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Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. 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. Where to Find It Find what you’re looking for from: i The Table of Contents ............ 0 i i Error Messages........................ 0 256 i Troubleshooting..................... 0 251 i The Index .................................
Table of Contents For Your Safety ........................................................................................................................viii Notices.......................................................................................................................................... xi Location Data ............................................................................................................................ xv Wireless .....................................................
w Pet Portrait ...................................................................................................................... 35 x Candlelight ....................................................................................................................... 35 y Blossom ............................................................................................................................ 36 z Autumn Colors ....................................................................................
Location Data ............................................................................................................................74 Embedding Location Data in Photos and Movies.......................................................74 Track Logs..................................................................................................................................76 Deleting Logs ................................................................................................................
Editing Movies ....................................................................................................................... 131 Trimming Movies..................................................................................................................131 Saving Selected Frames .....................................................................................................134 Playback and Deletion 135 Full-Frame Playback................................................................
Selecting Pictures for Upload........................................................................................... 173 Selecting Individual Pictures for Upload ..................................................................... 173 Selecting Multiple Pictures for Upload ........................................................................ 174 Camera Menus 175 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ........................................................................... 175 Playback Folder....
f: Controls ................................................................................................................................193 f1: Assign Fn Button ........................................................................................................193 f2: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button .........................................................................................194 f3: Reverse Dial Rotation.............................................................................................
Technical Notes 226 Compatible Lenses............................................................................................................... 226 Compatible CPU Lenses .................................................................................................... 226 Compatible Non-CPU Lenses .......................................................................................... 228 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)..........................................................................
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: This icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all warnings before using A this Nikon product.
A Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire. A Do not aim a flash at the operator of a motor vehicle Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents. A Observe caution when using the flash • Using the camera with the flash in close contact with the skin or other objects could cause burns.
A Observe proper precautions when handling the charger • Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. • Do not short the charger terminals. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating and damage to the charger. • Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire. • Do not go near the charger during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
Notices • No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission. • Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
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.
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. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
Location Data Track logs: Location data will be recorded with pictures taken while On is selected for Location data > Record location data (0 74). In addition, if Start is selected for Location data > Create log > Log location data in the setup menu (0 76), the camera continues to log location data even while off.
Wireless This product, which contains encryption software developed in the United States, is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations and may not be exported or reexported to any country to which the United States embargoes goods. The following countries are currently subject to embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria. Notices for Customers in the U. S. A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Notices for Customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Notices for Customers in Europe Hereby, Nikon, declares that the D5300 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_D5300.pdf Notice for Customers in Singapore Trade Name: Model: D5300 This device complies with radio-frequency regulations. The content of certification labels not affixed to the device is given below.
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 3 2 1 13 24 4 5 6 7 8 11 25 14 15 4 16 9 17 10 18 19 20 12 22 23 1 Mode dial...................................3 2 Live view switch Live view .....................24, 118 Movie...........................27, 126 3 R (information) button...
7 1 8 9 10 2 11 12 3 4 13 14 15 16 5 17 21 20 18 19 6 P button Changing settings in the information display ......... 7 Rating pictures, retouching photos, editing movies, and selecting pictures for upload to a smart device..............................135 Restoring default settings .............................72 A/L button Using the A (L) button ...................................56, 194 Protecting photographs from deletion ................143 Command dial K button Playback...................
The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes: P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings. • P—Programmed auto (0 84) • S—Shutter-priority auto (0 85) • A—Aperture-priority auto (0 86) • M—Manual (0 87) Special Effects Modes Use special effects during shooting.
The Viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Framing grid (displayed when On is selected for Custom Setting d2) ........................ 188 2 Focus points ........................... 55 3 AF area brackets..............16, 20 4 Low battery warning............ 17 5 Monochrome indicator (displayed in % mode or when the Monochrome Picture Control or a Picture Control based on Monochrome is selected) ..................... 37, 111 6 “No memory card” indicator............................... 12 7 Focus indicator .............
The Monitor The monitor can be angled and rotated as shown below. 180° 90° 180° Normal use Fold the monitor against the camera face out. This position is recommended for normal photography. Low-angle shots Frame live view shots with the camera close to the ground. High-angle shots Frame live view shots while holding the camera over your head. Self-portraits Use for self-portraits in live view. The monitor shows a mirror image of what will appear in the final picture.
The Information Display Viewing settings: To view the information display, press the R button. R button 1 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 2 19 3 4 5 6 7 20 21 22 24 1 Shooting mode i auto/ j auto (flash off).............. 19 Scene modes...................... 30 Special effects mode........ 37 P, S, A, and M modes.......... 82 2 Aperture (f-number) ............ 83 Aperture display.................... 83 3 Shutter speed ........................ 83 Shutter-speed display..........
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 7 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 Image quality..........................59 6 White balance ......................101 12 AF-area mode ................53, 120 Image size................................61 7 ISO sensitivity......................... 67 13 Focus mode....................
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 (0 175) • C: Shooting (0 177) • A: Custom Settings (0 182) • B: Setup (0 195) • N: Retouch (0 205) • m/O: Recent settings or My Menu (defaults • to Recent settings; 0 222) Current settings are shown by icons. Menu options Options in current menu.
❚❚ 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 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a 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.
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 16GB Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. The Write Protect Switch SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of data.
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 Open the monitor. Open the monitor as shown. Do not use force. 6 Turn the camera on. A language-selection dialog will be displayed. 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).
7 Choose a language and set the camera clock. Use the multi selector and J button to select a language and set the camera clock. q J button: select highlighted item Select highlighted item or display sub-menu Move cursor down w Select language r e Select time zone Select date format t Select daylight saving time option 8 Move cursor up Set time and date (note that the camera uses a 24-hour clock) Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining.
9 Focus the viewfinder. After removing the lens cap, 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. AF area brackets Viewfinder not in focus Viewfinder in focus D Charging the Battery Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages viii–x and 245–247 of this manual.
A Battery Level Battery level is shown in the information display (if the battery is low, a warning will also be displayed in the viewfinder). If the information display does not appear when the R button is pressed, the battery is exhausted and needs to be recharged. Information display L K Viewfinder — — H d H d (flashes) (flashes) Description Battery fully charged. Battery partially discharged. Low battery. Ready fully-charged spare battery or prepare to charge battery. Battery exhausted.
A A-M, M/A-M, and A/M-M Switches When using autofocus with a lens equipped with an A-M mode switch, slide the switch to A (if the lens has an M/A-M or A/M-M switch, select M/A or A/M). For information on other lenses that can be used with this camera, see page 226.
“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 camera on and rotate the Mode dial 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. 2 Frame the photograph. Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in the AF area brackets.
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 AF-assist illuminator may light). When the focus operation is complete, a beep will sound (a beep may not sound if the subject is moving) and the active focus point and in-focus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder. In-focus indicator Description I Subject in focus. Camera unable to focus using I (flashes) autofocus. See page 52.
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.
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 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 (Auto off timers; 0 186).
Framing Photos in the Monitor 1 Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor (live view). Live view switch 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.
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. Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete. When recording is complete, the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds. Rotate the live view switch to exit live view.
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 Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens is displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 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. Rotate the live view switch to exit live view. Viewing Movies Press K to start playback and then scroll through pictures until a movie (indicated by a 1 icon) is displayed. Press J to start playback and press 1 or K to end playback.
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.
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 19. The scenes listed below can be selected with the mode dial.
The Mode Dial The following scenes can be selected with the mode dial: Mode dial k Portrait Use for portraits with soft, natural-looking skin tones. If the subject is far from the background or a telephoto lens is used, background details will be softened to lend the composition a sense of depth. l Landscape Use for vivid landscape shots in daylight. A Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. p Child Use for snapshots of children.
m Sports Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. A 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).
Other Scenes The following scenes can be selected by rotating the mode dial to h and rotating the command dial until the desired scene appears in the monitor. Mode dial Command dial Monitor o Night Portrait Use for a natural balance between the main subject and the background in portraits taken under low light. r Night Landscape Reduce noise and unnatural colors when photographing night landscapes, including street lighting and neon signs.
s Party/Indoor Capture the effects of indoor background lighting. Use for parties and other indoor scenes. t Beach/Snow Capture the brightness of sunlit expanses of water, snow, or sand. A Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. u Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. A Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.
v Dusk/Dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before dawn or after sunset. A Note The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. w Pet Portrait Use for portraits of active pets. A Note The AF-assist illuminator turns off. x Candlelight For photographs taken by candlelight. A Note The built-in flash turns off.
y Blossom Use for fields of flowers, orchards in bloom, and other landscapes featuring expanses of blossoms. A Note The built-in flash turns off. z Autumn Colors Captures the brilliant reds and yellows in autumn leaves. A Note The built-in flash turns off. 0 Food Use for vivid photographs of food. A Note For flash photography, press the M (Y) button to raise the flash (0 64). A Preventing Blur Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds.
