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  • Page 1 Nikon F 4s Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 CONTENTS...
  • Page 4 Thank you for purchasing the F4. We're sure it will make photography more exciting and rewarding than ever. With a wealth of exciting new features, the Nikon F4 is designed to be as up to date as you are in your approach to photography. Ultra-fast autofocus, versatile Matrix Metering, Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash, an unprecedented fast shutter speed of 1/8000 sec.
  • Page 5 NOMENCLATURE...
  • Page 8 Multi-Meter Finder DP-20...

  • Page 9: Viewfinder Information

    VIEWFINDER INFORMATION...
  • Page 10 High Speed Battery Pack MB-21...
  • Page 11 Battery Pack MB-20...
  • Page 12 Lens (AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4)

  • Page 13: Mounting The Lens

    OPERATION——————————————————————————————— ———— MOUNTING THE LENS Remove body cap and front and rear lens caps. See page 86 for Nikon lens compatibility chart. Twist lens counterclockwise until it To remove securely locks into place, make sure To remove lens, press and hold lens release button and turn to touch lens release button.

  • Page 14: Installing Batteries

    INSTALLING BATTERIES With High Speed Battery Pack MB-21 Install three AA-type alkaline-manga- nese or NiCd batteries with terminals positioned as shown inside grip. Then set the battery selector inside grip to "LR6" for alkaline-manganese batteries, or to "Ni-Cd" for NiCd batteries. •When changing batteries, it not necessary to remove base...
  • Page 15 Slide battery holder back into base until Attach grip to camera body and turn release lever clockwise until it stops. it locks into place. •To remove base from camera body, rotate lock screw coun- terclockwise using a coin. •To attach base to camera body, align mounting screw and guide pin with camera's tripod socket and guide hole, then rotate lock screw clockwise with your fingers, (Do not use a coin, screwdriver etc.)
  • Page 16 With Battery Pack MB-20 Install four AA-type alkaline-manganese batteries with terminals positioned as shown inside battery pack. Batteries with a "+" terminal that exceeds 6mm in diameter Attach battery pack to camera body and turn release lever clockwise until cannot be used. it stops.

  • Page 17: Checking Battery Power

    CHECKING BATTERY POWER With High Speed Battery Pack MB-21 At temperatures around 20°C (68°F), AA-type alkaline-manga- nese batteries give the highest overall performance, including faster advance rates and a greater number of rolls of film. At lower temperatures, however, the perfor- mance of alkaline-manganese batteries deteriorates.
  • Page 18 With Battery Pack MB-20 Next, lightly press the shutter release button and confirm viewfinder LCD appears. LCD stays on for approx. 16 sec. after you take your finger off button. This .indicates sufficient battery power. If it turns off immediately after you remove your finger from the button, replace batteries.
  • Page 19 •The batteries operate both auto- focus function and camera motor; when operation becomes noticeably slower, change batteries. •To conserve battery power when not using the camera, be sure to turn film advance mode selector to L. If the shutter does not operate and display does not appear in the viewfinder, batteries are exhausted or improperly loaded.

  • Page 20: Loading Film

    LOADING FILM Insert film cartridge. With DX-coded film, while pressing lock While sliding camera back lock lever, lift release, set film speed index at DX. film rewind knob. The camera back will pop open. •Usable film speed range for •Do not touch shutter curtains DX-coded film is ISO 25 to 5000.
  • Page 21 Pull film leader across to red film index mark. Check to ensure film is properly posi- Fully depress shutter release button; film tioned with no slack, and close camera automatically advances to frame 1. back During film loading, shutter does not operate, helping save on battery power.

