Nikon D7000 User Manual 2
DIGITAL CAMERA
User's Manual
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Where to Find It
Find what you’re looking for from:
The Table of Contents
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Find items by function or menu name.
The Q&A Index
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Know what you want to do but don’t know the function name?
the “question and answer” index.
The Index
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Search by key word.
Error Messages
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If the camera displays a warning, find the solution here.
Troubleshooting
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Camera behaving unexpectedly?
A For Your Safety
Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in “For Your Safety”
(0 xii–xvii).
Find the solution here.
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Find it from
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0 305–308
0 299–304
Help
Use the camera’s on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. See page 18
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
Q&A Index 0 ii
Table of Contents 0 iv
Introduction 0 1
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Basic Photography and Playback 0 35
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Live View 0 49
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Recording and Viewing Movies 0 57
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P, S, A, and M Modes 0 67
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User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes 0 75
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Release Mode 0 77
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Image Recording Options 0 85
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Focus 0 91
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ISO Sensitivity 0 101
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Exposure/Bracketing 0 105
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White Balance 0 117
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Image Enhancement 0 131
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Flash Photography 0 143
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Other Shooting Options 0 151
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More on Playback 0 163
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Connections 0 179
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Menu Guide 0 195
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Technical Notes 0 269
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Q&A Index
Find what you’re looking for using this “question and answer” index.
Taking Photographs
Shooting Modes and Framing Options
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Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots (i mode)? 35–39
How do I quickly adjust settings for different scenes? 40–45
Can I choose a shutter speed (mode S)? 69
Can I choose an aperture (mode A)? 70
How do I make long (“time”) exposures (mode M)? 73
Can I frame photos in the monitor? 49–55
Can I shoot movies? 57–61
Release Modes
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Can I take photos one at a time or in quick succession? 7, 77
How do I take pictures with the self-timer or a remote control? 80
Can I reduce shutter noise in quiet surroundings? 7, 77
Focus
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Can I choose how the camera focuses? 91–95
Can I choose the focus point? 96
Image Quality and Size
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How do I take pictures for printing at large sizes?
How can I get more pictures on the memory card?
Exposure
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Can I make photos brighter or darker? 107
How do I preserve details in shadows and highlights? 139
Using the Flash
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Can I set the flash to fire automatically when needed?
How do I avoid “red-eye”?
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143–145How do I keep the flash from firing?
Viewing Photographs
Playback
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How do I view photographs on the camera? 46, 163
How do I view more information about a photo? 165–170
Can I view photos in an automatic slide show? 201
Can I view photos on a TV? 191–194
Can I protect photos from accidental deletion? 174
Deletion
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How do I delete unwanted photos? 47, 175–177
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Retouching Photographs
How do I create retouched copies of photos? 248–264
How do I remove “red-eye”? 251
How do I make JPEG copies of RAW (NEF) photos? 258
Can I overlay two NEF (RAW) photos to make a single image? 256–257
Can I create a copy of a photo that looks like a painting? 262
Can I trim movie footage on the camera? 63–66
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Menus and Settings
How do I use the menus? 18–20
How do I display menus in another language? 27, 238
How do I use the command dials? 13–16
How do I keep the displays from turning off? 215
How do I focus the viewfinder? 34
Can I display a framing grid in the viewfinder or the monitor? 53, 216
How do I tell if the camera is level? 245
How do I set the camera clock? 27, 237
How do I format memory cards? 32, 236
How do I restore default settings? 151, 202, 207
How do I get help for a menu or message? 18, 305
Connections
How do I copy photos to a computer? 179–181
How do I print photos? 182–190
Can I print the date of recording on my photos? 184, 190
Maintenance and Optional Accessories
What memory cards can I use? 319
What lenses can I use? 269
What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use? 275
What other accessories are available for my camera?
What software is available for my camera?
What do I do with the supplied eyepiece cap? 81
How do I clean the camera?
Where should I take my camera for servicing and repairs?