Special Effects Special effects can be used when recording images. % g ' ( 3 1 2 3 ) Night Vision Color Sketch Toy Camera Effect Miniature Effect Selective Color Silhouette High Key Low Key HDR Painting 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. Mode dial Command dial Monitor % Night Vision Use under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities.
g Color Sketch The camera detects and colors outlines for a color sketch effect. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 41). A Note Movies shot in this mode play back like a slide show made up of a series of stills. ' 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 42). ( Miniature Effect Create photos that appear to be pictures of dioramas. Works best when shooting from a high vantage point.
3 Selective Color All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 43). A Note The built-in flash turns off. 1 Silhouette Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. A Note The built-in flash turns off. 2 High Key Use with bright scenes to create bright images that seem filled with light. A Note The built-in flash turns off.
3 Low Key Use with dark scenes to create dark, lowkey images with prominent highlights. A 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. A Note The effect can not be previewed in live view. Note that the desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject move during shooting.
Options Available in Live View ❚❚ g Color Sketch 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 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.
❚❚ ' Toy Camera Effect 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 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, rotate the live view switch.
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 shutter-release 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. Press J to display miniature effect options. 4 Adjust 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). To zoom in on the center of the display for more precise color selection, press X. Press W (Q) to zoom out. 4 Choose the color range.
More on Photography Choosing a Release Mode To choose how the shutter is released (release mode), press the s (E/#) button, then highlight the desired option and press J. s (E/#) button Mode Description 8 Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutter-release button is pressed. Continuous L: The camera takes photographs at a slow rate while the shutter-release button is pressed (0 46).
Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode) In ! (Continuous L) and 9 (Continuous H) modes, the camera takes photographs continuously while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. 1 Press the s (E/#) button. s (E/#) button 2 Choose a continuous release mode. Highlight ! (Continuous L) or 9 (Continuous H) and press J. 3 Focus. Frame the shot and focus. 4 Take photographs. The camera will take photographs while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.
A The Memory Buffer The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to the memory card. Up to 100 photographs can be taken in succession. Depending on the battery level and the number of images in the buffer, recording may take from a few seconds to a few minutes. If the battery is exhausted while images remain in the buffer, the shutter release will be disabled and the images transferred to the memory card.
Quiet Shutter Release Choose this mode to keep camera noise to a minimum. A beep does not sound when the camera focuses. 1 Press the s (E/#) button. s (E/#) button 2 Select J (Quiet shutter release). Highlight J (Quiet shutter release) and press J. 3 Press the shutter-release button all the way down. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot.
Self-Timer Mode The self-timer can be used for self-portraits or group shots that include the photographer. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. 1 Press the s (E/#) button. s (E/#) button 2 Select E (Self-timer) mode. Highlight E (Self-timer) and press J. 3 Frame the photograph. 4 Take the photograph. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down.
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 interfering with exposure. Rubber eyecup q Eyepiece cap w A Using the Built-in Flash Before taking a photograph with the flash in modes that require the flash to be raised manually, press the M (Y) button to raise the flash and wait for the M indicator to be displayed in the viewfinder (0 23).
Focus (Viewfinder Photography) This section describes the focus options available when photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Focus can be adjusted automatically or manually (see “Focus Mode,” below). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 55) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (0 55). Choosing How the Camera Focuses: Focus Mode Choose from the following focus modes. Note that AF-S and AF-C are available only in modes P, S, A, and M.
A Predictive Focus Tracking 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 the camera while the shutterrelease 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.
Choosing How the Focus Point Is Selected: AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus point for autofocus is selected. Note that d (dynamic-area) and f (3D-tracking) AF-area modes are not available when AF-S is selected for focus mode. Option Description For stationary subjects. Focus point is selected manually; camera c Single-point AF focuses on subject in selected focus point only. For non-stationary subjects.
2 Choose an AF-area mode. Highlight an option and press J. A AF-Area Mode AF-area mode selections made in shooting modes other than P, S, A, or M are reset when another shooting mode is selected. A 3D-Tracking If subject leaves the viewfinder, remove your finger from the shutter-release button and recompose the photograph with the subject in the selected focus point.
Focus Point Selection In manual focus mode or when autofocus is combined with AF-area modes other than e (Auto-area AF), you can choose from 39 focus points, making it possible to compose photographs with the main subject almost anywhere in the frame. 1 Choose an AF-area mode other than e (Auto-area AF; 0 53). 2 Select the focus point. Use the multi selector to select the focus point in the viewfinder or information display while the exposure meters are on. Press J to select the center focus point.
2 Lock focus. AF-A and AF-C focus modes: With the shutter-release button pressed halfway (q), press the A (L) button (w) to lock focus. Focus will remain locked while the A (L) button is pressed, even if you later remove your finger from the shutterrelease button. Shutter-release button A (L) button AF-S focus mode: Focus will lock automatically when the in-focus indicator appears, and remain locked until you remove your finger from the shutterrelease button.
Manual Focus Manual focus can be used when autofocus is not available or does not produce the desired results (0 52). 1 Select manual focus. If the lens is equipped with an A-M, M/A-M, or A/M-M A-M M/A-M mode switch mode switch mode switch, slide the switch to M. If the lens is not equipped a focus-mode switch, select MF (manual focus) for Focus mode (0 51). 2 Focus. To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus.
A Selecting Manual Focus with the Camera If the lens supports M/A (autofocus with manual override) or A/M (autofocus with manual override/AF priority), manual focus can also be selected by setting the camera focus mode to MF (manual focus; 0 51). Focus can then be adjusted manually, regardless of the mode selected with the lens. A Focal Plane Position The position of the focal plane is indicated by the focal plane mark on the camera body.
Image Quality and Size Together, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quality images can be printed at larger sizes but also require more memory, meaning that fewer such images can be stored on the memory card (0 281). Image Quality Choose a file format and compression ratio (image quality).
A NEF (RAW) Images Note that the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) images. White balance bracketing (0 108), high dynamic range (HDR, 0 96), and print date (0 190) are not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG. NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the camera or using software such as Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 236) or ViewNX 2 (supplied).
Image Size Choose a size for JPEG images: Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.) * # Large 6000 × 4000 50.8 × 33.9/20 × 13.3 $ Medium 4496 × 3000 38.1 × 25.4/15.0 × 10 % Small 2992 × 2000 25.3 × 16.9/10 × 6.7 * Approximate size when printed at 300 dpi. Print size in inches equals image size in pixels divided by printer resolution in dots per inch (dpi; 1 inch=approximately 2.54 cm). Image size 1 Display image size options.
Using the Built-in Flash The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit subjects. Auto Pop-up Modes In i, k, p, n, o, s, w, g , 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 command dial until the desired flash mode appears in the information display. 2 + M (Y) button Command dial Take pictures.
❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available: • No (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. Not available in o mode. • Njo (auto with red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. The flash pops up and fires as required, but before it fires the red-eye reduction lamp lights to help reduce “red-eye.” Not available in o mode. • j (off ): The flash does not fire.
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. M (Y) button 2 Choose a flash mode (P, S, A, and M modes only). Keeping the M (Y) button pressed, rotate the command dial until the desired flash mode appears in the information display. 3 + M (Y) button Command dial Take pictures. The flash will fire whenever a picture is taken.
❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available: • N (fill flash): The flash fires with every shot. • Nj (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. • Njp (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. A The Built-in Flash For information on the lenses that can be used with the built-in flash, see page 230. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of 0.6 m (2 ft) and can not be used in the macro range of zoom lenses with a macro function.
ISO Sensitivity The camera’s sensitivity to light can be adjusted according to the amount of light available. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. Noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) is however more likely at settings between Hi 0.3 (equivalent to ISO 16000) and Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 25600).
Interval Timer Photography The camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals. D Before Shooting Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor. To ensure that shooting starts at the desired time, check that the camera clock is set correctly (0 201). Use of a tripod is recommended. Mount the camera on a tripod before shooting begins.
4 Choose the number of intervals. Press 4 or 2 to highlight number of intervals (i.e., the number of times the camera shoots); press 1 or 3 to change. Press 2 to continue. 5 Start shooting. Highlight On and press J (to return to the shooting menu without starting the interval timer, highlight Off and press J). The first series of shots will be taken at the specified starting time, or after about 3 s if Now was selected for Choose start time in Step 2.
Remote Control Photography Using an Optional ML-L3 Remote Control The optional ML-L3 remote control (0 237) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. 1 Press the s (E/#) button. s (E/#) button 2 Select a remote control mode. Highlight " (Delayed remote (ML-L3)) or # (Quick-response remote (ML-L3)) and press J. 3 Frame the photograph. Check focus by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.
A Before Using the ML-L3 Remote Control Before using the ML-L3 for the first time, remove the clear plastic battery-insulator sheet. A Cover the Viewfinder To prevent light entering via the viewfinder interfering with exposure, remove the rubber eyecup and cover the viewfinder with the supplied eyepiece cap (0 50).
Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below and on page 73 can be restored to default values by holding the G and P buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The information display turns off briefly while settings are G button reset.