  • Page 22: Function Setting

    FUNCTION SETTING Focus mode: Set focus mode selector to M (Manual Focus), S (Single Servo Autofocus) or С (Continuous Servo Autofocus). For details on focus mode, see page 32. Exposure mode: Set exposure mode selector to M (Manual), Рн (High-Speed Film advance mode: Programmed Auto), P (Programmed Auto), S (Shutter-Priority While pressing the lock release, set the film advance mode to...
  • Page 23 SHOOTING Position viewfinder focus brackets on main subject. In the manual focus mode, turn the lens focusing ring until the image in the viewfin- der appears sharp and/or the electronic range finder in-focus indicator (*) appears.
  • Page 24 In the autofocus mode, position autofocus sensor area on subject, lightly press shutter release button and confirm in- In the S (Single Servo Autofocus) mode, the shutter can be focus indicator LED ( ) appears in the viewfinder, (In Focus released only when the in-focus indicator LED appears;...
  • Page 25 Viewfinder Focusing Screen (B-type screen supplied as standard) Manual focusing is accomplished using either the clear matte field (focus until you see a sharp im- age) or the Electronic Rangefinder (focus until in-focus indicator is visible). If you choose an optional screen, additional focus and composition aids are available.

  • Page 26: Rewinding Film

    REWINDING FILM Film advance stops automatically at end Power rewind of roll, and red LED lights up. Turn film rewind levers (R1) and (R2), while pressing respective lock release. This starts film rewinding. During film rewind, red LED blinks, frame counter counts backward and rewind knob turns.
  • Page 27 Manual rewind Open camera back and remove film To rewind film manually, pull out film rewind lever (R1), lift film rewind crank and turn cartridge. it in the direction of the arrow until the tension is gone, indicating the film leader is rewound completely back into the cartridge.

  • Page 28: Film Speed Dial

    CONTROLS IN DETAIL———————————————————————————— FILM SPEED DIAL The F4 offers two ways to set film speed, depending on film in use. DX-Coded Film While pressing the lock release, set the film speed dial to DX. With dial set to DX, use only DX-coded film. If non-DX-coded Camera automatically senses film speed (ISO 25 to 5000) of film or film with a defective DX code is loaded, or no film is installed DX-coded film.
  • Page 29 Manual Film Speed Setting If DX-coded film is loaded, but the film speed is set manually, the camera gives While pressing the lock release, set the film speed dial to the film's priority to the manually set ISO number. ISO number The scale on the dial has numbered settings for speeds from ISO 6 to 6400.

  • Page 30: Film Advance Modes

    FILM ADVANCE MODES The F4 has four automatic film advance modes. Single-frame shooting (S) Fully depressing the shutter release button takes one picture, and immediately advances the film by one frame. Continuous shooting (Сн, , Cs) Shots are taken continuously as long as the shutter release button is depressed.
  • Page 31 With High Speed With Battery Pack Battery Pack MB-21 MB-20 Сн 5.7 frames per second 4.0 fps 3.4 fps* 3.3 fps* 1.0 fps 0.8 fps For Continuous Servo Autofocus, with AF Zoom-Nikkor 35-70mm f/3-3- f/4.5 lens, new AA-type alkaline-manganese batteries, a shutter speed of 1/250 sec.

