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Table of Contents Package Contents........................................................................... i For Your Safety............................................................................xiii Notices.........................................................................................xvii Introduction 1 Getting to Know the Camera.......................................................1 The Multi Selector .......................................................................
Movie Live View 49 Indices...................................................................................................... 54 Using the b Button.............................................................................. 55 The Live View Display: Movie Live View ...................................... 57 The Information Display: Movie Live View ................................. 58 Image Area.............................................................................................
Release Mode 102 Choosing a Release Mode....................................................... 102 Power Source and Frame Rate ..................................................... 104 Self-Timer Mode (E) ................................................................ 106 Mirror up Mode (V)............................................................... 108 ISO Sensitivity 109 Manual Adjustment ................................................................. 109 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control...........
Image Enhancement 170 Picture Controls.........................................................................170 Selecting a Picture Control.............................................................170 Modifying Picture Controls ............................................................173 Creating Custom Picture Controls...............................................177 Sharing Custom Picture Controls.................................................180 Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows .
Photo Information.................................................................... 238 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom.................................. 248 Protecting Photographs from Deletion ............................... 250 Deleting Photographs ............................................................. 251 Full-Frame and Thumbnail Playback.......................................... 251 The Playback Menu ..........................................................................
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options...........................290 Shooting Menu Options..................................................................290 Shooting Menu Bank ................................................................291 Extended Menu Banks..............................................................292 Storage Folder.............................................................................293 File Naming ..........................................................................
b: Metering/Exposure ................................................................. 315 b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value................................................ 315 b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl ............................................ 315 b3: Exp./Flash Comp. Step Value.......................................... 315 b4: Easy Exposure Compensation........................................ 316 b5: Matrix Metering...................................................................
e: Bracketing/Flash .......................................................................329 e1: Flash Sync Speed.................................................................329 e2: Flash Shutter Speed ...........................................................331 e3: Flash Cntrl for Built-in Flash.............................................331 e4: Exposure Comp. for Flash.................................................338 e5: Modeling Flash...........................................................
g: Movie............................................................................................ 361 g1: Assign Fn Button................................................................. 361 g2: Assign Preview Button...................................................... 362 g3: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button.................................................. 363 g4: Assign Shutter Button....................................................... 364 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup....................................
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies ...........384 Retouch Menu Options ...................................................................384 D-Lighting.....................................................................................388 Red-Eye Correction....................................................................389 Trim .................................................................................................390 Monochrome .....................................................
Technical Notes 419 Compatible Lenses................................................................... 419 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) ....................................... 428 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)............................... 428 Other Accessories ..................................................................... 436 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter ..................... 442 Caring for the Camera .............................................................
For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all A This warnings before using this Nikon product.
xiv A Do not disassemble A Observe caution when using the flash Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury. In the event of malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.
A Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment. • Do not short or disassemble the battery. • Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. • Do not attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards.
• Do not handle the power cable or go near the charger during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. • Do not damage, modify, or forcibly tug or bend the power cable. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it to heat or flame. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take the power cable to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.
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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. Power Cable At voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the voltage in use, be at least AWG no. 18 gauge, and have SVG insulation or better with a NEMA 6P-15 plug rated for AC 250 V 15 A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 D810 of the FCC rules.
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
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.
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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. Camera Body 1 Release mode dial ......................102 2 Release mode dial lock release .................................102 3 T button ..................79, 83, 206 4 U button .................149, 153, 157 5 S button...........................109, 111 6 Y button................
Camera Body (Continued) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Built-in flash................................. 189 Flash pop-up button.................. 189 D button........ 134, 139, 143, 350 M/Y button ....................... 190, 196 Audio connector cover..........56, 63 USB connector cover ........ 257, 263 HDMI connector cover .............. 269 Lens release button.......................23 AF-mode button ........39, 41, 88, 91 Focus-mode selector .... 39, 87, 100 Lens mounting mark ....................15 Mirror.........
1 Stereo microphone.................49, 62 2 AF-assist illuminator...................313 Self-timer lamp............................107 Red-eye reduction lamp ...........191 3 Pv button ............. 54, 117, 349, 362 4 Fn button....................... 78, 343, 361 5 Memory card slot cover.........14, 21 6 Power connector cover .............442 7 Battery-chamber cover latch ..... 14 8 Battery-chamber cover ............... 14 9 Contact cover for optional MB-D12 battery pack................
Camera Body (Continued) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 Eyepiece shutter lever .........23, 106 Viewfinder .......................................17 Viewfinder eyepiece ............23, 106 Diopter adjustment control ........17 A button .......36, 97, 128, 349, 363 B button.............................50, 88 Eyelet for camera strap ................12 Multi selector...........................11, 25 Focus selector lock ........................94 Speaker ............................................66 a button .
The Control Panel The control panel shows a variety of camera settings when the camera is on. The items shown here appear the first time the camera is turned on; information on other settings can be found in the relevant sections of this manual. 1 2 3 4 5 14 13 12 11 Exposure mode ...........................116 Metering .......................................114 Shutter speed .....................119, 121 B indicator ...............................372 Aperture (f-number) .........
The Viewfinder Display 1 Framing grid (displayed when On 6 Metering....................................... 114 is selected for Custom Setting d7) 7 Autoexposure (AE) lock............. 128 ....................................................... 325 8 Shutter speed lock icon ............ 126 2 Focus points.... 17, 30, 94, 310, 311 9 Shutter speed..................... 119, 121 AF-area mode ..........................90, 91 Autofocus mode ............................87 3 AF area brackets....................
12 Exposure mode ...........................116 13 Flash compensation indicator .......................................................196 14 Exposure compensation indicator.......................................131 15 ISO sensitivity ..............................109 Preset manual white balance recording indicator ...................160 ADL bracketing amount ...........348 AF-area mode ...................90, 91, 92 16 Number of exposures remaining .............................
The R Button Press the R button to view shooting information during viewfinder photography (0 201).
The b button Use the b button for quick access to frequently-used settings in playback mode (0 386) and during viewfinder (0 205) and live view photography (0 42) and movie live view (0 55).
The BM-12 Monitor Cover A clear plastic cover is provided with the camera to keep the monitor clean and protect it when the camera is not in use. To attach the cover, insert the projection on the top of the cover into the matching indentation above the camera monitor (q) and press the bottom of the cover until it clicks into place (w). To remove the cover, hold the camera firmly and pull the bottom of the cover gently outwards as shown at right.
The Multi Selector In this manual, operations using the multi selector are represented by 1, 3, 4, and 2 icons.
First Steps Follow the seven steps below to ready the camera for use. 1 Attach the strap. Attach the strap as shown. Repeat for the second eyelet. D The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xiii–xvi and 452–457 of this manual.
2 Charge the battery. Insert the battery and plug the charger in (depending on the country or region, the charger comes with either an AC wall adapter or a power cable). An exhausted battery will fully charge in about two hours and 35 minutes. • AC wall adapter: Insert the AC wall adapter into the charger AC inlet (q). Slide the AC wall adapter latch as shown (w) and rotate the adapter 90 ° to fix it in place (e). Insert the battery and plug the charger in.
3 Insert the battery and a memory card. Before inserting or removing the battery or memory cards, confirm that power switch is in the OFF position. Insert the battery in the orientation shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted. Battery latch Memory cards are inserted as shown below. • SD memory cards: Slide the card in until it clicks into place.
4 Attach a lens. Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S NIKKOR 24– 120mm f/4G ED VR. Remove the camera body cap Remove the rear lens cap Mounting mark (camera) Align the mounting marks Mounting mark (lens) Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place Be sure to remove the lens cap before taking pictures.
5 Turn the camera on. Turn the camera on. The control panel will light. Power switch Control panel A LCD Illuminators Rotating the power switch toward D activates the standby timer and control panel backlight (LCD illuminator), allowing the display to be read in the dark. After the power switch is released, the illuminators will remain lit for six seconds while the standby timer is active or until the shutter is released or the power switch is rotated toward D again.
6 Focus the viewfinder. Lift the diopter adjustment control and rotate it until the viewfinder display, focus points, and 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. Push the diopter adjustment control back in once you have adjusted focus to your satisfaction.
7 Choose a language and set the camera clock. Use the Language and Time zone and date options in the setup menu to choose a language and set the camera clock (Language is automatically shown highlighted the first time the menus are displayed).
❚❚ Battery Level The battery level is shown in the control panel and viewfinder. Control panel Viewfinder Control panel L K J I Viewfinder — — — — H d H (flashes) d (flashes) Description Battery fully charged. Battery partially discharged. Low battery. Charge battery or ready spare battery. Shutter release disabled. Charge or exchange battery.
❚❚ Number of Exposures Remaining The memory cards currently inserted in the camera are indicated as shown (the example at right shows the icons displayed when both an SD and a CompactFlash card are inserted). If the Control panel memory card is full or an error has occurred, the icon for the affected card will flash (0 468). The control panel and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (values over 1000 are rounded down to the nearest hundred; e.g.
❚❚ Removing the Battery and Memory Cards Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand. Removing Memory Cards • CompactFlash memory cards: Press the eject button (q) to partially eject the card (w). The memory card can then be removed by hand. Do not push on the memory card while pressing the eject button.
D Memory Cards • Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. • Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. D CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings In the case of CPU lenses equipped with an aperture ring (0 422), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number).
Camera Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 280) • N: Retouch (0 384) • C: Shooting (0 290) • O/m: MY MENU or RECENT SETTINGS (defaults to MY MENU; 0 414) • A: Custom Settings (0 300) • B: Setup (0 365) Slider shows position in current menu. Current settings are shown by icons. Menu options Options in current menu.
Using Camera Menus ❚❚ Menu Controls The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the menus. Multi selector Move cursor up Select highlighted item Cancel and return to previous menu Select highlighted item or display submenu Move cursor down J button Select highlighted item A The d (Help) Icon If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the L (Z/Q) button.
❚❚ Navigating the Menus Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus. Press the G button to display the menus. G button 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. 3 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu.
4 Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. 5 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. 7 Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option.
8 Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the G button. J button Note the following points: • Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available. • While pressing 2 or the center of the multi selector generally has the same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.
Basic Photography and Playback “Point-and-Shoot” Photography 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. At default settings, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus point. Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in the center focus point.
3 Press the shutter-release button halfway. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (if the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator Focus indicator may light). The in-focus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder when the focus operation is complete. Viewfinder display I F H F H (flashes) Description Subject in focus. Focus point is between camera and subject. Focus point is behind subject. Camera unable to focus on subject in focus point using autofocus. See page 99. 4 Shoot.
Basic Playback 1 Press the K button. A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. The memory card containing the picture currently displayed is shown by an icon. K button 2 View additional pictures. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2. To view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 and 3 (0 238). To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.
A Image Review When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 287), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor for a few seconds after shooting. A See Also See page 237 for information on choosing a memory card slot.
Deleting Unwanted Photographs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O (Q) button. Note that photographs can not be recovered once deleted. 1 Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on the preceding page. The location of the current image is shown by an icon at the bottom left corner of the display. 2 Delete the photograph. Press the O (Q) button.
A The Standby Timer (Viewfinder Photography) The viewfinder indicator display and control panel shutter speed and aperture display will turn off if no operations are performed for about six seconds, reducing the drain on the battery. Press the shutter-release button halfway to reactivate the display. The length of time before the standby timer expires automatically can be selected using Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 319).
Live View Photography Follow the steps below to take photographs in live view. 1 Rotate the live view selector to C (live view photography). Live view selector 2 Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. The subject will no longer be visible in the viewfinder. a button 3 Position the focus point. Position the focus point over your subject as described on page 40.
4 Focus. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. The focus point will flash green while A AE-L/AF-L button the camera focuses. If the camera is able to focus, the focus point will be displayed in green; if the camera is unable to focus, the focus point will flash red (note that pictures can be taken even when the focus point flashes red; check focus in the monitor before shooting).
D Using Autofocus in Live View Photography and Movie Live View Use an AF-S lens. The desired results may not be achieved with other lenses or teleconverters. Note that in live view, autofocus is slower and the monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses. The focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus.
6 Exit live view mode. Press the a button to exit live view mode. A Live View Zoom Preview Press the X button to magnify the view in the monitor up to a maximum of about 23×. A navigation window will appear in a gray frame at the bottom right corner of the display. Use the multi selector to scroll to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor, or press W to zoom out.
Focus To focus using autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF and follow the steps below to choose autofocus and AF-area modes. For information on focusing manually, see page 41. Focus-mode selector ❚❚ Choosing a Focus Mode The following autofocus modes are available during live view photography and movie live view: Mode Description Single-servo AF: For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutterAF-S release button is pressed halfway. Full-time servo AF: For moving subjects.
❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area Mode The following AF-area modes can be selected during live view photography and movie live view: Mode ! 5 6 & 40 Description Face-priority AF: Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces, 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).
To choose an AF-area mode, press the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired mode is displayed in the monitor. AF-mode button Sub-command dial Monitor Manual Focus To focus in manual focus mode (0 100), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is in focus. To magnify the view in the monitor for precise focus, press the X button (0 38).
Using the b Button The options listed below can be accessed by pressing the b button during live view photography. Highlight items using the multi selector and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item. After choosing the desired setting, press J to return to the b-button menu. b button Press the b button again to exit to the shooting display. Option Description Choose an image area for live view photography (0 74). Active D-Lighting Adjust Active D-Lighting (0 182).
Option Photo live view display WB Split-screen display zoom Description During live view photography, the white balance (hue) of the monitor can be set to a value different from that used for photographs (0 148). This can be effective if the lighting under which shots are framed is different from that used when the photographs are taken, as is sometimes the case when a flash or preset manual white balance is used.
❚❚ Split-Screen Display Zoom Selecting Split-screen display zoom in the live view photography b button menu splits the display into two boxes showing separate areas of the frame side-by-side at a high zoom ratio. The positions of the magnified areas are shown in the navigation window. Navigation window Use the X and W buttons to zoom in and out, or use the L (Z/Q) button to select a box and press 4 or 2 to scroll the selected area left or right.
The Live View Display: Live View Photography Item q Time remaining Photo live view w display white balance indicator e Autofocus mode r AF-area mode t Focus point Description The amount of time remaining before live view ends automatically. Displayed if shooting will end in 30 s or less. Monitor hue (photo live view display white balance). The current autofocus mode. The current AF-area mode. The current focus point. The display varies with the option selected for AF-area mode.
The Information Display: Live View Photography To hide or display indicators in the monitor during live view photography, press the R button.
D Shooting in Live View Mode To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from interfering with photographs or exposure, close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter. Although they will not appear in the final picture, jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots may appear in the monitor, while bright bands may appear in some areas with flashing signs and other intermittent light sources or if the subject is briefly illuminated by a strobe or other bright, momentary light source.
D The Count Down Display A count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically (the timer turns red if live view is about to end to protect the internal circuits or, if an option other than No limit is selected for Custom Setting c4—Monitor off delay > Live view; 0 320—5 s before the monitor is due to turn off automatically). Depending on shooting conditions, the timer may appear immediately when live view is selected.
Movie Live View Movies can be recorded in live view. 1 Rotate the live view selector to 1 (movie live view). Live view selector 2 Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor as it would appear in the actual movie, modified for the effects of exposure. The subject will no longer be visible in the viewfinder. a button D The 0 Icon A 0 icon (0 57) indicates that movies can not be recorded.
3 Choose a focus mode (0 39). 4 Choose an AF-area mode (0 40). 5 Focus. Frame the opening shot and press the B button to focus. Note that the number of subjects that can be detected in face-priority AF drops during movie recording. B button A Focusing in Movie Live View Focus can also be adjusted by pressing the shutter-release button halfway before beginning recording.
A Exposure Mode The following settings can be adjusted in movie live view: e, f g h Aperture Shutter speed — ✔ ✔ — — ✔ ISO Exposure sensitivity compensation (0 64) — ✔ — ✔ ✔ — Metering ✔ ✔ ✔ In exposure mode h, shutter speed can be set to values between 1 /25 s and 1/8000 s (the slowest available shutter speed varies with the frame rate; 0 62). In other exposure modes, shutter speed is adjusted automatically.
6 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to start recording. A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Exposure can be locked by pressing the A AE-L/ Movie-record button AF-L button (0 128) or altered by up to ±3 EV using exposure Recording indicator compensation (0 130). In autofocus mode, the camera can be refocused by pressing the B button. Time remaining 7 End recording. Press the movie-record button again to end recording.
8 Exit movie live view. Press the a button to exit movie live view. D The Count-Down Display A count down will be displayed 30 s before movie recording ends automatically (0 462). Depending on shooting conditions, the timer may appear immediately when movie recording begins. Note that regardless of the amount of recording time available, live view will still end automatically when the timer expires. Wait for the internal circuits to cool before resuming movie recording.
Indices If Index marking is selected as the “press” option for Custom Setting g1 (Assign Fn button; 0 361), g2 (Assign preview button; 0 362), or g3 (Assign AE-L/AF-L button; 0 363), you can press the selected button during Pv button recording to add indices that can be used to locate frames during editing and playback (0 66). Up to 20 indices can be added to each movie.
Using the b Button The options listed below can be accessed by pressing the b button in movie live view. Highlight items using the multi selector and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item. After choosing the desired setting, press J to return to the b-button menu. Press the b button b button again to exit to the shooting display.
Option Description Press 1 or 3 to adjust monitor brightness for movie live view (note that this affects live view only Monitor and has no effect on brightness photographs or movies or on the brightness of the monitor for menus or playback; 0 42). Choose whether the brightest areas of the frame (highlights) are shown by slanting lines in Highlight display the display during movie live view. Highlights Press 1 or 3 to adjust headphone volume.
The Live View Display: Movie Live View Item q “No movie” icon w Headphone volume e Microphone sensitivity Description Indicates that movies can not be recorded. Volume of audio output to headphones. Displayed when third-party headphones are connected. 0 49 Microphone sensitivity. 62 Sound level for audio recording. Displayed in red if level is too high; adjust microphone sensitivity accordingly. t Frequency response The current frequency response.
The Information Display: Movie Live View To hide or display indicators in the monitor during movie live view, press the R button.
Image Area Regardless of the option selected for Image area in the shooting menu (0 74), all movies and photographs recorded in movie live view (0 49) have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9. FX-format crop (0 75) FX-based movie format crop DX-format crop (0 75) DX-based movie format crop Images recorded with On selected for Image area > Auto DX crop (0 75) and a DX lens attached use a DX-based movie format, as do images recorded with DX (24×16) selected for Image area > Choose image area.
