Nikon Z fc N2016 Reference Manual

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Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Guide • Read this document thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For your safety” (page 28). • After reading this document, keep it readily accessible for future reference.
Page 2: When Your First Photo Can't Wait
When your first photo can’t wait ❚ ❚ Getting ready Insert the battery and memory card (075). For information on charging the battery, see “Charging the battery” (074). Attach a lens (078). ･ Align the indicator on the camera body with the indicator on the lens (q) and rotate the lens in the direction shown (w).
Page 3 ❚ ❚ Take (085) and view (096) pictures Rotate the mode selector to AUTO (b). To focus, press the shutter-release button halfway (i.e, lightly press the shutter-release button, stopping when it is pressed halfway). Without lifting your finger from the shutter-release button, press the button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
Page 4: Package Contents
･ Purchasers of the lens kit option should confirm that the package also includes a lens. The Nikon Download Center Visit the Nikon download center to download firmware updates, NX Studio and other Nikon software, and documentation for Nikon products including cameras, NIKKOR lenses, and flash units.
Page 5: About This Document
About this document ❚ ❚ Symbols This document employs the following symbols and conventions. 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 6 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” (028). About this document...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of contents When your first photo can’t wait ................2 Package contents .......................4 About this document ....................5 Menu list ........................22 For your safety ......................28 Notices .........................33 Getting to know the camera Parts of the camera ....................36 Camera body ................
Page 8 Charging the battery ....................74 Inserting the battery and a memory card ............75 Battery level ................76 Number of exposures remaining ........77 Attaching a lens ......................78 Detaching lenses ...............79 Opening the monitor ..................... 80 Turning on the camera ..................81 Basic photography and playback Taking photographs (b auto) ................
Page 9 A (aperture-priority auto) ............130 M (manual) ................131 The ISO sensitivity dial ..................137 Adjusting ISO sensitivity ............137 The exposure compensation dial ..............139 Adjusting exposure compensation ......... 139 The A ( g ) button ....................142 Exposure lock ................142 Focus lock ..................142 Locking focus and exposure ..........
Page 10 Wi-Fi connection ..............180 Active D-Lighting ..............181 Electronic VR ................181 Vibration reduction ............... 182 AF-area mode ................182 Focus mode ................182 Playback Viewing pictures ....................183 Full-frame playback ............... 183 Thumbnail playback ..............184 Calendar playback ..............184 Photo information ....................186 File information ...............187 Exposure data ................
Page 11 Photo shooting menu defaults ......... 216 Video recording menu defaults ........220 Custom Settings menu defaults ........222 Setup menu defaults .............227 D The playback menu: Managing images ..........232 Delete ........................232 Playback folder ....................233 Playback display options ................233 Picture review ....................234 Rotate tall ......................234 Slide show ......................234 Viewing slide shows ..............
Page 12 Manage Picture Control .................257 Creating custom Picture Controls ........258 Color space ......................262 Active D-Lighting ..................... 262 Long exposure NR ....................262 High ISO NR ......................263 Vignette control ....................264 Diffraction compensation ................264 Auto distortion control .................. 265 Flicker reduction shooting ................265 Metering ......................266 Flash control .......................267 Flash control mode ..............267...
Page 13 Focus shift shooting ..................319 Focus shift photography ............321 Silent photography ..................327 1 The video recording menu: Video recording options ......329 Reset video recording menu ................330 File naming ......................330 Frame size/frame rate ..................330 Video quality ......................330 Video file type ....................331 ISO sensitivity settings ...................
Page 14 a1: AF-C priority selection ..............344 a2: AF-S priority selection ..............344 a3: Focus tracking with lock-on ............345 a4: Focus points used ................345 a5: Store points by orientation ............346 a6: AF activation ..................348 Out-of-focus release ..............348 a7: Limit AF-area mode selection ............349 a8: Focus point wrap-around ..............
Page 15 d9: Focus peaking ................... 360 Peaking level ................360 Peaking highlight color ............360 d10: View all in continuous mode .............361 e: Bracketing/flash ................... 361 e1: Flash sync speed ................361 e2: Flash shutter speed ................362 e3: Exposure comp. for flash ..............363 e4: Auto c ISO sensitivity control ............
Page 16 Format memory card ..................392 Language ......................393 Time zone and date ..................393 Monitor brightness ..................394 Monitor color balance ..................394 Viewfinder brightness ..................396 Viewfinder color balance ................396 Limit monitor mode selection ..............397 Information display ..................397 AF fine-tuning options ...................397 Creating and saving fine-tuning values ......399 Choosing a default fine-tuning value ......400 Non-CPU lens data ..................
Page 17 Connect to smart device ................408 Pairing (Bluetooth) ..............408 Select for upload (Bluetooth) ..........409 Wi-Fi connection ..............409 Upload while off ..............410 Location data (smart device) ..........410 Connect to computer ..................411 Wi-Fi connection ..............411 Network settings ..............411 Options ..................412 MAC address ................
Page 18 Straighten ......................438 Distortion control .....................438 Perspective control ..................439 Monochrome ..................... 440 Overlay pictures ....................441 Add ....................441 Lighten and darken ............... 445 Trim video ......................448 O My Menu/m Recent settings ...............449 O My Menu: Creating a custom menu ......449 m Recent settings: Accessing recently-used settings..
Page 19 Cabled connections to computers and HDMI devices Connecting to computers via USB ..............489 Installing NX Studio ...............489 Copying pictures to a computer using NX Studio ..490 Connecting to HDMI devices ................494 TVs ....................494 Recorders ...................494 On-Camera flash photography “On-camera” versus “remote” ................497 Camera-mounted flash units ..........
Page 20 Camera displays .....................530 Monitor ..................530 Viewfinder ................. 538 Compatible flash units ..................543 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) ....543 Features available with CLS-compatible flash units .. 543 Notes and tips for optional flash units ......559 Other compatible accessories ................563 Charging the camera with the charging AC adapter..
Page 21 Trademarks and licenses ..................605 Notices ........................608 Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) ..............611 Index Table of contents...
Page 22: 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. PLAYBACK MENU PHOTO SHOOTING MENU Delete Reset photo shooting menu Playback folder Storage folder Playback display options File naming Picture review Choose image area...
Page 23 PHOTO SHOOTING MENU VIDEO RECORDING MENU Release mode Reset video recording menu Focus mode File naming AF-area mode Frame size/frame rate Vibration reduction Video quality Auto bracketing Video file type Multiple exposure ISO sensitivity settings HDR (high dynamic range) White balance Interval timer shooting Set Picture Control Time-lapse video...
Page 24 CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU Reset custom settings Exposure delay mode a Autofocus Shutter type AF-C priority selection Extended shutter speeds (M) AF-S priority selection File number sequence Focus tracking with lock-on Apply settings to live view Focus points used Framing grid display Store points by orientation Focus peaking...
Page 25 CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU SETUP MENU AF tracking sensitivity Format memory card Highlight display Language Time zone and date Monitor brightness Monitor color balance Viewfinder brightness Viewfinder color balance Limit monitor mode selection Information display AF fine-tuning options Non-CPU lens data Save focus position Image Dust Off ref photo Pixel mapping...
Page 26 SETUP MENU RETOUCH MENU Energy saving (photo mode) RAW processing Slot empty release lock Trim Save/load menu settings Resize Reset all settings D-Lighting Firmware version Red-eye correction Straighten Distortion control Perspective control Monochrome Overlay pictures Trim video Menu list...
Page 27 MY MENU Add items Remove items Rank items Choose tab Menu list...
Page 28: 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. After reading these safety instructions, keep them readily accessible for future reference. DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a high risk of death or severe injury.
Page 29 Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as propane, gasoline or aerosols. Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire. Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the lens.
Page 30 Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high or low temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns, or frostbite. CAUTION Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources. Light focused by the lens could cause fire or damage to product’s internal parts.
Page 31 Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories attached. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. DANGER (Batteries) Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire: ･...
Page 32 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 33: 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 34 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 35 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 36: Getting To Know The Camera
Getting to know the camera Parts of the camera Camera body Eyelet for camera strap (073) Video-record button (090) ISO sensitivity dial (049, E (focal plane mark; 0114) Exposure compensation dial 0137) ISO sensitivity dial lock release (050, 0139) (049, 0137) Control panel (040) Stereo microphone (090) Photo/video selector (085,...
Page 37 Sub-command dial (048) Charge lamp (0565) Image sensor (0575) USB connector (0415, 0489) Connector for external CPU contacts microphone (0565) Lens mounting mark (078) Lens release button (079) AF-assist illuminator (088, Lens mount (078, 0114) 0351) Fn button (071, 0116) Red-eye reduction lamp (0162, Body cap (078) 0502)
Page 38 Diopter adjustment control Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (044) Battery-chamber/memory card A ( g ) button (063, 0125, slot cover latch 0142) Battery latch (075) Main command dial (048) Memory card slot (075) i button (068, 0145) Tripod socket J button (065) Monitor (050, 054, 0110) Multi selector (065, 0106) M button (045, 0397)
Page 39 Do not touch the image sensor Under no circumstances should you exert pressure on the image sensor, poke it with cleaning tools, or subject it to powerful air currents from a blower. These actions could scratch or otherwise damage the sensor. For information on cleaning the image sensor, see “Manual cleaning”...
Page 40: Control Panel
Control panel When the camera is turned on, the control panel turns on. The aperture (0130, 0131) is displayed in the control panel. ･ If the aperture is set to F0.95, [.95] is displayed in the control panel. ･ If [Extended shutter speeds (M)] is set to [On], the display switches to indicate that the shutter is open when shooting starts with the shutter speed set to 60 seconds or longer.
Page 41: The Monitor And Viewfinder
The monitor and viewfinder ❚ ❚ Photo mode At default settings, the following indicators appear in the monitor and viewfinder; for a full list of indicators, see “Camera displays” (0530) in “Technical notes”. Monitor Viewfinder Shooting mode (0127) Active D-Lighting (0164) Focus point (0102) Picture Control (0147, 0255) Release mode (0166)
Page 42 Monitor Viewfinder Image area (0243) Shutter speed (0128, 0131) Image size (0161) Subject-tracking AF (0109) Image quality (0160) Metering (0162) i icon (0145) Battery indicator (076) Exposure indicator Shutter type (0357) Exposure (0133) “Clock not set” indicator Exposure compensation (084) (0139) Vibration reduction indicator “k”...
Page 43 ❚ ❚ Video mode Monitor Viewfinder Release mode (still Recording indicator (090) photography; 0335) “No video” indicator (092) Frame size and rate/Video Sound level (0178) quality (0175) Microphone sensitivity (0178) Time remaining (090) Frequency response (0338) Parts of the camera...
Page 44: Camera Controls
Camera controls Viewfinder ･ Placing your eye to the viewfinder activates the eye sensor, switching the display from the monitor to the viewfinder. Note that the eye sensor will also respond to other objects, such as your fingers. ･ The viewfinder can be used for menus and playback if desired. The diopter adjustment control ･...
Page 45: The M (Monitor Mode) Button
The M (monitor mode) button Press the M button to cycle between viewfinder and monitor displays. Press the M button to cycle through the displays as follows. [Automatic display switch]: The camera automatically switches between the viewfinder and monitor displays based on information from the eye sensor.
Page 46 [Monitor only]: The monitor is used for shooting, menus, and playback. The viewfinder display will remain blank even if you put your eye to the viewfinder. [Prioritize viewfinder]: The camera functions in a manner similar to existing digital SLR cameras. ･...
Page 47: The Mode Selector
The mode selector Use the mode selector to choose a shooting mode. Mode Description A simple, “point-and-shoot” mode that leaves the camera in charge of settings AUTO (b) Auto (085, 090). The camera sets shutter speed and Programmed auto aperture for optimal exposure. Shutter-priority You choose the shutter speed;...
Page 48: The Command Dials
To select [X] or [T], or to change from [1/3STEP], [X], [T], or [B], rotate while pressing the shutter-speed dial lock release. 1/4000 s–1/2 s T (Time) (0134) 1–4 s (red text) X (Flash sync) (0361) B (Bulb) (0134) 1/3STEP (1/3 step) (0130) The command dials Rotate the command dials to choose settings for aperture or the functions assigned to other camera controls.
Page 49: The Iso Sensitivity Dial
The ISO sensitivity dial You can rotate the ISO sensitivity dial while pressing the ISO sensitivity dial lock release to adjust the camera’s sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) according to the amount of light available. ❚ ❚ Photo mode ISO sensitivity can be adjusted by holding the ISO sensitivity dial lock release and rotating the ISO sensitivity dial.
Page 50: The Exposure Compensation Dial
The exposure compensation dial You can rotate the exposure compensation dial 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 ･ Higher values make the subject brighter, lower values darker. Monitor The orientation and angle of the monitor can be adjusted.
Page 51 Normal shooting ● When shooting normally, use the monitor so that it is facing out and set in the camera body. Low angle shooting ● Turn the monitor facing up to shoot with the camera at low positions. High angle shooting ●...
Page 52 Self-portrait mode ● When the monitor is facing the front of the camera, the camera changes to self-portrait mode (052). Precautions for the monitor ･ When rotating the monitor, rotate slowly within the allowable range. Applying excessive force will result in damage to the camera body and monitor.
Page 53 ･ If you set the exposure compensation dial to [C] in self-portrait mode, you can tap the monitor to set the exposure compensation. ･ If you tap the self-timer icon (q), you can set the shutter-release delay and the number of shots. ･...
Page 54: Touch Controls
Self-portrait mode In self-portrait mode, note the following: ･ During self-portrait mode, controls other than the power switch, shutter- release button, video-record button, photo/video selector, mode selector, shutter-speed dial, ISO sensitivity dial, and exposure compensation dial are disabled. ･ If no operations are performed for about 1 minute when Custom Setting c3 [Power off delay] >...
Page 55 photography, touch controls are disabled and cannot be used for focus or the like. ❚ ❚ Focusing and releasing the shutter ･ Touch the monitor to focus on the selected point (touch AF). ･ In photo mode, the shutter will be released when you lift your finger from the display (touch shutter).
Page 56 ❚ ❚ 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. ❚...
Page 57 ･ 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. ･ To zoom in on a picture displayed during full-frame playback, use a stretch gesture or give the display two quick taps.
Page 58 ❚ ❚ Viewing videos ･ Videos 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 ･...
Page 59 ❚ ❚ Text entry ･ When a keyboard is displayed, you can enter text by tapping the keys. Text display area Keyboard selection Keyboard area ･ To position the cursor, tap e or f or tap directly in the text display area.
Page 60 ･ Tap menu items to display options. You can then choose the desired option by tapping icons or sliders. ･ To exit without changing settings, tap Z . The touch screen ･ The touch screen responds to static electricity. It may not respond when touched with fingernails or gloved hands.
Page 61: The Disp Button
The DISP button Use the DISP button to cycle through the following displays: ❚ ❚ Photo mode Indicators on Virtual horizon Simplified display Information display (0530) Histogram 1, 2 1 Displayed when [On] is selected for Custom Setting d7 [Apply settings to live view].
Page 62 The viewfinder The DISP button can also be used to choose the information displayed in the viewfinder. Note, however, that the information display does not appear in the viewfinder. Turning off the information display In Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls (shooting)], you can assign [Live view info display off] to turn off the information display at the press of a button.
Page 63: The X And W (Q) Buttons
The X and W ( Q ) buttons Zoom the display in the monitor in or out during shooting or playback. ❚ ❚ Shooting Press X to zoom in on the view through the lens during shooting. Press X to increase the zoom ratio, W (Q) to zoom out. ❚...
Page 64: The G Button
❚ ❚ Playback Protect the current image. The G button Press the G button to view the menus. D [PLAYBACK MENU] (0232) N [RETOUCH MENU] (0424) C [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] O [MY MENU]/m [RECENT (0237) SETTINGS]* (0449) 1 [VIDEO RECORDING MENU] The d Help icon (068) (0329) Current settings...
Page 65 ❚ ❚ Using the menus You can navigate the menus using the multi selector and J button. Move cursor up Move cursor down Cancel and return to previous Select highlighted item menu, or move cursor left Display sub-menu, select highlighted item, or move cursor right Highlight the icon for the current menu.
Page 66 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. Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. Camera controls...
Page 67 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. Select the highlighted option. ･ Press J to select the highlighted option. ･ To exit without making a selection, press the G button. ･...
Page 68: The I Button (The I Menu)
The d (help) icon ･ Where available, a description of the currently-selected item can be viewed by pressing the W (Q) button. ･ Press 1 or 3 to scroll. ･ Press W (Q) again to return to the menus. Touch controls You can also navigate the menus using touch controls (054).
Page 69 ･ Options can be viewed by tapping items in the display or by highlighting items and pressing J; selections can then be made using the multi selector. ･ Items for which the camera displays an on-screen guide can be adjusted by highlighting them in the i menu and rotating a command dial.
Page 70 Highlight Custom Setting f1 or g1 [Customize i menu] and press J. See “The G button” (064) for information on using the menus. Highlight the position you want to change and press J. A list of the items available for the selected position will be displayed.
Page 71: The Fn Button
The Fn button Use the Fn button for quick access to selected settings. ･ By default, the Fn button is assigned white balance (0116). ･ The assigned setting can be adjusted by holding the Fn button and rotating the command dial. In some cases, adjustments can be made using both the main and sub-command dials.
Page 72 Highlight 2 and press J. A list of the items available for the Fn button will be displayed. Highlight the desired item and press J. ･ The item will be assigned to the Fn button and the options shown in Step 2 will be displayed. Press the G button.
Page 73: First Steps
First steps Attaching the strap To attach a strap (whether the supplied strap or one that has been purchased separately): Attaching the strap...
Page 74: Charging The Battery
･ The ambient temperature is too hot or too cold: Use the battery charger at temperatures within the designated temperature range (0–40 °C/+32–104 °F). If the problem persists, unplug the charger and end charging. Bring the battery and charger to a Nikon-authorized service representative. Charging the battery...
Page 75: Inserting The Battery And A Memory Card
Inserting the battery and a memory card ･ Turn the camera off before inserting or removing the battery and memory card. ･ Using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side, slide the battery into the battery chamber until the latch locks it in place.
Page 76: Battery Level
Removing the battery To remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand. Removing the memory card After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Page 77: Number Of Exposures Remaining
