Nikon N1405 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
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D5500 Model Name: N1405
To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the product.
Symbols and Conventions
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read before use to prevent damage to the camera.
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before using the camera.
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manual.
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Camera Settings
The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.
A For You r Safet y
Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in “For Your Safety” (0 xi–xiv).

Table of Contents

For Your Safety............................................................................. xi
Notices.......................................................................................... xv
Wireless ........................................................................................ xx
Introduction 1
Getting to Know the Camera...................................................... 1
Camera Menus: An Overview ................................................... 13
Using the Touch Screen............................................................. 17
First Steps..................................................................................... 27
“Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)38
Framing Photos in the Viewfinder .......................................... 39
Viewing Photographs........................................................................ 42
Deleting Unwanted Pictures........................................................... 43
Framing Photos in the Monitor................................................ 45
Viewing Photographs........................................................................ 48
Deleting Unwanted Pictures........................................................... 49
Recording Movies....................................................................... 50
Viewing Movies.................................................................................... 52
Deleting Unwanted Movies............................................................. 53
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Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) 54
k Portrait........................................................................................ 55
l Landscape ................................................................................. 55
p Child ............................................................................................ 55
m Sports .......................................................................................... 56
n Close up...................................................................................... 56
o Night Portrait............................................................................ 56
r Night Landscape..................................................................... 57
s Party/Indoor ............................................................................. 57
t Beach/Snow.............................................................................. 57
u Sunset ......................................................................................... 58
v Dusk/Dawn ............................................................................... 58
w Pet Portrait ................................................................................ 58
x Candlelight ................................................................................. 59
y Blossom ...................................................................................... 59
z Autumn Colors......................................................................... 59
0 Food.............................................................................................. 60
Special Effects 61
% Night Vision .............................................................................. 61
S Super Vivid................................................................................. 62
T Pop............................................................................................. 62
U Photo Illustration .................................................................... 62
' Toy Camera Effect................................................................... 63
( Miniature Effect....................................................................... 63
3 Selective Color......................................................................... 63
1 Silhouette .................................................................................. 64
2 High Key..................................................................................... 64
3 Low Key...................................................................................... 64
Options Available in Live View....................................................... 66
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More on Photography 71
Choosing a Release Mode......................................................... 71
Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode)........................................ 72
Quiet Shutter Release................................................................ 74
Self-Timer Mode ......................................................................... 75
Focus (Viewfinder Photography) ............................................ 78
Choosing How the Camera Focuses: Focus Mode.................. 78
Choosing How the Focus Point Is Selected:
AF-Area Mode.................................................................................. 82
Focus Point Selection........................................................................ 85
Focus Lock............................................................................................. 86
Manual Focus ....................................................................................... 88
Image Quality and Size ............................................................. 90
Image Quality....................................................................................... 90
Image Size ............................................................................................. 92
Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................. 93
Auto Pop-up Modes........................................................................... 93
Manual Pop-up Modes ..................................................................... 95
ISO Sensitivity ............................................................................. 99
Interval Timer Photography................................................... 101
Remote Control Photography ............................................... 107
Using an Optional ML-L3 Remote Control .............................. 107
Restoring Default Settings ..................................................... 110
P, S, A, and M Modes 113
Shutter Speed and Aperture.................................................. 113
Mode P (Programmed Auto)......................................................... 115
Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto)..................................................... 117
Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto) ................................................. 118
Mode M (Manual) .............................................................................. 119
Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)........................................ 121
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Exposure.................................................................................... 125
Metering.............................................................................................. 125
Autoexposure Lock.......................................................................... 127
Exposure Compensation ............................................................... 129
Flash Compensation ....................................................................... 131
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows.................... 133
Active D-Lighting ............................................................................. 133
High Dynamic Range (HDR) ......................................................... 135
White Balance........................................................................... 137
Fine-Tuning White Balance .......................................................... 140
Preset Manual.................................................................................... 142
Bracketing................................................................................. 148
Picture Controls ....................................................................... 152
Selecting a Picture Control ........................................................... 152
Modifying Picture Controls........................................................... 154
Creating Custom Picture Controls ............................................. 158
Sharing Custom Picture Controls ............................................... 161
Live View 162
Framing Photographs in the Monitor.................................. 162
Focusing in Live View ..................................................................... 164
The Live View Display ..................................................................... 168
Recording and Viewing Movies 174
Recording Movies.................................................................... 174
Movie Settings................................................................................... 177
Viewing Movies........................................................................ 181
Editing Movies ......................................................................... 183
Trimming Movies ............................................................................. 183
Saving Selected Frames................................................................. 186
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Playback and Deletion 188
Viewing Pictures....................................................................... 188
Full-Frame Playback......................................................................... 188
Thumbnail Playback ........................................................................ 190
Calendar Playback ............................................................................ 191
Photo Information ................................................................... 192
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom.................................. 200
Protecting Photographs from Deletion ............................... 202
Rating Pictures.......................................................................... 203
Rating Individual Pictures.............................................................. 203
Rating Multiple Pictures ................................................................. 204
Deleting Photographs............................................................. 205
Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback.................... 205
The Playback Menu.......................................................................... 206
Slide Shows ............................................................................... 208
Slide Show Options.......................................................................... 209
Connections 210
Installing ViewNX 2.................................................................. 210
Using ViewNX 2 ........................................................................ 211
Copy Pictures to the Computer................................................... 211
Printing Photographs.............................................................. 214
Connecting the Printer ................................................................... 214
Printing Pictures One at a Time................................................... 215
Printing Multiple Pictures.............................................................. 216
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set...................................... 218
Viewing Pictures on TV ........................................................... 220
Standard Definition Devices......................................................... 220
High-Definition Devices ................................................................. 222
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Wi-Fi 224
What Wi-Fi Can Do for You .................................................... 224
Accessing the Camera ............................................................ 225
WPS (Android Only)......................................................................... 226
PIN Entry (Android Only) ............................................................... 228
SSID (Android and iOS) .................................................................. 229
Selecting Pictures for Upload................................................ 231
Selecting Individual Pictures for Upload ................................. 231
Selecting Multiple Pictures for Upload..................................... 232
Camera Menus 233
D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ................................ 233
Playback Menu Options................................................................. 233
Playback Folder ......................................................................... 234
Playback Display Options ...................................................... 234
Image Review............................................................................. 234
Auto Image Rotation ............................................................... 235
Rotate Tall.................................................................................... 235
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ................................. 236
Shooting Menu Options ................................................................ 236
Reset Shooting Menu.............................................................. 237
Storage Folder ........................................................................... 238
File Naming................................................................................. 240
NEF (RAW) Recording.............................................................. 240
ISO Sensitivity Settings........................................................... 241
Color Space ................................................................................. 243
Long Exposure NR .................................................................... 243