Taking Photos During Movie Live View If Take photos is selected for Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button, 0 364), photographs can be taken at any time during movie live view by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down. If movie recording is in progress, recording will end and the footage recorded to that point will be saved. The photograph will be recorded at the current image area setting using a crop with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9.
A Wireless Remote Controllers and Remote Cords If Record movies is selected for Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button, 0 364), the shutter-release buttons on optional wireless remote controllers and remote cords (0 439) can be used to start movie live view and to start and end movie recording.
Movie Settings Use the Movie settings option in the shooting menu (0 290) to adjust the following settings. • Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality: Choose from the following options: Option * Maximum bit rate (Mbps) Maximum length (★ high quality/Normal) (★ high quality/Normal) y/y 1920 × 1080; 60p 42/24 10 min./20 min. z/z 1920 × 1080; 50p 1/1 1920 × 1080; 30p 2/2 1920 × 1080; 25p 3/3 1920 × 1080; 24p 24/12 20 min./29 min. 59 s 4/4 1280 × 720; 60p 5/5 1280 × 720; 50p * Actual frame rate is 29.
• Frequency response: If S Wide range is selected, the built-in and optional stereo microphones (0 441) will respond to a wide range of frequencies, from music to the bustling hum of a city street. Choose T Vocal range to bring out human voices. • Wind noise reduction: Select On to enable the low-cut filter for the built-in microphone (optional stereo microphones are unaffected), reducing noise produced by wind blowing over the microphone (note that other sounds may also be affected).
• Movie ISO sensitivity settings: Adjust the following ISO sensitivity settings. - ISO sensitivity (mode M): Choose the ISO sensitivity for exposure mode h from values between ISO 64 and Hi 2. Auto ISO sensitivity control is used in other exposure modes. - Auto ISO control (mode M): Select On for auto ISO sensitivity control in exposure mode h, Off to use the value selected for ISO sensitivity (mode M).
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 235). Press the center of the multi selector to start playback; your current position is indicated by the movie progress bar. 1 icon Length Current position/total length Movie progress bar Volume Guide The following operations can be performed: To Pause Use Description Pause playback. Play Resume playback when movie is paused or during rewind/advance.
To Use Description Rotate the main command dial one stop to skip ahead or back 10 s. Skip 10 s Skip ahead/ back Adjust volume Trim movie Exit Return to shooting mode Rotate the sub-command dial to skip to next or previous index, or to skip to the last or first frame if the movie contains no indices. X/W b Press X to increase volume, W to decrease. See page 67 for more information. / K Exit to full-frame playback. Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode.
Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option 9 4 Description Create a copy from which the opening or Choose start/end point closing footage has been removed. Save selected frame Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. Trimming Movies To create trimmed copies of movies: 1 Display a movie full frame (0 235). 2 Pause the movie on the new opening or closing frame.
3 Select Choose start/end point. Press the b button, then highlight Choose start/end point and press 2.
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.
5 Confirm the new start or end point. If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to advance or rewind (to skip to 10 s ahead or back, rotate the main command dial one stop; to skip to an index, or to the first or last frame if the movie contains no indices, rotate the sub-command dial). 6 Create the copy. Once the desired frame is displayed, press 1. 7 Preview the movie.
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 65, pressing the center of the multi selector 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 b button, then highlight Save selected frame and press 2. b button 3 Create a still copy. Press 1 to create a still copy of the current frame.
4 Save the copy. Highlight Yes and press J to create a fine-quality (0 79) JPEG copy of the selected frame. A Save Selected Frame JPEG movie stills created with the Save selected frame option can not be retouched. JPEG movie stills lack some categories of photo information (0 238). A The Retouch Menu Movies can also be edited using the Edit movie option in the retouch menu (0 384).
Image Recording Options Image Area Choose from image areas of FX (36×24) 1.0× (FX format), DX (24×16) 1.5× (DX format), 5 : 4 (30×24), and 1.2× (30×20) 1.2×. See page 490 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at different image area settings. FX format DX format (24×16) image circle DX format 5:4 1.
❚❚ Image Area Options The camera offers a choice of the following image areas: Option FX (36×24) c 1.0× (FX format) 1.2× (30×20) Z 1.2× DX (24×16) a 1.5× (DX format) b 5 : 4 (30×24) Description Images are recorded in FX format using the full area of the image sensor (35.9 × 24.0 mm), producing an angle of view equivalent to a NIKKOR lens on a 35mm format camera. A 30.0 × 19.9 mm area at the center of the image sensor is used to record photographs.
A Image Area The selected option is shown in the information display. A DX Lenses DX lenses are designed for use with DX format cameras and have a smaller angle of view than lenses for 35mm format cameras. If Auto DX crop is off and an option other than DX (24×16) (DX format) is selected for Choose image area when a DX lens is attached, the edges of the image may be eclipsed.
The image area can be selected using the Image area > Choose image area option in the shooting menu or by pressing a control and rotating a command dial. ❚❚ The Image Area Menu 1 Select Image area. Highlight Image area in the shooting menu and press 2. 2 Select Choose image area. Highlight Choose image area and press 2. 3 Adjust settings. Choose an option and press J. The selected crop is displayed in the viewfinder (0 76). A Image Size Image size varies with the option selected for image area.
❚❚ Camera Controls 1 Assign image area selection to a camera control. Select Choose image area as the “press + command dials” option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu (0 300).
Image Quality The D810 supports the following image quality options. See page 489 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at different image quality and size settings. Option File type Description RAW data from the image sensor are saved without additional processing. Settings NEF (RAW) NEF such as white balance and contrast can be adjusted after shooting. Record uncompressed TIFF-RGB images at a bit depth of 8 bits per channel (24-bit TIFF (RGB) TIFF (RGB) color).
Image quality is set by pressing the T button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control panel. T button Main command dial Control panel A NEF (RAW) Images NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the camera or using software such as ViewNX 2 or Capture NX-D (ViewNX 2 can be installed from the supplied installer CD, while Capture NX-D can be downloaded from a link in the ViewNX 2 installer; 0 253).
❚❚ JPEG Compression To choose the type of compression for JPEG images, highlight JPEG/TIFF recording > JPEG compression in the shooting menu and press 2. Option O P Description Images are compressed to produce relatively Size priority uniform file size. Optimal image quality. File size varies with Optimal quality scene recorded. ❚❚ NEF (RAW) Compression To choose the type of compression for NEF (RAW) images, highlight NEF (RAW) recording > NEF (RAW) compression in the shooting menu and press 2.
❚❚ NEF (RAW) Bit Depth To choose a bit depth for NEF (RAW) images, highlight NEF (RAW) recording > NEF (RAW) bit depth in the shooting menu and press 2. Option q 12-bit r 14-bit Description NEF (RAW) images are recorded at a bit depth of 12 bits. NEF (RAW) images are recorded at a bit depth of 14 bits, producing files larger than those with a bit depth of 12 bits but increasing the color data recorded.
Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. In the case of JPEG and TIFF images, you can choose from #Large, $Medium, or %Small (note that image size varies depending on the option selected for Image area, 0 74): Option Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.) * Large 7360 × 4912 62.3 × 41.6/24.5 × 16.4 FX (36×24) Medium 5520 × 3680 46.7 × 31.2/18.4 × 12.3 (FX format) Small 3680 × 2456 31.2 × 20.8/12.3 × 8.2 Large 6144 × 4080 52.0 × 34.5/20.5 × 13.6 1.2× (30×20) Medium 4608 × 3056 39.0 × 25.9/15.4 × 10.
Image size for JPEG and TIFF images can be set by pressing the T button and rotating the sub-command dial until the desired option is displayed in the control panel. T button Sub-command dial Control panel A The Image Size Menu Image size for JPEG and TIFF images can also be adjusted using the JPEG/TIFF recording > Image size option in the shooting menu (0 290).
❚❚ NEF (RAW) Images When recording photographs in NEF (RAW) format, you can choose from sizes of o Large and p Small using the NEF (RAW) recording > Image size option in the shooting menu. Small-size images are about half the size of their large-size counterparts. An asterisk (U) appears in the control panel when p Small is selected. Control panel D NEF (RAW) Images Image size for NEF (RAW) photographs can not be selected using the T button and command dials.
Using Two Memory Cards When two memory cards are inserted in the camera, you can choose one as the primary card using the Primary slot selection item in the shooting menu. Select SD card slot to designate the card in the SD card slot as the primary card, CF card slot to choose the CompactFlash card. The roles played by the primary and secondary cards can be chosen using the Secondary slot function option in the shooting menu.
Focus This section describes the focus options available when photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Focus can be adjusted automatically (see below) or manually (0 100). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 94) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (0 96). Autofocus To use autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF.
Autofocus mode can be selected by pressing the AF-mode button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder and control panel. AF-mode button Main command dial Control panel Viewfinder A The B Button For the purpose of focusing the camera, pressing the B button has the same effect as pressing the shutter-release button halfway.
A See Also For information on using focus priority in continuous-servo AF, see Custom Setting a1 (AF-C priority selection, 0 306). For information on using release priority in single-servo AF, see Custom Setting a2 (AF-S priority selection, 0 307). For information on preventing the camera from focusing when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, see Custom Setting a4 (AF activation, 0 308).
AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus point is selected during viewfinder photography. • Single-point AF: Select the focus point as described on page 94; the camera will focus on the subject in the selected focus point only. Use with stationary subjects. • Dynamic-area AF: Select the focus point as described on page 94. In AF-C focus mode, the camera will focus based on information from surrounding focus points if the subject briefly leaves the selected point.
• Group-area AF: The camera focuses using a group of focus points selected by the user, reducing the risk of the camera focusing on the background instead of on the main subject. Choose for subjects that are difficult to photograph using a single focus point. If faces are detected in AF-S focus mode, the camera will give priority to portrait subjects.
A 3D-tracking When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the colors in the area surrounding the focus point are stored in the camera. Consequently 3D-tracking may not produce the desired results with subjects that are similar in color to the background or that occupy a very small area of the frame. A AF-Area Mode AF-area mode is shown in the control panel and viewfinder.
A See Also For information on adjusting how long the camera waits before refocusing when an object moves in front of the camera, see Custom Setting a3 (Focus tracking with lock-on, 0 308).
Focus Point Selection The camera offers a choice of 51 focus points that can be used to compose photographs with the main subject positioned almost anywhere in the frame. Follow the steps below to choose the focus point (in group-area AF, you can follow these steps to choose a group of focus points). 1 Rotate the focus selector lock to ●. This allows the multi selector to be used to select the focus point. Focus selector lock 2 Select the focus point.
The focus selector lock can be rotated to the locked (L) position following selection to prevent the selected focus point from changing when the multi selector is pressed. A Auto-area AF The focus point for auto-area AF is selected automatically; manual focus-point selection is not available. A See Also For information on choosing when and how the focus point is illuminated, see Custom Setting a5 (Focus point illumination, 0 309) and a6 (AF point illumination, 0 310).
Focus Lock Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 87), focus lock can also be used to recompose the photograph after focusing on another object at the same distance as your original subject. Focus lock is most effective when an option other than auto-area AF is selected for AF-area mode (0 90). 1 Focus.
2 Lock focus. AF-C focus mode (0 87): With the shutter-release button pressed halfway (q), press the A AE-L/AF-L button (w) to lock both focus and exposure (an AE-L icon will be displayed in the viewfinder). Focus will remain locked while the A AE-L/AF-L button is pressed, even if you later remove your finger from the shutter-release button.
A Locking Focus with the B Button During viewfinder photography, focus can be locked using the B button in place of the shutter-release button (0 88). If AF-ON only is selected for Custom Setting a4 (AF activation, 0 308), the camera will not focus when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway; instead, the camera will focus when the B button is pressed, at which point focus will lock and remain locked until the B button is pressed again.
A Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (●) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus. In these cases, use manual focus (0 100) or use focus lock (0 96) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.
Manual Focus Manual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the desired results (0 99). • AF lenses: Set the lens focus mode switch (if present) and camera focusmode selector to M. Focus-mode selector D AF Lenses Do not use AF lenses with the lens focus mode switch set to M and the camera focus-mode selector set to AF. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera or lens.
❚❚ The Electronic Rangefinder The viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the subject in the selected focus point is in focus (the focus point can be selected from any of the 51 focus points). After positioning the subject in the selected focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens focus ring until the in-focus indicator (I) is displayed.
Release Mode Choosing a Release Mode To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting. Mode S T U J M 102 Description Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutterrelease button is pressed. Continuous low speed: While shutter-release button is held down, camera takes photographs at frame rate selected for Custom Setting d2 (CL mode shooting speed, 0 321).
Mode E V Description Self-timer: Take pictures with the self-timer (0 106). Mirror up: Choose this mode to minimize camera shake in telephoto or close-up photography or in other situations in which the slightest camera movement can result in blurred photographs (0 108).
Power Source and Frame Rate The maximum frame advance rate varies with the power source and image area. The figures below are the average maximum frame rates available with continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster, settings other than Custom Setting d2 at default values, and memory remaining in the memory buffer. Maximum frame rate (fps) 1 U T FX, 5 : 4 5 Camera with EN-EL15 1.2×, DX 6 FX, 5 : 4 5 Camera with EP-5B power connector 1.
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; note, however, that frame rate will drop when the buffer is full (tAA).
Self-Timer Mode (E) The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for selfportraits. 1 Mount the camera on a tripod. Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. 2 Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to E. Release mode dial 3 Frame the photograph and focus. In single-servo AF (0 87), photographs can only be taken if the in-focus (I) indicator appears in the viewfinder.
4 Start the timer. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer. The self-timer lamp will start to flash. Two seconds before the photograph is taken, the self-timer lamp will stop flashing. The shutter will be released about ten seconds after the timer starts. To turn the self-timer off before a photograph is taken, turn the release mode dial to another setting.
Mirror up Mode (V) Choose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. To use mirrorup mode, press the release mode dial lock release and rotate the release mode dial Release mode dial to V (mirror up). After pressing the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to raise the mirror and then press the shutter-release button all the way down again to take the picture.
ISO Sensitivity Manual Adjustment The camera’s sensitivity to light can be adjusted according to the amount of light available. Choose from settings that range from ISO 64 to ISO 12800 in steps equivalent to 1/3 EV. Settings of from about 0.3 to 1 EV below ISO 64 and 0.3 to 2 EV above ISO 12800 are also available for special situations. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures.
A The Shooting Menu ISO sensitivity can also be adjusted from the shooting menu. Choose ISO sensitivity settings to adjust settings for viewfinder and live view photography (0 290) and Movie settings > Movie ISO sensitivity settings to adjust settings for movie live view (0 64).
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control If On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected by the user (ISO sensitivity is adjusted appropriately when the flash is used). 1 Select Auto ISO sensitivity control. Select ISO sensitivity settings in the shooting menu, then highlight Auto ISO sensitivity control and press 2. 2 Select On.
3 Adjust settings. The maximum value for auto ISO sensitivity can be selected using Maximum sensitivity (note that if the ISO sensitivity selected by the user is higher than that chosen for Maximum sensitivity, the value selected by the user will be used instead).
A Minimum Shutter Speed Auto shutter-speed selection can be fine-tuned by highlighting Auto and pressing 2: for example, values faster than those usually selected automatically can be used with telephoto lenses to reduce blur. Note, however, that Auto functions only with CPU lenses; if a non-CPU lens is used without lens data, minimum shutter speed is fixed at 1/30 s.
Exposure Metering Metering determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available: Option L M N 4 114 Description Matrix: Produces natural results in most situations. Camera meters a wide area of the frame and set exposure according to tone distribution, color, composition, and, with type G, E, or D lenses (0 422), distance information (3D color matrix metering III; with other CPU lenses, camera uses color matrix metering III, which does not include 3D distance information).
To choose a metering option, press the c button and rotate the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder and control panel. c button Main command dial A Non-CPU Lens Data Specifying the focal length and maximum aperture of non-CPU lenses using the Non-CPU lens data option in the setup menu (0 229) allows the camera to use color matrix metering when matrix is selected and improves the accuracy of center-weighted and spot metering.
Exposure Mode To determine how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture when adjusting exposure, press the I (Q) button and rotate the main command dial until the desired option appears in the control panel. I (Q) button Main command dial Mode e f g h 116 Control panel Description Programmed auto (0 118): Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to adjust camera settings.
A Lens Types When using a CPU lens equipped with an aperture ring (0 422), lock the aperture ring at the minimum aperture (highest f-number). Type G and E lenses are not equipped with an aperture ring. When using non-CPU lenses (0 229), select exposure mode g (aperture-priority auto) or h (manual). In other modes, exposure mode g is automatically selected when a non-CPU lens is attached (0 419, 424).
e: Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal exposure in most situations. A Flexible Program In exposure mode e, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the main command dial while the exposure meters are on (“flexible program”).
f: Shutter-Priority Auto In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. To choose a shutter speed, rotate the main command dial while the exposure meters are on. Shutter speed can be set to “p” or to values between 30 s and 1/8000 s. Shutter speed can be locked at the selected setting (0 126).
g: Aperture-Priority Auto In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. To choose an aperture between the minimum and maximum values for the lens, rotate the sub-command dial while the exposure meters are on. Aperture can be locked at the selected setting (0 126). Sub-command dial A Non-CPU Lenses (0 419, 424) Use the lens aperture ring to adjust aperture.
h: Manual In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the sub-command dial to set aperture. Shutter speed can be set to “p” or to values between 30 s and 1/8000 s, or the shutter can be held open indefinitely for a long time-exposure (A or &, 0 123). Aperture can be set to values between the minimum and maximum values for the lens. Use the exposure indicators to check exposure.
A AF Micro NIKKOR Lenses Provided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be taken into account when the lens aperture ring is used to set aperture. A Exposure Indicators If a shutter speed other than “bulb” or “time” is selected, the exposure indicators in the viewfinder and control panel show whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings.
Long Time-Exposures (h Mode Only) Select the following shutter speeds for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. • Bulb (A): The shutter remains open while the shutterrelease button is held down. To prevent blur, use a tripod or an optional wireless remote controller (0 441) or remote cord (0 439). • Time (&): Start the exposure by using the shutter-release button on the camera or on an optional remote cord, or wireless remote controller.
1 Ready the camera. Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. A Long Time-Exposures Close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter to prevent light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure (0 106). Nikon recommends using a fully charged battery or an optional AC adapter and power connector to prevent loss of power while the shutter is open.
3 Choose a shutter speed. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb (A) or Time (&). The exposure indicators do not appear when Bulb (A) or Time (&) is selected. Bulb Time 4 Open the shutter. Bulb: After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional remote cord or wireless remote controller all the way down. Keep the shutter-release button pressed until the exposure is complete.
