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1. robiem Fie has been created or modified using a computer or different make of camera or file is corrupt Selected image can not be retouched Printer error Paper in printer is not of selected size Paper is jammed in printer Printer is out of paper Ink error Printer is out of ink See printer manual for more information 422 File can not be played back on camera Images created with other devices can not be retouched Check printer To resume select Continue if available Insert paper of correct size and select Continue Clear jam and select Continue Insert paper of selected size and select Continue Check ink To resume select Continue Replace ink and select Continue 248 248 248 248 248 248 Sy eafications S 35 9 x 24 0 mm CMOS sensor Nikon FX format Dt tl pasea spea uar eese eee 36 8 million Image sensor cleaning Image Dust Off reference data Ra optional Capture NX 2 software mage size pixels FX 36x24 image area eS 7 360 x 4 912 L 5 520 x 3 680 M 3 680 x 2 456 S e 1 2x 3020 image area oe 6 144 x 4 080 L 4 608 x 3 056 M 3 072 x 2 040 S lt gt DX 24x16 image area 4 800 x 3 200 L 3 600 x 2 400 M 2 400 x 1 600 S Sie 5 4 3024 image area a 6 144 x 4 912 L 4 608 x 3 680 M 3 072 x 2 456 S _ lt FX format photo
2. Electronically controlled vertical travel focal plane SUS shutter T eo00 30 s in steps of 1 3 1 2 or 1 EV bulb X250 S single frame CL continuous low speed CH continuous high speed Q quiet shutter release Approximate frame With EN EL15 batteries Other power sources advancer rate aon Image area FX 5 4 Image area FX 5 4 CL 1 4 fps CL 1 4 fps CH 4 fps CH 4 fps lt Image area DX 1 2x Image area 1 2x Co 1 5 fps Ci 1 5 fps Ch 5 fps CH 5 fps ae Image area DX ae Ci 1 5 fps CH 6 fps 25 55 105 20 s 1 9 exposures at intervals of 0 5 1 2 ye te eee ee or 3 S oe TTL exposure metering using RGB sensor with PRE as SISSE EEA aia approximately 91K 91 000 pixels Matrix 3D color matrix metering III type G and D lenses color matrix metering Ill other CPU lenses color matrix metering available with non CPU lenses oe fuser provides lens data se Center weighted Weight of 75 given to 12 mm circle in center of frame Diameter of circle can be changed to 8 15 or 20 mm or weighting can be based on average of entire frame non CPU lenses use 12 mm circle or average of entire frame Spot Meters 4 mm circle about 1 5 of frame eo centered on selected focus point on center focus Coo point when non CPU lens is used Metering method URU a aaa aaa oaa a a a MMM
3. persists or appears Camera malfunction frequently consult Nikon authorized service representative Err blinks The CF and i Icons These icons flash to show the card affected TA em mS r iS re E EE E re a Ug aed ee EE re cee sD neu cea a a na ee ac ey es No memory card This memory card cannot be used Card may be damaged Insert another card a Memory card is locked Slide lock to write position Not available if Eye Fi card is locked 420 6 ntrol panel blinks rd a blinks 5 blinks ence cannot Problem detect memory card Error accessing memory card Unable to create new folder Camera can not control Eye Fi card Memory card is locked write protected Eye Fi card is locked write protected Po Solution a Turn camera off and confirm that card is correctly inserted Use Nikon approved card Check that contacts are clean If card is damaged contact retailer or Nikon representative e Delete files or insert new memory card after copying important images to computer or other device Check that Eye Fi card firmware is up to date Copy files on Eye Fi card to a computer or other device and format card or insert new card Slide card write protect switch to write positio
4. Frame interval Q3 267 am we Menu Defaults o yU pS ENO EE B OSA E U E SEE SEE SEE SE E NEN EENI ND800 Off Show next On Still images and movies 25 Option Extended menu banks a 270 File naming 4 273 Primary slot selection 89 Secondary slot function 89 Image quality 2184 its Image size C1 87 Image area 1 79 Auto DX crop C4 79 Choose image area 80 JPEG compression 1 86 NEF RAW recording 21 86 SD card slot Overflow JPEG normal Large FX 36x24 Size priority Type M 86 NEF RAW bit depth 2 86 White balance 145 Fine tuning 21148 Choose color temp 22 152 Preset manual C4 154 A B 0 G M 0 5000 K d 1 405 Color space M 274 Active D Lighting 2 174 HDR high dynamic range 21 176 Vignette conio A 275 Auto distortion cone 4 276 High ISO NR 23 377 ISO sensitivity settir settings Q 109 ISO sensitivity 7 109 Auto ISO sensitivity control 1111 Multiple exposure Q1 195 2 Multiple exposure mode C4 196 Number of sh of shots 1197 Movie settings 2170 Frame size frame rate Q170 Movie quality 21 70 Microphone M 70 Destination C4 70 Normal Off Off Normal 1920 x 1080 30 fps High quality Auto sensitivity SD card slot 1 Default settings can be restored using Shooting menu bank C2 269 With the exc
5. Virtual horizon 54 66 313 337 Vivid Set Picture Control eesse 163 W Warm filter sesesssssssscssscsessssesescssesesesessos 348 WB renanamn anani 137 145 WB bracketing Auto bracketing set 137 307 White balance ccccccccseses 137 145 White balance bracketing sesse 137 Wide area AF nusssssssssssssssssssssessssssessessese 49 WirelEeSS uusssssssessssssssesessesesses 245 387 Wireless network voces 245 387 Wireless transmitter nusse 245 387 Nikon No reproduction in any form of this manual in whole or in part except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION CE NIKON CORPORATION Printed in Thailand 2011 Nikon Corporation 6MB12211 02
6. after a short wait EE Manual Cleaning If foreign matter can not be removed from the low pass filter using the Clean image sensor 1 394 option in the setup menu the filter can be cleaned manually as described below Note however that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon authorized service personnel 1 Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning the low pass filter Turn the camera off and insert a fully charged EN EL15 battery or connect an optional EP 5B power connector and EH 5b AC adapter 2 Remove the lens Turn the camera off and remove the lens 397 3 Select Lock mirror up for cleaning Turn the camera on and press the MENU button to display the menus Highlight Lock mirror up for cleaning in the setup menu and press P note that this option is not available at battery levels of T or below MENU button 4 Press The message shown at right will be displayed in the monitor and a row of dashes will appear in the control panel and viewfinder To restore normal operation without inspecting the low pass filter turn the camera off 5 Raise the mirror Press the shutter release button all the way down The mirror will be raised and the shutter curtain will open revealing the low pass filter The display in the viewfinder will turn off and the row o
7. eessessesssesseseerssessessoessessessssrsessese 25 Ambient brightness sensor 5 326 Angle of view wees 79 378 379 Aperture n sessessesessscssssessesse 120 122 126 Aperture lOCKk ssssssesessssesssssssessssssessseeses 126 Aperture priority auto neces 120 Approved memory cards sessu 434 Aspect ratiO sses 67 79 346 Assign MB D12 AF ON wees 320 Attaching the lens nesses 24 Auto White balance wc 145 Auto bracketing s s 132 307 308 Auto bracketing Mode M 308 Auto bracketing Set sce 307 Auto distortion control 276 Auto DX CrO Pranoti ane 79 82 Auto FP high speed sync 299 300 Auto image rotation seses 331 Auto ISO sensitivity control 111 Auto meter off 42 218 291 Auto area AF nussssssssessssssrssssesssssssese 94 95 Autofocus 48 50 91 100 281 286 Autofocus Mode sessssscsss 48 91 B Backlight cin vrcasteveriwuriuetieats 4 296 Pae KUP Ronn eR O 89 Battery 19 21 37 297 298 332 387 Battery charger wn 19 387 432 Battery info esssssssssesesessssesrsssseesesssseessss 332 Battery order sesessesssessssesccssseesrsssscorese 298 Battery pack 104 297 298 320 387 E SE E E 292 Bit depth for NEF RAW images 86 BKT button 133 137 141 180 197 316 Black and white Monochrome 347 Blue intensifier oc ecscseseecseseseees 348 Body Ca aaan 1 24 389 Bordefroinie aeania aiia 250 Bracketing sses 132 307 308 Bracketing ordE f essere 308 BONES S a
8. full delete pictures 4 38 234 is locked C1 34 Can not selectp to for printing NEF RAW by direct USB connection Use DPOF print service TIFF images only create JPEG copy using NEF RAW processing M 353 or transfer to computer and print using ViewNX 2 supplied or Capture NX 2 available separately 389 Photo is not displayed on high definition video device Confirm that HDMI cable available separately is connected M 256 Photos are not displayed i in Capture NX2 Update to latest version a 389 Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 does not have desired effect Image sensor cleaning changes the position of dust on the low pass filter Dust off reference data recorded before image sensor cleaning is performed can not be used with photographs taken after image sensor cleaning is performed Dust off reference data recorded after image sensor cleaning Is performed can not be used with photographs taken before image sensor cleaning is performed 4 327 Computer displays NEF RAW images differently from camera Third party software does not display effects of Picture Controls Active D Lighting or vignette control Use ViewNX 2 supplied or optional Nikon software such as Capture NX 2 available separately Can not transfer photos to computer OS not compatible with camera or transfer software Use card reader to copy photos to computer m 242 a Miscellaneous Menu item can not be selected Some options
9. in GPS Unit GP 1 C2 215 Record latitude longitude altitude and UTC time with pictures GPS Adapter Cord MC 35 L 216 Connects GPS devices to D800 via PC cable supplied by manufacturer of GPS device gt length 35 cm 1 ft 2 in coe Modulite Remote Control Set ML 3 Allows infrared remote oe control at ranges of up to 8 m 26 ft 3 in 390 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter 1 Ready the camera Open the battery chamber 1 and power connector covers 2 Insert the EP 5B power connector Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown using the connector to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side The latch locks the connector in place when the connector is fully inserted 3 Closethe battery chamber cover Position the power connector cable so that it passes through the power connector slot and close the battery chamber cover 4 connect the AC adapter Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on AC adapter and the EP 5B power cable to the DC socket When the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector the battery level display in the monitor turns off hiraman T N aD Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period remove the battery and
