Nikon F6 35mm SLR Camera
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1. 35 15 LR6 AA size alkaline with MB 40 55 4 R6 AA size Ni MH with MB 40 55 50 R6 AA size lithium with MB 40 95 70 Rechargeable Li ion EN EL4 with MB 40 65 50 Duration of Long Time Bulb exposure Approx Battery Temperature 20 C 68 F 10 C 14 F CR123A 3V lithium 5 hours 3 hours LR6 AA size alkaline with MB 40 6 hours 1 5 hours R6 AA size Ni MH with MB 40 5 hours 4 hours FR6 AA size lithium with MB 40 8 5 hours 7 hours Rechargeable Li ion EN EL4 with MB 40 7 hours 6 hours Tripod socket 1 4 ISO1222 NIKON CORPORATION Nikon F6 September 2004 Custom Settings 41 Custom Settings are available Two Button Reset Pressing the MENU and INFO buttons simultaneously and holding them for more than 2 seconds resets various settings to their original default settings with some exceptions Dimensions W x H x D Approx 157 x 119 x 78 5mm 6 2 x 4 7 x 3 1 in Weight without batteries Approx 975g 34 4 oz All specifications apply when fresh batteries are used at normal temperature 20 C 68 F under test conditions established by Nikon Specifications and design are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer 92. aluminum alloy die cast chassis magnesium alloy front body and covers top bottom aluminum alloy back body and camera back strategically placed rubber surfaces an easy to grip texture and a self diagnostic shutter that has undergone testing to assure accurate release up to and beyond 150 000 cycles even in the most extreme environmental conditions The F6 embodies the strength rigidity and durability to perform wherever and whenever photographers need it Furthermore the F6 offers a variety of exciting innovative control options such as a customizable function button built in data back functions and shooting data memory You can also enjoy the convenience and versatility afforded by 41 Custom Settings which allow you to fine tune the F6 to suit your individual shooting preferences and requirements The new flagship film SLR also boasts a number of dedicated accessories These include the Multi Power Battery Pack MB 40 interchangeable focusing screens seven types Data Reader MV 1 and camera cases NIKON CORPORATION Nikon F6 September 2004 Nikon F6 Feature Highlights High precision shutter unit No shutter unit in any other camera comes close to matching the precision of the F6 s assembly Created from cutting edge materials DuPont KEVLAR and a special aluminum alloy the blades of the shutter unit offer unparalleled reliability and are extremely lightweight for lightning quick movement For enhanced accuracy
3. with built in motor three modes available S One frame advance CL Continuous low speed shooting CH Continuous high speed shooting CS Continuous silent low speed shooting 6 NIKON CORPORATION Nikon F6 September 2004 Film advance speed With Continuous Servo AF C Manual exposure mode shutter speed of 1 250s or faster 36 exposure film CR123A type lithium batteries AA size alkaline manganese or Rechargeable Li ion Battery EN EL4 in Multi Power Battery Pack MB 40 CL Approx 2 fps 4 fps CH Approx 5 5 fps 8 fps CS Approx 1 fps 2 fps Film rewind Choice of automatic or manual automatically rewinds at the end of film roll or when two film rewind buttons are pressed Rewind speed with 36 exposure film Approx 7 seconds 12 seconds in CS mode Multiple exposure Activated via shooting menu Interval timer Activated via shooting menu Top LCD panel information Shutter speed lock sync speed shutter speed aperture stop aperture lock aperture Auto Exposure Bracketing exposure mode Flexible Program exposure compensation electronic analog exposure display battery power exposure compensation value Auto Exposure Bracketing status frame counter Rear LCD panel information Shooting display Normal detailed full display Shooting data display film data frame data Menu display Custom Setting menu set up menu shooting menu Non CPU lens language Data imprint Activated via shooting menu in frame b
