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For a complete guide to using your camera, see the Reference Manual (0 iv). To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read this User’s Manual thoroughly and keep it where it 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.
Package Contents Confirm that the package contains the following items: DK-25 rubber eyecup BF-1B body cap D3300 camera EN-EL14a rechargeable Li-ion battery (with terminal cover) MH-24 battery charger (plug adapter supplied in countries or regions where required; shape depends on country of sale) AN-DC3 strap UC-E17 USB cable EG-CP14 audio/video cable ViewNX 2 CD-ROM User’s Manual (this booklet) Warranty Purchasers of the lens kit option should confirm that the package also includes a lens.
Quick Start Guide Follow these steps for a quick start with the D3300. 1 Attach the camera strap (0 11). Attach the strap as shown. Repeat for the second eyelet. 2 Charge the battery (0 11). 3 Insert the battery and memory card (0 12). 4 Attach a lens (0 13).
Turn the camera on (0 14). 6 Choose a language and set the camera clock (0 15). 7 Frame the photograph (0 24). 8 Press the shutter-release button halfway (0 24). 9 Shoot (0 25).
The Reference Manual For more information on using your Nikon camera, download a pdf copy of the camera Reference Manual from the website listed below. The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later. 1 On your computer, launch a web browser and open the following site: http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ 2 Choose a language and download the Reference Manual. 3 Double-click the downloaded file.
Table of Contents Package Contents .......................................................................... i For Your Safety .......................................................................... viii Notices.......................................................................................... xii Introduction 1 Getting to Know the Camera ..................................................... 1 The Camera Body...................................................................................
Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) 50 k Portrait........................................................................................... 50 l Landscape .................................................................................... 50 p Child ............................................................................................... 50 m Sports ............................................................................................. 51 n Close up ...................
Camera Menus 75 Menu Options ............................................................................. 76 Using Camera Menus ........................................................................ 79 ViewNX 2 Installing ViewNX 2.................................................................... Using ViewNX 2 .......................................................................... Copy Pictures to the Computer..................................................... View Pictures .....................
For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all A This warnings before using this Nikon product.
A Do not disassemble A Observe caution when using the flash Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury. In the event of malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.
A Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may leak, overheat, rupture, or catch fire if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment. • Do not short or disassemble the battery. • Do not expose the battery or the camera in which it is inserted to powerful physical shocks. • Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery.
A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose to maintain compliance with product regulations. A CD-ROMs CD-ROMs containing software or manuals should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.
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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.
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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.
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.
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 1 Movie-record button ................... 37 8 Command dial 2 Power switch.................................. 14 9 Mode dial...........................................4 3 Shutter-release button..........24, 25 10 A/L button ...............................
14 AF-assist illuminator Self-timer lamp Red-eye reduction lamp 15 Built-in flash....................................29 16 M/ Y button..................................68 17 Microphone ....................................39 18 Connector cover 23 CPU contacts 24 Mirror 25 Lens mount.....................................13 26 Body cap 27 Accessory terminal........................94 28 Connector for external microphone...................................94 19 Fn button .........................................
31 Rubber eyecup 43 O button ......................................... 28 32 Viewfinder eyepiece.................7, 17 44 Memory card access lamp.......... 25 33 Diopter adjustment control ....... 17 45 Battery-chamber cover latch ...................................................12, 19 34 K button........................................ 26 35 G button.................................... 75 46 Battery-chamber cover .........12, 19 36 X button ......................................... 26 47 I/E/# button..
The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes and g mode: P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings. • P—Programmed auto (0 68, 69) • S —Shutter-priority auto (0 68, 69) • A—Aperture-priority auto (0 68, 70) • M—Manual (0 68, 71) g Mode (0 44) Take, view, and edit pictures and adjust settings with the help of an on-screen guide. Auto Modes Select these modes for simple, point-and-shoot photography.
Special Effects Modes Use special effects during shooting. • % Night vision (0 53) • S Super vivid (0 53) • T Pop (0 53) • U Photo illustration (0 53, 57) • g Color sketch (0 53, 58) • ' Toy camera effect (0 54, 59) • ( Miniature effect (0 54, 60) • 3 Selective color (0 54, 62) • 1 Silhouette (0 54) • 2 High key (0 54) • 3 Low key (0 55) • ) HDR painting (0 55) • I Easy panorama (0 55, 64) Scene Modes The camera automatically optimizes settings to suit the scene selected with the mode dial.
