DCS 600 Series Digital Cameras User’s Guide for DCS 600 Series Digital Cameras
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CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA. USE OF YOUR CAMERA INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THEM, PROMPTLY RETURN THE CAMERA, UNUSED, ALONG WITH THE ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS, IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING. WARRANTY KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 600 Series Cameras THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO EQUIPMENT PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES.
Limitations REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE IS KODAK’S ONLY OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY. Warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase. Please return the Warranty Registration card within 30 days of purchase. As a condition of warranty service, before sending in your equipment to a Kodak authorized service center for repair, you must first contact a Kodak representative for return authorization and instructions.
Outside the United States In countries other than the United States, warranty terms may be different. Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing by Kodak, no warranty or liability exists even though defect, damage or loss may be by negligence or other act of Kodak. How to obtain service In the United States, call 1-800-23-KODAK (1-800-235-6325). In Canada, call 1-800-GO-KODAK (1-800-465-6325). In other countries, call your nearest Kodak representative.
Product Support Options During the warranty period for the Kodak Professional DCS 600 Series digital camera, you are entitled to product support for both hardware and software, provided your camera is registered with the Eastman Kodak Company. You may register with Eastman Kodak via mail, fax, or through Kodak’s WWW (World Wide Web) site (http://www.kodak.com). Support is provided through a variety of options: 1 Technical support through the WWW site: (http://www.kodak.
5 Out-of-Warranty Support Options There will be a charge for call incidents if you wish to speak to a Kodak support representative. A call incident is defined as only those issues raised during the first telephone or email contact. Follow-up telephone calls by Kodak’s representative, and callbacks to Kodak’s Support Center to resolve the call incident will not be charged, provided a valid, active call number is provided. Calls to report bugs or anomalies will have any charges cancelled.
Table of Contents System Requirements for your Computer................................................ 1-2 Macintosh ........................................................................................ 1-2 Windows .......................................................................................... 1-2 Warnings .................................................................................................. 1-3 Important Safeguards and Precautions.................................................
Top Status LCD Panel ................................................................... 2-11 Back Status LCD Panel ................................................................. 2-12 Image LCD Panel .......................................................................... 2-12 Menu Bar .............................................................................. 2-12 Navigation Techniques ......................................................... 2-14 Status Bar ........................................
Sync Terminal ........................................................................................ 2-30 Self-Diagnostic Shutter System ............................................................. 2-31 Removing the Finder ..................................................................... 2-32 Attaching the Finder ...................................................................... 2-33 Changing Focusing Screens................................................................... 2-34 Camera Straps .
Configuring Your Camera ........................................... 4-1 Date and Time.......................................................................................... 4-1 Camera Properties.................................................................................... 4-3 Setting Display Off Time ................................................................ 4-3 Setting PowerSave Time ................................................................. 4-3 Enabling Sharpening ...................
The AC Adapter for Camera ........................................................... 7-5 Connecting the AC Adapter for Camera ................................ 7-5 Set the Date and Time ..................................................................... 7-7 Select a PC Card or Folder .............................................................. 7-7 Basic Shooting ......................................................................................... 7-8 Reviewing Images on Your Camera ................
Setting the Metering System ......................................................... 8-13 Exposure Mode ...................................................................................... 8-14 Programmed Auto Exposure Mode ...................................... 8-14 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode .................................. 8-15 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ............................... 8-15 Manual Exposure Mode ........................................................
Two-Button Reset .......................................................................... 10-8 ISO ......................................................................................................... 10-9 Choosing a Drive Mode .............................................................. 10-10 Single-Frame Shooting ....................................................... 10-11 Continuous Shooting .......................................................... 10-12 Using the Vertical Controls ...........
Creating a Natural-looking Stream of Light ....................... 11-15 Guide Numbers for Determining the Correct Aperture ....................... 11-17 Calculating the Correct Aperture ................................................ 11-17 Calculating the Shooting Distance .............................................. 11-17 Guide Number Table ................................................................... 11-17 Working with Images on the Camera ........................ 12-1 Image Review Mode .......
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ........................................ 13-4 Locking the Aperture ............................................................ 13-7 Manual Exposure Mode ................................................................ 13-8 Locking Shutter Speed/Aperture ........................................ 13-11 Different Procedures for Different Lenses ......................... 13-12 Flexible Program..................................................................................
Transmitting Data ...................................................... 15-1 Connecting a Device to the Serial Port .................................................. 15-1 Accessing Serial Port Options ............................................................... 15-2 Setting the Baud Rate .................................................................... 15-2 Serial In Mode ............................................................................... 15-3 Serial In Status ...........................
Other symptoms, causes and remedies: .................................................. B-3 Compatible Lenses.................................................................................. C-1 Manual Single Focal Length Lenses .............................................. C-1 Manual Zoom Lenses ..................................................................... C-5 Autofocus Single Focal Length Lenses .......................................... C-6 Autofocus Zoom Lenses ...............................
INSERT PHOTO HERE Important Information 1 ✔ Read the Warranty statement. ✔ Read the Software License Agreement. ✔ Verify that your camera package contains everything mentioned in the list of Package Contents. ✔ Verify that your Macintosh or PC meets the system requirements. ✔ Read the Warnings section. ✔ Review the Important Safeguards and Precautions. ✔ Send in the Warranty registration card.
System Requirements for your Computer The following sections list the required and optional computer hardware and software needed to run the DCS Host Software with Adobe Photoshop on the Macintosh, and TWAIN-compliant applications on the PC. Refer to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Host Software User’s Manual on the DCS Host Software CD included with your camera.
Warnings ✔ To prevent fire or shock hazard, use only the recommended accessories and attachments. ✔ Use extreme care when handling PC Cards, as they are easily damaged. If dropped, the PC Card may be destroyed, resulting in the loss of all data on the card. ✔ Do not remove a PC Card, battery, or AC adapter from the camera while the Card Present icon on the Back Status LCD panel or the Card Busy LED inside the Battery/PC Card door are blinking.
Important Safeguards and Precautions The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying your camera. ✔ Read Instructions—Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating your camera. ✔ Follow Instructions—Follow all operating and usage instructions. ✔ Controls—Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
✔ Object or Liquid Entry—Never push foreign objects of any kind into your camera openings. The objects could touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts and cause a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on your camera. ✔ Attachments—Do not use attachments that are not recommended. The use of such attachments may cause hazards and serious damage to your camera. ✔ Power Sources—Operate your camera only from the type of power source indicated on the name plate of the AC adapter.