High ISO NR................................................................................. 244
Vignette Control........................................................................ 244
Auto Distortion Control.......................................................... 245
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A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings........................ 246
Custom Settings................................................................................ 247
Reset Custom Settings ............................................................ 248
a: Autofocus ................................................................................... 248
a1: AF-C Priority Selection...................................................... 248
a2: Number of Focus Points................................................... 249
a3: Built-in AF-assist Illuminator .......................................... 250
a4: Rangefinder.......................................................................... 251
b: Exposure..................................................................................... 252
b1: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl............................................ 252
b2: ISO Display............................................................................ 252
c: Timers/AE Lock ......................................................................... 252
c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L .......................................... 252
c2: Auto off Timers.................................................................... 253
c3: Self-Timer .............................................................................. 254
c4: Remote on Duration (ML-L3).......................................... 254
d: Shooting/Display..................................................................... 254
d1: Exposure Delay Mode....................................................... 254
d2: File Number Sequence..................................................... 255
d3: Viewfinder Grid Display ................................................... 256
d4: Date Stamp........................................................................... 256
d5: Reverse Indicators.............................................................. 258
e: Bracketing/Flash ...................................................................... 259
e1: Flash Cntrl for Built-in Flash/Optional Flash............. 259
e2: Auto Bracketing Set........................................................... 264
f: Controls........................................................................................ 265
f1: Assign Fn Button ................................................................. 265
f2: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button................................................... 267
f3: Assign Touch Fn................................................................... 268
f4: Reverse Dial Rotation......................................................... 269
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B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup .............................................. 270
Setup Menu Options....................................................................... 270
Format Memory Card .............................................................. 272
Image Comment ....................................................................... 273
Copyright Information............................................................ 274
Time Zone and Date ................................................................ 275
Language..................................................................................... 275
Beep Options.............................................................................. 276
Touch Controls .......................................................................... 276
Monitor Brightness................................................................... 276
Info Display Format.................................................................. 277
Auto Info Display ...................................................................... 278
Info Display Auto Off ............................................................... 278
Image Dust Off Ref Photo ...................................................... 279
Flicker Reduction ...................................................................... 281
Slot Empty Release Lock......................................................... 281
Video Mode................................................................................. 281
Accessory Terminal .................................................................. 282
Eye-Fi Upload ............................................................................. 284
Conformity Marking................................................................. 285
Firmware Version...................................................................... 285
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies ...................... 286
Retouch Menu Options.................................................................. 286
Creating Retouched Copies.......................................................... 288
NEF (RAW) Processing............................................................. 289
Trim................................................................................................ 291
Resize ............................................................................................ 292
D-Lighting ................................................................................... 294
Quick Retouch............................................................................ 295
Red-Eye Correction .................................................................. 295
Straighten.................................................................................... 296
Distortion Control..................................................................... 296
Perspective Control.................................................................. 297
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Fisheye .......................................................................................... 297
Filter Effects................................................................................. 298
Monochrome.............................................................................. 299
Image Overlay ............................................................................ 300
Color Outline............................................................................... 302
Photo Illustration....................................................................... 303
Color Sketch ................................................................................ 303
Miniature Effect.......................................................................... 304
Selective Color............................................................................ 305
Painting......................................................................................... 307
Side-by-side Comparison....................................................... 307
m Recent Settings/O My Menu ............................................. 309
Choosing a Menu.............................................................................. 309
m Recent Settings ............................................................................ 310
O My Menu......................................................................................... 310
Technical Notes 314
Compatible Lenses................................................................... 314
Compatible CPU Lenses ................................................................. 314
Compatible Non-CPU Lenses ....................................................... 316
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) ....................................... 323
Flash Units Compatible with the Creative Lighting System
(CLS) .................................................................................................. 323
Other Accessories..................................................................... 330
Approved Memory Cards............................................................... 334
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter..................... 335
Caring for the Camera ............................................................. 337
Storage ................................................................................................. 337
Cleaning............................................................................................... 337
Image Sensor Cleaning................................................................... 338
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Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions .................... 343
Available Settings.................................................................... 348
Troubleshooting...................................................................... 350
Battery/Display.................................................................................. 350
Shooting (All Modes) ...................................................................... 351
Shooting (P, S, A, M).......................................................................... 354
Playback............................................................................................... 355
Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks).............................................................. 357
Miscellaneous.................................................................................... 357
Error Messages......................................................................... 358
Specifications ........................................................................... 364
Lenses................................................................................................... 377
Memory Card Capacity ........................................................... 391
Battery Life................................................................................ 392
Index .......................................................................................... 394
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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.
❚❚ WARNINGS
AKeep the sun out of the frame
Keep the sun well out of the frame when shooting backlit subjects. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in or close to the frame could cause a fire.
ADo not look at the sun through the
viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment.
AUsing the viewfinder diopter adjustment
control
When operating the viewfinder diopter adjustment control with your eye to the viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally.
ATurn off immediately in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or AC adapter (available separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon­authorized service center for inspection.
ADo not use in the presence of flammable
gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.
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Keep out of reach of children
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Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this equipment, consult a physician immediately.
ADo not disassemble
Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury. In the event of malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.
ADo not place the strap around the neck of
an infant or child
Placing the camera strap around the neck of an infant or child could result in strangulation.
ADo not remain in contact with the
camera, battery, or charger for extended periods while the devices are on or in use
Parts of the device become hot. Leaving the device in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.
ADo not leave the product where it will be
exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight
Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.
ADo not aim a flash at the operator of a
motor vehicle
Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.
AObserve c aution when using the flash
Using the camera with the flash in
close contact with the skin or other objects could cause burns.
Using the flash close to the subjec t’s
eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. The flash should be no less than one meter (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.
AAvoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
ADo not carry tripods with a lens or camera
attached
You could trip or accidentally strike others, resulting in injury.
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Observe proper precautions when
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handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product:
Use only batteries approved for use
in this equipment.
Do not short or disassemble the
battery.
Be sure the product is off before
replacing the battery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
Do not attempt to insert the battery
upside down or backwards.
Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the batter y. Do not transport or store the battery with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
Batteries are prone to leakage when
fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.
When the battery is not in use,
attach the terminal cover and store in a cool, dry place.
The battery may be hot
immediately after use or when the product has been used on battery power for an extended period. Before removing the battery turn the camera off and allow the batter y to cool.
Discontinue use immediately
should you notice any changes in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.
AObserve proper precautions when
handling the charger
Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in injury or product malfunction due to fire or electric shock.
Do not short the charger terminals.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating and damage to the charger.
Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.
Do not go near the charger during
thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
Do not handle the plug or charger
with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injur y or product malfunction due to fire or electric shock.
Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DC­to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.
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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.
AFollow the instructions of airline and
hospital personnel
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Notices