The I (E/#) Button To choose how the shutter is released (release mode), press the I (E/#) button, then highlight the desired option and press J. I (E/#) button Mode 8 I J E " # 6 Description Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutterrelease button is pressed. Continuous: The camera takes photographs while the shutterrelease button is pressed. Quiet shutter release: As for single-frame, except that camera noise is reduced. Self-timer: Take pictures using the self-timer.
The Viewfinder 1 Focus points ................................... 24 2 Focus indicator .............................. 24 3 Autoexposure (AE) lock indicator 4 Shutter speed ................................ 72 5 Aperture (f-number) .................... 72 9 “k” (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures) ......................................................... 16 10 Flash-ready indicator................... 29 11 Flexible program indicator 12 Exposure indicator .......................
The Information Display Viewing settings: To view the information display, press the R button. R button 1 Shooting mode i auto/ j auto (flash off).....................22 Scene modes ............................50 Special effects mode ..............52 P, S, A, and M modes................68 2 Eye-Fi connection indicator 3 Satellite signal indicator 4 Print date indicator .......................77 8 5 Vibration reduction indicator ..........................................................
11 Aperture (f-number) .................... 72 17 Number of exposures remaining Aperture display ........................... 72 ......................................................... 16 White balance recording indicator 12 Shutter speed ................................ 72 Shutter-speed display.................. 72 18 “k” (appears when memory remains for over 1000 exposures) ......................................................... 16 14 Auto-area AF indicator 19 Exposure indicator .......................
Changing settings: To change the settings at the bottom of the display, press the P button, then highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. P button 1 2 3 4 5 6 White balance Image size Image quality Flash mode ISO sensitivity Exposure compensation 7 Flash Adjust settings for different types of lighting. Choose a size for new photos. Choose a file format and compression ratio. Choose the flash mode. Control the camera’s sensitivity to light.
First Steps Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries or memory cards. 1 Attach the strap. Attach the strap as shown. Repeat for the second eyelet. 2 Charge the battery. If a plug adapter is supplied, raise the wall plug and connect the plug adapter as shown below at left, making sure the plug is fully inserted. Insert the battery and plug the charger in. An exhausted battery will fully charge in about an hour and 50 minutes.
3 Insert the battery and memory card. 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 Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.
4 Attach a lens. Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed. 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.
5 Turn the camera on. A language-selection dialog will be displayed. A The Power Switch Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera off. A Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons Before using the camera, unlock and extend the zoom ring. Keeping the retractable lens barrel button pressed (q), rotate the zoom ring as shown (w).
6 Choose a language and set the camera clock. Use the multi selector and J button to select a language and set the camera clock.
7 Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Press the R button and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. In the case of exposures remaining, values over 1000 are shown in thousands, indicated by the letter “k”.
8 Focus the viewfinder. After removing the lens cap, rotate the diopter adjustment control until the focus points 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. Focus points Viewfinder not in focus Viewfinder in focus D During Charging Do not move the charger or touch the battery during charging.
D Charging the Battery Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages viii–xi and 97–101 of this manual. Charge the battery indoors at ambient temperatures of 5 °C–35 °C (41 °F–95 °F). Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C/32 °F or above 40 °C/104 °F; failure to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance. Capacity may be reduced and charging times may increase at battery temperatures from 0 °C/32 °F to 15 °C/59 °F and from 45 °C/113 °F to 60 °C/140 °F.
A 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. A Formatting Memory Cards If this is the first time the memory card will be used in the camera or if the card has been formatted in another device, select Format memory card in the setup menu and follow the on-screen instructions to format the card (0 77).
A 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). A The Write Protect Switch B 16G SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of data.
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. A Retracting Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons To retract the lens when the camera is not in use, hold the retractable lens barrel button (q) and rotate the zoom ring to the “L” (lock) position as shown (w).
“Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j) This section describes how to shoot photographs and movies in i and j modes, automatic “point-and-shoot” modes in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions. Before proceeding, turn the Mode dial camera on and rotate the mode dial to i or j (the only difference between the two is that the flash will not fire in j mode).