✔ Humidity, Condensation—We recommend operating your camera within the range of 8% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing. If condensation occurs, added time may be required to read from or write to a PC Card. Condensation may be present if the camera system and/or PC Cards are moved from a relatively cold environment (like an air conditioned hotel room), into a warm, humid environment.
Electromagnetic Emissions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
INSERT PHOTO HERE About Your Camera 2 Your DCS 600 Series camera (an integration of Nikon and Kodak technologies) provides a rich set of features that allow you to capture images of the highest quality. The camera has been designed and built to meet the needs of demanding professionals, for sports, photojournalism, scientific, industrial, forensic and nearly every other professional use of photography, as well as high-quality personal photography.
Image Capture: ✔ DCS 620, 620x: 0.5 frame/second continuous frame rate with 3.5 frame/second burst for 12 images DCS 660, 660M: 0.15 frame/second continuous frame rate with 1.
Nomenclature Camera Front AF Area Mode button Exposure Mode (MODE) button Camera strap eyelet Exposure Compensation button Shutter Release button Sub-Command dial Depth-of-field Preview button Mirror Lockup lever White Balance sensor * Viewfinder Drive Mode/Self-timer selector Sync terminal Camera strap eyelet Self-timer LED Lens Release button Anti-aliasing or IR filter Focus Mode selector Product label 2 Vertical Shutter release ☛ An IR filter is included with the base camera kit.
Camera Back Viewfinder eyepiece Eyepiece Shutter lever Auto Exposure/ Autofocus Lock button Finder Release button AF Start (AF-ON) button Alert LED Main-Command dial Image LCD panel Microphone Display button Selector button Navigate switch Flash Sync Mode ( ) button Record/Tag button White Balance button Back Status LCD panel ( ISO )button Auto Exposure/ Flash Exposure Bracketing ( BKT ) button Shutter Speed/Aperture/ Focus Area Lock L button Label 2-4 Custom Setting Menu ( CSM ) button ISO BKT
Camera Top AF Area Mode button Power/LCD Panel Illumination switch Metering System selector lock release Metering System selector O FF Drive Mode selector lock release MODE ON Shutter Release button Power Switch lock release Exposure Compensation +/- button Drive Mode/Self Timer selector Accessory Shoe S CL Exposure Mode (MODE) button Top Status LCD panel Diopter Adjustment knob Camera Bottom 2 Your Camera Tripod mount Data plate label 2-5
Camera Sides Battery/PC Card door Battery/PC Card door latch IEEE 1394 cable port (cover not shown) Vertical shutter release lock AC Adapter connection (cover not shown) Vertical Shutter release 2-6 Camera strap eyelet
Open Battery/PC Card Door Battery Card Busy LED Serial port PC Card Eject button 2 Your Camera 2-7
Viewfinder 1 5 2 3 4 6 7 9 10 11 12 8 13 1. Focus area indicators 2. Exposure level (for waist-level finder DW-30 or 6x high-magnification finder DW-3i in manual exposure) 3. Reference circle for Center-weighted metering 14 15 16 9. Shutter speed lock indicator 10. Aperture lock indicator 11. Exposure mode 12. Exposure compensation 13. Metering system 4. Focus brackets/Spot metering 14. Shutter speed 5. Green Ready light 15. Aperture 6.
Navigate Switch The Navigate switch is a four-way rocker switch located on the back of the camera. It is accessible whether you are holding the camera horizontally or vertically.
Digital Function Buttons There are four buttons associated with your camera’s digital functions. You can access the digital functions when you use these buttons in conjunction with the Navigate switch. Display Button ✔ Press and release the button to turn the Image LCD panel On or Off. ✔ Press and hold the button and use the Navigate switch to scroll across the menu bar icons. Selector button ✔ Press and hold the button and use the Navigate switch to scroll through images or menu options.
LCD Panels O FF ON MODE LOCK LOCK + BKT LOCK + S ISO Top Status LCD panel SLOW REAR BKT CL CUSTOM AUTO Image LCD panel Back Status LCD panel ISO BKT L CSM Top Status LCD Panel LOCK LOCK Exposure mode Your Camera Shutter speed Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure bracketing 2 Aperture lock Shutter speed lock Aperture + + BKT LOCK Focus area lock Focus area/AF area mode Flexible program Exposure compensation Exposure compensation value 2-11
Back Status LCD Panel ISO/Bracketing information/ Custom Setting ISO Setting mode Flash sync mode Personal computer connection ISO SLOW REAR Bracketing bar graphs Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing White Balance Frame number BKT AUTO CUSTOM Custom setting Card present Microphone Battery level Frames remaining on PC Card Image LCD Panel The Image LCD panel has been designed for ease of use with maximized space for menu choices and image-related information.
When you select a Menu bar icon, the following screens appear: Icon Folder icon Function Displays the Folder dropdown menu. Dropdown Menu One PC Card: Two PC Cards: Menu icon Displays a dropdown menu with choices for the Main, Properties, and Custom Settings menus. Displays a dropdown menu with choices for Single, Four, and Nine Image Review mode.
Navigation Techniques Use the following guidelines when navigating the Image LCD panel To Display the Menu bar and select a Menu bar icon: Press and hold the Display button and use the Navigate switch until the desired icon is highlighted. To Display a Dropdown menu: Highlight the Folder, Menu, or Display icon, and continue pressing the Display button until the dropdown menu appears.
To Choose an item from a dropdown menu: Continue to press the Display button and use the Navigate switch until the desired menu choice is highlighted. To Choose an item from a menu screen: Press and hold the Selector button and use the Navigate switch to highlight your choice.
Status Bar A Status bar appears whenever images are displayed (Single, Four, or Nine Image Review mode). Information about the currently selected image appears on the Status bar: The currently active PC Card (if there are two cards in the camera) Two PC Cards The currently active folder Sound icon (if one or more sound files are associated with the selected image) One PC Card 2-16 Tag icon (if the selected image has been tagged).
Command Dials Your camera’s Main-Command dial and Sub-Command dial can be used alone or in combination with other buttons to select various functions or modes. Main-Command Dial Use the Main-Command dial by itself or with various buttons to perform the following: Rotating the Main-Command Dial by Itself ✔ Select the shutter speed in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode. Refer to “Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode” on page 13-1 or “Manual Exposure Mode” on page 13-8.