No part of the manuals included
with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.
Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
Notice for Customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B
Notices for Customers in Europe
CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.
For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.
Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
This symbol on the bat­tery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
All batteries, whether marked with this symbol or not, are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.
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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
The Battery Charger
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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.
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CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Notice for Customers in the State of California WARNING: Handling the cord on this
product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200
D5500
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Repr oduction
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 cer tain copies and
reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.
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Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for pres et manual (0 146). Before discarding the camera or transferring ownership to another person, you should also use the Wi-Fi > Network settings > Reset network settings (0 230) option in the camera setup menu to delete any personal network information. Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices.
AVC Patent Portfolio License
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL
AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSU MER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C.
SEE http://www.mpegla.com
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE
NO LICENSE IS
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Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown at right could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, ignit­ing, rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local autho­rized Nikon dealer.
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 NIK ON WARRANTY.
A Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
A Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on­line at the following sites:
For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the following URL for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/
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Wireless

This product, which contains encryption software developed in the United States, is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations and may not be exported or re-exported to any country to which the United States embargoes goods. embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria.
The use of wireless devices may be prohibited in some countries or regions. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative before using the wireless features of this product outside the country of purchase.
Notices for Customers in the U. S. A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjec t to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Co-location
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200
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The following countries are currently subject to
Notices for Customers in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. The D5500, which is equipped with a LBWA1U5YR1 (FCC ID: VPYLBYR650/IC ID: 772C-LBYR650) wireless LAN module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer to the SAR test report that was uploaded to FCC website.
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Notices for Customers in Europe
Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that the D5500 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
The declaration of conformity
may be consulted at http://imaging.nikon.com/suppor t/pdf/DoC_D5500.pdf
Notice for Customers in Singapore
Trade Name: Model: D5500
This device complies with radio-frequency regulations. The content of certification labels not affixed to the device is given below.
Complies with IDA Standards DA103423
Security
Although one of the benefits of this product is that it allows others to freely connect for the wireless exchange of data anywhere within its range, the following may occur if security is not enabled:
Data theft: Malicious third-parties may intercept wireless transmissions to steal user IDs, passwords, and other personal information.
Unauthorized access: Unauthorized users may gain access to the network and alter data or perform other malicious actions.
Note that due to the design of wireless networks, specialized attacks may allow unauthorized access even when security is enabled.
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Introduction