Framing Photos in the Viewfinder 1 Ready the camera. When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown at right. A Using a Zoom Lens Before focusing, rotate the zoom ring to adjust the focal length and frame the photograph.
2 Frame the photograph. Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in at least one of the 11 focus points. Focus point 3 Press the shutter-release button halfway. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (if the subject is poorly lit, the flash may pop up and the In-focus Buffer AF-assist illuminator may indicator capacity light).
4 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutterrelease button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light and the photograph will be 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. Memory card access lamp A The Shutter-Release Button The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Viewing Photographs Pressing K displays a picture in the monitor. K button Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. ❚❚ Thumbnail Playback To display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images (thumbnail playback), press the W (Q) button. Use the multi selector or command dial to highlight images and press J to display the highlighted image full frame. Press X W (Q) button to reduce the number of images displayed.
❚❚ Calendar Playback To view images taken on a selected date Date list (calendar playback), press the W (Q) button when 72 images are displayed. Press the W (Q) button to toggle between the date list and the list of thumbnails for the selected date. Use the multi selector to highlight dates in the date list or to highlight pictures in the thumbnail list. Press X when the cursor is in the date list to return to 72frame playback.
Deleting Unwanted Pictures Display the photograph you wish to delete. K button Press O; a confirmation dialog will be displayed. O button Press the O button again to delete the picture.
A The Standby Timer The viewfinder and information display will turn off if no operations are performed for about eight seconds, reducing the drain on the battery. Press the shutterrelease button halfway to reactivate the display. The length of time before the standby timer expires automatically can be selected using the Auto off timers option in the setup menu (0 77).
Framing Photos in the Monitor 1 Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor (live view). a button 2 Ready the camera. Hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown at right.
3 Focus. Press the shutter-release button halfway. The focus point will flash green while the camera focuses. If the camera is able to focus, the Focus point focus point will be displayed in green; if the camera is unable to focus, the focus point will flash red. 4 Take the picture. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The monitor turns off and the memory card access lamp lights during recording.
A Automatic Scene Selection (Scene Auto Selector) If live view is selected in i or j mode, the camera will automatically analyze the subject and select the appropriate shooting mode when autofocus is enabled. The selected mode is shown in the monitor.
D Shooting in Live View Mode Although it will not appear in the final picture, distortion may be visible in the monitor if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves at high speed through frame. Bright light sources may leave after-images in the monitor when the camera is panned. Bright spots may also appear.
Viewing Photographs Pressing K displays a picture in the monitor. K button Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures.
Deleting Unwanted Pictures Display the photograph you wish to delete. K button Press O; a confirmation dialog will be displayed. O button Press the O button again to delete the picture.
Recording Movies Movies can be recorded in live view mode. 1 Press the a button. The view through the lens is displayed in the monitor. D The 0 Icon A 0 icon indicates that movies can not be recorded. a button 2 Ready the camera. Hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. 3 Focus. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus.
4 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to start recording. A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Movie-record button Recording indicator Time remaining 5 End recording. Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, the memory card is full, or another mode is selected. Press the a button to exit live view.
A Maximum Length The maximum size for individual movie files is 4 GB; maximum length varies with the options selected for Movie settings > Frame size/ frame rate and Movie quality in the shooting menu (0 76) as shown below. Note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length is reached. 1 2 3 4 38 Frame size/frame rate Maximum length (high movie quality ★/ Frame size normal movie quality) 4 (pixels) Frame rate 1 L/t 60p 2 10 min./20 min.
D Recording Movies Flicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the monitor and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps or if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves at high speed through frame (flicker and banding can be reduced using Flicker reduction; 0 77). Bright light sources may leave after-images when the camera is panned. Jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots may also appear.
D The Count-Down Display A count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically. Depending on shooting conditions, the timer may appear immediately when movie recording begins. Note that regardless of the amount of recording time available, live view will still end automatically when the timer expires. Wait for the internal circuits to cool before resuming movie recording.
Viewing Movies Press K to start playback and then scroll through pictures until a movie (indicated by a 1 icon) is displayed. K button Press J to start playback; your current position is indicated by the movie progress bar.
