Nikon 6MB12911-03, SB2G03-11 User Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

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Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all those 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.

Help

Use the camera’s on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. See page 22 for details.

Digitutor

Digitutor, a series of “watch and learn” manuals in movie form, is available from the following website:

http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html

A For Your Safety

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

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Where to Find It

Find what you’re looking for from:

The Table of Contents..............................................................

The Q&A Index.........................................................................

The Quick Start Guide .............................................................0xxii

The Index..................................................................................0449

Error Messages ........................................................................0424

Troubleshooting......................................................................0419

Introduction 0 1

Tut ori al 0 19

Live View Photography 0 49

Movie Live View 0 63

Image Recording Options 0 85

Focus 0 97

Release Mode 0 111

ISO Sensitivity 0 117

Exposure 0 123

White Balance 0 153

Image Enhancement 0 173

Flash Photography 0 191

Other Shooting Options 0 207

More About Playback 0 235

Voice Memos 0 255

Connections 0 263

Menu Guide 0 283

Technical Notes 0 385

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Q&A Index

Find what you’re looking for using this “question and answer” index.

Taking Photographs

Shooting and Framing Options

Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots? xxii, 40 Can I frame photos in the monitor (C live view photography)? Can I shoot movies (1 movie live view)? 63 Can I join photographs taken at regular intervals to create a time-lapse movie?

Release Modes

Can I take photos in quick succession? 111 How do I take pictures with the self-timer? 114

Focus

Can I choose how the camera focuses? 97 Can I choose the focus point? 103

Exposure

Can I make photos brighter or darker? 137

How do I preserve details in shadows and highlights?

Image Quality and Size

How do I take pictures for printing at large sizes? How can I get more pictures on the memory card?

Viewing Photographs

Playback

How do I view photographs on the camera? 235 How do I view more information about a photo? 238 Can I view photos in an automatic slide show? 291 Can I view photos on a TV? 280 Can I protect photos from accidental deletion? 249

Deletion

How do I delete unwanted photos? 251

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186

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Retouching Photographs

How do I create retouched copies of photos? 361 How do I make JPEG copies of RAW (NEF) photos? 372

Can I trim movie footage on the camera or save movie stills?

Menus and Settings

How do I use the menus? 19 How do I keep the displays from turning off? 316, 317 How do I focus the viewfinder? 38 How do I set the camera clock? 30, 348 How do I format memory cards? 36

How do I restore default settings?

How do I get help for a menu or message? 22

Connections

How do I copy photos to a computer? 263 How do I print photos? 271 Can I print the date of recording on my photos? 274

Maintenance and Optional Accessories

What memory cards can I use? 442 What lenses can I use? 385 What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use? 192 What other accessories are available for my camera? What software is available for my camera? How do I clean the camera? 398 Where should I take my camera for servicing and repairs?

207, 295,

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Q&A Index ................................................................................................. ii

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

Notices.................................................................................................... xvi

Quick Start Guide............................................................................... xxii

Introduction 1

Package Contents...................................................................................1

Getting to Know the Camera..............................................................2

Camera Body....................................................................................... 2

The Top Control Panel ..................................................................... 7

The Rear Control Panel.................................................................... 9

The Viewfinder Display..................................................................11

The Information Display................................................................13

The BS-2 Accessory Shoe Cover .................................................17

Tutorial 19

Camera Menus...................................................................................... 19

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

Help ......................................................................................................22

First Steps ............................................................................................... 23

Charge the Battery ..........................................................................23

Insert the Battery .............................................................................25

Attach a Lens.....................................................................................28

Basic Setup.........................................................................................30

Insert a Memory Card.....................................................................33

Format the Memory Card .............................................................36

Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...............................................................38

Basic Photography and Playback................................................... 40

Turn the Camera On .......................................................................40

Ready the Camera ...........................................................................42

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Focus and Shoot.............................................................................. 43

Viewing Photographs.................................................................... 46

Deleting Unwanted Photographs............................................. 47

Live View Photography 49

Focusing in Live View .................................................................... 52

The Live View Display: Live View Photography ...................55

The Information Display: Live View Photography............... 58

Manual Focus ................................................................................... 59

Live View Shutter Release Options........................................... 60

Movie Live View 63

Indices................................................................................................. 67

The Live View Display: Movie Live View ................................. 68

The Information Display: Movie Live View............................. 70

Image Area ........................................................................................71

Movie Settings .................................................................................74

Viewing Movies .................................................................................... 77

Editing Movies ...................................................................................... 79

Trimming Movies ............................................................................ 79

Saving Selected Frames................................................................ 83

Image Recording Options 85

Image Area............................................................................................. 85

Image Quality........................................................................................ 90

Image Size .............................................................................................. 93

Using Two Memory Cards ................................................................ 95

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Focus 97

Autofocus ............................................................................................... 97

Autofocus Mode ..............................................................................97

AF-Area Mode................................................................................ 100

Focus Point Selection.................................................................. 103

Focus Lock....................................................................................... 105

Manual Focus ......................................................................................108

Release Mode 111

Choosing a Release Mode ..............................................................111

Continuous Release Modes ...................................................... 112

Self-Timer Mode.................................................................................114

Mirror up Mode ..................................................................................116

ISO Sensitivity 117

Manual Adjustment ..........................................................................117

Auto ISO Sensitivity Control ..........................................................119

Exposure 123

Metering ...............................................................................................123

Exposure Mode...................................................................................125

e: Programmed Auto ..................................................................126

f: Shutter-Priority Auto ..............................................................127

g: Aperture-Priority Auto ...........................................................128

h: Manual......................................................................................... 129

Long Time-Exposures.......................................................................131

Shutter-Speed and Aperture Lock...............................................133

Autoexposure (AE) Lock ..................................................................135

Exposure Compensation.................................................................137

Bracketing ............................................................................................139

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White Balance 153

White Balance Options ....................................................................153

Fine-Tuning White Balance............................................................156

Choosing a Color Temperature ....................................................160

Preset Manual .....................................................................................163

Image Enhancement 173

Picture Controls..................................................................................173

Selecting a Picture Control........................................................173

Modifying Existing Picture Controls.......................................175

Creating Custom Picture Controls..........................................179

Sharing Custom Picture Controls............................................182

Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows .........................184

Active D-Lighting..........................................................................184

High Dynamic Range (HDR) ......................................................186

Flash Photography 191

Using a Flash .......................................................................................191

The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) ..........................192

i-TTL Flash Control........................................................................198

Flash Modes.........................................................................................199

Flash Compensation.........................................................................202

FV Lock ..................................................................................................204

Other Shooting Options 207

Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings .......................207

Multiple Exposure .............................................................................210

Interval Timer Photography ..........................................................216

Time-Lapse Photography ...............................................................223

Non-CPU Lenses.................................................................................228

Using a GPS Unit ................................................................................231

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More About Playback 235

Viewing Images ..................................................................................235

Full-Frame Playback .................................................................... 235

Thumbnail Playback .................................................................... 235

Playback Controls ........................................................................ 236

Photo Information.............................................................................238

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom........................................247

Protecting Photographs from Deletion.....................................249

Deleting Photographs .....................................................................251

Full-Frame and Thumbnail Playback..................................... 251

The Playback Menu...................................................................... 253

Voice Memos 255

Recording Voice Memos .................................................................255

Playing Voice Memos .......................................................................260

Connections 263

Connecting to a Computer ............................................................263

Before Connecting the Camera............................................... 263

Direct USB Connection............................................................... 267

Ethernet and Wireless Networks............................................. 269

Printing Photographs.......................................................................271

Connecting the Printer............................................................... 272

Printing Pictures One at a Time............................................... 273

Printing Multiple Pictures.......................................................... 275

Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set .................................277

Viewing Photographs on TV ..........................................................280

HDMI Options ................................................................................281

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Menu Guide 283

D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ..............................283

Playback Folder.........................................................................284

Hide Image..................................................................................284

Playback Display Options......................................................285

Copy Image(s)............................................................................286

Image Review.............................................................................289

After Delete ................................................................................290

Rotate Tall ...................................................................................290

Slide Show...................................................................................291

C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ..............................293

Shooting Menu Bank...............................................................294

Extended Menu Banks............................................................295

Storage Folder...........................................................................296

File Naming.................................................................................298

Color Space.................................................................................299

Vignette Control .......................................................................300

Auto Distortion Control .........................................................301

Long Exposure NR (Long Exposure Noise Reduction)

High ISO NR ................................................................................302