❚❚ Other Settings Option Release mode m, w Other shooting modes Focus point AE/AF lock hold Shooting modes other than i and j Flexible program P Multiple exposure Multiple exposure mode P, S, A, M Default Continuous H Single frame Center Off Off Off 0 Option Special effects mode g 45 Vividness Outlines 55 ' Vividness 194 Vignetting ( 84 Orientation Width 3 98 Color Color range Default 0 0 0 41 0 0 42 Landscape Normal 42 Off 3 43 More on Photography 73
Location Data Embedding Location Data in Photos and Movies The built-in location data unit can record information on the camera’s current position (latitude, longitude, altitude) and the current time (UTC) as provided by satellite navigation systems and embed it in photographs and movies taken with the camera. The location data function works best in locations that offer an unobstructed view of the sky. 1 Select Location data.
4 Check satellite signal strength. Press the R button and check satellite signal strength in the information display. R button 5 Take pictures. The location data obtained via the navigation satellite system will be recorded with each photograph or movie taken and can be viewed in the playback photo info displays (0 136) or plotted on a map using the supplied ViewNX 2 software (0 154). 6 Turn the location data function off.
Track Logs The built in location data unit can log information on the camera’s current position (latitude, longitude, altitude) and the current time (UTC) as provided by satellite navigation systems. Location data are recorded automatically at preset intervals and saved to a track log file stored separately from the pictures taken with the camera. The supplied ViewNX 2 software (0 154) can then be used to view the track on a map. 1 Select On for Record location Data.
5 End the log. To end the log and save it to the memory card before the selected log length is reached, select Location data > Create log > Log location data, then highlight End and press J. The memory card access lamp will light while the camera saves the log to the memory card; do not remove the battery or memory card while the access lamp is lit. A Pausing Logs To pause the log, select Pause in the Create log display. The log can be resumed by selecting Restart.
Deleting Logs Follow the steps below to delete all or selected logs. 1 Select Log list. Select Location data in the setup menu, then highlight Log list and press J. 2 Press O. The dialog shown at right will be displayed. O button 3 Select logs. To delete selected logs, highlight items in the list and press 2 to select or deselect, and then press J to proceed. To delete all logs, press X and then press J. X button 4 Select Yes.
GPS Options Use the Location data > GPS options item in the setup menu to adjust settings for the built-in location data unit. ❚❚ Standby Timer Choose whether or not to use the standby timer with the location data function.
❚❚ Update A-GPS File Using assisted GPS (A-GPS or aGPS) files reduces the time needed for the built-in location data unit to determine the current position. Assisted GPS files can be updated as described below. 1 Download the latest assisted GPS file. Download the current assisted GPS file from the following URL: http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ 2 Copy the file to the “NIKON” folder on the memory card.
D Location Data Local geographic and atmospheric conditions may prevent or delay the acquisition of location data. The camera may be unable to receive location data indoors, underground, or in metal containers or the vicinity of bridges and other large structures, trees, power lines, or other objects that block or reflect satellite signals. Pay attention to your footing and surroundings when looking for locations with good reception.
P, S, A, and M Modes Shutter Speed and Aperture P, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode P S A M 82 Description Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which Programmed auto there is little time to adjust camera settings. Camera sets shutter (0 84) speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Shutter-priority auto Use to freeze or blur motion. User chooses shutter speed; camera (0 85) selects aperture for best results.
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.
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 dial To take pictures in programmed auto mode, rotate the mode dial to P. A Flexible Program In mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the command dial (“flexible program”).
Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) This mode lets you control shutter speed: choose fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion, slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving objects. The camera automatically adjusts aperture for optimal exposure. Fast shutter speeds (e.g., 1/1600 s) freeze motion. Slow shutter speeds (e.g., 1 s) blur motion. To choose a shutter speed: 1 Rotate the mode dial to S. 2 Choose a shutter speed.
Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto) In this mode, you can adjust aperture to control depth of field (the distance in front of and behind the main subject that appears to be in focus). The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed for optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers, e.g. f/5.6) blur details in front of and behind the main subject. Small apertures (high f-numbers, e.g. f/22) bring the foreground and background into focus. To choose an aperture: 1 Rotate the mode dial to A.
Mode M (Manual) In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speeds of “Bulb” and “Time” are available for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks (0 88). 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. 2 Choose aperture and shutter speed. Mode dial Checking the exposure indicator (see below), adjust shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speed is selected by rotating the command dial (right for faster speeds, left for slower).
Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only) Select the following shutter speeds for long timeexposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. • Bulb (A): The shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way Length of exposure: 35 s down. To prevent blur, use a tripod or an Aperture: f/25 optional wireless remote controller (0 237) or remote cord (0 237).
❚❚ Time 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. 2 Choose the shutter speed. Mode dial Rotate the command dial left to choose a shutter speed of “Time” (&). Command dial 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 (shooting ends automatically if the button is not pressed after 30 minutes).
Exposure Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure. Method L Matrix metering M Center-weighted metering N Spot metering 1 Description Produces natural results in most situations. The camera meters a wide area of the frame and sets exposure according to tone distribution, color, composition, and distance. Classic meter for portraits. Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to center area. Recommended when using filters with an exposure factor (filter factor) over 1×.
Autoexposure Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using M (Center-weighted metering) and N (Spot metering) to meter exposure; note that autoexposure lock is not available in i or j mode. 1 Meter exposure. Press the shutter-release button halfway. 2 Lock exposure. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway (q) and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the A (L) button (w) to lock exposure.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker (0 260). It is most effective when used with M (Center-weighted metering) or N (Spot metering) (0 90). –1 EV No exposure compensation 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 E (N) button Command dial or information display.
Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections (0 261). Keep the M (Y) and E (N) buttons pressed and rotate the command dial until the desired value is selected in the viewfinder or information display.
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows 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. Active D-Lighting is not recommended in mode M; in other modes, it is most effective when used with L (Matrix metering; 0 90).
D Active D-Lighting Noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) may appear in photographs taken with Active D-Lighting. Uneven shading may be visible with some subjects. Active D-Lighting can not be used at ISO sensitivities of Hi 0.3 or above. A “Active D-Lighting” Versus “D-Lighting” Active D-Lighting adjusts exposure before shooting to optimize the dynamic range, while the D-Lighting option in the retouch menu (0 207) brightens shadows in images after shooting.
High Dynamic Range (HDR) High Dynamic Range (HDR) combines two exposures to form a single image that captures a wide range of tones from shadows to highlights, even with high-contrast subjects. HDR is most effective when used with L (Matrix metering) (0 90). It can not be used to record NEF (RAW) images. While HDR is in effect, the flash can not be used and continuous shooting is not available. + First exposure (darker) 1 Second exposure (brighter) Display HDR (High Dynamic Range) options.
3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. “l u” will flash in the viewfinder while the images are combined; no photographs can be taken until recording is complete. HDR turns off automatically after the photograph is taken; to turn off HDR before shooting, rotate the mode dial to a setting other than P, S, A, or M. D Framing HDR Photographs The edges of the image may be cropped out.
Multiple Exposure Follow the steps below to record a series of two or three exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures produce colors noticeably superior to those in software-generated photographic overlays created from existing images. ❚❚ Creating a Multiple Exposure Multiple exposures can not be recorded in live view. Exit live view before proceeding.
3 Choose the number of shots. Highlight Number of shots and press 2. The dialog shown at right will be displayed. Press 1 or 3 to choose the number of exposures that will be combined to form a single photograph and press J. 4 Choose the amount of gain. Highlight Auto gain and press 2. The following options will be displayed. Highlight an option and press J.
❚❚ Interrupting Multiple Exposures To interrupt a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, select Off for Multiple exposure > Multiple exposure mode in the shooting menu. A multiple exposure will be created from the exposures that have been recorded to that point. If Auto gain is on, gain will be adjusted to reflect the number of exposures actually recorded.
White Balance White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources; other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source: Description Automatic white balance adjustment. Recommended in most situations. Use under incandescent lighting. Use with the light sources listed on page 102. Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight. Use with the flash. Use in daylight under overcast skies.
A The Shooting Menu White balance can be selected using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 177), which also can be used to fine-tune white balance (0 103) or measure a value for preset white balance (0 104). The I Fluorescent option in the White balance menu can be used to select the light source from the bulb types shown at right. A Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions.
Fine-Tuning White Balance White balance can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. White balance is fine-tuned using the White balance option in the shooting menu. 1 Select a white balance option. Press G to display the menus, then highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press 2.
Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. Two methods are available for setting preset white balance: Method Description Neutral gray or white object is placed under lighting that will be used in final photo Measure and white balance measured by camera (see below). Use photo White balance is copied from photo on memory card (0 107).
4 Select Yes. The menu shown at right will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. The camera will enter preset measurement mode. When the camera is ready to measure white balance, a flashing D (L) will appear in the viewfinder and information display. 5 Measure white balance. Before the indicators stop flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter-release button all the way down.
6 Check the results. If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, the message shown at right will be displayed and a will flash in the viewfinder for about eight seconds before the camera returns to shooting mode. To return to shooting mode immediately, press the shutter-release button halfway. If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance.
❚❚ Copying White Balance from a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from a photograph on the memory card. 1 Select Preset manual. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press 2 to display white balance options. Highlight Preset manual and press G button 2. 2 Select Use photo. Highlight Use photo and press 2. 3 Choose Select image.