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Table of Contents
Q&A Index .................................................................................................................................... ii
For Your Safety ......................................................................................................................... xii
Notices........................................................................................................................................xiv
Introduction 1
Overview....................................................................................................................................... 1
Getting to Know the Camera................................................................................................. 2
The Camera Body ......................................................................................................................2
The Mode Dial.............................................................................................................................6
The Release-Mode Dial............................................................................................................7
The Control Panel......................................................................................................................8
The Viewfinder............................................................................................................................9
The Information Display....................................................................................................... 10
The Command Dials ..............................................................................................................13
The BM-11 Monitor Cover ...................................................................................................17
Camera Menus..........................................................................................................................18
Using Camera Menus ............................................................................................................ 19
First Steps ...................................................................................................................................21
Charge the Battery ................................................................................................................. 21
Insert the Battery ....................................................................................................................24
Attach a Lens............................................................................................................................ 25
Basic Setup................................................................................................................................ 27
Insert a Memory Card............................................................................................................29
Format the Memory Card ....................................................................................................32
Adjust Viewfinder Focus ......................................................................................................34
Basic Photography and Playback 35
“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes)...................................................35
Step 1: Turn the Camera On................................................................................................ 35
Step 2: Select i or j Mode ...............................................................................................36
Step 3: Frame the Photograph .......................................................................................... 37
Step 4: Focus ............................................................................................................................38
Step 5: Shoot ............................................................................................................................ 38
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Creative Photography (Scene Modes) .............................................................................40
k Portrait...............................................................................................................................41
l Landscape........................................................................................................................41
p Child...................................................................................................................................41
m Sports.................................................................................................................................41
n Close Up............................................................................................................................42
o Night Portrait ..................................................................................................................42
r Night Landscape............................................................................................................42
s Party/Indoor ....................................................................................................................42
t Beach/Snow ....................................................................................................................43
u Sunset................................................................................................................................43
v Dusk/Dawn ......................................................................................................................43
w Pet Portrait....................................................................................................................... 43
x Candlelight........................................................................................................................44
y Blossom.............................................................................................................................44
z Autumn Colors ...............................................................................................................44
0 Food....................................................................................................................................44
1 Silhouette.........................................................................................................................45
2 High Key............................................................................................................................45
3 Low Key............................................................................................................................. 45
Basic Playback ...........................................................................................................................46
Deleting Unwanted Photographs.....................................................................................47
Live View 49
Framing Photographs in the Monitor ..............................................................................49
Recording and Viewing Movies 57
Recording Movies ....................................................................................................................57
Viewing Movies ........................................................................................................................62
Editing Movies ..........................................................................................................................63
Trimming Movies ....................................................................................................................63
Saving Selected Frames........................................................................................................66
P, S, A, and M Modes 67
Mode P (Programmed Auto) ..............................................................................................68
Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) ..........................................................................................69
Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto).......................................................................................70
Mode M (Manual)....................................................................................................................71
Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only) ........................................................................73
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User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes 75
Saving User Settings.............................................................................................................. 75
Recalling User Settings.........................................................................................................76
Resetting User Settings ........................................................................................................76
Release Mode 77
Choosing a Release Mode ....................................................................................................77
Continuous Mode (C
Self-Timer and Remote Modes ...........................................................................................80
Mirror up Mode ........................................................................................................................83
H/CL).......................................................................................................78
Image Recording Options 85
Image Quality and Size ..........................................................................................................85
Image Quality........................................................................................................................... 85
Image Size ................................................................................................................................. 88
Using Two Memory Cards ....................................................................................................89
Focus 91
Autofocus ...................................................................................................................................91
Autofocus Mode ..................................................................................................................... 91
AF-Area Mode.......................................................................................................................... 94
Focus Point Selection............................................................................................................ 96
Focus Lock................................................................................................................................. 97
Manual Focus ............................................................................................................................99
ISO Sensitivity 101
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control ............................................................................................. 103
Exposure/Bracketing 105
Metering .................................................................................................................................. 105
Autoexposure Lock .............................................................................................................. 106
Exposure Compensation.................................................................................................... 107
Bracketing ............................................................................................................................... 109
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White Balance 117