A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings...............303

Custom Settings Bank.............................................................305

a: Autofocus ....................................................................................307

a1: AF-C Priority Selection.....................................................307

a2: AF-S Priority Selection .....................................................308

a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On........................................309

a4: AF Activation.......................................................................309

a5: Focus Point Illumination .................................................310

a6: Focus Point Wrap-Around..............................................310

a7: Number of Focus Points..................................................311

a8: Assign AF-ON Button .......................................................311

a9: Assign AF-ON Button (Vert.) ..........................................312

a10: Store Points by Orientation.........................................312

b: Metering/Exposure..................................................................313

b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value ..............................................313

b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl ...........................................313

b3: Exp./Flash Comp. Step Value ........................................313

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b4: Easy Exposure Compensation...................................... 314

b5: Center-Weighted Area.................................................... 315

b6: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure........................................ 315

c: Timers/AE Lock.......................................................................... 316

c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L......................................... 316

c2: Standby Timer .................................................................... 316

c3: Self-Timer ............................................................................. 317

c4: Monitor off Delay ..............................................................317

d: Shooting/Display ..................................................................... 318

d1: Beep....................................................................................... 318

d2: Shooting Speed................................................................. 318

d3: Max. Continuous Release............................................... 319

d4: Exposure Delay Mode .....................................................319

d5: File Number Sequence ...................................................320

d6: Viewfinder Grid Display.................................................. 321

d7: Control Panel/Viewfinder ..............................................321

d8: Screen Tips .......................................................................... 321

d9: Information Display .........................................................322

d10: LCD Illumination............................................................. 322

e: Bracketing/Flash....................................................................... 323

e1: Flash Sync Speed............................................................... 323

e2: Flash Shutter Speed .........................................................324

e3: Optional Flash ....................................................................324

e4: Exposure Comp. for Flash ..............................................325

e5: Modeling Flash................................................................... 325

e6: Auto Bracketing Set ......................................................... 325

e7: Auto Bracketing (Mode M)............................................. 326

e8: Bracketing Order ............................................................... 326

f: Controls ........................................................................................327

f1: Multi Selector Center Button ......................................... 327

f2: Multi Selector....................................................................... 328

f3: Assign Fn Button................................................................ 328

f4: Assign Preview Button ..................................................... 333

f5: Assign Sub-selector........................................................... 333

f6: Assign Sub-selector Center ............................................333

f7: Assign Fn Button (Vert.)................................................... 334

f8: Shutter Spd & Aperture Lock ......................................... 334

f9: Assign BKT Button.............................................................. 335

f10: Customize Command Dials.......................................... 336

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f11: Release Button to Use Dial............................................337

f12: Slot Empty Release Lock................................................338

f13: Reverse Indicators............................................................338

f14: Assign Multi Selector (Vert.).........................................338

f15: Playback Zoom .................................................................339

f16: Assign Movie Record Button........................................339

g: Movie ............................................................................................340

g1: Assign Fn Button ...............................................................340

g2: Assign Preview Button ....................................................341

g3: Assign Sub-selector Center ...........................................342

g4: Assign Shutter Button .....................................................343

B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup...............................................344

Format Memory Card..............................................................345

Monitor Brightness ..................................................................345

Image Dust Off Ref Photo......................................................346

Flicker Reduction......................................................................348

Time Zone and Date................................................................348

Language.....................................................................................349

Auto Image Rotation...............................................................350

Battery Info .................................................................................351

Image Comment.......................................................................352

IPTC................................................................................................354

Save/Load Settings..................................................................356

Virtual Horizon...........................................................................358

AF Fine-Tune ..............................................................................359

Firmware Version......................................................................360

N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies .............361

D-Lighting...................................................................................364

Red-Eye Correction..................................................................365

Trim................................................................................................366

Monochrome .............................................................................367

Filter Effects ................................................................................367

Color Balance .............................................................................368

Image Overlay............................................................................369

NEF (RAW) Processing.............................................................372

Resize ............................................................................................374

Straighten....................................................................................376

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Distortion Control.................................................................... 377

Perspective Control................................................................. 378

Side-by-Side Comparison .....................................................378

O My Menu/m Recent Settings....................................................380

Technical Notes 385

Compatible Lenses............................................................................385

Other Accessories ..............................................................................391

Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter................. 396

Caring for the Camera......................................................................398

Storage ............................................................................................. 398

Cleaning........................................................................................... 398

The Low-Pass Filter ......................................................................399

“Clean Now”............................................................................... 399

“Clean at Startup/Shutdown”.............................................. 400

Manual Cleaning ......................................................................402

Replacing the Clock Battery...................................................... 406

Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions..........................408

Defaults .................................................................................................412

Exposure Program.............................................................................418

Troubleshooting ................................................................................419

Error Messages....................................................................................424

Specifications ......................................................................................430

Calibrating Batteries.................................................................... 440

Approved Memory Cards ...............................................................442

Memory Card Capacity ....................................................................444

Battery Life ...........................................................................................447

Index.......................................................................................................449

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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.

❚❚ WARNINGS

A Keep 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.

A Do not look at the sun through the

viewfinder

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

A Using 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.

A Turn 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.

A 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.

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A Do 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.

A Keep out of reach of children

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

In addition,

Should a child

A Do 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.

A Do 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 lowtemperature burns.

A Observe proper precautions when

handling batteries

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product:

• Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment.

• Use only CR1616 lithium batteries to replace the clock battery. Using another type of battery could

cause an explosion. Dispose of used batteries as directed.

• 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 battery. 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.

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A Observe proper precautions when

handling the charger

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.

• Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

• Do not 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 electric shock.

• Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters. to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.

Fai lure

A Use appropriate cables

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

A CD-ROMs

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

A Do not aim a flash at the operator of a

motor vehicle

Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

A Observe caution when using the flash

• Using optional flash units in close contact with the skin or other objects could cause burns.

• Using optional flash units close to the subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the subject.

A Avoid 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.

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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.

Notices for Customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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).

ATTENTION

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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. household waste.

• For more information, contact the

retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

Do not dispose of as

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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

The Battery Charger

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Thi s 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. 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.

If this equipment does cause

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.

The accessory power cord must be used

For USA only: Over AC 125 V

Use a power cord over AWG 18 in size suited to the voltage in use with plugs rated for AC 250 V 15 A (NEMA 6P-15) and a minimum of SVT type cord for insulation.

Power S upply C ord

Use a UL Listed, 1.8 to 3 m (6 to 10 ft), SPT-2, AWG no. 18 power supply cord rated for 125 V 7 A, with a non-polarized NEMA 1-15P plug rated for 125 V 15 A.

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Notice for Customers in the State of California WARNIN G: 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.

hands after handling.

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please no te 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 preset manual (0 168). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices.

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

Wash

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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.

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. 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. 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.

Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers,

• Cautions on cer tain 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 no tices

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.

The use of third-party

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AVC Pate nt Portfol io Licen se

HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CON SUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FO R ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE

http://www.mpegla.com

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 YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON

WARRANTY.

THE USE OF NON-NIKON

D Servicing the Camera and Accessories

The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing.

recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or a

Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years,

and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees

apply to these services).

Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be included when the camera is inspected or serviced.

Nikon

A Before Taking Important Pictures

Before taking pictures on important 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

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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 users 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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Quick Start Guide

Follow these steps for a quick start with the D4.

1 Attach the camera strap.

Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets.

2 Charge (0 23) and insert (0 25) the battery.

Attach the battery-chamber cover before inserting the battery.

3 Attach a lens (0 28).

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4 Insert a memory card (0 33).

Back

5 Turn the camera on (0 40).

A See Also

For information on choosing a language and setting the time and date, see page 30. viewfinder focus.

See page 38 for information on adjusting

6 Select autofocus (0 97).

Rotate the focus-mode selector to AF (autofocus).

7 Focus and shoot (0 43, 44).

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, then press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph.

8 View the

photograph (0 46).

K button

Focus-mode selector

Focus indicator

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Introduction

Package Contents

Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera. Memory cards are sold separately.

•D4 digital

camera (0 2)

• EN-EL18 rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover (0 23, 25)

• MH-26 battery charger with power cable and two contact protectors (0 23, 440)

•AN-DC7 strap (0 xxii)

•Warranty

• User’s Manual (this guide)

• Quick Guide

•Network Guide

• ViewNX 2 installer CD (0 263)

• BF-1B body cap (0 28,

394)

• BS-2 accessory shoe cover (

017,

191)

• UC-E15 USB cable

(0 267, 272)

•USB cable clip

(0 267)

• UF-2 connector cover for stereo mini plug cable (0 395)

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Getting to Know the Camera

Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual.