  • Page 32: Focus Modes

    Manual Focus with Electronic Rangefinder Manual focus using the Electronic Rangefinder works with most Nikon lenses, including AF Nikkor when operated manually. (For a complete list of usable lenses, see lens compatibility chart, page 86.) Lenses with a maximum aperture slower than f/5.6 are not suitable for Electronic Rangefinder focusing, even...
  • Page 33 3. Keeping shutter release button lightly pressed, rotate lens focusing ring manually and watch focus indicator LEDs 4. Confirm in-focus indicator LED appears, then fully depress inside the viewfinder. shutter release button. • If < arrow (rear focus) or > arrow (front focus) appears, manually rotate lens focusing ring in the direction indicat- ed until the in-focus indicator LED appears.
  • Page 34 Manual Focus Using Clear Matte Field 1. Set focus mode selector to M (manual). 2. Focus on subject using clear matte field.
  • Page 35 Autofocus Operation Autofocus The F4 provides two autofocus modes — Single Servo Autofocus (S) and Continuous Servo Autofocus (C). Single Servo Autofocus (S) In Single Servo Autofocus mode (S), the shutter cannot be re- 1. Set focus mode selector to either S or C. leased until the subject is in focus;...
  • Page 36 3. Lightly press shutter release button to start Autofocus function. 4. Confirm the viewfinder in-focus indicator appears, then fully •In continuous shooting (Сн, , Cs) with the autofocus mode depress shutter release button to take an in-focus picture. set to Single Servo, autofocus operates between exposures for as long as the shutter release button remains depressed.
  • Page 37 Focus Tracking When shooting a moving subject, with the focus mode set to Continuous Servo Autofocus and the film advance mode to Low-Speed Continuous ( ), Focus Tracking is automatically activated to ensure focused images. In Focus Tracking, the camera analyzes the speed of the moving subject according to focus detection data, and drives the autofocus lens by anticipating the position of the subject at the exact moment of exposure.
  • Page 38 3. Lightly press shutter release button to start Focus Tracking. 4. Confirm both arrows (><) appear in the viewfinder, then fully depress shutter release button to take an in-focus picture. •With Focus Tracking, even if the subject is in focus, the in- focus indicator ( ) does not appear.
  • Page 39 Taking Pictures with Main Subject Off-Center Single Servo Autofocus 1. Position focus brackets on subject and lightly press shutter release button. 2. Confirm in-focus indicator LED appears 3. Keeping the shutter release button lightly pressed, recom- in the viewfinder. pose, then fully depress shutter release button.
  • Page 40 Continuous Servo Autofocus Use AF-L (Autofocus Lock) button. 1. Position focus brackets on subject and lightly press the shutter release button. 2. Keeping shutter release button lightly pressed, confirm in- focus indicator LED appears, then depress AF-L button and 3. With AF-L button depressed, recompose as desired and hold in.
  • Page 41 •With the AF-L button depressed, focus will be locked even if you remove your finger from the shutter release button. Special Focusing Situations •AF-L button can also be used in Single Servo Autofocus To successfully focus, whether using the F4's Electronic Range- mode.
  • Page 42 Although the F4's autofocus works at lighting levels as low as EV minus 1, performance may vary depending on subject de- tail and contrast. In dimmest light conditions, use Nikon speed- lights during AF operation, if it is too dark. The speedlight's AF Illuminator lights up only in the Single Servo Autofocus mode.
  • Page 43 Freeze Focus The optional Nikon Multi-Control Back MF-23 or 250-Exp. Multi-Control Back MF-24, when attached to the F4, offers a Freeze Focus function which automatically fires the shutter when the subject enters a preset focus position. This feature is especially convenient for manual focus with the F4's Electronic Rangefinder.

  • Page 44: Exposure Metering Systems

    Auto Exposure control. It can also be used for Manual metering and flash exposure control operation with any Nikon TTL speedlight. In Matrix Metering, the meter automatically provides the main subject with correct exposure in virtually any lighting situation, without the need of manual exposure compensation.
  • Page 45 Sensitivity of Center-Weighted Sensitivity of Spot Metering Metering Choose Center-Weighted Metering when you want to base exposure on either Auto or Manual Exposure control for a For selective metering of tiny subjects or for advanced manual centrally located subject, Selecting Center-Weighted Metering metering techniques, use Spot Metering.
  • Page 46 Metering System Selection Set the metering system selector to either Matrix, Center- Weighted or Spot Metering, and confirm respective mark appears in the viewfinder LCD. For available lenses for each metering system, see page 86.