Fine-Tuning White Balance ............................................................................................... 119
Choosing a Color Temperature ....................................................................................... 122
Preset Manual ........................................................................................................................ 123
Image Enhancement 131
Picture Controls..................................................................................................................... 131
Selecting a Picture Control............................................................................................... 131
Modifying Picture Controls .............................................................................................. 133
Creating Custom Picture Controls ................................................................................. 136
Sharing Custom Picture Controls................................................................................... 138
Active D-Lighting.................................................................................................................. 139
Color Space ............................................................................................................................. 141
Flash Photography 143
Using the Built-in Flash....................................................................................................... 143
Flash Mode............................................................................................................................. 144
Flash Compensation ............................................................................................................ 148
FV Lock...................................................................................................................................... 149
Other Shooting Options 151
Restoring Default Settings ................................................................................................ 151
Multiple Exposure................................................................................................................. 152
Interval Timer Photography.............................................................................................. 155
Non-CPU Lenses .................................................................................................................... 159
The GP-1 GPS Unit ................................................................................................................ 162
More on Playback 163
Full-Frame Playback.............................................................................................................163
Photo Information ............................................................................................................... 165
Thumbnail Playback ............................................................................................................ 171
Calendar Playback ................................................................................................................ 172
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom........................................................................... 173
Protecting Photographs from Deletion........................................................................ 174
Deleting Photographs......................................................................................................... 175
Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback ....................................................... 175
The Playback Menu ............................................................................................................. 176
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Connections 179
Connecting to a Computer ............................................................................................... 179
Before Connecting the Camera.......................................................................................179
Connecting the Camera.....................................................................................................180
Wireless and Ethernet Networks.....................................................................................181
Printing Photographs.......................................................................................................... 182
Connecting the Printer.......................................................................................................182
Printing Pictures One at a Time.......................................................................................183
Printing Multiple Pictures..................................................................................................185
Creating Index Prints...........................................................................................................188
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set .........................................................................189
Viewing Photographs on TV ............................................................................................. 191
Standard Definition Devices.............................................................................................191
High-Definition Devices.....................................................................................................193
Menu Guide 195
D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ............................................................................ 195
Playback Folder.................................................................................................................195
Hide Image .........................................................................................................................196
Display Mode.....................................................................................................................197
Copy Image(s) ...................................................................................................................197
Image Review ....................................................................................................................200
After Delete........................................................................................................................200
Rotate Tall...........................................................................................................................200
Slide Show ..........................................................................................................................201
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ............................................................................ 202
Reset Shooting Menu .....................................................................................................202
Storage Folder...................................................................................................................203
File Naming ........................................................................................................................204
Auto Distortion Control.................................................................................................205
Long Exp. NR (Long Exposure Noise Reduction) ..................................................205
High ISO NR........................................................................................................................205
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings .................................................................. 206
A: Reset Custom Settings.............................................................................................207
a: Autofocus............................................................................................................................208
a1: AF-C Priority Selection.............................................................................................208
a2: AF-S Priority Selection .............................................................................................208
a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On ...............................................................................209
a4: AF Point Illumination ...............................................................................................209
a5: Focus Point Wrap-Around .....................................................................................209
a6: Number of Focus Points .........................................................................................210
a7: Built-in AF-assist Illuminator .................................................................................210
a8: Live View/Movie AF..................................................................................................211
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b: Metering/Exposure......................................................................................................... 211
b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value ..................................................................................... 211
b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl.................................................................................. 211
b3: Easy Exposure Compensation ............................................................................. 212
b4: Center-Weighted Area ........................................................................................... 213
b5: Fine Tune Optimal Exposure................................................................................ 213
c: Timers/AE Lock ................................................................................................................. 213
c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L ................................................................................ 213
c2: Auto Meter-off Delay............................................................................................... 214
c3: Self-Timer..................................................................................................................... 214
c4: Monitor off Delay...................................................................................................... 215
c5: Remote on Duration................................................................................................ 215
d: Shooting/Display............................................................................................................. 215
d1: Beep .............................................................................................................................. 215
d2: Viewfinder Grid Display ......................................................................................... 216
d3: ISO Display and Adjustment ................................................................................ 216
d4: Viewfinder Warning Display................................................................................. 216
d5: Screen Tips.................................................................................................................. 216
d6: CL Mode Shooting Speed ..................................................................................... 217
d7: Max. Continuous Release ...................................................................................... 217
d8: File Number Sequence........................................................................................... 218
d9: Information Display................................................................................................. 219
