Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual This camera features updated firmware with added functions. For more information, see “Changes Made via Firmware Updates” (page 802). • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety”...
Page 2: When Your First Photo Can't Wait
For more information, see “Attaching the Strap” ( 0 37). Turn the camera on and then choose a language and set the clock ( 0 52). Z 7II Model Name: N1932 Z 6II Model Name: N1929 When Your First Photo Can’t Wait...
Page 3 ❚❚ Take ( 0 56) and View ( 0 69) Pictures Rotate the mode dial to 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...
Page 4: Package Contents
Package Contents Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera. ❏ Camera ❏ EN-EL15c rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover ❏ MH-25a battery charger (comes with either an AC wall adapter or power cable of a type and shape that varies with the country ❏...
Page 5 The Nikon Download Center Visit the Nikon download center to download firmware updates, ViewNX-i and other Nikon software, and manuals for Nikon products including cameras, NIKKOR lenses, and flash units. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Package Contents...
Page 6: About This Manual
This icon marks references to other sections in this manual. ❚❚ Conventions • This manual is for use with both the Z 7II and Z 6II. The illustrations show the Z 6II. • This camera uses CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards.
Page 7 A For Your Safety “For Your Safety” contains important safety instructions. Be sure to read them before using the camera. For more information, see “For Your Safety” ( 0 xxxv). About This Manual...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents When Your First Photo Can’t Wait ............. ii Package Contents................... iv About This Manual ................. vi Menu List .................... xxviii For Your Safety .................. xxxv Notices......................xl Getting to Know the Camera Parts of the Camera................. 1 Camera Body ..............
Page 9 First Steps Attaching the Strap................37 Charging the Battery ................38 The Battery Charger............38 Charging AC Adapters ..........40 Inserting the Battery................43 Removing the Battery ..........43 Battery Level ..............44 Inserting Memory Cards..............45 Removing Memory Cards ........... 46 Number of Exposures Remaining ......
Page 10 White Balance..................94 Adjusting White Balance ..........94 Silent Photography................100 Rating Pictures ..................102 Protecting Pictures from Deletion ..........104 Shooting Controls The Mode Dial ..................106 Using the Mode Dial........... 106 P (Programmed Auto)..........107 S (Shutter-Priority Auto)..........108 A (Aperture-Priority Auto) ........
Page 11 The i Menu The i Menu................... 136 Still Images.................... 138 Set Picture Control ............139 White Balance ............... 145 Image Quality..............152 Image Size ..............154 Flash Mode..............156 Metering................157 Wi-Fi Connection ............158 View Memory Card Info ..........159 Release Mode ..............
Page 12 Playback Viewing Pictures ................. 180 Full-Frame Playback ........... 180 Thumbnail Playback........... 181 Photo Information ................183 File Information............184 Exposure Data............... 185 Highlight Display............185 RGB Histogram ............. 186 Shooting Data............... 188 Location Data..............191 Overview................. 191 The i Button (Playback Mode)............193 Photos................
Page 13 Menu Guide Defaults ....................212 Playback Menu Defaults..........212 Photo Shooting Menu Defaults ......213 Movie Shooting Menu Defaults......217 Custom Settings Menu Defaults......219 Setup Menu Defaults..........226 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images........ 232 Delete ....................233 Playback Folder................234 Playback Display Options............234 Dual-Format Recording PB Slot ..........235 Image Review ................235...
Page 14 File Naming..................256 Primary Slot Selection..............257 Secondary Slot Function............258 Deleting Copies............259 Choose Image Area..............260 Image Quality................260 Image Size ..................261 NEF (RAW) Recording..............264 NEF (RAW) Compression........... 264 NEF (RAW) Bit Depth ..........265 ISO Sensitivity Settings.............. 265 White Balance ................
Page 15 Flicker Reduction Shooting ............289 Metering..................290 Flash Control..................291 Flash Control Mode............. 292 Wireless Flash Options..........293 Remote Flash Control..........294 Radio Remote Flash Info..........294 Flash Mode ..................295 Flash Compensation ..............295 Focus Mode..................295 AF-Area Mode................296 Vibration Reduction ..............296 Auto Bracketing................297 Exposure and Flash Bracketing....... 298 White Balance Bracketing.........
Page 16 1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options..363 Reset Movie Shooting Menu ........... 364 File Naming..................364 Destination ..................364 Choose Image Area..............365 Frame Size/Frame Rate.............. 365 Movie Quality................365 Movie File Type ................365 ISO Sensitivity Settings.............. 366 White Balance ................
Page 17 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings....377 Reset Custom Settings ...............381 a: Autofocus .................. 381 a1: AF-C Priority Selection ..........381 a2: AF-S Priority Selection..........382 a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On........382 a4: Focus Points Used ............383 a5: Store Points by Orientation ........384 a6: AF Activation..............386 Out-of-Focus Release ..........
Page 18 c: Timers/AE Lock................ 394 c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L........394 c2: Self-Timer ................. 394 c3: Power Off Delay ............. 395 d: Shooting/Display ..............396 d1: CL Mode Shooting Speed .......... 396 d2: Max. Continuous Release........... 396 d3: Sync. Release Mode Options ........397 d4: Exposure Delay Mode ..........
Page 19 f: Controls..................410 f1: Customize i Menu ............410 View Memory Card Info ..........411 Split-Screen Display Zoom ........412 Bluetooth Connection..........413 MB-N11 Info ..............413 f2: Custom Controls .............414 f3: OK Button ................427 Shooting Mode............. 427 Playback Mode.............. 428 f4: Shutter Spd &...
Page 20 g: Movie..................440 g1: Customize i Menu ............. 440 g2: Custom Controls ............441 g3: OK Button ................ 448 g4: AF Speed ................449 g5: AF Tracking Sensitivity..........449 g6: Highlight Display ............450 Display Pattern ............. 450 Highlight Display Threshold........450 g7: Assign MB-N11 Buttons..........
Page 21 Non-CPU Lens Data ..............466 Save Focus Position..............466 Clean Image Sensor..............467 Image Dust Off Ref Photo ............468 Acquiring Image Dust Off Reference Data ..468 Pixel Mapping................471 Image Comment ................473 Input Comment ............473 Attach Comment............473 Copyright Information ...............474 Artist/Copyright ............474 Attach Copyright Information.........
Page 22 Connect to Smart Device............483 Pairing (Bluetooth)............483 Select to Send (Bluetooth) ........484 Wi-Fi Connection............484 Send While Off.............. 485 Location Data (Smart Device) ......... 485 Connect to PC ................486 Wi-Fi Connection............486 Network Settings............486 Options................488 MAC Address..............
Page 23 Resize....................512 Resizing Multiple Images .......... 512 D-Lighting..................517 Red-Eye Correction..............518 Straighten ..................519 Distortion Control ................520 Perspective Control..............521 Monochrome.................522 Image Overlay ................523 Add..................523 Lighten and Darken ............ 528 Trim Movie..................532 O My Menu/ m Recent Settings............ 533 O My Menu: Creating a Custom Menu....533 m Recent Settings: Accessing Recently-Used Settings .........
Page 24 Connecting to Smart Devices ............565 The SnapBridge App ..........565 What SnapBridge Can Do for You ......566 Wireless Connections..........567 Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode) ....... 568 Connecting via Bluetooth ........577 Connecting to Networks Using the WT-7........594 The WT-7.................
Page 25 Flash Compensation................622 FV Lock ....................623 Flash Info for On-Camera Units ............. 626 Flash Control Mode Displays ........626 Remote Flash Photography What Is Remote Flash Photography?........... 629 Using Remote Flash Units......... 630 Radio AWL ..................... 631 Establishing a Wireless Connection ...... 631 Remote Flash Photography ........
Page 26 The Monitor..............681 The Viewfinder ............. 688 The Control Panel............692 Compatible Flash Units..............693 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)..693 Other Compatible Accessories............701 Optional MB-N11 Power Battery Packs ....710 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter..............733 Software....................
Page 27 Specifications ..................751 Nikon Z 7II/Z 6II Digital Camera......751 Approved Memory Cards..............770 Portable Chargers (Power Banks) ..........771 Memory Card Capacity ..............773 Battery Endurance................777 AF-Assist Illumination ............... 780 Trademarks and Licenses..............781 Notices....................785 Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) ..........788 Kit Lens Manuals Kit Lens Manuals .................
Page 28: Menu List
Menu List The camera offers the following menus. For a more complete description of individual menu items, refer to the “Menu Guide” chapter in the Online Manual. PLAYBACK MENU PHOTO SHOOTING MENU Delete Reset photo shooting menu Playback folder Storage folder Playback display options File naming Dual-format recording PB slot...
Page 29 PHOTO SHOOTING MENU MOVIE SHOOTING MENU Diffraction compensation Reset movie shooting menu Auto distortion control File naming Flicker reduction shooting Destination Metering Choose image area Flash control Frame size/frame rate Flash mode Movie quality Flash compensation Movie file type Focus mode ISO sensitivity settings AF-area mode White balance...
Page 30 MOVIE SHOOTING MENU CUSTOM SETTING MENU Metering Reset custom settings Focus mode a Autofocus AF-area mode AF-C priority selection Vibration reduction AF-S priority selection Electronic VR Focus tracking with lock-on Microphone sensitivity Focus points used Attenuator Store points by orientation Frequency response AF activation Wind noise reduction...
Page 31 CUSTOM SETTING MENU CUSTOM SETTING MENU b Metering/exposure d Shooting/display EV steps for exposure cntrl CL mode shooting speed Easy exposure Max. continuous release compensation Sync. release mode options Center-weighted area Exposure delay mode Fine-tune optimal Shutter type exposure Extended shutter speeds c Timers/AE lock Shutter-release button Limit selectable image area...
Page 32 CUSTOM SETTING MENU CUSTOM SETTING MENU e Bracketing/flash f Controls Customize i menu Flash sync speed Flash shutter speed Custom controls Exposure comp. for flash OK button Auto c ISO sensitivity Shutter spd & aperture lock control Customize command dials Modeling flash Release button to use dial Auto bracketing (mode M)
Page 33 SETUP MENU SETUP MENU Format memory card Beep options Save user settings Touch controls Reset user settings HDMI Language Location data Time zone and date Wireless remote (WR) options Monitor brightness Assign remote (WR) Fn button Monitor color balance Airplane mode Viewfinder brightness Connect to smart device Viewfinder color balance...
Page 34 RETOUCH MENU MY MENU NEF (RAW) processing Add items Trim Remove items Resize Rank items D-Lighting Choose tab Red-eye correction Straighten Distortion control Perspective control Monochrome Image overlay Trim movie xxxiv Menu List...
Page 35: For Your Safety
For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. A DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a high risk of death or severe injury.
Page 36 Do not let your skin remain in prolonged contact with this product while it is on or plugged in. Failure to observe this precaution could result in low-temperature burns. Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as propane, gasoline or aerosols.
Page 37 Do not handle the plug when charging the product or using the AC adapter during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. 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.
Page 38 Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Do not look directly at the AF-assist illuminator.
Page 39 If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean water and seek immediate medical attention. Delaying action could result in eye injuries. Follow the instructions of airline personnel. Batteries left unattended at high altitudes in an unpressurized environment may leak, overheat, rupture, or catch fire.
Page 40: 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 41 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 42 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 43: Getting To Know The Camera
Getting to Know the Camera Parts of the Camera Camera Body Mode dial ( 0 15, 106) S button ( 0 16, 118) Mode dial lock release ( 0 15, Eyelet for camera strap ( 0 37) 106) E (focal plane mark; 0 93) Stereo microphone ( 0 63) Main command dial ( 0 16) Movie-record button ( 0 63)
Page 44 Image sensor ( 0 739) Lens mounting mark ( 0 50) M button ( 0 14, 461) Headphone connector ( 0 374) AF-assist illuminator ( 0 60, Charge lamp ( 0 40) 390) USB connector ( 0 492, 599) Red-eye reduction lamp ( 0 156, 619) HDMI connector ( 0 604) Self-timer lamp ( 0 131)
Page 45 14 13 Multi selector ( 0 29) Diopter adjustment control ( 0 13) G button ( 0 28, 212) DISP button ( 0 25) c ( E ) button ( 0 125, 131) Photo/movie selector ( 0 56, W ( Q ) button ( 0 27, 32, 181, 204) AF-ON button ( 0 28) X button ( 0 27, 91, 181, 204)
Page 46 Lens mount ( 0 50, 93) Battery-chamber cover Lens release button ( 0 51) Battery-chamber cover latch Fn2 button ( 0 35, 74) CPU contacts Fn1 button ( 0 35, 94) Tripod socket Sub-command dial ( 0 16) Power connector cover ( 0 733) Parts of the Camera...
Page 47 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 “Image Sensor Cleaning”...
Page 48: The Control Panel
The Control Panel The control panel lights when the camera is on. At default settings, the following indicators are displayed. For a full list of the indicators that appear in the control panel, see “The Camera Display and Control Panel” ( 0 681) in “Technical Notes”. Shutter speed ( 0 108, 109) Number of exposures remaining ( 0 47, 773)
Page 49: The Monitor
The Monitor At default settings, the following indicators appear in the monitor. For a full list of indicators, see “The Camera Display and Control Panel” ( 0 681) in “Technical Notes”. ❚❚ Photo Mode 5 6 7 8 9 10 AF-area brackets ( 0 77) Active D-Lighting ( 0 283) Shooting mode ( 0 106)
Page 50 10 9 8 i icon ( 0 136) Aperture ( 0 108, 109) Shutter speed ( 0 108, 109) Exposure indicator Exposure ( 0 110) Subject-tracking AF ( 0 86) Exposure compensation Metering ( 0 157) ( 0 122) Battery indicator ( 0 44) “k”...
Page 51 ❚❚ Movie Mode Recording indicator ( 0 63) Release mode (still “No movie” indicator ( 0 65) photography; 0 130) Destination ( 0 177) Sound level ( 0 174) Frame size and rate/image Microphone sensitivity quality ( 0 168) ( 0 174) Image area ( 0 175) Frequency response ( 0 373) Time remaining ( 0 63)
Page 52: The Viewfinder
The Viewfinder At default settings, the following indicators appear in the viewfinder. For a full list of indicators, see “The Camera Display and Control Panel” ( 0 681) in “Technical Notes”. ❚❚ Photo Mode 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Battery indicator ( 0 44) AF-area mode ( 0 77) Active D-Lighting ( 0 283)
Page 53 “k” (appears when memory Exposure indicator Exposure ( 0 110) remains for over 1000 exposures; 0 47) Exposure compensation Number of exposures ( 0 122) remaining ( 0 47, 773) Aperture ( 0 108, 109) ISO sensitivity ( 0 118) Shutter speed ( 0 108, 109) ISO sensitivity indicator Shutter type ( 0 398)
Page 54 ❚❚ Movie Mode Recording indicator ( 0 63) Release mode (still “No movie” indicator ( 0 65) photography; 0 130) Time remaining ( 0 63) Frame size and rate/image quality ( 0 168) Frequency response ( 0 373) Image area ( 0 175) Microphone sensitivity Destination ( 0 177) ( 0 174)
Page 55: 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 56: 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 57: The Mode Dial
Tilting the Monitor Putting your eye to the camera when the monitor is tilted will not trigger the viewfinder if both the following conditions are met: • [Automatic display switch] or [Prioritize viewfinder] is selected for monitor mode, and • a menu, picture, or other display currently appears in the monitor.
Page 58: The Command Dials
The Command Dials Rotate the command dials to choose settings for shutter speed, aperture, or the functions assigned to other camera controls. The S Button Adjust the camera’s sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) in accord with lighting conditions. ❚❚ Photo Mode ISO sensitivity can be adjusted by holding the S button and rotating the main command dial.
Page 59 ❚❚ Movie Mode ISO sensitivity can be adjusted by holding the S button and rotating the main command dial. ISO sensitivity for movie recording can be adjusted in mode M only. • The value selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [ISO sensitivity (mode M)] applies when [Off] is selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] >...
Page 60: The E (Exposure Compensation) Button
The E (Exposure Compensation) Button 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 • Exposure compensation can be adjusted by holding the E button and rotating either command dial.
Page 61: Touch Controls
Touch Controls The touch-sensitive monitor offers a variety of controls that can be operated by touching the display with your fingers. During viewfinder photography, touch controls are disabled and cannot be used for focus or the like. ❚❚ Focusing and Releasing the Shutter •...
Page 62 • Tap Z or press J to select the chosen option and return to the previous display. ❚❚ Playback • Flick left or right to view other pictures during full-frame playback. • In full-frame playback, touching the bottom of the display brings up a frame-advance bar.
Page 63 • Use slide gestures to view other parts of the image during zoom. • Giving the display two quick taps while zoom is in effect cancels zoom. • To “zoom out” to a thumbnail view, use a pinch gesture during full-frame playback.
Page 64 ❚❚ The i Menu • Tap the i icon to display the i menu during shooting ( 0 33, 136). • Tap items to view and change options. ❚❚ Text Entry • When a keyboard is displayed, you can enter text by tapping the keys.
Page 65 ❚❚ Navigating the Menus • Slide up or down to scroll. • Tap a menu icon to choose a menu. • Tap menu items to display options. You can then choose the desired option by tapping icons or sliders. • To exit without changing settings, tap Camera Controls...
Page 66 The Touch Screen • The touch screen responds to static electricity. It may not respond when touched with fingernails or gloved hands. • Do not touch the screen with sharp objects. • Do not use excessive force. • The screen may not respond when covered with third-party protective films.
Page 67: The Disp Button
The DISP Button Use the DISP button to cycle through the following displays: ❚❚ Photo Mode Indicators on Virtual horizon Information display ( 0 681) Simplified display Flash info ( 0 626, 657) 1, 2 Histogram 1 Displayed when [On] is selected for Custom Setting d9 [Apply settings to live view].
Page 68 3 Displayed when an optional SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300 flash unit is mounted on the accessory shoe or a WR-R10 wireless remote controller commands a flash unit via radio flash control. The Viewfinder The DISP button can also be used to choose the information displayed in the viewfinder.
Page 69: 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 70: The Af-On Button
The AF-ON Button The AF-ON button can be used for focus in autofocus mode. The G Button Press the G button to view the menus. D [PLAYBACK MENU] ( 0 232) C [PHOTO SHOOTING MENU] ( 0 248) 1 [MOVIE SHOOTING MENU] ( 0 363) A [CUSTOM SETTING MENU] ( 0 377)
Page 71 ❚❚ Using the Menus You can navigate the menus using the multi selector and J button. Move cursor up Select highlighted item Display sub-menu, select highlighted item, or move cursor right Move cursor down Cancel and return to previous menu, or move cursor left Highlight the icon for the current menu.
Page 72 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. Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. Camera Controls...
Page 73 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. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.
Page 74 Grayed-Out Items Some items and menu options may be unavailable depending on the mode and camera status. Unavailable items are displayed in gray. The d (Help) Icon • Where available, a description of the currently-selected item can be viewed by pressing the W ( Q ) button. •...
Page 75: The I Button (The I Menu)
The i Button (the i Menu) For quick access to frequently-used settings, press the i button or tap the i icon to view the i menu. • Different menus are displayed during photo mode and movie mode. • Options can be viewed by tapping items in the display or by highlighting items and pressing J ;...
Page 76 ❚❚ Customizing the i Menu The items displayed in the photo-mode i menu can be chosen using Custom Setting f1 or g1 [Customize i menu]. Highlight Custom Setting f1 or g1 [Customize i menu] and press J . See “The G Button” ( 0 28) for information on using the menus.
Page 77: The Fn1 And Fn2 Buttons
The Fn1 and Fn2 Buttons Use the Fn1 or Fn2 button for quick access to selected settings. • By default, the Fn1 button is assigned white balance ( 0 94) and the Fn2 button focus- and AF-area–mode selection ( 0 74). •...
Page 78 Highlight the desired item and press J . • The item will be assigned to the selected button and the options shown in Step 2 will be displayed. • Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to assign a role to the remaining button.
Page 79: 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 80: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Charge the supplied EN-EL15c battery before use. The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions in “For Your Safety” ( 0 xxxv) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions” ( 0 743). The Battery Charger Depending on the country or region, the charger comes with either an AC wall adapter or a power cable.
Page 81 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 82: Charging Ac Adapters
Charging AC Adapters When a battery is inserted in the camera, the optional EH-7P charging AC adapter can be used to charge the battery or power the camera. • EN-EL15a or EN-EL15 batteries cannot be charged using a charging AC adapter. Use an MH-25a battery charger instead. •...
Page 83 After confirming that the camera is off, connect the charging AC adapter ( ) and plug the adapter Keep the plug straight during insertion and removal. Charging • The battery charges while the camera is off. • The camera charge lamp ( ) lights amber while charging is in progress.
Page 84 Unplug the charging AC adapter when charging is complete or when it is no longer needed to power the camera. The Charging AC Adapter If the battery cannot be charged using the charging AC adapter, for example because the battery is not compatible or the temperature of the camera is elevated, the charge lamp will flash rapidly for about 30 seconds and then turn off.
Page 85: Inserting The Battery
Inserting the Battery • Turn the camera off before inserting or removing the battery. • 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. Removing the Battery To remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover.
Page 86: Battery Level
Battery Level • The battery level is shown in the shooting display and control panel while the camera is on. Monitor Viewfinder Control panel • The battery level display changes as the battery level diminishes, from L through K , J , I , and H . When the battery level falls to H , suspend shooting and charge the battery or ready a spare battery.
Page 87: Inserting Memory Cards
Inserting Memory Cards The camera is equipped with two memory card slots: a slot that takes one CFexpress or XQD memory card ( ) and another that takes one SD memory card ), for a total of two cards, one of each type.
Page 88: Removing Memory Cards
Removing Memory Cards After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the camera off, open the memory card slot cover, and press the card in to eject it ( ). The card can then be removed by hand ( Inserting Memory Cards...
Page 89: Number Of Exposures Remaining
Number of Exposures Remaining • When the camera is on, the shooting display and control panel show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings. • When memory cards are inserted in both slots and the default option—[Overflow]—is selected for [Secondary slot function], the camera will record pictures first to the card in the slot chosen using [Primary slot selection] (the primary...
Page 90 Memory Cards • Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. • Do not perform the following operations during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer or other device.
Page 91 No Memory Card Inserted If no memory card is inserted, a “no memory card” indicator will appear in the shooting display and [–E–] will appear in both the control panel and the shooting display. The Write Protect Switch • SD memory cards are equipped with a write-protect switch.
Page 92: Attaching A Lens
Attaching a Lens • The camera can be used with Z mount lenses. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is a NIKKOR Z 24–70mm f/4 S. • Be careful to prevent dust entering the camera. • Confirm that the camera is off before attaching the lens.
Page 93: Detaching Lenses
- Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place ( • 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 94: Choose A Language And Set The Clock
Choose a Language and Set the Clock The language option in the setup menu is automatically highlighted the first time menus are displayed. Choose a language and set the camera clock. Turn the camera on. Highlight [Language] in the setup menu and press 2 . •...
Page 95 Select a language. Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired language and press J (the languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased). Highlight [Time zone and date] and press 2 . Choose a time zone.
Page 96 Turn daylight saving time on or off. • Select [Daylight saving time] in the [Time zone and date] display. • Highlight [On] (daylight saving time on) or [Off] (daylight saving time off) and press J . • Selecting [On] advances the clock one hour; to undo the effect, select [Off].
Page 97 Exit the menus. Lightly press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. The t Icon A flashing t 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;...
Page 98: Basic Photography And Playback
Basic Photography and Playback Taking Photographs ( b Mode) 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 lens zoom ring as shown until the lens clicks into the extended position.
Page 99 Select photo mode by rotating the photo/ movie selector to C . Pressing the mode dial lock release on top of the camera, rotate the mode dial to b . Taking Photographs ( b Mode)
Page 100 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. • Framing photos in the viewfinder: Landscape (wide) Portrait (tall) orientation orientation •...