Camera Body

You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and

1 D button

Bracketing .......141, 145, 149, 335

2 Release mode dial

lock release .................................... 111

3 Eyelet for camera strap............... xxii

4 M button

Flash mode.................................200

Flash compensation.................202

5 Y button

Metering..................................... 124

6 Release mode dial........................111

7 Power switch .............................10, 40

8 Shutter-release button ...........43, 44

9 Movie-record button............ 65, 339

10 E button

Exposure compensation.........137

11 I/Q button

Exposure mode .........................125

Formatting memory cards ....... 36

12 Eyelet for camera strap ............... xxii

13 Top control panel ............................. 7

14 Focal plane mark (E).................109

15 Diopter adjustment control......... 38

16 Accessory shoe

(for optional flash unit) ........17, 191

17 Accessory shoe cover

.......................................... 17, 191, 410

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1 Mirror..................................... 116, 402

2 Self-timer lamp ............................ 115

3 Microphone (for movies)

................................................65, 69, 75

4 Flash sync terminal cover .......... 191

5 Ten-pin remote terminal

cover ...................................... 231, 394

6 Flash sync terminal...................... 191

7 Ten-pin remote terminal... 231, 394

8 USB connector cover.......... 267, 272

9 Peripheral connector cover....... 391

10 Audio connector cover..................69

11 HDMI/Ethernet connector

cover ...................................... 269, 280

12 Peripheral connector.................. 391

13 USB connector..................... 267, 272

14 Headphone connector .........69, 261

15 Connector for external

microphone......................................69

16 HDMI mini-pin connector.......... 280

17 Ethernet connector ..................... 269

18 Lens release button........................29

19 AF-mode button...... 52, 54, 98, 101

20 Battery-chamber cover latch .......25

21 Battery-chamber cover .................25

22 Focus-mode selector .....52, 97, 108

23 Meter coupling lever................... 433

24 Body cap ..................................28, 394

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Camera Body (Continued)

1 Pv button

Using the Pv button

............................. 67, 125, 333, 341

2 Sub-command dial ......................336

3 Fn button

Using the Fn button

............................. 89, 205, 328, 340

4 Sub-command dial for

vertical shooting...........................336

5 Shutter-release button for

vertical shooting

6 Vertical shooting shutter-release

button lock....................................... 42

7 Fn button (vertical)

Using the Fn button (vertical)

8 CPU contacts

9 Mounting index.............................. 29

10 Lens mount............................. 29, 109

11 Tripod socke t

D The Microphone and Speaker

Do not place the microphone or speaker in close proximity to magnetic devices. recorded on the magnetic devices.

Failure to observe this precaution could affect the data

....334

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1 Viewfinder eyepiece .............39, 114

2 Eyepiece shutter lever..........39, 114

3 O/Q button

Deletion ...............................47, 251

Formatting memory cards........36

4 K button

Playback...............................46, 235

5 Monitor ..............46, 49, 63, 235, 345

6 G button

Menus...................................19, 283

7 L (Z/Q) button

Protection.................................. 249

Picture Controls........................ 173

Help................................................ 22

8 X button

Playback zoom in..................... 247

9 W button

Thumbnails ............................... 235

Playback zoom out.................. 247

10 J (OK) button........................20, 236

11 R (info) button........................ 13, 16

12 Rear control panel................... 9, 321

13 S button

ISO sensitivity ........................... 117

Auto ISO sensitivity control... 119

Two-button reset..................... 207

14 T button

Image quality and size........91, 93

15 U button

White balance......... 153, 159, 162

Two-button reset..................... 207

16 H button

Using the microphone

.................................... 256, 257, 258

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Camera Body (Continued)

1 Viewfinder........................................ 38

2 Sub-selector

...................... 104, 105, 135, 333, 342

3 B button

AF-ON................................... 99, 311

4 Main command dial.....................336

5 Multi selector ...................20, 45, 237

6 Card slot cover release button

(under cover)................................... 33

7 Memory card slot cover..........33, 35

8 C button

Using the AF-ON button for

vertical shooting.......................312

9 Main command dial (vertical)...336

Speaker .................................... 77, 261

10 Focus selector lock.......................103

11 Microphone

(for voice memos) ........................255

12 Live view selector.................... 49, 63

13 a button

Live view................................ 49, 63

14 Multi selector (vertical) ...............338

15 Memory card access lamp..... 34, 44

16 Ambient brightness sensor for

automatic monitor brightness

control...................................... 57, 345

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The Top Control Panel

4 5

6 7 8

Shutter speed...........................127, 129

AF-area mode ............................ 98, 102

Exposure compensation value .....137

Flash compensation value............. 202

Number of shots in exposure and flash bracketing

sequence............................................141

Number of shots in

WB bracketing sequence ...............145

HDR exposure differential..............190

Number of exposures (multiple

exposure) ...........................................212

Number of intervals for

interval timer photography...........220

Focal length (non-CPU lenses) .....230

ISO sensitivity....................................117

Flexible program indicator............126

Exposure mode.................................125

Shooting menu bank ......................294

Custom settings bank.....................305

XQD card indicator.......................35, 36

CompactFlash card indicator....35, 36

12 13

Number of exposures remaining

........................................................41, 444

Number of shots remaining before

memory buffer fills................. 113, 444

Capture mode indicator................. 265

Aperture stop indicator......... 128, 388

Aperture (f-number)

Aperture (number of stops)

Bracketing increment ............ 142, 146

Number of shots in ADL bracketing

sequence............................................149

Number of shots per interval........ 220

Maximum aperture

(non-CPU lenses) .............................230

PC mode indicator........................... 269

Battery indicator .................................40

Frame count.........................................45

Preset white balance

recording indicator..........................165

Active D-Lighting amount.... 150, 332

Manual lens number....................... 230

Time-lapse recording indicator .... 226

“K” (appears when memory remains

for over 1000 exposures)..................41

............... 128, 129

... 128, 388

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14 15 16

20 21

Clock battery indicator ............ 32, 406

FV lock indicator...............................205

Shutter-speed lock icon .................133

Flash sync indicator.........................323

Flash mode........................................199

Metering.............................................124

AF-area mode indicator.........100, 102

Auto-area AF indicator ..........101, 102

3D-tracking indicator............. 100, 102

Autofocus mode.................................97

Interval timer indicator...................220

Time-lapse on indicator .................226

Multiple exposure indicator.......... 211

Aperture lock icon ...........................134

HDR (series) indicator .....................190

Multiple exposure (series)

indicator.............................................212

GPS connection indicator ..............232

HDR indicator....................................187

“Beep” indicator...............................318

Exposure compensation

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

Flash compensation indicator ......202

22 23 24

25 26 27

28 29 30

Exposure and flash

bracketing indicator........................141

WB bracketing indicator ................ 145

ADL bracketing indicator............... 149

Active D-Lighting indicator

Exposure indicator ..........................130

Exposure compensation

display ................................................137

Bracketing progress indicator:

Exposure and flash bracketing

WB bracketing............................... 145

ADL bracketing.............................. 149

PC connection indicator ................265

.... 150, 332

..... 141

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The Rear Control Panel

1 2

4 5

“Remaining” indicator ....................321

Image size............................................93

ISO sensitivity indicator..................117

Auto ISO sensitivity

indicator.............................................121

ISO sensitivity....................................117

ISO sensitivity (high/low gain)......118

Number of exposures remaining

Length of voice memo....................258

White balance fine-tuning.............159

White balance preset number......164

Color temperature..................153, 160

PC mode indicator ...........................265

“K” (appears when memory remains

for over 1000 exposures).................. 41

Color temperature indicator .........162

....321

Image quality (JPEG images) ...........90

Voice memo recording

indicator (shooting mode) ............ 256

Voice memo status

indicator.................................... 258, 259

Voice memo recording

mode...................................................256

White balance...................................153

White balance fine-tuning

indicator............................................. 159

White balance preset protection

indicator............................................. 171

Secondary slot function....................95

Image quality.......................................90

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A LCD Illuminators

Rotating the power switch toward activates the standby timer, control panel backlights (LCD illuminators), and button backlights (0 making it easier to use the camera in the dark. After the power switch is released, the backlights 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

again.