d10: LCD Illumination ....................................................................................................219
d11: Exposure Delay Mode ..........................................................................................219
d12: Flash Warning .........................................................................................................219
d13: MB-D11 Battery Type ........................................................................................... 220
d14: Battery Order........................................................................................................... 221
e: Bracketing/Flash .............................................................................................................. 222
e1: Flash Sync Speed...................................................................................................... 222
e2: Flash Shutter Speed................................................................................................. 223
e3: Flash Cntrl for Built-in Flash.................................................................................. 223
e4: Modeling Flash.......................................................................................................... 228
e5: Auto Bracketing Set................................................................................................. 229
e6: Bracketing Order....................................................................................................... 229
f: Controls................................................................................................................................ 229
f1: D Switch....................................................................................................................... 229
f2: OK Button (Shooting Mode).................................................................................. 229
f3: Assign Fn Button ....................................................................................................... 230
f4: Assign Preview Button............................................................................................. 232
f5: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button......................................................................................... 232
f6: Customize Command Dials ................................................................................... 233
f7: Release Button to Use Dial ..................................................................................... 234
f8: Slot Empty Release Lock ......................................................................................... 234
f9: Reverse Indicators ..................................................................................................... 234
f10: Assign MB-D11 4 Button..................................................................................... 235
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B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup .......................................................................................... 236
Format Memory Card .....................................................................................................236
LCD Brightness..................................................................................................................237
Video Mode........................................................................................................................237
Flicker Reduction..............................................................................................................237
Time Zone and Date .......................................................................................................237
Language ............................................................................................................................238
Image Comment ..............................................................................................................238
Auto Image Rotation ......................................................................................................239
Image Dust Off Ref Photo .............................................................................................240
Battery Info.........................................................................................................................242
Copyright Information ...................................................................................................243
Save/Load Settings..........................................................................................................244
Virtual Horizon ..................................................................................................................245
AF Fine Tune ......................................................................................................................246
Eye-Fi Upload ....................................................................................................................247
Firmware Version .............................................................................................................247
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies ................................................................. 248
Creating Retouched Copies..............................................................................................249
D-Lighting...........................................................................................................................251
Red-Eye Correction..........................................................................................................251
Trim .......................................................................................................................................252
Monochrome..................................................................................................................... 253
Filter Effects........................................................................................................................254
Color Balance.....................................................................................................................255
Image Overlay ...................................................................................................................256
NEF (RAW) Processing ....................................................................................................258
Resize....................................................................................................................................259
Quick Retouch...................................................................................................................260
Straighten ...........................................................................................................................261
Distortion Control............................................................................................................261
Fisheye.................................................................................................................................261
Color Outline .....................................................................................................................262
Color Sketch.......................................................................................................................262
Perspective Control.........................................................................................................263
Miniature Effect ................................................................................................................263
Side-by-side Comparison.............................................................................................. 264
O My Menu / m Recent Settings ...................................................................................... 265
Recent Settings .....................................................................................................................268
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Technical Notes 269
Compatible Lenses...............................................................................................................269
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)................................................................................. 275
The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) .................................................................276
Other Accessories ................................................................................................................. 280
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter ........................................................ 282
Caring for the Camera ......................................................................................................... 283
Storage..................................................................................................................................... 283
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................. 283
The Low-Pass Filter.............................................................................................................. 284
“Clean Now” ...................................................................................................................... 284
“Clean at Startup/Shutdown” ..................................................................................... 285
“Manual Cleaning” .......................................................................................................... 286
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions ............................................................. 289
Available Settings ................................................................................................................. 292
Defaults .................................................................................................................................... 295
Exposure Program (Mode P)............................................................................................. 298
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 299
Display ..................................................................................................................................... 299
Shooting (All Modes) .......................................................................................................... 300
Shooting (P, S, A, M)........................................................................................................... 302
Playback .................................................................................................................................. 303
Miscellaneous........................................................................................................................ 304
Error Messages.......................................................................................................................305
Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 309
Approved Memory Cards................................................................................................... 319
Memory Card Capacity ....................................................................................................... 320
Battery Life .............................................................................................................................. 321
Index..........................................................................................................................................322
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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
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Nikon product.
