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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...

  • Page 2: Photo Information

    Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press • or • to cycle through photo information as shown below. Note that "image only'; shooting data, RGB histograms, highlights, and overview data are only displayed if corresponding option is selected for Playback display options >...
  • Page 3 II R6BHistogrom Retouch indicator ..........150 Protect status ............105 White balance ............69 White balance fine-tuning ........71 Preset manual ............72 Camera name Histogram (RGB channel). In all histograms, horizontal axis gives pixel brightness, vertical axis number of pixels. Histogram (red channel) Histogram (green channel) Histogram...
  • Page 4 II ShootingData Protect status Retouch indicator Metering ..............60 Shutter speed ............. 55, 57 Aperture ...............57 Shooting mode ........22, 25, 27, 53 ISO sensitivity i ............51 Exposure compensation ........63 Focal length ..............171 Lens data Focus mode ............35, 81 Lens VR (vibration reduction) 2 ......
  • Page 5 II OverviewData 26 - - 18 Frame number/total number of images Aperture ..............56, 57 Protect status ............105 _ISO sensitivity i ............51 Camera name Focal length ..............171 etouch indicator ........... 150 GPS data indicator ..........147 Histogram showing the distribution of tones Image comment indicator ........
  • Page 6 To display images in "contact sheets" of four, nine, or 72 images, press the q=_ (?) button. Full-frame Thumbnail playback Calendar playback playback Description Press q_: (?) button to increase the number of images Display more _[] (?) images displayed. Press _ button to reduce the number of images displayed.
  • Page 7 To view images taken on a selected date, press the q=_ (?) button when 72 images displayed. Thumbnail list q_ (?) Date list Full-frame Thumbnail playback Calendar playback playback The operations can be performed depend on whether the cursor is in the date list or the thumbnail list: Description...
  • Page 8 Press the e button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highlighted in thumbnail or calendar playback. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: Description Press _ to zoom in to maximum approximately 38x (large images), 28x Zoom in or out...
  • Page 9 In full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the _:[ (O-n) button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the _ button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted...
  • Page 10 To delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or the photograph highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the _ button. To delete multiple selected photographs, all photographs taken on a selected date, or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs can not be recovered.
  • Page 11 The Playback Menu The Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. I I Selected: Deleting Selected Photographs Select Delete. To display the menus, press the MENU button. Highlight Delete in the playback menu and press I_.
  • Page 12 II SelectDate:DeletingPhotographsTakenon a SelectedDate Choose Select Date. In the delete menu, highlight Select date and press I_. Highlight a date. Press• or • to highlight a date. To view the pictures taken on the highlighted date, press q:_ (?). Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures, or press and hold e to view the current picture...
  • Page 13 The Slide show option in the playback menu is used to display a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (_ 125). Select Slide show. To display the slide show menu, press the MENU button and select Slide show in the playback menu.
  • Page 14 Start the side show. Highlight Start in the slide show menu and press _). The following operations can be performed while the slide show is in progress: Description Skip back/skip ahead Press • to return to previous frame, • to skip to next frame.

  • Page 15: Before Connecting

    EH-Sb AC adapter and EP-SA power connector (available separately). II SuppliedSoftware ViewNX 2 includes a "Nikon Transfer 2" function for copying pictures from the camera to the computer, where ViewNX 2 can be used to view and print selected images or to edit photographs and movies.

  • Page 16: Turn The Camera Off

    Nikon Transfer Windows If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program. A program selection dialog will be displayed;...
  • Page 17 Nikon Transfer 2, start ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2 and select ViewNX 2 Help from the Help menu). Start Transfer Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable when transfer ends. Nikon Transfer 2 will close automatically when transfer iscomplete.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Printer

    Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (_ 204) connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied UC-E17 USB cable. Turn the camera off. Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable as shown. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors...
  • Page 19 Selecting Photographs for Printing NEF (RAW) photographs (_ 44) can not be selected for printing. JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) images can be created using the NEF (RAW) processing option in the retouch menu (_ 157). Printing Via Direct USB Connection Be sure the EN-EL14 battery is fully charged or use an optional...
  • Page 20 Adjust printing options. Press • or • to highlight an option and press I_ to select. =0i_tio-°-n -..Description Highlight a page size (only sizes supported by the current printer are listed) Pagesize and press _) to select and exit to the previous menu (to print at the default page size for the current printer, select Printer...