322

Power switch

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The Viewfinder Display

9101112 13 1415 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25

234

1 Framing grid (displayed when On

is selected for Custom Setting d6)

.......................................................... 321

2 12-mm reference circle for center-

weighted metering ..................... 123

3 AF area brackets.............................. 38

4 Focus points..........43, 103, 310, 311

Spot metering targets ................ 123

AF-area mode indicator ............. 101

Roll indicator 1 ............................. 331

5 Exposure indicator....................... 130

Exposure compensation display

.......................................................... 137

Bracketing progress indicator:

Exposure and flash

bracketing.................................. 141

WB bracketing .......................... 145

ADL bracketing......................... 149

Pitch indicator

6 Exposure compensation

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

Flash compensation indicator

........................... 331

... 202

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7 Bracketing indicator:

Exposure and flash

bracketing ..................................139

WB bracketing........................... 145

ADL bracketing .........................149

8 Focus indicator....................... 43, 109

9 Metering.........................................123

10 Autoexposure (AE) lock ..............135

11 Exposure mode.............................125

12 Shutter speed lock icon ..............133

13 Shutter speed.......................127, 129

Autofocus mode ............................. 97

14 Aperture lock icon........................134

15 Aperture (f-number)........... 128, 129

Aperture

(number of stops)................128, 388

16 ISO sensitivity indicator.............. 117

Auto ISO sensitivity indicator

17 ISO sensitivity................................117

Active D-Lighting amount .........332

AF-area mode.......................101, 102

18 Network display............................269

1 Functions as a pitch indicator when camera is rotated to take pictures in “tall”

(portrait) orientation.

2 Functions as a roll indicator when camera is rotated to take pictures in “tall” (portrait)

orientation.

3 Displayed when an optional flash unit is attached (0 192). The flash-ready indicator

lights when the flash is charged.

.....120

19 Frame count...................................321

Number of exposures

remaining....................... 41, 321, 444

Number of shots remaining before

memory buffer fills ...... 43, 113, 444

Preset white balance

recording indicator ......................165

Exposure compensation value

Flash compensation value.........202

PC mode indicator........................265

20 “K” (appears when memory

remains for over 1000

exposures)........................................ 41

21 Flash-ready indicator

........................................195, 205, 434

22 FV lock indicator ...........................205

23 Flash sync indicator .....................323

24 Aperture stop indicator .....128, 388

25 Low battery warning..................... 40

.....137

D No Battery

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

The viewfinder display will return to normal when a fully-

This is normal and does not indicate a

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

Shooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, frame count, number of exposures remaining, and AF-area mode, is displayed in the monitor when the R button is pressed.

123 4 5 6

R button

21 20

19 18

16 15 14 13 12

Exposure mode.................................125

Flexible program indicator............126

Shutter-speed lock icon .................133

Shutter speed...........................127, 129

Exposure compensation value .....137

Flash compensation value............. 202

Number of shots in exposure and

flash bracketing sequence.............141

Number of shots in WB bracketing

sequence............................................145

Number of exposures (multiple

exposure) ...........................................212

Focal length (non-CPU lenses) .....230

Multiple exposure indicator..........211

7 8 9

111111

Aperture (f-number) ..............128, 129

Aperture (number of stops)

Bracketing increment ............ 142, 146

Number of shots in ADL bracketing

sequence............................................149

Maximum aperture

(non-CPU lenses) .............................230

Exposure indicator...........................130

Exposure compensation display Bracketing progress indicator:

Exposure and flash bracketing

WB bracketing............................... 145

ADL bracketing..............................149

“Beep” indicator............................... 318

.... 128, 388

..... 137

... 141

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Position of current frame in

bracketing sequence .............150, 151

ADL bracketing amount ................ 150

“K” (appears when memory

remains for over 1000

exposures) ........................................... 41

Frame count .......................................45

Manual lens number.......................230

Sub-selector center

assignment........................................342

Pv button assignment ....................333

Active D-Lighting indicator...........185

High ISO noise reduction

indicator.............................................302

Shooting menu bank ......................294

Number of exposures

remaining ...................................41, 444

Exposure and flash

bracketing indicator........................141

WB bracketing indicator ................ 145

ADL bracketing indicator............... 149

Auto-area AF indicator.......... 101, 102

Focus points indicator.................... 103

AF-area mode indicator........ 100, 101

3D-tracking indicator ............ 100, 102

Flash mode........................................ 199

Flash sync indicator.........................323

A Turning the Monitor Off

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

A See Also

For information on choosing how long the monitor stays on, see Custom Setting c4 (Monitor off delay, 0 317). For information on changing the color of the lettering in the information display, see Custom Setting d9 (Information display, 0 322).

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The Information Display (Continued)

27 28

46 45 44

23 24 26

29 30 31 32 33 34

35 36 37

42 41 40 39 38

Release mode indicator..................111

Continuous shooting speed.......... 112

FV lock indicator...............................205

Clock battery indicator ............32, 406

Interval timer indicator...................220

Time-lapse indicator .......................226

GPS connection indicator ..............232

Aperture stop indicator.........128, 388

Aperture lock icon ...........................134

HDR (series) indicator .....................190

Multiple exposure (series)

indicator.............................................212

Image comment indicator............. 352

indicator.............................................353

IPTC indicator....................................354

Network display ...............................269

Exposure compensation

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

Flash compensation indicator...... 202

Battery indicator .................................40

HDR indicator ...................................187

HDR exposure differential ............. 190

Picture Control indicator................ 174

Function assigned to Fn button

(vert.) .................................................. 334

Fn button assignment..................... 328

D button assignment................. 335

Long exposure noise reduction

indicator............................................. 302

Custom settings bank..................... 305

Autofocus mode indicator.........97, 98

Vignette control indicator .............300

Image area indicator..........................85

Metering ............................................123

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❚❚ Changing Settings in the Information Display

To change settings for the items listed below, press the R button in the information display.

Highlight items using the multi

selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item.

R button

1 Shooting menu bank...................294

2 High ISO noise reduction ...........302

3 Active D-Lighting.........................184

4 Pv button assignment.................333

5 Sub-selector center

assignment .................................... 333

A Too l Tips

A tool tip giving the name of the selected item appears in the information display. be turned off using Custom Setting d8 (Screen tips; 0 321).

6 Fn button (vert.) assignment.....334

7 Fn button assignment .................328

8 D button assignment..............335

9 Long exposure noise

reduction........................................302

10 Custom settings bank .................305

Too l tip s can

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The BS-2 Accessory Shoe Cover

The supplied BS-2 accessory shoe cover can be used to protect the accessory shoe or to prevent light reflected from the metal parts of the shoe from appearing in photographs. The BS-2 attaches to the camera accessory shoe as shown at right.

To remove the accessory shoe cover, hold it down with your thumb and slide it off as shown at right while keeping a firm grip on the camera.

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Tutorial

Camera Menus

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

Tab s

Choose from the following menus:

• D: Playback (0 283) • B: Setup (0 344)

• C: Shooting (0 293) • N: Retouch (0 361)

• A: Custom Settings (0 303) • O/m: My Menu or Recent settings (defaults to My Menu; 0 380)

Slider shows position in current menu.

Current settings are shown by icons.

Menu options

Options in current menu.

If d icon is displayed, help for current item can be viewed by pressing

L (Z/Q) button (0 22).

G button

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Using Camera Menus

❚❚ Menu Controls

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

Multi selector

Move cursor up

Cancel and return to previous menu

Move cursor down

❚❚ Navigating the Menus

Follow the steps below to navigate the menus.

Select highlighted item

Select highlighted item or display sub-menu

J button

Select highlighted item

1 Display the menus.

Press the G button to display the menus.

2 Highlight the icon for the

current menu.

Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu.

G button

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3 Select a menu.

Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu.

4 Position the cursor in the

selected menu.

Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu.

5 Highlight a menu item.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item.

6 Display options.

Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item.

7 Highlight an option.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option.

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8 Select the highlighted item.

Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the

G button.

J button

Note the following points:

• Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available.

• While pressing 2 or the center of the multi selector generally has

the same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J.

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

shutter-release button halfway (0 44).

Help

If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the L (Z/Q) button.

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

Press 1 or 3 to

L (Z/Q) button

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First Steps

Charge the Battery

The D4 is powered by an EN-EL18 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). supplied MH-26 battery charger before use. twenty minutes are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains.

1 Plug the charger in.

To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the

About two hours and

Insert the AC adapter plug into the battery charger and plug the power cable into an electrical outlet.

2 Remove the terminal cover.

Remove the terminal cover from the battery.

Terminal co ver

3 Remove the contact protector.

Remove the contact protector from the charger battery chamber.

A See Also

For information on using the MH-26 to charge two batteries, see page

441.

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4 Charge the battery.

Guide

Insert the battery (terminals first), aligning the end of the battery with the guide and then sliding the battery in the direction indicated until it clicks into place. and charge lamps will flash slowly while the battery charges:

Charge state

Less than 50% of maximum capacity

50–80% of maximum capacity

More than 80% but less than 100% of maximum capacity 100% of maximum capacity K (glows) I (off) I (off ) I (off)

Charging is complete when the chamber lamp stops flashing and the charge lamps turn off. minutes are required to fully charge an exhausted battery; note that the battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F).

