Nikon D800, D800EFXBODY, D800BODY, D800 E User Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
User's Manual
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Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR)
digital camera. This manual is for both D800 and D800E digital
cameras; save where otherwise noted, operations are identical.
Illustrations show the D800.
To get the most from your camera,
please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them
where they will be read by all those who use the product.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols
and conventions are used:
This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before
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use to prevent damage to the camera.
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using the camera.
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Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are
shown in bold.
Camera Settings
The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.
Help
Use the camera’s on-board help feature for help on menu items and other
topics. See page 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
A For Your Safety
Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety
instructions in “For Your Safety” (0 xiii–xv).
Where to Find It
Find what you’re looking for from:
The Table of Contents..............................................................
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The Q&A Index.........................................................................
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The Quick Start Guide .............................................................0xxi
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The Index..................................................................................0441
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Error Messages ........................................................................0417
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Troubleshooting......................................................................0412
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Introduction 0 1
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Tut ori al 0 15
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Live View Photography 0 45
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Movie Live View 0 59
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Image Recording Options 0 79
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Focus 0 91
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Release Mode 0 103
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ISO Sensitivity 0 109
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Exposure 0 115
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White Balance 0 145
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Image Enhancement 0 163
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Flash Photography 0 181
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Other Shooting Options 0 193
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More About Playback 0 219
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Connections 0 239
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Menu Guide 0 259
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Technical Notes 0 371
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Q&A Index
Find what you’re looking for using this “question and answer”
index.
Taking Photographs
Shooting and Framing Options
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Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots? xxi, 37
Can I frame photos in the monitor (C live view
photography)?
Can I shoot movies (1 movie live view)? 59
Can I join photographs taken at regular intervals to
create a time-lapse movie?
Release Modes
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Can I take photos in quick succession? 103
How do I take pictures with the self-timer? 106
Focus
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Can I choose how the camera focuses? 91
Can I choose the focus point? 96
Exposure
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Can I make photos brighter or darker? 130
How do I preserve details in shadows and highlights?174, 176
Using the Flash
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How do I use the flash? 181
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?
Viewing Photographs
Playback
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How do I view photographs on the camera? 219
How do I view more information about a photo? 222
Can I view photos in an automatic slide show? 267
Can I view photos on a TV? 256
Can I protect photos from accidental deletion? 233
Deletion
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How do I delete unwanted photos? 234
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Retouching Photographs
How do I create retouched copies of photos? 341
How do I make JPEG copies of RAW (NEF) photos? 353
Can I create a copy of a photo that looks like a
painting?
Can I trim movie footage on the camera or save
movie stills?
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Menus and Settings
How do I use the menus? 15
How do I keep the displays from turning off? 291, 292
How do I focus the viewfinder? 35
How do I set the camera clock? 27, 329
How do I format memory cards? 32
How do I restore default settings?
How do I get help for a menu or message? 18
Connections
How do I copy photos to a computer? 239
How do I print photos? 247
Can I print the date of recording on my photos? 250
Maintenance and Optional Accessories
What memory cards can I use? 434
What lenses can I use? 371
What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use? 380
What other accessories are available for my camera?
What software is available for my camera?
How do I clean the camera? 393
Where should I take my camera for servicing and
repairs?