The following operations can be performed: To Description Pause Pause playback. Play Resume playback when movie is paused or during rewind/advance. Advance/rewind Speed increases with each press, from 2× to 4× to 8× to 16×; keep pressed to skip to beginning or end of movie (first frame is indicated by h in top right corner of monitor, last frame by i). If playback is paused, movie rewinds or advances one frame at a time; hold for continuous rewind or advance.
Deleting Unwanted Movies Display the movie you wish to delete (movies are indicated by 1 icons). K button Press O; a confirmation dialog will be displayed. O button Press the O button again to delete the movie.
Guide Mode The Guide Guide mode gives access to a variety of frequently-used and useful functions. The top level of the guide is displayed when the mode dial is rotated to g. Battery indicator (0 18) Number of exposures remaining (0 16) Shooting mode: A guide mode indicator appears on the shooting mode icon. Choose from the following items: Shoot Take pictures. Retouch Retouch pictures. 44 View/delete View and/or delete pictures. Set up Change camera settings.
Guide Mode Menus To access these menus, highlight Shoot, View/delete, Retouch, or Set up and press J. ❚❚ Shoot Easy operation 4 Auto 5 No flash 9 Distant subjects ! Close-ups 8 Sleeping faces 9 Moving subjects 7 Landscapes 6 Portraits " Night portrait Photograph night 5 landscapes Advanced operation Soften backgrounds # Adjust aperture. Bring more into focus Freeze motion (people) Select a shutter $ Freeze motion (vehicles) speed.
“Start Shooting” Highlight an option and press J.
❚❚ Retouch Trim Filter effects (cross screen) Filter effects (soft) Photo illustration Miniature effect Selective color ❚❚ Set Up Image quality Image size Auto off timers Print date Display and sound settings Monitor brightness Info background color Auto info display Beep Movie settings Frame size/frame rate Movie quality Microphone Wind noise reduction Flicker reduction Playback folder Playback display options DPOF print order Clock and language Time zone and date Language Format memory card Output sett
Using the Guide The following operations can be performed while the guide is displayed: To Use Return to top level of guide Description Press G to turn the monitor on or return to the top level of the guide. Turn monitor on G button Highlight a menu Press 1, 3, 4, or 2 to highlight a menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight options in the menus. Press 1, 3, 4, or 2 to highlight options in displays like that shown below.
To Use Description Press 4 to return to the previous display. To cancel and return to the previous display from displays like that shown below, highlight & and press J. Return to previous display If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the W (Q) button. A description of the currently selected option will be displayed while the button is pressed. Press 1 or 3 to scroll through the display.
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 on page 22. The following scenes can be selected with the mode dial: Mode dial k Portrait Use for portraits with soft, natural-looking skin tones.
m Sports Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. Note: The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. n Close up Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close ranges). o Night Portrait Use for a natural balance between the main subject and the background in portraits taken under low light.
Special Effects Special effects can be used when recording images. % S T U g ' ( Night Vision Super Vivid Pop Photo Illustration Color Sketch Toy Camera Effect Miniature Effect 3 1 2 3 ) I Selective Color Silhouette High Key Low Key HDR Painting Easy Panorama The following effects can be selected by rotating the mode dial to q and rotating the command dial until the desired option appears in the monitor.
% Night Vision Use under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities. Note: Pictures may be affected by noise in the form of randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines. Autofocus is available in live view only; manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. S Super Vivid Overall saturation and contrast are increased for a more vibrant image. T Pop Overall saturation is increased for a more lively image.
' Toy Camera Effect Create photos and movies that appear to have been shot with a toy camera. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 59). ( Miniature Effect 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, compressing about 45 minutes of footage shot at 1920 × 1080/30p into a movie that plays back in about three minutes. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 60).
3 Low Key Use with dark scenes to create dark, low-key images with prominent highlights. Note: The built-in flash turns off. ) HDR Painting Each time a photo is taken, the camera shoots two frames at different exposures and combines them for a painterly effect that emphasizes detail and color. Note: The effect can not be previewed in live view. Note that the desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during shooting.
