Nikon N1710, N1711 User Manual
• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.
• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read
“For Your Safety” (page xvi).
• After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible
place for future reference.
DIGITAL CAMERA
User's Manual
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Choose from 3 different manuals.
For a guide to basic shooting and playback, read:
For information on wireless connections, read:
The User’s Manual (this manual)
Master basic camera operations as well as features
specific to this camera.
• Table of Contents............................................................ iv
• Getting to Know the Camera....................................... 1
• First Steps..........................................................................27
• Basic Photography and Playback.............................41
• Basic Settings ..................................................................53
• Shooting Controls..........................................................69
• The i Button ....................................................................91
• Troubleshooting..........................................................157
The Network Guide (pdf)
Learn how to use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to connect the
camera to a computer or a smart device such as
smartphone or tablet.
Also included is information on such topics as the tasks that can be
accomplished using a WT-7 wireless transmitter.
The Network Guide is available from the Nikon Download Center.
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The Reference Manual (pdf)
Z 7 Model Name: N1710
Z 6 Model Name: N1711
For a guide to all aspects of camera operation, read:
In addition to the material covered in the User’s
Manual (this manual), the Reference Manual details
the options available in the camera menus and
covers such topics as connec ting the camera to other
devices (for information on wireless networks, see the Network Guide).
Among the topics covered in the Reference Manual are:
• Basic shooting and playback
operations
• Advanced shooting options
• The camera menus
• Connecting to computers, printers,
and HDMI devices
• Flash photography using optional
flash units
The Reference Manual is available from the Nikon Download Center in pdf
format.
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Package Contents
Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera.
BF-N1 body cap
DK-29 rubber eyecup
(comes attached to
Camera
EN-EL15b rechargeable Li-ion
battery with terminal cover
MH-25a battery charger (comes
with either an AC wall adapter or
power cable of a type and shape
that varies with the country or
region of sale)
AN-DC19 strap
Warra nty
User’s Manual
Memory cards are sold separately. Purchasers of lens or mount
adapter kits should confirm that the package contains a lens or
mount adapter (manuals for the lens or adapter may also be
provided).
camera, 0 186)
EH-7P charging AC adapter (Z 7
only; supplied with a plug
adapter attached in countries or
regions where required; shape
depends on country of sale—
0 29)
HDMI/USB cable clip (0 188)
UC-E24 USB cable
BS-1 accessory shoe cover
(0 187)
The Nikon Download Center
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Nikon download center to download product manuals,
firmware updates, and software such as ViewNX-i.
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About This Manual
This manual is for use with both the Z 7 and Z 6. The illustrations show
the Z 7.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following
symbols and conventions are used:
This icon marks notes, information that should be read before
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using this product.
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helpful when using this product.
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Menu items, options, and messages that appear in the camera displays
are shown in bold. Throughout this manual, the display in camera
monitor and viewfinder during shooting is referred to as the “shooting
display”; in most cases, the illustrations show the monitor.
Throughout this manual, smartphones and tablets are referred to as
“smart devices”.
Camera Settings
The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.
A Fo r Your Sa fety
Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions
in “For Your Safety” (0 xvi).
