Nikon D3500 Reference Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.

• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page x).

• After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.

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Camera Manuals

D3500 Model Name: N1718

The following manuals are available for your Nikon camera.

The Reference Manual (PDF)

Read the Reference Manual (this manual) for detailed information on using the camera and connecting it with other devices.

Online Manuals (HTML)

The Reference Manual is also available in html format and can be viewed in a web browser at the website below.

http://onlinemanual.nikonimglib.com/d3500/en/

The User’s Manual

The User’s Manual supplied with the camera contains information taken from the Reference Manual describing basic shooting and playback as well as selected camera features.

A The Nikon Download Center

In addition to the Reference Manual, you can also visit the Nikon download center to download product manuals, firmware updates, and software.

http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

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

Symbols and Conventions

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

This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before

use to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes; information that should be read before

using the camera.

This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.

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

Camera Settings

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

A Fo r Your Sa fety

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

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For Your Safety.............................................................................. x

Notices......................................................................................... xiv

Bluetooth .............................................................................................. xix

Introduction 1

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

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

The Viewfinder ....................................................................................... 4

The Mode Dial ........................................................................................ 5

The R (Info) Button.............................................................................. 6

The P Button ......................................................................................... 11

First Steps 12

Attach the Camera Strap .................................................................. 12

Charge the Battery.............................................................................. 12

Insert the Battery and a Memory Card......................................... 13

Attach a Lens ........................................................................................ 15

Camera Setup ....................................................................................... 18

Focus the Viewfinder ......................................................................... 20

Tutorial 21

Camera Menus: An Overview ................................................... 21

Using Camera Menus......................................................................... 22

The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining ... 25

Basic Photography and Playback 26

“Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)..................................... 26

Basic Playback ............................................................................. 34

Deleting Unwanted Photographs................................................. 35

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Guide Mode 36

The Guide..................................................................................... 36

Guide Mode Menus............................................................................ 37

Using the Guide................................................................................... 40

Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation

(Scene Mode) 42

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

m Sports.......................................................................................... 43

n Close up..................................................................................... 43

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

Special Effects 44

% Night Vision.............................................................................. 45

S Super Vivid................................................................................ 45

T Pop ............................................................................................. 45

U Photo Illustration.................................................................... 46

' Toy Camera Effect .................................................................. 46

( Miniature Effect ...................................................................... 46

3 Selective Color ........................................................................ 47

1 Silhouette.................................................................................. 47

2 High Key .................................................................................... 47

3 Low Key...................................................................................... 48

Options Available in Live View ...................................................... 49

For Your Safety

To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product.

Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them.

DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a

high risk of death or severe injury.

WARNING: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could

result in death or severe injury.

CAUTION: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could

result in injury or property damage.

WAR NIN G

• Do not use while walking or operating a vehicle.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents or other injury.

• Do not disassemble or modify this product. Do not touch internal parts that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other injury.

• Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the battery or power source.

Continued operation could result in fire, burns or other injury.

• Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Do not handle the plug with wet hands.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not let your skin remain in prolonged contact with this product while it is on or plugged in.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in low-temperature burns.

• Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as propane, gasoline or aerosols.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire.

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• Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the lens or camera.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment.

• Do not aim the flash or AF-assist illuminator at the operator of a motor vehicle.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

• Keep this product out of reach of children.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.

• Do not entangle, wrap or twist the straps around your neck.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

• Do not use batteries, chargers, or AC adapters not specifically designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers, and AC adapters designated for use with this product, do not:

- Damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the cords or cables, place them

under heavy objects, or expose them to heat or flame.

- Use travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one

voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not handle the plug when charging the product or using the AC adapter during thunderstorms.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

• Do not handle with bare hands in l ocations exposed to extremely high or low temperatures.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns, or frostbite.

CAUTION

• Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources.

Light focused by the lens could cause fire or damage to product’s internal parts. When shooting backlit subjects, keep the sun well out of the frame. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is close to the frame could cause fire.

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• Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless features when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited.

The radio-frequency emissions produced by this product could interfere with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities.

• Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will not be used for an extended period.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.

• Do not fire the flash in contact with or in close proximity to the skin or objects.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.

• Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.

• Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories attached.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction.

DANGER (Batteries)

• Do not mishandle batteries.

Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire:

- Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product.

- Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat.

- Do not disassemble.

- Do not short-circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces,

hairpins, or other metal objects.

- Do not expose batteries or the products in which they are inserted to

powerful physical shocks.

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• Charge only as indicated.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.

• If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean water and seek immediate medical attention.

Delaying action could result in eye injuries.

WARNING (Batteries)

• Keep batteries out of reach of children.

Should a child swallow a battery, seek immediate medical attention.

• Do not immerse batteries in water or expose to rain.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Immediately dry the product with a towel or similar object should it become wet.

• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation. Cease charging EN-EL14a rechargeable batteries if they do not charge in the specified period of time.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.

• When batteries are no longer needed, insulate the terminals with tape.

Overheating, rupture, or fire may result should metal objects come into contact with the terminals.

• If battery liquid comes into contact with a person's skin or clothing, immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in skin irritation.

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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 appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

Notices for Customers in Europe

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

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

The following apply only to users in European countries:

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

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

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

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

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

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

The following apply only to users in European countries:

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

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

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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

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 Frequ ency Interference Statement

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

•

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

CAUTIONS

Modifications

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

Interface Cables

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

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

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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

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

• Items prohibited by law from being copied

or reproduced

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

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

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

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

• Cautions on certain copies and

reproductions

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

• Comply with copyright notices

Under copyright law, photographs or recordings of copyrighted works made with the camera cannot be used without the permission of the copyright holder. Exceptions apply to personal use, but note that even personal use may be restricted in the case of photographs or recordings of exhibits or live performances.

