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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Supplied Accessories

    Nomenclature Focus mode selector PP. 36, 43 Depth-of-field preview button P. 64 Lens release button P. 19 10-pin remote terminal P. 94 Sync terminal P. 79 Self-timer indicator LED P. 67 Film advance mode selector lock release P. 35 Camera strap eyelet Flash sync mode button P.

  • Page 3: Lcd/Viewfinder Display

    Flash sync mode P. 80 About LCD illuminator panel LCD illuminator panel brightness deteriorates over time, and is not a malfunction. Contact an authorized Nikon dealer or service center to replace the illuminator panel (at charge). About LCD • At high temperatures of 60°C (140°F) or above, the display turns black, making it impossible to read.

  • Page 4: Command Dials

    Command Dials The F100’s Main- and Sub-Command Dials are used alone or in combination with other buttons to select/set various functions or modes. ISO film speed button Auto Exposure/ Flash Exposure Bracketing button Flash sync mode button Custom Setting button Shutter speed/aperture lock button...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Nikon F100—a camera that you are sure to enjoy in making photography a bigger part of your life. Get to know your F100 camera, and be sure to read this manual thoroughly before using it. We recommend that you keep this manual handy.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents The “Basic Operation” section introduces battery, lens, film, focusing, exposure and shooting in basic steps easy enough even for SLR camera beginners to take pictures. “Detailed Operation” explains each function, from lens to exposure functions, in detail, in approximately the same order as the steps in the “Basic Operation” section.

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    About This Manual BASIC OPERATION Install Batteries and Check Battery Power P. 16-17 Mount Lens P. 18-19 Load Film P. 20-21 Set Focus Mode, Focus Area and AF Area Mode P. 22-23 Set Metering System and Exposure Mode P. 24-25 Hold Camera and Focus P.

  • Page 8: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION This section features the settings for most common picture-taking situations when using a D-type AF Nikkor lens (including AF-S and AF-I). The shooting modes explained in this section cover most of your shooting situations. Shooting modes/functions explained in this section are as follows: Lens attached D-type AF Nikkor...

  • Page 9: Install Batteries And Check Battery Power

    Install Batteries and Check Battery Power Use four 1.5V AA-type alkaline- manganese or lithium batteries. (See page 88 for other power sources.) Turn the power switch off, and turn the battery holder release knob toward Remove the battery holder and insert batteries with the “+”...

  • Page 10: Mount Lens

    Mount Lens Turn the power switch off and mount the lens to the camera body. Check the lens type. Å CPU Nikkor lens CPU contacts of CPU lens other than G-type CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type (Illustration is D-type Nikkor lens), with aperture ring G-type Nikkor lens, without aperture ring Turn the power switch off and mount the lens to the...

  • Page 11: Load Film

    Load Film Turn the power switch on, set the camera’s film speed setting to DX (page 34) and load DX-coded film. Film speed will be set automatically (ISO 25-5000). Close camera back and press the shutter release button to advance the film to the first frame.

  • Page 12: Set Focus Mode, Focus Area And Af Area Mode

    Set Focus Mode, Focus Area and AF Area Mode Set the focus mode to S (Single Servo AF), focus area to center and AF area mode to (Single Area AF). Set the focus mode selector to S (Single Servo AF). •...

  • Page 13: Set Metering System And Exposure Mode

    Set Metering System and Exposure Mode Set metering system to (Matrix Metering) and exposure mode to (Programmed Auto). Set the metering system selector to Metering) while pressing the metering system selector lock release. • Matrix Metering indication appears in the viewfinder. •...

  • Page 14: Hold Camera And Focus

    Hold Camera and Focus Lightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the camera on the subject and when the subject is in focus, causes to appear in the viewfinder. Hold the camera properly. • Keep your elbow propped against your body for support. •...

  • Page 15: Confirm Indications In Viewfinder And Release Shutter

    Confirm Indications in Viewfinder and Release Shutter Confirm that (in-focus indicator) appears in the viewfinder, then slowly, fully depress the shutter release button. Camera automatically tracks subject that has been moving. Confirm indications in the viewfinder while lightly pressing the shutter release button. (Shutter speed and aperture are shown in 1/3 steps.) •...