  • Page 48: Exposure Modes

    EXPOSURE MODES Manual Exposure Mode In the Manual Exposure mode, both shutter speed and aper- The F4 offers Manual (M), two Programmed Auto (РH, P), ture can be set manually to achieve the desired effect. Use fast Shutter-Priority Auto (S) and Aperture-Priority Auto (A) Expo- shutter speeds to stop the action, slower speeds to create sure modes.
  • Page 49 2. Lightly press shutter release button. 1. Set any of the click-stopped shutter speeds on the shutter speed dial (4 sec. to 1/8000 sec.); the lens aperture ring may be continuously adjusted (i.e., inter- mediate f/stops are usable). 3. Adjust aperture and/or shutter speed referring to the Electronic Analog Display in the viewfinder LCD.
  • Page 51 Dual Program Chart (e.g., 50mm f/1.4, IS0100) The EV (Exposure Value) chart demonstrates the difference between the F4's normal and high-speed programs. Follow either colored line to where it intersects a diagonal line. This shows the combination of aperture (vertical Iine) and shutter speed (horizontal line).
  • Page 52 2. Lightly press shutter release button and confirm exposure in 1. Set lens to its minimum aperture (largest f-number). the viewfinder. With AF Nikkor lenses, lock lens aperture ring at its mini- Shutter speed is controlled steplessly from 30 to 1/8000 mum setting.
  • Page 54 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode (S) This mode lets you choose shutter speeds manually. Use a fast shutter speed to stop action, or create motion effects by choos- ing slower shutter speeds. The F4's microcomputer automati- cally selects the correct aperture to match the selected shutter speed.
  • Page 55 1. Set lens to minimum aperture setting (largest f-number). 2. Rotate shutter speed dial to select desired shutter speed With AF Nikkor lenses, lock lens aperture ring at minimum within the range from 4 to 1/8000 sec. in 1 EV steps. setting.
  • Page 57 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode (A) This mode operates with all Nikon lenses. When used with any optical system such as Reflex lens, microscope, telescope, bellows, etc., the F4's microcomputer automatically selects the correct shutter speed to match the aperture you set. This is the recommended mode when depth of field is your prime con- sideration.
  • Page 58 1. Set lens to desired f-number by rotating lens aperture ring. 2. Lightly press shutter release button and confirm exposure. Shutter speed is controlled steplessly from 30 to 1/8000 second and indicated in 1/2 EV steps.
  • Page 59 Stop-Down Exposure Metering For lenses with fixed apertures For lenses and other systems without automatic Because the aperture of a Reflex-Nikkor lens is fixed, in photo- diaphragms micrography or telescopic photography, it is impossible to When the automatic diaphragm ring does hot couple with the change the exposure by varying the aperture.

  • Page 60: Exposure Compensation

    EXPOSURE COMPENSATION In Automatic Exposure Modes AE-L (Auto Exposure Lock) Button 1. Set exposure mode to Programmed (Рн, Р), Shutter-Priority Auto (S) or Aperture-Priority Auto (A). 2. Center main subject inside viewfinder 3. Lightly press shutter release button, and confirm shutter or move in closer.
  • Page 61 •While exposure is locked, "EL" appears in the viewfinder. •In Single Servo AF mode, before releasing shutter, be sure to refocus by briefly removing your finger from the shutter re- lease button and lightly pressing again to reactivate autofo- cus function. •Simultaneous use of AF-L (Autofocus Lock) button is recom- mended.
  • Page 62 Exposure Compensation Dial Using the exposure compensation dial, you can compensate exposure within the range of ±2EV in 1/3 EV increments. While sliding the lock release, rotate the exposure compensa- tion dial to set desired compensation value. The dial is grad- uated in one-third stop increments.
  • Page 63 Examples:...

  • Page 64: Exposure Mode

    In Manual Exposure Mode 2. Center main subject inside viewfinder, and lightly press 1. Set exposure mode to Manual shutter release button. (M). 3. Adjust shutter speed and aperture referring to the viewfinder LCD's Electronic Analog Display.
  • Page 65 4. Confirm shutter speed and aperture in the viewfinder. 5. Recompose and shoot.
  • Page 66 Auto Exposure Bracketing By attaching the optional Nikon Multi-Control Back MF-23 250-Exp. Multi-Control Back MF-24 to the F4, you can take advantage of auto exposure bracketing to produce a variety of exposures for the same subject, each one suiting specific needs and/or tastes.

  • Page 67: Shutter Speed Dial

    SHUTTER SPEED DIAL The F4 features an electromagnetically controlled vertical-travel focal plane shutter which consists of four front and four rear В Setting curtains. At the "Bulb" setting, the shutter remains open as long as the For Manual and Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure, you can set shutter release button remains depressed.
  • Page 68 "X" setting provides a top flash sync speed of 1/250 sec. with long time exposures. Exposure mode is automatically set to Nikon speedlights. For assurance during flash shooting, set the Manual. After shutter release, "T" will not cause battery drain shutter speed dial to "X".

  • Page 69: Depth-Of-Field Preview Button

    DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW BUTTON When a lens with an automatic diaphragm is used, the view- finder image is viewed with the lens at maximum aperture. By •Depth of field can only be previewed in the Aperture-Priority depressing the depth-of-field preview button, you stop the lens Auto (A) or Manual (M) exposure modes.