Bracketing Bracketing automatically varies exposure, white balance, or Active D-Lighting (ADL) settings slightly with each shot, “bracketing” the current value. Choose in situations in which it is difficult to set exposure or white balance and there is not time to check results and adjust settings with each shot, or to experiment with different settings for the same subject. Option k Description Vary exposure over a series of three photographs.
2 Display bracketing options. Press the P button, then highlight the current bracketing setting and press J. P button 3 Information display Select a bracketing increment. Highlight a bracketing increment and press J. Choose from values between 0.3 and 2 EV (AE bracketing) or 1 to 3 (WB bracketing), or select ADL (ADL bracketing). 4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. AE bracketing: The camera will vary exposure with each shot.
A The Bracketing Progress Indicator During AE bracketing, a bar is removed from the bracketing progress indicator with each shot (v > w > x). During ADL bracketing, the setting that will be used for the next shot is underlined in the information display. A Disabling Bracketing To disable bracketing and resume normal shooting, select OFF in Step 3 on the previous page. To cancel bracketing before all frames have been recorded, rotate the mode dial to a setting other than P, S, A, or M.
Picture Controls Nikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue, among compatible devices and software. Selecting a Picture Control Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene. Option Description Recommended for most situations, this option uses standard processing for Q Standard balanced results.
Modifying Picture Controls Existing preset or custom Picture Controls (0 115) 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. Press G to display the menus, then highlight Set Picture Control in the shooting menu and press 2. Highlight the desired Picture Control and press 2. 2 G button Adjust settings.
❚❚ Picture Control Settings Option Quick adjust Manual adjustments Manual adjustments (all Picture Controls) (non-monochrome only) Sharpening Description Mute or heighten the effect of the selected Picture Control (note that this resets all manual adjustments). Not available with Neutral, Monochrome, or custom Picture Controls. Control the sharpness of outlines. Select A to adjust sharpening automatically according to the type of scene.
A The Picture Control Grid To display a grid showing saturation (non-monochrome controls only) and contrast for the Picture Control selected in Step 2, press and hold the X button. The icons for Picture Controls that use auto contrast and saturation are displayed in green in the Picture Control grid, and lines appear parallel to the axes of the grid. A Previous Settings The line under the value display in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting.
Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Select Manage Picture Control. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Manage Picture Control in the shooting menu and press 2. G button 2 Select Save/edit. Highlight Save/edit and press 2. 3 Select a Picture Control.
6 Name the Picture Control. Keyboard By default, new Picture Controls are named area by adding a two-digit number (assigned Name area automatically) to the name of the existing Picture Control; to use the default name, proceed to Step 7. To move the cursor in the name area, rotate the command dial. To enter a letter, use the multi selector to highlight the desired character in the keyboard area and press J. To delete the character at the current cursor position, press the O button.
Sharing Custom Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX 2 or optional software such as Capture NX 2 can be copied to a memory card and loaded into the camera, or custom Picture Controls created with the camera can be copied to the memory card to be used in compatible cameras and software and then deleted when no longer needed.
Live View Framing Photographs in the Monitor Follow the steps below to take photographs in live view. 1 Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Position the focus point. Position the focus point over your subject as described on page 121. Focus point 3 Focus. Press the shutter-release button halfway. The focus point will flash green while the camera focuses.
Focusing in Live View Follow the steps below to choose focus and AF-area modes and position the focus point. ❚❚ Choosing How the Camera Focuses (Focus Mode) The following focus modes are available in live view (note that full-time–servo AF is not available in g, ', and ( modes): Option Description For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter-release button is AF-S Single-servo AF pressed halfway. For moving subjects.
❚❚ Choosing How the Camera Picks the Area (AF-Area Mode) In modes other than i, j, and (, the following AF-area modes can be selected in live view (note that subject-tracking AF is not available in %, g, ', and 3 modes): Option 6 7 8 9 1 Description Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses Face-priority AF on portrait subjects. Use for hand-held shots of landscapes and other non-portrait Wide-area AF subjects. Use the multi selector to select the focus point.
3 Choose the focus point. 6 (face-priority AF): A double yellow border will be displayed when the camera detects a portrait subject (if multiple faces, up to a maximum of 35, are detected, the camera will focus on the closest subject; to choose a different subject, use the multi selector). If the camera can no longer detect the subject (because, for example, the subject has turned to face away from the camera), the border will no longer be displayed.
The Live View Display u io q w e r !0 !1 !2 t y !3 Item Description 0 19, 30, 37, 82 — q Shooting mode The mode currently selected with the mode dial. w “No movie” icon Indicates that movies can not be recorded. The amount of time remaining before live view ends 124, 129 automatically. Displayed if shooting will end in 30 s or less.
A Live View/Movie Recording Display Options Press the R button to cycle through display options as shown below. Circled areas indicate edges of movie frame crop.
A Exposure Depending on the scene, exposure may differ from that which would be obtained when live view is not used. Metering in live view is adjusted to suit the live view display, producing photographs with exposure close to what is seen in the monitor (note that exposure compensation can only be previewed in the monitor at values between +3 EV and –3 EV).
D Using Autofocus in Live View Autofocus is slower in live view and the monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses.
Recording and Viewing Movies Recording Movies Movies can be recorded in live view mode. 1 Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. D The 0 Icon A 0 icon (0 122) indicates that movies can not be recorded. A Before Recording Set aperture before recording in mode A or M (0 86, 87). 2 Live view switch Focus.
4 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, another mode is selected, or the monitor is closed (closing the monitor does not end recording on televisions or other external displays).
Movie Settings The camera offers the following movie settings. • Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality: Choose from the following options. The frame rate depends on the option currently selected for Video mode in the setup menu (0 202): L/t M/u N/r O/s P/k Q/l R/o S/n T/p Frame size/frame rate Frame size (pixels) Frame rate 1 60p 2 50p 3 1920 × 1080 30p 2 25p 3 24p 60p 2 1280 × 720 50p 3 30p 2 640 × 424 25p 3 Maximum length (high movie quality ★/ normal movie quality) 4 10 min./20 min. 20 min./29 min.
• Manual movie settings: Choose On to allow manual adjustments to shutter speed and ISO sensitivity when the camera is in mode M. Shutter speed can be set to values as fast as 1/4000 s; the slowest speed available varies with the frame rate: 1/30 s for frame rates of 24p, 25p, and 30p, 1/50 s for 50p, and 1/60 s for 60p. ISO sensitivity can be set to values between ISO 100 and Hi 1 (0 67).
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 135). Press J to start playback; your current position is indicated by the movie progress bar. 1 icon Length Current position/total length Volume Movie progress bar Guide The following operations can be performed: To Pause Play Use Description Pause playback. Resume playback when movie is paused or during rewind/ advance.
Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option f Choose start/end point g Save selected frame Description Create a copy from which the opening or closing 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. 2 Pause the movie on the new opening or closing frame.
4 Choose the current frame as the new start or end 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. Start point To create a copy that ends at the current frame, highlight End point and press J. The frames after the current frame will be removed when you save the copy. End point 5 Confirm the new start or end point.
8 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. D 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 on page 130, 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 P button, then highlight Save selected frame and press 2. P button 3 Create a still copy. Press 1 to create a still copy of the current frame. 4 Save the copy.
Playback and Deletion Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. K button To Use Description View additional photographs Press 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs in reverse order. View additional photo info Change photo info displayed (0 136).
Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as shown below. Note that “image only”, shooting data, RGB histograms, highlights, and overview data are only displayed if corresponding option is selected for Playback display options (0 176). Location data are only displayed if location data were embedded in the picture when it was taken (0 74).
❚❚ RGB Histogram 1 2 1 Frame number/total number of images 2 Histogram (RGB channel). In all histograms, 3 4 10 9 8 5 7 3 4 5 6 7 6 8 9 10 horizontal axis gives pixel brightness, vertical axis number of pixels. Histogram (red channel) Histogram (green channel) Histogram (blue channel) Upload marking ......................................................173 White balance ..........................................................101 White balance fine-tuning ...............................
❚❚ Shooting Data 5 Shooting mode .....................................19, 30, 37, 82 1 2 3 15 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 29 24 1 2 3 4 Protect status ...........................................................143 Retouch indicator...................................................206 Upload marking ......................................................173 Metering ............................................
❚❚ Overview Data 1 2 3 4 5 14 15 16 17 18 19 6 13 20 21 28 27 26 7 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 11 10 9 25 24 23 22 8 Frame number/total number of images Protect status........................................................... 143 Camera name Retouch indicator................................................... 206 Upload marking...................................................... 173 Histogram showing the distribution of tones in the image (0 137). Image quality.............
Thumbnail Playback To display images in “contact sheets” of 4, 12, or 80 images, press the W (Q) button. W (Q) W (Q) X Full-frame playback To Display more images Display fewer images X Thumbnail playback Use W (Q) X Calendar playback Description Press W (Q) button to increase the number of images displayed. Press X button to reduce the number of images displayed. When four images are displayed, press to view highlighted image full frame.
Calendar Playback To view images taken on a selected date, press the W (Q) button when 80 images are displayed.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press the X button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highlighted in thumbnail or calendar playback. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: To Zoom in or out View other areas of image Select/zoom in on or out from faces Use Description Press X to zoom in to maximum of approximately 33× (large images), 25× X / W (Q) (medium images) or 13× (small images). Press W (Q) to zoom out.