❚❚ WARNINGS
Keep the sun out of the frame
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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.
Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder
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Viewing the sun or other strong light
source through the viewfinder could
cause permanent visual impairment.
Using the viewfinder diopter adjustment control
A
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.
Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction
A
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 Nikon-authorized service
center for inspection.
Do not use in the presence of flammable gas
A
Do not use electronic equipment in the
presence of flammable gas, as this could
result in explosion or fire.
Keep out of reach of children
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Failure to observe this precaution could
result in injury.
Do not disassemble
A
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.
Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant
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or child
Placing the camera strap around the neck
of an infant or child could result in
strangulation.
Observe caution when using the flash
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• Using the camera with the flash in close
contact with the skin or other objects
could cause burns.
• Using the flash 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.
Avoid contact with liquid crystal
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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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Observe proper precautions when handling
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batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
batteries for use in this product:
• Use only batteries approved for use in
this equipment.
• Do not short or disassemble the battery.
• Be sure the product is off before
replacing the battery. If you are using an
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
• Do not attempt to insert the battery
upside down or backwards.
• Do not expose the battery to flame or to
excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to water.
• Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the 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.
Observe proper precautions when handling the
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charger
• Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or electric
shock.
• Do not short the charger terminals.
Failure to observe this precaution could
result in overheating and damage to the
charger.
• Dust on or near the metal parts of the
plug should be removed with a dry cloth.
Continued use could result in fire.
• Do not 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. Failure to observe this
precaution could damage the product or
cause overheating or fire.
Use appropriate cables
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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.
CD-ROMs
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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.
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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 this
product 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.
• 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 wer e you to bring a ny err ors or
omissions to the attention of the Nikon
representative in your area (address
provided separately).
ATT EN TI ON
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. Do not dispose of as household
waste.
• For more information, contact the retailer or
the local authorities in charge of waste
management.
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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
Power Cab le
At voltages over AC 125V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the voltage in use, be at
least AWG no. 18 gauge, and have SVG insulation or better with a NEMA 6P-15 plug rated for
AC 250 V 15 A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
television technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user be notified that any
changes or modifications made to this device
that are not expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or provided by
Nikon for your equipment. Using other
interface cables may exceed the limits of Class
B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Notice for Customers in the State of California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product
may expose you to lead, a chemical known to
the State of California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
handling.
Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville,
New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
D7000
Wash hands after
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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.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices
does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered
from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in
the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all
data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it
with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to
also replace any pictures selected for preset manual (0 123). Care should be taken to avoid
injury when physically destroying data storage devices.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on
copies or reproductions of securities issued
by private companies (shares, bills, checks,
gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or
coupon tickets, except when a minimum of
necessary copies are to be provided for
business use by a company. Also, do not
copy or reproduce passports issued by the
government, licenses issued by public
agencies and private groups, ID cards, and
tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted
creative works such as books, music,
paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings,
movies, and photographs is governed by
national and international copyright laws.
Do not use this product for the purpose of
making illegal copies or to infringe copyright
laws.
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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.
