controls. Quickly adjust levels for balanced [Sharpening], [Mid- [Quick sharp] range sharpening], and [Clarity]. These parameters can also be adjusted individually. [Sharpening] Control the sharpness of details and outlines. [Mid-range Adjust the sharpness of patterns and lines in the range sharpening]...
  • Page 181 The j Indicator The j indicator under the value display in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting. [A] (Auto) • Selecting the [A] (auto) option available for some settings lets the camera adjust the setting automatically. •...
  • Page 182 The [Auto] Picture Control Settings can be adjusted in the range [A−2] to [A+2]. Protecting Pictures from Deletion During playback, the g ( h / Q ) button can be used to protect pictures. Protecting pictures helps prevent accidental deletion. Viewing Help Press the g ( h / Q ) button to view help for the current item, where available ( 0 87).

  • Page 183: The W ( N ) Button

    The W ( N ) Button During shooting, the W ( N ) button can be used to choose the flash mode and adjust flash compensation for optional flash units. Flash mode determines the effect produced by the flash, flash compensation the flash level. Choosing a Flash Mode Hold the W ( N ) button and rotate the main command dial.
  • Page 184 Option Description [Slow sync + red- As for “red-eye reduction”, except that slow eye] (red-eye shutter speeds are used to capture reduction with background lighting at night or under low slow sync) light. [Rear-curtain sync] (rear-curtain The flash fires just before the shutter closes. sync) [Flash off] The flash does not fire.

  • Page 185: Adjusting Flash Compensation

    Adjusting Flash Compensation Hold the W ( N ) button and rotate the sub-command dial. • Choose positive values for brighter lighting, negative values to ensure that the subject is not too brightly lit. • Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0.

  • Page 186: The Pv Button

    • Optional flash units compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) will emit a modeling flash. The modeling flash can be disabled by selecting [Off] for Custom Setting e6 [Modeling flash].

  • Page 187: The Fn1, Fn2, Fn3 ( C ), And Fn (Vertical) Buttons

    The Fn1, Fn2, Fn3 ( C ), and Fn (Vertical) Buttons Use the Fn1, Fn2, Fn3 ( C ), or vertical Fn button for quick access to selected settings. • The assigned setting can be adjusted by holding the corresponding button and rotating the command dials. In some cases, adjustments can be made using both the main and sub-command dials.

  • Page 188: Shooting Settings

    Shooting Settings Image Recording Options (Image Area, Quality, and Size) Adjusting Image Area Settings Image area settings can be displayed by selecting [Image area] in the photo shooting menu. Image Recording Options (Image Area, Quality, and Size)
  • Page 189 ❚❚ Choose Image Area Choose the image area. The following options are available: Option Description Record pictures in FX format with an angle of view equivalent to a 35 mm format camera. Use c [FX(36×24)] this option when taking photographs with NIKKOR lenses for 35 mm format cameras.
  • Page 190 FX (36×24) 1:1 (24×24) 1.2× (30×20) 16:9 (36×20) DX (24×16) DX format image circle 5:4 (30×24) 35 mm format image circle Image Recording Options (Image Area, Quality, and Size)
  • Page 191 ❚❚ Auto DX Crop Choose whether the camera automatically selects the [DX (24×16)] (DX format) image area when a DX lens is attached. Option Description The camera automatically selects the [DX (24×16)] (DX [On] format) image area when a DX lens is attached. [Off] Automatic image-area selection disabled.
  • Page 192 The Viewfinder Display The viewfinder displays for image area options other than [FX (36×24)] are shown below. The area outside the current crop is shown in gray. 1.2× (30×20) DX (24×16) 5:4 (30×24) 16:9 (36×20) 1:1 (24×24) Image Recording Options (Image Area, Quality, and Size)
  • Page 193 Choosing the Image Area via Buttons and Command Dials If [Choose image area] has been assigned to a button using Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls], the image area can be selected by pressing the button and rotating a command dial. •...

  • Page 194: Adjusting Image Quality

    Adjusting Image Quality Choose the image quality option used when photographs are recorded. Option Description [NEF (RAW) + Record two copies of each photo: an NEF (RAW) JPEG fine c ] image and a JPEG copy. • For the JPEG copy, you can choose from options [NEF (RAW) + prioritizing image quality or file size.
  • Page 195 NEF (RAW) image files contain the raw data output from the image sensor. They have the extension “*.nef”. • Using Nikon’s ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D software, you can adjust and re-adjust settings such as exposure compensation and white balance. Such adjustments can be performed as often as you please without degrading image quality, making this the ideal format for photos that will be processed in multiple different ways.
  • Page 196 ❚❚ Choosing an Image Quality Option To choose an image quality option during viewfinder photography, hold the T button and rotate the main command dial. The selected option is displayed in the rear control panel. The Photo Shooting Menu [Image Quality] Option Image quality can also be adjusted using the [Image quality] item in the photo shooting menu.

  • Page 197: Choosing An Image Size

    Choosing an Image Size Choose a size for new JPEG pictures. The size for JPEG pictures can be selected from [Large], [Medium], and [Small]. The number of pixels in the image varies with the option selected for image area ( 0 136). Image area Image size Large (5568 ×...
  • Page 198 Image area Image size Large (4640 × 3712 pixels) [5:4 (30×24)] Medium (3472 × 2784 pixels) Small (2320 × 1856 pixels) Large (3712 × 3712 pixels) [1:1 (24×24)] Medium (2784 × 2784 pixels) Small (1856 × 1856 pixels) Large (5568 × 3128 pixels) [16:9 (36×20)] Medium (4176 ×...
  • Page 199 ❚❚ Choosing an Image Size To choose a size for JPEG images during viewfinder photography, hold the T button and rotate the sub- command dial. The selected option is displayed in the rear control panel. • To choose a size for NEF (RAW) images, use the [Image size] > [NEF (RAW)] option in the photo shooting menu.

  • Page 200: Choosing How The Camera Focuses (Focus)

    Choosing How the Camera Focuses (Focus) Choosing a Focus Mode Rotate the focus-mode selector to AF to select autofocus or to M to select manual focus. During viewfinder photography, the camera focuses using 105 focus points. Choosing How the Camera Focuses (Focus)

  • Page 201: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Choose how the camera focuses in autofocus mode. ❚❚ Viewfinder Photography Option Description Use with stationary subjects. Focus locks while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. The shutter cannot be released unless the camera is in focus. AF-S [Single AF] •...
  • Page 202 Predictive Focus Tracking In autofocus mode AF-C, 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 the AF-ON button is pressed. This allows the camera to track focus while attempting to predict where the subject will be when the shutter is released.
  • Page 203 ❚❚ Live View Photography and Filming Option Description Use with stationary subjects. Focus locks while AF-S [Single AF] the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Use with moving subjects. The camera adjusts focus continuously in response to subject AF-F [Full-time AF] motion until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
  • Page 204 ❚❚ Choosing an Autofocus Mode To choose the autofocus mode, hold the AF-mode button and rotate the main command dial. • During viewfinder photography, the selected option is displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. • During live view or while movies are being filmed, the selected option is displayed in the monitor.

  • Page 205: Af-Area Mode

    AF-Area Mode Choose how the camera selects the focus point for autofocus. ❚❚ Viewfinder Photography Option Description The user selects the focus point ( 0 164). The camera [Single-point will focus on the subject in the selected focus point only. •...
  • Page 206 Option Description The camera tracks the subject using all 105 focus points. If you keep the shutter-release button pressed halfway after focusing on the subject in the selected focus point, the camera will track the subject as it moves through the frame and select new focus points as required.
  • Page 207 Option Description The camera focuses using a group of focus points selected by the user. Focus is distributed over a wider area, reducing the risk of the camera focusing on the background. • Choose for snapshots, subjects that are in motion, and other subjects that are difficult to photograph [Group-area using [Single-point AF].
  • Page 208 Option Description The camera automatically detects the subject and selects the focus point. If a face is detected, the camera will give priority to the portrait subject. • Use on occasions when [Auto-area AF] you don’t have time to select the focus point yourself, for portraits, or for snapshots and other spur-of-the-moment photos.
  • Page 209 AF-Area Mode AF-area mode is shown in the viewfinder and top control panel. Viewfinder focus- Top control AF-area mode Viewfinder point display panel (during selection) [Single-point AF] [Dynamic-area AF (9 points)] [Dynamic-area AF (25 points)] [Dynamic-area AF (49 points)] [Dynamic-area AF (105 points)] [3D-tracking] Choosing How the Camera Focuses (Focus)
  • Page 210 Viewfinder focus- Top control AF-area mode Viewfinder point display panel (during selection) [Group-area AF] [Group-area AF (C1)] [Group-area AF (C2)] [Auto-area AF] * Only active focus point is displayed in the viewfinder. Remaining focus points provide information to assist focus operation. Choosing How the Camera Focuses (Focus)
  • Page 211 3D-Tracking When [3D-tracking] is selected for AF-area mode, the camera stores the colors in the area surrounding the focus point at the moment the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. 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 212 ❚❚ Live View Photography and Filming Option Description The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a yellow border. If multiple faces (up to a maximum of 16) are detected, you can choose a [Face- subject using the multi selector.
  • Page 213 Subject-Tracking AF The camera may be unable to track subjects that: • are similar in color to the background, • change visibly in size, color, or brightness, • are too large or too small, • are too bright or too dark, •...
  • Page 214 Using Autofocus in Live View • The camera may take longer to focus in live view than during viewfinder photography. The camera may be unable to focus if: - The subject contains lines parallel to the long edge of the frame - The subject lacks contrast - The subject in the focus point contains areas of sharply contrasting brightness...
  • Page 215 ❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area Mode To choose the AF-area mode, hold the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial. • During viewfinder photography, the selected option is displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. • During live view or while movies are being filmed, the selected option is displayed in the monitor.

  • Page 216: Focus Point Selection

    Focus Point Selection Except when [Auto-area AF] or [Subject tracking AF] is selected for AF-area mode, the focus point can be selected manually, allowing photographs to be composed with the subject positioned almost anywhere in the frame. Undo the focus selector lock.
  • Page 217 • During live view, the focus point can be positioned anywhere in the frame. • The center focus point can be selected by pressing the center of the multi selector. • Focus-point selection can be locked by rotating the focus selector lock to the L position.
  • Page 218 The Sub-Selector • The sub-selector can be used for focus-point selection in place of the multi selector. • Exposure and focus lock while the center of the sub-selector is pressed. • Be careful not to put your fingers in your eye while using the sub-selector.

  • Page 219: Custom Focus Groups

    Custom Focus Groups You can choose the dimensions of the focus groups used when [Group-area AF (C1)] and [Group-area AF (C2)] are selected for AF-area mode. Custom focus groups can be used if the size and shape of the area used for focus can be determined in advance with a fair degree of accuracy.
  • Page 220 • Press 1 or 3 to choose the height, 4 or 2 to choose the width. The shape of the current AF-area group is indicated by a number in the top control panel. The shapes of the different AF-area groups are shown below. 1–7 3–7 5–7...
  • Page 221 Choosing Custom Focus Groups The dimensions of the custom focus groups for [Group-area AF (C1)] and [Group-area AF (C2)] can also be selected using Custom Setting a10 [Custom groupings (C1/C2)]. Select the desired custom group AF-area mode and size the group using the multi selector. Press J to save changes.

  • Page 222: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Use focus lock with subjects that will not be in the selected focus point in the final composition or to focus in cases in which the camera is unable to focus using autofocus ( 0 173). Before using focus lock, choose an option other than [Auto-area AF] for AF-area mode.
  • Page 223 Lock focus. AF-C selected for autofocus mode: Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway ( ), press the center of the sub-selector ( ) to lock focus. Focus and exposure will remain locked while the center of the sub- selector is pressed, even if you remove your finger from the shutter- release button.
  • Page 224 Without releasing focus lock, recompose the photograph and press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject. If the distance to the subject changes, release the lock and focus again at the new distance.
  • Page 225 Locking Focus with the AF-ON Button • The AF-ON button can be used for focus in place of the shutter-release button. • If [AF-ON only] is selected for Custom Setting a6 [AF activation] during viewfinder photography, focus can be initiated only by pressing the AF-ON button;...

  • Page 226: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus The procedure for selecting manual focus varies with the lens. Follow the steps below. • AF lenses: Rotate the camera focus-mode selector to M. If the lens is equipped with a focus-mode switch, set it to M as well. - If you are using an AF-S lens, or an AF-P lens with a focus-mode switch, set the focus- mode switch to M.
  • Page 227 Using Manual Focus with AF Lenses (AF-S and AF-P Lenses Excluded) Be sure to rotate the camera focus-mode selector to M when using manual focus with AF lenses (AF-S and AF-P lenses excepted). Attempting to focus manually with the focus-mode selector set to AF could damage the camera or lens.
  • Page 228 ❚❚ The Electronic Rangefinder When focusing manually, you can use the focus indicator ( I ) in the viewfinder to check whether the subject in the selected focus point is in focus. • In-focus indicator ( I ) is displayed when the subject is in focus.
  • Page 229 AF-P Lenses When an AF-P lens is used in manual focus mode, the in-focus indicator will flash in the viewfinder (or in live view, the focus point will flash in the monitor) to warn that continuing to rotate the focus ring in the current direction will not bring the subject into focus.

  • Page 230: Exposure-Related Settings (Metering And Exposure Compensation)

    Exposure-Related Settings (Metering and Exposure Compensation) Choosing How the Camera Sets Exposure Metering determines how the camera sets exposure. Choose the method used and area metered when the camera sets exposure. Option Description Produces natural results in most situations. The camera meters a wide area of the frame and sets [Matrix exposure according to tone distribution, color,...
  • Page 231 Option Description The camera meters a circle with a diameter of 4 mm/0.16 in. (equivalent to approximately 1.5% of the frame). This ensures that the subject will be correctly exposed even when the background is much brighter or darker. The metered area is centered on the current focus point.
  • Page 232 ❚❚ Choosing a Metering Option Hold the Y button and rotate the main command dial. The selected option is displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. Exposure-Related Settings (Metering and Exposure Compensation)
  • Page 233 [Matrix Metering] and Lens Type The metering method used when matrix metering is selected varies with the lens. • CPU lenses: - 3D color matrix metering III: Available with type D, E, and G CPU lenses. The camera includes distance information when calculating exposure.

  • Page 234: Choosing An Exposure Mode

    Choosing an Exposure Mode To choose an exposure mode, hold the I button and rotate the main command dial. The selected option is displayed in the top control panel. Mode Description Use for snapshots and in other situations in Programmed which there is little time to adjust camera auto ( 0 184) settings.
  • Page 235 Lens Types • When using a CPU lens of a type other than G or E, lock the aperture ring at the minimum aperture (highest f-number). • Mode A will be selected automatically if a non-CPU lens is attached in mode P or S.
  • Page 236 ❚❚ 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. You also have the option of choosing different combinations of shutter speed and aperture without altering exposure (“flexible program”).
  • Page 237 ❚❚ S (Shutter-Priority Auto) In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically adjusts aperture for optimal exposure. Choose fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion, slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving objects. To choose a shutter speed, rotate the main command dial while the exposure meters are on.
  • Page 238 ❚❚ A (Aperture-Priority Auto) In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed for optimal exposure. To adjust aperture, rotate the sub-command dial while the exposure meters are on. • The minimum and maximum values for aperture vary with the lens.
  • Page 239 Non-CPU Lenses If when using a non-CPU lens you enter its maximum aperture using the [Non-CPU lens data] item in setup menu, the current f-number will be displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. Use the lens aperture ring to adjust aperture. Although other values can be selected, the value shown in the displays will be rounded to the nearest full aperture stop.
  • Page 240 ❚❚ M (Manual) You control both shutter speed and aperture. Choose this mode for long time-exposures of such subjects as fireworks or the night sky (“Bulb” or “Time” photography, 0 191). Shutter speed and aperture can be adjusted with reference to the exposure indicators by rotating the command dials as follows while the standby timer is on: •...
  • Page 241 Shutter speed: Extended Shutter Speeds For shutter speeds as slow as 900 s (15 minutes), select [On] for Custom Setting d7 [Extended shutter speeds (M)]. AF Micro NIKKOR Lenses Users of external exposure meters need not take the exposure ratio into account when adjusting aperture via the sub-command dial.
  • Page 242 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. The exposure indicators can be read as follows (the display varies with the option selected for Custom Setting b2 [EV steps for exposure cntrl]): [1/3 step] selected for [EV steps for exposure cntrl] Display...

  • Page 243: Long Time-Exposures (Mode M Only)

    Long Time-Exposures (Mode M Only) The camera offers two options for long time-exposures: “Bulb” and “Time”. Long time-exposures can be used for pictures of fireworks, night scenery, the stars, or moving lights. A 35-second exposure shot at a shutter speed of “Bulb” and an aperture of f/25 Shutter speed Description...
  • Page 244 Keep the camera steady, for example by using a tripod. Hold the I button and rotate the main command dial to select mode M. Rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of A (“Bulb”) or % (“Time”). Note that the exposure indicators are not displayed at a shutter speed of A or % .
  • Page 245 Bright spots and fog can be reduced by choosing [On] for [Long exposure NR] in the photo shooting menu. • Nikon recommends using a fully-charged battery or an optional AC adapter and power connector to prevent loss of power during long exposures.

  • Page 246: Shutter Speed And Aperture Lock

    Shutter Speed and Aperture Lock You can lock shutter speed (mode S), aperture (mode A), or both shutter speed and aperture (mode M). Shutter speed and aperture lock are not available in mode P. Assign [Shutter spd & aperture lock] to a control using Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls].
  • Page 247 Aperture: • After confirming that camera is in mode A or M, press the control to which [Shutter spd & aperture lock] has been assigned and rotate the sub-command dial until P (aperture lock) icons appear in the viewfinder and top control panel.

  • Page 248: Autoexposure Lock

    Autoexposure Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after setting exposure for a specific area of the subject. Exposure lock comes in handy when the area used to set exposure is much brighter or darker than its surroundings. Select [Center-weighted metering] or [Spot metering] ( 0 178).
  • Page 249 • If you are using autofocus, you should also confirm that the in- focus indicator ( I ) is displayed. Keeping the center of the sub- selector pressed, recompose the photograph and shoot. Locking Exposure with the Shutter-Release Button If [On (half press)] is selected for Custom Setting c1 [Shutter-release button AE-L], exposure will lock while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
  • Page 250 Metered Area • In [Spot metering], exposure will be locked at the value metered in a circle centered on the current focus point ( 0 178). • In [Center-weighted metering], exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 12-mm circle in the center of the viewfinder. Adjusting Shutter Speed and Aperture The following settings can be adjusted while the center of the sub- selector is pressed:...

  • Page 251: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera. It can be used to make pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with [Spot metering] or [Center-weighted metering] ( 0 178). −1 EV No exposure +1 EV...
  • Page 252 ❚❚ Adjusting Exposure Compensation Hold the E button and rotate the main command dial. • The selected value is displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. • Choose from values between –5 EV (underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure). • By default, changes are made in increments of EV.
  • Page 253 • The current value is displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel when the E button is pressed. No exposure compensation Display −0.3 EV +2 EV ( E button pressed) Top control panel Viewfinder • E icons and exposure indicators appear in the viewfinder and top control panel.
  • Page 254 Mode M In mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change. Using a Flash When an optional flash is used, exposure compensation affects both flash level and exposure, altering the brightness of both the main subject and the background;...

  • Page 255: Choosing The Operation Performed When The Shutter Is Released (Release Mode)

    Choosing the Operation Performed When the Shutter Is Released (Release Mode) Choosing a Release Mode Such as Single- Frame, Continuous, or Quiet Shutter-Release To choose the operation performed when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down, hold the release mode dial lock release and rotate the release mode dial.
  • Page 256 Mode Description The camera takes photographs at a selected rate while the shutter-release button is pressed. Use for active subjects. Continuous • Choose from rates of from 10 to 14 fps. high speed • To choose the frame rate, hold the S button and rotate the sub-command dial.
  • Page 257 Mode Description Hold the S button and rotate the main Quick release- mode command dial to select the release mode ( 0 208). selection Frame Advance Rate • The frame rates for C and C modes and for burst photography in mode Q can also be selected using Custom Setting d1 [Continuous shooting speed].
  • Page 258 Burst Photography • Depending on shooting conditions and memory card performance, the memory card access lamp may light for anywhere from a few tens of seconds to around a minute. Do not remove the memory card while the memory card access lamp is lit. Not only could any unrecorded images be lost, but the camera or memory card could be damaged.
  • Page 259 The Memory Buffer • While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the frame-count display will show the number of pictures that can be stored in the memory buffer. • When the buffer is full, the display will show t00 and the frame rate will drop.
  • Page 260 ❚❚ Quick Release-Mode Selection With the release mode dial rotated to S , you can choose a release mode by holding the S button and rotating the main command dial. • Settings for the selected mode can be adjusted by holding the S button and rotating the sub-command dial.

  • Page 261: Using The Self-Timer ( E )

    Using the Self-Timer ( E ) Rotate the release mode dial to E (self- timer mode). Hold the release mode dial lock release and rotate the release mode dial to E . Frame the photograph and focus. The timer will not start if the shutter cannot be released, as may be the case, for example, if the camera is unable to focus when AF-S is selected for autofocus mode.
  • Page 262 Start the timer. • Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer; the shutter will be released after about 10 seconds, during which the self- timer lamp will at first flash for approximately 8 seconds and then light for roughly 2 seconds.

  • Page 263: Mirror Up Mode (Mup)

    Mirror Up Mode (M Choose this mode to minimize blurring caused by vibrations produced as the mirror is raised. • Hold the release mode dial lock release and rotate the release mode dial to M (mirror up). • After pressing the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to raise the mirror.
  • Page 264 Mirror Up • Photos cannot be framed in the viewfinder. • Autofocus and metering are not available. Taking Pictures • Use of a tripod is recommended. • Press the shutter-release button smoothly to prevent blur. • The mirror lowers when shooting ends. •...

  • Page 265: Adjusting The Camera's Sensitivity To Light (Iso Sensitivity)

    Adjusting the Camera’s Sensitivity to Light (ISO Sensitivity) ISO Sensitivity The camera’s sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) can be adjusted according to the amount of light available. In general, choosing higher values allows faster shutter speeds at the same aperture. Choose from settings of from ISO 100 to 102400.
  • Page 266 The Photo Shooting Menu [ISO Sensitivity Settings] Option ISO sensitivity can also be adjusted using the [ISO sensitivity settings] item in the photo shooting menu. High ISO Sensitivities The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing pictures to be taken when lighting is poor and helping prevent blur when the subject is in motion.
  • Page 267 Hi 0.3–Hi 5 A setting of [Hi 0.3] corresponds to an ISO sensitivity approximately 0.3 EV higher than ISO 102400 (ISO 128000) and [Hi 5.0] to an ISO sensitivity approximately 5 EV higher (ISO 3280000). Note that pictures taken at these settings are particularly prone to “noise” in the form of randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines.

  • Page 268: Auto Iso Sensitivity Control

    Auto ISO Sensitivity Control Auto ISO sensitivity control automatically adjusts ISO sensitivity if optimal exposure cannot be achieved at the value selected by the user. ❚❚ Enabling Auto ISO Sensitivity Control Select [ISO sensitivity settings] in the photo shooting menu, highlight [Auto ISO sensitivity control] and press 2 .
  • Page 269 Adjust settings. • Adjust auto ISO sensitivity control settings. Option Description To prevent ISO sensitivity being raised too high, you can select an upper limit for ISO sensitivity [Maximum control; choose from values of from ISO 200 to Hi sensitivity] 5.
  • Page 270 Option Description In modes P and A, auto ISO sensitivity control only takes effect if the shutter speed needed for optimal exposure would fall below this value; choose from settings of s to 30 s. If [Auto] is 4000 selected, the camera will choose the minimum shutter speed based on lens focal length (CPU lenses only).
  • Page 271 When [On] is selected for [Auto ISO sensitivity control], ISO AUTO indicators will appear in the viewfinder and top control panel. When these indicators are lit (not flashing), pictures will be taken at the sensitivity selected for [ISO sensitivity]. When sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user, the ISO AUTO indicators will flash and the altered value will be shown in the displays.
  • Page 272 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control • If value currently selected for [ISO sensitivity] is higher than that chosen for [Maximum sensitivity], the value chosen for [ISO sensitivity] will serve as the upper limit for auto ISO sensitivity control. • During flash photography, shutter speed is limited to the range defined by the values selected for Custom Settings e1 [Flash sync speed] and e2 [Flash shutter speed].

  • Page 273: Achieving Natural Colors With Different Light Sources (White Balance)

    Achieving Natural Colors with Different Light Sources (White Balance) White Balance Adjusting settings for natural colors under different light sources is referred to as “matching white balance to the light source”. The default setting ( v ) is suitable for use with most light sources, but if it fails to produce the desired results, other settings can be selected according to the weather or light source.
  • Page 274 Color Option Description temperature v 0 [Keep Eliminate the warm color cast Approx. 3500– white (reduce produced by incandescent 8000 K warm colors)] lighting. v 1 [Keep Partially preserve the warm color Approx. 3500– overall cast produced by incandescent 8000 K atmosphere] lighting.
  • Page 275 Color Option Description temperature I [Fluorescent] [Sodium-vapor Approx. 2700 K lamps] [Warm-white Approx. 3000 K fluorescent] [White Approx. 3700 K fluorescent] Use under fluorescent lighting; choose bulb type according to [Cool-white Approx. 4200 K light source. fluorescent] [Day white Approx. 5000 K fluorescent] [Daylight Approx.
  • Page 276 Color Option Description temperature Measure white balance directly from a subject or light source or copy white balance from an existing photograph. • To choose a white balance L [Preset manual] preset, hold the U button and rotate the sub-command dial. •...
  • Page 277 ❚❚ Choosing a White Balance Option To choose a white balance option, hold the U button and rotate the main command dial. The selected option is displayed in the rear control panel. Options for the selected setting, if any, can be selected by holding the U button and rotating the sub-command dial.
  • Page 278 The [White Balance] Options White balance can also be adjusted from the photo and movie shooting menus. [Natural Light Auto] [Natural light auto] may not produce the desired results under artificial light. Choose [Auto] or an option that matches the light source. Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer;...