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Table of Contents
Q&A Index ................................................................................................. ii
For Your Safety .................................................................................... xiii
Notices.................................................................................................... xvi
Quick Start Guide.................................................................................xxi
Introduction 1
Package Contents...................................................................................1
Getting to Know the Camera..............................................................2
Camera Body....................................................................................... 2
The Control Panel.............................................................................. 6
The Viewfinder Display.................................................................... 8
The Information Display................................................................10
The BM-12 Monitor Cover ............................................................14
Tutorial 15
Camera Menus...................................................................................... 15
Using Camera Menus .....................................................................16
Help ......................................................................................................18
First Steps ............................................................................................... 19
Charge the Battery ..........................................................................19
Insert the Battery .............................................................................21
Attach a Lens.....................................................................................24
Basic Setup.........................................................................................26
Insert a Memory Card.....................................................................29
Format the Memory Card .............................................................32
Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...............................................................35
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Basic Photography and Playback .................................................. 37
Turn the Camera On....................................................................... 37
Ready the Camera........................................................................... 39
Focus and Shoot.............................................................................. 40
Viewing Photographs.................................................................... 43
Deleting Unwanted Photographs............................................. 44
Live View Photography 45
Focusing in Live View .................................................................... 48
The Live View Display: Live View Photography ...................51
The Information Display: Live View Photography............... 54
Manual Focus ................................................................................... 55
Movie Live View 59
Indices................................................................................................. 63
The Live View Display: Movie Live View ................................. 64
The Information Display: Movie Live View............................. 66
Image Area ........................................................................................67
Movie Settings .................................................................................70
Viewing Movies .................................................................................... 72
Editing Movies ...................................................................................... 74
Trimming Movies ............................................................................ 74
Saving Selected Frames................................................................ 77
Image Recording Options 79
Image Area............................................................................................. 79
Image Quality........................................................................................ 84
Image Size .............................................................................................. 87
Using Two Memory Cards ................................................................ 89
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Focus 91
Autofocus ............................................................................................... 91
Autofocus Mode ..............................................................................91
AF-Area Mode...................................................................................93
Focus Point Selection.....................................................................96
Focus Lock..........................................................................................98
Manual Focus ......................................................................................101
Release Mode 103
Choosing a Release Mode ..............................................................103
Power Source and Frame Rate................................................. 104
Self-Timer Mode.................................................................................106
Mirror up Mode ..................................................................................108
ISO Sensitivity 109
Manual Adjustment ..........................................................................109
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control ..........................................................111
Exposure 115
Metering ...............................................................................................115
Exposure Mode...................................................................................117
e: Programmed Auto ..................................................................118
f: Shutter-Priority Auto ..............................................................119
g: Aperture-Priority Auto ...........................................................120
h: Manual......................................................................................... 122
Long Time-Exposures.......................................................................124
Shutter-Speed and Aperture Lock...............................................126
Autoexposure (AE) Lock ..................................................................128
Exposure Compensation.................................................................130
Bracketing ............................................................................................132
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White Balance 145
White Balance Options ....................................................................145
Fine-Tuning White Balance............................................................148
Choosing a Color Temperature ....................................................152
Preset Manual .....................................................................................154
Image Enhancement 163
Picture Controls..................................................................................163
Selecting a Picture Control........................................................163
Modifying Existing Picture Controls.......................................165
Creating Custom Picture Controls..........................................169
Sharing Custom Picture Controls............................................172
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows .........................174
Active D-Lighting..........................................................................174
High Dynamic Range (HDR) ......................................................176
Flash Photography 181
Using the Built-in Flash.................................................................... 181
Flash Modes ....................................................................................183
Flash Compensation.........................................................................188
FV Lock ..................................................................................................190
Other Shooting Options 193
Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings .......................193
Multiple Exposure .............................................................................195
Interval Timer Photography ..........................................................201