･ The battery level display changes as the battery level diminishes, from L through K , and H . When the battery level falls to H , suspend shooting and charge the battery or ready a spare battery. ･ If the message [Shutter release disabled. Recharge battery.] is displayed, charge or exchange the battery.
Page 78: Attaching A Lens
Attaching a lens ･ The camera can be used with Z mount lenses. The lens generally used in this document for illustrative purposes is a NIKKOR Z DX 16–50mm f/3.5–6.3 VR. ･ Be careful to prevent dust entering the camera. ･...
Page 79: Detaching Lenses
- Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place (u). ･ Remove the front lens cap before taking pictures. F mount lenses ･ Be sure to attach the FTZ mount adapter (available separately) before using F mount lenses. ･...
Page 80: Opening The Monitor
Opening the monitor Slowly rotate the monitor without using excessive force. Opening the monitor...
Page 81: Turning On The Camera
Turning on the camera When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language selection screen is displayed. Choose a language and then set the camera clock (no other operations can be performed until the clock is set). Turn the camera on.
Page 82 Choose a time zone. ･ Press 1 or 3 to choose a time zone and press J. ･ The display shows the selected cities in the chosen zone and the difference between the time in the chosen zone and UTC. ･...
Page 83 Turn daylight saving time on or off. ･ 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]. ･ The [Date and time] screen will be displayed. Set the clock.
Page 84 The 1 icon A flashing 1 icon in the shooting display indicates that the camera clock has been reset. The date and time recorded with new photographs will not be correct; use the [Time zone and date] > [Date and time] option in the setup menu to set the clock to the correct time and date.
Page 85: Basic Photography And Playback
Basic photography and playback Taking photographs ( b auto) Select b (auto) mode for simple “point-and-shoot” photography. Lenses with retractable barrels Lenses with retractable barrels must be extended before use. Rotate the zoom ring as shown until the lens clicks into the extended position. Select photo mode by rotating the photo/video selector to C .
Page 86 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. Landscape (wide) Portrait (tall) orientation orientation Frame the photograph. Position the main subject in the AF-area brackets ( 5 ). ･...
Page 87 Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. ･ The focus point will be displayed in green when the camera focuses. If the camera is unable to focus, the AF-area brackets will flash. ･ The AF-assist illuminator may light to assist the focus operation if the subject is poorly lit.
Page 88 The AF-assist illuminator Do not obstruct the AF-assist illuminator while it is lit. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The memory card access lamp The memory card access lamp will light while the photograph is being recorded.
Page 89 The touch shutter You can also take a photograph by touching the monitor. Touch your subject to focus and lift your finger to release the shutter. Zooming in photo mode Press the X button in photo mode to zoom in on the view (up to about 15×). ･...
Page 90: Recording Videos (B Auto)
Recording videos ( b auto) b (auto) mode can also be used for simple, “point-and-shoot” video recording. Select video mode by rotating the photo/video selector to 1. Note that optional flash units cannot be used when the camera is in video mode.
Page 91 Press the video-record button to start recording. ･ 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 ･...
Page 92: Taking Photos In Video Mode
The memory card access lamp The memory card access lamp will light while the video is being recorded. Do not remove the memory card or battery. The 0 icon A 0 icon indicates that videos cannot be recorded. Recording videos ･...
Page 93 ･ A C icon will flash in the display when a photo is taken. ･ The frame advance rate for [Continuous] in [Release mode (save frame)] varies with the option selected for [Frame size/frame rate]. ･ Photos can be taken while recording is in progress. Taking photos does not interrupt video recording.
Page 94 Taking photos in video mode ･ Photo-mode settings do not apply to photos taken in video mode. ･ Up to 40 photographs can be taken with each video. ･ Note that photos can be taken even when the subject is not in focus. ･...
Page 95 Zooming in video mode Press the X button in video mode to zoom in on the view (089). Press the X button during video recording to display at 1:1 (100%). Press the W (Q) button to cancel zoom. Recording videos (b auto)
Page 96: Viewing Photos
Viewing photos Press the K button to view photos and videos recorded with the camera in the monitor or viewfinder. ･ Press 4 or 2 , or flick left or right on the monitor to view other images. ･ Videos are indicated by a 1 icon at the upper left of the monitor. Press the J button, or tap the a icon in the monitor to play back videos.
Page 97 ❚ ❚ Monitor display during video playback The following information is displayed during video playback, allowing you to confirm the video length and playback time. Your approximate position in the video can also be confirmed from the video progress bar. 1 icon Progress bar Length...
Page 98: Deleting Unwanted Pictures
Description Start slow- Press 3 while the video is paused to start slow-motion motion playback. playback ･ Press 4 or 2 while the video is paused to rewind or Jog rewind/ advance one frame at a time. advance ･ Keep 4 or 2 pressed for continuous rewind or advance.
Page 99 Display the picture. ･ Press the K button to start playback and press 4 or 2 until the desired picture is displayed. Delete the picture. ･ Press the O button; a confirmation dialog will be displayed. Press the O button again to delete the image and return to playback. ･...
Page 100: Basic Settings
Basic settings Focus Focus mode Choose how the camera focuses. ❚ ❚ Choosing a focus mode ･ The focus mode can be selected using the [Focus mode] items in the i menu, photo shooting menu, and video recording menu (0173, 0269, 0336).
Page 101 Option Description ･ Use with stationary subjects. When you press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, the focus point will turn from red to green and focus will lock. If the camera fails to focus, the focus point AF-S [Single AF] will flash red and the shutter release will be disabled.
Page 102: Af-Area Mode
Autofocus ･ 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 - The focus point includes night-time spot lighting or a neon sign or other light source that changes in brightness...
Page 103 ❚ ❚ Choosing an AF-area mode ･ AF-area mode can be selected using the [AF-area mode] items in the i menu, photo shooting menu, and video recording menu (0172, 0270, 0336). Option Description ･ With a focus area smaller than that employed for single-point AF, pinpoint AF is used for pinpoint focus on a selected spot in the frame.
Page 104 Option Description [Wide-area ･ As for single-point AF except that the camera focuses AF (S)] on a wider area. ･ Choose for snapshots, subjects that are in motion, and [Wide-area other subjects that are difficult to photograph using AF (L)] single-point AF.
Page 105 Option Description [Auto-area ･ The camera automatically detects the subject and selects the focus area. ･ Use on occasions when you don’t have time to select [Auto-area the focus point yourself, for portraits, or for snapshots AF (people)] and other spur-of-the-moment photos. ･...
Page 106 ❚ ❚ Focus-point selection The multi selector can be used to choose the focus point when an option other than [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], or [Auto- area AF (animals)] is selected for AF-area mode (0102). Detecting faces or eyes of portrait subjects (face/ ❚...
Page 107 subject’s eyes, the yellow focus point will instead appear over one or the other of their eyes. ･ If AF-C is selected for focus mode or if AF-A is selected and the camera is using AF-C, the focus point will light yellow when faces or eyes are detected.
Page 108 Focusing on the faces or eyes of animals (animal- ❚ ❚ detection AF) If [Wide-area AF (L-animals)] or [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected for [AF-area mode] in the photo shooting menu or video recording menu, the camera detects the faces and eyes of dogs and cats (animal- detection AF).
Page 109 ･ During playback, you can zoom in on the face or eye used for focus by pressing J. Animal-detection AF ･ Animal face- and eye-detection may not perform as expected if: - the subject’s face occupies a very large or very small proportion of the frame, - the subject’s face is lit too brightly or too poorly, - the subject’s face or eyes are obscured by fur or other objects,...
Page 110: The Touch Shutter
through the frame. To end tracking and select the center focus point, press J again. In photo mode, if subject tracking was initiated in focus mode AF-C or AF-A by pressing the shutter-release button halfway, the camera will track the subject only while the shutter- release button is pressed;...
Page 111 Tap the icon shown in the illustration to choose the operation performed by tapping the display. Option Description ･ Touch the display to focus on the selected point and lift your finger to release the shutter. If [Wide-area AF (L-people)], [Wide-area AF (L-animals)], [Auto-area AF (people)], or [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected [Touch shutter/...
Page 112: Manual Focus
Option Description ･ Touch the display to position the focus point. The camera will not focus and lifting your finger from the display will not release the shutter. ･ If [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], or [Auto- [Position area AF (animals)] is selected for AF-area mode, the focus camera will track the selected subject as it moves point]...
Page 113 ･ Position the focus point over your subject and rotate the focus or control ring until the subject is in focus. ･ For greater precision, press the X button to zoom in on the view through the lens. ･ The focus indicator ( I ) in the shooting display can be used to confirm whether the subject in the selected focus point is in focus (electronic rangefinding).
Page 114 Focus indicator Description The focus point is in front of the subject. (steady) The focus point is behind the subject. (steady) The camera is unable to focus. (flashes) ･ When using manual focus with subjects not suited to autofocus, note that the in-focus indicator ( I ) may be displayed when the subject is not in focus.
Page 115 Focus peaking ･ If an option other than [Off] is selected for Custom Setting d9 [Focus peaking], objects that are in focus will be indicated by colored outlines that appear when focus is adjusted manually (focus peaking). ･ Note that focus peaking may not be displayed if the camera is unable to detect outlines.
Page 116: White Balance
White balance White balance ensures that white objects appear white, regardless of the color of the light source. The default setting (auto white balance, or j) is recommended with most light sources; if the desired results cannot be achieved with auto white balance, choose another option as described below.
Page 117 ･ When 4 [Auto] or I [Fluorescent] is selected, you can choose a sub-option by holding the Fn button and rotating the sub-command dial. Color Option Description temperature* White balance is adjusted automatically for optimal results with most light sources. If an 4 [Auto] optional flash unit is used, white balance will be adjusted in accord...
Page 118 Color Option Description temperature* H [Direct Use with subjects lit by direct Approx. 5200 K sunlight] sunlight. Use in daylight under overcast G [Cloudy] Approx. 6000 K skies. Use in daylight with subjects in M [Shade] Approx. 8000 K shade. J [Incandescent] Approx.
Page 119 Color Option Description temperature* ･ Measure white balance for the subject or light source or copy white balance from an existing photograph. ･ To choose a white balance L [Preset manual] preset, hold the Fn button and rotate the sub-command dial. ･...
Page 120 Color temperature when shooting with 4 or D ･ The photo info for pictures shot using 4 [Auto] or D [Natural light auto] lists the color temperature selected by the camera at the time the picture was taken. You can use this as reference when choosing a value for K [Choose color temperature].
Page 121: Silent Photography
Silent photography To enable the electronic shutter and eliminate the noise and vibration caused by operation of the mechanical shutter, select [On] for [Silent photography] in the photo shooting menu. ･ An icon is displayed while silent photography is in effect. ･...
Page 122 Silent photography ･ Selecting [On] for [Silent photography] does not completely silence the camera. Camera sounds may still be audible, for example during autofocus or aperture adjustment, in the latter case most noticeably at apertures smaller (i.e., at f-numbers higher) than f/5.6. ･...
Page 123: Rating Pictures
Rating pictures Selected pictures can be rated or marked as candidates for later deletion. Ratings can also be viewed in NX Studio. Protected pictures cannot be rated. Press the K button to start playback. Select the desired picture and press the i button. The playback i menu will be displayed.
Page 124 Choose a rating. ･ Rotate the main command dial to choose a rating of from zero to five stars, or select d to mark the picture as a candidate for later deletion. ･ Press J to select the highlighted option. Rating pictures...
Page 125: 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. Press the K button to start playback. Select the desired picture and press the A ( g ) button. ･...
Page 126 Removing protection from all pictures To remove protection from all pictures in the folder or folders currently selected for [Playback folder] in the playback menu, select [Unprotect all] in the i menu. Protecting pictures from deletion...
Page 127: Shooting Controls
Shooting controls The mode selector Use the mode selector to choose whether shutter speed and/or aperture can be adjusted manually or are set automatically by the camera. Using the mode selector Use the mode selector to choose a shooting mode. Mode Description A simple, “point-and-shoot”...
Page 128: P (Programmed Auto)
Mode Description You control both shutter speed and aperture. Manual Set shutter speed to “bulb” or “time” for long time-exposures. 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.
Page 129 fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion, slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving objects. ･ Rotate the shutter-speed dial to set the shutter speed. ･ To select [X] or [T], or to change from [1/3STEP], [X], [T], or [B], rotate while pressing the shutter-speed dial lock release.
Page 130: A (Aperture-Priority Auto)
Selecting shutter speed in step sizes of 1/3 (modes ❚ ❚ S and M) If the shutter-speed dial is set to [1/3STEP], you can use the main command dial to change the shutter speed. ･ Shutter speed can be set to values between 1/4000 and 30 s in step sizes of 1/3, or [X].
Page 131: M (Manual)
Video mode exposure settings The following video settings can be adjusted during recording: Mode Aperture Speed ISO sensitivity P, S — — — — — 1 Exposure control in shooting mode S is the same as in mode P. 2 The upper limit for ISO sensitivity can be selected using the [ISO sensitivity settings] >...
Page 132 ･ To select [X] or [T], or to change from [1/3STEP], [X], [T], or [B], rotate while pressing the shutter-speed dial lock release. ･ If the shutter-speed dial is set to [1/3STEP], you can use the main command dial to change the shutter speed. Shutter speed can also be set to 15 s or 30 s (0130).
Page 133 Exposure indicators ･ The difference between the exposure value resulting from your setting combination of the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity, and the appropriate exposure value measured by the camera, is displayed in the monitor and viewfinder. These “exposure indicators” are displayed as follows.
Page 134 Shutter speed extension If Custom Setting d5 [Extended shutter speeds (M)] is set to [On], you can select a shutter speed of up to 900 s (15 min) in mode M when the shutter- speed dial is set to [1/3STEP]. ･...
Page 135 Shutter Description speed The exposure starts when the shutter-release button is Time pressed and ends when the button is pressed a second time. Keep the camera steady, for example by using a tripod. Rotate the mode selector to M. Rotate the shutter-speed dial and set the shutter speed to Bulb (“Bulb”) or Time (“Time”).
Page 136 ･ 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 charging AC adapter to prevent loss of power during long exposures.
Page 137: The Iso Sensitivity Dial
The ISO sensitivity dial 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. Adjusting ISO sensitivity ･ Hold the ISO sensitivity dial lock release and rotate the ISO sensitivity dial.
Page 138 sensitivity dial is set to [H1] or [H2], the ISO sensitivity will be set to ISO 51200. Auto ISO sensitivity control when taking photos If you set [ISO sensitivity settings] (0245) > [Auto ISO sensitivity control] in the photo shooting menu to [On], the camera will automatically change the ISO sensitivity when proper exposure cannot be obtained with the ISO sensitivity set in modes P, S, A, and M.
Page 139: The Exposure Compensation Dial
The exposure compensation dial Use this 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 ･ Rotate the exposure compensation dial. ･...
Page 140 select Custom Setting f1 or g1 [Customize i menu] and assign [Exposure compensation] to the i menu (069). Monitor Viewfinder Setting through means other than the exposure ❚ ❚ compensation dial If you set the exposure compensation dial to [C], you can adjust the exposure compensation through other means as follows.
Page 141 Mode M ･ In mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity do not change. The overall brightness of the image also does not change. ･ When auto ISO sensitivity control (0245, 0331) is in effect, ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the value selected for exposure compensation, and the overall brightness of the image changes.
Page 142: The A ( G ) Button
The A ( g ) button Locks focus and exposure at the same time. Exposure lock ･ Exposure lock can be used to recompose shots after metering a subject that will not be in the selected focus area in the final composition.
Page 143 Press the A ( g ) button. ･ Focus and exposure will lock while pressing the A ( g ) button. Exposure will not change even when the composition is altered. ･ An AE-L icon will be displayed in the monitors. Keeping the A ( g ) button pressed, recompose the photograph and shoot.
Page 144 Locking focus when AF-S is selected for focus mode or when AF- A is selected and you are shooting in AF-S Focus locks while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. You can also lock focus by pressing the A ( g ) button. 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 145: The I Menu
The i menu The i menu This menu is used for quick access to frequently-used settings. To view the menu, press the i button. ･ Highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options. Highlight the desired option and press J to select and return to the i menu.
Page 146 The command dials ･ In some cases, the setting for the item currently highlighted in the i menu can be chosen by rotating the main command dial. Options for the selected setting, if any, can be selected by rotating the sub-command dial. ･...
Page 147: Still Images
Still images Set Picture Control (0147) Wi-Fi connection (0164) White balance (0153) Active D-Lighting (0164) Image quality (0160) Release mode (0166) Image size (0161) Vibration reduction (0171) Flash mode (0162) AF-area mode (0172) Metering (0162) Focus mode (0173) Set Picture Control Choose image processing (“Picture Control”) options for new photos according to the scene or your creative intent.
Page 148 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 the [Auto] [Standard] Picture Control. ･ In outdoor shots, elements such as the foliage and sky will appear more vivid than in pictures taken with the [Standard] Picture Control.
Page 149 Option Description ･ Creative Picture Controls offer unique combinations of hue, tone, saturation, and [Creative Picture other settings tuned for particular effects. k 01– Control] ･ Choose the type from [Dream], [Morning], k 20 (Creative Picture [Pop], [Sunday], [Somber], [Dramatic], Control) [Silence], [Bleached], [Melancholic], [Pure], [Denim], [Toy], [Sepia], [Blue], [Red], [Pink],...
Page 150 ❚ ❚ Modifying Picture Controls Highlighting [Set Picture Control] in the i menu and pressing J displays a Picture Control list. Highlight a Picture Control and press 3 to preview the effect in the display. ･ 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 151 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 152 Option Description [Contrast] Adjust contrast. Raise or lower brightness without loss of detail in [Brightness] highlights or shadows. [Saturation] Control the vividness of colors. [Hue] Adjust hue. Simulate the effect of color filters on [Filter effects] monochrome pictures. Choose the tint used in monochrome pictures. Pressing 3 when an option other than [B&W] [Toning] (black-and-white) is selected displays saturation...
Page 153: White Balance
White balance Adjust white balance. For more information, see “White balance” in “Basic settings” (0116). Option Option 4 [Auto] J [Incandescent] i [Keep white (reduce warm I [Fluorescent] colors)] [Cool-white fluorescent] j [Keep overall atmosphere] [Day white fluorescent] k [Keep warm lighting colors] [Daylight fluorescent] D [Natural light auto] 5 [Flash]...
Page 154 ･ The option currently selected is shown in the display during shooting. ❚ ❚ Fine-tuning white balance Pressing J when [White balance] is highlighted in the i menu displays a list of white balance options. If an option other than K [Choose color temperature] is highlighted, fine-tuning options can be displayed by pressing 3 .
Page 155 ･ Tap the arrows in the display or use the multi selector to fine-tune white balance. ･ Press J to save changes and return to the i menu. ･ If white balance has been fine-tuned, an asterisk (“ U ”) will be displayed in the white balance icon.
Page 156 Color-temperature selection ･ Do not use color-temperature selection with fluorescent light sources; instead, use the I [Fluorescent] option. ･ When using color-temperature selection with other light sources, take a test shot to determine if the selected value is appropriate. ❚ ❚ Preset manual White balance settings such as 4 [Auto], J [Incandescent], and K [Choose color temperature] may fail to produce the desired results...
Page 157 Highlight [White balance] in the i menu and hold the J button to initiate direct measurement mode. ･ A L indicator will flash in the shooting display. ･ The white balance target ( r ) appears in the center of the frame. Still images...