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Disposing of Data Storage Devices

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

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices. Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual white balance.

Before discarding the camera or transferring ownership to another person, you should also use the Reset all settings option in the camera setup menu to delete network settings and other personal information.

AVC Patent Portfolio License

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

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

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

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

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

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D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories

Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES

COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.

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. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

A Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available online 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. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the following URL for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/

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Bluetooth

This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The permission of the United States government is not required for export to countries other than the following, which as of this writing are subject to embargo or special controls: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria (list subject to change).

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

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING

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

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

which the receiver is connected.

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

Co-location

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

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

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FCC/ISED RF Exposure Statement

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wirel ess dev ices. There is no p roof, h owever, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. This product has been tested and found to comply with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer to the SAR test report that was uploaded to FCC website.

Notices for Customers in Europe

Hereby, Nikon Corporation declares that the radio equipment type D3500 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_N1718.pdf.

Notice for Customers in Singapore

Trade Name: Model: D3500

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

Complies with IMDA Standards DA103423

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Security

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

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

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

• Unsecured networks: Connecting to open networks may result in unauthorized access. Use secure networks only.

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Introduction

Getting to Know the Camera

Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual.

The Camera Body

4 3 2 1

14 13

1 Power switch.................................. 18

Shutter-release button

3 E/N button................. 95, 104, 106

4 Movie-record button ................. 127

5 Live view switch ...................26, 127

6 Mode dial ...........................................5

7 Built-in flash ................................... 80

8 Microphone (monaural) ............131

................. 30

8 9 10

9 Mounting mark ............................. 15

10 Lens release button...................... 16

11 Mirror .............................................288

12 Lens mount ..............................15, 76

13 CPU contacts

14 AF-assist illuminator ........... 66, 198

Self-timer lamp ............................. 59

Red-eye reduction lamp .......81, 83

15 Body cap ................................ 15, 281

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24 23 22 21

16 Accessory shoe (for optional flash

units) ................................... 276, 281

17 Command dial

18 A/L button .....72, 102, 156, 216

19 R

(information) button

20 Connector cover

21 M/ Y button.................. 80, 82, 106

................6, 8

22 Eyelets for camera strap ..............12

23 Speaker

24 Focal plane mark (E)...................76

25 USB connector ................... 180, 183

26 HDMI connector ......................... 186

D Close the Connector Cover

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

D The Speaker

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

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30 3129

27 Rubber eyecup (comes attached to

camera) ..........................................61

28 Viewfinder eyepiece.......... 4, 20, 61

29 Diopter adjustment control ....... 20

30 K button............................... 34, 141

31 G button ...........................21, 188

32 P button........................ 11, 130, 143

33 J (OK) button............................... 22

34 Multi selector ................................. 22

35 I/E button ..............55, 56, 58, 59

36 Memory card slot cover.........13, 14

37 Memory card access lamp.......... 14

32 33 34 35

36 37

4042 41

38 Battery-chamber cover latch

...................................................13, 14

39 Battery-chamber cover .........13, 14

40 O button ................................ 35, 161

41 W/Q button.................22, 142, 153

42 X button .......................................153

43 Tripod so cket

44 Monitor ...............6, 26, 34, 127, 141

45 Battery latch.............................13, 14

46 Power connector cover for

optional power connector ......285

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The Viewfinder

1 Focus points................20, 26, 67, 69

2 Focus indicator........................26, 75

3 Autoexposure (AE) lock indicator

....................................................... 102

4 Shutter speed ................... 88, 91, 95

5 Aperture (f-number) ....... 88, 93, 95

6 Special effects mode indicator...44

7 Low battery warning ....................25

8 Number of exposures remaining

..........................................................25

Number of shots remaining before

memory buffer fills ......................57

White balance recording indicator

....................................................... 116

Exposure compensation value

....................................................... 104

Flash compensation value........ 106

ISO sensitivity ........................86, 194

9 “k” (appears when memory

remains for over 1000 exposures)

..........................................................25

10 Flash-ready indicator....................32

11 Flexible program indicator..........90

12 Exposure indicator ........................96

Exposure compensation display

....................................................... 104

Electronic rangefinder............... 217

13 Flash compensation indicator

....................................................... 106

14 Exposure compensation indicator

....................................................... 104

15 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator

....................................................... 195

16 Warning indicator....................... 261

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

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The Mode Dial

The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes and g mode:

1 P, S, A, and M modes:

P— Programmed auto..........89

S —Shutter-priority auto......91

A— Aperture-priority auto

................................................93

M —Manual.............................95

2 Special Effects Modes ...................44

3 Scene Modes

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

m Sports ....................................43

n Close up................................43

o Night portrait ......................43

4 g Mode ....................................36

5 Auto modes:

i Auto..................................... 26

j Auto (flash off)................... 26

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The R (Info) Button

R button

Press the R button to view the information display or cycle through display options.

❚❚ Viewfinder Photography

To view shutter speed, aperture, the number of exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other shooting information in the monitor, press the R button.