  • Page 279: Fine-Tuning White Balance

    Fine-Tuning White Balance Select [White balance] in the photo shooting menu, highlight the desired option, and press 2 as often as necessary to display fine- tuning options. For information on fine-tuning [Preset manual] white balance, see “Fine-Tuning Preset Manual White Balance” ( 0 248).
  • Page 280 Fine-tune white balance. • Use the multi selector to position the cursor on the grid. The cursor can be moved up to six steps from the center along either of the A (amber)–B (blue) and G (green)–M (magenta) axes. The selected value is displayed to the right of the grid.
  • Page 281 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. When [Auto] or [Fluorescent] is selected, you can choose an [Auto] or [Fluorescent] sub-option by rotating the sub-command dial.
  • Page 282 White Balance Fine-Tuning The colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. Selecting more of a color on a given axis does not necessarily result in that color appearing in pictures. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm”...

  • Page 283: Choosing A Color Temperature

    Choosing a Color Temperature ❚❚ Using the Menus Choose a color temperature by entering values for the A (amber)–B (blue) and G (green)–M (magenta) axes. Select [White balance] in the photo shooting menu, then highlight [Choose color temperature] and press 2 . Choose a color temperature.
  • Page 284 Save changes. • Press J to save changes and exit to the menus. • If a value other than 0 is selected for the green (G)–magenta (M) axis, an asterisk (“ U ”) will appear in the rear control panel. Achieving Natural Colors with Different Light Sources (White Balance)
  • Page 285 ❚❚ Using Buttons (Amber–Blue Only) To adjust color temperature when [Choose color temperature] is selected for white balance, hold the U button and use the multi selector or rotate the sub-command dial. • Hold the U button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose a color temperature in mireds.

  • Page 286: Preset Manual

    Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance values measured under specific lighting or copied from a photograph. It is recommended under mixed lighting or lighting with a strong color cast or whenever settings such as [Auto], [Incandescent], and color-temperature selection fail to produce the desired results.
  • Page 287 ❚❚ Viewfinder Photography Before Measuring White Balance: • Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. In studio settings, a standard 18% gray panel can be used as a reference object. •...
  • Page 288 Select a preset. Hold the U button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed. Select direct measurement mode. • Release the U button briefly and then press the U button until the D indicators in the viewfinder and top control panel and the L icon in the rear control panel start to flash.
  • Page 289 • In direct measurement mode, the focus point changes to a white balance target as shown and stays in the center of the frame. Before the D indicators stop flashing, photograph the reference object. • Position the reference object in the white balance target and press the shutter-release button all the way down to measure a value for white...
  • Page 290 Check the results. • If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, C will flash in the top and rear control panels, while the viewfinder will show a flashing a . Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. •...
  • Page 291 Time Limit (Viewfinder Photography) 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]. Measuring White Balance (Viewfinder Photography) Preset manual white balance cannot be measured during: •...
  • Page 292 Protected Presets If the current preset is protected, the camera will be unable to measure a value for preset manual white balance; any attempt to measure white balance for a protected preset will be accompanied by a flashing 3 in the viewfinder and top control panel and a flashing g in the rear control panel.
  • Page 293 ❚❚ Live View (Spot White Balance) During live view, white balance can be measured from white or gray objects in a smaller area of the frame than would be possible in viewfinder photography (spot white balance). As long as the subject contain a white or gray area, you will not have to prepare a reference object or change lenses during telephoto photography.
  • Page 294 Select a preset. Hold the U button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed. Select direct measurement mode. Release the U button briefly and then press the U button until the L icon in the monitor starts to flash.
  • Page 295 While the L icon is flashing, use the multi selector to position the spot white balance target ( r ) over a white or gray area of the subject. To zoom in on the area around the target ( r ) for more precise positioning, press the X button.
  • Page 296 • If the camera is unable to measure white balance, a message will be displayed and the camera will return to Step 4. Try measuring white balance again, for example with the target ( r ) positioned over a different area of the subject. Press the U button to exit direct measurement mode.
  • Page 297 Time Limit (Live View) Direct measurement mode will end if no operations are performed in the time selected for Custom Setting c4 [Monitor off delay] > [Live view]. Measuring White Balance (Live View) Preset manual white balance cannot be measured when [Multiple exposure] is active or an option other than [None] is selected for [Photo live view display WB] ( 0 848).
  • Page 298 ❚❚ 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 [White balance] in the photo shooting menu, then highlight [Preset manual] and press 2 . Select a destination.
  • Page 299 Choose [Select image]. Highlight [Select image] and press 2 to view the pictures on the current memory card. Highlight the source image. • Highlight the desired image using the multi selector. • To view the highlighted image full frame, press and hold the X button. Copy white balance.
  • Page 300 Fine-Tuning Preset Manual White Balance The selected preset can be fine-tuned by selecting [Fine-tune] in the preset manual white balance menu. “Edit Comment” To enter a descriptive comment of up to 36 characters for the current white-balance preset, select [Edit comment] in the preset manual white balance menu.

  • Page 301: Varying Exposure Or White Balance Over A Series Of Photographs (Bracketing)

    Varying Exposure or White Balance over a Series of Photographs (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 302: Bracketing

    Bracketing Bracketing is adjusted using the [Auto bracketing] > [Auto bracketing set] item in the photo shooting menu, which contains the following options: Option Description The camera varies exposure and flash level [AE & flash bracketing] over a series of photographs. The camera varies exposure over a series of [AE bracketing] photographs.

  • Page 303: Exposure And Flash Bracketing

    Exposure and Flash Bracketing Vary exposure and/or flash level over a series of photographs. To perform exposure and/or flash bracketing: No exposure −1 EV +1 EV compensation Varying Exposure or White Balance over a Series of Photographs (Bracketing)
  • Page 304 Choose the number of shots. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. • At settings other than r , a M icon and an exposure and flash bracketing indicator will appear in the viewfinder and top control panel.
  • Page 305 Select an exposure increment. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment. • When [1/3 step] is selected for Custom Setting b2 [EV steps for exposure cntrl], the size of the increment can be chosen from 0.3 ( ), 0.7 ( ), 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0 EV.
  • Page 306 • The bracketing programs with an increment of 0.3 EV are listed below. Exposure and flash Top control No. of Bracketing order bracketing panel shots (EVs) indicator 0/+0.3/+0.7 0/-0.7/-0.3 0/+0.3 0/-0.3 0/-0.3/+0.3 0/-0.7/-0.3/+0.3/+0.7 0/-1.0/-0.7/-0.3/+0.3/ +0.7/+1.0 0/-1.3/-1.0/-0.7/-0.3/ +0.3/+0.7/+1.0/+1.3 Varying Exposure or White Balance over a Series of Photographs (Bracketing)
  • Page 307 Take pictures. • Take the number of pictures in the bracketing program. • The modified values for shutter speed and aperture are shown in the display. • Bracketing progress indicators are displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. A segment indicating the photograph taken will disappear from the indicator after each shot.
  • Page 308 Bracketing Options When [AE & flash bracketing] is selected, the camera varies both exposure and flash level. Select [AE bracketing] to vary only exposure, [Flash bracketing] to vary only flash level. Note that flash bracketing is available in i-TTL and, where supported, auto aperture ( q A) flash control modes only ( 0 643, 1051).
  • Page 309 Exposure Bracketing The settings (shutter speed and/or aperture) altered during exposure bracketing vary with the exposure mode. Mode Setting Shutter speed and aperture Aperture Shutter speed 2, 3 Shutter speed 1 If [On] is selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Auto ISO sensitivity control] in the photo shooting menu, the camera will automatically vary ISO sensitivity for optimum exposure when the limits of the camera exposure system are exceeded.
  • Page 310 ❚❚ Cancelling 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 M is no longer displayed. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated.

  • Page 311: White Balance Bracketing

    White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. To use white balance bracketing: Choose the number of shots. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. •...
  • Page 312 Select a white balance increment. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance increment. • The size of the increment can be chosen from 1 (1 step), 2 (2 steps), or 3 (3 steps). •...
  • Page 313 • The bracketing programs with an increment of 1 are listed below. White balance White Bracketing control bracketing balance order panel indicator shots increment 0/B1/B2 0/A2/A1 0/B1 0/A1 1A, 1B 0/A1/B1 0/A2/A1/B1/ 1A, 1B 0/A3/A2/A1/ 1A, 1B B1/B2/B3 0/A4/A3/A2/ 1A, 1B A1/B1/B2/ B3/B4 Varying Exposure or White Balance over a Series of Photographs (Bracketing)
  • Page 314 Take pictures. • 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 315 White Balance Bracketing Restrictions White balance bracketing is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG. White Balance Bracketing • [Number of shots] and [Increment] can also be selected via the [Auto bracketing] item in the photo shooting menu. •...
  • Page 316 ❚❚ Cancelling 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 317: Adl Bracketing

    ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting (ADL) over a series of exposures. To use ADL bracketing: Choose the number of shots. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. •...
  • Page 318 • The number of shots determines the bracketing sequence: Number Bracketing sequence of shots [Off] V Value selected in Step 2 [Off] V [Low] V [Normal] [Off] V [Low] V [Normal] V [High] [Off] V [Low] V [Normal] V [High] V [Extra high 1] [Low] V [Normal] V [High] V [Extra high 1] V [Extra high 2] •...
  • Page 319 Choose the Active D-Lighting amount. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose the Active D-Lighting setting for the second shot when the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is 2. Varying Exposure or White Balance over a Series of Photographs (Bracketing)
  • Page 320 • The selected option is shown in the Active D-Lighting display in the top control panel. Active D-Lighting amount Top control panel Y Auto 3 Extra high 2 Z Extra high 1 P High Q Normal R Low Varying Exposure or White Balance over a Series of Photographs (Bracketing)
  • Page 321 Take pictures. • Take the number of pictures in the bracketing program. • 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. No.
  • Page 322 ❚❚ Cancelling 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 323: Image Processing (Picture Controls)

    Image Processing (Picture Controls) Picture Controls Adjust image processing (Picture Control) settings according to your subject or creative intent. Option Description The camera automatically adjusts hues and tones based on the [Standard] Picture Control. • The complexions of portrait subjects will appear softer than in pictures taken with n [Auto] the [Standard] Picture Control.
  • Page 324 Option Description Pictures are enhanced for a vivid, photoprint S [Vivid] effect. Choose for photographs that emphasize primary colors. T [Monochrome] Take monochrome photographs. Smooth complexions for natural-looking o [Portrait] portraits. p [Landscape] Shoot vibrant landscapes and cityscapes. Details are preserved over a wide tone range, from highlights to shadows.
  • Page 325 ❚❚ Choosing a Picture Control Pressing the g ( h / Q ) button displays the Picture Control list. Highlight an option using 4 or 2 and press J to select. • The Picture Control used for movies can be selected by pressing the g ( h / Q ) button during filming.

  • Page 326: Modifying Picture Controls From The Menus

    Modifying Picture Controls from the Menus Picture Controls can be adapted to suit the scene or the photographer’s creative intent. Picture Controls can also be edited using the g ( h / Q ) button. For more information, see “The g ( h / Q ) Button” ( 0 125) in “Camera Controls”. Select a Picture Control.
  • Page 327 Adjust settings. • Press 1 or 3 to highlight settings. Press 4 or 2 to choose a value in increments of 1, or rotate the sub- command dial to choose a value in increments of 0.25. • The options available vary with the Picture Control selected.

  • Page 328: Custom Picture Controls

    Custom Picture Controls Save modified Picture Controls as custom Picture Controls. Option Description Create a new custom Picture Control based on an [Save/edit] existing preset or custom Picture Control, or edit existing custom Picture Controls. [Rename] Rename custom Picture Controls. [Delete] Delete custom Picture Controls.
  • Page 329 Select [Save/edit]. Highlight [Save/edit] and press 2 to view [Choose Picture Control] options. Select a Picture Control. • Highlight an existing Picture Control and press 2 . • To save a copy of the highlighted Picture Control without further modification, press J . [Save as] options will be displayed;...
  • Page 330 Select a destination. Choose a destination for the custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9). Name the Picture Control. • Pressing 2 when a destination is highlighted in the previous step displays the [Rename] text-entry dialog. • The default name, created by adding a two-digit number to the name of the existing Picture Control, appears in the text display area.
  • Page 331 Press J . • Text entry will end. • The new Picture Control will be added to the Picture Control list. The “Original Picture Control” Icon The original preset Picture Control on which the custom Picture Control is based is indicated by an icon in the top right corner of the edit display.
  • Page 332 Custom Picture Control Options The options available with custom Picture Controls are the same as those on which the custom Picture Control was based. Sharing Custom Picture Controls The [Load/save] item in the [Manage Picture Control] menu can be used to copy custom Picture Controls from the camera to a memory card.

  • Page 333: Preserving Detail In Highlights And Shadows (Active D-Lighting And Hdr)

    Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows (Active D-Lighting and HDR) Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting, accessed via the [Active D-Lighting] item in the photo or movie shooting menu, is used to preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating pictures with natural contrast.
  • Page 334 ❚❚ Active D-Lighting Options Option Description The camera automatically adjusts Active Y [Auto] D-Lighting in response to shooting conditions. 3 [Extra high 2] Z [Extra high 1] Choose the amount of Active D-Lighting P [High] performed from [Extra high 2], [Extra high 1], [High], [Normal], and [Low].

  • Page 335: High Dynamic Range (Hdr)

    High Dynamic Range (HDR) The [HDR (high dynamic range)] item in the photo shooting menu can be used with high-contrast subjects to preserve details in highlights and shadows by combining two shots taken at different exposures. Use with high-contrast scenes and other subjects to preserve a wide range of details, from highlights to shadows.
  • Page 336 ❚❚ HDR Options Option Description • [On (series)]: Take a series of HDR photographs. To end HDR photography, select [HDR mode] again and [HDR mode] choose [Off]. • [On (single photo)]: Take a single HDR photograph. • [Off]: End HDR photography. Choose the difference in exposure between the two shots.
  • Page 337 ❚❚ Taking HDR Photographs We recommend that you use the [Matrix metering] metering option when shooting with HDR. Highlight [HDR (high dynamic range)] in the photo shooting menu and press 2 . Select an [HDR mode]. • Highlight [HDR mode] and press 2 . •...
  • Page 338 Option Description Take a series of HDR photographs. HDR [ 0 On (series)] shooting will continue until you select [Off] for [HDR mode]. Normal shooting will resume after you have [On (single photo)] taken a single HDR photograph. Proceed without taking additional HDR [Off] photographs.
  • Page 339 Choose a value for [Exposure differential]. • Highlight [Exposure differential] and press 2 . • Highlight an option using 1 or 3 and press J . • Choose higher values for high- contrast subjects. • Note, however, that choosing a higher value than required may not produce the desired results.
  • Page 340 Adjust [Smoothing]. • Highlight [Smoothing] and press • Highlight an option using 1 or 3 and press J ; the selected option represents the amount the boundaries between the two images are smoothed. • Higher values produce a smoother composite image. Choose a setting for [Save individual images (NEF)].
  • Page 341 Frame the photograph, focus, and shoot. • The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. • Flashing “ 1 ” and “ k ” indicators appear respectively in the top control panel and viewfinder while the images are combined.
  • Page 342 NEF (RAW) HDR photographs taken when an NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG option is selected for image quality will be recorded in JPEG format. HDR Photography • The edges of the image will be cropped out. • The desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during shooting.
  • Page 343 HDR Restrictions HDR cannot be combined with some camera features, including: • Bracketing • Multiple exposure • Interval-timer photography • Time-lapse movies • Focus shift Adjusting HDR Settings When [HDR (high dynamic range)] is selected for Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls] > [BKT button], [HDR mode] (Step 2) and [Exposure differential] (Step 3) can be selected using the BKT button and command dials.

  • Page 344: Movie Recording And Editing

    Movie Recording and Editing Image Area: Choosing a Movie Crop 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 345 • The sizes of the areas recorded in FX- and DX-based movie formats differ. The differences are shown below. Format Area recorded FX-based movie format Approx. 35.9 20.2 mm × DX-based movie format Approx. 23.5 13.2 mm × • Movies shot with a DX-format lens and [On] selected for [Image area] >...

  • Page 346: Frame Size/Frame Rate And Movie Quality

    Frame Size/Frame Rate and Movie Quality The [Frame size/frame rate] item in the movie shooting menu is used to choose the movie frame size (in pixels) and frame rate. You can also choose from two [Movie quality] options: [High quality] and [Normal]. Together, these options determine the maximum bit rate and recording time, as shown in the following table.
  • Page 347 Max. bit rate Max. Frame size/frame rate recording High Normal time quality u / 6 [1920 1080; 60p crop] × 56 Mbps 28 Mbps v / 7 [1920 1080; 50p crop] × 29 min. 8 / 8 [1920 1080; 30p crop] ×...

  • Page 348: The Movie Crop

    The Movie Crop Movies have an aspect ratio of 16:9. The crop varies with frame size. 3840 × 2160 1920 × 1080 crop 1920 × 1080 and 1280 × 720 • Going from a frame size of 1920 × 1080 or 1280 × 720 to 3840 ×...

  • Page 349: Points To Note When Recording Movies

    Points to Note When Recording Movies Note the following points when recording movies: • Depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before the maximum length ( 0 294) is reached. • Note that the number of subjects that can be detected in [Face-priority AF] drops during movie recording.
  • Page 350 Movie Recording: Exposure Mode • If the subject is over- or under-exposed in mode P or S, exit and restart live view or select mode A and adjust aperture. • The following exposure settings can be adjusted during filming: Mode Aperture Shutter speed ISO sensitivity...
  • Page 351 Recording Movies in Mode M In mode M shutter speed can be set to values between s and 8000 (the slowest available shutter speed varies with the frame rate). Wireless Remote Controllers and Remote Cords If [Record movies] is selected for Custom Setting g2 [Custom controls] > [Shutter-release button], the shutter-release buttons on optional wireless remote controllers and remote cords can be pressed halfway to start live view or pressed all the way down to start and end movie...

  • Page 352: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies Movies can be edited using the following options: Option Description [Choose start/ Create a copy from which unwanted footage end point] has been removed. [Save current Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. frame] Add indices to movies during playback. Indices r [Add index] can be used to quickly locate frames during playback and editing ( 0 307).

  • Page 353: Trimming Movies

    Trimming Movies Display a movie full frame. Pause the movie on the new opening frame. • Press the center of the multi selector to start playback. Press 3 to pause. • Your approximate position in the movie can be ascertained from the movie progress bar. •...
  • Page 354 Choose the start point. To create a copy that begins from the current frame, highlight [Start point] and press J . Confirm the new start point. • If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to advance or rewind.
  • Page 355 Choose the end point. Press g ( h / Q ) to switch to the end-point selection tool ( x ) and then select the closing frame ( x ) as described in Step 5. Press 1 to create the copy. Preview the copy.
  • Page 356 Choose a save option. Choose [Save as new file] to save the edited copy as a new file. To replace the original movie with the edited copy, choose [Overwrite existing file]. Save the copy. Press J to save the copy. Trimming Movies •...
  • Page 357 Removing Opening or Closing Footage • To remove only the closing footage from a movie, choose [End point] in Step 4, select the closing frame, and proceed to Step 7 without pressing the g ( h / Q ) button in Step 6. •...

  • Page 358: Saving Selected Frames As Jpeg Stills

    Saving Selected Frames as JPEG Stills Pause the movie on the desired frame. • Press 3 to pause playback. • Press 4 or 2 to locate the desired frame. Choose [Save current frame]. Press the i button, then highlight [Save current frame] and press J to create a JPEG copy of the current frame.

  • Page 359: Adding Indices To Movies

    Adding Indices to Movies Pause playback on the desired frame. • Press 3 to pause playback. • Press 4 or 2 to locate the desired frame. Select [Add index]. • Press the i button, highlight [Add index], and press J to add an index.

  • Page 360: Other Shooting Options

    Other Shooting Options Using Two Memory Cards To choose the role played by the memory card in Slot 2 when two memory cards are inserted, select [Role played by card in Slot 2] in the photo shooting menu. Option Description The card in Slot 2 is used only when the card in P [Overflow] Slot 1 is full.
  • Page 361 Option Description • Two JPEG copies are recorded, one to each memory card. • The copy saved to the card in Slot 1 is recorded at the image quality and size selected via the T button or photo shooting menu. The copy saved to the card in Slot 2 is recorded at an image quality of [JPEG basic] and a size of either [JPEG Slot 1 -...
  • Page 362 [Backup], [RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2], and [JPEG Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2] • The viewfinder and top control panel show the number of exposures remaining on the card with the least amount of space available. • The shutter release is disabled when either card is full.

  • Page 363: Deleting Copies

    Deleting Copies When deleting pictures recorded using [Backup], [RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2], or [JPEG Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2], you have the choice of erasing either both copies or only the copy on the card in the current slot.

  • Page 364: Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings

    Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by pressing the two buttons marked with green dots ( S and U ) at the same time and holding them for over two seconds (the control panels turn off briefly while settings are reset).

  • Page 365: Photo Shooting Menu

    Photo Shooting Menu With the exceptions of multiple exposure, interval timer, time- lapse movie, and focus shift, only settings in the current photo shooting menu bank are affected. Option Default Extended photo menu banks Image quality JPEG normal Image size JPEG Large NEF (RAW)
  • Page 366 Option Default Flicker reduction Flicker reduction setting Disable Flicker reduction indicator Auto bracketing Multiple exposure HDR (high dynamic range) Silent live view photography 1 The number of shots is reset to zero. The bracketing increment for exposure, flash, and white balance bracketing is reset to 1. The amount for the second shot in two-shot ADL bracketing programs is reset to [Auto].

  • Page 367: Movie Shooting Menu

    Movie Shooting Menu Option Default ISO sensitivity settings Maximum sensitivity 102400 Auto ISO control (mode M) ISO sensitivity (mode M) White balance Same as photo settings Set Picture Control Same as photo settings Active D-Lighting Electronic VR Headphone volume Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings...

  • Page 368: Other Settings

    Other Settings Option Default Focus point Center Preset focus point Center Exposure mode Programmed auto Flexible program Exposure compensation Off (0.0) AE lock (Hold) Aperture lock Shutter speed lock Exposure preview Autofocus mode AF-S AF-area mode (viewfinder Single-point AF photography) Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings...
  • Page 369 Option Default AF-area mode (live view/filming) Normal-area AF Photo live view display WB None Metering Matrix metering Flash mode Fill flash Flash compensation Off (0.0) FV lock Multi-selector power aperture Disable Multi selector exposure comp. Disable Exposure delay mode Off * Highlight display * Only settings in the current Custom Settings menu bank are affected.

  • Page 370: Combining Multiple Exposures In A Single Photo (Multiple Exposure)

    Combining Multiple Exposures in a Single Photo (Multiple Exposure) Use the [Multiple exposure] item in the photo shooting menu to record two to ten NEF (RAW) exposures as a single photograph. Multiple Exposure Options Option Description • [On (series)]: Take a series of multiple exposures. To end multiple exposure photography, select [Multiple [Multiple exposure...
  • Page 371 Option Description • [Add]: The exposures are overlaid without modification; gain is not adjusted. • [Average]: Gain is adjusted before the exposures are overlaid. - The gain for each exposure is equal to 1 divided by the total number of exposures taken. For example, in a photo made by combining two exposures, the gain for each exposure will be set to , while in a photo...
  • Page 372 Option Description • [On]: Save both the multiple exposure and the shots [Save that make it up; the latter are saved in NEF (RAW) individual format. • images (NEF)] [Off]: Discard the individual shots and save only the multiple exposure. •...

  • Page 373: Creating A Multiple Exposure

    Creating a Multiple Exposure Highlight [Multiple exposure] in the photo shooting menu and press 2 . Choose an option for [Multiple exposure mode]. • Highlight [Multiple exposure mode] and press 2 . • Highlight a multiple exposure mode using 1 or 3 and press J . •...
  • Page 374 Choose a value for [Number of shots] (number of exposures). • Highlight [Number of shots] and press 2 . • Choose the number of exposures using 1 or 3 and press J . Choose an option for [Overlay mode]. • Highlight [Overlay mode] and press 2 .
  • Page 375 Choose a setting for [Save individual images (NEF)]. • Highlight [Save individual images (NEF)] and press 2 . • Highlight an option using 1 or 3 and press J . • To save both the multiple exposure and the shots that make it up, select [On];...
  • Page 376 Hi 5 is selected as the first exposure, the electronic shutter will not be used to record the remaining shots even if [Enable] is selected for Custom Setting d6 [Electronic front-curtain shutter]. Combining Multiple Exposures in a Single Photo (Multiple Exposure)
  • Page 377 Start shooting. • The n icon will flash. • Take the selected number of shots. If you used [Select first exposure (NEF)] to select an existing NEF (RAW) image as the first exposure in Step 7, shooting will start from the second exposure. •...
  • Page 378 • If [On (single photo)] is selected, the camera will exit multiple exposure mode and the n icon will clear from the display once the number of shots selected in Step 3 has been taken and the multiple exposure has been recorded.
  • Page 379 • Multiple exposures may be affected by “noise” in the form of randomly- spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines. • In C and C modes and during silent burst photography in mode Q, the camera will take pictures while the shutter-release button is pressed and record a multiple exposure once the selected number shots has been taken.
  • Page 380 Adjusting Multiple Exposure Settings When [Multiple exposure] is selected for Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls] > [BKT button], [Multiple exposure mode] (Step 2) and [Number of shots] (Step 3) can be selected using the BKT button and command dials. • Hold the BKT button and rotate the main command dial to choose from the following multiple exposure modes: a ([Off]), 1...

  • Page 381: Using The I Button

    Using the i Button Pictures can be viewed by pressing the K button while a multiple exposure is in progress. The most recent shot in the current multiple exposure is indicated by a n icon; pressing the i button when this icon is present displays the multiple exposure i menu.

  • Page 382: Ending Multiple Exposures

    Ending Multiple Exposures To end a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, select [Off] for multiple exposure mode. A multiple exposure will be created from the exposures that have been recorded to that point (if [Average] is selected for [Overlay mode], gain will be adjusted to reflect the number of exposures actually recorded).