Getting to Know the Camera

Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual.
The Camera Body
5 4 3
19
1 AF-assist illuminator ........... 81, 250
Self-timer lamp.............................. 76
Red-eye reduction lamp .......94, 96
2 Power switch.................................. 31
3
Shutter-release button
4 E/N button............... 120, 129, 131
5 Movie-record button .......... 51, 175
6 Live view switch....45, 50, 162, 174
7 Mode dial...........................................4
8 Built-in flash ...................................93
9 M/ Y button..................93, 95, 131
10 Eyelets for camera strap.............. 27
2 1
18
................. 41
17
67
11 Fn button ...................................... 265
12 Mounting mark ............................. 29
13 Lens release button...................... 37
14 I/E/#
button ...............71, 72, 74, 75, 107
15 Mirror............................................. 340
16 Lens mount ..............................29, 89
17 CPU contacts
18 Infrared receiver for ML-L3 remote
control (front) ............................108
19 Body cap
8
9
10
11
12 13
1516
14
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31
32
33
30
29
28 27
21 2220
23 24 25
26
20 Stereo microphone ....................178
21 Accessory shoe (for optional flash
22 Eye sensor.................................9, 278
23 R
24 Command dial
25 A/L button .....87, 127, 202, 267
26 Connector cover
27 G button...................13, 110, 233
D Close the Connector Cover
Close the connector cover when the connectors are not in use. matter in the connectors can interfere with data transfer.
D The Speaker
Do not place the speaker in close proximity to magnetic devices. Failure to observe this precaution could affect the data recorded on the magnetic devices.
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units) ............................................ 323
(information)
button
..............................8, 110, 170
28 Infrared recei ver for ML-L3 remote
control (rear) ..............................108
29 Speaker
30 Focal plane mark (E)...................89
31 USB and A/V
connector.................. 211, 214, 220
32 Connector for external
microphone ...............................180
33 Accessory terminal..................... 333
Forei gn
344835 36 37
38
39
40 41
47
46
34 Viewfinder eyepiece.......... 5, 33, 76
35 Diopter adjustment control .......33
36 K button............................... 42, 188
37 P button............... 10, 171, 178, 189
38 Multi selector ...........................12, 14
39 J (OK) button.........................12, 14
40 O button ................................ 43, 205
41 Memory card access
lamp....................................... 41, 163
42 Battery-chamber cover
latch .................................28, 35, 335
43 Battery-chamber cover
..........................................28, 35, 335
49
50
51
424345 44
44 W/Q button.................14, 190, 200
45 X button.............................. 190, 200
46 Tri pod soc ket 47 Vari-angle monitor
......................6, 17, 42, 45, 162, 188
48 Rubber eyecup .............................. 76
49 HDMI connector cover ..............222
50 Memory card slot cover ........28, 35
51 Power connector cover for
optional power connector ......335
52 Battery latch.................... 28, 35, 335
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The Mode Dial
The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes.
P, S, A, and M Modes:
P —Programmed auto (0 115)
S —Shutter -priority auto (0 117)
A —Aperture- priority auto (0 118)
M—Manual (0 119)
Scene Modes (0 54)
Special Effects Modes (0 61)
Auto Modes:
i Auto (0 38)
j Auto (flash off ) (0 38)
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The Viewfinder
Note: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.
12
3
4 5 6
1 Framing grid (displayed when On
is selected for Custom Setting d3, Viewfinder grid display) ...256
2 Focus points................................... 85
3 AF area brackets......................33, 40
4 Low battery warning ................... 34
5 Monochrome indicator (displayed
in % mode or when the Monochrome Picture Cont rol or a Picture Control based on Monochrome is
selected) ............................... 61, 152
6 “No memory card” indicator ......28
7 Focus indicator........................40, 89
8 Autoexposure (AE) lock
indicator....................................... 127
9 Shutter speed ..............................114
10 Aperture (f-number) ..................114
11 Special effects mode indicator ..61
12 Bracketing indicator................... 148
7
8
13 Number of exposures
remaining...................................... 34
Number of shots remaining before
memory buffer fills ..................... 73
White balance recording
indicator ...................................... 143
Exposure compensation
value............................................. 129
Flash compensation value........ 131
ISO sensitivity ....................... 99, 252
Capture mode indicator
14 “k” (appears when memory
remains for over 1000
exposures)..................................... 34
15 Flash-ready indicator................... 44
16 Flexible program indicator....... 116
17 Exposure indicator ..................... 120
Exposure compensation
display.......................................... 129
Electronic rangefinder............... 251
18
Flash compensation indicator
19 Exposure compensation
indicator ...................................... 129
20 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator ..241
21 Warning indicator....................... 358
11 12 1491710 1513
1816
19
2120
... 131
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The Monitor
The monitor can be angled and rotated as shown below.
180°
Normal use: Fold the monitor against the camera face out. monitor is normally used in this position.
Low-angle shots: Tilt the monitor up to take shots in live view with the camera held low.
High-angle shots: Tilt the monitor down to take shots in live view with the camera held high.
Self-portraits: Use for self-portraits in live view. a mirror image of what will appear in the final picture.
The monitor shows
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The
90°
180°
D Using the Monitor
Rotate the monitor gently within the limits shown. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the camera or monitor. back face down against the camera body.
Do not lift or carry the camera by the monitor. precaution could damage the camera.
To protect the monitor when the camera is not in use, fold it
Do not use force.
Failure to observe this
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The Information Display
R button
654 7 8 9 10 11
1
3
12
2
Viewing settings: To view the information display, press the R button.
1 Shooting mode
2 Aperture (f-number) ..................114
3 Shutter speed ..............................114
4 Satellite signal indicator ...........284
5 Wi-Fi connection indicator....... 230
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i auto/
j auto (flash off).....................38
Scene modes ............................54
Special effects mode ..............61
P, S, A, and M modes............. 113
Aperture display ......................... 114
Shutter-speed display ............... 114
Eye-Fi connection indicator..... 284
6 Touch Fn assignment ................ 268
7 Vignette control indicator........ 244
8 Exposure delay mode................ 254
9 Date stamp indicator................. 256
10 Flash control indicator ..............259
Flash compensation indicator for
optional flash units................... 328
11 Battery indicator............................ 34
12 ISO sensitivity.................................99
ISO sensitivity display..........99, 242
Auto ISO sensitivity
indicator ...................................... 242
13 14
15 16
22
13 Bracketing indicator................... 148
14 Autoexposure (AE) lock
indicator....................................... 127
15 AF-area mode indicator .............. 82
Focus point..................................... 85
16 Release mode ................................ 71
17 ADL bracketing amount............ 149
18 Number of exposures
remaining...................................... 34
White balance recording
indicator....................................... 143
Capture mode indicator
21
19 “k” (appears when memory
remains for over 1000
exposures)..................................... 34
20 z icon............................................. 24
21 Exposure indicator ..................... 120
Exposure compensation
indicator ...................................... 129
Bracketing progress
indicator ...................................... 151
22 Help icon....................................... 358
17 18 19
20
Note: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.
A Info Display Auto Off
The eye sensor will automatically turn the info display off if you put your eye to the viewfinder while the standby timer is active. display will turn on again when you remove your eye from the viewfinder. off using the Info display auto off option (0 278) in the setup menu. Note, however, that regardless of the option selected the information display will turn off when the standby timer expires.
If desired, you can prevent the information display turning
The
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Changing settings: To change the settings at
P button
the bottom of the display, press the P button, then highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item.
You ca n
also change settings by pressing the P button during live view (0 171, 178).
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1 Image quality .................................90
2 Image size........................................92
3 Auto bracketing ..........................149
4 HDR (high dynamic range)....... 135
5 Active D-Lighting ....................... 133
6 White balance ............................. 137
7 ISO sensitivity .................................99
8 Exposure compensation ...........129
9 Flash compensation .................. 131
10 Flash mode .............................. 94, 96
11 Metering....................................... 125
12 AF-area mode........................82, 166
13 Focus mode ...........................78, 164
14 Picture Control............................ 152
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A Turning the Monitor Off
To clear shooting information from the monitor, press the R button or press the shutter-release button halfway. automatically if no operations are performed for about 8 seconds (for information on choosing how long the monitor stays on, see Auto off timers on page 253). sensor or look through the viewfinder.
The monitor will also turn off if you cover the eye
The monitor will turn off
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The Multi Selector
1: Press the multi selector up
4: Press the multi
selector left
2: Press the multi selector right
J button
3: Press the multi selector down
In this manual, operations using the multi selector are represented by 1, 3, 4, and 2 icons.
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Camera Menus: An Overview

G button
Current settings are shown by icons.
Menu options
Options in current menu.
Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus.
To view the menus, press the
G button.
Tabs
Choose from the following menus:
D: Playback (0 233) N: Retouch (0 286)
C: Shooting (0 236) m/O: Recent settings or My Menu
A: Custom Settings (0 246)
B: Setup (0 270)
(defaults to Recent settings; 0 309)
Help icon (0 14)
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Using Camera Menus
2: Select highlighted item or display sub-menu
1: Move cursor up
3: Move cursor down
J button: select highlighted item
4: Cancel and
return to previous
menu
W (Q) button
❚❚ Menu Controls
The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus.
A The d (Help) Icon
If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, a description of the currently selected option or menu can be displayed by pressing the W (Q) button. display.
Press W (Q) again to return to the menus.
Press 1 or 3 to scroll through the
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❚❚ Navigating the Menus
G button
Follow the steps below to navigate the menus.
1 Display the menus.
Press the G button to display the menus.
2 Highlight the icon for the
current menu.
Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu.
3 Select a menu.
Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu.
4 Position the cursor in the
selected menu.
Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu.
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5 Highlight a menu item.
Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item.
6 Display options.
Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item.
7 Highlight an option.
Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option.
8 Select the highlighted item.
Press J to select the highlighted item. To e x it without making a selection, press the G button.
Note the following:
Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available.
While pressing 2 generally has the same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J.
To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 41).
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Using the Touch Screen