1 Shooting mode

i auto/

j auto (flash off).....................26

Scene modes ............................42

Special effects mode ..............44

P, S, A, and M modes................88

2 Eye-Fi connection indicator .....224

3 Bluetooth connection

indicator ...................................... 223

Airplane mode ............................ 223

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4 Vignette control indicator........ 197

5 Date stamp indicator................. 204

6 Vibration reduction indicator

.................................................17, 200

7 Flash control indicator .............. 199

Flash compensation indicator for

optional flash units................... 279

8 Release mode .................................55

9 “Beep” indicator.......................... 215

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10 Aperture (f-number)

............................................88, 93, 95

Aperture display .....................93, 95

11 Shutter speed ................... 88, 91, 95

Shutter-speed display............91, 95

12 Autoexposure (AE) lock indicator

.......................................................102

13 AF-area mode indicator .............. 67

Focus point..................................... 69

14 Battery indicator ........................... 25

15 ISO sensitivity ....................... 86, 194

ISO sensitivity display .........86, 196

Auto ISO sensitivity indicator

.......................................................195

16 Number of exposures remaining

......................................................... 25

White balance recording indicator

....................................................... 116

17 “k” (appears when memory

remains for over 1000 exposures)

......................................................... 25

18 Exposure indicator ....................... 96

Exposure compensation indicator

....................................................... 104

19 Help icon....................................... 261

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

A Turning the Monitor Off

To clear shooting information from the monitor, press the R button or press the shutter-release button halfway. The monitor will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for about 8 seconds. For information on choosing how long the monitor remains on before turning off automatically, see Auto off timers (0 209).

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❚❚ Live View and Movie Mode

R button

To start live view, rotate the live view switch during viewfinder photography (0 26). You can then press the R button to cycle through display options as shown below.

Show photo indicators Show movie indicators

(0 127, 130)

Framing grid

Hide indicators

* A crop showing the area recorded is displayed during movie recording;

circled areas indicate the edges of the movie frame crop (the area outside the movie frame crop is grayed out when movie indicators are displayed).

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The Live View Display

Item Description

q Shooting mode

Manual movie

settings indicator

e Time remaining

Wind noise

reduction

Microphone

sensitivity

y Sound level

u Movie frame size

i Foc us mode The current focus mode (0 62). o AF-area mode The current AF-area mode (0 67).

The mode currently selected with the mode dial (0 26, 42, 44, 88).

Displayed when On is selected for Manual movie settings in mode M (0 131).

The amount of time remaining before live view ends automatically. Displayed if shooting will end in 30 s or less (0 10).

Displayed when On is selected for Movie settings > Wind noise reduction in the shooting menu (0 131).

Microphone sensitivity for movie recording (0 131).

Sound level for audio recording. Displayed in red if level is too high; adjust microphone sensitivity accordingly (0 131).

The frame size of movies recorded in movie mode (0 131).

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Item Description

Time remaining

(movie mode)

!1 “No movie” icon Indicates that movies cannot be recorded.

!2 Focu s point

Exposure

indicator

The recording time remaining in movie mode (0 128).

The current focus point. The display varies with the option selected for AF-area mode (0 67).

Indicates whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings (mode

M only; 0 96).

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

D The Count Down Display

A count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically (0 9); the timer turns red 5 s before the auto off timer expires (0 209) or if live view is about to end to protect the internal circuits. Depending on shooting conditions, the timer may appear immediately when live view is selected. Movie recording will end automatically when the timer expires, regardless of the amount of recording time available.

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The P Button

P button

Viewfinder photography

Live view

To change the settings at the bottom of the information display, press the P button, then highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. You can also change settings by pressing the P button during live view.

• Image quality (0 77)

• Image size (0 79)

• White balance (0 110)

• Active D-Lighting (0 108)

• Flash mode (0 81, 83)

• ISO sensitivity (0 86)

• Focus mode (0 62)

• AF-area mode (0 67)

• Metering (0 100)

• Set Picture Control (0 122)

• Flash compensation (0 106)

• Exposure compensation (0 104)

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First Steps

Attach the Camera Strap

A strap is supplied with the camera; additional straps are available separately. Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets.

Charge the Battery

If a plug adapter is supplied, raise the wall plug and connect the plug adapter as shown below at left, making sure the plug is fully inserted. Insert the battery and plug the charger in. An exhausted battery will fully charge in about an hour and 50 minutes.

In some countries or regions,

charger may be supplied with

adapter connected.

The CHARGE lamp will flash while the battery charges.

Battery charging Charging complete

D The Battery and Charger

Read and follow the warnings and cautions in “For Your Safety” (0 x) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions” (0 291).

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Insert the Battery and a Memory Card

Before inserting or removing the battery or memory cards, confirm that power switch is in the OFF position. Insert the battery as shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted.

Battery latch

Holding the memory card in the orientation shown, slide it in until it clicks into place.

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❚❚ Removing the Battery and Memory Cards

Removing the Battery

To remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand.

Removing Memory Cards

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

D Memory Cards

• Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.

• Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.

• 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. Failure to observe this

precaution could damage the card.

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

• Do not format memory cards in a computer.

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Attach a Lens

Remove the camera

body cap

Remove the rear

lens cap

Mounting mark (lens)

Mounting mark (camera)

Align the mounting marks

Rotate the lens as shown until

it clicks into place.

Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR.

Be sure to remove the lens cap before taking pictures.

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A Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons

Retractable lens barrel button

Before using the camera, unlock and extend the lens. Keeping the retractable lens barrel button pressed (q), rotate the zoom ring as shown (w).

Pictures cannot be taken when the lens is retracted; if an error message is displayed as a result of the camera having been turned on with the lens retracted, rotate the zoom ring until the message is no longer displayed.