Page 101 Frame the photograph. Position the main subject in the AF- area brackets. • If the camera detects a human face, the AF-area brackets will be replaced by a yellow border around the subject’s face indicating the focus point. If eyes are detected, the yellow focus point will instead appear over one or the other of the subject’s eyes.
Page 102 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 103 Smoothly press the shutter- release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. • You can also take a photograph by touching the monitor. Touch your subject to focus and lift your finger to release the shutter ( 0 88). The Memory Card Access Lamp The memory card access lamp will light while the photograph is being recorded.
Page 104 Using Zoom in Photo Mode To zoom in on the display in photo mode (to a maximum of approximately 12×), press the X button. • Press X to zoom in, W ( Q ) to zoom out. • A navigation window will appear at the bottom right corner of the display.
Page 105: Shooting Movies ( B Mode)
Shooting Movies ( b Mode) b (auto) mode can also be used for simple, “point-and-shoot” movie recording. Turn the camera on. The monitor and control panel will light. Select movie mode by rotating the photo/ movie selector to 1 . Note that optional flash units cannot be used when the camera is in movie mode.
Page 106 Press the movie-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 107 Press the movie-record button again to end recording. The Memory Card Access Lamp The memory card access lamp will light while the movie is being recorded. Do not remove the memory card or battery. The 0 Icon A 0 icon indicates that movies cannot be recorded. Shooting Movies ( b Mode)
Page 108 Recording Movies • Movie recording will end automatically if: - The maximum length is reached - Another mode is selected - The photo/movie selector is rotated to C - The lens is removed • Sounds made by the camera may be audible in footage recorded: - During autofocus - During vibration reduction - When power aperture is used...
Page 109: Taking Photos In Movie Mode
Photo-mode settings do not apply to photos taken in movie mode. • Up to 50 (Z 7II) or 40 (Z 6II) photographs can be taken with each movie. • Note that photos can be taken even when the subject is not in focus.
Page 110 Photography and Movie Recording • You may notice the following in the shooting display. These phenomena will also be visible in any photos or footage recorded with the camera. - Flicker or banding in scenes lit by such sources as fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps - Moving objects in the display appear distorted (individual subjects such as trains or cars moving at high speed through the frame may be...
Page 111: Playback
Playback Press the K button to view photos and movies recorded with the camera. Viewing Photos Photos can be viewed by following the steps below. Press the K button. • A picture will be displayed in the monitor or viewfinder. •...
Page 112: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon. Tap the a icon in the display or press the J button to start playback (a progress bar shows your approximate position in the movie). 1 icon Length a icon Current position/total length Progress bar Volume Guide...
Page 113 ❚❚ Movie Playback Operations Operation Description Press 3 to pause playback. Pause Press the J button to resume playback when Resume playback is paused or during rewind/advance. • Press 4 to rewind, 2 to advance. Speed increases with each press, from 2× to 4× to 8× to 16×.
Page 114: Deleting Unwanted Pictures
Deleting Unwanted Pictures Pictures can be deleted as described below. Note that once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Display the picture. • Press the K button to start playback and press 4 or 2 until the desired picture is displayed. •...
Page 115 The Playback Menu [Delete] Item Use [Delete] in the playback menu to: • Delete multiple pictures • Delete pictures taken on selected dates • Delete all pictures in selected folders Playback...
Page 116: 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 and the photo and movie shooting menus ( 0 164, 295, 371). •...
Page 117 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 will flash red and the shutter release will be AF-S [Single AF] disabled.
Page 118 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 119: Af-Area Mode
AF-Area Mode Choose how the camera selects the focus-point for autofocus. • In modes other than [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], and [Auto-area AF (animals)], the focus point can be positioned using the sub-selector ( 0 133) or multi selector. ❚❚...
Page 120 Option Description • The camera focuses on a point selected by the [Single-point user. • Use with stationary subjects. • The camera focuses on a point selected by the user. If the subject briefly leaves the selected point, the camera will focus based on information from surrounding focus points.
Page 121 Option Description • As for single-point AF except that the camera focuses on a wider area. [Wide-area AF • Choose for snapshots, subjects that are in (S)] motion, and other subjects that are difficult to photograph using single-point AF. • During movie recording, wide-area AF can be used for smooth focus when making panning or [Wide-area AF...
Page 122 Option Description • The camera automatically detects the subject and selects the focus area. • Use on occasions when you don’t have time to [Auto-area select the focus point yourself, for portraits, or for snapshots and other spur-of-the-moment photos. • If [Auto-area AF (people)] is selected, the camera will detect and focus on the faces or eyes of human portrait subjects (face/eye-...
Page 123 s : The Center Focus Point In all AF-area modes except [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], and [Auto-area AF (animals)], a dot appears in the focus point when it is in the center of the frame. Quick Focus-Point Selection • For quicker focus-point selection, choose [Every other point] for Custom Setting a4 [Focus points used] to use only a quarter of the available focus points.
Page 124 ❚❚ Focusing on the Faces or Eyes of Portrait Subjects (Face/Eye-Detection AF) The camera detects the faces and eyes of human portrait subjects when [Wide- area AF (L-people)] or [Auto-area AF (people)] is selected for [AF-area mode] in the photo and movie shooting menus (face/eye-detection AF).
Page 125 • If the subject looks away after their face is detected, the focus point will move to track their motion. • During playback, you can zoom in on the face or eye used for focus by pressing J . Face/Eye-Detection AF •...
Page 126 ❚❚ Focusing on the Faces or Eyes of Animals (Animal- Detection AF) The camera detects the faces and eyes of dogs and cats when [Wide-area AF (L-animals)] or [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected for [AF-area mode] in the photo and movie shooting menus (animal-detection AF).
Page 127 Animal-Detection AF • Eyes or faces may not be detected 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, - the subject’s eyes are similar in color to the rest of their face, or - the subject moves excessively during shooting.
Page 128 ❚❚ Subject-Tracking AF When [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], or [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected for AF-area mode, the camera can track the subject in the selected focus point. • Press J to enable focus tracking; the focus point will change to a targeting reticle.
Page 129 Subject Tracking The camera may be unable to track subjects if they: • are similar in color or brightness to the background, • change visibly in size, color, or brightness, • are too large or too small, • are too dark or too bright, •...
Page 130: The Touch Shutter
The Touch Shutter Touch the display to focus on the selected point. The shutter will be released when you lift your finger from the display. Tap the icon shown in the illustration to choose the operation performed by tapping the display. Option Description •...
Page 131 Option Description • Touch the display to focus on the selected point. Lifting your finger from the display does not release the shutter. • If [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], or [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected for AF-area [Touch mode, the camera will track the selected subject as it moves through the frame.
Page 132 Taking Pictures Using Touch Shooting Options • Touch controls cannot be used for manual focus. • The shutter-release button can be used to take pictures when the W icon is displayed. • Touch controls cannot be used to take photographs during movie recording.
Page 133: Manual Focus
Manual Focus Manual focus is available in manual focus mode. Use manual focus when, for example, autofocus does not produce the desired results. • Position the focus point over your subject and rotate the focus or control ring until the subject is in focus. •...
Page 134 • 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). The focus point will also light green when the subject is in focus. Focus distance indicator Focus indicator Focus...
Page 135 Lenses with Focus-Mode Selection Manual focus mode can be chosen using focus-mode selection controls on the lens (where available). The Focal Plane Mark and Flange-Back Distance Focus distance is measured from the focal plane mark ( E ) on the camera body, which shows the position of the focal plane inside the camera ( ).
Page 136: 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 137 • When 4 [Auto] or I [Fluorescent] is selected, you can choose a sub-option by holding the Fn1 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 optional flash 4 [Auto] unit is used, white balance will be adjusted in accord...
Page 138 Color Option Description temperature When used under natural light in place of 4 [Auto], [Natural light Approx. this option produces colors auto] 4500–8000 K closer to those seen by the naked eye. Use with subjects lit by direct H [Direct sunlight] Approx.
Page 139 Color Option Description temperature 5 [Flash] Approx. 5400 K Use for flash photography. • Choose the color temperature directly. • [Choose color Approx. To choose a color temperature] 2500–10000 K temperature, hold the Fn1 button and rotate the sub- command dial. •...
Page 140 D [Natural Light Auto] D [Natural light auto] may not produce the desired results under artificial light. Choose 4 [Auto] or an option that matches the light source. White Balance Fine-Tuning At settings other than K [Choose color temperature], white balance can be fine-tuned.
Page 141 4 [Auto] • The photo info for pictures shot using 4 [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 142: 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 143 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 144: Rating Pictures
Rating Pictures Selected pictures can be rated or marked as candidates for later deletion. Ratings can also be viewed in Capture NX-D and ViewNX-i. Protected pictures cannot be rated. Press the K button to start playback. Select the desired picture and press the i button.
Page 145 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 146: 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 i button. The playback i menu will be displayed.
Page 147 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 148: Shooting Controls
Shooting Controls The Mode Dial Use the mode dial to choose whether shutter speed and/or aperture can be adjusted manually or are set automatically by the camera. Using the Mode Dial Press the mode dial lock release and rotate the mode dial to choose from the following modes: Mode...
Page 149: P (Programmed Auto)
Mode Description Use to blur backgrounds or bring both Aperture- foreground and background into focus. You priority auto choose the aperture; the camera selects the shutter speed for best results. You control both shutter speed and aperture. Manual Set shutter speed to “bulb” or “time” for long time-exposures.
Page 150: S (Shutter-Priority Auto)
S (Shutter-Priority Auto) • In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically adjusts aperture for optimal exposure. Choose fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion, slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving objects. • Rotate the main command dial to set the shutter speed. •...
Page 151: M (Manual)
M (Manual) • You control both shutter speed and aperture. Choose this mode for long time-exposures of such subjects as fireworks or the night sky (“Bulb” or “Time” photography, 0 112). • Shutter speed and aperture can be adjusted with reference to the exposure indicators by rotating the command dials.
Page 152 Exposure Indicators The exposure indicators in the monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings. The exposure indicators can be read as follows (the display varies with the option selected for Custom Setting b1 [EV steps for exposure cntrl]): [1/3 step] selected for [EV steps for exposure cntrl] Display Optimal...
Page 153 Extended Shutter Speeds For shutter speeds as slow as 900 s (15 minutes), select [On] for Custom Setting d6 [Extended shutter speeds (M)]. Auto ISO Sensitivity Control (Mode M) If auto ISO sensitivity control ( 0 120) is enabled, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted for optimal exposure at the selected shutter speed and aperture.
Page 154 ❚❚ Long Time-Exposures The camera offers two options for long time-exposures: “Bulb” and “Time”. Long time-exposures can be used for pictures of fireworks, night scenery, the stars, or moving lights. A 35-second exposure shot at a shutter speed of “Bulb” and an aperture of f/25 Shutter Description speed...
Page 155 Rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb (“Bulb”) or Time (“Time”). Bulb Time Focus and start the exposure. • “Bulb”: Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the exposure. Keep the shutter-release button pressed during the exposure.
Page 156 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, an optional charging AC adapter, or an optional AC adapter and power connector to prevent loss of power during long exposures.
Page 157: U1, U2, And U3 (User Settings Modes)
U1, U2, and U3 (User Settings Modes) Frequently-used settings can be assigned to user setting positions U1 through U3 and later recalled simply by rotating the mode dial. ❚❚ Save User Settings Adjust settings. The settings that can be saved include: •...
Page 158 Save user settings. Highlight [Save settings] using 1 or 3 and press J to assign current settings to the selected position. Take pictures using the saved settings. Rotating the mode dial to U1, U2, or U3 recalls the settings last saved to that position.
Page 159 ❚❚ Resetting User Settings Highlight [Reset user settings] in the setup menu. Highlight [Reset user settings] in the setup menu and press 2 . Select a position. Highlight [Reset U1], [Reset U2], or [Reset U3] and press 2 . Reset user settings. Highlight [Reset] and press J to restore default settings for the selected position (the camera will function in mode P).
Page 160: The S Button
ISO 25600 by about 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, and 2 EV (ISO 102400 equivalent). Z 6II: Choose from settings of ISO 100 to 51200; the camera also supports settings below ISO 100 by about 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, and 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) and above ISO 51200 by about 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, and 2 EV (ISO 204800 equivalent).
Page 161 ISO value (64 in the case of the Z 7II, 100 in the case of the Z 6II), equivalent to ISO 50 in the case of the Z 7II or ISO 80 in the case of the Z 6II. [Lo 1.0] is roughly 1 EV below the lowest numeric ISO value, equivalent to ISO 32 in the case of the Z 7II or ISO 50 in the case of the Z 6II.
Page 162: Auto Iso Sensitivity Control
P, S, A, and M. You can select an upper limit for auto ISO sensitivity control (100–Hi 2.0 in the case of the Z 7II, 200–Hi 2.0 in the case of the Z 6II) to prevent ISO sensitivity being raised too high.
Page 163 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control • If value currently selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] is higher than that chosen for [Maximum sensitivity], the value chosen for [ISO sensitivity settings] will serve as the upper limit for auto ISO sensitivity control. • During flash photography, shutter speed is limited to the range defined by the values selected for Custom Settings e1 [Flash sync speed] and e2 [Flash shutter speed].
Page 164: The E (Exposure Compensation) Button
The E (Exposure Compensation) Button 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 • Hold the E button and rotate the main command dial.
Page 165 • Adjustments to exposure compensation are shown in the control panel. • Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure compensation to ±0. Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off. • At values other than ±0.0, the camera displays a E icon (movie mode) or a E icon and the exposure indicator (photo mode) after you release the E button.
Page 166 Mode M • In shooting mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change. • The exposure indicator and the current value for exposure compensation can be displayed by pressing the E button. •...
Page 167: The C / E (Release Mode/Self-Timer) Button
The c / E (Release Mode/Self-Timer) Button Choose the operation performed when the shutter is released. Choosing a Release Mode • After pressing the c ( E ) button, highlight a release mode using the multi selector and then press J to select the highlighted option.
Page 168 • While the shutter-release button is held down, the camera records up to about 10 (Z 7II) or 14 [Continuous H (Z 6II) frames per second. (extended)] • Flicker reduction has no effect. Take pictures with the self-timer ( 0 131).
Page 169 (RAW) 14 bit frame advance rate JPEG — Z 7II: approx. 4 fps Approx. 5.5 fps Z 6II: 12 bit approx. 4.5 fps [Continuous H] Z 7II: Z 7II: (RAW) approx. 5 fps approx. 3.5 fps 14 bit Z 6II: Z 6II: approx.
Page 170 1 In the case of the Z 7II, the rate when 5 fps is selected is approximately 4 fps. In the case of the Z 6II, the rate when 5 fps is selected is approximately 4.5 fps. 2 In the case of the Z 7II, the rate when 4 fps or faster is selected is approximately 3.5 fps.
Page 171 Continuous H (Extended) Depending on camera settings, exposure may vary erratically during each burst. This can be prevented by locking exposure ( 0 133). The Memory Buffer • While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the frame-count display will show the number of pictures that can be stored in the memory buffer.
Page 172 The camera takes one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed. Up to 50 (Z 7II) [Single frame] or 40 (Z 6II) photographs can be taken with each movie. • The camera takes photos for up to 3 s (Z 7II) or 2 s (Z 6II) while the shutter-release button is pressed.
Page 173: The Self-Timer
The Self-Timer In self-timer mode, pressing the shutter-release button starts a timer, and a photo is taken when the timer expires. Press the c ( E ) button, highlight [Self-timer] using the multi selector, and press 3 . Choose the desired shutter- release delay and number of shots using the multi selector.
Page 174 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 175: The Sub-Selector
The Sub-Selector Use the sub-selector to choose the focus point. The center of the sub-selector can also be used to lock exposure and focus. Focus-Point Selection The sub-selector can be used to choose the focus point when an option other than [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], and [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected for AF-area mode ( 0 77).
Page 176: Locking Focus And Exposure
Locking Focus and Exposure Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure. Press the center of the sub- selector. • Focus and exposure will lock while pressing the center of the sub- selector.
Page 177 Keeping the center of the sub- selector pressed, recompose the photograph and shoot. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject. If the distance to the subject changes, release the lock and focus again at the new distance. Locking Focus When AF-S Is Selected for Focus Mode Focus locks while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Page 178: 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 179 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 180: Still Images
Still Images Set Picture Control ( 0 139) Wi-Fi connection ( 0 158) White balance ( 0 145) View memory card info ( 0 159) Image quality ( 0 152) Release mode ( 0 160) Image size ( 0 154) Vibration reduction ( 0 161) Flash mode ( 0 156) AF-area mode ( 0 163)
Page 181: Set Picture Control
Set Picture Control Choose image processing (“Picture Control”) options for new photos according to the scene or your creative intent. Option Description • The camera automatically adjusts hues and tones based on the [Standard] Picture Control. • The complexions of portrait subjects will n [Auto] appear softer than in pictures taken with the [Standard] Picture Control.
Page 182 Option Description • Creative Picture Controls offer unique combinations of hue, tone, saturation, and [Creative other settings tuned for particular effects. Picture k 01– • Choose the type from [Dream], [Morning], Control] k 20 [Pop], [Sunday], [Somber], [Dramatic], (Creative [Silence], [Bleached], [Melancholic], [Pure], Picture Control) [Denim], [Toy], [Sepia], [Blue], [Red], [Pink], [Charcoal], [Graphite], [Binary], or [Carbon].
Page 183 ❚❚ 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 184 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 185 ❚❚ Picture Control Settings Option Description Mute or heighten the effect of Creative Picture [Effect level] Controls. Quickly adjust levels for balanced [Sharpening], [Quick sharp] [Mid-range sharpening], and [Clarity]. These parameters can also be adjusted individually. [Sharpening] Control the sharpness of details and outlines. [Mid-range Adjust the sharpness of patterns and lines in the sharpening]...
Page 186 Mid-Range Sharpening In the case of movies, the value selected for mid-range sharpening applies only to footage recorded with either [3840×2160; 60p] or [3840×2160; 50p] selected for [Frame size/frame rate] or [High quality] selected for [Movie quality] in the movie shooting menu. [Filter Effects] Choose from the following [Filter effects]: Option...
Page 187: White Balance
White Balance Adjust white balance. For more information, see “Basic Settings” under “White Balance” ( 0 94). Option Option 4 [Auto] I [Fluorescent] i [Keep white (reduce warm [Sodium-vapor lamps] colors)] [Warm-white fluorescent] j [Keep overall [White fluorescent] atmosphere] [Cool-white fluorescent] k [Keep warm lighting [Day white fluorescent] colors]...
Page 188 ❚❚ 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 . Any changes to fine-tuning options can be previewed in the display.
Page 189 ❚❚ Choosing a Color Temperature Pressing J when [White balance] is highlighted in the i menu displays a list of white balance options. When K [Choose color temperature] is highlighted, color temperature options can be viewed by pressing 3 . Value for Amber–Blue Value for Green–...
Page 190 ❚❚ Preset Manual White balance settings such as 4 [Auto], J [Incandescent], and K [Choose color temperature] may fail to produce the desired results under mixed lighting or lighting with a strong color cast. Should this occur, white balance can be set to a value measured under the light source used in the final photograph.
Page 191 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 and control panel. • The white balance target ( r ) appears in the center of the frame. Still Images...
Page 192 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 193 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 194: Image Quality
Image Quality Choose a file format for photographs. Option Description • [NEF (RAW) + JPEG Record two copies of each photo: an NEF (RAW) fine m ] image and a JPEG copy. • For the JPEG copy, you can choose from options [NEF (RAW) + JPEG prioritizing image quality or file size.
Page 195 NEF (RAW) image files contain the raw data output from the image sensor. They have the extension “*.nef”. • Using Nikon’s ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D software, you can adjust and re-adjust settings such as exposure compensation and white balance. Such adjustments can be performed as often as you please without degrading image quality, making this the ideal format for photos that will be processed in multiple different ways.
Page 196: Image Size
Image Size Choose the size at which photographs are recorded. Option Description Choose the size for photos recorded in NEF (RAW) [Large] format. The NEF (RAW) option is available only [Medium] (RAW) when an NEF (RAW) option is selected for [Image [Small] quality].
Page 197 3440 × 2752 [1:1 (24×24)] 5504 × 5504 4128 × 4128 2752 × 2752 [16:9 (36×20)] 8256 × 4640 6192 × 3480 4128 × 2320 Z 6II: Image size Image area Large Medium Small [FX (36×24)] 6048 × 4024 4528 × 3016 3024 ×...
Page 198: Flash Mode
Flash Mode Choose a flash mode for optional flash units. The options available vary with the shooting mode. Option Available in b , P, S, A, M [Fill flash] J [Red-eye reduction] b , P, S, A, M L [Slow sync] P, A K [Slow sync + red-eye] P, A...
Page 199: Metering
Metering Metering determines how the camera sets exposure. Option Description The camera meters a wide area of the frame and [Matrix sets exposure according to tone distribution, metering] color, composition, and distance for results close to those seen by the naked eye. •...
Page 200: Wi-Fi Connection
Option Description The camera assigns the greatest weight to [Highlight- highlights. Use this option to reduce loss of weighted detail in highlights, for example when metering] photographing spotlit performers on stage. The option currently selected is shown in the display during shooting. Wi-Fi Connection Enable or disable Wi-Fi.
Page 201: View Memory Card Info
View Memory Card Info View the slot currently selected as the destination for new pictures and options used to record pictures when two memory cards are inserted. This option can be used to view but not to change the option selected. •...
Page 202: Release Mode
Release Mode Choose the operation performed when the shutter is released. For more information, see “The c / E (Release Mode/Self-Timer) Button” ( 0 125). Option Option X [Continuous H (extended)] [Single frame] V [Continuous L] [Self-timer] W [Continuous H] •...
Page 203: Vibration Reduction
Vibration Reduction Choose whether to enable vibration reduction. The options available vary with the lens. Option Description [On] Choose for enhanced vibration reduction when photographing static subjects. [Normal] Choose when photographing athletes and other D [Sport] subjects that are moving rapidly and unpredictably. E [Off] Vibration reduction is disabled.
Page 204 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. • Depending on the lens, when vibration reduction is active, the image in the viewfinder may jiggle after the shutter is released, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
Page 205: Af-Area Mode
AF-Area Mode AF-area mode controls how the camera selects the focus-point for autofocus. For more information, see “Focus” under “AF-Area Mode” in “Basic Settings” ( 0 77). Option Option 3 [Pinpoint AF] 1 [Wide-area AF (L-people)] d [Single-point AF] 2 [Wide-area AF (L-animals)] e [Dynamic-area AF] h [Auto-area AF] f [Wide-area AF (S)]...
Page 206: Focus Mode
Focus Mode Focus mode controls how the camera focuses. For more information, see “Focus” under “Focus Mode” in “Basic Settings” ( 0 74). Option AF-S [Single AF] AF-C [Continuous AF] MF [Manual Focus] The option currently selected is shown in the display during shooting.
Page 207: Movies
Movies Set Picture Control ( 0 167) Metering ( 0 177) White balance ( 0 167) Wi-Fi connection ( 0 177) Destination ( 0 177) Frame size and rate/image quality ( 0 168) Electronic VR ( 0 178) Microphone sensitivity Vibration reduction ( 0 179) ( 0 174) AF-area mode ( 0 179)
Page 208 [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 movie shooting menu, a h icon will appear at the top left corner of the i menu. Changes made to the setting from the i menu in photo mode will also apply in movie mode and vice- versa.
Page 209: Set Picture Control
Set Picture Control Choose a Picture Control for movie recording. For more information, see “Still Images” ( 0 139). White Balance Adjust white balance for movie recording. For more information, see “Still Images” ( 0 145). Movies...
Page 210: Frame Size And Rate/Image Quality
Frame Size and Rate/Image Quality Select the movie frame size (in pixels), frame rate, and movie quality. ❚❚ Movie Quality Choose from [High quality] and [Normal]. A star (“ m ”) appears in the icon for [Frame size/frame rate] when [High quality] is selected.