Shutter-Speed and Aperture Lock Shutter speed lock is available in shutter-priority auto and manual exposure modes, aperture lock in aperture-priority auto and manual exposure modes. Shutter speed and aperture lock are not available in programmed auto exposure mode. 1 Assign shutter speed and aperture lock to a camera control. Select Shutter spd & aperture lock as the “press + command dials” option in the Custom Settings menu (0 348).
Aperture (exposure modes g and h): Press the selected button and rotate the sub-command dial until F icons appear in the viewfinder and the control panel. Fn button Sub-command dial To unlock aperture, press the button and rotate the subcommand dial until the F icons disappear from the displays. A See Also Use Custom Setting f7 (Shutter spd & aperture lock; 0 350) to keep shutter speed and/or aperture locked at the selected values.
Autoexposure (AE) Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using center-weighted metering and spot metering (0 114) to meter exposure. 1 Lock exposure. Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutterrelease button halfway. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the A AE-L/ AF-L button to lock exposure (if you are using autofocus, confirm that the in-focus indicator (I) appears in the viewfinder).
A Metered Area In spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 4-mm (0.16 in.) circle centered on the selected focus point. In centerweighted metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 12-mm circle in the center of the viewfinder.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (0 114). Choose from values between –5 EV (underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure) in increments of 1 /3 EV. In general, positive values make the subject brighter while negative values make it darker.
To choose a value for exposure compensation, press the E button and rotate the main command dial until the desired value is displayed in the control panel or viewfinder. E button Main command dial ±0 EV (E button pressed) –0.3 (–1/3) EV +2.0 EV At values other than ±0.0, the 0 at the center of the exposure indicators will flash (exposure modes e, f, and g only) and a E icon will be displayed in the viewfinder and control panel after you release the E button.
A Exposure Mode h In exposure mode h, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change. A See Also For information on choosing the size of the increments available for exposure compensation, see Custom Setting b3 (Exp./flash comp. step value, 0 315). For information on making adjustments to exposure compensation without pressing the E button, see Custom Setting b4 (Easy exposure compensation, 0 316).
Bracketing Bracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” the current value. Choose in situations in which it is difficult to set exposure, flash level (i-TTL and, where supported, auto aperture flash control modes only; see pages 194, 331, and 430), white balance, or Active D-Lighting and there is not time to check results and adjust settings with each shot, or to experiment with different settings for the same subject.
2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the D button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in the control panel. Number of shots D button Main command dial Control panel Exposure and flash bracketing indicator At settings other than zero, a M icon and exposure and flash bracketing indicator will appear in the control panel and D will be displayed in the viewfinder.
3 Select an exposure increment. Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment. Exposure increment D button Sub-command dial Control panel At default settings, the size of the increment can be chosen from 0.3 (1/3), 0.7 (2/3), 1, 2, and 3 EV. The bracketing programs with an increment of 0.3 (1/3) EV are listed below. Control panel display No. of Bracketing order (EVs) shots 0 0 3 0/+0.3/+0.7 3 0/–0.7/–0.3 2 0/+0.3 2 0/–0.3 3 0/–0.3/+0.3 5 0/–0.7/–0.3/+0.3/+0.
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with exposure compensation (see page 130). While bracketing is in effect, a bracketing progress indicator will be displayed in the control panel. A segment will disappear from the indicator after each shot. No. shots: 3; increment: 0.
❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the D button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is zero (r) and M is no longer displayed. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (0 206), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
A Exposure Bracketing The camera modifies exposure by varying shutter speed and aperture (programmed auto), aperture (shutter-priority auto), or shutter speed (aperture-priority auto, manual exposure mode). If On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control (0 111) in modes e, f, and g, the camera will modify exposure by varying ISO sensitivity and only vary shutter speed and/or aperture if the limits of exposure system are exceeded.
❚❚ White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on white balance, see page 148. 1 Select white balance bracketing. Choose WB bracketing for Custom Setting e6 Auto bracketing set. 2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the D button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in the control panel.
3 Select a white balance increment. Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is roughly equivalent to 5 mired. White balance increment D button Sub-command dial Control panel Choose from increments of 1 (5 mired), 2 (10 mired), or 3 (15 mired). Higher B values correspond to increased amounts of blue, higher A values to increased amounts of amber (0 151). The bracketing programs with an increment of 1 are listed below.
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. Each shot will be processed to create the number of copies specified in the bracketing program, and each copy will have a different white balance. Modifications to white balance are added to the white balance adjustment made with white balance finetuning.
❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press the D button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence is zero (r) and W is no longer displayed. The program last in effect will be restored the next time bracketing is activated. Bracketing can also be cancelled by performing a two-button reset (0 206), although in this case the bracketing program will not be restored the next time bracketing is activated.
❚❚ ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 182. 1 Select ADL bracketing. Choose ADL bracketing for Custom Setting e6 Auto bracketing set. 2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the D button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The number of shots is shown in the control panel.
At settings other than zero, a d icon and an ADL bracketing indicator will appear in the control panel and D will be displayed in the viewfinder. Choose two shots to take one photograph with Active D-Lighting off and another at a selected value. Choose three to five shots to take a series of photographs with Active D-Lighting set to Off, Low, and Normal (three shots), Off, Low, Normal, and High (four shots), or Off, Low, Normal, High, and Extra high (five shots).
Active D-Lighting is shown in the control panel.
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-byshot according to the bracketing program selected. While bracketing is in effect, a bracketing progress indicator will be displayed in the control panel. A segment will disappear from the indicator after each shot. No.
A ADL Bracketing In continuous release modes (0 102), shooting will pause after the number of shots specified in the bracketing program have been taken. Shooting will resume the next time the shutter-release button is pressed.
White Balance White Balance Options White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended with most light sources. If the desired results can not be achieved with auto white balance, choose an option from the list below. Option Color temp.
White balance can be selected by pressing the U button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control panel. U button Main command dial Control panel A The Shooting Menu White balance can also be adjusted using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 290), which also can be used to fine-tune white balance (0 151) or measure a value for preset manual white balance (0 158).
A Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions. Color temperature is an objective measure of the color of a light source, defined with reference to the temperature to which an object would have to be heated to radiate light in the same wavelengths. While light sources with a color temperature in the neighborhood of 5000–5500 K appear white, light sources with a lower color temperature, such as incandescent light bulbs, appear slightly yellow or red.
Fine-Tuning White Balance At settings other than K (Choose color temp.), white balance can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. ❚❚ The White Balance Menu To fine-tune white balance from the shooting menu, select White balance and follow the steps below. 1 Display fine-tuning options.
3 Press J. Press J to save settings and return to the shooting menu. If white balance has been fine-tuned, an asterisk (“U”) will be displayed in the control panel.
❚❚ The U Button At settings other than K (Choose color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the U button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)–blue (B) axis (0 151; to fine-tune white balance when L is selected, use the shooting menu as described on page 151). Press the U button and rotate the sub-command dial to fine-tune white balance in steps of 0.5 (with each full increment equivalent to about 5 mired), stopping when the desired value is displayed in the control panel.
A White Balance Fine-Tuning The colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm” setting such as J (Incandescent) is selected for white balance will make photographs slightly “colder” but will not actually make them blue. A “Mired” Any given change in color temperature produces a greater difference in color at low color temperatures than it would at higher color temperatures.
Choosing a Color Temperature Follow the steps below to choose a color temperature when K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance. D Choose Color Temperature Note that the desired results will not be obtained with flash or fluorescent lighting. Choose N (Flash) or I (Fluorescent) for these sources. With other light sources, take a test shot to determine if the selected value is appropriate.
3 Select a value for green-magenta. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the G (green) or M (magenta) axis and press 1 or 3 to select a value. Value for green (G)magenta (M) axis 4 Press J. Press J to save changes and return to the shooting menu. If a value other than 0 is selected for the green (G)–magenta (M) axis, an asterisk (“U”) will be displayed in the control panel.
❚❚ The U Button When K (Choose color temp.) is selected, the U button can be used to select the color temperature, although only for the amber (A)–blue (B) axis. Press the U button and rotate the subcommand dial until the desired value is displayed in the control panel (adjustments are made in mireds; 0 154). To enter a color temperature directly, press the U button and press 4 or 2 to highlight a digit and press 1 or 3 to change.
Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. The camera can store up to six values for preset manual white balance in presets d-1 through d-6. Two methods are available for setting preset manual white balance: Method Description Neutral gray or white object is placed under lighting that will be used in final photo and white balance is measured by camera (0 159).
Viewfinder Photography 1 Light a reference object. Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. In studio settings, a standard gray panel can be used as a reference object. Note that exposure is automatically increased by 1 EV when measuring white balance; in exposure mode h, adjust exposure so that the exposure indicator shows ±0 (0 122). 2 Set white balance to L (Preset manual).
3 Select a preset. Press the U button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed in the control panel. U button Sub-command dial Control panel 4 Select direct measurement mode. Release the U button briefly and then press the button until the L icon in the control panel starts to flash. A flashing D will also appear in the viewfinder. The displays will flash for about six seconds.
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. The camera will measure a value for white balance and store it in the preset selected in Step 3. No photograph will be recorded; white balance can be measured accurately even when the camera is not in focus. 6 Check the results.
D Direct Measurement Mode If no operations are performed during viewfinder photography while the displays are flashing, direct measurement mode will end in the time selected for Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 319). A Protected Presets If the current preset is protected (0 169), 3 will flash in the control panel and viewfinder if you attempt to measure a new value.
Live View (Spot White Balance) In live view photography and movie live view (0 35, 49), white balance can be measured in a selected area of the frame, eliminating the need to prepare a reference object or change lenses during telephoto photography. 1 Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. a button 2 Set white balance to L (Preset manual).
3 Select a preset. Press the U button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed in the control panel. U button Sub-command dial Control panel 4 Select direct measurement mode. Release the U button briefly and then press the button until the L icon in the control panel starts to flash. A spot white balance target (r) will be displayed at the selected focus point. Control panel 5 Position the target over a white or grey area.
6 Measure white balance. Press the center of the multi selector or press the shutter-release button all the way down to measure white balance. The time available to measure white balance is that selected for Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay) > Live view (0 320). If the camera is unable to measure white balance, the message shown at right will be displayed. Choose a new white balance target and repeat the process from Step 5. 7 Exit direct measurement mode.
A Measuring Preset Manual White Balance (Live View) Preset manual white balance can not be measured when Record movies is selected for Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button, 0 364) and the live view selector is rotated to 1. Preset manual white balance can not be set while an HDR exposure is in progress (0 184) or when a setting other than None is selected for photo live view display white balance (monitor hue; 0 43).
Managing Presets ❚❚ Copying White Balance from a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a selected preset. 1 Select Preset manual. Select White balance in the shooting menu, then highlight Preset manual and press 2. 2 Select a destination. Highlight the destination preset (d-1 to d-6) and press the center of the multi selector. 3 Choose Select image. Highlight Select image and press 2. 4 Highlight a source image. Highlight the source image.
5 Copy white balance. Press J to copy the white balance value for the highlighted photograph to the selected preset. If the highlighted photograph has a comment (0 375), the comment will be copied to the comment for the selected preset. A Choosing a Source Image To view the image highlighted in Step 4 full frame, press and hold the X button. X button To view images in other locations, press W. The dialog shown below will be displayed; select the desired card and folder.
A Choosing a White Balance Preset Press 1 to highlight the current white balance preset (d-1– d-6) and press 2 to select another preset. A Fine-Tuning Preset Manual White Balance The selected preset can be fine-tuned by selecting Fine-tune and adjusting white balance as described on page 151. A Edit Comment To enter a descriptive comment of up to 36 characters for the current whitebalance preset, select Edit comment in the preset manual white balance menu and enter a comment as described on page 178.
Image Enhancement Picture Controls Selecting a Picture Control Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene. Option Description Standard processing for balanced results. Recommended for most situations. Minimal processing for natural results. Choose for photographs that will later be processed or Neutral retouched. Pictures are enhanced for a vivid, photoprint Vivid effect. Choose for photographs that emphasize primary colors. Monochrome Take monochrome photographs.
1 Press L (Z/Q). A list of Picture Controls will be displayed. L (Z/Q) button 2 Select a Picture Control. Highlight a Picture Control and press J.
A Custom Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the shooting menu (0 177). Custom Picture Controls can be saved to a memory card for sharing among other cameras of the same model and compatible software (0 180). A The Picture Control Indicator The current Picture Control is shown in the information display when the R button is pressed.
Modifying Picture Controls Existing preset or custom Picture Controls (0 177) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control in the Picture Control list (0 170) and press 2. 2 Adjust settings.
❚❚ Picture Control Settings Option Manual adjustments (all Picture Controls) Description Mute or heighten the effect of the selected Picture Control (note that this resets all manual adjustments). Quick adjust Not available with Neutral, Monochrome, Flat, or custom Picture Controls (0 177). Control the sharpness of outlines. Select A to adjust Sharpening sharpening automatically according to the type of scene. Adjust clarity manually or select A to let the camera adjust clarity automatically.
D “A” (Auto) Results for auto sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame. Use a type G, E, or D lens for best results. A Switching Between Manual and Auto Press the X button to switch back and forth between manual and auto (A) settings for sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation. A Previous Settings The h indicator under the value display in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting.
A Toning (Monochrome Only) Pressing 3 when Toning is selected displays saturation options. Press 4 or 2 to adjust saturation in increments of 1, or rotate the sub-command dial to choose a value in increments of 0.25. Saturation control is not available when B&W (blackand-white) is selected. A Custom Picture Controls The options available with custom Picture Controls are the same as those on which the custom Picture Control was based.
Creating Custom Picture Controls The preset Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Select Manage Picture Control. Highlight Manage Picture Control in the shooting menu and press 2. 2 Select Save/edit. Highlight Save/edit and press 2. 3 Select a Picture Control. Highlight an existing Picture Control and press 2, or press J to proceed to Step 5 to save a copy of the highlighted Picture Control without further modification.
5 Select a destination. Choose a destination for the custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9) and press 2. 6 Name the Picture Control. Keyboard area The text-entry dialog shown at right will be displayed. By default, new Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digit number (assigned automatically) to the name of the existing Picture Control; to use the default name, proceed to Step 7. To Name area move the cursor in the name area, hold the W button and press 4 or 2.
7 Save changes and exit. Press J to save changes and exit. The new Picture Control will appear in the Picture Control list. J button A Manage Picture Control > Rename Custom Picture Controls can be renamed at any time using the Rename option in the Manage Picture Control menu. A Manage Picture Control > Delete The Delete option in the Manage Picture Control menu can be used to delete selected custom Picture Controls when they are no longer needed.
Sharing Custom Picture Controls Use the Load/save option in the Manage Picture Control menu to copy custom Picture Controls to and from memory cards. Custom Picture Controls can be created on a computer using Picture Control Utility 2, a utility launched from ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX-D, then saved to a memory card and copied to the camera. Custom Picture Controls created on the camera can be copied to a memory card for use in other D810s.
A Saving Custom Picture Controls Up to 99 custom Picture Controls can be stored on the memory card at any one time. The memory card can only be used to store user-created custom Picture Controls. The preset Picture Controls supplied with the camera (0 170) can not be copied to the memory card, renamed, or deleted.
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. It is most effective when used with matrix metering (0 114).
To use Active D-Lighting: 1 Select Active D-Lighting. Highlight Active D-Lighting in the shooting menu and press 2. 2 Choose an option. Highlight the desired option and press J. If Y Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust Active D-Lighting according to shooting conditions (in exposure mode h, however, Y Auto is equivalent to Q Normal). D Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting can not be used with movies.
High Dynamic Range (HDR) Used with high-contrast subjects, High Dynamic Range (HDR) preserves details in highlights and shadows by combining two shots taken at different exposures. HDR is most effective when used with matrix metering (0 114; with spot or center-weighted metering and a non-CPU lens, an exposure differential of Auto is equivalent to about 2 EV). It can not be used to record NEF (RAW) images.
2 Select a mode. Highlight HDR mode and press 2. Highlight one of the following and press J. • To take a series of HDR photographs, select 0 On (series). HDR shooting will continue until you select Off for HDR mode. • To take one HDR photograph, select On (single photo). Normal shooting will resume automatically after you have created a single HDR photograph. • To exit without creating additional HDR photographs, select Off.
3 Choose the exposure differential. To choose the difference in exposure between the two shots, highlight Exposure differential and press 2. The options shown at right will be displayed. Highlight an option and press J. Choose higher values for high-contrast subjects, but note that choosing a value higher than required may not produce the desired results; if Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust exposure to suit the scene. 4 Choose the amount of smoothing.
5 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. l y will flash in the control panel and l u in the viewfinder while Control panel the images are combined; no photographs can be taken until recording is complete. Regardless of the option currently selected for Viewfinder release mode, only one photograph will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
A The D Button If HDR (high dynamic range) is selected for Custom Setting f8 (Assign BKT button; 0 350), you can select the HDR mode by pressing the D button and rotating the main command dial and the exposure differential by pressing the D button and rotating the sub-command dial. The mode and exposure differential are shown in the control panel: y and F appear when On (series) is selected and y when On (single photo) is selected; no icon appears when HDR is off.
Flash Photography Using the Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used not only when natural lighting is inadequate but to fill in shadows and backlit subjects or to add a catch light to the subject’s eyes. 1 Choose a metering method (0 114). Select matrix, center-weighted, or highlight-weighted metering to activate i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR. Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR is activated automatically when spot metering is selected. 2 Press the flash pop-up button.
3 Choose a flash mode. Press the M (Y) button and rotate the main command dial until the desired flash mode icon is displayed in the control panel (0 191). M (Y) button Main command dial Control panel 4 Check exposure (shutter speed and aperture). Press the shutter-release button halfway and check shutter speed and aperture. The settings available when the built-in flash is raised are listed on page 193.
Flash Modes The camera supports the following flash modes: Flash mode Description This mode is recommended for most situations. In programmed auto and aperture-priority auto modes, shutter speed will automatically be set to values between 1/250 and 1/60 s (1/8000 to 1/60 s when an optional Front-curtain flash unit is used with Auto FP High-Speed Sync; sync 0 329). Red-eye reduction lamp lights for approximately one second before main flash.
Flash mode Rear-curtain sync Flash off Description In shutter-priority auto or manual exposure mode, flash fires just before the shutter closes. Use to create effect of a stream of light behind moving objects. In programmed auto and aperture-priority auto, slow rear-curtain sync is used to capture both subject and background. Use of tripod is recommended to prevent blurring caused by camera shake. The flash does not fire.