  • Page 383: Taking Photos At A Set Interval (Interval Timer Shooting)

    Taking Photos at a Set Interval (Interval Timer Shooting) Use the [Interval timer shooting] item in the photo shooting menu to take photographs at a selected interval until a specified number of shots has been recorded. When using the interval timer, select a release mode other than E and M Interval Timer Shooting Options Option Description...
  • Page 384 Option Description Selecting [On] allows the camera to adjust exposure to match the previous shot. • Large changes in subject brightness during shooting may result in apparent variations in exposure. This can be addressed by shortening the [Exposure smoothing] interval between shots. •...
  • Page 385 Option Description • [On]: Enable interval priority to ensure that frames shot in modes P and A are taken at the chosen interval. - Flash photography is disabled. - The number of shots per interval is set to 1, even if the number of shots chosen for [Intervals×shots/interval] is 2 or more.
  • Page 386 Option Description Combine interval-timer photography with other options. • [AE bracketing]: Perform exposure bracketing during interval-timer photography. • [Time-lapse movie]: Use the photos taken during interval-timer photography to create a time-lapse movie with an aspect ratio of 16:9. - The camera saves both the photos and the time- lapse movie.
  • Page 387 Option Description Highlight either of the following options and press 2 to select; selected items are marked with a check ( M ). To deselect (remove the check from: U ) a selected option, highlight it and press 2 again. [Starting storage •...

  • Page 388: Interval-Timer Photography

    Interval-Timer Photography Highlight [Interval timer shooting] in the photo shooting menu and press 2 . Adjust interval timer settings. • Choose the start day and time. Highlight [Choose start day/ Highlight an option and time] and press 2 . press J . - To start shooting immediately, select [Now].
  • Page 389 • Choose the interval between shots. Highlight [Interval] and Choose an interval (in hours, press 2 . minutes, and seconds) and press J . • Choose the number of shots per interval. Highlight [Intervals×shots Choose the number of interval] and press 2 . intervals and the number of shots per interval and press - In release mode S (single frame), the photographs for...
  • Page 390 • Enable or disable exposure smoothing. Highlight [Exposure Highlight an option and smoothing] and press 2 . press J . • Enable or disable silent photography. Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and photography] and press 2 . press J . - If [On] is selected, the only time the sound of the shutter or mirror will be heard is when the mirror is raised or lowered at the start and end of shooting.
  • Page 391 • Choose an interval priority option. Highlight [Interval priority] Highlight an option and and press 2 . press J . • Choose whether the camera focuses between shots. Highlight [Focus before Highlight an option and each shot] and press 2 . press J .
  • Page 392 • Choose additional options. Highlight [Options] and Highlight [AE bracketing] or press 2 . [Time-lapse movie] and press 2 . - If you selected [AE bracketing], choose values for [Number of shots] and [Increment]; if you selected [Time-lapse movie], choose settings for [Frame size/ frame rate] and [Destination].
  • Page 393 Highlight [Start] and press J . • If [Now] was selected for [Choose start day/time] in Step 2, shooting will start after three seconds. • Otherwise shooting will start at the time selected for [Choose start day/time] > [Choose day/time]. •...
  • Page 394 • If shooting cannot proceed at current settings—for example, if shutter speed is set to A (“Bulb”) or % (“Time”), [00:00'00"] is selected for [Interval], or the start time is in less than a minute—a warning will be displayed in the monitor. •...
  • Page 395 Interval-Timer Photography: Restrictions Interval-timer photography cannot be combined with some camera features, including: • Live view • Movie recording • Long time-exposures (“Bulb” or “Time”) • The self-timer • Bracketing • Multiple exposure • HDR (high dynamic range) • Focus shift When [On] Is Selected for [Silent Photography] Selecting [On] for [Silent photography] disables some camera features, including:...
  • Page 396 During Shooting During interval-timer photography, the Q icon will flash in the top control panel. Immediately before the next shooting interval begins, the shutter speed display will show the number of intervals remaining, and the aperture display will show the number of shots remaining in the current interval.

  • Page 397: Pausing Interval-Timer Photography

    Pausing Interval-Timer Photography Interval-timer photography can be paused between intervals by pressing J or by selecting [Interval timer shooting] in the photo shooting menu, highlighting [Pause], and pressing J . Note that the menus may not be displayed when the G button is pressed if the time selected for [Interval] is very short.

  • Page 398: Resuming Interval Timer Shooting

    Resuming Interval Timer Shooting Shooting can be resumed using the [Interval timer shooting] item in the photo shooting menu. The procedure is as follows: To resume shooting immediately: Highlight [Restart] and press J . To resume shooting at a specified time: Select [Choose start Choose a starting Highlight [Restart]...

  • Page 399: Ending Interval Timer Shooting

    Ending Interval Timer Shooting To end interval-timer photography before all the photos are taken, select [Interval timer shooting], highlight [Off], and press J . Note that the menus may not be displayed when the G button is pressed if the time selected for [Interval] is very short.

  • Page 400: Creating A Movie From Photos (Time-Lapse Movie)

    Creating a Movie from Photos (Time- Lapse Movie) Use the [Time-lapse movie] item in the photo shooting menu to create silent time-lapse movies from photos taken automatically at a selected interval. Time-Lapse Movie Options Option Description Start time-lapse recording. Shooting starts after about [Start] 3 s and continues at the interval selected for [Interval] for the time selected for [Shooting time].
  • Page 401 Option Description [Silent Select [On] to silence the shutter and eliminate the photography] vibrations it produces during shooting. • [Choose image area]: Choose the image area for time-lapse movies from [FX] and [DX]. • [Image area] [Auto DX crop]: If [On] is selected, the camera will automatically choose the [DX] crop when a DX lens is attached.

  • Page 402: Recording Time-Lapse Movies

    Recording Time-Lapse Movies Before Shooting • Time-lapse movies are shot using the movie crop. Check the composition before shooting. • Take test shots and check the results in the monitor. • Before proceeding, select [Time zone and date] in the setup menu and make sure that the camera clock is set to the correct time and date.
  • Page 403 Adjust time-lapse movie settings. • Choose the interval between shots. Highlight [Interval] and Choose an interval (in press 2 . minutes and seconds) and press J . - Choose an interval longer than the slowest anticipated shutter speed. • Choose the total shooting time. Highlight [Shooting time] Choose a shooting time (in and press 2 .
  • Page 404 • Enable or disable exposure smoothing. Highlight [Exposure Highlight an option and smoothing] and press 2 . press J . - Selecting [On] smooths abrupt changes in exposure. • Enable or disable silent photography. Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and photography] and press 2 .
  • Page 405 • Choose the image area. Highlight [Image area] and Highlight [Choose image press 2 . area] or [Auto DX crop] and press 2 . - Highlight the desired option ([FX] or [DX] in the case of [Choose image area], [On] or [Off] in the case of [Auto DX crop]) and press J .
  • Page 406 • Choose an interval priority option. Highlight [Interval priority] Highlight an option and and press 2 . press J . • Choose whether the camera focuses between shots. Highlight [Focus before Highlight an option and each shot] and press 2 . press J .
  • Page 407 • Choose a destination. Highlight [Destination] and Highlight the slot that will be press 2 . used to record time-lapse movies when two memory cards are inserted and press Highlight [Start] and press J . • Shooting starts after about 3 s. •...
  • Page 408 ❚❚ Ending Shooting To end shooting before all the photos are taken, press J or select [Time-lapse movie] in the photo shooting menu, highlight [Off], and press J . Note that the menus may not be displayed when the G button is pressed if the time selected for [Interval] is very short.
  • Page 409 Image Review The K button cannot be used to view pictures while shooting is in progress. The current frame will however be displayed for a few seconds after each shot if [On] is selected for [Image review] in the playback menu.
  • Page 410 • Shooting may end if camera controls are used, settings are changed, or an HDMI cable is connected. A movie will be created from the frames shot to the point where shooting ended. • The following end shooting without a beep sounding or a movie being recorded: - Disconnecting the power source - Ejecting the memory card...
  • Page 411 Time-Lapse Movies: Restrictions Time-lapse movie recording cannot be combined with some camera features, including: • Live view photography • Movie recording • Long time-exposures (“Bulb” or “Time”) • The self-timer • Bracketing • Multiple exposure • HDR (high dynamic range) •...

  • Page 412: Varying Focus Over A Series Of Photos (Focus Shift Shooting)

    Varying Focus over a Series of Photos (Focus Shift Shooting) The [Focus shift shooting] item in the photo shooting menu varies focus automatically over a series of photographs. Use it to take pictures that will later be combined via focus stacking. The photos can be copied to a computer and combined using third- party software.
  • Page 413 Option Description The time between shots, in seconds. • Select [00] to take photos at up to about 3 fps. [Interval until • To ensure correct exposure when using a flash, next shot] choose an interval long enough for the flash to charge.
  • Page 414 Before Shooting • Use an AF-S or AF-P lens. • Choose a release mode other than E . • For best results, we recommend that you choose mode A or M so that aperture does not change during shooting. • We recommend that you stop aperture down two or three stops from the maximum.

  • Page 415: Focus Shift Photography

    Focus Shift Photography Rotate the focus-mode selector to AF. Focus shift is not available with manual focus lenses. Focus. • During focus shift, the camera takes a series of shots starting from a selected focus position and continuing toward infinity. The starting focus position should be slightly in front of the closest point on the subject.
  • Page 416 Adjust focus shift settings. • Choose the number of shots. Highlight [No. of shots] and Choose the number of shots press 2 . and press J . - The maximum number of shots is 300. - We recommend taking more shots than you think you’ll need.
  • Page 417 • Choose the amount the focus distance changes with each shot. Highlight [Focus step width] Choose a focus step width and press 2 . and press J . - Press 4 to reduce the focus step width, 2 to increase. - Note that high settings increase the risk that some areas will be out of focus when the shots are stacked.
  • Page 418 • Choose the interval between shots. Highlight [Interval until Choose the interval between next shot] and press 2 . shots (in seconds) and press - Choose the interval between shots, in seconds. - Select [00] to take photos at up to approximately 3 fps. - To ensure correct exposure when using a flash, choose an interval long enough for the flash to charge.
  • Page 419 • Enable or disable first-frame exposure lock. Highlight [First-frame Highlight an option and exposure lock] and press 2 . press J . - [Off] is recommended if lighting and other conditions will not change during shooting, [On] when photographing landscapes and the like under variable lighting. - Selecting [On] locks exposure at the value for the first shot, ensuring that all photos have the same exposure.
  • Page 420 • Enable or disable silent photography. Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and photography] and press 2 . press J . - If [On] is selected, the only time the sound of the shutter or mirror will be heard is when the mirror is raised or lowered at the start and end of shooting.
  • Page 421 • Choose starting folder options. Highlight [Starting storage Select the desired options folder] and press 2 . and press J to proceed. - Highlight an option and press 2 to select; selected items are marked with a check ( M ). To deselect (remove the check from: U ) a selected option, highlight it and press 2 again.
  • Page 422 Highlight [Start] and press J . • Shooting starts after about 3 s. • The camera takes photographs at the selected interval, starting at the focus distance selected at the start of shooting and progressing out toward infinity by the selected focus step distance with each shot.
  • Page 423 Focus Shift Photography • The shutter speed and the time needed to record the image may vary from shot to shot. As a result, the interval between a shot being recorded and the start of the next shot may vary. •...
  • Page 424 Close-ups Because focus depth is reduced at short focus distances, we recommend choosing smaller focus steps and increasing the number of shots when photographing subjects close to the camera. During Shooting During focus shift photography, the Q icon will flash in the top control panel. Immediately before each shot, the AF indicator will flash and the shutter speed display will show the number of shots remaining.
  • Page 425 Focus Shift Photography: Restrictions • Focus shift shooting will not start if: - The camera clock is not set - An incompatible lens is attached (use only AF-S or AF-P lenses) - No memory card is inserted • Focus-shift photography cannot be combined with some camera features, including: - Live view - Movie recording...

  • Page 426: The Electronic Shutter (Silent Live View Photography)

    The Electronic Shutter (Silent Live View Photography) To enable the electronic shutter during live view photography, muting the shutter and eliminating the vibrations it produces, select [On] for [Silent live view photography] in the photo shooting menu. Use for landscapes, still lifes, and other static subjects.
  • Page 427 Silent Live View Photography • The amount of time you can continue shooting is shown in place of the number of exposures remaining. • Selecting [On] for [Silent live view photography] does not completely silence the camera. Camera sounds may still be audible, for example during autofocus or aperture adjustment.
  • Page 428 Silent Photography Some camera features, including the following, cannot be combined with silent live view photography: • ISO sensitivities of Hi 0.3 through Hi 5 • Flash photography • Long exposure noise reduction The Electronic Shutter (Silent Live View Photography)

  • Page 429: Customizing The I Menus: Customize I Menu

    Customizing the i Menus: Customize i Menu Choose the items displayed in the i menus during shooting. Use Custom Setting f1 [Customize i menu] to choose the items displayed during viewfinder photography, Custom Setting f2 [Customize i menu (Lv)] to choose the items displayed during live view photography, and Custom Setting g1 [Customize i menu] to choose the items displayed during movie recording.
  • Page 430 Highlight the desired item and press J . • The item will be assigned to the selected position and the options shown in Step 1 will be displayed. • Repeat Steps 1 and 2 as desired. Press the G button. Changes will be saved and the Custom Settings menu will be displayed.

  • Page 431: Using Non-Cpu Lenses (Non-Cpu Lens Data)

    Using Non-CPU Lenses (Non-CPU Lens Data) Non-CPU lenses ( 0 1045) can be used in exposure modes A and M. Aperture is set using the lens aperture ring. Entering lens data using the [Non-CPU lens data] item in the setup menu grants access to the following CPU lens functions.
  • Page 432 • Entering both the focal length and the maximum aperture allows use of: - color matrix metering (Note that color matrix metering may not produce the desired results with some lenses, including Reflex-NIKKOR lenses. In these cases [Center-weighted metering] or [Spot metering] can be used instead.) •...

  • Page 433: Entering Lens Data

    Entering Lens Data Highlight [Non-CPU lens data] in the setup menu and press Highlight [Lens number]. Press 4 or 2 to choose a lens number. Highlight [Focal length (mm)]. Press 4 or 2 to enter the lens focal length. Using Non-CPU Lenses (Non-CPU Lens Data)
  • Page 434 Highlight [Maximum aperture]. Press 4 or 2 to enter the maximum aperture. Press J to save changes. Lens information will be saved and the camera will exit to the setup menu. Using Non-CPU Lenses (Non-CPU Lens Data)

  • Page 435: Recalling Non-Cpu Lens Data

    Recalling Non-CPU Lens Data Assign [Choose non-CPU lens number] to a control using Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls]. Hold the control to which [Choose non-CPU lens number] has been assigned and rotate a command dial. The selected lens number is displayed in the top control panel.

  • Page 436: Location Data

    Location Data The built-in location data unit records the camera’s current latitude, longitude, and altitude, together with the current time (Coordinated Universal Time, or UTC). Location data embedded in pictures can be viewed in the location data page of the playback photo info display ( 0 414).
  • Page 437 Option Description Record a track log. • [Log location data]: The camera will log location data at the interval chosen using [Log interval] for the time selected for [Log length]. To end, pause, or resume the log, highlight [Log location data] and [Create log] press 2 .
  • Page 438 ❚❚ The Satellite Signal Indicator Signal strength is shown by a o icon in the top control panel. • o (static): The camera records the current latitude, longitude, and altitude. • o (flashing): The camera is unable to determine its location from the satellite signal;...
  • Page 439 Location Data • The camera may in certain cases need additional time to acquire location data, for example immediately after the battery is inserted, when the location data function is enabled for the first time, or after an extended period of disuse. •...
  • Page 440 • The location reported by the camera may differ from its actual location by up to several hundred meters. • The location data recorded with movies are those reported at the start of recording. • The location data embedded in pictures may differ from the location in which they were actually recorded.
  • Page 441 • Logs are stored in the “NIKON” > “GNSS” folder on the memory card and have names of the form “Nyymmddx.log”. Here “yy” is the last two digits of the current year, “mm” the month, “dd” the day, “x” a single-character identifier from 0 (zero) to Z assigned in ascending order by the camera, and “.log”...

  • Page 442: Playback

    Playback Viewing Pictures Full-Frame Playback Press the K button to view the most recent picture full frame. • Additional pictures can be viewed using the multi selector: press 2 to view pictures in the order recorded, 4 to view pictures in reverse order. •...

  • Page 443: Thumbnail Playback

    Thumbnail Playback To view multiple pictures, press the W ( M ) button when a picture is displayed full frame. • The number of pictures displayed increases from 4 to 9 to 72 each time the W ( M ) button is pressed, and decreases with each press of the X button.

  • Page 444: Playback Controls

    Playback Controls O ( Q ): Delete the current picture ( 0 429). G : View the menus ( 0 80). g ( h / Q ): Protect the current picture ( 0 421). X : Zoom in ( 0 419). W ( M ): View multiple pictures ( 0 391).
  • Page 445 ❚❚ The J Button and Multi Selector The following operations can be performed by holding J and pressing the multi selector as indicated. Option Description Display [Choose slot and folder] options. Highlight a slot and press 2 to display a list of the folders on the memory card in the selected slot.
  • Page 446 Touch Controls Touch controls can be used when pictures are displayed in the monitor ( 0 18). Rotate Tall To display “tall” (portrait-orientation) photographs in tall orientation, select [On] for [Rotate tall] in the playback menu. Two Memory Cards If two memory cards are inserted, [Choose slot and folder] options can also be viewed by pressing the W ( M ) button when 72 thumbnails are displayed.

  • Page 447: Playback Touch Controls

    Playback Touch Controls During playback, the touch-sensitive monitor can be used for the operations below. ❚❚ Viewing Other Pictures Flick left or right to view other pictures. ❚❚ Scrolling Rapidly to Other Pictures Touching the bottom of the screen in full-frame view displays a frame advance bar.
  • Page 448 ❚❚ Zoom (Photos Only) Double-tap or use stretch gestures to initiate zoom during full-frame playback ( 0 418). • Stretch again to zoom in further. • Pinch to zoom out. • Glide to scroll. • Double-tap to cancel zoom. ❚❚ Viewing Thumbnails Use a pinch gesture to “zoom out”...
  • Page 449 ❚❚ Viewing Movies Tap the on-screen guide to start movie playback (movies are indicated by a 1 icon). • Tap the display to pause. Tap again to resume. • To exit to full-frame playback, tap Z . • Note that some of the icons in the movie playback display do not respond to touch-screen operations.
  • Page 450 Vertical Flick Gestures To choose the operations performed by flicking up or down during full-frame playback, use Custom Setting f12 [Full-frame playback flicks]. • Choose from the following options. - [Rating]: Assign the current picture a previously-selected rating. - [Select to send (wired LAN/WT)]: Select the current picture for upload to a computer or ftp server via Ethernet or wireless transmitter.

  • Page 451: The I Button

    The i Button Pressing the i button during playback zoom or full-frame or thumbnail playback displays the i menu for playback mode. Highlight items and press J or 2 to select. Press the i button again to return to playback. Viewing Pictures...
  • Page 452 ❚❚ Photos Option Description Save a copy of the current image cropped to the area visible in the display. This option is not [Quick crop] available when RGB histograms are displayed ( 0 408). Rate the current picture ( 0 423). [Rating] [Select to send to smart device]...
  • Page 453 Option Description If the current picture is one of a pair created with [Backup], [RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2], or [JPEG Slot [Jump to copy on 1 - JPEG Slot 2] selected for [Role played by card other card] in Slot 2], choosing this option displays the copy on the card in the other slot.
  • Page 454 Side-by-Side Comparison Choose [Side-by-side comparison] to compare retouched copies with the unretouched originals. Options used to create copy Source image Retouched copy • The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right. • The options used to create the copy are listed at the top of the display. •...
  • Page 455 ❚❚ Movies Option Description Rate the current picture ( 0 423). [Rating] [Select to send to computer] Select the current picture for upload. The option displayed varies with the type of device connected. [Select to send (wired LAN/WT)] [Filtered View only pictures that match selected criteria ( 0 427).
  • Page 456 ❚❚ Movies (Playback Paused) Option Description [Choose start/end Trim footage from the current movie and save the edited copy in a new file ( 0 300). point] Save a selected frame as a JPEG still 4 [Save current frame] ( 0 306). Add indices to movies during playback.

  • Page 457: Photo Information

    Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full- frame playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as shown below. File information Shooting data Exposure data Overview data Highlights None (image only) RGB histogram * Displayed only if the corresponding option is selected for [Playback display options] in the playback menu.

  • Page 458: File Information

    File Information Voice memo indicator ( 0 436) 1 23 5 Protect status ( 0 421) Retouch indicator ( 0 958) Upload marking ( 0 425) IPTC preset indicator ( 0 400, 914) ( 0 164) Focus point ( 0 164) AF-area brackets 12 11 Frame number/total number...

  • Page 459: Exposure Data

    Exposure Data Folder number–frame number ( 0 755) Exposure mode ( 0 108, 182) Shutter speed ( 0 185, 188) Aperture ( 0 186, 188) Exposure compensation ( 0 117, 199) ( 0 114, 213) ISO sensitivity * Displayed in red if the picture was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control enabled.

  • Page 460: Rgb Histogram

    RGB Histogram To choose a color channel for the highlight display, choose [Select R, G, B] in the i menu and press 4 or 2 . White balance ( 0 121, 221) Color temperature ( 0 231) Preset manual ( 0 234) White balance fine-tuning ( 0 227) Histogram (RGB channel)
  • Page 461 Histograms Histograms show tone distribution. Pixel brightness (tone) is plotted on the horizontal axis and the number of pixels on the vertical axis. • If the image contains objects with a wide range of brightnesses, the distribution of tones will be relatively even. •...

  • Page 462: Shooting Data

    Shooting Data View the settings in effect at the time the picture was taken. The shooting data list has multiple pages, which can be viewed by pressing 1 or 3 . The information displayed can be selected using [Playback display options] > [Detailed shooting data] in the playback menu.
  • Page 463 1 Displayed in red if the picture was taken in mode P, S, or A with auto ISO sensitivity control enabled. 2 Displayed if Custom Setting b7 [Fine-tune optimal exposure] has been set to a value other than zero for any metering method. 3 Also includes the magnification for pictures taken with a teleconverter.
  • Page 464 ❚❚ Flash Data Flash data are displayed only for pictures taken with optional flash units. Flash type Remote flash control Flash mode ( 0 131, 648) Flash control mode ( 0 645) Flash compensation ( 0 133, 653) Flash level * In the case of pictures taken using TTL flash control ( 0 645), the flash level selected by the flash unit is displayed using the equivalent manual flash output value.
  • Page 465 ❚❚ Other Shooting Data High ISO noise reduction ( 0 768) Long exposure noise reduction ( 0 767) Active D-Lighting ( 0 281) HDR exposure differential ( 0 283) HDR smoothing ( 0 283) Vignette control ( 0 769) Retouch history ( 0 958). Changes are listed in the order applied.
  • Page 466 ❚❚ Location Data Location data are displayed only if embedded in the picture at the time it was taken. Latitude Longitude Altitude Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) Photo Information...
  • Page 467 ❚❚ IPTC Data Caption Event ID Headline Object Name City State Country Category Supp. Cat. (Supplemental Categories) Byline Byline Title Writer/Editor Credit Source Photo Information...

  • Page 468: Overview

    Overview 17 16 12 11 Voice memo indicator ( 0 436) Histogram ( 0 409) Image quality ( 0 118, 144) Frame number/total number of frames Image size ( 0 120, 145) Upload marking ( 0 425) Image area ( 0 136) Protect status ( 0 421) File name ( 0 760) Retouch indicator ( 0 958)
  • Page 469 Metering ( 0 111, 178) ( 0 131, 648) Flash mode Exposure mode ( 0 108, 182) ( 0 133, Flash compensation 653) Shutter speed ( 0 185, 188) Commander mode Aperture ( 0 186, 188) White balance ( 0 121, 221) ( 0 114, 213) ISO sensitivity Color temperature ( 0 231)

  • Page 470: Playback Zoom

    Playback Zoom To zoom in on a photo displayed in full- frame playback, press the X button or the center of the sub-selector or give the display two quick taps. [FX (36 24)]- × format photos can be zoomed in to maximum of approximately 21×...

  • Page 471: Using Playback Zoom

    Using Playback Zoom Operation Description • Press the X button or use stretch gestures to zoom A navigation window is Zoom in or out displayed when the zoom ratio • To zoom out, press is altered, with the area W ( M ) or use pinch currently visible indicated by a gestures.
  • Page 472 Operation Description To crop the picture to the area currently visible in the Crop picture monitor, press i and select [Quick crop]. Faces detected during zoom are indicated by white borders in the navigation window. Rotate Select faces the sub-command dial or tap the on-screen guide to view other faces.

  • Page 473: Protecting Pictures From Deletion

    Protecting Pictures from Deletion Pictures can be protected to prevent their being deleted accidentally. Protected pictures will however be deleted when the memory card is formatted ( 0 887). Select a picture. • Display the picture in full-frame playback or playback zoom.
  • Page 474 • Protected pictures are marked with a P icon. • To remove protection, display the picture or highlight it in the thumbnail list and press g ( h / Q ) again. Voice Memos Protecting photos also protects any voice memos recorded with the pictures.

  • Page 475: Rating Pictures

    Rating Pictures Select the desired picture with the multi selector and press the i button. Highlight [Rating] and press Choose a rating. Rotate the main command dial to choose the desired rating and then press J . Choose from ratings of from zero to five stars, or select d to mark the picture as a candidate for later deletion.
  • Page 476 Ratings Ratings can also be viewed in ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D. Protected pictures cannot be rated. Rating Pictures Using Camera Controls If [Rating] is assigned to [Fn button for vertical shooting] or [Fn3 button] using Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls], pictures can be rated by holding the selected control and rotating the main command dial.

  • Page 477: Selecting Pictures For Upload

    Selecting Pictures for Upload Follow the steps below to select the current picture for upload to a smart device, computer, or ftp server. • The i menu items used to select pictures for upload vary with the type of device connected: - [Select to send to smart device]: Displayed when the camera is connected to a smart device via built-in Bluetooth using [Connect to smart device] in the setup menu ( 0 929).
  • Page 478 Select the desired picture and press the i button. Highlight [Select to send to smart device], [Select to send to computer], or [Select to send (wired LAN/WT)] and press J . Pictures destined for a smart device are marked with a W icon, while those destined for a computer or ftp server are marked with u .

