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Get SnapBridge Now! Use SnapBridge to control the camera remotely from your smartphone or tablet (smart device) and download pictures from the camera. Download It Free Today! SnapBridge is available free-of-charge from the Apple App Store®, on Google Play™, and from the following website: http://snapbridge.nikon.com Visit the Nikon website for the latest SnapBridge news.
Enhance your imaging experience with SnapBridge. Download photos from your camera to your smart device via an “always on” connection, making online photo sharing easier and less stressful than ever. Upload photos and thumbnails to the NIKON IMAGE SPACE cloud storage service.
To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the product. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: D This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. A This icon marks notes; information that should be read before using the camera.
Nikon User Support for India and Australia Contact a Nikon representative for technical assistance with the operation of your Nikon product or products. For information on the Nikon representatives in your area, visit http://www.nikon-asia.com/ support. ❚❚ The Menu Guide For more information on menu options and subjects such as how to connect the camera to a printer or television, download the camera Menu Guide from the Nikon website as described below.
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Table of Contents Package Contents ....................................................................... iv For Your Safety ........................................................................... xii Notices......................................................................................... xvi Introduction 1 Getting to Know the Camera ..................................................... 1 The Camera Body...................................................................................
More on Pairing and Connecting ............................................ 39 “Unable to Connect.” ......................................................................... 39 Pairing Problems ................................................................................. 39 Downloading Pictures....................................................................... 40 Tutorial 41 Camera Menus: An Overview ................................................... 41 Using Camera Menus.........................
User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes 83 Saving User Settings.......................................................................... 83 Recalling User Settings ..................................................................... 84 Resetting User Settings .................................................................... 85 Release Mode 86 Choosing a Release Mode......................................................... 86 Self-Timer Mode (E) ...............................................................
White Balance 130 White Balance Options ........................................................... 130 Fine-Tuning White Balance ................................................... 134 Choosing a Color Temperature............................................. 137 Preset Manual .......................................................................... 139 Viewfinder Photography ............................................................... 139 Live View (Spot White Balance)................................
Recording and Viewing Movies 179 Recording Movies .................................................................... 179 Using the i Button........................................................................... 183 The Live View Display: Movies ..................................................... 185 Viewing and Hiding Indicators .................................................... 187 Frame Size, Frame Rate, and Movie Quality............................ 188 Indices.................................
Protecting Photographs from Deletion .............................. 242 Rating Pictures ......................................................................... 243 Rating Individual Pictures ............................................................. 243 Rating Multiple Pictures................................................................. 244 Selecting Photos for Upload.................................................. 245 Selecting Individual Photos..................................................
Caring for the Camera ............................................................. 288 Storage ................................................................................................. 288 Cleaning ............................................................................................... 288 Image Sensor Cleaning................................................................... 289 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions..................... 296 Troubleshooting............................
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. DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a high risk of death or severe injury. WARNING: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in death or severe injury.
• Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the lens or camera. Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment. • Do not aim the flash or AF-assist illuminator at the operator of a motor vehicle. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents. • Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard.
• Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless features when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited. The radio-frequency emissions produced by this product could interfere with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities. • Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will not be used for an extended period. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.
WARNING (Batteries) • Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek immediate medical attention. • Do not immerse batteries in water or expose to rain. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Immediately dry the product with a towel or similar object should it become wet. • Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation.
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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. This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
Power Cable At voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the voltage in use, be at least AWG no. 18 gauge, and have SVG insulation or better with a NEMA 6P-15 plug rated for AC 250 V 15 A. Notice Concerning Prohibition of 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.
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. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
AVC Patent Portfolio License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
❚❚ Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The permission of the United States government is not required for export to countries other than the following, which as of this writing are subject to embargo or special controls: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria (list subject to change). The use of wireless devices may be prohibited in some countries or regions.
FCC/IC 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.
Security Although one of the benefits of this product is that it allows others to freely connect for the wireless exchange of data anywhere within its range, the following may occur if security is not enabled: • Data theft: Malicious third-parties may intercept wireless transmissions to steal user IDs, passwords, and other personal information. • Unauthorized access: Unauthorized users may gain access to the network and alter data or perform other malicious actions.
Introduction Getting to Know the Camera 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 the rest of the manual. The Camera Body Release mode dial ........................ 86 Mode dial...........................................6 Eyelet for camera strap................ 19 Mode dial lock release....................6 Release mode dial lock release ............................................
The Camera Body (Continued) 1 Built-in flash...........................55, 159 2 Stereo microphone ........... 183, 259 3 AF-assist illuminator ............52, 261 Self-timer lamp ..............................89 Red-eye reduction lamp .............................................. 160, 162 4 Mirror.......................................91, 292 5 Lens mounting mark ....................24 6 M/Y button .............. 159, 161, 167 7 Infrared receiver.......................... 176 8 D button..................
1 2 3 4 5 Sub-command dial.....................266 6 Power connector cover Fn1 button ...........................266, 267 7 Tripod socket Fn2 button ...........................266, 267 8 CPU contacts Battery-chamber cover .........21, 23 9 Lens mount ........................... 24, 116 Battery-chamber cover 10 AF coupling latch ..........................................21, 23 11 Body cap ...........................
The Camera Body (Continued) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 O/Q button.................60, 247, 268 K button ...............................59, 225 Tilting monitor ...............12, 14, 269 G button............................41, 250 L/U button ...........42, 130, 242 X/T button ...... 57, 97, 99, 240 W/Z button .................... 123, 225 R button............................. 187, 201 Viewfinder eyepiece ................ 9, 11 Eye sensor........................................13 Rubber eyecup ..........
A LCD Illuminators Rotating the power switch toward D activates the standby timer and control panel backlight (LCD illuminator), allowing the display to be read in the dark. After the power switch is released, the illuminators will remain lit for a few seconds while the standby timer is active or until the shutter is released or the power switch is rotated toward D again. Power switch D The Speaker Do not place the speaker in close proximity to magnetic devices.
The Mode Dial The camera offers the modes listed below. To choose a mode, press the mode dial lock release and rotate the mode dial. Mode dial Mode dial lock release 1 P, S, A, and M modes: P—Programmed auto...........73 S—Shutter-priority auto ......74 A—Aperture-priority auto ...75 M—Manual..............................76 2 Auto modes: i Auto ......................................48 j Auto (flash off)....................48 3 Special effects modes ..................64 4 U1 and U2 modes....................
A Beeps During Live View A beep may sound if you rotate the mode dial during live view. This does not indicate an error or malfunction.
The Control Panel The control panel shows a variety of camera settings when the camera is on. The items shown here appear the first time the camera is turned on; information on other settings can be found in the relevant sections of this manual. Shutter speed ..........................74, 76 Aperture (f-number)..............75, 76 ISO sensitivity .............................. 118 Number of exposures remaining.......................................47 5 Battery indicator ............................
The Viewfinder 1 Special effects mode indicator......................................... 64 2 Monochrome indicator ...... 64, 148 3 AF area brackets......................11, 51 4 “No memory card” indicator...... 21 5 1.3× DX crop ............................93, 94 6 Framing grid (displayed when On is selected for Custom Setting d6, Viewfinder grid display) ...264 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Focus points..................52, 107, 260 1.3× DX crop indicator ..........
Shutter speed ..........................74, 76 25 Exposure indicator ........................77 Exposure compensation Aperture (f-number)..............75, 76 display.......................................... 127 HDR indicator .............................. 156 26 Flash compensation Exposure/flash bracketing indicator ..................................... 167 indicator ...................................... 210 WB bracketing indicator ........... 215 27 Exposure compensation indicator .......................
The Diopter Adjustment Control Rotate the diopter adjustment control until the AF area brackets are in sharp focus. When operating the control with your eye to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye.
Using the Tilting Monitor The monitor can be angled as shown below. Normal use: The monitor is normally used in storage position. Low-angle shots: Tilt the monitor up to take shots in live view with the camera held low. High-angle shots: Tilt the monitor down to take shots in live view with the camera held high.
D Using the Monitor Rotate the monitor gently, stopping when you feel resistance. Do not use force. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the camera or monitor. If the camera is mounted on a tripod, care should be taken to ensure that the monitor does not contact the tripod. Do not lift or carry the camera by the monitor. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera. If the monitor is not being used to take photographs, return it to the storage position.
Using the Touch Screen The touch-sensitive monitor supports the following operations: Flick Flick a finger a short distance left or right across the monitor. Slide Slide a finger over the monitor. Stretch/Pinch Place two fingers on the monitor and move them apart or pinch them together.
❚❚ Using the Touch Screen During playback (0 228), the touch screen can be used to: • View other images • Zoom in or out • View thumbnails • View movies During live view, the touch screen can be used to take pictures (touch shutter; 0 16) or to measure a value for spot white balance (0 143). The touch screen can also be used for typing (0 270) or navigating the menus (0 45).
❚❚ Touch Photography (Touch Shutter) Touch the monitor to focus and lift your finger to take the photograph. Tap the icon shown in the illustration to choose the operation performed by tapping the monitor in shooting mode. Choose from the following options: Option Description Touch the monitor to position the focus point and focus (autofocus only; the touch shutter can not be used to focus when the (Touch shutter/AF: focus-mode selector is rotated to M to select 8 On) manual focus).
D Taking Pictures Using Touch Shooting Options The shutter-release button can be used to focus and take pictures even when the 8 icon is displayed to show that touch shooting options are active. Use the shutter-release button to take photographs in continuous shooting mode (0 86) and during movie recording. Touch shooting options can be used only to take pictures one at a time in continuous shooting mode and can not be used to take photographs during movie recording.
The Multi Selector In this manual, operations using the multi selector are represented by 1, 3, 4, and 2 icons.
First Steps Attach the Camera Strap Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. Charge the Battery Insert the battery and plug the charger in (depending on the country or region, the charger comes with either an AC wall adapter or a power cable). An exhausted battery will fully charge in about two hours and 35 minutes. • AC wall adapter: Insert the AC wall adapter into the charger AC inlet (q). Slide the AC wall adapter latch as shown (w) and rotate the adapter 90 ° to fix it in place (e).
• Power cable: After connecting the power cable with the plug in the orientation shown, insert the battery and plug the cable in. The CHARGE lamp will flash while the battery charges.
Insert the Battery and a Memory Card Before inserting or removing the battery or memory cards, confirm that power switch is in the OFF position. Insert the battery in the orientation shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted. Battery latch Holding the memory card in the orientation shown, slide it straight into the slot until it clicks into place.
D 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 or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
❚❚ Removing the Battery and 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 (q). The card can then be removed by hand (w). 16GB Removing the Battery To remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand.
Attach a Lens Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18– 140mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR. Remove the camera body cap Remove the rear lens cap Mounting mark (camera) Align the mounting marks Mounting mark (lens) Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place Be sure to remove the lens cap before taking pictures.
A Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. D CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings In the case of CPU lenses equipped with an aperture ring (0 280), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number).
Turn the Camera On When you first turn the camera on, you will be prompted to choose a language using the multi selector and J button. A connection wizard will be displayed; to pair the camera and smart device, proceed to “Connecting Using SnapBridge” (0 28). To proceed without using SnapBridge to pair the camera with the smart device, press G and use the multi selector and J button to set the camera clock. No other operations can be performed until the clock is set.
q w Select time zone e Select date format r Select daylight saving time option Set time and date (note that camera uses a 24-hour clock) D Restarting Pairing at a Later Date If you don’t finish pairing the first time you turn the camera on, you can start pairing at any time by selecting Connect to smart device in the camera setup menu (0 272).
Connecting Using SnapBridge Use SnapBridge to control the camera remotely from your smart device and download pictures from the camera. This section describes how to use the SnapBridge app for wireless connections between your camera and smart device. The instructions that follow refer to version 2.0 of the SnapBridge app; for information on the latest version, see the SnapBridge Connection Guide (pdf ), available for download from the following website: http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.
What SnapBridge Can Do for You Use the SnapBridge app to: • Download pictures as they are taken or select earlier photos for download • Take pictures remotely using the controls in the SnapBridge app; the pictures are downloaded to the smart device as they are taken • Upload smart device location data to the camera • Synchronize the camera clock to the time reported by the smart device • Imprint pictures with comments, the time of recording, and other information as they are taken 29
What You’ll Need Camera Smart device Memory card Battery 30
Readying the Smart Device Before connecting, ready your smart device by installing the SnapBridge app and enabling Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. 1 Search for “snapbridge” on the Apple App Store® (iOS) or Google Play™ (Android™) and install the SnapBridge app. Information on supported operating systems is available from the download site. This camera is not compatible with the SnapBridge 360/170 app. 2 Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on the smart device.
Pairing and Connecting Before pairing, confirm that there is space available on the camera memory card. To prevent unexpected interruptions, you should also check that the camera battery is fully charged. An Android smart device is used for illustrative purposes in the instructions that follow. 1 Camera: Press the G button and select the B icon to display the setup menu. G button 2 Camera: Select Connect to smart device in the setup menu, then highlight Start and press J.
3 Camera: Press J when the following message is displayed. 4 Camera: Confirm that the camera displays the message shown at right and ready the smart device. 5 Smart device: Launch the SnapBridge app and tap Pair with camera. If prompted to choose a camera, tap the camera name.
6 Smart device: Tap the camera name in the “Pair with camera” dialog. Users who are pairing a camera with an iOS device for the first time will first be presented with pairing instructions; after reading the instructions, scroll to the bottom of the display and tap Understood. If you are then prompted to choose an accessory, tap the camera name again (there may be some delay before the camera name is displayed).