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Table of Contents
Package Contents.......................................................................... ii
For Your Safety............................................................................xvi
Notices........................................................................................... xx
Getting to Know the Camera 1
Parts of the Camera....................................................................... 1
Camera Body............................................................................................ 1
The Control Panel................................................................................... 5
The Monitor and Viewfinder ..............................................................6
Camera Controls ............................................................................8
The Viewfinder ........................................................................................ 8
The Monitor Mode Button ..................................................................8
Touch Controls......................................................................................10
The DISP Button .....................................................................................15
The Sub-Selector ..................................................................................17
The AF-ON Button...................................................................................17
The Command Dials............................................................................17
The G Button ....................................................................................18
The i Button (i Icon)........................................................................21
The Function Buttons (Fn1 and Fn2) ...............................................24
First Steps 27
Attach the Camera Strap............................................................27
Charge the Battery ......................................................................28
The Battery Charger ............................................................................28
Charging AC Adapters........................................................................29
Insert the Battery and a Memory Card ....................................32
Attach a Lens ................................................................................36
Choose a Language and Set the Clock ....................................38
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Basic Photography and Playback 41
Taking Photographs (b Mode) ................................................41
Shooting Movies (b Mode)....................................................... 45
Basic Playback.............................................................................. 49
Viewing Movies ....................................................................................49
Deleting Unwanted Pictures ........................................................... 51
Basic Settings 53
Focus..............................................................................................53
Choosing a Focus Mode.................................................................... 53
AF-Area Mode ....................................................................................... 55
The Touch Shutter............................................................................... 58
Manual Focus ........................................................................................ 60
White Balance ..............................................................................62
Silent Photography..................................................................... 66
Rating Pictures.............................................................................67
Protecting Pictures from Deletion ........................................... 68
Shooting Controls 69
The Mode Dial..............................................................................69
P: Programmed Auto .......................................................................... 70
S: Shutter-Priority Auto ...................................................................... 70
A: Aperture-Priority Auto................................................................... 71
M: Manual................................................................................................ 71
User Settings: U1, U2, and U3 Modes............................................... 73
Long Time-Exposures (Mode M) ..................................................... 76
The S (ISO Sensitivity) Button .............................................. 78
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control ............................................................ 80
The E (Exposure Compensation) Button ...............................81
The c/E (Release Mode/Self-Timer) Button.........................83
The Self-Timer....................................................................................... 86
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The Sub-Selector..........................................................................88
Focus-Point Selection.........................................................................88
Autoexposure (AE) Lock ....................................................................88
Focus Lock ..............................................................................................88
The i Button 91
Using the i Menu ........................................................................91
The Photo-Mode i Menu ...........................................................92
Set Picture Control............................................................................... 93
White Balance........................................................................................ 98
Image Quality ..................................................................................... 104
Image Size............................................................................................ 106
Flash Mode .......................................................................................... 107
Metering............................................................................................... 108
Wi-Fi Connection............................................................................... 109
Active D-Lighting ..............................................................................110
Release Mode...................................................................................... 111
Vibration Reduction .........................................................................112
AF-Area Mode..................................................................................... 113
Focus Mode......................................................................................... 113
The Movie-Mode i Menu........................................................ 114
Set Picture Control............................................................................ 115
White Balance..................................................................................... 115
Frame Size, Frame Rate, and Movie Quality ............................ 116
Microphone Sensitivity ...................................................................118
Choose Image Area .......................................................................... 119
Metering............................................................................................... 120
Wi-Fi Connection............................................................................... 120
Active D-Lighting ..............................................................................120
Electronic VR .......................................................................................120
Vibration Reduction .........................................................................121
AF-Area Mode..................................................................................... 121
Focus Mode......................................................................................... 121
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Menu List 123
A Camera Menus
More information on camera menus is available in a Reference Manual,
available for download from:
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492/Z_7.html
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D The Playback Menu: Managing Images...........................123
Delete.....................................................................................................123
Playback folder ...................................................................................123
Playback display options ................................................................124
Image review....................................................................................... 124
After delete .......................................................................................... 124
After burst, show................................................................................124
Rotate tall..............................................................................................124
Slide show ............................................................................................124
Rating.....................................................................................................124
C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options...............125
Reset photo shooting menu.......................................................... 125
Storage folder .....................................................................................125
File naming ..........................................................................................125
Choose image area ...........................................................................125
Image quality ......................................................................................126
Image size............................................................................................. 126
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NEF (RAW) recording ....................................................................... 126
ISO sensitivity settings .................................................................... 126
White balance..................................................................................... 127