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the A (L) button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the O button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 196). To protect a photograph: 1 Select an image.
Rating Pictures Rate pictures or mark them as candidates for later deletion. Rating is not available with protected images. Rating Individual Pictures 1 Select an image. Display the image in full-frame playback or playback zoom or highlight it in the thumbnail list in thumbnail or calendar playback. 2 Display playback options. Press the P button to display playback options. P 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. Press the G button to display the camera menus, then highlight Rating in the playback menu and press 2. G button 2 Rate pictures. Press 4 or 2 to highlight pictures (to view the currently highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button) and press 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. 3 Press J.
Deleting Photographs Unprotected photographs can be deleted as described below. Once deleted, photographs can not be recovered. Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback 1 Select an image. Display the image or highlight it in the thumbnail list in thumbnail or calendar playback. 2 Press the O button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed. O button Full-frame playback 3 Thumbnail playback Press the O button again. To delete the photograph, press the O button again.
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 Description Q Selected Delete selected pictures. n Select date Delete all pictures taken on a selected date. R All Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback (0 175). ❚❚ Selected: Deleting Selected Photographs 1 Select Delete. To display the menus, press the G button.
❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Taken on a Selected Date 1 Choose Select Date. In the delete menu, highlight Select date and press 2. 2 Highlight a date. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a date. To view the pictures taken on the highlighted date, press W (Q). Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures, or press and hold X to view the current picture full screen. Press W (Q) to return to the date W (Q) button list. 3 Select the highlighted date.
Slide Shows The Slide show option in the playback menu is used to display a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 175). 1 Select Slide show. To display the slide show menu, press the G button and select Slide show in the playback menu. G button 2 Start the slide show. Highlight Start in the slide show menu and press J.
Slide Show Options Before starting a slide show, you can use the options in the slide show menu to select the images displayed by type or rating and choose how long each image is displayed. • Image type: Choose from Still images and movies, Still images only, Movies only, and By rating. To include only pictures with selected ratings, highlight By rating and press 2.
Connections 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 152. Be sure to use the latest version of ViewNX 2, which is available for download from the websites listed on page xiv, as earlier versions that do not support the D5300 may fail to transfer NEF (RAW) images correctly. 1 Launch the installer.
3 4 A Exit the installer. Windows Mac OS Click Yes Click OK Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. System Requirements Windows Mac OS • Photos: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, Core Series; • Photos: Intel Core or Xeon series 1.6 GHz or better • Movies (playback): Core Duo 2 GHz or better; • Movies (playback): 3.
Using ViewNX 2 Copy Pictures to the Computer Before proceeding, be sure you have installed the software on the supplied ViewNX 2 CD (0 151). 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. A Use a Reliable Power Source To ensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera battery is fully charged.
3 Click Start Transfer. At default settings, pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. A During Transfer Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress. Start Transfer 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.
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).
Printing Photographs Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 265) connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied USB cable. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable as shown. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. 3 Turn the camera on. A welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display.
Printing Pictures One at a Time 1 Select a picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press the X button to zoom in on the current frame (0 142; press K to exit zoom). To view eight pictures at a time, press the W (Q) button. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or press X to display the highlighted picture full frame. 2 Display printing options. Press J to display PictBridge printing options. 3 Adjust printing options. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select.
4 Start printing. Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J. D Date Imprint If you select Print time stamp in the PictBridge menu when printing photographs containing date information recorded using Custom Setting d6 (Print date; 0 190), the date will appear twice. The imprinted date may however be cropped out if the photographs are cropped or printed without a border.
Printing Multiple Pictures 1 Display the PictBridge menu. Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display (see Step 3 on page 156). G button 2 Choose an option. Highlight one of the following options and press 2. • Print select: Select pictures for printing. • Select date: Print one copy of all the pictures taken on a selected date. • Print (DPOF): Print an existing print order created with the DPOF print order option in the playback menu (0 162).
3 Select pictures or choose a date. If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, press 4 or 2 to scroll through the pictures on the memory card. To display the current picture full screen, press and hold the X button. To select the current picture for printing, press 1. The picture will be marked with a Z icon and the number of prints will be set to 1; press 1 or 3 to specify the number of prints (up to 99; to deselect the picture, press 3 when the number of prints is 1).
4 Display printing options. Press J to display PictBridge printing options. 5 Adjust printing options. Choose page size, border, and time stamp options as described on page 157 (a warning will be displayed if the selected page size is too small for an index print). 6 Start printing. Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. 1 Choose Select/set for the DPOF print order item in the playback menu. Press the G button and select DPOF print order in the playback menu. Highlight Select/set and press 2 (to remove all G button photographs from the print order, select Deselect all). 2 Select pictures.
4 Select imprint options. Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order without including this information, proceed to Step 5). • Print shooting data: Print shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in print order. • Print date: Print date of recording on all pictures in print order. 5 Complete the print order. Press J to complete the print order.
Viewing Pictures on TV The supplied audio video (A/V) cable can be used to connect the camera to a television or video recorder for playback or recording. A High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from third-party suppliers) with a mini HDMI connector (Type C) can be used to connect the camera to high-definition video devices.
High-Definition Devices The camera can be connected to HDMI devices using a third-party HDMI cable with a mini HDMI connector (Type C). 1 Turn the camera off. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable. 2 Connect the HDMI cable as shown. Connect to camera Connect to high-definition device (choose cable with connector for HDMI device) 3 Tune the device to the HDMI channel. 4 Turn the camera on and press the K button.
❚❚ Choosing an Output Resolution To choose the format for images output to the HDMI device, select HDMI > Output resolution in the camera setup menu (0 195). If Auto is selected, the camera will automatically select the appropriate format.
Wi-Fi What Wi-Fi Can Do for You Install the Wireless Mobile Utility app on your Android and iOS device to display the view through the camera lens on the smart device, take pictures and control the camera remotely, and download pictures from the camera for sharing via the Internet. Download pictures Share pictures Remote control See the Wireless Mobile Utility manual for details (0 168).
Accessing the Camera Before connecting via Wi-Fi (wireless LAN), install the Wireless Mobile Utility on your Android or iOS smart device. Instructions for accessing the camera vary with the type of connection used by the smart device. Android • Push-button WPS: If the smart device supports push-button WPS (i.e.
WPS (Android Only) 1 Enable the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi in the setup menu and press 2. Highlight Network connection and press 2, then highlight Enable and G button press J. Wait a few seconds for Wi-Fi to activate. 2 Connect. Enable WPS button connections on the camera and smart device: • Camera: Highlight Network settings and press 2. Highlight Push-button WPS and press 2 to ready the camera for a WPS connection.
PIN Entry (Android Only) 1 Enable the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi in the setup menu and press 2. Highlight Network connection and press 2, then highlight Enable and G button press J. Wait a few seconds for Wi-Fi to activate. 2 Select Network settings > PIN-entry WPS. Highlight Network settings and press 2. Highlight PIN-entry WPS and press 2. 3 Enter the PIN. Enter the PIN displayed by the smart device.
SSID (Android and iOS) 1 Enable the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi in the setup menu and press 2. Highlight Network connection and press 2, then highlight Enable and G button press J. Wait a few seconds for Wi-Fi to activate. 2 Display the camera SSID. Highlight Network settings and press 2. Highlight View SSID and press 2. 3 Select the camera SSID. Select the camera SSID in the list of networks displayed by the smart device.
❚❚ Terminating the Connection Wi-Fi can be disabled by: • Selecting Wi-Fi > Network connection > Disable in the camera setup menu • Starting movie recording • Turning the camera off ❚❚ Restoring Default Settings To restore default network settings, select Wi-Fi > Network settings > Reset network settings. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J to restore default network settings. A The Wi-Fi Display While Wi-Fi is enabled, a c icon will flash in the information display.
Selecting Pictures for Upload Follow the steps below to select photos for upload to the smart device. Movies can not be selected for upload. Selecting Individual Pictures for Upload 1 Select an image. Display the image or highlight it in the thumbnail list in thumbnail or calendar playback. 2 Display playback options. Press the P button P button 3 Choose Select to send to smart device/ deselect. Highlight Select to send to smart device/ deselect and press J.
Selecting Multiple Pictures for Upload To change the upload status of multiple pictures, use the Select to send to smart device option in the playback menu. 1 Choose Select to send to smart device. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Select to send to smart device in the playback menu and press 2. G button 2 Select pictures. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures and press W (Q) to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button).
Camera Menus D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab.
Playback Display Options G button ➜ D playback menu Choose the information available in the playback photo information display (0 136). Press 1 or 3 to highlight and press 2 to select or deselect. Selected items are indicated by check marks. To return to the playback menu, press J. Image Review G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting.
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.
Storage Folder G button ➜ C shooting menu Create, rename, or delete folders, or choose the folder in which subsequent photographs will be stored. • Select folder: Choose the folder in which subsequent photographs will be stored. D5300 (default folder) Current folder Other folders (in alphabetical order) • New: Create a new folder and name it as described on page 116. Folder names can be up to five characters long. • Rename: Select a folder from the list and rename it as described on page 116.
