Nikon 1543, 1549 User Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

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D750 Model Name: N1404

To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the product.

Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:

This icon marks cautions; information that should be

read before use to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes; information that should be read

before using the camera.

This icon marks references to other pages in this

manual.

Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in bold.

Camera Settings

The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.

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AFor Your Safet y

Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in “For Your Safety” (0 xiii–xvi).

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Package Contents

Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera.

DK-21 rubber eyecup (0 107)

BF-1B body cap (0 27, 442)

D750 camera (0 1)

EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover (0 25, 26)

MH-25a battery charger (comes with either an AC wall adapter or power cable of a type and shape that varies with the country or region of sale; 0 25)

DK-5 eyepiece cap (0 107)

UC-E17 USB cable (0 266, 271) AN-DC14 strap (0 24) Warra nty

Memory cards are sold separately. Cameras purchased in Japan display

menus and messages in English and Japanese only; other languages are not supported.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

User’s Manual (this guide) ViewNX 2 installer CD (0 262)

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Package Contents.......................................................................... i

For Your Safety........................................................................... xiii

Notices........................................................................................ xvii

Wireless ..................................................................................... xxiv

Introduction 1

Getting to Know the Camera...................................................... 1

The Camera Body .................................................................................. 1

The Mode Dial ........................................................................................ 6

The Release-Mode Dial........................................................................ 7

The Control Panel.................................................................................. 8

The Viewfinder ..................................................................................... 10

The Information Display ................................................................... 12

The P button......................................................................................... 16

Using the Tilting Monitor ................................................................. 17

The Multi Selector ............................................................................... 19

Camera Menus ............................................................................ 20

Using Camera Menus......................................................................... 21

First Steps..................................................................................... 24

Basic Photography and Playback 34

“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes)............ 34

Basic Playback ............................................................................. 37

Deleting Unwanted Photographs................................................. 38

Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation

(Scene Mode) 41

k Portrait ...................................................................................... 42

l Landscape................................................................................ 42

p Child........................................................................................... 42

m Sports......................................................................................... 42

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n Close Up ................................................................................... 43

o Night Portrait ......................................................................... 43

r Night Landscape ................................................................... 43

s Party/Indoor ........................................................................... 43

t Beach/Snow............................................................................ 44

u Sunset ....................................................................................... 44

v Dusk/Dawn ............................................................................. 44

w Pet Portrait .............................................................................. 44

x Candlelight ............................................................................... 45

y Blossom .................................................................................... 45

z Autumn Colors....................................................................... 45

0 Food ........................................................................................... 45

Special Effects 46

% Night Vision ............................................................................ 47

g Color Sketch.......................................................................... 47

i Miniature Effect ................................................................... 48

u Selective Color....................................................................... 48

1 Silhouette ................................................................................ 48

2 High Key................................................................................... 49

3 Low Key .................................................................................... 49

Options Available in Live View ...................................................... 50

Live View Photography 54

Focus ....................................................................................................... 57

Manual Focus ....................................................................................... 60

Using the P Button............................................................................. 61

The Live View Display: Live View Photography....................... 63

The Information Display: Live View Photography .................. 64

Movie Live View 66

Indices..................................................................................................... 70

Using the P Button............................................................................. 71

The Live View Display: Movie Live View ..................................... 74

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The Information Display: Movie Live View................................. 75

Image Area............................................................................................. 76

Taking Photos During Movie Live View ...................................... 77

Viewing Movies........................................................................... 79

Editing Movies ............................................................................ 81

Trimming Movies ................................................................................ 81

Saving Selected Frames.................................................................... 86

P, S, A, and M Modes 88

P: Programmed Auto.......................................................................... 89

S: Shutter-Priority Auto...................................................................... 90

A: Aperture-Priority Auto .................................................................. 91

M: Manual ............................................................................................... 93

Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only) ................................. 95

User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes 99

Saving User Settings .......................................................................... 99

Recalling User Settings................................................................... 101

Resetting User Settings.................................................................. 101

Release Mode 103

Choosing a Release Mode ...................................................... 103

Self-Timer Mode (E) ............................................................... 106

Mirror up Mode (V).............................................................. 109

Image Recording Options 110

Image Area................................................................................ 110

Image Quality and Size........................................................... 115

Image Quality .................................................................................... 115

Image Size........................................................................................... 118

Using Two Memory Cards ...................................................... 119

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Focus 120

Autofocus .................................................................................. 120

Autofocus Mode................................................................................ 121

AF-Area Mode .................................................................................... 123

Focus Point Selection...................................................................... 127

Focus Lock........................................................................................... 129

Manual Focus ............................................................................ 132

ISO Sensitivity 134

Auto ISO Sensitivity Control .................................................. 136

Exposure 139

Metering .................................................................................... 139

Autoexposure Lock.................................................................. 141

Exposure Compensation ........................................................ 143

White Balance 145

Fine-Tuning White Balance .................................................... 149

Choosing a Color Temperature ............................................. 152

Preset Manual ........................................................................... 155

Viewfinder Photography................................................................ 155

Live View (Spot White Balance) ................................................... 159

Managing Presets............................................................................. 162

Image Enhancement 165

Picture Controls........................................................................ 165

Selecting a Picture Control............................................................ 165

Modifying Picture Controls ........................................................... 167

Creating Custom Picture Controls.............................................. 170

Sharing Custom Picture Controls................................................ 173

Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows .................... 175

Active D-Lighting.............................................................................. 175

High Dynamic Range (HDR).......................................................... 177

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Flash Photography 180

Using the Built-in Flash .......................................................... 180

Auto Pop-up Modes ........................................................................ 180

Manual Pop-up Modes................................................................... 182

Flash Compensation ............................................................... 188

FV Lock ...................................................................................... 190

Remote Control Photography 193

Using an Optional ML-L3 Remote Control.......................... 193

Wireless Remote Controllers ................................................. 197

WR-1 Wireless Remote Controllers ............................................ 197

WR-R10/WR-T10 Wireless Remote Controllers...................... 197

Other Shooting Options 198

Viewfinder Photography: The P Button .............................. 198

Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings .................. 199

Bracketing................................................................................. 202

Multiple Exposure ................................................................... 216

Interval Timer Photography .................................................. 222

Time-Lapse Photography ...................................................... 229

Non-CPU Lenses....................................................................... 235

Location Data ........................................................................... 239

For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.

The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:

This icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all

warnings before using this Nikon product.A

❚❚ WARNI NGS

AKeep the sun out of the frame

Keep the sun well out of the frame when shooting backlit subjects. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in or close to the frame could cause a fire.

ADo not look at the sun through the

viewfinder

Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment.