Set Picture Control............................................................................ 128
Manage Picture Control.................................................................. 129
Color space.......................................................................................... 129
Active D-Lighting ..............................................................................129
Long exposure NR............................................................................. 129
High ISO NR......................................................................................... 129
Vignette control................................................................................. 129
Diffraction compensation .............................................................. 129
Auto distortion control ................................................................... 130
Flicker reduction shooting............................................................. 130
Metering............................................................................................... 130
Flash control........................................................................................ 130
Flash mode .......................................................................................... 130
Flash compensation......................................................................... 130
Focus mode......................................................................................... 131
AF-area mode ..................................................................................... 131
Vibration reduction ..........................................................................131
Auto bracketing................................................................................. 131
Multiple exposure ............................................................................. 131
HDR (high dynamic range) ............................................................ 131
Interval timer shooting ................................................................... 132
Time-lapse movie.............................................................................. 132
Focus shift shooting......................................................................... 132
Silent photography .......................................................................... 132
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1 The Movie Shooting Menu:
Movie Shooting Options ....................................................133
Reset movie shooting menu..........................................................133
File naming ..........................................................................................133
Choose image area ...........................................................................133
Frame size/frame rate ......................................................................133
Movie quality.......................................................................................134
Movie file type ....................................................................................134
ISO sensitivity settings.....................................................................134
White balance ..................................................................................... 134
Set Picture Control ............................................................................135
Manage Picture Control ..................................................................136
Active D-Lighting...............................................................................136
High ISO NR..........................................................................................136
Vignette control .................................................................................136
Diffraction compensation...............................................................136
Auto distortion control....................................................................137
Flicker reduction ................................................................................137
Metering................................................................................................137
Focus mode .........................................................................................137
AF-area mode......................................................................................137
Vibration reduction........................................................................... 137
Electronic VR........................................................................................138
Microphone sensitivity ....................................................................138
Attenuator............................................................................................ 138
Frequency response .........................................................................138
Wind noise reduction.......................................................................138
Headphone volume..........................................................................138
Timecode..............................................................................................138
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A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings............ 139
Reset custom settings ..................................................................... 139
a Autofocus ......................................................................................... 139
a1 AF-C priority selection...................................................... 139
a2 AF-S priority selection ...................................................... 139
a3 Focus tracking with lock-on ........................................... 139
a4 Auto-area AF face detection .......................................... 139
a5 Focus points used .............................................................. 139
a6 Store points by orientation............................................. 139
a7 AF activation ........................................................................ 140
a8 Limit AF-area mode selection........................................ 140
a9 Focus point wrap-around................................................ 140
a10 Focus point options........................................................ 140
a11 Low-light AF ...................................................................... 140
a12 Built-in AF-assist illuminator........................................ 140
a13 Manual focus ring in AF mode ....................................141
b Metering/exposure....................................................................... 141
b1 EV steps for exposure cntrl............................................. 141
b2 Easy exposure compensation ....................................... 141
b3 Center-weighted area ...................................................... 141
b4 Fine-tune optimal exposure .......................................... 141
c Timers/AE lock................................................................................. 141
c1 Shutter-release button AE-L........................................... 141
c2 Self-timer ............................................................................... 141
c3 Power off delay ................................................................... 142
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d Shooting/display............................................................................ 142
d1 CL mode shooting speed ................................................142
d2 Max. continuous release..................................................142
d3 Sync. release mode options............................................142
d4 Exposure delay mode .......................................................142
d5 Electronic front-curtain shutter.....................................142
d6 Limit selectable image area............................................ 142
d7 File number sequence......................................................143
d8 Apply settings to live view..............................................143
d9 Framing grid display .........................................................143
d10 Peaking highlights...........................................................143
d11 View all in continuous mode .......................................143
e Bracketing/flash..............................................................................143
e1 Flash sync speed .................................................................143
e2 Flash shutter speed............................................................143
e3 Exposure comp. for flash .................................................143
e4 Auto c ISO sensitivity control ........................................144
e5 Modeling flash .....................................................................144
e6 Auto bracketing (mode M)..............................................144
e7 Bracketing order .................................................................144
f Controls ..............................................................................................145
f1 Customize i menu ............................................................145
f2 Custom control assignment ............................................146
f3 OK button...............................................................................146
f4 Shutter spd & aperture lock.............................................146
f5 Customize command dials...............................................146
f6 Release button to use dial................................................146
f7 Reverse indicators ...............................................................146
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g Movie ................................................................................................. 147
g1 Customize i menu .......................................................... 147
g2 Custom control assignment........................................... 147
g3 OK button .............................................................................148
g4 AF speed................................................................................ 148
g5 AF tracking sensitivity ...................................................... 148
g6 Highlight display................................................................ 148