Rotating the Main-Command Dial While Pressing Buttons ✔ Select Exposure mode. Refer to “Exposure Mode” on page 8-14. ✔ Perform Exposure Compensation. Refer to “Exposure Compensation” on page 13-19. O FF ON MODE ✔ Select AF area mode. Refer to the “Selecting AF Area Mode” section on page 9-4. ✔ Select ISO. Refer to “ISO” on page 10-9. ✔ Select Flash Sync mode. Refer to “Flash Sync Mode” on page 11-13. ISO BKT L CSM ✔ Select the Custom Setting menu. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 13-32.
Sub-Command-Dial Use the Sub-Command dial by itself or with various buttons to perform the following: Rotating the Sub-Command Dial by itself ✔ Select the aperture in AperturePriority Auto or Manual exposure mode. Refer to “Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode” on page 13-4 or “Manual Exposure Mode” on page 8-16. MODE ☛ If you are using a non-CPU lens (without a microprocessor), you must set the aperture on the lens’ aperture ring.
Drive Mode/Self-Timer Selector This dual-purpose control allows you to select a Drive mode or set the self timer. When you select a Drive mode, you specify whether one or more images will be captured when you depress the Shutter Release button. To set a Drive mode: Press the lock release for the Drive mode selector and rotate the Drive mode/Self-timer selector.
Lens Refer to Appendix C for a list of lenses that are compatible with your camera. CAUTION: Only use lenses that are listed in Appendix C. Other lenses can potentially break your camera’s anti-aliasing or IR filter. Refer to “Anti-aliasing filter” on page 225. Mounting the Lens 1 Remove the camera body cap and the front and rear lens caps.
2 Position the lens in the camera’s bayonet mount so that the mounting indexes on the lens and camera body are aligned. Taking care not to press the lens release button, twist the lens counterclockwise until it locks in place. When mounting or removing a lens, make sure that the camera’s power is turned Off. Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture For Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto mode, use the minimum aperture lock lever to lock the lens aperture at f/16.
1 Set the lens to its minimum aperture (f/16). 2 Slide the lock lever in the direction of the aperture ring so that the white dot on the tab aligns with the orange dot. Slide the lock lever in the opposite direction to release the lock. ☛ Aperture setting operations are performed using the SubCommand dial. Do not move the lens aperture once it is set to its minimum aperture. ☛ The aperture can also be set 2-23 2 Your Camera with the lens aperture ring in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual Exposure mode.
Removing the Lens Press and hold the Lens Release button and turn the lens clockwise. ☛ If you don’t plan to mount a lens for a while, attach the supplied BF-1A body cap. (The BF-1 body cap cannot be used on your camera.
Imager The imager records light when you capture an image. The imager size and ISO varies, depending on your camera model. Camera Imager Size ISO DCS 620 2 million pixels 200 - 1600 DCS 620x 2 million pixels 400 - 4000 DCS 660 6 million pixels 80 - 200 DCS 660M 6 million pixels 320 - 800 Anti-aliasing filter The DCS 620, DCS 620x, and DCS 660 cameras each contain an anti-aliasing filter which improves overall image quality and helps reduce aliasing at certain focal distances.
Viewfinder Diopter You can compensate for near- or far-sightedness and see more clearly through the viewfinder by adjusting the finder diopter within a continuous range of from –3 to +1. 1 Pull the Diopter Adjustment knob and rotate it in either direction until the focused image in the viewfinder’s reference circle appears sharp 2 Push the knob back in to lock.
Illumination Switch You can illuminate the Top and Back Status LCD panels for easy viewing at night or in low light situations. Rotate the LCD Panel Illumination switch toward the to illuminate the Top and Back Status LCD panels. O FF MODE ON The LCD panel illumination switch automatically returns to the on position, and the LCD panels remain illuminated as long as the meter is on. (You can change the time that the meter remains on using custom setting #15. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 13-32.
Mirror Lockup Lever When using super-telephoto lenses or performing photomicrography, it is necessary to reduce camera vibration to the absolute minimum. Lock the reflex viewing mirror in the up position by rotating the mirror lockup lever counterclockwise until it stops. ☛ When the mirror is locked up, you cannot operate the camera in any Auto Exposure or autofocus mode, even though the viewfinder LCD may indicate otherwise.
Depth-of-Field Preview Button The depth of field is the zone of acceptable focus in front of and behind the subject. You can preview this zone using the Depth-of-Field Preview button. The Depth-of-Field Preview button will not work properly if there is no PC Card inserted. In Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual Exposure mode, press the Depth-of-field Preview button to stop the lens down to the aperture that was set with the Sub-Command Dial.
Accessory Shoe O FF MODE S ON Located at the top of the MultiMeter Finder, the ISO-type hot shoe allows direct mounting of a wide range of Nikon-dedicated electronic Speedlights. Refer to “Attaching the SB-28D or SB-28DX” on page 113. CL CAUTION: Do not use speedlights from other manufacturers since higher voltages and/or extra hot shoe contacts can damage your camera. Sync Terminal Your camera features a separate sync terminal that accepts all flashes with standard PC-type, plug-in sync cords.
Self-Diagnostic Shutter System Your camera is equipped with a selfdiagnostic shutter that automatically controls the shutter speed for each release of the shutter. The self-diagnostic shutter automatically detects inaccuracies in performance and readjusts the shutter speed accuracy for subsequent image capture. 2-31 2 Your Camera If a malfunction occurs or the shutter curtain fails to operate, the alert LED blinks and Err blinks in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder.
Changing Viewfinders A modified DP-30 viewfinder is included with the DCS 620 and 620x cameras. (A standard DP-30 viewfinder is included with the DCS 660 and 660M cameras.) See Appendix C for a list of compatible viewfinders. Using other viewfinders with your camera can decrease the “active area” of the viewfinder. Removing the Finder 1 Turn the camera off. Refer to “Turning the Camera On and Off” on page 3-1. 2 Press and hold the Finder Release button.
Attaching the Finder Slide the finder in until it clicks in place. 4 Be sure that the Finder Release button has returned to its original position. 2 IMPORTANT: When removing a viewfinder, be careful not to leave smudges or fingerprints. Place the detached viewfinder on a soft, clean cloth. 2-33 Your Camera Be sure the viewfinder is attached when you are capturing images. If the shutter is released without a viewfinder attached, stray light may enter through the focusing screen.