Page 211 ❚❚ Frame Size/Frame Rate The maximum bit rate and recording time for each [Frame size/ frame rate] option are shown below. The bit rate varies with the option selected for movie quality. Max. bit rate Max. Option recording High Normal time quality 2, 3, 4...
Page 212 7 Not available on the Z 6II when a DX lens is attached. 8 Image area fixed at [DX] (Z 7II) or [FX] (Z 6II). Selecting [Wide-area AF (L-people)], [Wide-area AF (L-animals)], [Auto-area AF (people)], or [Auto-area AF (animals)] for AF-area mode does not enable face/eye- detection or animal-detection AF.
Page 213 3840 × 2160; 30p, 3840 × 2160; 25p, and 3840 × 2160; 24p. - Z 6II: Image area is fixed at [DX]. The actual crop is equivalent to that when [DX] is selected at frame sizes/rates of 3840 × 2160; 30p, 3840 ×...
Page 214 ❚❚ Slow-Motion Movies To record slow-motion movies, select [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. • Movies shot using [1920×1080; 30p ×4 (slow-motion)], for example, are recorded at a frame rate of 120p and play back at a rate of 30p.
Page 215 Slow-Motion Movies Features that cannot be used during slow-motion movie recording include: • flicker reduction, • electronic vibration reduction, and • timecode output Movies...
Page 216: Microphone Sensitivity
Microphone Sensitivity Turn built-in or external microphones on or off or adjust microphone sensitivity. Option Description Adjust microphone sensitivity automatically. [Microphone Turn sound recording off. off] Select microphone sensitivity manually. Choose from values of from [1] to [20]. The higher the value, the b 1 - b 20 higher the sensitivity;...
Page 217: Choose Image Area
[FX] is selected at frame sizes/rates of 3840 × 2160; 30p, 3840 × 2160; 25p, and 3840 × 2160; 24p. In the case of the Z 6II, image area is fixed at [DX]. The actual crop is equivalent to that when [DX] is selected at frame sizes/rates of 3840 ×...
Page 218 Z 7II: approx. 35.9 × 20.2 mm/ 3840 × 2160 1.4 × 0.8 in. FX-based movie (30p/25p/24p) Z 6II: approx. 35.9 × 20.2 mm/ format 1.4 × 0.8 in. Z 7II: approx. 35.8 × 20.1 mm/ 1.4 × 0.8 in.
Page 219: Metering
Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure during movie recording. For more information, see “Still Images” ( 0 157). Metering [Spot metering] is not available in movie mode. Wi-Fi Connection Enable or disable Wi-Fi. For more information on Wi-Fi, see “Still Images”...
Page 220: Electronic Vr
[Advanced] > [Output data depth] in the setup menu at a frame size of 3840 × 2160. • The maximum sensitivity for movie recording when electronic vibration reduction is enabled is fixed at ISO 25600 (Z 7II) or 51200 (Z 6II). Movies...
Page 221: Vibration Reduction
Vibration Reduction Choose whether to enable vibration reduction in movie mode. For more information, see “Still Images” ( 0 161). AF-Area Mode AF-area mode controls how the camera selects the focus-point for autofocus. For more information, see “Focus” under “AF-Area Mode”...
Page 222: 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 ( 0 183).
Page 223: 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 224 Touch Controls Touch controls can be used when pictures are displayed in the monitor ( 0 20). Rotate Tall To display “tall” (portrait-orientation) photographs in tall orientation, select [On] for [Rotate tall] in the playback menu. Image Review When [On] is selected for [Image review] in the playback menu, photographs are automatically displayed after shooting;...
Page 225: 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. 1, 2 File information Shooting data Exposure data Location data Highlight display Overview data RGB histogram...
Page 226: File Information
File Information Protect status ( 0 104) Retouch indicator ( 0 502) Upload marking ( 0 197) ( 0 56) Focus point Frame number/total number of frames Image quality ( 0 152) Image size ( 0 154) Image area ( 0 260) Time of recording ( 0 456) Date of recording ( 0 456) Current card slot...
Page 227: Exposure Data
Exposure Data Current card slot Folder number–frame number ( 0 250) Shooting mode ( 0 106) Shutter speed ( 0 108, 109) Aperture ( 0 108, 109) Exposure compensation value ( 0 122) ( 0 118) ISO sensitivity * Displayed in red if the picture was taken in mode P, S, A, or M with auto ISO sensitivity control enabled.
Page 228: Rgb Histogram
RGB Histogram Folder number–frame number ( 0 250) Current card slot White balance ( 0 94, 145, 267) Color temperature ( 0 147) Preset manual ( 0 148) White balance fine-tuning ( 0 146) Histogram (RGB channel) Histogram (red channel) Histogram (green channel) Histogram (blue channel) Playback Zoom...
Page 229 Histograms Histograms show tone distribution. Pixel brightness (tone) is plotted on the horizontal axis and the number of pixels on the vertical axis. • If the image contains objects with a wide range of brightnesses, the distribution of tones will be relatively even. •...
Page 230: 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 Focal length Lens data Focus mode ( 0 74) AF-area mode ( 0 77) Vibration reduction ( 0 161) ( 0 94, 145,...
Page 231 ❚❚ Flash Data Flash data are displayed only for pictures taken with optional flash units ( 0 611, 629). Flash type Remote flash control Flash mode ( 0 619) Flash control mode ( 0 616) Flash compensation ( 0 622) ❚❚...
Page 232 ❚❚ Other Shooting Data High ISO noise reduction ( 0 286) Long exposure noise reduction ( 0 285) Active D-Lighting ( 0 283) HDR exposure differential ( 0 319) HDR smoothing ( 0 319) Vignette control ( 0 287) Retouch history ( 0 502). Changes are listed in the order applied.
Page 233: Location Data
Location Data The location data page lists the latitude, longitude, and other location data downloaded from smartphones, tablets, or optional GPS devices. • The items listed vary with the device supplying the location data. • The location data displayed with movies are those reported at the start of recording.
Page 234 1 2 3 10 9 Metering ( 0 157) ( 0 619) Flash mode Shooting mode ( 0 106) White balance ( 0 94, 145, 267) Color temperature ( 0 147) Shutter speed ( 0 108, 109) Preset manual ( 0 148) Aperture ( 0 108, 109) White balance fine-tuning ( 0 118)
Page 235: 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. Photos Option Description...
Page 236 Option Description Create a retouched copy of the current picture [Retouch] ( 0 502). If the current picture is one of a pair created with [Backup] or [RAW primary - JPEG secondary] [Jump to copy on selected for [Secondary slot function], choosing other card] this option displays the copy on the card in the other slot.
Page 237 [Side-by-Side Comparison] Choose [Side-by-side comparison] to compare retouched copies with the unretouched originals. Options used to create copy Source image Retouched copy • The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right. • The options used to create the copy listed at the top of the display. •...
Page 238: Movies
Movies Option Description Rate the current picture ( 0 102). [Rating] [Select to send to computer] Select the current picture for upload ( 0 197). [Select to send (WT)] [Volume control] Adjust playback volume. Trim footage from the current movie and save the [Trim movie] edited copy in a new file ( 0 199).
Page 239 ❚❚ Select to Send Follow the steps below to select the current picture for upload to a smart device or computer. • The i menu items used to select pictures for upload vary with the type of device connected: - [Select to send to smart device]: Displayed when the camera is connected to a smart device via built-in Bluetooth using [Connect to smart device] in the setup menu ( 0 483).
Page 240 Select the desired picture and press the i button. Highlight [Select to send to smart device], [Select to send to computer], or [Select to send (WT)] and press J . The picture will be marked with a W icon. Removing Upload Marking To remove upload marking, repeat Steps 1 and 2.
Page 241 ❚❚ Choose Start/End Point Trim footage from the current movie and save the edited copy in a new file. Display a movie full frame. Pause the movie on the new opening frame. • Press the J button to start playback movies. Press 3 to pause.
Page 242 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 243 Choose the end point. Press the center of the sub-selector 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 244 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 movie with the edited copy, highlight [Overwrite existing file], press J , and then highlight [Yes] and press J . Trimming Movies •...
Page 245 ❚❚ Save Current Frame Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. Pause the movie on the desired frame. • Press 3 to pause playback. • Press 4 or 2 to locate the desired frame. Choose [Save current frame]. Press the i button, then highlight [Save current frame] and press J to create a JPEG copy of the current frame.
Page 246: Playback Zoom
The maximum zoom factors for [FX (36×24)] format photos are approximately: Z 7II: 32× ([Large]), 24× ([Medium]), and 16× ([Small]) Z 6II: 24× ([Large]), 18× ([Medium]), and 12× ([Small]) Using Playback Zoom Description • Press the X button...
Page 247 Description Use the multi selector or glide gestures to view areas of View other image not visible in the monitor. Keep the multi areas of image selector pressed to scroll rapidly to other areas of frame. Faces detected during zoom are indicated by white borders in the navigation window.
Page 248: 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 249 Deleting Copies If the picture selected in the playback display when the O button is pressed was recorded with two memory cards inserted and [Backup] or [RAW primary - JPEG secondary] selected for [Secondary slot function], you will be prompted to choose whether to delete both copies or only the copy on the card in the current slot ( 0 259).
Page 250: 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 images] Delete selected pictures. [Images shot on Delete all pictures taken on selected dates ( 0 210).
Page 251 ❚❚ Deleting Selected Pictures Select pictures. • Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W ( Q ) button to select; selected pictures are marked with O icons. Selected pictures can be deselected by pressing the W ( Q ) button again. •...
Page 252 ❚❚ Images Shot on Selected Dates Select dates. • Highlight dates using the multi selector and press 2 to select; selected dates are marked with M icons. Selected dates can be deselected by pressing 2 again. • Repeat until you have selected all the desired dates. Delete the pictures.
Page 253 ❚❚ Deleting All Pictures Choose a memory card. Press 1 or 3 to highlight the slot containing the memory card from which the pictures will be deleted and press J . Delete the pictures. • A confirmation dialog will be displayed showing the name of the folder containing the photos to be deleted.
Page 254: Menu Guide
Menu Guide Defaults The defaults for the playback, photo shooting, movie shooting, Custom Settings, and setup menus are listed below. Playback Menu Defaults Playback menu option Default [Delete] — [Playback folder] [Playback display options] [Focus point] [Exposure info] [Highlights] [RGB histogram] [Shooting data] [Overview] [None (image only)]...
Page 255: Photo Shooting Menu Defaults
Photo Shooting Menu Defaults Photo shooting menu option Default [Reset photo shooting menu] — [Storage folder] Z 7II: NZ7_2 [Rename] Z 6II: NZ6_2 [Select folder by number] [Select folder from list] — [File naming] [Primary slot selection] CFexpress/XQD card slot [Secondary slot function]...
Page 256 : Auto [ISO sensitivity] P, S, A, M: 100 [Auto ISO sensitivity control] Z 7II: 25600 [Maximum sensitivity] Z 6II: 51200 [Maximum sensitivity with c ] Same as without flash [Minimum shutter speed] Auto j : Keep overall [White balance]...
Page 257 Photo shooting menu option Default [Flash control] [Flash control mode] [Wireless flash options] [Remote flash control] Group flash [Flash mode] Fill flash [Flash compensation] [Focus mode] Single AF [AF-area mode] Auto-area AF (people) [Vibration reduction] (Varies with lens) [Auto bracketing] [Auto bracketing set] AE &...
Page 258 Photo shooting menu option Default [Interval timer shooting] [Choose start day/time] [Interval] 1 min. [Intervals×shots/interval] 0001×1 [Exposure smoothing] [Silent photography] [Interval priority] [Focus before each shot] [Options] [Starting storage folder] [New folder] [Reset file numbering] [Time-lapse movie] [Interval] [Shooting time] 25 min.
Page 259: Movie Shooting Menu Defaults
[Destination] CFexpress/XQD card slot [Choose image area] [Frame size/frame rate] 1920×1080; 60p [Movie quality] High quality [Movie file type] [ISO sensitivity settings] Z 7II: 25600 [Maximum sensitivity] Z 6II: 51200 [Auto ISO control (mode M)] [ISO sensitivity (mode M)] Defaults...
Page 260 Movie shooting menu option Default [White balance] Same as photo settings [Fine-tune] A-B: 0, G-M: 0 [Choose color temperature] 5000 K [Preset manual] [Set Picture Control] Same as photo settings [Manage Picture Control] — [Active D-Lighting] [High ISO NR] Normal [Vignette control] Normal [Diffraction compensation]...
Page 261: 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] L (cannot be deselected) [Single-point AF]...
Page 262 Custom Settings menu option Default [EV steps for exposure cntrl] 1/3 step [Easy exposure compensation] [Center-weighted area] φ12 mm [Fine-tune optimal exposure] [Matrix metering] [Center-weighted metering] [Spot metering] [Highlight-weighted metering] [Shutter-release button AE-L] [Self-timer] [Self-timer delay] 10 s [Number of shots] [Interval between shots] 0.5 s [Power off delay]...
Page 263 Custom Settings menu option Default [Limit selectable image area] L (cannot be deselected) [FX (36×24)] [DX (24×16)] [5:4 (30×24)] (Z 7II only) [1:1 (24×24)] [16:9 (36×20)] [File number sequence] [Apply settings to live view] d10 [Framing grid display] d11 [Focus peaking] [Peaking level] [Peaking highlight color] d12 [View all in continuous mode]...
Page 264 Custom Settings menu option Default [Customize i Menu] Set Picture Control, White balance, Image quality, Image size, Flash mode, Metering, Wi-Fi connection, View memory card info, Release mode, Vibration reduction, AF-area mode, Focus mode [Custom controls] [Fn1 button] White balance [Fn2 button] Focus mode/AF-area mode [AF-ON button]...
Page 265 Custom Settings menu option Default [OK button] [Shooting mode] Select center focus point [Playback mode] Zoom on/off [Zoom on/off] 1 : 1 (100%) [Shutter spd & aperture lock] [Shutter speed lock] [Aperture lock] [Customize command dials] Exposure compensation: U , [Reverse rotation] Shutter speed/aperture: U [Change main/sub]...
Page 266 Custom Settings menu option Default [Customize i Menu] Set Picture Control, White balance, Frame size and rate/image quality, Microphone sensitivity, Choose image area, Metering, Wi-Fi connection, Destination, Electronic VR, Vibration reduction, AF-area mode, Focus mode [Custom controls] [Fn1 button] White balance [Fn2 button] Focus mode/AF-area mode [AF-ON button]...
Page 267 Custom Settings menu option Default [Highlight display] [Display pattern] [Highlight display threshold] [Assign MB-N11 buttons] [Fn button] None [AF-ON button] Same as camera AF-ON button Defaults...
Page 268: Setup Menu Defaults
Setup Menu Defaults Setup menu option Default [Format memory card] — [Save user settings] — [Reset user settings] — (Default varies with [Language] country of purchase) [Time zone and date] (Default varies with [Time zone] country of purchase) [Date and time] —...
Page 269 Setup menu option Default [AF fine-tuning options] [AF fine-tune on/off] [Fine-tune and save lens] — [Default] — [List saved values] — [Non-CPU lens data] [Lens number] [Focal length (mm)] –– [Maximum aperture] –– [Save focus position] [Clean image sensor] [Automatic cleaning] Clean at shutdown [Image Dust Off ref photo] —...
Page 270 Setup menu option Default [HDMI] [Output resolution] Auto [Advanced] [Output range] Auto [External recording control] [Output data depth] 8 bit [N-Log/HDR (HLG) output options] [View assist] [Location data] [Standby timer] Enable [Position] — [Set clock from satellite] [Wireless remote (WR) options] [LED lamp] [Link mode] Pairing...
Page 271 Setup menu option Default [Connect to smart device] [Pairing (Bluetooth)] [Bluetooth connection] Disable [Select to send (Bluetooth)] [Auto select to send] [Wi-Fi connection] — [Send while off] [Location data (smart device)] [Latitude] — [Longitude] — [Altitude] — [UTC] — [Connect to PC] [Wi-Fi connection] Disable [Network settings]...
Page 272 Setup menu option Default [Wireless transmitter (WT-7)] [Wireless transmitter] Do not use [Choose hardware] Wired LAN [Network settings] — [Options] [Auto send] [Delete after send] [Send file as] NEF (RAW) + JPEG [Overwrite if same name] [Protect if marked to send] [Send marking] [Send folder] —...
Page 273 Setup menu option Default [Conformity marking] — [Battery info] — [USB power delivery] Enable [Energy saving (photo mode)] Disable [Slot empty release lock] Enable release [Save/load menu settings] — [Reset all settings] — [Firmware version] — Defaults...
Page 274: 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 [Delete] [After delete] [Playback folder] [After burst, show] [Playback display options] [Rotate tall] [Dual-format recording PB [Copy image(s)]...
Page 275: Delete
Delete G button U D playback menu Delete multiple images. For more information, see “Deleting Multiple Pictures” ( 0 208). Option Description Q [Selected images] Delete selected pictures. [Images shot on Delete all pictures taken on selected dates. selected dates] Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for [Playback folder] in the playback menu.
Page 276: Playback Folder
Playback Folder G button U D playback menu Choose a folder for playback. Option Description Pictures in all folders with the selected name will be visible during playback. Folders can be (Folder name) renamed using the [Storage folder] > [Rename] option in the photo shooting menu.
Page 277: Dual-Format Recording Pb Slot
Dual-Format Recording PB Slot G button U D playback menu Choose the slot from which dual-format pictures recorded with [RAW primary - JPEG secondary] selected for [Secondary slot function] in the photo shooting menu are played back. Image Review G button U D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting.
Page 278: After Delete
After Delete G button U D playback menu Choose the picture displayed after an image is deleted. Option Description • The following picture is displayed. S [Show next] • If the deleted image was the last picture, the preceding picture will be displayed. •...
Page 279: After Burst, Show
After Burst, Show G button U D playback menu Choose whether the photo displayed immediately after a burst of shots is taken in continuous mode is the first or last shot in the burst. • This option takes effect only when [Off] is selected for [Image review] in the playback menu.
Page 280: Copy Image(S)
Copy Image(s) G button U D playback menu Copy pictures from one memory card to another when two memory cards are inserted. Option Description Choose the card from which pictures will be [Select source] copied. [Select image(s)] Select pictures to be copied. [Select destination Select the destination folder on the remaining folder]...
Page 281 Choose [Select image(s)]. Highlight [Select image(s)] and press 2 to view the [Select image(s)] display. Select the source folder. • Highlight the folder containing the images to be copied and press 2 to select the highlighted folder and display the [Images selected by default] menu.
Page 282 Make the initial selection. Choose the pictures that will be selected by default. Option Description None of the pictures in the chosen folder will be selected by default. [Deselect all] • Choose this option when you want to select pictures individually. All of the pictures in the chosen folder will be selected by default.
Page 283 Select additional images. • Highlight pictures and press the W ( Q ) button to select; selected pictures are marked with a L . To deselect the current picture, press the W ( Q ) button again; the L will no longer be displayed.
Page 284 Choose a destination folder. Choose one of the following options and press 2 . Option Description Enter the number of the destination folder ( 0 252). If the folder with [Select folder the selected number by number] does not already exist, a new folder will be created.
Page 285 Select the folder. After entering a folder number or highlighting the folder name, press J to select the folder and return to the [Copy image(s)] menu. Choose [Copy image(s)?]. Highlight [Copy image(s)?] and press J to display a confirmation dialog. Choose [Yes].
Page 286 Copying Pictures • Pictures will not be copied if there is insufficient space on the destination card. • If the destination folder contains a file with the same name as one of the pictures to be copied, a confirmation dialog will be displayed.
Page 287: Slide Show
Slide Show G button U D playback menu View a slide show; pictures are displayed in the order recorded. The pictures in the folder currently selected for [Playback folder] ( 0 234) will be displayed one-by-one in the order recorded. Option Description [Start]...
Page 288: Viewing Slide Shows
Viewing Slide Shows To start the slide show, highlight [Start] and press J . The following operations can be performed while the show is in progress: Description Press 4 to return to the previous frame, 2 to skip to Skip back/skip ahead the next frame.
Page 289: Rating
A dialog is displayed when the show ends. To restart, highlight [Restart] and press J . To end the show, highlight [Exit] and press J . Rating G button U D playback menu Rate pictures. • Highlight pictures using the multi selector 4 or 2 .
Page 290: 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 [Active D-Lighting] menu] [Long exposure NR] [Storage folder] [High ISO NR] [File naming]...
Page 291: Reset Photo Shooting Menu
Item Item [Multiple exposure] [Time-lapse movie] [HDR (high dynamic range)] 319 [Focus shift shooting] [Interval timer shooting] [Silent photography] See Also “Photo Shooting Menu Defaults” ( 0 213) Reset Photo Shooting Menu G button U C photo shooting menu Restore photo shooting menu options to their default values. •...
Page 292: Storage Folder
Folder number Folder name Renaming Folders The default folder name, which appears after the folder number, is “NZ7_2” (Z 7II) or “NZ6_2” (Z 6II). To change the name assigned to new folders, select [Rename]. • Existing folders cannot be renamed.
Page 293 Text Entry A keyboard is displayed when text entry is required. • Tap letters on the screen to insert them at the current cursor position. You can also enter characters by highlighting them with the multi selector and pressing J . Text display area Keyboard area •...
Page 294: Select Folder By Number
Select Folder by Number The folder in which subsequent pictures will be stored can be selected by number. If a folder with the specified number does not already exist, a new folder will be created. Choose [Select folder by number]. •...
Page 295 Save changes and exit. • If a folder with the selected number already exists, a W , X , or Y icon will be displayed to the left of the folder number. Press J to complete the operation and return to the main menu;...
Page 296: 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 297 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, movie recording will be disabled if the camera calculates that the number of files needed to record a movie 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 298: File Naming
File Naming G button U C photo shooting menu Pictures are saved using file names consisting of “DSC_” followed by a four-digit number and a three-letter extension. [File naming] is used to select three letters to replace the “DSC” portion of the file name. For information on text entry, see “Text Entry”...
Page 299: Primary Slot Selection
Primary Slot Selection G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the slot that serves as the primary slot when memory cards are inserted in both the CFexpress/XQD and SD memory card slots. Option Description [CFexpress/ The CFexpress/XQD memory card slot serves as the XQD card slot] primary slot.
Page 300: Secondary Slot Function
Secondary Slot Function G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the role played by the card in the secondary slot when two memory cards are inserted in the camera. Option Description The card in the secondary slot is used only P [Overflow] when the card in the primary slot is full.
Page 301: Deleting Copies
[Backup] and [RAW primary - JPEG secondary] The shutter release is disabled when either card is full. Viewing Dual-Format Photos • Use the [Dual-format recording PB slot] item in the playback menu to choose the slot from which dual-format photos are played back. •...
Page 302: Choose Image Area
Choose Image Area G button U C photo shooting menu The camera offers a choice of the following image areas: Option Description Record pictures in FX format with an angle of view equivalent to a 35 mm format camera. Use c [FX (36×24)] this option when taking photographs with NIKKOR lenses for 35 mm format cameras.
Page 303: Image Size
Image Size G button U C photo shooting menu Choose the size, in pixels, of pictures recorded with the camera. Select [JPEG] to choose the size of JPEG images, [NEF (RAW)] to choose the size of NEF (RAW) images. Note that image size varies with the option selected for image area.
Page 304 Image area Image size Size when printed at 300 dpi Large Approx. 58.3 × 46.6 cm/ (6880 × 5504 pixels) 22.9 × 18.3 in. Medium Approx. 43.6 × 34.9 cm/ [5:4 (30×24)] (5152 × 4120 pixels) 17.2 × 13.7 in. Small Approx.
Page 305 Z 6II: Image area Image size Size when printed at 300 dpi Large Approx. 51.2 × 34.1 cm/ (6048 × 4024 pixels) 20.2 × 13.4 in. Medium Approx. 38.3 × 25.5 cm/ [FX (36×24)] (4528 × 3016 pixels) 15.1 × 10.1 in.