Page 158 Position the white balance target ( r ) over a white or gray object and measure a value for preset manual white balance. ･ Position the target ( r ) using the multi selector. ･ To measure white balance, press the shutter-release button all the way down or press J.
Page 159 The preset manual white balance menu The preset manual white balance menu can be accessed by selecting [White balance] > L [Preset manual] in the photo shooting menu. The preset manual white balance menu offers options for copying values for preset manual white balance from an existing photograph or adding comments to or protecting white balance presets.
Page 160: Image Quality
Image quality Choose a file format for photographs. Option Description [RAW + JPEG fine] ･ Record two copies of each photo: a RAW image and a JPEG copy. [RAW + ･ Only the JPEG copy is displayed during playback. The RAW JPEG copies can only be viewed using a computer.
Page 161: Image Size
･ RAW processing can be performed in-camera using the [RAW processing] item in the retouch menu or on a computer using Nikon’s NX Studio software. NX Studio is available free-of-charge from the Nikon Download Center.
Page 162: Flash Mode
Image size Image area Large Medium Small [DX (24×16)] 5568×3712 4176×2784 2784×1856 [1:1 (16×16)] 3712×3712 2784×2784 1856×1856 [16:9 (24×14)] 5568×3128 4176×2344 2784×1560 Flash mode Choose a flash mode for optional flash units. The options available vary with the shooting mode. Option Available in [Fill flash]...
Page 163 Option Description The camera meters a wide area of the frame and sets [Matrix exposure according to tone distribution, color, metering] composition, and distance for results close to those seen by the naked eye. ･ The camera assigns the greatest weight to the center of the frame.
Page 164: Wi-Fi Connection
The option currently selected is shown in the display during shooting. Wi-Fi connection Enable or disable Wi-Fi. ･ Enable Wi-Fi to establish wireless connections to computers or between the camera and smartphones or tablets (smart devices) running the SnapBridge app (0483). ･...
Page 165 or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day. Active D-Lighting is most effective when used with matrix metering. [ Y Auto] [Off] Option Description The camera automatically adjusts Active D-Lighting in Y [Auto] response to shooting conditions. Z [Extra high] P [High] Choose the amount of Active D-Lighting performed from [Extra high], [High], [Normal], and [Low].
Page 166: Release Mode
Active D-Lighting ･ “Noise” in the form of randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines may appear in photos taken with Active D-Lighting. ･ In mode M, [ Y Auto] is equivalent to [ Q Normal]. ･ Uneven shading may be visible with some subjects. ･...
Page 167 ･ Pressing 3 when [Continuous L] is highlighted displays frame advance rate options. ･ The option currently selected is shown in the display during shooting. Still images...
Page 168 The shooting display In continuous low-speed and continuous high-speed modes, the display is updated in real time even while shooting is in progress. Frame advance rate Frame advance rate varies with camera settings. Silent photography Image RAW bit Release mode quality depth JPEG...
Page 169 ･ If the battery is exhausted while images remain in the buffer, the shutter release will be disabled and the images transferred to the memory card. Continuous H (extended) Depending on the camera settings, continuous photography may result in apparent variations in exposure. If you notice changes in exposure, perform exposure lock (0142) to lock the exposure during burst photography.
Page 170 In [Release mode] in the i menu, highlight [Self-timer] and press Choose the desired shutter-release delay and number of shots. Press J to select the highlighted option. 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 focus mode.
Page 171: Vibration Reduction
Start the timer. ･ A E icon appears in the shooting display when the self-timer is enabled. ･ Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer; the self-timer lamp will begin to flash. The lamp stops flashing two seconds before the timer expires.
Page 172: Af-Area Mode
An icon appears in the display when a setting other than [Off] is selected. Using vibration reduction: Notes ･ Vibration reduction may be unavailable with some lenses. ･ We recommend that you wait for the image in the display to stabilize before shooting.
Page 173: Focus Mode
Option Option [Wide-area AF (L-animals)] 5 [Auto-area AF (people)] h [Auto-area AF] 6 [Auto-area AF (animals)] The option currently selected is shown in the display during shooting. Focus mode Focus mode controls how the camera focuses. For more information, see “Focus mode”...
Page 174: Videos
Videos Set Picture Control (0175) Wi-Fi connection (0180) White balance (0175) Active D-Lighting (0181) Frame size and rate/Video Electronic VR (0181) quality (0175) Vibration reduction (0182) Microphone sensitivity (0178) AF-area mode (0182) Wind noise reduction (0179) Focus mode (0182) Metering (0180) [Same as photo settings] If [Same as photo settings] is selected for [Set Picture Control], [White balance], [Active D-Lighting], or [Vibration reduction] in the video...
Page 175: Set Picture Control
Set Picture Control Choose a Picture Control for video recording. For more information, see “Still images” (0147). White balance Adjust white balance for video recording. For more information, see “Still images” (0153). Frame size and rate/Video quality Select the video frame size (in pixels), frame rate, and video quality. ❚...
Page 176 Max. bit rate Option Max. recording time High quality Normal 56 Mbps 28 Mbps [1920×1080; 50p] z / z 1 / 1 [1920×1080; 30p] 29 min. 59 s 2 / 2 [1920×1080; 25p] 28 Mbps 14 Mbps 3 / 3 [1920×1080; 24p] [1920×1080;...
Page 177 The option currently selected for [Frame size/frame rate] is shown in the display during shooting. ❚ ❚ Slow motion videos You can record slow motion videos by selecting [1920×1080; 30p ×4 (slow-motion)], [1920×1080; 25p ×4 (slow-motion)], or [1920×1080; 24p ×5 (slow-motion)] for [Frame size/frame rate]. Sound is not recorded.
Page 178: Microphone Sensitivity
Frame rate Frame rate when Frame size/frame rate when reading recording and images* playing back videos* 1920×1080; 25p ×4 (slow- 100p motion) 1920×1080; 24p ×5 (slow- 120p motion) 120p: 119.88 fps, 100p: 100 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 25p: 25 fps, 24p: 23.976 When recording slow motion videos The following features cannot be used when recording slow motion videos.
Page 179: Wind Noise Reduction
･ At settings other than b A, the option currently selected is shown in the display. ･ If the sound level is displayed in red, the volume is too high. Reduce microphone sensitivity. Videos without sound Videos recorded with [Microphone off] selected for microphone sensitivity are indicated by a 2 icon.
Page 180: Metering
Option Description Enables the low-cut filter, reducing noise produced by wind blowing [On] over the built-in microphone. Note that other sounds may also be affected. [Off] Disables wind noise reduction. An icon appears in the display when [On] is selected. Selecting [On] for [Wind noise reduction] has no effect on optional stereo microphones.
Page 181: Active D-Lighting
Active D-Lighting Preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating videos with natural contrast. Select [Same as photo settings] to use the option currently selected for photos. For more information about Active D-Lighting, see “Still images” (0164). [Same as photo settings] Note that if [Same as photo settings] is selected for Active D-Lighting in the video recording menu and [Auto] is selected in the photo shooting menu, videos will be shot at a setting equivalent to [Normal].
Page 182: Vibration Reduction
Vibration reduction Choose whether to enable vibration reduction in video mode. For more information, see “Still images” (0171). AF-area mode AF-area mode controls how the camera selects the focus-point for autofocus. For more information, see “AF-area mode” in the “Focus” section of “Basic settings”...
Page 183: Playback
Playback Viewing pictures Full-frame playback Press the K button to view the most recent picture full frame in the display. ･ Press 4 to return to the previous frame, 2 to skip to the next frame. ･ Press 1 , 3 , or the DISP button to view more information on the current picture (0186).
Page 184: Thumbnail Playback
Thumbnail playback To view multiple pictures, press the W (Q) button when a picture is displayed full frame. ･ The number of pictures displayed increases from 4 to 9 to 72 each time the W (Q) button is pressed, and decreases with each press of the X button.
Page 185 Press 1 or 3 to highlight pictures in the thumbnail list. To return to the date list, press the W (Q) button a second time. ･ To zoom in on the picture highlighted in the thumbnail list, press and hold the X button. ･...
Page 186: Photo Information
Photo information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press 1 , 3 , or the DISP button to cycle through photo information as shown below. File information Shooting data 1, 2 Exposure data Location data Highlight display Overview data RGB histogram None (picture only)
Page 187: File Information
File information Protect status (0125) Image area (0243) Retouch indicator (0424) Time of recording (0393) Upload marking (0202) Date of recording (0393) Focus point* (085) Rating (0123) Frame number/total number of Folder name (0238) frames File name (0242) Image quality (0160) Image size (0161) Displayed only if [Focus point] is selected for [Playback display options] in the playback menu.
Page 188: Exposure Data
Exposure data Folder number–frame number Aperture (0130, 0131) (0238) Exposure compensation value Shooting mode (0127) (0139) Shutter speed (0128, 0131) ISO sensitivity* (0137) Displayed in red if the picture was taken in mode P, S, A, or M with auto ISO sensitivity control enabled.
Page 189: Rgb Histogram
RGB histogram Folder number–frame number Histogram (RGB channel) (0238) Histogram (red channel) White balance (0116, 0153, Histogram (green channel) Histogram (blue channel) 0248) Color temperature (0155) Preset manual (0156) White balance fine-tuning (0154) Photo information...
Page 190 Playback zoom To zoom in on the picture in the histogram display, press X. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the display. Use the multi selector to scroll to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor.
Page 191 left. Histograms can provide a rough idea of overall exposure when bright ambient lighting makes it difficult to see pictures in the monitor. The histogram display ･ RGB histograms show tone distribution. ･ Camera histograms may differ from those displayed in imaging applications.
Page 192: 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 . ❚ ❚ Basic shooting data Metering (0162) Focus mode (0100) Shutter type (0357) AF-area mode (0102) Shutter speed (0128, 0131)
Page 193 3 Also includes the color temperature for pictures taken using 4 [Auto]. Photo information...
Page 194 ❚ ❚ Flash data Flash data are displayed only for pictures taken with optional flash units (0497, 0508). Flash type Flash mode (0502) Remote flash control Flash control mode (0501) Flash compensation (0504) ❚ ❚ Picture Control data The items displayed vary with the Picture Control in effect when the picture was taken.
Page 195 ❚ ❚ Other shooting data High ISO noise reduction Vignette control (0264) (0263) Retouch history (0424) Long exposure noise reduction Changes are listed in the order (0262) applied. Active D-Lighting (0164) Image comment (0404) HDR exposure differential (0289) HDR smoothing (0289) ❚...
Page 196: Location Data
Location data The location data page lists the latitude, longitude, and other location data downloaded from smartphones or tablets. ･ The items listed vary with the device supplying the location data. ･ The location data displayed with videos are those reported at the start of recording.
Page 197: Overview
Overview Frame number/total number of Image quality (0160) frames Image size (0161) Upload marking (0202) Image area (0243) Protect status (0125) File name (0242) Retouch indicator (0424) Time of recording (0393) Camera name Date of recording (0393) Image comment indicator Folder name (0238) (0404) Rating (0123)
Page 198 Metering (0162) White balance (0116, 0153, Shooting mode (0127) 0248) Shutter speed (0128, 0131) Color temperature (0155) Aperture (0130, 0131) Preset manual (0156) White balance fine-tuning ISO sensitivity (0137) (0154) Focal lengths Flash compensation (0504) Active D-Lighting (0164) Commander mode Picture Control (0147, 0255) Exposure compensation value Color space (0262)
Page 199: The I Button (Playback Mode)
The i button (playback mode) 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. ･...
Page 200 Option Description Select a folder. You can then highlight a folder and [Choose folder] press J to view the pictures it contains. Add protection to or remove protection from the [Protect] current picture (0125). Remove protection from all pictures in the folder [Unprotect all] currently selected for [Playback folder] in the playback menu.
Page 201: Videos
[Side-by-side comparison] Choose [Side-by-side comparison] to compare retouched copies with the unretouched originals. Options used to create copy Retouched copy Source image ･ The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right. ･ The options used to create the copy listed at the top of the display. ･...
Page 202: Videos (Playback Paused)
Option Description [Select for upload Select the current video for upload (0202). to computer] [Volume control] Adjust playback volume. Trim footage from the current video and save the [Trim video] edited copy in a new file (0204). Select a folder. You can then highlight a folder and [Choose folder] press J to view the pictures it contains.
Page 203 - [Select for upload 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 (0408). - [Select for upload to computer]: Displayed when the camera is connected to a computer via built-in Wi-Fi using [Connect to computer] in the setup menu (0411).
Page 204 ❚ ❚ Choose start/end point Trim footage from the current video and save the edited copy in a new file. Display a video full frame. Pause the video on the new opening frame. ･ Press the J button to start playback videos. Press 3 to pause. ･...
Page 205 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 206 Choose the end point. ･ Press the A ( g ) button 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 207 Choose a save option. ･ Choose [Save as new file] and press the J button to save the edited copy as a new file. ･ To replace the original video with the edited copy, highlight [Overwrite existing file], press J, and then highlight [Yes] and press J.
Page 208 Pause the video 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. [Save current frame] ･...
Page 209: Playback Zoom
Playback zoom Press X or J to zoom in on photos displayed in full-frame playback. [DX (24×16)]-format images can be zoomed in to a maximum of approximately 21× for Large, 16× for Medium, or 10× for Small. Using playback zoom Description ･...
Page 210 Description Faces detected during zoom are indicated by white borders in the navigation window. Rotate the sub-command dial or tap the on-screen guide to view other faces. Select faces Rotate the main command dial to view the same location in View other photos without changing the zoom ratio (selecting a video other...
Page 211: 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, however, cannot be deleted. Using the delete button Press the O button to delete the current picture. Select the desired picture with the multi selector and press the O button.
Page 212: 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 Q [Selected pictures] Delete selected pictures. Delete all pictures taken on selected dates [Pictures shot on selected dates] (0213).
Page 213 Delete the pictures. ･ Press J; a confirmation dialog will be displayed. ･ Highlight [Yes] and press J to delete the selected pictures. ❚ ❚ Pictures shot on selected dates Select dates. ･ Highlight dates using the multi selector and press 2 to select; selected dates are marked with M icons.
Page 214 Delete the pictures. ･ Press J; a confirmation dialog will be displayed. ･ Highlight [Yes] and press J to delete all the pictures taken on the selected dates. Deleting pictures...
Page 215: Menu Guide
Menu guide Defaults The defaults for the playback, photo shooting, video recording, 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 (picture only)]...
Page 216: Photo Shooting Menu Defaults
Playback menu option Default [Rating] — Photo shooting menu defaults Photo shooting menu option Default [Reset photo shooting menu] — [Storage folder] [Rename] NZ_FC [Select folder by number] [Select folder from list] — [File naming] [Choose image area] DX (24×16) [Image quality] JPEG normal [Image size]...
Page 217 Photo shooting menu option Default [Choose color temperature] 5000 K [Preset manual] [Set Picture Control] Auto [Manage Picture Control] — [Color space] sRGB [Active D-Lighting] [Long exposure NR] [High ISO NR] Normal [Vignette control] Normal [Diffraction compensation] [Auto distortion control] [Flicker reduction shooting] [Metering] Matrix metering...
Page 218 Photo shooting menu option Default [Auto bracketing] [Auto bracketing set] AE & flash bracketing [Number of shots] [Increment] [Multiple exposure] [Multiple exposure mode] [Number of shots] [Overlay mode] Average [Save individual pictures (RAW)] [Overlay shooting] [Select first exposure (RAW)] — [HDR (high dynamic range)] [HDR mode] [Exposure differential]...
Page 219 Photo shooting menu option Default [Interval priority] [Focus before each shot] [Options] [Starting storage folder] [New folder] [Reset file numbering] [Time-lapse video] [Interval] [Shooting time] 25 min. [Exposure smoothing] [Silent photography] [Frame size/frame rate] 1920×1080; 60p [Interval priority] [Focus before each shot] [Focus shift shooting] [No.
Page 220: Video Recording Menu Defaults
Photo shooting menu option Default [Reset file numbering] [Silent photography] Video recording menu defaults Video recording menu option Default [Reset video recording menu] — [File naming] [Frame size/frame rate] 1920×1080; 60p [Video quality] High quality [Video file type] [ISO sensitivity settings] [Maximum sensitivity] 25600 [Auto ISO control (mode M)]...
Page 221 Video recording menu option Default [Vignette control] Normal [Diffraction compensation] [Auto distortion control] [Flicker reduction] Auto [Metering] Matrix metering [Release mode (save frame)] Single frame [Focus mode] Full-time AF [AF-area mode] Auto-area AF (people) [Vibration reduction] Same as photo settings [Electronic VR] [Microphone sensitivity] Auto...
Page 222: Custom Settings Menu Defaults
Custom Settings menu defaults Custom Settings menu option Default [Reset custom settings] — [AF-C priority selection] Release [AF-S priority selection] Focus [Focus tracking with lock-on] [Focus points used] All points [Store points by orientation] [AF activation] Shutter/AF-ON [Limit AF-area mode selection] [Pinpoint AF] [Single-point AF] L (cannot be deselected)
Page 223 Custom Settings menu option Default [Dynamic-area AF assist] a10 [Low-light AF] a11 [Built-in AF-assist illuminator] [Manual focus ring in AF Enable mode] [Easy exposure compensation] [Center-weighted area] Φ 8 mm [Fine-tune optimal exposure] [Matrix metering] [Center-weighted metering] [Spot metering] [Highlight-weighted metering] [b mode exposure comp.] Enable...
Page 224 Custom Settings menu option Default [Standby timer] 30 s [CL mode shooting speed] 3 fps [Maximum shots per burst] [Exposure delay mode] [Shutter type] Auto [Extended shutter speeds (M)] [File number sequence] [Apply settings to live view] [Framing grid display] [Focus peaking] [Peaking level] [Peaking highlight color]...
Page 225 Custom Settings menu option Default Set Picture Control, White balance, Image quality, Image size, Flash mode, Metering, [Customize i menu] Wi-Fi connection, Active D-Lighting, Release mode, Vibration reduction, AF-area mode, Focus mode [Custom controls (shooting)] [Fn button] White balance [AE-L/AF-L button] AE/AF lock [OK button] Select center focus point...
Page 226 Custom Settings menu option Default Exposure setting: Off, Autofocus [Change main/sub] setting: Off [Menus and playback] [Sub-dial frame advance] 10 frames [Release button to use dial] [Reverse indicators] Set Picture Control, White balance, Frame size and rate/Video quality, Microphone sensitivity, Wind noise reduction, Metering, [Customize i menu]...
Page 227: Setup Menu Defaults
Custom Settings menu option Default [Lens control ring] (Varies with lens) [AF speed] [When to apply] Always [AF tracking sensitivity] [Highlight display] [Display pattern] [Highlight display threshold] Setup menu defaults Setup menu option Default [Format memory card] — (Default varies with country of [Language] purchase) [Time zone and date]...
Page 228 Setup menu option Default [Viewfinder brightness] Auto [Viewfinder color balance] A-B: 0, G-M: 0 [Limit monitor mode selection] [Automatic display switch] [Viewfinder only] [Monitor only] [Prioritize viewfinder] [Information display] Dark on light [AF fine-tuning options] [AF fine-tune] [Fine-tune and save lens] —...
Page 229 Setup menu option Default [Copyright information] [Attach copyright information] [Beep options] [Beep on/off] [Volume] [Pitch] [Touch controls] [Enable/disable touch controls] Enable [Full-frame playback flicks] Left V Right [Self-portrait mode] Enable [HDMI] [Output resolution] Auto [Advanced] [Output range] Auto [External recording control] [Airplane mode] Disable [Connect to smart device]...
Page 230 Setup menu option Default [Upload while off] [Location data (smart device)] [Latitude] — [Longitude] — [Altitude] — [UTC] — [Connect to computer] [Wi-Fi connection] Disable [Network settings] — [Options] [Auto upload] [Delete after upload] [Upload file as] RAW + JPEG [Deselect all?] —...
Page 231 Setup menu option Default [USB power delivery] Enable [Energy saving (photo mode)] Enable [Slot empty release lock] Enable release [Save/load menu settings] — [Reset all settings] — [Firmware version] — Defaults...
Page 232: D The Playback Menu: Managing Images
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 [Rotate tall] [Delete] [Playback folder] [Slide show] [Playback display options] [Rating] [Picture review] See also...
Page 233: Playback Folder
Option Description [Pictures shot on Delete all pictures taken on selected dates. selected dates] Delete all pictures in the folder currently R [All pictures] selected for [Playback folder] in the playback menu. Playback folder G button U D playback menu Choose a folder for playback.
Page 234: Picture Review