8 Camera/smart device: Press J on the camera and tap PAIR on the smart device (the display varies with the device and operating system). 9 Camera/smart device: Complete pairing. • Camera: Press J when the message at right is displayed. • Smart device: Tap OK when the message at right is displayed.
10 Camera: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup. • To allow the camera to add location data to photos, select Yes in response to “Download location data from smart device?” and then enable location services on the smart device and enable Auto link options > Synchronize location data in the SnapBridge app tab.
Connection Tips Read this section for help connecting or downloading pictures from the camera. The Wi-Fi Prompt (iOS Only) SnapBridge usually relies on Bluetooth for connection between the camera and smart device, but will switch to Wi-Fi for remote photography and the like. In some versions of iOS, SnapBridge will prompt you to perform the switch manually, in which case you will need to follow the steps below. 1 After noting the camera network name (SSID) and password, tap View options.
3 When connecting via Wi-Fi for the first time, you will be prompted to enter the camera password. Enter the password you noted in Step 1 (note that passwords are case-sensitive). Once a connection is established, a ✔ will appear next to the camera SSID as shown at right; return to the SnapBridge app. You will not be required to enter a password when next you connect to the camera. The camera Wi-Fi SSID and password can be changed using the Wi-Fi > Network settings option in the camera setup menu.
More on Pairing and Connecting This section describes some situations you may encounter while using the SnapBridge app. “Unable to Connect.” If the camera displays a message stating that it was unable to connect, press J and return to Step 3 (0 33) of “Pairing and Connecting”. To cancel pairing, press the G button. Pairing Problems If you experience problems connecting to the camera, try: • Exiting and relaunching the SnapBridge app.
Downloading Pictures If you experience slow downloads or other problems downloading pictures to the smart device, end pairing and try pairing the devices again. 1 Smart device: In the SnapBridge app, open the tab, tap > Forget camera > D7500, and tap Yes to end pairing when prompted. Users of iOS will then need to request iOS to “forget” the camera as shown below.
Tutorial Camera Menus: An Overview Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 250) • C: Photo Shooting (0 252) • 1: Movie Shooting (0 257) • A: Custom Settings (0 260) • B: Setup (0 268) • N: Retouch (0 275) • O/m: MY MENU or RECENT SETTINGS (defaults to MY MENU; 0 278) Slider shows position in current menu. Current settings are shown by icons.
Using Camera Menus ❚❚ Menu Controls You can navigate the menus via the touch screen or using the multi selector and J button. 1: Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item 4: Cancel and return to previous menu 2: Select highlighted item or display sub-menu 3: Move cursor down A The d (Help) Icon If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, a description of the currently selected option or menu can be displayed by pressing the L (U) button.
❚❚ Navigating the Menus Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus. Press the G button to display the menus. G button 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. 4 Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu.
5 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. 8 Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the G button. Note the following: • Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available.
❚❚ Using the Touch Screen You can also navigate the menus using the following touch screen operations. Scroll Slide up or down to scroll. Choose a menu Tap a menu icon to choose a menu. Select options/ adjust settings Tap menu items to display options and tap icons or sliders to change. To exit without changing settings, tap 6.
The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining ❚❚ Battery Level The battery level is shown in the control panel and viewfinder. Control panel Control panel L K J I H 46 Viewfinder Viewfinder Description — Battery fully charged. — — Battery partially discharged. — d H d (flashes) (flashes) Low battery. Charge battery or ready spare battery. Shutter release disabled. Charge or exchange battery.
❚❚ Number of Exposures Remaining The control panel and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (values over 1000 are rounded down to the nearest hundred; e.g., values between 2100 and 2199 are shown as 2.1 k).
Basic Photography and Playback “Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes) This section describes how to take photographs in i and j modes. i and j are automatic “point-and-shoot” modes in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions; the only difference between the two is that the flash will not fire in j mode. 1 Turn the camera on. The information display and control panel will light.
2 Pressing the mode dial Mode dial lock release on top of the camera, rotate the mode dial to i or j. Mode dial lock release Photographs can be framed in the viewfinder or in the monitor (live view). To start live view, rotate the live view selector to C and press the a button.
3 Ready the camera. Viewfinder photography: When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Bring your elbows in against the sides of your chest. Live view: When framing photographs in the monitor, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the lens with your left. A Framing Photographs in Portrait (Tall) Orientation When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown below.
4 Frame the photograph. Viewfinder photography: Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in the AF area brackets. AF area brackets Live view: At default settings, the camera automatically detects faces and selects the focus point. If no face is detected, use the multi selector to position the focus point over the main subject.
5 Press the shutter-release button halfway. Viewfinder photography: Press the Focus point shutter-release button halfway to focus (the AF-assist illuminator may light if the subject is poorly lit). When the focus operation is complete, the active focus point and in-focus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder. Focus indicator In-focus indicator I F H F H (flashes) Description Subject in focus. Focus point is between camera and subject. Focus point is behind subject.
6 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light and the Memory card access photograph will be lamp displayed in the monitor for a few seconds. Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete. To end live view, press the a button.
A The Standby Timer (Viewfinder Photography) The viewfinder and some control panel displays will turn off if no operations are performed for about six seconds, reducing the drain on the battery. Press the shutter-release button halfway to reactivate the display. The length of time before the standby timer expires automatically can be selected using Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 263).
A The Built-in Flash If additional lighting is required for correct exposure in i mode, the built-in flash will pop up automatically when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. If the flash is raised, photographs can only be taken when the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed. If the flash-ready indicator is not displayed, the flash is charging; remove your finger briefly from the shutter-release button and try again.
Tips for Live View ❚❚ Viewing and Hiding Indicators Pressing the R button cycles through the following displays.
❚❚ Live View Zoom Preview Press the X (T) button to magnify the view in the monitor up to a maximum of about 17 ×. A navigation window will appear in a gray frame at the bottom right corner of the display. Use the multi selector to scroll to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor, or press W (Z) to zoom out.
D Shooting in Live View To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from interfering with photographs and exposure, the rubber eyecup can be removed and the viewfinder covered with the supplied eyepiece cap before shooting (0 90).
Basic Playback 1 Press the K button. A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. K button 2 View additional pictures. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2 or flicking a finger left or right over the display. To view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 and 3 (0 231). To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.
Deleting Unwanted Photographs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O (Q) button. Note that photographs can not be recovered once deleted. 1 Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described in “Basic Playback” (0 59). K button 2 Delete the photograph. Press the O (Q) button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press the O (Q) button again to delete the image and return to playback. To exit without deleting the picture, press K.
Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) 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 in “‘Pointand-Shoot’ Photography (i and j Modes)” (0 48).
❚❚ Scenes Option k l p m n o r s t 62 Description Use for portraits with soft, natural-looking skin tones. If the subject is far from the background or a Portrait telephoto lens is used, background details will be softened to lend the composition a sense of depth. Landscape Use for vivid landscape shots in daylight. 1, 2 Use for snapshots of children. Clothing and Child background details are vividly rendered, while skin tones remain soft and natural.
Option u Sunset v Dusk/Dawn w Pet Portrait x Candlelight Description Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. 1, 2 Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before dawn or after sunset. 1, 2 Use for portraits of active pets. 2 For photographs taken by candlelight. 1 Use for fields of flowers, orchards in bloom, and y Blossom other landscapes featuring expanses of blossoms. 1 Captures the brilliant reds and yellows in autumn z Autumn Colors leaves.
Special Effects Special effects can be used when taking photographs and shooting movies. Choosing Special Effects The following effects can be selected by rotating the mode dial to EFFECTS and rotating the main command dial until the desired option appears in the monitor. Mode dial Main command dial Monitor Note that the effect can not be changed during movie recording.
Option Description Create photos that appear to be pictures of dioramas. Works best when shooting from a high vantage point. Miniature effect movies play back at high speed, Miniature compressing about 45 minutes of footage shot at 1920 i Effect × 1080/30p into a silent movie that plays back in about three minutes. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 68). 1, 2 All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in Selective black and white. The effect can be adjusted in live view u Color (0 70).
Options Available in Live View Settings for the selected effect are adjusted in the live view display. ❚❚ e Photo Illustration 1 Select live view. Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. a button 2 Adjust outline thickness. Press J to display options. Press 4 or 2 to make outlines thicker or thinner. 3 Press J. Press J to exit when settings are complete.
❚❚ ' Toy Camera Effect 1 Select live view. Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. a button 2 Adjust options. Press J to display options. Press 1 or 3 to highlight Vividness or Vignetting and press 4 or 2 to change. Adjust vividness to make colors more or less saturated, vignetting to control the amount of vignetting. 3 Press J. Press J to exit when settings are complete.
❚❚ i Miniature Effect 1 Select live view. Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. a button 2 Position the focus point. Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that will be in focus and then press the shutterrelease button halfway to check focus. To temporarily clear miniature effect options from the display and enlarge the view in the monitor for precise focus, press X (T). Press W (Z) to restore the miniature effect display.
4 Adjust options. Press 4 or 2 to choose the orientation of the area that will be in focus and press 1 or 3 to adjust its width. 5 Press J. Press J to exit when settings are complete.
❚❚ u Selective Color 1 Select live view. Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. a button 2 Display options. Press J to display selective color options. 3 Select a color. Selected color Frame an object in the white square in the center of the display and press 1 to choose the color of the object as one that will remain in the final image (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color).
4 Choose the color range. Color range Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final image. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors. 5 Select additional colors. To select additional colors, rotate the main command dial to highlight another of the three color boxes at the top of the display and repeat Steps 3 and 4 to select another color. Repeat for a third color if desired.
P, S, A, and M Modes P, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Choosing a Mode Mode P S A M Description Programmed auto (0 73): Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to adjust camera settings. Shutter-priority auto (0 74): User chooses shutter speed; camera selects aperture for best results. Use to freeze or blur motion.
P: Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal exposure in most situations. A Flexible Program In mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the main command dial while the exposure meters are on (“flexible program”). Rotate the dial to the right for large apertures (low f-numbers) that blur background details or fast shutter speeds that “freeze” motion.
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. To choose a shutter speed, rotate the main command dial while the exposure meters are on. Shutter speed can be set to “v” or to values between 30 s and 1 /8000 s.
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. To choose an aperture between the minimum and maximum values for the lens, rotate the sub-command dial while the exposure meters are on. Sub-command dial Control panel Monitor A Beeps During Live View A beep may sound if you adjust aperture, use the live view selector, or rotate the mode dial during live view.
M: Manual In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the sub-command dial to set aperture. Shutter speed can be set to “v” or to values between 30 s and 1/8000 s, or the shutter can be held open indefinitely for a long time-exposure (A or %, 0 79). Aperture can be set to values between the minimum and maximum values for the lens. Use the exposure indicators to check exposure.
A AF Micro NIKKOR Lenses Provided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be taken into account when the lens aperture ring is used to set aperture. A The Exposure Indicators If a shutter speed other than “bulb” or “time” is selected, the exposure indicators show whether the photograph would be under- or overexposed at current settings.
A Beeps During Live View A beep may sound if you adjust aperture, use the live view selector, or rotate the mode dial during live view. This does not indicate an error or malfunction.
Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only) Select the following shutter speeds for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. • Bulb (A): The shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is held down. To prevent blur, use a tripod or Shutter speed: A (35-second exposure) an optional wireless remote controller Aperture: f/25 (0 287) or remote cord (0 287).
❚❚ Bulb 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial 2 Choose the shutter speed. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of “Bulb” (A). Main command dial Control panel Monitor 3 Take the photograph. After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or on the optional wireless remote controller or remote cord all the way down. Remove your finger from the shutter-release button when the exposure is complete.
❚❚ Time 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial 2 Choose the shutter speed. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial left to choose a shutter speed of “Time” (%). Main command dial Control panel Monitor 3 Open the shutter. After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional remote control, remote cord, or wireless remote controller all the way down. 4 Close the shutter. Repeat the operation performed in Step 3.
A ML-L3 Remote Controls If you will be using an ML-L3 remote control, select a remote control mode (Delayed remote, Quick-response remote, or Remote mirrorup) using the Remote control mode (ML-L3) option in the photo shooting menu (0 175). Note that if you are using an ML-L3 remote control, pictures will be taken in “Time” mode even when “Bulb”/A is selected for shutter speed.
User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes Assign frequently-used settings to the U1 and U2 positions on the mode dial. Saving User Settings 1 Select a mode. Mode dial Rotate the mode dial to the desired mode. 2 Adjust settings.
3 Select Save user settings. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Save user settings in the setup menu and press 2. G button 4 Select Save to U1 or Save to U2. Highlight Save to U1 or Save to U2 and press 2. 5 Save user settings. Highlight Save settings and press J to assign the settings selected in Steps 1 and 2 to the mode dial position selected in Step 4.
Resetting User Settings To reset settings for U1 or U2 to default values: 1 Select Reset user settings. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Reset user settings in the setup menu and press 2. G button 2 Select Reset U1 or Reset U2. Highlight Reset U1 or Reset U2 and press 2. 3 Reset user settings. Highlight Reset and press J.
Release Mode Choosing a Release Mode To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial so that the pointer aligns with the desired setting. Pointer Mode S CL CH Q QC E MUP 86 Description Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutterrelease button is pressed. Continuous low speed: While shutter-release button is held down, camera records 1–7 frames per second.
* Average frame rate with an EN-EL15a battery, continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster, remaining settings (or in the case of CL, remaining settings other than Custom Setting d1) at default values, and memory remaining in memory buffer. The stated rates may not be available under some conditions. Frame rates may drop at high ISO sensitivities (Hi 0.