  • Page 70: Meter Coupling Lever

    METER COUPLING LEVER Before mounting a non-AI Nikkor lens, be sure to push the meter coupling lever release button and set the meter coupling lever in the "up" position. Then perform stop-down exposure metering (see page 59). Stop-down exposure metering cannot be performed in Spot Metering.

  • Page 71: Mirror Lockup Lever

    MIRROR LOCKUP LEVER A highly efficient, tungsten-alloy shutter balancer is incorporat- ed in the shutter unit. The balancer operates during shutter With the mirror locked up, you cannot operate the camera in operation to overcome vibration normally caused by the shutter any Auto Exposure or autofocus mode, even though the view- curtain in other cameras.
  • Page 72 SELF-TIMER •To cancel self-timer operation, turn the film advance mode selector to another setting. •In self-timer operation, the shutter is released whether the subject is in focus or not, even in the Single Servo Autofocus mode, so lightly press the shutter release button first while aiming the camera at the subject to secure correct focus.

  • Page 73: Multiple Exposure Lever

    MULTIPLE EXPOSURE LEVER Note that in multiple exposure operation, exposure compensa- tion is required depending on subject brightness, background brightness and number of exposures. You must determine the necessary exposure compensation and make the adjustment. To cancel multiple exposure before releasing shutter, push the multiple exposure lever back to the original position.
  • Page 74 ALTERNATIVE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON A shutter release button is provided at the bottom of the High Speed Battery Pack When not using the MB-21's shutter MB-21. This is convenient for vertical-format shooting. release button, set the lock lever — so the red index is hidden - to prevent unwanted shutter release.

  • Page 75: Sync Terminal

    PC-type plug-in sync cords, and is threaded for use When it's dark, use the viewfinder illuminator to light up all with a Nikon screw-in sync cord. Use this terminal to attach viewfinder information. Turn the switch on, and lightly press the flash units which do not have the standard ISO hot shoe.
  • Page 76 MULTI-METER FINDER DP-20 The Multi-Meter Finder DP-20 is the F4's To remove the finder, push the view- To attach the finder, slide the finder in standard finder. finder release lever towards the finder until it clicks into place. and, while holding in, slide the view- finder, away from the lens.
  • Page 77 For diopters beyond eyepiece and adversely affecting the automatic exposure meter this range, Nikon eyepiece correction lenses for F3HP are reading. Just turn the lever to the left to close the shutter. The recommended.
  • Page 78 Interchangeable Focusing Screens Located at the top of the Multi-Meter Finder DP-20, the ISO- type hot shoe allows direct mounting of a wide range of Nikon Because the light metering system is incorporated in the finder, dedicated electronic speedlights, including SB-24, SB-23, it may be necessary to compensate the measured value when SB-22, SB-20, SB-18, SB-16B and SB-15.

  • Page 79: Flash Photography

    Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash and Center-Weighted Fill-Flash. The Nikon SB-24 Speedlight lets you take advantage of a special photographic tech- nique called rear-curtain sync flash. For details, see page 84.
  • Page 80 In Programmed Auto (Рн, Р) modes, the sync speed of 1/250 sec. has priority, but when the aperture reaches its In Shutter-Priority Auto (S) mode, you can choose sync largest limit (variable according to ISO film speed), the pro- speeds from 1/250 to 4 sec., enabling you to shoot, for gram line fixes the shutter speed at 1/60 second.
  • Page 81 In Aperture-Priority Auto (A) mode, you select aperture and the camera selects a suitable sync speed, within a range of 1/60 to 1/250 sec. (at any ISO film speed). With Manual (M), you control both aperture and shutter speed while the flash exposure is determined by scene brightness and contrast, with Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash control throughout.
  • Page 82 Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash With the system set to Matrix, Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash is Center-Weighted Fill-Flash available. For regular TTL flash photography, or to emphasize detailed Based on a combination of general scene brightness and con- background areas, use Center-Weighted Fill-Flash. In this trast, the exposure value for the background is determined by mode, when the value measured by the center segment is one of five computation methods: Low-Brightness Weighted,...