A Detaching the Lens

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

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A Vibration Reduction (VR)

Vibration reduction can be enabled by selecting On for Optical VR in the shooting menu (0 200), if the lens supports this option, or by sliding the lens vibration reduction switch to ON, if the lens is equipped with a vibration reduction switch. A vibration reduction indicator appears in the information display when vibration reduction is on.

A Retracting Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons

To retract the lens when the camera is not in use, hold the retractable lens barrel button (q) and rotate the zoom ring to the “L” (lock) position as shown (w). Retract the lens before removing it from the camera, and be careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button when attaching or removing the lens.

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Camera Setup

Choose a language and set the camera clock.

1 Turn the camera on.

When the camera is turned on for the first time after purchase, a languageselection dialog will be displayed. The languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased.

Use the multi selector and J button to navigate the menus.

Press 1 and 3 to highlight a language and press J to select. The language can be changed at any time using the Language option in the setup menu.

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2 Set the camera clock.

Use the multi selector and J button to set the camera clock.

Select time zone Select date format

Select daylight saving time

option

Set time and date (note that the

camera uses a 24-hour clock)

The clock can be adjusted at any time using the Time zone and date > Date and time option in the setup menu.

A The Clock Battery

The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed. Three days of charging will power the clock for about a month. If a message warning that the clock is not set is displayed when the camera is turned on, the clock battery is exhausted and the clock has been reset. Set the clock to the correct time and date.

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Focus the Viewfinder

After removing the lens cap, rotate the diopter adjustment control until the focus points are in sharp focus. When operating the control with your eye to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye.

Focus points

Viewfinder not in focus Viewfinder in focus

The camera is now ready for use. Proceed to ““Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)”(0 26) for information on taking photographs.

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Tutorial

G button

Current settings are shown by icons.

Menu options

Options in current menu.

Help icon (0 22)

Slider shows position in current menu.

Camera Menus: An Overview

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

Tab s

Choose from the following menus:

• D: Playback (0 188) • N: Retouch (0 227)

• C: Shooting (0 192) • m: Recent settings (0 251)

• B: Setup (0 201)

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Using Camera Menus

2: Select highlighted item or display sub-menu

1: Move cursor up

3: Move cursor down

J button: select highlighted item

4: Cancel and return to

previous menu

W (Q) button

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

A The d (Help) Icon

If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, a description of the currently selected option or menu can be displayed by pressing the W (Q) button. Press 1 or 3 to scroll through the display. Press W (Q) again to return to the menus.

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❚❚ Navigating the Menus

G button

Follow the steps below to navigate the menus.

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.

3 Select a menu.

Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu.

4 Position the cursor in the

selected menu.

Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu.

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5 Highlight a menu item.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item.

6 Display options.

Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item.

7 Highlight an option.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option.

8 Select the highlighted item.

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

Note the following:

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

• While pressing 2 generally has the same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J.

• To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 30).

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The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining

Press the R button and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining in the information display.

Battery level

R button Number of exposures

remaining

Battery Level

If the battery is low, a warning will also be displayed in the viewfinder. If the information display does not appear when the R button is pressed, the battery is exhausted and needs to be recharged.

Information

display

L — Battery fully charged. K — Battery partially discharged.

H d

(flashes)

Viewfinder Description

Low battery. Ready fully-charged spare battery or prepare to charge battery.

(flashes)

Battery exhausted. Charge battery.

Number of Exposures Remaining

Values over 1000 are shown in thousands, indicated by the letter “k”.

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Basic Photography and Playback

Mode dial

Live view switch

“Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)

This section describes how to take photographs in i and j modes. i and j are automatic “point-and-shoot” modes in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions; the only difference between the two is that the flash will not fire in j mode.

1 Rotate the mode dial to i

or j.

Photographs can be framed in the viewfinder or in the monitor (live view). To start live view, rotate the live view switch.

Framing pictures in the

viewfinder

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Framing pictures in the

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2 Ready the camera.

Viewfinder photography: When framing photographs in the

viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Bring your elbows in against the sides of your chest.

Live view: When framing photographs in the monitor, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the lens with your left.

A Framing Photographs in Portra it (Tall) Orientation

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

Framing photographs in the

viewfinder

Framing photographs in the

monitor

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3 Frame the photograph.

Focus point

Zoom in Zoom out

Zoom ring

Viewfinder photography: Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in at least one of the 11 focus points.

Live view: At default settings, the camera automatically detects faces and selects the focus point. If no face is detected, the camera will focus on subjects near the center of the frame.

A Using a Zoom Lens

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

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4 Press the shutter-release

In-focus indicator

button halfway.

Viewfinder photography: Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (if the subject is poorly lit, the flash may pop up and the AFassist illuminator may light). When the focus operation is complete, a beep will sound (a beep may not sound if the subject is moving) and the in-focus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder.

In-focus indicator Description

I Subject in focus. I

(flashes)

Live view: The focus point flashes green while the camera focuses. If the camera is able to focus, the focus point will be displayed in green; otherwise, the focus point will flash red.

Camera unable to focus using autofocus (0 65).

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5 Shoot.

Memory card access lamp

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

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

Rotate the live view switch to exit live view.

A The Shutter-Release Button

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

Pressing the shutter-release button halfway also ends playback and readies the camera for immediate use.