10. is inspected or serviced Cautions Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration Keep dry This product is not waterproof and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage Avoid sudden changes in temperature Sudden changes in temperature such as those that occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day can cause condensation inside the device To prevent condensation place the device in a carrying case or plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature Keep away from strong magnetic fields Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor damage data stored on the memory card or affect the product s internal circuitry Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light source for an extended period Intense light may cause the image sensor to deteriorate or produce a white blur effect in photographs 401 402 Cleaning When cleaning the camera body use a blower to gently remove dust and lint then wipe gently with a soft dry cloth After using the camera at the beach or seaside wipe off any
11. sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly In rare instances static electricity may cause the LCD displays to light up or go dark This does not indicate a malfunction and the display will soon return to normal The lens and mirror are easily damaged Dust and lint should be gently removed with a blower When using an aerosol blower keep the can vertical to prevent discharge of liquid To remove fingerprints and other stains from the lens apply a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft cloth and wipe the lens carefully See The Low Pass Filter C2 394 for information on cleaning the low pass filter Lens contacts Keep the lens contacts clean Do not touch the shutter curtain The shutter curtain is extremely thin and easily damaged Under no circumstances should you exert pressure on the curtain poke it with cleaning tools or subject it to powerful air currents froma blower These actions could scratch deform or tear the curtain The shutter curtain may appear to be unevenly colored but this has no affect on pictures and does not indicate a malfunction Storage To prevent mold or mildew store the camera in a dry well ventilated area If you are using an AC adapter unplug the adapter to prevent fire If the product will not be used for an extended period remove the battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag containing a desiccant Do not however
12. selected with flash unit Standard i TTL flash for digital SLR is used with spot metering Selected with flash unit Auto aperture AA is used regardless of mode selected with flash unit Can be selected with camera Select 1 320s Auto FP or 1 250 s Auto FP for Custom Setting e1 Flash sync speed 299 8 CPU lens required No SNH DH w 382 Other Flash Units The a flash units can be used in non TTL auto and manual a ate unit SB 80DX Foo o ee nee a spas SB 26 osso sf B 20 eye Flashmode B 25 B 24 SB 16B SB 15 A Non TTL auto M Manual Repeating flash Rear curtain REAR Y sync 1 Flash mode is automatically set to TTL and shutter release is disabled Set flash unit to A non TTL auto flash 2 Autofocus is available with AF S VR Micro Nikkor 105mm f 2 8G IF ED and AF S Micro NIKKOR 60mm f 2 8G ED lenses only 3 Available when camera is used to select flash mode Auto Aperture Non TTL Auto Unless the focal length and maximum aperture are specified using the Non CPU lens data option in the setup menu 213 choosing auto aperture AA when a non CPU lens is attached automatically selects non TTL auto A 384 Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to the flash unit manual for detailed instructions If the unit supports CLS refer to the section on CLS compatible digital SLR cameras The D800 is not included in the di
13. selected for AF area mode choose another mode 49 93 Camera is in playback mode 219 Menus are in use M 259 Camera is slow to record photos Turn long exposure noise reduction off C0277 414 hteytiinmnmammmmiinn qita miming gigi inning E EEESC EAA teh VOEE SEESE SS EES SS ESSN SSESSN SEESE SEESE SEESE SSESSN SEESE SS ESSENSE ESSNSSESS SESS SESS SESS SESS SESS SESS SESS SESS EESS ESSES ESSES ESSES ESSES ESSES ESSES ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSE ENESES ESE SENCESE SENEESE ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSE ENSESSE ANSEES ENESESSE ENESENN EENE AF assist illuminator does not light AF assist lamp does not light if AF C is selected for autofocus mode 2291 Choose AF S If an option other than auto area AF is selected for AF area mode select center focus point 2 96 The camera is currently in live view or a movie is being recorded Off selected for Custom Setting a8 Built in AF assist illuminator 286 Illuminator has turned off automatically Illuminator may become hot with continued use wait for lamp to cool down Flicker or banding appear during live view or movie recording Choose an option for Flicker reduction that matches the frequency of the local AC power supply 329 Bright bands appear during live view or movie recording A flash or other light source with brief duration was used during live view or movie recording Noise bright spots randomly spaced bright pixels fog lines or redd
14. setting other than A auto A 167 Metering can not be changed Autoexposure lock or movie live view is in effect C159 129 Exposure compensation can not be used Choose exposure mode F 5 or A C0 131 Sound is not recorded with movies Microphone off is selected for Movie settings gt Microphone M 70 HE Playback NEF RAW image is not played back Photo was taken at image quality of NEF JPEG 85 Can not view pictures recorded with other cameras Pictures recorded with other makes of camera may not be displayed correctly Some photos are not displayed during playback Select All for Playback folder 260 Tall portrait orientation photos are displayed in wide landscape orientation Select On for Rotate tall 1 266 e Photo was taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation C2 331 Photo is displayed in image review M 220 Camera was pointed up or down when photo was taken M 331 Can not delete photo Picture is protected remove protection C4 233 e Memory card i is locked 0 34 Message is displayed stating that no images are available for playback Select All for Playback folder C2 260 416 nih qutiniimmimin ginning innit git etnias g2 tgninnnninnannanninnnninnnnnnnnn nnn SESS SESS SESS SESSE SESSE nnn nnn nnn nnn ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSENCES SENEESE EN ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSEEN ESSENSE EEN ESENES EEEE Can not change print order Memory card is
15. store it in a cool dry area with the terminal cover in place To prevent mold or mildew store the camera in a dry well ventilated area Do not store your camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in locations that are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60 are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields such as televisions or radios are exposed to temperatures above 50 C 122 F or below 10 C 14 F Cleaning soft dry cloth After using the camera at the beach or seaside Camera wipe off sand or salt with a cloth lightly dampened in distilled body water and dry thoroughly Important Dust or other foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not covered under warranty These glass elements are easily damaged Remove dust and Lens lint with a blower If using an aerosol blower keep the can mirror and vertical to prevent the discharge of liquid To remove viewfinder fingerprints and other stains apply a small amount of lens oo cleaner to a soft cloth and clean with care Se Remove dust and lint with a blower When removing ss fingerprints and other stains wipe the surface lightly with a Monitor ce soft cloth or chamois leather Do not apply pressure as this oS oe could result in damage or malfunction Do not use alcohol thinner or other volatile chemicals Use a blower to remove dust and lint then wipe gently with a 394 The Low Pas
16. while reducing the noise caused by lens vibration being recorded oe nae with movies during autofocus 389 aa ca am Temi a i a ea a em can a The D800 is equipped with a ten pin remote terminal 3 a for remote control and automatic photography The terminal is provided with a cap which protects the contacts when the terminal is not in use The following accessories can be used all lengths are approximate 2e Remote Cord MC 22 Remote shutter release with blue yellow and black terminals for connection to a remote shutter triggering device allowing control via sound or electronic signals length 1 m 3 ft 3 in Remote Cord MC 30 Remote shutter release can be used to reduce camera shake length 80 cm 2 ft 7 in Remote Cord MC 36 Remote shutter release can be used for interval timer photography or to reduce camera shake or eo Keep the shutter open during a time exposure length Remote 85 cm 2 ft 9in terminal Extension Cord MC 21 Can be connected to ML 3 or MC series accessories 20 22 23 25 30 or 36 Only one MC 21 can be used at a time length 3 m 9 ft 10 in Connecting Cord MC 23 Connects two cameras for simultaneous operation length 40 cm 1 ft 4 in Adapter Cord MC 25 Ten pin to two pin adapter cord for connection to devices with two pin terminals including the MW 2 radio control set MT 2 intervalometer and ML 2 modulite control set length 20 cm 8
17. with a fully charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 C 68 F Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain Approx 1 8 m 6 ft U S A and Canada or 1 5 m 4 9 ft other countries Ten ete Approx 110 g 3 9 oz excluding power cable and AC wall adapter Rechargeable lithium ion battery lt 2 7 0 V 1 900 mAh perating temperature 0 40 C 32 104 F imensions Wx H x D CE 40 x 56 x 20 5 mm 1 6 x 2 2 x 0 8 in 432 Supported Standards DCF Version 2 0 The Design Rule for Camera File System DCF is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera DPOF Digital Print Order Format DPOF is an industry wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card Exif version 2 3 The camera supports Exif Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras version 2 3 a standard in which information stored with photographs is used for optimal color reproduction when the images are output on Exif compliant printers PictBridge A standard developed through cooperation with the digital camera and printer industries allowing photog
18. 0 f11 f12 f13 g _ g2 g3 g4 AE L AF L button press AE L AF L command dials Shutter spd amp aperture lock M 316 Shutter speed lock Aperture lock Assign BKT button C4 316 Customize command dials lt 2 317 Reverse rotation C4 317 Aperture setting ca 317 Menus and playback 4 318 Release button to use dial 21 318 Slot empty release lock 21 319 Reverse indicators 1319 t Assign MB D12 AF ON M 320 Assign Fn button 4 321 Fn button press Assign preview button C4 322 Preview button press Assign AE L AF L button 21323 AE L AF L button press Assign shutter button 21324 Preview None AE AF lock None Off Off Auto bracketing Exposure compensation L Shutter speed aperture L Sub command dial Off No Enable release eo re ee alii AF ON None Index marking AE AF lock Take photos Defaults for the current Custom Settings bank can be restored using Custom settings bank 2 280 409 n eup Menu Defaults aE 326 amp 2x a a Manual 0 Clean image sensor 394 Advanced 757 Output range Auto Output display size 95 Live view on screen display On Hicker reduction Ca eee Auto Auto image rotation C4 331 On GPS 218 Eye Fi upload 21 339 Enable The exposure program for programmed auto C1 118 is shown in the following graph ISO 100 lens with