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup ......................................... 148
Format memory card....................................................................... 148
Save user settings ............................................................................. 148
Reset user settings............................................................................ 148
Language ............................................................................................. 149
Time zone and date.......................................................................... 149
Monitor brightness........................................................................... 149
Monitor color balance .....................................................................149
Viewfinder brightness ..................................................................... 149
Viewfinder color balance................................................................ 149
Control panel brightness................................................................ 149
Limit monitor mode selection...................................................... 149
Information display ..........................................................................149
AF fine-tune......................................................................................... 150
Non-CPU lens data............................................................................ 150
Clean image sensor ..........................................................................150
Image Dust Off ref photo ............................................................... 150
Image comment ................................................................................150
Copyright information .................................................................... 150
Beep options....................................................................................... 150
Touch controls ................................................................................... 150
HDMI...................................................................................................... 151
Location data...................................................................................... 151
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Wireless remote (WR) options....................................................... 151
Assign remote (WR) Fn button .....................................................151
Airplane mode ....................................................................................152
Connect to smart device.................................................................152
Connect to PC .....................................................................................152
Wireless transmitter (WT-7)............................................................153
Conformity marking .........................................................................153
Battery info...........................................................................................153
Slot empty release lock....................................................................153
Save/load settings.............................................................................153
Reset all settings ................................................................................153
Firmware version ...............................................................................153
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies ...........154
NEF (RAW) processing......................................................................154
Trim......................................................................................................... 154
Resize .....................................................................................................154
D-Lighting ............................................................................................154
Red-eye correction............................................................................154
Straighten............................................................................................. 154
Distortion control ..............................................................................154
Perspective control ...........................................................................154
Image overlay......................................................................................155
Trim movie ........................................................................................... 155
Side-by-side comparison ................................................................155
O My Menu/m Recent Settings..............................................156
Add items .............................................................................................156
Remove items .....................................................................................156
Rank items............................................................................................156
Choose tab ...........................................................................................156
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Troubleshooting 157
Problems and Solutions .......................................................... 158
Battery/Display................................................................................... 158
Shooting............................................................................................... 159
Playback................................................................................................ 161
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)................................. 163
Miscellaneous..................................................................................... 163
Indicators and Error Messages............................................... 164
Indicators.............................................................................................. 164
Error Messages ................................................................................... 166
Technical Notes 169
The Camera Display and Control Panel................................ 169
The Monitor: Photo Mode.............................................................. 169
The Monitor: Movie Mode.............................................................. 174
The Viewfinder: Photo Mode ........................................................175
The Viewfinder: Movie Mode........................................................ 177
The Control Panel.............................................................................. 178
The Nikon Creative Lighting System .................................... 179
Other Accessories ..................................................................... 184
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter ..................... 189
Caring for the Camera ............................................................. 191
Storage.................................................................................................. 191
Cleaning................................................................................................ 191
Image Sensor Cleaning ...................................................................192
Manual Cleaning................................................................................ 195
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions ..................... 197
Specifications ............................................................................ 202
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NIKKOR Z 24–70mm f/4 S Lens User’s Manual.....................217
FTZ Mount Adapter User’s Manual ........................................226
Approved Memory Cards ........................................................233
Memory Card Capacity.............................................................234
Battery Endurance ....................................................................236
Notices.........................................................................................237
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN).......................................238
Index ............................................................................................242
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For Your Safety
To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For
Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read
them.
DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a
high risk of death or severe injury.
WARNING: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could
result in death or severe injury.
CAUTION: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could
result in injury or property damage.
WAR NIN G
• Do not use while walking or operating a vehicle.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents or other injury.
• Do not disassemble or modify this product. Do not touch internal parts
that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other
injury.
• Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing
smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the battery or
power source.
Continued operation could result in fire, burns or other injury.
• Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Do not handle the plug with
wet hands.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not let your skin remain in prolonged contact with this product
while it is on or plugged in.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in low-temperature burns.
• Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such
as propane, gasoline or aerosols.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire.
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• Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the
lens.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment.
• Do not aim the flash or AF-assist illuminator at the operator of a motor
vehicle.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.
• Keep this product out of reach of children.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product
malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard.
Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical
attention.
• Do not entangle, wrap or twist the straps around your neck.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.