The touch-sensitive monitor supports the following operations:
Flick
Flick a finger a short distance across the monitor.
Slide
Slide a finger over the monitor.
Stretch/Pinch
Place two fingers on the monitor and move them apart or pinch them together.
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D The Touch Screen
The touch screen responds to static electricity and may not respond when covered with third-party protective films or when touched with fingernails or gloved hands. screen with sharp objects.
Do not use excessive force or touch the
D Using the Touch Screen
The touch screen may not respond as expected if you attempt to operate it while leaving your palm or another finger resting on it in second location. too soft, your fingers are moved too quickly or too short a distance or do not remain in contact with the screen, or if the movement of the two fingers in a pinch or stretch is not correctly coordinated.
It may not recognize other gestures if your touch is
A Enabling or Disabling Touch Controls
Touch controls can be enabled or disabled using the Touch controls option in the setup menu (0 276). controls for shooting, playback, and menu navigation or Playback only to enable touch controls for playback only.
Select Enable to enable touch
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Touch-Screen Photography
Tap icons in the shooting display to adjust camera settings (note that not all icons will respond to touch-screen operations). During live view, you can also take photographs by tapping the monitor.
❚❚ Viewfinder Photography
Use the touch screen to adjust settings in the information display (0 8).
Scene/Effect Selection
In scene and special effects modes (0 54, 61), you can tap the shooting mode icon to choose a scene or effect. Tap x or y to view the different options and tap an icon to select and return to the previous display.
Shutter Speed and Aperture
In modes S, A, and M, you can tap the w icon next to the shutter speed or aperture displays to view x and y controls, which you can tap to choose a new value. Tap 1 to exit when the operation is complete.
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Shooting Options
To change camera settings (0 10), tap the z icon at the bottom right corner of the display and then tap icons to display options for the corresponding setting. and return to the previous display.
If prompted to choose a value as shown at right, edit the value by tapping u or v and then tap the number or tap 0 to select it and return to the previous display.
To exit without changing settings, tap
2.
Tap the desired option to select it
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❚❚ Live View Photography
The touch screen can be used to adjust settings and take photographs.
Taking Photographs (Touch Shutter)
Touch the monitor to focus and lift your finger to take the photograph.
Tap the icon shown at right to choose the operation performed by tapping the monitor in shooting mode. from the following options:
Option Description
3 (touch shutter on)
7 (touch shutter off)
Focus locks while your finger is on the monitor. During movie recording, the touch shutter remains off (7) and you can refocus at any time by touching your subject in the monitor; the touch shutter options icon is not displayed.
Choose
Touch the monitor to position the focus point and focus (autofocus only; the touch shutter can not be used to focus when MF—manual focus—is selected for focus mode as described on page 164). The shutter is released when you lift your finger from the screen.
As above, except that lifting your finger from the screen does not release the shutter.
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D Taking Pictures Using Tap Shooting Options
Avoid moving the camera when releasing the shutter. movement can result in blurred photographs.
The shutter-release button can be used to focus and take pictures even when the 3 icon is displayed to show that touch shooting options are active.
Use the shutter-release button to take photographs in
continuous shooting mode (0 72) and during movie recording. shooting options can be used only to take pictures one at a time in continuous shooting mode and can not be used to take photographs during movie recording.
While subject tracking (0 166) is active and 7 (touch shutter off) is selected, you can focus on the current subject by tapping the monitor.
In self-timer mode (0 75), focus locks on the selected subject when you touch the monitor and the timer starts when you lift your finger from the screen. after the timer starts; the delay and number of shots can be changed using Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer, 0 254). Number of shots is greater than 1, the camera will automatically take pictures one after the other until the selected number of shots is recorded.
At default settings, the shutter is released about 10 s
If the option selected for
Camera
Tou ch
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Scene/Effect Selection
In scene and special effects modes (0 54, 61), you can tap the shooting mode icon to choose a scene or effect. view the different options and tap an icon to select and return to the previous display.
Shutter Speed and Aperture
In modes S, A, and M, tapping the shutter speed or aperture displays x and y controls, which you can tap to choose a new value.
Tap 1 to exit when the operation is complete.
Tap x or y to
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Shooting Options
In live view, pressing the P button or tapping the z icon in the monitor activates the information display (0 171, 178). setting to view options and then tap the desired option to select it and return to live view.
If prompted to choose a value as shown at right, edit the value by tapping u or v and then tap the number or tap 0 to select it and return to the previous display.
To exit without changing settings, tap
2.
Tap a
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Viewing Pictures
The touch screen can be used for the following playback operations (0 42, 188).
View other images
Zoom in (photos only)
View thumbnails
View movies
Guide
Flick left or right to view other images.
Use stretch and pinch gestures to zoom in and out and slide to scroll (0 200).
To “zoom out” to a thumbnail view (0 190), use a pinch gesture in full-frame playback. Use pinch and stretch to choose the number of images displayed from 4, 12, or 80 frames.
Tap the on-screen guide to start movie playback (movies are indicated by a 1 icon). Tap the display to pause or resume, or tap 1 to exit to full-frame playback (note that some of the icons in the movie playback display do not respond to touch-screen operations).
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Using the Menus
The touch screen can be used for the following menu operations.
Scroll Slide up or down to scroll.
Choose a menu
Select options/ adjust settings
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Tap a menu icon to choose a menu.
Tap menu items to display options and tap icons or sliders to change. To exit without changing settings, tap 1.