  • Page 479: Filtered Playback

    Filtered Playback Select [Filtered playback] in the i menu to view only pictures that meet the criteria chosen for [Filtered playback criteria] in the playback menu or playback i menu. [Filtered Playback Criteria] Highlight options and press 2 to select ( M ) or deselect ( U ).
  • Page 480 Option Description M : Include protected pictures. [Protect] M : Include pictures with selected ratings. [Rating] • Select ( M ) [Sent images] to include pictures previously uploaded to a computer or ftp server via Ethernet or an optional WT-6 wireless transmitter. [Select to •...

  • Page 481: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures Follow the steps below to delete pictures from memory cards. Note that pictures cannot be recovered once deleted. Pictures that are protected or hidden, however, cannot be deleted. Using the Delete Button Press the O ( Q ) button to delete the current picture. Select the desired picture with the multi selector and press the O ( Q ) button.
  • Page 482 Deleting Copies If the picture selected for playback when the O ( Q ) button is pressed was recorded with two memory cards inserted and an option other than [Overflow] selected for [Role played by card in Slot 2] in the photo shooting menu, you will be given the option of deleting both copies or only the copy on the card in the current slot ( 0 311).

  • Page 483: Deleting Multiple Pictures

    Deleting Multiple Pictures Use [Delete] in the playback menu to delete multiple pictures at once. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Description [Selected Delete selected pictures. images] [Candidates Delete pictures rated d (candidate for deletion). for deletion] [Images shot Delete all pictures taken on selected dates...
  • Page 484 ❚❚ Deleting Selected Pictures Select pictures. • Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the center to select; selected pictures are marked with O icons. Selected pictures can be deselected by pressing the center of the multi selector again. •...
  • Page 485 ❚❚ Candidates for Deletion Select pictures. • The camera will list all pictures rated d (candidate for deletion). Pictures you do not currently wish to delete can be deselected by highlighting them and pressing the center of the multi selector. •...
  • Page 486 ❚❚ Images Shot on Selected Dates Select dates. • Highlight dates using the multi selector and press 2 to select; selected dates are marked with M icons. Selected dates can be deselected by pressing 2 again. • Repeat until you have selected all the desired dates. Delete the pictures.
  • Page 487 ❚❚ Deleting All Pictures Choose a memory card. Press 1 or 3 to highlight the slot containing the memory card from which the pictures will be deleted and press J . Delete the pictures. • Highlight [Yes] and press J to delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for [Playback folder] in the playback menu.

  • Page 488: Voice Memos

    Voice Memos Recording Voice Memos Voice memos up to 60 seconds long can be added to photographs. During Playback To add voice memos to selected pictures during playback: Select the photograph. Only one voice memo can be recorded per picture; additional voice memos cannot be recorded for pictures already marked with a h icon.
  • Page 489 Hold the Fn3 ( C ) button. • Recording starts when the button is pressed and ends when it is released. • A C icon is displayed while recording is in progress. Release the Fn3 ( C ) button. Recording will end. During Recording During recording, a flashing C icon and a countdown timer showing the recording...

  • Page 490: During Shooting

    During Shooting A voice memo can be recorded with the most recent photograph during shooting. Recording can be initiated automatically or manually. ❚❚ Automatic Recording If [On (Auto and manual)] is selected for [Voice memo options] > [Voice memo] in the setup menu, recording will begin automatically when you lift your finger from the shutter-release button after shooting.
  • Page 491 Image Review Automatic recording is not available when [On] is selected for [Image review] in the playback menu. Automatic Recording Voice memos will not be recorded automatically during: • live view, • focus shift, or • time-lapse movie recording Recording Voice Memos...
  • Page 492 ❚❚ Manual Recording Voice memos can be manually added to the most recent photograph. • Before proceeding, select [Manual only] for [Voice memo options] > [Voice memo] in the setup menu. • To record a voice memo, hold the Fn3 ( C ) button; recording will continue while the button is pressed.
  • Page 493 After Recording If a voice memo has been recorded for the most recent photograph, a C icon will be displayed in the rear control panel. During playback, the presence of a voice memo is indicated by a h icon. Interrupting Recording Pressing the shutter-release button or operating other camera controls may end recording.
  • Page 494 Voice Memo File Names Voice memo file names have the form “DSC_nnnn.WAV”. The voice memo has the same file number (“nnnn”) as the picture with which it is associated. For example, the voice memo for the image “DSC_0002.JPG” would have the file name “DSC_0002.WAV.” Voice memo file names can be viewed on a computer.

  • Page 495: Playing Voice Memos

    Playing Voice Memos To play voice memos, press the Fn3 ( C ) button when viewing photographs marked with h icons. The i Menu Voice memos can also be played by highlighting [Play voice memo] in the playback i menu and pressing J . Interrupting Playback Pressing the shutter-release button or operating other camera controls may end playback.

  • Page 496: Deleting Voice Memos

    Deleting Voice Memos To delete the voice memo from the current photo, press the O ( Q ) button; a confirmation dialog will be displayed as shown. • To delete both the photo and the voice memo, highlight [Image and voice memo] and press O ( Q ).

  • Page 497: Connecting To Computers And Tvs

    The camera can be connected via Wi-Fi or using a USB cable. Connecting via USB Connect the camera using the supplied USB cable. You can then use Nikon ViewNX-i software to copy pictures to the computer for viewing and editing. Connecting to Computers...
  • Page 498 Note that you may be unable to download pictures from the camera using earlier versions of ViewNX-i. Capture NX-D Use Nikon’s Capture NX-D software to fine-tune photos or to change settings for NEF (RAW) pictures and save them in other formats. Capture NX-D is available for download from: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/...
  • Page 499 USB cable as shown. Turn the camera on. • The Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX-i will start. • If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.
  • Page 500 Click [Start Transfer]. Pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Turn the camera off. Disconnect the USB cable when transfer is complete. Connecting to Computers...
  • Page 501 [Nikon Transfer 2] to select Nikon Transfer 2. macOS If Nikon Transfer 2 does not start automatically, confirm that the camera is connected and then launch Image Capture (an application that comes with macOS) and select Nikon Transfer 2 as the application that opens when the camera is detected.
  • Page 502 Connecting to Computers • Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress. • Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. Be sure also to keep the connectors straight when disconnecting the cable. •...

  • Page 503: Ethernet And Wireless Networks (Wi-Fi)

    Ethernet and Wireless Networks (Wi-Fi) For more information, see “Built-in Wireless” ( 0 457) and “Ethernet/WT-6” ( 0 514). ❚❚ Built-in Wi-Fi Connect using the [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] item in the camera setup menu. You can connect either directly or via a wireless router.
  • Page 504 ❚❚ The WT-6 Wireless Transmitter With an optional WT-6 wireless transmitter, the camera can connect to computers or ftp servers using the [Wired LAN/WT] item in the setup menu. Use Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately) to control the camera and save pictures to the computer. The connection is more reliable than that offered by the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi.

  • Page 505: Connecting To Hdmi Devices

    Connecting to HDMI Devices The camera can be connected to TVs, recorders, and other devices featuring HDMI connectors. Use the optional HDMI cable ( 0 1060) or a third-party type C HDMI cable. These items must be purchased separately. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable.

  • Page 506: Tvs

    • After tuning the TV to the HDMI input channel, turn the camera on and press the K button to view pictures on the television screen. • Audio playback volume can be adjusted using the controls on the TV. Camera controls cannot be used. •...
  • Page 507 ❚❚ Advanced Adjust settings for connection to the HDMI device. Option Description The RGB video signal input range varies with the HDMI device. [Auto], which matches the output range to the HDMI device, is recommended in most situations. If the camera is unable to determine the correct RGB video signal output range for the HDMI device, you can choose from the following options:...
  • Page 508 Option Description Choosing [On] allows camera controls to be used to start and stop recording when the camera is connected via HDMI to a third-party recorder that supports the Atomos Open Protocol. • External recording control is available with Atomos SHOGUN, NINJA, and SUMO-series Monitor recorders.

  • Page 509: Built-In Wireless Camera And Network System Chart

    Built-in Wireless Camera and Network System Chart This section is chiefly devoted to describing how to connect to a wireless local area network (LAN) using the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and how to use network features once connected. • For information on connecting to Ethernet networks or connecting using an optional WT-6 wireless transmitter, see “Ethernet/WT-6”...

  • Page 510: Connecting To Smart Devices

    Use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between the camera and your smartphone or tablet (“smart device”). • The SnapBridge app is available from the Apple App Store® and on Google Play™. • Visit the Nikon website for the latest SnapBridge news. Connecting to Smart Devices...

  • Page 511: What Snapbridge Can Do For You

    What SnapBridge Can Do for You The tasks that can be performed using the SnapBridge app are outlined below. For details, see the SnapBridge app online help: https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html ❚❚ Downloading Pictures from the Camera Download existing pictures to your smart device. You also have the option of downloading pictures automatically as they are taken.

  • Page 512: Wireless Connections

    Wireless Connections Use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between the camera and your smart device. You can connect via either Wi-Fi ( 0 461) or Bluetooth ( 0 469). Connecting using the SnapBridge app allows you to set the camera clock and update location data using information provided by the smart device.

  • Page 513: Connecting Via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode)

    Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode) Before Connecting • Enable Wi-Fi on the smart device. For details, see the documentation provided with the device. • Ensure that the batteries in the camera and smart device are fully charged to prevent the devices turning off unexpectedly. •...
  • Page 514 Open the tab and tap > [Wi-Fi mode]. Smart device: Tap [Wi-Fi connection] when prompted. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 515 Camera/smart device: Turn the camera on when prompted to do so by the smart device. Do not tap [Next] until you have completed the next step. Camera: Select [Connect to smart device] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the setup menu, then highlight [Establish Wi-Fi connection] and press J .
  • Page 516 Smart device: Return to the smart device and tap [Next]. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 517 Smart device: After reading the instructions displayed by the smart device, tap [Open the device settings app]. • Android devices: Wi-Fi settings will be displayed. • iOS devices: The “Settings” app will launch. Tap [< Settings] to open [Settings], then scroll up and tap [Wi-Fi], which you’ll find near the top of the settings list.
  • Page 518 Smart device: Enter the SSID and password displayed by the camera in Step 5. • The prompt displayed by the device varies with model and operating system. - Android device Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 519 - iOS device • You will not be required to enter the password when next you connect to the camera. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 520 Smart device: Return to the SnapBridge app. • Once a Wi-Fi connection is established, Wi-Fi mode options will be displayed. • See online help for information on using the SnapBridge app. Terminating Wi-Fi Mode To end the Wi-Fi connection, tap .

  • Page 521: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    Connecting via Bluetooth Before connecting via Bluetooth for the first time, you will need to pair the camera and smart device as described below. The procedure for iOS differs slightly from that for Android devices. Before Pairing • Enable Bluetooth on the smart device. For details, see the documentation provided with the device.
  • Page 522 ❚❚ Connecting to an Android Device for the First Time: Pairing For information on connecting to iOS devices, see “Connecting to an iOS Device for the First Time: Pairing” ( 0 476). Camera: Select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] in the setup menu, then highlight [Start pairing] and press J .
  • Page 523 Android device: Launch the SnapBridge app. • If this is the first time you have launched the app, tap [Connect to camera]. • If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap [Connect to camera]. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 524 Android device: Tap the camera name. Camera/Android device: Confirm that the camera and Android device display the same authentication code. The authentication code is shown circled in the illustrations. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 525 Camera/Android device: Initiate pairing. • Camera: Press J . • Android device: Tap the button indicated in the illustration. The button in the illustration is labeled [PAIR], but the label may differ depending on the type of device and version of Android you are using.
  • Page 526 Camera/Android device: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete pairing. • Camera: The camera will display the message shown in the illustration when pairing is complete. • Android device: Pairing is complete. Tap [OK] to exit to tab. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 527 Pairing for the First Time • The first time you pair the Android device with a camera after installing the SnapBridge app, you will be prompted to select auto link (auto upload and auto clock and location synchronization) options. • This prompt will not be displayed a second time.
  • Page 528 ❚❚ Connecting to an iOS Device for the First Time: Pairing For information on connecting to Android devices, see “Connecting to an Android Device for the First Time: Pairing” ( 0 470). Camera: Select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] in the setup menu, then highlight [Start pairing] and press J .
  • Page 529 iOS device: Launch the SnapBridge app. • If this is the first time you have launched the app, tap [Connect to camera]. • If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap [Connect to camera]. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 530 iOS device: Tap the camera name. iOS device: Read the pairing instructions. Pairing instructions will be displayed. Read the instructions carefully and tap [Understood]. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 531 iOS device: Tap the camera name again. The iOS device prompt you to select an accessory. Tap the camera name again. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 532 Camera/iOS device: Initiate pairing. • Camera: Press J . • iOS device: Tap the button indicated in the illustration. The button in the illustration is labeled [Pair], but the label may differ depending on the version of iOS you are using. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 533 Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button on the iOS device, the device will display an error message and pairing will fail. Dismiss the SnapBridge app and check that it is not running in the background, then open the iOS “Settings” app and request iOS to “forget”...
  • Page 534 Camera/iOS device: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete pairing. • Camera: The camera will display the message shown in the illustration when pairing is complete. • iOS device: Pairing is complete. Tap [OK] to exit to the tab. Connecting to Smart Devices...
  • Page 535 Pairing for the First Time • The first time you pair the iOS device with a camera after installing the SnapBridge app, you will be prompted to select auto link (auto upload and auto clock and location synchronization) options. • This prompt will not be displayed a second time.
  • Page 536 ❚❚ Connecting to a Paired Device Connecting to a smart device that has already been paired with the camera is quick and easy. Camera: In the setup menu, select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] > [Bluetooth connection], then highlight [Enable] and press J .

  • Page 537: Connecting To Computers Via Wi-Fi

    The Wireless Transmitter Utility Before you will be able to upload images via Wi-Fi, you will need to pair the camera with the computer using Nikon’s Wireless Transmitter Utility software. • Once the devices are paired, you will be able to connect to the computer from the camera.

  • Page 538: Infrastructure And Access-Point Modes

    Infrastructure and Access-Point Modes Either of the following two methods can be used to establish wireless connections between the camera and a computer. ❚❚ Direct Wireless Connection (Access-Point Mode) The camera and computer connect via direct wireless link. The camera acts as a wireless LAN access point, eliminating the need for wireless LAN infrastructure with its...
  • Page 539 ❚❚ Infrastructure Mode The camera connects to a computer on an existing network (including home networks) via a wireless router. The computer can still connect to the Internet while connected to the camera. • To create a new network profile, select [Search for Wi-Fi network] in the connection wizard.

  • Page 540: Connecting In Access-Point Mode

    Connecting in Access-Point Mode Select [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] in the camera setup menu, then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . Highlight [Create profile] and press J . Highlight [Direct connection to PC] and press J . The camera SSID and encryption key will be displayed.
  • Page 541 Establish a connection to the camera. Windows: • Click the wireless LAN icon in the taskbar. • Select the SSID displayed by the camera in Step 3. • When prompted to enter the network security key, enter the encryption key displayed by the camera in Step 3.
  • Page 542 Start pairing. When prompted, launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility on the computer. Select the camera in the Wireless Transmitter Utility. Select the name displayed by the camera in Step 5 and click [Next>]. Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi...
  • Page 543 In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, enter the authentication code displayed by the camera. • The camera will display an authentication code. • Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click [Next>]. Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi...
  • Page 544 Complete the pairing process. • When the camera displays a message stating that pairing is complete, press J . • In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, click [Next>]; you will be prompted to choose a destination folder. For more information, see online help for the Wireless Transmitter Utility.
  • Page 545 Check the connection. When a connection is established, the network SSID will be displayed in green in the camera [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] menu. • If the camera SSID is not displayed in green, connect to the camera via the wireless network list on your computer.

  • Page 546: Connecting In Infrastructure Mode

    Connecting in Infrastructure Mode Select [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] in the camera setup menu, then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . Highlight [Create profile] and press J . Highlight [Search for Wi-Fi network] and press J . The camera will search for networks currently active in the vicinity and list them by name (SSID).
  • Page 547 [Easy Connect] • To connect without entering an SSID or encryption key, press X in Step 3. Next, press J and choose from the following options: Option Description For routers that support push-button WPS. Press [Push-button the WPS button on the router and then press the WPS] camera J button to connect.
  • Page 548 Choose a network. • Highlight a network SSID and press • Encrypted networks are indicated by a u icon. If the selected network is encrypted ( u ), you will be prompted to enter the encryption key. If the network is not encrypted, proceed to Step 6.
  • Page 549 Enter the encryption key. • Press the center of the multi selector and enter the encryption key for the wireless router. • For more information, see the documentation for the wireless router. • Press J when entry is complete. • Press J again to initiate the connection.
  • Page 550 Obtain or select an IP address. • Highlight one of the following options and press J : Option Description Select this option if the network is configured to [Obtain supply the IP address automatically. A automatically] “configuration complete” message will be displayed once an IP address has been assigned.
  • Page 551 Start pairing. When prompted, launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility on the computer. Select the camera in the Wireless Transmitter Utility. Select the name displayed by the camera in Step 7 and click [Next>]. Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi...
  • Page 552 In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, enter the authentication code displayed by the camera. • The camera will display an authentication code. • Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click [Next>]. Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi...
  • Page 553 Complete the pairing process. • When the camera displays a message stating that pairing is complete, press J . • In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, click [Next>]; you will be prompted to choose a destination folder. For more information, see online help for the Wireless Transmitter Utility.
  • Page 554 Check the connection. When a connection is established, the network SSID will be displayed in green in the camera [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] menu. • If the camera SSID is not displayed in green, connect to the camera via the wireless network list on your computer.

  • Page 555: Uploading Pictures

    Uploading Pictures Pictures can be selected for upload during playback. They can also be uploaded automatically as they are taken. Destination Folders By default, images are uploaded to the following folders: • Windows: \Users\(user name)\Pictures\Wireless Transmitter Utility • macOS: /Users/(user name)/Pictures/Wireless Transmitter Utility The destination folder can be selected using the Wireless Transmitter Utility.
  • Page 556 ❚❚ Selecting Pictures for Upload Press the K button on the camera and select full- frame or thumbnail playback. Select a picture and press the i button. Highlight [Select to send to computer] and press J . • A white “send” (priority upload) icon will appear on the picture.
  • Page 557 Deselecting Pictures • Repeat Steps 2–3 to remove transfer marking from selected images. • To remove transfer marking from all pictures, select [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] > [Options] > [Deselect all?] in the setup menu. Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi...
  • Page 558 ❚❚ Uploading Photos as They Are Taken To upload new photos as they are taken, select [On] for [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] > [Options] > [Auto send] in the setup menu. • Upload begins only after the photo has been recorded to the memory card.
  • Page 559 ❚❚ The Transfer Icon Upload status is indicated by the transfer icon. u (white): Send (priority upload) The picture has been manually selected for upload. Pictures marked with this icon will be uploaded before pictures marked W (“send”). W (white): Send The picture has been selected for automatic upload but upload has not yet begun.
  • Page 560 ❚❚ The [Connect to PC (Built-in Wi-Fi)] Status Display The [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] display shows the following: Status: The status of the Pictures/time remaining: The connection to the host. The number of pictures remaining host SSID is displayed in green and the time needed to send when a connection is them.
  • Page 561 Loss of Signal Wireless transmission may be interrupted if the signal is lost. Upload of pictures with “send” marking can be resumed by turning the camera off and then on again once the signal has been re-established. Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi...

  • Page 562: Disconnecting And Reconnecting

    Disconnecting and Reconnecting ❚❚ Disconnecting You can disconnect by: • turning the camera off, • selecting [Disable] for [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the setup menu, or • connecting to a smart device via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Access-Point Mode An error will occur if the computer’s wireless connection is disabled before the camera’s.
  • Page 563 ❚❚ Reconnecting To reconnect to an existing network: • select [Enable] for [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the setup menu. Access-Point Mode Enable camera Wi-Fi before connecting. Multiple Network Profiles If the camera has profiles for more than one network, it will reconnect to the last network used.

  • Page 564: Troubleshooting Built-In Wi-Fi

    Troubleshooting Built-in Wi-Fi Solutions to some common issues are listed below. • Troubleshooting information for the SnapBridge app can be found in the app’s online help, which can be viewed at: https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html • For information on the Wireless Transmitter Utility, see the utility’s online help.
  • Page 565 Problem Solution If [Auto] is selected for [Channel] when you are connecting to a smart device, choose [Manual] and select the channel manually The connection is ( 0 931). unreliable. If the camera is connected to a computer in infrastructure mode, check that the router is set to a channel between 1 and 8 ( 0 933).

  • Page 566: Ethernet

    Ethernet/WT-6 Ethernet Connections and the WT-6 The camera can connect to existing networks via a third-party Ethernet cable inserted in the camera’s Ethernet connector or an optional WT-6 wireless transmitter attached via the peripheral connector. The connection is more reliable than that offered by the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi.

  • Page 567: The Wireless Transmitter Utility

    The Wireless Transmitter Utility Before you will be able to upload images via Wi-Fi, you will need to pair the camera with the computer using Nikon’s Wireless Transmitter Utility software. • Once the devices are paired, you will be able to connect to the computer from the camera.

  • Page 568: What Ethernet And The Wt-6 Can Do For You

    What Ethernet and the WT-6 Can Do for Ethernet and the WT-6 can be used for the following tasks. Upload to FTP Servers or Computers Not only can you copy pictures to computers, you can also upload them to ftp servers ( 0 585).

  • Page 569: Computer-Based Remote Photography (Camera Control Mode)

    Computer-Based Remote Photography (Camera Control Mode) Installing Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately) on a network computer gives you complete control over camera settings and lets you take pictures remotely and save them directly to the computer hard disk ( 0 595). Browser-Based Remote Photography (HTTP Server Mode) Use a web browser to control...

  • Page 570: Camera-Based Remote Photography (Synchronized Release)

    Camera-Based Remote Photography (Synchronized Release) A master camera can be used to control the shutters on one or more remote cameras ( 0 628). The cameras must have WT-6 wireless transmitters attached. Clock Synchronization (Synchronize Date and Time) Synchronize the clocks on two cameras via a network ( 0 633).
  • Page 571 Ethernet Connections Wireless LAN settings are not required when the camera is connected to a network via an Ethernet cable. FTP Servers • Servers can be configured using standard ftp services—including IIS (Internet Information Services)—available with Windows 10 (Enterprise/ Pro/Home), Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.1 (Enterprise/Pro). •...

  • Page 572: Connecting An Ethernet Cable Or Wt-6

    Connecting an Ethernet Cable or WT-6 Connecting an Ethernet Cable Insert the Ethernet cable into the camera’s Ethernet connector. Do not use force or insert the connectors at an angle. Connect the other end of the cable to the computer or router. •...

  • Page 573: Attaching The Wt-6

    Attaching the WT-6 Rotate the peripheral connector cover up out of the way ( and fully insert the connectors on the WT-6 into the camera’s peripheral connector ( ). Rotate the locking wheel to lock the WT-6 in place ( •...

  • Page 574: Creating A Network Profile (Ethernet)

    Creating a Network Profile (Ethernet) Before connecting the camera to a computer or ftp server in [Image transfer], [FTP upload], [Camera control], or [HTTP server] mode, you will need to create a network profile. • Before creating a network profile, select [Enable] for [Wired LAN/WT] >...

  • Page 575: Image Transfer And Camera Control Modes

    Image Transfer and Camera Control Modes Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. In the setup menu, select [Wired LAN/WT], then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . The camera will display a list of network profiles. Highlight [Create profile] and press 2 .
  • Page 576 Highlight [Connection wizard] and press 2 . The connection wizard will start. Manual Configuration Choose [Configure manually] to configure [FTP upload] and [HTTP server] settings manually. Choose [Connection wizard] to create network profiles for use with [Image transfer] and [Camera control]. Choose a connection type.
  • Page 577 Rename the new network profile. • To proceed to IP address selection without renaming the profile, press • The profile name will appear in the [Wired LAN/WT] > [Network settings] list in the camera setup menu. • To rename the profile, press the center of the multi selector.
  • Page 578 Obtain or select an IP address. • Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description Select this option if the network is configured to [Obtain supply the IP address automatically. A automatically] “configuration complete” message will be displayed once an IP address has been assigned.
  • Page 579 Start pairing. When prompted, launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility on the computer. Select the camera in the Wireless Transmitter Utility. Select the name displayed by the camera in Step 7 and click [Next>]. Creating a Network Profile (Ethernet)
  • Page 580 In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, enter the authentication code displayed by the camera. • The camera will display an authentication code. • Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click [Next>]. Creating a Network Profile (Ethernet)
  • Page 581 Complete the pairing process. • When the camera displays a message stating that pairing is complete, press J . • In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, click [Next>]; you will be prompted to choose a destination folder. For more information, see online help for the Wireless Transmitter Utility.
  • Page 582 Exit the wizard. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description [Connect and exit Save the new network profile and connect to wizard] the server. [Exit wizard] Save the new network profile and exit. Connection settings for the camera and computer are now complete.

  • Page 583: Http Server Mode

    HTTP Server Mode Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. In the setup menu, select [Wired LAN/WT], then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . The camera will display a list of network profiles. Highlight [Create profile] and press 2 .
  • Page 584 Highlight [Connection wizard] and press 2 . The connection wizard will start. Manual Configuration Choose [Configure manually] to adjust settings manually. Creating a Network Profile (Ethernet)
  • Page 585 Choose a connection type. Highlight [HTTP server] and press J to display the default profile name. Rename the new network profile. • To proceed to IP address selection without renaming the profile, press • The profile name will appear in the [Wired LAN/WT] >...
  • Page 586 Obtain or select an IP address. • Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description Select this option if the network is configured to [Obtain supply the IP address automatically. A automatically] “configuration complete” message will be displayed once an IP address has been assigned.
  • Page 587 Exit the wizard. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description [Connect and exit Save the new network profile and connect to wizard] the server. [Exit wizard] Save the new network profile and exit. Connection settings for the camera and computer are now complete.