A Live View If a continuous release mode is used during live view, photographs will be displayed in place of the view through the lens while the shutterrelease button is pressed. A See Also For information on: • Choosing the maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst, see A > Custom Setting d2 (Max. continuous release, 0 263). • The number of pictures that can be taken in a single burst, see “Memory Card Capacity” (0 347).
Self-Timer Mode (E) The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for selfportraits. 1 Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to E. Release mode dial 2 Frame the photograph and focus. The self-timer can not be used if the camera is unable to focus using single-servo AF or in other situations in which the shutter can not be released. 3 Start the timer. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer.
A Cover the Viewfinder When taking photos without your eye to the viewfinder, remove the rubber eyecup (q) and insert the supplied eyepiece cap as shown (w). This prevents light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in photographs or interfering with exposure. Hold the camera firmly when removing the rubber eyecup.
Mirror up Mode (MUP) Choose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. To use mirror-up mode, press the release mode dial lock release and rotate the release mode dial to MUP (mirror up). Release mode dial lock release Release mode dial After pressing the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to raise the mirror.
A Mirror up Mode A picture will be taken automatically if no operations are performed for about 30 s with the mirror raised. A Preventing Blur To prevent blurring caused by camera movement, press the shutterrelease button smoothly, or use an optional remote control, wireless remote controller, or remote cord (0 287). For information on using the optional ML-L3 remote control for mirror-up photography, see “Remote Control Photography” (0 175). Use of a tripod is recommended.
Image Recording Options Image Area Choose an image area from DX (24×16) and 1.3× (18×12). Option a DX (24×16) Z 1.3× (18×12) Description Pictures are recorded using a 23.5 × 15.7 mm image area (DX format). Pictures are recorded using a 18.0 × 12.0 mm image area, producing a telephoto effect without the need to change lenses. Viewfinder display Photo with DX image area (24×16) Photo with image area of 1.
A Image Area The selected option is shown in the display. Information display Shooting display A The Viewfinder Display A s icon is displayed in the viewfinder when the 1.3× DX crop is selected. 1.3× DX crop A See Also For information on: • The crops available for movie recording, see “The Movie Crop” (0 190). • The number of pictures that can be stored at different image area settings, see “Memory Card Capacity” (0 347).
The image area can be selected using the Choose image area option in the photo shooting menu or by pressing a control and rotating a command dial. ❚❚ The Choose Image Area Menu 1 Select Choose image area. Highlight Choose image area in the photo shooting menu and press 2. 2 Adjust settings. Choose an option and press J. The selected crop is displayed in the viewfinder (0 94). A Image Size Image size varies with the option selected for image area (0 99).
❚❚ Camera Controls 1 Assign image area selection to a camera control. Use Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment, 0 266) to assign Choose image area to a control. 2 Use the selected control to choose an image area. The image area can be selected by pressing the selected control and rotating the main or sub-command dial until the desired crop is displayed in the viewfinder (0 94).
Image Quality The D7500 supports the following image quality options: Option File type NEF (RAW) NEF NEF (RAW)+ JPEG fine★/ NEF (RAW)+ JPEG fine NEF (RAW)+ JPEG normal★/ NEF (RAW)+ JPEG normal NEF (RAW)+ JPEG basic★/ NEF (RAW)+ JPEG basic JPEG fine★/ JPEG fine JPEG normal★/ JPEG normal JPEG basic★/ JPEG basic Description RAW data from the image sensor are saved without additional processing. Settings such as white balance and contrast can be adjusted after shooting.
Image quality can be set by pressing the X (T) button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the information display. X (T) button Main command dial A JPEG Compression Image quality options with a star (“★”) use compression intended to ensure maximum quality; the size of the files varies with the scene. Options without a star use a type of compression designed to produce smaller files; files tend to be roughly the same size regardless of the scene recorded.
Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. Choose from # Large, $ Medium, or % Small (note that image size varies depending on the option selected for Choose image area, 0 93): Image area Option Large Medium Small Large Medium Small DX (24×16) 1.3× (18×12) Size (pixels) 5568 × 3712 4176 × 2784 2784 × 1856 4272 × 2848 3200 × 2136 2128 × 1424 Image size can be set by pressing the X (T) button and rotating the sub-command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the information display.
Focus Focus can be adjusted automatically (0 100) or manually (0 115). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 107) or use focus lock to focus and recompose photographs after focusing (0 111). Autofocus To use autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF.
The following autofocus modes can be selected during live view: Mode Description Single-servo AF: For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. You can also focus by AF-S touching your subject in the monitor, in which case focus locks until you lift your finger from the display to take the photograph. Full-time servo AF: For moving subjects. Camera focuses continuously until shutter-release button is pressed. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
A Predictive Focus Tracking (Viewfinder Photography) In AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is selected in AF-A mode, the camera will initiate predictive focus tracking if the subject moves toward or away from the camera while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. This allows the camera to track focus while attempting to predict where the subject will be when the shutter is released.
AF-Area Mode AF-area mode controls how the camera selects the focus-point for autofocus. The following options are available during viewfinder photography: • Single-point AF: Select the focus point; the camera will focus on the subject in the selected focus point only. Use with stationary subjects. • Dynamic-area AF: Select the focus point. In AF-A and AF-C focus modes, the camera will focus based on information from surrounding focus points if the subject briefly leaves the selected point.
• 3D-tracking: Select the focus point. In AF-A and AF-C focus modes, the camera will track subjects that leave the selected focus point and select new focus points as required. Use to quickly compose pictures with subjects that are moving erratically from side to side (e.g., tennis players). If the subject leaves viewfinder, remove your finger from the shutter-release button and recompose the photograph with the subject in the selected focus point.
A 3D-tracking When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the colors in the area surrounding the focus point are stored in the camera. Consequently 3D-tracking may not produce the desired results with subjects that are similar in color to the background or that occupy a very small area of the frame.
The following AF-area modes can be selected during live view: • ! Face-priority AF: Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces are detected, the camera will focus on the closest subject; to choose a different subject, use the multi selector).
• & Subject-tracking AF: Use the multi selector to position the focus point over your subject and press J to start tracking. The focus point will track the selected subject as it moves through the frame. To end tracking, press J again. Alternatively, you can start tracking by touching your subject in the monitor; to end tracking and take a photograph, lift your finger from the screen.
AF-area mode can be selected by pressing the AF-mode button and rotating the subcommand dial until the desired setting is displayed.
A AF-Area Mode (Viewfinder Photography) AF-area mode is shown in the control panel and viewfinder. AF-area mode Control panel Viewfinder Viewfinder focus-point display Single-point AF 9-point dynamicarea AF * 21-point dynamicarea AF * 51-point dynamicarea AF * 3D-tracking Group-area AF Auto-area AF * Only active focus point is displayed in the viewfinder. Remaining focus points provide information to assist focus operation.
D Using Autofocus in Live View Use an AF-S or AF-P lens. The desired results may not be achieved with other lenses or teleconverters. Note that in live view, autofocus is slower and the monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses. The focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus.
Focus Lock Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 114), focus lock can also be used to recompose the photograph after focusing on another object at the same distance as your original subject. Focus lock is most effective when an option other than auto-area AF is selected for AF-area mode (0 103). 1 Focus.
2 Lock focus. AF-A and AF-C focus modes (viewfinder photography): With the shutter-release button pressed halfway (q), press the A AE-L/AF-L button (w) to lock both focus and exposure (an AE-L icon will be displayed in the viewfinder). Focus will remain locked while the A AE-L/ AF-L button is pressed, even if you later remove your finger from the shutterrelease button.
3 Recompose the photograph and shoot. Focus will remain locked between shots if you keep the shutter-release button pressed halfway (AF-S and live view) or keep the A AE-L/AF-L button pressed, allowing several photographs in succession to be taken at the same focus setting. Viewfinder photography Live view Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject while focus lock is in effect. If the subject moves, focus again at the new distance.
A Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (I) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus. In these cases, focus manually (0 115) or use focus lock (0 111) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.
Manual Focus Manual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the desired results (0 114). • AF lenses: Set the lens focus Focus-mode selector mode switch (if present) and camera focus-mode selector to M. D AF Lenses Do not use AF lenses with the lens focus mode switch set to M and the camera focus-mode selector set to AF. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera or lens.
❚❚ The Electronic Rangefinder (Viewfinder Photography) The viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the subject in the selected focus point is in focus (the focus point can be selected from any of the 51 focus points). After positioning the subject in the selected focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens focus ring until the in-focus indicator (I) is displayed.
A Live View Press the X (T) button to zoom in for precise focus in live view (0 57).
ISO Sensitivity The camera’s sensitivity to light can be adjusted according to the amount of light available. ISO Sensitivity Settings Choose from settings that range from ISO 100 and ISO 51200 in steps equivalent to 1/3 EV. Settings of from about 0.3 to 1 EV below ISO 100 and 0.3 to 5 EV above ISO 51200 are also available for special situations. Auto, scene, and special effect modes also offer an AUTO option, which allows the camera to set ISO sensitivity automatically in response to lighting conditions.
A The Photo Shooting Menu ISO sensitivity can also be adjusted from the photo shooting menu. Choose ISO sensitivity settings in photo shooting menu to adjust settings for photographs (0 253). A Live View In live view, the selected value is displayed in the monitor.
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) If On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the photo shooting menu, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected by the user (ISO sensitivity is adjusted appropriately when the flash is used). 1 Select Auto ISO sensitivity control. Select ISO sensitivity settings in the photo shooting menu, highlight Auto ISO sensitivity control and press 2.
3 Adjust settings. The maximum value for auto ISO sensitivity can be selected using Maximum sensitivity (the minimum value for auto ISO sensitivity is automatically set to ISO 100; note that if the ISO sensitivity selected by the user is higher than that chosen for Maximum sensitivity, the value selected by the user will be used instead).
A Live View In live view, the auto ISO sensitivity control indicator is displayed in the monitor. A Minimum Shutter Speed Auto shutter-speed selection can be fine-tuned by highlighting Auto and pressing 2: for example, values faster than those usually selected automatically can be used with telephoto lenses to reduce blur. Note, however, that Auto functions only with CPU lenses.
Exposure Metering (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Choose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatically). Option a Z b 4 Description Matrix: Produces natural results in most situations.
To choose a metering option, press the W (Z) button and rotate the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed. W (Z) button Main command dial Control panel A Live View In live view, the selected option is displayed in the monitor. A Highlight-Weighted Metering Center-weighted metering may be used if highlight-weighted metering is selected with certain CPU lenses (AI-P NIKKOR lenses and AF lenses that are not of type G, E, or D; 0 280).
Autoexposure Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using center-weighted metering and spot metering (0 123) to meter exposure. 1 Lock exposure. Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutterrelease button halfway. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the A AE-L/ AF-L button to lock exposure (if you are using autofocus, confirm that the I in-focus indicator appears in the viewfinder).
2 Recompose the photograph. Keeping the A AE-L/AF-L button pressed, recompose the photograph and shoot. A Spot Metering In spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered at the selected focus point.
Exposure Compensation (P, S, A, M, SCENE, and EFFECTS Modes Only) 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 (0 123). Choose from values between –5 EV (underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure) in increments of 1/3 EV. In general, positive values make the subject brighter while negative values make it darker.
At values other than ±0.0, the 0 at the center of the exposure indicators will flash (except in mode M) and a E icon will be displayed in the control panel and viewfinder after you release the E button. The current value for exposure compensation can be confirmed in the exposure indicator by pressing the E button. Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure compensation to ±0.
A See Also For information on: • Choosing the size of the increments available for exposure compensation, see A > Custom Setting b2 (EV steps for exposure cntrl, 0 262). • Making adjustments to exposure compensation without pressing the E button, see A > Custom Setting b3 (Easy exposure compensation, 0 262). • Automatically varying exposure, flash level, white balance, or Active D-Lighting, see “Bracketing” (0 209).
White Balance (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. White Balance Options In modes other than P, S, A, and M, white balance is set automatically by the camera. Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources in P, S, A, and M modes, but other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source: Option (Color temp.
Option (Color temp. *) H Direct sunlight (5200 K) N Flash (5400 K) G Cloudy (6000 K) Description Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight. For flash photography. Use in daylight under overcast skies. Use in daylight with subjects in the M Shade (8000 K) shade. Choose color temp. Choose color temperature from list K (2500–10,000 K) of values (0 137). Use subject, light source, or existing photograph as reference for white L Preset manual balance (0 139).
A The Shooting Menus White balance can also be adjusted using the White balance option in the photo or movie shooting menu (0 254, 258), which also can be used to fine-tune white balance (0 134) or manage white-balance presets (0 139). The Auto option in the White balance menu offers a choice of Normal and Keep warm lighting colors, which preserves the warm colors produced by incandescent lighting, while the I Fluorescent option can be used to select the light source from the bulb types.
A Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions. Color temperature is an objective measure of the color of a light source, defined with reference to the temperature to which an object would have to be heated to radiate light in the same wavelengths. While light sources with a color temperature in the neighborhood of 5000–5500 K appear white, light sources with a lower color temperature, such as incandescent light bulbs, appear slightly yellow or red.
Fine-Tuning White Balance At settings other than K (Choose color temp.), 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. ❚❚ The White Balance Menu To fine-tune white balance from the photo shooting menu, select White balance and follow the steps below. 1 Display fine-tuning options.
3 Press J. Press J to save settings and return to the photo shooting menu. ❚❚ The L (U) Button At settings other than K (Choose color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the L (U) button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)–blue (B) axis (0 134; to finetune white balance when L is L (U) button Sub-command dial selected, use the shooting menus as described in “FineTuning Preset Manual White Balance”, 0 147).