A Preventing Blur Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds. A NEF (RAW) NEF (RAW) recording is not available in %, S, T, U, g, ', (, 3, ), and I modes. Pictures taken when an NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine option is selected in these modes will be recorded as JPEG images. JPEG images created at these settings will be recorded as fine-quality images. A U, g, and ( Modes Autofocus is not available during movie recording.
Options Available in Live View ❚❚ U 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 the options shown at right. Press 2 or 4 to make outlines thicker or thinner. 3 Press J. Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, press the a button. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs taken using the viewfinder.
❚❚ g Color Sketch 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 the options shown at right. Press 1 or 3 to highlight Vividness or Outlines and press 4 or 2 to change. Vividness can be increased to make colors more saturated, or decreased for a washed-out, monochromatic effect, while outlines can be made thicker or thinner. Increasing the thickness of the lines also makes colors more saturated. 3 Press J.
❚❚ ' 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 the options shown at right. 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. To exit live view, press the a button.
❚❚ ( 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 focus. To temporarily clear miniature effect options from the display and enlarge the view in the monitor for precise focus, press X. Press W (Q) to restore the miniature effect display. 3 Display options.
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. To exit live view, press the a button. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs taken using the viewfinder.
❚❚ 3 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 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.
I Easy Panorama Follow the steps below to shoot panoramas. 1 Select live view. Press the a button. A framing grid and the view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. a button 2 Focus. Frame the start of the panorama and press the shutter-release button halfway. 3 Start shooting. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down and then lift your finger from the button.
4 Pan the camera. Progress indicator Slowly pan the camera up, down, left, or right as shown below. Shooting will start when the camera detects the pan direction and a progress indicator will appear in the display. Shooting ends automatically when the end of the panorama is reached. An example of how to pan the camera is shown below. Without changing your position, pan the camera in a steady curve either horizontally or vertically.
A Panoramas Panorama size can be selected using the Image size item in the shooting menu; choose from Normal panorama and Wide panorama (0 76). An error message will be displayed if the camera is panned too quickly or unsteadily.
❚❚ Viewing Panoramas To view a panorama, display it in full-frame playback (0 26) and press J. The start of the panorama will be displayed with the smallest dimension filling the display and the camera will then scroll through the picture in the original pan direction. Your current position is indicated by the navigation window. Navigation window Guide The following operations can be performed: To Use Description Pause playback.
P, S, A, and M Modes P, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode P S A M Description Recommended for snapshots and in other Programmed auto situations in which there is little time to (0 69) adjust camera settings. Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Use to freeze or blur motion. User chooses Shutter-priority auto shutter speed; camera selects aperture for (0 69) best results.
Mode P (Programmed Auto) This mode is recommended for snapshots or whenever you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure.
Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto) In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Rotate the command dial left for larger apertures (lower f-numbers), right for smaller apertures (higher f-numbers).
Mode M (Manual) In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Checking the exposure indicator (0 72), adjust shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speed is selected by rotating the command dial (right for faster speeds, left for slower). To adjust aperture, keep the E (N) button pressed while rotating the command dial (left for larger apertures/lower f-numbers and right for smaller apertures/higher f-numbers).
A Shutter Speed and Aperture Shutter speed and aperture are shown in the viewfinder and information display. Shutter speed Aperture Fast shutter speeds (1/1600 s in this example) freeze motion. Slow shutter speeds (here 1 s) blur motion. Large apertures (such as f/5.6; remember, the lower the f-number, the larger the aperture) blur details in front of and behind the main subject. Small apertures (f/22 in this case) bring both background and foreground into focus.
Exposure Compensation (P, S, A, M, % and I modes only) Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker (0 109).
To choose a value for exposure compensation, keep the E (N) button pressed and rotate the command dial until the desired value is selected in the viewfinder or information display. Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure compensation to ±0. Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off. + E (N) button Command dial –0.3 EV A The Information Display Exposure compensation options can also be accessed from the information display (0 10).
Camera Menus 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 76) • N: Retouch (0 78) • C: Shooting (0 76) • m: Recent settings (0 78) • B: Setup (0 77) Current settings are shown by icons. Menu options Options in current menu.