  • Page 588: Ftp Upload Mode

    FTP Upload Mode Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. In the setup menu, select [Wired LAN/WT], then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . The camera will display a list of network profiles. Highlight [Create profile] and press 2 .
  • Page 589 Highlight [Connection wizard] and press 2 . The connection wizard will start. Manual Configuration Choose [Configure manually] to adjust settings manually. Creating a Network Profile (Ethernet)
  • Page 590 Select [FTP upload]. The default profile name will be displayed when you press J . Rename the new network profile. • To proceed to IP address selection without renaming the profile, press • The profile name will appear in the [Wired LAN/WT] >...
  • Page 591 Obtain or select an IP address. • Highlight one of the following options and press J : Option Description Select this option if the network is configured to [Obtain supply the IP address automatically. A automatically] “configuration complete” message will be displayed once an IP address has been assigned.
  • Page 592 Choose the server type. Highlight [FTP] or [SFTP] (secure ftp) and press J . Enter the IP address. • Press the center of the multi selector and enter the server URL or IP address. • Press J when entry is complete. •...
  • Page 593 Log in. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description Select this option if the server does not require a user ID or password. This option can only be used [Anonymous with servers that are configured for anonymous login] login.
  • Page 594 Choose a destination folder. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description Select this option to select the server’s home folder as the destination for pictures uploaded [Home folder] from the camera. A “setup complete” dialog will be displayed if the operation is successful.
  • Page 595 Exit the wizard. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description [Connect and exit Save the new network profile and connect to wizard] the server. [Exit wizard] Save the new network profile and exit. Connection settings for the camera and ftp server are now complete.

  • Page 596: Creating Network Profiles (Wt-6)

    Creating Network Profiles (WT-6) Before connecting the camera to a computer or ftp server in [Image transfer], [FTP upload], [Camera control], or [HTTP server] mode, you will need to create a network profile. • Before creating a network profile, select [Enable] for [Wired LAN/WT] > [Wired LAN/WT functions] in the setup menu.

  • Page 597: Wt-6 Wireless Connection Options

    WT-6 Wireless Connection Options With a WT-6 attached, the camera can connect to computers or ftp servers using any of the following four options. Option Description Connect to computers on existing home [Search for wireless networks or the like via a wireless router. The network] computer can still connect to the Internet while connected to the camera.

  • Page 598: Image Transfer And Camera Control Modes

    Image Transfer and Camera Control Modes Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. In the setup menu, select [Wired LAN/WT], then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . The camera will display a list of network profiles. Highlight [Create profile] and press 2 .
  • Page 599 Highlight [Connection wizard] and press 2 . The connection wizard will start. Manual Configuration Choose [Configure manually] to configure [FTP upload] and [HTTP server] settings manually. Choose [Connection wizard] to create network profiles for use with [Image transfer] and [Camera control]. Choose a connection type.
  • Page 600 Rename the new network profile. • To proceed to IP address selection without renaming the profile, press • The profile name will appear in the [Wired LAN/WT] > [Network settings] list in the camera setup menu. • To rename the profile, press the center of the multi selector.
  • Page 601 Choose a network. • When [Search for wireless network] is selected, the camera will search for networks currently active in the vicinity and list them by name (SSID). • Highlight a network SSID and press J . Encrypted networks are indicated by a u icon. If the selected network is encrypted ( u ), you will be prompted to enter the encryption key.
  • Page 602 Enter the encryption key. • Press the center of the multi selector and enter the encryption key for the wireless router. • For more information, see the documentation for the wireless router. • Press J when entry is complete. • Press J again to initiate the connection.
  • Page 603 Press the WPS button on the router. • Selecting [Push-button WPS] displays a WPS dialog. • Press the WPS button on the router and then press the camera J button to connect. • For more information, see the documentation provided with the router. •...
  • Page 604 Enter a PIN code into the router. • Selecting [PIN-entry WPS] displays a PIN. • Using a computer, enter the PIN on the router. For more information, see the documentation provided with the router. • A confirmation dialog will be displayed when a connection is established.
  • Page 605 Establish a connection to the camera. When [Direct (access point)] is selected, the camera will display an SSID and encryption key. Windows: • Click the wireless LAN icon in the taskbar. • Select the camera SSID. • Enter the camera encryption key when prompted.
  • Page 606 macOS: • Click the wireless LAN icon in the menu bar. • Select the camera SSID. • Enter the camera encryption key when prompted. The computer will initiate a connection to the camera. A pairing dialog will be displayed when a connection is established. Proceed to Step 13. Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)
  • Page 607 Obtain or select an IP address. • Highlight one of the following options and press J : Option Description Select this option if the network is configured to [Obtain supply the IP address automatically. A automatically] “configuration complete” message will be displayed once an IP address has been assigned.
  • Page 608 Start pairing. When prompted, launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility on the computer. Select the camera in the Wireless Transmitter Utility. Select the name displayed by the camera in Step 13 and click [Next>]. Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)
  • Page 609 In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, enter the authentication code displayed by the camera. • The camera will display an authentication code. • Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click [Next>]. Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)
  • Page 610 Complete the pairing process. • When the camera displays a message stating that pairing is complete, press J . • In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, click [Next>]; you will be prompted to choose a destination folder. For more information, see online help for the Wireless Transmitter Utility.
  • Page 611 Exit the wizard. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description [Connect and exit Save the new network profile and connect to wizard] the host. [Exit wizard] Save the new network profile and exit. Wireless network profiles have now been created on both the camera and the computer.

  • Page 612: Http Server Mode

    HTTP Server Mode Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. In the setup menu, select [Wired LAN/WT], then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . The camera will display a list of network profiles. Highlight [Create profile] and press 2 .
  • Page 613 Highlight [Connection wizard] and press 2 . The connection wizard will start. Manual Configuration Choose [Configure manually] to adjust settings manually. Choose a connection type. Highlight [HTTP server] and press J to display the default profile name. Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)
  • Page 614 Rename the new network profile. • To proceed to IP address selection without renaming the profile, press • The profile name will appear in the [Wired LAN/WT] > [Network settings] list in the camera setup menu. • To rename the profile, press the center of the multi selector.
  • Page 615 Choose a network. • When [Search for wireless network] is selected, the camera will search for networks currently active in the vicinity and list them by name (SSID). • Highlight a network SSID and press J . Encrypted networks are indicated by a u icon. If the selected network is encrypted ( u ), you will be prompted to enter the encryption key.
  • Page 616 Enter the encryption key. • Press the center of the multi selector and enter the encryption key for the wireless router. • For more information, see the documentation for the wireless router. • Press J when entry is complete. • Press J again to initiate the connection.
  • Page 617 Press the WPS button on the router. • Selecting [Push-button WPS] displays a WPS dialog. • Press the WPS button on the router and then press the camera J button to connect. • For more information, see the documentation provided with the router. •...
  • Page 618 Enter a PIN code into the router. • Selecting [PIN-entry WPS] displays a PIN. • Using a computer, enter the PIN on the router. For more information, see the documentation provided with the router. • A confirmation dialog will be displayed when a connection is established.
  • Page 619 Establish a connection to the camera. When [Direct (access point)] is selected, the camera will display an SSID and encryption key. Windows: • Click the wireless LAN icon in the taskbar. • Select the camera SSID. • Enter the camera encryption key when prompted.
  • Page 620 macOS: • Click the wireless LAN icon in the menu bar. • Select the camera SSID. • Enter the camera encryption key when prompted. The computer will initiate a connection to the camera. A pairing dialog will be displayed when a connection is established. Proceed to Step 13. Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)
  • Page 621 Obtain or select an IP address. • Highlight one of the following options and press J : Option Description Select this option if the network is configured to [Obtain supply the IP address automatically. A automatically] “configuration complete” message will be displayed once an IP address has been assigned.
  • Page 622 Exit the wizard. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description [Connect and exit Save the new network profile and connect to wizard] the host. [Exit wizard] Save the new network profile and exit. Wireless network profiles have now been created on both the camera and the computer.

  • Page 623: Ftp Upload Mode

    FTP Upload Mode Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. In the setup menu, select [Wired LAN/WT], then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . The camera will display a list of network profiles. Highlight [Create profile] and press 2 .
  • Page 624 Highlight [Connection wizard] and press 2 . The connection wizard will start. Manual Configuration Choose [Configure manually] to adjust settings manually. Select [FTP upload]. The default profile name will be displayed when you press J . Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)
  • Page 625 Rename the new network profile. • To proceed to IP address selection without renaming the profile, press • The profile name will appear in the [Wired LAN/WT] > [Network settings] list in the camera setup menu. • To rename the profile, press the center of the multi selector.
  • Page 626 Choose a network. • When [Search for wireless network] is selected, the camera will search for networks currently active in the vicinity and list them by name (SSID). • Highlight a network SSID and press J . Encrypted networks are indicated by a u icon. If the selected network is encrypted ( u ), you will be prompted to enter the encryption key.
  • Page 627 Enter the encryption key. • Press the center of the multi selector and enter the encryption key for the wireless router. • For more information, see the documentation for the wireless router. • Press J when entry is complete. • Press J again to initiate the connection.
  • Page 628 Press the WPS button on the router. • Selecting [Push-button WPS] displays a WPS dialog. • Press the WPS button on the router and then press the camera J button to connect. • For more information, see the documentation provided with the router. •...
  • Page 629 Enter a PIN code into the router. • Selecting [PIN-entry WPS] displays a PIN. • Using a computer, enter the PIN on the router. For more information, see the documentation provided with the router. • A confirmation dialog will be displayed when a connection is established.
  • Page 630 Establish a connection to the camera. When [Direct (access point)] is selected, the camera will display an SSID and encryption key. Windows: • Click the wireless LAN icon in the taskbar. • Select the camera SSID. • Enter the camera encryption key when prompted.
  • Page 631 macOS: • Click the wireless LAN icon in the menu bar. • Select the camera SSID. • Enter the camera encryption key when prompted. The computer will initiate a connection to the camera. A pairing dialog will be displayed when a connection is established. Proceed to Step 13. Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)
  • Page 632 Obtain or select an IP address. • Highlight one of the following options and press J : Option Description Select this option if the network is configured to [Obtain supply the IP address automatically. A automatically] “configuration complete” message will be displayed once an IP address has been assigned.
  • Page 633 Choose the server type. • Highlight [FTP] or [SFTP] (secure ftp) and press J . • If you selected [Direct (access point)] in Step 6, proceed to Step Enter the IP address. • Press the center of the multi selector and enter the server URL or IP address.
  • Page 634 • Press J again to connect to the ftp server. You will be prompted to choose a login method. Log in. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description Select this option if the server does not require a user ID or password.
  • Page 635 Firewall Settings TCP ports 21 and 32768 through 61000 are used for [FTP], TCP ports 22 and 32768 through 61000 for [SFTP]. File transfer may be blocked if the server firewall is not configured to allow access to these ports. Choose a destination folder.
  • Page 636 Exit the wizard. Highlight one of the following options and press J . Option Description [Connect and exit Save the new network profile and connect to wizard] the ftp server. [Exit wizard] Save the new network profile and exit. Wireless network profiles have now been created on both the camera and the ftp server.

  • Page 637: Upload To Computers And Ftp Servers

    Upload to Computers and FTP Servers Pictures can be selected for upload to a computer or ftp server during playback. They can also be uploaded automatically as they are taken. Connecting to a Computer or FTP Server Connect to a computer or a ftp server via Ethernet or using a wireless transmitter.
  • Page 638 Choose an image transfer or ftp server profile in the [Network settings] display. • Image transfer profiles are indicated by K , ftp server profiles by N . • When you press J , the camera will exit to the [Wired LAN/WT] display and initiate the connection.
  • Page 639 ❚❚ Selecting Pictures for Upload Press the K button on the camera and select full- frame or thumbnail playback. Display or highlight a picture you want to upload. Hold the J button and press the center of the multi selector. •...
  • Page 640 Deselecting Pictures • To deselect a picture, hold the J button and press the center of the multi selector again. • Transfer marking can also be removed using [Select to send (wired LAN/WT)] in the playback i menu. • To remove transfer marking from all pictures, use [Wired LAN/WT] > [Options] >...
  • Page 641 ❚❚ Uploading Photos as They Are Taken To upload new photos as they are taken, select [On] for [Wired LAN/WT] > [Options] > [Auto send] in the setup menu. • Upload begins only after the photo has been recorded to the memory card. Be sure a memory card is inserted in the camera.
  • Page 642 ❚❚ The Transfer Icon Upload status is indicated by the transfer icon. u (white): Send (priority upload) The picture has been manually selected for upload. Pictures marked with this icon will be uploaded before pictures marked W (“send”). W (white): Send The picture has been selected for automatic upload but upload has not yet begun.
  • Page 643 ❚❚ The [Wired LAN/WT] Status Display The [Wired LAN/WT] display shows the following: Pictures/time remaining: The number of pictures remaining and the time needed to send them. The time remaining is an estimate only. Signal strength: Ethernet connections are shown by T . Status: The status of the When the camera is connection to the host.
  • Page 644 Loss of Signal Wireless transmission may be interrupted if the signal is lost. Upload of pictures with “send” marking can be resumed by turning the camera off and then on again once the signal has been re-established. During Upload Do not remove the memory card or disconnect the Ethernet cable or wireless transmitter during upload.
  • Page 645 Connection Status Connection status is shown by the camera network indicator. Network indicator Status • [Disable] selected for [Wired LAN/WT] > [Wired LAN/WT functions] in the setup I (off) menu. • Ethernet cable not connected. K (green) Waiting to connect. H (flashes green) Connected.
  • Page 646 Firewall Settings TCP port 15740 and UDP port 5353 are used for connections to computers. File transfer may be blocked if the server firewall is not configured to allow access to these ports. Voice Memos Voice memos will be included when the associated pictures are transmitted.

  • Page 647: Camera Control

    Camera Control Control the camera from a computer running Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately). Photos are saved directly to the computer instead of to the memory card and can consequently be taken even when no memory card inserted in the camera. •...
  • Page 648 Select [Enable] for [Wired LAN/ WT] > [Wired LAN/WT functions] in the setup menu. • When you press J , the camera will connect using the most recently- used network profile. To connect using a different profile, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, proceed to Step 3.
  • Page 649 Choose a camera control profile in the [Network settings] display. • Camera control profiles are indicated by a L icon. • When you press J , the camera will exit to the [Wired LAN/WT] display and initiate the connection. The network name will be shown in green in the [Wired LAN/WT] display once a connection is...

  • Page 650: The [Wired Lan/Wt] Status Display

    The [Wired LAN/WT] Status Display The [Wired LAN/WT] display shows the following: Status: The status of the connection to the host. The profile name is displayed in green. Errors and error codes are also displayed here ( 0 636). Signal strength: Ethernet connections are shown by % .
  • Page 651 Ethernet Networks Do not disconnect the Ethernet cable or wireless transmitter during upload or while the camera is on. Wireless Networks Response may slow on wireless networks. Connection Status Connection status is shown by the camera network indicator. Network indicator Status •...
  • Page 652 The Viewfinder Display Connection status is also shown in the camera viewfinder. T is displayed when the camera is connected via Ethernet, U when it is connected to a wireless network. The icon will flash if an error occurs. Firewall Settings TCP port 15740 and UDP port 5353 are used for connections to computers.

  • Page 653: Http Server

    HTTP Server View the pictures on the camera memory card or take photographs from the web browser on a computer or smart device. • For more information on system requirements, see “HTTP Server System Requirements” ( 0 608). • Up to five users can access the camera at one time. Only one, however, can take photographs or edit text.
  • Page 654 • When a connection is established, the URL to be used for connection to the camera will appear in the [Wired LAN/WT] display. Choose an http server profile in the [Network settings] display. • HTTP server profiles are indicated by an M icon. •...
  • Page 655 Launch the web browser on the computer or smart device. Enter the camera URL (“http://” followed by the camera IP address) in the browser window address field. • Enter the URL shown in the camera [Wired LAN/WT] display. • A login dialog will be displayed. HTTP Server...
  • Page 656 Enter your user name and password in the web browser login dialog. • The default user name is “nikon” and the default password is blank. • The server home page will be displayed. User Name and Password The user name and password used for login from web browsers can be selected using [Wired LAN/WT] >...
  • Page 657 Click [Language] and choose the desired option. Choose the desired language. HTTP Server...
  • Page 658 Choose [Shooting/Viewer], [Viewer], or [Edit text]. Option Description Control the camera and take pictures remotely from a web browser on a computer or smart device. You can also view pictures ( 0 610, 622). [Shooting/ • Viewer] Only one user can connect at a time. This option is not displayed if another user is currently connected using [Shooting/Viewer] or [Edit text].

  • Page 659: The [Wired Lan/Wt] Status Display

    The [Wired LAN/WT] Status Display The [Wired LAN/WT] display shows the following: Status: The status of the connection to the host. The camera URL is displayed when a connection is established. Errors and error codes are also displayed here ( 0 636). Signal strength: Ethernet connections are shown by % .
  • Page 660 HTTP Server System Requirements Operation has been confirmed with the following systems: Windows Windows 10, Windows 8.1 • Windows 10: Microsoft Edge Browser • Windows 8.1: Internet Explorer 11 macOS macOS version 10.14, 10.13, or 10.12 • macOS version 10.14: Safari 12 •...
  • Page 661 Connection Status Connection status is shown by the camera network indicator. Network indicator Status • [Disable] selected for [Wired LAN/WT] > [Wired LAN/WT functions] in the setup I (off) menu. • Ethernet cable not connected. K (green) Waiting to connect. H (flashes green) Connected.

  • Page 662: Computer, Android, And Ipad Web Browsers

    Computer, Android, and iPad Web Browsers Click or tap to adjust camera settings. • For information on the displays for iPhones, see “iPhone Web Browsers” ( 0 622). HTTP Server...
  • Page 663 ❚❚ The Shooting Window The following controls can be accessed by selecting [Shooting/ Viewer] on the server home page. To display the view through the camera lens in the viewfinder area, tap or click the “live view” button. 1 2 3 10 9 Home button Camera settings...
  • Page 664 Option Description View the exposure indicator, the battery level, and Display panel number of exposures remaining. Camera Adjust settings for photography or movie recording. settings Adjustments are made by clicking or tapping the icons. • Photography: Release the shutter. Shutter- •...
  • Page 665 Enabling Live View on the Camera When the view through the camera lens is displayed in the viewfinder area, pressing the camera a button will display the view through the lens in the camera monitor. Press the a button again to end live view on the camera.
  • Page 666 ❚❚ The Viewer Window The viewer window can be accessed by selecting [Viewer] on the server home page or by clicking or tapping the “view” button in the shooting window. The viewer window offers a choice of thumbnail, film-strip, and full-frame views. Thumbnail View View multiple small (“thumbnail”) images per page.
  • Page 667 Film-Strip View Choose the picture displayed from the thumbnails at the bottom of the window. Full-Frame View Click or tap thumbnails to display pictures full frame. HTTP Server...
  • Page 668 The [Download] Button Click or tap the [Download] button to save the current picture to the computer or smart device. Voice Memos Voice memos are listed as separate files. Movies Movies are indicated by 1 icons. HTTP Server...
  • Page 669 ❚❚ The Text Edit Window Selecting [Edit text] on the server home page displays the text edit window. The text edit window is used to edit the image comments and the copyright and IPTC information stored on the camera. Home button Save button Image comment Logout button...
  • Page 670 Saving Changes Changes are not saved automatically. Click or tap the “save” button to save changes. The “Clear” Button Clicking or tapping the “clear” button immediately deletes the displayed text. The text will be deleted even if you exit without clicking the “save” button.
  • Page 671 [Image Comment] Create a comment that can be appended to subsequent images. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D. Option Description Select ( M ) this option to enable comments. The [Attach current comment will be added to all pictures taken comment] after you click the “save”...
  • Page 672 You will also need to make sure that the artist and copyright fields are blank. • Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the [Copyright information] option. Image Comments •...
  • Page 673 [IPTC] Embed IPTC presets in photographs as they are taken. Option Description Selecting [Auto embed during shooting:] displays a [Auto embed list of IPTC presets. Highlight a preset and click or tap during the “save” button to embed the selected preset in all shooting:] subsequent photos.

  • Page 674: Iphone Web Browsers

    iPhone Web Browsers Tap to adjust camera settings. • For information on computer, Android, or iPad displays, see “Computer, Android, and iPad Web Browsers” ( 0 610). HTTP Server...
  • Page 675 ❚❚ The Shooting Window The following controls can be accessed by selecting [Shooting/ Viewer] on the server home page. Use the “live view” button to initiate live view photography ( C ) or ready the camera for filming ( 1 ). To exit live view, use the “live view” button to turn live view off.
  • Page 676 Enabling Live View on the Camera When the view through the camera lens is displayed in the viewfinder area, pressing the camera a button will display the view through the lens in the camera monitor. Press the a button again to end live view on the camera.
  • Page 677 ❚❚ The Viewer Window The viewer window can be accessed by selecting [Viewer] on the server home page or by tapping the “view” button in the shooting window. The iPhone viewer window offers a choice of thumbnail and full-frame views. Thumbnail View View multiple small (“thumbnail”) images per page.
  • Page 678 Voice Memos Voice memos are listed as separate files. Movies Movies are indicated by 1 icons. Full-Frame View Tap thumbnails to display pictures full frame. Thumbnail view View most recent picture in folder HTTP Server...
  • Page 679 ❚❚ The Text Edit Window Selecting [Edit text] on the server home page displays the text edit window. The text edit window is used to edit the image comments and the copyright and IPTC information stored on the camera. Home button Save button Logout button Image comment ( 0 617)

  • Page 680: Synchronized Release

    Synchronized Release About Synchronized Release Available with D6 and D5 digital cameras, synchronized release groups a master camera with up to ten remote cameras equipped with WT-6 wireless transmitters (available separately) and synchronizes the shutters on the remote cameras with the release on the master camera.

  • Page 681: Using Synchronized Release

    Using Synchronized Release Configure all cameras as follows: In the setup menu, select [Wired LAN/WT] > [Wired LAN/ WT functions] and choose [Enable]. Select [Choose hardware] > [Wireless LAN]. The camera will return to the [Wired LAN/WT] display when you press J . Select [Network settings], highlight [Synchronized release], and press W ( M ).
  • Page 682 Adjust synchronized release settings. Configure the master and remote cameras as described below. Press 4 to return to the previous display when settings are complete. Option Description Enter a group name for the synchronized cameras. Group names can be up to 16 characters long.
  • Page 683 Option Description Select [On] to check whether the remote cameras are ready. • This option is available only if [Master camera] is selected for [Master/remote] on the current [Remote camera camera. check] • The camera network indicator will flash amber to warn if the number of cameras returning “ready”...
  • Page 684 Take pictures. • Pressing the shutter-release button on the master camera releases the shutters on the remote cameras. • Note that the standby timers will not expire automatically when the cameras are in synchronized release mode. Remote Camera Check If [On] is selected for [Remote camera check], warnings will be displayed if any of the remote cameras are not ready.

  • Page 685: Synchronizing Camera Clocks

    Synchronizing Camera Clocks Synchronize the clocks on two cameras via a network. The clock on one camera (the “remote camera”) is set to the time on the other (the “master camera”). The changes apply to all options in the setup menu [Time zone and date] display. •...
  • Page 686 On the master camera, select [Network settings] > [Synchronize date and time], then highlight [Make this camera the master] and press 2 . • Date synchronization mode will be enabled. • Master camera clock settings will be displayed. On the remote camera, select [Network settings] > [Synchronize date and time], then highlight [Make this camera a remote] and press 2 .
  • Page 687 Press J on the remote camera. • The remote camera clock will be synchronized with the clock on the master camera via the network. • If the operation succeeds, the remote camera will display a message and exit to [Network settings].

  • Page 688: Ethernet/Wireless Transmitter Troubleshooting

    Ethernet/Wireless Transmitter Troubleshooting Refer to this section for information on errors concerning Ethernet connections or the WT-6. Problems and Solutions Solutions to some common issues are listed below. Problem Solution • The camera Connection settings require adjustment. Check settings for the wireless router, ftp server, or host displays a wireless computer and adjust camera settings error.
  • Page 689 Problem Solution “Connecting to PC” Check firewall settings ( 0 519). does not clear from the camera display. The camera displays the message, Connect an Ethernet cable or select [Wireless LAN] for [Choose hardware] ( 0 520, 521). “Ethernet cable is not connected”.