Changing Focusing Screens 1 Turn off the camera and remove the finder. Refer to “Removing the Finder” on page 2-32. 2 Insert your fingernail under the rear edge of the focusing screen and lift the screen out. 3 To install a focusing screen, insert the front edge under the central ridge, then push the rear edge down into place. IMPORTANT: When removing a focusing screen, be careful not to leave smudges or fingerprints. Place the detached screen on a soft, clean cloth.
Camera Straps A neck strap and a hand strap are included with your camera. You can attach either or both. Attaching the Neck Strap Thread the ends of the neck strap through the strap fixtures. Pull firmly on the strap to make sure it is held securely by the buckles.
Attaching the Hand Strap 1 Thread the strap through both loops in the hand strap pad. 2 Place the three-holed buckle on the strap and thread through the camera’s top strap fixture. 3 Thread the other end of the strap through the camera’s bottom strap fixture. 4 Thread the top strap back through the buckle as shown. 5 Thread both ends of the strap back through the loops on the hand strap pad. 6 Place the two-holed buckle on the top strap.
Name Plate Using the DCS Acquire Module or DCS TWAIN Data Source, you can enter text that appears in certain screens on your camera. The Name Plate is useful for personalizing your camera, for example, “This camera belongs to Joe Smith”. In the DCS Acquire Module or DCS TWAIN Data Source: 1 Click the Camera Control button. The Camera Control dialog box appears. 2 Click the Properties button. The Properties dialog box appears. 3 Scroll through the list and select the Name Plate property.
INSERT PHOTO HERE Powering Your Camera 3 Operate your camera using either battery or AC power. You can preserve battery power by using the AC adapter whenever possible. You can charge your camera batteries using a battery charger and an international power cord set. These items are included with most cameras (except base camera kit). They are also available from Kodak as accessories.
Batteries Your camera can use either NiMH (nickel metal hydride) or NiCd batteries. Extended camera metering, autofocus, or extensive LCD panel operation reduces the number of images available from a full battery charge. With a fully charged battery, the camera can provide up to the following number of images: Camera NiMH battery NiCd battery DCS 620 and 620x 1000 300 DCS 660 and 660M 300 100 ☛ Battery performance deteriorates in temperatures below 32°F (0°C).
Inserting/Removing Batteries ☛ You must charge a battery before using it for the first time. ISO BKT 1 Check that the Card Present icon SLOW REAR CUSTOM on the Back Status LCD panel is not blinking. AUTO IMPORTANT: If the Card Present icon or the Card Busy LED inside the Battery/PC Card door are blinking, wait until the blinking stops before continuing. (You can lose data if you remove the battery while the card is busy.
3 Lift the latch assembly on the Battery/PC Card door and turn it counter-clockwise to open the door. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the Card Busy LED is Off before you continue.
The white arrow opposite the connector should be pointing upwards as the battery is inserted. Some (not all) cameras have a white arrow pointing downwards (towards the camera bottom) just above the battery compartment. If your battery and your camera both have the arrows, then the arrows should be aligned as you insert the battery into the camera. 4 To insert: slide the battery to the back of the battery slot and press firmly in place. To remove: slide the battery out of the battery slot.
Checking Battery Status You can determine whether a battery needs charging by viewing the Battery icon on your camera’s Back Status LCD panel. (If the camera is using an AC adapter, the Battery icon is not displayed.) 1 Insert a battery if there is not one in the camera. Refer to “Inserting/Removing Batteries” on page 3-3. ISO 2 Turn on the camera. 3 Check the Battery icon on the SLOW REAR BKT Back Status LCD panel. CUSTOM AUTO The icon indicates whether the battery needs changing.
Battery Charger You need to charge a battery before using it for the first time and whenever it is low. If you plan to use your camera without the AC adapter for an extended period of time, it is a good idea to charge one or more batteries before you begin. An external battery charger is included with your camera.
Charging Batteries 1 Remove the battery from the camera (page 3-3). 2 Plug the cable from the AC adapter for charger into the battery charger jack. 3 Select the international power cord that is appropriate for your area. 4 Insert the appropriate end of the international power cord into the receptacle on the rear of the AC adapter for charger. 5 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
6 Insert one or two batteries in the slots in the battery charger. ☛ If you are charging one battery, you can use either slot. On average, a battery is charged in approximately one hour. If two batteries are inserted, they are charged simultaneously. 7 Once the green light turns on, wait four hours, then remove the battery or batteries from the charger. If you don’t wait two hours, batteries will only be charged to 80% of capacity. 8 Insert a charged battery into the camera. ISO 9 Close the camera door.
Conditioning (Discharging Batteries) You may occasionally need to condition a battery. You would only do so if a battery provides a noticeably shorter run time (less than 50% of normal capacity). IMPORTANT: Don’t condition your batteries too often or they will wear out prematurely. 1 Insert one or two batteries into the slots on the top of the battery charger. 2 Press the Condition buttons associated with the batteries that you wish to condition. The batteries will first be conditioned, then charged.
Battery Conservation Your camera has several built-in functions that minimize drain on your battery. PowerSave Mode ☛ If your camera is powered by an AC adapter or is connected to a computer with IEEE 1394 cable, it will not enter PowerSave mode. If you don’t use your camera for 30 minutes, it will enter PowerSave mode (go to sleep). In PowerSave mode, the flash will not be kept charged and the backlight for the Top Status and Back Status LCD panels will turn off.
Image LCD Panel Timeout The Image LCD panel will turn off if you have not used the camera for 60 seconds. ☛ You can change the setting for Image LCD timeout. Refer to “Setting Display Off Time” on page 4-3. Press the Display button to turn the Image LCD panel On again. Meter Timeout Your camera’s meter remains on for 8 seconds after you lightly press the Shutter Release button. ☛ You can change the setting for meter timeout. Refer to “Making a Custom Setting” on page 13-32.
AC Adapter for Camera Use an AC adapter whenever possible to lessen drain on the battery. You should also use it when your camera is connected to a computer to prevent loss of power if the battery should lose its charge. CAUTION: Operate the equipment only from the type of power source indicated on the AC adapter. A line voltage outside of this range can destroy the AC adapter and/or the camera. Tips ✔ Use only the KODAK AC adapter; do not plug other chargers or adapters into the camera.
Connecting the AC Adapter for Camera 1 Open the connector cover at the side of the camera. 2 Plug the AC adapter for camera into the AC Adapter connection. 3 Select the international power cord that is appropriate for your area.