AUsing the viewfinder diopter adjustment

control

When operating the viewfinder diopter adjustment control with your eye to the viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally.

ATurn off immediately in the event of

malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or AC adapter (available separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikonauthorized service center for inspection.

ADo not use in the presence of flammable

gas

Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

AKeep out of reach of children

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this equipment, consult a physician immediately.

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Do not disassemble

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.

ADo not place the strap around the neck of

an infant or child

Placing the camera strap around the neck of an infant or child could result in strangulation.

ADo not remain in contact with the

camera, battery, or charger for extended periods while the devices are on or in use

Parts of the device become hot. Leaving the device in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.

ADo not leave the product where it will be

exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight

Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.

ADo not aim a flash at the operator of a

motor vehicle

Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

AObserve c aution when using the flash

• Using the camera with the flash in

close contact with the skin or other objects could cause burns.

• Using the flash close to the subjec t’s

eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. The flash should be no less than one meter (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.

AAvoid contact with liquid crystal

Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

ADo not carry tripods with a lens or camera

attached

You could trip or accidentally strike others, resulting in injury.

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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 expose the battery to flame

or to excessive heat.

• Do not immerse in or expose to

water.

• Replace the terminal cover when

transporting the batter y. Do not transport or store the battery with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

• Batteries are prone to leakage when

fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

• When the battery is not in use,

attach the terminal cover and store in a cool, dry place.

• The battery may be hot

immediately after use or when the product has been used on battery power for an extended period. Before removing the battery turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool.

• Discontinue use immediately

should you notice any changes in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.

AObserve proper precautions when

handling the charger

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this

precaution could result in injury or product malfunction due to fire or electric shock.

• Do not short the charger terminals.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating and damage to the charger.

• Dust on or near the metal parts of

the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

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• 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.

• Do not handle the plug or charger

with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in inju ry or product malfunction due to fire or electric shock.

• Do not use with travel converters or

adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DCto-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.

AUse appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose to maintain compliance with product regulations.

ACD-ROMs

CD-ROMs containing software or manuals should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

AFollow the directions of airline and

hospital personnel

This camera transmits radio frequencies that could interfere with medical equipment or aircraft navigation. Disable the wireless network feature and remove all wireless accessories from the camera before boarding an aircraft, and turn the camera off during take off and landing. In medical facilities, follow staff instructions regarding the use of wireless devices.

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Notices

•

No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.

• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

Notices for Customers in Europe

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

• Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• All batteries, whether marked with this symbol or not, are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point . Do not dispose of as household waste.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

Power Cabl e

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 Frequ ency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Notice for Customers in the State of California

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands

after handling.

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200

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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.

• Items prohibited by law from being copied

or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”

The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited.

Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.

The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.

• Cautions on certain copies and

reproductions

The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

• Comply with copyright notices

The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

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Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for pres et manual (0 162). Before discarding the camera or transferring ownership to another person, you should also use the Wi-Fi >

Network settings > Reset network settings (0 288) and Network > Network settings options in the camera setup menu to delete any personal

network information. For more information on the Network menu, see the documentation provided with the optional communication unit. Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices.

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AVC Patent Portfolio License

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL

AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C.

SEE http://www.mpegla.com

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE

NO LICENSE IS

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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.

The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown at right could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.

For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.

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D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories

Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements.

ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOU R CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.

THE USE OF NON-NIKON

A Before Taking Important Pictures

Before taking pic tures on importa nt occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

Nikon will not be held liable for

A Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:

• For u sers in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. available from the Nikon representative in your area. URL for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/

Additional information may be

See the following

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Wireless

This product, which contains encryption software developed in the United States, is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations and may not be exported or re-exported to any country to which the United States embargoes goods. The following countries are currently subject to embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria.

The use of wireless devices may be prohibited in some countries or regions. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative before using the wireless features of this product outside the country of purchase.

Notices for Customers in the U. S. A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Co-location

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200

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Notices for Customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. The D750, which is equipped with a LBWA1U5YR1 (FCC ID:VPYLBYR650 / IC ID:772C-LBYR650) wireless LAN module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer to the SAR test report that was uploaded to FCC website.

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Notices for Customers in Europe

Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that the D750 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_D750.pdf

Notice for Customers in Singapore

Trade Name: Model: D750

This device complies with radio-frequency regulations. The content of certification labels not affixed to the device is given below.

Compli es with IDA Standards DA104328

Security

Although one of the benefits of this product is that it allows others to freely connect for the wireless exchange of data anywhere within its range, the following may occur if security is not enabled:

• Data theft: Malicious third-parties may intercept wireless transmissions to steal user IDs, passwords, and other personal information.

• Unauthorized access: Unauthorized users may gain access to the network and alter data or perform other malicious actions. Note that due to the design of wireless networks, specialized attacks may allow unauthorized access even when security is enabled.

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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.

The Camera Body

87 9

5 4

3 2 1

1 Accessory shoe (for optional flash

unit)............................................... 433

2 Release mode dial ..................7, 103

3 Release mode dial lock

release ......................................7, 103

4 Eyelet for camera strap

5 Mode dial lock release.............6, 34

6 Mode dial....................................6, 34

7 Z/Q button

Metering .................................140

Formatting memory cards

...375

8 Movie-record button ................... 68

9 Sub-command dial .................... 363

10 Power switch ............................. 5, 28

11 Shutter-release button....... 36, 373

12 E button

Exposure compensation..... 143

Two-button reset ................. 199

13 Focal pl ane mark (E) ...............133

14 Main command dial................... 363

15 Control panel....................................8

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The Camera Body (Continued)

1 Built-in flash................................. 180

2 M/Y button

Flash mode.................... 180, 182

Flash compensation ............ 188

3 Infrared receiver (front)............. 194

4 Cover for accessory terminal ... 443

5 Audio connector cover........73, 443

6 HDMI/USB connector

cover........................... 266, 271, 277

7 Lens release button.......................33

8 AF-mode button ...57, 59, 121, 125

Focus-mode select or

10 Lens mounting mark ....................27

...57, 120, 132

4 5

11 D button

Bracketing............ 203, 208, 212

12 Mirror.................................... 109, 451

13 Meter coupling lever ................. 480

14 Accessory terminal..................... 443

15 Headphone connector................. 73

16 Connector for external

microphone..........................73, 443

17 HDMI connector ......................... 277

18 USB connector

Connecting to

a computer......................... 266

Connecting to a printer ...... 271

14 15 16

A Close the Connector Cover

Close the connector cover when the connectors are not in use. Foreign matter in the connectors can interfere with data transfer.