Picture review G button U D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. Option Description Pictures appear in the currently-selected display (monitor [On] or viewfinder) as they are taken. Pictures are displayed after shooting only when the [On (monitor monitor is used to frame shots.
Page 235: Viewing Slide Shows
Option Description [Start] Start the slide show. ･ Choose the type of picture displayed. ･ Select [By rating] to view only pictures with selected [Picture type] ratings. Highlight ratings and press 2 to select ( M ) or deselect ( U ). [Frame Choose how long each picture will be displayed.
Page 236: Rating
Description Exit to playback Press K to end the slide show and return to the mode playback display. Press the shutter-release button halfway to return to Resume shooting shooting mode. A dialog is displayed when the show ends. To restart, highlight [Restart] and press J.
Page 237: C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options
C The photo shooting menu: Shooting options To view the photo shooting menu, select the C tab in the camera menus. The photo shooting menu contains the following items: Item Item [Reset photo shooting menu] 238 [Active D-Lighting] [Storage folder] [Long exposure NR] [File naming] [High ISO NR]...
Page 238: Reset Photo Shooting Menu
Item Item [Focus mode] [HDR (high dynamic range)] [AF-area mode] [Interval timer shooting] [Vibration reduction] [Time-lapse video] [Auto bracketing] [Focus shift shooting] [Multiple exposure] [Silent photography] See also “Photo shooting menu defaults” (0216) Reset photo shooting menu G button U C photo shooting menu Restore photo shooting menu options to their default values.
Page 239: Renaming Folders
Renaming folders The default folder name, which appears after the folder number, is “NZ_FC”. To change the name assigned to new folders, select [Rename]. ･ Existing folders cannot be renamed. ･ If desired, the default name can be restored for subsequent folders by pressing and holding the O button while the keyboard is displayed.
Page 240 Choose [Select folder by number]. ･ Highlight [Select folder by number] and press 2 to display the [Select folder by number] dialog. Choose a folder number. ･ Press 4 or 2 to highlight digits. ･ To change the highlighted digit, press 1 or 3 . Save changes and exit.
Page 241: Select Folder From List
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 242: File Naming
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 current folder contains 5000 pictures (in addition, video recording will be disabled if the camera calculates that the number of files needed to record a video of the maximum length would result in the folder containing over 5000 files), or - the current folder contains a picture numbered 9999 (in addition,...
Page 243: Choose Image Area
File names ･ File names take the form “DSC_nnnn.xxx”. nnnn is a number from 0001 to 9999. xxx is one of the following extensions, assigned according to the options selected for image quality and file type: - NEF: RAW photos - JPG: JPEG (fine, normal, or basic) photos - MOV: MOV videos - MP4: MP4 videos...
Page 244: Image Quality
Image quality G button U C photo shooting menu Choose a file format for photographs. For more information, see “Image quality” in “The i menu” (0160). Image size G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the size, in pixels, of pictures recorded with the camera. Note that image size varies with the option selected for image area.
Page 245: Raw Recording
Size (cm/in.) when printed at 300 Image area Image size dpi* Medium (4176 × 2344 Approx. 35.4 × 19.8 cm/13.9 × 7.8 pixels) [16:9 (24×14)] Small (2784 × 1560 Approx. 23.6 × 13.2 cm/9.3 × 5.2 in. pixels) Print size in inches equals image size in pixels divided by printer resolution in dots per inch (dpi;...
Page 246 exposure cannot be achieved at the value selected by the user in modes P, S, A, and M. Option Description [ISO The ISO sensitivity selected with the ISO sensitivity dial is sensitivity] displayed. Highlight [On] and press J to enable auto ISO [Auto ISO sensitivity control.
Page 247 Option Description Choose the shutter speed (1/4000 to 30 s) below which auto ISO sensitivity control will kick in to prevent underexposure in modes P and A. If [Auto] is selected, the camera will choose the minimum shutter speed based on lens focal length. For example, the camera will automatically choose faster minimum shutter speeds to prevent blur caused by camera [Minimum...
Page 248: White Balance
Auto ISO sensitivity control ･ If the ISO sensitivity selected with the ISO sensitivity dial is higher than that set in [Maximum sensitivity], the value selected with the ISO sensitivity dial will serve as the maximum sensitivity. ･ 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 249: The White Balance Menu: Fine-Tuning
The white balance menu: Fine-tuning 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 L [Preset manual] white balance, see “Fine-tuning preset manual white balance” (0254). Fine-tune white balance.
Page 250 Save changes. ･ Press J to save changes and exit to the menus. ･ If white balance has been fine-tuned, an asterisk (“ U ”) will be displayed in the icon. 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.
Page 251: The White Balance Menu: Choosing A Color Temperature
The white balance menu: Choosing a color temperature 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 K [Choose color temperature] and press 2 . Choose a color temperature.
Page 252: Preset Manual: Copying White Balance From A Photograph
Color-temperature selection ･ Do not use color-temperature selection with fluorescent light sources; instead, use the I [Fluorescent] option. ･ When using color-temperature selection with other light sources, take a test shot to determine if the selected value is appropriate. Preset manual: Copying white balance from a photograph The white balance values for existing photographs can be copied to selected presets.
Page 253 Choose [Select picture]. Highlight [Select picture] and press 2 to view the pictures on the memory card. Highlight the source image. ･ Use the multi selector to highlight the desired picture. ･ To view the highlighted picture zoomed in, press and hold the X button.
Page 254 Fine-tuning preset manual white balance The selected preset can be fine-tuned by selecting [Fine-tune] in the preset manual white balance menu (0249). “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 255: Set Picture Control
Set Picture Control G button U C photo shooting menu Choose image processing (“Picture Control”) options for new photos according to the scene or your creative intent. For more information, see “Set Picture Control” in “The i menu” (0147). Modifying Picture Controls from the menus Existing preset or custom Picture Controls can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent.
Page 256 Edit the selected Picture Control. ･ Press 1 or 3 to highlight settings (0151). 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 257: Manage Picture Control
The i menu ･ To select Picture Controls in the i menu, highlight [Set Picture Control] and press J. ･ Press 4 and 2 to choose a Picture Control and press 3 to display Picture Control settings. The effect of any changes can be previewed in the display.
Page 258: Creating Custom Picture Controls
Option Description [Load/save] Copy custom Picture Controls to and from the memory card. Creating custom Picture Controls 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 display edit options.
Page 259 Edit the selected Picture Control. ･ The settings available and the techniques for editing them are the same as for [Set Picture Control]. ･ Press J to display [Save as] options when settings are complete. ･ To abandon any changes and start over from default settings, press the O button.
Page 260 Name the Picture Control. ･ Pressing 2 when a destination is highlighted in the previous step displays the [Rename] text-entry dialog. ･ By default, new Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digit number to the name of the existing Picture Control. The two-digit number is assigned automatically.
Page 261 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 edit display. Custom Picture Control options The options available with custom Picture Controls are the same as those on which the custom Picture Control was based.
Page 262: Color Space
Color space G button U C photo shooting menu The color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. [sRGB] is recommended for general-purpose printing and display. With a broader gamut of colors than [sRGB], [Adobe RGB] is a better choice for professional publication and commercial printing.
Page 263: High Iso Nr
Option Description Reduce noise in photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 [On] [Off] Long-exposure noise reduction disabled. Long-exposure noise reduction is performed after the photo is taken. During processing, [Performing noise reduction] will appear in the shooting display. Pictures cannot be taken until the message has cleared from the display.
Page 264: Vignette Control
Option Description Noise reduction is performed only as required. The amount of [Off] noise reduction performed is always lower than when [Low] is selected. 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.
Page 265: Auto Distortion Control
Auto distortion control G button U C photo shooting menu Select [On] as required to reduce barrel distortion when shooting with wide-angle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion when shooting with long lenses. Note that [On] may be selected automatically with some lenses, in which case this item will be grayed out and unavailable.
Page 266: Metering
Flicker reduction shooting in the photo shooting menu ･ Depending on the light source, flicker reduction may slightly delay shutter response. ･ Flicker reduction can detect flicker at 100 and 120 Hz (associated respectively with AC power supplies of 50 and 60 Hz). The desired results may not be achieved if the frequency of the power supply changes during burst photography.
Page 267: Flash Control
Flash control G button U C photo shooting menu Adjust 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 268: Wireless Flash Options
Option Description [Manual] Choose the flash level manually. Wireless flash options Adjust settings for simultaneous wireless control of multiple remote flash units. This option is available only when an SB-500 flash unit is mounted on the camera. Option Description The remote flash units are controlled using low- Y [Optical AWL] intensity flashes emitted by the master flash (0509).
Page 269: Flash Mode
Flash mode G button U C photo shooting menu Choose a flash mode for optional flash units. For more information, see “Flash modes” in “On-Camera flash photography” (0502). Flash compensation G button U C photo shooting menu Adjust flash output to control the brightness of the main subject relative to the background.
Page 270: Af-Area Mode
AF-area mode G button U C photo shooting menu Choose how the camera selects the focus point for autofocus. For more information, see “AF-area mode” in the “Focus” section of “Basic settings” (0102). Vibration reduction G button U C photo shooting menu Choose whether to enable vibration reduction.
Page 271: Exposure And Flash Bracketing
Option Description [Number of Choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. shots] Choose the amount the selected settings vary with each shot when an option other than [ADL bracketing] is [Increment] selected for [Auto bracketing set]. Choose how Active D-Lighting varies with each shot when [Amount] [ADL bracketing] is selected for [Auto bracketing set].
Page 272 Choose the number of shots. ･ Highlight [Number of shots] and press 4 or 2 to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. ･ At settings other than [0F], a bracketing icon will appear in the display. C The photo shooting menu: Shooting options...
Page 273 Select an exposure increment. ･ Highlight [Increment] and press 4 or 2 to choose the bracketing increment. ･ The size of the increment can be chosen from 0.3 (1/3 step), 0.7 (2/3 step), 1.0 (1 step), 2.0 (2 steps), or 3.0 (3 steps). Bracketing programs with an increment of 2.0 or 3.0 EV offer a maximum of 5 shots.
Page 274 [Number Exposure and flash No. of Bracketing order (EVs) of shots] bracketing indicator shots 0/-1.3/-1.0/-0.7/-0.3/+0.3/ +0.7/+1.0/+1.3 Take pictures. ･ Take the number of pictures in the bracketing program. ･ The modified values for shutter speed and aperture are shown in the display.
Page 275 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 (0499, 0543).
Page 276: White Balance Bracketing
2 If [On] is selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Auto ISO sensitivity control] in the photo shooting menu, the camera will first use auto ISO sensitivity control to bring exposure as close as possible to the optimum and then bracket this exposure by varying shutter speed. 3 Use Custom Setting e5 [Auto bracketing (mode M)] to choose whether the camera varies shutter speed, aperture, or both shutter speed and aperture.
Page 277 Select a white balance increment. ･ Highlight [Increment] and press 4 or 2 to choose the bracketing increment. ･ The size of the increment can be chosen from 1 (1 step), 2 (2 steps), or 3 (3 steps). ･ Each step is equivalent to 5 mired. Higher “A” values correspond to increased amounts of amber.
Page 278 White [Number White balance No. of Bracketing balance of shots] bracketing indicator shots order increment 0/A4/A3/A2/A1 1A, 1B /B1/B2/B3/B4 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.
Page 279: Adl Bracketing
ADL bracketing Select [ADL bracketing] for [Auto bracketing set]. [Number of shots] and [Amount] options will be displayed. Choose the number of shots. ･ Highlight [Number of shots] and press 4 or 2 to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. ･...
Page 280 If you selected 2 shots, choose the Active D-Lighting amount. ･ When the number of shots is 2, the Active D-Lighting setting for the second shot can be selected by highlighting [Amount] and pressing 4 or 2 . ･ The following options are available. [Amount] Bracketing sequence OFF L...
Page 281: Multiple Exposure
❚ ❚ Cancelling ADL bracketing To cancel bracketing, select [0F] for [Number of shots]. ADL bracketing ･ In continuous release modes, shooting will pause after the number of shots specified in the bracketing program have been taken. Shooting will resume the next time the shutter-release button is pressed. ･...
Page 282 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 1/2, while in a photo combining three exposures, gain will be set to 1/3.
Page 283: Creating A Multiple Exposure
Option Description [Select first Choose the first exposure from the RAW images on the exposure memory card. (RAW)] Creating a multiple exposure Highlight [Multiple exposure] in the photo shooting menu and press 2 . Choose an option for [Multiple exposure mode]. ･...
Page 284 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 285 Choose an option for [Overlay shooting]. ･ Highlight [Overlay shooting] and press 2 . ･ Highlight an option using 1 or 3 and press J. ･ Select [On] to superimpose earlier exposures on the view through the lens. You can use the earlier exposures as a guide when composing subsequent shots.
Page 286 Start shooting. ･ Take the selected number of shots. If you used [Select first exposure (RAW)] to select an existing RAW image as the first exposure in Step 7, shooting will start from the second exposure. ･ Once you have taken the selected number of shots, the pictures will be overlaid to create a multiple exposure.
Page 287 exposure is indicated by a $ icon; pressing the i button when this icon is present displays the multiple exposure i menu. ･ Highlight items and press J to select. ･ You can also have the option of using touch controls after pressing the i button.
Page 288 Multiple exposure ･ If you use the menus or view pictures in the display while shooting a multiple exposure, remember that shooting will end and the multiple exposure will be recorded if no operations are performed for about 40 seconds (or in the case of menus, about 90 seconds). The time available to record the next exposure can be extended by choosing longer times for Custom Setting c3 [Power off delay] >...
Page 289: Hdr (High Dynamic Range)
･ HDR (high dynamic range), ･ interval-timer photography, ･ time-lapse video recording, and ･ focus shift ❚ ❚ 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 290: Taking Hdr Photographs
different exposures. Use with high-contrast scenes and other subjects to preserve a wide range of details, from highlights to shadows. Option Description ･ [On (series)]: Take a series of HDR photographs. To end HDR photography, select [HDR mode] again and [HDR mode] choose [Off].
Page 291 Highlight [HDR (high dynamic range)] in the photo shooting menu and press 2 . C The photo shooting menu: Shooting options...
Page 292 Select an [HDR mode]. ･ Highlight [HDR mode] and press 2 . ･ Highlight one of the following options using 1 or 3 and press J. Option Description Take a series of HDR photographs. HDR shooting 0 [On (series)] will continue until you select [Off] for [HDR mode].
Page 293 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 294 Adjust [Smoothing]. ･ Highlight [Smoothing] and press 2 . ･ 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 pictures (RAW)].
Page 295 Frame the photograph, focus, and shoot. ･ The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. ･ If [On (series)] is selected for [HDR mode], you can continue to take HDR photographs until [Off] is selected. ･...
Page 296: Interval Timer Shooting
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. Use of a tripod is recommended. ･ Depending on the scene, you may notice shadows around bright objects or halos around dark objects.
Page 297 Option Description Start interval timer shooting. Shooting will begin either after 3 s ([Now] selected for [Choose start day/ time]) or at a selected date and time ([Choose day/ [Start] time]). Shooting will continue at the selected interval until all shots have been taken. Choose a start option.
Page 298 Option Description ･ [On]: Enable interval priority to ensure that frames shot in modes P and A are taken at the chosen interval. - Select [Release] for Custom Setting a2 [AF-S priority selection] when AF-S is selected for focus mode and for Custom Setting a1 [AF-C [Interval priority] priority selection] when AF-C is selected.
Page 299 Option Description Combine interval-timer photography with other options. ･ [AE bracketing]: Perform exposure bracketing during interval-timer photography. ･ [Time-lapse video]: Use the photos taken during interval-timer photography to create a time-lapse video with an aspect ratio of 16:9. - The camera saves both the photos and the time- lapse video.
Page 300: Interval-Timer Photography
Interval-timer photography Before shooting ･ Take a test shot at current settings. ･ 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. ･ To ensure that shooting is not interrupted, use a fully-charged battery or an optional charging AC adapter.
Page 301 Adjust interval timer settings. ･ Choose the start day and time. Highlight [Choose start Highlight an option and day/time] and press 2. press J. - To start shooting immediately, select [Now]. - To start shooting at a chosen date and time, select [Choose day/ time].
Page 302 ･ Choose the number of shots per interval. Highlight Choose the number of [Intervals×shots/ intervals and the number interval] and press 2. of shots per interval and press J. - In single frame release mode, if the number of shots per interval is set to two or more, the photographs for each interval will be taken at the rate for continuous high-speed release mode.
Page 303 ･ Enable or disable silent photography. Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and photography] and press press J. ･ Choose an interval priority option. Highlight [Interval Highlight an option and priority] and press 2. press J. ･ Choose whether the camera focuses between shots. Highlight [Focus before Highlight an option and each shot] and press 2.
Page 304 ･ Choose additional options. Highlight [AE bracketing] Highlight [Options] and press 2. or [Time-lapse video] and press J. - If you selected [AE bracketing], choose values for [Number of shots] and [Increment]; if you selected [Time-lapse video], choose a setting for [Frame size/frame rate]. ･...
Page 305 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]. ･ The display turns off during shooting. ･...
Page 306 ❚ ❚ 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 307 ❚ ❚ Ending interval timer shooting To end interval-timer photography before all the photos are taken, select [Interval timer shooting] 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 308 Interval-timer photography ･ Choose an interval longer than the time needed to take the selected number of shots at the predicted shutter speed. Note that during actual interval-timer photography, the camera must not only take shots at the selected interval but must also have sufficient time to complete the exposures and perform such tasks as processing the photographs.
Page 309 Release mode Regardless of the release mode selected, the camera will take the specified number of shots at each interval. Adjusting settings between shots Pictures can be viewed and shooting and menu settings adjusted between shots. Note, however, that the monitor will turn off and shooting will resume a few seconds before the next shot is taken.
Page 310: Time-Lapse Video
Time-lapse video G button U C photo shooting menu The camera automatically takes photos at selected intervals to create a time-lapse video. Option Description Start time-lapse recording. Shooting starts after about 3 [Start] s and continues at the interval selected for [Interval] for the time selected for [Shooting time].
Page 311: Recording Time-Lapse Videos
Option Description ･ [On]: Enable interval priority to ensure that frames shot in modes P and A are taken at the chosen interval. - Select [Release] for Custom Setting a2 [AF-S priority selection] when AF-S is selected for focus mode and for Custom Setting a1 [AF-C priority selection] when AF-C is selected.
Page 312 Highlight [Time-lapse video] in the photo shooting menu. Press 2 to select the highlighted item and view the [Time-lapse video] menu. C The photo shooting menu: Shooting options...
Page 313 Adjust time-lapse video 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 Choose a shooting time time] and press 2.
Page 314 ･ 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 press J.
Page 315 ･ Choose an interval priority option. Highlight [Interval Highlight an option and priority] 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. - If [On] is selected for [Focus before each shot], the camera will focus before each shot according to the option currently selected for focus mode.