  • Page 16: About Metering System And Exposure

    About Metering System and Exposure Metering systems and exposure are important factors for taking pictures. Knowing the characteristics of each factor helps you widen your photographic expression. Metering System As the proper combination of shutter speed and aperture for correct exposure is determined according to subject brightness and film sensitivity, measuring subject brightness is very important.

  • Page 17: Lens Compatibility

    Lens Compatibility Use a CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor) with this camera. D- or G-type AF lenses give you access to all available functions. G-type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lens • The G-type Nikkor lens has no aperture ring; aperture should be selected from camera body.

  • Page 18: Film (Film Speed, Mid-Roll Rewind, Film Advance Mode, Etc.)

    Film Setting and confirming film speed Rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing the film speed button to set film speed in use. • Film speed can be set to and between ISO 6-6400 in 1/3 steps by rotating the Main-Command Dial. •...

  • Page 19: Autofocus (Single Servo Af, Continuous Servo Af, Af Start Button)

    Autofocus Set focus mode selector to S or C for autofocus operation. • Set focus mode selector to S (Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority) or C (Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority). Camera continues to focus automatically on the subject when the shutter release button is lightly pressed. S: Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority The shutter can only be released when in focus indicator viewfinder (Focus-Priority).

  • Page 20: Af Area Mode

    AF Area Mode Autofocus operation lets you select Single Area AF that uses one focus area selected or Dynamic AF that also utilizes the other four focus areas. Rotate AF area mode selector to select AF area mode. • appears when the Single Area AF is selected and Dynamic AF is selected in the LCD panel.

  • Page 21: Focus Lock (Single Servo Af, Continuous Servo Af)

    Focus Lock Focus lock is useful in autofocus shooting when you want to capture a subject that’s framed outside of the F100’s five focus areas, and in situations where autofocus may not work as expected (page 42). Position the focus area on the subject and lightly press the shutter release button.

  • Page 22: Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected

    Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected Autofocus may not work as expected in the following situations. In such situations, focus manually using the clear matte field (page 43) or focus using the method described. Very dark subject Autofocus is possible when an optional Speedlight with the AF-Assist Illuminator (page 92) is used and center focus brackets are selected as the focus area.

  • Page 23: Exposure Metering System (Matrix, Center-Weighted, Spot)

    Exposure Metering System Three choices of the metering system are available to suit the lighting for your subject. Rotate the metering system selector while pressing the metering system lock release to select desired metering system. • Certain metering systems cannot be used with some lenses (page 33). •...

  • Page 24: Shooting In Each Exposure Mode

    Shooting in Each Exposure Mode : Programmed Auto The camera automatically controls exposure according to the exposure combination in the program chart for exposure that is correct for any shooting situation. For more complex shooting, use Flexible Program, exposure compensation (page 54) or exposure bracketing (page 57).
  • Page 25 Shooting in Each Exposure Mode : Shutter-Priority Auto Enables you to manually set your desired shutter speed (30-1/8000 sec.); the camera automatically selects the proper aperture to provide correct exposure. With high shutter speeds, you can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject; with slower speeds, you can create a blurry, motion effect.
  • Page 26 Shooting in Each Exposure Mode : Aperture-Priority Auto Enables you to set the desired aperture manually. The camera automatically selects a shutter speed suitable for correct exposure. By varying the aperture, and thus controlling the depth of field, you can sharpen the background and foreground, or blur the background.
  • Page 27 Shooting in Each Exposure Mode : Manual Enables you to set both shutter speed and aperture manually. With electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder, you can produce various creative effects by adjusting the exposure. Long Time Exposure (Bulb) can be set in Manual exposure mode.

  • Page 28: Autoexposure Lock

    Auto Exposure Lock When you want to control the exposure of a specific area within a scene, measure the exposure on the area with Spot or Center-Weighted Metering, press the button to lock the exposure, then recompose the picture. Set exposure to a mode other than Manual. Rotate the metering system selector while pressing the metering system selector lock release to select Center-Weighted or Spot Metering.