First Steps

Battery charging
Charging complete
Follow the eight steps below to ready the camera for use.
1 Attach the strap.
Attach the strap as shown. Repeat for the second eyelet.
2 Charge the battery.
If a plug adapter is supplied, raise the wall plug and connect the plug adapter as shown below at left, making sure the plug is fully inserted. Insert the battery and plug the charger in. An exhausted battery will fully charge in about an hour and 50 minutes.
A The Battery and Charger
Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xi–xiv and 343–347 of this manual.
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3 Insert the battery and memory card.
Before inserting or removing the battery or memory cards, confirm that power switch is in the OFF position. Insert the battery in the orientation shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted.
Battery latch
Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.
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4 Attach a lens.
Remove the camera
body cap
Remove the rear
lens cap
Mounting mark (lens)
Mounting mark (camera)
Align the mounting marks
Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place
Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed.
Be sure to remove the lens cap before taking pictures.
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A Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons
Retractable lens barrel button
Before using the camera, unlock and extend the lens. retractable lens barrel button pressed (q), rotate the zoom ring as shown (w).
Pictures can not be taken when the lens is retracted; if an error message is displayed as a result of the camera having been turned on with the lens retracted, rotate the zoom ring until the message is no longer displayed.
Keeping the
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5 Open the monitor.
Open the monitor as shown. Do not use force.
6 Turn the camera on.
A language-selection dialog will be displayed.
A The Power Switch
Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera on.
Rotate the power switch as shown to turn the camera off.
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7 Choose a language
Move cursor up
J button: select highlighted item
Select highlighted item or display sub­menu
Move cursor down
and set the camera clock.
Use the multi selector and J button to select a language and set the camera clock.
qw
Select language Select time zone
er
Select date format Select daylight saving time
t
Set time and date (note that the
camera uses a 24-hour clock)
A The Camera Clock
The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household clocks. and reset as necessary.
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Check the clock regularly against more accurate time pieces
option
8 Focus the viewfinder.
After removing the lens cap, rotate the diopter adjustment control until the AF area brackets are in sharp focus. When operating the control with your eye to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye.
AF area
brackets
Viewfinder not in focus Viewfinder in focus
The camera is now ready for use. Proceed to page 38 for information on taking photographs.
A The Clock Battery
The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed. month. when the camera is turned on, the clock battery is exhausted and the clock has been reset.
Three days of charging will power the clock for about a
If a message warning that the clock is not set is displayed
Set the clock to the correct time and date.
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❚❚ The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining
Battery level
R button Number of exposures
remaining
Press the R button and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining in the information display.
Battery Level
If the battery is low, a warning will also be displayed in the viewfinder. If the information display does not appear when the R button is pressed, the battery is exhausted and needs to be recharged.
Information
display
L Battery fully charged. K Battery partially discharged.
H d
H
(flashes)d(flashes)
Viewfinder Description
Low battery. battery or prepare to charge battery.
Battery exhausted.
Ready fully-charged spare
Charge battery.
Number of Exposures Remaining
Values over 1000 are shown in thousands, indicated by the letter “k”.
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❚❚ Removing the Battery and Memory Cards
16
GB
Write-protect switch
Removing the Battery
Turn the camera off and open the battery­chamber cover. direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand.
Removing Memory Cards
After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the camera off, open the memory card slot cover, and press the card in to eject it (q). by hand (w).
A The Write Protect Switch
SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of data. When this switch is in the “lock” position, the memory card can not be formatted and photos can not be d eleted or reco rded (a beep will sound if yo u attempt to re lease the shutter). position.
Press the battery latch in the
The card can then be removed
GB
16
To unlock the memory card, slide the switch to the “write”
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D Memory Cards
Memory cards may be hot after use. removing memory cards from the camera.
Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.
Do not apply force to the card casing.
precaution could damage the card.
Do not expose to water, heat, high levels of humidity, or direct sunlight.
Do not format memory cards in a computer.
Observe due caution when
Failure t o
Failure to observe this
Do
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❚❚ Detaching the Lens
Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap.
A A-M, M/A-M, A/M-M, and Vibration Reduction (VR) Switches
When using autofocus with a lens equipped with an A-M mode switch, slide the switch to A (if the lens has an M/A-M or A/M-M switch, select M/A or A/M). lenses that can be used with this camera, see page 314.
If the lens has a vibration reduction (VR) switch, select ON to reduce the effects of vibration (0 380).
A Retracting Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Bu ttons
To retract the lens when the camera is not in use, press and hold the retractable lens barrel button (q) and rotate the zoom ring to the “L” (lock) position as shown (w). Retract the lens before removing it from the camera, and be careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button when attaching or removing the lens.
To r emo ve t he l ens , pr ess
After
For information on other
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“Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)
Mode dial
This section describes how to shoot photographs and movies in i and j modes, automatic “point-and-shoot” modes in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions.
Before proceeding, turn the camera on and rotate the mode dial to i or j (the only difference between the two is that the flash will not fire in j mode).
Viewfinder photography
Taking photographs
Viewing photographs
Deleting photographs
Live view
Taking photographs
Viewing photographs
Deleting photographs
Shooting movies
Viewing movies
Deleting movies
0 39
0 42
0 43
0 45
0 48
0 49
0 50
0 52
0 53
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Zoom in
Zoom out
Zoom ring

Framing Photos in the Viewfinder

1 Ready the camera.
When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left.
When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown at right.
A Using a Zoom Lens
Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photograph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).
If the lens is equipped with a retractable lens barrel button (0 30), press and hold the button while rotating the zoom ring until the lens is released and the message shown at right is no longer displayed, and then adjust zoom using the zoom ring.
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2 Frame the photograph.
AF area brackets
Focus point
In-focus indicator
Buffer
capaci ty
Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in the AF area brackets.
3 Press the shutter-release
button halfway.
Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (if the subject is poorly lit, the flash may pop up and the AF-assist illuminator may light). When the focus operation is complete, a beep will sound (a beep may not sound if the subject is moving) and the active focus point and in-focus indicator (I) will appear in the viewfinder.
In-focus indicator Description
I Subject in focus.
I (flashes)
Camera unable to focus using autofocus. page 80.
See
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4 Shoot.
Memory card access
lamp
Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds. Do not
eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.
A The Shutter-Release Button
The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. the photograph, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.
The camera
To t ake
Pressing the shutter-release button halfway also ends playback and readies the camera for immediate use.
Focus: press halfway Shoot: press all the
way down
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Viewing Photographs

K button
Pressing K displays a picture in the monitor.
Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures.
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Deleting Unwanted Pictures

K button
O button
Display the photograph you wish to
delete. Note that photographs can not be
recovered once deleted.
Press O; a confirmation dialog will be displayed.
Press the O button again to delete the picture.
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A The Standby Timer (Viewfinder Photography)
The viewfinder and information display will turn off if no operations are performed for about eight seconds, reducing the drain on the battery. release button halfway to reactivate the display. length of time before the standby timer expires automatically can be selected using Custom Setting c2 (Auto off timers; 0 253).
Exposure meters off Exposure meters on
Press the shutter-
The
A The Built-in Flash
If additional lighting is required for correct exposure in i mode, the built-in flash will pop up automatically when the shutter­release button is pressed halfway (0 93). the flash is raised, photographs can only be taken when the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed. displayed, the flash is charging; remove your finger briefly from the shutter-release button and try again.
When the flash is not in use, return it to its closed position by pressing it gently downward till the latch clicks into place.
If the flash-ready indicator is not
If
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Framing Photos in the Monitor