Time-Lapse Photography ...............................................................207
Non-CPU Lenses.................................................................................212
Using a GPS Unit ................................................................................215
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More About Playback 219
Viewing Images ..................................................................................219
Full-Frame Playback .................................................................... 219
Thumbnail Playback .................................................................... 219
Playback Controls ........................................................................ 220
Photo Information.............................................................................222
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom........................................231
Protecting Photographs from Deletion.....................................233
Deleting Photographs .....................................................................234
Full-Frame and Thumbnail Playback..................................... 234
The Playback Menu...................................................................... 236
Connections 239
Connecting to a Computer ............................................................239
Before Connecting the Camera............................................... 239
Direct USB Connection............................................................... 243
Ethernet and Wireless Networks............................................. 245
Printing Photographs.......................................................................247
Connecting the Printer............................................................... 248
Printing Pictures One at a Time............................................... 249
Printing Multiple Pictures.......................................................... 251
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set .................................254
Viewing Photographs on TV ..........................................................256
HDMI Options ................................................................................257
Menu Guide 259
D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ...............................259
Playback Folder......................................................................... 260
Hide Image ................................................................................. 260
Playback Display Options...................................................... 261
Copy Image(s) ...........................................................................262
Image Review ............................................................................ 265
After Delete................................................................................ 266
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Rotate Tall ...................................................................................266
Slide Show...................................................................................267
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ..............................268
Shooting Menu Bank...............................................................269
Extended Menu Banks............................................................270
Storage Folder...........................................................................271
File Naming.................................................................................273
Color Space.................................................................................274
Vignette Control .......................................................................275
Auto Distortion Control .........................................................276
Long Exposure NR
(Long Exposure Noise Reduction) .................................277
High ISO NR ................................................................................277
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings ..............278
Custom Settings Bank.............................................................280
a: Autofocus ....................................................................................281
a1: AF-C Priority Selection.....................................................281
a2: AF-S Priority Selection .....................................................282
a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On........................................283
a4: AF Activation.......................................................................283
a5: AF point Illumination .......................................................284
a6: Focus Point Wrap-Around..............................................284
a7: Number of Focus Points..................................................285
a8: Built-in AF-assist Illuminator..........................................286
b: Metering/Exposure..................................................................287
b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value ..............................................287
b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl ...........................................287
b3: Exp./Flash Comp. Step Value ........................................287
b4: Easy Exposure Compensation ......................................288
b5: Center-Weighted Area ....................................................289
b6: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure ........................................290
c: Timers/AE Lock ..........................................................................290
c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L .........................................290
c2: Auto Meter-off Delay........................................................291
c3: Self-Timer..............................................................................291
c4: Monitor off Delay...............................................................292
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d: Shooting/Display ..................................................................... 292
d1: Beep....................................................................................... 292
d2: CL Mode Shooting Speed .............................................. 293
d3: Max. Continuous Release............................................... 293
d4: Exposure Delay Mode .....................................................293
d5: File Number Sequence ...................................................294
d6: Viewfinder Grid Display.................................................. 295
d7: ISO Display and Adjustment......................................... 295
d8: Screen Tips .......................................................................... 295
d9: Information Display .........................................................296
d10: LCD Illumination............................................................. 296
d11: MB-D12 Battery Type.................................................... 297
d12: Battery Order ...................................................................298
e: Bracketing/Flash....................................................................... 299
e1: Flash Sync Speed............................................................... 299
e2: Flash Shutter Speed .........................................................300
e3: Flash Cntrl for Built-in Flash .......................................... 301
e4: Modeling Flash................................................................... 307
e5: Auto Bracketing Set ......................................................... 307
e6: Auto Bracketing (Mode M)............................................. 308
e7: Bracketing Order ............................................................... 308
f: Controls ........................................................................................309
f1: D Switch................................................................................ 309
f2: Multi Selector Center Button ......................................... 309
f3: Multi Selector....................................................................... 310
f4: Assign Fn Button................................................................ 311
f5: Assign Preview Button ..................................................... 315
f6: Assign AE-L/AF-L button ................................................. 315
f7: Shutter Spd & Aperture Lock ......................................... 316
f8: Assign BKT Button.............................................................. 316
f9: Customize Command Dials............................................ 317