4 Plug the appropriate end of the power cord into the AC adapter for camera. 5 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. ☛ You can connect or disconnect the AC adapter while a battery is in the camera. ☛ The AC adapter for camera will NOT charge a battery in the camera.
INSERT PHOTO HERE 4 Configuring Configuring Your Camera 4 This section describes how to change various camera settings. Date and Time You can set the date and time. The format for the date is year/month/day, and the format for time is hour:minute:second based on a twenty-four-hour clock. The setting is maintained when you turn off the camera, after PowerSave, or when you remove the battery for a few days.
The Date/Time screen appears. There are six fields: year, month, day, and hour, minutes, seconds. 3 Press and hold the Selector button and press the left or right side of the Navigate switch to highlight the desired field. 4 Press and hold the Selector button and press the top or bottom of the Navigate switch to change the highlighted field. ☛ When you hold the Selector button to highlight the Seconds field, the seconds stop counting and you can reset the field.
4 Camera Properties ☛ The list of properties may change as new versions of firmware become available. The wording in the screens may not be exactly as shown. Setting Display Off Time You can change the Display Off time (the length of time before the Image LCD panel turns off). Extended use of the Image LCD panel can drain your battery. The Display Off Time screen (and the PowerSave screen) operate a little differently than the others.
Enabling Sharpening DCS 620, 620x, and 660 cameras are equipped with an antialiasing filter, an optical filter that is mounted inside the camera in front of the electronic imager. This filter eliminates unwanted color artifacts, and improves overall image quality at the expense of a small loss of sharpness. Depending on your subject, you may or may not want to allow sharpening when the image is processed.
4 Setting File Resolution 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Properties from the dropdown menu. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-14. 2 Select Resolution from the Properties menu. The Image Resolution screen appears. 3 Select Resolution or Units. If you select Resolution, the Resolution screen appears. 4 Press and hold the Selector button and press the left or right side of the Navigate switch to highlight the desired field.
Determining Total Actuations You can determine the number of images captured by your camera from the time of its manufacture. 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Properties from the dropdown menu. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-14. 2 Select Total Actuations from the Properties menu. The Total Actuations screen appears, informing you of the number of images captured.
4 Custom Settings 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Custom Settings from the dropdown menu. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-14. 2 Select the desired Custom Setting. The selected Custom Setting screen appears. 3 Select the desired setting. 4-7 Configuring You can set Custom Settings using the Custom Settings menu (described below) or the CSM button (page 4-7). In general, the method described below is easier to use, since the settings are labeled.
INSERT PHOTO HERE Using a PC Card 5 As you capture images, they are stored on a PC Card (PCMCIA card). Before capturing images, you may want to make a few preparations so that the images will be stored according to your needs. This chapter describes the use of the PC Card and provides instructions for storing images. 5 PC Cards ☛ PC Cards must be ATA-compatible. CAUTIONS: Use extreme care when handling PC Cards, as they are easily damaged.
Dual Slots for PC Cards Your camera has two PC Card slots. With Type II PC Cards, you can use one or both slots. With Type III PC Cards, only one slot can be used. The card in the slot closest to the camera back is referred to as CARD0, and the card in the slot closest to the camera front is referred to as CARD1. CARD0 CARD1 With one card, you can insert a PC Card in either slot. With two cards, the first card inserted will be the active card.
Inserting/Removing PC Cards It is not necessary to turn off the camera before inserting or removing a card. ISO BKT 1 Check the Card Present icon on SLOW REAR CUSTOM the Back Status LCD panel. It blinks when a card is busy. AUTO IMPORTANT: 5 2 Lift the latch assembly on the Battery/PC Card door and turn it counter-clockwise to open the door. 5-3 PC Card If the Card Present icon is blinking, wait until it stops before continuing. (You can lose data if you remove the PC Card while it is busy.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the Card Busy LED is Off before continuing. 3 To insert a PC Card: slide it all of the way into the card slot and press firmly. ☛ A label inside the door indicates the proper position for the card.
4 To remove a PC Card, press the Eject button and pull the card out. 5 Close the Battery/PC Card door. 5 BKT SLOW REAR CUSTOM The Card Present icon is displayed on the Back Status LCD panel when there is a PC Card in the camera.
Formatting a PC Card To prevent formatting the wrong PC Card, there can only be one card in the camera when you format a card. Format the card using either the quick format or the full format feature. IMPORTANT: Quick format, while faster, is not recommended if there is a possibility that there are defects on the PC Card. The Recover function only works if a PC Card has been formatted on the camera. Refer to “Recovering Deleted Images” on page 12-15.
If you remove the active card, the message at the left appears. 5 Re-insert the card in the proper slot, then select Retry. A confirmation screen appears. 6 Select Yes or No. If you choose No, the Main menu appears and the card is not formatted. If you wait for the progress bar to go to completion, a full format occurs. If you press the Cancel button, a quick format occurs. With a quick format, the card will be usable, but occasional errors may occur when you save images.
Selecting a PC Card or Folder Images are stored in folders on a PC Card. There is always at least one empty folder on your PC Card. When you store an image in an empty folder, a new empty folder is automatically created. The new folder is called FolderX, (X being the next number available). 1 Select the Folder icon. Refer to x “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-14. With one PC Card inserted, this dropdown menu appears with a • displayed next to the currently active folder.
Saving Files 6 JPEG and TIFF File Processing The DCS 620 and 620x cameras support background image processing that produces JPEG or TIFF RGB files that can be opened directly by any image editing software. This feature is not available on the DCS 660 or 660M cameras. The choices for processed files are JPEG Good, Better, Best, and TIFF RGB. JPEG Good files have the most compression, JPEG Best have the least. The less compression, the better the quality of the processed file and the larger the file size.
Processing Images 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-14. 2 Select Processing from the Main menu. The Processing menu appears. If two PC Cards are inserted, the active card is indicated (for example, All on CARD1). 3 Select your choice.
When you enable processing, certain conditions may exist which will cause other screens to appear, as shown in the table below. Condition Screen Your Action There is no PC Card in the camera. Click OK and insert a PC Card. Processing is enabled for the selected folder and there are no images in the folder. If you click OK, new images are processed when you capture them to that folder. Similar screens appear when the same condition exists for tagged images or for all images on the card.