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1 Stereo microphone........68, 71, 320

2 CPU contacts

3 Lens mount ........................... 27, 133

4 Contact cover for optional MB-D16

battery pack................................441

5 Tripod socke t

6 AF coupling

7 Fn button.....................114, 356, 370

8 Battery-chamber cover latch .....26

9 Battery-chamber cover ............... 26

10 Power connector cover .............445

11 Memory card slot cover .............. 26

12 Pv button ................70, 92, 361, 372

13 AF-assist illuminator ..................332

Self-timer lamp ........................... 107

Red-eye reduction lamp

14 Body cap ....................................i, 442

... 181, 183

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The Camera Body (Continued)

1 2 345

19 18 17 16

11 12

1 Viewfinder eyepiece ..............10, 29

2 Rubber eyecup ............................107

3 Diopter adjustment control ........29

4 A button

Using the AE/AF lock

button....... 129, 141, 361, 373

5 R (info) button................ 12, 64, 75

6 Multi selector...........................19, 21

7 J (OK) button ...............19, 21, 354

8 Focus selector lock..................... 127

9 Memory card access lamp..36, 225

10 Infrared receiver (rear)............... 194

11 Live view selector

Live view photography..........54

Movie live view ........................66

12 a button .................................54, 66

13 Speaker ............................................80

14 Tilting monitor...............................17

Viewing settings...................... 12

Live view............................. 54, 66

Viewing pictures......................37

Full-frame playback............. 241

15 P button

Changing shooting

settings................................ 198

Changing settings during live

view/movie recording

Retouching pictures ............ 396

16 W/S button

Playback zoom out/

thumbnails ................243, 244

ISO sensitivity........................ 134

Auto ISO sensitivity

control ................................. 136

Two-button reset ................. 199

... 61, 71

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17 X/T button

Playback zoom in.................. 255

Image quality/size.......116, 118

18 L/U button

Help............................................ 21

Protect.....................................257

White balance

....................146, 149, 154, 156

19 G button

Menu ................................ 20, 300

20 K button

Playback........................... 37, 241

21 O/Q button

Delete............................... 38, 258

Formatting memory cards

.... 375

A LCD Illuminators

Rotating the power switch toward

timer and control panel backlight (LCD illuminator), allowing the display to be read in the dark. switch is released and returns to the ON position, 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

activates the standby

After the power

Power switch

again.

A The Speaker

Do not place the speaker in close proximity to magnetic devices. Failure to observe this precaution could affect the data recorded on the magnetic devices.

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The Mode Dial

The camera offers the modes listed below. To choose a mode, press the mode dial lock release and rotate the mode dial.

Mode dial

Mode dial lock release

e, f, g, and h modes:

• e — Programmed auto (0 89)

• f— Shutter-priority auto (0 90)

• g— Aperture-priority auto (0 91)

• h — Manual (0 93)

Auto modes:

• i Auto (0 34)

• j Auto (flash off ) (0 34)

Scene modes (0 41)

Special effects modes (0 46)

j and k modes (0 99 )

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A Non-CPU Lenses

Non-CPU (0 42 7) lens es can be used only i n modes A and M. another mode when a non-CPU lens is attached disables the shutter release.

Selecting

The Release-Mode Dial

To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting (0 103).

Release mode dial lock release

Release mode dial

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1 S Single frame............................. 103

2 T Continuous low speed ........103

3 U Continuous high speed.......103

4 J Quiet shutter-release ............103

5 M Qc (quiet continuous)

shutter-release........................... 103

6 E Self-timer........................ 103, 106

7 V Mirror up..................... 104, 109

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The Control Panel

5 6

2 3

1 Shutter speed ..........................90, 93

Exposure compensation

value............................................. 143

Flash compensation value........ 188

White balance fine-tuning .......150

Color temperature............. 145, 154

White balance preset

number ........................................155

Number of shots in exposure and

flash bracketing sequence...... 203

Number of shots in WB bracketing

sequence .....................................208

Number of intervals for interval

timer photography ...................225

Focal length (non-CPU

lenses) ..........................................238

2 ISO sensitivity indicator ............ 134

Auto ISO sensitivity

indicator ...................................... 137

3 Metering .......................................140

4 ISO sensitivity ..............................134

Autofocus mode .........................121

7 8

9 10

5 Aperture stop indicator ......92, 431

6 Aperture (f-number).............. 91, 93

Aperture (number of

stops)......................................92, 431

Bracketing increment....... 204, 209

Number of shots in ADL

bracketing sequence................ 212

Number of shots per

interval......................................... 225

Maximum aperture (non-CPU

lenses).......................................... 238

PC mode indicator ..................... 444

7 Memory card indicator

(Slot 1)....................................31, 376

8 Memory card indicator

(Slot 2)....................................31, 376

9 Exposure compensation

indicator ...................................... 144

10 Flash compensation

indicator ...................................... 189

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11 12

13 14

16 17

11 Wi-Fi indicator .............................288

12 Flash sync indicator.................... 345

13 Exposure/bracketing indicator

Exposure ................................... 94

Exposure compensation .....143

Exposure/flash bracketing White balance bracketing

ADL bracketing......................212

14 Exposure/flash bracketing

indicator....................................... 203

WB bracketing indicator ...........208

ADL bracketing indicator.......... 212

15 Battery indicator ........................... 30

16 Multiple exposure indicator..... 217

17 Color temperature indicator ....152

Note: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.

18 Number of exposures

remaining...................................... 31

Number of shots remaining before

memory buffer fills .......... 105, 492

AF-area mode indicator ............126

...203 ...208

Preset manual white balance

recording indicator ...................157

Time-lapse recording

indicator ...................................... 233

Manual lens number.................. 238

Capture mode indicator............ 444

HDMI-CEC connection

indicator ..................................... 280

19 “k” (appears when memory

remains for over 1000

exposures)..................................... 31

A Camera Off Display

If the camera is turned off with a battery and memory card inserted, the memory card icon and number of exposures remaining will be displayed (some memory cards may in rare cases only display this information when the camera is on).