  • Page 690: Error Codes

    Error Codes The following messages and error codes may be displayed if an error occurs while the camera is connected via Ethernet or using a WT-6. “[Wireless error.]” ● Error code Solution Confirm that the device to which you are attempting to connect is on.
  • Page 691 “[PTP/IP error.]” ● Error code Solution Err. 41 Turn the camera off and then on again. “[FTP error.]” ● Error code Solution Confirm that the ftp server address is correct Err. 31 ( 0 945). Check that the login name and password are Err.
  • Page 692 On-Camera Flash Photography “On-Camera” Versus “Remote” You can take pictures using an optional flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe or one or more remote flash units. Camera-Mounted Flash Units Take pictures using a flash unit mounted on the camera.
  • Page 693 Using an On-Camera Flash Mount a flash unit on the camera accessory shoe. See the manual provided with the unit for details. Turn on the camera and flash unit. The flash will begin charging; the flash-ready indicator ( N ) will be displayed in the viewfinder when charging is complete.
  • Page 694 Adjust shutter speed and aperture. Take pictures. Shutter Speed Shutter speed can be set as follows when an optional flash unit is used: Mode Shutter speed P, A Set automatically by camera ( s– s–30 s s–30 s, Bulb, Time * Shutter speed may be set as slow as 30 s if slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, or slow sync with red-eye reduction is selected for flash mode.
  • Page 695 System is attached and set to TTL, the camera uses monitor pre-flashes for balanced or standard “i-TTL fill-flash” flash control. i-TTL flash control is not available with flash units that do not support the Nikon Creative Lighting System. The camera supports the following types of i-TTL flash...
  • Page 696 The Sync Terminal A sync cable can be connected to the sync terminal (which features a JIS-B locking nut) as required. Do not connect another flash unit via a sync cable when performing rear-curtain sync flash photography with a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe.
  • Page 697 Flash Control Mode When a flash unit that supports unified flash control (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.
  • Page 698 • Settings for the SB-5000 can also be adjusted using the controls on the flash unit. Option Description • Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to lighting conditions. • Output can be adjusted using [Flash compensation [TTL] (TTL)]. In the cases of the SB-500, SB-400, and SB-300, flash compensation can be adjusted by holding the W ( M ) button and rotating the sub-command dial.
  • Page 699 Option Description • Choose the flash level manually. • [Manual] Flash output is selected using [Manual output amount]. • The flash fires repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a multiple-exposure effect. • Use [Repeating flash] > [Output] to adjust flash output and [Times] to choose the number of times [Repeating the unit fires.
  • Page 700 Flash Modes The options available vary with the exposure mode. Available Option Description This mode is recommended in most situations. In modes P and A, [Fill flash] shutter speed will automatically be (front-curtain P, S, A, M set to values between s (or sync) s with Auto FP High-Speed...
  • Page 701 Available Option Description As for “fill flash”, except that shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light. [Slow sync] P, A • Note that photos may be prone to blurring due to camera shake at slow shutter speeds.
  • Page 702 Available Option Description The flash fires just before the shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of light behind moving light sources. • Selecting mode P or A after [Rear-curtain choosing this option sets the flash P, S, A, M sync] mode to slow sync.
  • Page 703 Choosing a Flash Mode Hold the W ( M ) button and rotate the main command dial. • The selected option is displayed in the top control panel. Fill flash Red-eye reduction Slow sync Red-eye reduction with slow 1, 3 sync Rear-curtain sync Flash off...
  • Page 704 1 Y icon flashes if flash unit does not support red-eye reduction. 2 Not available in modes S and M. Fill flash is selected instead. 3 Not available in modes S and M. Red-eye reduction is selected instead. 4 In modes P and A, slow rear-curtain sync will be selected as shown when the W ( M ) button is released.
  • Page 705 Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to deliberately alter flash output, for example in order to change the brightness of the subject relative to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, reduced to prevent glare, or otherwise fine-tuned to produce the desired result.
  • Page 706 • In general, choose positive values for brighter lighting, negative values to ensure that the subject is not too brightly lit. • At values other than ±0.0, a Y icon will appear in the viewfinder and top control panel. • Flash compensation can be viewed in the top control panel and viewfinder by pressing the W ( M ) button.
  • Page 707 FV Lock This feature is used to lock flash output for CLS-compatible flash units, letting you take multiple photos or recompose shots without changing the flash level. Your subject need not be in the center of the frame, giving you more freedom when composing shots.
  • Page 708 Turn the flash unit on and choose a flash control mode of monitor pre-flash q A or A. • If you are using an SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300 mounted on the camera accessory shoe, choose [TTL] or [Auto external flash] for [Flash control] > [Flash control mode].
  • Page 709 Lock flash level. • After confirming that the flash-ready indicator ( N ) appears in the viewfinder, press the [FV lock] control; the flash unit will emit a monitor pre-flash to determine the appropriate flash level. • Flash output will lock and an FV lock icon ( r ) will appear in the viewfinder.
  • Page 710 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictures can be taken without releasing FV lock. Repeat Steps 6 to 7 to take additional shots. Release FV lock. Press the [FV lock] control to release FV lock and confirm that the FV lock icon ( r ) is no longer displayed in the viewfinder.
  • Page 711 Flash Info for On-Camera Units When a unit that supports unified flash control (the SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300) is mounted on the camera accessory shoe, flash info can be viewed in the camera display. To view flash info during viewfinder photography, press the R button to activate the information display ( 0 1026) and then press the R button again.
  • Page 712 Flash Control Mode Displays ❚❚ TTL Flash-ready indicator ( 0 641) Bounce icon (displayed if flash head is tilted up, left, or right) Zoom head position warning (displayed if zoom head is not in correct position) Flash control mode ( 0 645) FP indicator ( 0 836) TTL flash compensation ( 0 645)
  • Page 713 ❚❚ Auto External Flash Flash control mode ( 0 645) FP indicator ( 0 836) Auto external flash compensation ( 0 645) ❚❚ Distance-Priority Manual Flash control mode ( 0 645) FP indicator ( 0 836) Distance-priority manual flash compensation ( 0 645) Distance ( 0 645) ❚❚...
  • Page 714 ❚❚ Repeating Flash Flash control mode ( 0 645) Output ( 0 645) Times ( 0 645) Frequency ( 0 645) Flash Info and Camera Settings The flash information display shows select camera settings, including exposure mode, shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity. Changing Flash Settings Flash settings can be changed by pressing the i button in the flash info display.
  • Page 715 Remote Flash Photography What Is Remote Flash Photography? Take pictures with one or more remote flash units using wireless flash control (Advanced Wireless Lighting, or AWL). For information on using a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe, see “On-Camera Flash Photography” ( 0 640). Throughout this chapter, operations involving an accessory connected to the camera are indicated by C , operations involving remote flash units by f .
  • Page 716 Using Remote Flash Units Remote flash units can be controlled via: • ( 0 665), radio signals • optical signals from a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe ( 0 680), • radio signals, with additional lighting provided by a shoe-mounted flash unit ( 0 679), or •...
  • Page 717 Radio AWL Remote flash control provided via radio signals from a WR-R10 connected to the camera is termed “radio Advanced Wireless Lighting”, or “radio AWL”. Radio AWL is available with SB-5000 flash units. Establishing a Wireless Connection Before using radio AWL, establish a wireless connection between the WR-R10 and the remote flash units.
  • Page 718 Be sure to update the firmware for the optional WR-R10 wireless remote controller to version 3.0 or later before using radio AWL. For information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area. C : Choose a channel for the WR-R10.
  • Page 719 C : Choose a link mode for the WR-R10. Select [Wireless remote (WR) options] > [Link mode] in the camera setup menu and choose from the following options: Option Description The camera connects only to devices with which it has previously been paired.
  • Page 720 f : Establish a wireless connection between the WR-R10 and the remote flash units. • Set the remote units to radio AWL remote mode. • Set the remote units to the channel you selected for the WR-R10 in Step 3. •...
  • Page 721 f : Confirm that the flash-ready lights for all flash units are lit. In radio AWL, the flash-ready indicator will light in the camera viewfinder or flash information display when all flash units are ready. Listing Remote Flash Units To view the flash units currently controlled using radio AWL, select [Flash control] >...
  • Page 722 Remote Flash Photography Settings are adjusted using [Flash control] > [Remote flash control] in the photo shooting menu. Choose a remote flash control mode and take pictures as described below. ❚❚ Group Flash Select this item if you want to adjust settings separately for the flash units in each group.
  • Page 723 C : Choose a flash control mode and flash level. • Choose a flash control mode and flash level for the flash units in each group. • The following options are available: Option Description i-TTL flash control. Auto aperture. Available only with compatible flash units.
  • Page 724 C / f : Compose the shot and arrange the flash units. • See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • Test-fire the units and confirm that they are functioning normally. To test-fire the units, press the i button in the flash info display, highlight [ N Test flash], and press J ( 0 697).
  • Page 725 ❚❚ Quick Wireless Control Select this item to control the relative balance between the remote flash units in groups A and B and adjust flash output for group C. Output for group C is adjusted manually. C : Select [Quick wireless control] for [Flash control] >...
  • Page 726 C : Adjust quick wireless control settings. • Choose the balance between groups A and B. • Adjust flash compensation for groups A and B. • Adjust settings for group C: - Select [M] to enable or [––] to disable the units in group C. - When [M] is selected, the units in group C will fire at the chosen output.
  • Page 727 f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A, B, or C). • The master flash can control up to 18 flash units in any combination. C / f : Compose the shot and arrange the flash units.
  • Page 728 ❚❚ Remote Repeating The flash units fire repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a multiple-exposure effect. C : Select [Remote repeating] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control]. C : Highlight [Remote repeating options] in the [Flash control] display and press 2 . Radio AWL...
  • Page 729 C : Adjust remote repeating options. • Adjust “output”, “times”, and “frequency”. • Enable or disable selected groups. - Select [ON] to enable the selected group, [––] to disable the selected group. f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A–F) for each of the remote flash units.
  • Page 730 C / f : Compose the shot and arrange the flash units. • See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • Test-fire the units and confirm that they are functioning normally. To test-fire the units, press the i button in the flash info display, highlight [ N Test flash], and press J ( 0 697).
  • Page 731 Adding a Shoe-Mounted Flash Unit Radio-controlled flash units ( 0 665) can be combined with any of the following flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe: • SB-5000: Before attaching the flash unit, set it to radio-controlled master flash mode (a d icon will appear at the top left corner of the display) and choose group or remote-repeating flash control.
  • Page 732 (optical AWL). For information on compatible flash units, see “The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)” ( 0 1051). • If the flash unit in question is an SB-5000 or SB-500, settings can be adjusted from the camera.
  • Page 733 Using Optical AWL with the SB-5000 or SB-500 Mount the flash unit on the camera accessory shoe. Select [Optical AWL] for [Flash control] > [Wireless flash options] in the photo shooting menu and choose a remote flash control mode (the SB-500 supports only [Group flash]).
  • Page 734 ❚❚ Group Flash Select this item if you want to adjust settings separately for the flash units in each group. C : Select [Group flash] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control]. C : Highlight [Group flash options] in the [Flash control] display and press 2 .
  • Page 735 C : Adjust flash output and choose the channel and flash control mode. • Choose the flash control mode and flash level for the master flash and the remote flash units in each group. • The following options are available: Option Description i-TTL flash control.
  • Page 736 f : Choose a channel for the remote flash units. Set the remote flash units to the channel selected for [Channel] in Step 3. f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A, B, or C). • If you are using an SB-500 as the master flash, choose from groups A and B.
  • Page 737 C / f : Take the photograph after confirming that the flash-ready lights for all flash units are lit. Optical AWL...
  • Page 738 ❚❚ Quick Wireless Control (SB-5000 Only) Select this item to control the relative balance between the remote flash units in groups A and B and adjust flash output for group C. Output for group C is adjusted manually. C : Select [Quick wireless control] for [Flash control] >...
  • Page 739 C : Adjust quick wireless control settings. • Choose the balance between groups A and B. • Adjust flash compensation for groups A and B. • Adjust settings for group C: - Select [M] to enable or [––] to disable the units in group C. - When [M] is selected, the units in group C will fire at the chosen output.
  • Page 740 • Choose the channel. - For [Channel], choose the channel (1–4) the master flash will use for optical remote flash control. - If the remote flash units include an SB-500, you must choose channel [3]. f : Choose a channel for the remote flash units. Set the remote flash units to the channel selected for [Channel] in Step 3.
  • Page 741 C / f : Compose the shot and arrange the flash units. • See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • Test-fire the units and confirm that they are functioning normally. To test-fire the units, press the test button on the master flash or press the i button in the flash info display and select [ N Test flash] ( 0 697).
  • Page 742 ❚❚ Remote Repeating (SB-5000 Only) The flash units fire repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a multiple-exposure effect. C : Select [Remote repeating] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control]. C : Highlight [Remote repeating options] in the [Flash control] display and press 2 .
  • Page 743 C : Adjust remote repeating options. • Adjust “output”, “times”, and “frequency”. • Enable or disable selected groups. - Select [ON] to enable the selected group, [––] to disable the selected group. • Choose the channel. - For [Channel], choose the channel (1–4) the master flash will use for optical remote flash control.
  • Page 744 f : Choose a channel for the remote flash units. Set the remote flash units to the channel selected for [Channel] in Step 3. f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A, B, or C). • There is no limit on the number of remote flash units that may be used.
  • Page 745 C / f : Take the photograph after confirming that the flash-ready lights for all flash units are lit. Optical AWL • Position the sensor windows on the remote flash units to pick up the light from the master flash. Particular care is required if the master flash is mounted on a hand-held camera.
  • Page 746 Optical/Radio AWL For simultaneous optical and radio AWL, attach a WR-R10 and mount an SU-800 or a master flash that supports optical flash control (the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, or SB-500) on the accessory shoe. • Establish connections between the WR-R10 and all radio- controlled flash units ( 0 665).
  • Page 747 Flash Info for Remote Units The camera can display flash info for a SB-5000 or SB-500 flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe and configured as a master flash for optical AWL, as well as for remote flash units controlled via radio AWL using a WR-R10.
  • Page 748 ❚❚ Quick Wireless Control Flash-ready indicator Remote flash control ( 0 777) FP indicator ( 0 836) Remote flash control mode ( 0 776) A:B ratio ( 0 673, 686) Flash compensation ( 0 673, 686) Group C flash control mode and flash level (output;...
  • Page 749 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 both icons together. Optical AWL channel for joint optical and radio AWL is displayed only when SB-500 is used as master flash.
  • Page 750 Menu Guide Defaults The defaults for the playback, photo shooting, movie shooting, Custom Settings, and setup menus are listed below. Playback Menu Defaults Playback menu option Default [Delete] — [Playback folder] [Playback display options] [Focus point] [Exposure info] [Highlights] [RGB histogram] [Shooting data] [Overview] [None (image only)]...
  • Page 751 Playback menu option Default [Delete images from both slots] Yes (confirmation required) [Dual-format recording PB slot] Slot 1 [Filtered playback criteria] [Protect] [Rating] [Select to send (wired LAN/WT)] [Image review] [After delete] Show next [After burst, show] Last image in burst [Rotate tall] [Copy image(s)] —...
  • Page 752 Photo Shooting Menu Defaults Photo shooting menu option Default [Photo shooting menu bank] [Extended photo menu banks] [Storage folder] [Rename] NC_D6 [Select folder by number] [Select folder from list] — [File naming] [Role played by card in Slot 2] Overflow [Image area] [Choose image area] FX (36×24)
  • Page 753 Photo shooting menu option Default [NEF (RAW) recording] [NEF (RAW) compression] Lossless compressed [NEF (RAW) bit depth] 14-bit [ISO sensitivity settings] [ISO sensitivity] [Auto ISO sensitivity control] [Maximum sensitivity] 102400 [Maximum sensitivity with N ] Same as without flash [Minimum shutter speed] Auto Auto: Keep white (reduce [White balance]...
  • Page 754 Photo shooting menu option Default [High ISO NR] Normal [Vignette control] Normal [Diffraction compensation] [Auto distortion control] [Flicker reduction] [Flicker reduction setting] Disable [Flicker reduction indicator] [Flash control] [Flash control mode] [Wireless flash options] [Remote flash control] Group Flash [Auto bracketing] [Auto bracketing set] AE &...
  • Page 755 Photo shooting menu option Default [Multiple exposure] [Multiple exposure mode] [Number of shots] [Overlay mode] Average [Save individual images (NEF)] [Overlay shooting] [Select first exposure (NEF)] — [HDR (high dynamic range)] [HDR mode] [Exposure differential] Auto [Smoothing] Normal [Save individual images (NEF)] Defaults...
  • Page 756 Photo shooting menu option Default [Interval timer shooting] [Choose start day/time] [Interval] 1 min [Intervals×shots/interval] 0001×1 [Exposure smoothing] [Silent photography] [Interval priority] [Focus before each shot] [Options] [Starting storage folder] [New folder] [Reset file numbering] Defaults...
  • Page 757 Photo shooting menu option Default [Time-lapse movie] [Interval] [Shooting time] 25 min [Exposure smoothing] [Silent photography] [Image area] [Choose image area] [Auto DX crop] [Frame size/frame rate] 1920x1080; 60p [Interval priority] [Focus before each shot] [Destination] Slot 1 Defaults...
  • Page 758 Photo shooting menu option Default [Focus shift shooting] [No. of shots] [Focus step width] [Interval until next shot] [First-frame exposure lock] [Silent photography] [Starting storage folder] [New folder] [Reset file numbering] [Silent live view photography] Defaults...
  • Page 759 Movie Shooting Menu Defaults Movie shooting menu option Default [Reset movie shooting menu] — [File naming] [Destination] Slot 1 [Image area] [Choose image area] [Auto DX crop] [Frame size/frame rate] 1920x1080; 60p [Movie quality] High quality [Movie file type] [ISO sensitivity settings] [Maximum sensitivity] 102400 [Auto ISO control (mode M)]...
  • Page 760 Movie shooting menu option Default [Set Picture Control] Same as photo settings [Manage Picture Control] — [Active D-Lighting] [High ISO NR] Normal [Diffraction compensation] [Flicker reduction] Auto [Electronic VR] [Microphone sensitivity] Auto [Attenuator] Disable [Frequency response] Wide range [Wind noise reduction] [Headphone volume] [Timecode] [Record timecodes]...
  • Page 761 Custom Settings Menu Defaults Custom Settings menu option Default [Custom settings bank] [AF-C priority selection] Release [AF-S priority selection] Focus [Focus tracking with lock-on] [Blocked shot AF response] [Subject motion] Steady [Focus points used] 105 points [Store points by orientation] [AF activation] Shutter/AF-ON [Out-of-focus release]...
  • Page 762 Custom Settings menu option Default a12 [Auto-area AF starting point] Disable a13 [Focus point persistence] Auto a14 [Limit AF-area mode selection] M (fixed) [Single-point AF] [Dynamic-area AF (9 points)] [Dynamic-area AF (25 points)] [Dynamic-area AF (49 points)] [Dynamic-area AF (105 points)] [3D-tracking] [Group-area AF] [Group-area AF (C1)]...
  • Page 763 Custom Settings menu option Default a18 [Manual focus ring in AF mode] Enable [ISO sensitivity step value] 1/3 step [EV steps for exposure cntrl] 1/3 step [Exp./flash comp. step value] 1/3 step [Easy exposure compensation] [Matrix metering] Face detection on [Center-weighted area] φ12 mm [Fine-tune optimal exposure]...
  • Page 764 Custom Settings menu option Default [Monitor off delay] [Playback] 10 s [Menus] 1 min [Information display] 10 s [Image review] [Live view] 10 min [Continuous shooting speed] [Continuous high-speed] 14 fps [Continuous low-speed] 5 fps [Quiet shutter release] Single frame [Max.
  • Page 765 Custom Settings menu option Default [Sync. release mode options] Sync [Exposure delay mode] [Electronic front-curtain shutter] Disable [Extended shutter speeds (M)] [Limit selectable image area] M (fixed) [FX (36x24)] [1.2x (30x20)] [DX (24x16)] [5:4 (30x24)] [1:1 (24x24)] [16:9 (36x20)] [File number sequence] d10 [Peaking highlights] [Peaking level] [Peaking highlight color]...
  • Page 766 Custom Settings menu option Default d14 [Live view in continuous mode] d15 [Optical VR] [Flash sync speed] 1/250 s [Flash shutter speed] 1/60 s [Exposure comp. for flash] Entire frame [Auto N ISO sensitivity control] Subject and background [Flash burst priority] Prioritize precise flash control [Modeling flash]...
  • Page 767 Custom Settings menu option Default [Customize i menu] Set Picture Control, Color space, Photo shooting menu bank, Select custom settings bank, Flash mode, Metering, Wired LAN/WT, Active D-Lighting, Autofocus mode, AF-area mode, Focus tracking with lock-on, Custom controls Defaults...
  • Page 768 Custom Settings menu option Default [Customize i menu (Lv)] Set Picture Control, Color space, Peaking highlights, Split-screen display zoom, Flash mode, Metering, Wired LAN/WT, Active D-Lighting, Autofocus mode, AF-area mode, Photo live view display WB, Custom controls Defaults...
  • Page 769 Custom Settings menu option Default [Custom controls] [Preview button] Preview [Fn1 button] Choose image area [Fn2 button] Preview [Fn button for vertical AE lock (Reset on release) shooting] [Fn3 button] Voice memo [AF-ON button] AF-ON [Sub-selector] Focus point selection [Sub-selector center] AE/AF lock [AF-ON button for vertical Same as AF-ON button...
  • Page 770 Custom Settings menu option Default [Multi selector center button] [Viewfinder photography] Select center focus point [Live view] Select center focus point [Playback mode] Zoom on/off [Zoom on/off] 1 : 1 (100%) [Shutter spd & aperture lock] [Shutter speed lock] [Aperture lock] [Customize command dials] Exposure compensation: U , [Reverse rotation]...
  • Page 771 Custom Settings menu option Default [Multi selector] Do nothing [Release button to use dial] [Reverse indicators] f10 [Live view button options] Enable f11 [ D switch] LCD backlight ( D ) f12 [Full-frame playback flicks] [Flick up] None [Flick down] None [Flick advance direction] Right...
  • Page 772 Custom Settings menu option Default [Customize i menu] Set Picture Control, White balance, Frame size and rate/Image quality, Microphone sensitivity, Wind noise reduction, Metering, Wired LAN/WT, Electronic VR, Autofocus mode, AF-area mode, Destination, Custom controls [Custom controls] [Preview button] None [Fn1 button] None [Fn2 button]...
  • Page 773 Custom Settings menu option Default [Multi selector center button] Select center focus point [Highlight display] [Display pattern] [Highlight display threshold] Defaults...
  • Page 774 Setup Menu Defaults Setup menu option Default [Format memory card] — (Varies with country or [Language] region of purchase) [Time zone and date] (Varies with country or [Time zone] region of purchase) [Date and time] — (Varies with country or [Date format] region of purchase) [Daylight saving time]...
  • Page 775 Setup menu option Default [AF fine-tuning options] [AF fine-tune on/off] [Fine-tune and save lens] — [Default] — [List saved values] — [Choose value for current lens] — [Non-CPU lens data] [Lens number] [Focal length (mm)] — [Maximum aperture] — [Clean image sensor] [Clean at startup/shutdown] Clean at startup &...
  • Page 776 Setup menu option Default [Copyright Information] [Attach copyright information] [IPTC] [Edit/save] — [Delete] — [Auto embed during shooting] [Load/save] — [Voice memo options] [Voice memo] [Voice memo overwrite] Disable [Voice memo control] Press and hold [Audio output] Speaker/headphones [Beep options] [Beep on/off] [Volume] [Pitch]...
  • Page 777 Setup menu option Default [Touch controls] [Enable/disable touch controls] Enable [Glove mode] Disabled [HDMI] [Output resolution] Auto [Advanced] [Output range] Auto [Live view on-screen display] [Dual monitor] [External recording control] [Location data (built-in)] [Record location data] [Standby timer] Enable [Set clock from satellite] [Create log] —...
  • Page 778 Setup menu option Default [Wireless remote (WR) options] [LED lamp] [Link mode] Pairing [Assign remote (WR) Fn button] None [Airplane mode] Disable [Connect to smart device] [Pairing (Bluetooth)] [Bluetooth connection] Disable [Select to send (Bluetooth)] [Auto select to send] [Wi-Fi connection] —...
  • Page 779 Setup menu option Default [Connect to PC (built-in Wi-Fi)] [Wi-Fi connection] Disable [Network settings] — [Options] [Auto send] [Delete after send] [Send file as] NEF (RAW) + JPEG [JPEG+JPEG slot selection] Slot 1 [Deselect all?] — [MAC address] — Defaults...
  • Page 780 Setup menu option Default [Wired LAN/WT] [Wired LAN/WT functions] Disable [Choose hardware] Wired LAN [Network settings] — [Options] [Auto send] [Delete after send] [Send file as] NEF (RAW) + JPEG [JPEG+JPEG slot selection] Slot 1 [Overwrite if same name] [Protect if marked to send] [Send marking] [Send folder] —...
  • Page 781 Setup menu option Default [Battery info] — [Slot empty release lock] Enable release [Save/load menu settings] — [Reset all settings] — [Firmware version] — Defaults...
  • Page 782 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, select the D (playback menu) tab in the camera menus. The playback menu contains the following items: Item Item [Delete] [Image review] [Playback folder] [After delete] [Playback display options] [After burst, show] [Delete images from both [Rotate tall]...
  • Page 783 Delete G button U D playback menu Delete multiple images. For more information, see “Deleting Multiple Pictures” ( 0 431). Option Description [Selected Delete selected pictures. images] [Candidates Delete pictures rated d (candidate for deletion). for deletion] [Images shot on selected Delete all pictures taken on selected dates.
  • Page 784 Playback Folder G button U D playback menu Choose a folder for playback. Option Description Pictures in all folders with the selected name will be visible during playback. Folders can be renamed (Folder name) using the [Storage folder] > [Rename] option in the photo shooting menu.
  • Page 785 Playback Display Options G button U D playback menu Choose whether the focus points used when the photograph was taken are displayed during full-frame playback. You can also choose the types of photo information that can be viewed during full-frame playback. •...
  • Page 786 Delete Images from Both Slots G button U D playback menu Choose whether deleting a copy of a picture recorded to both memory cards with either [Backup] or a dual-format option ([RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2] or [JPEG Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2]) selected for [Role played by card in Slot 2] in the photo shooting menu also deletes the remaining copy.
  • Page 787 Dual-Format Recording PB Slot G button U D playback menu Choose the slot from which dual-format pictures recorded with [RAW Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2] or [JPEG Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2] selected for [Role played by card in Slot 2] in the photo shooting menu are played back.
  • Page 788 After Delete G button U D playback menu Choose the picture displayed after an image is deleted. Option Description • The following picture is displayed. • S [Show next] If the deleted image was the last picture, the preceding picture will be displayed. •...
  • Page 789 After Burst, Show G button U D playback menu Choose whether the photo displayed immediately after a burst of shots is taken in continuous mode is the first or last shot in the burst. • This option takes effect only when [Off] is selected for [Image review].
  • Page 790 Rotate Tall G button U D playback menu If [On] is selected, “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures will be automatically rotated for display during playback. Rotate Tall Images are not rotated automatically during image review even when [On] is selected for [Rotate tall]. Copy Image(s) G button U D playback menu Copy pictures from one memory card to another when two...
  • Page 791 Copying Pictures Choose [Select source]. Highlight [Select source] and press 2 to display [Select source] options. Select the card containing the pictures to be copied. Highlight the slot for the card containing the pictures to be copied and press J to select the highlighted slot and return to the [Copy image(s)] menu.
  • Page 792 Choose [Select image(s)]. Highlight [Select image(s)] and press 2 to view the [Select image(s)] display. Select the source folder. • Highlight the folder containing the images to be copied and press 2 to display the [Images selected by default] menu. •...
  • Page 793 Make the initial selection. Choose the pictures that will be selected by default. Option Description None of the pictures in the chosen folder will be selected by default. [Deselect all] • Choose this option when you want to select pictures individually. All of the pictures in the chosen folder will be selected by default.
  • Page 794 Select additional images. • Highlight pictures and press the center of the multi selector to select; selected pictures are marked with a check ( L ). To deselect the current picture, press the center of the multi selector again; the check ( L ) will no longer be displayed.
  • Page 795 Choose a destination folder. Choose one of the following options and press 2 . Option Description Enter the number of the destination folder [Select ( 0 756). If the folder with folder by the selected number does number] not already exist, a new folder will be created.
  • Page 796 Select the chosen folder. After entering a folder number or highlighting the folder name, press J to select the folder and return to the [Copy image(s)] menu. Choose [Copy image(s)?]. Highlight [Copy image(s)?] and press J to display a confirmation dialog.