Page 316 Highlight [Start] and press J. ･ Shooting starts after about 3 s. ･ The display turns off during shooting. ･ The camera takes pictures at interval selected for [Interval] for the time selected for [Shooting time] in Step 2. ❚ ❚ Ending shooting To end shooting before all the photos are taken, press J or select [Time- lapse video] in the photo shooting menu, highlight [Off], and press J.
Page 317 Calculating the length of the final video ･ The total number of frames in the final video can be calculated by dividing the shooting time selected in Step 2 by the interval, rounding up, and adding 1. ･ The length of the final video can then be calculated by dividing the number of shots by the frame rate selected for [Frame size/frame rate] (for example, a 48-frame video recorded with [1920×1080;...
Page 318 - The value selected for [Interval] is longer than that selected for [Shooting time] - [00:00'00"] is selected for [Interval] or [Shooting time] - [On] is selected for both [Silent photography] and [Interval priority] and [00:00'0.5"] is selected for [Interval] - The memory card is full ･...
Page 319: Focus Shift Shooting
･ video recording, ･ long time-exposures (“Bulb” or “Time”), ･ the self-timer, ･ bracketing, ･ HDR (high dynamic range), ･ multiple exposures, ･ interval-timer photography, and ･ focus shift. When [On] is selected for [Silent photography] Selecting [On] for [Silent photography] disables some camera features, including: ･...
Page 320 Option Description Focus shift varies the focus distance over a series of [Focus step photographs. Choose the amount the focus distance width] changes with each shot. Choose the interval between shots, in seconds. ･ Select [00] to take photos at up to about 3 fps. [Interval until ･...
Page 321: Focus Shift Photography
Focus shift photography Before shooting ･ Take a test shot at current settings. ･ To ensure that shooting is not interrupted, use a fully-charged battery or an optional charging AC adapter. Focus. ･ During focus shift, the camera takes a series of shots starting from a selected focus position and continuing toward infinity.
Page 322 Adjust focus shift settings. ･ Choose the number of shots. Highlight [No. of shots] Choose the number of and press 2. shots and press J. - The maximum number of shots is 300. - We recommend taking more shots than you think you’ll need. You can winnow them down during focus stacking.
Page 323 ･ Choose the interval until next shot. Highlight [Interval until Choose the interval next shot] and press 2. between shots and press - Choose the interval between shots, in seconds. - Select [00] to take photos at up to about 3 fps. - To ensure correct exposure when using a flash, choose an interval long enough for the flash to charge.
Page 324 apparent variations in exposure. This can be addressed by selecting [Off]. ･ Enable or disable silent photography. Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and photography] and press press J. ･ Choose starting folder options. Highlight [Starting Select the desired options storage folder] and press and press J to proceed.
Page 325 Highlight [Start] and press J. ･ Shooting starts after about 3 s. ･ The display turns off during shooting. ･ 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 326 Aperture Given that pictures shot at very small apertures (high f-numbers) may lack definition, we recommend that you choose apertures wider (f-numbers lower) than f/8–f/11. During shooting The memory card access lamp flashes while shooting is in progress. Focus shift photography ･...
Page 327: Silent Photography
･ interval-timer photography, and ･ time-lapse video recording. When [On] is selected for [Silent photography] Selecting [On] for [Silent photography] disables some camera features, including: ･ ISO sensitivities of Hi 1 and Hi 2, ･ flash photography, ･ exposure delay mode, ･...
Page 328 Option Description Eliminate vibrations produced by the shutter. Use for landscapes, still lifes, and other static subjects. Use of a tripod is recommended. ･ Selecting [On] for [Silent photography] does not completely silence the camera. Camera sounds may still be audible, for example during autofocus or aperture adjustment, in the latter case most noticeably at apertures smaller (i.e., at f-numbers higher) than f/5.6.
Page 329: The Video Recording Menu: Video Recording Options
1 The video recording menu: Video recording options To view the video recording menu, select the 1 tab in the camera menus. The video recording menu contains the following items: Item Item [Reset video recording menu] 330 [Diffraction compensation] [File naming] [Auto distortion control] [Frame size/frame rate] [Flicker reduction]...
Page 330: Reset Video Recording Menu
Item Item [Wind noise reduction] [Timecode] See also “Video recording menu defaults” (0220) Reset video recording menu G button U 1 video recording menu Highlight [Yes] and press J to restore video recording menu options to their default values (0220). File naming G button U 1 video recording menu Choose the three-letter prefix used in naming the image files in which...
Page 331: Video File Type
Video file type G button U 1 video recording menu Record videos in MOV or MP4 format. ･ The audio recording format varies with video file format. Linear PCM is used for MOV files and AAC for MP4 files. ISO sensitivity settings G button U 1 video recording menu Adjust the ISO sensitivity settings for video mode.
Page 332: White Balance
Option Description [ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity selected with the ISO sensitivity dial is (mode M)] displayed. ･ When auto ISO sensitivity control is enabled, the shooting display will show ISO AUTO. When sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user, the ISO sensitivity will be shown in the displays.
Page 333: Set Picture Control
Set Picture Control G button U 1 video recording menu Choose a Picture Control for videos. Select [Same as photo settings] to use the option currently selected for photos (0255). Manage Picture Control G button U 1 video recording menu Save modified Picture Controls as custom Picture Controls (0257).
Page 334: High Iso Nr
High ISO NR G button U 1 video recording menu Reduce “noise” (randomly-spaced bright pixels) in videos recorded at high ISO sensitivities (0263). Vignette control G button U 1 video recording menu Reduce vignetting in videos. Select [Same as photo settings] to use the option currently selected for photos (0264).
Page 335: Metering
Flicker reduction in the video recording menu ･ If [Auto] fails to produce the desired results and you are unsure as to the frequency of the local power supply, test both the 50 and 60 Hz options and choose the one that produces the best results. ･...
Page 336: Focus Mode
Option Description ･ The camera takes photos while the shutter-release button is pressed. ･ The frame advance rate varies with the frame rate selected for [Frame size/frame rate] in the video recording menu. c [Continuous] ･ The length of time available for the burst is shown in the shooting display.
Page 337: Electronic Vr
Electronic VR G button U 1 video recording menu Choose whether to enable electronic vibration reduction in video mode (0181). Microphone sensitivity G button U 1 video recording menu Turn built-in or external microphones on or off or adjust microphone sensitivity.
Page 338: Attenuator
Videos without sound Videos recorded with [Microphone off] selected for [Microphone sensitivity] are indicated by a 2 icon. Attenuator G button U 1 video recording menu Select [Enable] to reduce microphone gain and prevent audio distortion when recording videos in loud environments. Frequency response G button U 1 video recording menu Choose the range of frequencies to which built-in and external...
Page 339: Wind Noise Reduction
Wind noise reduction G button U 1 video recording menu Choose whether to use wind noise reduction when recording videos. For more information about wind noise reduction, see “Wind noise reduction” in “The i menu” (0179). Timecode G button U 1 video recording menu Choose whether to record time codes giving the hour, minute, second, and frame number for each frame when recording videos.
Page 340 Option Description ･ [Reset]: Reset the time code to 00:00:00.00. ･ [Enter manually]: Enter the hour, minute, second, and frame number manually. [Timecode ･ [Current time]: Set the time code to the current time as origin] reported by the camera clock. 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 341: A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings
A Custom Settings: Fine-tuning camera settings To view Custom Settings, select the A tab in the camera menus. Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. The Custom Settings menu is divided into two levels. A Custom Settings: Fine-tuning camera settings...
Page 342 The following Custom Settings are available: Item Item [Reset custom settings] [Center-weighted area] a [Autofocus] [Fine-tune optimal exposure] [AF-C priority selection] 344 [b mode exposure [AF-S priority selection] 344 comp.] [Focus tracking with c [Timers/AE lock] lock-on] [Shutter-release button [Focus points used] AE-L] [Store points by [Self-timer]...
Page 343: Reset Custom Settings
Item Item [Custom controls [Focus peaking] (shooting)] [View all in continuous [Custom controls mode] (playback)] e [Bracketing/flash] [Customize command [Flash sync speed] dials] [Flash shutter speed] [Release button to use dial] [Exposure comp. for flash] [Reverse indicators] [Auto c ISO sensitivity g [Video] control] [Customize i menu]...
Page 344: A: Autofocus
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 button is G [Release] pressed (release priority).
Page 345: A3: Focus Tracking With Lock-On
a3: Focus tracking with lock-on G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose how quickly focus responds if something passes between the subject and the camera when AF-C is selected for focus mode or when AF-A is selected and you are shooting in AF-C. ･...
Page 346: A5: Store Points By Orientation
Option Description The number of available focus points is reduced to one quarter of the number available when [All points] is [Alternating selected. Use for quick focus-point selection. The points] number of focus points available in [Pinpoint AF], [Wide-area AF (L)], [Wide-area AF (L-people)], or [Wide-area AF (L-animals)] mode does not change.
Page 347 ･ Select [No] to use the same focus point regardless of camera orientation. Camera rotated 90° Landscape (wide) Camera rotated 90° counter-clockwise orientation clockwise A Custom Settings: Fine-tuning camera settings...
Page 348: A6: Af Activation
･ Select [Yes] to enable separate focus-point selection. Camera rotated 90° Landscape (wide) Camera rotated 90° counter-clockwise orientation clockwise a6: AF activation G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the shutter-release button can be used to focus. If [AF- ON only] is selected, the camera will not focus when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Page 349: A7: Limit Af-Area Mode Selection
Option Description [Enable] Shutter-release enabled. [Disable] Shutter-release disabled. a7: Limit AF-area mode selection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the AF-area modes that can be selected using the i menu or custom controls. ･ Highlight an option and press 2 to select ( M ) or deselect ( U ). Modes marked with a check ( M ) are available for selection via the sub- command dial.
Page 350: A9: Focus Point Options
a9: Focus point options G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose from the focus point display options below. 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. Dynamic-area AF assist Choose whether both the selected focus point and the surrounding focus points are displayed in dynamic-area AF mode.
Page 351: A11: Built-In Af-Assist Illuminator
･ While low-light AF is in effect, “Low-light” will appear in the display. The display refresh rate may drop. a11: Built-in AF-assist illuminator G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist the focus operation in photo mode when lighting is poor.
Page 352: A12: Manual Focus Ring In Af Mode
a12: Manual focus ring in AF mode G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the lens focus ring can be used for manual focus in autofocus mode. Option Description Autofocus can be over-ridden by rotating the lens focus ring (autofocus with manual override).
Page 353: B2: Center-Weighted Area
Option Description Set the exposure compensation with the exposure [Off] compensation dial. ･ Enabled in modes P, S, A, and b. In mode b, set Custom Setting b4 [b mode exposure comp.] to [Enable]. Easy exposure compensation is not available in other modes. ･...
Page 354: B4: B Mode Exposure Comp
Fine-tuning exposure Regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting b3 [Fine-tune optimal exposure], the exposure compensation icon (E) will not be displayed. The only way to determine how much exposure has been altered is to view the amount in the fine-tuning menu for Custom Setting b3. b4: b mode exposure comp.
Page 355: C2: Self-Timer
c2: 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 taken [Number of each time the shutter-release button is pressed;...
Page 356: D: Shooting/Display
d: Shooting/display d1: CL mode shooting speed G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the frame advance rate for low-speed continuous release mode; options range from [4 fps] to [1 fps]. d2: Maximum shots per burst 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 100.
Page 357: D4: Shutter Type
d4: Shutter type G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the type of shutter used for photographs. Option Description The camera chooses the shutter type automatically according to shutter speed. The electronic front- O [Auto] curtain shutter is used to reduce blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds.
Page 358: D6: File Number Sequence
d6: 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 last number [On] used.
Page 359: D7: Apply Settings To Live View
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, video recording will be disabled if the camera calculates that the number of files needed...
Page 360: D8: Framing Grid Display
Option Description The effects of changes to settings such as white balance, Picture [On] Controls, and exposure compensation are visible in the shooting display. ･ The effects of changes to settings such as white balance, Picture Controls, and exposure compensation are not visible in the [Off] shooting display.
Page 361: D10: View All In Continuous Mode
d10: View all in continuous mode G button U A Custom Settings menu If [Off] is selected, the display will go blank during burst photography. 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...
Page 362: E2: Flash Shutter Speed
Option Description Flash sync speed set to selected value, which can be from 1/200 [1/100 to 1/60 s. ･ In mode S or M, if the shutter-speed dial is set to X, the shutter [1/80 s] speed will be the same as the sync speed. ･...
Page 363: E3: Exposure Comp. For Flash
Regardless of the setting chosen for Custom Setting 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. e3: Exposure comp.
Page 364: E5: Auto Bracketing (Mode M)
e5: Auto bracketing (mode M) G button U A Custom Settings menu The settings affected when bracketing is enabled in mode M are determined by the options selected for [Auto bracketing] > [Auto bracketing set] in the photo shooting menu and the option chosen for Custom Setting e5 [Auto bracketing (mode M)].
Page 365: E6: Bracketing Order
e6: 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 by [MTR > under > the shot with the lowest value, followed by the over] shot with the highest value.
Page 366: Bluetooth Connection
Item Item [Focus shift h [Set Picture Control] 147 shooting] p [Color space] [Silent [Active D-Lighting] photography] q [Long exposure NR] v [Release mode] r [High ISO NR] [Custom controls (shooting)] w [Metering] [Exposure delay [Flash mode] mode] [Flash [Shutter type] compensation] [Apply settings to s [Focus mode]...
Page 367: F2: Custom Controls (Shooting)
f2: Custom controls (shooting) G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the operations performed in photo mode using the camera controls or lens control ring. ･ Choose the roles played by the controls below. Highlight the desired control and press J. Option [Fn button] [AE-L/AF-L button]...
Page 368 Option 2 j k z S 3 D [AE lock (Reset on release)] 4 4 — 4 4 4 — [AE lock only] 4 4 — — 4 4 — [AE/AF lock] 4 4 — — 4 4 — [FV lock] 4 —...
Page 369 Option 2 j k z S 3 [White balance] 4 — — 4 — — — [Set Picture Control] 4 — — 4 — — — [Active D-Lighting] 4 — — 4 — — — w [Metering] 4 — — 4 — — —...
Page 370 ･ The following options are available: Role Description [Select center Pressing the control selects the center focus focus point] point. A [AF-ON] Pressing the control initiates autofocus. [AF lock only] Focus locks while the control is pressed. Exposure locks when the control is pressed. Exposure lock does not end when the shutter E [AE lock (Hold)] is released.
Page 371 Role Description [Matrix metering] is activated while the [Matrix metering] control is pressed. [Center-weighted metering] is activated [Center-weighted metering] while the control is pressed. [Spot metering] is activated while the [Spot metering] control is pressed. [Highlight- [Highlight-weighted metering] is activated weighted while the control is pressed.
Page 372 Role Description - If a JPEG option is currently selected for image quality, “RAW” will be displayed and a RAW copy will be recorded with the next picture taken after the control is pressed. The original image quality setting will be 4 [+ RAW] restored when you remove your finger from the shutter-release button or press...
Page 373 Role Description [MY MENU] Press the control to display “MY MENU”. Press the control to jump to the top item in [Access top item “MY MENU”. Select this option for quick in MY MENU] access to a frequently-used menu item. [Playback] Press the control to start playback.
Page 374 Role Description Press the control and rotate the main command dial to choose a release mode. When the release mode is [Continuous L], you can change the frame advance rate v [Release mode] setting by rotating the sub-command dial, and when the release mode is [Self-timer], you can change the setting of the time until the shutter is released by rotating the sub- command dial.
Page 375: F3: Custom Controls (Playback)
Role Description Press the control and rotate the main command dial to choose a peaking level and W [Focus peaking] the sub-command dial to select the peaking color. Press the control and rotate a command dial [Choose non-CPU to choose a lens number saved using the lens number] [Non-CPU lens data] item in the setup menu.
Page 376 Option Role Description Press the control to protect the g [Protect] current picture. When you press the control, you can press 4 or 2 or rotate the main c [Rating] command dial to change the rating setting for the displayed image. Press the control to zoom the display in on the area around the current [AE-L/AF-L...
Page 377: F4: Customize Command Dials
Option Role Description Press the control to zoom the display in on the area around the current focus point (the zoom ratio is selected in advance). Press again to cancel zoom. p [Zoom on/off] ･ To choose the zoom ratio, highlight [Zoom on/off] and press button]* ･...
Page 378: Change Main/Sub
Change main/sub Reverse the roles of the main- and sub-command dials. Option Description If [On] is selected, the main command dial will control [Exposure aperture and the sub-command dial shutter speed. If [On setting] (Mode A)] is selected, the main command dial will be used to set aperture in mode A only.
Page 379: Sub-Dial Frame Advance
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]. ･ During thumbnail playback, the main command dial [On] can be used to highlight thumbnails and the sub- command dial to page up or down.
Page 380: F5: Release Button To Use Dial
Option Description [50 frames] Skip forward or back 50 frames at a time. Skip to the next or previous pictures with the selected c [Rating] rating. To choose the rating, highlight [Rating] and press 2. P [Protect] Skip to the next or previous protected picture. C [Photos only] Skip to the next or previous photo.
Page 381: F6: Reverse Indicators
f6: Reverse indicators G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the exposure indicator is displayed 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. Option Description The indicator is displayed with positive values...
Page 382: Bluetooth Connection
Item Item [AF-area mode] W [Focus peaking] [Vibration [Highlight display] reduction] [Monitor/viewfinder 394, [Electronic VR] brightness] [Microphone [Bluetooth sensitivity] connection] 5 [Attenuator] 164, [Wi-Fi connection] [Frequency response] [Wireless remote connection] [Wind noise reduction] [Release mode (save frame)] Bluetooth connection Enable or disable Bluetooth. g2: Custom controls G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the operations performed in video mode using the camera...
Page 383 ･ Choose the roles played by the controls below. Highlight the desired control and press J. Option [Fn button] [AE-L/AF-L button] [OK button] [Shutter-release button] [Lens Fn button] [Lens Fn2 button] [Lens control ring] ･ The roles that can be assigned to these controls are as follows: Option 2 j k G S 3...
Page 384 Option 2 j k G S 3 b [Live view info display off] 4 4 — — 4 4 — [Framing grid display] 4 — — — 4 4 — [Zoom on/off] 4 4 4 — 4 4 — [MY MENU] 4 —...
Page 385 mode, the button functions only to initiate subject-tracking AF (0102). 2 Available with compatible lenses only. 3 Regardless of the option selected, in manual focus mode the control ring can only be used to adjust focus. ･ The following options are available: Role Description [Select center...
Page 386 Role Description Press the control to hide the icons and [Live view info shooting information on the display. Icons display off] and shooting information can be displayed by pressing the button again. Each time you press the button, the [Framing grid composition framing grid on the display display] changes between [Off], [On (3×3)], and [On...
Page 387 Role Description [Set Picture Press the control and rotate a command dial Control] to choose a Picture Control. Press the control and rotate a command dial y [Active D-Lighting] to adjust Active D-Lighting for videos. Press the control and rotate a command dial w [Metering] to choose a video metering option.
Page 388: G3: Af Speed
Role Description Rotate the lens control ring when the [Exposure exposure compensation dial is set to [C] to compensation] adjust exposure compensation. [None] The control has no effect. Power aperture ･ Power aperture is available only in modes A and M. ･...
Page 389: G4: Af Tracking Sensitivity
g4: AF tracking sensitivity G button U A Custom Settings menu Set the AF tracking sensitivity from values 1 to 7 in video mode when the focus mode is set to AF-C or AF-F. ･ Choose [7 (Low)] to help maintain focus on your original subject. ･...
Page 390: Highlight Display Threshold