Control panel

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The Viewfinder

1 2

67 8 9

4 5

12 13 14 1917 201816 23

1 Special effects mode

indicator .........................................46

2 Monochrome indicator (displayed

in % mode or when the Monochrome Picture Control or a Picture Control based on Monochrome is

selected) ................................47, 165

3 AF area brackets.............29, 35, 247

4 Low battery warning ....................30

5 “No memory card” indicator.......33

26 28 29 3027

6 Framing grid (displayed when On

is selected for Custom Setting d7, Viewfinder grid display)... 341

7 Focus points.........36, 127, 329, 330

AF-area mode.............................. 126

8 + NEF (RAW) indicator .............. 357

9 1.2× DX crop................................ 111

10 Roll indicator

(portrait orientation)................ 359

11 Roll indicator

(landscape orientation) ........... 359

31 32

2215 21

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12 Focus indicator ............36, 129, 133

13 Metering ..............................139, 140

14 Autoexposure (AE) lock.............141

15 Flexible program indicator .........89

16 Shutter speed ..........................90, 93

Autofocus mode.................120, 121

17 Aperture (f-number) ..............91, 93

Aperture (number of

stops)..................................... 92, 431

18 HDR indicator............................... 178

19 ADL indicator ...............................176

20 Exposure/flash bracketing

indicator....................................... 203

WB bracketing indicator ...........208

ADL bracketing indicator.......... 212

21 ISO sensitivity indicator............. 134

22 “k” (appears when memory

remains for over 1000

exposures)..................................... 31

23 Flash-ready indicator.......... 40, 339

24 FV lock indicator.......................... 191

Note: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.

25 Flash sync indicator.................... 345

26 Aperture stop indicator...... 92, 431

27 Exposure indicator ....................... 94

Exposure compensation

display.......................................... 143

28 Flash compensation

indicator ..................................... 188

29 Exposure compensation

indicator ...................................... 144

30 Auto ISO sensitivity

indicator ...................................... 137

31 ISO sensitivity .............................. 134

AF-area mode..................... 123, 125

32 Number of exposures

remaining...................................... 31

Number of shots remaining before

memory buffer fills .......... 105, 492

Preset manual white balance

recording indicator ...................157

Exposure compensation

value............................................. 143

Flash compensation value........ 188

D No Battery

When the battery is totally exhausted or no battery is inserted, the display in the viewfinder will dim. a malfunction. fully-charged battery is inserted.

The viewfinder display will return to normal when a

This is normal and does not indicate

D The Control Panel and Viewfinder Displays

The brightness of the control panel and viewfinder displays varies with temperature, and the response times of the displays may drop at low temperatures.

This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

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The Information Display

Press the R button to display shutter speed, aperture, the number of exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other shooting information in the monitor.

2 34561

R button

25 24 23

22 21 20

1 Shooting mode .....6, 34, 41, 46, 88

2 Flexible program indicator..........89

3 Flash sync indicator.................... 345

4 Shutter speed ..........................90, 93

Number of shots in exposure and

flash bracketing sequence...... 203

Number of shots in WB bracketing

sequence .....................................208

Focal length (non-CPU

lenses) ..........................................235

7 8 9 10

11 12

15161718

1314

5 Aperture stop indicator ......92, 431

6 Aperture (f-number).............. 91, 93

Aperture (number of

stops)......................................92, 431

Bracketing increment....... 204, 209

Number of shots in ADL

bracketing sequence................ 212

Maximum aperture (non-CPU

lenses).......................................... 238

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7 Exposure indicator........................ 94

Exposure compensation

display ..........................................143

Bracketing progress indicator

Exposure and flash

bracketing........................... 203

WB bracketing.......................208

8 Picture Control indicator...........166

9 White balance.............................. 146

White balance fine-tuning

indicator....................................... 150

10 HDR indicator............................... 178

HDR strength ...............................178

Multiple exposure indicator..... 219

11 “Beep” indicator ..........................338

12 “k” (appears when memory

remains for over 1000

exposures)..................................... 31

13 Image comment indicator........ 384

14 Copyright information .............. 385

15 “Clock not set” indicator .... 15, 381

16 Image quality .............................. 116

Role played by card in slot 2.... 119

17 Image size..................................... 118

18 Autofocus mode .........................121

19 Pv button assignment ...............361

20 Active D-Lighting indicator...... 176

21 Release mode ..........................7, 103

Continuous shooting speed..... 338

22 Image area indicator.................. 112

23 Metering .......................................139

24 Exposure and flash bracketing

indicator ...................................... 203

WB bracketing indicator ...........208

ADL bracketing indicator.......... 212

25 ADL bracketing amount............ 213

A Turning the Monitor Off

To clear shooting information from the monitor, press the R button again or press the shutter-release button halfway. turn off automatically if no operations are performed for about 10 seconds.

The monitor will

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The Information Display (Continued)

30 3129282726 32 33 34

43 42 41

26 Wi-Fi connection indicator....... 288

Eye-Fi connection indicator..... 392

27 Satellite signal indicator ...........240

28 Long exposure noise reduction

indicator ...................................... 317

29 Vignette control indicator........ 315

30 Auto distortion control ............. 316

31 Exposure delay mode................ 339

32 Interval timer indicator .............222

Time-lapse indicator.................. 229

Remote control mode

(ML-L3)......................................... 193

33 MB-D16 battery type display... 344

MB-D16 battery indicator......... 343

34 Camera battery indicator.............30

35 ISO sensitivity indicator ............ 134

ISO sensitivity ..............................134

Auto ISO sensitivity

indicator ...................................... 137

Note: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.

36 Number of exposures

37 Fn button assignment ............... 356

38 AE-L/AF-L button assignment ... 361

39 AF-area mode indicator............ 126

40 Flash mode ......................... 180, 182

41 FV lock indicator......................... 191

42 Flash compensation

43 Exposure compensation

remaining ......................................31

Time-lapse recording

indicator ...................................... 233

indicator ...................................... 188

Flash compensation value ....... 188

indicator ...................................... 144

Exposure compensation

value............................................. 143

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A See Also

For information on choosing how long the monitor stays on, see Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay, 0 337). For information on changing the color of the lettering in the information display, see Custom Setting d9 (Information display, 0 341).

A The Y (“Clock Not Set ”) Icon

The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed or the camera is powered by an optional power connector and AC adapter (0 441). about three months. clock is reset and a Y icon flashes in the information display, the clock has been reset and the date and time recorded with new photographs will not be correct. option in the setup menu to set the clock to the correct time and date (0 28, 381).

The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household clocks.

Check the clock regularly against more accurate time pieces

and reset as necessary.

Two days of charging will power the clock for

If the camera displays a warning stating that the

Use the Time zone and date > Date and time

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The P button

Use the P button for quick access to frequently-used settings in playback mode (0 245) and during viewfinder (0 198) and live view photography (0 61) and movie live view (0 71).

Viewfinder photography Playback

Live view photography Movie live view

P button

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Using the Tilting Monitor

The monitor can be angled and rotated as shown below.

Approx. 90 °

Normal use: The monitor is normally used in storage position.

Low-angle shots: Take shots with the camera held low.

High-angle shots: Take shots with the camera held high.

Approx. 75 °

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D Using the Monitor

Rotate the monitor gently within the limits shown on page 17. Do not use force. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the

camera or monitor. If the camera is mounted on a tripod, care should be taken to ensure that the monitor does not contact the tripod.