  • Page 21: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Printing Multiple Pictures Display the PictBridge menu. Press the MENU button in the PictBridge playback display (see Step 3 on page 114). MENU b utton Choose an option. Highlight one of the following options and • Print select: Select pictures for printing. press I_.
  • Page 22 Select pictures or choose a date. If you chosePrint select or Print (DPOF) in Step2, use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card. To display the current picture full screen, press and hold the e button. To select the current picture for printing, press the q[] (?) button...
  • Page 23 Display printing options. Press _) to display PictBridge printing options. Adjust printing options. Choose page size, border, and time stamp options as described on page 116 (a warning will be displayed if the selected page size is too small foran index print).

  • Page 24: Creating A Dpof Print Order: Print Set

    Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital "print orders" for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. Choose Select/set for the DPOF print order item in the playback menu.
  • Page 25 Select imprint options. Highlight the following options and press I_ to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order without including this information, proceed to Step 5). • Print shooting data: Print shutter speed aperture on all pictures in print order.

  • Page 26: Standard Definition Devices

    The supplied EG-CP14 audio video (A/V) cable can be used to connect the camera to a television or video recorder for playback or recording. A type C mini-pin High- Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from third-party suppliers) can be used to connect the camera to high-definition video devices.

  • Page 27: High-Definition

    High-Definition Devices The camera can be connected to HDMI devices using a type C mini-pin HDMI cable (available separately from third-party suppliers). Turn the camera off. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable. Connect the HDMI cable as shown. Connect to high-definition device (choose cable with connector...

  • Page 28: Output Resolution

    II ltDMI Options The HDMI option in the setup menu controls output resolution and can be used to enable the camera for remote control from devices that support HDMI-CEC (High- Definition Multimedia Interface-Consumer Electronics Control, a standard that allows HDMI devices to be used to control peripherals to which they are connected).
  • Page 29 Guide To display the playback menu, press MENU and select the I_q (playback menu) tab. MENU button The playback menu contains the following options: '_°:°°'--Op_iion =T_'Z'I'71.71.71.7Default Playback display Still images options and movies ..... Choose a folder for playback: Only photos in the folder currently selected for Storage folder in the setup menu...
  • Page 30 Choose the information available in the playback photo information display (_ 98) and the transition between frames during playback. • Additionalphotoinfo: Press • or • to highlight an option, then press I_to select the option for the photo information display. A [] appears next to selected items;...

  • Page 31: Metering

    To display the shooting menu, press MENU and select the O (shooting menu) tab. MENU button The shooting menu contains the following options: =':::_:i)=l_iio=n=:=;'7::"::"::"::"T °:q)eiauii==_=I_;_= Option Default =_°=: Resetshootingmenu AF-area mode Set PictureControl Standard Single-pointAF Image size Large Othermodes Auto-area AF White balance Auto _.
  • Page 32 Select Yes to reset shooting menu settings. Reset Shooting Options Selecting Yes for Reset shooting menu also restores Picture Control settings to their default values (_ 77) and resets the following: ....Option i/-_:--i)eia u Ji-_/-:_ Release mode Flash mode Auto front-curtain , _, lii, .,_.,_, @, Singleflame...
  • Page 33 Adjust ISO sensitivity (_ 51). I I Auto ISOSensitivitycontrol If Off is chosen for Auto ISO sensitivity control in P, S ,A, and M modes, ISO sensitivity will remain fixed at the value selected by the user (_ 51). When On is chosen, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted...
  • Page 34 DCF, select the appropriate color space manually. For more information, see the documentation provided with the application or device. Nikon Software ViewNX 2 (supplied) and Capture NX 2 (available separately) automatically select the correct color space when opening photographs created with this camera.
  • Page 35 Select On to reduce noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, lines, or fog). Noise reduction takes effect at all ISO sensitivities, but is most noticeable at higher values. The time required for processing at shutter speeds slower than about I s or when the camera's internal temperature is elevated and ISO sensitivity...
  • Page 36 Choose the flash mode for the built-in flash in R S,A, and M modes. ___o_O_i_tio__n_,,_ ..:_o_,_,_,_,_=_,__ .._'-_O°e__ip_io_'_:_--':':':':':':':':':' TTL_TTL Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions. Choose a flash level between Full and 1/32 (V32 of full power).
  • Page 37 To display the setup menu, press MENUand select the y (setup menu) tab. MENU button The setup menu contains the following options: _=!_ Z_Option=T_'_'i'Ti'_ Default ]_°_ Self-timer Resetsetupoptions Formatmemory card Monitor brightness Remoteonduration 1 min Graphic; Infodisplayformat Background color: White Beep Auto infodisplay Rangefinder...
  • Page 38 Select Yes to reset setup menu all settings except Video mode, Time zone and date, Language, and Storage folder to the defaults listed above. Press • or • to choose monitor brightness. Choose higher values for increased brightness, lower values for reduced brightness.