Contacts

Chamber

lamps

Charge lamps (green)

The chamber lamp

Chamber

lamp

H (flashes

slowly)

H (flashes

slowly)

H (flashes

slowly)

About two hours and twenty

Charge lamps

50% 80% 100%

H (flashes

slowly)

K (glows)

K (glows) K (glows)

I (off) I (off)

H (flashes

slowly)

I (off)

H (flashes

slowly)

5 Remove the battery when charging is complete.

Remove the battery and unplug the charger.

D Calibration

See page 440 for more information on calibration.

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Insert the Battery

1 Turn the camera off.

D Inserting and Removing

Batteries

Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries.

2 Remove the battery-chamber cover.

Lift the battery-chamber cover latch, turn it to the open ( the BL-6 battery-chamber cover (

) position (q) and remove

3 Attach the cover to the battery.

If the battery release is positioned so that the arrow (4) is visible, slide the battery release to cover the arrow. projections on the battery into the matching slots in the cover and slide the battery release to completely reveal the arrow.

D The BL-6 Battery-Chamber Cover

The battery can be charged with the BL-6 attached. To prevent dust from accumulating inside the battery chamber when the battery is not inserted, slide the battery release in the direction indicated by the arrow (4), remove the BL-6 from the battery, and replace it on the camera.

Other battery covers can not be used with this camera.

Insert the two

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4 Insert the battery.

Insert the battery as shown at right.

5 Latch the cover.

To prevent the battery from becoming dislodged during operation, rotate the latch to

the closed position and fold it down as shown at right. sure the cover is securely latched.

A Removing the Battery

Before removing the battery, turn the camera off, lift the battery-chamber cover latch, and turn it to the open (A) position. may be hot after use; observe due caution when removing the battery. To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use.

Note that the battery

D EN-EL18 Rechargeable Li-ion Batteries

The supplied EN-EL18 shares information with compatible devices, enabling the camera to show battery charge state in six levels (0 40). The Battery info option in the setup menu details battery charge, battery life, and the number of pictures taken since the battery was last charged (0 351). ensure that battery level continues to be reported accurately (0 440).

The battery can be recalibrated as necessary to

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D The Battery and Charger

Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xiii–xv and 408–411 of this manual.

0 °C/32 °F or above 40 °C/104 °F; failure to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance. reduced and charging times increase at battery temperatures from 0 °C/ 32 °F to 15 °C/59 °F and from 45 °C/113 °F to 60 °C/140 °F.

Do not short the charger terminals; failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating and damage to the charger. at ambient temperatures of 5–35°C/41–95 °F. Battery capacity may temporarily drop if the battery is charged at low temperatures or used at a temperature below the temperature at which it was charged. battery is charged at a temperature below 5 °C (41 °F), the battery life indicator in the Battery info (0 351) display may show a temporary decrease.

The battery may be hot immediately after use. cool before recharging.

Use the charger with compatible batteries only. Unplug when not in use.

A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery retains its charge when used at room temperature indicates that it requires replacement. Purchase a new EN-EL18 battery.

Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below

Capacity may be

Charge indoors

If the

Wait for the battery to

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Attach a Lens

Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. for illustrative purposes is an AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G.

The lens generally used in this manual

Lens cap

Mounting index

CPU contacts (0 387)

Focus-mode switch (0 29)

Focus ring (0 108)

1 Turn the camera off.

2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap.

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3 Attach the lens.

Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with the mounting index on the camera body, position the lens in the camera’s bayonet mount (q). lens-release button, rotate the lens counter-clockwise until it clicks into place (w).

If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M mode switch, select A (autofocus) or M/A (autofocus with manual priority).

D Detaching the Lens

Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap.

D CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings

In the case of CPU lenses equipped with an aperture ring (0 387), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number).

A Image Area

The DX format image area is automatically selected when a DX lens is attached (0 85).

Being careful not to press the

Image area

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Basic Setup

The language option in the setup menu is automatically highlighted the first time menus are displayed. Choose a language and set the time and date.

1 Turn the camera on.

2 Select Language in the

setup menu.

Press G to display the camera menus, then select Language in the setup menu. For information on using menus, see “Using Camera Menus” (0 20).

3 Select a language.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired language and press J.

Power switch

G button

J button

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4 Select Time zone and date.

Select Time zone and date and press 2.

5 Set time zone.

Select Time zone and press 2. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the local time zone (the UTC field shows the difference between the selected time zone and Coordinated Universal Time, or UTC, in hours) and press J.

6 Turn daylight saving time

on or off.

Select Daylight saving time and press 2. time is off by default; if daylight saving time is in effect in the local time zone, press 1 to highlight On and press J.

Daylight saving

7 Set the date and time.

Select Date and time and press 2. an item, 1 or 3 to change. Press J when the clock is set to the current date and time.

Press 4 or 2 to select

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8 Set date format.

Select Date format and press

Press 1 or 3 to choose the

order in which the year, month, and day will be displayed and press J.

9 Exit to shooting mode.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode.

A The Clock Battery

The camera clock is powered by a separate, non-rechargeable CR1616 lithium battery with a life of about two years. B icon will be displayed in the top control panel while the standby timer is on.

406.

For information on replacing the clock battery, see page

A The Camera Clock

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.

A GPS Units (0 231)

If a GPS unit (0 394) is connected, the camera clock will be set to the time and date provided by the GPS unit (0 233).

When this battery is low, a

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Insert a Memory Card

Pictures are stored on memory cards (available separately; 0 442). The camera is equipped with two card slots, one for XQD and the other for Type I CompactFlash cards. can not be used.

Type II cards and microdrives

1 Turn the camera off.

Power switch

D Inserting and Removing Memory Cards

Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory cards.

2 Open the card slot cover.

Open the door protecting the card-slot cover release button (q) and press the release button (w) to open the card slot (e).

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3 Insert the memory card.

XQD memory cards: Holding the card with the rear label toward the monitor, slide it into the XQD card slot until it clicks into place.

The green access lamp will light

briefly.

Access lamp

CompactFlash memory cards: Insert the card into the CompactFlash card slot with the rear label toward the monitor (q). the memory card is fully inserted, the

eject button will pop up (w) and the green access lamp will light briefly.

D Inserting Memory Cards

After confirming that you are inserting the card into the correct slot, insert the memory card terminals first. the wrong slot or inserting it upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card. the correct orientation.

XQD card CompactFlash c ard

Direction of insertion for left (XQD) card slot

4 Close the card slot cover.

If this is the first time the memory card will be used after being used or formatted in another device, format the card as described on page 36.

Rear label

Eject button

When

Inserting the card into

Check to be sure that the card is in

Direction of insertion for right (CompactFlash) card slot

Rear label

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A Memory Card Icons

The memory cards currently inserted in the camera are indicated as shown (the example at right shows the icons displayed when both an XQD and a CompactFlash card are inserted). the memory card is full or an error has occurred, the icon for the affected card will flash (0 426).

Top control panel

A Using Two Memory Cards

See page 95 for information on choosing the roles played by each card when two cards are inserted in the camera.

A Removing Memory Cards

After confirming that the access lamp is off, turn the camera off and open the memory card slot cover.

XQD memory cards: Press the card in to eject it (q). The memory card can then be removed by hand.

CompactFlash memory cards: Press the eject button (q) to partially eject the card (w). card can then be removed by hand. on the memory card while pressing the eject button. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the camera or memory card.

The memory

Do not push

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Format the Memory Card

Memory cards must be formatted before first use or after being used or formatted in other devices.

D Formatting Memory Cards

Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding (0 263).

1 Turn the camera on.

2 Press the I (Q) and O

(Q) buttons.

Hold the I (Q) and O (Q) buttons down simultaneously until a flashing C appears in the shutter-speed displays in the top control panel and viewfinder. If two memory cards are inserted, the card to be formatted is shown by a flashing icon. By default, the primary card slot (0 95) will be selected; you can choose the secondary slot by rotating the main command dial. To exit without formatting the memory card, wait until C stops flashing (about six seconds) or press any button other than the I (Q) and

O (Q) buttons.

O (Q) button I (Q) butto

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3 Press the I (Q) and O (Q) buttons again.

Press the I (Q) and O (Q) buttons together a second time while C is flashing to format the memory card.

remove the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting.

When formatting is complete, the top control panel will show the number of photographs that can be recorded at current settings and the frame-count displays will show B.

D Memory 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, high levels of humidity, or direct sunlight.

• Do not format memory cards in a computer.

Observe due caution when

Failure to observe this

A No Memory Card

If no memory card is inserted, the top control panel and viewfinder will show S. camera is turned off with a charged EN-EL18 battery and no memory card inserted, S will be displayed in the top control panel.