4. NIKON CORPORATION Nikon F6 September 2004 Nikon F6 The flagship film SLR camera that seamlessly blends cutting edge technologies and uncompromising craftsmanship Tokyo Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the F6 the latest of the legendary F series cameras The F6 is the sixth in the F series lineup inaugurated with the Nikon F in 1959 The series evolved gradually with the original Nikon F being followed by the F2 1971 F3 1980 F4 1988 and the critically acclaimed F5 in 1996 Each of these cameras inherits select elements from its predecessors including the legendary Nikon F mount while offering the latest innovations to meet the increasingly diversified needs of professional photographers A great number of Nikon F series cameras and Nikkor lenses are being put to the test day after day in various locations around the world years even decades after their initial launch The new Nikon F6 promises to uphold Nikon s tradition of innovation and enduring value The F6 includes the latest Nikon advances such as the 11 area AF system for exceptionally high speed autofocus operation with outstanding accuracy and the Creative Lighting System for incomparable flash photography And Nikon s proprietary 3D Color Matrix Metering system has been refined for improved accuracy in scene reading As you d expect the F6 satisfies the uncompromising standards of reliability that professionals command An
5. cessary shutter locks and rear LCD indications disappear Number of film rolls per set of fresh batteries Approx Usable number of 36 exposure film rolls per set of fresh batteries Approx The usable number of film rolls was tested under the following conditions by Nikon Test 1 Using an AF S VR 24 120mm f 3 5 5 6G IF ED lens Vibration Reduction function on in Continuous Servo AF with film advance mode at S and shutter speed of 1 250 second After lightly pressing the shutter release button for 8 seconds autofocus operation covers the full range from infinity to the closest distance and back to infinity 0 before each shot After the exposure meter automatically turns off the same operation follows for the next shot Battery Temperature 20 C 68 F 10 C 14 F CR123A 3V lithium 15 6 LR6 AA size alkaline with MB 40 10 1 R6 AA size Ni MH with MB 40 30 30 FR6 AA size lithium with MB 40 45 35 Rechargeable Li ion EN EL4 with MB 40 35 25 Test 2 Using an AF S VR 70 200mm f 2 8G IF ED lens Vibration Reduction function on in Continuous Servo AF with film advance mode at CH and shutter speed of 1 250 second After lightly pressing the shutter release button for 3 seconds autofocus operation covers the full range from infinity to the closest distance and back to infinity three times before each shot The same operation follows for the next shot Battery Temperature 20 C 68 F 10 C 14 F CR123A 3V lithium
6. etween frame and 0 frame imprint possible film speed range ISO 50 3200 DX Internal clock Built in clock 24 hour leap year adjustment until 2099 Camera back Hinged back film confirmation window AF area mode selector multi selector MENU button film speed ISO button flash sync mode button INFO button rear LCD panel built in data imprint unit Shooting data Recordable number of film rolls 36 exposures Approx 57 rolls in basic shooting data 13 items Approx 31 rolls in detailed shooting data 21 items 10 pin remote terminal Equipped Power source Battery holder MS 41 provided two 3V lithium batteries optional Multi Power Battery Pack MB 40 and AA type battery holder MS 40 available for eight alkaline manganese lithium or Ni MH batteries or one Rechargeable Li ion Battery EN EL4 with optional Battery Chamber Cover BL 3 built in backup battery for internal clock Power switch Power ON OFF and LCD panel illuminator Exposure meter Auto meter shut off 8 seconds after power turned on if no operations are performed activated by lightly pressing shutter release button or pressing AF start button after power is turned on Battery power confirmation a for sufficient power L a indicates batteries are beginning to lose J NIKON CORPORATION Nikon F6 September 2004 power 4 indicates batteries are just about exhausted prepare fresh batteries blinking 1_4 indicates replacement of batteries is ne