A Flash Photography Shutter Speed and Aperture Mode Shutter speed Aperture See page Set automatically by camera e 118 (1/250 s–1/60 s) 1, 2 Set automatically by camera Value selected by user f 119 (1/250 s–30 s) 2 Set automatically by camera g 120 (1/250 s–1/60 s) 1, 2 Value selected by user 3 Value selected by user h 121 (1/250 s–30 s, A, &) 2 1 Shutter speed may be set as slow as 30s in slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, and slow sync with red-eye reduction flash modes.
A Flash Control Mode The camera supports the following i-TTL flash control modes: • i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR: Flash emits series of nearly invisible preflashes (monitor preflashes) immediately before main flash.
A See Also See page 198 for information on locking flash value (FV) for a metered subject before recomposing a photograph. For information on auto FP high-speed sync and choosing a flash sync speed, see Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 329). For information on choosing the slowest shutter speed available when using the flash, see Custom Setting e2 (Flash shutter speed, 0 331).
Flash Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output by from –3 EV to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections. To choose a value for flash compensation, press the M (Y) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired value is displayed in the control panel.
A Optional Flash Units The flash compensation selected with the optional flash unit is added to the flash compensation selected with the camera. A See Also For information on choosing the size of the increments available for flash compensation, see Custom Setting b3 (Exp./flash comp. step value, 0 315). For information on choosing how flash and exposure compensation combine, see Custom Setting e4 (Exposure comp. for flash, 0 338).
FV Lock This feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash output is appropriate to the subject even when the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame. Flash output is adjusted automatically for any changes in ISO sensitivity and aperture. To use FV lock: 1 Assign FV lock to a camera control.
4 Lock flash level. After confirming that the flash ready indicator (M) is displayed in the viewfinder, press the button selected in Step 1. The flash will emit a monitor preflash to determine the appropriate flash level. Flash output will be locked at this level and FV lock icon (e) will appear in the viewfinder. 5 Recompose the photograph. 6 Take the photograph. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictures can be taken without releasing FV lock.
A Using FV Lock with the Built-in Flash FV lock is only available with the built-in flash when TTL is selected for Custom Setting e3 (Flash cntrl for built-in flash, 0 331). A Using FV Lock with Optional Flash Units FV lock is also available with optional flash units in TTL and (where supported) monitor pre-flash AA and monitor pre-flash A flash control modes.
Other Shooting Options The R Button (Viewfinder Photography) Pressing the R button during viewfinder photography displays shooting information in the monitor including shutter speed, aperture, number of exposures remaining, and AF-area mode. Exposure mode ...........................116 6 Aperture (f-number) ......... 120, 121 Aperture (number of Flexible program indicator .......118 stops)................................... 120, 424 Flash sync indicator....................329 Bracketing increment .......
11 Shutter-speed lock icon............ 126 12 Electronic front-curtain shutter indicator ...................................... 323 13 Exposure delay mode indicator ...................................... 322 14 FV lock indicator ......................... 199 15 Aperture lock icon...................... 127 HDR (series) indicator................ 188 Multiple exposure (series) indicator ...................................... 211 16 Flash compensation indicator ......................................
28 Interval timer indicator ....216, 219 Time-lapse indicator .........223, 227 29 Metering .......................................114 30 Image size (JPEG and TIFF images).................................. 83 31 Image quality................................. 79 Secondary slot function.............. 86 32 Small image size indicator (NEF/RAW images) ...................... 85 33 T indicator .................................. 466 34 Image comment indicator........ 375 35 Copyright information indicator .......
40 Active D-Lighting indicator......183 48 Pv button assignment .............. 349 41 High ISO noise reduction 49 Color space indicator ................. 296 indicator.......................................299 50 Exposure indicator ..................... 122 Exposure compensation 42 Shooting menu bank .................291 indicator ...................................... 130 43 Custom settings bank................304 Bracketing progress indicator: 44 Long exposure noise reduction Exposure and flash indicator.
The b button Press the b button for quick access to the following settings during viewfinder photography. Highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. Press the b button again to resume shooting.
Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the T and E buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The control panel turns off briefly while settings are reset.
❚❚ Settings Accessible from the Shooting Menu 1 Option Default Image quality JPEG normal JPEG/TIFF recording Image size Large NEF (RAW) recording Image size Large White balance Auto > Normal Fine-tuning A-B: 0, G-M: 0 Picture Control settings 2 Unmodified HDR (high dynamic range) Off 3 ISO sensitivity settings ISO sensitivity 100 Auto ISO sensitivity control Off Multiple exposure Off 4 Interval timer shooting Off 5 1 With the exception of multiple exposure and interval timer settings and Picture Control par
❚❚ Other Settings Option Default Focus point 1 Center Preset focus point Center Exposure mode Programmed auto Flexible program Off Exposure compensation Off AE lock hold Off Aperture lock Off Shutter speed lock Off Autofocus mode AF-S AF-area mode Viewfinder Single-point AF Live view photography/movie live view Normal-area AF Photo live view display WB None Highlight display Off Headphone volume 15 Metering Matrix Bracketing Off 2 Flash mode Front-curtain sync Flash compensation Off FV lock Off Exposure del
Multiple Exposure Follow the steps below to record a series of two to ten exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures can make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor to produce colors noticeably superior to those in software-generated photographic overlays. ❚❚ Creating a Multiple Exposure Multiple exposures can not be recorded in live view. Exit live view before proceeding.
2 Select a mode. Highlight Multiple exposure mode and press 2. Highlight one of the following and press J: • To take a series of multiple exposures, select 0 On (series). Multiple exposure shooting will continue until you select Off for Multiple exposure mode. • To take one multiple exposure, select On (single photo). Normal shooting will resume automatically after you have created a single multiple exposure. • To exit without creating additional multiple exposures, select Off.
3 Choose the number of shots. Highlight Number of shots and press 2. Press 1 or 3 to choose the number of exposures that will be combined to form a single photograph and press J. A The D Button If Multiple exposure is selected for Custom Setting f8 (Assign BKT button; 0 350), you can select the multiple exposure mode by pressing the D button and rotating the main command dial and the number of shots by pressing the D button and rotating the sub-command dial.
4 Choose the amount of gain. Highlight Auto gain and press 2. The following options will be displayed. Highlight an option and press J. • On: Gain is adjusted according to number of exposures actually recorded (gain for each exposure is set to 1/2 for 2 exposures, 1/3 for 3 exposures, etc.). • Off: Gain is not adjusted when recording multiple exposure. Note that photographs may be affected by noise (randomlyspaced bright pixels, fog, or lines).
5 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. In continuous release modes (0 102), the camera records all exposures in a single burst. If On (series) is selected, the camera will continue to record multiple exposures while the shutter-release button is pressed; if On (single photo) is selected, multiple exposure shooting will end after the first photograph.
❚❚ Interrupting Multiple Exposures To interrupt a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, select Off for multiple exposure mode. If shooting ends before the specified number of exposures have been taken, 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.
A Interval Timer Photography If interval timer photography is activated before the first exposure is taken, the camera will record exposures at the selected interval until the number of exposures specified in the multiple exposure menu have been taken (the number of shots listed in the interval timer shooting menu is ignored).
Interval Timer Photography The camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals. D Before Shooting Select a release mode other than self-timer (E) when using the interval timer. Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor. Once settings have been adjusted to your satisfaction, close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter to prevent light entering via the viewfinder interfering with photographs and exposure (0 106).
2 Adjust interval timer settings. Choose a start option, interval, number of shots per interval, and exposure smoothing option. • To choose a start option: Highlight Start options and press 2. Highlight an option and press J. To start shooting immediately, select Now. To start shooting at a chosen date and time, select Choose start day and start time, then choose the date and time and press J. • To choose the interval between shots: Highlight Interval and press 2.
• To choose the number of shots per interval: Highlight No. of intervals × shots/interval and press 2. Choose the number of intervals and the number of shots per interval and press J. In S (single frame) mode, the photographs for each interval will be taken at the rate chosen for Custom Setting d2 (CL mode shooting speed, 0 321). • To enable or disable exposure smoothing: Highlight Exposure smoothing and press 2. Highlight an option and press J.
3 Start shooting. Highlight Start 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 Start options in Step 2. Shooting will continue at the selected interval until J button all shots have been taken. A During Shooting During interval timer photography, the Q icon will flash in the control panel.
❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer Photography Interval timer photography can be paused between intervals by pressing J or selecting Pause in the interval timer menu. ❚❚ Resuming Interval Timer Shooting To resume shooting: Starting Now Highlight Restart and press J. Starting at a Specified Time For Start options, highlight Choose start day and start time and press 2. Choose a starting date and time and press J. Highlight Restart and press J.
❚❚ No Photograph The camera will skip the current interval if any of the following situations persist for eight seconds or more after the interval was due to start: the photograph or photographs for the previous interval have yet to be taken, the memory card is full, or singleservo autofocus is in effect and the camera is unable to focus (note that the camera focuses again before each shot). Shooting will resume with the next interval.
A Bracketing Adjust bracketing settings before starting interval timer photography. If exposure, flash, or ADL bracketing is active while interval timer photography is in effect, the camera will take the number of shots in the bracketing program at each interval, regardless of the number of shots specified in the interval timer menu.
Time-Lapse Photography The camera automatically takes photos at selected intervals to create a silent time-lapse movie using the options currently selected for Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality, and Destination in the movie settings menu (0 62). For information on the image area used for time-lapse movies, see page 59.
2 Adjust time-lapse photography settings. Choose an interval, total shooting time, and exposure smoothing option. • To choose the interval between frames: Highlight Interval and press 2. Choose an interval longer than the slowest anticipated shutter speed (minutes and seconds) and press J. • To choose the total shooting time: Highlight Shooting time and press 2. Choose shooting time (up to 7 hours 59 minutes) and press J.
3 Start shooting. Highlight Start and press J. Timelapse photography starts after about 3 s. The camera takes photographs at the selected interval for the selected shooting time. When complete, time-lapse movies are recorded to the memory card selected for Movie settings > Destination (0 63).
❚❚ No Photograph The camera will skip the current frame if single-servo autofocus is in effect and the camera is unable to focus (note that the camera focuses again before each shot). Shooting will resume with the next frame. D Time-Lapse Photography Time-lapse is not available in live view (0 35, 49), at a shutter speed of A or & (0 123), when bracketing (0 133), High Dynamic Range (HDR, 0 184), multiple exposure (0 209), or interval timer photography (0 216) is active.
A Calculating the Length of the Final Movie The total number of frames in the final movie can be approximated by dividing the shooting time by the interval and rounding up. The length of the final movie can then be calculated by dividing the number of shots by the frame rate selected for Movie settings > Frame size/frame rate. A 48 frame movie recorded at 1920×1080; 24p, for example, will be about two seconds long. The maximum length for movies recorded using time-lapse photography is 20 minutes.
A Image Review The K button can not be used to view pictures while time-lapse photography is in progress, but the current frame will be displayed for a few seconds after each shot if On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 287). Other playback operations can not be performed while the frame is displayed. A Release Mode Regardless of the release mode selected, the camera will take one shot at each interval. The self-timer can not be used.
Non-CPU Lenses Non-CPU lenses can be used in exposure modes g and h, with aperture set using the lens aperture ring. By specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user can gain access to the following CPU lens functions.
The camera can store data for up to nine non-CPU lenses. To enter or edit data for a non-CPU lens: 1 Select Non-CPU lens data. Highlight Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu and press 2. 2 Choose a lens number. Highlight Lens number and press 4 or 2 to choose a lens number. 3 Enter the focal length and aperture. Highlight Focal length (mm) or Maximum aperture and press 4 or 2 to edit the highlighted item. 4 Save settings and exit. Press J.
A Focal Length Not Listed If the correct focal length is not listed, choose the closest value greater than the actual focal length of the lens. A Teleconverters and Zoom Lenses The maximum aperture for teleconverters is the combined maximum aperture of the teleconverter and the lens. Note that lens data are not adjusted when non-CPU lenses are zoomed in or out.
To recall lens data when using a non-CPU lens: 1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Select Choose non-CPU lens number as the “Press + command dials” option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu (0 348). Non-CPU lens number selection can be assigned to the Fn button (Custom Setting f4, Assign Fn button, 0 343), the Pv button (Custom Setting f5, Assign preview button, 0 349), or the A AE-L/AF-L button (Custom Setting f6, Assign AE-L/AF-L button, 0 349).
Location Data A GPS unit can be connected to the ten-pin remote terminal, allowing the current latitude, longitude, altitude, Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), and heading to be recorded with each photograph taken. The camera can be used with an optional GP-1 and GP-1A GPS units (see below; note that these units do not provide the compass heading), or with compatible thirdparty units connected via an optional MC-35 GPS adapter cord (0 440).
❚❚ Setup Menu Options The Location data item in the setup menu contains the options listed below. • Standby timer: Choose whether or not the exposure meters will turn off automatically when a GPS unit is attached.
More About Playback Viewing Images W X Full-frame playback W W X X Thumbnail playback Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2; to view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 or 3 (0 238). K button Thumbnail Playback To view multiple images, press the W button when a picture is displayed full frame.
A Rotate Tall To display “tall” (portrait-orientation) photographs in tall orientation, select On for the Rotate tall option in the playback menu (0 288). A Image Review When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 287), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor after shooting (because the camera is already in the correct orientation, images are not rotated automatically during image review).
A Two Memory Cards If two memory cards are inserted, you can select a memory card for playback by pressing the W button when 72 thumbnails are displayed. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight the desired slot and press 2 to display a list of folders, then highlight a folder and press J to view the pictures in the selected folder. A Resuming Shooting To turn the monitor off and return to shooting mode, press K or press the shutter-release button halfway.
Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in fullframe playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as shown below. Note that “image only”, shooting data, RGB histograms, and highlights are only displayed if corresponding option is selected for Playback display options (0 282). Location data are only displayed if a GPS device was used when the photo was taken (0 233).
❚❚ File Information Protect status............................... 250 Retouch indicator ....................... 384 Focus point 1, 2 .................................94 AF area brackets 1...........................17 Frame number/total number of frames 6 Image quality .................................79 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Image size .......................................83 Image area ......................................74 Time of recording..........................18 Date of recording .......
❚❚ Highlights 1 Image highlights * 3 Current channel * 2 Folder number–frame number .......................................................293 * Flashing areas indicate highlights (areas that may be overexposed) for current channel.
❚❚ RGB Histogram 1 Image highlights * 2 Folder number–frame number ....................................................... 293 3 White balance ............................. 148 Color temperature ............... 155 White balance fine-tuning ............................................... 151 Preset manual ....................... 158 4 Current channel * 5 Histogram (RGB channel). In all histograms, horizontal axis gives pixel brightness, vertical axis number of pixels.
A Playback Zoom To zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X. Use the X and W buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the image with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the monitor. A Histograms Camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may differ from those displayed in imaging applications.
❚❚ Shooting Data 1 Metering ....................................... 114 7 Flash type ............................ 189, 428 Electronic front-curtain Commander mode..................... 334 shutter.......................................... 323 8 Flash mode .................................. 191 Shutter speed ..................... 119, 121 9 Flash control ................................ 331 Aperture............................... 120, 121 Flash compensation .................. 196 2 Exposure mode ............
13 White balance..............................148 14 Color space................................... 296 Color temperature................155 15 Picture Control 4 .......................... 170 White balance fine-tuning ...............................................151 Preset manual........................158 16 High ISO noise reduction..........299 19 Vignette control .......................... 297 Long exposure noise reduction 20 Retouch history........................... 384 ............................
22 Name of photographer 5 ........... 376 23 Copyright holder 5 ...................... 376 1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on. 2 Displayed if Custom Setting b7 (Fine-tune optimal exposure, 0 318) has been set to a value other than zero for any metering method. 3 Displayed only if VR lens is attached. 4 Items displayed vary with Picture Control selected.
❚❚ Location Data 1 (0 233) 1 Latitude 2 Longitude 3 Altitude 4 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) 5 Heading 2 1 Data for movies are for start of recording. 2 Displayed only if GPS device is equipped with electronic compass.
❚❚ Overview 1 Frame number/total number of frames 2 Protect status............................... 250 3 Retouch indicator....................... 384 4 Multiple exposure ...................... 209 5 Location data indicator ............. 233 6 Camera name 7 Image comment indicator ....... 375 8 Histogram showing the distribution of tones in the image (0 242). 9 Image quality .................................79 10 Image size........................................83 11 Image area .............................
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press the X button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: X button To Use Zoom in or out X/W View other areas of image 248 Description Press X to zoom 36 × 24 (3 : 2) format images in to maximum of approximately 46× (large images), 34× (medium images) or 22× (small images). Press W to zoom out.
To Use Select faces View other images Return to shooting mode /K Description Faces (up to 35) detected during zoom are indicated by white borders in navigation window. Rotate sub-command dial to view other faces. Rotate main command dial to view same location in other images at current zoom ratio. Playback zoom is cancelled when a movie is displayed. Press the shutter-release button halfway or press the K button to exit to shooting mode.
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, press the L (Z/Q) button to protect the current picture from accidental deletion. Protected files are marked with a P icon and can not be deleted using the O (Q) button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 366). To remove protection from a picture so that it can be deleted, display or highlight it and press the L (Z/Q) button.
Deleting Photographs To delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O (Q) button. To delete multiple selected photographs or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs can not be recovered. Note that pictures that are protected or hidden can not be deleted. Full-Frame and Thumbnail Playback Press the O (Q) button to delete the current photograph. 1 Press the O (Q) button.
The Playback Menu The Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Description Q Selected Delete selected pictures. R All Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback (0 281). If two cards are inserted, you can select the card from which pictures will be deleted. ❚❚ Selected: Deleting Selected Photographs 1 Select pictures.
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 255. Be sure to use the latest version of ViewNX 2, which is available for download from the websites listed on page xxii, as earlier versions that do not support the D810 may fail to transfer NEF (RAW) images correctly. 1 Launch the installer.
2 Start the installer. Click Install and follow the on-screen instructions. Click Install 3 Exit the installer. Windows Mac Click Yes Click OK 4 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. A 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).
A System Requirements Windows • Photos: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, or Core series, 1.6 GHz or better • Movies (playback): Pentium D 3.0 GHz or better; Intel Core i5 or better recommended when viewing movies with CPU a frame size of 1280 × 720 or more at a frame rate of 30 fps or above or movies with a frame size of 1920 × 1080 or more • Movies (editing): Intel Core i5 or better Pre-installed versions of Windows 8.1, Windows 7, and OS * Windows Vista • 32-bit Windows 8.
CPU Mac • Photos: Intel Core or Xeon series • Movies (playback): Core Duo 2 GHz or better; Intel Core i5 or better recommended when viewing movies with a frame size of 1280 × 720 or more at a frame rate of 30 fps or above or movies with a frame size of 1920 × 1080 or more • Movies (editing): Intel Core i5 or better OS X 10.9, 10.8, or 10.