f10: Release Button to Use Dial ........................................... 318
f11: Slot Empty Release Lock ...............................................319
f12: Reverse Indicators ...........................................................319
f13: Assign MB-D12 AF-ON................................................... 320
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g: Movie ............................................................................................321
g1: Assign Fn Button ...............................................................321
g2: Assign Preview Button ....................................................322
g3: Assign AE-L/AF-L button ................................................323
g4: Assign Shutter Button .....................................................324
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup...............................................325
Format Memory Card..............................................................326
Monitor Brightness ..................................................................326
Image Dust Off Ref Photo......................................................327
Flicker Reduction......................................................................329
Time Zone and Date................................................................329
Language.....................................................................................330
Auto Image Rotation...............................................................331
Battery Info .................................................................................332
Image Comment.......................................................................333
Copyright Information............................................................334
Save/Load Settings..................................................................335
Virtual Horizon...........................................................................337
AF Fine-Tune ..............................................................................338
Eye-Fi Upload.............................................................................339
Firmware Version......................................................................340
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies .............341
D-Lighting...................................................................................344
Red-Eye Correction..................................................................345
Trim................................................................................................346
Monochrome .............................................................................347
Filter Effects ................................................................................348
Color Balance .............................................................................349
Image Overlay............................................................................350
NEF (RAW) Processing.............................................................353
Resize ............................................................................................355
Quick Retouch ...........................................................................357
Straighten....................................................................................357
Distortion Control ....................................................................358
Fisheye .........................................................................................358
Color Outline..............................................................................359
Color Sketch ...............................................................................359
Perspective Control .................................................................360
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Miniature Effect ........................................................................361
Selective Color ..........................................................................362
Side-by-Side Comparison .....................................................364
O My Menu/m Recent Settings ....................................................366
Technical Notes 371
Compatible Lenses............................................................................371
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)..............................................380
The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS).......................... 381
Other Accessories ..............................................................................387
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter................. 391
Caring for the Camera......................................................................393
Storage ............................................................................................. 393
Cleaning........................................................................................... 393
The Low-Pass Filter ......................................................................394
“Clean Now”............................................................................... 394
“Clean at Startup/Shutdown”.............................................. 396
Manual Cleaning ......................................................................397
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions..........................401
Defaults .................................................................................................405
Exposure Program.............................................................................411
Troubleshooting ................................................................................412
Error Messages....................................................................................417
Specifications ......................................................................................423
Approved Memory Cards ...............................................................434
Memory Card Capacity ....................................................................436
Battery Life ...........................................................................................439
Index.......................................................................................................441
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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
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warnings before using this Nikon product.
❚❚ WARNI NGS
A Keep the sun out of the frame
Keep the sun well out of the frame
when shooting backlit subjects.
Sunlight focused into the camera
when the sun is in or close to the
frame could cause a fire.
A Do not look at the sun through the
viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong
light source through the
viewfinder could cause
permanent visual impairment.
A Using the viewfinder diopter adjustment
control
When operating the viewfinder
diopter adjustment control with
your eye to the viewfinder, care
should be taken not to put your
finger in your eye accidentally.
A Turn off immediately in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
equipment or AC adapter
(available separately), unplug the
AC adapter and remove the
battery immediately, taking care
to avoid burns. Continued
operation could result in injury.
After removing the battery, take
the equipment to a Nikonauthorized service center for
inspection.
A Do not disassemble
Touching the product’s internal
parts could result in injury. In the
event of malfunction, the product
should be repaired only by a
qualified technician. Should the
product break open as the result
of a fall or other accident, remove
the battery and/or AC adapter
and then take the product to a
Nikon-authorized service center
for inspection.
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A Do not use in the presence of flammable
gas
Do not use electronic equipment
in the presence of flammable gas,
as this could result in explosion or
fire.
A Keep out of reach of children
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in injury.
note that small parts constitute a
chocking hazard.
swallow any part of this
equipment, consult a physician
immediately.
In addition,
Should a child
A Do not place the strap around the neck of
an infant or child
Placing the camera strap around
the neck of an infant or child
could result in strangulation.
A Do not remain in contact with the
camera, battery, or charger for extended
periods while the devices are on or in use
Parts of the device become hot.
Leaving the device in direct
contact with the skin for extended
periods may result in lowtemperature burns.