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
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 on-line at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Afric a: 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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Introduction
X
Overview
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. To ge t
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
D
prevent damage to the camera.
This icon marks notes; information that should be read before using the
A
camera.
This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.
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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.
D Servicing the Camera and Accessories
The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon 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.
A Camera Settings
The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.
X
1
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
X
1 Release mode dial...............................................7, 77
2 Mode dial.....................................................................6
3 Eyelet for camera strap
4 Release mode dial lock release........................ 7, 77
5 Accessory shoe (for optional flash unit).......... 275
6 Accessory shoe cover........................................... 275
7 Power switch...............................................................2
8 Shutter-release button....................................38, 39
A The Power Switch
Rotate the power switch as shown to turn
the camera on.
9 E (exposure compensation) button................107
Two-button reset button.....................................151
10 Z (metering) button...........................................105
Q (format) button.................................................32
11 Eyelet for camera strap
12 Focal plane mark (E)..........................................100
13 Control panel...............................................................8
Rotate the power switch as shown to turn
the camera off.
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The Camera Body (Continued)
X
1 Built-in flash............................................................143
2 M (flash mode) button ..........................................143
Y (flash compensation) button.......................148
3 D (bracketing) button.............................109, 164
4 Infrared receiver (front)..........................................81
5 Mounting mark ........................................................25
6 Built-in microphone......................................... 58, 60
7 Lens release button.................................................26
8 Connector cover..........................180, 182, 191, 193
9 Cover for accessory terminal and external
microphone connectors .....................................57
10 AF-mode button.........................................50, 92, 95
11 Focus-mode selector........................................91, 99
12 Meter coupling lever............................................ 310
13 Mirror .................................................................83, 286
14 USB connector
Connecting to a computer .............................. 180
Connecting to a printer.................................... 182
15 A/V connector........................................................ 191
16 HDMI mini-pin connector ...................................193
17 Accessory terminal ...................................... 162, 281
18 Connector for external microphone....................57
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X
The Camera Body (Continued)
1 AF-assist illuminator.............................................210
Self-timer lamp.........................................................81
Red-eye reduction lamp ..................................... 145
2 Sub-command dial.........................................13, 233
3 Fn button........................................................149, 230
4 Depth-of-field preview button....................72, 232
5 Battery-chamber cover...........................................24
6 Battery-chamber cover latch ................................24
7 Contact cover for optional MB-D11 battery pack
................................................................................280
8 Power connector cover........................................282
9 CPU contacts
10 Lens mount...................................................... 25, 100
11 Tripod sock et
12 Body cap........................................................... 25, 281
D The Microphone and Speaker
Do not place the microphone or speaker in close proximity to magnetic devices. Failure to
observe this precaution could affect the data recorded on the magnetic devices.
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The Camera Body (Continued)
X
1 Viewfinder eyepiece................................................81
2 Rubber eyecup .........................................................81
3 O (delete) button
Deleting pictures..................................................47
Deleting pictures during playback.................175
Q (format) button.................................................32
4 K (playback) button.....................................46, 163
5 Monitor
Viewing settings...................................................10
Live view..........................................................49, 57
Viewing pictures...................................................46
Full-frame playback...........................................163
6 G (menu) button .......................................18, 195
7 L (help/protect) button............................18, 174
WB (white balance) button..................................117
8 W (thumbnail/playback zoom out) button
.......................................................................171, 172
ISO (ISO sensitivity) button ..................................101
9 X (playback zoom in) button.............................173
QUAL (image quality/size) button..................86, 88
Two-button reset button ....................................151
10 Diopter adjustment control...................................34
11 A (AE-L/AF-L) button ...........................97, 106, 232
12 Speaker.......................................................................62
13 Main command dial .......................................13, 233
14 Live view switch ................................................49, 57
15 Movie-record button...............................................58
16 Multi selector ............................................................19
17 Memory card slot cover..........................................29
18 J (OK) button..........................................................19
19 Infrared receiver (rear)............................................81
20 Focus selector lock...................................................96
21 Memory card access lamp ..............................29, 38
22 R (info) button..........................................10, 12, 53
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The Mode Dial
The camera offers a choice of the following modes:
X
P, S, A, and M Modes
Select these modes for full control over camera settings.