A White Balance Fine-Tuning If white balance has been fine-tuned, an asterisk (“E”) will be displayed next to the white balance setting. Note that the colors on the finetuning axes are relative, not absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm” setting such as J (Incandescent) is selected for white balance will make photographs slightly “colder” but will not actually make them blue.
Choosing a Color Temperature Follow the steps below to choose a color temperature when K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance. D Choose Color Temperature Note that the desired results will not be obtained with flash or fluorescent lighting. Choose N (Flash) or I (Fluorescent) for these sources. With other light sources, take a test shot to determine if the selected value is appropriate.
3 Press J. Press J to save changes and return to the shooting menus. If a value other than 0 is selected for the green (G)–magenta (M) axis, an asterisk (“E”) will be displayed next to the K icon. ❚❚ The L (U) Button When K (Choose color temp.) is selected, the L (U) button can be used to select the color temperature, although only for the amber (A)–blue (B) axis.
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. The camera can store up to six values for preset manual white balance in presets d-1 through d-6.
2 Set white balance to L (Preset manual). Press the L (U) button and rotate the main command dial until L is displayed in the information display. L (U) button Main command dial 3 Select a preset. Press the L (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed in the information display.
4 Select direct measurement mode. Release the L (U) button briefly and then press the button until D starts to flash in the control panel and viewfinder. 5 Measure white balance. In the few seconds 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. The camera will measure a value for white balance and store it in the preset selected in Step 3.
6 Check the results. If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, C will flash in the control panel, while the viewfinder will show a flashing a. Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance. A flashing b a will appear in the control panel and viewfinder. Press the shutter-release button halfway to return to Step 5 and measure white balance again.
Live View (Spot White Balance) During live view, white balance can be measured in a selected area of the frame, eliminating the need to prepare a reference object or change lenses during telephoto photography. 1 Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. 2 Set white balance to L (Preset manual). Press the L (U) button and rotate the main command dial until L is displayed in the monitor.
3 Select a preset. Press the L (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed in the monitor. L (U) button Sub-command dial 4 Select direct measurement mode. Release the L (U) button briefly and then press the button until the L icon in the monitor starts to flash. A spot white balance target (r) will be displayed at the selected focus point. 5 Position the target over a white or grey area.
6 Measure white balance. Press J or press the shutter-release button all the way down to measure white balance. The time available to measure white balance is that selected for Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay) > Live view (0 263). If the camera is unable to measure white balance, a message will be displayed. Choose a new white balance target and repeat the process from Step 5. 7 Exit direct measurement mode. Press the L (U) button to exit direct measurement mode.
Managing Presets ❚❚ Copying White Balance from a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a selected preset. 1 Select Preset manual. Select White balance in the photo shooting menu, then highlight Preset manual and press 2. 2 Select a destination. Highlight the destination preset (d-1 to d-6) and press W (Z). 3 Choose Select image. Highlight Select image and press 2. 4 Highlight a source image. Highlight the source image.
5 Copy white balance. Press J to copy the white balance value for the highlighted photograph to the selected preset. If the highlighted photograph has a comment (0 270), the comment will be copied to the comment for the selected preset. A Fine-Tuning Preset Manual White Balance The selected preset can be fine-tuned by selecting Fine-tune and adjusting white balance as described in “Fine-Tuning White Balance” (0 134).
Image Enhancement Picture Controls (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) In P, S, A, and M modes, your choice of Picture Control determines how pictures are processed (in other modes, the camera selects a Picture Control automatically). Selecting a Picture Control Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene. Option n Q R S T e f q 148 Description The camera automatically adjusts hues and tones based on the Standard Picture Control.
1 Select Set Picture Control. Highlight Set Picture Control in the photo shooting menu and press 2. 2 Select a Picture Control. Highlight a Picture Control and press J. A Custom Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the photo or movie shooting menu (0 254, 258). Custom Picture Controls can be saved to a memory card for sharing among other cameras of the same model and compatible software.
Modifying Picture Controls Existing preset or custom Picture Controls (0 149) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control in the Picture Control list (0 148) and press 2. 2 Adjust settings.
❚❚ Picture Control Settings Option Manual adjustments Description Mute or heighten the effect of the selected Picture Quick adjust Control (note that this resets all manual adjustments). Not available with custom Picture Controls (0 149). Control the sharpness of outlines. Select A to adjust Sharpening sharpening automatically according to the type of scene. Adjust clarity manually or select A to let the camera adjust clarity automatically.
A Switching Between Manual and Auto Press the X (T) button to switch back and forth between manual and auto (A) settings for sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation. A Previous Settings The j indicator under the value display in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting. Use this as a reference when adjusting settings. A Filter Effects (Monochrome Only) The options in this menu simulate the effect of color filters on monochrome photographs.
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs 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. It is most effective when used with matrix metering (0 123).
To use Active D-Lighting: 1 Select Active D-Lighting. Highlight Active D-Lighting in the photo shooting menu and press 2. 2 Choose an option. Highlight the desired option and press J. If Y Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust Active D-Lighting according to shooting conditions (in mode M, however, Y Auto is equivalent to Q Normal). D Active D-Lighting Noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) may appear in photographs taken with Active D-Lighting.
High Dynamic Range (HDR) Used with high-contrast subjects, High Dynamic Range (HDR) preserves details in highlights and shadows by combining two shots taken at different exposures. HDR is most effective when used with matrix metering (0 123; with spot or center-weighted metering and a non-CPU lens, a strength of Auto is equivalent to Normal). It can not be used to record NEF (RAW) images.
2 Select a mode. Highlight HDR mode and press 2. Highlight one of the following and press J. • To take a series of HDR photographs, select 6 On (series). HDR shooting will continue until you select Off for HDR mode. • To take one HDR photograph, select On (single photo). Normal shooting will resume automatically after you have created a single HDR photograph. • To exit without creating additional HDR photographs, select Off.
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. l j will flash in the control panel and l l in the viewfinder while the images are combined; no photographs can be taken until recording is complete. Regardless of the option currently selected for release mode, only one photograph will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
A The BKT Button If HDR (high dynamic range) is selected for Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment) > BKT button + y (0 266), you can select the HDR mode by pressing the BKT button and rotating the main command dial and the strength by pressing the BKT button and rotating the sub-command dial.
Flash Photography Using the Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used not only when natural lighting is inadequate but to fill in shadows and backlit subjects or to add a catch light to the subject’s eyes. Auto Pop-up Modes In i, k, p, n, o, s, w, f, d, e, and ' modes, the built-in flash automatically pops up and fires as required. 1 Choose a flash mode. Keeping the M (Y) button pressed, rotate the main command dial until the desired flash mode is displayed.
2 Take pictures. The flash will pop up as required when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway and fire when a photograph is taken. If the flash does not pop up automatically, DO NOT attempt to raise it by hand. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the flash. ❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available: Auto flash: When lighting is poor or the subject is backlit, the flash pops up automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and fires as required.
Manual Pop-up Modes In P, S, A, M, and 0 modes, the flash must be raised manually. The flash will not fire if it is not raised. 1 Raise the flash. Press the M (Y) button to raise the flash. Note that if the flash is off or an optional external flash unit is attached, the built-in flash will not pop up; proceed to Step 2. M (Y) button 2 Choose a flash mode (P, S, A, and M modes only). Keeping the M (Y) button pressed, rotate the main command dial until the desired flash mode is displayed.
❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available: Fill flash: The flash fires with every shot. Red-eye reduction: Use for portraits. The flash fires with every shot, but before it fires, the red-eye reduction lamp lights to help reduce “red-eye.” Not available in 0 mode. Red-eye reduction with slow sync: As for “red-eye reduction”, above, except that shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light.
A Lowering the Built-in Flash To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place. D The Built-in Flash Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of approximately 0.6 m (2 ft) and can not be used in the macro range of zoom lenses with a macro function. Use lenses with focal lengths of 16 mm to 300 mm; peripheral illumination may drop if the flash is used with lenses with focal lengths under 16 mm.
Flash Control Mode In P, S, A, and M modes, the flash control mode for the built-in flash can be selected using the Flash control > Flash control mode (built-in) option in the photo shooting menu. The options available vary with the item selected. Option TTL Manual Repeating flash Description Flash level is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions. Flash level is selected using Manual output amount.
A Flash Control for Optional Flash Units When an optional flash unit is connected, the Flash control > Flash control mode (built-in) option in the photo shooting menu changes to Flash control mode (external). A Flash Control Mode In i-TTL flash control, the camera sets the flash level based on light reflected from a series of nearly invisible preflashes (monitor preflashes) emitted immediately before the main flash fires.
A Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. 100 1.4 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 16 200 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 16 22 Aperture at ISO equivalent of Approximate range 400 800 1600 3200 6400 12800 m ft 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 16 0.7–8.5 2ft 4in.–27ft 10in. 4 5.6 8 11 16 22 0.6–6.0 2ft–19ft 8in. 5.6 8 11 16 22 32 0.6–4.2 2ft–13ft 9in. 8 11 16 22 32 — 0.6–3.0 2ft–9ft 10in. 11 16 22 32 — — 0.6–2.1 2ft–6ft 10in. 16 22 32 — — — 0.6–1.5 2ft–4ft 11in. 22 32 — — — — 0.6–1.
Flash Compensation (P, S, A, M, and SCENE Modes Only) Flash compensation is used to alter flash output by from –3EV to +1EV in increments of 1/3 EV, 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. Press the M (Y) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired value is displayed.
At values other than ±0.0, a Y icon will be displayed after you release the M (Y) button. The current value for flash compensation can be confirmed by pressing the M (Y) button. Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0. Except in SCENE mode, flash compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off (in SCENE mode, flash compensation will be reset when another mode is selected or the camera is turned off ).
FV Lock This feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash output is appropriate to the subject even when the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame. Flash output is adjusted automatically for any changes in ISO sensitivity and aperture. To use FV lock: 1 Assign FV lock to a camera control. Assign FV lock to a control using Custom Setting f1 (Custom control assignment, 0 266). 2 Select TTL flash control.
4 Focus. Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. 5 Lock flash level. After confirming that the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed, press the control selected in Step 1. The flash will emit a monitor preflash to determine the appropriate flash level. Flash output will be locked at this level and an FV lock icon (e) will appear in the display. 6 Recompose the photograph. 7 Take the photograph.
A Metering When the built-in flash is used without an external flash unit, the metering area for FV lock is confined to a 4-mm circle in the center of the frame. When the built-in flash is used as a master flash controlling remote flash units, the camera meters the entire frame.
Viewing Information for the Built-in Flash In modes P, S, A, and M, you can press the R button to view flash info in the information display (0 201) when the built-in flash is raised. The information displayed varies with the flash control mode. ❚❚ TTL 1 2 3 4 Flash-ready indicator ...................55 Flash control mode.....................164 Flash mode ...................................162 Flash compensation ...................
A Flash Info and Camera Settings The flash information display shows selected camera settings, including shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity.
Optional Flash Units You can: • Mount an optional flash unit on the accessory shoe (see the manual provided with the flash unit) • Control remote flash units with optical signals from the built-in flash (see the Menu Guide) • Control remote flash units with optical signals from an optional flash unit mounted on the accessory shoe (see the Menu Guide) • Mount an SB-5000 on the accessory shoe to control remote flash units with radio signals transmitted via a WR-R10, using settings chosen with the SB-5000 (
Remote Control Photography Using an Optional ML-L3 Remote Control The optional ML-L3 remote control (0 287) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. 1 Select Remote control mode (ML-L3). Highlight Remote control mode (ML-L3) in the photo shooting menu and press 2. 2 Choose a remote control mode. Highlight one of the following options and press J. Option Description Shutter is released 2 s after ML-L3 shutter% Delayed remote release button is pressed.
4 Take the photograph. From a distance of 5 m (16 ft) or less, aim the transmitter on the ML-L3 at the infrared receiver on the camera and press the ML-L3 shutter-release button. In delayed remote mode, the self-timer lamp will light for about two seconds before the shutter is released. In quick-response remote mode, the self-timer lamp will flash after the shutter has been released.
A Using the Built-in Flash Before taking a photograph with the flash in manual pop-up modes (0 161), press the M (Y) button to raise the flash and wait for the flash-ready indicator (M) to be displayed (0 55). Shooting will be interrupted if the flash is raised while remote control mode is in effect. If the flash is required, the camera will only respond to the ML-L3 shutter-release button once the flash has charged.
A Exiting Remote Control Mode Remote control is cancelled automatically if no photograph is taken before the time selected for Custom Setting c5 (Remote on duration (ML-L3), 0 263), Off is selected for Remote control mode (ML-L3), a two-button reset is performed (0 206), or shooting options are reset using Reset photo shooting menu (0 252).
Recording and Viewing Movies Recording Movies Movies can be recorded in live view. 1 Rotate the live view selector to 1 (movie live view). Live view selector 2 Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor, modified for the effects of exposure. The subject will no longer be visible in the viewfinder. a button A The 0 Icon A 0 icon (0 185) indicates that movies can not be recorded.
3 Focus. Frame the opening shot and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus; to zoom in for precise focus as describe in “Live View Zoom Preview” (0 57), press the X (T) button. Note that the number of subjects that can be detected in face-priority AF drops during movie recording.
4 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to start recording. A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Exposure can be locked by pressing the A AE-L/AF-L button Movie-record button (0 125) or altered by up to ±3 EV in steps of 1/3 EV using exposure Recording indicator compensation (0 127); spot metering is not available. In autofocus mode, the camera can be refocused by pressing the shutter-release button halfway or by tapping your subject in the monitor.