A Observe proper precautions when
handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when
handling batteries for use in this
product:
• Use only batteries approved for
use in this equipment.
• Do not short or disassemble the
battery.
• Be sure the product is off before
replacing the battery. If you are
using an AC adapter, be sure it is
unplugged.
• Do not attempt to insert the
battery upside down or
backwards.
• Do not expose the battery to
flame or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
• Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the battery. Do not
transport or store the battery with
metal objects such as necklaces or
hairpins.
• Batteries are prone to leakage
when fully discharged. To avoid
damage to the product, be sure to
remove the battery when no
charge remains.
• When the battery is not in use,
attach the terminal cover and
store in a cool, dry place.
• The battery may be hot
immediately after use or when the
product has been used on battery
power for an extended period.
Before removing the battery turn
the camera off and allow the
battery to cool.
• Discontinue use immediately
should you notice any changes in
the battery, such as discoloration
or deformation.
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A Observe proper precautions when
handling the charger
• Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
• Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with
a dry cloth. Continued use could
result in fire.
• Do not handle the power cable or
go near the charger during
thunderstorms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify, or
forcibly tug or bend the power
cable. Do not place it under
heavy objects or expose it to heat
or flame. Should the insulation be
damaged and the wires become
exposed, take the power cable to
a Nikon-authorized service
representative for inspection.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in fire or electric
shock.
• Do not handle the plug or charger
with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could
result in electric shock.
• Do not use with travel converters
or adapters designed to convert
from one voltage to another or
with DC-to-AC inverters.
to observe this precaution could
damage the product or cause
overheating or fire.
Fai lure
A Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the
input and output jacks, use only
the cables provided or sold by
Nikon for the purpose to maintain
compliance with product
regulations.
A CD-ROMs
CD-ROMs containing software or
manuals should not be played
back on audio CD equipment.
Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD
player could cause hearing loss or
damage the equipment.
A Do not aim a flash at the operator of a
motor vehicle
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in accidents.
A Observe caution when using the flash
• Using 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.
A Avoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care
should be taken to avoid injury
due to broken glass and to
prevent the liquid crystal from the
monitor touching the skin or
entering the eyes or mouth.
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Notices
• No part of the manuals included with this
product may be reproduced, transmitted,
transcribed, stored in a retrieval system,
or translated into any language in any
form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior
written permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the
specifications of the hardware and
software described in these manuals at
any time and without prior notice.
Notices for Customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
Notices for Customers in Europe
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF
USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates that
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 were you to bring
any errors 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.
household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
Do not dispose of as
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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
Power C able
At voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the voltage in use, be
at least AWG no. 18 gauge, and have SVG insulation or better with a NEMA 6P-15 plug
rated for AC 250 V 15 A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. Thi s
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for help.
If this equipment does cause
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user be notified
that any changes or modifications made
to this device that are not expressly
approved by Nikon Corporation may
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
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
WARNIN G: Handling the cord on this product
may expose you to lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
hands after handling.
Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road,
Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
D800/D800E
Wash
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Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please no te that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage
devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can
sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially
available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image
data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another
person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and
then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for
example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for
preset manual (0 158). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically
destroying data storage devices.
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 reproduc tions
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.
batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use
with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the
operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could damage the
camera and may void your Nikon warranty.
rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal
shown at right could interfere with normal operation of the camera
or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized
Nikon dealer.
AVC Pate nt Portfol io Licen se
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HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND
NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CON SUMER TO (I) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC
STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (II) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO
PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FO R
ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE
http://www.mpegla.com
Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers,
The use of third-party
D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories
Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with
your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within
its operational and safety requirements.
ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON
WARRANTY.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON
D Servicing the Camera and Accessories
The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing.
recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or a
Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years,
and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees
apply to these services). Frequent inspection and servicing are
particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally.
accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses or optional
flash units, should be included when the camera is inspected or
serviced.