Do not lift or carry the camera by the monitor. precaution could damage the camera. used to take photographs, return it to the storage position.

Do not touch the area to the rear of the monitor or allow liquid to contact the inner surface.

Failure to observe these precautions could cause product malfunction.

Failure t o obs er ve this

If the monitor is not being

Be particularly careful not to touch this area.

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The Multi Selector

In this manual, operations using the multi selector are represented by 1, 3, 4, and 2 icons.

1: Press the multi selector up

J button

4: Press the multi

selector left

3: Press the multi selector down

2: Press the multi

selector right

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Camera Menus

Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button.

Tabs

Choose from the following menus:

• D: Playback (0 300)

• C: Photo Shooting (0 310)

• 1: Movie Shooting (0 318)

• A: Custom Settings (0 323)

Help icon (0 21)

• B: Setup (0 374)

• N: Retouch (0 393)

• O/m: MY MENU or RECENT SETTINGS

(defaults to MY MENU; 0 421)

Slider shows position in current menu.

Current settings are shown by icons.

Menu options

Options in current menu.

G button

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Using Camera Menus

❚❚ Menu Controls

The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus.

Move cursor up

J button: select highlighted item

Cancel and return to

previous menu

Move cursor down

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 (U) button.

A description of the currently selected option or menu will be displayed while the button is pressed. the display.

Select highlighted item or display sub-menu

Press 1 or 3 to scroll through

L (U) button

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❚❚ 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.

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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 e x i t without making a selection, press the G button.

Note the following:

• Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently

available.

• While pressing 2 generally has the same effect as pressing J,

there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J.

• To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the

shutter-release button halfway.

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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.

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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 a dapter: Insert the AC wall adapter into the charger AC

inlet (q). rotate the adapter 90 ° to fix it in place (e). Insert the battery and plug the charger in.

• Power cable: After connecting the power cable with the plug in the orientation shown, insert the battery and plug the cable in.

The CHARGE lamp will flash while the battery charges.

Slide the AC wall adapter latch as shown (w) and

AC wall adapter latch

90 °

Battery charging Charging complete

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3 Insert the battery and 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

If you are using only one memory card, insert it into slot 1 (0 31).

Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.

A The Battery and Charger

Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xiii–xvi and 457–459 of this manual.

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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– 85mm f/3.5–4.5G ED VR.

Remove the

camera body cap

M/A

Remove the rear lens cap

OFF

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.

M/A

OFF

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5 Turn the camera on.

The control panel will light. If this is the first time the camera has been turned on, a language-selection dialog will be displayed.

A Image Sensor Cleaning

The camera vibrates the low-pass filter covering the image sensor to remove dust when the camera is turned on or off (0 448).

Power switch

Control panel

6 Choose a language and

set the camera clock.

Use the multi selector and J button to select a language and set the camera clock. When setting the camera clock, you will be prompted to choose a time zone, date format, and daylight saving time option before setting the time and date; note that the camera uses a 24-hour clock. Language and date/time settings can be changed at any time using the Language (0 381) and Time zone and date (0 381) options in the setup menu.

Move cursor up

Move cursor down

J button: select highlighted item

Select highlighted item or display submenu

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7 Focus the viewfinder.

Rotate the diopter adjustment control until the AF area brackets are in sharp focus. When operating the control with your eye to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye.

AF area brackets

Viewfinder not in focus Viewfinder in focus

The camera is now ready for use. Proceed to page 34 for information on taking photographs.

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❚❚ Battery Level

The battery level is shown in the control panel and viewfinder.

Control panel Viewfinder

Control panel Viewfinde r Description

L K J I

H d H

(flashes)

— Battery fully charged.

—

Battery partially discharged.

—

Low batte ry. Charge battery or ready spare battery.

Shutter release disabled.

(flashes)

exchange battery.

Charge or

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❚❚ Number of Exposures Remaining

The camera has two memory card slots: slot 1 and slot 2. Slot 1 is for the main card; the card in slot 2 plays a backup or secondary role. If the default setting of

Overflow is selected for Role played by card in Slot 2 (0 119) when two

memory cards are inserted, the card in slot 2 will only be used when the card in slot 1 is full.

The control panel shows the slot or slots that currently hold a memory card (the example at right shows the icons displayed when a card is inserted in each

If the memory card is full or locked

slot). or an error has occurred, the icon for the affected card will flash (0 473).

The control panel and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (values over 1000 are rounded down to the nearest hundred; e.g., values between 1800 and 1899 are shown as 1.8 k). If two memory cards are inserted, the displays show the space available on the card in Slot 1.

Slot 1

Slot 2

Control panel

Number of exposures

remaining

Control panel

Viewfinder

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❚❚ 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

After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the camera off, open the memory card slot cover, and press the card in and then release it (q). The card can then be removed by hand (w).

D Memor y Cards

• Memory cards may be hot after use. removing memory cards from the camera.

• Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. 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. observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.

• Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.

• Do not apply force to the card casing.

precaution could damage the card.

• Do not expose to water, heat, high levels of humidity, or direct sunlight.

• Do not format memory cards in a computer.

Observe due caution when

Failure t o

Failure to observe this

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A No Memory C ard

If no memory card is inserted, the control panel and viewfinder will show S. the camera is turned off with a charged battery and no memory card inserted, S will be displayed in the control panel.

A The Write Protect Switch

SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of data. When this switch is in the “lock” position, the memory card can not be formatted and photos can not be deleted or recorded (a warning will be displayed in the monitor if you attempt to release the shutter). the switch to the “write” position.

To unlock the memory card, slide

Write-protect switch

❚❚ 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.

M/A

OFF

D CPU Lenses with Aper ture Rings

In the case of CPU lenses equipped with an aperture ring (0 429), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number).

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Basic Photography and Playback

“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes)

This section describes how to take photographs in i and j modes. i and j are automatic “point-and-shoot” modes in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions.

Before proceeding, turn the camera on and select the desired mode by pressing the mode dial lock release and rotating the mode dial to i or j (the only difference between these two modes is that the flash will not fire in j mode).

Mode dial

Mode dial lock release

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1 Ready the camera.

When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left.

When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown at right.

2 Frame the photograph.

Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in the AF area brackets.

A Usi ng a Zoom Lens

Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photograph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).

Zoom in

AF area brackets

Zoom ring

M/A

OFF

Zoom out

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3 Press the shutter-release

Focus point

button halfway.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (if the subject is poorly lit, the flash may pop up and the AF-assist illuminator may light). When the focus

Focus indica tor

operation is complete, the active focus point and infocus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder.

In-focus

indicator

I Subject in focus.

F Focus point is between camera and subject.

H Focus point is behind subject.