  • Page 39: Aperture

    The "Classic" display is shown below. 1516 22 23 24 25 26 Metering ........60 Shooting mode "Beep" indicator ....141 _° auto/ Auto ISO sensitivity Eye-Fi connection indicator ......129 auto (flash off) ....22 indicator ......148 Scene modes ....... 25 Print date indicator .....
  • Page 40 If On is selected, the information display will appear after the shutter-release button is pressed halfway; if image review (_ 126) is off, it will also be displayed immediately after shooting. Choose On if you find yourself frequently referring to the information display during shooting.
  • Page 41 Change t imezones, setthecamera c lock, choose t hedate display o rder, andturndaylight saving t imeonoroff. Description Choose a time zone. The camera clock is automatically set to the time in the new time zone. Time zone Set the camera clock (_ 16). Date and time Choose the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed.
  • Page 42 Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately; _ 176). The comment is also visible on the shooting data page in the photo information display (_ 100).
  • Page 43 Acquire r eference data fortheImage Dust O ffoptioninCapture N X 2(available separately; formore information, see theCapture N X 2manual). Image Dust off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is mounted on the camera. A lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended. When using a zoom lens, zoom all the way in.
  • Page 44 If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to acquire Image Dust Off reference data and the message shown at right will be displayed. Choose another reference object and repeat the process from step 1. Image Dust Off Reference Data The same reference...
  • Page 45 Choose the length of the shutter release delay and the number of shots taken (_ 33) • Self-timerdelay:Choose the length of the shutter release delay Numberofshots:Press • and • to choose the number of shots taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed (from 1 to 9;...
  • Page 46 Choose On to use the exposure indicator to determine whether the camera correctly focused in manual focus mode 42; note that this function is not available in shooting mode M, when the exposure indicator instead shows whether the subject is correctly exposed).
  • Page 47 J_ File Number Sequence If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains either 999 photographs or a photograph numbered 9999, the shutter-release button will be disabled and no further photographs be taken. Choose Reset for File number sequence and then either format the current memory card or insert a new memory card.
  • Page 48 II Shutter-rdease buttonAE-L At the default setting of Off, exposure only locks when _:[ (o-n) button is pressed. If On is selected, exposure will also lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. If Release locked is selected, the shutter-release button is only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera.
  • Page 49 II DateCounter Pictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with the n umber of days remaining until a future date or the number of days elapsed since a past date. Use it to track the growth of a child or count down the days until a birthday or wedding.
  • Page 50 For example, if the folder NIKON is selected for Storage folder, photographs in all folders named NIKON (IOONIKON, 101NIKON, 102NIKON, etc.) will be visible when Current is selected for Playback folder (_ 125). Renaming changes all folders with the same name but leaves the folder numbers intact.
  • Page 51 This item is used to adjust settings for optional GP-1 GPS units. The GP-1 can be connected to the camera's accessory terminal (_ 177) using the cable supplied with the GP-1, allowing information on the camera's current position to be recorded when photographs are taken (turn the camera off before connecting the GP-1;...
  • Page 52 This option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enable to upload photographs to a preselected destination. Note that pictures will not be uploaded signal strength is insufficient. Observe all local laws concerning wireless devices and choose Disable where wireless devices are prohibited.
  • Page 53 To display the retouch menu, press MENUand select the [3_ (retouch menu) tab. MENU b utton The retouch menu is used to create trimmed or retouched copies of the photographs on the memory card, and is only available when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera.