Page 306: Nef (Raw) Recording
NEF (RAW) Recording G button U C photo shooting menu Choose a compression type and bit depth for NEF (RAW) photographs. NEF (RAW) Compression Option Description NEF pictures are compressed using a reversible algorithm. The resulting files are about 60% to [Lossless 80% the size of pictures recorded using compressed]...
Page 307: Nef (Raw) Bit Depth
25600 by about 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, and 2 EV (ISO 102400 equivalent). [ISO Z 6II: Choose from settings of ISO 100 to 51200; the sensitivity] camera also supports settings below ISO 100 by about 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, and 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) and above ISO 51200 by about 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, and 2 EV (ISO 204800...
Page 308 Option Description Highlight [On] and press J to enable auto ISO sensitivity control. If [Off] is selected, [ISO sensitivity] will remain fixed at the value selected by the user. The following options are available when [On] is selected. • [Maximum sensitivity]: Choose an upper limit for ISO sensitivity to prevent it being raised too high.
Page 309: White Balance
White Balance G button U C photo shooting menu Adjust white balance to match the color of the light source. For more information, see “Basic Settings” under “White Balance” ( 0 94) and “The i Menu” under “White Balance” ( 0 145). The White Balance Menu: Fine-Tuning Select [White balance] in the photo shooting menu,...
Page 310 Fine-tune white balance. • The multi selector can be used to move the cursor up to six steps from the center of the grid along either of the A (amber)–B (blue) and G (green)–M (magenta) axes. The selected value is displayed to the right of the grid. •...
Page 311 White Balance Fine-Tuning The colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. Selecting more of a color on a given axis does not necessarily result in that color appearing in pictures. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm”...
Page 312: 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 313 Save changes. • Press J to save changes and exit to the menus. • If a value other than 0 is selected for the green (G)–magenta (M) axis, an asterisk (“ U ”) will appear in the icon. Color-Temperature Selection •...
Page 314: Preset Manual: Copying White Balance From A Photograph
Preset Manual: Copying White Balance from a Photograph The white balance values for existing photographs can be copied to selected presets. For information on measuring new values for preset manual white balance, see “Preset Manual“ ( 0 148). Select [White balance] in the photo shooting menu, then highlight L [Preset manual] and press 2 .
Page 315 Highlight the source image. • Use the multi selector to highlight the desired picture. • To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button. Copy white balance. • Press J to copy the white balance value for the highlighted photograph to the selected preset.
Page 316 Fine-Tuning Preset Manual White Balance The selected preset can be fine-tuned by selecting [Fine-tune] in the preset manual white balance menu ( 0 267). “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 317: 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 “The i Menu” under “Set Picture Control” ( 0 139). 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 318 Edit the selected Picture Control. • Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired setting ( 0 143). 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 319 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 320: Manage Picture Control
Manage Picture Control G button U C photo shooting menu Save modified Picture Controls as custom Picture Controls. Option Description Create a new custom Picture Control based on an [Save/edit] existing preset or custom Picture Control, or edit existing custom Picture Controls. [Rename] Rename custom Picture Controls.
Page 321 Select a Picture Control. • Highlight an existing Picture Control and press 2 to display edit options. • To save a copy of the highlighted Picture Control without further modification, press J . [Save as] options will be displayed; proceed to Step 4. Edit the selected Picture Control.
Page 322 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.
Page 323 Custom Picture Control Options The options available with custom Picture Controls are the same as those on which the custom Picture Control was based. Load/Save The [Load/save] item in the [Manage Picture Control] menu can be used to copy custom Picture Controls from the camera to a memory card.
Page 324: 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 325: Active D-Lighting
Active D-Lighting G button U C photo shooting menu Preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating pictures with natural contrast. Use for high-contrast scenes, for example when photographing brightly-lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day.
Page 326 The option currently selected is shown in the display during shooting. 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]. •...
Page 327: Long Exposure Nr
Long Exposure NR G button U C photo shooting menu Reduce “noise” (bright spots or fog) in photographs taken at slow shutter speeds. Option Description Reduce noise in photographs taken at shutter speeds [On] slower than 1 s. [Off] Long-exposure noise reduction disabled. Long-exposure noise reduction is performed after the photo is taken.
Page 328: High Iso Nr
High ISO NR G button U C photo shooting menu Photographs taken at high ISO sensitivities can be processed to reduce “noise” (randomly-spaced bright pixels). Option Description [High] Reduce noise in photographs taken at all ISO sensitivities. The higher the sensitivity, the greater the [Normal] effect.
Page 329: Vignette Control
Vignette Control G button U C photo shooting menu Vignette control reduces “vignetting”—a drop in brightness at the edges of a photograph—by an amount that varies from lens to lens. Its effects are most noticeable at maximum aperture. Option Description e [High] Choose the amount of vignette control performed g [Normal]...
Page 330: Diffraction Compensation
Diffraction Compensation G button U C photo shooting menu Select [On] to reduce diffraction at small apertures (high f-numbers). 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.
Page 331: Flicker Reduction Shooting
Flicker Reduction Shooting G button U C photo shooting menu When [On] is selected, reduce the effects of flicker from such light sources as fluorescent or mercury-vapor lamps. • Flicker can cause uneven exposure or (in photographs taken in continuous release modes) inconsistent exposure or coloration.
Page 332: Metering
[Flicker Reduction Shooting] in the Photo Shooting Menu: Restrictions The [Flicker reduction shooting] item in the photo shooting menu does not take effect under some conditions, including when: • [Continuous H (extended)] is selected for release mode • [On] is selected for [Silent photography] in the photo shooting menu •...
Page 333: 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 334: Flash Control Mode
Flash Control Mode Choose a flash control mode and flash level and adjust other settings for SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300 flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe. • The options available in the flash control display vary with the option selected for [Flash control mode].
Page 335: Wireless Flash Options
Wireless Flash Options Adjust settings for simultaneous wireless control of multiple remote flash units. This option is available only when an SB-5000 or SB-500 flash unit or a WR-R10 wireless remote controller is mounted on the camera. Option Description The remote flash units are controlled using low- [Optical intensity flashes emitted by the master flash AWL]...
Page 336: Remote Flash Control
Remote Flash Control Choose the remote flash control mode. Flash options can be adjusted in the flash control display; the options available vary with the option selected for [Remote flash control]. Option Description Choose a separate flash control mode for each group [Group flash] of remote flash units ( 0 636, 646).
Page 337: Flash Mode
Flash Mode G button U C photo shooting menu Choose a flash mode for optional flash units. For more information, see “On-Camera Flash Photography” under “Flash Modes” ( 0 619). 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 338: 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 “Focus” under “AF-Area Mode” in “Basic Settings” ( 0 77). Vibration Reduction G button U C photo shooting menu Choose whether to enable vibration reduction.
Page 339: Auto Bracketing
Auto Bracketing G button U C photo shooting menu Vary exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” the current value. Bracketing can be used in situations in which getting the right settings is difficult and there is not time to check results and adjust settings with each shot, or to experiment with different settings for the same subject.
Page 340: Exposure And Flash Bracketing
Exposure and Flash Bracketing No exposure Exposure modified by: Exposure modified by: compensation –1 EV +1 EV Select [AE & flash bracketing], [AE bracketing], or [Flash bracketing] for [Auto bracketing set]. [Number of shots] and [Increment] options will be displayed. Choose the number of shots.
Page 341 Select an exposure increment. • Highlight [Increment] and press 4 or 2 to choose the bracketing increment. • When [1/3 step] is selected for Custom Setting b1 [EV steps for exposure cntrl], the size of the increment can be chosen from 0.3 ( ), 0.7 ( ), 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0 EV.
Page 342 Take pictures. • Take the number of pictures in the bracketing program. • The modified values for shutter speed and aperture are shown in the display. • While bracketing is in effect, the display shows a bracketing icon, a bracketing progress indicator, and the number of shots remaining in the bracketing sequence.
Page 343 Bracketing Options When [AE & flash bracketing] is selected, the camera varies both exposure and flash level. Select [AE bracketing] to vary only exposure, [Flash bracketing] to vary only flash level. Note that flash bracketing is available in i-TTL and, where supported, auto aperture ( q A) flash control modes only ( 0 615, 693).
Page 344 Exposure Bracketing The settings (shutter speed and/or aperture) altered during exposure bracketing vary with the shooting mode. Mode Setting Shutter speed and aperture Aperture Shutter speed 2, 3 Shutter speed 1 If [On] is selected for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [Auto ISO sensitivity control] in the photo shooting menu, the camera will automatically vary ISO sensitivity for optimum exposure when the limits of the camera exposure system are exceeded.
Page 345: White Balance Bracketing
White Balance Bracketing Select [WB bracketing] for [Auto bracketing set]. [Number of shots] and [Increment] 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 346 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 347 Take pictures. • Each shot will be processed to create the number of copies specified in the bracketing program, and each copy will have a different white balance. • Modifications to white balance are added to the white balance adjustment made with white balance fine-tuning. •...
Page 348: 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 349 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 350 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. • If the camera is turned off before all shots in the sequence have been taken, bracketing will resume from the first shot in the sequence when the camera is turned on.
Page 351: Multiple Exposure
Multiple Exposure G button U C photo shooting menu Record two to ten NEF (RAW) exposures as a single photograph. Option Description • [On (series)]: Take a series of multiple exposures. To end multiple exposure photography, select [Multiple [Multiple exposure mode] again and choose [Off]. exposure •...
Page 352 Option Description • [Add]: The exposures are overlaid without modification; gain is not adjusted. • [Average]: Gain is adjusted before the exposures are overlaid. The gain for each exposure is equal to 1 divided by the total number of exposures taken. For example, in a photo made by combining two exposures, the gain for each exposure will be set to , while in a photo combining three exposures, gain...
Page 353 Option Description • [On]: Earlier exposures are superimposed on the view through the lens. The earlier exposures aid [Overlay composition of the next shot. shooting] • [Off]: Earlier exposures are not displayed while shooting is in progress. [Select first Choose the first exposure from the NEF (RAW) images exposure on the memory card.
Page 354: Creating A Multiple Exposure
Creating a Multiple Exposure Highlight [Multiple exposure] in the photo shooting menu and press 2 . Choose an option for [Multiple exposure mode]. • Highlight [Multiple exposure mode] and press 2 . • Highlight a multiple exposure mode using 1 or 3 and press J . •...
Page 355 Choose an option for [Overlay mode]. • Highlight [Overlay mode] and press 2 . • Highlight an option using 1 or 3 and press J . Choose a setting for [Save individual images (NEF)]. • Highlight [Save individual images (NEF)] and press 2 . •...
Page 356 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 357 Start shooting. • Take the selected number of shots. If you used [Select first exposure (NEF)] to select an existing NEF (RAW) image as the first exposure in Step 7, shooting will start from the second exposure. • Once you have taken the selected number of shots, the pictures will be overlaid to create a multiple exposure.
Page 358 ❚❚ The i Menu Pictures can be viewed by pressing the K button while a multiple exposure is in progress. The most recent shot in the current multiple exposure is indicated by a $ icon; pressing the i button when this icon is present displays the multiple exposure i menu.
Page 359 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 360 Multiple Exposure: Restrictions Multiple exposure cannot be combined with some camera features, including: • modes other than P, S, A, and M, • movie recording, • bracketing, • HDR (high dynamic range), • interval-timer photography, • time-lapse movie recording, and •...
Page 361: Hdr (High Dynamic Range)
HDR (High Dynamic Range) G button U C photo shooting menu Used with high contrast subjects, High Dynamic Range (HDR) preserves details in highlights and shadows by combining two shots taken at different exposures. Use with high-contrast scenes and other subjects to preserve a wide range of details, from highlights to shadows.
Page 362 Option Description • [On (series)]: Take a series of HDR photographs. To end HDR photography, select [HDR mode] again and choose [Off]. [HDR mode] • [On (single photo)]: Take a single HDR photograph. • [Off]: End HDR photography. Choose the difference in exposure between the two shots.
Page 363: Taking Hdr Photographs
Taking HDR Photographs We recommend that you use the matrix metering option when shooting with HDR. Highlight [HDR (high dynamic range)] in the photo shooting menu and press 2 . Select an [HDR mode]. • Highlight [HDR mode] and press 2 . •...
Page 364 • If [On (series)] or [On (single photo)] is selected, an icon will appear in the display. Choose a value for [Exposure differential]. • Highlight [Exposure differential] and press 2 . • Highlight an option using 1 or 3 and press J . •...
Page 365 Adjust [Smoothing]. • Highlight [Smoothing] and press • Highlight an option using 1 or 3 and press J ; the selected option represents the amount the boundaries between the two images are smoothed. • Higher values produce a smoother composite image. Choose a setting for [Save individual images (NEF)].
Page 366 Frame the photograph, focus, and shoot. • The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. • “Busy” will flash in the control panel while the images are combined. No photographs can be taken until recording is complete.
Page 367 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 368: Interval Timer Shooting
Interval Timer Shooting G button U C photo shooting menu Take photographs at the selected interval until the specified number of shots has been recorded. When using the interval timer, select a release mode other than E . Option Description Start interval timer shooting.
Page 369 Option Description Select [On] to silence the shutter and eliminate the vibrations it produces during shooting. • Selecting [On] does not completely silence the [Silent camera. Camera sounds may still be audible, for photography] 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 370 Option Description Combine interval-timer photography with other options. • [AE bracketing]: Perform exposure bracketing during interval-timer photography. • [Time-lapse movie]: Use the photos taken during interval-timer photography to create a time-lapse movie with an aspect ratio of 16:9. - The camera saves both the photos and the time- lapse movie.
Page 371: 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, an optional charging AC adapter, or an optional AC adapter and power connector.
Page 372 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 373 • Choose the number of shots per interval. Highlight Choose the number of [Intervals×shots/ intervals and the interval] and press 2 . number of shots per interval and press J . - In single frame release mode, the photographs for each interval will be taken at the rate for continuous high- speed release mode.
Page 374 • Enable or disable silent photography. Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and press J . photography] and press 2 . • Choose an interval priority option. Highlight [Interval Highlight an option and priority] and press 2 . press J . •...
Page 375 • Choose additional options. Highlight [Options] and Highlight [AE press 2 . bracketing] or [Time- lapse movie] and press - If you selected [AE bracketing], choose values for [Number of shots] and [Increment]; if you selected [Time-lapse movie], choose settings for [Frame size/ frame rate] and [Destination].
Page 376 Highlight [Start] and press J . • If [Now] was selected for [Choose start day/time] in Step 2, shooting will start after three seconds. • Otherwise shooting will start at the time selected for [Choose start day/time] > [Choose day/ time].
Page 377 ❚❚ 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 378 ❚❚ 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 379 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 380 • If [On] is selected for [Silent photography] or [Time-lapse movie] is selected for [Options], the standby timer will not expire during interval- timer photography, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting c3 [Power off delay] > [Standby timer]. •...
Page 381 Interval-Timer Photography: Restrictions Interval-timer photography cannot be combined with some camera features, including: • movie recording, • long time-exposures (“Bulb” or “Time”), • the self-timer, • bracketing, • HDR (high dynamic range), • multiple exposures, and • focus shift When [On] Is Selected for [Silent Photography] Selecting [On] for [Silent photography] disables some camera features, including: •...
Page 382: Time-Lapse Movie
Time-Lapse Movie G button U C photo shooting menu The camera automatically takes photos at selected intervals to create a time-lapse movie. Option Description Start time-lapse recording. Shooting starts after about [Start] 3 s and continues at the interval selected for [Interval] for the time selected for [Shooting time].
Page 383 Option Description [Choose image Choose the image area for time-lapse movies from [FX] area] and [DX]. [Frame size/ Choose the frame size and rate for the final movie. frame rate] • [On]: Enable interval priority to ensure that frames shot in modes P and A are taken at the chosen interval.
Page 384: Recording Time-Lapse Movies
Recording Time-Lapse Movies Before Shooting • Time-lapse movies are shot using the movie crop. • Take test shots and check the results in the monitor. • Before proceeding, select [Time zone and date] in the setup menu and make sure that the camera clock is set to the correct time and date. •...
Page 385 Adjust time-lapse movie settings. • Choose the interval between shots. Highlight [Interval] and Choose an interval (in press 2 . minutes and seconds) and press J . - Choose an interval longer than the slowest anticipated shutter speed. • Choose the total shooting time. Highlight [Shooting Choose a shooting time time] and press 2 .
Page 386 • Enable or disable exposure smoothing. Highlight [Exposure Highlight an option and press J . smoothing] and press - Selecting [On] smooths abrupt changes in exposure. • Enable or disable silent photography. Highlight [Silent Highlight an option and press J . photography] and press 2 .
Page 387 • Choose the frame size and rate. Highlight [Frame size/ Highlight an option and press J . frame rate] and press • Choose an interval priority option. Highlight [Interval Highlight an option and priority] and press 2 . press J . C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options...
Page 388 • 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 389 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. ❚❚...
Page 390 Calculating the Length of the Final Movie • The total number of frames in the final movie 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 movie 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 movie recorded with [1920×1080;...
Page 391 Time-Lapse Movies • Sound is not recorded with time-lapse movies. • The shutter speed and the time needed to record the image to the memory card may vary from shot to shot. As a result, the interval between a shot being recorded and the start of the next shot may vary. •...
Page 392 During Shooting During shooting, the time-lapse recording indicator will be displayed in the control panel. The memory card access lamp will light. Adjusting Settings Between Shots Shooting and menu settings can be adjusted between shots. Note, however, that the monitor will turn off approximately 2 s before the next shot is taken.
Page 393 When [On] Is Selected for [Silent Photography] Selecting [On] for [Silent photography] disables some camera features, including: • ISO sensitivities of Hi 0.3 through Hi 2.0, • flash photography, • exposure delay mode, • long-exposure noise reduction, and • flicker reduction. C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options...
Page 394: Focus Shift Shooting
Focus Shift Shooting G button U C photo shooting menu Focus shift automatically varies focus over a series of shots. Use it to take photos that will later be combined using focus stacking to create a single image with increased depth of field. Before using focus shift, choose a focus mode of AF-S or AF-C and a release mode other than E .
Page 395 Option Description Select [On] to eliminate shutter sounds during shooting. • Selecting [On] does not completely silence the [Silent camera. Camera sounds may still be audible, for photography] 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 396: 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, an optional charging AC adapter, or an optional AC adapter and power connector. Focus. • During focus shift, the camera takes a series of shots starting from a selected focus position and continuing toward infinity.
Page 397 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.
Page 398 • Choose the amount the focus distance changes with each shot. Highlight [Focus step Choose a focus step width] and press 2 . width and press J . - Press 4 to reduce the focus step width, 2 to increase. - Note that high settings increase the risk that some areas will be out of focus when the shots are stacked.
Page 399 • Choose the interval until next shot. Highlight [Interval until Choose the interval next shot] and press 2 . between shots and press J . - Choose the interval between shots, in seconds. - Select [00] to take photos at up to about 5 fps. - To ensure correct exposure when using a flash, choose an interval long enough for the flash to charge.
Page 400 • Enable or disable first-frame exposure lock. Highlight [First-frame Highlight an option and press J . exposure lock] and press 2 . - [Off] is recommended if lighting and other conditions will not change during shooting, [On] when photographing landscapes and the like under variable lighting. - Selecting [On] locks exposure at the value for the first shot, ensuring that all photos have the same exposure.
Page 401 • Choose starting folder options. Highlight [Starting Select the desired options and press J to storage folder] and press 2 . proceed. - Highlight either of the following options and press 2 to select; selected items are marked with a check ( M ). To deselect (remove the check from: U ) a selected option, highlight it and press 2 again.
Page 402 ❚❚ Ending Focus Shift Photography To end shooting before all shots have been taken, either: • select [Focus shift shooting] in the photo shooting menu, highlight [Off], and press J , or • press the shutter-release button halfway or press the J button between shots.
Page 403 Focus Shift Photography: Restrictions Focus-shift photography cannot be combined with some camera features, including: • movie recording, • long time-exposures (“Bulb” or “Time”), • the self-timer, • bracketing, • HDR (high dynamic range), • multiple exposures, • interval-timer photography, and •...
Page 404: Silent Photography
Silent Photography G button U C photo shooting menu Eliminate shutter sounds during shooting ( 0 100). Option Description Eliminate vibrations produced by the shutter. Use for landscapes, still lifes, and other static subjects. Use of a tripod is recommended. •...
Page 405: The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options
1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options To view the movie shooting menu, select the 1 tab in the camera menus. The movie shooting menu contains the following items: Item Item [Reset movie shooting [Diffraction compensation] 369 menu] [Auto distortion control] [File naming] [Flicker reduction] [Destination]...
Page 406: Reset Movie Shooting Menu
See Also “Movie Shooting Menu Defaults” ( 0 217). Reset Movie Shooting Menu G button U 1 movie shooting menu Highlight [Yes] and press J to restore movie shooting menu options to their default values ( 0 217). File Naming G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the three-letter prefix used in naming the image files in which movies are stored;...
Page 407: Choose Image Area
Choose Image Area G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose a movie crop (image area) from FX or DX. Frame Size/Frame Rate G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the movie frame size (in pixels) and frame rate. For more information, see “The i Menu”...
Page 408: Iso Sensitivity Settings
M. [ISO Choose the ISO sensitivity for mode M from values sensitivity between ISO 64 (Z 7II) or 100 (Z 6II) and Hi 2.0. (mode M)] Auto ISO Sensitivity Control • At high ISO sensitivities, “noise” (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) may increase.
Page 409: White Balance
White Balance G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the white balance for movies. Select [Same as photo settings] to use the option currently selected for photos ( 0 267). Set Picture Control G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose a Picture Control for movies.
Page 410: Active D-Lighting
Active D-Lighting G button U 1 movie shooting menu Preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating movies with natural contrast. Select [Same as photo settings] to use the option currently selected for photos ( 0 283). [Same as photo settings] Note that if [Same as photo settings] is selected for Active D-Lighting in the movie shooting menu and [Auto] is selected in the photo shooting menu, movies will be shot at a setting equivalent to [Normal].
Page 411: Vignette Control
Vignette Control G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce vignetting in movies. Select [Same as photo settings] to use the option currently selected for photos ( 0 287). Diffraction Compensation G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce diffraction in movies ( 0 288). Auto Distortion Control G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce barrel and pin-cushion distortion in movies ( 0 288).
Page 412: Flicker Reduction
Flicker Reduction G button U 1 movie shooting menu Reduce flicker and banding when shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during movie recording. Choose [Auto] to allow the camera to automatically choose the correct frequency. If [Auto] fails to produce the desired results, select [50 Hz] or [60 Hz] according to the frequency of the local power supply.
Page 413: Metering
Metering G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose how the camera meters exposure in movie mode. [Spot metering] is not available in the movie shooting menu ( 0 157). Focus Mode G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose a focus mode for movie recording ( 0 74). AF-Area Mode G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose how the camera focuses in movie mode ( 0 77).
Page 414: Electronic Vr
Electronic VR G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose whether to enable electronic vibration reduction in movie mode ( 0 178). Microphone Sensitivity G button U 1 movie shooting menu Turn built-in or external microphones on or off or adjust microphone sensitivity.
Page 415: Attenuator
Attenuator G button U 1 movie shooting menu Select [Enable] to reduce microphone gain and prevent audio distortion when recording movies in loud environments. Frequency Response G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose the range of frequencies to which built-in and external microphones respond.
Page 416: Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Noise Reduction G button U 1 movie shooting menu Select [On] to enable the low-cut filter, reducing noise produced by wind blowing over the built-in microphone. Note that other sounds may also be affected. Selecting [On] for [Wind noise reduction] has no effect on optional stereo microphones.
Page 417: Timecode
Timecode G button U 1 movie shooting menu Choose whether to record time codes giving the hour, minute, second, and frame number for each frame when shooting movies. Time codes are available only with movies recorded in MOV format. Option Description •...