19. 2 8G ED ED VR II AF S Zoom Nikkor 80 200mm f 2 8D IF ED At ranges under 2 3 m 7 ft 7 in the following lenses may block the AF assist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor AF VR Zoom Nikkor 80 400mm f 4 5 5 6D ED Calculating Angle of View The D800 can be used with Nikon lenses for 35mm 135 format cameras If Auto DX crop is on 2 79 and a 35mm format lens is attached the angle of view will be the same as a frame of 35mm film 35 9 x 24 0 mm if a DX lens is attached the angle of view will automatically be adjusted to 23 4 x 15 6 mm DX format To choose an angle of view different from that of the current lens turn Auto DX crop off and select from FX 36x24 1 2x 30x 20 DX 24x 16 and 5 4 30x24 Ifa 35mm format lens is attached the angle of view could be reduced by 1 5 x by selecting DX 24x 16 or by 1 2 x by selecting 1 2x 30x20 to expose a smaller area or the aspect ratio could be changed by selecting 5 4 30x24 FX 36 x24 picture size 35 9 x 24 0 mm equivalent to 35mm format camera 1 2x 3020 picture size 30 0 x 19 9 mm 23 4 x 15 6 mm equivalent to DX format camera 5 4 30x24 picture size 30 0 x 24 0 mm Picture diagonal Angle of view FX 36 x 24 35mm format aa AO E OT VIEW T 2k 30 eel Angle of view DX 24x16 DX format 378 Calculating Angle of View Continued The DX 24x 16 angle of view is about 1 5 time
20. 38 compressed 12 bit NEF RAW Lossless 18 6MB 236 29 compressed 14 bit NEF RAW Compressed 12 bit TN an NEF RAW 2 Compressed 14 bit nee A i NEF RAW Uncompressed 25 0 MB 303 30 12 bit NEF RAW Uncompressed 32 5 MB 236 25 14 bit L 46 6 MB 165 21 TIFF RGB M 26 8 MB 289 265 S 12 5 MB 616 Al L 8 0 MB 796 100 JPEG fine M 5 1 MB 1200 100 S 2 7 MB 2300 100 L 4 1 MB 1500 100 JPEG normal M 2 6 MB 2500 100 S 1 4 MB 4600 100 L 2 0 MB 3000 100 JPEG basic 3 M 1 3 MB 5000 100 S 0 7 MB 8900 100 Includes images taken with DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX crop 1 All figures are approximate File size varies with scene recorded 2 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer at ISO 100 Drops if Optimal quality is selected for JPEG compression ISO sensitivity is set to Hi 0 3 or higher High ISO NR is on when auto ISO sensitivity control is on or ISO sensitivity is set to ISO 1600 or higher or long exposure noise reduction Active D Lighting or auto distortion control is on 3 Figures assume JPEG compression is set to Size priority Selecting Optimal quality increases the file size of JPEG images number of images and buffer capacity drop accordingly d3 Max Continuous Release 0 293 The maximum number of photographs that can be taken ina single burst can be set to any amount between 1 and 100 438 The number of shots that can be t
21. 59 Playback Z00Mkaconanannnuano 231 P rtraitnannurn eea eee 163 Power CONNECTOF eessen 387 391 Predictive focus tracking 92 Preset manual White balance 146 154 Press the shutter release button AERE AEE E E E T 41 128 Preview button wu 63 117 315 322 PRIMEY SION eaen 38 89 Print DPOF satis detatiavedenhtenatedasaces 251 Print options PictBridge Setup menu 249 Print selett oori a 251 PININ innin aeania 247 Programmed auto essssssessesessserssessses 118 Protecting photographs 233 Q OUICK AC JUS Enyaan 166 QUICK retou A iriccnwvcmvcdnnnneonce 357 R Rank items My Menu ween 369 Rear curtain SYNC ssessessesssesesssosssesees Recent settings usssesssessesssesssssssssersssses Red intensifier ssssssssssscssscsssssssssseseeee Red eye correction Red eye reduction wees 183 Release button to use dial 318 Release mode wiccccccccccscscssesesesesseseees 103 Remote Cordes 124 390 Remove items My Menu esses 368 Removing the lens from the camera 25 Repeating flash wesc 301 RESEE unea A 193 RESIZE nda e Aa ORA 355 Restoring default settings 193 405 Retouch MenU ssssessessesssssessesesesesseseses 341 Reverse indicators essesssesessseses 319 GB eileen tiie annain 84 225 274 RGB Histogram sccieickictcscsietiiedlelecesiviese 225 Rotate tall sesssessessesesssessesessresssesse 266 S S S5Mall ussssssssssssssssssssssessseseseserseseses 68 87 SA tua ON achashectctercds
22. B 8 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 4GB 435 436 The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on an 8 GB Toshiba R95 W80MB s UHS I SDHC card at different image quality 1 84 image size 41 87 and image area settings C1 79 n FX 36x e inst lice Image quality NEF RAW Lossless compressed 12 bit NEF RAW Lossless compressed 14 bit NEF RAW Compressed 12 bit NEF RAW Compressed 14 bit NEF RAW Uncompressed 12 bit NEF RAW Uncompressed 14 bit TIFF RGB JPEG fine JPEG normal JPEG basic 3 crop Image size MN Zr wn src WN Zemin scr Filesize 32 4 MB 41 3 MB 29 0 MB 35 9 MB 57 0 MB 74 4 MB 108 2 MB 61 5 MB 28 0 MB 16 3 MB 10 4 MB 5 2 MB 9 1 MB 5 3 MB 2 6 MB 4 0 MB 2 7 MB 1 4 MB No of images 133 103 182 151 133 103 ah 126 O77 360 616 1200 718 1200 2400 1400 2400 4800 Buffer ca capacity 16 16 18 26 56 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 Includes images taken with non DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX m DX 24x1 o ok mbad Mo ENE ELA EGY LA ALSE Lee O r T E A E A osou E gT Image quality Image size File size No of images Buffer capacity 2 NEF RAW Lossless 14 9MB 303
23. ISO 519 sync terminal with locking thread 2 Auto 2 types incandescent fluorescent 7 types direct sunlight flash cloudy shade preset manual up to 4 gt values can be stored choose color temperature i re eee 2500 K 10000 K all with fine tuning 428 Live view photography still images movie live view movies sea Autofocus AF Single servo AF AF S full time servo AF i AFA E ze Manual focus M uu Face priority AF wide area AF normal area AF subject a E a E tracking AF veape ea gt Contrast detect AF anywhere in frame camera selects focus point automatically when face priority AF or as co subject tracking AF is selected TTL exposure metering using main image sensor Ee 1 920 x 1 080 30 p progressive 25 p 24 p oS 1 280 x 720 60 p 50 p 30 p 25 p Actual frame rates for 60 p 50 p 30 p 25 p and 24 pare 2 59 94 50 29 97 25 and 23 976 fps respectively OO options support both high and normal image quality MOV Audio io recording device Built in monaural or external stereo microphone ee ere Sele ad ae lt 8 cm 3 2 in approx 921k dot VGA TFT LCD with 170 viewing angle approx 100 frame coverage ae Soule automatic monitor brightness control using Ses ad cree neat Bee mbient bri g htness sensor lt Full frame and thumbnail 4 9 or 72 images playb
24. Imagereview o ooo o 43 TO min d1 Beep 42 292 Volume SSCS Off Pitch High d2 CL mode shooting speed 1293 I ti i S S 2 fps d3 Max continuous release 24 293 100 d4 Exposure delay mode 22 293 Off d5 Filenumber sequence 129 0 O amp d6 Viewfinder grid display 3 295 Off d7 ISO display and adjustment 22 295 Show frame count d8 Screen tips M 295 On d9 Information display 21 296 Auto d10 LCD illumination 4 296 Off d11 MB D12 battery type 2 297 LR6 AA alkaline d12 Battery order 1 298 Use MB D12 batteries first e1 Flash sync speed 1 299 1 250 s e2 Flash shutter speed 300 1 60s et e3 Flash cntrl for built in flash Optional TTL flash 4 301 302 e4 Modeling flash 1307 On e5 Auto bracketing set 4 307 AE amp flash e6 Auto bracketing Mode M 1308 Flash speed e7 Bracketing order 4 308 MTR gt under gt over f1 amp switch C4 309 LCD backlight f2 Multi selector centerbutton 21309 a ti i C C Shooting mode Select center focus point Playback mode Thumbnail on off Live view Select center focus point f3 Multi selector 1131 0 EEE Do nothing a f4 Assign Fn button 311 Fn button press C4 311 Viewfinder virtual horizon Fn button command dials 22314 None f5 T preview button 315 Preview button press Preview command dials f6 Assign AE L AF L button 3 315 f7 f8 f9 f1
25. MMNHMMMMMNNM MN Range Iso 100 ff 4 lt gt e Matrix or center weighted metering 0 20 EV lens 20 C 68 F Spot metering 2 20 EV Exposure meter coupling Combined CPU and Al TT MMMMHMMMMMMMMMMMHMMMHMM ME exposure mode coi Programmed auto with flexible program F shutter ae priority auto 5 aperture priority auto A manual M Te es Se E a aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaoaaaaaowanannnnanr ccc abn 5 5 EV in increments of 3 2 or 1 EV PCOS ILOILO I OHO ATi NINN ATT k Luminosity locked at detected value with i t AE L AF L oe oe button lt 1 0 100 6400 in steps of 3 1 2 or 1 EV Can also be n set to approx 0 3 0 5 0 7 or 1 EV ISO 50 equivalent below ISO 100 or to approx 0 3 0 5 0 7 1 or 2 EV ISO a7 25600 equivalent above ISO 6400 auto ISO sensitivity control available SO se sensitivity ee Exposure Index lt Can be selected from Auto Extra high High Normal Low or Off Nikon Advanced Multi CAM 3500FX autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection fine tuning 51 focus points including 15 cross type sensors f 8 z A by 11 sensors and AF assist illuminator ones approx 0 5 3 m 1 ft 8 in 9 ft 10 in Detection range z2 2 19 EV ISO 100 20 C 68 F Lenss servo 27 ae 7 aero Ee SEOS AF AF C predictive focus tracking automatically k activated Se to su ubject status Autof
26. Nikon DIGITAL CAMERA User s Manual AF Assist Illumination AF assist illumination is available with lenses with focal lengths of 24 200 mm It can not however be used to assist the focus operation with the following lenses AF S VR Nikkor 200mm f 2G IF ED AF S NIKKOR 200 400mm f 4G ED AF S NIKKOR 200mm f 2G ED VR II VR II AF S VR Zoom Nikkor 200 400mm f 4G IF ED At ranges under 0 7 m 2 ft 4 in the following lenses may block the AF assist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor AF S NIKKOR 16 35mm f 4G ED VR_ AF S NIKKOR 24 70mm f 2 8G ED AF S Zoom Nikkor 17 35mm AF S VR Zoom Nikkor 24 120mm f 2 8D IF ED f 3 5 5 6G IF ED AF S DX Zoom Nikkor 17 55mm AF S Zoom Nikkor ED 28 70mm f 2 8G IF ED f 2 8D IF AF S DX NIKKOR 18 200mm f 3 5 AF Micro Nikkor 200mm f 4D IF ED 5 6G ED VR Il At ranges under 1 1 m 3 ft 7 in the following lenses may block the AF assist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor AF S NIKKOR 24 120mm f 4G ED AF S DX Zoom Nikkor 55 200mm VR f 4 5 6G ED AF S NIKKOR 28 300mm f 3 5 5 6G ED VR At ranges under 1 5 m 4ft 11 in the following lenses may block the AF assist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor AF S NIKKOR 14 24mm f 2 8GED AF Zoom Nikkor 70 300mm f 4 AF S VR Zoom Nikkor ED 70 5 6G 200mm f2 8G IF AF Zoom Nikkor 80 200mm f 2 8D AF S NIKKOR 70 200mm f