  • Page 29: Manual Exposure Mode

    Exposure Compensation To modify exposure control (i.e. from the ISO standard), use the exposure compensation function. This can be useful when the subject has pronounced contrast or when bracketing exposure with color slide film (where the latitude of the proper exposure is minimal). Use Center- Weighted or Spot Metering.
  • Page 30 Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing • Rotating the Sub-Command Dial while pressing the Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing button changes the setting as follows (when compensation value is set in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or one with Custom Setting): 1. With 1/3 steps Number of shots and Electronic analog compensated EV value...

  • Page 31: Multiple Exposure

    Multiple Exposure Multiple exposure consists of two or more exposures of one or more subjects in the same frame. Multiple exposure can be performed in any of the available exposure modes. Rotate and set the film advance mode selector to while pressing the film advance mode selector lock release.

  • Page 32: Long Time Exposure

    Long Time Exposure This function is useful for shooting nighttime scenes or stars, which require extended exposure of more than 30 sec. The shutter will be open as long as the shutter release button is kept fully depressed. (Use of a tripod is recommended.) Rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing the exposure mode button to select...

  • Page 33: Depth-Of-Field Preview/Film Plane Indicator

    Depth-of-Field Preview/Film Plane Indicator Depress the depth-of-field preview button to confirm the depth of field through the viewfinder (see page 68). • Pressing the depth-of-field button stops the lens down to the aperture controlled in Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode, and down to the aperture selected in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode.

  • Page 34: Changing Camera Back (Data Back Mf-29)

    Changing Camera Back (Data Back MF-29) Optional Data Back MF-29 is available for the F100. Confirm through the film confirmation window that no film is loaded. Open the camera back by sliding the camera back lock release lever while pressing the camera back lock release.

  • Page 35: About Depth Of Field And Focus Tracking

    About Depth of Field and Focus Tracking This camera is equipped with autofocus where focusing is automatically excuted by the camera. Basics of the relationship between focus and depth of field and Focus Tracking are explained in this section. Depth of field When focusing, depth of field should be considered.

  • Page 36: Menu/Features Of Custom Setting

    Menu/Features of Custom Setting Creating Custom Setting Select a menu number by rotating the Main- Command Dial while pressing the Custom Setting button • 22 menus ( to ) are available with the F100. While holding the button, select the desired option number (or character) by rotating the Sub- Command Dial.
  • Page 37 Menu/Features of Custom Setting . Focus area selection changed to continuously in the same direction (page 37) Options: : Disabled (initial setting) : Enabled At default setting, the focus area can be selected by pressing the focus area selector in the desired direction. However, it can be set to be changed continuously in the same direction.
  • Page 38 Menu/Features of Custom Setting .Delay time for auto meter-switch off (page 17) Options : 4 sec. : 6 sec. (initial setting) : 8 sec. : 16 sec. At default setting, the exposure meter automatically turns off 6 sec. after turning the power switch on or lightly pressing the shutter release button. However, it can be changed to 4 sec., 8 sec.

  • Page 39: Two-Button Reset

    (page 70). PHOTOGRAPHY You can enjoy the excitement of the Nikon F100’s advanced flash technology by using Nikon’s advanced SB-80DX, SB-28/28DX, SB-27 or SB-50DX AF Speedlight. With the F100 system you’ll discover the benefits of flash for more picture-taking situations than ever.

  • Page 40: Types Of Ttl Auto Flash

    Types of TTL Auto Flash When an optional Nikon Speedlight is attached and set to TTL mode, the following TTL Auto Flash modes are available depending on the type of lens used. Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash/3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash (Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor)

  • Page 41: Flash Sync Mode Features

    Flash Sync Mode Features Five flash sync modes are available with the F100. Set the flash sync mode by rotating the Main-Command Dial while pressing the flash sync mode button. : Front-Curtain Sync Set the flash sync mode to Front-Curtain Sync for normal flash photography.

  • Page 42: Usable Optional Speedlights

    NOTE: Flash attachments made by manufacturers other than Nikon Use only Nikon Speedlights. Other units may damage the camera’s electrical circuit due to incompatible voltage requirements (not compatible with 250V or higher), electric contact alignment or switch phase.

