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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA )¢)C) User's Manual...
  • Page 2 Where to Find It Find what you're looking for from: Find items by function or menu name. Know what you want to do but don't know the function name? Find it from the "question and answer" index. Search by key word. If a warning is displayed in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Q&A Index Table of Contents Introduction Basic Photography and Playback Guide Mode _'_ More on Photography (All Modes) P, S, A, and M Modes _'_ More on Playback Connections The Playback Menu The Shooting Menu The Setup Menu The Retouch Menu Recent Settings ['_ Technical...
  • Page 4 Find what you're looking for using this "question and answer" index. II CameraDisplays Question Keyphrase What do these icons mean? The information display The viewfinder Number of exposures How many more shots can l take with this card? remaining Howmuchchargedoesthebatteryhaveleft? Battery level Howdolkeep the displays from turning off?
  • Page 5 II Taking Photographs Question Keyphrase Auto modes 25-29 Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots? Guide mode 35-40 How do I use the GUIDE position on the mode dial? Scene modes 30-31 How do I quickly adjust settings for different scenes? How do I take pictures for printing at large sizes?
  • Page 6 iii i_i _ i II Viewing,Retouching, a nd PrintingPhotographs Question Keyphrase How do I view photographs on the camera? ..Playback 32, 91 Howdoldelete unwanted photos? Deleting photos 101-103 Can l zoom in on photos during playback? ..Playback zoom Can I protect photos from accidental deletion? Protect...
  • Page 7 II Menusand Settings Question Keyphrase How do l use the menus? Using the menus 11-13 Help How do I get help for a menu or message? Error messages The information display 6, 7 The command dial 8-10 How do I adjust settings? Menus 117-155 Reset shooting...
  • Page 8 Q&A Index ............................ For Your Safety .......................... Notices ............................xiii Introduction Overview ............................Getting to Know the Camera ....................The Camera Body ........................The Mode Dial ..........................The Viewfinder ..........................The Information Display ......................The Command Dial ........................The Power Switch ........................Camera Menus ..........................
  • Page 9 Guide Mode The Guide Menu ........................Shoot: Taking P ictures in6uideMode ....................View/Delete: Viewing andDetefing P ictures i n 6uideMode ............. Set up: Changing C amera S ettings i n 6uideMode ................More on Photography (All Modes) Focus ............................Focus Mode ..........................AF-Area Mode ..........................
  • Page 10 Picture Controls ........................Selecting a Picture Control ....................87 Modifying Picture Controls ....................88 More on Playback Full-Frame Playback ........................ Photo Information ........................Thumbnail Playback ....................... Calendar Playback ........................Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ................Protecting Photographs from Deletion ................ Deleting Photographs ......................
  • Page 11 The Setup Menu: (ameraSetup ............Reset Setup Options ....................... 125 LCD Brightness ......................... Info Display Format ......................125 Auto Info Display ......................127 Video Mode ........................Time Zone and Date ....................... 127 Language ........................... Image Comment ......................128 Auto Image Rotation ...................... 128 Dust off Ref Photo ......................
  • Page 12 Optional Flash U nits (Speedlights) ..............The Nikon C reative Lighting System ( CLS) ............Other A ccessories ..................Approved Memory Cards ................ Attaching aPower Connector and AC Adapter ..........Caring f ortheCamera ..................Storage .................... Cleaning ................... The Low-Pass Filter ................
  • Page 13 To prevent possible injury, read all warnings before using this Nikon product. II WARNINGS Donot disassemble Z_ Keepthe sunout of the frame Keep the sun well out of the frame when...
  • Page 14 • Discontinue use immediately should provided or sold by Nikon for the you notice any changes in the battery, purpose to maintain compliance with such as discoloration or deformation. product regulations.
  • Page 15 • No part of the manuals included with this Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or product. translated into any language...
  • Page 16 Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery 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 17: Notices

    NoticeConcerning Prohibitionof Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from beingcopiedor Cautions on certaincopiesand reproductions reproduced The government...
  • Page 18 • For users in the U.S.A.:http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in EuropeandAfrica:http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia,Oceania,and the Middle East:http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography.

  • Page 19: Introduction

    Introduction OvervieW Thankyou for your purchase ofa Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly keep them where they will be read by all who use the product.