Highlight display threshold Choose the brightness needed to trigger the video highlight display. The lower the value, the greater the range of brightnesses that will be shown as highlights. If [255] is selected, the highlight display will show only areas that are potentially overexposed. Highlight display If both the highlight display and focus peaking are enabled, only focus peaking will be displayed in manual focus mode.
Page 391: B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup
B The setup menu: Camera setup To view the setup menu, select the B tab in the camera menus. The setup menu contains the following items: Item Item [Format memory card] [Pixel mapping] [Image comment] [Language] [Time zone and date] [Copyright information] [Monitor brightness] [Beep options]...
Page 392: Format Memory Card
Item Item [Energy saving (photo [Reset all settings] mode)] [Firmware version] [Slot empty release lock] [Save/load menu settings] See also “Setup menu defaults” (0227) Format memory card G button U B setup menu Format memory cards. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card.
Page 393: Language
Language G button U B setup menu Choose a language for camera menus and messages. The languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased. Time zone and date G button U B setup menu Change time zones and set the camera clock.
Page 394: Monitor Brightness
Monitor brightness G button U B setup menu Press 1 or 3 to adjust monitor brightness. Choose higher values for increased brightness, lower values for reduced brightness. ･ [Monitor brightness] can only be adjusted when the monitor is the active display. It cannot be adjusted when [Viewfinder only] is selected for monitor mode or when your eye is to the viewfinder.
Page 395 ･ 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. Increase green Increase magenta Increase amber Increase blue ･ Monitor color balance applies only to menus, playback, and the shooting display;...
Page 396: Viewfinder Brightness
･ To view the highlighted picture zoomed in, press and hold the X button. Viewfinder brightness G button U B setup menu ･ Adjust viewfinder brightness. [Viewfinder brightness] can only be adjusted when the viewfinder is the active display. It cannot be adjusted in the monitor or when [Monitor only] is selected for monitor mode.
Page 397: Limit Monitor Mode Selection
Limit monitor mode selection G button U B setup menu Choose the monitor modes that can be selected using the M button. ･ Highlight an option and press 2 to select ( M ) or deselect ( U ). Options marked with a check ( M ) are available for selection. ･...
Page 398 ･ Use only as required. ･ We recommend that you perform fine-tuning at a focus distance you use frequently. If you perform focus-tuning at a short focus distance, for example, you may find it less effective at longer distances. Option Description [AF fine- ･...
Page 399: Creating And Saving Fine-Tuning Values
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. [List saved values] ･ The [Choose lens number] dialog is used to enter the lens identifier.
Page 400: Choosing A Default Fine-Tuning Value
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 ･ If a zoom lens is attached, you can choose separate fine-tuning values for maximum angle (WIDE) and maximum zoom (TELE).
Page 401: Save Focus Position
Option Description [Lens number] Choose a lens identifier. [Focal length (mm)] Enter the focal length. [Maximum aperture] Enter the maximum aperture. Save focus position G button U B setup menu If set to [On], the focus position is saved at the same position as before the camera was turned off when you turn it off and then on again.
Page 402: Acquiring Image Dust Off Reference Data
Acquiring Image Dust Off reference data Select [Start] on the Image Dust Off ref photo dialog. ･ Highlight [Start] and press J to display the shooting screen. 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.
Page 403: Pixel Mapping
Acquiring Image Dust Off reference data ･ A lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended. ･ When using a zoom lens, zoom all the way in. ･ The same reference data can be used for photographs taken with different lenses or at different apertures.
Page 404: Image Comment
Turn the camera off when pixel mapping is complete. Pixel mapping ･ Do not attempt to operate the camera while pixel mapping is in progress. Do not turn the camera off or remove the battery. ･ Pixel mapping may not be available if the camera’s internal temperature is elevated.
Page 405: Copyright Information
Photo info Comments can be viewed on the shooting data page in the photo information display. Copyright information G button U B setup menu Add copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information can be viewed in NX Studio’s [Info] tab. Artist/Copyright Enter the names of the photographer (maximum 36 characters) and copyright holder (maximum 54 characters).
Page 406: Beep Options
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.
Page 407: Volume
･ When [On] is selected for [Silent photography] in the photo shooting menu, a beep will not sound when the camera focuses or while the self-timer is in operation, regardless of the settings selected for [Beep options]. Volume Adjust beep volume. Pitch Choose the pitch of the beep from [High] and [Low].
Page 408: Self-Portrait Mode
Self-portrait mode G button U B setup menu When set to [Disable], the monitor will not switch to self-portrait mode even if it is set to the self-portrait mode position. HDMI G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for connection to HDMI devices (0494). Airplane mode G button U B setup menu Select [Enable] to disable the camera’s built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi...
Page 409: Select For Upload (Bluetooth)
Option Description [Start pairing] Pair the camera with a smart device (0480). List paired smart devices. To connect, select a [Paired devices] device from the list. [Bluetooth Select [Enable] to enable Bluetooth. connection] Select for upload (Bluetooth) Select pictures for upload to a smart device. You can also opt to upload pictures as they are taken.
Page 410: Upload While Off
･ Once a connection is established, this option will change to [Close Wi-Fi connection]. ･ Use [Close Wi-Fi connection] to end the connection when desired. ❚ ❚ Wi-Fi connection settings Access the following Wi-Fi settings: Option Description [SSID] Choose the camera SSID. [Authentication/ Choose [OPEN] or [WPA2-PSK-AES].
Page 411: Connect To Computer
Connect to computer G button U B setup menu Connect to computers via Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi connection Select [Enable] to connect using the settings currently selected for [Network settings]. Network settings Select [Create profile] to create a new network profile (0459, 0465). ･...
Page 412: Options
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 413: Mac Address
･ Upload begins only after the photo has been recorded to the memory card. Be sure a memory card is inserted in the camera. ･ Videos and photos taken during video mode are not uploaded automatically when recording is complete. They must instead be uploaded from the playback display (0473).
Page 414: Wireless Remote Connection
･ For the functions that can be used with the remote control and connecting this camera and the remote control, see “ML-L7 Remote Control” in “Other compatible accessories” (0567). Wireless remote connection Option Description Start connecting a paired ML-L7. If the camera is connected to a [Enable] smartphone or computer, connection to those devices will be terminated.
Page 415: Conformity Marking
Option Description [Same as camera K Set the same role as the camera’s K button. button] [Same as camera G Set the same role as the camera’s G button. button] [Same as camera i button] Set the same role as the camera’s i button. [None] Pressing the button has no effect.
Page 416 ･ Power will only be supplied to the camera when the battery is inserted. ･ A USB power delivery icon appears in the shooting display when the camera is powered by an external source. ･ For more information, see “Charging the camera with the charging AC adapter”...
Page 417: Energy Saving (Photo Mode)
Computer USB power delivery ･ Before using a computer to supply power to the camera, check that the computer is equipped with a Type C USB connector. Use a UC-E25 USB cable (available separately) to connect the camera to the computer. ･...
Page 418: Slot Empty Release Lock
Option Description Disable energy saving. Note selecting [Disable] does not stop [Disable] the shooting display dimming a few seconds before the standby expires. Energy saving ･ Note that even when [Enable] is selected, energy saving will not function: - if [No limit] is selected for Custom Setting c3 [Power off delay] > [Standby timer] or if the delay selected is less than 30 seconds, - in self-portrait mode, - during zoom,...
Page 419: Save/Load Menu Settings
Save/load menu settings G button U B setup menu Save current camera menu settings to a memory card. You can also load saved settings, allowing menu settings to be shared among cameras of the same model. ･ The following settings are saved: Settings that can be saved and loaded [Playback display options] [Picture review]...
Page 420 Settings that can be saved and loaded [Diffraction compensation] [Auto distortion control] [Flicker reduction shooting] [Metering] [Flash control] [Flash mode] PHOTO SHOOTING MENU [Flash compensation] [Focus mode] [AF-area mode] [Vibration reduction] (the options available vary with the lens) [Auto bracketing] [File naming] [Frame size/frame rate] [Video quality]...
Page 421 Settings that can be saved and loaded [Diffraction compensation] [Auto distortion control] [Flicker reduction] [Metering] [Focus mode] [AF-area mode] [Vibration reduction] (the options available VIDEO RECORDING MENU vary with the lens) [Electronic VR] [Microphone sensitivity] [Attenuator] [Frequency response] [Wind noise reduction] [Timecode] (excepting [Timecode origin]) CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU All items [Language]...
Page 422: Save Menu Settings
Settings that can be saved and loaded [Copyright information] [Beep options] [Touch controls] [Self-portrait mode] SETUP MENU [HDMI] [USB power delivery] [Energy saving (photo mode)] [Slot empty release lock] Save menu settings Save settings to a memory card. If the card is full, an error will be displayed and settings will not be saved.
Page 423: Reset All Settings
･ When using a computer: You can confirm if there is a new firmware version at the Nikon Download Center. For the update procedure, see the firmware download website. ･ When using a smart device: If the camera and your smart device are already paired using the SnapBridge app, the app will notify you when there is new firmware for your camera.
Page 424: N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies
N The retouch menu: Creating retouched copies To view the retouch menu, select the N tab in the camera menus. The items in the retouch menu are used to trim or retouch existing pictures. ･ The retouch menu is grayed out if a memory card is not inserted in the camera or if a memory card does not contain pictures.
Page 425: Creating Retouched Copies
Creating retouched copies Select an item in the retouch menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an item, 2 to select. Select a picture. ･ Highlight a picture using the multi selector. ･ To view the highlighted picture zoomed in, press and hold the X button.
Page 426 Create a retouched copy. ･ Press J to create a retouched copy. ･ Retouched copies are indicated by a p icon. N The retouch menu: Creating retouched copies...
Page 427 Retouching the current picture To create a retouched copy of the current image, press i and select [Retouch]. Retouch ･ The camera may not be able to display or retouch images that were taken or retouched using other cameras or that have been retouched on a computer.
Page 428: Raw Processing: Converting Raw To Jpeg
RAW processing: Converting RAW to JPEG G button U N retouch menu The process of converting RAW images to other formats such as JPEG is referred to as “RAW processing”. JPEG copies of RAW pictures can be created on the camera as described below. Select [RAW processing] in the retouch menu.
Page 429 Select photographs. If you chose [Select picture(s)]: ･ Highlight pictures using the multi selector. ･ To view the highlighted picture zoomed in, press and hold the X button. ･ To select the highlighted picture, press the W (Q) button. Selected pictures are marked by a $ icon.
Page 430 Choose settings for the JPEG copies. ･ The settings in effect when the photograph was taken appear below a preview. ･ To use the setting in effect when the photograph was taken, if applicable, select [Original]. Image quality (0244) High ISO NR (0263) Image size (0244) Color space (0262) White balance (0248)
Page 431: Trim
Copy the photographs. ･ Highlight [EXE] and press J to create JPEG copies of the selected photographs. ･ If multiple photos are selected, a confirmation dialog will be displayed after you highlight [EXE] and press J; highlight [Yes] and press J to create JPEG copies of the selected photos. ･...
Page 432: Resize
Description Change the crop Rotate the main command dial to choose the aspect ratio aspect ratio. Position the crop Use the multi selector to position the crop. Save the crop Press J to save the current crop as a separate file. Cropped pictures ･...
Page 433 Select [Resize] in the retouch menu. Highlight [Resize] and press 2 . Choose a size. ･ Highlight [Choose size] and press 2 . ･ Highlight the desired size (length in pixels) using 1 and 3 and press J. N The retouch menu: Creating retouched copies...
Page 434 Choose how pictures are selected. Option Description Resize selected pictures. Multiple pictures can be [Select picture(s)] selected. [Select date] Resize all pictures taken on selected dates. [Select folder] Resize all pictures in a selected folder. N The retouch menu: Creating retouched copies...
Page 435 Choose pictures. If you chose [Select picture(s)]: ･ Highlight pictures using the multi selector. ･ To view the highlighted picture zoomed in, press and hold the X button. ･ To select the highlighted picture, press the W (Q) button. Selected pictures are indicated by a 8 icon.
Page 436: D-Lighting
Save the resized copies. ･ A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight [Yes] and press J to save the resized copies. ･ To cancel the operation before all copies have been created, press the G button; when a confirmation dialog is displayed, highlight [Yes] and press J.
Page 437: Red-Eye Correction
･ Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. ･ Press J to save the retouched copy. Red-eye correction G button U N retouch menu Correct “red-eye” caused by light from the flash reflecting from the retinas of portrait subjects.
Page 438: Straighten
Straighten G button U N retouch menu Rotate pictures by up to ±5° in increments of approximately 0.25°. ･ The effect can be previewed in the edit display. ･ The greater the rotation, the more will be trimmed from the edges. ･...
Page 439: Perspective Control
control] option in the photo shooting menu. Manual distortion control cannot be further applied to copies created using [Manual]. ･ Press 4 to reduce pincushion distortion, 2 to reduce barrel distortion. ･ Press J to save the retouched copy. Distortion control Note that greater amounts of distortion control result in more of the edges being cropped out.
Page 440: Monochrome
･ Press J to save the retouched copy. Before After Monochrome G button U N retouch menu Copy photographs in monochrome. [Monochrome] gives you a choice of the following monochrome tints: Option Description [Black-and-white] Copy photographs in black-and-white. [Sepia] Copy photographs in sepia. [Cyanotype] Copy photographs in blue-and-white monochrome.
Page 441: Overlay Pictures
･ Press J to save the retouched copy. Overlay pictures G button U N retouch menu Picture overlay combines existing photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals. One RAW image can be overlaid on another using additive blending ([Add]), or multiple images can be combined using [Lighten] or [Darken].
Page 442 Select [Add]. Highlight [Add] and press 2 to display picture overlay options with [Picture 1] highlighted. Highlight the first image. ･ Press J to display a picture-selection dialog listing only RAW images, where you can use the multi selector to highlight the first photograph in the overlay.
Page 443 Select the first image. Press J to select the highlighted photograph and return to the preview display; the selected image will appear as [Picture 1]. Select the second image. Press 2 and select [Picture 2], then select the second photo as described in Steps 3 and 4.
Page 444 Select the “Preview” column. ･ Press 4 or 2 to place the cursor in the “Preview” column. ･ To proceed without previewing the overlay, highlight [Save] and press J. Preview the overlay. ･ To preview the overlay, highlight [Overlay] and press J. ･...
Page 445: Lighten And Darken
[Add] ･ Colors and brightness in the preview may differ from the final image. ･ Picture overlay is available only with RAW images created with this camera. Images created with other cameras or in other formats cannot be selected. ･ The overlay is saved at an [Image quality] of [JPEG fine]. ･...
Page 446 Select [Lighten] or [Darken]. After selecting [Overlay pictures] in the retouch menu, highlight either [Lighten] or [Darken] and press 2 . ･ [Lighten]: The camera compares the pixels in each picture and uses only the brightest. ･ [Darken]: The camera compares the pixels in each picture and uses only the darkest.
Page 447 Select pictures. If you chose [Select individual pictures]: ･ Highlight pictures using the multi selector. ･ To view the highlighted picture zoomed in, press and hold the X button. ･ To select the highlighted picture, press the W (Q) button. Selected pictures are marked by a $ icon.
Page 448: Trim Video
Save the overlay. ･ A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight [Yes] and press J to save the overlay and display the resulting picture. ･ To interrupt the process and display a confirmation dialog before the operation is complete, press the G button; to save the current overlay “as is”...
Page 449: O My Menu/M Recent Settings
O My Menu/ m Recent settings To view [MY MENU], select the O tab in the camera menus. O My Menu: Creating a custom menu My Menu can be used to create and edit a customized list of up to 20 items from the playback, photo shooting, video recording, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus.
Page 450 Select a menu. Highlight the name of the menu containing the item you wish to add and press 2 . Select an item. Highlight the desired menu item and press J. Position the new item. Press 1 or 3 to position the new item and press J to add it to My Menu.
Page 451 Add more items. ･ The items currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark ( L ). ･ Items indicated by a V icon cannot be selected. ･ Repeat Steps 1–4 to select additional items. ❚ ❚ Removing items from My Menu Select [Remove items] in [ O MY MENU].
Page 452 Remove the selected items. Press J; a confirmation dialog will be displayed. Press J again to remove the selected items. Removing items while in My Menu Items can also be removed by highlighting them in [ O MY MENU] and pressing the O button;...
Page 453 Position the item. ･ Press 1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press ･ Repeat Steps 2–3 to reposition additional items. Exit to [ O MY MENU]. Press the G button to return to [ O MY MENU]. O My Menu/m Recent settings...
Page 454 ❚ ❚ Displaying [RECENT SETTINGS] Select [Choose tab] in [ O MY MENU]. Highlight [Choose tab] and press 2 . Select [m RECENT SETTINGS]. ･ Highlight [m RECENT SETTINGS] in the [Choose tab] menu and press J. ･ The name of the menu will change from [MY MENU] to [RECENT SETTINGS].
Page 455: Recent Settings: Accessing Recently-Used Settings
m Recent settings: Accessing recently-used settings ❚ ❚ How items are added to [RECENT SETTINGS] Menu items are added to the top of the [RECENT SETTINGS] menu as they are used. The twenty most recently-used settings are listed. Removing items from the recent settings menu To remove an item from the [RECENT SETTINGS] menu, highlight it and press the O button;...
Page 456: Establishing Wireless Connections To Computers Or Smart Devices
Establishing wireless connections to computers or smart devices Network options The camera can: ･ connect to computers via Wi-Fi (0457) or ･ establish wireless connections to smartphones or tablets (smart devices; 0479) Network options...
Page 457: Connecting To Computers Via Wi-Fi
･ Once the devices are paired, you will be able to connect to the computer from the camera. ･ The Wireless Transmitter Utility is available for download from the Nikon Download Center. Be sure to download the latest version after reading the release notes and system requirements. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/...
Page 458 outdoors and in other situations in which the computer is not already connected to a wireless network and eliminating the need for complicated adjustments to settings. The computer cannot connect to the Internet while connected to the camera. ･ To create a new host profile, select [Direct connection to computer] in the connection wizard.
Page 459: Connecting In Access-Point Mode
Infrastructure mode ･ This guide assumes you are connecting via an existing wireless network. ･ Connection to computers beyond the local area network is not supported. You can connect only to computers on the same network. Connecting in access-point mode Select [Connect to computer] in the camera setup menu, then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 .
Page 460 Highlight [Direct connection to computer] and press J. The camera SSID and encryption key will be displayed. Connecting to computers via Wi-Fi...
Page 461 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. The computer will initiate a connection to the camera.
Page 462 ･ When prompted to enter the network security key, enter the encryption key displayed by the camera in Step 3. The computer will initiate a connection to the camera. Start pairing. When prompted, launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility on the computer.
Page 463 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 464 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 465: Connecting In Infrastructure Mode
Check the connection. When a connection is established, the network SSID will be displayed in green in the camera [Connect to computer] menu. ･ If the camera SSID is not displayed in green, connect to the camera via the wireless network list on your computer. A wireless connection has now been established between the camera and the computer.
Page 466 Highlight [Search for Wi-Fi network] and press J. The camera will search for networks currently active in the vicinity and list them by name (SSID). [Easy Connect] ･ To connect without entering an SSID or encryption key, press X in Step 3.