Condition Screen Your Action Your processing settings are set to delete the original TIFF image when you process files. Refer to “Changing Processing Settings” on page 6-5. If you click OK, a second confirmation screen appears. The active PC Card becomes full as images are being processed. This can occur regardless of whether there are one or two cards in the camera. Click OK and delete some images or insert a different card.
Changing Processing Settings There are several processing settings that you can change. The settings are applied to images as they are processed. 1 Select Change Settings from the Processing menu. The Processing Settings menu appears with the current values shown in parentheses. 2 Select the desired setting. The following screens appear, depending on your choice: Processing Settings Original TIFF Screen Defaults Underlined Result Saves the TIFF image (default).
Processing Settings Noise Reduction Look Sharpening Level * Screen Defaults Underlined Yes Noise is reduced in processed images. No Noise is not reduced. Portrait Applies a lower contrast tone scale with more detail in the highlights and shadows. Product Applies a higher contrast, more vibrant tone scale. None No sharpening is applied to the finished image. High Progressively less sharpening is applied to the finished image.
Working with TIFF Custom Files on your Computer If you don’t process images on your camera, you need to use one of the following software applications to work with the TIFF Custom files. (The TIFF Custom file format is proprietary to Kodak.) File Format Module ✔ This software application allows you to open high resolution TIFF Custom images directly into Photoshop. DCS Acquire Module or DCS TWAIN Data Source ✔ These are full-featured image editing and acquire software applications.
IPTC Data Management This feature allows inclusion of International Press Telecommunication Council (IPTC) data as part of the image header. You enter the IPTC data on your computer using the DCS Acquire Module or DCS TWAIN Data Source (version 5.8 or later) and save it to a PC Card. (Refer to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Host Software User’s Manual.) Once IPTC data has been saved to a PC Card, you can load the data into your camera (page 6-9).
Loading IPTC Data from a PC Card 1 With the Load IPTC Data screen displayed (page 6-8), choose Load from Card. The Load IPTC Data screen appears with a list of the IPTC files on the active PC Card. (If only one card is in the camera, the card choices do not appear.) 2 Press and hold the Selector button and use the Navigate switch to choose the desired card. (You may need to scroll up to the card choices if there are numerous IPTC files.) 3 Repeat step 2 to choose an IPTC file.
INSERT PHOTO HERE Quick Start 7 This chapter contains information that enables you to start using your camera. Much of the information in this chapter can be found in greater detail in other areas of the manual. Before You Start 1 If you have not already done so, charge your battery using the external battery charger that was included with your camera. You can insert either one or two batteries in the battery charger (either slot).
4 Insert the battery into the battery slot. 5 Insert a PC Card into the card slot.
6 Turn the latch assembly clockwise to close the Battery/PC Card door. 7 Remove the camera body cap and the front and rear lens caps.
8 Position the lens in the camera’s bayonet mount so that the mounting indexes on the lens and camera body are aligned. Taking care not to press the Lens Release button, twist the lens counter clockwise until it locks in place. 9 Press the Power Switch Lock release. O FF MODE ON 10 Rotate the Power switch clockwise to turn on the camera.
The AC Adapter for Camera Conserve your battery and power your camera by using the AC adapter for camera, whenever possible. Refer to “AC Adapter for Camera” on page 3-13. Connecting the AC Adapter for Camera 1 Open the connector cover at the side of the camera. 2 Plug the AC adapter into the AC Adapter connection.
3 Select the power cord with universal plug that is appropriate for your area. 4 Plug the appropriate end of the power cord into the AC adapter for camera. 5 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
Optional Settings Before You Start Set the Date and Time 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu (page 2-14). 2 Select Date/Time from the Main menu. The Date/Time screen appears. 3 Press and hold the Selector button and press the left or right side of the Navigate switch to highlight the desired field. 4 Press and hold the Selector button and press the top or bottom of the Navigate switch to change the highlighted field. 5 Repeat for all fields on the Date/Time screen.
Basic Shooting 1 Set the lens aperture to its minimum position as described in the “Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture” section on page 2-22. 2 Set the Drive mode selector to S for Single-frame shooting. S CL 3 Set the Focus mode selector to S for Single Servo AF.
4 Press and hold the AF Area O FF Mode button and rotate the Main-Command dial to select Single Area AF mode. ON AE-L AF-L AF-ON MODE The selected focus area of the Top Status LCD panel displays only [ ]. The Focus bracket also appears in the viewfinder. 5 While pressing the lock release, set the Metering System selector for 3D Color Matrix Metering.
P appears in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder. 7 Press the Navigate switch to position the focus brackets on your main subject.
8 Lightly press the Shutter Release button. O FF ON MODE ☛ If HI appears in the shutter speed position—Overexposure alert: Use a NIKON ND filter. ☛ If Lo appears in the shutter speed position—Underexposure alert: Use an accessory NIKON Speedlight.
9 Confirm that a green “•” appears inside the viewfinder (indicating successful focusing), then fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture the image. The Shutter cannot be released in the following situations: ✔ When blinks: Focus manually. ✔ When appears: Subject is too close. Move away from your subject. To conserve battery power, turn off the camera when it is not in use. CAUTION: Always remove batteries before storing your camera to prevent damage due to leaking batteries.
Reviewing Images on Your Camera You can display one, four or nine images on the Image LCD panel. Single Image Review mode Four Image Review mode Nine Image Review mode 1 Select the Display icon, then choose Single, Four, or Nine Image Review mode from the dropdown menu (page 2-14). 2 Press and hold the Selector button and press the right or left side of the Navigate switch to navigate through the images horizontally, or press the top or bottom to navigate vertically.
Setting Display Contrast You can change the contrast to lighten or darken the images displayed on the Image LCD panel. Select the Contrast icon. Refer to “Menu Bar” on page 2-12. A grayscale bar is displayed at the side of the image and a slider is displayed across the top. 4 Press and hold the Selector button and press the right or left side of the Navigate switch to move the slider. Continue until you achieve the desired contrast.
Setting Display Options You can view areas of overexposure, an exposure histogram, and information about the selected image. 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-14. 2 Select Display Options from the Main menu. The Display Options screen appears. A checkmark next to an option indicates that it is on. 3 Press and hold the Selector button and use the Navigate switch to turn an option On or Off.
If you turn the Histogram/Info option on while in single image review mode, the Histogram and exposure info will appear. ☛ The information will not be displayed In Four or Nine Image Review mode. Image name Date Time Shutter speed ISO setting Aperture Exposure mode Exposure compensation The image histogram shows the range and distribution of tonal values for an image. It displays the number of occurrences of each pixel code value, and can be used to assess an image’s brightness and contrast levels.