Using ViewNX 2 Copy Pictures to the Computer Before proceeding, be sure you have installed the software on the supplied ViewNX 2 CD (0 253). 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.
A The USB Cable Clip To prevent cable from being disconnected, attach the supplied clip as shown. D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard. 2 Start Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX 2. If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. A Windows 7 If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program.
A Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 may display an AutoPlay prompt when the camera is connected. Tap or click the dialog and then tap or click Import File/Nikon Transfer 2 to select Nikon Transfer 2. 3 Click Start Transfer. At default settings, pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Start Transfer 4 Terminate the connection. When transfer is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
A Starting ViewNX 2 Manually • Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desktop. • Mac: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in the Dock. A For More Information Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2. A Capture NX-D Use Nikon’s Capture NX-D software to retouch photos or to change settings for NEF (RAW) pictures and save them in other formats. Capture NX-D also offers an Image Dust Off feature that removes image artifacts caused by dust inside the camera.
Ethernet and Wireless Networks The optional UT-1 communication unit (0 437) can be used to upload photographs to a computer or ftp server. The camera connects to the UT-1 using the USB cable supplied with the camera, while the UT-1 in turn connects to the network via an Ethernet cable or an optional WT-5 wireless transmitter (0 437).
D During Transfer Movies can not be recorded or played back when the UT-1 is connected and there are either images remaining to be sent or images currently being transferred via an Ethernet or wireless network. A Movies Movies can be uploaded over Ethernet and wireless networks in transfer mode. Note, however, that movies can not be uploaded using the Auto send or Send folder features in the Options menu. D HTTP Server Mode The camera can not be used to record or view movies in HTTP server mode.
Printing Photographs Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 485) connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied USB cable. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. When the camera and printer are turned on, a welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display. D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the printer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub.
Printing Pictures One at a Time 1 Display the desired picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press the X button to zoom in on the current frame (press the center of the multi selector to exit zoom). To view thumbnails, press the center of the multi selector. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or press the center of the multi selector again to display the highlighted picture full frame.
2 Adjust printing options. Press J to display the following items, then press 1 or 3 to highlight an item and press 2 to view options (only options supported by the current printer are listed; to use the default option, select Printer default). After selecting an option, press J to return to the printer settings menu. Option Page size Description Choose a page size. This option is listed only when pictures are printed one No. of copies at a time. Press 1 or 3 to choose number of copies (maximum 99).
Printing Multiple Pictures 1 Display the PictBridge menu. Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display. 2 Choose an option. Highlight one of the following options and press 2. • Print select: Select pictures for printing.
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 (0 485). 1 Choose DPOF print order > Select/set. Select DPOF print order in the playback menu, then highlight Select/set and press 2 (to remove all photographs from the print order, select Deselect all). 2 Select pictures.
3 Select imprint options. Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off. • 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. 4 Complete the print order. Press J to complete the print order.
Viewing Photographs on TV The optional High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (0 440) or a type C HDMI cable (available separately from thirdparty suppliers) can be used to connect the camera to highdefinition video devices. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable. Connect to high-definition device (choose cable with connector for HDMI device) Connect to camera Tune the device to the HDMI channel, then turn the camera on and press the K button.
HDMI Options The HDMI option in the setup menu (0 365) controls output resolution and other advanced HDMI options. ❚❚ Output Resolution Choose the format for images output to the HDMI device. If Auto is selected, the camera will automatically select the appropriate format. ❚❚ Advanced Option Description Auto is recommended in most situations.
A Television Playback Use of an AC adapter and power connector (available separately) is recommended for extended playback. If the edges of photographs are not visible in the television display, select 95% for HDMI > Advanced > Output display size (0 270). A HDMI and Live View When the camera is connected via an HDMI cable, HDMI displays can be used for live view photography and movie live view (0 48, 59).
Menu Guide Defaults The default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button reset, see page 206.
Option Image area (0 74) Choose image area (0 75) Auto DX crop (0 75) White balance (0 148) Fine-tuning (0 151) Choose color temp.
Option Interval timer shooting (0 216) Start options (0 217) Interval (0 217) No. of intervals×shots/interval (0 218) Exposure smoothing (0 218) Time-lapse photography (0 223) Interval (0 224) Shooting time (0 224) Exposure smoothing (0 224) Movie settings (0 62) Frame size/frame rate (0 62) Movie quality (0 62) Microphone sensitivity (0 62) Frequency response (0 63) Wind noise reduction (0 63) Destination (0 63) Default Off Now 1 min.
❚❚ Custom Settings Menu Defaults * a1 a2 a3 a4 a5 a6 a7 a8 a9 a10 a12 b1 b2 b3 b4 b5 b6 b7 Option AF-C priority selection (0 306) AF-S priority selection (0 307) Focus tracking with lock-on (0 308) AF activation (0 308) Focus point illumination (0 309) Manual focus mode Dynamic-area AF display Group-area AF illumination AF point illumination (0 310) Focus point wrap-around (0 310) Number of focus points (0 311) Store by orientation (0 312) Built-in AF-assist illuminator (0 313) Autofocus mode restrictions
Option c1 Shutter-release button AE-L (0 319) c2 Standby timer (0 319) c3 Self-timer (0 319) Self-timer delay Number of shots Interval between shots c4 Monitor off delay (0 320) Playback Menus Information display Image review Live view d1 Beep (0 321) Volume Pitch d2 CL mode shooting speed (0 321) d3 Max.
Option e1 Flash sync speed (0 329) e2 Flash shutter speed (0 331) e3 Flash cntrl for built-in flash/Optional flash (0 331, 333) e4 Exposure comp.
Option f9 Customize command dials (0 351) Reverse rotation (0 351) Change main/sub (0 351) Default Exposure compensation: U Shutter speed/aperture: U Exposure setting: Off Autofocus setting: Off Sub-command dial Off 10 frames No Enable release Aperture setting (0 352) Menus and playback (0 352) Sub-dial frame advance (0 352) f10 Release button to use dial (0 353) f11 Slot empty release lock (0 354) f12 Reverse indicators (0 354) f13 Assign movie record button (0 355) Press + command dials None f14 Live vi
❚❚ Setup Menu Defaults Option Monitor brightness (0 367) Monitor color balance (0 368) Clean image sensor (0 445) Clean at startup/shutdown (0 446) Flicker reduction (0 371) Time zone and date (0 372) Daylight saving time (0 372) Auto image rotation (0 373) HDMI (0 269) Output resolution (0 270) Advanced (0 270) Output range Output display size Live view on-screen display Dual monitor Location data (0 234) Standby timer Set clock from satellite Eye-Fi upload (0 382) Default 0 A-B: 0, G-M: 0 Clean at startu
D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press G and select the K (playback menu) tab. G button Playback Menu Options The playback menu contains the following options: Option Delete Playback folder Hide image Playback display options Copy image(s) 0 252 281 281 282 283 Option Image review After delete Rotate tall Slide show DPOF print order A See Also Menu defaults are listed on page 272.
Playback Folder G button ➜ D playback menu Choose a folder for playback (0 235). Option ND810 All Current Description Pictures in all folders created with the D810 will be visible during playback. Pictures in all folders will be visible during playback. Only pictures in the current folder will be visible during playback. Hide Image G button ➜ D playback menu Hide or reveal selected pictures as described below.
2 Select pictures. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button; to view images in other locations, press W and select the desired card and folder as described on page 237) and press the center of the multi selector to select the current picture. Selected pictures are marked by a R icon; to deselect a picture, highlight it and press the center of the multi selector again.
Copy Image(s) G button ➜ D playback menu Copy pictures from one memory card to another. This option is only available when two memory cards are inserted in the camera. Option Select source Select image(s) Select destination folder Copy image(s)? Description Choose card from which pictures will be copied. Select pictures to be copied. Select destination folder on remaining card. Copy selected pictures to specified destination. 1 Choose Select source. Highlight Select source and press 2.
4 Select the source folder. Highlight the folder containing the images to be copied and press 2. 5 Make the initial selection. Before going on select or deselect individual images, you can mark all or all protected images in the folder for copying by choosing Select all images or Select protected images. To mark only individually selected images for copying, choose Deselect all before proceeding. 6 Select additional images.
7 Choose Select destination folder. Highlight Select destination folder and press 2. 8 Select a destination folder. To enter a folder number, choose Select folder by number, enter the number (0 293), and press J. To choose from a list of existing folders, choose Select folder from list, highlight a folder, and press J.
9 Copy the images. Highlight Copy image(s)? and press J. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. Press J again to exit when copying is complete. D Copying Images Images will not be copied if there is insufficient space on the destination card. Be sure the battery is fully charged before copying movies. If the destination folder contains an image with the same name as one of the images to be copied, a confirmation dialog will be displayed.
Image Review G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed by pressing the K button. After Delete G button ➜ D playback menu Choose the picture displayed after an image is deleted. Option S T U Description Display following picture. If deleted picture was last Show next frame, previous picture will be displayed. Show Display previous picture.
Rotate Tall G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether to rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display during playback. Note that because the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review. Option On Off Description “Tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures are automatically rotated for display in the camera monitor.
To Press Description Skip back/skip ahead Press 4 to return to previous frame, 2 to skip to next frame. View additional photo info Change or hide photo info displayed (still images only; 0 238). Pause Exit to playback menu Exit to playback mode Exit to shooting mode G Pause slide show. Select Restart to resume. End slide show and return to playback menu. K End slide show and exit to playback mode. J Press shutter-release button halfway to return to shooting mode.
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.
Shooting Menu Bank G button ➜ C shooting menu Shooting menu options are stored in one of four banks. With the exceptions of Extended menu banks, Multiple exposure, Interval timer shooting, Time-lapse photography, and modifications to Picture Controls (quick adjust and other manual adjustments), changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera to these settings.
❚❚ Restoring Default Settings To restore default settings, highlight a bank in the Shooting menu bank menu and press O (Q). A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J to restore default settings for the selected bank. See page 272 for a list O (Q) button of default settings.
Storage Folder G button ➜ C shooting menu Select the folder in which subsequent images will be stored. ❚❚ Select Folder by Number 1 Choose Select folder by number. Highlight Select folder by number and press 2. The dialog shown at right will be displayed, with the current primary slot (0 86) underlined. 2 Choose a folder number. Press 4 or 2 to highlight a digit, press 1 or 3 to change.
❚❚ Select Folder from List 1 Choose Select folder from list. Highlight Select folder from list and press 2. 2 Highlight a folder. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a folder. 3 Select the highlighted folder. Press J to select the highlighted folder and return to the shooting menu. Subsequent photographs will be stored in the selected folder.
File Naming G button ➜ C shooting menu Photographs are saved using file names consisting of “DSC_” or, in the case of images that use the Adobe RGB color space (0 296), “_DSC”, followed by a four-digit number and a threeletter extension (e.g., “DSC_0001.JPG”). The File naming option is used to select three letters to replace the “DSC” portion of the file name. For information on editing file names, see page 178. A Extensions The following extensions are used: “.NEF” for NEF (RAW) images, “.
Color Space G button ➜ C shooting menu The color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. sRGB is recommended for movies and for photographs taken for general-purpose printing and display, while Adobe RGB, with its broader gamut of colors, is recommended for photographs taken for professional publication and commercial printing. A Adobe RGB For accurate color reproduction, Adobe RGB images require applications, displays, and printers that support color management.
Vignette Control G button ➜ C shooting menu “Vignetting” is a drop in brightness at the edges of a photograph. Vignette control reduces vignetting for type G, E, and D lenses (PC lenses excluded). Its effects vary from lens to lens and are most noticeable at maximum aperture. Choose from High, Normal, Low, and Off.
Auto Distortion Control G button ➜ C shooting menu Select On to reduce barrel distortion when shooting with wideangle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion when shooting 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).
Long Exposure NR (Long Exposure Noise Reduction) G button ➜ C shooting menu If On is selected, photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s will be processed to reduce noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, or fog).
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.
Custom Settings The following Custom Settings are available: a a1 a2 a3 a4 a5 a6 a7 a8 a9 a10 a11 a12 b b1 b2 b3 b4 b5 b6 b7 c c1 c2 c3 c4 Custom Setting Custom settings bank Autofocus AF-C priority selection AF-S priority selection Focus tracking with lock-on AF activation Focus point illumination AF point illumination Focus point wrap-around Number of focus points Store by orientation Built-in AF-assist illuminator Limit AF-area mode selection Autofocus mode restrictions Metering/exposure ISO sensitivit
d d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 d7 d8 d9 d10 d11 d12 d13 e e1 e2 e3 e4 e5 e6 e7 e8 302 Custom Setting Shooting/display Beep CL mode shooting speed Max. continuous release Exposure delay mode Electronic front-curtain shutter File number sequence Viewfinder grid display ISO display and adjustment Screen tips Information display LCD illumination MB-D12 battery type Battery order Bracketing/flash Flash sync speed Flash shutter speed Flash cntrl for built-in flash Exposure comp.
f f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 f13 f14 f15 f16 f17 g g1 g2 g3 g4 Custom Setting Controls D switch Multi selector center button Multi selector Assign Fn button Assign preview button Assign AE-L/AF-L button Shutter spd & aperture lock Assign BKT button Customize command dials Release button to use dial Slot empty release lock Reverse indicators Assign movie record button Live view button options Assign MB-D12 AF-ON Assign remote (WR) Fn button Lens focus function buttons Movie Assign Fn button Assi
Custom Settings Bank G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Custom Settings are stored in one of four banks. Changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera to these settings. The new settings will be stored in the bank even when the camera is turned off, and will be restored the next time the bank is selected.
A Custom Settings Bank The information display shows the current Custom Settings bank. A See Also Menu defaults are listed on page 275. If settings in the current bank have been modified from default values, an asterisk will be displayed adjacent to the altered settings in the second level of the Custom Settings menu.
a: Autofocus a1: AF-C Priority Selection G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu When AF-C is selected for viewfinder photography (0 87), 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 E F Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release Release button is pressed. Photos can be taken even when the camera is not in Release + focus.
a2: AF-S Priority Selection G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu When AF-S is selected for viewfinder photography (0 87), this option controls whether photographs can be taken only when the camera is in focus (focus priority) or whenever the shutterrelease button is pressed (release priority). Option G Release F Focus Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed. Photos can only be taken when the in-focus indicator (I) is displayed.
a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject when AF-C (0 87) is selected during viewfinder photography. C ( D ) E Option 5 (Long) Description When the distance to the subject changes abruptly, the camera waits for the specified period before adjusting 4 the distance to the subject.
a5: Focus Point Illumination G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose from the following focus point display options. Option Description Choose On to display the active focus point in manual Manual focus focus mode, Off to display the focus point only during mode focus point selection. Choose On to display both the selected focus point and the surrounding focus points in dynamic-area AF mode Dynamic-area (0 90).
a6: AF Point Illumination G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the active focus point is highlighted in red in the viewfinder. Option Auto On Off Description The selected focus point is automatically highlighted as needed to establish contrast with the background. The selected focus point is always highlighted, regardless of the brightness of the background. Depending on the brightness of the background, the selected focus point may be difficult to see.
a8: Number of Focus Points G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the number of focus points available for manual focuspoint selection. Option Description Choose from the 51 focus B 51 points points shown at right. Choose from the 11 focus A 11 points points shown at right. Use for quick focus-point selection.
a9: Store by Orientation G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose whether separate focus points can be selected for “wide” (landscape) orientation, for “tall” (portrait) orientation with the camera rotated 90 ° clockwise, and for “tall” orientation with the camera rotated 90 ° counterclockwise. Select Off to use the same focus point and AF-area mode regardless of camera orientation.
a10: 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 Description The AF-assist illuminator lights when lighting is poor (viewfinder photography only). AF-assist illumination is only available when both of the following conditions are met: 1 AF-S is selected for autofocus mode (0 87).
a11: Limit AF-Area Mode Selection G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the AF-area modes that can be selected using the AF-mode button and sub-command dial in viewfinder photography (live view is unaffected; 0 90). Highlight the desired modes and press 2 to select or deselect. Press J to save changes when settings are complete. a12: Autofocus Mode Restrictions G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the autofocus modes available in viewfinder photography (0 87).
b: Metering/Exposure b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Select the increments used when making adjustments to ISO sensitivity (0 109). If possible, the current ISO sensitivity setting is maintained when the step value is changed. If the current ISO sensitivity setting is not available at the new step value, ISO sensitivity will be rounded to the nearest available setting.
b4: Easy Exposure Compensation G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option controls whether the E button is needed to set exposure compensation (0 130). If On (Auto reset) or On is selected, the 0 at the center of the exposure display will flash even when exposure compensation is set to ±0. Option Description Exposure compensation is set by rotating one of the command dials (see note below).
A Show ISO/Easy ISO Custom Setting b4 (Easy exposure compensation) can not be used with Custom Setting d8 (ISO display and adjustment) > Show ISO/ Easy ISO (0 325). Adjustments to either of these items reset the remaining item; a message is displayed when the item is reset. b5: Matrix Metering G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose U Face detection on to enable face detection when shooting portraits with matrix metering during viewfinder photography (0 114).
b7: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Use this option to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera. Exposure can be fine-tuned separately for each metering method by from +1 to –1 EV in steps of 1/6 EV. D Fine-Tuning Exposure Exposure can be fine-tuned separately for each Custom Settings bank and is not affected by two-button resets.