Menu Options ❚❚ D Playback Menu: Managing Images Delete Playback folder Playback display options Image review Rotate tall Slide show DPOF print order Rating Select to send to smart device ❚❚ C Shooting Menu: Shooting Options Reset shooting menu Image quality Image size White balance Set Picture Control Auto distortion control Color space Active D-Lighting Noise reduction ISO sensitivity settings AF-area mode Built-in AF-assist illuminator Metering Flash cntrl for built-in flash Optical VR * Movie setting
❚❚ B Setup Menu: Camera Setup Reset setup options Format memory card Monitor brightness Info display format Auto info display Clean image sensor Lock mirror up for cleaning Image Dust Off ref photo Flicker reduction Time zone and date Language Auto image rotation Image comment Auto off timers Self-timer Remote on duration (ML-L3) Beep Rangefinder File number sequence Buttons Slot empty release lock Print date Storage folder Accessory terminal Video mode HDMI Wireless mobile adapter Eye-Fi upload * Firmware
❚❚ N Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies D-Lighting Red-eye correction Trim Monochrome Filter effects Color balance Image overlay NEF (RAW) processing Resize Quick retouch Straighten Distortion control Fisheye Color outline Photo illustration Color sketch Perspective control Miniature effect Selective color Edit movie Side-by-side comparison * * Available only if retouch menu is displayed by pressing P and selecting Retouch in fullframe playback when a retouched image or original is displayed.
Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus. Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item Cancel and return to previous menu Select highlighted item or display sub-menu Move cursor down Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus. Press the G button to display the menus. G button A The d (Help) Icon If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the W (Q) 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. • While pressing 2 generally has the same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J.
ViewNX 2 Installing ViewNX 2 Install the supplied software to display and edit photographs and movies that have been copied to your computer. Before installing ViewNX 2, confirm that your computer meets the system requirements on page 84. Be sure to use the latest version of ViewNX 2, which is available for download from the websites listed on page xvi, as earlier versions that do not support the D3300 may fail to transfer NEF (RAW) images correctly. 1 Launch the installer.
2 Start the installer. Click Install and follow the on-screen instructions. Click Install 3 Exit the installer. Windows Mac Click Yes Click OK 4 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive.
A System Requirements Windows Mac • Photos: Intel Celeron, • Photos: Intel Core or Xeon Pentium 4, Core Series; series 1.6 GHz or better • Movies (playback): Core Duo • Movies (playback): Pentium D 2 GHz or better; Intel Core i5 3.
Using ViewNX 2 Copy Pictures to the Computer Before proceeding, be sure you have installed the software on the supplied ViewNX 2 CD (0 82). 1 Connect the USB cable. After turning the camera off and ensuring that a memory card is inserted, connect the supplied USB cable as shown and then turn the camera on. 2 Start Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX 2. If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.
3 Click Start Transfer. At default settings, pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Start Transfer A During Transfer Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress. 4 Terminate the connection. When transfer is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
View Pictures Pictures are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete. A Starting ViewNX 2 Manually • Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desktop. • Mac: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in the Dock. ❚❚ Retouching Photographs To crop pictures and perform such tasks as adjusting sharpness and tone levels, click the Edit button in the ViewNX 2 toolbar.
❚❚ Printing Pictures Click the Print button in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. A dialog will be displayed, allowing you to print pictures on a printer connected to the computer. A For More Information Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2. A Viewing the Nikon Website To visit the Nikon website after installing ViewNX 2, select All Programs > Link to Nikon from the Windows start menu (Internet connection required).
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 This camera supports autofocus with AF-S, AF-P, and AF-I CPU lenses only. AF-S lenses have names beginning with AF-S, AF-P lenses with AF-P, and AF-I lenses with AF-I. Autofocus is not supported with other autofocus (AF) lenses.
4 Can not be used with shifting or tilting. 5 Optimal exposure will only be achieved if the lens is at maximum aperture and the lens is not shifted or tilted. 6 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 7 When AF 80–200mm f/2.8, AF 35–70mm f/2.8, AF 28–85mm f/3.5–4.5 (New), or AF 28– 85mm f/3.5–4.5 lenses are zoomed all the way in at the minimum focus distance, the in-focus indicator (I) may be displayed when the image on the matte screen in the viewfinder is not in focus.
Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D3300. Power sources Filters • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14a (0 11): Additional EN-EL14a batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. EN-EL14 batteries can also be used. • Battery Charger MH-24 (0 11): Recharge EN-EL14a and EN-EL14 batteries.
Viewfinder eyepiece accessories Software 92 • DK-5 Eyepiece Cap: Prevents light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure. • DK-20C Eyepiece Correction Lenses: Lenses are available with diopters of –5, –4, –3, –2, 0, +0.5, +1, +2, and +3 m–1 when the camera diopter adjustment control is in the neutral position (–1 m–1). Use eyepiece correction lenses only if the desired focus can not be achieved with the built in diopter adjustment control (–1.7 to +0.
Body cap Accessory shoe covers Remote controls/ wireless remote controller Body Cap BF-1B/Body Cap BF-1A: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and image sensor free of dust when a lens is not in place. Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1: A cover protecting the accessory shoe. The accessory shoe is used for optional flash units. • Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 (0 6): The ML-L3 uses a 3 V CR2025 battery.
Microphones Stereo Microphone ME-1 The D3300 is equipped with an accessory terminal for WR-1 and WR-R10 wireless remote controllers Accessory (0 93), MC-DC2 remote cords, and terminal GP-1/GP-1A GPS units, which accessories connect with the 4 mark on the connector aligned with the 2 next to the accessory terminal (close the connector cover when the terminal is not in use).
Approved Memory Cards The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D3300. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recommended for movie recording. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used.
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.
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Caring for the Camera 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.
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. The lens and mirror are easily damaged. Dust and lint should be gently removed with a blower. When using an aerosol blower, keep the can vertical to prevent discharge of liquid.
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.
Caring for the Battery Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries: • Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment. • Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat. • Keep the battery terminals clean. • Turn the product off before replacing the battery. • Remove the battery from the camera or charger when not in use and replace the terminal cover.
• 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 EN-EL14a battery. • Charge the battery before use. When taking photographs on important occasions, ready a spare EN-EL14a battery and keep it fully charged. Depending on your location, it may be difficult to purchase replacement batteries on short notice. Note that on cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease.
Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder and monitor. A Warning Icons A flashing d in the monitor or s in the viewfinder indicates that a warning or error message can be displayed in the monitor by pressing the W (Q) button. Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Solution Lock lens aperture ring B Set lens aperture ring to minimum at minimum aperture (flashes) aperture (highest f-number). (largest f/-number). • Attach non-IX NIKKOR lens.
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Solution Initialization error. d/ Turn camera off, remove and replace Turn camera off and k battery, and then turn camera on again. then on again. (flashes) Battery level is low. Complete operation End cleaning and turn camera off and — and turn camera off recharge or replace battery. immediately. Clock not set — Set camera clock. No memory card S/s Turn camera off and confirm that card is inserted (flashes) correctly inserted. Memory card is locked (write protected).
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder Subject is too bright s (flashes) Subject is too dark No “Bulb” in S mode No “Time” in S mode Press the live-view button when you are ready to start a panorama. 104 A (flashes) & (flashes) Solution • Use a lower ISO sensitivity. • Use commercial ND filter. • In mode: S Increase shutter speed A Choose a smaller aperture (higher f-number) % Choose another shooting mode • Use a higher ISO sensitivity. • Use flash.
Indicator Monitor Viewfinder — Error. Press shutter release button again. Start-up error. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative. Metering error Unable to start live view. Please wait for camera to cool. Solution • Use the flash. • Change distance to subject, aperture, N/s flash range, or ISO sensitivity. (flashes) • Lens focal length is less than 18 mm: use a longer focal length. Release shutter. If error persists or appears frequently, consult Nikonauthorized service representative.
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D3300 Digital Camera Type Type Single-lens reflex digital camera Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) Effective angle of view Nikon DX format; focal length equivalent to approx. 1.5× that of lenses with FX format angle of view Effective pixels Effective pixels 24.2 million Image sensor Image sensor 23.5 × 15.6 mm CMOS sensor Total pixels 24.
Storage Picture Control System Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape; selected Picture Control can be modified Media SD (Secure Digital) and UHS-I compliant SDHC and SDXC memory cards File system DCF 2.0, DPOF, Exif 2.3, PictBridge Viewfinder Viewfinder Frame coverage Magnification Eyepoint Diopter adjustment Focusing screen Reflex mirror Lens aperture Lens Compatible lenses Eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder Approx. 95% horizontal and 95% vertical Approx. 0.