• P— Programmed auto (0 68)
• S —Shutter-priority auto (0 69)
• A—Aperture-priority auto (0 70)
• M—Manual (0 71)
Auto Modes
Select these modes for simple, point-and-shoot
photography.
• i Auto (0 35) • j Auto (flash off ) (0 35)
Mode dial
Scene Modes (0 40)
The camera automatically optimizes settings to suit
the selected scene. Match your selection to the
scene being photographed.
U1 and U2 Modes (0 75)
Store and recall customized shooting settings.
A Non-CPU Lenses
Non-CPU (0 270) lenses can be used only in modes A and M. Selecting another mode when
a non-CPU lens is attached disables the shutter release.
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The Release-Mode Dial
To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial
lock release and turn the release mode dial to the
desired setting (0 77).
Mode Description
Release mode dial lock release
X
Release mode dial
Single frame
S
Continuous low speed
CL
Continuous high speed
CH
Quiet shutter-release
J
Self-timer Take pictures with the self-timer.
E
Remote control
4
Mirror up Raise the mirror before taking photographs.
MUP
One photograph is taken each time the shutterrelease button is pressed.
The camera takes photographs at about 1 to 5
frames per second while the shutter-release
button is pressed.
The camera takes photographs at up to 6 frames
per second while the shutter-release button is
pressed.
As for single-frame, except that camera noise is
reduced.
Take pictures with an optional ML-L3 remote
control.
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The Control Panel
X
1 Color temperature indicator .............................. 122
2 Shutter speed ....................................................69, 71
Exposure compensation value .......................... 107
Flash compensation value.................................. 148
White balance fine-tuning.................................. 120
Color temperature................................................122
White balance preset number.................. 123, 128
Number of shots in bracketing sequence
.............................................................. 109, 112, 114
Number of intervals for interval timer
photography.......................................................156
Focal length (non-CPU lenses) ..........................159
17 “Beep” indicator....................................................215
18 Exposure compensation indicator.................... 107
19 Flash sync indicator.............................................. 222
20 Flash compensation indicator ........................... 148
21 Auto-area AF indicator ...........................................95
AF-area mode indicator..........................................95
3D-tracking indicator..............................................94
22 Autofocus mode.......................................................91
3 MB-D11 battery indicator ...................................221
4 Battery indicator...................................................... 35
5 Flash mode .............................................................144
6 Image size .................................................................88
7 Image quality ........................................................... 85
8 White balance fine-tuning indicator ................120
9 White balance ........................................................117
10 Aperture stop indicator ................................ 70, 270
11 Aperture (f-number).........................................70, 71
Aperture (number of stops)......................... 70, 270
Bracketing increment..................................110, 112
Number of shots per interval .............................156
Maximum aperture (non-CPU lenses) .............159
PC mode indicator ................................................181
12 Flexible program indicator ................................... 68
13 Memory card indicator (Slot 1) ......................30, 89
14 Memory card indicator (Slot 2) ......................30, 89
15 ISO sensitivity indicator .......................................101
Auto ISO sensitivity indicator............................. 104
16 “K” (appears when memory remains for over
1000 exposures)................................................... 36
23 “Clock not set” indicator............................... 28, 237
24 Interval timer indicator........................................157
25 Multiple exposure indicator ...............................153
26 Exposure and flash bracketing indicator.........109
WB bracketing indicator......................................112
ADL bracketing indicator ....................................114
27 Bracketing progress indicator.......... 109, 112, 115
28 GPS connection indicator....................................162
29 Metering..................................................................105
30 Number of exposures remaining ........................ 36
Number of shots remaining before memory
buffer fills.........................................................38, 79
Capture mode indicator ......................................181
ISO sensitivity.........................................................101
Preset white balance recording indicator.......124
Active D-Lighting amount ..................................139
Manual lens number ............................................161
HDMI-CEC connection indicator........................194
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The Viewfinder
X
1 Framing grid (displayed when On is selected for
Custom Setting d2)............................................216
2 Focus points....................................................... 38, 96
AF-area mode...........................................................94
3 AF area brackets..............................................37, 165
4 Battery indicator*...........................................35, 216
5 Black-and-white indicator*.................................216
6 “No memory card” indicator*......................30, 216
7 Focus indicator......................................... 38, 97, 100
8 Autoexposure (AE) lock........................................106
9 Shutter speed ....................................................69, 71
AF mode.....................................................................91
10 Aperture (f-number) ........................................ 70, 71
Aperture (number of stops) .........................70, 270
11 Low battery warning ..............................................35
12 Exposure and flash bracketing indicator.........109
WB bracketing indicator ......................................112
ADL bracketing indicator.....................................114
13 ISO sensitivity indicator........................................101
14 “K” (appears when memory remains for over
1000 exposures)....................................................36
* Display can be turned off with Custom Setting d4.