  • Page 797 Copying Pictures • Pictures will not be copied if there is insufficient space on the destination card. • If the destination folder contains a file with the same name as one of the pictures to be copied, a confirmation dialog will be displayed.
  • Page 798 Hide Image G button U D playback menu Hidden pictures are visible only in the “hide image” menu. Choose [Select/set]. Highlight [Select/set] and press 2 to display a picture-selection dialog. Select pictures. • Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the center of the multi selector to select.
  • Page 799 Save changes. Press J to complete the operation. Hidden Pictures • Hidden pictures will be deleted when the memory card is formatted. • Revealing a protected image will also remove protection from the image. Revealing All Hidden Pictures To reveal all pictures hidden using [Hide image], choose [Deselect all] in the [Hide image] display.
  • Page 800 Slide Show G button U D playback menu View a slide show; pictures are displayed in the order recorded. The pictures in the folder currently selected for [Playback folder] ( 0 732) will be displayed one-by-one in the order recorded. Pictures hidden using [Hide image] ( 0 746) are not displayed.
  • Page 801 The following operations can be performed while the show is in progress: Description Press 4 to return to the previous frame, 2 to skip to Skip back/skip ahead the next frame. Press 1 or 3 to choose the photo info displayed. To View additional photo info hide photo info, select [None (image only)].
  • Page 802 C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To view the photo shooting menu, select the C tab in the camera menus. The photo shooting menu contains the following items: Item Item [Photo shooting menu [ISO sensitivity settings] bank] [White balance] [Extended photo menu [Set Picture Control] banks]...
  • Page 803 Item Item [Flicker reduction] [Interval timer shooting] [Flash control] [Time-lapse movie] [Auto bracketing] [Focus shift shooting] [Multiple exposure] [Silent live view photography] [HDR (high dynamic range)] 779 C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options...
  • Page 804 Photo Shooting Menu Bank G button U C photo shooting menu Photo shooting menu options are stored in one of four banks (banks “A” through “D”). Changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. Note, however, that changes to [Extended photo menu banks], [White balance] presets, [Multiple exposure], [Interval timer shooting], [Time-lapse movie], and [Focus shift shooting] apply to all banks.
  • Page 805 Renaming Photo Shooting Menu Banks A descriptive caption can be added to the bank name (“A”, “B”, “C”, or “D”) by highlighting the bank and pressing 2 . Captions can be up to 20 characters long. Restoring Default Settings You can restore default settings for a selected photo shooting menu bank.
  • Page 806 Extended Photo Menu Banks G button U C photo shooting menu Select [On] to include exposure and flash modes, shutter speed (modes S and M only), and aperture (modes A and M only) in the information recorded in each of the four photo shooting menu banks.
  • Page 807 G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the folder in which subsequent pictures will be stored. Folder Folder number 100NC _ D6 D Folder name 2019 1 Renaming Folders The default folder name, which appears after the folder number, is “NC_D6”.
  • Page 808 Select Folder by Number The folder in which subsequent pictures will be stored can be selected by number. If a folder with the specified number does not already exist, a new folder will be created. Choose [Select folder by number]. •...
  • Page 809 Save changes and exit. • If a folder with the selected number already exists, a W , X , or Y icon will be displayed to the left of the folder number. Press J to complete the operation and return to the main menu;...
  • Page 810 Select Folder from List To choose from a list of existing folders: Choose [Select folder from list]. Highlight [Select folder from list] and press 2 to display the [Select folder from list] dialog. Highlight a folder. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a folder. Select the highlighted folder.
  • Page 811 Folder and File Numbers • Once the folder number has reached 999, the camera will stop creating new folders automatically and disable the shutter release if: - the number of files in the folder reaches 5000 (or during movie recording, if camera calculates that the addition of the number of files needed to create a movie of maximum length would bring the total over 5000), or - the file number reaches 9999 (or during movie recording, when...
  • Page 812 File Naming G button U C photo shooting menu Pictures are saved using file names consisting of “DSC_” followed by a four-digit number and a three-letter extension. [File naming] is used to select three letters to replace the “DSC” portion of the file name. For information on text entry, see “Text Entry”...
  • Page 813 Role Played by Card in Slot 2 G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the role played by the card in Slot 2 when two memory cards are inserted in the camera. For more information, see “Using Two Memory Cards” ( 0 308). Image Area G button U C photo shooting menu Adjust image area settings.
  • Page 814 Image Size G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the size, in pixels, of JPEG or NEF (RAW) pictures recorded with the camera. For more information, see “Choosing an Image Size” ( 0 145). NEF (RAW) Recording G button U C photo shooting menu Choose a compression type and bit depth for NEF (RAW) photographs.
  • Page 815 NEF (RAW) Compression Option Description NEF pictures are compressed using a reversible algorithm. The resulting files are about 60% to [Lossless 80% the size of pictures recorded using compressed] [Uncompressed]. Image quality is the same as pictures recorded using [Uncompressed]. NEF images are compressed using a non- reversible algorithm.
  • Page 816 ISO Sensitivity Settings G button U C photo shooting menu Adjust ISO sensitivity settings for photographs. For more information, see “Adjusting the Camera’s Sensitivity to Light (ISO Sensitivity)” ( 0 213). White Balance G button U C photo shooting menu Adjust white balance to match the color of the light source.
  • Page 817 Manage Picture Control G button U C photo shooting menu Save modified Picture Controls as custom Picture Controls. For more information, see “Custom Picture Controls” ( 0 276). Color Space G button U C photo shooting menu The color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction.
  • Page 818 Active D-Lighting G button U C photo shooting menu Preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating pictures with natural contrast. For more information, see “Active D-Lighting” ( 0 281). C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options...
  • Page 819 Long Exposure NR G button U C photo shooting menu Reduce “noise” (bright spots or fog) in photographs taken at slow shutter speeds. Option Description Reduce noise in photographs taken at shutter speeds slower [On] than 1 s. [Off] Long-exposure noise reduction disabled. •...
  • Page 820 High ISO NR G button U C photo shooting menu Photographs taken at high ISO sensitivities can be processed to reduce “noise” (randomly-spaced bright pixels). Option Description [High] Reduce noise in photographs taken at all ISO sensitivities. The higher the sensitivity, the greater the effect. Choose the [Normal] amount of noise reduction performed from [High], [Low]...
  • Page 821 Vignette Control G button U C photo shooting menu Vignette control reduces “vignetting”—a drop in brightness at the edges of a photograph—by an amount that varies from lens to lens. Its effects are most noticeable at maximum aperture. Vignette control applies only to photographs taken with type G, E, and D lenses (PC lenses excluded).
  • Page 822 Diffraction Compensation G button U C photo shooting menu Select [On] to reduce diffraction at small apertures (high f/- numbers). • To apply diffraction compensation to pictures taken with non- CPU lenses, enter the lens data using the [Non-CPU lens data] item in the setup menu.
  • Page 823 Auto Distortion Control G button U C photo shooting menu Select [On] to reduce barrel distortion when shooting with wide-angle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion when shooting with long lenses. • [Auto distortion control] is available only with type G, E, and D lenses.
  • Page 824 Flicker Reduction G button U C photo shooting menu Reduce the effects of flicker from such light sources as fluorescent or mercury-vapor lamps during viewfinder photography. Flicker can cause uneven exposure or (in photographs taken in continuous release modes) inconsistent exposure or coloration.
  • Page 825 Flicker Reduction: Restrictions The [Flicker reduction] item in the photo shooting menu does not take effect under some conditions, including: • during live view photography or when • is selected for release mode, • [On] is selected for [Silent photography] in the respective sub-menu during interval-timer photography, time-lapse movie recording, or focus shift, •...
  • Page 826 Flash Control G button U C photo shooting menu Choose a flash control mode and flash level and adjust other settings for wireless remote flash units or optional flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe. • For information on adjusting settings for optional flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe, see “On-Camera Flash Photography”...
  • Page 827 Flash Control Mode Choose a flash control mode and adjust other settings for SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300 flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe. • The contents of the [Flash control mode] display vary with the options selected. •...
  • Page 828 Wireless Flash Options Adjust settings for simultaneous wireless control of multiple remote flash units. This item is available only when an SB-5000 or SB-500 flash unit or a WR-R10 wireless remote controller is mounted on the camera. Option Description The remote flash units are controlled using low- [Optical intensity flashes emitted by the master flash AWL]...
  • Page 829 Remote Flash Control Choose the remote flash control mode. Flash options can be adjusted in the flash control display; the options available vary with the option selected for [Remote flash control]. Option Description Choose a separate flash control mode for each m [Group flash] group of remote flash units ( 0 670, 682).
  • Page 830 Auto Bracketing G button U C photo shooting menu 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 831 Option Description Choose the amount the selected settings vary with [Increment] each shot when an option other than [ADL bracketing] is selected for [Auto bracketing set]. Choose how Active D-Lighting varies with each shot [Amount] when [ADL bracketing] is selected for [Auto bracketing set].
  • Page 832 Interval Timer Shooting G button U C photo shooting menu Take photographs at the selected interval until the specified number of shots has been recorded. For more information, see “Taking Photos at a Set Interval (Interval Timer Shooting)” ( 0 331). Time-Lapse Movie G button U C photo shooting menu The camera automatically takes photos at selected intervals to...
  • Page 833 Silent Live View Photography G button U C photo shooting menu Enable the electronic shutter during live view photography to mute shutter sounds and eliminate the vibrations produced by the mechanical shutter. For more information, see “The Electronic Shutter (Silent Live View Photography)” ( 0 374). C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options...
  • Page 834 1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options To view the movie shooting menu, select the 1 tab in the camera menus. The movie shooting menu contains the following items: Item Item [Reset movie shooting [Active D-Lighting] menu] [High ISO NR] [File naming] [Diffraction compensation] 789 [Destination]...
  • Page 835 Reset Movie Shooting Menu G button U 1 movie shooting menu Restore movie shooting menu options to their default values. File Naming G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the three-letter prefix used in naming the image files in which movies are stored;...
  • Page 836 Image Area G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the image area for movies. Auto DX Crop Choose whether the camera automatically uses the [DX] image area for movies recorded with a DX lens. Frame Size/Frame Rate G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the movie frame size (in pixels) and frame rate.
  • Page 837 Movie Quality G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose from [High quality] and [Normal]. For more information, see “Frame Size/Frame Rate and Movie Quality” ( 0 294). Movie File Type G button U 1 movie shooting menu Record movies in MOV or MP4 format. •...
  • Page 838 ISO Sensitivity Settings G button U 1 movie shooting menu Adjust the following ISO sensitivity settings for use during filming. Option Description • Choose the upper limit for auto ISO sensitivity control from values between ISO 200 and Hi 5. •...
  • Page 839 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control • “Noise” (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) may increase at high ISO sensitivities. • At high ISO sensitivities, the camera may have difficulty focusing. • The foregoing can be prevented by choosing a lower value for [ISO sensitivity settings] >...
  • Page 840 Set Picture Control G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose a Picture Control for movies. Select [Same as photo settings] to use the option currently selected for photos ( 0 764). Manage Picture Control G button U 1 movie shooting menu Save modified Picture Controls as custom Picture Controls ( 0 765).
  • Page 841 High ISO NR G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce “noise” (randomly-spaced bright pixels) in movies recorded at high ISO sensitivities ( 0 768). Diffraction Compensation G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce diffraction in movies ( 0 770). 1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options...
  • Page 842 Flicker Reduction G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce flicker and banding when shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during live view or movie recording. [Auto], in which the camera chooses the frequency automatically, is recommended in most situations. If [Auto] fails to produce the desired results, select [50 Hz] or [60 Hz] according to the frequency of the local power supply.
  • Page 843 Electronic VR G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose whether to enable electronic vibration reduction during filming. Option Description • Enable electronic vibration reduction during filming. • Electronic vibration reduction is not available at frame sizes of 3840 × 2160 or 1920 × 1080 crop. •...
  • Page 844 Microphone Sensitivity G button U 1 movie shooting menu Turn external microphones or the built-in movie microphone on or off or adjust microphone sensitivity. Option Description [Auto] Microphone sensitivity is adjusted automatically. Adjust microphone sensitivity manually. Choose from values of from [1] to [20]. The higher [Manual] the value, the higher the sensitivity;...
  • Page 845 Attenuator G button U 1 movie shooting menu Select [Enable] to reduce microphone gain and prevent audio distortion when recording movies in loud environments. Frequency Response G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the frequency response of external microphones and the built-in movie microphone.
  • Page 846 Wind Noise Reduction G button U 1 movie shooting menu Select [On] to enable the low-cut filter, reducing noise produced by wind blowing over the built-in microphone when filming movies. Note that other sounds may also be affected. Selecting [On] for [Wind noise reduction] has no effect on optional stereo microphones.
  • Page 847 Timecode G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose whether to record time codes giving the hour, minute, second, and frame number for each frame when recording movies. Time codes are available only with movies recorded in MOV format. Before using this feature, select [Time zone and date] in the setup menu and make sure that the camera clock is set to the correct time and date.
  • Page 848 Option Description • [Record run]: Time codes are incremented only while recording is in progress. [Count-up • [Free run]: Time codes are incremented method] continuously. Time codes continue to be incremented while the camera is off. • [Reset]: Reset the time code to 00:00:00.00. •...
  • Page 849 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To view Custom Settings, select the A tab in the camera menus. Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. The Custom Settings menu is divided into two levels. A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...
  • Page 850 The following Custom Settings are available: Item Item [Custom settings bank] [Custom groupings (C1/C2)] a [Autofocus] [Auto-area AF face [AF-C priority detection] selection] [Auto-area AF starting [AF-S priority point] selection] [Focus point [Focus tracking with persistence] lock-on] [Limit AF-area mode [Focus points used] selection] [Store points by...
  • Page 851 Item Item b [Metering/exposure] d [Shooting/display] [ISO sensitivity step [Continuous shooting value] speed] [EV steps for exposure [Max. continuous cntrl] release] [Exp./flash comp. step [Limit release mode value] selection] [Easy exposure [Sync. release mode compensation] options] [Matrix metering] [Exposure delay mode] [Center-weighted area]...
  • Page 852 Item Item e [Bracketing/flash] f [Controls] [Customize i menu] [Flash sync speed] [Customize i menu [Flash shutter speed] (Lv)] [Exposure comp. for flash] [Custom controls] [Auto N ISO sensitivity [Multi selector center control] button] [Flash burst priority] [Shutter spd & aperture lock] [Modeling flash] [Customize command...
  • Page 853 Item g [Movie] [Customize i menu] [Custom controls] [Multi selector center button] [Highlight display] 1 Items that have been modified from default values are indicated by asterisks (“ U “). 2 Available with compatible lenses only. 3 Available only with compatible AF-P lenses not equipped with a vibration reduction switch.
  • Page 854 Custom Settings Bank G button U A Custom Settings menu Custom Settings are stored in one of four banks (banks “A” through “D”). Changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks using [Custom Settings bank] and adjust settings as desired.
  • Page 855 Restoring Default Settings You can restore default settings for a selected Custom Settings bank. To do so, highlight the bank and press O ( Q ); a confirmation dialog will be displayed. Highlight [Yes] and press J to restore default settings for the selected bank. A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...
  • Page 856 a: Autofocus a1: AF-C Priority Selection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether photos can be taken before the camera focuses when AF-C is selected. Option Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release G [Release] button is pressed (release priority). Photos can be taken even when the camera is not in focus, but if the subject is dark or low contrast and the camera is in continuous-release mode, priority...
  • Page 857 a2: AF-S Priority Selection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether photos can be taken before the camera focuses when AF-S is selected. Option Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release G [Release] button is pressed (release priority). Photos can be taken only when the camera is in F [Focus] focus (focus priority).
  • Page 858 Blocked Shot AF Response Option Description Choose how quickly focus responds when something (Delayed)] passes between the subject and the camera. • Choose [5 (Delayed)] to help maintain focus on your original subject. • Choose [1 (Quick)] to make it easier to shift focus to objects crossing your field of view.
  • Page 859 a4: Focus Points Used G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the number of focus points available for manual focus- point selection when an option other than [Auto-area AF] is selected for AF-area mode during viewfinder photography. [105 points] [27 points] [15 points] •...
  • Page 860 a5: Store Points by Orientation G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether separate focus points and AF-area modes can be selected for “wide” (landscape) orientation, for “tall” (portrait) orientation with the camera rotated 90° clockwise, and for “tall” orientation with the camera rotated 90° counterclockwise.
  • Page 861 • Choose [Focus point] to enable separate focus-point selection. To enable separate selection of both the focus point and the AF-area mode, choose [Focus point and AF-area mode]. A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...
  • Page 862 a6: AF Activation G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the shutter-release button can be used to focus. Option Description [Shutter/ The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is AF-ON] pressed halfway. [AF-ON The camera does not focus when the shutter-release only] button is pressed halfway.
  • Page 863 a7: Single-Point AF Watch Area G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the area from which data are obtained to assist focus when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway with [Single-point AF] or [Dynamic-area AF] selected for AF-area mode. Option Description The camera locates subjects based solely on data from the...
  • Page 864 a9: Group-Area AF Face Detection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the camera detects and focuses on faces when [Group-area AF], [Group-area AF (C1)], or [Group-area AF (C2)] is selected for AF-area mode. a10: Custom Groupings (C1/C2) G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the dimensions of the AF-area groupings for [Group- area AF (C1)] or [Group-area AF (C2)];...
  • Page 865 a12: Auto-Area AF Starting Point G button U A Custom Settings menu Selecting [Enable] lets you use the multi selector to choose the starting focus point when AF-C and [Auto-area AF] are selected respectively for AF mode and AF-area mode. The camera will revert to normal auto-area AF once you have focused on the subject in the selected focus point.
  • Page 866 Option Description The focus point last chosen by the camera before you [Auto] switched AF-area modes remains in effect. [Off] The focus point last chosen by the user is restored. a14: Limit AF-Area Mode Selection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the AF-area modes that can be selected by pressing the AF-mode button and rotating the sub-command dial.
  • Page 867 a15: Autofocus Mode Restrictions G button U A Custom Settings menu Restrict the camera to a single autofocus mode during viewfinder photography. If [AF-S] or [AF-C] is selected, the remaining mode cannot be chosen using the AF-mode button and main command dial.
  • Page 868 Manual Focus Mode Option Description [On] The focus point is displayed at all times in manual focus mode. [Off] The focus point is displayed only during focus-point selection. Focus Point Brightness Choose the brightness of the focus point display in the viewfinder.
  • Page 869 a18: Manual Focus Ring in AF Mode G button U A Custom Settings menu This item is available with compatible lenses only. Choose whether the lens focus ring can be used for manual focus in autofocus mode. Option Description Autofocus can be overridden by rotating the lens focus ring (autofocus with manual override).
  • Page 870 b: Metering/Exposure b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value G button U A Custom Settings menu Select the increments used when making adjustments to ISO sensitivity. If the value currently selected for ISO sensitivity is not available at the chosen setting, ISO sensitivity will be set to the nearest available value.
  • Page 871 b4: Easy Exposure Compensation G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether adjustments to exposure compensation can be made by rotating a command dial without pressing the E button. Option Description Adjustments can be made using only a command dial. [On (Auto Settings selected with a command dial alone are reset reset)]...
  • Page 872 b5: Matrix Metering G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether [Matrix metering] assigns priority to faces detected by the camera. This setting applies only during viewfinder photography. Option Description [Face detection Matrix metering assigns priority to faces detected by the camera. [Face detection Matrix metering does not assign priority to faces off]...
  • Page 873 b7: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure G button U A Custom Settings menu Use this item to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera; exposure can be fine-tuned separately for each metering method. Exposure can be adjusted up for brighter exposures or down for darker exposures in the range +1 to −1 EV in steps of EV.
  • Page 874 c: Timers/AE Lock c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether exposure locks when the shutter-release button is pressed. Option Description Pressing the shutter-release button halfway O [On (half press)] locks exposure. [On (burst Exposure only locks while the shutter-release mode)] button is pressed all the way down.
  • Page 875 c3: Self-Timer G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the length of the shutter-release delay, the number of shots taken, and the interval between shots in self-timer mode. Option Description [Self-timer delay] Choose the length of the shutter-release delay. Press 1 and 3 to choose the number of shots [Number of shots] taken each time the shutter-release button is...
  • Page 876 d: Shooting/Display d1: Continuous Shooting Speed G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the frame advance rate for C (continuous high-speed) and C (continuous low-speed) modes and during burst photography in mode Q. Option Description [Continuous Set the frame advance rate for continuous high-speed high-speed] ) mode to values between [14 fps] and [10 fps].
  • Page 877 d2: Max. Continuous Release G button U A Custom Settings menu The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst in continuous release modes can be set to any value between 1 and 200. • Note that regardless of the option selected, there is no limit to the number of photos that can be taken in a single burst when a shutter speed of 4 s or slower is selected in mode S or M.
  • Page 878 d3: Limit Release Mode Selection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the release modes that can be accessed by pressing the S button and rotating the main command dial when the release mode dial is rotated to S . •...
  • Page 879 In situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, shutter release can be delayed by from about 0.2 to 3 seconds after the mirror is raised. d6: Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter G button U A Custom Settings menu Enable or disable the electronic front-curtain shutter. Enabling the electronic front-curtain shutter helps reduce blur caused by camera shake.
  • Page 880 The Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter • Pictures taken with lenses of types other than G, E, or D may contain “noise” such as lines or fog. Select [Disable] should you notice this to be the case. • Regardless of the option selected, the camera uses the mechanical shutter in release modes other than Q and M •...
  • Page 881 d8: Limit Selectable Image Area G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the options that can be accessed by rotating a command dial while pressing a control to which [Choose image area] has been assigned using Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls].
  • Page 882 d9: File Number Sequence G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose a file numbering option. Option Description When a new folder is created or a new memory card is inserted in the camera, file numbering will continue from the [On] last number used.
  • Page 883 File Number Sequence • If a picture is taken when the current folder contains a picture numbered 9999, a new folder will be created and file numbering will restart from 0001. • When the current folder number reaches 999, the camera will no longer be able to create new folders and the shutter release will be disabled if: - the current folder contains 5000 pictures (in addition, movie recording will be disabled if the camera calculates that the number of...
  • Page 884 d10: Peaking Highlights G button U A Custom Settings menu When focus peaking is enabled in manual focus mode, objects that are in focus are indicated by colored outlines in the display. You can choose the color. Option Description Choose from [3 (high sensitivity)], [2 (standard)], [1 [Peaking (low sensitivity)], and [Off].
  • Page 885 d12: Rear Control Panel G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the information displayed in the rear control panel in the location shown. Option Description [Release mode] The camera displays the current release mode. The camera displays the number of pictures in the [Frame count] current folder.
  • Page 886 Button Backlights The following are equipped with backlights: I button BKT button Release mode dial pointer Y button O ( Q ) button K button G button g ( h / Q ) button X button W ( M ) button J button Fn3 ( C ) button S button...
  • Page 887 d14: Live View in Continuous Mode G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the monitor remains on in live view while burst photography is in progress. If [Off] is selected, both the monitor and the monitor backlight will turn off during exposures. d15: Optical VR G button U A Custom Settings menu This item is available only with compatible AF-P lenses not...
  • Page 888 e: Bracketing/Flash e1: Flash Sync Speed G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the flash sync speed. Option Description Auto FP high-speed sync is enabled with compatible flash units and the maximum sync speed for other flash units is set to •...
  • Page 889 Option Description [1/250 s] [1/200 s] [1/160 s] Flash sync speed set to selected value, which can be from [1/125 s] [1/100 s] [1/80 s] [1/60 s] Fixing Shutter Speed at the Flash Sync Speed Limit In modes S and M, shutter speed can be fixed at the value selected for Custom Setting e1 [Flash sync speed] by selecting the next shutter speed after the slowest possible shutter speed (30 s or % ).
  • Page 890 e2: Flash Shutter Speed G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the slowest shutter speed available with a flash in modes P and A. Regardless of the setting chosen for e2 [Flash shutter speed], shutter speeds can be as slow as 30 s in modes S and M or at flash settings of slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, or red-eye reduction with slow sync.
  • Page 891 e4: Auto N ISO Sensitivity Control G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose how the camera adjusts flash level when auto ISO sensitivity control is enabled. Option Description The camera takes both the main subject and [Subject and background lighting into account when adjusting background] ISO sensitivity.
  • Page 892 G button U A Custom Settings menu Select [On] to enable the modeling flash emitted if the Pv button is pressed when the camera is used with an optional flash unit that supports the Nikon Creative Lighting system. A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...
  • Page 893 e7: Auto Bracketing (Mode M) G button U A Custom Settings menu Custom Setting e7 [Auto bracketing (Mode M)] determines the settings affected when exposure or flash bracketing is enabled in mode M using [Auto bracketing set]. Photo shooting menu > [Auto bracketing Custom Setting e7 [Auto set] bracketing (Mode M)]...
  • Page 894 Flash Bracketing Flash bracketing is performed only with i-TTL or q A (auto aperture) flash control. e8: Bracketing Order G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the order in which the shots in the bracketing program are taken. Option Description The unmodified shot is taken first, followed [MTR >...
  • Page 895 e9: Bracketing Burst Options G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether, during bracketing, the camera continues to take pictures while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. Option Description The camera takes pictures continuously while the shutter- release button is pressed all the way down.
