Point-And-Shoot" Photography (I And J Modes); Auto Mode; Step 1: Turn The Camera On - Nikon D90 User Manual

"Point-and-Shoot" Photography
(i and j Modes)
This section describes how to take photographs in i (auto) mode, an
automatic "point-and-shoot" mode in which the majority of settings
are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions, and
s
in which the flash will fire automatically if the subject is poorly lit. To
take photographs with the flash off while leaving the camera in
control of other settings, rotate the mode dial to j to select auto
(flash off) mode.

Step 1: Turn the Camera On

1
Turn the camera on.
Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on.
The control panel and viewfinder displays will
light.
2
Check the battery level.
Check the battery level in the viewfinder or control panel.
Control panel
L
K
J
I
H
H
(blinks)
Note: When camera is powered by optional EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter, battery level is not
displayed; instead, a 9 icon appears in the shooting information display (pg. 10).
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Viewfinder
— Battery fully charged.
— Battery partially discharged.
Low battery. Ready fully-charged spare battery or prepare to
d
charge battery.
d
Battery exhausted; shutter release disabled. Charge or
(blinks) exchange battery.
Power switch
Description