  • Page 20: The Camera Body

    Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through rest of the manual. The Camera Body Mode dial ........4 Infrared receiver ....
  • Page 21 The(ameraBody((ontinued) Viewfinder eyepiece ....23 _ (playback zoom in) _ (OK) button ....... 12 Memory card access lamp DK-20 rubber eyecup button ........99 [ Monitor _B _ (information edit) ......... 20,29 Viewing settings ....6 button ........(delete) button Viewing pictures ....

  • Page 22: The Mode Dial

    The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following modes: II P,S,A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings. P--Programmed auto(_ 68): A--Aperture-priority auto Camera chooses shutter (_ 70): Adjust aperture speed and aperture, user soften background details or controls other settings.

  • Page 23: The Viewfinder

    The Viewfinder z I ....: ..i: co ¸¸¸¸¸¸4¸¸¸¸¸¸¸ ....Framinggrid (displayed when Battery indicator ....25 _ Flash-ready indicator .... 2 9 On is selected for Number of exposures Flexible program Viewfinder options > indicator ....... 68 remaining ......
  • Page 24 The Information Display Shooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, and the number of exposures remaining, is displayed in the monitor when the [] button is pressed. _ON__ button Camera rotated 90 ° to shoot Camera in normal orientation in tall (portrait) orientation 29 28 27 26 25 24 23...

  • Page 25: The Information Display

    II Changing Settings in the Information Display To change settings for the items listed in the information display, press the 4]_ button. Highlight items using the multi selector and press _) to view options for the highlighted item. Some items can also be adjusted using the command dial and camera buttons...

  • Page 26: The Command Dial

    The Command Dial The command dial can be used with other controls to adjust a variety of settings when shooting information is displayed in the monitor. button: f lash mode and flash compensation [] button: aperture, exposure compensation, and flash compensation Fn (_) button: release mode, image quality and size,...
  • Page 27 Set exposure compensation i ¸ ÷_ (mode RS,orA; 76). _,Set [ 1,0], [] button Command dial Mode P,S,or A Information display FSe[ [ 1,0], button Command dial Information display ust flash compensation (mode P,S, A, or M; _ 78).._ button [] button Command...

  • Page 28: The Power Switch

    The role of the Fn (_) button can be selected using the Buttons > _/Fn button option in the setup menu (_ 134), allowing the following settings to be adjusted by pressing the Fn (_) button and rotating the command dial: Fn(6_)) b utton Command dial...

  • Page 29: Camera Menus

    Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the MENU button. MENU b utton Tabs Choosefrom the following menus: • I-g-i:Playback ( _ 117) • F_: Retouch (_ 140) • It_l:Shooting (_ 119) •...

  • Page 30: Using Camera Menus

    Using Camera Menus The multi selector and _) button are used to navigate the camera menus. Move cursor o_ button: selecthighlighted item . _//_._// Selecthighlighteditemor CanCelprewousand retUrnmenutO display sub-menu Move cursor down Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. Displaythe menus.
  • Page 31 Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press I_ to position the cursor in the selected menu. Highlight a menu item. Press• or • to highlight a menu item. Display options. Press I_ to display options for the selected menu item.

  • Page 32: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery The camera is powered by an EN-EL9a rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-23 quick charger before use. About one hour and forty minutes are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains.

  • Page 33: Insert The Battery

    Insert the Battery 1 Turn the camera off. Power switch Inserting and Removing Batteries Always turn the camera off before inserting removing batteries. Open the battery-chamber cover. Unlatch (_rl_)and open the battery-chamber cover. Insert the battery. Insert the battery as shown at right. Close the battery-chamber cover.

  • Page 34: Attach A Lens

    Attach a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6G rth index Focal length scale Mounting index Lens cap...
  • Page 35 3 EV at a focal length of 55mm (Nikon measurements; effects vary with the user and shooting conditions). To use vibration reduction, slide the VR switch to ON.

  • Page 36: Basic Setup

    Basic Setup A language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date. Photographs can not be taken until you have set the time and date. Turn the camera on. Power switch A language-selection dialog will be displayed.
  • Page 37 Set the date and time. The dialog shown at right will be displayed. Press • or I_ to select an item, • or • to change. Press _) to set the clock and exit to shooting mode. The Setup Menu Language and date/time settings...

  • Page 38: Insert A Memory Card

    Insert a Memory Card The camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately). Turn the camera off. Power switch Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Always turn the camera off before inserting removing memory cards. Open the card slot cover.