Nikon
Any
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A Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or
before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the
camera is functioning normally.
damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Nikon will not be held liable for
A Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing
product support and education, continually-updated information is
available on-line at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information,
tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice
on digital imaging and photography.
available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the following
URL for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/
Additional information may be
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Quick Start Guide
16
GB
Follow these steps for a quick start with the D800.
1 Attach the camera strap.
Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets.
2 Charge (0 19) and insert the battery (0 21).
.
3 Attach a lens (0 24).
4 Insert a memory card (0 29).
Front
xxi
5 Turn the camera on (0 37).
A See Also
For information on choosing a language
and setting the time and date, see page 26.
See page 35 for information on adjusting
viewfinder focus.
6 Select autofocus (0 91).
Rotate the focus-mode selector to AF
(autofocus).
7 Focus and shoot (0 40, 41).
Press the shutter-release button
halfway to focus, then press the
shutter-release button the rest
of the way down to take the
photograph.
8 View the
photograph
(0 43).
Focus-mode selector
Focus indicator
xxii
K button
X
Introduction
Package Contents
Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera.
Memory cards are sold separately.
• BM-12
monitor
cover
(014)
• USB cable clip
(0 243)
• D800/D800E digital
camera (0 2)
• EN-EL15
rechargeable
Li-ion
battery with
terminal
cover
(0 19, 21)
• UC-E14 USB cable
(0 243, 248)
• Strap (AN-DC6 for D800,
AN-DC6E for D800E; 0 xxi)
•Warranty
• User’s Manual (this guide)
• BF-1B body
cap (0 24,
389)
• BS-1 accessor y
shoe cover
(
0
380)
• MH-25 battery charger
(AC wall adapter
supplied only in
countries or regions
where required. Shape
of power cable depends
on country of sale; 0 19)
• Quick Guide
• ViewNX 2 installer CD (0 239)
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1
Getting to Know the Camera
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls
and displays.
refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual.
Camera Body
1
2
X
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and
16
10
11
12
13
14
4
15
1 Release mode dial ........................103
2 Release mode dial
lock release .................................... 103
3 T button
Image quality .............................. 84
Image size .................................... 87
Two-button reset...................... 193
4 Eyelet for camera strap .................xxi
5 U button
White balance .........146, 151, 153
6 S button
ISO sensitivity ............................109
Auto ISO sensitivity control ...111
7 D button
Bracketing .......133, 137, 141, 316
2
8 Accessory shoe
(for optional flash unit) ...............380
9 Accessory shoe cover ..................380
10 Power switch ................................... 26
11 Shutter-release button........... 40, 41
12 E button
Exposure compensation.........130
Two-button reset......................193
13 Movie-record button..................... 61
14 I/Q button
Exposure mode
...................................................... 117
Formatting memory cards ....... 32
15 Control panel..................................... 6
16 Focal plane mark (E).................102
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
11
12
13
1 Built-in flash .................................. 181
2 Flash pop-up button................... 181
3 M/Y button
Flash mode................................ 182
Flash compensation................ 188
4 Built-in microphone................ 65, 70
5 Flash sync terminal cover .......... 380
6 Ten-pin remote terminal
cover ...................................... 215, 390
7 Flash sync terminal...................... 380
8 Ten-pin remote terminal... 215, 390
9
14
15
16
17
18
19
10 Connector for external
microphone......................................65
11 USB connector ..................... 243, 248
12 Headphone connector ..................65
13 HDMI mini-pin connector.......... 256
14 Mounting index ..............................25
15 Lens release button........................25
16 AF-mode button .........48, 50, 92, 94
17 Focus-mode selector ..... 48, 91, 101
18 Meter coupling lever................... 426
19 Mirror ..................................... 108, 398
9 Connector cover..........243, 248, 256
D The Microphone and Speaker
Do not place the microphone or speaker in close proximity to magnetic
devices.
recorded on the magnetic devices.