  • Page 54: Creating Retouched Copies

    Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: Display retouch options. Highlight the desired item in the retouch menu and press I_. Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press _). Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images created with other devices.
  • Page 55 D-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After Press • or • to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press _) to copy the photograph. This option is used to correct "red-eye" caused by the flash, and is available only with photographs taken using the flash.
  • Page 56 Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described in the following table. Description Increase size of crop Press the _ button to increase the size of the crop. q=_(?) Reduce size of crop Press the q_ (?) button...
  • Page 57 Choose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press Q to copy the photograph. _-_z_i_i-O_ption ° 'T-'_ Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making Skylight picture less blue. The effect can be previewed the monitor as shown at right.
  • Page 58 Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed in the monitor together with red, green, and blue histograms (_ 99) giving the distribution of tones in the copy. Increase amount of green Increase amount /'f_...
  • Page 59 Image overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application.
  • Page 60 Select the second image. The selected image will appear as Image 1. Highlight Image 2 and press _), then select the second photo as described in Step 2. Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing • or • to select gain from values between 0.1 and 2.0.
  • Page 61 Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs. Select NEF (RAW) processing. Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press I_ to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. Select a photograph. Use the multi selector to highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted...
  • Page 62 Create small copies of selected photographs. Select Resize. To resize selected images, press MENU to display the menus and select Resize in the retouch menu. Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press I_. The options shown at right will be displayed; highlight an option and press _).
  • Page 63 Viewing Resized Copies Playback zoom may not be available when resized copies are displayed. Image Quality Copies created from NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG photos have an image quality (_ 44) of JPEG fine; copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the original.
  • Page 64 Create c opies t hatappear tohave been taken withafisheye lens. P ress I_toincrease theeffect ( this also increases the amount thatwillbecropped o utattheedges o ftheimage), • toreduce i t. The effect c anbepreviewed intheeditdisplay. Press _)tocopy thephotograph, orpress 1 _1to exit to playback without creating a copy.
  • Page 65 Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out). The results can be previewed in the edit display.
  • Page 66 Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in the copy is indicated by a yellow frame. Description Choose Press q_ (?) to choose orientation of area that is in focus.
  • Page 67 Create a copy in which only selected hues appear in color. Select Selective color. Highlight Selective color in the retouch menu and press I_ to display a picture selection dialog. Select a photograph. Highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the e button).
  • Page 68 Choose the color range. Press • or • to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph or movie. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors. The effect can be previewed in the edit display.
  • Page 69 Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the _) button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a copy or original is played back full frame. Select a picture. Select a retouched copy (shown by a Ei_icon) or a photograph that has been retouched in full-...
  • Page 70 To display the recent settings menu, press MENU and select the C]I(recent settings) tab. MENU b utton The recent settings menu lists the twenty most recently used settings. Press • or • to highlight an option and press I_ to select.
  • Page 71 icalNotes Read this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera. Compatible CPU Lenses This camera supports autofocus with AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses only. AF-S lenses have names beginning with AF-S, A F-I lenses names beginning with AF-I.
  • Page 72 Identifying CPU and Type G and D Lenses CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type G and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel. Type G lenses are not equipped with a lens aperture ring.

  • Page 73: Compatible Non-Cpu Lenses

    Compatible Non-CPU Lenses Non-CPU lenses may only be used when the camera is in mode M. Selecting another mode disables the shutter release. Aperture must be adjusted manually via the lens aperture ring and the camera metering system, i-TTL flash control, and other features requiring a CPU lens can not be used.
  • Page 74 The Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used with lenses with focal lengths of 18-300 ram, although some cases the flash may be unable to entirely light the subject at some ranges or focal lengths due to shadows cast by the lens, while lenses that block the subject's view of the red- eye reduction lamp may interfere with red-eye reduction.
  • Page 75 Lens _:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_:_o_ii_.°÷_i_i_t_h°_t_gJ_ 250 mm 2.5 m/8 ft 2in. AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED 350 mm 2.0 m/6 ft 7in. 200 mm 5.0 m/16 ft 5 in. 250 mm 3.0 m/9 ft 10 in. AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II 300 mm 2.5 m/8 ft 2in.
  • Page 76 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash. Before using a Nikon flash unit not listed in this section, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative for more information.
  • Page 77 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Nikon's advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography. II CLS-Compatible F lashUnits The camera can be used with the following CLS-compatible flash units:...