• Do not use batteries, chargers, or AC adapters not specifically
designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers,
and AC adapters designated for use with this product, do not:
- Damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the cords or cables, place them
under heavy objects, or expose them to heat or flame.
- Use travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one
voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug when charging the product or using the AC
adapter during thunderstorms.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
• Do not handle with bare hands in l ocations exposed to extremely high
or low temperatures.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns, or frostbite.
CAUTION
• Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources.
Light focused by the lens could cause fire or damage to product’s internal
parts. When shooting backlit subjects, keep the sun well out of the frame.
Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is close to the frame could
cause fire.
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• Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless
features when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited.
The radio-frequency emissions produced by this product could interfere
with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities.
• Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will
not be used for an extended period.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product
malfunction.
• Do not fire the flash in contact with or in close proximity to the skin or
objects.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.
• Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high
temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed
automobile or in direct sunlight.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product
malfunction.
• Do not look directly at the AF-assist illuminator.
Failure to observe this precaution could have adverse effects on vision.
• Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories
attached.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product
malfunction.
DANGER (Batteries)
• Do not mishandle batteries.
Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries
leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire:
- Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product.
- Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat.
- Do not disassemble.
- Do not short-circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces,
hairpins, or other metal objects.
- Do not expose batteries or the products in which they are inserted to
powerful physical shocks.
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• Charge only as indicated.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking,
overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.
• If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of
clean water and seek immediate medical attention.
Delaying action could result in eye injuries.
WARNING (Batteries)
• Keep batteries out of reach of children.
Should a child swallow a battery, seek immediate medical attention.
• Do not immerse batteries in water or expose to rain.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product
malfunction. Immediately dry the product with a towel or similar object
should it become wet.
• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the
batteries, such as discoloration or deformation. Cease charging
EN-EL15b rechargeable batteries if they do not charge in the specified
period of time.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in the batteries leaking,
overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.
• When batteries are no longer needed, insulate the terminals with tape.
Overheating, rupture, or fire may result should metal objects come into
contact with the terminals.
• If battery liquid comes into contact with a person's skin or clothing,
immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in skin irritation.
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Notices
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No p art of t he ma nual s in clud ed w ith
this product may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or translated into
any language in any form, by any
means, without Nikon’s prior written
permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change
the appearance and specifications
of the hardware and software
described in these manuals at any
time and without prior notice.
• 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).
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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally
copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device
may be punishable by law.
• Items prohibited by law from being copied
or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper
money, coins, securities,
government bonds, or local
government bonds, even if such
copies or reproductions are
stamped “Sample.”
The copying or reproduction of
paper money, coins, or securities
which are circulated in a foreign
country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the
government has been obtained, the
copying or reproduction of unused
postage stamps or post cards issued
by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of
stamps issued by the government
and of certified documents
stipulated by law is prohibited.
• Cautions on certain copies and
reproductions
The government has issued cautions
on copies or reproductions of
securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift
certificates, etc.), commuter passes,
or coupon tickets, except when a
minimum of necessary copies are to
be provided for business use by a
company. Also, do not copy or
reproduce passports issued by the
government, licenses issued by
public agencies and private groups,
ID cards, and tickets, such as passes
and meal coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
Under copyright law, photographs
or recordings of copyrighted works
made with the camera cannot be
used without the permission of the
copyright holder. Exceptions apply
to personal use, but note that even
personal use may be restricted in
the case of photographs or
recordings of exhibits or live
performances.
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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 Before Taking Important Pic tures
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.
D Life-Lo ng Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing
product support and education, continually-updated information is
available on-line at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: https://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: https://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: https://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: https://imaging.nikon.com/
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Getting to Know the Camera
Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the names and
functions of 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.
Parts of the Camera
Refer to this section for the names and locations of camera
controls and displays.