If the

A See Also

See page 345 for information on formatting memory cards using the Format memory card option in the setup menu.

Do not

Failure to

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Adjust Viewfinder Focus

The camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. viewfinder is in focus before shooting.

Check that the display in the

1 Turn the camera on.

Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on.

2 Lift the diopter adjustment control

q).

(

3 Focus the viewfinder.

Rotate the diopter adjustment control (w) until the viewfinder display, focus points, and AF area brackets are in sharp focus.

When operating the control with your eye to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye.

AF area brackets

Focus point

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4 Replace the diopter adjustment

control.

Push the diopter adjustment control back in (e).

A Adjusting Viewfinder Focus

If you are unable to focus the viewfinder as described above, select single-servo autofocus (AF-S; 0 97), single-point AF (0 100), and the center focus point (0 103), and then frame a high-contrast subject in the center focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus the camera. control to bring the subject into clear focus in the viewfinder. If necessary, viewfinder focus can be further adjusted using optional corrective lenses (0 392).

A Diopter-Adjustment Viewfinder Lenses

Corrective lenses (available separately; 0 392) can be used to further adjust viewfinder diopter. Before attaching a diopter-adjustment viewfinder lens, remove the DK-17 viewfinder eyepiece by closing the viewfinder shutter to release the eyepiece lock (q) and then unscrewing the eyepiece as shown at right (w).

With the camera in focus, use the diopter adjustment

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Basic Photography and Playback

Turn the Camera On

Before taking photographs, turn the camera on and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining as described below.

1 Turn the camera on.

Turn the camera on. The control panels will turn on and

the display in the viewfinder will light.

2 Check the battery level.

Check the battery level in the top control panel or viewfinder.

Icon

L — Battery fully charged. K —

I —

H d

(flashes)

* No icon displayed when camera is powered by optional EP-6 power

connector and EH-6b AC adapter.

(flashes)

Power switch

DescriptionControl panel Viewfinder

Battery partially discharged.J —

Low battery. spare battery. Shutter release disabled. Charge or exchange battery.

Charge battery or ready

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3 Check the number of exposures remaining.

The top control panel shows the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (values over 1,000 are rounded down to the nearest hundred; e.g., values between 2,900 and 2,999 are shown as 2.9 K). two memory cards are inserted, the displays show the space available on the card in the primary slot (0 95). When this number reaches zero, A will flash in the exposure-count displays while the shutter-speed displays will show a flashing n or j and the icon for the affected card will flash. Insert another memory card or delete some photos.

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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. lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep your upper body stable. When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown in the bottom of the three illustrations at right.

Keep your elbows propped

D Framing Photos in Portrait (Tall) Orientation

The camera is equipped with controls for use in portrait (tall) orientation, including a vertical shutter-release, Fn, and B buttons, main and subcommand dials, and multi selector (0 104, 338). shooting shutter-release button lock to L to avoid accidentally operating these controls when the camera is in landscape (wide) orientation.

Rotate the vertical

Vertical shooting shutter-

release button loc

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Focus and Shoot

1 Press the shutter-

Focus point

release button halfway (0 44).

At default settings, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus point. Frame a photo in the viewfinder with the main subject positioned in the center focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway.

Focus indicator

2 Check indicators in the viewfinder.

When the focus operation is complete, the in-focus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder.

Viewfinder display Description

I Subject in focus.

2 Focus point is between camera and subject.

4 Focus point is behind subject.

(flashes)

While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, focus will lock and the number of exposures that can be stored in the memory buffer (“t”; 0 113) will be shown in the viewfinder display.

Camera unable to focus on subject in focus point using autofocus.

Buffer capacity

For information on what to do if the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, see “Getting Good Results with Autofocus” (0 107).

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3 Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutterrelease-button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. photograph is being recorded to the memory card, the access lamp will light.

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

While the

Access lamp

Do not eject the

A The Shutter-Release Button

The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. To t ake th e photograph, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.

Focus Take photograph

The camera

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A The Standby Timer

The shutter speed and aperture displays in the top control panel and viewfinder will turn off if no operations are performed for about six seconds, reducing the drain on the battery. button halfway to reactivate the display in the viewfinder (0 44).

Press the shutter-release

Exposure meters on

The length of time before the standby timer expires automatically can be adjusted using Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 316).

Exposure meters off

Exposure meters on

A The Multi Selector

The multi selector can be used to select the focus point while the exposure meters are on (0 103).

Multi selector

A Camera Off Display

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

Top co ntrol panel

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Viewing Photographs

MALAL

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.

2 View additional pictures.

Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2. To view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 and 3 (0 238).

To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.

K button

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A Image Review

When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 289), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor after shooting.

A See Also

See page 236 for information on choosing a memory card slot.

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Deleting Unwanted Photographs

Unwanted photographs can be deleted by pressing the O (Q) button. deleted.

Note that photographs can not be recovered once

1 Display the photograph.

Display the photograph you wish to delete as described in “Viewing Photographs” on the previous page. location of the current image is shown by an icon at the bottom left corner of the display.

The

2 Delete the photograph.

Press the O (Q) button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Selected image and press O (Q) again to delete the image and return to playback (for information on the All images option, see page

251).

To exit without deleting the picture, press K.

O (Q) button

A Delete

To delete multiple images or to select the memory card from which images will be deleted, use the Delete option in the playback menu (0 253).

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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

2 Press the a button.

The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. longer be visible in the viewfinder.

The subject will no

a button

3 Position the focus point.

Position the focus point over your subject as described on page 53.

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4 Focus.

B button

Press the shutter-release button halfway or press the B button to focus.

The focus point will flash green while the camera focuses.

If the camera is able to focus, the focus point will be displayed in green; if the camera is unable to focus, the focus point will flash red (note that pictures can be taken even when the focus point flashes red; check focus in the monitor before shooting).

Exposure can

Center of sub-

selector

be locked by pressing the center of the sub-selector (0 135); focus locks while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

A Exposure Preview

During live view photography, you can press J to preview the effects of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity on exposure. ±5 EV (0 137), although only values between –3 and +3 EV are reflected in the preview display. may not accurately reflect the final results when flash lighting is used, Active D-Lighting (0 184), High Dynamic Range (HDR; 0 186), or bracketing is in effect, A (auto) is selected for the Picture Control Contrast parameter (0 176), or p 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. when A is selected for shutter speed.

Exposure can be adjusted by

Note that the preview

Exposure preview is not available

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5 Take the picture.

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

The monitor

6 Exit live view mode.

Press the a button to exit live view mode.

D Using Autofocus in Live View

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

Note that in live view, autofocus is

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Focusing in Live View

To focus using autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF and follow the steps below to choose autofocus and AF-area modes. information on focusing manually, see page 59.

❚❚ Choosing a Focus Mode

The following autofocus modes are available in live view:

Mode Description

Single-servo autofocus: For stationary subjects.

AF-S

shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

Full-time servo autofocus: For moving subjects. Camera focuses

AF-F

continuously until shutter-release button is pressed. 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.

Focus-mode selector

For

Focus locks when

Focus locks

AF-mode button

Main command

dial

Monitor

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❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area Mode

The following AF-area modes can be selected in live view:

Mode Description

Face-prior ity AF: Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects

and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces, up to a maximum of 35, are detected, the camera will focus on the closest subject; to

choose a different subject, use the multi selector). If the camera can no longer detect the subject (because, for example, the subject has turned to face away from the camera), the border will no longer be displayed. Wide-area AF: Use for hand-held shots of landscapes and other nonportrait subjects. Use the multi selector to move the focus point

anywhere in the frame, or press the center of the multi selector 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 the center of the multi selector to position the focus point in the center of the frame. A tripod is recommended. Subject-tracking AF: Position the focus point over your subject and press the center of the multi selector. The focus point will track the

selected subject as it moves through the frame. To end tracking, press the center of the multi selector again.

D Subject Tracking

The 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.

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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

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The Live View Display: Live View Photography

q w

Item Description 0

The amount of time remaining before live

Time remaining

Monitor hue

indicator

Autofocus mode The current autofocus mode. 52

AF-area mode The current AF-area mode. 53

Focus point

Monitor brightness

indicator

Guide

view ends automatically. Displayed if shooting will end in 30 s or less. Displayed if monitor hue differs from the hue produced by the current white balance setting.

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

A monitor brightness indicator. 57

A guide to the options available during live view photography.

The display varies

61, 67

56, 57

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❚❚ Adjusting Monitor Hue

If flash lighting is used with Flash or Preset manual white balance (0 153), the colors in the monitor may differ from those in the final photograph. ambient lighting on the display in the monitor during live view photography, for example when using a flash.