7. mechanisms ensure quiet operation e Aluminum alloy die cast chassis magnesium alloy front body and covers top bottom aluminum alloy back body and camera back combine to optimize reliability oe NIKON CORPORATION Nikon F6 September 2004 e Enhanced resistance to rain and dust e Self diagnostic double bladed shutter tested to 150 000 cycles supported by Nikon s exclusive Shutter Monitor GIUGIARO Other important features e Four film advance modes Single S Continuous Low Speed CL for up to approx 2 frames per second fps Continuous High Speed CH for up to 5 5 fps or 8 fps with optional Multi Power Battery Pack MB 40 and Continuous Silent CS for nearly silent operation at approximately 1 fps e Electronically controlled depth of field preview function e Fast film rewind 9 seconds with 36 exp film roll e Manual film rewind e 41 Custom Settings e Nikon F mount e 10 pin remote terminal Dedicated Accessories e Interchangeable focusing screens e Multi Power Battery Pack MB 40 e Optional Data Reader MV 1 e Camera cases 4 NIKON CORPORATION Nikon F6 September 2004 Nikon F6 Specifications Type of camera Integral motor autofocus 35mm single lens reflex with electronically controlled focal plane shutter Exposure modes Programmed Auto Flexible Program possible Shutter Priority Auto Aperture Priority Auto and Manual Picture format 24 x 36mm standard 35mm film format Lens moun
8. r engineers considered countless situations for camera use then submitted the F6 to real life testing to virtually guarantee exceptional dependability wherever and whenever photographers shoot 2 NIKON CORPORATION Nikon F6 September 2004 Major Features Advanced Autofocus System e Multi CAM 2000 Autofocus AF Sensor Module The advanced high speed high precision 11 area AF system with 9 cross type AF sensors ensures quick response and sharp focus regardless of shooting conditions e Four AF Area Modes Single Area AF Dynamic AF with Focus Tracking and Lock on Closest Subject Priority Dynamic AF Group Dynamic AF Advanced Exposure Metering System e 3D Color Matrix Metering with improved algorithm e Flexible Center Weighted Metering e Spot Metering corresponds to the focus area selected Exposure Control e P S A M Flexible Program Exposure Compensation Auto Exposure Flash Bracketing e Shutter speeds up to 1 8 000 sec e Shutter speed and aperture control adjustable in 1 3 EV steps Built in Data Back functions e Customizable Function Button can be used to perform FV Lock AE L AF L Flash Cancel or Metering operation Creative Lighting System with SB 800 600 e i TTL Balanced Fill Flash e Advanced Wireless Lighting capability e AUTO FP High Speed Sync capability e FV Flash Value Lock e Slow Sync and Rear Curtain Sync Stylish High durability Design e Exterior design by Giorgetto GIUGIARO e Floating
9. t Nikon F mount with AF coupling AF contacts Lenses usable G or D type AF Nikkor except for DX and IX Nikkor All functions available PC Micro Nikkor 85mm f 2 8D All functions except autofocus and exposure modes other than Manual available without shifting and or tilting the lens AF Nikkor other than G D type except AF Nikkor for F3AF All functions except 3D Color Matrix Metering and i TTL flash control available AI P Nikkor All functions except 3D Color Matrix Metering i TTL flash control and autofocus available Non CPU Usable in Aperture Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode electronic rangefinder usable with lens having a maximum aperture of f 5 6 or faster Color Matrix Metering aperture value display etc usable with lens meeting specified criteria Viewfinder Fixed eye level pentaprism built in diopter adjustment 2 0 to 1m eyepiece shutter eyepiece DK 17 eyepiece lock available Eyepoint 18mm at 1 0m Focusing screen B type BriteView clear Matte screen II interchangeable with six other optional focusing screens Viewfinder frame coverage Approx 100 Finder magnification Approx 0 74x with 50mm lens set to infinity and 1 0m Viewfinder information Focus indications metering system AE lock FV lock exposure mode shutter speed lock sync speed shutter speed aperture stop aperture lock aperture multiple exposure battery level frame counter exposure compensation value electronic analog expos