  • Page 78: Other Flashunits

    The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units: I SB,900 Flashmode/feature U SB-800 HSB-700 SB-600 i-TTLbalancedfill-flash for V '3 i-TTL digital SLR2 AA Autoaperture 2 Non-TTLauto GN Distance-priority manual Manual RPT Repeating flash AF-assist f or multi-area AF2 FlashColor Information i,"...
  • Page 79 1_ Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D3200 is not included in the "digital SLR" category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. If an optional flash unit is attached in shooting...
  • Page 80 Software Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software. Most Nikon software offers an auto update feature when the computer is connected to the Internet. See the...

  • Page 81: Approved Memory Cards

    Body cap BodyCapBF-1B/Body CapBF-1A: T he body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and low-pass filter free of dust when a lens is not in place. Remote controls Pressing the battery-chamber latch to the right (0_), insert a fingernail into the gap and open the battery chamber (_2)).
  • Page 82 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (0_) and power connector (<(2)) covers. Insert the EP-5A power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, using the connector...
  • Page 83 Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services). Frequent...

  • Page 84: The Low-Pass Filter

    The Low-Pass Filter The image sensor that acts as the camera's picture element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moir& If you suspect that dirt or dust on the filter is appearing photographs, you can clean the filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu.

  • Page 85: Selectan Option

    If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually 182) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession, image sensor cleaning...
  • Page 86 (_ 180), the filter can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter.
  • Page 87 End cleaning or inspection immediately. Foreign Matter on the Low-Pass Filter Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the low-pass filter during production and shipping.

  • Page 88: Caring For The Camera

    Caring for the Camera Donot drop:The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keepdry: This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.

  • Page 89: Caring For The Battery

    Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the adapter to prevent fire. If the product will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag containing...
  • Page 90 • The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is in use. Attempting charge the battery while the internal temperature is elevated will impair battery performance, and the battery may not charge or charge only partially. Wait for the battery to cool before charging.
  • Page 91 The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode. Defaults can be restored with Reset shooting menu (_ 128). _°_°A_; M SetPicture Control Image quality Image size White balance ISO sensitivitysettings ActiveD-Lighting Autodistortioncontrol Colorspace Noise reduction AF-areamode Built-in AF-assist illuminator Metering...
  • Page 92 The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 8 GB SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I card at different image quality and size settings. Note that buffer capacity drops at ISO sensitivities of 1600 or higher. _-:"°...

  • Page 93: Shooting (All Modes)