Monitor hue can be adjusted to reduce the effects of

1 Highlight the monitor hue

indicator.

Press and hold W and press 4 or 2 to highlight the monitor hue indicator at the left side of the display.

W button

2 Adjust monitor hue.

Keeping the W button pressed, rotate the main command dial to adjust monitor hue (select -to preview the hue of the final photograph in the monitor; if another option is selected when Quiet is chosen for Live view photography in the shooting menu (0 60), the hue seen in the monitor during live view photography will differ from that seen in the final image). Monitor hue is reset when the camera is turned off.

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A Recalling Monitor Hue

To restore the most recently selected hue when starting live view, hold the U button while pressing a.

A Choosing a Picture Control

Pressing L (Z/Q) during live view displays a list of Picture Controls. the desired Picture Control and press 2 to adjust Picture Control settings (0 173).

Highlight

L (Z/Q) button

❚❚ Adjusting Monitor Brightness

Monitor brightness can be adjusted as described below. Note that brightness adjustment is not available during exposure preview.

1 Highlight the monitor brightness

indicator.

Press and hold W and press 4 or 2 to highlight the monitor brightness indicator at the right side of the display.

W button

2 Adjust monitor brightness.

Keeping the W button pressed, press 1 or 3 to adjust monitor brightness (note that monitor brightness has no effect on photographs taken with the camera). is on, the camera will automatically adjust brightness in response to ambient lighting conditions as measured by the ambient brightness sensor (0 6).

If A (auto) is selected and the monitor

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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

(0 358) Information on Information off

Histogram

(exposure

preview only;

0 50)

Frami ng guides

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Manual Focus

To focus in manual focus mode (0 108), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is in focus.

To magnify the view in the monitor up to about 15 × for precise focus, press the X button. zoomed in, a navigation window will appear in a gray frame at the bottom right corner of the display. to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor (available only if wide- or normalarea AF is selected for AF-area mode), or press W to zoom out.

While the view through the lens is

Use the multi selector to scroll

X button

Navigation window

A Non-CPU Lenses

When using non-CPU lenses, be sure to enter the focal length and maximum aperture using the Non-CPU lens data option in the setup menu (0 228). and h (0 125); aperture can be adjusted using the lens aperture ring.

Non-CPU lenses can be used only in exposure modes g

A Exposure

Depending on the scene, exposure may differ from that which would be obtained when live view is not used. suit the live view display, producing photographs with exposure close to what is seen in the monitor.

Metering in live view is adjusted to

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Live View Shutter Release Options

The following options can be displayed by pressing G and selecting Live view photography in the shooting menu:

Mode Description

Except when an optional flash unit is used, the mirror

Quiet

remains up during live view photography, reducing noise during shooting. The noise of the shutter is still audible. The mirror remains up and the shutter stays open during live view photography for less noise than displayed in the monitor. While the shutter-release button is pressed, the camera will take up to five seconds of JPEG photos at about 12 fps in continuous low-speed release mode, or at about 24 fps in continuous high-speed release mode; the time remaining is shown in the frame-count

Silent

display. In other release modes, one photo will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. ISO sensitivity is set automatically except in exposure mode h, when you can choose from values between ISO 200 and Hi 4 (0117). Exposure can be previewed in the monitor 050); to view or hide an indicator ( between the selected by the camera and the value you have selected, press J.

Quiet

130) showing the difference

mode; L is

A Silent Mode

In silent mode, the flash will not fire, Active D-Lighting (0 184), HDR (0 186), vignette control (0 300), distortion control (0 301), multiple exposure (0 210), and high ISO noise reduction (0 302) turn off, and image quality is fixed at JPEG fine. the option selected for Image area and is unaffected by the option selected for Image size:

• FX (36 × 24) 1.0×: 1,920 × 1,280

• 1.2× (30 × 20) 1.2×: 1,600 × 1,064

Image size is determined solely by

• DX (24 × 16) 1.5×: 1,280 × 848

• 5 : 4 (30 × 24): 1,600 × 1,280

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Exposure preview is not available, matrix metering is selected automatically, and the following settings can be adjusted.

Aperture Shutter speed ISO sensitivity

e, f ———

g ✔ —— h ✔✔✔

Note that silent mode is not completely silent: the shutter sounds and the mirror is raised and lowered at the start and end of live view photography.

D The Count Down Display

A count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically (0 55; 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; 0 317—5 s before the monitor is due to turn off automatically). the timer may appear immediately when live view is selected. Note that although the count down does not appear during playback, live view will still end automatically when the timer expires.

Depending on shooting conditions,

A HDMI

If the camera is connected 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 as shown at right. turn the histogram display on and off during exposure preview (0 50).

Press the R button to

A See Also

For information on choosing the roles played by the center of the multi selector and by the movie-record button and command dials, see Custom Settings f1 (Multi selector center button, 0 327) and f16 (Assign movie record button, 0 339).

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D Shooting in Live View Mode

To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from interfering with exposure, close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter (0 114).

Although they will not appear in the final picture unless Silent is selected for Live view photography (0 60), 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. Flicker and banding visible in the monitor under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps can be reduced using Flicker reduction (0 348), 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. to the camera’s internal circuitry.

Live view ends automatically if the lens is removed, the live view selector is rotated to a new setting, or the G button is pressed.

Live view may end automatically to prevent damage to the camera’s internal circuits; exit live view when the camera is not use. temperature of the camera’s internal circuits may rise and noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, or fog) may be displayed in the following instances (the camera may also become noticeably warm, but this does not indicate a malfunction):

• The ambient temperature is high

• The camera has been used for extended periods in live view or to record movies

• The camera has been used in continuous release mode for extended periods

If live view does not start when you press the a button, wait for the internal circuits to cool and then try again.

Movie recording is not available during live view photography and pressing the movie-record button has no effect. (0 63) to shoot movies.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage

In addition, distortion

When shooting

Select movie live view

Note that the

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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).

2 Press the a button.

The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor, modified for the effects of exposure. be visible in the viewfinder.

D The 0 Icon

A 0 icon (0 68) indicates that movies can not be recorded.

A Before Recording

Before recording, choose a color space (0 299) and Picture Control (0 173). White balance can be set at any time by pressing the U button and rotating the main command dial (0 153).

The subject will no longer

Live view selector

a button

3 Choose a focus mode (0 52).

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4 Choose an AF-area mode (0 53).

5 Focus.

B button

Frame the opening shot and focus as described in Steps 3 and 4 on pages 49– 50 (for more information on focusing in movie live view, see page 51).

Note that the number of subjects that can be detected in face-priority AF drops in movie live view.

A Exposure Mode

The following settings can be adjusted in movie live view:

Aperture Shutter speed ISO sensitivity Exposure compensation

e, f —— — ✔

g ✔ —— ✔ h ✔✔ ✔ —

In exposure mode h, shutter speed can be set to values between

/25s and 1/ the frame rate; adjusted automatically. mode exposure

8,000

s (the slowest available shutter speed varies with

74). In other exposure modes, shutter speed is

or f, end live view and start movie live view again or select

and adjust aperture.

If the subject is over- or under-exposed in

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6 Start recording.

Press the movie-record button to start recording. time available are displayed in the monitor. metering and can be locked by pressing the center of the sub-selector (0 135) or altered by up to ±3 EV using exposure compensation (0 137). mode, the camera can be refocused by pressing the AF-ON button.

A Audio

The camera can record both video and sound; do not cover the microphone on the front of the camera during movie recording. Note that the built-in microphone may record sounds made by the lens during autofocus, vibration reduction, or changes to aperture.

A See Also

Frame size, microphone sensitivity, card slot, and ISO sensitivity options are available in the Movie settings menu (0 74). can be adjusted manually as described on page 59. The roles played by the center of the multi selector, the Fn and Pv buttons, and the center of the sub-selector can be chosen using Custom Settings f1 (Multi selector center button; 0 327), g1 (Assign Fn button; 0 340), g2 (Assign preview button; 0 341), and g3 (Assign sub-selector center; 0 342), respectively. g4 (Assign shutter button; 0 343) controls whether the shutterrelease button can be used to start movie live view, or to start and end movie recording, or (when pressed all the way down) to take photographs during movie recording.

A recording indicator and the

Exposure is set using matrix

In autofocus

Movie-record button

Recording indicator

Time remaining

Custom Setting

Focus

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7 End recording.

Press the movie-record button again to end recording. 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 74); note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length is reached.

A Taking Ph oto gra phs

To take a photograph while recording is in progress, press the shutter-release button all the way down.