Auto Distortion Control G button ➜ C shooting menu Select On to reduce barrel distortion in photos taken with wideangle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion in photos taken with long lenses (note that the edges of the area visible in the viewfinder may be cropped out of the final photograph, and that the time needed to process photographs before recording begins may increase).
High ISO NR G button ➜ C shooting menu Photographs taken at high ISO sensitivities can be processed to reduce “noise.” Option Description High Reduce noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, lines, or fog), particularly in Normal photographs taken at high ISO sensitivities. Choose the amount of noise reduction performed from High, Normal, and Low. Low Noise reduction is only performed as required. The amount of noise reduction is Off less than the amount performed when Low is selected for High ISO NR.
When On is selected, the viewfinder shows ISO-AUTO and the information display ISO-A. These indicators flash when sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user. A Maximum Sensitivity/Minimum Shutter Speed When auto ISO sensitivity control is enabled, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed graphics in the information display show the maximum sensitivity and minimum shutter speed.
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab. G button Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences.
The following Custom Settings are available: a a1 a2 a3 a4 b b1 c c1 c2 c3 c4 d d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 e e1 e2 f f1 f2 Custom Setting Reset custom settings Autofocus AF-C priority selection Number of focus points Built-in AF-assist illuminator Rangefinder Exposure EV steps for exposure cntrl Timers/AE lock Shutter-release button AE-L Auto off timers Self-timer Remote on duration (ML-L3) Shooting/display Beep Viewfinder grid display ISO display File number sequence Exposure delay mode Print date Bracketing/flas
a: Autofocus a1: AF-C Priority Selection G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu When AF-C is selected for viewfinder photography (0 51), this option controls whether photographs can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority) or only when the camera is in focus (focus priority). Option G Release F Focus Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed. Photos can only be taken once the camera has focused.
a3: Built-in AF-assist Illuminator G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist the focus operation when lighting is poor. Option On Off AF-assist illuminator Description The AF-assist illuminator lights when lighting is poor (for more information, see page 252). The AF-assist illuminator does not light to assist the focus operation. The camera may not be able to focus using autofocus when lighting is poor.
b: Exposure b1: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Select the increments used when making adjustments to shutter speed, aperture, exposure and flash compensation, and bracketing. c: Timers/AE Lock c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If On is selected, exposure will lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu c3: Self-Timer Choose the length of the shutter release delay and the number of shots taken. • Self-timer delay: Choose the length of the shutter-release delay. • Number of shots: Press 1 and 3 to choose the number of shots taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed (from 1 to 9; if a value other than 1 is selected, shots will be taken at intervals of about 4 seconds).
d2: Viewfinder Grid Display G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose On to display on-demand grid lines in the viewfinder for reference when composing photographs (0 4). d3: ISO Display G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Select On to display ISO sensitivity in the viewfinder in place of the number of exposures remaining. d4: File Number Sequence G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu When a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding 1 to the last file number used.
D File Number Sequence If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains either 999 photographs or a photograph numbered 9999, the shutter-release button will be disabled and no further photographs can be taken. Choose Reset for Custom Setting d4 (File number sequence) and then either format the current memory card or insert a new memory card. A File Names Photographs are stored as image files with names of the form “DSC_nnnn.
G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu d6: Print Date Choose the date information imprinted on photographs as they are taken. Date imprints can not be added to or removed from existing photos. Option Off Description The time and date do not appear on photographs. The date or date and time are imprinted on photographs taken while this option is in b Date and time effect. a Date c Date counter 15 . 10 . 2013 15 . 10 .
2 Enter additional dates or edit existing dates. To change a date or enter additional dates, highlight a slot, press 2, and enter a date as described above. 3 Choose a date. Highlight a slot in the date list and press J. 4 Choose a date counter format. Highlight Display options and press 2, then highlight a date format and press J. 5 Exit the date counter menu. Press J to exit the date counter menu.
e: Bracketing/Flash e1: Flash Cntrl for Built-in Flash G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the flash mode for the built-in flash in P, S, A, and M modes. Option 1 TTL Description Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions. Choose a flash level. At full power, the built-in flash has a Guide Number of 13/43 (m/ft., ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F).
f: Controls G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu f1: Assign Fn Button Choose the role played by the Fn button. Fn button Option v w m ! $ & t " ' Description Keeping the Fn button pressed, rotate the command dial to select Image quality/size image quality and size (0 59). Keeping the Fn button pressed, rotate the command dial to select ISO ISO sensitivity sensitivity (0 67). Keeping the Fn button pressed, rotate the command dial to select White balance white balance (P, S, A, and M modes only; 0 101).
f2: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the A (L) button. Option Description Focus and exposure lock while the A (L) button is B AE/AF lock pressed. C AE lock only Exposure locks while the A (L) button is pressed. Exposure locks when the A (L) button is pressed, E AE lock (Hold) and remains locked until the button is pressed a second time or the standby timer expires. F AF lock only Focus locks while the A (L) button is pressed.
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup To display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab.
Format Memory Card G button ➜ B setup menu Memory cards must be formatted before first use or after being formatted in other devices. Format the card as described below. D Formatting Memory Cards Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding (0 153). 1 Highlight Yes. To exit without formatting the memory card, highlight No and press J. 2 Press J.
Info Display Format G button ➜ B setup menu Choose an information display format (0 6). Formats can be chosen separately for auto, scene, and special effects modes and for P, S, A, and M modes. Classic (0 198) 1 Graphic (0 6) Select a shooting mode option. Highlight AUTO/SCENE/EFFECTS or P/S/A/M and press 2. 2 Select a design. Highlight a design and press J.
The “Classic” display is shown below. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 13 14 15 16 17 18 23 22 21 20 19 12 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 1 Eye-Fi connection indicator............................. 204 2 Wi-Fi connection indicator............................. 172 3 Track log indicator ................ 77 4 Satellite signal indicator...... 75 5 Exposure delay mode ........ 189 6 Multiple exposure indicator............................. 100 7 Print date indicator.............
G button ➜ B setup menu Auto Info Display If On is selected, the information display will appear after the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. If Off is selected, the information display can be viewed by pressing the R button. G button ➜ B setup menu Image Dust Off Ref Photo Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual).
3 Acquire Image Dust Off reference data. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable to acquire Image Dust Off reference data and the message shown at right will be displayed. Choose another reference object and repeat the process from step 1.
G button ➜ B setup menu Time Zone and Date Change time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off. Option Description Choose a time zone. The camera clock is automatically set to the time in the new time zone. Time zone Set the camera clock (0 15). Date and time Choose the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed. Date format Daylight saving time Turn daylight saving time on or off.
G button ➜ B setup menu Auto Image Rotation Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback or when viewed in ViewNX 2 or Capture NX 2 (available separately). The following orientations are recorded: Landscape (wide) orientation Camera rotated 90° clockwise Camera rotated 90° counterclockwise Camera orientation is not recorded when Off is selected.
G button ➜ B setup menu Remote Control Choose the functions performed using a remote cord or wireless remote controller. ❚❚ Remote Shutter Release Choose whether the shutter-release button on the optional accessory is used for photography or movie recording. Option y Take photos z Record movies Description The shutter-release button on the optional accessory is used to take photographs. The shutter-release button on the optional accessory is used for movie recording.
Eye-Fi Upload G button ➜ B setup menu This option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enable to upload photographs to a preselected destination. Note that pictures will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient. Observe all local laws concerning wireless devices and choose Disable where wireless devices are prohibited.
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies To display the retouch menu, press G and select the N (retouch menu) tab. G button The retouch menu is used to create trimmed or retouched copies of the photographs on the memory card, and is only available when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera.
Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: 1 Display retouch options. Highlight the desired item in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button). A Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images created with other devices. If the image was recorded at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) + JPEG (0 59), retouch options apply only to the RAW copy.
G button ➜ N retouch menu D-Lighting D-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before D-Lighting D-Lighting (portrait subject) Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of correction performed; the effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. ❚❚ Portrait Subjects Select Portrait subjects to restrict D-Lighting to portrait subjects.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Trim Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described in the following table. To Use Description Increase size of crop X Press the X button to increase the size of the crop. Reduce size of crop W (Q) Press the W (Q) button to reduce the size of the crop.
Filter Effects G button ➜ N retouch menu After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph. Option Skylight Warm filter Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making the picture less blue. Creates a copy with warm tone filter effects, giving the copy a “warm” red cast. Red intensifier Intensify reds (Red intensifier), greens (Green Green intensifier intensifier), or blues (Blue intensifier). Press 1 to increase the effect, 3 to decrease.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Color Balance Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. Red, green, and blue histograms (0 137) show the distribution of tones in the copy. Increase amount of green Increase amount of blue Create retouched copy Increase amount of amber Increase amount of magenta A Zoom To zoom in on the image displayed in the monitor, press the X button.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Image Overlay Image overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings; before creating an overlay, set image quality and size (0 59, 61; all options are available).
3 Select the second image. The selected image will appear as Image 1. Highlight Image 2 and press J, then select the second photo as described in Step 2. 4 Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select gain from values between 0.1 and 2.0. Repeat for the second image. The default value is 1.0; select 0.5 to halve gain or 2.0 to double it. The effects of gain are visible in the Preview column. 5 Preview the overlay.