(flashes)

Camera unable to focus using autofocus.

Description

See page 131.

4 Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds. Do not

eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.

Memory card access lamp

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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

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 (0 307), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor for a few seconds after shooting.

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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

The location of the current

page. image is shown by an icon at the bottom left corner of the display.

2 Delete the photograph.

Press the O (Q) button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press the O (Q) button again to delete the image and return to playback. To exit without deleting the picture, press K.

O (Q) button

A See Also

See page 245 for information on choosing a memory card slot.

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A Delete

To delete selected images (0 260), all images taken on a selected date (0 261), or all images in a chosen location on a selected memory card (0 260), use the Delete option in the playback menu.

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. reactivate the display. standby timer expires automatically can be selected using Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 336).

Press the shutter-release button halfway to

The length of time before the

Exposure meters off Exposure meters on

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A The Built-in Flash

If additional lighting is required for correct exposure in i mode, the built-in flash will pop up automatically when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. is raised, photographs can only be taken when the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed. displayed, the flash is charging; remove your finger briefly from the shutter-release button and try again.

To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place.

If the flash-ready indicator is not

If the flash

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Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode)

The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a picture, and shooting as described on pages 34–36.

The following scenes can be selected by rotating the mode dial to h and rotating the main command dial until the desired scene appears in the monitor. To view the currently selected scene, press R.

Mode dial Main command dial Monitor

Portrait

Landscape

Child

Sports

Close up

Night portrait

Night landscape

Party/indoor

Beach/snow

Sunset

Dusk/dawn

Pet portrait

Candlelight

Blossom

Autumn colors

Food

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k Portrait

l Landscape

p Child

m Sports

Use for portraits with soft, naturallooking skin tones. If the subject is far from the background or a telephoto lens is used, background details will be softened to lend the composition a sense of depth.

Use for vivid landscape shots in daylight.

A Note

The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

Use for snapshots of children. Clothing and background details are vividly rendered, while skin tones remain soft and natural.

Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly.

A Note

The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

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n Close Up

o Night Portrait

r Night Landscape

s Party/Indoor

Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close ranges).

Use for a natural balance between the main subject and the background in portraits taken under low light.

Reduce noise and unnatural colors when photographing night landscapes, including street lighting and neon signs.

A Note

The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

Capture the effects of indoor background lighting. Use for parties and other indoor scenes.

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t Beach/Snow

u Sunset

v Dusk/Dawn

w Pet Portrait

Capture the brightness of sunlight expanses of water, snow, or sand.

A Note

The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.

Note

The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before dawn or after sunset.

A Note

The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

Use for portraits of active pets.

A Note

The AF-assist illuminator turns off.

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x Candlelight

y Blossom

z Autumn Colors

0 Food

For photographs taken by candlelight.

A Note

The built-in flash turns off.

Use for fields of flowers, orchards in bloom, and other landscapes featuring expanses of blossoms.

A Note

The built-in flash turns off.

Captures the brilliant reds and yellows in autumn leaves.

A Note

The built-in flash turns off.

Use for vivid photographs of food.

A Note

For flash photography, press the M (Y) button to raise the flash (0 182).

A Preventing Blur

Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds.

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Special Effects

Special effects can be used when taking photographs and shooting movies.

The following effects can be selected by rotating the mode dial to q and rotating the main command dial until the desired scene appears in the monitor. To view the currently selected effect, press R.

Mode dial Main command dial Monitor

Night vision

Color sketch

Miniature effect

Selective color

1 2 3

Silhouette

High key

Low key

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% Night Vision

g Color Sketch

Use under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities.

A Note

Pictures may be affected by noise in the form of randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines. the camera is unable to focus. The builtin flash turns off.

Manual focus can be used if

The camera detects and colors outlines for a color sketch effect. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 50).

A Note

Movies shot in this mode play back like a slide show made up of a series of stills.

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i Miniature Effect

u Selective Color

1 Silhouette

Create photos that appear to be pictures of dioramas. Works best when shooting from a high vantage point. Miniature effect movies play back at high speed, compressing about 45 minutes of footage shot at 1920 × 1080/30p into a movie that plays back in about three minutes. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 51).

A Note

Sound is not recorded with movies. built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 52).

A Note

The built-in flash turns off.

Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds.

A Note

The built-in flash turns off.

The

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2 High Key

Use when shooting bright scenes to create bright images that seem filled with light.

A Note

The built-in flash turns off.

3 Low Key

Use when shooting dark scenes to create dark, low-key images with prominent highlights.

A Note

The built-in flash turns off.

A Preventing Blur

Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds.

A NEF (RAW)

NEF (RAW) recording is not available in %, g, i, and u modes. Pictures taken when an NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG option is selected in these modes will be recorded as JPEG images. JPEG images created at settings of NEF (RAW )+JPEG will be recorded at the selected JPEG quality, while images recorded at a setting of NEF (RAW) will be recorded as fine-quality images.

A g and i Modes

Autofocus is not available during movie recording. The live view refresh rate will drop, together with the frame rate for continuous release mode; using autofocus during live view photography will disrupt the preview.

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Options Available in Live View

Settings for the selected effect are adjusted in the live view display but apply during live view and viewfinder photography and movie recording.

❚❚ g Color Sketch

1 Select live view.

Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.

a button

2 Adjust options.

Press J to display the options shown at right. Press 1 or 3 to highlight Vividness or Outlines and press 4 or 2 to change. Vividness can be increased to make colors more saturated, or decreased for a washedout, monochromatic effect, while outlines can be made thicker or thinner. Increasing the thickness of the lines also makes colors more saturated.

3 Press J.

Press J to exit when settings are complete. To resume viewfinder photography, press the a button. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs and movies recorded in live view or using the viewfinder.

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❚❚ i Miniature Effect

1 Select live view.

Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.

a button

2 Position the focus point.

Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that will be in focus and then press the shutterrelease button halfway to check focus. To temporarily clear miniature effect options from the display and enlarge the view in the monitor for precise focus, press X (T). Press W (S) to restore the miniature effect display.

3 Display options.

Press J to display miniature effect options.

4 Adjust options.

Press 4 or 2 to choose the orientation of the area that will be in focus and press 1 or 3 to adjust its width.

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5 Press J.

❚❚ u Selective Color

1 Select live view.

Press the a button. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.

a button

2 Display options.

Press J to display selective color options.

3 Select a color.

Frame an object in the white square in the center of the display and press 1 to choose the color of the object as one that will remain in the final image (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). To zoom in on the center of the display for more precise color selection, press X (T). Press W (S) to zoom out.

Selected color

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4 Choose the color range.

Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final image. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors.