27. WOENEN EEA ses ecmreuLU LULU Control View pe panel finder oe B iaae composition or 40 107 blinks using autofocus focus manually Use a lower ISO 109 sensitivity Use optional NDfilter 389 Subject too bright In exposure mode photo will be amp Increase shutter 119 overexposed speed Ezposuie A Choose a smaller 120 indicatorsand aporture arger shutter speed Mnumpen or aperture Use ene ISO 109 sensitivity display blink eens 181 380 Subject too dark photo i O 119 will be underexposed speed A Choose a larger 120 aperture smaller f number nuh bust h selected in a a eee blinks pore modes or select manual 119 122 exposure mode bud a5 Images are being Wait until processing is blinks blinks processed complete E 418 eee eee Terese renee 1 Sisumwnsereoeaeai iei Control Views a So qe aoe a Saat pan el fin d er Problem encod olution an R a ye ae If indicator blinks for 3s check photo In monitor if E after flash fires photo iinderexpesed adus 187 may be underexposed settings and try again Reduce quality or 84 87 size Memory insufficient to Delete photographs 234 Fukt record further photos after copying eme Jat current settings or important images to blinks blinks camera has run out of computer or other file or folder numbers device Insert new memory 29 card Release shutter If error
28. Y eg eH A E E m HSH HSH SH Option ee ee ee Description OS a spare yen ce The image sensor is EE A cleaned each time the camera is turned on aa Clean at The image sensor is automatically cleaned during shutdown shutdown each time the camera is turned off aon Cleanatstartup The image sensor is cleaned automatically at startup DOFF amp shutdown and at shutdown Cleaningoff Automatic image sensor cleaning off ON Clean at startup Sa 1 Select Clean at startup Mean image sensor shutdown a Display the Clean image sensor menu as described in Step 2 on the previous page Highlight Clean at startup shutdown and press gt 2 Select an option an sa Clean image sensor s Gean at startup shutdown Highlight an option and fn otc in press EN GF Clean at shutdown Cleaning a 6 button vV Image Sensor Cleaning Using camera controls during startup interrupts image sensor cleaning Image sensor cleaning may not be performed at startup if the flash is charging Cleaning is performed by vibrating the low pass filter If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu clean the image sensor manually see below or consult a Nikon authorized service representative If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession image sensor cleaning may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera s internal circuitry Cleaning can be performed again
29. a 166 Built in AF assist Illuminator 286 Built in flash cca 181 375 B l Doeme es vavdineeitnvnnevclscigea 122 124 BUlar ai 293 312 C Camera Control Pro 2 246 389 Capture NX 2usssessssessessesee 85 327 389 Center weighted metering 115 289 Charging the battery wu 19 20 Choose color temp White balance 146 152 Choose image afea esere 80 82 Choose start end pointes 74 CL mode shooting speed sses 293 Clean image Sensor ssesssssssssssssssceses 394 COCK final a a AN 27 329 Clock battery ssessssssssessssssscsssssssseessssss 28 Cloudy White balance wc 145 Color sketch evissccesnr terres eaed 359 GOlOr SP aCe i sin unectisccs lec eAlecectssieeeartts 274 Color temperature 146 147 152 Commander mode uu 301 303 CompactFlash wu eee 29 326 434 Compatible lenses scese 37 Compressed Type sesers 86 COMPUTER nnnc 239 Continuous high speed essre 103 Continuous low speed 103 293 Continuous release Mode 103 Continuous servo AF wu 91 281 COMMAS indice chntinucnnniaed 166 Control panel ss ssssesessssescosssecssssssessssee 6 7 Coordinated Universal Time UTC 27 217 Copy image s css ctessesiscivicterideciedicnecenns 262 Copyright information 228 334 CPU COMAC tS auinen 373 CPU lenS nessssssessrsesosssssessesesssessrssse 25 371 Creative Lighting System sses 381 Cropping PictBridge Setup menu 250 CrOSS SCreen eessscsssssescssscsese
30. ack with playback zoom movie playback photo and or movie slide shows highlights histogram display auto aa image rotation and image comment up to 36 A 7 a lt characters SuperSpeed USB USB 3 0 Micro B connector pepa gt Type C mini pin HDMI connector can be used e a une eee with camera monitor Ci a SS GPS unit or GPS device compliant with NMEA0183 Sk lt version 2 01 or 3 01 requires optional MC 35 GPS ait ee lt adapter cord and cable with D sub 9 pin connector Supported languages Arabic Chinese Simplified and Traditional Czech eo Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Indonesian Italian Japanese Korean Norwegian ae Polish ee Romanian Russian Spanish ce Optional MB D12 multi power battery pack with one os rechargeable Nikon EN EL18 Li ion battery available separately one rechargeable Nikon EN EL15 Li ion lt battery or eight AA alkaline Ni MH or lithium batteries ABL 5 si ncaa cover is required gt EH 5b AC adapter requires EP 5B power connector lt available separately Tripod socket 1 4 in ISO 1222 Dimensions W x H x D Approx 146 x 123 x 81 5 mm 5 7 x 4 8 x 3 2 in Approx 1 000 g 2 Ib 3 3 oz with battery and SD memory card but without body cap approx 900 g 1 Ib lt 15 7 oz camera body only Unless otherwise stated all figures are for a camera
31. aken with fully charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery temperature and how the camera is used In the case of AA batteries capacity also varies with make and storage conditions some batteries can not be used Sample figures for the camera and optional MB D12 multi power battery pack are given below e CIPA standard One EN EL15 battery camera Approximately 900 shots One EN EL15 battery MB D12 Approximately 900 shots One EN EL18 battery MB D12 Approximately 1 400 shots Eight AA alkaline batteries MB D12 Approximately 1 000 shots e Nikon standard 2 One EN EL15 battery camera Approximately 2 400 shots One EN EL15 battery MB D12 Approximately 2 400 shots One EN EL18 battery MB D12 Approximately 3 800 shots Eight AA alkaline batteries MB D12 Approximately 2 400 shots 1 Measured at 23 C 73 4 F 2 C 3 6 F with an AF S NIKKOR 24 120mm f 4G ED VR lens under the following test conditions lens cycled from infinity to minimum range and one photograph taken at default settings once every 30 s flash fired once every other shot Live view not used 2 Measured at 20 C 68 F with an AF S NIKKOR 70 200mm f 2 8G ED VR II lens under the following test conditions vibration reduction off image quality set to JPEG normal image size set to L large shutter speed 1 250 s shutter release button pressed halfway for three seconds and focus cycled from infinity to minimum range three times six shots are
32. are not AE at certain combinations of settings or when no memory card is inserted Note that Battery info option is not available when camera is powered by an This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder control panel and monitor ee ee ee ree Indicator reer DEES E U ere ert ureter iret re Control panel finder FE E blinks a blinks blinks blinks AF View oe SEE EERE LR Problem Lens aperture ring is not set to minimum aperture Low battery Battery exhausted Battery can not be used An extremely exhausted rechargeable Li ion battery or a third party battery is inserted either in the camera or in the optional MB D12 battery pack No lens attached or non CPU lens attached without specifying maximum aperture Aperture shown in stops from maximum aperture Camera clock is not set Set ring to minimum aperture largest f number Ready a fully charged spare battery Recharge or replace battery Contact Nikon authorized service representative Replace the battery or recharge the battery if the rechargeable Li ion battery is exhausted Set camera clock Aperture value will be displayed if maximum aperture is specified xix 19 21 387 27 212 eee A a ES EEE EEEE A EEEE EEE E Y E E E E EEE EE E EE A Indicator
33. csteens 115 Fn button cc secicesdcccescccuccteseetccedtenes 311 321 BEB Info button sessies 10 13 Live view button wo 45 59 PEI EEEE A A N 15 18 r Memory buffer nce 40 105 BME SUN LEC hisaznssensassdacinsctotsvieatviniacnelss 4 309 Focus indicator 40 98 102 PRE Preset manual nesses 146 154 Numerics 1 2Xx 30X20 I Bb Cert nee 80 12 bit sssssssssssssssssssssssesssesesesssssesesessesseses 86 14 bit Cee ane eer eT en Oe EO 86 3D color matrix metering III 115 3D tracking eesssssesseesssssssocssssesseeesssee 94 95 51 4 30 X 24 usssssssssissessessrrssessessressessesssse 80 A AC adapterlarni 387 391 CCESSOF ES vocccccscccsessssssssscessessssssssssesees 387 Accessory SHOE usesssssseeressesseersese 380 Active D Lighting e ssssseseesss 141 174 Add items My Menu sesse 367 ADL bracketing ween 141 307 Adobe RGB Color space 274 AE amp flash Auto bracketing set 132 307 AE only Auto bracketing set 132 307 AE L AF L button uu 98 315 323 PA annin 48 50 91 100 281 286 AF ACTIVATION eee eeceseesceeeeeseeceeneeees 283 AF area brackets wocccccccccsecseeees 8 35 AF fIN TUNC wee eccccsccceeeseseseseseseeeees 338 AF area Mode ssssssccssssessne 49 93 AF ASSISt uues 286 377 385 N E EEEE TT 91 281 AF F ennas anann an 48 AF mode button seses 48 50 92 94 AF ON button uesssssesssssssssssssssesn 92 283 N e CIEE 48 91 282 After delete cccccccicectes he teetiecteiiccerte 266 A M switch
34. d Creative Lighting System CLS offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography EE CLS Compatible Flash Units The camera can be used with the following CLS compatible flash units The SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 SB 700 SB 600 SB 400 and SB R200 fad ee ee ne Sone Feature B 910 SB 900 SB 800 SB 700 SB 600 SB 4002 SB R200 Guide 1S0 100 34 111 34 111 38 125 28 92 30 98 21 69 10 33 No 150200 48 157 48 157 53 174 39 128 42 138 30 98 14 46 1 Ifa color filter is attached to the SB 910 SB 900 or SB 700 when AUTO or amp flash is selected for white balance the camera will automatically detect the filter and adjust white balance appropriately 2 Wireless flash control is not available with the SB 400 3 Controlled remotely with built in flash in commander mode or using optional SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 or SB 700 flash unit or SU 800 wireless Speedlight commander 4 m ft 20 C 68 F SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 SB 700 and SB 600 at 35 mm zoom head position SB 910 SB 900 and SB 700 with standard illumination SU 800 Wireless Speedlight Commander When mounted on a CLS compatible camera the SU 800 can be used as a commander for remote SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 SB 700 SB 600 or SB R200 flash units in up to three groups The SU 800 itself is not equipped with a flash Guide Number To calculate the range of the f