Tagging Images You can tag images to be processed (page 6-2) or NOT to be deleted (page 7-19). Images retain their tags when acquired using the DCS Host software where you can select tagged or untagged images and perform a variety of operations. Refer to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Host Software User’s Manual on the DCS Host Software CD included with your camera. 1 Select the desired review mode. Refer to “Setting the Review Mode” on page 12-2. 2 Select an image. 3 Press the Record/Tag button.
Deleting Images You can delete one or more images from a PC Card in your camera. When you do so, any associated sound files are also deleted. Refer to “Associating a Sound File with an Image” on page 7-20. Deleting a Single Image 1 Press and hold the Display button and the Selector button at the same time. If the Image LCD panel is off, it will turn on. The Delete Image screen appears showing the current image (whether the Image LCD panel was on or off). 2 Release the Display button.
Deleting More Than One Image You can delete all images on the PC Card, all images in a folder, all untagged images on the PC Card, or all untagged images in a folder. 1 To delete untagged images (described below), tag any images that you DO NOT want to delete. 2 Select the Menu icon then choose Main Menu. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-14. 3 Select Delete Images from the Main menu. The Delete Images menu appears. 4 Select the desired option, then respond to the confirmation screen.
Associating a Sound File with an Image You can record sound files for your images, then play back the sound files using the DCS Host software (if your computer has a sound board). Refer to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Host Software User’s Manual on the DCS Host Software CD included with your camera. 1 Select the image to which you wish to associate a sound file. Refer to “Selecting an Image” on page 12-7. 2 Press and hold the Record/Tag button.
3 Speak into the microphone while continuing to press and hold the Record/Tag button. 4 Release the Record/Tag button. Recording stops and the Microphone icon disappears from the Back Status LCD panel. ISO BKT L CSM A Sound icon appears in the Menu bar, indicating that the currently selected image has one or more associated sound files.
INSERT PHOTO HERE 8 Exposure Controlling Exposure 8 This chapter describes the functions available for controlling exposure in your camera. White Balance The DCS 620, 620x, and 660 cameras offer Custom White Balance functionality. (This feature is not available with the DCS 660M camera.) You can save White Balance settings using the your camera or the DCS Acquire Module or DCS TWAIN Data Source (version 5.8 or later). You can also delete White Balance settings when they are no longer needed.
ISO To determine the current white balance setting, check the White Balance icons on the Back LCD panel. SLOW REAR BKT CUSTOM AUTO AUTO The icons reflect the current setting. Auto - Flash If a flash is attached to your camera and you choose Auto mode, the Auto Flash icons appear.
8 Selecting Custom White Balance Press and hold the White Balance button and use the Navigate switch until no White Balance icons appear in the Back LCD panel. ISO SLOW REAR BKT CUSTOM AUTO ISO BKT ISO BKT L CSM When no icons appear, Custom White Balance is selected. SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO 8-3 Exposure You must select Custom White Balance before selecting, deleting, or loading Custom White Balance settings.
Using White Balance Settings Once you have selected Custom White Balance, you can access several Custom White Balance functions. 1 Press the White Balance button. If the Image Display was Off, it turns On. If there are no images in the folder, this screen appears. ISO BKT L CSM If the selected folder contains images, this screen appears, showing the currently selected image. 2 Select your choice: OK—The White Balance values from the selected image are saved using the same name as the image.
8 ✔ Select a White Balance setting from those loaded on the camera (page 8-6) ✔ Delete a White Balance setting from the camera (page 8-6) ✔ Load a White Balance setting from a PC Card to the camera (page 8-7) ✔ Save a White Balance setting (page 8-9) 8-5 Exposure Options—The White Balance Settings menu appears.
Selecting White Balance Settings With the White Balance Settings menu displayed (page 8-4), choose one of the following: Image #xxxx: The White Balance values from the selected image are applied to images that you capture. Previously loaded setting—The White Balance values from the previously loaded setting (page 8-7) are applied to images that you capture. Deleting White Balance Settings You can delete White Balance Settings that have been loaded on your camera.
8 Loading White Balance Settings There are a few rules to remember when you load White Balance settings. If you should forget any of the rules, an appropriate error message appears, as shown in the table below. Rule Error Message You can only load settings into the camera that was originally used to capture the images. Each setting that you load must have a unique name. Your camera holds up to ten Custom White Balance settings.
1 With the White Balance Setting screen displayed (page 8-4), choose Load from Card. The Load White Balance Setting screen appears with a list of the White Balance settings on the active PC Card. (If only one card is in the camera, the card choices do not appear.) 2 Select the desired card. (You may need to scroll up to the card choices if there are numerous White Balance settings.) 3 Repeat step 2 to choose the desired Custom White Balance setting.
8 Saving White Balance Settings using your Camera 1 Capture an image with a neutral area (such as a gray or white card) in the center. 2 With the White Balance Setting screen displayed (page 8-4), choose Save (Image nnnn). A confirmation screen appears. 3 Select Yes to save the setting or No to return to the White Balance Settings menu without saving. If you save the setting, it appears on the White Balance Settings and the Delete White Balance Settings screens.
Exposure Metering System Your camera has three types of exposure metering systems: ✔ 3D Color Matrix Metering ✔ Center-Weighted Metering (page 8-11) ✔ Spot Metering (page 8-12) 3D Color Matrix Metering With D-type AF Nikkor lenses (including AF-I or AF-S Nikkor), 3D Color Matrix metering is automatically activated. 3D Color Matrix Metering uses various types of data: scene brightness, scene contrast, focused subject’s distance (distance information) and color distribution of the entire frame.
8 Center-Weighted Metering Exposure With approximately 75% of the meter’s sensitivity concentrated on the 12 mm diameter circle within the viewfinder and 25% outside this circle, the meter becomes useful in situations where you want to base exposure on a specific area in the scene. To measure the brightness of the picture’s off-center portion in auto exposure mode, use the camera’s AE-L/AF-L button. Refer to “AE/AF Lock” on page 13-16.
Spot Metering Nearly 100% of the meter’s sensitivity is concentrated in a 4 mm diameter area (approximately1.5% of the entire frame) within the selected focus area of the viewfinder. (With focusing screens other than EC-B-type, the sensitivity is concentrated in a 6mm diameter area or approximately 3.3% of entire frame.) Use this meter for highly selective exposure control. ☛ When Spot Metering is selected, shifting the focus area also shifts the Spot Metering area to the corresponding position.