Color range

5 Select additional colors.

To select additional colors, rotate the main command dial to highlight another of the three color boxes at the top of the display and repeat Steps 3 and 4 to select another color. Repeat for a third color if desired. To deselect the highlighted color, press O (Q). To r emove all colors, press and hold O (Q). A confirmation dialog will be displayed; select Ye s .

6 Press J.

Press J to exit when settings are complete. During shooting, only objects of the selected hues will be recorded in color; all others will be recorded in black-and-white. To resume viewfinder photography, press the a button. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs and movies recorded in live view or using the viewfinder.

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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

D Cover the Viewfinder

To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from interfering with photographs and exposure, remove the rubber eyecup and cover the viewfinder with the supplied eyepiece cap before shooting (0 107).

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 57.

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4 Focus.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus.

The focus point will flash green while the camera focuses. 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). Exposure can be locked by pressing the A AE-L/AF-L button (0 141); focus locks while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

If exposure preview is enabled, the effects of shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and exposure compensation (0 143) can be previewed in the monitor as shown at right (note that although exposure can be adjusted by ±5 EV, only values between –3 and +3 EV will be reflected in the preview display). To enable exposure preview, press the P button and select On for Exposure preview (0 62).

If the camera is

A AE-L/AF-L button

5 Take the picture.

Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. The monitor will turn off.

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6 Exit live view mode.

Press the a button to exit live view mode.

A Live View Zoom Preview

Press the X (T) button to magnify the view in the monitor up to a maximum of about 19 ×. frame at the bottom right corner of the display. to scroll to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor or press W (S) to zoom out.

A The Standby Timer

Regardless of the setting selected for Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 336), the standby timer will not expire during live view

photography.

A Previewing Focus During Live View Photography (P, S, A, and M Modes Only)

To temporarily select maximum aperture for an improved focus preview during live view photography, press the Pv button. To return aperture to its original value, press the button again or focus using autofocus. If the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down to take a picture during focus preview, aperture will return to the original value before the photo is taken.

A navigation window will appear in a gray

X (T) button Navigation window

Use the multi selector

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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 60.

❚❚ 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.

AF-S

shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Full-time servo AF: For moving subjects.

continuously until shutter-release button is pressed.

AF-F

locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

To choose an autofocus mode, press the AF-mode button and rotate the main command dial until the desired mode is displayed in the monitor.

Focu s-mode selector

Focus locks when

Camera focuses

Focus

AF-mode button Main command

dial

Monitor

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❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area Mode

The following AF-area modes can be selected during live view photography and movie live view:

Mode Description

Face -priori ty AF: Use for portraits. The camera automatically

detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces are detected, the camera will focus on the closest subject; to

choose a different subject, use the multi selector). camera can no longer detect the subject (because, for example, the subject has turned to face away from the camera), the border will no longer be displayed.

Wide-area AF: Use for hand-held shots of landscapes and other non-portrait subjects.

point anywhere in the frame, or press J to position the focus point in the center of the frame.

Normal-area AF: Use for pin-point focus on a selected spot in the frame.

Use the multi selector to move the focus point

anywhere in the frame, or press J to position the focus point in the center of the frame.

Subject-tracking AF: Use the multi selector to position the focus point over your subject and press J to start tracking. focus point will track the selected subject as it moves through the frame. camera may be unable to track subjects if they move quickly, leave the frame or are obscured by other objects, change visibly in size, color, or brightness, or are too small, too large, too bright, too dark, or similar in color or brightness to the background.

To end tracking, press J again. Note that the

Use the multi selector to move the focus

A tripod is recommended.

If the

The

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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

D Using Autofoc us in Live View Photography and Movie Live View

Use an AF-S lens. lenses or teleconverters. the monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses. focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus. situations:

• The subject contains lines parallel to the long edge of the frame

• The subject lacks contrast

• The subject in the focus point contains areas of sharply contrasting

brightness, or includes spot lighting or a neon sign or other light source that changes in brightness

• Flicker or banding appears under fluorescent, mercury-vapor, sodium-vapor, or similar lighting

• A cross (star) filter or other special filter is used

• The subject appears smaller than the focus point

• The subject is dominated by regular geometric patterns (e.g., blinds

or a row of windows in a skyscraper)

• The subject is moving

The desired results may not be achieved with other

Not e tha t in li ve vi ew, aut ofocus i s slo wer an d

The camera may be unable to focus in the following

The

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Manual Focus

To focus in manual focus mode (0 132), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is in focus.

To magnify the view in the monitor for precise focus, press the X (T) button.

X (T) button

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Using the P Button

The options listed below can be accessed by pressing the P 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 P-button menu. Press the P button again to exit to the shooting display.

Option Description

Choose image area

Image quality Choose image quality (0 115).

Image size Choose image size (0 118).

Set Picture Control Choose a Picture Control (0 165).

Active D-Lighting Adjust Active D-Lighting (0 175).

Remote control

mode (ML-L3)

Choose an image area for live view photography (0 111).

Choose a remote control mode (0 193).

P button

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Option Description

Press 1 or 3 to adjust monitor brightness for live view photography (note that this affects live view only and has no effect on

Monitor

brightness

Exposure preview

photographs or movies or on the brightness of the monitor for menus or playback; to adjust the brightness of the monitor for menus and playback without affecting live view photography or movie live view, use the Monitor brightness option in the setup menu as described on page 376).

Enable or disable exposure preview. If exposure preview is enabled, the effects of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity on exposure can be previewed during live view photography.

A Exposure Preview

When exposure preview is enabled, exposure can be adjusted by ±5 EV (0 143), although only values between –3 and +3 EV are reflected in the preview display. Note that the preview may not accurately reflect the final results when flash lighting is used, Active D-Lighting (0 175), High Dynamic Range (HDR; 0 177), or bracketing is in effect, A (auto) is selected for the Picture Control Contrast parameter (0 168), or a value other than 0 is s elec ted f or Clarity (0 168), or v is selected for shutter speed. If the subject is very bright or very dark, the exposure indicators will flash to warn that the preview may not accurately reflect exposure. Exposure preview is not available in special effect modes or when A or % is selected for shutter speed.

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The Live View Display: Live View Photography

Item Description 0

q Time remaining

w Autofocus mode The current autofocus mode. 57 e AF-area mode The current AF-area mode. 58

r Foc us poin t

t Exposure indic ator

The amount of time remaining before live view ends automatically. shooting will end in 30 s or less.

The current focus point. with the option selected for AF-area mode.

When On is selected for Exposure preview, the exposure indicator shows the difference between the metered exposure and the exposure that will be achieved at current settings.

Displayed if

The display varies

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The Information Display: Live View Photography

To hide or display indicators in the monitor during live view photography, press the R button.