35. dge Eye level pentaprism single lens reflex viewfinder Se FX 36x24 Approx 100 horizontal and 100 vertical e 1 2x 30x20 Approx 97 horizontal and 97 vertical e DX 24x16 Approx 97 horizontal and 97 vertical Cos e 5 4 30x24 Approx 97 horizontal and 100 vertical EEU ENEN EE EEnEEN Approx 0 7 x 50 mm f 1 4 lens at infinity 1 0 m 17 mm 1 0 m from center su rface of viewfinder eyepiece lens iopter adjustment 3 1 m ss Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII screen with AF area brackets and framing grid e Quick return 424 epth of field preview When depth of field preview button is pressed lens Medes aperture is stopped down to value selected by user A and M modes or by camera F and 5 modes gt Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses including type G and D lenses some restrictions apply to PC Micro lt NIKKOR lenses and DX lenses using DX 24 x 16 1 5x image area Al P NIKKOR lenses and non CPU Al lenses exposure modes A and M only IX NIKKOR gt lenses lenses for the F3AF and non Al lenses can not e used ompatible lenses The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f 5 6 or faster the electronic rangefinder supports the 11 focus points lt with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f 8 or a A era eae Venat a Cee ee a faster
36. during production and shipping The D800 however is designed to be used with interchangeable lenses and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are removed or exchanged Once inside the camera this foreign matter may adhere to the low pass filter where it may appear in photographs taken under certain conditions To protect the camera when no lens is in place be sure to replace the body cap provided with the camera being careful to first remove all dust and other foreign matter that may be adhering to the body cap Should foreign matter find its way onto the low pass filter clean the filter as described above or have the filter cleaned by authorized Nikon service personnel Photographs affected by the presence of foreign matter on the filter can be retouched using Capture NX 2 available separately 1 389 or the clean image options available in some third party imaging applications vV Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to two years and that it be serviced once every three to five years note that fees apply to these services Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally Any accessories regularly used with the camera such as lenses or optional flash units should be included when the camera
37. e camera Do not attempt to use the camera with power connectors inserted into both the camera and MB D12 Wireless Transmitter WT 4 Connects the camera to wireless and Ethernet networks The photographs on the camera oe o memory card can be viewed by computers on the same Wireless LAN network or copied to a computer for long term storage The a a network using Camera Control Pro 2 available separately camera can also be controlled from any computer on the Note that the WT 4 requires an independent power source in the form of an optional EH 6b AC adapter or EN EL3e ae lt battery See the WT 4 manual for details Always use the lt latest version of the WT 4 software eS rrr ean a eye Viewfinder co eyepiece accessories we Rubber Eyecup DK 19 The DK 19 makes the image in the viewfinder easier to see preventing eye fatigue Diopter Adjustment Viewfinder Lens DK 17C To accommodate individual differences in vision viewfinder lenses are available with diopters of 3 2 0 1 and 2 m Use diopter adjustment lenses only if the desired focus can not be achieved with the built in diopter adjustment control 3 to 1 m Test diopter adjustment lenses before purchase to ensure that the desired focus can be achieved The DK 17C is equipped with a safety lock Magnifying Eyepiece DK 17M The DK 17M magnifies the view through the viewfinder by ap
38. e problem persists contact your retailer or Nikon authorized service representative HE Shooting Sh Memory card is full 24 29 38 Release locked is selected for Custom Setting f11 Slot empty release lock 319 and no memory card is inserted C1 29 CPU lens with aperture ring attached but aperture not locked at highest f number If FE E is displayed in the control panel select Aperture ring for Custom Setting f9 Customize command dials gt Aperture setting to use lens aperture ring to adjust aperture M 317 Exposure mode amp selected with tus i amp selected for shutter speed m 418 d4 Exposure delay mode 1 293 Only one shot taken each time shutter release button is pressed in continuous release mode e Lower the built in flash 1 107 Turn HDR off 24 176 Photos are out of focus Rotate focus mode selector to AF M 91 Camera unable to focus using autofocus use manual focus or focus lock 4 98 101 Full range of shutter speeds not available Flash in use Flash sync speed can be selected using Custom Setting e1 Flash sync speed when using compatible flash units choose 1 320 s Auto FP or 1 250 s Auto FP for full range of shutter speeds 299 Focus does not lock when shutter release button is pressed halfway Camera isin focus mode AF C use et AE L AF L button to lock focus M 98 Unlock focus selector lock 24 96 Auto area AF or face priority AF
39. eccs ccessusesrecescatvtanesccrcenastecst 224 Histogram essssessessesessseese 225 226 310 a EA AE AE 166 I Image area suse 25 67 68 79 82 87 Image coMMent sessssesssserssessessesesseesss 333 Image Dust Off ref photo eesse S27 Image overlay ssssssesssseseessssesessseeseses 350 Image quality sesssssessssessssssersessssessssees 84 IMAGE review nusus 211 220 265 Images ZE yena 87 Incandescent White balance 145 INdEX esssesssssesssssssssesesssssesesesessseseseseses 63 73 dex lp ocsidiad rsin 251 In focus indicator sesse 40 98 102 Information nesses 222 261 Information display 10 295 296 Interval timer SHOOTING seess 201 ISO display and adjustment 295 ISO sensitivity ccsccccssessecssoseees 109 111 ISO sensitivity step value 287 21 laperene cee ni 181 185 382 J NPE Gisseck owes cesecoues heesseia terse eeaecas hanes 84 JPEG DaSiCacuciawreounwaruacencmey 84 JPEG compression essesssssecssesecssecssesecsses 86 IPEG TN Smecananiiceanmnanurdaaienn 84 JPEG NOK Malesasesinnaccinscwudiens 84 L L Warde arin teanaaaaeniaucnnin 68 87 GAN i dessasacousneiekss sotdicctenecoutetsdeesasecateuceta iets 387 LANAS CADE irrin KARHE recs 163 LangUagEsssicsissiiriisisrisisiciriccrirsssis 26 330 E D EEE EAT 4 296 326 LED Prahti S Senonensis 326 LCD HNUMINATION WN eee 296 EEEE E 24 25 212 338 371 LENS CAP ecricizveteocteccticeccstecetsteseteemert cet tock 24 Lens distance infor
40. eption of Extended menu banks Multiple exposure Interval timer shooting and Time lapse photography only settings in the current shooting menu bank will be reset 2 Applies to all banks Shooting menu reset is not available while shooting is in progress 3 Applies to all banks Shooting ends when reset is performed 4 Applies to all banks Interval reset to 5 s recording time to 25 minutes EE Custom Settings Menu Defaults eee OptOn Te anne pe eee eut ey al AF C priority selection 21281 Release a2 AF S priority selection 24 282 Focus a3 Focus tracking with lock on 2 283 3 Normal a4 AF activation 283 Shutter AF ON a5 AF point illumination 3 284 Auto a6 Focus point wrap around 212 a7 Number of focus points 2 285 51 points a8 Built in AF assist illuminator C4 286 On b1 ISO sensitivity step value M 287 1 3 step b2 EV steps for exposure cntrl 24 287 1 3 step b3 Exp flash comp step value 21 287 1 3 step b4 Easy exposure compensation R1288 Off o o 22000 b5 Center weighted area 289 12 mm b6 Fine tune optimal exposure 21 290 Matrix metering 0 Center weighted metering 0 Spot metering 0 c1 Shutter release button AE L M 290 Off c2 Auto meter off delay 22 291 65 c3 Self timer C4 291 Self timer delay 10s Number of shots 1 Interval between shots 0 55 c4 Monitor off delay 24 292 Playback 10s Menus 1 min Information display 10s
41. es 274 Standard Set Picture Control 163 Standard i TTL flash for digital SLR 185 382 Start printing sicccccesiccdetccctecttecieates 250 253 Storage fold r sssessssessesssessssesessssessess 271 Strale aeeiio dN 357 T Television eesesesessesossscsscsesescsssscsssessosssses 256 Ten pin remote terminal 3 215 390 Thumbnail esesssesessesesesessesssssssssse 219 310 TIFF ROB ctncecieore eeraueee chicecatows 84 TIES iret anan 27 329 Time stamp PictBridge 0 250 Time ZOMG esssssssssssssssesrsssssesessesses 27 329 Time zone and date wo 27 329 Time lapse photography essees 207 TE e tinssciev hiatal Sriaattatticees 106 201 Toning Set Picture Control 166 168 Transfer photographs 243 AF 0p eee renee or an eR te i er 346 TIPOA eusann aeatten 49 106 124 Two button reset nesses 193 Type D lenS essessssessssecesescccsssssssss 371 379 Type G lenS ccizcucas inane 3715373 U Uncompressed Type occ 86 DE Reena eNOS ROR EARS MPO NOOR 243 248 USB Cables scscesisaunch cies 1 243 248 USB cable CliPinciscatiotisculiecescice 1 243 Use GPS to set camera clock 0 218 E AE EEEE Me E ESS 27 217 229 V Vibration reduction mode switch 24 Viewfinder uessesssesesesersreser 8 35 424 Viewfinder eyepiece 36 106 203 Viewfinder focus sesser 35 388 Viewing photographs on TV 256 VIEWNX 2 woe 85 239 274 331 334 Vignette control ssesssssssssssesssssseossss 275
42. f dashes in the control panel will blink 398 6 Examine the low pass filter Holding the camera so that light falls on the low pass filter examine the filter for dust or lint If no foreign objects are present proceed to Step 8 7 Clean the filter Remove any dust and lint from the filter with a blower Do not use a blower brush as the bristles could damage the filter Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon authorized service personnel Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter 8 Turn the camera off The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close Replace the lens or body cap 400 Use a Reliable Power Source The shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged If the camera powers off while the mirror is raised the curtain will close automatically To prevent damage to the curtain observe the following precautions Do not turn the camera off or remove or disconnect the power source while the mirror is raised If the battery runs low while the mirror is raised a beep will sound and the self timer lamp will blink to warn that the shutter curtain will close and the mirror will be lowered after about two minutes End cleaning or inspection immediately vV Foreign Matter on the Low Pass Filter Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the low pass filter