    If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Display Viewfinderisout of focus: Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional eyepiece correction lenses (_ 20, 176). Displays turn offwithout warning: Choose longer delays for Auto off timers (_ 140).
  • Page 94 Focus doesnot Iockwhen shutter-releasebutton is pressed halfway: Use AF-LA_-L (0-'I) button to lock focus when live view is off and AF-Cis selected for focus mode or when photographing moving subjects in AF-Amode (_ 40). Cannot selectfocuspoint: [13 Auto-area AF selected for AF-area mode > Viewfinder (_ 38, 39): choose another •...
  • Page 95 Shooting (P, S, A, M) Shutter-releasedisabled: • Non-CPU lens is attached: rotate camera mode dial to M (_ 169). • Mode dial rotated to Safter shutter speed of"Bulb" or"Time" selected in mode M: choose new shutter speed (_ 55). Fullrange of shutterspeedsnotavailable: •...
  • Page 96 Cannot changeprintorder: • Memory card is full: delete pictures (_ 21,106). • Memory card is locked (_ 18). Cannot selectphotofor printing: Photo is in NEF (RAW) format. Create JPEG copy using NEF (RAW) processing or transfer to computer and print using supplied software or Capture NX 2 (_ 111, 157).
  • Page 97 Turn camera offand recharge or replace 12,13 (flashes) Rechargebattery. battery. Thisbattery cannotbe used. Choose battery designated Nikon-approved battery. (flashes) foruse in thiscamera. Initialization error.Turn _--_/{E ,"_ ] Turn camera off, remove and replace battery, 2, 13 cameraoffand then on and then turn camera on again.
  • Page 98 SB-400 flash unit attached: flash is in bounce position or focus distance is very short. Continue shooting; if necessary, increase focus distance to prevent shadows from appearing in photograph. Error occurred updating firmware for optional Flasherror flash unit. Contact Nikon-authorized service (flashes) representative.
  • Page 99 Indicator _--F-_ Monitor Solution Release shutter. If error persists or appears Error.Pressshutter release frequently, consult Nikon-authorized service button again. representative. Start-up error.Contacta (flashes) Nikon-authorizedservice Consult Nikon-authorized service representative. representative. Metering error Unableto start liveview. Wait for the internal circuits to cool before...
  • Page 100 II Nikon D3200 Digital Camera Type Single-lens reflex digital camera Lensmount Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) ..= =-=:_°:::_°°°: Approx 1.5 x lens focal length (35 mm format equivalent); Nikon DX Effectiveangle ofview format' Effectivepixels 24.2 million Imagesize(pixels) • 6,016 x 4,000 (Large) •...

  • Page 101: Iso Sensitivity I

    0mpatible lenses Autofocus is available with AF-S and AF-I lenses. Autofocus is not available with other type G and D lenses, AF lenses (IX NIKKOR and lenses for the F3AF are not supported), and AI-P lenses. Non-CPU lenses can be used in mode M, but the camera exposure meter will not function.
  • Page 102 Autofocus Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor), and AF- assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5-3 m/1 ft 8 in.-9 ft 10 in.) Detectionrange -+19 EV (ISO 100,20 °C/68 °F) [ensse_o°i!_ ': •...
  • Page 103 Lensservo • Autofocus (AF):Single-servo full-time servo AF (AFIF) (AFIS); • Manual focus (MF) Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF-area mode Ai]°Jcofi]cu°s= !_°:_-_ ' _° Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected) Automaticscene Available...
  • Page 104 20 °C (68 °F). • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and...
  • Page 105 Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.

  • Page 106: Focal Length

    II TheAF-SDXNIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR is for use exclusively with Nikon format digital cameras. In the case of the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6G changes to zoom can alter maximum aperture by up to 1 1/3 EV. The camera...
  • Page 107 Supplied Accessories • 52 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-52 Optional Accessories • 52 mm screw-on filters • LF-1 and LF-4 rear lens caps • Flexible Lens Pouch CL-0815 • Lens Hood HB-45 (attaches as shown at right) (_ _ A Note on Wide-Angle Lenses...
  • Page 108 High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. 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.

  • Page 109: Battery Life

    • Using a WU-la wireless mobile adapter • Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL14 batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance. • Use batteries immediately after charging.
  • Page 110 Symbols _.° (Auto mode) ........ 22 A/V cable ......... 122 Calendar .......... 103 (Auto (flash off) mode) ... 22 AC adapter ......1 76, 178 Calendar playback ....... 103 (Portrait) ........25 CEC ............ 124 Access lamp ........23 Accessories ........176 (Landscape) .........

  • Page 111: Flash Mode

    Flexible program ......54 Neutral (Set Picture Control) ..76 i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital Flicker reduction ....8 9, 136 SLR........... 132 Nikon Transfer 2 ....1 11, 112 Fluorescent (White balance)69, Noise reduction ......131 Fn button ........8, 143 Non-CPU lens ........

  • Page 112: Preset Manual

    Shutter-release button AE-L__ 144 Preset manual (White balance) 69, Side-by-side comparison ..165 Warm filter (Filter effects) ..153 Press the shutter-release button Single frame (Release mode)__. 31 WB ............69 all the way down ....23, 24 Single-point AF (AF-area mode) 38 White balance ........
  • Page 116 Nikon No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. NIKON CORPORATION SB2C01(11) 6MB14011-01 © 2012 Nikon Corporation...

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