15 Flash-ready indicator .....................................39, 219
16 FV lock indicator.................................................... 149
17 Flash sync indicator..............................................222
18 Aperture stop indicator.................................70, 270
19 Exposure indicator...................................................72
Exposure compensation display....................... 107
Tilt indicator ...........................................................231
20 Flash compensation indicator ........................... 148
21 Exposure compensation indicator.................... 107
22 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator............................. 104
23 Number of exposures remaining .........................36
Number of shots remaining before memory
buffer fills.........................................................38, 79
ISO sensitivity.........................................................101
Preset white balance recording indicator....... 124
Exposure compensation value .......................... 107
Flash compensation value..................................148
Active D-Lighting amount..................................139
AF-area mode ...........................................................94
D No Battery
When the battery is totally exhausted or no battery is inserted, the display in the viewfinder
will dim. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. The viewfinder display will
return to normal when a fully-charged battery is inserted.
D The Control Panel and Viewfinder Displays
The brightness of the control panel and viewfinder displays varies with temperature, and the
response times of the displays may drop at low temperatures. This is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction.
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The Information Display
Press the R button to display shutter speed, aperture, the
number of exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other
shooting information in the monitor.
X
1 Shooting mode...........................................................6
2 Flexible program indicator....................................68
3 Flash sync indicator.............................................. 222
4 Shutter speed .................................................... 69, 71
Exposure compensation value .......................... 107
Flash compensation value.................................. 148
Number of shots in bracketing sequence
.............................................................. 109, 112, 114
Focal length (non-CPU lenses) ..........................159
Color temperature................................................122
5 Color temperature indicator .............................. 122
6 Aperture stop indicator.................................70, 270
7 Aperture (f-number) ........................................70, 71
Aperture (number of stops) .........................70, 270
Bracketing increment ................................. 110, 112
Maximum aperture (non-CPU lenses) .............159
R button
8 Exposure indicator.................................................. 72
Exposure compensation display........................107
Bracketing progress indicator
Exposure and flash bracketing .......................109
WB bracketing ....................................................112
9 Auto-area AF indicator........................................... 95
Focus points indicator......................................37, 96
AF-area mode indicator......................................... 95
3D-tracking indicator .............................................94
10 ISO sensitivity indicator .......................................101
Auto ISO sensitivity indicator............................. 104
11 “K” (appears when memory remains for over
1000 exposures)................................................... 36
12 Number of exposures remaining .......................36
Manual lens number ............................................161
13 Fn button assignment ..........................................230
14 AE-L/AF-L button assignment ..............................232
15 Picture Control indicator.....................................132
16 Long exposure noise reduction indicator.......205
17 Auto distortion control........................................205
18 White balance ........................................................117
White balance fine-tuning indicator ................120
19 Image quality ........................................................... 85
Role played by card in slot 2................................. 89
20 Image size .................................................................88
21 Flash mode .............................................................144
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