5 End recording. Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, or the memory card is full (note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before the maximum length is reached). 6 Exit live view. Press the a button to exit live view. A See Also For information on: • Choosing how the camera focuses in movie mode, see “Autofocus” (0 100). • Focusing using the lens focus ring, see “Manual Focus” (0 115).
Using the i Button The options listed below can be accessed by pressing the i button in movie mode. Use the touch screen or navigate the menu using the multi selector and J button, using the multi selector to highlight items, pressing 2 to view options, and pressing J to select the highlighted option and return to the i-button menu. Press the i button again to exit to the shooting display. i button Option Description Choose image area Choose image area for movies (0 190).
Option Set Picture Control Monitor brightness Multi-selector power aperture Highlight display Description Choose Picture Control used for movies (0 148). Press 1 or 3 to adjust monitor brightness (note that this affects live view only and has no effect on photographs or movies or on the brightness of the monitor for menus or playback; 0 269). Select Enable to enable power aperture. Press 1 to widen the aperture, 3 to narrow the aperture.
The Live View Display: Movies Item q “No movie” icon w e r t y u i o !0 !1 Description Indicates that movies can not be recorded. Volume of audio output to headphones. Headphone volume Displayed when third-party headphones are connected (0 184). Microphone Microphone sensitivity (0 183). sensitivity Sound level for audio recording. Displayed in red Sound level if level is too high; adjust microphone sensitivity accordingly. Time remaining The recording time available for movies.
D The Count Down Display A count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically (the timer turns red if live view is about to end to protect the internal circuits or, if an option other than No limit is selected for Custom Setting c4—Monitor off delay > Live view; 0 263—5 s before the monitor is due to turn off automatically). Depending on shooting conditions, the timer may appear immediately when live view is selected.
Viewing and Hiding Indicators To hide or display indicators in the monitor, press the R button.
Frame Size, Frame Rate, and Movie Quality The Frame size/frame rate option in the movie shooting menu is used to choose the movie frame size (in pixels) and frame rate. You can also choose from two Movie quality options: high and normal. Together, these options determine the maximum bit rate, as shown in the following table.
Indices If Index marking is assigned to a control using Custom Setting g1 (Custom control assignment, 0 267), you can press the selected control during recording to add indices that can be used to locate frames during editing and playback (0 195; note that indices can not be added in i mode). Up to 20 indices can be added to each movie. Index A See Also For information on: • Frame size, frame rate, microphone sensitivity, and ISO sensitivity, see “The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options” (0 257).
The Movie Crop Movies have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 and are recorded using a crop that varies with the frame size and the option selected for Choose image area in the movie shooting menu (0 188, 257). 1920 × 1080 and 1280 × 720 (DX) 1920 × 1080 and 1280 × 720 (1.3×) 3840 × 2160 Movie crop sizes are given below: • At a frame size of 3840 × 2160, the movie crop is approximately 16.2 × 9.1 mm, regardless of the option selected for Choose image area. The apparent focal length is approximately 1.
Taking Photos in Movie Mode To take photos in movie mode (either in live view or during movie recording), select Take photos for Custom Setting g1 (Custom control assignment) > Shutter-release button (0 267). Photos with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 can then be taken at any time by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down. If movie recording is in progress, recording will end and the footage recorded to that point will be saved.
❚❚ Image Size The size of photos taken in movie mode varies with the movie frame size (0 188) and, in the case of photos taken at frame sizes of 1920 × 1080 and 1280 × 720, with the image area and the option selected for Image size in the photo shooting menu (0 99). Frame size 3840 × 2160 Image area Image size — DX 1920 × 1080 1280 × 720 1.
D Recording Movies Movies are recorded in the sRGB color space. Flicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the monitor and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps or with subjects that are in motion, particularly if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves horizontally at high speed through frame (for information on reducing flicker and banding, see Flicker reduction, 0 259). Flicker may also appear while power aperture is in use.
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 225). Tap the a icon in the monitor or press J to start playback; your current position is indicated by the movie progress bar. 1 icon Length a icon Current position/total length Movie progress bar Volume Guide The following operations can be performed: To Pause Play Rewind/advance Start slow-motion playback 194 Description Press 3 to pause playback.
To Skip 10 s Skip ahead/back Adjust volume Trim movie Exit Description Rotate the main command dial one stop to skip ahead or back 10 s. Rotate the sub-command dial to skip to the next or previous index, or to skip to the last or first frame if the movie contains no indices. Press X (T) to increase volume, W (Z) to decrease. Press the i button to view movie editing options (0 196). Press 1 or K to exit to full-frame playback.
Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option 9 Choose start/end point 4 Save selected frame Description Create a copy from which unwanted footage has been removed. Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. Trimming Movies To create trimmed copies of movies: 1 Display a movie full frame (0 225). 2 Pause the movie on the new opening frame.
3 Select Choose start/end point. Press the i button, then highlight Choose start/end point and press J. 4 Select Start point. To create a copy that begins from the current frame, highlight Start point and press J. The frames before the current frame will be removed when you save the copy in Step 9. Start point 5 Confirm the new start point.
6 Choose the end point. Press L (U) to switch from the start point (w) to the end point (x) selection tool and then select the closing frame as described in Step 5. The frames after the selected frame will be removed when you save the copy in L (U) button Step 9. End point 7 Create the copy. Once the desired closing frame is displayed, press 1. 8 Preview the movie. To preview the copy, highlight Preview and press J (to interrupt the preview and return to the save options menu, press 1).
9 Save the copy. Highlight Save as new file and press J to save the copy to a new file. To replace the original movie file with the edited copy, highlight Overwrite existing file and press J. A Trimming Movies Movies must be at least two seconds long. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card. Copies have the same time and date of creation as the original.
Saving Selected Frames To save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still: 1 Pause the movie on the desired frame. Play the movie back as described in “Viewing Movies” (0 194), pressing J to start and resume playback and 3 to pause. Pause the movie at the frame you intend to copy. 2 Choose Save selected frame. Press the i button, then highlight Save selected frame and press J to create a JPEG copy of the current frame (0 97).
Other Shooting Options The R Button (Viewfinder Photography) During viewfinder photography, you can press the R button to view an information display in the monitor listing such data as shutter speed, aperture, number of exposures remaining, and AFarea mode. R button Shooting mode ................................6 9 Image area indicator.................... 93 Flexible program indicator ......... 73 10 “k” (appears when memory remains for over 1000 Flash sync indicator....................265 exposures).....
12 Exposure indicator ........................77 Exposure compensation display.......................................... 127 Bracketing progress indicator Exposure and flash bracketing........................... 210 WB bracketing....................... 215 13 White balance ............................. 130 White balance fine-tuning indicator ...................................... 134 14 Image comment indicator ....... 270 15 Copyright information .............. 271 16 Image size.............................
23 Bluetooth connection indicator .......................................................273 Airplane mode.............................272 24 Wi-Fi connection indicator ..............................................272, 273 Eye-Fi connection indicator .....273 25 Satellite signal indicator............224 26 Long exposure noise reduction indicator.......................................255 27 Vignette control indicator ........255 28 Auto distortion control..............
A See Also For information on changing the color of the lettering in the information display, see B > Information display (0 269). A The Y (“Clock Not Set”) Icon The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed or the camera is powered by an optional power connector and AC adapter (0 287). Two days of charging will power the clock for about three months.
The i Button To access the options below, press the i button during viewfinder and live view photography. Use the touch screen or navigate the menu using the multi selector and J button, using the multi selector to highlight items and pressing J to view options. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.
Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the W (Z) and E buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The control panel turns off briefly while settings are reset.
1 Current Picture Control only. 2 HDR strength is not reset. 3 If multiple exposure is currently in progress, shooting will end and multiple exposure will be created from exposures recorded to that point. Gain and number of shots are not reset. 4 If interval timer shooting is currently in progress, shooting will end. Starting date, time, shooting interval, number of intervals and shots, and exposure smoothing are not reset.
Option Default Focus point 1 Center Exposure preview Off Multi-selector power aperture Disable Highlight display Off Headphone volume 15 Metering Matrix AE lock hold Off Bracketing Off 2 Flash compensation Off Exposure compensation Off Flash mode i, k, p, n, w, f, d, ' Auto s Auto+red-eye reduction o Auto+slow sync 0, P, S, A, M Fill flash e Off FV lock Off Flexible program Off Exposure delay mode Off 1 Focus point not displayed if auto-area AF is selected for AF-area mode.
Bracketing (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Bracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” the current value. Choose 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.
❚❚ Exposure and Flash Bracketing Vary exposure and/or flash level over a series of photographs. Exposure modified by: 0 EV Exposure modified by: –1 EV Exposure modified by: +1 EV 1 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence.
2 Select an exposure increment. Pressing the BKT button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment. Exposure increment BKT button Sub-command dial At default settings, the size of the increment can be chosen from 0.3 (1/3), 0.7 (2/3), 1, 2, and 3 EV. The bracketing programs with an increment of 0.3 (1/3) EV are listed below. Information display No. of shots 0 3 3 2 2 3 5 7 9 Bracketing order (EVs) 0 0/+0.3/+0.7 0/–0.7/–0.3 0/+0.3 0/–0.3 0/–0.3/+0.3 0/–0.7/–0.3/+0.3/+0.7 0/–1.0/–0.
3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with exposure compensation (0 127). A bracketing progress indicator is displayed while bracketing is in effect. A segment will disappear from the indicator after each shot. No. shots: 3; increment: 0.7 Display after first shot A Live View In live view, bracketing settings are displayed in the monitor.
❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the BKT button and rotate the main command dial until no shots remain in the bracketing sequence and the bracketing indicators in the control panel and viewfinder have turned off. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (0 206), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
A Exposure Bracketing The camera modifies exposure by varying shutter speed and aperture (mode P), aperture (mode S), or shutter speed (modes A and M).
❚❚ White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. 1 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. Number of shots BKT button WB bracketing indicator Main command dial At settings other than zero, M and D are displayed respectively in the control panel and viewfinder; a y icon and a bracketing indicator appear in the information display.
2 Select a white balance increment. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is roughly equivalent to 5 mired. White balance increment BKT button Sub-command dial Choose from increments of 1 (5 mired), 2 (10 mired), or 3 (15 mired). Higher B values correspond to increased amounts of blue, higher A values to increased amounts of amber (0 134). The bracketing programs with an increment of 1 are listed below. Information display 216 No.
3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. 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 finetuning.
❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the BKT button and rotate the main command dial until no shots remain in the bracketing sequence and the bracketing indicators in the control panel and viewfinder have turned off. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (0 206), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
❚❚ ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. 1 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. ADL bracketing amount BKT button Number of shots Main command dial At settings other than zero, M and D are displayed respectively in the control panel and viewfinder; a z icon and the bracketing amount appear in the information display.
Choose two shots to take one photograph with Active D-Lighting off and another at a selected value. Choose three to five shots to take a series of photographs with Active D-Lighting set to Off, Low, and Normal (three shots), Off, Low, Normal, and High (four shots), or Off, Low, Normal, High, and Extra high (five shots). If you choose more than two shots, proceed to Step 3. 2 Select Active D-Lighting. Pressing the BKT button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose Active D-Lighting.
3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-byshot according to the bracketing program selected. A bracketing progress indicator is displayed while bracketing is in effect. A segment will disappear from the indicator after each shot. No. shots: 3 Display after first shot A Live View In live view, bracketing settings are displayed in the monitor.
❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the BKT button and rotate the main command dial until no shots remain in the bracketing sequence and the bracketing indicators in the control panel and viewfinder have turned off. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (0 206), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
Location Data The GP-1/GP-1A GPS unit (available separately) can be connected to the camera’s accessory terminal (0 1) using the cable supplied with the GP-1/GP-1A, allowing information on the camera’s current position to be recorded when photographs are taken. Turn the camera off before connecting the GP-1/ GP-1A; for more information, see the GP-1/GP-1A manual. ❚❚ Setup Menu Options The Location data item in the setup menu contains the options listed below.
A Smart Devices To download location data from a smart device and embed it in subsequent photographs, establish a wireless connection and select Yes for Location data > Download from smart device in the setup menu (0 271). A Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) UTC data is provided by the GPS device and is independent of the camera clock. A The o Icon Connection status is shown by the o icon: • o (static): Location data acquired. • o (flashing): The GP-1/GP-1A is searching for a signal.
More on Playback Viewing Images W (Z) W (Z) X (T) X (T) Full-frame playback Thumbnail playback Calendar playback Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. Additional pictures can be displayed by flicking left or right or pressing 4 or 2; to view additional information on the current K button photograph, press 1 or 3 (0 231).
Calendar Playback To view images taken on a selected date, press the W (Z) button when 72 images are displayed. W (Z) button Use the touch screen or multi selector Date list to highlight dates in the date list; the pictures taken on the selected date appear in the thumbnail list.
A Rotate Tall To display “tall” (portrait-orientation) photographs in tall orientation, select On for the Rotate tall option in the playback menu (0 251). A Image Review When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 250), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor after shooting (because the camera is already in the correct orientation, images are not rotated automatically during image review).
Using the Touch Screen During playback, the touch-sensitive monitor can be used to: Flick left or right to view other images. View other images In full frame view, you can touch the bottom of the display to display a frame advance bar, then slide your finger left or right to scroll rapidly to other images. Scroll rapidly to other images Frame advance bar Use stretch and pinch gestures to zoom in and out and slide to scroll (0 240).
To “zoom out” to a thumbnail view (0 225), use a pinch gesture in full-frame View thumbnails playback. Use pinch and stretch to choose the number of images displayed from 4, 9, and 72 frames. Tap the on-screen guide to start movie playback (movies are indicated by a 1 icon). Tap the display to pause or resume, or tap 6 to exit to full-frame playback (note that some of the icons in the View movies movie playback display do not respond to touch-screen operations).