  • Page 83: Standard Ttl Flash

    •For details on speedlight operation, see the speedlight compensation (on the SB-24) at levels from +1 to -3 EV, for instruction manual. greater personal creativity •Use Nikon Speedlights. Other units may damage the camera's electrical circuit due to incompatible voltage requirements, electric contact alignment or switch phase.
  • Page 84 Rear-Curtain Sync Flash Photography When using the Nikon SB-24, you can synchronize the flash to the instant just before the rear (second) curtain starts moving. Set the SB-24's flash sync mode selector to "REAR." This lets you turn available light into a stream of light that follows the flash illuminated subject.
  • Page 85 Multiple Flash Photography A number of Nikon speedlights can be used for TTL multiple flash photography, each linked to the F4 via TTL remote or TTL multi-flash sync cord. The camera body's built-in sensor auto- matically measures and controls the light from all units.
  • Page 86 With AF-Nikkor lenses or some other lenses in combination with the TC-16 or TC-16A autofocus teleconverter, the F4 provides full autofocus operation. Full manual focusing, or manual focusing with the F4's electronic range- finder, is used with virtually all Nikon F-mount Nikkor and Nikon lenses. Use the following table as a guide. Lens Compatibility Chart...
  • Page 87 1 With maximum aperture faster than f/3.5, use TC-16A Autofocus Converter. Incompatible with maximum aperture 15 In stop-down measurement, set exposure compensation of f/3.5 or slower. dial (or focusing screen exposure compensation dial for 2 With maximum aperture faster than f/5.6. flash photography) to —1.

  • Page 88: Interchangeable Viewfinders

    ACCESSORIES———————————————————————————————— INTERCHANGEABLE VIEWFINDERS In addition to the standard Multi-Meter Finder DP-20, the F4 accepts various other interchangeable viewfinders. To remove AE Action Finder DA-20 the finder (see page 76), turn the viewfinder release lever and Perfect for situations where normal viewing is difficult or impos- slide the finder toward you.
  • Page 89 6Х High-Magnification Finder DW-21 For critical high-magnification close-up work and photomicro- graphy. Its sophisticated optical system provides a clear, sharp view of the entire image at full approx. 6Х magnification. Fitted with a -5 to +3 diopter adjustment for individual eyesight correction, plus a rubber eyecup and rubber eyepiece cover.

  • Page 90: Interchangeable Focusing Screens

    INTERCHANGEABLE FOCUSING SCREENS Nikon offers you a choice of 13 inter- changeable focusing screens. The advanced B-type BnteView screen is supplied with the F4 as standard equip- ment. The following is a chart listing all interchangeable screens. To remove the focusing screen, first remove the finder, then insert your fingernail under the rear edge of the screen and lift it out.

  • Page 92: Power Sources

    Nikon AC/DC Converter MA-4 and External Power cord MC-11 Especially recommended when using the F4 for extended studio use. Supplies constant 15V DC current to MB-22. The MC-11 Cord plugs into the external power terminal of the Nikon External Power Regulator MB-22.

  • Page 93: Optional Speedlights

    Enables off-camera TTL auto flash operation with Nikon Speedlight SB-24, SB-23, SB-22, SB-21B, SB-20, SB-16B or SB-15 and an F4 with optional viewfinder DW-21 or DW-20. In addition, by using the SC-24 with Nikon TTL Remote Cord SC-23, you can use Nikon Speedlight SB-11, SB-14 or SB-140.

  • Page 94: Optional Camera Backs

    OPTIONAL CAMERA BACKS Nikon Multi-Control Back MF-23 The Multi-Control Back MF-23 enables the imprinting of any of the following data: date, time, frame number, serial upcount number, fixed number, shutter speed or aperture and exposure compensation value. Choice of imprint location — on the pic- ture, or between frames.
  • Page 95 The MF-24 allows uninterrupted shooting of up to 250 exposures without changing film. Used with two Nikon 250-Exposure MZ-1 Magazines for loading up to 10m of bulk film. Power sources for the MF-24 are Nikon High Speed Battery Pack MB-21 or External Power Regulator MB-22.