Camera Body
6
4
1
2
3
14 13 12
1 Mode dial........................................ 69
2 Eyelet for camera strap................ 27
3 Mode dial lock release................. 69
4 Stereo microphone.....................118
5 Movie-record button ................... 45
6 Power switch............................38, 41
7 Shutter-release button................ 41
8 E button......................................... 81
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9 S button .................................... 78
10 Focal plane mark (E) ................. 61
11 Main command dial..................... 17
12 Speaker
13 Control panel..................5, 149, 169
14 Accessory shoe (for optional flash
unit)..................................... 179, 187
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9
2
10
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The Camera Body (Continued)
123
13
6
4
5
9
8
10
11
7
12
Image sensor
1 Image sensor ............................... 192
2 Monitor mode button ...........8, 149
3 AF-assist illuminator ............43, 140
Red-eye reduction lamp ...........107
Self-timer lamp ..............................86
4 Cover for accessory terminal
and USB and HDMI
connectors
5 Cover for headphone and
microphone connectors
D Do Not Touch the Image Sensor
Under no circumstances should you exert
pressure on the image sensor, poke it with
cleaning tools, or subject it to powerful air
currents from a blower. These actions could
scratch or otherwise damage the sensor. For
information on cleaning the image sensor,
see “Image Sensor Cleaning” (0 192).
2 Getting to Know the Camera
6 Lens mounting mark ....................36
7 Headphone connector.............. 138
8 CHARGE lamp.................................29
9 USB connector ................... 184, 188
10 HDMI connector ................ 184, 188
11 Accessory terminal..................... 184
12 Connector for external
microphone ............................... 184
13 Body cap.................................36, 184
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1 Eye sensor..........................................8
2 Viewfinder ........................... 6, 8, 175
3 Viewfinder eyepiece...................186
4 K button........................................ 49
5 O button ......................................... 51
6 Monitor............................... 6, 10, 169
7 Diopter adjustment control ..........8
8 DISP button..................................... 15
9 Photo/movie selector ............41, 45
10 AF-ON button .................................. 17
11 Sub-selector.............................17, 88
12 i button....................................21, 91
13 Memory card slot cover .............. 32
14 Memory card access lamp.... 33, 85
15 J button .......................18, 146, 148
16 Multi selector................................. 18
17 G button.................................... 18
18 c (E) button................................ 83
19 W (Q) button ............................... 20
20 X button ......................................... 60
D The Monitor
The angle of the monitor can be adjusted as shown.
3Getting to Know the Camera
The Camera Body (Continued)
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2
3
4
5
1 Sub-command dial .......................17
2 Fn1 button ................................24, 62
3 Fn2 button ................................24, 53
4 Battery-chamber cover latch......32
5 Battery-chamber cover ................32
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7
8
9
10
6 Lens mount.....................................36
7 Lens release button ......................37
8 CPU contacts
9 Tripod socket.................................. 76
10 Power connector cover............. 189
D Produc t Serial Number
The serial number for this product can be
found by opening the monitor.
4 Getting to Know the Camera
The Control Panel
The control panel lights when the camera is on. At default
settings, the following indicators are displayed; for a full list of
the indicators that appear in the control panel, see “The Control
Panel” (0 178).
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3
7
4
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1 Shutter speed ..........................70, 71
2 Aperture.......................................... 71
3 Battery indicator ........................... 34
4 “k” (appears when memory
remains for over 1000
exposures) .................................... 34
5 Number of exposures
remaining ............................ 34, 234
6 Release mode ................................ 83
7 ISO sensitivity ................................ 78
5Getting to Know the Camera
The Monitor and Viewfinder
At default settings, the following
indicators appear in the monitor and
viewfinder in photo mode; for a full list of
indicators, see “The Camera Display and
Control Panel” (0 169).
Monitor Viewfinder
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1 Shooting mode ..............................69
2 Focus point...............................42, 55
3 Release mode ........................83, 111
4 Focus mode...................53, 131, 137
5 AF-area mode...............55, 131, 137
6 Active D-Lighting ..... 110, 129, 136
7 Picture Control .............93, 128, 135
8 White balance .......62, 98, 127, 134
9 Image area ................. 119, 125, 133
10 Image size............................ 106, 126
11 Image quality ..................... 104, 126
12 i icon....................................... 13, 21
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10
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13 Exposure indicator........................72
Exposure compensation
display ............................................81
14 “k” (appears when memory
remains for over 1000
exposures).....................................34
15 Number of exposures
remaining.............................34, 234
16 ISO sensitivity.................................78
17 ISO sensitivity indicator ...............78
Auto ISO sensitivity indicator .....80
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