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Summarization of Contents
Where to Find It
Error Messages
If a warning is displayed in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution here.
Troubleshooting
Camera behaving unexpectedly? Find the solution here.
Introduction
Overview
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera.
Getting to Know the Camera
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays.
First Steps
Guide to initial setup procedures, including charging the battery and inserting it.
Basic Photography and Playback
“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes)
Describes how to take photographs in auto mode for simple, point-and-shoot photography.
Creative Photography (Scene Modes)
Explains how to use various scene modes for specific photographic situations.
Basic Playback
Outlines the basics of viewing photographs on the camera's monitor.
Framing Pictures in the Monitor (Live View)
Framing Photographs in the Monitor
Follow the steps below to take photographs in live view using the monitor.
Recording and Viewing Movies
Recording Movies
Instructions on how to record movies at 24 fps in live view mode.
Viewing Movies
Describes how to play back recorded movies and the operations that can be performed.
More on Photography (All Modes)
Focus
Focus can be adjusted automatically or manually.
Image Quality and Size
Together, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies.
ISO Sensitivity
ISO sensitivity is the digital equivalent of film speed, affecting light sensitivity.
P, S, A, and M Modes
Shutter Speed and Aperture
P, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture.
Exposure
Explains metering, autoexposure lock, and exposure compensation.
White Balance
Ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source.
More on Playback
Full-Frame Playback
To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed.
Photo Information
Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback.
Deleting Photographs
Instructions on how to delete photographs from the camera's memory card.
Connections
Viewing Photographs on TV
Connect the camera to a television or VCR for playback or recording.
Connecting to a Computer
Describes how to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer.
Printing Photographs
To print selected JPEG pictures on a PictBridge printer via a direct USB connection, follow the steps below.
Menu Guide
The Playback Menu: Managing Images
To display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab.
The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options
To display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.
Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings
To display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab.
Technical Notes
Compatible Lenses
Information on compatible lenses, including AF-S, AF-I, and CPU lenses.
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)
Details on optional flash units compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS).
Caring for the Camera
Provides guidance on storing and cleaning the camera body, lens, mirror, and monitor.
Troubleshooting
Lists common problems and their solutions if the camera fails to function as expected.
Error Messages
Lists indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder and monitor.
For Your Safety
WARNINGS
General warnings and precautions to prevent injury or damage to the product.
Observe proper precautions when handling batteries
Precautions for handling batteries to prevent leakage or explosion.
Observe proper precautions when handling the quick charger
Precautions for handling the quick charger to prevent fire or electric shock.
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