  • Page 896 f: Controls f1: Customize i Menu G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the items listed in the i menu displayed when the i button is pressed during viewfinder photography. For information on customizing the i menu, see “Customizing the i Menu: Customize i Menu”...
  • Page 897 Item Item [Flash mode] [Focus shift shooting] [Flash compensation] [Select custom settings bank] [Group flash options] [Focus tracking with lock-on] [Autofocus mode] w [Custom controls] [AF-area mode] [Exposure delay [Auto bracketing] mode] [Multiple exposure] 318 [Electronic front- [HDR (high curtain shutter] dynamic range)] [Bluetooth [Interval timer...
  • Page 898 f2: Customize i Menu (Lv) G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the items listed in the i menu displayed when the i button is pressed during live view. For information on customizing the i menu, see “Customizing the i Menu: Customize i Menu”...
  • Page 899 Item Item [HDR (high [Exposure delay dynamic range)] mode] [Interval timer [Electronic front- shooting] curtain shutter] [Time-lapse movie] [Peaking highlights] [Focus shift shooting] [Monitor brightness] [Silent live view photography] [Photo live view display WB] w [Custom controls] [Bluetooth connection] [Wi-Fi connection] j [Wired LAN/WT] [Split-screen display zoom]...
  • Page 900 Photo Live View Display WB In live view, white balance for the monitor (monitor hue) can be set separately from the white balance for photography (photographic white balance). Hues in the monitor may differ from those in pictures taken with an option such as [Flash] or [Preset manual] selected for photographic white balance.
  • Page 901 Split-Screen Display Zoom Display two areas, aligned horizontally but in different parts of the frame, side- by-side at a high zoom ratio. This makes it easier to level photographs of buildings or other wide objects. Selecting this option splits the display into two boxes arranged side-by-side showing the two areas at a high zoom ratio (split-screen display zoom).
  • Page 902 f3: Custom Controls G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the operations performed during still photography either by pressing camera controls or by pressing controls and rotating command dials. • Choose the roles played by the controls below. Highlight the desired control and press J .
  • Page 903 • The roles that can be assigned are listed below. The roles available vary with the control. Role Description Pressing the control selects a preset focus point. • To choose the point, highlight it, hold the control, and press the AF-mode button until the focus point flashes.
  • Page 904 Role Description Holding the control selects a preset AF-area mode. The mode previously in effect is restored [AF-area when the control is released. mode] • To choose the AF-area mode, press 2 when [AF-area mode] is highlighted. Holding the control selects a preset AF-area mode and initiates autofocus.
  • Page 905 Role Description Exposure locks when the control is pressed. [AE lock (Reset Exposure remains locked until the control is on release)] pressed a second time, the shutter is released, or the standby timer expires. [AE lock only] Exposure locks while the control is pressed. Focus and exposure lock while the control is [AE/AF lock] pressed.
  • Page 906 Role Description Hold the control to recall previously-selected settings. • To choose the settings recalled, press 2 when [Recall shooting functions] is highlighted. - Press 1 or 3 to highlight items and press 2 to view options. Press J to save changes and exit.
  • Page 907 Role Description • If the control is pressed when an option other than [WB bracketing] is selected for [Auto bracketing] > [Auto bracketing set] in the photo shooting menu in release mode C or C or during burst photography in mode Q, the camera will take all the shots in the current bracketing program and repeat the bracketing burst while the shutter-release button is...
  • Page 908 Role Description When an optional wireless transmitter or wireless remote controller is connected, the control can be used to toggle between remote release and master or synchronized release. The options available depend on the setting chosen for Custom Setting d4 [Sync. release mode options].
  • Page 909 Role Description • If a JPEG option is currently selected for image quality, an NEF (RAW) copy will be recorded with the next picture taken after the control is pressed (until the picture is taken, “RAW” will appear in the image-quality display in the rear control panel).
  • Page 910 Role Description [Access top Press the control to jump to the top item in “MY item in MY MENU.” Select this option for quick access to a MENU] frequently-used menu item. K [Playback] Press the control to start playback. Press the control to view only pictures that meet [Filtered the criteria selected for [Filtered playback playback]...
  • Page 911 Role Description [Active Press the control and rotate a command dial to D-Lighting] adjust Active D-Lighting. [Exposure Press the control and rotate a command dial to delay mode] choose the shutter-release delay. Press the control and rotate the main command [Shutter spd &...
  • Page 912 Role Description Press the control and rotate the main command [ISO dial to choose a value for ISO sensitivity. Press sensitivity] the control and rotate the sub-command dial to adjust auto ISO sensitivity control settings. Press the control and rotate a command dial to w [Metering] choose a metering option.
  • Page 913 Role Description Pressing the selected control up, down, left, or right has the same effect as pressing 1 , 3 , 4 , or 2 on the multi selector. • If this option is assigned to the sub-selector, the role played by the sub-selector during playback zoom can be chosen from [Scroll] and [Display next/previous frame].
  • Page 914 Virtual Horizon If you press a control to which [Press] > [Viewfinder virtual horizon] has been assigned, the camera will display pitch and roll indicators in the viewfinder based on information from its built-in tilt sensor. These indicators can be read as follows: Roll Camera tilted right Camera level...
  • Page 915 Pitch Camera tilted Camera level Camera tilted back forward • Note that the display may not be accurate when the camera is tilted at a sharp angle forward or back. The camera will not display pitch and roll indicators when held at angles at which tilt cannot be measured. •...
  • Page 916 Viewfinder Photography Role Description [Select center Pressing the center of the multi selector focus point] selects the center focus point. Pressing the center of the multi selector selects a preset focus point. • To choose the point, highlight it, hold the center of the multi selector, and press the AF-mode button until the focus point flashes.
  • Page 917 Live View Role Description [Select center Pressing the center of the multi selector focus point] selects the center focus point. Press the center of the multi selector to zoom the display in on the area around the current focus point (the zoom ratio is selected in advance).
  • Page 918 Playback Mode Regardless of the option selected, pressing the center of the multi selector when a movie is displayed full frame starts movie playback. Role Description Press the center of the multi selector to view [Filtered only pictures that meet the criteria selected playback] for [Filtered playback criteria] in the playback menu.
  • Page 919 f5: Shutter Spd & Aperture Lock G button U A Custom Settings menu Selecting [On] for [Shutter speed lock] locks shutter speed at the value currently selected in mode S or M. Selecting [On] for [Aperture lock] locks aperture at the value currently selected in mode A or M.
  • Page 920 Reverse Rotation Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dials for exposure compensation and shutter speed/aperture selection. • Highlight [Exposure compensation] or [Shutter speed/ aperture] and press 2 to select ( M ) or deselect ( U ). • Press J to save changes and exit.
  • Page 921 Aperture Setting Choose whether aperture can be adjusted using the aperture ring on CPU lenses in modes A and M. Option Description [Sub- Aperture can only be adjusted with the sub-command dial command (or with the main command dial if [On] is selected for dial] [Change main/sub] >...
  • Page 922 Menus and Playback Choose the roles played by the multi selector and command dials during playback and menu navigation. Option Description Playback: • The main command dial can be used to choose the picture displayed during full-frame playback. The sub-command dial can be used to skip forward or back according to the option selected for [Sub-dial frame advance].
  • Page 923 Sub-Dial Frame Advance Choose the number of frames that can be skipped by rotating the sub-command dial during full-frame playback. This option only takes effect when [On] or [On (image review excluded)] is selected for [Menus and playback]. Option Description [10 frames] Skip forward or back 10 frames at a time.
  • Page 924 f7: Multi Selector G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether using the multi selector reactivates the standby timer. f8: Release Button to Use Dial G button U A Custom Settings menu Selecting [Yes] allows adjustments that are normally made by holding a button and rotating a command dial to be made by rotating the command dial after the button is released.
  • Page 925 f9: Reverse Indicators G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the exposure indicators in the top control panel and information display are shown with negative values on the left and positive values on the right, or with positive values on the left and negative values on the right.
  • Page 926 f10: Live View Button Options G button U A Custom Settings menu The a button can be disabled to prevent live view starting accidentally when the a button is pressed. Option Description Pressing the a button starts live view. [Enable] Pressing the a button starts live view only [Enable (standby timer active)]...
  • Page 927 f12: Full-Frame Playback Flicks G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the role assigned to the flick up, down, left, or right gestures during full-frame playback. Flick Up/Flick Down Choose the operation performed by flicking up or down. Option Description Assign the current picture a pre-selected rating.
  • Page 928 Flick Advance Direction Choose the gesture used for frame advance. Option Description S [Left Flick from right to left to view the next picture. Right] ← T [Left Flick from left to right to view the next picture. Right] → A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...
  • Page 929 g: Movie g1: Customize i Menu G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the items listed in the i menu displayed when the i button is pressed during movie recording. For information on customizing the i menu, see “Customizing the i Menu: Customize i Menu”...
  • Page 930 Item Item [Wind noise [Bluetooth reduction] connection] [Headphone [Wi-Fi connection] volume] j [Wired LAN/WT] w [Custom controls] [Multi-selector [Peaking power aperture] highlights] [Multi selector [Highlight display] exposure comp.] [Monitor brightness] Multi-Selector Power Aperture Choose whether the multi selector can be used for power aperture.
  • Page 931 g2: Custom Controls G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the functions performed either by pressing camera controls or by pressing controls and rotating command dials during filming. • Choose the roles played by the controls below. Highlight the desired control and press J .
  • Page 932 • The roles that can be assigned are listed below. The roles available vary with the control. Role Description Aperture widens while the Pv button is pressed. Use in combination with Custom [Power aperture Setting g2 [Custom controls] > [Fn1 button] > (open)] [Power aperture (close)] for button-controlled aperture adjustment.
  • Page 933 Role Description Press the control to zoom the display in on the area around the current focus point (the zoom X [Zoom on/off] ratio is selected in advance). Press again to cancel zoom. To choose the zoom ratio, highlight [Zoom on/off] and press 2 . O [MY MENU] Press the control to display “MY MENU”.
  • Page 934 Role Description C [AE lock only] Exposure locks while the control is pressed. Focus and exposure lock while the control is B [AE/AF lock] pressed. Press the shutter-release button all the way C [Take photos] down to take a photograph with an aspect ratio of 16:9.
  • Page 935 Role Description Press the control and rotate a command dial to [Choose image choose the image area for movies. Note that area] the image area cannot be changed while recording is in progress. [Microphone Press the control and rotate a command dial to sensitivity] adjust microphone sensitivity.
  • Page 936 g3: Multi Selector Center Button G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the role assigned to the center of the multi selector during filming. Role Description [Select center Pressing the center of the multi selector selects focus point] the center focus point. Press the center of the multi selector to zoom the display in on the area around the current focus point (the zoom ratio is selected in...
  • Page 937 Display Pattern To enable the highlight display for movie recording, select [Pattern 1] or [Pattern 2]. Pattern 1 Pattern 2 Highlight Display Threshold Choose the brightness needed to trigger the movie highlight display. The lower the value, the greater the range of brightnesses that will be shown as highlights.
  • Page 938 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup To view the setup menu, select the B tab in the camera menus. The setup menu contains the following items: Item Item [Format memory card] [Image Dust Off ref photo] [Language] [Pixel mapping] [Time zone and date] [Image comment] [Monitor brightness] [Copyright information]...
  • Page 939 Item Item [Assign remote (WR) Fn [Wired LAN/WT] button] [Conformity marking] [Airplane mode] [Battery info] [Connect to smart device] [Slot empty release lock] [Connect to PC (built-in [Save/load menu settings] Wi-Fi)] [Reset all settings] [Firmware version] * Not available at battery levels of J or below. Format Memory Card G button U B setup menu Format memory cards.
  • Page 940 During Formatting Do not turn the camera off or remove memory cards until the message [Formatting memory card.] clears from the display. Two-Button Format • Press and hold the O ( Q ) and S ( Q ) buttons simultaneously for over two seconds until C starts to flash in the viewfinder and top control panel;...
  • Page 941 Time Zone and Date G button U B setup menu Change time zones and set the camera clock. We recommend that the camera clock be adjusted regularly. Option Description Choose a time zone. [Date and time] is automatically set [Time zone] to the time in the new time zone.
  • Page 942 Monitor Color Balance G button U B setup menu Adjust monitor color balance to your taste. • Color balance is adjusted using the multi selector. Press 1 , 3 , 4 , or 2 to adjust color balance as shown below. Press J to save changes.
  • Page 943 • The reference image is either the last picture taken or, in playback mode, the picture last displayed. If the memory card contains no pictures, an empty frame will be displayed instead. • To choose a different picture, press the W ( M ) button.
  • Page 944 Virtual Horizon G button U B setup menu Display roll and pitch information based on information from the camera tilt sensor. • If the camera is tilted neither left nor right, the roll reference line will turn green. If the camera is tilted neither forward nor back, the dot ( I ) in the center of the display will turn green.
  • Page 945 Information Display G button U B setup menu Adjust the appearance of the information display according to lighting conditions. Dark on light Light on dark Option Description The camera adjusts the color of the lettering in the [Auto] information display to make it easier to read. Black is used in bright locations, a dim white in dark locations.
  • Page 946 AF Fine-Tuning Options G button U B setup menu Fine-tune focus for the current lens. • Use only as required. • We recommend that you perform fine- tuning at a focus distance you use frequently. If you perform fine-tuning at a short focus distance, for example, you may find it less effective at longer distances.
  • Page 947 Option Description List values saved using [Fine-tune and save lens]. Highlighting a lens in the list and pressing 2 displays a [Choose lens number] dialog. • The [Choose lens [List saved number] dialog is used to choose the lens values] identifier.
  • Page 948 Live View Photography The fine-tuning value selected using [AF fine-tuning options] is not applied to autofocus during live view photography. Teleconverters Separate values can be saved for lenses with teleconverters attached, even if values already exist for the same lenses without teleconverters. Deleting Saved Values To delete values saved using [Fine-tune and save lens], highlight the desired lens in the [List saved values] list and press O ( Q ).
  • Page 949 Creating and Saving Fine-Tuning Values Attach the lens to the camera. Select [AF fine-tuning options] in the setup menu, then highlight [Fine-tune and save lens] and press An AF fine-tuning dialog will be displayed. The options displayed vary with whether the attached lens is a zoom lens or has a fixed focal-length.
  • Page 950 Press 4 or 2 to fine-tune autofocus. • Choose from values between +20 and −20. • The current value is shown by g , the previously-selected value by j . • If a zoom lens is attached, you can choose separate fine- tuning values for maximum angle (WIDE) and maximum zoom (TELE).
  • Page 951 Choosing a Default Fine-Tuning Value Select [AF fine-tuning options] in the setup menu, then highlight [Default] and press 2 . Press 4 or 2 to fine-tune autofocus. • Choose from values between +20 and −20. • The current value is shown by g , the previously-selected value by j .
  • Page 952 Auto AF Fine-Tuning To use auto AF fine-tuning: Rotate the live view selector to C and press the a button. Press the AF-mode and movie-record buttons simultaneously and keep them pressed for over two seconds. B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup...
  • Page 953 Zoom Lenses • The camera will display options for fine-tuning autofocus separately at maximum angle and maximum zoom. • Highlight [WIDE] (maximum angle) or [TELE] (maximum zoom) and press J ; the camera will select the center focus point and the auto AF fine-tuning dialog will be displayed.
  • Page 954 Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. • If you are using a zoom lens, rotate the zoom ring all the way to select either the maximum angle or maximum zoom before focusing. • Before focusing, mount the camera on a tripod and aim the camera at a flat, high-contrast subject parallel to the camera focal plane.
  • Page 955 Press J . • The AF fine-tuning value for the current lens will be added to the [List saved values] list (CPU lenses only). • If auto fine-tuning is successful, [AF fine-tune on/off] item will be set to [On], enabling AF fine- tuning.
  • Page 956 If Auto Fine-Tuning Fails If auto fine-tuning fails, a message will be displayed. Press X to attempt auto fine-tuning again, or press J to exit without performing AF fine- tuning. Pressing X returns you to Step 2. Previously-Saved Lenses If a fine-tuning value exists for the current lens, you can choose to overwrite the existing value or save the new value separately in Step 2.
  • Page 957 Clean Image Sensor G button U B setup menu Dirt or dust entering the camera when lenses are exchanged or the body cap is removed may adhere to the low-pass filter covering the image sensor and affect your photographs. The “clean image sensor”...
  • Page 958 Lock Mirror Up for Cleaning G button U B setup menu Use [Lock mirror up for cleaning] to lock the mirror up so that dust that cannot be removed using the “clean image sensor” option can be removed manually. For more information, see “Manual Cleaning”...
  • Page 959 Acquiring Image Dust Off Reference Data Choose a start option. • Highlight [Start] and press J to immediately display the [Image Dust Off ref photo] dialog. • Highlight [Clean sensor and then start] and press J to clean the image sensor before starting. The [Image Dust Off ref photo] dialog will be displayed when image sensor cleaning is complete.
  • Page 960 With the lens about ten centimeters (four inches) from a well-lit, featureless white object, frame the object so that it fills the display and then press the shutter-release button halfway. • In autofocus mode, focus will automatically be set to infinity.
  • Page 961 Image Sensor Cleaning Dust off reference data recorded before image sensor cleaning is performed cannot be used with photographs taken after image sensor cleaning is performed. Select [Clean sensor and then start] only if the Image Dust Off reference data will not be used with existing photographs. Acquiring Image Dust Off Reference Data •...
  • Page 962 Pixel Mapping G button U B setup menu Pixel mapping checks and optimizes the camera image sensor. If you notice unexpected bright spots appearing in pictures taken with the camera, perform pixel mapping as described below. • Use a fully-charged battery to prevent unexpected loss of power.
  • Page 963 Pixel Mapping • Do not attempt to operate the camera while pixel mapping is in progress. Do not turn the camera off or remove or disconnect the power source. • Pixel mapping may not be available if the camera’s internal temperature is elevated.
  • Page 964 Attach Comment To attach the comment to subsequent photographs, highlight [Attach comment], press 2 , and confirm that a check ( M ) appears in the adjacent check box. Press J to save changes and exit; the comment will be attached to all subsequent photographs.
  • Page 965 You will also need to make sure that the artist and copyright fields are blank. • Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the [Copyright information] option. B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup...
  • Page 966 Viewing Copyright Information • Copyright information can be viewed on the [Copyright info] page of the camera photo information display. • To display the [Copyright info] page, select ( M ) both [Shooting data] and [Copyright info] for [Playback display options] in the playback menu.
  • Page 967 Renaming, Editing, and Copying Presets Highlight [Edit/save] and press 2 to display the [Select preset to edit or save] list of existing presets. • To edit or rename a preset, highlight it and press 2 . To create a new preset, highlight [Unused] and press 2 . - [Rename]: Rename the preset.
  • Page 968 Embedding Presets Highlighting [Auto embed during shooting] and pressing 2 displays a list of presets. Highlight a preset and press J ; the selected preset will be embedded in all subsequent photographs. To disable embedding, select [Off]. Viewing IPTC Data •...
  • Page 969 Copying Presets to the Camera The camera can store up to ten presets; to copy IPTC presets from a memory card to a selected destination on the camera, choose [Load/save], select [Slot 1] or [Slot 2], then highlight [Copy to camera] and press 2 .
  • Page 970 IPTC Information • The camera supports standard roman alphanumeric characters only. Other characters will not display correctly except on a computer. • Preset names ( 0 915) may be up to 18 characters long. If a preset with a longer name is created using a computer, all characters after the eighteenth will be deleted.
  • Page 971 IPTC IPTC is a standard established by the International Press Telecommunications Council (IPTC) with the intent of clarifying and simplifying the information required when photographs are shared with a variety of publications. IPTC Preset Manager IPTC presets can be created on a computer and saved to memory cards using IPTC Preset Manager software.
  • Page 972 Voice Memo Options G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for voice memos ( 0 436). Voice Memo Choose whether voice memos are recorded manually or automatically after a photograph is taken. Option Description Voice memos cannot be recorded in shooting 7 [Off] mode.
  • Page 973 Voice Memo Overwrite Choose whether the voice memo for the most recent photograph can be overwritten in shooting mode. Option Description Voice memos cannot be recorded in shooting mode if one [Disable] already exists for most recent photograph. Each new voice memo overwrites the memo for the most [Enable] recent photograph, if any.
  • Page 974 Audio Output Choose the device used for voice memo playback. Option Description Voice memos are played back over headphones (if connected) or the [Speaker/ camera’s built-in headphones] speaker. Press 1 or 3 to • choose a volume between [1] and [15]. •...
  • Page 975 Beep Options G button U B setup menu Beep On/Off Turn the beep speaker on or off. • If [On] is selected for [Beep on/off], beeps will sound when: - the self-timer counts down, - the shutter-release button is pressed for a second time during mirror-up photography, - interval-timer photography, time-lapse movie recording, or focus shift ends,...
  • Page 976 Volume Adjust beep volume. Pitch Choose the pitch of the beep from [High] and [Low]. Touch Controls G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for monitor touch controls. Enable/Disable Touch Controls Enable or disable touch controls. Select [Playback only] to enable touch controls in playback mode only.
  • Page 977 A WR-A10 adapter is required when using the WR-R10. • Be sure the firmware for the WR-R10 has been updated to the latest version (version 3.0 or later). For information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area. B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup...
  • Page 978 LED Lamp Enable or disable the status LEDs on a WR-R10 wireless remote controller mounted on the camera. For more information, see the documentation supplied with the wireless remote controller. Link Mode Choose a link mode for WR-R10 wireless remote controllers mounted on other cameras or radio-controlled flash units that support Advanced Wireless Lighting.
  • Page 979 Option Description Communication is shared among all devices with the same four-digit PIN. You can enter any four-digit PIN of your choice. Press 4 or 2 to highlight • digits and press 1 or 3 to change. Press J to enter and display the selected PIN. [PIN] •...
  • Page 980 Assign Remote (WR) Fn Button G button U B setup menu Choose the role played by the Fn button on optional wireless remote controllers equipped with an Fn button. See Custom Setting f3 [Custom controls] for more information. Option Option A [AF-ON] h [ N Disable/ enable] [AF lock only]...
  • Page 981 Airplane Mode G button U B setup menu Select [Enable] to disable the camera’s built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi functions. • The wireless functions of optional peripheral devices connected to the camera can only be disabled by disconnecting the devices. Connect to Smart Device G button U B setup menu Connect to smartphones or tablets (smart devices) via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
  • Page 982 Pairing (Bluetooth) Pair with or connect to smart devices using Bluetooth. Option Description Pair the camera with a smart device ( 0 469). [Start pairing] [Paired List paired smart devices. To connect, select a device devices] from the list. [Bluetooth Select [Enable] to enable Bluetooth.
  • Page 983 Wi-Fi Connection Connect to smart devices via Wi-Fi. ❚❚ Establish Wi-Fi Connection Initiate a Wi-Fi connection to a smart device. • The camera SSID and password will be displayed. To connect, select the camera SSID on the smart device and enter the password ( 0 461).
  • Page 984 Send While Off If [On] is selected, upload of images to smart devices connected via Bluetooth will continue even when the camera is off. Location Data (Smart Device) Display latitude, longitude, altitude, and UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) data downloaded from a smart device. Connect to PC (Built-in Wi-Fi) G button U B setup menu Connect to computers via Wi-Fi.
  • Page 985 Network Settings Select [Create profile] to create a new network profile ( 0 488, 494). • If more than one profile already exists, you can press J to select a profile from a list. • To edit an existing profile, highlight it and press 2 . Option Description •...
  • Page 986 Option Description • Infrastructure mode: Adjust settings for connection to a network via a router. - [SSID]: Enter the network SSID. - [Channel]: Selected automatically. - [Authentication/encryption]: Choose [OPEN] or [WPA2-PSK-AES]. - [Password]: Enter the network password. • Access-point mode: Adjust settings for direct wireless [Wireless] connection to the camera.
  • Page 987 Options Adjust upload settings. ❚❚ Auto Send Select [On] to upload new photos as they are taken. • Upload begins only after the photo has been recorded to the memory card. Be sure a memory card is inserted in the camera. •...
  • Page 988 ❚❚ Send File As When uploading NEF + JPEG images, choose whether to upload both the NEF (RAW) and JPEG files or only the JPEG copy. • The option chosen for [Send file as] takes effect when [On] is selected for [Auto send]. ❚❚...
  • Page 989 Wired LAN/WT G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for upload to a computer or ftp server connected via an Ethernet cable or optional WT-6 wireless transmitter. Wired LAN/WT Functions Select [Enable] to enable connection via Ethernet or a wireless transmitter.
  • Page 990 Network Settings Display the network profiles list, where you can create new profiles or select an existing profile. • Highlight a profile and press J to connect to the highlighted host computer or ftp server. • The camera can store up to nine network profiles. •...
  • Page 991 ❚❚ Synchronize Date and Time Synchronize the clocks on two cameras connected via Ethernet. For more information, see “Synchronizing Camera Clocks” ( 0 633). ❚❚ Create Profile Create new network profiles. For more information, see “Creating a Network Profile (Ethernet)”( 0 522) and “Creating Network Profiles (WT-6)”( 0 544).
  • Page 992 ❚❚ Copy to/from Card Use this option to share [FTP upload] and [HTTP server] profiles. • If there are two memory cards inserted in the camera, the card in the Slot 1 will be used for both “copy from” and “copy to” operations.
  • Page 993 Editing Profiles If the shutter-release button is pressed while menus are displayed, the monitor will turn off. Any changes to the current profile will be lost. [General] ● Edit the profile name and enable or disable password protection. Option Description [Profile name] Edit the profile name.
  • Page 994 Option Description Choose a channel ([Access point] mode only). If [Channel] [Infrastructure] is selected, the channel will be chosen automatically. Choose from [OPEN] (open system), [Shared] (shared key), [WPA-PSK], and [WPA2-PSK]. [Authentication] [Shared] and [WPA-PSK] are available only when [Infrastructure] is selected for [Communication mode].
  • Page 995 Option Description If [Infrastructure] is selected for [Communication mode] and [WEP: 64-bit, base 16], [WEP: 64-bit, ASCII], [WEP: 128-bit, base 16], or [WEP: 128-bit, [Key index] ASCII] is selected for [Encryption], choose a key index matching that used by the access point or host computer.
  • Page 996 [TCP/IP] ● Enter TCP/IP information. Option Description Choose whether the camera obtains the IP address and sub-net mask automatically or via manual entry. A TCP/ IP address is required in either case. • Select [Enable] to use an IP address and sub-net [Obtain automatically] mask supplied by a DHCP server or automatic private...
  • Page 997 [FTP] ● Enter information for connection to an ftp server. Option Description Choose the ftp server type and enter the URL or IP [Server type] address, destination folder, and port number. An IP address is required. [PASV mode] Select [Enable] to enable PASV mode. Select [Enable] for anonymous login.
  • Page 998 ❚❚ Delete After Send Select [Yes] to delete photographs from the camera memory card automatically once upload is complete. • Sequential file numbering is used when [Yes] is selected, regardless of the item selected for Custom Setting d9 [File number sequence]. •...
  • Page 999 ❚❚ JPEG + JPEG Slot Selection Choose a source slot for auto upload when taking pictures with [JPEG Slot 1 - JPEG Slot 2] selected for [Role played by card in Slot 2] in the photo shooting menu. ❚❚ Overwrite If Same Name Choose [Yes] to overwrite files with duplicate names during upload.
  • Page 1000 ❚❚ Send Folder Select folders for upload. All photos in the selected folders (including those already marked as “sent”) will be marked for upload. Movies cannot be uploaded using this option. They must instead be uploaded from the playback display. ❚❚...

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