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. c2: Standby Timer G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed. The shutter-speed and aperture displays in the control panel and viewfinder turn off automatically when the standby timer expires. Choose a shorter standby timer delay for longer battery life.
c4: Monitor off Delay G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose how long the monitor remains on when no operations are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image review; defaults to 4 s), when menus (Menus; defaults to 1 minute) or information (Information display; defaults to 10 s) are displayed, or during live view and movie recording (Live view; defaults to 10 minutes). Choose a shorter monitor-off delay for longer battery life.
d: Shooting/Display d1: Beep G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the pitch and volume of the beep that sounds when the camera focuses using single-servo AF (AF-S; 0 87), when focus locks during live view photography, while the release timer is counting down in self-timer mode (0 106) when the shutterrelease button is pressed a second time to take a picture in mirror-up mode (0 108), when time-lapse photography ends (0 223), or if you attempt to take a photograph when the memory card is locked (0 22).
d3: Max. Continuous Release G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst in continuous mode can be set to any value between 1 and 100. Note that this setting has no effect at shutter speeds of 4 s or slower. A The Memory Buffer Regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting d3, shooting will slow when the memory buffer fills (tAA). See page 489 for more information on the capacity of the memory buffer.
d5: Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Select Enable to enable the electronic front-curtain shutter in V mode, eliminating blur caused by shutter motion. A mechanical shutter is used in other release modes. A The Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter A type G, D, or E lens is recommended; select Disable if you notice lines or fog when shooting with other lenses. The fastest shutter speed available with the electronic front-curtain shutter is 1/2000 s.
d6: File Number Sequence G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu When a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding one to the last file number used. This option controls whether file numbering continues from the last number used when a new folder is created, the memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted in the camera.
d7: 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 6). d8: ISO Display and Adjustment G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If Show ISO sensitivity or Show ISO/Easy ISO is selected, the control panel will show ISO sensitivity in place of the number of exposures remaining.
d10: Information Display G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If Auto (AUTO) is selected, the color of the lettering in the information display (0 201) will automatically change from black to white or white to black to maintain contrast with the background. To always use the same color lettering, select Manual and choose Dark on light (B; black lettering) or Light on dark (W; white lettering). Monitor brightness will automatically be adjusted for maximum contrast with the selected text color.
d12: MB-D12 Battery Type G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu To ensure that the camera functions as expected when the optional MB-D12 battery pack is used with AA batteries, match the option selected in this menu to the type of batteries inserted in the battery pack. There is no need to adjust this option when using EN-EL15 or optional EN-EL18a/EN-EL18 batteries. Option 1 LR6 (AA alkaline) 2 HR6 (AA Ni-MH) 3 FR6 (AA lithium) Description Select when using LR6 alkaline AA batteries.
d13: Battery Order G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-D12 battery pack is attached. Note that if the MB-D12 is powered by an optional AC adapter and power connector, the AC adapter will be used regardless of the option selected. A s icon is displayed in the camera control panel when the batteries in the MB-D12 are in use.
e: Bracketing/Flash e1: Flash Sync Speed G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option controls flash sync speed. Option Description Auto FP high-speed sync is used when a compatible flash unit is attached (0 430). If the built-in flash or other flash units are used, shutter speed is set to 1/320 s. 1/320 s When the camera shows a shutter speed of 1/320 s in (Auto FP) exposure mode e or g, auto FP high-speed sync will be activated if the actual shutter speed is faster than 1/320 s.
❚❚ Auto FP High-Speed Sync When 1/320 s (Auto FP) or 1/250 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 329), the built-in flash can be used at shutter speeds as fast as 1/320 s or 1/250 s, while compatible optional flash units (0 430) can be used at any shutter speed (Auto FP High-Speed Sync).
e2: Flash Shutter Speed G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option determines the slowest shutter speed available when using front- or rear-curtain sync or red-eye reduction in programmed auto or aperture-priority auto exposure modes (regardless of the setting chosen, shutter speeds can be as slow as 30 s in shutter-priority auto and manual exposure modes or at flash settings of slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, or red-eye reduction with slow sync).
❚❚ Manual Choose a flash level. Flash level is stated in fractions of full power: at full power, the built-in flash has a Guide Number of 12/39 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F). ❚❚ Repeating Flash The flash fires repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a strobe-light effect. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the following options, 1 or 3 to change. Option Output Times Frequency Description Choose flash output (expressed as a fraction of full power).
A The SB-400 and SB-300 When an optional SB-400 or SB-300 flash unit is attached and turned on, Custom Setting e3 changes to Optional flash, allowing the flash control mode for the optional flash unit to be selected from TTL and Manual. A “Times“ The options available for Repeating Flash > Times are determined by flash output.
❚❚ Commander Mode Use the built-in flash as a master flash controlling one or more remote optional flash units in up to two groups (A and B) using advanced wireless lighting (0 430). Selecting this option displays the menu shown at right. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the following options, 1 or 3 to change. Option Built-in flash Description Choose a flash mode for the built-in flash (commander flash). i-TTL mode. Choose flash compensation from values between +3.0 and –3.0 EV in increments of 1/3 EV.
Follow the steps below to take photographs in commander mode. 1 Adjust settings for the built-in flash. Choose the flash control mode and output level for the built-in flash. Note that output level can not be adjusted in – – mode. 2 Adjust settings for group A. Choose the flash control mode and output level for the flash units in group A. 3 Adjust settings for group B. Choose the flash control mode and output level for the flash units in group B. 4 Select the channel. 5 Press J.
6 Compose the shot. Compose the shot and arrange the flash units as shown below. Note that the maximum distance at which the remote flash units can be placed may vary with shooting conditions. 60 ° or less 10 m/33 ft or less 30 ° or less 5 m/15 ft or less Camera (built-in flash) 30 ° or less 5 m/15 ft or less 60 ° or less Wireless remote sensors on flash units should face camera. 7 Configure the remote flash units.
9 Frame the photograph, focus, and shoot. After confirming that the camera flash-ready light and the flash-ready lights for all other flash units are lit, frame the photograph, focus, and shoot. FV lock (0 198) can be used if desired. A The Flash Sync Mode Display M does not appear in the control panel flash sync mode display when – – is selected for Built-in flash > Mode.
e4: Exposure Comp. for Flash G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose how the camera adjusts flash level when exposure compensation is used. Option YE E Description Both flash level and exposure compensation are Entire frame adjusted to modify exposure over the entire frame. Exposure compensation applies to background Background only only.
e7: Auto Bracketing (Mode M) G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option determines which settings are affected when AE & flash or AE only is selected for Custom Setting e6 in manual exposure mode. Option F Flash/speed Flash/speed/ G aperture H Flash/aperture I Flash only Description Camera varies shutter speed (Custom Setting e6 set to AE only) or shutter speed and flash level (Custom Setting e6 set to AE & flash).
e8: Bracketing Order G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu At the default setting of MTR > under > over (H), exposure, flash, and white balance bracketing are performed in the order described on pages 135 and 140. If Under > MTR > over (I) is selected, shooting will proceed in order from the lowest to the highest value. This setting has no effect on ADL bracketing.
f: Controls f1: D Switch G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose what happens when the power switch is rotated to D. Option Description D LCD backlight (D) Control panel backlight illuminates for 6 s. D and information Control panel backlight illuminates and shooting information is displayed in monitor.
❚❚ Shooting Mode J Option Select center focus point Preset focus v point Highlight active K focus point None Role assigned to center of multi selector Select the center focus point. Pressing the center of the multi selector selects a preset focus point. To choose the point, select it and press the center of the multi selector while pressing the AF-mode button until the focus point flashes.
❚❚ Live View J Option Select center focus point p Zoom on/off None Role assigned to center of multi selector Pressing the center of the multi selector in live view selects the center focus point. Press the center of the multi selector to toggle zoom on and off. Choose the initial zoom setting from Low magnification (50%), 1 : 1 (100%), and High magnification (200%). The zoom display will center on the active focus point. Pressing the center of the multi selector has no effect in live view.
❚❚ Press Selecting Press displays the following options: Option q r B C D E Description During viewfinder photography, you can preview depth of field while the Fn button is pressed (0 117). During live view photography, you can press the button once to open the lens to Preview maximum aperture, making it easier to check focus; pressing the button again restores aperture to its original value (0 41).
Option 1 4 L M N 4 Description If the Fn button is pressed while exposure, flash, or ADL bracketing is active in single frame or quiet shutter-release mode, all shots in the current bracketing program will be taken each time the Bracketing burst shutter-release button is pressed. If white balance bracketing is active or continuous release mode (mode U, T or M) is selected, the camera will repeat the bracketing burst while the shutterrelease button is held down.
w ! x y % 3 K Option Viewfinder grid display Viewfinder virtual horizon Description Press the Fn button to turn the framing grid display in the viewfinder on or off (0 6). Press the Fn button to view a virtual horizon display in the viewfinder (0 347). Keep the Fn button pressed to take photographs Disable with the master camera only when using a synchronized wireless remote controller for remote release synchronized release.
A Virtual Horizon When Viewfinder virtual horizon is selected for f4 (Assign Fn button) > Press, pressing the Fn button displays a pitch and roll indicators in the viewfinder. Press the button a second time to return to clear the indicators from display. Roll Camera tilted right Pitch Camera tilted forward Camera level Camera tilted left Camera level Camera tilted back Note that the display may not be accurate when the camera is tilted at a sharp angle forward or back.
❚❚ Press + Command Dials Selecting Press + command dials displays the following options: Option Choose image i area $ v w y & 348 Description Press the Fn button and rotate a command dial to choose from preselected image areas (0 74). Selecting Choose image area displays a list of image areas; highlight options and press 2 to select or deselect, then press J.
f5: Assign Preview Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the Pv button, either by itself (Press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Press + command dials). The options available are the same as for Assign Fn button (0 343). The default options for Press and Press + command dials are Preview and None, respectively.
f7: Shutter Spd & Aperture Lock G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Selecting On for Shutter speed lock locks shutter speed at the value currently selected in mode f or h. Selecting On for Aperture lock locks aperture at the value currently selected in mode g or h. Shutter speed and aperture lock are not available in mode e. f8: Assign BKT Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the D button.
f9: Customize Command Dials G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu This option controls the operation of the main and subcommand dials. Option Description Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dials when they are used to make adjustments to Exposure compensation and/ Reverse or Shutter speed/aperture. rotation Highlight options and press 2 to select or deselect, then press J. This setting also applies to the command dials for optional MB-D12 multi-power battery packs.
Option Description If Sub-command dial is selected, aperture can only be adjusted with the sub-command dial (or with the main command dial if On is selected for Change main/sub > Exposure setting). If Aperture ring is selected, aperture Aperture can only be adjusted with the lens aperture ring and the setting camera aperture display will show aperture in increments of 1 EV (aperture for type G and E lenses is still set using the sub-command dial).
f10: Release Button to Use Dial G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Selecting Yes allows adjustments that are normally made by holding a button and rotating a command dial to be made by rotating the command dial after the button is released. Setting ends when the button is pressed again, the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, or the standby timer expires.
f11: Slot Empty Release Lock G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Selecting Enable release allows the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted, although no pictures will be recorded (they will however be displayed in the monitor in demo mode). If Release locked is selected, the shutter-release button is only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera.
f13: Assign Movie Record Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the movierecord button during viewfinder photography and live view photography. Movie-record button ❚❚ Press + Command Dials m 9 i $ Option White balance ISO sensitivity Description Press the button and rotate a command dial to choose a white balance option (0 148). Press the button and rotate a command dial to choose an ISO sensitivity (0 109).
f14: Live View Button Options G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Select Disable to disable the a button, preventing live view from starting accidentally. f15: Assign MB-D12 AF-ON G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the function assigned to the B button on the optional MB-D12 battery pack. Option A F B C D 356 Description Pressing the MB-D12 B button initiates AF-ON autofocus. Focus locks while the MB-D12 B button is AF lock only pressed.
Option E r G Description Exposure locks when the MB-D12 B button is AE lock (Hold) pressed, and remains locked until the button is pressed a second time or the standby timer expires. Press the MB-D12 B button to lock flash value FV lock (built-in flash and compatible optional flash units only, 0 198, 430). Press again to cancel FV lock. Same as Fn The MB-D12 B button performs the function button selected for Custom Setting f4 (0 343).
Option Description Exposure locks while the Fn button is pressed. Exposure locks when the Fn button is pressed, and AE lock (Reset remains locked until the button is pressed a second on release) time, the shutter is released, or the standby timer expires. AF lock only Focus locks while the Fn button is pressed. C AE lock only D F A AF-ON z 4 a Pressing the Fn button initiates autofocus. If the flash is currently off, front-curtain sync will be IDisable/ selected while the Fn button is pressed.
f17: Lens Focus Function Buttons G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the focus function buttons on the lens. The buttons can be used for the assigned function only when AF-L is selected with the focus function selector. Focus function buttons Focus function selector Option Description Focus locks while a focus function button is pressed. Focus and exposure lock while a focus function AE/AF lock button is pressed.
Option z x y 360 Description If the flash is currently off, front-curtain sync will be IDisable/ selected while a focus function button is pressed. If enable the flash is currently enabled, it will instead be disabled while a focus function button is pressed. Keep any of the focus function buttons pressed to Disable take photographs with the master camera only synchronized when using a wireless remote controller for remote release synchronized release.
g: Movie g1: Assign Fn Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the Fn button during movie live view. ❚❚ Press Option t r s Description Aperture widens while the button is pressed. Use Power aperture in combination with Custom Setting g2 (Assign preview button) > Power aperture (close) for (open) button-controlled aperture adjustment (0 362). Press the button during movie recording to add an Index marking index at the current position (0 54).
g2: Assign Preview Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the Pv button during movie live view. ❚❚ Press Option q r s 362 Description Aperture narrows while the button is pressed. Use Power aperture in combination with Custom Setting g1 (Assign Fn button) > Power aperture (open) for button(close) controlled aperture adjustment (0 361). Press the button during movie recording to add an Index marking index at the current position (0 54).
g3: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the A AE-L/AF-L button during movie live view. ❚❚ Press Option Description Press the button during movie recording to add an r Index marking index at the current position (0 54). Indices can be used when viewing and editing movies. Press the button to display information on shutter View photo speed, aperture, and other photo settings in place s shooting info of movie recording information.
g4: Assign Shutter Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by pressing the shutter-release button when 1 is selected with the live view selector. Option C Take photos 1 Record movies 364 Description Press the shutter-release button all the way down to end movie recording and take a photograph with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (for information on image size, see page 60). Press the shutter-release button halfway to start movie live view.
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 used or formatted in other devices. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card. Before formatting, be sure to make backup copies as required (0 253). D During Formatting Do not turn the camera off or remove memory cards during formatting.
Press the buttons together again a second time to format the card (to exit without formatting the card, press any other button or wait for about six seconds until C stops flashing). When formatting is complete, the control panel and viewfinder will show the number of photographs that can be recorded at current settings. A Two Memory Cards If two memory cards are inserted when the O (Q) and I (Q) buttons are pressed, the card to be formatted will be shown by a flashing icon.
Monitor Color Balance G button ➜ B setup menu Use the multi selector as shown below to adjust monitor color balance with reference to a sample image. The sample image is the last photograph taken or, in playback mode, the last photograph displayed; to choose a different image, press the W button and select an image from a thumbnail list (to view the highlighted image full frame, press and hold X; to view images in other locations, press W and select the desired card and folder as described on page 237).
Image Dust Off Ref Photo G button ➜ B setup menu Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX-D (available for download, 0 260; for more information, refer to Capture NX-D on-line help). Image Dust Off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is mounted on the camera. A non-DX lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended. When using a zoom lens, zoom all the way in. 1 Choose a start option. Highlight one of the following options and press J.
D Image Sensor Cleaning Dust off reference data recorded before image sensor cleaning is performed can not be used with photographs taken after image sensor cleaning is performed. Select Clean sensor and then start only if the dust off reference data will not be used with existing photographs. 2 Frame a featureless white object in the viewfinder.
D Image Dust Off Reference Data The same reference data can be used for photographs taken with different lenses or at different apertures. Reference images can not be viewed using computer imaging software. A grid pattern is displayed when reference images are viewed on the camera. Flicker Reduction G button ➜ B setup menu Reduce flicker and banding when shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during live view or movie recording.
Time Zone and Date G button ➜ B setup menu Change time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off (0 18). Option Description Choose a time zone. The camera clock is automatically Time zone set to the time in the new time zone. Date and time Set the camera clock. Choose the order in which the day, month, and year are Date format displayed. Turn daylight saving time on or off.
Auto Image Rotation G button ➜ B setup menu Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback (0 288) or when viewed in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or in Capture NX-D (available for download; 0 260). The following orientations are recorded: Landscape (wide) orientation Camera rotated 90 ° clockwise Camera rotated 90 ° counter-clockwise Camera orientation is not recorded when Off is selected.
Battery Info G button ➜ B setup menu View information on the battery currently inserted in the camera. Item Charge Description The current battery level expressed as a percentage. The number of times the shutter has been released with the current battery since the battery was last charged. No. of shots Note that the camera may sometimes release the shutter without recording a photograph, for example when measuring preset manual white balance.
A The MB-D12 Battery Pack The display for the MB-D12 is shown at right. In the case of EN-EL18a/EN-EL18 batteries, the display shows whether calibration is required. If AA batteries are used, the battery level will be shown by a battery level icon; other items will not be displayed. Image Comment G button ➜ B setup menu Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX-D (available for download; 0 260).
Copyright Information G button ➜ B setup menu Add copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is included in the shooting data shown in the photo information display (0 245) and can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or in Capture NX-D (available for download; 0 260). The following options are available: • Artist: Enter a photographer name as described on page 178. Photographer names can be up to 36 characters long.
Save/Load Settings G button ➜ B setup menu Select Save settings to save the following settings to the memory card, or to the memory card in the primary card slot if two memory cards are inserted (0 86; if the card is full, an error will be displayed). Use this option to share settings among D810 cameras.
Menu Shooting (all banks) Custom settings (all banks) Setup My Menu/ Recent Settings Option High ISO NR ISO sensitivity settings Movie settings All Custom Settings Clean image sensor Flicker reduction Time zone and date (excepting date and time) Language Auto image rotation Image comment Copyright information Non-CPU lens data HDMI Location data Eye-Fi upload All My Menu items All recent settings Choose tab Settings saved using this model of camera can be restored by selecting Load settings.
Virtual Horizon G button ➜ B setup menu Display roll and pitch information based on information from the camera tilt sensor. If the camera is tilted neither left nor right, the roll reference line will turn green, while if the camera is tilted neither forward nor back, the dot in the center of the display will turn green. Each division is equivalent to about 5 °.
AF Fine-Tune G button ➜ B setup menu Fine-tune focus for up to 20 lens types. AF tuning is not recommended in most situations and may interfere with normal focus; use only when required. Option Description AF fine-tune • On: Turn AF tuning on. (On/Off) • Off: Turn AF tuning off. Tune AF for the current lens Move focal point (CPU lenses only). Press 1 away from or 3 to choose a value camera. between +20 and –20. Saved value Values for up to 20 lens types can be stored.
Option List saved values Description List previously saved AF tuning values. To delete a lens from the list, highlight the desired lens and press O (Q). To change a lens identifier (for example, to choose an identifier that is the same as the last two digits of the lens serial number to distinguish it from other lenses of the same type in light of the fact that Saved value can be used with only one lens of each type), highlight the desired lens and press 2.
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. D Eye-Fi Cards Eye-Fi cards may emit wireless signals when Disable is selected.
When an Eye-Fi card is inserted, its status is indicated by an icon in the information display: • d: Eye-Fi upload disabled. • e: Eye-Fi upload enabled but no pictures available for upload. • f (static): Eye-Fi upload enabled; waiting to begin upload. • f (animated): Eye-Fi upload enabled; uploading data. • g: Error — camera can not control Eye-Fi card.