  • Page 39: Format The Memory Card

    Format the Memory Card Memory cards must be formatted before first use or after being formatted in other devices. Format the card as described below. [I_ Formatting Memory Cards Formatting memory cardspermanently deletesanydata theymaycontain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding (_ 105). Turn the camera Power switch Display...
  • Page 40 Memory Cards • Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. • Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting...

  • Page 41: Adjust Viewfinder Focus

    Adjust Viewfinder Focus The camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. Check that the display in the viewfinder is in focus before framing pictures in the viewfinder. Power switch Remove the lens cap and turn the camera Focus the viewfinder.

  • Page 43: Basicphotography A Ndplayback

    ii_ I BasicPhotography a ndPlayback This section describes how to take photographs in _o (auto) mode, an automatic "point-and-shoot" mode in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions, in which the flash will fire automatically if the subject is poorly lit.
  • Page 44 Check the number of exposures remaining. The information display and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be stored on the memory card. Check the number of exposures remaining. If there is not enough memory to store additional photographs at current settings, a warning will be displayed.

  • Page 45: Step 3: Frame The Photograph

    Step 2: Select _,0or _ Mode Mode dial To shoot where use of a flash is prohibited, photograph infants, or capture natural lighting under low light conditions, rotate the mode dial to _. Otherwise, rotate the mode dial to _o. _rnode _°rnode Step 3: Frame the Photograph...

  • Page 46: Step 4: Focus

    Using a Zoom Lens Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a Zoom in larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photograph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale index to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).

  • Page 47: Step 5: Shoot

    Step 5: Shoot Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. The access lamp next to the memory card slot cover will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds (the photo will automatically clear from the display when the...

  • Page 48: Portrait

    The camera offers a choice of"scene" modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a picture, and shooting as described on pages 25-29. II The ModeDial Mode dial The following scenes can be selected with the mode...
  • Page 49 '_i/d Use for snapshots of children. Clothing Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and background details are vividly and other small objects (a macro lens can rendered, while skin tones remain soft be used to focus at very close ranges). and natural.
  • Page 50 At default settings, photographs are automatically displayed for about 4 s after shooting. If no photograph is displayed in the monitor, the most recent picture can be viewed by pressing the I_q button. Press the [] button. A photograph will be displayed in the monitor.
  • Page 51 Deleting Unwanted Photographs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the _ button. Note that photographs can not be recovered once deleted. Displaythe photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on the preceding page. Delete the photograph.

  • Page 53: Guide Mode

    Guide Mode The Guide Menu The guide menu gives access to a variety of frequently-used and useful functions. The top level of the guide menu is displayed when mode dial is rotated to GUIDE. Choose from the following menus: Shoot..I..
  • Page 54 The following operations can be performed while the guide menu is displayed: F°-_ii_e ..Description S :h Press • or • to highlight options in the guide menu. Press •, •, •, or • to highlight Highlight options in displays like that shown at options right.
  • Page 55 Select Shoot to take pictures using settings that suit the scene. Press MENU to display Highlight Shoot Press o_ to display options guide menu Highlight Shoot in the top level of the guide menu and press _) to display the following options: Easyoperation...
  • Page 56 To select a scene (Easy operation > Auto in this example): Press • Highlight an option Highlight a scene Press• Highlight Start shooting (to adjust the Presso_ to view camera settings in the settings listed below, select More information display (_ 6) settings) II MoreSettings Select More settings to adjust the following:...
  • Page 57 Select View/delete to view and delete pictures. Press MENU to display Highlight View/delete Press o_ to display options guide menu Highlight View/delete in the top level of the guide menu and press _) to display following options: View single photos View multiple photos Choose a date View a slideshow...
  • Page 58 Select Set up to format memory cards or adjust camera settings. Press MENU to display HighlightSet Press o_ to display options guide menu Highlight Set up in the top level of the guide menu and press _) to display following options: Image quality LCDbrightness...

  • Page 59: Moreonphotography ( Allmodes)

    MoreonPhotography ( AllModes) Focus ca n be adjusted automatically or manually (see "Focus Mode" below). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (_ 46) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (_ 46). Focus Mode Choose from automatic and manual focus modes.
  • Page 60 Choose a focus mode. Highlight one of the following options and press _). Note that AF-Sand AF-C are available only in modes R S,A, and M. _-_i'?'i?'i--o_i)ti°on _''F'?'°'_ _° °_ ....Description .... Auto-servo Camera automatically selects single-servo autofocus if subject AF-A stationary,...
  • Page 61 The AF-Assist Illuminator AF-assist illuminator If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator will light automatically to assist the autofocus operation when the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. The AF-assist illuminator will not light: • During continuous-servo autofocus or manual focus •...