(the footage recorded to that point will be saved) and the camera will return to live view. photograph will be recorded at the current image area setting with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9. Note that the exposure for photographs can not be previewed during movie live view; mode e, f, or g is recommended but accurate results can be achieved in mode h by adjusting exposure during live view photography (0 49) and then ending live view photography, starting movie live view, and checking the image area. Exposure compensation for the photograph can be set to values between –5 and +5 EV, but only values between –3 and +3 can be previewed in the monitor (0 137).

D Frame Size

The area used for metering exposure or auto white balance when photographs are recorded at a movie frame size of 1920 × 1080;

30 fps; crop, 1920 × 1080; 25 fps; crop, or 1920 × 1080; 24 fps; crop (0 74) is not the same as the area in the final photograph,

with the result that optimal results may not be achieved. Take test shots and check the results in the monitor.

Recording will end

Except at a frame size of 640 × 424, the

Movie recording will end

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8 Exit live view mode.

Press the a button to exit live view mode.

Indices

If Index marking is selected for Custom Setting g2 (Assign preview button; 0 341), you can press the Pv button during recording to add indices that can be used to locate frames during editing and playback (0 77). Up to 20 indices can be added to each movie.

Pv button

Index

D The Count-Down Display

A count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically (0 55). 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. resuming movie recording.

Depending on shooting conditions, the timer may appear

Wait for the internal circuits to cool before

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The Live View Display: Movie Live View

w e

Item Description 0

“No movie” icon Indicates that movies can not be recorded. —

Headphone volume Volume of audio output to headphones. 69

Microphone

sensitivity

Microphone sensitivity for movie recording. 69

Sound level for audio recording. Displayed in red if level is too high; adjust microphone

Sound level

sensitivity accordingly. Left (L) and right (R) channel indicators appear when optional ME-1 or other stereo microphone is used.

Movie frame size The frame size for movie recording. 74

Time remaining

(movie live view) Monitor brightness

indicator

Guide

The recording time available for movies. 65

A monitor brightness indicator. 69

A guide to the options available during movie live view.

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❚❚ Adjusting Settings in the Live View Display

Microphone sensitivity, headphone volume, and monitor brightness can be adjusted as described below. microphone sensitivity and headphone volume can not be adjusted during recording, and that brightness affects the monitor only (0 57); movies recorded with the camera are unaffected.

Note that

1 Highlight a setting.

Press and hold W and press 4 or 2 to highlight the indicator for the desired setting.

W button

2 Adjust the highlighted setting.

Keeping the W button pressed, press 1 or 3 to adjust the highlighted setting.

A Using an External Microphone

The optional ME-1 stereo microphone can be used to record sound in stereo or to avoid recording lens noise caused by autofocus (0 395).

A Headphones

Third-party headphones can be used. result in high volume; particular care should be taken when headphones are used.

Note that high sound levels may

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The Information Display: Movie Live View

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

Virtual horizon

(0 358) Information on Information off

Histogram Framing

guides

A HDMI

If the camera is connected to an HDMI device (0 280), the view through the lens will appear both in the camera monitor and on the HDMI device. that appear in the HDMI device during movie recording are shown at right. The camera monitor does not show the sound level, virtual horizon, or histogram; indicators in the monitor and on the HDMI device can not be hidden or displayed using the R button.

The indicators

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Image Area

Regardless of the option selected for Image area in the shooting menu (0 88), all movies and photographs recorded in movie live view have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (or 3 : 2 when the movie frame size is 640 × 424). Images recorded with On selected for Image area > Auto DX crop and a DX lens attached use a DX-based movie format, as do images recorded with DX (24×16) 1.5× selected for Image area > Choose image area. Other images use an FX-based movie format. based movie format is selected. crops (0 86) displayed during viewfinder and live view photography and movie live view photo crop are shown below.

A a icon is displayed when the DX-

The differences between the

Crop for viewfinder and live view photography

16 : 9 photo crop for movie live view

Crop for viewfinder and live view photography

3 : 2 photo crop for movie live view

The size of the area at the center of the image sensor used to record photographs taken in movie live view is 35.0 × 19.7 mm (16 : 9, FX-based movie format), 22.4 × 12.6 mm (16 : 9, DX-based movie format), 35.0 × 23.4 mm (3 : 2, FX-based movie format), or

22.4 × 14.9 mm (3 : 2, DX-based movie format).

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A Movie Live View Photographs

The following table shows the size of photographs (aspect ratio 16 : 9) taken in movie live view at frame sizes other than 640 × 424:

Image area Option Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.)

FX-based format

(16 : 9)

DX-based format

(16 : 9)

1920 × 1080;

30 fps/25 fps/

24 fps; crop

The following table shows the size of photographs (aspect ratio 3 : 2) taken in movie live view at frame sizes of 640 × 424:

Image area Option Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.)

FX-based movie

format (3 : 2)

DX-based movie

format (3 : 2)

* Approximate size when printed at 300 dpi. Print size in inches equals

image size in pixels divided by printer resolution in dots per inch (dpi; 1 inch = approximately 2.54 cm).

Image quality is determined by the option selected for Image quality in the shooting menu (0 90).

Large 4,928 × 2,768 41.7 × 23.4/16.4 × 9.2

Medium 3,696 × 2,072 31.3 × 17.5/12.3 × 6.9

Small 2,464 × 1,384 20.9 × 11.7/ 8.2 × 4.6

Large 3,200 × 1,792 27.1 × 15.2/10.7 × 6.0

Medium 2,400 × 1,344 20.3 × 11.4/ 8.0 × 4.5

Small 1,600 × 896 13.5 × 7.6/ 5.3 × 3.0

— 1,920 × 1,080 16.3 × 9.1/ 6.4 × 3.6

Large 4,928 × 3,280 41.7 × 27.8/16.4 × 10.9

Medium 3,696 × 2,456 31.3 × 20.8/12.3 × 8.2

Small 2,464 × 1,640 20.9 × 13.9/ 8.2 × 5.5

Large 3,200 × 2,128 27.1 × 18.0/10.7 × 7.1

Medium 2,400 × 1,592 20.3 × 13.5/ 8.0 × 5.3

Small 1,600 × 1,064 13.5 × 9.0/ 5.3 × 3.5

A Remote Cords

If Record movies is selected for Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button), the shutter-release buttons on optional remote cords (0 394)

can be used to start movie live view and to start and end movie recording (0 343).

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D Recording Movies

Flicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the monitor and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps or if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves at high speed through frame (for information on reducing flicker and banding, see Flicker reduction, 0 348). bright spots may also appear. of the frame with flashing signs and other intermittent light sources or if the subject is briefly illuminated by a strobe or other bright, momentary light source. sun or other strong light sources. could result in damage to the camera’s internal circuitry. Note that noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) and unexpected colors may appear if you zoom in on the view through the lens (0 59) during movie live view.

Flash lighting can not be used during movie live view.

Recording ends automatically if the lens is removed or the live view selector is rotated to a new setting. Movie live view ends when the G button is pressed.

• The ambient temperature is high

• The camera has been used for extended periods in live view or to record movies

• The camera has been used in continuous release mode for extended periods

If live view does not start when you press the a button, wait for the internal circuits to cool and then try again.

When recording movies, avoid pointing the camera at the

Jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and

Bright bands may appear in some areas

Failure to observe this precaution

Note that the

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Movie Settings

Use the Movie settings option in the shooting menu to adjust the following settings.

• Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality: Choose from the following

options:

Option

1920 × 1080; 30 fps

1920 × 1080; 25 fps

1920 × 1080; 24 fps

1280 × 720; 60 fps

1280 × 720; 50 fps

1280 × 720; 30 fps

1280 × 720; 25 fps

640 × 424; 30 fps

640 × 424; 25 fps

1920 × 1080; 30 fps; crop

1920 × 1080; 25 fps; crop

1920 × 1080; 24 fps; crop

1 Actual frame rate is 29.97 fps for values listed as 30 fps, 23.976 fps for values listed

as 24 fps, and 59.94 fps for values listed as 60 fps.

2 In DX-based movie format, image quality is equivalent to movies recorded at a

frame size of 1280 × 720. 3 Maximum length for ★ High quality movies is 20 minutes. 4 Matrix metering selected automatically. Picture angle equivalent to a focal length

2.7× FX-based movie format length, allowing a telephoto effect without changing

to a longer lens; h is displayed in the monitor. Photographs taken at this setting

are stored as JPEG fine images 1,920 × 1,080 pixels in size; HDR is not available

(0 186).

2, 3

Maximum bit rate (Mbps)

★ high quality Normal

24 12

12 8

3, 4

24 12

29 min. 59 s

Maximum

length

D Frame Size and Rate

Frame size and rate affects the distribution and amount of noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or bright spots).