43. gital SLR category in the SB 80DX SB 28DX and SB 50DX manuals i TTL flash control can be used at ISO sensitivities between 100 and 6400 At values over 6400 the desired results may not be achieved at some ranges or aperture settings If the flash ready indicator blinks for about three seconds after a photograph is taken the flash has fired at full power and the photograph may be underexposed View the photograph in the monitor if it is underexposed adjust aperture ISO sensitivity or the distance to the subject and try again When an SC series 17 28 or 29 sync cable is used for off camera flash photography correct exposure may not be achieved in i TTL mode We recommend that you select standard i TTL flash control Take a test shot and view the results in the monitor In i TTL use the flash panel or bounce adapter provided with the flash unit Do not use other panels such as diffusion panels as this may produce incorrect exposure The SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 SB 700 SB 600 and SB 400 provide red eye reduction while the SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 SB 700 SB 600 and SU 800 provide AF assist illumination with the following restrictions B 910 and SB 900 AF assist _gse222cco 20888909 illumination is available with 17 ceo3e8 FERE EEEE 135mm AF lenses however 17_19 mm 20 105 mm 106 135 mm autofocus Is available only with the focus points shown at right B 800 SB 600 and SU 800 AF assist illumination is avai
44. graphs taken in movie live view a 6 720 x 3 776 L 5 040 x 2 832 M 3 360 x 1 888 S gt DX format photographs in movie live view 4 800 x 2 704 L 3 600 x 2 024 M 2 400 x 1 352 S Note Photographs taken in movie live view have an aspect ratio of 16 9 A DX based format is used for 2 photographs taken using the DX 24 x 16 1 5x image lt area an FX based format is used for all other photographs 423 NEF RAW 12 or 14 bit lossless compressed compressed or uncompressed TIFF RGB or JPEG JPEG Baseline compliant with fine approx 1 4 normal approx 1 8 or basic approx 1 16 compression Size priority Optimal quality gt compression available ets e NEF RAW JPEG Single photograph recorded in both woe NEE RAW and JPEG formats icture Control System Can be selected from Standard Neutral Vivid eo Monochrome Portrait Landscape selected Picture Control can be modified storage for custom Picture ee Controls lt SD Secure Digital and UHS I compliant SDHC and SDXC memory cards Type CompactFlash memory cards UDMA compliant 5 o Either card can be used for primary or backup storage oe or for separate storage of NEF RAW and JPEG images a pictures can be copied between cards DCF Design Rule for Camera File System 2 0 DPOF Digital Print Order Format Exif Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras 2 3 PictBri
45. ight light source is in the frame Center weighted metering is recommended with filters lt lt with exposure factors filter factors over 1x Y44 Y48 Y52 056 R60 XO X1 C PL ND2S ND4 ND4S ND8 ND8S ND400 A2 A12 B2 B8 B12 See the filter manual for eate ea SOLAS Filters peg PC Card Adapter EC AD1 The EC AD1 PC card adapter allows PCcard adapters Type CompactFlash memory cards to be inserted in PCMCIA card slots os Capture NX2 A complete photo editing package with such advanced editing features as selection control points and an auto retouch brush Camera Control Pro 2 Control the camera remotely from a computer and save photographs directly to the computer a hard disk Software gt Note Use the latest versions of Nikon software see the websites ss listed on page xx for the latest information on supported i 5 operating systems At default settings Nikon Message Center 2 E will periodically check for updates to Nikon software and gt firmware while you are logged in to an account on the computer and the computer is connected to the Internet A eo message is automatically displayed when an update is found Er ae Body Cap BF 1B Body Cap BF 1A The body cap keeps the mirror viewfinder screen and low pass filter free of dust when a lens is not in place Stereo Microphone ME 1 1 65 Connect the ME 1 to the my camera microphone jack to record stereo sound
46. ion sess 130 Exposure delay mode nesses 293 Exposure differentials 178 Exposure indicato eessssersse 123 Exposure lock ussssessssesessesssessessseesesssees 128 Exposure METEIS ccececscscsseseees 42 291 Exposure MOO ccecescsseetcseesteneees 117 Exposure program s sssssssssssssessssessees 411 Extended menu banks sesser 270 External microphone 65 70 389 Eye Fi upload essees 339 F Face priority AF esseesessecssecsessecssscsessecssee 49 File information sssssssssssssssessssssesssssese 223 File avelagil pie ieiunia 273 File number Sequence 294 Filter CffEctS sccscccssssssssscnssnsoneseneeneene 348 Filter effects Set Picture Control 166 167 Fine tune optimal exposure ss 290 Firmware version ceceeceseesseeeeeeseees 340 FISHIO VE va aaia 358 Flashers 181 188 190 380 381 Flash White balance wwe 145 Flash bracketing wu 132 307 308 Flash cntrl for built in flash 301 Flash compensation sses 188 Flash MOdE ssesssessessessssssessessossssssesserssesss 183 Flash only Auto bracketing set 132 307 Flash pop up button nce 181 FLASH FANGE uc cessescecsscscseecececceteecetcecensees 187 Flash shutter speed 184 300 Flash sync speed nesses 299 300 413 Flash sync terminal 380 Flash ready indicator 9 181 191 305 384 428 Flexible Program seses 118 Flicker reduction esessssssesssesresreesrese 329 Fluorescent White balance 145 F NUMBDET eseese 121 374 Focal length
47. ish areas appears in photos To reduce randomly spaced bright pixels fog or lines choose lower ISO sensitivity or use high ISO noise reduction C1 109 277 To reduce bright spots randomly spaced bright pixels or fog at shutter speeds slower than 1 s or to reduce reddish areas and other artifacts in long time exposures enable long exposure noise reduction C4 277 Turn Active D Lighting off to avoid heightening the effects of noise CA T75 Photos are blotched or smeared Clean lens Clean low pass filter C4 394 Colors are unnatural Adjust white balance to match light source M 145 e Adjust Set Cre Control settings a 163 kimnen ententan Repa EERTE EESTE EESTE EEEE pa TETEE TEETE EESTE EES ogg GG CECE CEE TEETAN a a teenage eet cE EEE EEE aa RNA eaten ogee HENAN teeter hg EMERGE seen gett AUTEN gat est Image can not be selected as source for preset white balance Image was not created with D800 M 158 e a a a a a a a a manannanin anni nninnininnn nnn anin ann nnn nin nnn nnn nnn nnn niin nin nnn ninninninninirninininirninininnenirnininnirninirneeaneeaeea White balance bracketing unavailable NEF RAW or NEF JPEG image quality option selected for image quality a 84 e Multiple exposure mode is in effect H 195 Effects of Picture Control differ from image to image A auto is selected for sharpening contrast or saturation For consistent results over a series of photographs choose a
48. lable with 24 105 mm AF lenses however autofocus is available only with the focus points shown at right B 700 AF assist illumination is anaana eapeoseas available with 24 135 mm AF eeo a ian apeesa eer lenses however autofocus is 54 27 mm 128 135 mm available only with the focus points shown at right Be gag et tO AOC ee gee en WOT Pegh 24 34 mm 35 49 mm 50 105 mm In exposure mode F the maximum aperture minimum f number is limited according to ISO sensitivity as shown below eee ee eee ee ee eee ee ee ee tte ees eee rite ttt Teter ttt ett tr Teint ttt U UA U UA UA UA et ets ee Te eat te Tee rete Ss Sere Teens rst AEN Terry Maximum aperture at ISO equivalent of If the maximum aperture of the lens is smaller than given above the maximum value for aperture will be the maximum aperture of the lens 385 Flash Control Mode The information display shows the flash control mode for optional flash units as follows Non TTL a flash a eS SS SH OE EEUU EES NUE LMU Eye IU Distance priority manual Repeating flash Advanced wireless lighting M Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon flash units Negative voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash Before using a Nikon flash unit not listed in this section contact a Nikon authorized
49. lash at full power divide the Guide Number by the aperture For example at ISO 100 the SB 800 has a Guide Number of 38 m or 125 ft 35mm zoom head position its range at an aperture of f 5 6 is 38 5 6 or about 6 8 meters or in feet 125 5 6 approximately 23 ft 7 in For each twofold increase in ISO sensitivity multiply the Guide Number by the square root of two approximately 1 4 The following features are available with CLS compatible flash units i TTL balanced fi i i TTL_ flashfordigital WV O A O HY HY Yy HY HY Y SLR AA Autoapertwe VW Tw wry A NontiLato vi w gt T gt GN Distance priority Pee sca ll ca ee eee ee ce ER manual M Manual Y Yy o Yy Ww HY HY vi vi Y g RPT Repeatingflash YV 2i v L v v v Auto FP High Speed Syn Y vY HY vY Y Y Hi HY wo l FV lock Y Y Yo Yy Yy Y HY HY HY yy AF assist be eae ORTA eee a ee ree ee ee ee ee Flash Color Information PV PN iF eH ETAETA wee Ve ee E Communication REAR Rear curtainsync Y YW HY HY HY HY HY HY Y yg Red eye eyereduction MW W vl viv vyv eH Power zoom Y Yo Yy yY yY 1 Only available when SU 800 is used to control other flash units The SU 800 itself is not equipped with a flash Standard i TTL flash for digital SLR is used with spot metering or when
50. mation s s s 185 LENS FOCUS FING eesesseeseeneees 24 55 101 Lens MOUNT eessssesesssssssssssssssssesssessssessss 4 25 Live VIEW sesssssessssesrssssssesns 45 57 59 69 Live view photography nsss 45 Live view Selectors 45 59 LO AEE AE A otal 110 Lock mirror up for cleaning ess 398 Long exposure NR sesssssssessesssssssesses 277 Lossless compressed Type sess 86 M M Manual focus ccc 101 M MeECIUM uuu ec ccccccccceeeeceeeee 68 87 Magnifying eyepiece ccs 388 Manage Picture Control 169 Manual Exposure mode 122 Manual flash s sesssesessesessossesessssssesessese 301 Manual focus neseser 55 101 Matrik se scacct varices unene naaa 115 Max continuous release 293 Maximum aperture oe 102 212 Maximum sensitivity T12 DABS 2 sictecceircscacttlocnatewsceeeandcte 297 298 Memory buffer sesser 40 105 Memory card wee 29 32 326 434 Memory card Capacity 436 Meteri sack iicittdienbiaiennacien 115 Microphone 3 65 70 Miniature effect wc 361 Minimum aperture sses 25 117 Minimum shutter speed nesses 2 Mired accuser hecsiasnstschck Gsatdecst ts leccmsseiacrme 150 MIO St eieclihecsprescenies Maen Gee eit 108 398 Mro UD areeni 108 398 Mirror UP MOd seseeeseessses 104 108 Modeling flash nesses 117 301 307 Monitor 10 43 45 219 326 Monitor COVED o cccccccssccsscsecsseesssesseeees 14 Monitor off delay 292 Monitor pre flash oc 185 301 MONOCHrOM EC ceccccscscscsesescsssesescsssesees 347 Mo
51. maximum aperture of f 1 4 and minimum aperture of f 16 e g AF 50mm f 1 4D Aperture 122 boa ee fom M i 132 VARA AAA A E 30 15 8 4 2 1 2 4 8 15 GO 60 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 Shutter speed The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensitivity the above graph assumes an ISO sensitivity of ISO 100 equivalent When matrix metering is used values over 16 3 EV are reduced to 16 1 3 EV 411 412 If the camera fails to function as expected check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative adjustment lenses 4135 388 Viewfinder is dark Insert a fully charged battery 21 19 37 Displays turn off without warning Choose longer delays for Custom Setting c2 Auto meter off delay or c4 Monitor off delay 1 291 292 Displays in control panel or viewfinder are unresponsive and dim The response times and brightness of these displays vary with temperature If the Camera Stops Responding In extremely rare instances the displays may not respond as expected and the camera may stop functioning In most cases this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge Turn the camera off remove and replace the battery taking care to avoid burns and turn the camera on again or if you are using an AC adapter available separately disconnect and reconnect the adapter and turn the camera on again If th