Focus: press halfway Shoot: press all the

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A Automatic Scene Selection (Scene Auto Selector)

If live view is selected in i or j mode, the camera will automatically analyze the subject and select the appropriate shooting mode when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to focus using autofocus. The selected mode is shown in the monitor.

c Portra it Human portrait subjects e Close up Subjects close to the camera f Night portrait Portrait subjects framed against a dark background Z Auto/

b Auto (flash off)

Subjects suited to i or j mode or that do not fall into the categories listed above

A The Standby Timer (Viewfinder Photography)

The viewfinder display will turn off if no operations are performed for about eight seconds, reducing the drain on the battery. Press the shutter-release button halfway to reactivate the display. The length of time before the standby timer expires automatically can be selected using the Auto off timers option in the setup menu (0 209).

Exposure meters off Exposure meters on

A The Standby Timer (Live View)

The monitor will turn off if no operations are performed for about ten minutes. The length of time before the monitor turns off automatically can be selected using the Auto off timers option in the setup menu (0 209).

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A The Built-in Flash

X button Navigation window

If additional lighting is required for correct exposure in i mode, the built-in flash will pop up automatically when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway (0 80). If the flash is raised, photographs can only be taken when the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed. If the flash-ready indicator is not displayed, the flash is charging; remove your finger briefly from the shutter-release button and try again.

When the flash is not in use, return it to its closed position by pressing it gently downward till the latch clicks into place.

A Live View Zoom Preview

Press the X button to magnify the view in the monitor up to a maximum of about 8.3 ×. A navigation window will appear in a gray frame at the bottom right corner of the display. Use the multi selector to scroll to areas of the frame not visible in the monitor, or press W (Q) to zoom out. Press J to exit zoom.

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A Shooting in Live View

Although they will not appear in the final picture, jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots may appear in the monitor, while bright regions or 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. In addition, distortion may occur with moving subjects, particularly if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves horizontally 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 (0 215), although they may still be visible in the final photograph at some shutter speeds. Avoid pointing the camera at the sun or other strong light sources. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to the camera’s internal circuitry. Live view ends automatically if the mode dial is rotated to g or the mode dial is rotated from g to another setting.

A Exposure

Depending on the scene, exposure may differ from that which would be obtained when live view is not used.

A HDMI

When the camera is attached to an HDMI video device, the video device will display the view through the lens. If the device supports HDMI-CEC, select Off for the HDMI > Device control option in the setup menu (0 187) before shooting in live view.

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Basic Playback

K button

1 Press the K button.

A photograph will be displayed in the monitor.

2 View additional pictures.

Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or

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

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Deleting Unwanted Photographs

K button

O button

To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O button. Note that photographs cannot be recovered

once deleted.

1 Display the photograph.

Display the photograph you wish to delete.

2 Delete the photograph.

Press the O button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press the O button again to delete the image and return to playback.

A Delete

The Delete option in the playback menu can be used to delete multiple images (0 162).

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Guide Mode

Battery indicator (0 25)

Shooting mode: A guide mode indicator appears on the shooting mode icon.

Number of exposures remaining (0 25)

The Guide

Guide mode gives access to a variety of frequently-used and useful functions. The top level of the guide is displayed when the mode dial is rotated to g.

Choose from the following items:

Shoot: Take pictures. View/delete: View and/or delete

Retouch: Retouch pictures. Set up: Change camera settings.

pictures.

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Guide Mode Menus

To access these menus, highlight Shoot, View/delete, Retouch, or Set up and press J.

❚❚ Shoot

Easy operation

4 Auto 5 No flash 9 Distant subjects ! Close-ups 9 Moving subjects 6 Por traits " Night portrait 5 Photograph night landscapes

Advanced oper ation

Soften backgrounds

Bring more into focus Freeze motion (people)

Show water flowing

Capture reds in sunsets

Take bright photos

Take dark (low key) photos

* Affects other Advanced operation items. To restore default settings,

turn the camera off and then on again.

Adjust aperture.

Select a shutter speed.Freeze motion (vehicles)

Adjust white balance to vividly capture

the colors in sunsets. Adjust exposure compensation to take

bright (high key) or dark (low key) photos.

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“Start Shooting”

“More Settings”

❚❚ View/Delete

View single photos View multiple photos Choose a date

Highlight an option and press J.

• Use the viewfinder

• Use live view

• Shoot movies

If More settings is displayed, you can highlight this option and press 2 to access the following settings (the settings available vary with the shooting option selected):

• Flash settings > Flash mode

• Flash settings > Flash compensation

• Release mode

• ISO sensitivity settings > ISO sensitivity

• ISO sensitivity settings >

Auto ISO sensitivity control

• Set Picture Control

• Exposure compensation

• White balance

View a slide show Delete photos

A Guide Mode

Guide mode is reset to Easy operation > Auto when the mode dial is rotated to another setting or the camera is turned off.

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❚❚ Retouch

Trim Filter effects (cross screen) Filter effect s (soft)

Photo illustration Miniature effect Selective color

❚❚ Set Up

Image quality Image size Auto off timers Date stamp Display and sound settings

Monitor brightness Info background color Auto info display Beep

Movie settings

Frame size/frame rate Movie quality Microphone Wind noise reduction Flicker reduction

* Only available when compatible Eye-Fi memory card is inserted

(0 224).

With the exceptions of Flicker reduction, Clock and language,

Format memory card, HDMI, Airplane mode, Smart device connection, Eye-Fi upload, and Slot empty release lock,

changes to settings apply in guide mode only and are not reflected in other shooting modes.

Playback display options Clock and language Format memory card HDMI Airplane mode Smart device connection Eye-Fi upload Slot empty release lock

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Using the Guide

The following operations can be performed while the guide is displayed:

To Description

Return to top level of guide

Turn monitor on

Highlight a menu Press 1, 3, 4, or 2 to highlight a menu.