Page 418 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 origin] as 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 419: 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 420 The following Custom Settings are available: Item Item [Reset custom settings] b [Metering/exposure] a [Autofocus] [EV steps for exposure cntrl] [AF-C priority selection] [Easy exposure compensation] [AF-S priority selection] [Center-weighted area] [Focus tracking with lock-on] [Fine-tune optimal exposure] [Focus points used] c [Timers/AE lock] [Store points by orientation]...
Page 421 Item Item d [Shooting/display] e [Bracketing/flash] [CL mode shooting [Flash sync speed] speed] [Flash shutter speed] [Max. continuous [Exposure comp. for release] flash] [Sync. release mode [Auto c ISO sensitivity options] control] [Exposure delay [Modeling flash] mode] [Auto bracketing [Shutter type] (mode M)] [Extended shutter [Bracketing order]...
Page 422 Item Item f [Controls] g [Movie] [Customize i menu] [Customize i menu] [Custom controls] [Custom controls] [OK button] [OK button] [Shutter spd & [AF speed] aperture lock] [AF tracking [Customize command sensitivity] dials] [Highlight display] [Release button to use [Assign MB-N11 dial] buttons] [Reverse indicators]...
Page 423: Reset Custom Settings
Reset Custom Settings G button U A Custom Settings menu Restore Custom Settings to their default values. 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-...
Page 424: A2: Af-S Priority Selection
a2: AF-S Priority Selection G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether photos can be taken before the camera focuses when AF-S is selected. Option Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter- [Release] release button is pressed (release priority). Photos can be taken only when the camera is in F [Focus] focus (focus priority).
Page 425: A4: Focus Points Used
a4: Focus Points Used G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the number of focus points available for manual focus- point selection when an option other than [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], and [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected for AF-area mode. Option Description Every focus point available in the current AF-area...
Page 426: A5: Store Points By Orientation
a5: Store Points by Orientation G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether separate focus points can be selected for “wide” (landscape) orientation, for “tall” (portrait) orientation with the camera rotated 90° clockwise, and for “tall” orientation with the camera rotated 90° counterclockwise. •...
Page 427 • Select [Yes] to enable separate focus-point selection. Camera rotated Landscape (wide) Camera rotated 90°counter-clockwise orientation 90°clockwise A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...
Page 428: A6: Af Activation
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. Focus can only be adjusted using the AF-ON button or other controls to which AF-ON has been assigned using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls].
Page 429: A7: Limit Af-Area Mode Selection
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 either of the following options and press 2 to select ( M ) or deselect ( U ).
Page 430: 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 The focus point is displayed at all times in manual focus [On] mode. The focus point is displayed only during focus point [Off] selection.
Page 431: A10: Low-Light Af
a10: Low-Light AF G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose [On] for more accurate focus under low-light conditions when AF-S is selected for focus mode. • In photo mode, this option takes effect only in modes P, S, A, and M.
Page 432: A11: Built-In Af-Assist Illuminator
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. Option Description In photo mode, the illuminator will light as required when [On] AF-S is selected for focus mode.
Page 433: 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 434: B: Metering/Exposure
b: Metering/Exposure b1: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl G button U A Custom Settings menu Select the increments used for adjustments to shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, bracketing, and exposure and flash compensation. b2: Easy Exposure Compensation G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the E button is needed for exposure compensation.
Page 435: B3: Center-Weighted Area
b3: Center-Weighted Area G button U A Custom Settings menu When [Center-weighted metering] is selected, the camera assigns the greatest weight to an area in the center of the shooting display when setting exposure. Custom Setting b3 [Center-weighted area] is used to choose the size of the area given the greatest weight when [Center-weighted metering] is selected.
Page 436: C: Timers/Ae Lock
c: Timers/AE Lock c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether exposure locks when the shutter-release button is pressed. Option Description Pressing the shutter-release button halfway O [On (half press)] locks exposure. Exposure only locks while the shutter-release P [On (burst mode)] button is pressed all the way down.
Page 437: C3: Power Off Delay
c3: Power Off Delay G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose how long the monitor or viewfinder remains on when no operations are performed. • Different settings can be chosen for [Playback], [Menus], [Image review], and [Standby timer]. • [Standby timer] determines how long the control panel and the monitor or viewfinder display remain on after the shutter- release button is pressed halfway.
Page 438: 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 [5 fps] to [1 fps]. d2: Max. Continuous Release G button U A Custom Settings menu The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst in continuous release modes can be set to any value between 1 and 200.
Page 439: D3: Sync. Release Mode Options
d3: Sync. Release Mode Options G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the shutters on the remote cameras are synchronized with the shutter on the master camera when using an optional wireless remote controller. d4: Exposure Delay Mode G button U A Custom Settings menu In situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, shutter release can be delayed by from about 0.2 to...
Page 440: D5: Shutter Type
d5: 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. [Auto] The electronic front-curtain shutter is used to reduce blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds.
Page 441: D6: Extended Shutter Speeds (M)
d6: Extended Shutter Speeds (M) G button U A Custom Settings menu Extend the range of shutter speeds available in mode M; the slowest shutter speed available when [On] is selected is 900 s (15 minutes). Extended shutter speeds can be used for pictures of the night sky and other long exposures.
Page 442: D8: File Number Sequence
d8: 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 [On] the last number used.
Page 443 File Number Sequence • If a picture is taken when the current folder contains a picture numbered 9999, a new folder will be created and file numbering will restart from 0001. • When the current folder number reaches 999, the camera will no longer be able to create new folders and the shutter release will be disabled if: - the current folder contains 5000 pictures (in addition, movie recording will be disabled if the camera calculates that the number of...
Page 444: D9: Apply Settings To Live View
d9: Apply Settings to Live View G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the camera adjusts the preview in the viewfinder or monitor to reflect how shooting settings will affect the hue and brightness of the final picture. Regardless of the option selected, the effects of camera settings are always visible in movie mode.
Page 445: D11: Focus Peaking
d11: Focus Peaking G button U A Custom Settings menu When focus peaking is enabled in manual focus mode, objects that are in focus are indicated by colored outlines in the display. You can choose the color. Peaking Level Choose from [3 (high sensitivity)], [2 (standard)], [1 (low sensitivity)], and [Off].
Page 446: E: Bracketing/Flash
e: Bracketing/Flash e1: Flash Sync Speed G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the flash sync speed. Option Description Auto FP high-speed sync is enabled with compatible flash units and the maximum sync speed for other flash units is set to •...
Page 447 Fixing Shutter Speed at the Flash Sync Speed Limit In modes S and M, shutter speed can be fixed at the value selected for Custom Setting e1 [Flash sync speed] by selecting the next shutter speed after the slowest possible shutter speed (30 s or “Time”). An X (flash sync indicator) will appear in the shooting display and control panel together with the flash sync speed.
Page 448: E2: Flash Shutter Speed
e2: Flash Shutter Speed G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the slowest shutter speed available with a flash in mode P or A. 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.
Page 449: E4: Auto C Iso Sensitivity Control
G button U A Custom Settings menu If [On] is selected when the camera is used with an optional flash unit that supports the Nikon Creative Lighting system, pressing a control to which [Preview] has been assigned using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls] will emit a modeling flash.
Page 450: E6: Auto Bracketing (Mode M)
e6: 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 e6 [Auto bracketing (mode M)].
Page 451: E7: Bracketing Order
e7: 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, [MTR > under > followed by the shot with the lowest over] value, followed by the shot with the highest value.
Page 452: F: Controls
f: Controls f1: Customize i Menu G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the items listed in the i menu displayed when the i button is pressed in photo mode. • Highlight a position in the i menu, press J , and select the desired item.
Page 453: View Memory Card Info
Item Item [Focus shift [Split-screen display shooting] zoom] W [Focus peaking] [Silent photography] 100 v [Release mode] [Monitor/viewfinder 457, brightness] w [Custom controls] [Bluetooth 413, [Exposure delay connection] mode] U [Wi-Fi connection] [Shutter type] a [MB-N11 info] [Apply settings to live view] View Memory Card Info View the slot currently selected as the destination for new...
Page 454: Split-Screen Display Zoom
Split-Screen Display Zoom If [Split-screen display zoom] is assigned to the i menu, you can select [Split-screen display zoom] to simultaneously zoom in on two areas that are aligned horizontally but are in different parts of the frame (split-screen display zoom). The locations of the areas are indicated by the two frames ( r ) in the navigation window in the bottom right corner of the display.
Page 455: Bluetooth Connection
Bluetooth Connection Enable or disable Bluetooth. MB-N11 Info View information on the batteries in optional MB-N11 power battery packs connected to the camera ( 0 727). A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...
Page 456: F2: Custom Controls
f2: Custom Controls G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the operations performed in photo mode using camera or lens controls or by pressing camera controls and rotating command dials. • Choose the roles played by the controls below. Highlight the desired control and press J .
Page 457 • The roles that can be assigned to these controls are as follows: w y V 7 8 z S 3 Option [Select center focus — — 4 — 4 — — — — point] 4 4 4 — 4 — 4 4 A [AF-ON] —...
Page 458 w y V 7 8 z S 3 Option 4 4 — — — — 4 4 n [Subject tracking] — 4 4 — — — — — — [Silent photography] — [Live view info 4 4 4 — 4 4 — — —...
Page 459 w y V 7 8 z S 3 Option 4 4 — — — 4 — — [Multiple exposure] — [HDR (high dynamic 4 4 — — — 4 — — — range)] [Exposure delay 4 4 — — — 4 — — —...
Page 460 • The following options are available: Role Description [Select center Pressing the control selects the center focus focus point] point. Pressing the control initiates autofocus, A [AF-ON] duplicating the function of the AF-ON button. [AF lock only] Focus locks while the control is pressed. Exposure locks when the control is pressed.
Page 461 Role Description Keep the control pressed to preview photo [Preview] color, exposure, and depth of field. [Matrix [Matrix metering] is activated while the metering] control is pressed. [Center- [Center-weighted metering] is activated weighted while the control is pressed. metering] [Spot [Spot metering] is activated while the control metering] is pressed.
Page 462 Role Description When an optional wireless remote controller is connected, the control can be used to toggle between remote release and master or synchronized release. The options available depend on the setting chosen for Custom Setting d3 [Sync. release mode options]. •...
Page 463 Role Description • If a JPEG option is currently selected for image quality, “RAW” will appear in the shooting display and an NEF (RAW) copy will be recorded with the next picture taken after the control is pressed. The original image quality setting will be restored when you remove your finger from the shutter-release 4 [+ NEF (RAW)]...
Page 464 Role Description Press the control to hide the indicators in the [Live view info live view display. Press again to view display off] indicators. Press the control to zoom the display in on the [Zoom on/off] area around the current focus point. Press again to cancel zoom.
Page 465 Role Description [Set Picture Press the control and rotate a command dial Control] to choose a Picture Control. [Active Press the control and rotate a command dial D-Lighting] to adjust Active D-Lighting. Press the control and rotate a command dial w [Metering] to choose a metering option.
Page 466 Role Description Press the control and rotate the main [HDR (high command dial to choose the mode and the dynamic sub-command dial to choose the exposure range)] differential. [Exposure Press the control and rotate a command dial delay mode] to choose the shutter-release delay. Press the control and rotate the main command dial to lock shutter speed (modes S [Shutter spd &...
Page 467 Role Description Pressing the sub-selector up, down, left, or right during shooting or playback has the same effect as pressing 1 , 3 , 4 , or 2 on the multi selector. To choose the role played by the sub-selector during focus or playback zoom, highlight [Same as multi selector] and [Same as multi press 2 .
Page 468 Role Description [Aperture] Rotate the lens control ring to adjust aperture. [Exposure Rotate the lens control ring to adjust exposure compensation] compensation. [ISO Rotate the lens control ring to adjust ISO sensitivity] sensitivity. [None] The control has no effect. A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...
Page 469: F3: Ok Button
f3: OK Button G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the role assigned to the J button in photo mode and during playback. Shooting Mode Regardless of the option selected, when [Auto-area AF], [Auto- area AF (people)], or [Auto-area AF (animals)] is chosen for AF-area mode, the button functions only to initiate subject- tracking AF ( 0 86).
Page 470: Playback Mode
Playback Mode Regardless of the option selected, pressing J when a movie is displayed full frame starts movie playback. Role Description Press J to toggle between full-frame and [Thumbnail on/off] 4-, 9-, or 72-frame thumbnail playback. A histogram is displayed while the J button is pressed.
Page 471: F4: Shutter Spd & Aperture Lock
f4: Shutter Spd & Aperture Lock G button U A Custom Settings menu Selecting [On] for [Shutter speed lock] locks shutter speed at the value currently selected in mode S or M. Selecting [On] for [Aperture lock] locks aperture at the value currently selected in mode A or M.
Page 472: F5: Customize Command Dials
f5: Customize Command Dials G button U A Custom Settings menu Customize the operation of the main and sub-command dials. • The selected settings also apply to the command dials on optional MB-N11 power battery packs. Reverse Rotation Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dials for selected operations.
Page 473: 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 474: Menus And Playback
Menus and Playback Choose the roles played by the multi selector and command dials during playback and menu navigation. Option Description Playback: • The main command dial can be used to choose the picture displayed during full-frame playback. The sub-command dial can be used to skip forward or back according to the option selected for [Sub-dial frame advance].
Page 475: Sub-Dial Frame Advance
Sub-Dial Frame Advance Choose the number of frames that can be skipped by rotating the sub-command dial during full-frame playback. This option only takes effect when [On] or [On (image review excluded)] is selected for [Menus and playback]. Option Description [10 frames] Skip forward or back 10 frames at a time.
Page 476: F6: Release Button To Use Dial
f6: Release Button to Use Dial G button U A Custom Settings menu Selecting [Yes] allows adjustments that are normally made by holding a button and rotating a command dial to be made by rotating the command dial after the button is released. This ends when the button is pressed again, the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, or the standby timer expires.
Page 477 Can be assigned using Custom Setting Role [Flash mode/ I / Y — — compensation] [Focus mode/AF-area — mode] t [Auto bracketing] — — — [Multiple exposure] — — — [HDR (high dynamic — — — range)] [Exposure delay — —...
Page 478: F7: Reverse Indicators
f7: 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...
Page 479: F9: Assign Mb-N11 Buttons
f9: Assign MB-N11 Buttons G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the roles played by the controls on optional MB-N11 power battery packs in photo mode. • The controls to which roles can be assigned are listed below. Highlight the desired control and press J .
Page 480 Multi Option AF-ON selector n [Subject tracking] — — [Silent photography] — — [Live view info — display off] [Playback] — — J [Choose image area] — — w [Metering] — — [Flash mode/ I / Y — — compensation] [Focus mode/AF-area —...
Page 481: Same As Camera Af-On Button
Multi Option AF-ON selector [Select center focus — — point] A [AF-ON] — — [AF lock only] — — [AE lock only] — — [AE/AF lock] — — [Zoom on/off] — — [Same as camera — — multi selector] [Focus point —...
Page 482: G: Movie
g: Movie g1: Customize i Menu G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the items listed in the i menu displayed when the i button is pressed in movie mode. • Highlight a position in the i menu, press J , and select the desired item.
Page 483: G2: Custom Controls
g2: Custom Controls G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the operations performed in movie mode using camera or lens controls or by pressing camera controls and rotating command dials. • Choose the roles played by the controls below. Highlight the desired control and press J .
Page 484 • The roles that can be assigned to these controls are as follows: Option [Power aperture (open)] — — — — — [Power aperture (close)] — — — — — [Exposure compensation — — — — — [Exposure — — —...
Page 485 Option [Active D-Lighting] — — — — w [Metering] — — — — [Focus mode/AF-area — — — — mode] [Microphone sensitivity] — — — — W [Focus peaking] — — — — [Rating] — — — — X [Focus (M/A)] 1, 2 —...
Page 486 • The following options are available: Role Description Aperture widens while the Fn1 button is [Power pressed. Use in combination with Custom aperture Setting g2 [Custom controls] > [Fn2 (open)] button] > [Power aperture (close)] for button-controlled aperture adjustment. Aperture narrows while the Fn2 button is [Power pressed.
Page 487 Role Description Press the control to hide the indicators in the [Live view info live view display. Press again to view display off] indicators. [Framing grid Press the control to display a framing grid. display] Press the control again to turn the display off. Press the control during playback to protect g [Protect] the current picture.
Page 488 Role Description Press the shutter-release button all the way C [Take photos] down to take a photograph with an aspect ratio of 16:9. [Record Press the control to start recording. Press movies] again to end recording. Press the control and rotate a command dial [Choose image to choose the image area for movies.
Page 489 Role Description Press the control and rotate the main [Focus command dial to choose a peaking level and peaking] the sub-command dial to select the peaking color. To rate the current picture in playback mode, press the control and rotate the main command dial.
Page 490: G3: Ok Button
g3: OK Button G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the role assigned to the J button in movie mode. Regardless of the option selected, the J button can be used for focus tracking ( 0 86) when [Auto-area AF], [Auto-area AF (people)], or [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected for AF-area mode.
Page 491: G4: Af Speed
g4: AF Speed G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the focus speed for movie mode. Use [When to apply] to choose when the selected option applies. Option Description The camera focuses at the selected speed at all D [Always] times in movie mode.
Page 492: G6: Highlight Display
g6: Highlight Display G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose whether shading is used to indicate highlights (bright areas of the frame) during movie recording. Display Pattern To enable the highlight display, select [Pattern 1] or [Pattern Pattern 1 Pattern 2 Highlight Display Threshold Choose the brightness needed to trigger the movie highlight...
Page 493: G7: Assign Mb-N11 Buttons
g7: Assign MB-N11 Buttons G button U A Custom Settings menu Choose the roles played by the controls on optional MB-N11 power battery packs in movie mode. • The controls to which roles can be assigned are listed below. Highlight the desired control and press J .
Page 494: Same As Camera Af-On Button
• The roles that can be assigned to these controls are listed below. For information on the listed roles, see the section on Custom Setting g2 [Custom controls]. Option AF-ON [Live view info display off] [Record movies] [Exposure — compensation] [ISO sensitivity] —...
Page 495: 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] [AF fine-tuning options] [Save user settings] [Non-CPU lens data] [Reset user settings] [Save focus position] [Language]...
Page 496 Item Item [Location data] [Battery info] [Wireless remote (WR) [USB power delivery] options] [Energy saving (photo [Assign remote (WR) Fn mode)] button] [Slot empty release lock] [Airplane mode] [Save/load menu settings] [Connect to smart device] [Reset all settings] [Connect to PC] [Firmware version] [Wireless transmitter (WT-7)]...
Page 497: Format Memory Card
Format Memory Card G button U B setup menu Format memory cards. To begin formatting, choose a memory card slot and select [Yes]. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card. Before formatting, be sure to make backup copies as required. During Formatting Do not turn the camera off or remove memory cards until the message [Formatting memory card] clears from the display.
Page 498: 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 499: 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 500: Monitor Color Balance
Monitor Color Balance G button U B setup menu Adjust monitor color balance to your taste. • [Monitor color balance] 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 501: Viewfinder Brightness
• The reference image is either the last picture taken or, in playback mode, the picture last displayed. If the memory card contains no pictures, an empty frame will be displayed instead. • To choose a different picture, press the W ( Q ) button.
Page 502: Viewfinder Color Balance
Viewfinder Color Balance G button U B setup menu Adjust viewfinder color balance to your taste. [Viewfinder color balance] 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 503: 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 options and press 2 to select ( M ) or deselect ( U ). Options marked with a check ( M ) are available for selection. •...
Page 504: Af Fine-Tuning Options
AF Fine-Tuning Options G button U B setup menu Fine-tune focus for the current lens. • Use only as required. • We recommend that you perform fine-tuning at a focus distance you use frequently. If you perform focus-tuning at a short focus distance, for example, you may find it less effective at longer distances.
Page 505 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] [List saved dialog. values] • The [Choose lens number] dialog is used to enter the lens identifier. •...
Page 506: Creating And Saving Fine-Tuning Values
Creating and Saving Fine-Tuning Values Attach the lens to the camera. Select [AF fine-tuning options] in the setup menu, then highlight [Fine-tune and save lens] and press An AF fine-tuning dialog will be displayed. Press 4 or 2 to fine-tune autofocus. •...
Page 507: Choosing A Default Fine-Tuning Value
Choosing a Default Fine-Tuning Value Select [AF fine-tuning options] in the setup menu, then highlight [Default] and press 2 . Press 4 or 2 to fine-tune autofocus. • Choose from values between +20 and –20. • The current value is shown by g , the previously-selected value by j .
Page 508: Non-Cpu Lens Data
Non-CPU Lens Data G button U B setup menu Record data for non-CPU lenses attached using an optional mount adapter. Recording the focal length and maximum aperture of non-CPU lenses allows them to be used with some camera features normally reserved for CPU lenses, such as on- board vibration reduction.
Page 509: Clean Image Sensor
Clean Image Sensor G button U B setup menu Dirt or dust entering the camera when lenses are exchanged or the body cap is removed may adhere to the image sensor and affect your photographs. The “clean image sensor” option vibrates the sensor to remove dust.
Page 510: Image Dust Off Ref Photo
Image Dust Off Ref Photo G button U B setup menu Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX-D. Image Dust Off processes NEF (RAW) images to mitigate effects caused by dust adhering in front of the camera image sensor.
Page 511 With the lens about ten centimeters (four inches) from a well-lit, featureless white object, frame the object so that it fills the display and then press the shutter-release button halfway. • In autofocus mode, focus will automatically be set to infinity.
Page 512 Image Sensor Cleaning Dust off reference data recorded before image sensor cleaning is performed cannot be used with photographs taken after image sensor cleaning is performed. Select [Clean sensor and then start] only if the Image Dust Off reference data will not be used with existing photographs. Acquiring Image Dust Off Reference Data •...
Page 513: Pixel Mapping
Pixel Mapping G button U B setup menu Pixel mapping checks and optimizes the camera image sensor. If you notice unexpected bright spots appearing in pictures taken with the camera, perform pixel mapping as described below. • Pixel mapping is available only when a Z mount lens or an optional FTZ mount adapter is attached.
Page 514 Pixel Mapping • Do not attempt to operate the camera while pixel mapping is in progress. Do not turn the camera off or remove or disconnect the power source. • Pixel mapping may not be available if the camera’s internal temperature is elevated.
Page 515: Image Comment
Image Comment G button U B setup menu Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D. Input Comment Input a comment of up to 36 characters. Highlight [Input comment] and press 2 to display a text-entry dialog.
Page 516: Copyright Information
Copyright Information G button U B setup menu Add copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D. Artist/Copyright Enter the names of the photographer (maximum 36 characters) and copyright holder (maximum 54 characters).
Page 517 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. Photo Info Copyright information is included in the shooting data shown in the photo information display.
Page 518: Beep Options
Beep Options G button U B setup menu Beep On/Off Turn the beep speaker on or off. • If [On] is selected for [Beep on/off], beeps sound when: - the self-timer counts down, - interval-timer photography, time-lapse movie recording, or focus shift ends, - the camera focuses in photo mode (note that this does not apply if AF-C is selected for focus mode or if [Release] is...
Page 519: Volume
Volume Adjust beep volume. Pitch Choose the pitch of the beep from [High] and [Low]. Touch Controls G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for monitor touch controls. Enable/Disable Touch Controls Enable or disable touch controls. Select [Playback only] to enable touch controls in playback mode only.
Page 520: Hdmi
HDMI G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for connection to HDMI devices ( 0 606). Location Data G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for use when the camera is connected to a GPS receiver. Option Description If [Enable] is selected when a GPS receiver is connected, the standby timer will expire if no operations are performed for the time selected for...
Page 521: Wireless Remote (Wr) Options
Wireless Remote (WR) Options G button U B setup menu Adjust status LED and link mode settings for optional WR-R10 wireless remote controllers. You can also choose a link mode for connection to optional radio-controlled flash units that support Advanced Wireless Lighting. LED Lamp Enable or disable the status LEDs on a WR-R10 wireless remote controller mounted on the camera.