Page 467 Choose a network. ･ Highlight a network SSID and press J. ･ Encrypted networks are indicated by a h icon. If the selected network is encrypted ( h ), you will be prompted to enter the encryption key. If the network is not encrypted, proceed to Step 6. ･...
Page 468 Enter the encryption key. ･ Press J and enter the encryption key for the wireless router. ･ For more information, see the documentation for the wireless router. ･ Press X when entry is complete. ･ Press X again to initiate the connection. A message will be displayed for a few seconds when the connection is established.
Page 469 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 470 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 471 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 472 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 473: Uploading Pictures
Check the connection. When a connection is established, the network SSID will be displayed in green in the camera [Connect to computer] menu. ･ If the camera SSID is not displayed in green, connect to the camera via the wireless network list on your computer. A wireless connection has now been established between the camera and the computer.
Page 474 ❚ ❚ 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 for upload to computer] and press J. ･ A white “upload” icon will appear on the picture. If the camera is currently connected to a network, upload will begin immediately and the icon will turn green.
Page 475 ❚ ❚ Uploading photos as they are taken To upload new photos as they are taken, select [On] for [Connect to computer] > [Options] > [Auto upload] in the setup menu. ･ Upload begins only after the photo has been recorded to the memory card.
Page 476 ❚ ❚ The status display The [Connect to computer] display shows the following: Status: The status of the Signal strength: Wireless connection to the host. The signal strength. Pictures/time remaining: The host name is displayed in green when a connection is number of pictures remaining established.
Page 477: Disconnecting And Reconnecting
Disconnecting and reconnecting ❚ ❚ Disconnecting You can end the connection by: ･ turning the camera off, ･ selecting [Disable] for [Connect to computer] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the setup menu, ･ selecting [Enable] for [Airplane mode] in the setup menu, ･...
Page 478 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. Other networks can be selected using the [Connect to computer] > [Network settings] option in the setup menu. Connecting to computers via Wi-Fi...
Page 479: Connecting To Smart Devices
･ SnapBridge apps can be downloaded from the Apple App Store ® on Google Play ™ ･ Visit the Nikon website for the latest SnapBridge news. ･ Carefully read any license agreements or the like displayed when SnapBridge is launched and only proceed if you are willing to accept them.
Page 480: Wireless Connections
❚ ❚ Remote photography Control the camera and take pictures from the smart device. Wireless connections Use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between the camera and your smart device. You can connect via either Bluetooth (0480) or Wi-Fi (0483). Connecting using Bluetooth allows pictures to be uploaded automatically as they are taken.
Page 481 Camera: Select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] in the setup menu, then highlight [Start pairing] and press J. The camera name will be displayed in the monitor. Smart device: Launch the SnapBridge app and tap [Connect to camera] in the tab.
Page 482 Camera/smart device: After confirming that the camera and smart device display the same authentication code, follow the on-screen instructions on both devices to complete pairing. ･ Tap the pairing button on the smart device and press the J button on the camera. ･...
Page 483: Connecting Via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode)
Pairing error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button on the smart device in Step 4, the device will display an error message and pairing will fail. ･ If you are using an Android device, tap [OK] and return to Step 1. ･...
Page 484 Before connecting (Wi-Fi mode) ･ 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 485 Camera: Select [Connect to smart device] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the setup menu, then highlight [Establish Wi-Fi connection] and press J. The camera SSID and password will be displayed. Enabling Wi-Fi You can also enable Wi-Fi by selecting [Wi-Fi connection] > [Establish Wi-Fi conn.
Page 486 Smart device: Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a Wi-Fi connection. ･ On 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) to display Wi-Fi settings. ･...
Page 487 Terminating Wi-Fi mode To end the Wi-Fi connection, tap in the SnapBridge tab. When the icon and select [Exit Wi-Fi mode.]. changes to , tap Connecting to smart devices...
Page 488: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Solutions to some common issues are listed below. ･ Troubleshooting information for the SnapBridge app can be found in the app’s online help, which can be viewed at: https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html ･ For information on the Wireless Transmitter Utility, see the utility’s online help.
Page 489: Cabled Connections To Computers And Hdmi Devices
The camera can be connected to computers featuring USB connectors. To connect, the optional USB cable (0563) is required. This item must be purchased separately. You can then use Nikon NX Studio software to copy pictures to the computer for viewing and editing. For information on establishing wireless connections to computers, see “Connecting to...
Page 490: Copying Pictures To A Computer Using Nx Studio
Turn the camera on. ･ The Nikon Transfer 2 component of NX Studio will start. Nikon Transfer 2 is image transfer software that is installed when you install NX Studio.
Page 491 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 via USB...
Page 492 Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 may display an AutoPlay prompt when the camera is connected. Click the dialog and then click [Nikon Transfer 2] to select Nikon Transfer 2. macOS If Nikon Transfer 2 does not start automatically, confirm that the camera is...
Page 493 ･ To ensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera battery is fully charged. USB hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard. Connecting to computers via USB...
Page 494: Connecting To Hdmi Devices
Connecting to HDMI devices The camera can be connected to TVs, recorders, and other devices featuring HDMI connectors. Use a third-party HDMI cable (Type D). These items must be purchased separately. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable. HDMI connector for connection HDMI connector for connection to camera...
Page 495 Some recorders will start and stop recording in response to camera controls. ❚ ❚ Output resolution Choose the format for images output to the HDMI device. If [Auto] is selected, the camera will automatically choose the appropriate format. ❚ ❚ Advanced Adjust settings for connection to the HDMI device.
Page 496 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 497: On-Camera Flash Photography
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. ･ When using a flash, select [Off] for [Silent photography] in the photo shooting menu.
Page 498: Using An On-Camera Flash
Using an on-camera flash Mount a flash unit on the camera accessory shoe. See the documentation provided with the unit for details. Turn on the camera and flash unit. The flash will begin charging; the flash-ready indicator ( c ) will appear in the shooting display when charging is complete.
Page 499 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 control:...
Page 500 Flash control Description i-TTL uses to optimize flash output for a balance between the balanced fill- main subject and ambient background lighting. flash Flash output is adjusted to bring lighting in the frame to a standard level; the brightness of the background is not Standard i- taken into account.
Page 501: Flash Control Mode
Flash control mode When a flash unit (an 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 502: Flash Modes
Flash modes Use the [Flash mode] item in the photo shooting menu to choose the effect produced by the flash. The options available vary with the shooting mode. Available Option Description This mode is recommended in most [Fill flash] situations. In modes P and A, shutter b, P, S, A, (front-curtain speed will automatically be set to values...
Page 503 Available Option Description Use to include background lighting in portraits. Red-eye reduction is combined [Slow sync + with slow shutter speeds to capture red-eye] background lighting at night or under (red-eye P, A low light. reduction ･ Note that photos may be prone to with slow blurring due to camera shake at slow sync)
Page 504: Flash Compensation
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. Via the [Flash compensation] item in the photo shooting menu, 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 505: Fv Lock
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 506 Focus. Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter- release button halfway to focus. Lock flash level. ･ After confirming that the flash-ready indicator ( c ) appears in the shooting display, press the [FV lock] control; the flash unit will emit a monitor pre-flash to determine the appropriate flash level.
Page 507 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 shooting display.
Page 508: Remote Flash Photography
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”...
Page 509: Controlling Remote Flash Units
Controlling remote flash units Remote flash units can be controlled via optical signals from an optional flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe and functioning as a master flash (optical AWL). For information on compatible flash units, see “Features available with CLS-compatible flash units” (0543). ･...
Page 510 C : Highlight [Group flash options] in the [Flash control] display and press 2 . Controlling remote flash units...
Page 511 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 512 f: Group the remote flash units. ･ Choose a group (A or B). ･ There is no limit on the number of remote flash units that may be used. The practical maximum, however, is three per group, as the light emitted by the remote flash units will interfere with performance if more flash units are used.
Page 513: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before contacting customer support You may be able to resolve any issues with the camera by following the steps below. Check this list before consulting your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Check the list of common problems. Common problems and solutions are listed in the following...
Page 514 Consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. STEP Restoring default settings ･ Depending on current settings, some menu items and other features may be unavailable. To access menu items that are grayed out or features that are otherwise unavailable, try restoring default settings using the [Reset all settings] item in the setup menu.
Page 515: Problems And Solutions
Problems and solutions Solutions to some common issues are listed below. Battery/display The camera is on but does not respond: ● ･ Wait for recording and other operations to end. ･ If the problem persists, turn the camera off. ･ If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the battery. - Any data currently being recorded will be lost.
Page 516: Shooting
Shooting The camera takes time to turn on: ● More time will be needed to find files if the memory card contains large numbers of files or folders. The shutter cannot be released: ● ･ Is a memory card inserted, and if so, does it have space available? ･...
Page 517 ･ Select an option other than [Off] for [Beep options] > [Beep on/off] in the setup menu. ･ The beep does not sound in video mode. The full range of shutter speeds is not available: ● Using a flash restricts the range of shutter speeds available. Flash sync speed can be set to values of 1/200–1/60 s using Custom Setting e1 [Flash sync speed].
Page 518 ● ･ Are there smudges on the front or rear (mount-side) lens elements? ･ Is there foreign matter on the image sensor? See “Manual cleaning” (0575), or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. Bokeh is irregular: ● With fast shutter speeds and/or fast lenses, you may notice irregularities in Bokeh is shaped.
Page 519 ･ Randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or bright spots may arise as a result of increases in the temperature of the camera’s internal circuits. Turn the camera off when it is not in use. ･ Randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, lines or unexpected colors may appear if you press the X button to zoom in on the view through the lens during shooting.
Page 520: Playback
Uneven shading may appear in long exposures: ● Uneven shading may appear in long exposures shot at shutter speeds of “Bulb” or “Time”. The effect can be mitigated by selecting [On] for [Long exposure NR] in the photo shooting menu. The AF-assist illuminator does not light: ●...
Page 521 The effects of [Set Picture Control], [Active D-Lighting], or ● [Vignette control] are not visible: In the case of RAW images, the effects can only be viewed using Nikon software. View RAW images using NX Studio. Pictures cannot be copied to a computer: ●...
Page 522: Bluetooth And Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (wireless networks) Smart devices do not display the camera SSID (network name): ● ･ Navigate to the setup menu and confirm both that [Disable] is selected for [Airplane mode] and that [Enable] is selected for [Connect to smart device] >...
Page 523: Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous The date of recording is not correct: ● Is the camera clock set correctly? The clock is less accurate than most watches and household clocks; check it regularly against more accurate timepieces and reset as necessary. Menu items cannot be selected: ●...
Page 524: Alerts And Error Messages
Alerts and error messages This section lists the alerts and error messages that appear in the camera display. Alerts The following alerts appear in the camera display: Alert Problem Solution Low battery. Ready spare battery. ･ Ensure that the lens is correctly attached.
Page 525 Alert Problem Solution ･ Lower ISO sensitivity. ･ Shooting mode P: Use third-party ND (neutral density) filter (filter Subject too bright; can also be used if alert is still limits of camera displayed after following settings are adjusted in mode S or A). exposure metering ･...
Page 526: Error Messages
To use the camera safely, choose a battery designated for use in this camera. ･ Battery info not available. - Battery cannot be used. Contact Nikon-authorized service representative. - Battery level is extremely low; charge battery. ･ Battery cannot supply data to camera.
Page 527 The firmware of the mount adapter is not the latest version. ･ Update the firmware of the mount adapter to the latest version. For information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area. Recording interrupted. Please wait. ●...
Page 528 Folder contains no pictures. ● ･ Folder contains no images. - Insert memory card that contains pictures. ･ No pictures in folder selected for playback. - Use [Playback folder] item in playback menu to select folder that contains pictures. Cannot display this file. ●...
Page 529: Technical Notes
Information on the F mount lenses that can be used with Z mount cameras Compatible F Mount and on any restrictions that may apply can be found in Lenses, available from the Nikon Download Center: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/491/FTZ.html Compatible lenses and accessories...
Page 530: Camera Displays
Camera displays For illustrative purposes, the displays are shown with all indicators lit. Monitor ❚ ❚ Photo mode Shooting mode (0127) Focus point (085, 0102) Flexible program indicator Focus mode (0100) (0128) AF-area mode (0102) AF-area brackets (0102) Active D-Lighting (0164) Flash mode (0502) Picture Control (0147) Interval timer indicator (0296)
Page 531 Number of shots in exposure White balance (0116, 0153, and flash bracketing sequence 0248) (0271) Image area (0243) Number of shots in WB Image size (0161) bracketing sequence (0276) Image quality (0160) Number of shots in ADL i icon (0145) bracketing sequence (0279) Exposure and flash bracketing HDR exposure differential...
Page 532 Exposure compensation Flash-ready indicator (0498) “k” (appears when memory indicator (0139) remains for over 1000 Flash compensation indicator exposures; 077) (0504) Number of exposures Subject-tracking AF (0109) remaining (077, 0600) Aperture (0130, 0131) Wi-Fi connection indicator Shutter speed (0128, 0131) (0164) Flash sync indicator (0361) Remote-control connection...
Page 533 Battery indicator (076) Focus indicator (0112) USB power delivery (0415) Vibration reduction (0171) Flicker detection (0265) Touch shooting (054, 0110) Live view preview indicator Shutter type (0357) (0359) Silent photography (0121) Temperature warning Exposure delay mode (0356) Temperature warnings ･ If the camera temperature becomes elevated, a temperature warning and count-down timer will be displayed.
Page 534 The information display ● Exposure indicator Shooting mode (0127) Flexible program indicator Exposure (0133) Exposure compensation (0128) (0139) Shutter speed (0128, 0131) Exposure and flash Aperture (0130, 0131) bracketing (0271) WB bracketing (0276) ADL bracketing (0279) Flash sync indicator (0361) Camera displays...
Page 535 Flash compensation indicator “k” (appears when memory remains for over 1000 (0504) Exposure compensation exposures; 077) Number of exposures indicator (0139) Exposure compensation value remaining (077, 0600) (0139) i icon (0145) Exposure and flash bracketing ISO sensitivity (0137) indicator (0271) ISO sensitivity indicator (0137) WB bracketing indicator Auto ISO sensitivity indicator...
Page 536 Bluetooth connection indicator Wi-Fi connection (0164) (0408) Release mode (0166) Airplane mode (0408) AF-area mode (0102) Wi-Fi connection indicator Focus mode (0100) (0164) Vibration reduction (0171) Remote-control connection Active D-Lighting (0164) indicator (0570) Metering (0162) Long exposure noise reduction Image size (0161) indicator (0262) White balance (0116, 0153, Shutter type (0357)
Page 537 ❚ ❚ Video mode Recording indicator (090) File name (0242) “No video” indicator (092) Wind noise reduction (0179) External recording control Release mode (still (0494) photography; 0335) Frame size and rate/Video Sound level (0178) quality (0175) Microphone sensitivity (0178) Time remaining (090) Frequency response (0338) Timecode (0339) Electronic VR indicator (0181)
Page 538: Viewfinder
Viewfinder ❚ ❚ Photo mode Battery indicator (076) Active D-Lighting (0164) Vibration reduction (0171) Picture Control (0147) Flash mode (0502) White balance (0116, 0153, Release mode (0166) 0248) Focus mode (0100) Image quality (0160) AF-area mode (0102) Image size (0161) Image area (0243) Camera displays...
Page 539 Bluetooth connection indicator Subject-tracking AF (0109) (0408) Number of shots in exposure and flash bracketing sequence Airplane mode (0408) Wi-Fi connection indicator (0271) Number of shots in WB (0164) Remote-control connection bracketing sequence (0276) Number of shots in ADL indicator (0570) bracketing sequence (0279) Focus point (085, 0102) HDR exposure differential...
Page 540 Exposure indicator Flash-ready indicator (0498) “k” (appears when memory Exposure (0133) remains for over 1000 Exposure compensation exposures; 077) (0139) Number of exposures Auto bracketing (0270) remaining (077, 0600) Aperture (0130, 0131) ISO sensitivity (0137) Shutter speed (0128, 0131) ISO sensitivity indicator (0137) Flash sync indicator (0361) Auto ISO sensitivity indicator Autoexposure (AE) lock (0142)
Page 541 Focus indicator (0112) Interval timer indicator (0296) FV lock indicator (0505) 1 icon (084) “No memory card” indicator Exposure delay mode (0356) (075, 0533) Shutter type (0357) Temperature warning Silent photography (0121) AF-area brackets (0102) Flicker detection (0265) Live view preview indicator (0359) Camera displays...
Page 542 ❚ ❚ Video mode Electronic VR indicator (0181) Sound level (0178) Frame size and rate/Video Microphone sensitivity (0178) quality (0175) Frequency response (0338) File name (0242) Wind noise reduction (0179) External recording control Highlight display (0389) (0494) Recording indicator (090) “No video”...
Page 543: Compatible Flash Units
Compatible flash units The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) supports a variety of features thanks to improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units. Features available with CLS-compatible flash units Flash unit Flash unit...
Page 544 Supported features Manual Repeating flash Optical Advanced Wireless Lighting Master Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Remote i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash...
Page 545 Supported features Red-eye reduction Camera modeling illumination Unified flash control Camera flash unit firmware update 1 Not available with spot metering. 2 Can also be selected via the flash unit. 3 Choice of q A and A depends on the option selected with the master flash.
Page 546 Supported features Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Remote i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting Color Information Communication (flash) Color Information Communication (LED light) Auto FP high-speed sync...
Page 547 1 Not available with spot metering. 2 Can also be selected via the flash unit. 3 q A/A mode selection is performed on the flash unit using custom settings. 4 Choice of q A and A depends on the option selected with the master flash.
Page 548 Supported features Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Remote i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting Color Information Communication (flash) Color Information Communication (LED light) Auto FP high-speed sync FV lock Red-eye reduction...
Page 549 ❚ ❚ SB-600 Supported features Single flash i-TTL balanced fill-flash i-TTL Standard i-TTL fill-flash Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Distance-priority manual Manual Repeating flash Optical Advanced Wireless Lighting Master Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Manual...
Page 550 Supported features q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting Color Information Communication (flash) Color Information Communication (LED light) Auto FP high-speed sync FV lock Red-eye reduction Camera modeling illumination Unified flash control Camera flash unit firmware update 1 Not available with spot metering.