Highlight options

Select

highlighted

menu or option

Return to

previous display

Press G to turn the monitor on or return to the top level of the guide.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight options in the menus. Press 1, 3, 4, or 2 to highlight options in displays

like that shown below.

Press J to select the highlighted menu or option.

Press 4 to return to the previous display. To cancel and return to the previous display from

displays like that shown below, highlight & and press J.

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To Description

d (help) icon

If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the W (Q) button. Press 1 or 3 to scroll through the display, or press W (Q) again to exit.

View help

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Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode)

The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a picture, and shooting as described in “‘Pointand-Shoot’ Photography (i and j Modes)” (0 26).

The following scenes can be selected with the mode dial:

k Portrait n Close up

m Sports o Night Portrait

k Portrait

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

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m Sports

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

Note

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

n Close up

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

o Night Portrait

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

A Preventing Blur

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

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Special Effects

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

The following effects can be selected by rotating the mode dial to q and rotating the command dial until the desired option appears in the monitor.

Mode dial Command dial Monitor

% Night Vision ( Miniature Effect

S Super Vivid 3 Selective Color

T Pop 1 Silhouette

U Photo Illustration 2 High Key

' Toy Camera Effect 3 Low Key

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% Night Vision

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

Note

Autofocus is available in live view only; manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

S Super Vivid

Overall saturation and contrast are increased for a more vibrant image.

T Pop

Overall saturation is increased for a more lively image.

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U Photo Illustration

Sharpen outlines and simplify coloring for a poster effect that can be adjusted in live view (0 49).

Note

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

' Toy Camera Effect

Create photos and movies that appear to have been shot with a toy camera. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 50).

( Miniature Effect

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

A Note

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

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3 Selective Color

Note

The built-in flash turns off.

1 Silhouette

A Note

The built-in flash turns off.

2 High Key

All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 53).

Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds.

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

Note

The built-in flash turns off.

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3 Low Key

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

Note

The built-in flash turns off.

A Preventing Blur

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

A NEF (RAW)

NEF (RAW) recording is not available in %, S, T, U, ', (, and 3 modes. Pictures taken when an NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine option is selected in these modes will be recorded as JPEG images. JPEG images created at these settings will be recorded as fine-quality images.

A U and ( Modes

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

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Options Available in Live View

Live view switch

Settings for the selected effect are adjusted in the live view display.

❚❚ UPhoto Illustration

1 Select live view.

Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.

2 Adjust outline thickness.

Press J to display options. Press 4 or 2 to make outlines thicker or thinner.

3 Press J.

Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch.

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❚❚ ' Toy Camera Effect

Live view switch

1 Select live view.

Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.

2 Adjust options.

Press J to display options. Press 1 or 3 to highlight Vividness or

Vignetting and press 4 or 2 to change. Adjust vividness to make colors more or less saturated, vignetting to control the amount of vignetting.

3 Press J.

Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch.

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❚❚ (Miniature E ffect

Live view switch

1 Select live view.

Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.

2 Position the focus point.

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

3 Display options.

Press J to display miniature effect options.

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4 Adjust options.

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

5 Press J.

Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch.

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❚❚ 3 Selective Color

Live view switch

Selected color

1 Select live view.

Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.

2 Display options.

Press J to display selective color options.

3 Select a color.

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

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4 Choose the color range.

Color range

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

5 Select additional colors.

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

6 Press J.

Press J to exit when settings are complete. During shooting, only objects of the selected hues will be recorded in color; all others will be recorded in black-and-white. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch.

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More on Photography

I (E) button

Choosing a Release Mode

To choose how the shutter is released (release mode), press the I (E) button, then use the multi selector to highlight the desired option and press J.

Mode Descrip tion

Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutter-

release button is pressed. Continuous: The camera takes photographs while the shutter-

release button is pressed (0 56). Quiet shutter release: As for single -frame, except that camera noise

is reduced (0 58).

E Self-timer: Take pictures with the self-timer (0 59).

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Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode)

I (E) button

In I (Continuous) mode, the camera takes photographs continuously while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.

1 Press the I (E) button.

2 Choose I (Continuous).

Highlight I (Continuous) and press J.

3 Focus.

Frame the shot and focus.

4 Ta ke ph oto graphs .

The camera will take photographs while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.

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A The Memory Buffer

The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to the memory card. Up to 100 photographs can be taken in succession (an exception is if a shutter speed of 4 seconds or slower is selected in mode S or M, when there is no limit on the number of shots that can be taken in a single burst). If the battery is exhausted while images remain in the buffer, the shutter release will be disabled and the images transferred to the memory card.

A Frame Rate

For information on the number of photographs that can be taken in continuous release mode, see “Specifications” (0 297). Frame rates may drop when the memory buffer is full or the battery is low.

A The Built-in Flash

Continuous release mode cannot be used with the built-in flash; rotate the mode dial to j (0 26) or turn the flash off (0 80).

A Buffer Size

The approximate number of images that can be stored in the memory buffer at current settings is shown in the viewfinder exposure-count display while the shutter-release button is pressed.

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Quiet Shutter Release

I (E) button

Choose this mode to keep camera noise to a minimum. A beep does not sound when the camera focuses.

1 Press the I (E) button.

2 Select J (Quiet shutter release).

Highlight J (Quiet shutter release) and press J.

3 Ta ke ph oto graphs .

Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot.

A Quiet Shutter Release

In quiet shutter-release mode, the mirror does not click back into place while the shutter-release button is fully pressed, allowing the photographer to control the timing of the click made by the mirror, which is also quieter than in single-frame mode. In addition, the beep does not sound regardless of the setting selected for Beep option in the setup menu.