Page 522: Link Mode
Link Mode Choose a link mode for WR-R10 wireless remote controllers mounted on other cameras or radio-controlled flash units that support Advanced Wireless Lighting. Be sure that the same mode is selected for the other devices. Option Description The camera connects only to devices with which it has previously been paired.
Page 523 The WR-R10 Wireless Remote Controller Be sure the firmware for the WR-R10 has been updated to the latest version (version 3.0 or later). For information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area. B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup...
Page 524: Assign Remote (Wr) Fn Button
Assign Remote (WR) Fn Button G button U B setup menu Choose the role played by the Fn button on optional wireless remote controllers equipped with an Fn button. See Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls] for more information. Option Option A [AF-ON] h [ c Disable/enable] q [Preview]...
Page 525: Connect To Smart Device
Connect to Smart Device G button U B setup menu Connect to smartphones or tablets (smart devices) via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Pairing (Bluetooth) Pair with or connect to smart devices using Bluetooth. Option Description Pair the camera with a smart device ( 0 577). [Start pairing] List paired smart devices.
Page 526: Select To Send (Bluetooth)
Select to Send (Bluetooth) Select pictures for upload to a smart device. You can also opt to upload pictures as they are taken. Option Description Select [On] to mark pictures for upload as they are taken. Photos are uploaded in JPEG format at a [Auto select to size of 2 megapixels, even if other upload size and send]...
Page 527: Send While Off
❚❚ Wi-Fi Connection Settings Access the following Wi-Fi settings: Option Description [SSID] Choose the camera SSID. [Authentication/ Choose [OPEN] or [WPA2-PSK-AES]. encryption] [Password] Choose the camera password. Choose a channel. • Select [Auto] to have the camera choose the [Channel] channel automatically.
Page 528: Connect To Pc
Connect to PC 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 ( 0 544, 550).
Page 529 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 530: Options
Options Adjust upload settings. ❚❚ Auto Send Select [On] to upload new photos as they are taken. • Upload begins only after the photo has been recorded to the memory card. Be sure a memory card is inserted in the camera. •...
Page 531: Mac Address
❚❚ Deselect All? Select [Yes] to remove transfer marking from all images. Upload of images with a “sending” icon will immediately be terminated. MAC Address View the MAC address. B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup...
Page 532: Wireless Transmitter (Wt-7)
Wireless Transmitter (WT-7) G button U B setup menu Adjust settings for connection to computers or ftp servers via wireless or Ethernet networks using an optional WT-7 wireless transmitter. This item is available only when an optional WT-7 wireless transmitter is connected. •...
Page 533: Battery Info
Battery Info G button U B setup menu View information on the battery currently inserted in the camera. Option Description [Charge] The current battery level, expressed as a percentage. [No. of The number of times the shutter has been released since shots] the battery was last charged.
Page 534: Usb Power Delivery
USB Power Delivery G button U B setup menu Choose whether optional charging AC adapters or computers connected via USB can be used to power the camera (USB power delivery). USB power delivery allows the camera to be used while limiting the drain on the battery. Option Description The camera draws power from connected devices while...
Page 535 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 536: Energy Saving (Photo Mode)
Energy Saving (Photo Mode) G button U B setup menu In photo mode, the shooting display will dim to save power approximately 15 seconds before the standby timer expires. Option Description [Enable] Enable energy saving. The display refresh rate may drop. Disable energy saving.
Page 537: Slot Empty Release Lock
Slot Empty Release Lock G button U B setup menu Choose whether the shutter can be released when no memory card is inserted in the camera. Option Description [Release The shutter cannot be released when no memory locked] card is inserted. The shutter can be released with no memory card [Enable inserted.
Page 538: 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. • If two memory cards are inserted, the settings will be saved to the card in the slot selected using [Primary slot selection] in the photo shooting menu.
Page 539 Settings that can be saved and loaded [File naming] [Primary slot selection] [Secondary slot function] [Choose image area] [Image quality] [Image size] [NEF (RAW) recording] [ISO sensitivity settings] [White balance] [Set Picture Control] (Custom Picture Controls are saved as [Auto]) [Color space] [Active D-Lighting] [Long exposure NR]...
Page 540 Settings that can be saved and loaded [File naming] [Destination] [Choose image area] [Frame size/frame rate] [Movie quality] [Movie file type] [ISO sensitivity settings] [White balance] [Set Picture Control] (Custom Picture Controls are saved as [Auto]) [Active D-Lighting] [High ISO NR] [Vignette control] [Diffraction compensation] MOVIE SHOOTING...
Page 541 Settings that can be saved and loaded CUSTOM SETTING All items MENU [Language] [Time zone and date] (excepting [Date and time]) [Limit monitor mode selection] [Information display] [Non-CPU lens data] [Clean image sensor] [Image comment] [Copyright information] SETUP MENU [Beep options] [Touch controls] [HDMI] [Location data] (excepting [Position])
Page 542: Save Menu Settings
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. Saved settings can only be used with other cameras of the same model. Load Menu Settings Load saved settings from a memory card.
Page 543: Reset All Settings
Updates can be performed using a computer or smart device. • Computer: Check the Nikon Download Center for new versions of the camera firmware. Information on performing updates is available via the firmware download page.
Page 544: 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 only displayed when a memory card containing pictures is inserted in the camera.
Page 545: 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 full screen, press and hold the X button.
Page 546 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 547 Image Quality • Copies created from NEF (RAW) pictures are saved at an [Image quality] of [JPEG fine m ]. • Copies created from JPEG pictures are the same quality as the original. • In the case of dual-format pictures recorded to the same memory card at image-quality settings of NEF + JPEG, only the NEF (RAW) copy will be retouched.
Page 548: Nef (Raw) Processing: Converting Nef (Raw) To Jpeg
NEF (RAW) Processing: Converting NEF (RAW) to JPEG G button U N retouch menu The process of converting NEF (RAW) images to other formats such as JPEG is referred to as “NEF (RAW) processing”. JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) pictures can be created on the camera as described below.
Page 549 Choose how images are selected. Option Description Create JPEG copies of [Select selected NEF (RAW) images. image(s)] Multiple NEF (RAW) images can be selected. Create JPEG copies of all NEF [Select (RAW) pictures taken on date] selected dates. Create JPEG copies of all NEF [Select (RAW) pictures in a selected folder]...
Page 550 Select photographs. If you chose [Select image(s)]: • Highlight pictures using the multi selector. • To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button. • To select the highlighted image, press the W ( Q ) button. Selected pictures are marked by a $ icon.
Page 551 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 ( 0 260) High ISO NR ( 0 286) Image size ( 0 261) Color space ( 0 282)
Page 552 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 553: Trim
Trim G button U N retouch menu Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described below. Description Press X or W ( Q ) to choose the crop size. Size the crop Change the crop Rotate the main command dial to choose the...
Page 554: Resize
Resize G button U N retouch menu Create small copies of selected photographs. If two memory cards are inserted, you can choose the card used to store the resized copies. Resizing Multiple Images If you accessed the retouch menu via the G button, you can resize multiple selected images.
Page 555 Choose a size. • Highlight [Choose size] and press • Highlight the desired size (length in pixels) using 1 and 3 and press J . Choose how pictures are selected. Option Description Resize selected pictures. [Select Multiple pictures can be image(s)] selected.
Page 556 Select the source slot. • Highlight the slot with the card containing the desired pictures and press 2 . • You will not be prompted to select the slot if only one memory card is inserted. N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies...
Page 557 Choose pictures. If you chose [Select image(s)]: • Highlight pictures using the multi selector. • To view the highlighted picture full screen, 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 558 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 Resize Depending on the copy size, playback zoom may not be available when resized copies are displayed.
Page 559: D-Lighting
D-Lighting G button U N retouch menu D-Lighting brightens shadows. It is ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After The edit display shows before and after images. • Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display.
Page 560: Red-Eye Correction
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. • Red-eye correction is available only with photographs taken using a flash. • Red-eye that cannot be detected by the camera will not be corrected.
Page 561: 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 562: Distortion Control
Distortion Control G button U N retouch menu Create copies with reduced peripheral distortion; this can reduce barrel distortion in pictures taken with wide- angle lenses or pin-cushion distortion in pictures taken with telephoto lenses. Select [Auto] to let the camera correct distortion automatically and then make fine adjustments using the multi selector.
Page 563: Perspective Control
Perspective Control G button U N retouch menu Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective in photos taken looking up from the base of a tall object. • The effect can be previewed in the edit display. • Note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out.
Page 564: Monochrome
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- Copy photographs in black-and-white. white] [Sepia] Copy photographs in sepia. [Cyanotype] Copy photographs in blue-and-white monochrome. •...
Page 565: Image Overlay
Image Overlay G button U N retouch menu Image overlay combines existing photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals. One NEF (RAW) image can be overlaid on another using additive blending ([Add]), or multiple images can be combined using [Lighten] or [Darken].
Page 566 Select [Add]. Highlight [Add] and press 2 to display image overlay options with [Image 1] highlighted. Highlight the first image. • Press J to display a picture- selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images, where you can use the multi selector to highlight the first photograph in the overlay.
Page 567 Select the second image. Press 2 and select [Image 2], then select the second photo as described in Steps 3 and 4. Adjust gain. • The overlay of [Image 1] and [Image 2] can be previewed in the “Preview” column. Highlight [Image 1] or [Image 2] and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to adjust gain.
Page 568 Preview the overlay. • To preview the overlay, highlight [Overlay] and press J . • To select new photos or adjust gain, press W ( Q ). You will be returned to Step 6. Save the overlay. Press J while the preview is displayed to save the overlay and display the resulting image.
Page 569 [Add] • Colors and brightness in the preview may differ from the final image. • Image overlay is available only with NEF (RAW) images taken with this camera with [Large] selected for [Image size] > [NEF (RAW)] in the photo shooting menu. Images created with other cameras or in other formats cannot be selected.
Page 570: Lighten And Darken
Lighten and Darken The camera compares multiple selected pictures and selects only the brightest or darkest pixels at each point in the image to create a single new JPEG copy. Select [Lighten] or [Darken]. After selecting [Image overlay] in the retouch menu, highlight either [Lighten] or [Darken] and press 2 .
Page 571 Choose how pictures are selected. Option Description [Select individual Select pictures for the overlay one-by-one. images] Select two pictures; the overlay will include [Select consecutive the two pictures and all images between images] them. The overlay will include all pictures in the [Select folder] selected folder.
Page 572 If you chose [Select consecutive images]: • All pictures in a range chosen using the multi selector will be combined using the option selected in Step 1. - Use the W ( Q ) to select the first and last pictures in the desired range.
Page 573 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 574: Trim Movie
Trim Movie G button U N retouch menu Create a copy from which unwanted footage has been removed ( 0 199). N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies...
Page 575: 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, movie shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus.
Page 576 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 577 ❚❚ Removing Items from My Menu Select [Remove items] in [ O MY MENU]. Highlight [Remove items] and press 2 . Select items. • Highlight items and press 2 to select ( M ) or deselect. • Continue until all the items you wish to remove are selected ( L ).
Page 578 ❚❚ Reordering Items in My Menu Select [Rank items] in [ O MY MENU]. Highlight [Rank items] and press 2 . Select an item. Highlight the item you wish to move and press J . Position the item. • Press 1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press J .
Page 579 ❚❚ 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 • The name of the menu will change from [MY MENU] to [RECENT SETTINGS].
Page 580: 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 581: Establishing Wireless Connections To Computers Or Smart Devices Camera And Network System Chart
Establishing Wireless Connections to Computers or Smart Devices Camera and Network System Chart The camera can connect: • to computers via Wi-Fi ( 0 541), • to smartphones via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth ( 0 567), and Camera and Network System Chart...
Page 582 • to networks via an attached WT-7 wireless transmitter ( 0 597) Camera and Network System Chart...
Page 583: Connecting To Computers Via Wi-Fi
The Wireless Transmitter Utility Before you will be able to upload images via Wi-Fi, you will need to pair the camera with the computer using Nikon’s Wireless Transmitter Utility software. • Once the devices are paired, you will be able to connect to the computer from the camera.
Page 584: Infrastructure And Access-Point Modes
Infrastructure and Access-Point Modes Either of the following two methods can be used to establish wireless connections between the camera and a computer. ❚❚ Direct Wireless Connection (Access-Point Mode) The camera and computer connect via direct wireless link. The camera acts as a wireless LAN access point, letting you connect when working outdoors and in other situations in which the computer is not already connected to a wireless...
Page 585 ❚❚ Infrastructure Mode The camera connects to a computer on an existing network (including home networks) via a wireless router. The computer can still connect to the Internet while connected to the camera. • To create a new network profile, select [Search for Wi-Fi network] in the connection wizard.
Page 586: Connecting In Access-Point Mode
Connecting in Access-Point Mode Select [Connect to PC] in the camera setup menu, then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . Highlight [Create profile] and press J . Highlight [Direct connection to PC] and press J . The camera SSID and encryption key will be displayed.
Page 587 Establish a connection to the camera. Windows: • Click the wireless LAN icon in the taskbar. • Select the SSID displayed by the camera in Step 3. • When prompted to enter the network security key, enter the encryption key displayed by the camera in Step 3.
Page 588 Start pairing. When prompted, launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility on the computer. Select the camera in the Wireless Transmitter Utility. Select the name displayed by the camera in Step 5 and click [Next]. Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi...
Page 589 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 590 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 591 Check the connection. When a connection is established, the network SSID will be displayed in green in the camera [Connect to PC] 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 592: Connecting In Infrastructure Mode
Connecting in Infrastructure Mode Select [Connect to PC] in the camera setup menu, then highlight [Network settings] and press 2 . Highlight [Create profile] and press J . Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi...
Page 593 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. Next, press J and choose from the following options: Option...
Page 594 Choose a network. • Highlight a network SSID and press • 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 595 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.
Page 596 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 597 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 598 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 599 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 600 Check the connection. When a connection is established, the network SSID will be displayed in green in the camera [Connect to PC] 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 601: Uploading Pictures
Uploading Pictures Pictures can be selected for upload during playback. They can also be uploaded automatically as they are taken. Destination Folders By default, images are uploaded to the following folders: • Windows: \Users\(user name)\Pictures\Wireless Transmitter Utility • macOS: /Users/(user name)/Pictures/Wireless Transmitter Utility The destination folder can be selected using the Wireless Transmitter Utility.
Page 602 Highlight [Select to send to computer] and press J . • A white “send” 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. • Otherwise, upload will begin when a connection is established.
Page 603 ❚❚ Uploading Photos as They Are Taken To upload new photos as they are taken, select [On] for [Connect to PC] > [Options] > [Auto send] in the setup menu. • Upload begins only after the photo has been recorded to the memory card. Be sure a memory card is inserted in the camera.
Page 604 ❚❚ The Status Display The [Connect to PC] 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 and the time needed to send established.
Page 605: Disconnecting And Reconnecting
Disconnecting and Reconnecting ❚❚ Disconnecting You can end the connection by: • turning the camera off, • selecting [Disable] for [Connect to PC] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the setup menu, • selecting [Wi-Fi connection] > [Close Wi-Fi connection] in the photo-mode i menu, or •...
Page 606 ❚❚ Reconnecting To reconnect to an existing network: • select [Enable] for [Connect to PC] > [Wi-Fi connection] in the setup menu, or • select [Wi-Fi connection] > [Establish Wi-Fi connection with PC] in the photo-mode i menu. Access-Point Mode Enable camera Wi-Fi before connecting.
Page 607: Connecting To Smart Devices
Use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between the camera and your smartphone or tablet (“smart device”). • SnapBridge apps can be downloaded from the Apple App Store® or on Google Play™. • Visit the Nikon website for the latest SnapBridge news. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 608: What Snapbridge Can Do For You
What SnapBridge Can Do for You The tasks that can be performed using the SnapBridge app are outlined below. For details, see the SnapBridge app online help: https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html ❚❚ Downloading Pictures from the Camera Download existing pictures to your smart device. Pictures can be uploaded as they are taken.
Page 609: Wireless Connections
Wireless Connections Use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between the camera and your smart device. You can connect via either Wi-Fi ( 0 568) or Bluetooth ( 0 577). Connecting using Bluetooth allows pictures to be uploaded automatically as they are taken. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 610: Connecting Via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode)
Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode) Before Connecting • Enable Wi-Fi on the smart device. For details, see the documentation provided with the device. • Ensure that the batteries in the camera and smart device are fully charged to prevent the devices turning off unexpectedly. •...
Page 611 • If you have launched the app before, open the tab and select > [Wi-Fi mode] before proceeding to Step 3. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 612 Smart device: When prompted to choose the camera type, tap [Mirrorless camera] and then tap [Wi-Fi connection]. Camera/smart device: Turn the camera on when prompted. Do not tap [Next] until you have completed the next step. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 613 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 614 Smart device: Return to the smart device and tap [Next]. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 615 Smart device: After reading the instructions displayed by the smart device, tap [Open the device settings app]. • Android devices: Wi-Fi settings will be displayed. • iOS devices: The “Settings” app will launch. Tap [< Settings] to open [Settings], then scroll up and tap [Wi-Fi], which you’ll find near the top of the settings list.
Page 616 Smart device: Enter the SSID and password displayed by the camera in Step 4. • The prompt displayed by the device varies with model and operating system. - Android device: Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 617 - iOS device: • You will not be required to enter the password when next you connect to the camera. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 618 Smart device: Return to the SnapBridge app. • Once a Wi-Fi connection is established, Wi-Fi mode options will be displayed. • See online help for information on using the SnapBridge app. Terminating Wi-Fi Mode To end the Wi-Fi connection, tap .
Page 619: Connecting Via Bluetooth
Connecting via Bluetooth Before connecting via Bluetooth for the first time, you will need to pair the camera and smart device as described below. The procedure for iOS differs slightly from that for Android devices. Before Pairing • Enable Bluetooth on the smart device. For details, see the documentation provided with the device.
Page 620 Android device: Launch the SnapBridge app. • If this is the first time you have launched the app, tap [Connect to camera]. • If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap [Connect to camera]. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 621 Android device: Tap [Mirrorless camera] and then tap [Pairing (Bluetooth)]. • This step can be omitted once the devices have been paired. • You must grant access to location data when using Bluetooth. If prompted to provide access to location data, follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 622 Android device: Tap the camera name. Camera/Android device: Confirm that the camera and Android device display the same authentication code. The authentication code is shown circled in the illustrations. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 623 Camera/Android device: Initiate pairing. • Camera: Press J . • Android device: Tap the button indicated in the illustration. The button in the illustration is labeled [PAIR], but the label may differ depending on the type of device and version of Android you are using.
Page 624 Camera/Android device: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete pairing. • Camera: Press J . The camera will display the message shown in the illustration when pairing is complete. • Android device: Pairing is complete. Tap [OK] to exit to tab. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 625 Pairing for the First Time • The first time you pair the Android device with a camera after installing the SnapBridge app, you may be prompted to select auto link (auto upload and auto clock and location synchronization) options. • This prompt will not be displayed a second time.
Page 626 ❚❚ Connecting to an iOS Device for the First Time: Pairing For information on connecting to Android devices, see “Connecting to an Android Device for the First Time: Pairing” ( 0 577). Camera: Select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] in the setup menu, then highlight [Start pairing] and press J .
Page 627 iOS device: Launch the SnapBridge app. • If this is the first time you have launched the app, tap [Connect to camera]. • If you have launched the app before, open the tab and tap [Connect to camera]. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 628 iOS device: Tap [Mirrorless camera] and then tap [Pairing (Bluetooth)]. This step can be omitted once the devices have been paired. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 629 iOS device: Tap the camera name. iOS device: Read the pairing instructions. Pairing instructions will be displayed. Read the instructions carefully and tap [Understood]. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 630 iOS device: Tap the camera name again. The iOS device prompt you to select an accessory. Tap the camera name again. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 631 Camera/iOS device: Initiate pairing. • Camera: Press J . • iOS device: Tap the button indicated in the illustration. The button in the illustration is labeled [Pair], but the label may differ depending on the version of iOS you are using. Connecting to Smart Devices...
Page 632 Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button on the iOS device, the device will display an error message and pairing will fail. Dismiss the SnapBridge app and check that it is not running in the background, then open the iOS “Settings” app and request iOS to “forget”...
Page 633 Camera/iOS device: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete pairing. • Camera: Press J . The camera will display the message shown in the illustration when pairing is complete. • iOS device: Pairing is complete. Tap [OK] to exit to the tab.
Page 634 Pairing for the First Time • The first time you pair the iOS device with a camera after installing the SnapBridge app, you may be prompted to select auto link (auto upload and auto clock and location synchronization) options. • This prompt will not be displayed a second time.
Page 635 ❚❚ Connecting to a Paired Device Connecting to a smart device that has already been paired with the camera is quick and easy. Camera: In the setup menu, select [Connect to smart device] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] > [Bluetooth connection], then highlight [Enable] and press J .
Page 636: Connecting To Networks Using The Wt-7
Before connecting the WT-7, confirm that the firmware for the camera and WT-7 have been updated to the latest versions. • For more information, visit the Nikon website for your region ( 0 xlii). Connecting to Networks Using the WT-7...
Page 637: What The Wt-7 Can Do For You
What the WT-7 Can Do for You Using the WT-7, you can: ❚❚ Upload existing photos and movies to an ftp server or computer Not only can you copy pictures to computers (image transfer mode), you can also upload them to ftp servers (ftp upload mode).
Page 638 ❚❚ Control the camera and take pictures remotely from a web browser Using a web browser, you can control the camera from network computers and smart devices for remote control that requires no dedicated app or computer software (http server mode).
Page 639: Connecting Using The Wt-7
Connecting Using the WT-7 Connect the WT-7 using the USB cable supplied with the camera. Turn the transmitter on and select [Wireless transmitter (WT-7)] > [Wireless transmitter] > [Use] in the camera setup menu. • For information on connecting to networks using a WT-7 wireless transmitter, see the manual supplied with the WT-7.
Page 640: 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 641: Cabled Connections To Computers And Hdmi Devices
Connecting to Computers Via USB Connect the camera using the supplied USB cable. You can then use Nikon ViewNX-i software to copy pictures to the computer for viewing and editing. For information on establishing wireless connections to computers, see “Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi”...
Page 642: Installing Viewnx-I
Note that you may be unable to download pictures from the camera using earlier versions of ViewNX-i. Capture NX-D Use Nikon’s Capture NX-D software to fine-tune photos or to change settings for NEF (RAW) pictures and save them in other formats. Capture NX-D is available for download from: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/...
Page 643: Copying Pictures To A Computer Using Viewnx-I
USB cable as shown. Turn the camera on. • The Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX-i will start. • If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.
Page 644 Disconnect the USB cable when transfer is complete. Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 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. Connecting to Computers Via USB...
Page 645 If Nikon Transfer 2 does not start automatically, confirm that the camera is connected and then launch Image Capture (an application that comes with macOS) and select Nikon Transfer 2 as the application that opens when the camera is detected.
Page 646: Connecting To Hdmi Devices
Connecting to HDMI Devices The camera can be connected to TVs, recorders, and other devices featuring HDMI connectors. Use the optional HDMI cable ( 0 704) or a third-party type C HDMI cable. These items must be purchased separately. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable.
Page 647: Tvs
• After tuning the TV to the HDMI input channel, turn the camera on and press the K button to view pictures on the television screen. • Audio playback volume can be adjusted using the controls on the TV. Camera controls cannot be used. •...
Page 648: Recorders
Recorders The camera can record video directly to connected HDMI recorders. Use the [HDMI] item in the setup menu to adjust settings for HDMI output. Some recorders will start and stop recording in response to camera controls. ❚❚ Output Resolution Choose the format for images output to the HDMI device.
Page 649 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 650 (Mode M)] items in the movie shooting menu are respectively ISO 1600 and ISO 800; the maximum for both is ISO 25600 (Z 7II) or 51200 (Z 6II). Choose [On] for a live preview of video footage recorded with [N-Log] or [HDR (HLG)] selected for [N-Log/HDR...