  • Page 96: Viewing Accessories

    The F4's standard, supplied Multi-Meter Finder DP-20 accepts the following accessories. Nikon Eyepiece Correction Lenses Five lenses for Nikon F3HP - -3, -2, 0, +1 and +2 diopters - are available. When used with diopter adjustment dial of the Multi-Meter Finder DP-20 the combined adjustment range will be from —5 to +4 diopters.
  • Page 97 Nikon Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2 Provides 2x magnification of the central portion of the finder image with Eyepiece Adapter DK-1. Eyesight adjustment pro- vided. Useful for critical focusing in close-up photography. Nikon Eyepiece Adapter DK-7 Lets you attach the DR-3 or DG-2 to the Multi-Meter Finder...

  • Page 98: Close-Up Accessories

    CLOSE-UP ACCESSORIES Nikon Auto Extension Rings Compact and lightweight, Nikon Auto Extension Rings slide on and off your camera in seconds for a wide range of reproduc- tion ratios. Models include the PK-11A, 12 and 13. Because information on lens aperture is relayed via the PK ring to the camera, the exposure is determined by TTL full aperture metering.
  • Page 99 Nikon Repro-Copy Outfit PF-4 Enables you to make high-quality photographic copies of photographs, illustrations, drawings or diagrams. *With Nikon High Speed Battery Pack MB-21, use of Nikon Camera Holder Adapter PA-4 is required. Nikon Macro Adapter Ring BR-2A Fits between the camera and lens to enable lenses to be mounted in reverse;...

  • Page 100: Remote Control Accessories

    REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES The following accessories except AR-3 and AR-7 can be used with Nikon High Speed Battery Pack MB-21 or External Power Regulator MB-22. Nikon Remote Cord with Button Release MC-12A For remote control photography up to 3m (9.8 ft) away, the MC-12A has a handgrip, trigger release button and trigger lock lever that make operation convenient.
  • Page 101 The MC-3A Cord plugs into the remote terminal of Nikon High Speed Battery Pack MB-21 or Nikon External Power Regulator MB-22.

  • Page 102: Camera Care Tips

    CAMERA CARE TIPS——————————————————————————— ——— 1. Avoid touching the reflex mirror or focusing screen. Remove dust with a 2. Do not touch the shutter curtains. 3. Do not touch the DX contacts. Keep blower brush. clean with blower brush. in a spiral motion from center to peri- phery.
  • Page 103 6. If the camera malfunctions, remove excessive moisture. When using the batteries and take it immediately to camera near water, guard against an authorized Nikon dealer or service splashes, especially saltwater spray. center. 9. Do not lubricate the camera. 10. Store the camera in a cool, dry place...

  • Page 104: Notes On Batteries

    6. Do not throw used batteries into a fire. 7. If the battery chamber is contaminated by battery leakage, take the camera to an authorized Nikon dealer.
  • Page 105 3. Compared with regular batteries, 4. When replacing batteries, be sure to 5. Keep batteries out of children's reach. NiCd batteries provide greater effi- replace all batteries at the same time. ciency at low temperatures. Always use fresh batteries of the Before charging NiCd batteries, same brand.

  • Page 106: Specifications

    Metering (with Multi-Meter Finder Lens mount Nikon F mount DP-20 or AE Action Finder DA-20); Lenses usable AF Nikkor lenses, and Nikon Spot Metering (with any finder) F-mount lenses Exposure meter switch Activated by lightly pressing shutter Focus modes Manual focus with electronic range- release button;...
  • Page 107 Nikon Film advance In S (single frame) shooting mode, AE Action Finder DA-20, Nikon 6X film automatically advances one High-Magnification Finder DW-21 frame when shutter is released; in and Nikon Waist-Level Finder DW-20 Си...
  • Page 108 Frame counter Two additive types provided — on top of camera and inside viewfinder Flash ready-light Viewfinder LED lights up when Nikon (LCD) dedicated speedlight is ready to fire; Film rewind Choice of automatic or manual; au- blinks to warn of poor camera/...
  • Page 109 Checking battery Battery power is sufficient if view- power finder LCD appears when shutter release button is lightly pressed; This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. LCD remains on for approx. 16 sec, Operation is subject to the following two conditions: after finger is removed from button;...
  • Page 110 F4, or turn each of the ries of other makers are used with it. For these reasons, speedlights off and on once. we recommend the use of AF Nikkor lenses and Nikon system accessories. * Exclusively sold in U.S.A.

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