Shutter Type Speed Flash sync speed Release Release mode Frame advance rate Self-timer Exposure Metering mode Metering method Range (ISO 100, f/1.
Exposure Mode Auto modes (i auto; j auto, flash off); programmed auto with flexible program (P); shutter-priority auto (S); aperture-priority auto (A); manual (M); scene modes (k portrait; l landscape; p child; m sports; n close up; o night portrait); special effects modes (% night vision; S super vivid; T pop; U photo illustration; g color sketch; ' toy camera effect; ( miniature effect; 3 selective color; 1 silhouette; 2 high key; 3 low key; ) HDR painting; I easy panorama) Exposure compensation Can be a
Focus Lens servo Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock Flash Built-in flash Guide Number Flash control Flash mode 110 • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuousservo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status • Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used Can be selected from 11 focus points Single-point AF, dynamic-area AF, auto-area AF, 3D-tracking (11 points) Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-relea
Flash Flash compensation Flash-ready indicator –3 – +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with System (CLS) SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or SB-700 as a master flash or SU-800 as commander; Flash Color Information Communication supported with all CLS-compatible flash units Sy
Movie Metering TTL exposure metering using main image sensor Metering method Matrix Frame size (pixels) and • 1920 × 1080, 60p (progressive)/50p/30p/25p/ frame rate 24p, ★ high/normal • 1280 × 720, 60p/50p, ★ high/normal • 640 × 424, 30p/25p, ★ high/normal Frame rates of 30p (actual frame rate 29.97 fps) and 60p (actual frame rate 59.94 fps) are available when NTSC is selected for video mode. 25p and 50p are available when PAL is selected for video mode. Actual frame rate when 24p is selected is 23.976 fps.
Interface USB Video output HDMI output Accessory terminal Audio input Supported languages Supported languages Power source Battery AC adapter Tripod socket Tripod socket Hi-Speed USB NTSC, PAL Type C mini-pin HDMI connector Wireless remote controllers: WR-1, WR-R10 (available separately) Remote cords: MC-DC2 (available separately) GPS units: GP-1/GP-1A (available separately) Stereo mini-pin jack (3.
Dimensions/weight Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 124 × 98 × 75.5 mm (4.9 × 3.9 × 3 in.) Weight Approx. 460 g (1 lb 0.2 oz) with battery and memory card but without body cap; approx. 410 g/14.5 oz (camera body only) Operating environment Temperature 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F) Humidity 85% or less (no condensation) • Unless otherwise stated, all measurements are performed in conformity with Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards or guidelines.
❚❚ MH-24 Battery Charger AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A maximum DC 8.4 V/0.9 A Nikon Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14a Approx. 1 hour and 50 minutes at an ambient temperature of 25 °C/77 °F when no charge remains Operating temperature 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 70 × 26 × 97 mm (2.8 × 1.0 × 3.8 in.), excluding plug adapter Weight Approx. 96 g (3.
❚❚ AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR and AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G Lenses Type Focal length Maximum aperture Lens construction Angle of view Focal length scale Distance information Zoom Focusing Type G AF-P DX lens with built-in CPU and F mount 18–55 mm f/3.5–5.
❚❚ AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR II Lens Type G AF-S DX lens with built-in CPU and F mount Focal length 18–55 mm Maximum aperture f/3.5–5.
A AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR, AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR and AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G feature retractable lens barrels.
A The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR II The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR II, which features a retractable lens barrel.
A Trademark Information IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc., in the United States and/or other countries and is used under license. Mac OS and OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks, or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. PictBridge logo is a trademark. The SD, SDHC, and SDXC logos are trademarks of the SD3C, LLC.
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, the interval between shots, and the length of time menus are displayed. Sample figures for EN-EL14a (1230 mAh) batteries are given below.
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 a GP-1or GP-1A GPS unit • Using an Eye-Fi card • Using a WU-1a wireless mobile adapter • Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses • Repeatedly zooming in and out with an AF-P lens. To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL14a batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean.
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