Live view switch
1 Rotate the live view switch.
The view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor (live view).
2 Ready the camera.
Hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left.
When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown at right.
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3 Focus.
Focus point
Memory card access lamp
Press the shutter-release button halfway. The focus point will flash green while the camera focuses. If the camera is able to focus, the focus point will be displayed in green; if the camera is unable to focus, the focus point will flash red.
4 Tak e the p icture.
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The monitor turns off and the memory card access lamp lights during recording. Do not eject the
memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.
When recording is complete, the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds. Rotate the live view switch to exit live view.
46 “Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)
A Automatic Scene Selection (Scene Auto Selector)
If live view is selected in i or j mode, the camera will automatically analyze the subject and select the appropriate shooting mode when autofocus is enabled. the monitor.
The selected mode is shown in
c Portrai t Human portrait subjects d Landscape Landscapes and cityscapes e Close up Subjects close to the camera
f Night portrait
Z Auto b Auto (flash off)
Portrait subjects framed against a dark background
Subjects suited to i or j mode or that do not fall into the categories listed above
A Live View
For more information on taking photographs in live view, see page
162.
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Viewing Photographs

K button
Pressing K displays a picture in the monitor.
Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures.
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Deleting Unwanted Pictures

K button
O button
Display the photograph you wish to delete. Note that photographs can not be
recovered once deleted.
Press O; a confirmation dialog will be displayed.
Press the O button again to delete the picture.
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Recording Movies

Live view switch
Focus point
Movies can be recorded in live view mode.
1 Rotate the live view switch.
The view through the lens is displayed in the monitor.
2 Ready the camera.
Hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left.
3 Focus.
Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus.
50 “Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)
4 Start recording.
Movie-record button
Time remaining
Recording indicator
Press the movie-record button to start recording. A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor.
5 End recording.
Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Rotate the live view switch to exit live view.
51“Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)

Viewing Movies

K button
Press K to start playback and then scroll through pictures until a movie (indicated by a 1 icon) is displayed. Press J to start playback and press 1 or K to end playback. For more information, see page
181.
A Recording Movies
See page 174 for more information on recording movies.
52 “Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)

Deleting Unwanted Movies

K button
O button
Display the movie you wish to delete (movies are indicated by 1 icons). Note
that movies can not be recovered once deleted.
Press O; a confirmation dialog will be displayed.
Press the O button again to delete the movie.
53“Point-and-Shoot” Modes (i and j)
Matching Settings to the Subject or
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Situation (Scene Mode)
The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a picture, and shooting as described on page 38.
The following scenes can be selected by rotating the mode dial to h and rotating the command dial until the desired scene appears in the monitor.
Mode dial Command dial Monitor
k Portrait l Landscape p Child m Sports n Close up o Night Portrait r Night Landscape s Party/Indoor

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t Beach/Snow u Sunset v Dusk/Dawn w Pet Portrait x Candlelight y Blossom z Autumn Colors 0 Food

kPortrait

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

lLandscape

Use for vivid landscape shots in daylight.
A
Note
The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

pChild

Use for snapshots of children. Clothing and background details are vividly rendered, while skin tones remain soft and natural.
55Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode)

mSports

Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly.
A Note
The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

nClose up

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

oNight Portrait

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

Reduce noise and unnatural colors when photographing night landscapes, including street lighting and neon signs.
A Note
The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

sParty/Indoor

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

tBeach/Snow

Capture the brightness of sunlit expanses of water, snow, or sand.
A Note
The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.
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uSunset

Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
A Note
The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

vDusk/Dawn

Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before dawn or after sunset.
A Note
The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

wPet Portrait

Use for portraits of active pets.
A Note
The AF-assist illuminator turns off.
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xCandlelight

A Note
The built-in flash turns off.

yBlossom

A Note
The built-in flash turns off.

zAutumn Colors

For photographs taken by candlelight.
Use for fields of flowers, orchards in bloom, and other landscapes featuring expanses of blossoms.
Captures the brilliant reds and yellows in autumn leaves.
A Note
The built-in flash turns off.
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0Food

Use for vivid photographs of food.
A Note
For flash photography, press the M (Y) button to raise the flash (0 95).
A Preventing Blur
Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds.
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Special Effects

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Special effects can be used when taking photographs and shooting movies.
The following effects can be selected by rotating the mode dial to q and rotating the command dial until the desired option appears in the monitor.
Mode dial Command dial Monitor

% Night Vision

S Super Vivid T Pop U Photo Illustration
' Toy Camera Effect
( Miniature Effect
3 Selective Color
1 Silhouette 2 High Key 3 Low Key
%Night Vision
Use under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities.
A Note
Pictures may be affected by noise in the form of randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines. can be used if the camera is unable to focus. assist illuminator turn off.
Autofocus is available in live view only; manual focus
The built-in flash and AF-
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SSuper Vivid

Overall saturation and contrast are increased for a more vibrant image.
T Pop
Overall saturation is increased for a more lively image.

UPhoto Illustration

Sharpen outlines and simplify coloring for a poster effect that can be adjusted in live view (0 66).
A Note
Movies shot in this mode play back like a slide show made up of a series of stills.
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'Toy Camera Effect

Create photos and movies that appear t o have been sho t with a toy camera. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 67).

(Miniature Effect

Create photos that appear to be pictures of dioramas. Works best when shooting from a high vantage point. Miniature effect movies play back at high speed, compressing about 45 minutes of footage shot at 1920 × 1080/30p into a movie that plays back in about three minutes. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 68).
A Note
Sound is not recorded with movies. illuminator turn off.

3Selective Color

All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 69).
The built-in flash and AF-assist
A Note
The built-in flash turns off.
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1Silhouette

A Note
The built-in flash turns off.

2High Key

A Note
The built-in flash turns off.