  • Page 62: Af-Area Mode

    AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus point for autofocus is selected. Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the [] button. Press the ,1t, button to place the cursor in the information display.
  • Page 63 Choose an AF-area mode. Highlight one of the following options and press _). [3D]3D-tracking (1 1 points) is not available when AF-Sis selected for focus mode..__O_l_tio_OOn_,,_=_ ..Description User selects focus point using multi selector (_ 46); camera focuses [_] Single point on subject in selected focus point only.

  • Page 64: Focus Point Selection

    Focus Point Selection In manual focus mode or when autofocus is combined with AF-area modes other than [m] Auto-area, you can choose from 11 focus points, making it possible to compose photographs with the main subject almost anywhere in the frame. Choose an AF-area mode other than Ira1Auto-area (_ 44).
  • Page 65 Lock focus. AF-A andAF-C focusmodes:With the shutter-release Shutter-release button button pressed halfway (_r1_), press the AE-LIAF-L ® button (_r2_) t o lock both focus and exposure (an AE-L icon will be displayed in the viewfinder). Focus will remain locked while the AE-LIAF-L button is pressed, even if you later remove your finger from the shutter-release button.

  • Page 66: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus Manual focus can be used when you are not using an AF-S or AF-I lens or when autofocus does not produce the desired results (_ 42). Set the lens focus-mode switch. M/A-M A-M switch switch If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M switch, slide the switch to M.
  • Page 67 II TheElectronic Rangefinder If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether subject in the selected focus point is in focus (the focus point can be selected from anyofthe 11 focus points).

  • Page 68: Image Quality And Size

    Together, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quality images can be printed at larger sizes but also require more memory, meaning that fewer such images can be stored on the memory card (_ 177). Image Quality Choose a file format and compression ratio (image quality).
  • Page 69 NEF (RAW) Images Note that the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG images. Date imprint 136) is not available at image quality settings NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG. NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the camera or using software such as Capture NX 2 (available separately;...

  • Page 70: Image Size

    Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the [] button. Press the _fl, button to place the cursor in the information display. [] button Information display ,B, button...

  • Page 71: Release Mode

    Release mode determines how the camera takes photographs: one at a time, in a continuous sequence, or with a timed shutter-release delay or remote control. Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the [] button.
  • Page 72 The Memory Buffer The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to the memory card. Up to 100 photographs can be taken in succession; note, however, that frame rate will drop when the buffer is full. While photographs are being recorded to the memory...
  • Page 73 Self-Timer and Remote Modes The self-timer and optional ML-L3 wireless remote control (_ 167) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. Mount the camera on a tripod. Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. Select a release mode (_ 53).
  • Page 74 Take the photograph. Self-timer mode: Press the shutter- release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down to start the self-timer. self-timer lamp will start to blink and a beep will begin to sound. Two seconds before the photograph taken, the self-timer lamp will stop...
  • Page 75 [I_ Before Using the Remote Control Before using the remote control for the first time, remove the clear plastic battery insulator sheet. _I_ Using the Built-in Flash Before taking a photograph with the flash in P,S, A, or M modes, press the _ button to raise the flash and wait for the { indicator to be displayed...

  • Page 76: Using The Built-In Flash

    The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit subjects. II Usingthe Built-in Hasm ,-,, _, ._., _6, and [] Modes AUTO Choose a flash mode (_ 59). Take pictures. The flash will pop up as required when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and...

  • Page 77: Flash Mode

    Flash Mode To choose a flash mode: Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the [] button. Press the ,I], button to place the cursor in the information display. [] button Information display Display...
  • Page 78 The flash modes listed on the previous page may combine one or more of the following settings, as shown by the flash mode icon: • AUTO ( autoflash): W hen lighting is poor or subject is back lit, flash pops up automatically when shutter-release button is pressed halfway and fires as required.
  • Page 79 Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture.

  • Page 80: Iso Sensitivity

    "ISO sensitivity" is the digital equivalent of film speed. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. Place the cursor in the information display. if shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the [] button.
  • Page 81 AUTO If the mode dial is rotated to P,S,A, or M after AUTO is selected for ISO sensitivity in another mode, the ISO sensitivity last selected in P,S,A, or M mode will be restored. Pictures taken at this setting are more likely to be subject to noise and color distortion. The Shooting Menu ISO sensitivity...