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Self-Timer Mode

I (E) button

The self-timer can be used for self-portraits or group shots that include the photographer. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface.

1 Press the I (E) button.

2 Select E (Self-timer) mode.

Highlight E (Self-timer) and press J.

3 Frame the photograph.

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4 Take the photograph.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down. The self-timer lamp will start to flash and a beep will begin to sound. Two seconds before the photo is taken, the lamp will stop flashing and the beeping will become more rapid. The shutter will be released ten seconds after the timer starts.

Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be taken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situations in which the shutter cannot be released. To stop the timer without taking a photograph, turn the camera off.

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A Cover the Viewfinder

Rubber eyecup Eyepiece cap

To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure, we recommend that you cover the viewfinder with your hand or other objects such as an optional eyepiece cap (0 282) when taking pictures without your eye to the viewfinder. To attach the cap, remove the rubber eyecup (q) and insert the cap as shown (w). Hold the camera firmly when removing the rubber eyecup.

A Using the Built-in Flash

Before taking a photograph with the flash in modes that require the flash to be raised manually, press the M (Y) button to raise the flash and wait for the M indicator to be displayed in the viewfinder (0 32). Shooting will be interrupted if the flash is raised after the self-timer has started.

A The Setup Menu Self-Timer Option

For information on choosing the duration of the self-timer and the number of shots taken, see the Self-timer option in the setup menu (0 210).

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Focus

Focus can be adjusted automatically (see below) or manually (0 74). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 69) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (0 72).

Focus Mode

The following focus modes can be selected during viewfinder photography:

Option Description

Camera automatically selects single-servo

AF-A Auto-servo AF

AF-S Single-servo AF

Continuous-

AF-C

servo AF

MF Manual focus Focus manually (0 74).

Note that AF-S and AF-C are available only in modes P, S, A, and M.

autofocus if subject is stationary, continuousservo autofocus if subject is moving. Shutter can only be released if camera is able to focus.

For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Shutter can only be released if camera is able to focus.

For moving subjects. Camera focuses continuously while shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Shutter can only be released if camera is able to focus.

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The following focus modes can be selected during live view:

P button

Option Description

Single-servo AFFor stationary subjects. Focus locks when

AF-S

Full -time -

AF-F

servo AF

MF Manual focus Focus manually (0 74).

shutter-release button is pressed halfway. For moving subjects. Camera focuses continuously until shutter-release button is pressed. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

Note that AF-F is not available in U, ', and ( modes.

❚❚ Choosing the Focus Mode

Follow the steps below to choose the focus mode.

1 Display focus mode options.

Press the P button, then highlight the current focus mode in the information display and press J.

Viewfinder photography Live view

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2 Choose a focus mode.

Highlight a focus mode and press J.

Viewfinder photography Live view

A Predictive Focus Tracking

In AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is selected in AF-A mode during viewfinder photography, the camera will initiate predictive focus tracking if the subject moves toward the camera while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. This allows the camera to track focus while attempting to predict where the subject will be when the shutter is released.

D Continuous-Servo Autofocus

In AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is selected in AF-A mode, the camera gives higher priority to focus response (has a wider focus ran ge) than in AF-S mode, and the shutter may be released before the in-focus indicator is displayed.

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A Getting Good Results with Autofocus

Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (I) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus. In these cases, focus manually (0 74) or use focus lock (0 72) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.

There is little or no contrast between the subject and the background.

Example: Subject is the same color as the background.

The focus point contains objects at different distances from the camera.

Example: Subject is inside a cage.

The subject is dominated by regular geometric patterns.

Example: Blinds or a row of windows in a skyscraper.

The focus point contains areas of sharply contrasting brightness.

Example: Subject is half in the shade.

Background objects appear larger than the subject.

Example: A building is in the frame behind the subject.

The subject contains many fine details. Example: A field of flowers or other subjects that are small or lack variation in brightness.

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A The AF-Assist Illuminator

AF-assist illuminator

If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator will light automatically to assist the autofocus operation when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway (some restrictions apply; 0 255). Note that the illuminator may become hot when used multiple times in quick succession and will turn off automatically to protect the lamp after a period of continuous use. Normal function will resume after a brief pause.

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AF-Area Mode

Choose how the focus point for autofocus is selected. The following options are available during viewfinder photography:

Option Description

Single-point

Dynamic-area

3D-tracking

(11 points)

For stationary subjects. Focus point is selected manually; camera focuses on subject in selected focus point only.

For non-stationary subjects. In AF-A and AF-C focus modes, user selects focus point using multi selector (0 69), but camera will focus based on information from surrounding focus points if subject briefly leaves selected point.

In AF-A and AF-C focus modes, user selects focus point using multi selector (0 69). If subject moves after camera has focused, camera uses 3Dtracking to select new focus point and keep focus locked on original subject while shutterrelease button is pressed halfway.

e Auto-area AF

Camera automatically detects subject and selects focus point.

Note that d (Dynamic-area AF) and f (3D-tracking (11 points)) AF-area modes are not available when AF-S is selected for focus mode.

A 3D-Tracking (11 Points)

If subject leaves the viewfinder, remove your finger from the shutterrelease button and recompose the photograph with the subject in the selected focus point. Note that when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the colors in the area surrounding the focus point are stored in the camera. Consequently 3D-tracking may not produce the desired results with subjects that are similar in color to the background or that occupy a very small area of the frame.