The i Button Pressing the i button during full-frame or thumbnail playback displays the options listed below. Select options using the touch screen or the multi selector and J button. • Rating: Rate the current picture (0 243). i button • Select to send to smart device/deselect (photographs only): Select photos for upload to a smart device. • Retouch (photographs only): Use the options in the retouch menu (0 275) to create a retouched copy of the current photograph.
Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in fullframe playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information. Note that “image only”, shooting data, RGB histograms, highlights, and overview data are only displayed if corresponding option is selected for Playback display options (0 250). Location data are only displayed if embedded in the picture (0 223).
❚❚ File Information Protect status............................... 242 8 Image size .......................................99 Retouch indicator ....................... 275 9 Image area ......................................93 Upload marking.......................... 245 10 Time of recording....................... 268 Focus point * ................................. 107 11 Date of recording ....................... 268 AF area brackets * ...........................51 12 Rating..................................
❚❚ Highlights 1 Image highlights * 2 Folder number—frame number ........................................252 3 Current channel * *Flashing areas indicate highlights (areas that may be overexposed) for the current channel.
❚❚ RGB Histogram 1 Image highlights * 2 Folder number—frame number ........................................ 252 3 White balance ............................. 130 Color temperature ............... 137 White balance fine-tuning.......................... 134 Preset manual ....................... 139 4 Current channel * 5 Histogram (RGB channel). In all histograms, horizontal axis gives pixel brightness, vertical axis number of pixels.
A Playback Zoom To zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X (T). Use the X (T) and W (Z) buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the image with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the monitor. A Histograms Camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may differ from those displayed in imaging applications.
❚❚ Shooting Data 1 Metering ....................................... 123 7 White balance ............................. 130 Shutter speed ..........................74, 76 Color temperature ............... 137 White balance fine-tuning ... 134 Aperture....................................75, 76 Preset manual ....................... 139 2 Shooting mode ................................6 ISO sensitivity 1 ............................ 118 8 Color space ..................................
16 Picture Control 4...........................148 17 High ISO noise reduction..........255 20 Vignette control .......................... 255 Long exposure noise 21 Retouch history........................... 275 reduction .....................................255 22 Image comment ......................... 270 18 Active D-Lighting........................153 19 HDR strength ...............................
23 Name of photographer 5 ........... 271 24 Copyright holder 5 ...................... 271 1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on. 2 Displayed if Custom Setting b6 (Fine-tune optimal exposure, 0 262) has been set to a value other than zero for any metering method. 3 Displayed only if VR lens is attached. 4 Items displayed vary with Picture Control selected.
❚❚ Overview Data 1 Frame number/total number of 16 Rating ............................................ 243 images 17 Metering ....................................... 123 2 Upload marking ..........................245 18 Shooting mode ................................6 3 Protect status...............................242 19 Shutter speed ..........................74, 76 4 Retouch indicator .......................275 20 Aperture....................................75, 76 5 Camera name 21 ISO sensitivity * ......
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom To zoom in on an image displayed in fullframe playback, press the X (T) button or give the display two quick taps. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: X (T) button To Description Press X (T) or use stretch gestures to zoom in to a maximum of approximately 34× (large images in 24 × 16/ DX format), 26× (medium images) or 17× (small images). Press W (Z) or use pinch Zoom in or out/ gestures to zoom out.
To Crop image Select faces Description To crop the image to the area currently visible in the monitor, press i, highlight Quick crop, and press J. Note that Quick crop is not available when the RGB histogram is displayed (0 235). Faces detected during On-screen guide zoom are indicated by white borders in the navigation window. Rotate the subcommand dial or tap the on-screen guide to view other faces.
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the L (U) button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the O (Q) button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 268). To protect a photograph: 1 Select an image. Display the image in full-frame playback or playback zoom or highlight it in the thumbnail list.
Rating Pictures Rate pictures or mark them as candidates for later deletion. Ratings can also be viewed in ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D. Rating is not available with protected images. Rating Individual Pictures 1 Select an image. Display or highlight the image. 2 Display playback options. Press the i button to display playback options. i button 3 Select Rating. Highlight Rating and press J. 4 Choose a rating.
Rating Multiple Pictures Use the Rating option in the playback menu to rate multiple pictures. 1 Select Rating. Highlight Rating in the playback menu and press 2. 2 Rate pictures. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures (to view the currently highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X/T button) and then press and hold the W (Z) button while pressing 1 or 3 to choose a rating of from zero to five stars, or select ) to mark the picture as a candidate for later deletion.
Selecting Photos for Upload Follow the steps below to select photos for upload to the smart device. Movies can not be selected for upload. Selecting Individual Photos 1 Select a photo. Display the photo or highlight it in the thumbnail list in thumbnail playback. 2 Display playback options. Press the i button to display playback options. i button 3 Choose Select to send to smart device/deselect. Highlight Select to send to smart device/deselect and press J.
Selecting Multiple Photos Follow the steps below to change the upload status of multiple photos. 1 Choose Select image(s). In the playback menu, select Select to send to smart device, then highlight Select image(s) and press 2. 2 Select photos. Use the multi selector to highlight photos and press the W (Z) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X/T button). Selected photos are marked by a W icon. 3 Press J. Press J to complete the operation.
Deleting Photographs To delete the current photograph, press the O (Q) 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. Note that pictures that are protected or hidden can not be deleted. During Playback Press the O (Q) button to delete the current photograph. 1 Press the O (Q) button.
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. Option Q Selected n Select date R All Description Delete selected pictures (0 248). Delete all pictures taken on a selected date (0 249). Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback (0 250). ❚❚ Selected: Deleting Selected Photographs 1 Select pictures.
❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Taken on a Selected Date 1 Select dates. Highlight a date and press 2 to select all pictures taken on the highlighted date. Selected dates are marked with a M icon. Repeat as desired to select additional dates; to deselect a date, highlight it and press 2. 2 Press J to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J.
Menu List This section lists the options available in the camera menus. For more information, see the Menu Guide. D The Playback Menu: Managing Images Delete Selected Select date All Playback folder (Folder name) All Current Hide image Select/set Select date Deselect all Playback display options Basic photo info Focus point Additional photo info None (image only) Highlights RGB histogram Shooting data Overview Image review On Off 250 Delete multiple images (0 248).
After delete Show next Show previous Continue as before Auto image rotation On Off Rotate tall On Off Slide show Start Image type Frame interval Rating (defaults to Show next) Choose the picture displayed after an image is deleted. (defaults to On) Choose whether to record camera orientation when taking photographs. (defaults to On) Choose whether to rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display during playback (0 227). View a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder.
C The Photo Shooting Menu: Photo Shooting Options Reset photo shooting menu Yes No Storage folder Rename Select folder by number Select folder from list File naming File naming Flash control Flash control mode (built-in) Flash control mode (external) Wireless flash options Group flash options Radio remote flash info Choose image area DX (24×16) 1.3× (18×12) 252 Select Yes to restore photo shooting menu options to their default values. Select the folder in which subsequent images will be stored.
Image quality NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine★ NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine NEF (RAW) + JPEG normal★ NEF (RAW) + JPEG normal NEF (RAW) + JPEG basic★ NEF (RAW) + JPEG basic NEF (RAW) JPEG fine★ JPEG fine JPEG normal★ JPEG normal JPEG basic★ JPEG basic Image size Large Medium Small NEF (RAW) recording NEF (RAW) compression NEF (RAW) bit depth ISO sensitivity settings ISO sensitivity Auto ISO sensitivity control (defaults to JPEG normal) Choose a file format and compression ratio (image quality, 0 97).
White balance Auto Incandescent Fluorescent Direct sunlight Flash Cloudy Shade Choose color temp. Preset manual Set Picture Control Auto Standard Neutral Vivid Monochrome Portrait Landscape Flat Manage Picture Control Save/edit Rename Delete Load/save Color space sRGB Adobe RGB Active D-Lighting Auto Extra high High Normal Low Off 254 (defaults to Auto) Match white balance to the light source (0 130). (defaults to Auto) Choose how new photos will be processed.
Long exposure NR On Off High ISO NR High Normal Low Off Vignette control High Normal Low Off Auto distortion control On Off Flicker reduction Flicker reduction setting Flicker reduction indicator (defaults to Off) Reduce “noise” (bright spots or fog) in photos taken at slow shutter speeds. (defaults to Normal) Reduce “noise” (randomly-spaced bright pixels) in photos taken at high ISO sensitivities.
Remote control mode (ML-L3) Delayed remote Quick-response remote Remote mirror-up Off Auto bracketing set AE & flash bracketing AE bracketing Flash bracketing WB bracketing ADL bracketing Multiple exposure Multiple exposure mode Number of shots Overlay mode Keep all exposures HDR (high dynamic range) HDR mode HDR strength Interval timer shooting Start Start options Interval No.
1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options Reset movie shooting menu Yes No File naming Choose image area DX 1.
White balance Same as photo settings Auto Incandescent Fluorescent Direct sunlight Cloudy Shade Choose color temp. Preset manual Set Picture Control Same as photo settings Auto Standard Neutral Vivid Monochrome Portrait Landscape Flat Manage Picture Control Save/edit Rename Delete Load/save Active D-Lighting Same as photo settings Extra high High Normal Low Off 258 (defaults to Same as photo settings) Choose the white balance for movies (0 130).
High ISO NR High Normal Low Off Flicker reduction Auto 50 Hz 60 Hz Microphone sensitivity Auto sensitivity Manual sensitivity Microphone off Frequency response Wide range Vocal range Wind noise reduction On Off Electronic VR On Off Time-lapse movie Start Interval Shooting time Exposure smoothing (defaults to Normal) Reduce “noise” (randomly-spaced bright pixels) in movies recorded at high ISO sensitivities.
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings Reset custom settings Yes No a Autofocus a1 AF-C priority selection Release Focus a2 AF-S priority selection Release Focus a3 Focus tracking with lock-on 5 (Long)–1 (Short), Off a4 Number of focus points 51 points 11 points 260 Select Yes to restore Custom Settings to their default values.
a5 Store points by orientation Yes Off a6 AF activation Shutter/AF-ON AF-ON only a7 Focus point wrap-around Wrap No wrap a8 Focus point options Focus point illumination Manual focus mode a9 Built-in AF-assist illuminator On Off a10 Manual focus ring in AF mode Enable Disable b Metering/exposure b1 ISO sensitivity step value 1/3 step 1/2 step (defaults to Off) Choose whether the viewfinder stores the focus points for vertical and horizontal orientations separately.
b2 EV steps for exposure cntrl 1/3 step 1/2 step b3 Easy exposure compensation On (Auto reset) On Off b4 Matrix metering Face detection on Face detection off b5 Center-weighted area 6 mm– 13 mm, Average b6 Fine-tune optimal exposure Yes No c Timers/AE lock c1 Shutter-release button AE-L On (half press) On (burst mode) Off 262 (defaults to 1/3 step) Select the increments used when making adjustments to shutter speed, aperture, exposure and flash compensation, and bracketing.
c2 Standby timer 4 s–30 min, No limit c3 Self-timer Self-timer delay Number of shots Interval between shots c4 Monitor off delay Playback Menus Information display Image review Live view c5 Remote on duration (ML-L3) 1 min–15 min d Shooting/display d1 CL mode shooting speed 7 fps–1 fps d2 Max. continuous release 1–100 (defaults to 6 s) Choose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed (0 54).
d3 Exposure delay mode 3 s–1 s, Off (defaults to Off) In situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, select 1 s, 2 s, or 3 s to delay shutter release until approximately one, two, or three seconds after the mirror is raised. d4 Electronic front-curtain shutter (defaults to Disable) Enable Enable or disable the electronic frontcurtain shutter in MUP mode, eliminating Disable blur caused by shutter motion.
d9 Optical VR On Off e Bracketing/flash e1 Flash sync speed 1/320 s (Auto FP), 1/250 s (Auto FP), 1/250 s–1/60 s e2 Flash shutter speed 1/60 s–30 s e3 Exposure comp. for flash Entire frame Background only (defaults to On) Turn vibration control on or off. This item is available only with lenses that support it. (defaults to 1/250 s) Choose a flash sync speed. (defaults to 1/60 s) Choose the slowest shutter available when the flash is used in modes P and A.
e4 Auto M ISO sensitivity control Subject and background Subject only e5 Bracketing order MTR > under > over Under > MTR > over f Controls f1 Custom control assignment Fn1 button Fn1 button + y Fn2 button Fn2 button + y AE-L/AF-L button AE-L/AF-L button + y BKT button + y Movie record button + y f2 OK button Shooting mode Playback mode Live view f3 Customize command dials Reverse rotation Change main/sub Menus and playback Sub-dial frame advance 266 (defaults to Subject and background) Choose whether aut
f4 Release button to use dial Yes No f5 Reverse indicators g Movie g1 Custom control assignment Fn1 button Fn2 button AE-L/AF-L button Shutter-release button (defaults to No) 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. Setting ends when the button is pressed again, the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, or the standby timer expires.
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup Format memory card To begin formatting, 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. Save user settings Save to U1 Save to U2 Reset user settings Reset U1 Reset U2 Language See page 323. Time zone and date Time zone Date and time Sync with smart device Date format Daylight saving time Assign frequently-used settings to the U1 and U2 positions on the mode dial (0 83).