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies To display the retouch menu, press G and select the N (retouch menu) tab. G button Retouch Menu Options The options in the retouch menu are used to create trimmed, or retouched copies of existing pictures. The retouch menu is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs other than small NEF (RAW) images is inserted in the camera.
Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: 1 Select an item in the retouch menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an item, 2 to select. 2 Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J. To view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button. To view images in other locations, press W and select the desired card and folder as described on page 237. A Retouch In the case of images recorded at image quality settings of NEF + JPEG, only the NEF (RAW) image will be retouched.
3 Select retouch options. For more information, see the section for the selected item. To exit without creating a retouched copy, press G. A Monitor off Delay The monitor will turn off and the operation will be cancelled if no actions are performed for a brief period. Any unsaved changes will be lost. To increase the time the monitor remains on, choose a longer menu display time for Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay, 0 320). 4 Create a retouched copy. Press J to create a retouched copy.
D Small NEF (RAW) + JPEG Images If the JPEG copies of small NEF (RAW) images taken at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) + JPEG are recorded to the same memory card (0 86), neither the NEF (RAW) images nor the JPEG copies can be edited.
D-Lighting G button ➜ N retouch menu D-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to save the retouched copy.
Red-Eye Correction G button ➜ N retouch menu This option is used to correct “red-eye” caused by the flash and is available only with photographs taken using a flash. The photograph selected for red-eye correction can be previewed in the edit display. Confirm the effects of red-eye correction and create a copy as described in the following table.
Trim G button ➜ N retouch menu 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 Reduce size of crop Increase size of crop Description W Press W to reduce the size of the crop. X Press X to increase the size of the crop. Change crop aspect ratio Rotate the main command dial to choose the aspect ratio. Position crop Use multi selector to position the crop.
A Trim: Image Quality and Size Copies created from NEF (RAW), NEF (RAW) + JPEG, or TIFF (RGB) photos have an image quality (0 79) of JPEG fine; cropped copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the original. The size of the copy varies with crop size and aspect ratio and appears at upper left in the crop display. A Viewing Cropped Copies Playback zoom may not be available when cropped copies are displayed.
Monochrome G button ➜ N retouch menu Copy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome). Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the selected image; press 1 to increase color saturation, 3 to decrease. Press J to create a monochrome copy.
Filter Effects G button ➜ N retouch menu Choose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to save the retouched copy. Option Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making the picture less blue. Skylight The effect can be previewed in the monitor as shown at right. Creates a copy with warm tone filter effects, giving the copy a Warm filter “warm” red cast. The effect can be previewed in the monitor.
Option Description Add a soft filter effect. Press 4 or 2 to choose the filter strength. Soft Color Balance G button ➜ N retouch menu Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed in the monitor together with red, green, and blue histograms (0 241) giving the distribution of tones in the copy. Press J to save the retouched copy.
A Zoom To zoom in on the image displayed in the monitor, press X. The histogram will be updated to show data only for the portion of the image displayed in the monitor. While the image is zoomed in, press L (Z/Q) to toggle back and forth between color balance and zoom. When zoom is selected, you can zoom in and out with the X and W buttons and scroll the image with the multi selector.
1 Select Image overlay. Highlight Image overlay in the retouch menu and press 2. The dialog shown at right will be displayed, with Image 1 highlighted; press J to display a picture selection dialog listing only large NEF (RAW) images created with this camera (small NEF/RAW images can not be selected). 2 Select the first image. Use the multi selector to highlight the first photograph in the overlay. To view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button.
4 Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select the 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. Press 4 or 2 to place the cursor in the Preview column and press 1 or 3 to highlight Overlay.
D Image Overlay Only NEF (RAW) photographs with the same image area and bit depth can be combined. The overlay has the same photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter speed, aperture, exposure mode, exposure compensation, focal length, and image orientation) and values for white balance and Picture Control as the photograph selected for Image 1. The current image comment is appended to the overlay when it is saved; copyright information, however, is not copied.
NEF (RAW) Processing G button ➜ N retouch menu 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 large NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. Small NEF/ RAW images can not be selected; to create JPEG copies of small NEF (RAW) images, use the supplied ViewNX 2 software (0 253) or Capture NX-D (available for download; 0 260). 2 Select a photograph.
3 Choose settings for the JPEG copy. Adjust the settings listed below. Note that white balance and vignette control are not available with multiple exposures or pictures created with image overlay and that exposure compensation can only be set to values between –2 and +2 EV. Image quality (0 79) Image size (0 83) White balance (0 148) Exposure compensation (0 130) Set Picture Control (0 170) High ISO NR (0 299) Color space (0 296) Vignette control (0 297) D-Lighting (0 388) 4 Copy the photograph.
Resize G button ➜ N retouch menu Create small copies of selected photographs. 1 Select Resize. To resize selected images, highlight Resize in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Choose a destination. If two memory cards are inserted, you can choose a destination for the resized copies by highlighting Choose destination and pressing 2 (if only one memory card is inserted, proceed to Step 3). The menu shown at right will be displayed; highlight a card slot and press J.
3 Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press 2. The options shown at right will be displayed; highlight an option and press J. 4 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. Highlight pictures and press the center of the multi selector to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button; to view pictures in other locations as described on page 237, press W). Selected pictures are marked by a 8 icon. Press J when the selection is complete.
5 Save the resized copies. A confirmation dialog will be displayed. Highlight Yes and press J to save the resized copies. A Viewing Resized Copies Playback zoom may not be available when resized copies are displayed. A Image Quality Copies created from NEF (RAW), NEF (RAW) + JPEG, or TIFF (RGB) photos have an image quality (0 79) of JPEG fine; copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the original.
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. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to save the retouched copy. 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.
Distortion Control G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies with reduced peripheral distortion. Select Auto to let the camera correct distortion automatically and then make fine adjustments using the multi selector, or select Manual to reduce distortion manually (note that Auto is not available with photos taken using auto distortion control; see page 298).
Fisheye G button ➜ N retouch menu 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. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to save the retouched copy. Color Outline G button ➜ N retouch menu Create an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display.
Color Sketch G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy of a photograph that resembles a sketch made with colored pencils. 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. Thicker outlines makes colors more saturated. The results can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to save the retouched copy.
Perspective Control G button ➜ N retouch menu 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). The results can be previewed in the edit display. 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 W Description Press W 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.
Selective Color G button ➜ N retouch menu 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 to display a picture selection dialog. 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; to view images in other locations as described on page 237, press W).
4 Highlight the color range. Rotate the main command dial to highlight the color range for the selected color. Color range 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. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. 6 Select additional colors.
7 Save the edited copy. Press J to save the retouched copy. Side-by-Side Comparison Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the b button is pressed to display the retouch menu 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 and press b. b button 2 Select Side-by-side comparison. Highlight Side-by-side comparison and press J.
3 Compare the copy with the original. Options used to create The source image is displayed on the copy left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create the copy listed at the top of the display. Press 4 or 2 to switch between the source image and the retouched copy. To view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X Source Retouched image copy button.
O My Menu/m Recent Settings To display My Menu, press G and select the O (My Menu) tab. G button The MY MENU option can be used to create and edit a customized list of options from the playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus for quick access (up to 20 items). If desired, recent settings can be displayed in place of My Menu (0 418). Options can be added, deleted, and reordered as described below. ❚❚ Adding Options to My Menu 1 Select Add items.
3 Select an item. Highlight the desired menu item and press J. 4 Position the new item. Press 1 or 3 to move the new item up or down in My Menu. Press J to add the new item. 5 Add more items. The items currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark. Items indicated by a V icon can not be selected. Repeat steps 1–4 to select additional items.
❚❚ Deleting Options from My Menu 1 Select Remove items. In My Menu (O), 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. A Deleting Items in My Menu To delete the item currently highlighted in My Menu, press the O (Q) button.
❚❚ Reordering Options in My Menu 1 Select Rank items. In My Menu (O), 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.
Recent Settings To display the twenty most recently used settings, select m RECENT SETTINGS for O MY MENU > Choose tab. 1 Select Choose tab. In My Menu (O), highlight Choose tab and press 2. 2 Select m RECENT SETTINGS. Highlight m RECENT SETTINGS and press J. The name of the menu will change from “MY MENU” to “RECENT SETTINGS.” Menu items will be added to the top of the recent settings menu as they are used. To view My Menu again, select O MY MENU for m RECENT SETTINGS > Choose tab.
Technical Notes Read this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera. Compatible Lenses Camera setting CPU lenses 6 Lens/accessory Type G, E, or D AF NIKKOR 7 AF-S, AF-I NIKKOR PC-E NIKKOR series 9 PC Micro 85mm f/2.
Camera setting Focus mode AF M (with electronic rangefinder) 1 Exposure mode e f g h Metering system L2 M3 45 3D Color N 4 Non-CPU lenses 16 Lens/accessory AI-, AI-modified NIKKOR or Nikon — ✔ 15 — ✔ 18 — ✔ 19 ✔ 20 — Series E lenses 17 Medical-NIKKOR — ✔ — ✔ 21 — — — — 120mm f/4 Reflex-NIKKOR — — — ✔ 18 — — ✔ 20 — — ✔ 22 — — ✔ — PC-NIKKOR — ✔ 10 AI-type — ✔ 24 — ✔ 18 — ✔ 19 ✔ 20 — Teleconverter 23 PB-6 Bellows — ✔ 24 — ✔ 26 — — ✔ — Focusing Attachment 25 Auto extension rings — ✔ 18 — — ✔ — (PK-serie
12 Manual exposure mode only. 13 Can be used with AF-S and AF-I lenses only (0 423). For information on the focus points available for autofocus and electronic rangefinding, see page 423. 14 When focusing at minimum focus distance with AF 80–200mm f/2.8, AF 35–70mm f/2.8, AF 28–85mm f/3.5–4.5 , or AF 28–85mm f/3.5–4.5 lens at maximum zoom, in-focus indicator may be displayed when image on matte screen in viewfinder is not in focus. Adjust focus manually until image in viewfinder is in focus.
• PF-4 Reprocopy Outfit requires PA-4 Camera Holder. • Noise in the form of lines may appear during autofocus at high ISO sensitivities. Use manual focus or focus lock. Lines may also appear at high ISO sensitivities when aperture is adjusted during movie recording or live view photography. A Recognizing CPU and Type G, E, and D Lenses CPU lenses (particularly types G, E, and D) are recommended, but note that IX-NIKKOR lenses can not be used.
A The AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter The table below shows the focus points available for autofocus and electronic rangefinding when an AF-S/AF-I teleconverter is attached. Note that the camera may be unable to focus on dark or low-contrast subjects if the combined aperture is slower than f/5.6. Autofocus is not available when teleconverters are used with the AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED. Accessory TC-14E, TC-14E II, TC-14E III Maximum aperture of lens Focus points f/4 or faster 1 f/5.6 f/2.
A Lens f-number The f-number given in lens names is the maximum aperture of the lens.
D AF-Assist Illumination Some lenses may block the illuminator at certain focus distances. Remove lens hoods when using the illuminator. More information on lenses that can be used with the AF-assist illuminator may be found on page 494.
A Calculating Angle of View The D810 can be used with Nikon lenses for 35 mm (135) format cameras. If Auto DX crop is on (0 75) and a 35 mm format lens is attached, the angle of view will be the same as a frame of 35 mm film (35.9 × 24.0 mm); if a DX lens is attached, the angle of view will automatically be adjusted to 23.4 × 15.6 mm (DX format). To choose an angle of view different from that of the current lens, turn Auto DX crop off and select from FX (36×24), 1.2× (30×20), DX (24×16), and 5 : 4 (30×24).
A Calculating Angle of View (Continued) The DX (24×16) angle of view is about 1.5 times smaller than the 35 mm format angle of view, while the 1.2× (30×20) angle of view is about 1.2 times smaller and the 5 : 4 (30×24) angle of view is about 1.1 times smaller. To calculate the focal length of lenses in 35 mm format when DX (24×16) is selected, multiply the focal length of the lens by about 1.5, by about 1.2 when 1.2× (30×20) is selected, or by about 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. The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography.
• SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander: When mounted on a CLScompatible camera, the SU-800 can be used as a commander for remote SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-R200 flash units in up to three groups. The SU-800 itself is not equipped with a flash. A Guide Number To calculate the range of the flash at full power, divide the Guide Number by the aperture. If, for example, the flash unit has a Guide Number of 34 m or 111 ft (ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F); its range at an aperture of f/5.6 is 34÷5.
The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units: SB-700 SB-600 SU-800 SB-R200 SB-400 SB-300 Remote Master Advanced Wireless Lighting SB-910, SB-900, SB-800 Single flash 430 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 GN Distance-priority manual M Manual RPT Repeating flash Remote flash control i-TTL i-TTL [A:B] Quick wireless flash control AA Auto aperture A Non-TTL auto M Manual RPT Repeating flash i-
SB-300 SB-400 SB-R200 SU-800 SB-600 SB-700 SB-910, SB-900, SB-800 Color Information Communication z z z — — z z Auto FP High-Speed Sync 7 z z z z z — — FV lock 8 z z z z z z z AF-assist for multi-area AF z z z z9 — — — Red-eye reduction z z z — — z — Camera modeling illumination z z z z z — — Camera flash mode selection — — — — — z z Camera flash unit firmware update z 10 z — — — — z 1 Not available with spot metering. 2 Can also be selected with flash unit.
❚❚ Other Flash Units The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. Flash unit SB-80DX, SB-30, SB-27 1, SB-23, SB-29 2, SB-28DX, SB-22S, SB-22, SB-21B 2, SB-50DX SB-28, SB-26, SB-20, SB-16B, SB-29S 2 SB-25, SB-24 SB-15 ✔ — ✔ — ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ — — — Flash mode A Non-TTL auto M Manual G Repeating flash Rear-curtain ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ REAR sync 3 1 Flash mode is automatically set to TTL and shutter-release is disabled. Set flash unit to A (nonTTL auto flash).
D Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to the flash unit manual for detailed instructions. If the unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D810 is not included in the “digital SLR” category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. i-TTL flash control can be used at ISO sensitivities between 64 and 12800. At high ISO sensitivities, noise (lines) may appear in photos taken with some optional flash units; if this occurs, choose a lower value.
The SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SB-400 provide redeye reduction, while the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SU-800 provide AF-assist illumination with the following restrictions: • SB-910 and SB-900: AF-assist illumination is available when 17–135 mm AF lenses are used with the focus points shown at right. • SB-800, SB-600, and SU-800: AF-assist 24–34 mm illumination is available when 24–105 mm AF lenses are used with the focus points 35–49 mm shown at right.
A Flash Control Mode The information display shows the flash control mode for optional flash units attached to the camera accessory shoe as follows: Flash sync Auto FP (0 330) i-TTL Auto aperture (AA) Non-TTL auto flash (A) Distance-priority manual (GN) Manual Repeating flash — Advanced wireless lighting D Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon flash units.
Other Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D810. • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15 (0 13, 14): Additional EN-EL15 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. • Battery Charger MH-25a (0 13): The MH-25a can be used to recharge EN-EL15 batteries. MH-25 battery chargers can also be used.
• Communication Unit UT-1: Use a USB cable to connect the UT-1 to the camera and an Ethernet cable to connect the UT-1 to an Ethernet network. Once connected, you can upload photos and movies to a computer or ftp server, control the camera remotely using optional Camera Control Pro 2 software, or browse pictures or control the camera remotely from an iPhone or web computer browser.
Viewfinder eyepiece accessories 438 • Rubber Eyecup DK-19: The DK-19 makes the image in the viewfinder easier to see, preventing eye fatigue. • Diopter-Adjustment Viewfinder Lens DK-17C: To accommodate individual differences in vision, viewfinder lenses are available with diopters of –3, –2, 0, +1, and +2 m–1. Use diopter adjustment lenses only if the desired focus can not be achieved with the builtin diopter adjustment control (–3 to +1 m–1).
Remote terminal accessories The D810 is equipped with a ten-pin remote terminal (0 3) for remote control and automatic photography. The terminal is provided with a cap, which protects the contacts when the terminal is not in use.
Remote terminal accessories HDMI cables (0 269) Filters 440 • GPS Adapter Cord MC-35 (0 233): This 35 cm (1 ft 2 in.) cable connects the camera to older GARMIN eTrex- and geko-series GPS units that conform to version 2.01 or 3.01 of the National Marine Electronics Association NMEA0183 data format. Only models that support PC interface cable connections are supported; the MC-35 can not be used to connect GPS units via USB.
Wireless remote controllers (0 357) Software Microphones • Wireless Remote Controller WR-R10/WR-T10: When a WR-R10 wireless remote controller is attached to ten-pin remote terminal using a WR-A10 adapter, the camera can be controlled wirelessly using a WR-T10 wireless remote controller. • Wireless Remote Controller WR-1: The WR-1 can function as either a transmitter or a receiver and is used in combination either with another WR-1 or a WR-R10 or WR-T10 wireless remote controller.
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 batterychamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5B 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. The latch locks the connector in place when the connector is fully inserted. 3 Close the batterychamber cover.
4 Connect the EH-5b AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on AC adapter (e) and the power cable to the DC socket (r). A V icon is displayed in the monitor when the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector.
Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area.
Image Sensor Cleaning If you suspect that dirt or dust on the image sensor is appearing in photographs, you can clean the sensor using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu. The sensor can be cleaned at any time using the Clean now option, or cleaning can be performed automatically when the camera is turned on or off. ❚❚ “Clean Now” Holding the camera base down, select Clean image sensor in the setup menu, then highlight Clean now and press J.
❚❚ “Clean at Startup/Shutdown” Choose from the following options: Option 5 6 7 Description The image sensor is automatically cleaned each Clean at startup time the camera is turned on. The image sensor is automatically cleaned Clean at during shutdown each time the camera is turned shutdown off. Clean at startup & The image sensor is cleaned automatically at shutdown startup and at shutdown. Cleaning off Automatic image sensor cleaning off. 1 Select Clean at startup/shutdown.
D Image Sensor Cleaning Using camera controls during startup interrupts image sensor cleaning. Image sensor cleaning may not be performed at startup if the flash is charging. If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually (0 448) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession, image sensor cleaning may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera’s internal circuitry.
❚❚ Manual Cleaning If foreign matter can not be removed from the image sensor using the Clean image sensor (0 445) option in the setup menu, the sensor can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the sensor be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 1 Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter. A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning the image sensor.