Failure to observe this precaution could affect the data
X
3
Camera Body (Continued)
1
2
3
4
X
5
6
7
11
10
9
8
12
1 AF-assist illuminator ....................286
Self-timer lamp.............................107
Red-eye reduction lamp............. 183
2 Sub-command dial ...................... 317
3 Depth-of-field preview button
................................. 63, 117, 315, 322
4 Fn (function) button
................................. 83, 191, 311, 321
6 Battery-chamber cover latch....... 21
7 Battery-chamber cover .................21
8 Contact cover for optional
MB-D12 battery pack .................. 387
9 Tripod socket
10 Lens mount ............................. 25, 102
11 CPU contacts
12 Body cap .................................. 24, 389
5 Power connector cover............... 391
A LCD Illuminators
Rotating the power switch toward
activates the exposure meters and
control panel backlight (LCD
illuminator), allowing the display to
be read in the dark. After the power
switch is released, the illuminators will
remain lit for six seconds while the
exposure meters are active or until
the shutter is released or the power switch is rotated toward D again.
4
D
Power switch
1
2 3 4 5
25
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
1 Viewfinder ........................................ 35
2 Viewfinder eyepiece .............36, 106
3 Diopter adjustment control .........35
4 Metering selector ........................ 116
5 A button
AE/AF lock .........98, 128, 315, 323
6 B button
AF-ON ...............................46, 60, 92
7 Main command dial .................... 317
8 Multi selector................... 16, 42, 221
9 Memory card slot cover ......... 29, 31
10 Focus selector lock .........................96
11 Speaker ............................................. 73
12 a button
Live view ................................ 45, 59
13 Live view selector .................... 45, 59
14 Memory card access lamp..... 30, 31
15 R (info) button........................ 10, 13
16 Ambient brightness sensor for
automatic monitor brightness
control ...................................... 53, 326
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
16
14
15
17 J (OK) button .................................18
18 W button
Thumbnail ................................. 219
Playback zoom out ................. 231
19 X button
Playback zoom in..................... 231
20 L/Z/Q button
Protect ........................................ 233
Picture Control.......................... 163
Help................................................18
21 G button
Menu.....................................15, 259
22 Monitor ............. 43, 45, 53, 219, 326
23 K button
Playback ...............................43, 219
24 O/Q button
Delete ...................................44, 234
Formatting memory cards........32
25 Eyepiece shutter lever ..........36, 106
X
5
The Control Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
X
Color temperature indicator .........153
1
Shutter speed ..........................119, 122
2
Exposure compensation value ..... 130
Flash compensation value............. 188
White balance fine-tuning.............148
Color temperature..................146, 153
White balance preset number......154
Number of shots in
exposure and flash bracketing
sequence............................................133
Number of shots in
WB bracketing sequence ...............137
HDR exposure differential..............180
Number of shots in multiple
exposure.............................................197
Number of intervals for
interval timer photography...........204
Focal length (non-CPU lenses) ..... 214
Flash sync indicator.........................299
3
Flexible program indicator............118
4
Exposure mode.................................117
5
Image size............................................87
6
Image quality...................................... 84
7
8
White balance...................................145
8
White balance fine-tuning
indicator............................................. 151
Exposure indicator ..........................123
9
Exposure compensation
indicator............................................. 130
Bracketing progress indicator:
Exposure and flash bracketing.. 133
WB bracketing............................... 137
ADL bracketing.............................. 141
PC connection indicator ................246
HDR indicator.................................. 177
10
Multiple exposure indicator.......... 196
11
SD card indicator .........................31, 32
12
CompactFlash card indicator.... 31, 32
13
Aperture (f-number)
14
Aperture (number of stops)
Bracketing increment............ 134, 138
Number of shots in ADL bracketing
sequence ...........................................141
Number of shots per interval........ 204
Maximum aperture
(non-CPU lenses) ............................. 214
PC mode indicator........................... 246
Aperture stop indicator......... 121, 374
15
............... 120, 122
... 121, 374
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