G button ➜ N retouch menu NEF (RAW) Processing Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs. 1 Select NEF (RAW) processing. Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph. Use the multi selector to highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button). Press J to select the highlighted photograph and proceed to the next step.
Resize G button ➜ N retouch menu Create small copies of one or more selected photographs. 1 Select Resize. Highlight Resize in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press 2. Highlight an option and press J. 3 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W (Q) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button).
Quick Retouch G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies with enhanced saturation and contrast. D-Lighting is applied as required to brighten dark or backlit subjects. Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of enhancement. Press J to copy the photograph. Straighten G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a straightened copy of the selected image. Press 2 to rotate the image clockwise by up to five degrees in increments of approximately 0.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Fisheye Create copies that appear to have been taken with a fisheye lens. Press 2 to increase the effect (this also increases the amount that will be cropped out at the edges of the image), 4 to reduce it. Press J to save the retouched copy. G button ➜ N retouch menu Color Outline Create an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. Press J to save the retouched copy.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Perspective Control Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out). Press J to save the retouched copy.
Miniature Effect G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in the copy is indicated by a yellow frame. To Choose orientation Press Description W (Q) Press W (Q) to choose orientation of area that is in focus. If area of effect is in wide orientation, press 1 or 3 to position frame showing area of copy that will be in focus.
G button ➜ N retouch menu Selective Color Create a copy in which only selected hues appear in color. 1 Select Selective color. Highlight Selective color in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Select a photograph. Highlight a photograph and press J (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button). 3 Select a color.
5 Choose the color range. Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors. 6 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 3–5 to select another color. Repeat for a third color if desired.
Side-by-side Comparison Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the retouch menu is displayed by pressing the P button and selecting Retouch when a copy or original is played back full frame. 1 Select a picture. Select a retouched copy (shown by a N icon) or a photograph that has been retouched in full-frame playback. Press P, then highlight Retouch and press J. 2 P button Select Side-by-side comparison.
m Recent Settings/O My Menu Both recent settings, a menu listing the 20 most recently used settings, and My Menu, a custom menu listing up to 20 user-selected options, can be accessed by pressing the G button highlighting the last tab in the menu list (either m or O). G button Choosing a Menu Use the Choose tab option to choose the menu displayed. 1 Select Choose tab. Highlight Choose tab and press 2. 2 Select a menu. Highlight O MY MENU or m RECENT SETTINGS and press J to display the selected menu.
O My Menu Selecting O MY MENU for Choose tab lets you access a customized menu of up to 20 options selected from the playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus. Follow the steps below to add items to, delete items from, and reorder items in My Menu. ❚❚ Adding Options to My Menu 1 Select Add items. Highlight Add items and press 2. 2 Select a menu. Highlight the name of the menu containing the option you wish to add and press 2. 3 Select an item.
❚❚ Deleting Options from My Menu 1 Select Remove items. Highlight Remove items and press 2. 2 Select items. Highlight items and press 2 to select or deselect. Selected items are indicated by a check mark. 3 Delete the selected items. Press J. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press J again to delete the selected items.
❚❚ Reordering Options in My Menu 1 Select Rank items. Highlight Rank items and press 2. 2 Select an item. Highlight the item you wish to move and press J. 3 Position the item. Press 1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press J. Repeat Steps 2–3 to reposition additional items. 4 Exit to My Menu. Press the G button to return to My Menu.
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 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.
A Identifying CPU and Type G, E, and D Lenses CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type G, E, and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel. Type G and E lenses are not equipped with a lens aperture ring. CPU contacts CPU lens Aperture ring Type G or E lens Type D lens When using a CPU lens equipped with an aperture ring, lock the aperture ring at the minimum aperture (highest f-number).
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,” below.
D AF-Assist Illumination The AF-assist illuminator has a range of about 0.5–3.0 m (1 ft 8 in.–9 ft 10 in.); when using the illuminator, use a lens with a focal length of 18–200 mm and remove the lens hood. AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • • • • • • AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED AF-S NIKKOR 28–300mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR AF-S DX NIKKOR 55–300mm f/4.5–5.6G ED VR AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70–200mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED VR II AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 80–200mm f/2.
D The Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used with lenses with focal lengths of 18–300 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 (see the illustration below), while lenses that block the subject’s view of the red-eye reduction lamp may interfere with red-eye reduction. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. Shadow Vignetting The flash has a minimum range of 0.
Lens AF Zoom-Nikkor 20–35mm f/2.8D IF AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED AF-S NIKKOR 24–70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24–120mm f/3.5–5.6G IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VR AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 28–70mm f/2.8D IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 28–300mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200–400mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 200–400mm f/4G ED VR II PC-E NIKKOR 24mm f/3.5D ED * * When not shifted or tilted. Zoom position Minimum distance without vignetting 24 mm 2.5 m/ 8 ft 2 in. 28 mm 1.0 m/ 3 ft 3 in. 35 mm No vignetting 24 mm 1.
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. The built-in flash will not fire when an optional flash unit is attached. Flash Units Compatible with the Creative Lighting System (CLS) The camera can be used with the following CLS-compatible flash units: Flash unit SB-910 1 SB-900 1 SB-800 SB-700 1 SB-600 SB-400 2 SB-300 2 SB-R200 3 ISO 100 34/111 34/111 38/125 28/92 30/98 21/69 18/59 10/33 Guide No.
The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units: CLS-compatible flash units SU-800 SB-910 Close-up SB-900 SB-800 SB-700 SB-600 Commander photography SB-R200 SB-400 SB-300 Single flash i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR 1 i-TTL Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR AA Auto aperture A Non-TTL auto Distance-priority GN manual M Manual RPT Repeating flash Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL Quick wireless flash [A:B] control AA Auto aperture A Non-TTL auto M Manual RPT Repeating flash
❚❚ Other Flash Units The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. Use with the camera in exposure mode S or M and a shutter speed of 1/200 s or slower selected.
D Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D5300 is not included in the “digital SLR” category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. If an optional flash unit is attached in shooting modes other than j, %, 3, and ) the flash will fire with every shot, even in modes in which the built-in flash can not be used.
Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D5300. Power sources Filters Viewfinder eyepiece accessories Software • 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.
Body cap 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. • Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 (0 70): The ML-L3 uses a 3 V CR2025 battery. Pressing the battery-chamber latch to the right (q), insert a fingernail into the gap and open the battery chamber (w). Ensure that the battery is inserted in the correct orientation (r).
Approved Memory Cards The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D5300. 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.
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. 1 Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5A power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, using the connector to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. Be sure the connector is fully inserted. 3 Close the battery-chamber cover.
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” 1 Place the camera base down. Image sensor cleaning is most effective when the camera is placed base down as shown at right.
❚❚ “Clean at Startup/Shutdown” 1 Select Clean at startup/shutdown. Select Clean image sensor, then highlight Clean at startup/shutdown and press 2. 2 Select an option. Highlight an option and press J. Choose from Clean at startup, Clean at shutdown, Clean at startup & shutdown, and Cleaning off. D Image Sensor Cleaning Using camera controls during startup interrupts image sensor cleaning. Cleaning is performed by vibrating the image sensor.
❚❚ Manual Cleaning If foreign matter can not be removed from the image sensor using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (0 241), 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. A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning 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.
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.
Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the adapter to prevent fire. If the product will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag containing a desiccant. Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may cause the material to deteriorate.
• 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. • Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair battery performance.
Available Settings The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode.
Other settings 2 i, j P, S, A, M Focus mode (viewfinder) z z AF-area mode (viewfinder) z4 z Focus mode (live view/movie) z z AF-area mode (live view/movie) — z AE-L/AF-L button hold — Flexible program — Metering — z z (available only in P mode) z Exposure compensation — z 3 4 — — — — z4 (available only in % mode) — — — z — z4 z4 z4 (not (not available (available only Flash mode available z in l, m, r, t, in g and ' in j u, v, x, y, z, modes) mode) and 0 modes) Flash compensati
i, j z z P, S, A, M z z z z a4: Rangefinder z b1: EV steps for exposure cntrl z c1: Shutter-release button AE-L z c2: Auto off timers z c3: Self-timer z c4: Remote on duration (ML-L3) z d1: Beep z d2: Viewfinder grid display z d3: ISO display z d4: File number sequence z d5: Exposure delay mode z d6: Print date z e1: Flash cntrl for built-in flash — e2: Auto bracketing set — f1: Assign Fn button z f2: Assign AE-L/AF-L button z f3: Reverse dial rotation z f4: Slot empty release lock z f5: Reverse indicat
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon 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.
Photos are out of focus: • AF-S, AF-P, or AF-I lens is not attached: use AF-S, AF-P, or AF-I lens or focus manually. • Camera unable to focus using autofocus: use manual focus or focus lock (0 52, 55, 57). • Camera is in manual focus mode: focus manually (0 57). Focus does not lock when shutter-release button is pressed halfway: Use A (L) button to lock focus when live view is off and AF-C is selected for focus mode or when photographing moving subjects in AF-A mode (0 55).