Page 651 - movies will not be recorded to memory cards inserted in the camera, - the angle of view when shooting in DX format with the Z 7II will be reduced to about 90%. The angle of view for the Z 6II is reduced to about 90% regardless of format.
Page 652 3840 × 2160; 60p/50p Footage output to external recorders with 3840 × 2160; 60p or 3840 × 2160; 50p selected for frame size/frame rate is not output at a frame rate of 60 or 50 fps. The camera automatically selects [1080p (progressive)] for [HDMI] >...
Page 653: On-Camera Flash Photography "On-Camera" Versus "Remote
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. Camera-Mounted Flash Units Take pictures using a flash unit mounted on the camera.
Page 654: Remote Flash Photography
Remote Flash Photography Take pictures with one or more remote flash units using wireless flash control (Advanced Wireless Lighting, or AWL). For more information, see “Remote Flash Photography” ( 0 629). “On-Camera” Versus “Remote”...
Page 655: Using An On-Camera Flash
Using an On-Camera Flash Mount a flash unit on the camera accessory shoe. See the manual provided with the unit for details. Turn on the camera and flash unit. The flash will begin charging; the flash-ready indicator ( c ) will appear in the shooting display when charging is complete.
Page 656 Shutter Speed Shutter speed can be set as follows when an optional flash unit is used: Mode Shutter speed Set automatically by camera ( s– P, A Set automatically by camera ( s– s–30 s s–30 s, Bulb, Time * Shutter speed may be set as slow as 30 s if slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, or slow sync with red-eye reduction is selected for flash mode.
Page 657 System is attached and set to TTL, the camera uses monitor pre-flashes for balanced or standard “i-TTL fill-flash” flash control. i-TTL flash control is not available with flash units that do not support the Nikon Creative Lighting System. The camera supports the following types of i-TTL flash...
Page 658: Flash Control Mode
Flash Control Mode When a flash unit that supports unified flash control (an SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300) is mounted on the camera, the flash control mode, flash level, and other flash settings can be adjusted using the [Flash control] > [Flash control mode] item in the photo shooting menu.
Page 659 Option Description • Light from the flash is reflected from the subject to an auto external flash sensor and flash output adjusted automatically. • Output can be adjusted using [Auto external flash [Auto external flash] compensation]. • Auto external flash supports “auto aperture” ( q A) and “non-TTL auto”...
Page 660 Unified Flash Control Unified flash control allows the camera and flash unit to share settings. Changes to flash settings made with either the camera or flash unit are reflected on both devices, as are changes made using optional Camera Control Pro 2 software. The flash unit must support unified flash control. Flash Control Mode...
Page 661: 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 situations. In modes P and A, [Fill flash] b , P, S, A, shutter speed will automatically be...
Page 662 Available Option Description As for “fill flash”, except that shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light. [Slow sync] P, A • Note that photos may be prone (Slow sync) to blurring due to camera shake at slow shutter speeds.
Page 663 Studio Strobe Lighting Rear-curtain sync cannot be used with studio flash systems, as the correct synchronization cannot be obtained. Flash Modes...
Page 664: 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 665: 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 666 Turn the flash unit on and choose a flash control mode of monitor pre-flash q A or A. • If you are using an SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300 mounted on the camera accessory shoe, choose [TTL] or [Auto external flash] for [Flash control] > [Flash control mode].
Page 667 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. • Flash output will lock and an FV lock icon ( r ) will appear in the shooting display.
Page 668: Flash Info For On-Camera Units
Flash Info for On-Camera Units When a unit that supports unified flash control (the SB-5000, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300) is mounted on the camera accessory shoe, flash info can be viewed in the camera display. To view flash info, press the DISP button in photo mode ( 0 25). Flash Control Mode Displays ❚❚...
Page 669 ❚❚ Auto External Flash Flash control mode ( 0 616) FP indicator ( 0 404) Auto external flash compensation ( 0 616) ❚❚ Distance-Priority Manual Flash control mode ( 0 616) FP indicator ( 0 404) Distance-priority manual flash compensation ( 0 616) Distance ( 0 616) ❚❚...
Page 670 ❚❚ Repeating Flash Flash control mode ( 0 616) Output ( 0 616) Times ( 0 616) Frequency ( 0 616) Flash Info and Camera Settings The flash information display shows select camera settings, including shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity. Changing Flash Settings Flash settings can be changed by pressing the i button in the flash info display.
Page 671: Remote Flash Photography What Is 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” ( 0 611). Throughout this chapter, operations involving an accessory connected to the camera are indicated by C , operations involving remote flash units by f .
Page 672: Using Remote Flash Units
Using Remote Flash Units Remote flash units can be controlled via: • ( 0 631), radio signals • optical signals from a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe ( 0 645), • radio signals, with additional lighting provided by a shoe-mounted flash unit ( 0 644), or •...
Page 673: Radio Awl
Be sure to update the firmware for the optional WR-R10 wireless remote controller to version 3.0 or later before using radio AWL. For information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area. C : Connect the WR-R10. For more information, see the documentation provided with the WR-R10.
Page 674 C : Select [Radio AWL] for [Flash control] > [Wireless flash options] in the photo shooting menu. C : Choose a channel for the WR-R10. Set the WR-R10 channel selector to the desired channel. Radio AWL...
Page 675 C : Choose a link mode for the WR-R10. Select [Wireless remote (WR) options] > [Link mode] in the camera setup menu and choose from the following options: Option Description The camera connects only to devices with which it has previously been paired. •...
Page 676 f : Establish a wireless connection between the WR-R10 and the remote flash units. • Set the remote units to radio AWL remote mode. • Set the remote units to the channel you selected for the WR-R10 in Step 3. •...
Page 677 f : Confirm that the flash-ready lights for all flash units are lit. In radio AWL, the flash-ready indicator will light in the camera shooting or flash information display when all flash units are ready. Listing Remote Flash Units To view the flash units currently controlled using radio AWL, select [Flash control] >...
Page 678: Remote Flash Photography
Remote Flash Photography Settings are adjusted using [Flash control] > [Remote flash control] in the photo shooting menu. Choose a remote flash control mode and take pictures as described below. ❚❚ Group Flash Select this item if you want to adjust settings separately for the flash units in each group.
Page 679 C : Choose a flash control mode and flash level. • Choose a flash control mode and flash level for the flash units in each group. • The following options are available: Option Description i-TTL flash control. Auto aperture. Available only with compatible flash units.
Page 680 C / f : Compose the shot and arrange the flash units. • See the documentation provided with the flash units for more information. • Test-fire the units and confirm that they are functioning normally. To test-fire the units, press the i button in the flash info display, highlight [ c Test flash], and press J ( 0 659).
Page 681 ❚❚ Quick Wireless Control Select this item to control the relative balance between the remote flash units in groups A and B and adjust flash output for group C. Output for group C is adjusted manually. C : Select [Quick wireless control] for [Flash control] >...
Page 682 C : Adjust quick wireless control settings. • Choose the balance between groups A and B. • Adjust flash compensation for groups A and B. • Adjust settings for group C: - Select [M] to enable or [––] to disable the units in group C. - When [M] is selected, the units in group C will fire at the chosen output.
Page 683 f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A, B, or C). • The master flash can control up to 18 flash units in any combination. C / f : Compose the shot and arrange the flash units.
Page 684 ❚❚ Remote Repeating The flash units fire repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a multiple-exposure effect. C : Select [Remote repeating] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control]. C : Highlight [Remote repeating options] in the [Flash control] display and press 2 . C : Adjust remote repeating options.
Page 685 f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A–F) for each of the remote flash units. • The master flash can control up to 18 flash units in any combination. C / f : Compose the shot and arrange the flash units.
Page 686: Adding A Shoe-Mounted Flash Unit
Adding a Shoe-Mounted Flash Unit Radio-controlled flash units ( 0 631) can be combined with any of the following flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe: • SB-5000: Before attaching the flash unit, set it to radio-controlled master flash mode (a d icon will appear at the top left corner of the display) and choose group or remote-repeating flash control.
Page 687: Optical Awl
Optical AWL 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” ( 0 693).
Page 688: Using Optical Awl With The Sb-5000 Or Sb-500
Using Optical AWL with the SB-5000 or SB-500 Mount the flash unit on the camera accessory shoe. Select [Optical AWL] for [Flash control] > [Wireless flash options] in the photo shooting menu and choose a remote flash control mode (the SB-500 supports only [Group flash]).
Page 689 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 690 f : Choose a channel for the remote flash units. Set the remote flash units to the channel selected for [Channel] in Step 3. f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A, B, or C). • If you are using an SB-500 as the master flash, choose from groups A and B.
Page 691 ❚❚ Quick Wireless Control (SB-5000 Only) Select this item to control the relative balance between the remote flash units in groups A and B and adjust flash output for group C. Output for group C is adjusted manually. C : Select [Quick wireless control] for [Flash control] >...
Page 692 C : Adjust quick wireless control settings. • Choose the balance between groups A and B. • Adjust flash compensation for groups A and B. • Adjust settings for group C: - Select [M] to enable or [––] to disable the units in group C. - When [M] is selected, the units in group C will fire at the chosen output.
Page 693 f : Choose a channel for the remote flash units. Set the remote flash units to the channel selected for [Channel] in Step 3. f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A, B, or C). • There is no limit on the number of remote flash units that may be used.
Page 694 ❚❚ Remote Repeating (SB-5000 Only) The flash units fire repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a multiple-exposure effect. C : Select [Remote repeating] for [Flash control] > [Remote flash control]. C : Highlight [Remote repeating options] in the [Flash control] display and press 2 .
Page 695 C : Adjust remote repeating options. • Adjust “output”, “times”, and “frequency”. • Enable or disable selected groups. - Select [ON] to enable the selected group, [––] to disable the selected group. • Choose the channel. - For [Channel], choose the channel (1–4) the master flash will use for optical remote flash control.
Page 696 f : Choose a channel for the remote flash units. Set the remote flash units to the channel selected for [Channel] in Step 3. f : Group the remote flash units. • Choose a group (A, B, or C). • There is no limit on the number of remote flash units that may be used.
Page 697 Optical AWL • Position the sensor windows on the remote flash units to pick up the light from the master flash. Particular care is required if the master flash is mounted on a hand-held camera. • Be sure that direct light or strong reflections from the remote flash units do not enter the camera lens (in [TTL] mode) or the photocells on the remote flash units ([ q A] mode).
Page 698: Optical/Radio Awl
Optical/Radio AWL For simultaneous optical and radio AWL, attach a WR-R10 and mount an SU-800 or a master flash that supports optical flash control (the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, or SB-500) on the accessory shoe. • Establish connections between the WR-R10 and all radio- controlled flash units ( 0 631).
Page 699: Flash Info For Remote Units
Flash Info for Remote Units The camera can display flash info for a SB-5000 or SB-500 flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe and configured as a master flash for optical AWL, as well as for remote flash units controlled via radio AWL using a WR-R10.
Page 700 ❚❚ Quick Wireless Control Flash-ready indicator Remote flash control ( 0 294) FP indicator ( 0 404) ( 0 631, 649) Channel ( 0 480) Link mode Group C flash control mode and flash level (output; 0 639, 649) Flash compensation ( 0 639, 649) A:B ratio ( 0 639, 649) Remote flash control mode...
Page 701 1 Displayed in radio AWL when all flash units are ready. 2 Optical AWL is indicated by Y , radio AWL by Z , joint optical and radio AWL by both icons together. Optical AWL channel for joint optical and radio AWL is displayed only when SB-500 is used as master flash.
Page 702: 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 703 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 704: 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.
Page 705: Shooting
The display in the control panel, viewfinder, or monitor turns off ● without warning: Choose longer delays for Custom Setting c3 [Power off delay]. The control panel is unresponsive and dim: ● Control panel response times and brightness vary with temperature. Shooting The camera takes time to turn on: ●...
Page 706 Photos are out of focus: ● • Is the camera in manual focus mode? To enable autofocus, select AF-S, AF-C, or AF-F for focus mode. • Autofocus does not perform well under the following conditions. In these cases, use manual focus or focus lock. Autofocus does not perform well if: there is little or no contrast between the subject and the background, the focus point contains objects at different distances from the camera, the subject is dominated by regular...
Page 707 Focus does not lock when the shutter-release button is pressed ● halfway: When AF-C is selected for focus mode, focus can be locked by pressing the center of the sub-selector. Focus-point selection is not available: ● Focus-point selection is not available when [Auto-area AF], [Auto- area AF (people)], or [Auto-area AF (animals)] is selected for AF-area mode.
Page 708 Smudges appear in photographs: ● • Are there smudges on the front or rear (mount-side) lens elements? • Is there foreign matter on the image sensor? Perform image sensor cleaning. Bokeh is irregular: ● With fast shutter speeds and/or fast lenses, you may notice irregularities in how bokeh is shaped.
Page 709 Image artifacts appear in the display during shooting: ● • To reduce noise, adjust settings such as ISO sensitivity, shutter speed, or Active D-Lighting. • At high ISO sensitivities, noise may become more noticeable in long exposures or in pictures recorded when the camera temperature is elevated.
Page 710 The effects of [Set Picture Control] differ from image to image: ● [Auto] is selected for [Set Picture Control] or as the basis for a custom Picture Control created using [Manage Picture Control], or [A] (auto) is selected for [Quick sharp], [Contrast], or [Saturation]. For consistent results over a series of photographs, choose a setting other than [A] (auto).
Page 711: Playback
Playback NEF (RAW) pictures are not visible during playback: ● The camera displays only the JPEG copies of pictures taken with [NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine m ], [NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine], [NEF (RAW) + JPEG normal m ], [NEF (RAW) + JPEG normal], [NEF (RAW) + JPEG basic m ], or [NEF (RAW) + JPEG basic] selected for [Image quality].
Page 712 The effects of [Set Picture Control], [Active D-Lighting], or ● [Vignette control] are not visible: In the case of NEF (RAW) images, the effects can only be viewed using Nikon software. View NEF (RAW) images using Capture NX-D or ViewNX-i. Pictures cannot be copied to a computer: ●...
Page 713: 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] > [Pairing (Bluetooth)] > [Bluetooth connection].
Page 714: 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 715: Alerts And Error Messages
Alerts and Error Messages This section lists the alerts and error messages that appear in the control panel and camera display. Alerts The following alerts appear in the control panel and camera display: Alert Problem Solution Camera Control display panel Low battery.
Page 716 Alert Problem Solution Camera Control display panel • Lower ISO sensitivity. • Shooting mode P: Use third-party ND (neutral density) filter (filter can also be used if alert is still Subject too bright; displayed after following limits of camera settings are adjusted in exposure metering mode S or A).
Page 717 • Insert new memory card. Press shutter-release button again. If error persists or Camera appears frequently, consult (flashes) malfunction. Nikon-authorized service representative. The memory card is Card Slide the lock switch to the write-protected “write” position ( 0 49). (flashes) (“locked”).
Page 718: Error Messages
— Recharge exhausted. • Charge battery. battery. • This battery Battery cannot be used. cannot be used. Contact Nikon- It does not authorized service Battery info not communicate representative. — available. properly with • Battery level is this camera. To extremely low;...
Page 719 • If error persists after card has been Error accessing repeatedly ejected and memory card. reinserted, card may be damaged. Contact retailer or Nikon- authorized service Cannot access representative. Card, this memory • Delete pictures from card. Insert...
Page 720 Mount adapter adapter firmware. For version not — firmware out of more information, visit supported. date. the Nikon website for Upgrade FTZ your country or region. firmware. Use card that supports Memory card required write speed or Recording does not support change option selected interrupted.
Page 721 Messages Problem Solution Camera Control display panel Folder contains Insert memory card that no images. contains pictures. Folder contains Use [Playback folder] — No pictures in no images. item in playback menu to folder selected select folder that contains for playback. pictures.
Page 722: Technical Notes
Information on the F mount lenses that can be used with Z mount cameras and on any restrictions that may apply can be found in Compatible F Mount Lenses, available from the Nikon Download Center: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Compatible Lenses and Accessories...
Page 723: The Camera Display And Control Panel
The Camera Display and Control Panel For illustrative purposes, the displays are shown with all indicators lit. The Monitor ❚❚ Photo Mode 10 11 14 15 36 35 Shooting mode ( 0 106) Interval timer indicator ( 0 326) Flexible program indicator t icon ( 0 55) ( 0 107) “No memory card”...
Page 724 Release mode ( 0 125, 160) Number of shots in exposure and flash bracketing sequence Focus point ( 0 56, 77) ( 0 298) Focus mode ( 0 74) Number of shots in WB AF-area mode ( 0 77) bracketing sequence ( 0 303) Active D-Lighting ( 0 283) Number of shots in ADL Picture Control ( 0 139)
Page 725 ISO sensitivity ( 0 118) Metering ( 0 157) ISO sensitivity indicator Autoexposure (AE) lock ( 0 118) ( 0 133) Battery indicator ( 0 44, 727) Auto ISO sensitivity indicator ( 0 120) USB power delivery ( 0 492) Exposure compensation Flicker detection ( 0 289) indicator ( 0 122)
Page 726 The Information Display Shooting mode ( 0 106) Exposure indicator Exposure ( 0 110) Flexible program indicator Exposure compensation ( 0 107) ( 0 122) User setting mode ( 0 115) Auto bracketing ( 0 297) Shutter speed lock icon Flash sync indicator ( 0 404) ( 0 429) Shutter speed ( 0 108, 109)
Page 727 Flash compensation indicator “k” (appears when memory ( 0 622) remains for over 1000 exposures; 0 47) Exposure compensation indicator ( 0 122) Number of exposures remaining ( 0 47, 773) Exposure compensation value i icon ( 0 136) ( 0 122) Exposure and flash bracketing ISO sensitivity ( 0 118) indicator ( 0 298)
Page 728 9 10 Wi-Fi connection ( 0 158) Bluetooth connection indicator ( 0 483) Release mode ( 0 125, 160) Airplane mode ( 0 482) AF-area mode ( 0 77) Wi-Fi connection indicator Focus mode ( 0 74) ( 0 158) Vibration reduction indicator Long exposure noise ( 0 161)
Page 729 ❚❚ Movie Mode Recording indicator ( 0 63) Headphone volume ( 0 374) “No movie” indicator ( 0 65) Release mode (still External recording control photography; 0 130) ( 0 606) Sound level ( 0 174) Destination ( 0 177) Microphone sensitivity Frame size and rate/image ( 0 174)
Page 730: The Viewfinder
The Viewfinder ❚❚ Photo Mode 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 32 30 33 31 Battery indicator ( 0 44, 727) Release mode ( 0 125, 160) USB power delivery ( 0 492) Focus mode ( 0 74) AF-area mode ( 0 77) Live view preview indicator ( 0 402)
Page 731 Image area ( 0 260) Flash-ready indicator ( 0 613) Bluetooth connection “k” (appears when memory indicator ( 0 483) remains for over 1000 Airplane mode ( 0 482) exposures; 0 47) Wi-Fi connection indicator Number of exposures ( 0 158) remaining ( 0 47, 773) Focus point ( 0 56, 77) ISO sensitivity ( 0 118)
Page 732 Focus indicator ( 0 91) Exposure delay mode ( 0 397) Shutter type ( 0 398) Silent photography ( 0 100) Shooting mode ( 0 106) Flexible program indicator ( 0 107) Flicker detection ( 0 289) Shutter speed lock icon ( 0 429) AF-area brackets ( 0 77) Temperature warning...
Page 733 ❚❚ Movie Mode Sound level ( 0 174) Frame size and rate/image quality ( 0 168) Microphone sensitivity Image area ( 0 175) ( 0 174) File name ( 0 364) Frequency response ( 0 373) Wind noise reduction ( 0 374) External recording control ( 0 606) Headphone volume ( 0 374)
Page 734: The Control Panel
The Control Panel Shutter speed lock icon “k” (appears when memory ( 0 429) remains for over 1000 Shutter speed ( 0 108, 109) exposures; 0 47) Number of exposures Exposure compensation remaining ( 0 47, 773) indicator ( 0 122) Release mode ( 0 125, 160) Exposure compensation value ISO sensitivity ( 0 118)
Page 735: 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...
Page 736 Flash unit Supported features 4 — 4 4 — — — Remote flash control 4 — 4 i-TTL i-TTL — — — — Quick 4 — — 4 [A : B] wireless flash — — — — control Auto aperture 4 —...
Page 737 Flash unit Supported features Radio-controlled Advanced — — — — — — — — Wireless Lighting Color Information 4 4 4 — — 4 4 Communication (flash) Color Information — — 4 — — — — — — Communication (LED light) 4 4 4 4 4 —...
Page 738 Available only in i-TTL flash control mode or when the flash is configured to emit monitor preflashes in q A or A flash control mode. Firmware updates for the SB-910 and SB-900 can be performed from the camera. ❚❚ The SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander When mounted on a CLS-compatible camera, the SU-800 can be used as a commander for SB-5000, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-500, or SB-R200 flash units.
Page 739 Other Flash Units The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto (A) and manual modes. The options available do not vary with the lens used. Flash unit SB-30 SB-80DX SB-50DX SB-27 SB-28DX SB-23 SB-22S Supported features SB-28 SB-29 SB-22 SB-26 SB-21B...
Page 740 • i-TTL flash control can be used at ISO sensitivities between 64 and 12800 (Z 7II) or between 100 and 12800 (Z 6II). • At ISO sensitivities over 12800, the desired results may not be achieved at some ranges or aperture settings.
Page 741 • In mode P, the maximum aperture (minimum f-number) is limited according to ISO sensitivity, as shown below: Maximum aperture (f-number) at ISO equivalent of: 1600 3200 6400 12800 * 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.
Page 742 Modeling Illumination • Pressing the control to which [Preview] has been assigned using Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls] causes CLS-compatible flash units to emit a modeling flash. • This feature can be used with Advanced Wireless Lighting to preview the total lighting effect achieved with multiple flash units. •...
Page 743: Other Compatible Accessories
Other Compatible Accessories A variety of accessories are available for your Nikon camera. Compatible Accessories • Availability may vary with country or region. • See our website or brochures for the latest information. Power Sources ● • EN-EL15c Rechargeable Li-ion Battery: EN-EL15c batteries can be used with Nikon Z 7II/Z 6II digital cameras.
Page 744 • MB-N11 Power Battery Pack/MB-N10 Battery Pack: Battery packs for Nikon mirrorless cameras. Attached to the camera, both allow the use of up to two EN-EL15c rechargeable Li-ion batteries as a power source. - The MB-N11 is equipped with a shutter-release button, main and sub- command dials, a multi selector, and Fn and AF-ON buttons for use when the camera is rotated to take pictures in portrait (“tall”)
Page 745 • EP-5B Power Connector, EH-5d/EH-5c/EH-5b AC Adapter: Use AC adapters to power the camera for extended periods. - The EP-5B is needed to connect the EH-5d/EH-5c/EH-5b to the camera. See “Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter” ( 0 733) for details. Filters ●...
Page 746 HDMI Cables ● HC-E1 HDMI Cable: An HDMI cable with a type C connector for connection to the camera and a type A connector for connection to HDMI devices. Hot Shoe Adapters ● AS-15 Sync Terminal Adapter: Mount the AS-15 on the camera hot shoe to connect studio strobe lights or other flash equipment via a sync terminal.
Page 747 * Update to the latest version of the mount adapter firmware if so prompted after attaching the adapter. Information on performing firmware updates is available via the Nikon website for your country or region. Other Compatible Accessories...
Page 748 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 movie recording when focus is achieved using autofocus.
Page 749 (WR-R10 firmware version 3.0 or later and WR-1 firmware version 1.0.1 or later). For information on firmware updates, see the Nikon website for your area. Consult a Nikon-authorized service representative when updating the firmware for the WR-R10 from versions prior to version 2.0 to version 3.0 or later.