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In modes other than i, j, and (, the following AF-area modes can be selected in live view:

Option Description

Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is

Face -

priority AF

Wide-area

Normal-

area AF

indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces are detected, the camera will focus on the closest subject; to choose a different subject, use the multi selector). 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. Use for hand-held shots of landscapes and other nonportrait subjects.

Use for pin-point focus on a selected spot in the frame. A tripod is recommended.

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Option Description

Use the multi selector to position the focus point over your subject and press J to start tracking. The focus point will track

Subject-

tracking AF

the selected subject as it moves through the frame. To end tracking, press J again. Note that 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.

Note that subject-tracking AF is not available in %, U, ', and 3 modes.

A Manual Focus-Point Selection

The multi selector can be used to select the focus point. Except in subject-tracking AF, pressing J during focus-point selection selects the center focus point. In subject-tracking AF, pressing J starts subject tracking instead. Manual focus-point selection is not available in auto-area AF.

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❚❚ Choosing the AF-Area Mode

P button

Follow the steps below to choose the AF-area mode.

1 Display AF-area mode options.

Press the P button, then highlight the current AF-area mode in the information display and press J.

Viewfinder photography Live view

2 Choose an AF-area mode.

Highlight an option and press J.

Viewfinder photography Live view

A AF-Area Mode

AF-area mode selections made in shooting modes other than P, S, A, or M are reset when another shooting mode is selected.

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D Using Autofocus in Live View

The desired results may not be achieved with teleconverters. Note that in live view, autofocus is slower and the monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses. The focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus. 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

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Focus Lock

Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing in AF-A, AF-S, and AF-C focus modes (0 62), making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 65), focus lock can also be used to recompose the photograph after focusing on another object at the same distance as your original subject. Focus lock is most effective when an option other than e (Auto-area AF) is selected for AF- area mode (0 67).

1 Focus.

Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to initiate focus. Check that the in-focus indicator (I) appears in the viewfinder (viewfinder photography) or that the focus point has turned green (live view).

Viewfinder photography Live view

A Autoexposure Lock

Pressing the A (L) button in Step 2 also locks exposure (0 102).

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2 Lock focus.

Shutter-release button

A (L) button

AF-A and AF-C focus modes (viewfinder photography): With the shutter-release

button pressed halfway (q), press the A (L) button (w) to lock focus. Focus will remain locked while the A (L) button is pressed, even if you later remove your finger from the shutter-release button.

AF-S (viewfinder photography) and live view: Focus locks automatically and remain locked until you remove your finger from the shutter-release button. Focus can also be locked by pressing the A (L) button (see above).

3 Recompose the photograph and shoot.

Focus will remain locked between shots if you keep the shutter-release button pressed halfway (AF-S and live view) or keep the A (L) button pressed, allowing several photographs in succession to be taken at the same focus setting.

Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject while focus lock is in effect. If the subject moves, focus again at the new distance.

Viewfinder photography Live view

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Manual Focus

Manual focus can be used when autofocus is not available or does not produce the desired results (0 65).

1 Select manual focus.

If the lens is equipped with an A-M, M/A-M, or A/M-M mode switch, slide the switch to M. If the lens is not equipped with a focus-mode switch, select MF (manual focus) for Focus mode (0 62) in the P-button menu.

2 Focus.

To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus. Photographs can be taken at any time, even when the image is not in focus.

A AF-P Lenses

When an AF-P lens (0 266) is used in manual focus mode, the in-focus indicator (I) will flash in the viewfinder (or in live view, the focus point will flash in the monitor) to warn that continuing to rotate the focus ring in the current direction will not bring the subject into focus.

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❚❚ The Electronic Rangefinder (Viewfinder Photography)

The viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the subject in the selected focus point is in focus (the focus point can be selected from any of the 11 focus points). After positioning the subject in the selected focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens focus ring until the in-focus indicator (I) is displayed. Note that with the subjects listed in “Getting Good Results with Autofocus” (0 65), the in-focus indicator may sometimes be displayed when the subject is not in focus; confirm focus in the viewfinder before shooting.

A Selecting Manual Focus with the Camera

If the lens supports M/A (autofocus with manual override) or A/M (autofocus with manual override/AF priority), manual focus can also be selected by setting the camera focus mode to MF (manual focus; 0 62). Focus can then be adjusted manually, regardless of the mode selected with the lens.

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A Foca l Plane Po sition

46.5 mm

Focal plane m ark

X button

To determine the distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark (E) on the camera body. The distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is 46.5 mm (1.83 in.).

A Live View

Press the X button to zoom in for precise focus in live view (0 32).

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Nikon D3500 Reference Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Camera Manuals

Table of Contents

For Your Safety

Notices

Bluetooth

Introduction

Getting to Know the Camera

The Camera Body

The Viewfinder

The Mode Dial

First Steps

Attach the Camera Strap

Charge the Battery

Insert the Battery and a Memory Card

Attach a Lens

Camera Setup

Focus the Viewfinder

Tutorial

Camera Menus: An Overview

Using Camera Menus

The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining

Basic Photography and Playback

Basic Playback

Deleting Unwanted Photographs

Guide Mode

The Guide

Guide Mode Menus

Using the Guide

Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode)

k Portrait

m Sports

n Close up

o Night Portrait

Special Effects

% Night Vision

S Super Vivid

U Photo Illustration

' Toy Camera Effect

( Miniature Effect

3 Selective Color

1 Silhouette

2 High Key

3 Low Key

Options Available in Live View

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Choosing a Release Mode

Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode)

Quiet Shutter Release

Self-Timer Mode

Focus

Focus Mode

AF-Area Mode

Focus Lock

Manual Focus