Sound is not recorded with movies: Microphone off is selected for Movie settings > Microphone (0 128). Flicker or banding appears during live view or movie recording: Choose an option for Flicker reduction that matches the frequency of the local AC power supply (0 200). Menu item can not be selected: Some options are not available in all modes. Shooting (P, S, A, M) Shutter-release disabled: • Non-CPU lens is attached: rotate camera mode dial to M (0 228).
Can not delete picture: • Picture is protected: remove protection (0 143). • Memory card is locked (0 12). Can not retouch picture: Photo can not be further edited with this camera (0 205). Can not change print order: • Memory card is full: delete pictures (0 15, 146). • Memory card is locked (0 12). Can not select photo for printing: Photo is in NEF (RAW) format. Create JPEG copy using NEF (RAW) processing or transfer to computer and print using supplied software or Capture NX 2 (0 153, 213, 236).
Location Data The camera is unable or slow to acquire a satellite signal: Local geographic and atmospheric conditions may prevent or delay the acquisition of location data. For best results, choose a location with an unobstructed view of the sky. The built-in location data unit may take some time to acquire a signal immediately after the battery is inserted or when the record location data function is enabled for the first time, or after an extended period of disuse. Update the assisted GPS file (0 80).
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 Lock lens aperture ring at minimum aperture (largest f/number). Viewfinder Solution B (flashes) Set lens aperture ring to minimum aperture (highest f-number).
Indicator Monitor This card is not formatted. Format the card. Card is full — Subject is too bright Subject is too dark No “Bulb” in S mode No “Time” in S mode No “Bulb” in HDR mode No “Time” in HDR mode Interval timer shooting — — Viewfinder Solution T Format card or turn camera off and insert new (flashes) memory card. • Reduce quality or size. j/A/s • Delete photographs. (flashes) • Insert new memory card. ● Camera can not focus using autofocus. Change (flashes) composition or focus manually.
Indicator Monitor Flash error Viewfinder s (flashes) 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. O (flashes) Solution Error occurred updating firmware for optional flash unit. Contact Nikon-authorized service representative. Release shutter. If error persists or appears frequently, consult Nikon-authorized service representative.
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D5300 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.
Lens Compatible lenses Autofocus is available with AF-S, AF-P, and AF-I lenses. Autofocus is not available with other type G and D lenses, AF lenses (IX NIKKOR and lenses for the F3AF are not supported), and AI-P lenses. Non-CPU lenses can be used in mode M, but the camera exposure meter will not function. The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.
Exposure ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) Active D-Lighting Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock ISO 100 – 12800 in steps of 1/3 EV. Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.
Live view Lens servo AF-area mode Autofocus Automatic scene selection Movie Metering Metering method Frame size (pixels) and frame rate • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F) • Manual focus (MF) Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected) Available in i and j modes TTL exposure metering using main image sensor Matrix •
Wireless Standards Communications protocols Operating frequency Range (line of sight) Data rate Security Wireless setup Access protocols Location data Receiving frequency Geodesics Supported languages Supported languages Power source Battery AC adapter IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11b: DSSS/CCK • IEEE 802.
❚❚ 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.
❚❚ 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. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.3: The D5300 supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.
Lens Kits The camera can be purchased as a kit with the lens listed below. AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR and AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G These retractable lenses are for use exclusively with DX format Nikon digital SLR cameras; SLR film cameras and D4-series, D3-series, D2-series, D1-series, D800-series, D700, D610, D600, D300-series, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70-series, D60, D50, D40series, D7000, D5100, D5000, D3200, D3100, D3000 digital SLR cameras are not supported.
❚❚ Focus The focus mode can be selected using camera controls (0 51). Autofocus Focus is adjusted automatically when the camera is in autofocus mode (0 51). The focus ring can also be used to focus the camera if the shutter-release button is kept pressed halfway (or if the AF-ON button is kept pressed); this is known as “autofocus with manual override” (M/A). Autofocus will resume when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (or the AF-ON button is pressed) a second time.
❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR, AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR Only) When an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR is mounted on the camera, vibration reduction can be enabled or disabled using the Optical VR option in the shooting menu (0 181). If On is selected, vibration reduction will take effect whenever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Vibration reduction reduces blur caused by camera shake, allowing shutter speeds up to 4.
❚❚ Supplied Accessories • 55 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-55A • Rear Lens Cap ❚❚ Compatible Accessories • • • • 55 mm screw-on filters Rear Lens Cap LF-4 Lens Case CL-0815 Bayonet Hood HB-N106 Align the lens hood mounting mark (●) with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) as shown in Figure q 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.
❚❚ Specifications Type Focal length Maximum aperture Lens construction Angle of view Focal length scale Distance information Zoom Focusing Vibration reduction (AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR only) Minimum focus distance Diaphragm blades Diaphragm Aperture range Metering Filter-attachment size Dimensions Weight 270 Technical Notes 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 The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR II is a retractable lens for use exclusively with DX format Nikon digital SLR cameras. The parts of the lens are listed below.
❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR) Vibration reduction can be enabled by sliding the vibration reduction switch to ON and takes effect whenever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Vibration reduction reduces blur caused by camera shake, allowing shutter speeds up to 4.0 stops slower than would otherwise be the case (as measured at 55 mm with a DX-format camera according to Camera and Imaging Products Association [CIPA] standards; effects vary with the photographer and shooting conditions).
❚❚ Supplied Accessories • 52 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-52 • Rear Lens Cap ❚❚ Compatible Accessories • • • • 52 mm screw-on filters Rear Lens Cap LF-4 Flexible Lens Pouch CL-0815 Bayonet Hood HB-69 Align the lens hood mounting mark (●) with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) as shown in Figure q 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.
❚❚ Specifications Type G AF-S DX lens with built-in CPU and F mount 18–55 mm f/3.5–5.6 11 elements in 8 groups (including 1 aspherical lens element) 76 °–28 ° 50 ´ Graduated in millimeters (18, 24, 35, 45, 55) Output to camera Manual zoom using independent zoom ring Autofocus controlled by Silent Wave Motor and separate focus ring for manual focus Vibration reduction Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs) Minimum focus distance • AF: 0.28 m (0.92 ft) from focal plane (0 58) at all zoom positions • MF: 0.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–140mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–140mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR, for use exclusively with DX format Nikon digital SLR cameras, is the lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes. The parts of the lens are listed below.
❚❚ 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). Shadow Vignetting Camera Zoom position Minimum distance without vignetting D7100/D7000/D300 series/ D200/D100 18 mm 24–140 mm 18 mm 24 mm 35–140 mm 18 mm 1.0 m/3 ft 3 in. No vignetting 2.5 m/8 ft 2 in. 1.0 m/3 ft 3 in.
D Vibration Reduction • 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.
❚❚ Supplied Accessories • 67 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-67 • Rear Lens Cap ❚❚ Compatible Accessories • • • • 67 mm screw-on filters Rear Lens Cap LF-4 Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1018 Bayonet Hood HB-32 Align the lens hood mounting mark (●) with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) as shown in Figure q 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.
❚❚ Specifications Type G AF-S DX lens with built-in CPU and F mount 18–140 mm f/3.5–5.
D Lens Care • Keep the CPU contacts clean. • 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. • Never use organic solvents such as paint thinner or benzene to clean the lens.
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 16 GB SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I card at different image quality and size settings. Image quality NEF (RAW), Compressed, 14-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed, 12-bit Image size File size 1 No. of images 1 Buffer capacity 2 — 23.8 MB 437 6 — 19.0 MB 524 13 Large 12.0 MB 1000 100 Medium 7.4 MB 1700 100 Small 3.8 MB 3300 100 Large 6.3 MB 2000 100 JPEG normal Medium 3.8 MB 3300 100 Small 2.
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.
Index Symbols i (Auto mode) ........................... 3, 19 j (Auto (flash off) mode) ....... 3, 19 k (Portrait) ................................... 3, 31 l (Landscape)............................. 3, 31 p (Child)........................................ 3, 31 m (Sports) ..................................... 3, 32 n (Close up) ................................. 3, 32 h (Scene)............................... 3, 33 o (Night portrait)............................33 r (Night landscape) ......................
CPU lens...........................................226 Create log.......................................... 76 Creative Lighting System ..........232 Cross screen (Filter effects) .......209 Custom Settings ...........................182 Cyanotype.......................................208 D Date and time.........................15, 201 Date counter ..................................190 Date format .............................15, 201 Daylight saving time............15, 201 DCF version 2.0 .................
Mirror............................................1, 243 Mode dial .............................................3 Monitor.....................5, 118, 135, 196 Monitor brightness...................... 196 Monochrome................................. 208 Monochrome (Set Picture Control) 111 Mounting mark... 13, 266, 271, 275 MOV .................................................. 189 Movie quality................................. 128 Movie settings............................... 128 Movie-record button ........
ViewNX 2 ............................... 151, 153 Vivid (Set Picture Control).........111 Volume................................... 130, 149 W Warm filter (Filter effects)..........209 WB......................................................101 WB bracketing (Auto bracketing set) ...................................................108 White balance................................101 Wide-area AF .................................120 Wi-Fi ..........................................
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