Page 551 Supported features Non-TTL auto Distance-priority manual Manual Repeating flash Optical Advanced Wireless Lighting Master Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Remote i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual...
Page 552 Supported features Auto FP high-speed sync FV lock Red-eye reduction Camera modeling illumination Unified flash control Camera flash unit firmware update 1 Not available with spot metering. 2 Can be selected using the [Flash control] item in the camera menus. 3 Available only in i-TTL and M flash control modes.
Page 553 Supported features Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Remote i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting Color Information Communication (flash) Color Information Communication (LED light) Auto FP high-speed sync...
Page 554 1 Available only in i-TTL and M flash control modes. 2 Available only in i-TTL flash control mode. ❚ ❚ SB-400 Supported features Single flash i-TTL balanced fill-flash i-TTL Standard i-TTL fill-flash Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Distance-priority manual Manual Repeating flash Optical Advanced Wireless Lighting Master Remote flash control...
Page 555 Supported features [A : B] Quick wireless flash control q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting Color Information Communication (flash) Color Information Communication (LED light) Auto FP high-speed sync FV lock Red-eye reduction Camera modeling illumination Unified flash control Camera flash unit firmware update 1 Not available with spot metering.
Page 556 Supported features Non-TTL auto Distance-priority manual Manual Repeating flash Optical Advanced Wireless Lighting Master Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Remote i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual...
Page 557 Supported features Auto FP high-speed sync FV lock Red-eye reduction Camera modeling illumination Unified flash control Camera flash unit firmware update 1 Not available with spot metering. 2 Can be selected using the [Flash control] item in the camera menus. 3 Available only in i-TTL flash control mode.
Page 558 Supported features Optical Advanced Wireless Lighting Master Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Remote i-TTL i-TTL [A : B] Quick wireless flash control q A/A Auto aperture/non-TTL auto Manual Repeating flash Radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting...
Page 559: Notes And Tips For Optional Flash Units
Supported features Unified flash control Camera flash unit firmware update 1 Available during close-up photography only. 2 Disabled when RPT is selected for flash control mode. 3 Available only in i-TTL flash control mode or when the flash is configured to emit monitor pre-flashes in q A flash control mode.
Page 560 If the maximum aperture of the lens is smaller than given above, the maximum value for aperture will be the maximum aperture of the lens. ･ The SB-5000, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-500, and SB-400 provide red-eye reduction in red-eye reduction and slow-sync with red-eye reduction flash modes.
Page 561 Flash photography Flash photography cannot be combined with some camera features, including: ･ silent photography, ･ video recording, and ･ HDR (high dynamic range) Using FV lock with optional flash units ･ FV lock is available with optional flash units in TTL and (where supported) monitor pre-flash q A and monitor pre-flash A flash control modes (see the documentation provided with the flash unit for more information).
Page 562 Metering areas for FV lock The areas metered when FV lock is used with optional flash units are as follows: ･ Stand-alone flash unit Flash control mode Metered area i-TTL 6-mm circle in center of frame Auto aperture ( q A) Area metered by flash exposure meter ･...
Page 563: Other Compatible Accessories
･ See our website or brochures for the latest information. Power sources ● ･ EN-EL25 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery: Can be used with Nikon Z fc digital cameras. ･ MH-32 Battery Charger: Can be used to recharge EN-EL25 batteries. ･ EH-7P Charging AC Adapter: The EH-7P can be used to charge batteries inserted in the camera.
Page 564 If a warning message prompting you to update is displayed on the camera when a mount adapter is mounted on the camera, update to the latest version. For information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area. Other compatible accessories...
Page 565: Charging The Camera With The Charging Ac Adapter
Microphones ● ･ ME-1 Stereo Microphone: Connect the ME-1 to the camera microphone jack to record stereo sound. Using an external microphone also reduces the chance of picking up equipment noise, such as the sounds produced during video recording when focus is achieved using autofocus. ･...
Page 566 ･ After confirming that the camera is off, connect the charging AC adapter (q) and plug the adapter in. The battery charges while the camera is off. Keep the plug straight during insertion and removal. - The camera charge lamp (w) lights amber while charging is in progress.
Page 567: Ml-L7 Remote Control
Powering the camera with the charging AC adapter ･ If [Enable] is selected for [USB power delivery] in the setup menu, the charging AC adapter will power the camera when the camera is turned on. For more information, see ““Power delivery” versus “charging”” (0417). ･...
Page 568 ❚ ❚ Remote control part names and functions (for Z fc) Part Function 1 － button Same operation as the W (Q) button on the camera. 2 ＋ button Same operation as the X button on the camera. Video- record Press to start recording, and press again to end recording.
Page 569 Part Function Corresponds to the shutter-release button on the camera. Shutter- ･ There is no halfway press or press and hold function. release button You cannot use the continuous shooting function, which requires press and hold. ･ Bulb shooting works the same way as Time shooting. 7 Multi selector Same operation as the multi selector on the camera.
Page 570 Standby timer when using the remote control When the standby timer of the camera expires and the monitor and viewfinder are off, turn on the remote control and then press and hold the shutter-release button or video-record button on the remote control to return to the original state.
Page 571 Select [Wireless remote (ML-L7) options] > [Save wireless remote controller] in the camera setup menu and press J. ･ The camera will standby for pairing. ･ If the camera is connected to a smartphone or computer, connection to those devices will be terminated. Press and hold the power button on the remote control (3 seconds or longer).
Page 572 ❚ ❚ To connect with a paired remote control Select [Wireless remote (ML-L7) options] > [Wireless remote connection] > [Enable] in the camera setup menu and press J. Press the power button on the remote control. ･ The camera and remote control are automatically connected. Other compatible accessories...
Page 573: Software
･ NX Studio*: View and edit photos and videos shot with Nikon digital cameras. Use NX Studio software to fine-tune photos shot in Nikon’s unique NEF/NRW (RAW) formats or convert them to JPEG or TIFF (RAW processing).
Page 574: Caring For The Camera
Caring for the camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery. Before removing the battery, confirm that the camera is off. Do not store the camera in locations that: ･ are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60% ･...
Page 575: Manual Cleaning
Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily damaged; we recommend that manual cleaning be performed only by a Nikon-authorized service representative. Turn the camera off and remove the lens. Holding the camera so that light can enter the camera, examine the image sensor for dust or lint.
Page 576 ･ Do not use a blower-brush. The bristles could damage the sensor. ･ Dirt that cannot be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the sensor. Replace the lens or supplied body cap.
Page 577 Servicing the camera and accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing; Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services).
Page 578: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions
Caring for the camera and battery: Cautions Camera care Do not drop ● Do not drop the camera or lens or subject them to blows. The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keep dry ● Keep the camera dry. Rusting of the internal mechanism caused by water inside the camera can not only be expensive to repair but can in fact cause irreparable damage.
Page 579 Lasers and other bright light sources ● Do not direct lasers or other extremely bright light sources toward the lens, as this could damage the camera’s image sensor. Cleaning ● When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 580 Store in a well-ventilated area ● To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic, or where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for example near a heater or in an enclosed vehicle on a hot day.
Page 581: Battery Care
injury from broken glass. Be careful that liquid crystal from the monitor does not touch the skin or enter the eyes or mouth. ･ Should you experience any of the following symptoms while framing shots in the viewfinder, discontinue use until your condition improves: - nausea, eye pain, eye fatigue, - dizziness, headache, stiffness in your neck or shoulders, - queasiness or loss of hand-eye coordination, or...
Page 582 ･ If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and run it flat before removing it from the camera for storage. The battery should be stored in a cool, dry location with an ambient temperature of 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F).
Page 583: Using The Charger
Ready spare batteries ● Before taking photographs, ready a spare battery and keep it fully charged. Depending on your location, it may be difficult to purchase replacement batteries on short notice. Have fully-charged spare batteries ready on cold days ● Partially-charged batteries may not function on cold days.
Page 584: Using The Charging Ac Adapter
･ Use the MH-32 Battery Charger with compatible batteries only. ･ Do not use chargers with damage that leaves the interior exposed or that produce unusual sounds when used. ･ The symbols on this product represent the following: m AC, p DC, q Class II equipment (the construction of the product is double-insulated) Using the charging AC adapter ･...
Page 585: Specifications
･ F mount NIKKOR lenses (mount adapter required; lenses restrictions may apply) Effective pixels Effective 20.9 million pixels Image sensor Type 23.5 × 15.7 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon DX format) Total pixels 21.51 million Dust- Image Dust Off reference data (NX Studio software reduction required) system Specifications...
Page 586 Storage ･ [DX (24×16)] selected for image area: - 5568 × 3712 (Large: 20.7 M) - 4176 × 2784 (Medium: 11.6 M) - 2784 × 1856 (Small: 5.2 M) ･ [1:1 (16×16)] selected for image area: - 3712 × 3712 (Large: 13.8 M) - 2784 ×...
Page 587 Storage File system DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31 Viewfinder 1.0-cm/0.39-in. approx. 2360k-dot (XGA) OLED electronic Viewfinder viewfinder with color balance and auto and 7-level manual brightness controls Frame Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical coverage Magnification Approx. 1.02× (50 mm lens at infinity, −1.0 m −1 19.5 mm (−1.0 m ;...
Page 588 Shutter ･ Using the shutter-speed dial: 1/4000 – 4 s (1 step), Bulb, Time, X (Flash sync) Speed ･ Using the main command dial: 1/4000 – 30 s (1/3 step, can be extended up to 900 s in mode M), Bulb, Time, X (Flash sync) Flash sync X=1/200 s;...
Page 589 Exposure –4 – +17 EV Range * Figures are for ISO 100 and f/2.0 lens at 20 °C/68 °F b: Auto, P: programmed auto with flexible program, S: Mode shutter-priority auto, A: aperture-priority auto, M: manual Exposure Range: –3 – +3 EV (–5 – +5 EV when the exposure compensation compensation dial is set to [C]), Increment: 1/3 step Exposure lock Luminosity locked at detected value...
Page 590 Autofocus ･ Autofocus: Single-servo AF (AF-S), continuous-servo AF (AF-C), AF mode auto-switch (AF-A, photo mode only), Lens servo full-time AF (AF-F, video mode only), predictive focus tracking ･ Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used 209 focus points * Number of focus points available in Focus points photo mode with single-point AF selected for AF-area mode and DX selected for image area...
Page 591 Flash Nikon Creative i-TTL flash control, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, FV Lighting lock, Color Information Communication, auto FP high- System (CLS) speed sync White balance Auto (3 types), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (3 types), flash, choose White balance color temperature (2500 K–10,000 K), preset manual (up to...
Page 592 Video Video H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding compression Audio Linear PCM (for videos recorded in MOV format) or AAC recording (for videos recorded in MP4 format) format Audio Built-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator recording option; sensitivity adjustable device Exposure Range: –3 –...
Page 593 Interface Type C USB connector (SuperSpeed USB); connection to built-in USB port is recommended HDMI output Type D HDMI connector Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power Audio input supported) Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ･ Standards: - IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Africa, Asia, Bolivia, Europe, and Oceania) - IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac (U.S.A., Canada, Mexico) - IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a (other countries in the Americas)
Page 594 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ･ Communication protocols: Bluetooth Specification Version 4.2 ･ Operating frequency: - Bluetooth: 2402–2480 MHz Bluetooth - Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402–2480 MHz ･ Maximum output power (EIRP): - Bluetooth: 2.6 dBm - Bluetooth Low Energy: 1.1 dBm Power source Battery One EN-EL25 rechargeable Li-ion battery Charging AC EH-7P charging AC adapter (available separately)
Page 595 ･ Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this document at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this document may contain.
Page 596 ❚ ❚ EN-EL25 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity 7.6 V/1120 mAh Operating temperature 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F) Dimensions Approx. 34 × 50.5 × 18 mm/1.4 × 2.0 × 0.8 in. Weight Approx. 53 g (1.9 oz) Specifications...
Page 597 Disposing of data storage devices Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.
Page 598: Approved Memory Cards
Approved memory cards ･ The camera can be used with SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards. ･ UHS-I is supported. ･ Cards rated UHS Speed Class 3 or better are recommended for video recording and playback. Slower speeds may result in recording or playback being interrupted.
Page 599: Portable Chargers (Power Banks)
Portable chargers (power banks) Portable chargers can be used to power the camera or charge the camera battery. The following table lists the portable chargers that have been tested and approved for use, together with the approximate number of shots that can be taken with, and the approximate number of times the camera battery can be charged using, each device.
Page 600: Memory Card Capacity
Memory card capacity The following table shows buffer capacity and the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 32 GB card at different image qualities and sizes when [DX (24×16)] is selected for [Choose image area]. Actual capacity varies with shooting conditions and the type of card.
Page 601 3 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer at ISO 100. If [Auto distortion control] is set to [On], the number of exposures may drop. Memory card capacity...
Page 602: Battery Endurance
･ Using the camera with optional accessories connected ･ Repeatedly zooming in and out ･ Taking pictures at low ambient temperatures To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL25 batteries: ･ Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.
Page 603 2 Actual battery endurance as measured under conditions specified by CIPA. Measured at 23 °C/73.4 °F (±2 °C/3.6 °F) with a NIKKOR Z DX 16– 50mm f/3.5–6.3 VR lens and a SanDisk SDSDXVE-032G-JNJIP memory card. Measurement performed at default settings. ･...
Page 604: Af-Assist Illumination
The AF-assist illuminator has a range of about 1–3 m (3 ft 4 in.–9 ft 10 in.). Some lenses or lens hoods may block the illuminator at certain focus distances. Remove the lens hood before shooting. ･ For information on restrictions when shooting with the camera's illuminator, see the Nikon Download Center. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ AF-assist illumination...
Page 605 ･ The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned ® by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Nikon is under license. ･ Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Page 606 FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright © 2012 The FreeType Project (https:// www.freetype.org). All rights reserved. MIT License (HarfBuzz) Portions of this software are copyright © 2018 The HarfBuzz Project (https:// www.freedesktop.org/wiki/Software/HarfBuzz). All rights reserved. Unicode Character Database License (Unicode Character ®...
Page 607 FROM LOSS OF USE, DATA OR PROFITS, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORTIOUS ACTION, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE DATA FILES OR SOFTWARE. Except as contained in this notice, the name of a copyright holder shall not be used in advertising or otherwise to promote the sale, use or other dealings in these Data Files or Software without prior written authorization of the copyright holder.
Page 608 Notices Notices for customers in the U.S.A. ● The battery charger IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed.
Page 609 Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Interface cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Page 610 This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: ･ This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste. ･...
Page 611 FCC WARNING The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Compliance with FCC requirement 15.407(c)
Page 612 ･ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Co-location This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200 FCC/ISED RF Exposure Statement The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices.
Page 613 no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects.
Page 614 Notice for customers in Europe and in countries complying with ● the Radio Equipment Directive Hereby, Nikon Corporation declares that the radio equipment type Z fc is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full texts of the EU declarations of conformity are available at the following internet addresses: https://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_N2016.pdf...
Page 615 This device complies with radio-frequency regulations. The content of certification labels not affixed to the device is given below. Notice for customers in Nigeria ● Notice for customers in Thailand ● Security ● Although one of the benefits of this product is that it allows others to freely connect for the wireless exchange of data anywhere within its range, the following may occur if security is not enabled: ･...
Page 616 Conformity marking Some of the information related to standards with which the camera complies can be viewed using the [Conformity marking] option in the setup menu. Certificates Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (wireless LAN)
Page 617 Index Symbols G button ............64 i button ............68, 145 b (Auto) ............85, 90 K button ..............96 P (Programmed auto) ........128 O button ..............99 S (Shutter-priority auto) ......128 A ( g ) button .......... 63, 142 A (Aperture-priority auto) ......130 W button ..............
Page 618 All pictures ............212 Camera-mounted flash units ....497 Animal-detection AF ........108 Center-weighted area ........353 Aperture .............130, 132 Center-weighted metering .......163 Aperture-priority auto ........130 Charger ..............74 Apply settings to live view ......359 Charging AC adapter ........565 Attaching a lens ..........78 Choose color temperature (White Attenuator ............
Page 619 Customize command dials ....... 377 Customize i menu ....69, 365, 381 Face-detection AF .......... 106 File information ..........187 File naming ..........242, 330 D-Lighting ............436 File number sequence .........358 Delete ..........98, 211, 232 Fill flash ............162, 502 Detaching lenses ..........
Page 620 Focus points used ........ 105, 345 IP address ............. 469 Focus ring ............113 ISO sensitivity .............137 Focus shift shooting ........319 ISO sensitivity dial ........49, 137 Focus tracking with lock-on .....345 ISO sensitivity dial lock release ..49, 137 Format memory card ........392 ISO sensitivity settings .......245, 331 Frame size/frame rate ......175, 330 Framing grid display ........360...
Page 621 Mid-range sharpening (Set Picture Playback display options ......233 Control) ............151 Playback folder ..........233 Mode selector ........... 47, 127 Playback menu ..........232 Monitor ..............50 Portrait (Set Picture Control) ....148 Monitor brightness ........394 Power off delay .........77, 355 Monitor color balance ........394 Preset manual (White balance) Monochrome .............440...
Page 622 Remote photography ........480 Shutter-release button AE-L .....354 Reset all settings ..........423 Shutter-speed dial ......47, 128, 131 Reset custom settings ........343 Shutter-speed dial lock release Reset photo shooting menu ....238 ............. 47, 128, 131 Reset video recording menu ....330 Silent photography ......121, 327 Resize ..............432 Single AF ...............101 Retouch menu ..........424...
Page 623 Trim ................431 Wireless Transmitter Utility ......457 Trim video ............448 Zoom ..............209 Upload while off ..........410 USB power delivery ........415 Vibration reduction ........171 Video file type ........... 331 Video quality ..........175, 330 Video recording menu .........329 Video-record button ........91 View all in continuous mode ....361 Viewfinder ..............
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Nikon Z fc N2016 Reference Manual

Getting to Know the Camera

First Steps

Basic Photography and Playback

Basic Settings

Shooting Controls

P (Programmed Auto)

S (Shutter-Priority Auto)

A (Aperture-Priority Auto)

M (Manual)

The I Menu

Playback

Menu Guide

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

Need help?

Questions and answers

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