52. n 29 234 340 29 239 34 This card is not formatted Format the card Failed to update flash unit firmware Flash cannot be used Contact a Nikon authorized service representative Unable to start live view Please wait Folder contains no images All images are hidden blinks Memory card has not been formatted for use in camera Firmware for flash unit mounted on camera was not updated correctly The internal temperature of the camera is high No images on memory cardorin folder s selected for playback All photos in current folder are hidden Format memory card orinsert new memory card Contact a Nikon authorized service representative Wait for the internal circuits to cool before resuming live view or movie recording Select folder containing images from Playback folder menu or insert memory card containing images No images can be played back until another folder has been selected or Hide image used to allow at least one image to be displayed 29 32 326 56 69 29 260 260 P E E VEEE A S 421 2 a PIOUS NH I PSN UV OAS YEAS SSIS USS ASQUITH SH ILS new ee at en e e ETETETT Pe Control Monitor ga panel Cannot display this file Cannot select this file Check printer Check paper Paper jam Out of paper Check ink supply Out of ink
53. ng may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used SD ecards SDHC cards ooo SDXC cards SanDisk 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64GB Toshiba 4GB 6 GB 8 GB 12GB o n 2 p e GB 8 GB 48 GB 64GB panasonic 3 Ge 16 GB 24 GB 32 GB LexarMedia 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB Platinum tt 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB Professional J Full HD Video 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 1 Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be used support 2 GB cards 2 Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be used are SDHC compliant The camera supports UHS 1 3 Check that any card readers or other devices with Se SDP which the card will be used are SDXC compliant The JEC AC I camera supports UHS 1 EE CompactFlash Memory Cards The following Type CompactFlash memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera Type Il cards and microdrives can not be used eH NH ea aaa Extreme Pro SDCFXP Extreme SDCFX ExtremelV SDC Extremelll SDCFX3 Ultra Id SDCFH Standard SDCFB COX Professional UDMA 400 x Sey 300 x Lexar 233 x Media Professional 133 x ae ON 80 x aah eae 80x vn Platinum Il T Re ee ANYANA EAN NAYON VATAN VAYAN TALAAN NONATO TANANAN 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB pmnan aaaa 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB maaa 2 GB 4 G
54. nochrome Set Picture Control 163 Mounting INdE X sesssssssesessessessssress 3 25 Movie live view s es 59 321 324 Movie settings s sssssssssessssssssrssssessessesesse 70 Movie record button nesses 61 MOVIE Soeistiiciiiuriiiuririairiiiviiirneiiaiia 59 Multi selector sssnecsess 16 310 Multiple EXPOSUfE essere 195 Multi selector center button 309 My MENU raaniiiinariiieaneinni 366 N NER imeandaa 84 85 86 NEF RAW 84 85 86 353 NEF RAW bit depth wn ee 86 NEF RAW processing wns 353 NEF RAW recording wn 86 Neutral Set Picture Control wu 163 Nikon Transfer 2 ccccccccsesssscseeeees 239 No of copies PictBridge Setup menu 249 Noise reduction nesses 277 Non CPU lens cece 212 371 Normal area AF essesssssssssesesssesesessssssesess 49 Number of focus points seess 285 0 Optimal quality JPEG compression 86 Optional flash ccccccecseeeetesneees 380 OverflOW sssesssessessessssssessesssssssssesesessessee 89 Overview data ssessssessessessssssessessess 230 P PIGE SIZE ie aR 249 Perspective control sesser 360 Photo info eesse 222 261 PictBidgEnmonuonronerodraor 247 433 Picture Control Utility 172 Picture Controls ussssssssssssssssssessesss 163 Pict re S126 vmasinanaieanuaa 378 Play BGK scctittaivenacanties 43 219 Playback display options sesse 261 Playback folder ssesssssssessssesessssessssssses 260 Playback information seses 222 261 Playback Menu ssssssssesssssssesessssesessessee 2
55. ocus an or 51 point dynamic area AF tae ee D racki M area AF n Focus can be locked by pressing shutter release button AE L halfway single servo AF or by pressing at AE L AF L mpna aaneen er putton Manual pop up with button release and a Guide lt gt Number of 12 39 12 39 with manual flash m ft ISO 100 20 C 68 F oT i TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 91K 91 000 pixels is available with built in flash and SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 SB 700 B 600 or SB 400 i TTL balanced fill flash for digital si SLR is used with matrix and center weig hted metering uilt in flash lt Front curtain sync slow sync rear curtain sync red eye _ reduction red eye reduction with slow sync slow rear Lights when built in flash or optional flash unit is fully Ra blinks for 3 s after flash is fired at full output 1SO 518 hot shoe with sync and data contacts and _safety lock flash SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 or SB 700 as a master flash and SB 600 or SB R200 as remotes or SU 800 as a commander built in flash can serve as master flash in commander mode Auto FP High Speed Sync and modeling illumination supported with all CLS compatible flash units except SB 400 Flash Color a Information Communication and FV lock supported with all CLS compatible flash units
56. osecsseocsseesssee 348 Custom setting bank neseser 280 Custom Settings ssssssesssserssessesessesseess 278 Customize command dials sss 317 Cyanotype Monochrome sss 347 D Date and time 27 329 Date format eesse 28 329 Daylight saving time 27 329 BG eRe ae enone aa 274 433 Default settings wc 193 405 BD caf Gan 44 234 Delete all IMages secseseceeseseeees 236 Delete current IMAGE ee 44 234 Deleting selected photograph s 236 Depth of field oo 117 120 Depth of field preview button 63 117 315 322 Destination Movie settings 70 Digital Print Order Format DPOF 251 254 433 DiC Stel usunnaunnn innan 35 388 Direct sunlight White balance 145 Distortion CONTIOL ec ceseeeeeeeees 358 PELONING sunan 344 DPOF enaa anai 251 254 433 DPOF print Order ssesssessssessssssessesssses 254 Dust off ref ph otO ssssssssssssssssersesssse 327 DX 24 X 16 1 5 Xaus 67 80 DX FOIA aicsscdescesvcss veesceceses doscedsdetasssteetss 80 DX based movie format wu 68 Dynamic area AF wccccscscecessececseceseees 93 95 E Easy exposure compensation 288 Edit MOVIE ccccccccccccsscccecssccceccesscecces 74 341 Electronic rangefinder 102 EMA iecacciieetenctie eit eee 245 387 EV steps for exposure cntrl usss 287 Sed Mente vor an te ace tener 274 433 Exp flash comp step value 287 ExpDosure 115 117 128 130 132 Exposure bracketing 132 307 308 Exposure compensat
57. perature of the battery may rise while the battery is in use Attempting to charge the battery while the internal temperature is elevated will impair battery performance and the battery may not charge or charge only partially Wait for the battery to cool before charging Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair battery performance A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery retains its charge when used at room temperature indicates that it requires replacement Purchase a new EN EL15 battery Charge the battery before use When taking photographs on important occasions ready a spare EN EL15 battery and keep it fully charged Depending on your location it may be difficult to purchase replacement batteries on short notice Note that on cold days the capacity of batteries tends to decrease Be sure the battery is fully charged before taking photographs outside in cold weather Keep a spare battery in a warm place and exchange the two as necessary Once warmed a cold battery may recover some of its charge Used batteries are a valuable resource recycle in accord with local regulations 404 The default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below For information on two button reset see page 193 a Playback Menu Defaults BSI NNN SRE Image review C4 765 After delete C1 266 Rotate tall Q 266 Slide show C4 267 Image type C1 267
58. proximately 1 2 x for greater precision when framing The DK 17M is equipped with a safety lock Eyepiece Magnifier DG 2 The DG 2 magnifies the scene at the center of the viewfinder for more accurate focus DK 18 eyepiece adapter available separately required Eyepiece Adapter DK 18 The DK 18 is used when attaching the DG 2 magnifier or DR 3 right angle viewing attachment to the D800 Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK 14 Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK 17A These viewfinder eyepieces prevent fogging in humid or cold conditions The DK 17A is equipped with a safety lock Right Angle Viewing Attachment DR 5 Right Angle Viewing Attachment DR 4 The DR 5 and DR 4 attach to the viewfinder eyepiece at aright angle allowing the image in the viewfinder to be viewed from above when the camera is in the horizontal shooting position The DR 5 supports diopter adjustment and can also magnify the view through the viewfinder by 2 x for greater precision when framing note that the edges of the frame will not be visible when the view is magnified BEES EE A os Filters intended for special effects photography may interfere with autofocus or the electronic rangefinder e The D800 can not be used with linear polarizing filters Use the C PL or C PLII circular polarizing filter instead e Use NC filters to protect the lens zoi e To prevent ghosting use of a filter is not recommended when the subject is framed against a bright light or when lt a br
59. r can be removed with a blower Stains can be removed by wiping lightly with a soft cloth or chamois leather Should the monitor break care should be taken to avoid injury from broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes and mouth Replace the monitor cover when transporting the camera or leaving it unattended Batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled Observe the following precautions when handling batteries Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat Keep the battery terminals clean Turn the product off before replacing the battery Remove the battery from the camera or charger when not in use and replace the terminal cover These devices draw minute amounts of charge even when off and could draw the battery down to the point that it will no longer function If the battery will not be used for some time insert itin the camera and run it flat before removing it from the camera for storage The battery should be stored in a cool location with an ambient temperature of 15 to 25 C 59 to 77 F avoid hot or extremely cold locations Repeat this process at least once every six months 403 Turning the camera on or off repeatedly when the battery is fully discharged will shorten battery life Batteries that have been fully discharged must be charged before use The internal tem