10. ter speeds 30 to 1 8 000s 1 3 steps in S and M modes Bulb setting available in M mode Shutter speed can be prolonged to 30 minutes in M mode Accessory shoe ISO518 hot shoe contact digital data communication sync contact ready light contact TTL auto flash contact monitor contact GND safety lock provided Sync contact X contact only flash synchronization up to 1 250s up to 1 8 000s possible in AUTO FP High Speed Sync Flash control TTL flash control by combined five segment TTL Multi Sensor with single component IC and 1 005 pixel RGB sensor i TTL Balanced Fill Flash with SB 800 600 Film speed range in TTL auto flash ISO 25 1000 Flash syne modes Front curtain sync normal sync Red Eye Reduction Red Eye Reduction with Slow Sync Slow Sync Rear Curtain Sync Flash ready light Lights up when the compatible Nikon Speedlight attached is fully charged Blinks 3 seconds after flash for full output warning Sync terminal SO519 terminal lock screw provided Creative Lighting System Advanced Wireless Lighting AUTO FP High Speed Sync Modeling flash FV Lock and Wide Area AF Assist Illuminator available with SB 800 600 Speedlights Self timer Electronically controlled timer duration 10 seconds Depth of field preview button Press to stop down lens aperture Mirror lockup Set using film advance mode selector Film loading Film automatically advances to first frame when camera back is closed Film advance modes Automatic advance
11. the movement of the blades is carefully analyzed using a high speed video camera and computer simulations enabling unprecedented precision even at shutter speeds of up to 1 8 000 second DuPont and KEVLAR are trademarks and registered trademarks of DuPont or its affiliates Minimized operational sound and vibration Nikon engineers were so intent on subduing the camera s operational sounds that they used a professional audio room to properly gauge their quality and frequency The degree of vibration to which every part of the camera would be subjected was measured This meticulous approach has resulted in a camera comprised of parts that have been highly refined for absolute minimum vibration and frequency of movement attenuated to a level below that detectable by the human ear Highly efficient mechanics The development of the F6 marks the first time 3D computer movement analysis has ever been applied to an SLR This technique reveals the degree of power distributed to or generated by particular parts in specific directions This made it possible for us to optimize the mechanical operation of the camera with fewer parts leading to lower power consumption and higher durability Harsh environmental testing To ensure the camera could withstand the most severe conditions and environments the F6 has been subjected to rigorous testing The F6 s astonishing reliability is a function of our right material for the right place approach Ou
12. ure display exposure compensation bracketing ready light 11 sets of focus brackets Autofocus TTL phase detection Nikon Multi CAM2000 autofocus module Autofocus detection range Approx EV 1 to EV 19 ISO 100 at normal temperature Focus modes Single Servo AF Continuous Servo AF Manual Focus Tracking Automatically activated in Single Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF Focus area One or a group of 11 focus areas can be selected AF Area modes Single Area AF Dynamic AF Group Dynamic AF or Dynamic AF with Closest Subject Priority 5 NIKON CORPORATION BEE Nikon F6 September 2004 Focus lock Focus is locked by pressing AE AF L button or lightly pressing shutter release button in Single Servo AF Exposure metering Three built in exposure meters 3D Color Matrix Center Weighted and Spot Metering range ISO 100 f 1 4 lens EV 0 20 in 3D Color Matrix and Center Weighted EV 2 20 in Spot Exposure compensation With exposure compensation button 5 EV range in 1 3 1 2 or 1 steps Auto Exposure Bracketing Number of shots 2 7 compensation steps 1 3 1 2 2 3 or 1 EV steps Auto Exposure Lock Detected exposure value locked by pressing AE AF L button Film speed setting DX or Manual selectable manual setting has priority over DX detected film speed DX ISO 25 5000 Manual ISO 6 6400 in 1 3 steps Shutter Electronically controlled vertical travel focal plane shutter with built in Shutter Monitor Shut
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