  • Page 43: Using The Speedlight

    Using the Speedlight Operation described in this section applies when the SB-80DX, SB-50DX, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26 or SB-25 Speedlight and D- or G-type Nikkor are attached, and Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor is used. Attach the Speedlight and set the metering system. •...

  • Page 44: Combinations Of Af Functions

    Snapshot of a moving subject where you let the camera’s autofocus operation determine the focusing. MISCELLANEOUS The Nikon F100 is a high-performance, care of your camera to ensure the best to your picture-taking pleasure. We’ve also included information about these areas carefully.

  • Page 45: Optional Accessories

    • Quick Charger MH-15 recharges a discharged Ni-MH battery MN-15 fully in approx. 70 minutes. This product has the same function as the Quick Charger EH-3 for the Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery Pack EN-3 for the Nikon E3/E3s Digital Camera. The MH-15 can also charge the Ni-MH battery EN-4 for Nikon D1 Digital Camera.

  • Page 46: Focusing Screens

    Micro or DC (Defocus image Control) — is available for the F100. • Filters • Nikon filters can be divided into three types: screw-in, drop-in and rear- interchange. With the F100, the filter factor need not be considered except for the R60 filter.
  • Page 47 Optional Accessories —continued • Data Back MF-29 • Data Back MF-29 allows you to imprint the desired data — year/month/day, month/day/year, day/month/year, day/hour/minute — or leave the film blank. See page 66 for details on attaching Data Back MF-29 in place of the camera back.
  • Page 48 Optional Accessories —continued • Accessories connected to 10-pin remote terminal • By attaching the following accessories to the 10-pin remote terminal of the F100, operations such as remote shooting or automatic shooting are possible. • When the 10-pin remote terminal is not in use, make sure to cover it with the supplied cap.

  • Page 49: Camera Care

    Turn the power on and release the shutter a few times once per month. Nikon cannot be held responsible for any malfunction resulting from the use of the camera other than as specified in this manual.

  • Page 50: Notes On Batteries

    • Replace batteries with new ones or recharge batteries and turn the power on again. If this warning appears frequently, contact authorized Nikon dealer or service center. • Attach CPU lens (except 18, 32 IX-Nikkor). With a non- CPU lens, set the...
  • Page 51 • Release shutter again. blinks If the warning indication remains, or this warning appears frequently, contact authorized Nikon dealer or service center. blinks • Shooting data is full in • Turn the power switch F100’s memory. off once and on again.

  • Page 52: Specifications

    : Manual Picture format 24 x 36mm (standard 35mm film format) Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling, AF contacts) Lens • D- or G-type AF Nikkor: All functions possible • PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D: All functions except autofocus and exposure modes other than Manual possible without shifting and/or tilting the lens •...
  • Page 53 Specifications —continued Shutter Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter Shutter speeds • In , : 30 to 1/8000 sec. • In : 30 to 1/8000 sec. (in 1/3 steps) • In : 30 to 1/8000 sec. (in 1/3 steps), Bulb Sync contact X-contact only;...
  • Page 54 Specifications —continued Exposure meter Auto meter shut-off 6 sec. after power turned on if no operations are performed; activated by lightly pressing shutter release button or pressing AF start button after power is turned on Battery power for sufficient power; confirmation exhaustion;...

  • Page 55: Index

    Index AF area mode...23, 38, 86 Depth of field...50, 68 AF-Assist Illuminator ...42, 83, 92 Diopter adjustment...63 Aperture-Priority Auto exposure Distance information ...30, 44, 78 mode ...50, 84 D-type Nikkor lens...18-19, 32-33 Auto Exposure Bracketing ...57, 73 DX-coded film ...20, 34 Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Dynamic AF mode ...38, 72, 86 Bracketing ...57, 73...

  • Page 56: Custom Setting Menu

    Custom Setting Menu Function Automatic film rewind at the end of film : Disabled (initial setting) roll : Enabled Change of steps of the exposure values : 1/3 steps (initial setting) (shutter speed, aperture, exposure : 1/2 steps compensation or compensated EV value in : 1 steps Bracketing) Bracketing order...
  • Page 57 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. NIKON CORPORATION FUJI BLDG., 2-3, MARUNOUCHI 3-CHOME, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100-8331, JAPAN...

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