Monitor brightness Menus/playback Live view Monitor color balance Adjust the brightness of the menu, playback, and live view displays. Adjust monitor color balance. Virtual horizon Information display Auto Manual Auto info display On Off Info display auto off On Off AF fine-tune AF fine-tune (On/Off) Saved value Default List saved values Clean image sensor Clean now Clean at startup/shutdown Lock mirror up for cleaning View a virtual horizon based on information from the camera tilt sensor.
Image Dust Off ref photo Start Clean sensor and then start Image comment Attach comment Input comment Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX-D (0 iv). Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D (0 iv). A Text Entry A keyboard is displayed when text entry is required.
Copyright information Attach copyright information Artist Copyright Beep options Beep on/off Volume Pitch Touch controls Enable/disable touch controls Full-frame playback flicks Flash warning On Off HDMI Output resolution Advanced Location data Download from smart device Position External GPS device options Wireless remote (WR) options LED lamp Link mode Add copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or in Capture NX-D (0 iv).
Assign remote (WR) Fn button FV lock AE/AF lock AE lock only AE lock (Reset on release) AF lock only AF-ON Modeling flash Flash off + NEF (RAW) Live view Same as camera Fn1 button Same as camera Fn2 button Same as camera 4 button None Airplane mode Enable Disable Connect to smart device Start Password protection 272 (defaults to None) Choose the role played by the Fn button on optional wireless remote controllers.
Send to smart device (auto) On Off Wi-Fi Network settings Current settings Reset connection settings Bluetooth Network connection Paired devices Send while off Eye-Fi upload Enable Disable (defaults to Off) Select On to upload photos to a smart device as they are taken. Adjust Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings for connection to smart devices. Adjust settings for Bluetooth connections to smart devices. (defaults to Enable) Upload pictures to a preselected destination.
Save/load settings Save settings Load settings Reset all settings Reset Do not reset Save camera settings to or load camera settings from a memory card. Settings files can be shared with other D7500 cameras. Reset all settings apart from the options selected for Language and Time zone and date in the setup menu. Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. D Reset All Settings Copyright information and other user-generated entries are also reset.
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies NEF (RAW) processing Select image(s) Select date Select all images Trim Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs. Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. Resize Select image(s) Choose size D-Lighting Create small copies of selected photographs. Brighten shadows. Choose for dark or backlit photographs. Quick retouch Create copies with enhanced saturation and contrast. Red-eye correction Correct “red-eye” in photos taken with a flash.
Perspective control Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Fisheye Create copies that appear to have been taken with a fisheye lens.
Miniature effect Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Use the multi selector to choose the position and orientation of the area in focus. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. Selective color Create a copy in which only selected hues appear in color. Position the cursor over objects with desired colors and press the A AE-L/AF-L button.
O My Menu/m Recent Settings Add items PLAYBACK MENU PHOTO SHOOTING MENU MOVIE SHOOTING MENU CUSTOM SETTING MENU SETUP MENU RETOUCH MENU Remove items Create a custom menu of up to 20 items selected from the playback, photo shooting, movie shooting, Custom Setting, setup, and retouch menus. Delete items from My Menu. Rank items Choose tab MY MENU RECENT SETTINGS 278 Rank items in My Menu. (defaults to MY MENU) Choose the menu displayed in the “My Menu/Recent Settings” tab.
Technical Notes 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 Lenses Compatible CPU Lenses Nikon recommends CPU lenses (IX Nikkor lenses excluded) and in particular type G, E, and D lenses, which support the full range of features offered by the camera.
6 Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses. 7 The shift knob for the PC-E NIKKOR 24mm f/3.5D ED may contact the camera body when the lens is rotated. In addition, some combinations of shift and rotation may not be available due to the lens contacting the camera body. 8 Shifting and/or tilting the lens interferes with exposure. 9 Can not be used with shifting or tilting. 10 Some combinations of shift and rotation may not be available due to the lens contacting the camera body.
A AF-S/AF-I Teleconverters If the combined aperture when the camera is used with an AF-S/AF-I teleconverter is slower than f/5.6 but is equal to or faster than f/8, autofocus and electronic rangefinding will be available only with the center focus point and the camera may be unable to focus on dark or low-contrast subjects. Single point AF is used when 3D-tracking or auto-area AF is selected for AF-area mode (0 103).
A VR Lenses The lenses listed below are not recommended for long exposures or photographs taken at high ISO sensitivities, as due to the design of the vibration reduction (VR) control system the resulting photos may be marred by fog. We recommend turning vibration reduction off when using other VR lenses. • AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24–120mm • AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8G ED VR f/3.5–5.6G IF-ED • AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4G ED VR • AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70–200mm f/2.8G • AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18–200mm IF-ED f/3.5–5.
A The Built-in Flash The built-in flash has a minimum range of 0.6 m (2 ft) and can not be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses. It can be used with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 16–300 mm, although in 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. The following illustrations show the effect of vignetting caused by shadows cast by the lens when the flash is used.
A Calculating Angle of View The size of the area exposed by a 35mm camera is 36 × 24 mm. The size of the area exposed by the D7500 when DX (24×16) is selected for Choose image area in the photo shooting menu, in contrast, is 23.5 × 15.7 mm, meaning that the angle of view of a 35mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the D7500 (when 1.3× (18×12) is selected, the size of the area exposed decreases, further reducing the angle of view by about 1.3×).
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. Some non-CPU lenses can not be used; see “Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses” (0 286).
D Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses The following can NOT be used with the D7500: • TC-16A AF teleconverter • Non-AI lenses • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8, 1200mm f/11) • Fisheye (6mm f/5.6, 7.5mm f/5.6, 8mm f/8, OP 10mm f/5.6) • 2.1cm f/4 • Extension Ring K2 • 180–600mm f/8 ED (serial numbers 174041–174180) • 360–1200mm f/11 ED (serial numbers 174031–174127) • 200–600mm f/9.
Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D7500.
Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area.
Image Sensor Cleaning If you suspect that dirt or dust on the image sensor is appearing in photographs, you can clean the sensor using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu. The sensor can be cleaned at any time using the Clean now option, or cleaning can be performed automatically when the camera is turned on or off. ❚❚ “Clean Now” Holding the camera base down, select Clean image sensor in the setup menu, then highlight Clean now and press J.
❚❚ “Clean at Startup/Shutdown” Choose from the following options: Option 5 6 7 Description The image sensor is automatically cleaned Clean at startup each time the camera is turned on. The image sensor is automatically cleaned Clean at shutdown during shutdown each time the camera is turned off. Clean at startup & The image sensor is cleaned automatically at shutdown startup and at shutdown. Cleaning off Automatic image sensor cleaning off. 1 Select Clean at startup/shutdown.
D Image Sensor Cleaning Using camera controls during startup interrupts image sensor cleaning. Image sensor cleaning may not be performed at startup if the flash is charging. If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually (0 292) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession, image sensor cleaning may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera’s internal circuitry.
❚❚ Manual Cleaning If foreign matter can not be removed from the image sensor using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (0 289), the sensor can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the sensor be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 1 Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter. A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning the image sensor.
4 Press J. A message will be displayed in the monitor and a row of dashes will appear in the control panel and viewfinder. To restore normal operation without inspecting the image sensor, turn the camera off. 5 Raise the mirror. Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the image sensor. The display in the viewfinder will turn off and the row of dashes in the control panel will flash. 6 Examine the image sensor.
7 Clean the sensor. Remove any dust and lint from the sensor with a blower. Do not use a blower-brush, as the bristles could damage the sensor. Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the sensor. 8 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap.
D Foreign Matter on the Image Sensor Foreign matter entering the camera when lenses or body caps are removed or exchanged (or in rare circumstances lubricant or fine particles from the camera itself ) may adhere to the image sensor, where it may appear in photographs taken under certain conditions.
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keep dry: 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. Avoid sudden changes in temperature: Sudden changes in temperature, such as those that occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device.
Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly. In rare instances, static electricity may cause LCD displays to light up or go dark. This does not indicate a malfunction, and the display will soon return to normal. The lens and mirror are easily damaged.
Notes on the monitor: The monitor is 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 and has no effect on images recorded with the device. Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.
• The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is in use. Attempting to 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. • Charge the battery indoors at ambient temperatures of 5 °C–35 °C (41 °F–95 °F).
• A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery retains its charge when used at room temperature indicates that it requires replacement. Purchase a new battery. • The supplied power cable and AC wall adapter are for use with the MH-25a only. Use the charger with compatible batteries only. Unplug when not in use. • Do not short the charger terminals. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating and damage to the charger. • Charge the battery before use.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the battery or, if you are using an AC adapter, disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter.
Shooting (All Modes) Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is locked, full, or not inserted (0 21, 22). • Release locked is selected for Slot empty release lock in the setup menu (0 273) and no memory card is inserted (0 21). • Built-in flash is charging (0 55). • Aperture ring for CPU lens not locked at highest f-number (does not apply to type G and E lenses). • Non-CPU lens is attached but camera is not in mode M (0 72).
Focus does not lock when shutter-release button is pressed halfway: Use A AE-L/AF-L button to lock focus when AF-C is selected for focus mode or when photographing moving subjects in AF-A mode. Can not select focus point: • Unlock focus selector lock (0 107). • Auto-area AF selected, or face-priority AF selected in live view; choose another mode (0 103). • Camera is in playback mode (0 225) or menus are in use (0 250). • Press shutter-release button halfway to start standby timer (0 54).
Noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) appear in photos: • Bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, and lines can be reduced by lowering ISO sensitivity. • Use the Long exposure NR option in the photo shooting menu to limit the occurrence of bright spots or fog in photos taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s (0 255).
Live view ends unexpectedly or does not start: Live view may end automatically to prevent damage to the camera’s internal circuits if: • The ambient temperature is high • The camera has been used for extended periods in live view or to record movies • The camera has been used in continuous release modes for extended periods If live view does not start when you press the a button, wait for the internal circuits to cool and then try again.
White balance bracketing unavailable: • NEF (RAW) or NEF+JPEG image quality option selected for image quality (0 97). • Multiple exposure mode is in effect (0 256). Effects of Picture Control differ from image to image: Auto is selected for Set Picture Control, a Picture Control based on Auto is selected, or A (auto) is selected for sharpening, clarity, contrast, or saturation. For consistent results over a series of photos, choose another setting (0 151).
Can not retouch picture: Photo can not be further edited with this camera. Can not select photo for printing: Photo is in NEF (RAW) format. Transfer photos to computer and print using Capture NX-D (0 iv). NEF (RAW) photos can be saved in JPEG format using NEF (RAW) processing (0 275). Photo is not displayed on high-definition video device: Confirm that HDMI cable (available separately) is connected. Can not transfer photos to computer: OS not compatible with camera or transfer software.
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks) Smart devices do not display the camera SSID (network name): • Confirm that Disable is selected for Airplane mode in the camera setup menu (0 272). • Confirm that Enable is selected for Bluetooth > Network connection in the camera setup menu. • Try turning the smart device Wi-Fi off and then on again. Can not connect to wireless printers and other wireless devices: This camera can connect only to devices to which the SnapBridge app has been installed.
Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor. Indicator Control Viewpanel finder Problem B (flashes) Lens aperture ring is not set to minimum aperture. H d Low battery. • Battery exhausted. • Battery can not be used. Solution Set ring to minimum aperture (highest f-number; 0 72). Ready a fully-charged spare battery (0 19). • Recharge or replace battery (0 19, 21, 287). • Contact Nikonauthorized service representative.
Indicator Control Viewpanel finder (Exposure indicators and shutter speed or aperture display flash) A (flashes) % (flashes) P k (flashes) (flashes) 310 Problem Solution • Use a lower ISO sensitivity (0 118). • In shooting mode: P Use a third-party ND filter Subject too bright; photo S Increase shutter speed will be overexposed. (0 74) A Choose a smaller aperture (higher f-number; 0 75) % Choose another shooting mode (0 6) • Use a higher ISO sensitivity (0 118).
Indicator Control Viewpanel finder Problem Solution Check photo in monitor; if If indicator flashes for 3s M underexposed, adjust — after flash fires, photo (flashes) settings and try again may be underexposed. (0 225). • Reduce quality or size (0 97, 99). Memory insufficient to • Delete photographs after record further photos at n j copying important current settings, or images to computer or (flashes) (flashes) camera has run out of file other device (0 247). or folder numbers.
Indicator Monitor No memory card. Control panel Problem Camera cannot S detect memory card. • Error accessing memory card. Cannot access this W, memory card. O Insert another card. (flashes) g W, O (flashes) Memory card is W, locked. Slide lock to X “write” position. (flashes) W, Not available if O Eye-Fi card is locked. (flashes) 312 Solution Turn camera off and confirm that card is correctly inserted (0 21). • Use Nikon-approved card (0 346).
Indicator Monitor Control panel Problem Memory card has This card is not [C] not been formatted. (flashes) formatted for use Format the card. in camera. Camera clock is The clock is not set. — not set. Unable to start live view. Please wait. — Folder contains no images. — All images are hidden. — Cannot display this file. — Solution Format memory card or insert new memory card (0 21, 268). Set camera clock (0 268).
Indicator Monitor Control panel Solution Images created with other Cannot select this — devices can not be file. retouched. • Movies created with other devices can not be The selected edited. This movie cannot — movie can not be be edited. • Movies must be at least edited. two seconds long (0 196). Check printer. To resume, Check printer. — Printer error. select Continue (if available) *. Paper in printer is Insert paper of correct size Check paper. — not of selected and select Continue *. size.
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D7500 Digital Camera Type Type Lens mount Effective angle of view Effective pixels Effective pixels Image sensor Image sensor Total pixels Dust-reduction System Storage Image size (pixels) Single-lens reflex digital camera Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Nikon DX format; focal length in 35 mm [135] format equivalent to approx. 1.5× that of lenses with FX format angle of view 20.9 million 23.5 × 15.7 mm CMOS sensor 21.