Virtual horizon

(0 388) Information on Information off

Histogram (exposure

preview only; 0 62)

Framing guides

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D Shooting in Live View Mode

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. may occur if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves at high speed through the frame. monitor under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps can be reduced using Flicker reduction (0 380), although they may still be visible in the final photograph at some shutter speeds. in live view mode, avoid pointing the camera at the sun or other strong light sources. damage to the camera’s internal circuitry.

Movie recording is not available during live view photography and pressing the movie-record button has no effect. (0 66) to shoot movies.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in

Flicker and banding visible in the

In addition, distortion

When shooting

Select movie live view

D The Count Down Display

A count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically (0 63; 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; 0 337—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.

A HDMI

If the camera is attached to an HDMI video device during live view photography, the camera monitor will remain on and the video device will display the view through the lens.

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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 The 0 Icon

A 0 icon (0 74) indicates that movies can not be recorded.

3 Choose a focus mode (0 57).

a button

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4 Choose an AF-area mode (0 58).

5 Focus.

Frame the opening shot and focus as described in Steps 3 and 4 on pages 54 and 55 (for more information on focusing in movie live view, see page 59). Note that the number of subjects that can be detected in face-priority AF drops during movie recording.

A Exposure

The following settings can be adjusted in movie live view:

Aperture

P, S — — — ✔ ✔

A ✔ — — ✔ ✔ M ✔ ✔ ✔ — ✔

h, % — — — ✔ —

Other

shooting

modes

In mode M, shutter speed can be set to values between

4000 s (the slowest available shutter speed varies with the frame

rate; 0 319). If the result is over- or under-exposed, exit and restart movie live view.

Spot metering is not available during movie live view.

Shutter

speed

— — — — —

ISO

sensitivity

(0 322)

Exposure

compensation

25 s and

Metering

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A White Balance

In modes P, S, A, and M, white balance can be set at any time by pressing the L (U) button and rotating the main command dial (0 145).

6 Start recording.

Press the movie-record button to star t recording. A recordi ng indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Exposure can be locked by pressing the A AE-L/AF-L button (0 141) or altered by up to ±3 EV in steps of

3 EV using

exposure compensation (0 143). In autofocus mode, the camera can be refocused by pressing the shutterrelease button halfway.

A Audio

The camera can record both video and sound; do not cover the microphone on the front of the camera during movie recording (0 3).

Note that the built-in microphone may record sounds made by the camera or lens during autofocus, vibration reduction, or changes to aperture.

Movie-record button

Recording indicator

Time remaining

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7 End recording.

Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, or the memory card is full.

A Maximum Length

The maximum length for individual movie files is 4 GB (for maximum recording times, see page 319); note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length is reached (0 491).

D The Count-Down Disp lay

A count down will be displayed 30 s before movie recording ends automatically (0 63). 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. the internal circuits to cool before resuming movie recording.

Depending on shooting conditions, the

8 Exit movie live view.

Press the a button to exit movie live view.

Wait for

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Indices

If Index marking is selected as the “press” option for Custom Setting g1 (Assign Fn button, 0 370), g2 (Assign

preview button, 0 372), or g3 (Assign AE-L/AF-L button, 0 373), you can press

the selected button during recording to add indices that can be used to locate frames during editing and playback (0 80; note that indices can not be added in i mode). Up to 20 indices can be added to each movie.

A See Also

Frame size, frame rate, microphone sensitivity, card slot, and ISO sensitivity options are available in the movie shooting menu (0 318). Focus can be adjusted manually as described on page 60. The roles played by the J, Fn, Pv, and AAE-L/AF-L buttons can be chosen using Custom Settings f1 (OK button; 0 354), g1 (Assign Fn button;

0 370), g2 (Assign preview button; 0 372), and g3 (Assign AE-L/ AF-L button, 0 373), respectively (the last three options also allow

you to lock exposure without having to keep a button pressed). Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button; 0 373) controls whether the shutter-release button can be used to start movie live view or to start and end movie recording.

Pv button

Inde

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Using the P Button

The options listed below can be accessed by pressing the P button in movie live view (Microphone

sensitivity, Frequency response, Wind noise reduction, Multi-selector power aperture, and Highlight display can be

adjusted while recording is in progress). 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 P-button menu. Press the P button again to exit to the shooting display.

Option Description

Choose image area Choose image area for movie live view (0 76).

Frame size/

frame rate

Movie quality Choose movie quality (0 320).

Microphone

sensitivity

Select a frame size and rate (0 319).

Press 1 or 3 to adjust microphone sensitivity (0 320). and optional stereo microphones are affected.

Both the built-in

P button

Frequency

response

Control the frequency response of the built-in microphone or optional stereo microphones (0 320).

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Option Description

Wind noise

reduction

Set Picture Control

Destination

Monitor

brightness

Multi-selector

power aperture

Highlight display

Headphone

volume

Enable or disable wind noise reduction using the built-in microphone’s low-cut filter (0 321).

Choose a Picture Control (0 321). parameter does not apply to movies.

When two memory cards are inserted, you can choose the card to which movies are recorded (0 319).

Press 1 or 3 to adjust monitor brightness for movie live view (note that this affects live view only and has no effect on photographs or movies or on the brightness of the monitor for menus or playback; 0 62).

Select Enable to enable power aperture (P, S, A, and M modes only). Press 1 to narrow the aperture, 3 to widen the aperture.

Choose whether the brightest areas of the frame (highlights) are shown by slanting lines in the display during movie live view. option, select mode P, S, A, or M.

Press 1 or 3 to adjust headphone volume (0 73).

To access this

The Clarity

Highlights

Nikon 1543, 1549 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Package Contents

Table of Contents

For Your Safety

Notices

Wireless

Introduction

Getting to Know the Camera

The Camera Body

The Mode Dial

The Release-Mode Dial

The Control Panel

The Viewfinder

The Information Display

Using the Tilting Monitor

The Multi Selector

Camera Menus

Using Camera Menus

First Steps

Basic Photography and Playback

Basic Playback

Deleting Unwanted Photographs

Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode)

k Portrait

l Landscape

p Child

m Sports

n Close Up

o Night Portrait

r Night Landscape

s Party/Indoor

t Beach/Snow

u Sunset

v Dusk/Dawn

w Pet Portrait

x Candlelight

y Blossom

z Autumn Colors

0 Food

Special Effects

% Night Vision

g Color Sketch

i Miniature Effect

u Selective Color

1 Silhouette

2 High Key

3 Low Key

Options Available in Live View

Live View Photography

Focus

Manual Focus

The Live View Display: Live View Photography

The Information Display: Live View Photography

Movie Live View

Indices