3Low Key

Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds.
Use with bright scenes to create bright images that seem filled with light.
Use with dark scenes to create dark, low-key images with prominent highlights.
A Note
The built-in flash turns off.
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A NEF (RAW)
NEF (RAW) recording is not available in %, S, T, U, ', (, and 3 modes.
Pictures taken when an NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG option is
selected in these modes will be recorded as JPEG images.
created at settings of NEF (RAW)+JPEG will be recorded at the selected
JPEG quality, while images recorded at a setting of NEF (RAW) will be
recorded as fine-quality images.
JPEG images
A U and ( Modes
Autofocus is not available during movie recording.
refresh rate will drop, together with the frame rate for continuous
release modes; using autofocus during live view photography will
disrupt the preview.
The live view
A Preventing Blur
Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter
speeds.
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Options Available in Live View

Live view switch
Settings for the selected effect are adjusted in the live view display but apply during live view and viewfinder photography and movie recording.
❚❚ U Photo Illustration
1 Select live view.
Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.
2 Adjust outline thickness.
Press J to display the options shown at right. outlines thicker or thinner.
Press 4 or 2 to make
3 Press J.
Press J to exit when settings are complete. To re sume viewfinder photography, rotate the live view switch. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs and movies recorded in live view or using the viewfinder.
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❚❚ ' Toy Camera Effect
Live view switch
1 Select live view.
Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.
2 Adjust options.
Press J to display the options shown at right. Press 1 or 3 to highlight Vividness or Vignetting and press 4 or 2 to change. Adjust vividness to make colors more or less saturated, vignetting to control the amount of vignetting.
3 Press J.
Press J to exit when settings are complete. To r esume viewfinder photography, rotate the live view switch. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs and movies recorded in live view or using the viewfinder.
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❚❚ (Miniature Effect
Live view switch
1 Select live view.
Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.
2 Position the focus point.
Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that will be in focus and then press the shutter­release button halfway to focus. To temporarily clear miniature effect options from the display and enlarge the view in the monitor for precise focus, press X. Press W (Q) to restore the miniature effect display.
3 Display options.
Press J to display miniature effect options.
4 Adjust options.
Press 4 or 2 to choose the orientation of the area that will be in focus and press 1 or 3 to adjust its width.
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5 Press J.
Live view switch
Selected color
❚❚ 3 Selective Color
1 Select live view.
2 Display options.
3 Select a color.
Press J to exit when settings are complete. To r esume viewfinder photography, rotate the live view switch. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs and movies recorded in live view or using the viewfinder.
Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor.
Press J to display selective color options.
Frame an object in the white square in the center of the display and press 1 to choose the color of the object as one that will remain in the final image (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). To zoom in on the center of the display for more precise color selection, press X. Press W (Q) to zoom out.
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4 Choose the color range.
Color range
Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final image. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors.
5 Select additional colors.
To select additional colors, rotate the command dial to highlight another of the three color boxes at the top of the display and repeat Steps 3 and 4 to select another color. Repeat for a third color if desired. To deselect the highlighted color, press O (To remove all colors, press and hold O. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; select Ye s ).
6 Press J.
Press J to exit when settings are complete. During shooting, only objects of the selected hues will be recorded in color; all others will be recorded in black-and-white. To r esume viewfinder photography, rotate the live view switch. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs and movies recorded in live view or using the viewfinder.
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I (E/#) button

Choosing a Release Mode

To choose how the shutter is released (release mode), press the I (E/#) button, then highlight the desired option and press J.
A Choosing a Release Mode with the Command
The release mode can also be selected by
keeping the I (E/#) button pressed while
rotating the command dial.
I (E/#) button to select the highlighted
option and return to the information
display.
Mode Description
8
!
9
J
E Self-timer: Take pictures with the self-timer (0 75).
"
#
Dial
Release the
Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutter­release button is pressed.
Continuous L: The camera takes photographs at a slow rate while the shutter-release button is pressed (0 72).
Continuous H: The camera takes photographs at a fast rate while the shutter-release button is pressed (0 72).
Quiet shutter release: As for single -frame, except that camera noise is reduced (0 74).
Delayed remote (ML-L3): Shutter is released 2 s after shutter-release button on optional ML-L3 remote control is pressed (0 107).
Quick-respon se remote (ML-L3): Shutter is released when shutter­release button on optional ML-L3 remote control is pressed (0 107).
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Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode)

I (E/#) button
In ! (Continuous L) and 9 (Continuous H) modes, the camera takes photographs continuously while the shutter­release button is pressed all the way down.
1 Press the I (E/#) button.
2 Choose a continuous release mode.
Highlight ! (Continuous L) or 9 (Continuous H) and press J.
3 Focus.
Frame the shot and focus.
4 Tak e phot ogra p hs.
The camera will take photographs while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.
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A The Memory Buffer
The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage,
allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to
the memory card.
(an exception is if a shutter speed of 4 seconds or slower is selected in
mode S or M, when there is no limit on the number of shots that can be
taken in a single burst).
number of images in the buffer, recording may take from a few
seconds to a few minutes.
remain in the buffer, the shutter release will be disabled and the
images transferred to the memory card.
Up to 100 photographs can be taken in succession
Depending on the battery level and the
If the battery is exhausted while images
A Frame Rate
For information on the number of photographs can be taken in
continuous release modes, see page 366.
the memory buffer is full or the battery is low.
Frame rates may drop when
A The Built-in Flash
Continuous release modes can not be used with the built-in flash;
rotate the mode dial to j (0 38) or turn the flash off (0 94).
A Buffer Size
The approximate number of images that
can be stored in the memory buffer at
current settings is shown in the viewfinder exposure-count display
while the shutter-release button is pressed.
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Quiet Shutter Release

I (E/#) button
Choose this mode to keep camera noise to a minimum. does not sound when the camera focuses.
1 Press the I (E/#) button.
2 Select J (Quiet shutter release).
Highlight J (Quiet shutter release) and press J.
3 Tak e pictu res.
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot.
A beep
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Self-Timer Mode

I (E/#) button
The self-timer can be used for self-portraits or group shots that include the photographer. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface.
1 Press the I (E/#) button.
2 Select E (Self-timer) mode.
Highlight E (Self-timer) and press J.
3 Frame the photograph.
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4 Take the photograph.
Rubber eyecup Eyepiece cap
Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down. The self-timer lamp will start to flash and a beep will begin to sound. Two seconds before the photo is taken, the lamp will stop flashing and the beeping will become more rapid. The shutter will be released ten seconds after the timer starts.
Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be taken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situations in which the shutter can not be released. To stop the timer without taking a photograph, turn the camera off.
A Cover the Viewfinder
To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure, we recommend that you cover the viewfinder with your hand or other objects such as an optional eyepiece cap (0 331) when taking pictures without your eye to the viewfinder. To attach the cap, remove the rubber eyecup (q) and insert the cap as shown (w).
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