60. raphs to be output directly to a printer without first transferring them to a computer HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface is a standard for multimedia interfaces used in consumer electronics and AV devices capable of transmitting audiovisual data and control signals to HDMI compliant devices via a single cable connection Trademark Information Macintosh Mac OS and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Inc in the United States and or other countries Microsoft Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries The SD SDHC and SDXC logos are trademarks of the SD 3C LLC CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation HDMI the He THE logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC PictBridge is a trademark All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders The camera accepts the SD and CompactFlash memory cards listed in the following sections Other cards have not been tested For more details on the cards listed below please contact the manufacturer EE SD Memory Cards The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recommended for movie recording Recordi
61. s Filter The image sensor that acts as the camera s picture element is fitted with a low pass filter to prevent moir If you suspect that dirt or dust on the filter is appearing in photographs you can clean the filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu The filter can be cleaned at any time using the Clean now option or cleaning can be performed automatically when the camera is turned on or off HE Clean Now 1 Place the camera base down Image sensor cleaning is most effective when the camera is placed base down as shown at right 2 Select Clean image _ SETUP MENU zo Format memory card sensor in the setup i s Monitor brightness O FA Clean imaga sansor menu Lock mirror up for cleaning mage Dust Off ref photo f HDMI Press MENU to display the Flicker reduction Time zone and date menus Highlight Clean image sensor in the setup menu and press P 3 Select Clean now sy Clean image sensor Highlight Clean now and press 6 The camera will check the image sensor and then begin cleaning This process takes about ten seconds during this time au 54 is displayed in the control panel and other operations can not be performed Do not remove or disconnect the power source until cleaning is complete and du SY is no longer displayed button HE Clean at Startup Shutdown Choose from the following options EEE E rere eg eS Y
62. s smaller than the 35mm format angle of view while the 1 2x 30x 20 angle of view is about 1 2 times smaller and the 5 4 30x24 angle of view is about 1 1 times smaller To calculate the focal length of lenses in 35mm format when DX 24x 16 is selected multiply the focal length of the lens by about 1 5 by about 1 2 when is 1 2x 30x20 selected or by about 1 1 when 5 4 30x24 is selected for example the effective focal length of a 50mm lens in 35mm format would be 75 mm when DX 24x 16 is selected 60 mm when 1 2x 30x 20 is selected or 55 mm when 5 4 30x24 is selected Optional Flash Units The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System CLS and can be used with CLS compatible flash units Optional flash units can be attached directly to the camera accessory shoe as described below The accessory shoe is equipped with a safety lock for flash units with a locking pin 1 Remove the accessory shoe cover 2 Mount the flash unit on the accessory shoe See the manual provided with the flash unit for details The built in flash will not fire when an optional flash unit is attached The Sync Terminal Async cable can be connected to the sync terminal as required Donotconnectanother flash unit via a sync cable when performing rear curtain sync flash photography with a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe The Nikon Creative Lighting System CLS Nikon s advance
63. service representative for more information 386 At the time of writing the following accessories were available for the D800 Power sources Other Accessories LEI LENON 0090900909090900 9090909090909090 90 9090909090909090 9090909090909090 9090909090909090 90990 a099 9090 9990900909090 9090989098098989 by YY YY YY PHY RV I MAMAN LAELIA i oe Rechargeable Li ion Battery EN EL15 21 19 21 Additional EN EL15 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon service representatives These batteries can be recharged using an MH 25 battery charger Battery Charger MH 25 A 19 The MH 25 can be used to recharge EN EL15 batteries Multi Power Battery Pack MB D12 The MB D12 is equipped with a shutter release button AF ON button multi selector and main and sub command dials for improved operation when taking photographs in portrait tall orientation When attaching the MB D12 remove the camera MB D12 contact cover A BL 5 battery chamber cover and an MH 26 battery charger are required when using EN EL18 batteries Power Connector EP 5B AC Adapter EH 5b These accessories can be used to power the camera for extended periods EH 5a and EH 5 AC adapters can also be used A power connector EP 5B is required to connect the camera to the EH 5b EH 5a or EH 5 see page 391 for details Note that when the camera is used with an MB D12 the EP 5B must be inserted into the MB D12 not th
64. seses 212 378 379 Focal length scale wc ccsseseeeeeeenees 24 Focal length scale index cee 24 Focal plane Mark 102 FOCUS jasidicitieocianinde taal 91 102 Focus indicator vce 40 98 102 Focus TOK csi csiccicceiececdivestit ceisces Geccnesesvensees 98 FOCUS mode wee 48 91 281 282 Focus mode Switch vce 24 25 FOCUS point seses 49 93 96 285 Focus point wrap around nsss 284 Focus tracking sesser 92 283 Focus tracking with lock on 283 FOCUSING SCreen sesssecsserssesscssesecssecsseses 424 Focus mode selector 48 91 101 PORIM At sieeve coin enaa 32 326 Format memory Carden 326 Frame interval Slide show 267 Frame rate woccccccccceeeeseeees Framing grid ssssssssesssrsesssssseessssss Front curtain Sync essessesssesssssssssessesses Full frame playback EV OCK iseni annant 190 FX 36 X 24 1 0 Xuussessssssessessessssssessresse 80 FX FOPMAt ccccccccccscssssscossscssssesestsessscers 67 80 FX based movie format 67 68 G GPRS E AAA 215 229 GPS Gate siisncduurinieciumzancuneni 229 GP SUN iti ieesactite cannmnctnciiaanen 215 Green intensifier oc seseseeeeeees 348 H FU ZOG A E E E RE 429 ADM reer et tapes verre ree er 256 433 HDMI mini pin connector 3 256 Head Phone cccccccsssscesecscecseeeteasesceeees 65 Helana 15 18 aE EAEE AEAEE TEIE 110 Hide imagE arcana 260 High definition essesesssesssssseree 256 433 High Dynamic Range HDR 176 HomM SONR aranan 277 Hon hoN S cccszsc
65. store the camera case ina plastic bag as this may cause the material to deteriorate Note that desiccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals To prevent mold or mildew take the camera out of storage at least once a month Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away Store the battery in a cool dry place Replace the terminal cover before putting the battery away Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry To prevent an accidental interruption of power avoid carrying the product from one location to another while the AC adapter is connected Notes on the monitor The monitor is constructed with extremely high precision at least 99 99 of pixels are effective with no more than 0 01 being missing or defective Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit white red blue or green or always off black this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light Do not apply pressure to the monitor as this could cause damage or malfunction Dust or lint on the monito
66. te Seco acecesa 166 Save selected frame veces 74 77 Save load SettingS snes 335 Screen tips accu dinner crete 295 SD memory Card 30 326 434 Secondary slot FUNCTION esses 89 Selective color esssssssssssssssssesesisesseseses 362 Self tiME ssr 103 106 291 Sensitivity eeeesesesssesserssessses 109 111 Sepia Monochrome sesser 347 Set Picture Control uci 163 SetUp Men Ui ative imimontaaien 325 Shade White balance oc 145 Sharpening sesssssessssessessssrsessssesssssseessss 166 Shooting data esses 227 SHOOTING MENU sssssesssessesssssrrsssessesssn 268 Shooting menu bank uses 269 Shutter speed wee 119 122 126 Shutter speed lock wo eseeeseeseneee 126 Shutter priority auto essees 119 Shutter release button 40 41 98 128 290 324 Shutter release button AE L 290 Side by side comparison 364 Single frame ees isa tees eae os 103 Single point AF ssssssssssssssssscssesssseees 93 95 Single servo AF wc 48 91 282 SIZE set teeta etait 68 87 346 Size priority JPEG compression 86 Skyla Pteni natai 348 Slide SHOW sesssessssssessssecssssssssssseceseeessssee 267 SIGE risd a alana 29 Slot empty release lock 318 Slot selection wu 159 221 342 STOW SYNE alan oecenvecies 183 SMOOT ecsscsesctasseedeecsthesseececesiecacenvecves 178 S Ei i RAINE AAEE ERETTA 348 Speedlights esssessssssessesessesssesssssss 181 380 SSDO Uo asvisedcosedicssctetetelelsveteccd teictesedenteseteetst 115 SRGB Color Space ccccccccececseseeeesnee
67. then taken in succession and monitor turned on for five seconds and then turned off cycle repeated once exposure meters have turned off 439 The following can reduce battery life Using the monitor Keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway e Repeated autofocus operations Taking NEF RAW or TIFF RGB photographs Slow shutter speeds Using an optional WT 4 wireless transmitter Using the optional GP 1 GPS unit Using VR vibration reduction mode with VR lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN EL15 batteries Keep the battery contacts clean Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance Use batteries immediately after charging Batteries will lose their charge if left unused Symbols P Programmed auto wee 118 5 Shutter priority auto sesse 119 A Aperture priority auto 120 Fi Manal occuacausunteuacananed 122 Snn na a aa aaa 103 E EEE AAEE TE ES 103 293 Hoanne ane a AAR 103 E is sistetics cilisriatsncticatnnnius 103 Self timer woes 103 106 MUP aaan dann Ran 104 108 3 Single point AF wees 93 ta Dynamic area AF wees 93 fmm AUto area AF sesser 94 Face priority AF sesser 49 w Wide area AF nesses 49 Normal area AF s ess cscsseseeceee 49 Subject tracking AF sesse 49 OTE 1 FS 7 bar eS 115 Center weighted 115 289 PE TS IOOU aise deaveecrasesetetrtecesererceccisrti

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