Page 750 The HDMI/USB Cable Clip To prevent accidental disconnection, attach the supplied clip to USB cables or optional HDMI cables as shown (note that the clip may not fit all third-party HDMI cables). • The illustrations show the USB cable. Pass HDMI cables through the other channel.
Page 751 USB cable HDMI cable and USB cable used simultaneously Attaching and Removing the Accessory Shoe Cover The cover slides into the shoe as shown. To remove the cover, hold the camera firmly, press the cover down with a thumb and slide it in the direction shown.
Page 752: Optional Mb-N11 Power Battery Packs
Optional MB-N11 Power Battery Packs ❚❚ Parts of the MB-N11: Names and Functions The name and function of each part of the MB-N11 are listed below. Protects the MB-N11’s power/signal 1 Contact cap contacts. 2 Signal contacts — 3 Power contacts —...
Page 753 14 15 16 17 Charging connector Used when connecting an optional EH-7P cover charging AC adapter. 10 Charging connector 11 LED lamp (×2) Light while batteries are charging. 12 Mounting screw Used when attaching the MB-N11 to the camera. 13 Attachment wheel Battery-holder Where the battery holder is inserted.
Page 754 Battery-chamber Holds the camera battery-chamber cover cover holder while it is removed from the camera. Sub-command dial Performs the same role as the matching for vertical shooting control on the camera. Locks the controls on the MB-N11 to prevent accidental operation. •...
Page 755 Holds one EN-EL15c rechargeable Li-ion 23 Battery Chamber A battery. Battery power See “Inserting Batteries in the MB-N11” ( 0 716). terminals (×2) Holds one EN-EL15c rechargeable Li-ion 25 Battery Chamber B battery. Battery holder See “Inserting Batteries in the MB-N11” ( 0 716) power terminals Locks the battery in Chamber A in place...
Page 756 ❚❚ Attaching the MB-N11 Before attaching the MB-N11, turn the camera off. To prevent unintended operation while attachment is in progress, leave the control lock on the MB-N11 in the L (locked) position until the process is complete. Remove the contact cap from the battery pack. Keep the contact cap in a safe place.
Page 757 Attach the MB-N11 to the camera. Rotate the attachment wheel in the direction shown by the F LOCK arrow to secure the battery pack in place. Removing the MB-N11 To remove the MB-N11, turn the camera off, then loosen the attachment wheel by turning it in the direction opposite to that shown by the arrow.
Page 758 ❚❚ Inserting Batteries in the MB-N11 The MB-N11 can be used with up to two ENEL15c rechargeable Li-ion batteries. Before inserting the batteries, turn the camera off. To prevent unintended operation while the batteries are being exchanged, you will also need to leave the control lock on the MB-N11 in the L (locked) position until the exchange is complete.
Page 759 Insert the batteries in the battery holder. Insert the batteries as shown. The battery latch will click into place when the battery in Chamber A is fully inserted. Insert the battery holder terminals-first. Using the bottom of the battery holder to depress the battery-holder latch, slide the battery holder into the chamber terminals-first.
Page 760 Close the holder-chamber cover and latch it by pressing and sliding it in the direction shown. Removing the Batteries Remove the holder and then remove the batteries as shown. Other Compatible Accessories...
Page 761 Exchanging the Battery in Chamber A • The battery in Chamber A can be exchanged without removing the battery holder. Slide the battery into the chamber, stopping when the latch clicks into place. • The battery can be removed by pressing the latch as shown and sliding the battery from the holder.
Page 762 Exchanging Batteries While Shooting When two batteries are inserted, you can replace the battery in Chamber A without turning the camera off. You may find this useful when using the camera continuously for extended periods. Be careful not to press the battery-holder latch or remove the battery holder while exchanging batteries.
Page 763 ❚❚ Charging Batteries Using a Charging AC Adapter Optional EH-7P charging AC adapters can be used to charge batteries inserted in the MB-N11. Connect an EH-7P charging AC adapter to the charging connector on the MB-N11. • Turn the camera off. The batteries will not charge while the camera is on.
Page 764 Plug the charging AC adapter into a household power outlet. • The batteries charge while the camera is off. • The LED lamp for the battery that is currently charging will light while charging is in progress. The LED lamp turns off when charging is complete.
Page 765 Charging Batteries • The EH-7P will not charge the batteries if connected to the camera USB port while the MB-N11 is attached. Connect the EH-7P to the charging connector on the MB-N11. • The EH-7P can be used to charge EN-EL15c and EN-EL15b batteries only. EN-EL15a and EN-EL15 batteries cannot be charged using the EH-7P.
Page 766 ❚❚ Using a Charging AC Adapter as a Power Source Optional EH-7P charging AC adapters can power the camera while connected to the MB-N11’s charging connector. Power Supply • The charging AC adapter will supply power to the camera only if a battery is inserted in one or both of Chambers A and B.
Page 767 Plug in the charging AC adapter into a household power outlet. The shape of the EH-7P varies with the country or region of sale. To begin the supply of power to the camera, turn the camera on and select [Enable] for [USB power delivery] in the setup menu.
Page 768 Using an Optional AC Adapter and Power Connector The optional EH-5d AC adapter and EP-5B power connector provide a steady supply of power when the camera must be left on for extended periods. When using the adapter with the MB-N11, insert the EP-5B in Chamber A before connecting it to the EH-5d.
Page 769 ❚❚ Checking the Level of the Batteries in the MB-N11 When the MB-N11 is connected, the level of the battery currently providing power to the camera is shown in the shooting display and control panel while the camera is on ( 0 44). •...
Page 770 ❚❚ Precautions for Use Observe the following precautions when using the MB-N11. • Touching the power/signal contacts with metal objects could cause a short-circuit; replace the contact cap before storing or transporting the battery pack. • The camera memory card access lamp may light when the MB-N11 is attached to or removed from the camera.
Page 771 Chamber A. • If the camera displays the message [Error. Press shutter-release button to reset.], press the shutter-release button. If the problem persists or recurs frequently, consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. Other Compatible Accessories...
Page 772 ❚❚ If the Holder-Chamber Cover Detaches In order to protect the holder-chamber cover from damage, it may detach if force is applied while it is open. The holder- chamber cover can be re-attached as shown. • Before re-attaching the holder-chamber cover, slide the cover so that the hinge is visible.
Page 773 Approx. 455 g/1 lb 0.1 oz (with two EN-EL15c Weight batteries) • Approx. 295 g/10.5 oz (without batteries) * Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications, and performance of the product described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Other Compatible Accessories...
Page 774 Low Ambient Temperatures The camera may not function at low temperatures (approximately 10 °C/ 50 °F or below) when powered by partially-charged batteries. In cold weather, charge one set of batteries before use and keep another in a warm place, ready to be exchanged as necessary. Once warmed, cold batteries may recover some of their charge.
Page 775: Attaching A Power Connector And Ac Adapter
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. Open the battery- chamber ( ) and power connector ( covers. Insert the EP-5B power connector. • Be sure to insert the connector in the correct orientation.
Page 776 Close the battery- chamber cover. Position the power connector cable so that it passes through the power connector slot and close the battery-chamber cover. Connect the EH-5d/EH-5c/EH-5b AC adapter to the EP-5B power connector. • Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on the AC adapter ( •...
Page 777: Software
(RAW) formats or convert them to JPEG or TIFF (NEF/RAW processing). Capture NX-D can be used not only with NEF/NRW (RAW) pictures but also with JPEG and TIFF photos shot with Nikon digital cameras for such tasks as editing tone curves and enhancing brightness and contrast.
Page 778 ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D for seamlessly integrated viewing and editing of photos and videos shot with Nikon digital cameras. NX Studio can be used to fine-tune files in Nikon’s unique NEF/ NRW (RAW) format and convert them to JPEG or TIFF (NEF/RAW processing).
Page 779: 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 780: Cleaning
Cleaning The procedure varies with the part that requires cleaning. The procedures are detailed below. • Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. ❚❚ Camera Body Use a blower to remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 781: Image Sensor Cleaning
The image sensor can be cleaned at any time from the menus, or cleaning can be performed automatically when the camera is turned off. If image sensor cleaning fails to resolve the problem, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative. ❚❚ Using the Menus •...
Page 782 ❚❚ Cleaning the Image Sensor at Shutdown Option Description The image sensor is automatically cleaned [Clean at during shutdown each time the camera is shutdown] turned off. [Cleaning off] Automatic image sensor cleaning off. Select [Automatic cleaning] for [Clean image sensor]. Pressing 2 when [Automatic cleaning] is highlighted displays [Automatic cleaning] options.
Page 783: 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.
Page 784 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 785: 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 786 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 787 The Lens Contacts ● Keep the lens contacts clean. Avoid touching them with your fingers. 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 788 Monitor/Viewfinder ● • The monitors (including viewfinder) are constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective. Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction.
Page 789: Battery Care
Battery Care Precautions for Use ● • If improperly handled, batteries may rupture or leak, causing the product to corrode. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries: - Turn the product off before replacing the battery. - Batteries may be hot after extended use. - Keep the battery terminals clean.
Page 790 • Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F). Failure to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance. Charge the battery indoors at ambient temperatures of 5 °C–35 °C (41 °F–95 °F). The battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F).
Page 791 Have Fully-Charged Spare Batteries Ready on Cold Days ● Partially-charged batteries may not function on cold days. In cold weather, charge one battery before use and keep another in a warm place, ready to be exchanged as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
Page 792: Using The Charger
Using the Charger • Do not move the charger or touch the battery during charging; failure to observe this precaution could in very rare instances result in the charger showing that charging is complete when the battery is only partially charged. Remove and reinsert the battery to begin charging again.
Page 793: Specifications
• Z 7II: 45.7 million Effective pixels • Z 6II: 24.5 million Image sensor Type 35.9 × 23.9 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon FX format) • Z 7II: 46.89 million Total pixels • Z 6II: 25.28 million Dust-reduction Image sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data...
Page 794 Storage Z 7II • [FX (36 × 24)] selected for image area: - 8256 × 5504 (Large: 45.4 M) - 6192 × 4128 (Medium: 25.6 M) - 4128 × 2752 (Small: 11.4 M) • [DX (24 × 16)] selected for image area: - 5408 ×...
Page 795 Storage Z 6II • [FX (36 × 24)] selected for image area: - 6048 × 4024 (Large: 24.3 M) - 4528 × 3016 (Medium: 13.7 M) - 3024 × 2016 (Small: 6.1 M) • [DX (24 × 16)] selected for image area: - 3936 ×...
Page 796 Storage Auto, Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape, Flat, Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Picture Control Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, System Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon); selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture Controls CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (Secure Digital), and Media...
Page 797 Continuous H: Approx. 5.5 fps (14-bit NEF/RAW: Approx. 5 fps) • Continuous H (extended): Approx. 10 fps (14-bit NEF/RAW: Approx. 9 fps) Approximate frame advance Z 6II rate • Continuous L: Approx. 1 – 5 fps • Continuous H: Approx. 5.5 fps •...
Page 798 ISO 25600; auto ISO sensitivity control available (Recommended Exposure • Z 6II: ISO 100–51200 (choose from step sizes of Index) EV); can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx.
Page 799 Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist • Z 7II: −3 – +19 EV (with low-light AF: −4 – +19 EV) • Z 6II: −4.5 – +19 EV (with low-light AF: Detection −6 – +19 EV) range * Measured in photo mode at ISO 100 and a temperature of 20 °C/68 °F using single-servo AF...
Page 800 ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and Accessory shoe safety lock i-TTL flash control, radio-controlled Advanced Nikon Creative Wireless Lighting, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, Lighting modeling illumination, FV lock, Color Information System (CLS) Communication, auto FP high-speed sync, unified...
Page 801 Bracketing Bracketing Exposure and/or flash, white balance, and ADL Movie Metering TTL metering using camera image sensor system Metering mode Matrix, center-weighted, or highlight-weighted • 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD): 60p (progressive)/50p/30p/ 25p/24p • 1920 × 1080: 120p/100p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p Frame size (pixels) and •...
Page 802 ISO sensitivity • b : Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 64–25600) (Recommended Exposure Z 6II Index) • M: Manual selection (ISO 100–51200; choose from step sizes of EV); with additional options available equivalent to approximately 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, or 2 EV (ISO 204800 equivalent) above ISO 51200;...
Page 803 Playback Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images) playback with playback zoom, playback zoom cropping, movie Playback playback, photo and/or movie slide shows, histogram display, highlights, photo information, location data display, auto image rotation, and picture rating Interface Type C USB connector (SuperSpeed USB); connection to built-in USB port is recommended HDMI output Type C HDMI connector...
Page 804 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth • Standards: - IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Africa, Asia, Bolivia, and Oceania) - IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac (Europe, U.S.A., Canada, Mexico) - IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a (other countries in the Americas) • Operating frequency: - 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11; Africa, Asia, Bolivia, and Oceania) - 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5825 MHz (U.S.A., Canada, Mexico) Wi-Fi - 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5805 MHz...
Page 805 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: –0.3 dBm - Bluetooth Low Energy: –1.8 dBm Approximately 10 m (32 ft) Range (line of * Without interference.
Page 806 Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
Page 807 ❚❚ MH-25a Battery Charger Rated input AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.23–0.12 A Rated output DC 8.4 V/1.2 A Supported EN-EL15c/EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 Rechargeable batteries Li-ion Battery Approx. 2 hours 35 minutes * Time required to charge battery at an ambient Charging time temperature of 25 °C (77 °F) when no charge remains...
Page 808 ❚❚ EH-7P Charging AC Adapter (Available Separately) Rated input AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, MAX 0.5 A Rated output DC 5.0 V/3.0 A, 15.0 W Supported Nikon EN-EL15c/EN-EL15b rechargeable Li-ion batteries batteries Operating 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F) temperature Average active 81.80%...
Page 809 Notice for Customers in Europe Distributor (Importer for EU Countries) Nikon Europe B.V. Tripolis 100, Burgerweeshuispad 101, 1076 ER Amsterdam, The Netherlands +31-20-7099-000 Commercial registration number: 34036589 ❚❚ EN-EL15c Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity 7.0 V/2280 mAh Operating 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F)
Page 810 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 811 Supported Standards • DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • Exif version 2.31: The camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.31, a standard introduced with the goal of improving the interoperability of printers and digital cameras, making it easier to produce high-quality prints.
Page 812: Approved Memory Cards
Approved Memory Cards • The camera can be used with CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards. • UHS-I and UHS-II SD cards are supported. • CFexpress or XQD cards with a maximum data transfer rate of at least 45 MB/s (300×), or UHS Speed Class 3 or better SD cards, are recommended for movie recording and playback.
Page 813: Portable Chargers (Power Banks)
Anker Approx. 3 26800 PD 45W Z 6II: approx. 1840 1 Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standard. [Viewfinder only] selected for monitor mode. Measured at 23 °C/ 73.4 °F (±2 °C/3.6 °F) with a NIKKOR Z 24–70mm f/4 S lens and a SONY CEB-G128 memory card under the following test conditions: one photograph taken at default settings once every 30 s.
Page 814 • The only batteries that can be charged from portable chargers are the EN-EL15c and EN-EL15b. • See the documentation provided with the portable charger for information on use. • Use a USB cable with two Type C connectors supplied with the portable charger when employing the device to power the camera or charge the camera battery.
Page 815: Memory Card Capacity
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows buffer capacity and the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 128 GB card at different image qualities and sizes when [FX (36 × 24)] is selected for [Choose image area]. Actual capacity varies with shooting conditions and the type of card.
Page 816 Number of Buffer Image quality Image size File size exposures 2, 3 capacity remaining NEF (RAW), Approx. Uncompressed, Large 1600 frames 56 frames 66.3 MB 12-bit NEF (RAW), Approx. Uncompressed, Large 1400 frames 48 frames 76.8 MB 14-bit Approx. Large 4000 frames 113 frames 15.7 MB...
Page 817 Z 6II: Number of Buffer Image quality Image size File size exposures 2, 3 capacity remaining Approx. Large 3000 frames 124 frames 20.6 MB NEF (RAW), Lossless Approx. Medium 4000 frames 124 frames compressed, 15.2 MB 12-bit Approx. Small 5400 frames 131 frames 11.7 MB...
Page 818 Number of Buffer Image quality Image size File size exposures 2, 3 capacity remaining Approx. Large 7300 frames 9.3 MB Approx. JPEG fine Medium 12,100 frames 6.4 MB Approx. Small 22,600 frames 3.9 MB Approx. Large 14,300 frames 6.3 MB Approx.
Page 819: Battery Endurance
[Viewfinder only] selected for monitor mode with - [Enable] selected for [Energy saving (photo mode)] in the setup menu: Approx. 380 shots (Z 7II), 400 shots (Z 6II) - [Disable] selected for [Energy saving (photo mode)] in the setup menu: Approx. 360 shots (Z 7II), 340 shots (Z 6II) •...
Page 820 Actions such as the following can reduce battery endurance: • Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway • Repeated autofocus operations • Taking NEF (RAW) photographs • Slow shutter speeds • Using camera Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) and Bluetooth features • Using the camera with optional accessories connected •...
Page 821 To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL15c batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance. • Use batteries immediately after charging. Batteries will lose their charge if left unused. 1 EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 batteries can also be used. Note, however, that fewer pictures can be taken on a single charge than with the EN-EL15c.
Page 822: Af-Assist Illumination
NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S for autofocus at distances under 2.0 m NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S (6 ft 7 in.) • For the latest information concerning limitations on AF-assist illumination, visit the Nikon Download Center: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ AF-Assist Illumination...
Page 823: Trademarks And Licenses
Trademarks and Licenses • CFexpress is a trademark of the CompactFlash Association in the United States and other countries. • NVM Express is a trademark of NVM Express Inc. in the United States and other countries. • XQD is a trademark of Sony Corporation. •...
Page 824 Wi-Fi Alliance. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been...
Page 825 Unicode® Character Database License (Unicode® Character Database) The software for this product uses the Unicode® Character Database License open-source software. The terms of the software license are as follows: COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE Copyright © 1991-2020 Unicode, Inc. All rights reserved. Distributed under the Terms of Use in https://www.unicode.org/copyright.html.
Page 826 O LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER MPEG LA, L.L.C. S DDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM https://www.mpegla.com BSD License (NVM Express Driver) The license for the open-source software included in the camera’s NVM Express driver is as follows: https://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/LicenseNVMe.pdf Trademarks and Licenses...
Page 827: Notices
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 828 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 829 Notices for Customers in Europe ● CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: •...
Page 830: Bluetooth And Wi-Fi (Wireless Lan)
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. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)
Page 831 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 Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)
Page 832 FCC/ISED RF Exposure Statement The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is 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.
Page 833 Radio Equipment Directive Hereby, Nikon Corporation declares that the radio equipment types Z 7II and Z 6II are in compliance with Directive 2014/53/ The full texts of the EU declarations of conformity are available at the following internet addresses: Z 7II: https://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_N1932.pdf...
Page 834 Notice for Customers in Singapore ● Trade Name: Trade Name: Model: Z 7II Model: Z 6II This device complies with radio-frequency regulations. The content of certification labels not affixed to the device is given below. Complies with IMDA Standards DA103423 Notice for Customers in Thailand ●...
Page 835 Certificates Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)
Page 836: Kit Lens Manuals
Kit Lens Manuals Kit Lens Manuals Documentation for the lenses supplied with lens kits is available from the Nikon Download Center. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Kit Lens Manuals...
Page 837: Index
Index Symbols i button 33, 136 ..........K button ............O button ............. b (Auto) 56, 63 ............ S button ........... P (Programmed auto) ......E (Exposure compensation) button S (Shutter-priority auto) ...... A (Aperture-priority auto) ....c (Release mode) button ....
Page 838 Airplane mode Center-weighted area ..............All images Center-weighted metering ..............Animal-detection AF Charger ....................Aperture 108, 109 Charging AC adapter ................Apply settings to live view Choose color temperature (White ..... Assign MB-N11 buttons 437, 451 balance) ..
Page 839 Detaching lenses Flash (White balance) ..............Diffraction compensation 288, 369 Flash bracketing ........... Diopter adjustment control Flash compensation 295, 622 ........ Direct connection to PC Flash control ..............Direct sunlight (White balance) Flash control mode ........
Page 840 Headphone volume Low-light AF ................Hi (ISO) .............. High ISO NR 286, 368 ........High sensitivity (Hi) ....... MAC address ..........Highlight display ........Main command dial ........ Highlights ............Manage Picture Control 278, 367 ..Highlight-weighted metering ..Manual (Shooting mode) ....
Page 841 Network settings 486, 544, 550 ....Neutral .............. Non-CPU lens data ......... Quick crop ............Quick sharp (Set Picture Control)143 OK button 427, 448 ........... Overflow (Secondary slot function) Rating 102, 247 ............. Rear-curtain sync 156, 620 ......Overview ............Recent settings ..........
Page 842 Selected images Time zone and date 52, 456 ............Selecting pictures for upload Timecode .............. Self-timer 126, 131, 394 Time-lapse movie ..............Send while off Toning (Set Picture Control) ............Set Picture Control 139, 275 Touch controls .....
Page 843 Wireless transmitter (WT-7)490, 594, Wireless Transmitter Utility ..... WR-R10 479, 631 ..........WT-7 490, 594, 706 ..........Zoom ..............Index...
Page 844: Changes Made Via Firmware Updates
Camera firmware can be updated either from a computer or from a smartphone or tablet (smart device). • From a computer: You can check whether new firmware is available with a visit to the Nikon Download Center. For more information, see the firmware download page. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ •...
Page 845: Features Available With "C" Firmware Version 1.30
Version 1.30 The new features available with camera “C” firmware version 1.30 are described below. Voice Memos (Z 6II Only) A [Voice memo] option has been added to the roles that can be assigned to the [Movie record button] via Custom Setting f2 [Custom controls].
Page 846 Press and hold the movie- record button. • Recording will continue while the button is pressed. • A b icon is displayed during recording. Release the movie-record button to end recording. • Pictures with voice memos are indicated by h icons. •...
Page 847 Voice Memo Storage Location Voice memos for pictures taken with [Backup] or [RAW primary - JPEG secondary] selected for [Secondary slot function] in the photo shooting menu will be added to the pictures on both memory cards. Voice Memo File Names Voice memos have file names of the form “DSC_nnnn.WAV”, where nnnn is a four-digit number copied from the picture with which the voice memo is associated.
Page 848 Press the movie-record button. • Voice memo playback will start. Press the movie-record button again. • Voice memo playback will end. Cautions: Voice Memo Playback • Playback zoom is disabled during voice memo playback. • Playback will end if you: - view other pictures, - press the O button, - exit playback mode, or...
Page 849 ❚❚ Deleting Voice Memos Pressing the O button when viewing a picture marked with a h icon displays a confirmation dialog. • To delete both the picture and the voice memo, highlight [Image and voice memo] and press O . •...
Page 850 ❚❚ Voice Memo Options The setup menu now offers a [Voice memo options] item containing the following options for voice memo recording and playback. • [Voice memo control] controls the behavior of the movie-record button during voice memo recording. - [Press and hold] (default): Recording takes place only while the movie- record button is pressed and ends when the button is released.
Page 851: Hue And Brightness Settings For Portraits
Hue and Brightness Settings for Portraits [Portrait impression balance] items have been added to the photo and movie shooting menus. Settings can be fine-tuned on the hue and brightness axes and the results saved as [Mode 1], [Mode 2], or [Mode 3]. The saved modes can be applied to new pictures.
Page 852 Adjust hue and brightness. • Press 4 or 2 to adjust hue on the M (magenta)–Y (yellow) axis. Magenta increases as you move toward M, amber (yellow) as you move toward Y. • Press 1 or 3 to adjust brightness. Brightness increases as the values go up and decreases as they go down.
Page 853 The values selected for portrait impression balance cannot be viewed in the camera playback display, in the [NEF (RAW) processing] display in the retouch menu, or in Nikon’s NX Studio software. • Portrait impression balance settings for existing pictures cannot be altered using NX Studio or the [NEF (RAW) processing] item in the retouch menu.
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