Storage Image size (pixels) File format Picture Control System Media File system Viewfinder Viewfinder Frame coverage Magnification Eyepoint Diopter adjustment Focusing screen 316 • Photographs with image area of 1.3× taken during movie recording 4272 × 2400 (Large) 3200 × 1800 (Medium) 2128 × 1192 (Small) • Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 3840 × 2160: 3840 × 2160 • NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed or compressed • JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx.
Viewfinder Reflex mirror Lens aperture Lens Compatible lenses Quick return Instant return, electronically controlled Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G, E, and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) and AI-P NIKKOR lenses and nonCPU AI lenses (M mode only). IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses can not be used. The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.
Release Self-timer Remote control modes (ML-L3) Exposure Metering system 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1–9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s Delayed remote, quick-response remote, remote mirror-up TTL exposure metering using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels Metering mode • Matrix: 3D color matrix metering III (type G, E, and D lenses); color matrix metering III (other CPU lenses) • Center-weighted: Weight of approximately 75% given to 8 mm circle in center of frame.
Exposure Exposure compensation Can be adjusted by –5 – +5 EV in increments of / or 1/2 EV in P, S, A, M, SCENE, and EFFECTS modes Exposure lock Luminosity locked at detected value ISO sensitivity ISO 100–51200 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV. Can also (Recommended Exposure be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 Index) equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.
Flash Built-in flash Guide Number Flash control Flash mode Flash compensation Flash-ready indicator Accessory shoe Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Sync terminal 320 i, k, p, n, o, s, w, f, d, e, ': Auto flash with auto pop-up P, S, A, M, 0: Manual pop-up with button release Approx.
White balance White balance Bracketing Bracketing types Live view Modes Lens servo AF-area mode Autofocus Movie Metering system Metering mode Frame size (pixels) and frame rate File format Video compression Auto (2 types), incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view), choose color temperature (2500 K–10,000 K), all with fine-tuning Exposure, flash, white balance, and AD
Movie Audio recording format Audio recording device Linear PCM, AAC Built-in stereo or external microphone; sensitivity adjustable ISO sensitivity • Mode M: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100 to (Recommended Exposure Hi 5) available with selectable upper limit; Index) manual selection (ISO 100 to 51200 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV) with additional options available equivalent to approximately 0.3, 0.5, 0.
Interface USB HDMI output Accessory terminal Audio input Audio output Wireless/Bluetooth Wireless Bluetooth Range (line of sight) Supported languages Supported languages Hi-Speed USB with Micro-B connector; connection to built-in USB port is recommended Type C HDMI connector Can be used with MC-DC2 and other optional accessories Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported) Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter) • Standards: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.
Power source Battery AC adapter Tripod socket Tripod socket Dimensions/weight Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight One EN-EL15a rechargeable Li-ion battery; EN-EL15b/EN-EL15 can also be used, but note that fewer pictures may sometimes be taken on a single charge with an EN-EL15 than with an EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a (0 349) EH-5b/EH-5c AC adapter; requires EP-5B power connector (available separately) / in. (ISO 1222) 14 Approx. 135.5 × 104 × 72.5 mm ( 5.4 × 4.1 × 2.9 in.) Approx. 720 g (1 lb 9.
❚❚ MH-25a Battery Charger Rated input (in North America) Rated input (in other regions) Rated output Supported batteries Charging time Operating temperature Dimensions (W × H × D) Length of power cable (if supplied) Weight AC 120 V, 60 Hz, 0.2 A AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.23–0.12 A DC 8.4 V/1.2 A Nikon EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion batteries Approx. 2 hours and 35 minutes at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F) when no charge remains 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F) Approx. 95 × 33.
A Supported Standards • DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File Systems (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 in which information stored with photographs is used for optimal color reproduction when the images are output on Exif-compliant printers.
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A Certificates 328
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–140mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR Lenses Read this section if you purchased the camera with the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–140mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR lens kit available in some countries or regions. The parts of the lens are listed below. 1 Lens hood * ...................................334 8 Focus ring .....................................115 2 Lens hood lock mark ..................334 9 Lens mounting mark.................... 24 3 Lens hood alignment mark ......
❚❚ Focus Focus mode is determined by the camera focus mode and the position of the lens A-M mode switch. See the camera manual for information on camera focus mode selection. Camera focus mode AF MF Lens focus mode A M Autofocus with Manual focus with manual override * electronic rangefinder — * Manual override available only when single-servo AF (AF-S) is selected with the camera. Autofocus 1 Set the camera to AF (autofocus). 2 Slide the lens A-M mode switch to A. 3 Focus.
❚❚ Aperture Aperture is adjusted using camera controls. Zoom and Maximum Aperture Changes to zoom can alter the maximum aperture by up to 11/3 EV. The camera however automatically takes this into account when setting exposure, and no modifications to camera settings are required following adjustments to zoom. ❚❚ Using the Built-in Flash When using the built-in flash, be sure the subject is at a range of at least 0.
❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR) Vibration reduction (VR) reduces blur caused by camera shake, allowing shutter speeds up to 4 stops slower than would otherwise be the case (measured at 140 mm with a D300s camera according to Camera and Imaging Products Association [CIPA] standards; effects vary with the photographer and shooting conditions). This increases the range of shutter speeds available and permits hand-held, tripod-free photography in a wide range of situations.
D Using Vibration Reduction: Notes • When using vibration reduction, press the shutter-release button halfway and wait for the image in the viewfinder to stabilize before pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • When vibration reduction is active, the image in the viewfinder may jiggle after the shutter is released. This does not indicate a malfunction.
❚❚ The Lens Hood The lens hood protects the lens and blocks stray light that would otherwise cause flare or ghosting. Attaching the Hood Align the lens hood mounting mark (●) with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) and then rotate the hood (w) until the ● mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark (—). When attaching or removing the hood, hold it near the symbol on its base and avoid gripping it too tightly. Vignetting may occur if the hood is not correctly attached.
❚❚ Specifications Type Focal length Maximum aperture Lens construction Angle of view Focal length scale Distance information Zoom Focusing Vibration reduction Minimum focus distance Diaphragm blades Diaphragm Aperture range Metering Filter-attachment size Dimensions Weight Type G AF-S DX lens with built-in CPU and F mount 18–140 mm f/3.5–5.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–200mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR II Lenses Read this section if you purchased the camera with the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–200mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR II lens kit available in some countries or regions. The parts of the lens are listed below. 1 Lens hood .....................................342 10 Focus ring .....................................115 2 Lens hood attachment index...342 11 Mounting index............................. 24 3 Lens hood lock mark ..................
❚❚ Focus Focus mode is determined by the camera focus mode and the position of the lens focus mode switch. See the camera manual for information on camera focus mode selection. Camera focus mode AF MF Lens focus mode M/A M Autofocus with Manual focus with manual override electronic rangefinder Manual focus with electronic rangefinder M/A (Autofocus with Manual Override) 1 Slide the lens focus-mode switch to M/A. 2 Focus.
❚❚ Zoom and Depth of Field Before focusing, rotate the zoom ring to adjust the focal length and frame the photograph. If the camera offers depth-of-field preview (stop down), depth of field can be previewed in the viewfinder. Note: The lens uses Nikon’s Internal Focusing (IF) system. Unlike other lenses, focal length decreases as the focus distance shortens.
❚❚ Using the Built-in Flash When using the built-in flash, be sure the subject is at a range of at least 0.6 m (2 ft) and remove lens hoods to prevent vignetting (shadows created where the end of the lens obscures the built-in flash).
❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR) Using the Vibration Reduction ON/OFF Switch • Select ON to enable vibration reduction. Vibration reduction is activated when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, reducing the effects of camera shake for improved framing and focus. • Select OFF to turn vibration reduction off. Using the Vibration Reduction Mode Switch • Select NORMAL for enhanced vibration reduction when photographing stationary subjects.
D Using Vibration Reduction: Notes • When using vibration reduction, press the shutter-release button halfway and wait for the image in the viewfinder to stabilize before pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • When vibration reduction is active, the image in the viewfinder may jiggle after the shutter is released. This does not indicate a malfunction. • Slide the vibration reduction mode switch to NORMAL for panning shots.
❚❚ The Lens Hood The lens hood protects the lens and blocks stray light that would otherwise cause flare or ghosting. Attaching the Hood Align the lens hood mounting mark (●) with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) and then rotate the hood (w) until the ● mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark (—). When attaching or removing the hood, hold it near the symbol on its base and avoid gripping it too tightly. Vignetting may occur if the hood is not correctly attached.
❚❚ Specifications Type G AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR lens with built-in CPU and F mount, designed for use with Nikon DX-format digital SLR cameras Focal length 18–200 mm Maximum aperture f/3.5–5.
D Lens Care • Keep the CPU contacts clean. • Should the rubber lens-mount gasket be damaged, cease use immediately and take the lens to a Nikon-authorized service center for repair. • Use a blower to remove dust and lint from the lens surfaces. To remove smudges and fingerprints, apply a small amount of ethanol or lens cleaner to a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens-cleaning tissue and clean from the center outwards using a circular motion, taking care not to leave smears or touch the glass with your fingers.
A A Note on Wide- and Super Wide-Angle Lenses Autofocus may not provide the desired results in situations like those shown below. 1 Objects in the background occupy more of the focus point than the main subject: If the focus point contains both foreground and background objects, the camera may focus on the background and the subject may be out of focus, particularly with wideExample: A far-off portrait and super wide-angle lenses.
Approved Memory Cards The camera supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards, including SDHC and SDXC cards compliant with UHS-I. Cards rated UHS Speed Class 3 or better are recommended for movie recording; using slower cards may result in recording being interrupted. When choosing cards for use in card readers, be sure they are compatible with the device. Contact the manufacturer for information on features, operation, and limitations on use.
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 16 GB SanDisk Extreme Pro 95 MB/s UHS-I SDHC card at different image quality (0 97), image size (0 99), and image area settings (as of June 2017; 0 93). ❚❚ DX (24×16) Image Area Image quality NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 12-bit NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 14-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed, 12-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed, 14-bit JPEG fine 3 JPEG normal 3 JPEG basic 3 Image size File size 1 No.
❚❚ 1.3× (18×12) Image Area Image quality NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 12-bit NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 14-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed, 12-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed, 14-bit Image size File size 1 No. of images 1 Buffer capacity 2 — 13.1 MB 713 100 — 15.6 MB 559 100 — 11.0 MB 949 100 — 13.4 MB 803 100 Large 6.6 MB 1700 100 Medium 4.2 MB 2700 100 JPEG fine 3 Small 2.4 MB 4600 100 Large 3.4 MB 3300 100 Medium 2.2 MB 5100 100 JPEG normal 3 Small 1.3 MB 8600 100 Large 1.8 MB 6200 100 Medium 1.
Battery Life The movie footage or number of shots that can be recorded with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, temperature, interval between shots, and the length of time menus are displayed. Sample figures for EN-EL15a (1900 mAh) batteries are given below 1.
The following can reduce battery life: • Using the monitor • 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 • Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses • Repeatedly zooming in and out with an AF-P lens.
Index Symbols i (Auto mode).....................................48 j (Auto (flash off) mode).................48 SCENE (Scene mode).............................61 EFFECTS (Special effects)......................64 k (Portrait).............................................62 l (Landscape)......................................62 p (Child).................................................62 m (Sports)...............................................62 n (Close up) ..........................................
A AC adapter.......................................... 287 Accessories ......................................... 287 Active D-Lighting 153, 183, 219, 254, 258 ADL bracketing ........................209, 219 AE & flash bracketing............. 209, 210 AE bracketing ........................... 209, 210 AE lock.................................................. 125 AE-L/AF-L button.........................112, 125 AF..................................................100–114 AF activation.........................
Connector for external microphone . 2 Continuous high speed ....................86 Continuous low speed ......................86 Continuous release mode................86 Continuous-servo AF ...................... 100 Control panel.......................................... 8 Copyright ...................................238, 271 CPU contacts...................................... 280 CPU lens........................................ 25, 279 Crop.......................................................
Fn2 button .................................. 266, 267 f-number ...................................... 72, 281 Focal length ....................................... 283 Focal length scale ...................329, 336 Focal plane mark.............................. 116 Focus indicator .................52, 111, 116 Focus lock ........................................... 111 Focus mode........................................ 100 Focus point51, 52, 103, 107, 116, 261 Focus tracking..........................
Lens vibration reduction switch 332, 340 LINK mode .......................................... 271 Live view............................. 49, 179–193 Live view selector...................... 49, 179 Lo ........................................................... 119 Location data............................223, 238 Lock mirror up for cleaning .......... 292 Long exposure NR............................ 255 M M (medium).................................. 99, 192 Manage Picture Control........254, 258 Manual ...
Pop ...........................................................64 Portrait (Set Picture Control)........ 148 Power aperture ................................. 184 Power connector.............................. 287 Predictive focus tracking............... 102 Preset manual (White balance) .. 131, 139 Press the shutter-release button all the way down.....................................53 Press the shutter-release button halfway..................................................52 Programmed auto ...............
Single-point AF ........................103, 109 Single-servo AF ........................100, 101 Size ................................................. 99, 192 Slide show........................................... 251 Slot empty release lock .................. 273 Slow sync....................................160, 162 Slow-motion playback ................... 194 Smart device ................... 224, 251, 272 Speaker ..................................................... 5 Special effects.....................
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. DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual Printed in Thailand En 6MB38411-05 • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page xii). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.