4 Press J. The message shown at right will be displayed in the monitor and a row of dashes will appear in the control panel and viewfinder. To restore normal operation without inspecting the image sensor, turn the camera off. 5 Raise the mirror. Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the image sensor. The display in the viewfinder will turn off and the row of dashes in the control panel will flash.
7 Clean the sensor. Remove any dust and lint from the sensor with a blower. Do not use a blower-brush, as the bristles could damage the sensor. Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the sensor. 8 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap.
D Foreign Matter on the Image Sensor Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the image sensor during production and shipping. The D810, however, is designed to be used with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are removed or exchanged. Once inside the camera, this foreign matter may adhere to the image sensor, where it may appear in photographs taken under certain conditions.
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keep dry: This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage. Avoid sudden changes in temperature: Sudden changes in temperature, such as those that occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device.
Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly. In rare instances, static electricity may cause the LCD displays to light up or go dark. This does not indicate a malfunction, and the display will soon return to normal. The lens and mirror are easily damaged.
Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, wellventilated 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.
Notes on the monitor: The monitor is constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective. Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device. Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.
• Turning the camera on or off repeatedly when the battery is fully discharged will shorten battery life. Batteries that have been fully discharged must be charged before use. • 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. • A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery retains its charge when used at room temperature indicates that it requires replacement. Purchase a new EN-EL15 battery. • The supplied power cable and AC wall adapter are for use with the MH-25a only. Use the charger with compatible batteries only. Unplug when not in use. • Charge the battery before use.
Exposure Program The exposure program for programmed auto (0 118) is shown in the following graph: 12 14 f/1 16 15 f/1.4 16 1 /3 17 18 19 f/5.6 f/8 20 f/2.8 f/1.4 − f/16 Aperture f/2 f/4 21 f/11 22 f/16 23 f/22 f/32 13 11 9 10 7 8 5 6 3 4 2 0 1 -1 -2 -4 -5 ] V [E -3 ISO 100; lens with maximum aperture of f/1.4 and minimum aperture of f/16 (e.g., AF 50mm f/1.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the battery or, if you are using an AC adapter, disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter.
Shooting Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is locked (SD cards only; 0 22), full, or not inserted (0 14). • Release locked is selected for Custom Setting f11 (Slot empty release lock; 0 354) and no memory card is inserted (0 14). • Aperture ring for CPU lens not locked at highest f-number (does not apply to type G and E lenses).
Can not select focus point: • Unlock focus selector lock (0 94). • Auto-area AF or face-priority AF selected for AF-area mode; choose another mode (0 40, 90). • Camera is in playback mode (0 235). • Menus are in use (0 24). • Press shutter-release button halfway to start standby timer (0 34). Can not select AF mode: • Rotate focus-mode selector to AF (0 87). • Select No restrictions for Custom Setting a12 (Autofocus mode restrictions, 0 314).
Live view ends unexpectedly or does not start: Live view may end automatically to prevent damage to the camera’s internal circuits if: • The ambient temperature is high • The camera has been used for extended periods in live view or to record movies • The camera has been used in continuous release modes for extended periods If live view does not start when you press the a button, wait for the internal circuits to cool and then try again.
Smudges appear in photographs: Clean front and rear lens elements. If problem persists, perform image sensor cleaning (0 445). Colors are unnatural: • Adjust white balance to match light source (0 148). • Adjust Set Picture Control settings (0 170). Can not measure white balance: Subject is too dark or too bright (0 161). Image can not be selected as source for preset manual white balance: Image was not created with D810 (0 167).
Playback NEF (RAW) image is not played back: Photo was taken at image quality of NEF + JPEG (0 80). Can not view pictures recorded with other cameras: Pictures recorded with other makes of camera may not be displayed correctly. Some photos are not displayed during playback: Select All for Playback folder (0 281). “Tall” (portrait) orientation photos are displayed in “wide” (landscape) orientation: • Select On for Rotate tall (0 288). • Photo was taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation (0 373).
Can not select photo for printing: NEF (RAW) and TIFF photos can not be printed by direct USB connection. Transfer photos to computer and print using ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX-D (available for download; 0 260). NEF (RAW) photos can be saved in JPEG format using NEF (RAW) processing (0 399). Photo is not displayed on high-definition video device: Confirm that HDMI cable is connected (0 269).
Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor. Indicator Control Viewpanel finder B (flashes) H d Problem Lens aperture ring is not set to minimum aperture. Low battery. • Battery exhausted. • Battery can not be used. H d (flashes) (flashes) B (flashes) 466 — • An extremely exhausted rechargeable Li-ion battery or a thirdparty battery is inserted either in the camera or in the optional MB-D12 battery pack.
Indicator Control Viewpanel finder Problem No lens attached, or non-CPU lens attached without specifying F maximum aperture. Aperture shown in stops from maximum aperture. F H Camera unable to focus — (flashes) using autofocus. Solution Aperture value will be displayed if maximum aperture is specified. 0 229 Change composition or 30, 100 focus manually. • Use a lower ISO 109 sensitivity. • Use optional ND filter.
Indicator Control Viewpanel finder Problem A (flashes) A selected in exposure mode f. & (flashes) & selected in exposure mode f. 1 k Processing in progress. (flashes) (flashes) — If indicator flashes for 3s c after flash fires, photo (flashes) may be underexposed. Memory insufficient to record further photos at n j current settings, or i/j (flashes) camera has run out of (flashes) file or folder numbers. O (flashes) Camera malfunction.
Indicator Monitor No memory card. Control panel S This memory card W cannot be used. R Card may be i/j damaged. (flashes) Insert another card. Solution 0 Turn camera off Camera cannot and confirm that detect memory 14 card is correctly card. inserted. • Error accessing • Use Nikon487 memory card. approved card. — • Check that contacts are clean. If card is damaged, contact retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative. 14, 251 • Unable to create • Delete files or new folder.
Indicator Monitor g Control panel Problem W, Camera can not R control Eye-Fi (flashes) card. W, Memory card is Memory card is locked. Slide lock to j locked (write “write” position. (flashes) protected). W, Eye-Fi card is Not available if R, locked (write Eye-Fi card is locked. j protected). (flashes) Memory card has This card is not [C] not been formatted. (flashes) formatted for use Format the card. in camera. Unable to start live view. Please wait.
Indicator Monitor Control panel Folder contains no images. — All images are hidden. — Cannot display this file. — Cannot select this file. — Solution 0 Select folder No images on containing images memory card or from Playback in folder(s) 14, 281 folder menu or selected for insert memory card playback. containing images. No images can be played back until another folder has All photos in been selected or current folder are 281 Hide image used hidden. to allow at least one image to be displayed.
Indicator Monitor Control panel Solution Check printer. To resume, select Check printer. — Printer error. Continue (if available). Paper in printer is Insert paper of Check paper. — not of selected correct size and size. select Continue. Paper is jammed Clear jam and Paper jam. — in printer. select Continue. Insert paper of Printer is out of Out of paper. — selected size and paper. select Continue. Check ink. To resume, select Check ink supply. — Ink error. Continue.
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D810 Digital Camera Type Type Lens mount Single-lens reflex digital camera Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Effective angle of view Nikon FX format Effective pixels Effective pixels 36.3 million Image sensor Image sensor 35.9 × 24.0 mm CMOS sensor Total pixels 37.09 million Dust-reduction System Image sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (Capture NX-D software required) Storage Image size (pixels) • FX (36×24) image area 7360×4912 (L) 3680×2456 (S) • 1.
Storage Image size (pixels) • FX-format photographs taken in movie live view 6720×3776 (L) 5040×2832 (M) 3360×1888 (S) • DX-format photographs taken in movie live view 4800×2704 (L) 3600×2024 (M) 2400×1352 (S) Note: Photographs taken in movie live view have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9. A DX-based format is used for photographs taken using the DX (24 × 16) 1.5× image area; an FX-based format is used for all other photographs.
Viewfinder Viewfinder Frame coverage Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder • FX (36×24): Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical • 1.2× (30×20): Approx. 97% horizontal and 97% vertical • DX (24×16): Approx. 97% horizontal and 97% vertical • 5:4 (30×24): Approx. 97% horizontal and 100% vertical Magnification Approx. 0.7 × (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m–1) Eyepoint 17 mm (–1.
Shutter Type Speed Flash sync speed Release Release mode Approximate frame advance rate Self-timer 476 Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focalplane mechanical shutter; electronic front-curtain shutter available in mirror up release mode 1/8000 – 30 s in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV, bulb, time, X250 X=1/250 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/320 s or slower (flash range drops at speeds between 1/250 and 1/320 s) S (single frame), T (continuous low speed), U (continuous high speed), J (quiet shutt
Exposure Metering Metering method Range (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 20 °C/68 °F) Exposure meter coupling Exposure mode TTL exposure metering using RGB sensor with approximately 91K (91,000) pixels • Matrix: 3D color matrix metering III (type G, E, and D lenses); color matrix metering III (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data • Center-weighted: Weight of approximately 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame.
Exposure ADL bracketing Exposure lock ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) Active D-Lighting Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock 478 2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3– 5 frames using preset values for all frames Luminosity locked at detected value with A AE-L/ AF-L button ISO 64 – 12800 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV. Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 32 equivalent) below ISO 64 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.
Flash Built-in flash Manual pop-up with button release and a Guide Number of 12/39, 12/39 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) Flash control TTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 91K (91,000) pixels is available with built-in flash; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering Flash mode Front curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reducti
Live view Modes Lens servo AF-area mode Autofocus Live view photography (still images), movie live view (movies) • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time servo AF (AF-F) • Manual focus (M) Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when facepriority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected) Movie Metering TTL exposure metering using main image sensor Metering method Matrix, center-weighted, or
Movie ISO sensitivity Other options Monitor Monitor Playback Playback • Exposure modes e, f, and g: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 64 to Hi 2) with selectable upper limit • Exposure mode h: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 64 to Hi 2) available with selectable upper limit; manual selection (ISO 64 to 12800 in steps of 1/3, 1 /2, or 1 EV) with additional options available equivalent to approximately 0.3, 0.5, 0.
Interface USB HDMI output Audio input Audio output Ten-pin remote terminal Supported languages Supported languages 482 SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0 Micro-B connector); connection to built-in USB port is recommended Type C HDMI connector Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported) Stereo mini-pin jack (3.
Power source Battery Battery pack AC adapter Tripod socket Tripod socket One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL15 battery Optional MB-D12 multi-power battery pack with one rechargeable Nikon EN-EL18a or EN-EL18 Li-ion battery (available separately), one rechargeable Nikon EN-EL15 Li-ion battery, or eight AA alkaline, Ni-MH, or lithium batteries. A BL-5 battery-chamber cover is required when using EN-EL18a or EN-EL18 batteries. EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5B power connector (available separately) /4 in.
MH-25a Battery Charger Rated input (in North America) Rated input (in other regions) Rated output Supported batteries Charging time AC 120 V, 60 Hz, 0.2 A AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.23–0.12 A DC 8.4 V/1.2 A Nikon EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion batteries Approx. 2 hours and 35 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. 95 × 33.5 × 71 mm (3.7 × 1.3 × 2.8 in.
A Supported Standards • DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File System (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 camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.
A FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright © 2012 The FreeType Project (http://www.freetype.org). All rights reserved. A MIT License (HarfBuzz) Portions of this software are copyright © 2014 The HarfBuzz Project (http://www.freedesktop.org/wiki/Software/HarfBuzz). All rights reserved.
Approved Memory Cards The camera accepts the SD and CompactFlash memory cards listed in the following sections. Other cards have not been tested. For more details on the cards listed below, please contact the manufacturer. ❚❚ SD Memory Cards The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. 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.
❚❚ CompactFlash Memory Cards The following Type I CompactFlash memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Cards with a write speed of 30 MB/s (200×) are recommended for movie recording. At slower speeds, movies may not play back smoothly and recording may end unexpectedly. Type II cards and microdrives can not be used.
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 16 GB SanDisk SDCFXPS-016G-J92 card at different image quality (0 79), image size (0 83), and image area settings (0 74). ❚❚ FX (36×24) Image Area * Image quality Image size File size 1 No. of images 1 Buffer capacity 2 NEF (RAW), Lossless Large 31.9 MB 257 47 compressed, 12-bit NEF (RAW), Lossless Large 40.7 MB 199 28 compressed, 14-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed, Large 29.
❚❚ DX (24×16) Image Area * Image quality Image size File size 1 No. of images 1 Buffer capacity 2 NEF (RAW), Lossless Large 14.6 MB 580 100 compressed, 12-bit NEF (RAW), Lossless Large 18.3 MB 453 97 compressed, 14-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed, Large 13.3 MB 777 100 12-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed, Large 16.4 MB 653 100 14-bit Large 24.4 MB 580 78 NEF (RAW), Uncompressed, 12-bit Small 16.4 MB 1100 23 NEF (RAW), Uncompressed, Large 31.8 MB 453 46 14-bit Large 46.2 MB 317 39 TIFF (RGB) Medium 26.
1 All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded. 2 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer at ISO 100. Drops if Optimal quality is selected for JPEG/TIFF recording > JPEG compression, ISO sensitivity is set to Hi 0.3 or higher, or auto distortion control or long exposure noise reduction is on. 3 Figures assume JPEG/TIFF recording > JPEG compression is set to Size priority.
Battery Life The movie footage or number of shots that can be recorded with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, temperature, interval between shots, and the length of time menus are displayed. In the case of AA batteries, capacity also varies with make and storage conditions; some batteries can not be used. Sample figures for the camera and optional MB-D12 multi-power battery pack are given below.
1 Measured at 23 °C/73.4 °F (±2 °C/3.6 °F) with an AF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VR lens under the following test conditions: lens cycled from infinity to minimum range and one photograph taken at default settings once every 30 s; flash fired once every other shot. Live view not used. 2 Measured at 20 °C/68 °F with an AF-S NIKKOR 70–200mm f/2.
Lenses That May Block the Built-in Flash and AF-Assist Illuminator The lenses listed in this section may block the built-in flash or AF-assist illuminator under some conditions. ❚❚ AF-Assist Illumination AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • AF-S VR Nikkor 200mm f/2G IF-ED • AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II • AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200–400mm f/4G IF-ED • AF-S NIKKOR 200–400mm f/4G ED VR II • AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.
The following may block the illuminator at ranges under 1.5 m (5 ft): • AF-S DX NIKKOR 55–300mm f/4.5–5.6G ED VR • AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor ED 70–200mm f/2.8G (IF) • AF-S NIKKOR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED VR II • AF Zoom-Nikkor 70–300mm f/4–5.6G • AF Zoom-Nikkor 80–200mm f/2.8D ED • AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 80–200mm f/2.8D IF-ED • AF-S NIKKOR 80–400mm f/4.5–5.6G ED VR The following may block the illuminator at ranges under 2.3 m (7 ft 7 in.): • AF VR Zoom-Nikkor 80–400mm f/4.5–5.
❚❚ The Built-in Flash The built-in flash may be unable to light the entire subject with the following lenses at ranges less than those given below: Lens DX AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12–24mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17–55mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 16–35mm f/4G ED VR AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17–35mm f/2.8D IF-ED AF Zoom-Nikkor 18–35mm f/3.5–4.5D IF-ED AF Zoom-Nikkor 20–35mm f/2.8D IF AF-S NIKKOR 24–70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24–120mm f/3.5–5.
When used with the AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED, the flash will be unable to light the entire subject at all ranges. The built-in flash can also be used with AI-S, AI-, AI-modified NIKKOR, and Nikon Series E non-CPU lenses with a focal length of 24–300mm. AI 50–300mm f/4.5, modified AI 50–300mm f/4.5, and AI-S 50–300mm f/4.5 ED lenses must be used at a zoom position of 180mm or above, and AI 50–300mm f/4.5 ED lenses at a zoom position of 135mm or above.
Index Symbols e (Programmed auto) .................... 118 z (Flexible program indicator) .. 118 f (Shutter-priority auto) ............... 119 g (Aperture-priority auto) ............ 120 h (Manual) .......................................... 121 S ............................................................ 102 T ................................................. 102, 321 U .......................................................... 102 J ........................................................... 102 M ......
AE & flash (Auto bracketing set) 133, 338 AE only (Auto bracketing set) .... 133, 338 AE-L/AF-L button .................97, 349, 363 AF ....................39–41, 87–99, 306–314 AF activation ..................................... 308 AF area brackets ............................ 6, 17 AF fine-tune ....................................... 380 AF-area mode ...............................40, 90 AF-assist ........................... 313, 425, 434 AF-C ...............................................
Color sketch ...................................... 407 Color space ........................................ 296 Color temperature ........148, 150, 155 Commander mode ................ 331, 334 Communication unit ...................... 437 CompactFlash ..................14, 366, 487 Compatible lenses .......................... 419 Compressed (Type) ...........................81 Computer ........................................... 253 Connector for external microphone 2, 441 Continuous high speed ...........
F Face-priority AF ...................................40 File information ............................... 239 File naming ........................................ 295 File number sequence ................... 324 Filter effects ....................................... 393 Fine-tune optimal exposure ........ 318 Firmware version ............................. 383 Fisheye ................................................ 406 Flash .........................189, 196, 198, 428 Flash (White balance) .................
Histogram ........................241, 242, 342 I Image area .. 42, 55, 59, 60, 74, 77, 83 Image comment .............................. 375 Image Dust Off ref photo ............. 369 Image overlay ................................... 395 Image quality .......................................79 Image review ..................228, 236, 287 Image size .............................................83 Incandescent (White balance) .... 148 Index marking .........54, 361, 362, 363 Index print .......................
Monitor .............. 31, 35, 201, 235, 367 Monitor brightness .................. 56, 367 Monitor color balance ................... 368 Monitor cover ......................................10 Monitor off delay ............................. 320 Monitor pre-flash ...................194, 331 Monochrome .................................... 392 Monochrome (Set Picture Control) .. 170 Movie ISO sensitivity settings (Movie settings) ...............................................64 Movie live view ................
Recent settings ................................ 418 Red intensifier .................................. 393 Red-eye correction ......................... 389 Red-eye reduction .......................... 191 Release button to use dial ........... 353 Release mode ................................... 102 Remote cord ...................123, 439, 440 Remove items (My Menu) ............ 416 Removing the lens from the camera 23 Repeating flash ................................ 331 Reset .............................
Timer ...........................................106, 216 Trim ...................................................... 390 Tripod ..................................40, 106, 123 Two-button reset ............................ 206 Type D lens ...............................419, 422 Type G lens ...............................419, 422 U Uncompressed (Type) ......................81 USB ..............................................257, 263 USB cable ...............................i, 257, 263 USB cable clip .......
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