  • Page 82: Active D-Lighting

    If On is selected, the camera automatically adjusts Active D-Lighting during shooting to preserve details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast scenes, for example when photographing brightly outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day.
  • Page 83 _I_ Active D-Lighting Noise (graininess, banding, and mottling) may appear in photographs taken with Active D-Lighting at high ISO sensitivities. More time is required to record images when Active D-Lighting is on. _I_ "Active D-Lighting" Versus "D-Lighting" The Active D-Lighting option in the shooting menu adjusts exposure...

  • Page 85: P,S,A,Andm Modes

    P,S,A,andM Modes P,S,A,and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture: Description -Wi'_7!7!!!7!_Mode-'--7=77777,, Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Programmed auto Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which P (_ 68) there is little time to adjust camera settings.
  • Page 86 Mode P (Programmed Auto) In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. This mode is recommended for snapshots other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture.
  • Page 87 Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, fast shutter speeds to "freeze"...
  • Page 88 Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto) In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers) reduce depth of field, blurring objects behind and in front of the main subject.

  • Page 89: Mode M (Manual)

    Mode M (Manual) In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in manual exposure mode: Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial Choose aperture and shutter speed. Checking the exposure indicator (see below), adjust shutter speed and aperture.
  • Page 90 II LongTime-Exposures (114 ModeOnly) Shutter speeds of "bulb" and "time" can be used for long time-exposure photographs of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. prevent blurring caused by camera shake, use a tripod and an optional remote control (_ 167).
  • Page 91 Open the shutter. Bulb:After focusing, press the shutter-release button all the way down. Keep the shutter-release button pressed until the exposure is complete. Time: Press the shutter-release button on the remote control all the way down. The shutter will open immediately (quick-response remote) or two seconds after the shutter-release...

  • Page 92: Exposure

    Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure in P,S,A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatically). Place the cursor in the information display. if shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the [] button.

  • Page 93: ] The Shooting Menu

    Autoexposure Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after metering exposure: Select [] Center-weighted or [] Spot metering (_ 74). F_Matrix metering will not produce the desired results. Shutter-release Lock exposure. button Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 94: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (_ 74). Place the cursor in the information display.
  • Page 95 The [] Button Exposure compensation can also be set by pressing the [] button rotating the command dial. The selected value is shown in the viewfinder and information display. [] button Command dial -0.3 EV +2 EV Mode M In mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator;...

  • Page 96: Flash Compensation

    Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections.
  • Page 97 The I_ (_) and [] Buttons Flash compensation can also be set by rotating the command dial while pressing the I_ (_) and [] buttons. The selected value is shown in the viewfinder and information display. (_ ) button [] button Command dial _,Se...

  • Page 98: White Balance

    White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources; in P,S,A, and M modes, other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source: Place the cursor in the information display.
  • Page 99 The Shooting Menu White balance can be selected using the White balance option the shooting menu (_ 119), which also can be used to fine-tune white balance (_ 82) or measure a value for preset white balance (_ 83). The _ Fluorescent option in the White balance menu can be used to select the light source from the bulb types shown at right.

  • Page 100: Fine-Tuning White Balance

    Fine-Tuning White Balance White balance can be "fine tuned" to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. White balance is fine tuned using the White balance option in the shooting menu.

  • Page 101: Preset Manual

    Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. Two methods are available for setting preset white balance: II Measuringa Valuefor PresetWhiteBalance Light a reference object.
  • Page 102 When the camera is ready to measure white balance, a flashing P,-E (PRE)will appear in the viewfinder and information display. Measure white balance. Before the indicators stop flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter-release button all the way down.

  • Page 103: The Setup Menu

    _I_ Measuring Preset White Balance If no operations are performed while the displays are flashing, direct measurement mode will end when the exposure meters turn off. The auto meter-off delay can be changed using the Auto off timers option in the setup menu (_ 130).
  • Page 104 II Copying WhiteBalancefrom a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from a photograph on the memory card. Select Preset manual. To display the menus, press the MENU button. Highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press I_ to display white balance options.
  • Page 105 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. NIKONCORPORATION Fuji Bldg., 2-3 Marunouchi 3-chome, Printed in Hong Kong...

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