8 Setting the Metering System ON MODE S CL The appropriate symbol appears in the viewfinder. 3D Color Matrix Metering Center-Weighted Metering Spot Metering 8-13 Exposure O FF Rotate the Metering System Selector while pressing the Metering System Selector Lock Release to select the desired type of exposure metering.
Exposure Mode Light reaching the imager is controlled by the shutter speed and lens aperture. The proper combination results in a correct exposure. Shutter speed and lens aperture settings are based on the ISO speed and the operation of the camera’s exposure control system. The relationship between aperture and shutter speed is described in the following example: A shutter speed of 1/500 second admits half the light of a shutter speed of 1/250 second and double the light of a shutter speed 1/1000 second.
8 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ☛ Note that Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode operates only with NIKON lenses having a built-in CPU (AF Nikkor and AI-P Nikkor lenses). Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode By varying the aperture, you can control the depth of field. Smaller apertures make the background and foreground sharper (recommended for landscapes) while larger apertures tend to blur the background (recommended for portraits).
Manual Exposure Mode The Manual exposure control allows you to change both aperture and shutter speed settings. For a technically correct exposure, follow the recommendation of the camera’s light meter, as indicated in the viewfinder. To achieve a specific creative effect (for example, intentional blur, intentional under- or over-exposure), disregard the LCD and modify the recommended exposure settings. Refer to “Manual Exposure Mode” on page 13-8.
8 Setting Exposure Mode O FF AE-L AF-L AF-ON ON MODE P Programmed Auto S Shutter-Priority Auto M Manual A Aperture-Priority Auto The exposure mode changes as in the sequence shown at the left: If you use lenses that don’t have a CPU, or accessories such as a bellows attachment or extension rings: ✔ Use Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode. ✔ Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode automatically shift to Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode.
INSERT PHOTO HERE Focusing 9 This chapter discusses focus area, Focus mode, special focusing situations, and the effect of the antialiasing filter on focus. It also discusses sharpening in the DCS 660 camera. 9 Focus Area Five focus areas are available with your camera. To select the desired focus area, press the top, bottom, left or right of the Navigate switch.
Corresponding focus areas appear in the Top Status LCD panel and the viewfinder. Arrows on top and to the right of the viewfinder also indicate the selected focus area. Focus Area Top Status LCD panel Viewfinder Center Left Right Top Bottom ☛ When Spot Metering is selected, shifting the focus area also shifts the Spot Metering area accordingly.
Locking the Focus Area You can lock the focus area using the lock function. 1 Select the desired focus area, then press the Navigate switch to any position while pressing the L (Focus area lock) button. 9 Focusing ISO BKT L CSM LOCK appears above the focus area icon in the Top Status LCD panel To release the lock, press the Navigate switch while pressing the L button again so LOCK disappears from the Top Status LCD panel.
Selecting AF Area Mode 1 Press and hold the AF area mode [+] button and rotate the MainCommand dial to select Single Area AF or Dynamic AF mode. O FF ON MODE AE-L AF-L AF-ON ☛ Single Area AF mode and Dynamic AF mode are described on the following pages. [] When Single Area AF mode is selected, you may designate the focus area, and that choice remains unchanged regardless of subject movement. A [ ] or appears in the selected focus area of the Top Status LCD panel.
[] When Dynamic AF mode is selected, a [ ] or appears in the selected focus area, + appears in all five focus areas of the Top Status LCD panel, and all five AF sensors are active. The example at the left shows center focus area selection. ☛ The viewfinder indication does not change even though the sensor is shifted. 9-5 9 Focusing Dynamic AF In Dynamic AF mode, the selected focus area designates the primary sensor. This sensor is first to detect a subject.
Focus Mode Your camera has two focus modes: autofocus and manual. Autofocus There are two default Autofocus modes: ✔ Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority ✔ Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority In either of these modes—and in any Drive mode—focus tracking is automatically activated when the subject starts moving. Exceptions to this are when you are using Single Servo AF mode and the focus has already locked, or you are using Continuous Servo AF mode and are pressing the AE-L/AF-L button.
Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority (Stationary Subject) 1 Set the Drive Mode selector to S (Single Servo AF). 9 Focusing C S M 2 Lightly press the Shutter Release button to activate autofocus. O FF ON MODE 3 Confirm that a green • appears in the viewfinder, then fully depress the Shutter Release button. ☛ If the subject moves before the shutter releases, remove your finger from the Shutter Release button, then lightly press it again to re-activate autofocus.
Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority (Moving Subject) 1 Perform steps 1 - 3 as for a stationary subject (page 9-7). 2 Confirm that a green • appears in the viewfinder, then fully depress the Shutter Release button. If you press the Shutter Release button before the green • appears in the viewfinder, the shutter is released as soon as the subject comes into focus. Focus tracking remains activated as long as you keep the Shutter Release button lightly pressed.
☛ After capturing images with the Drive mode set to S, you do not have to remove your finger from the Shutter Release button to capture the next image. Slightly release pressure on the button so it is only half-depressed, then fully depress it to release the shutter again. The focus setting remains locked unless you remove pressure on the button. With the Drive mode set at CL, CH or CS, the camera refocuses every time the shutter is released.
Lightly press the Shutter Release button to start autofocus. When the subject is in focus, the camera’s autofocus motor (or the motor of an AF-I or AF-S Nikkor lens) stops driving the autofocus lens and a • appears in the viewfinder. Unless you remove your finger from the Shutter Release button, the motor will start driving the lens again to obtain an in-focus picture if the focus distance changes. If a appears in the viewfinder, the lens is focused behind the subject.
Manual Focus with the Electronic Rangefinder The Electronic Rangefinder provides you with viewfinder indications that show the focus status while you are focusing. It works with most Nikon lenses (including AF Nikkor when operated manually) having a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. (For a complete list of usable lenses, refer to the Lens Compatibility chart in Appendix C).
2 While lightly pressing the Shutter Release button, rotate the lens focusing ring in the direction indicated by the focusto-left arrow or focus-to-right arrow , until the arrow disappears and the in-focus indicator • appears. 16 16 If the focus-to-left arrow does not disappear when you turn the focus ring counterclockwise to its limit, the subject is too close for the lens to focus. Move back from the subject.
Manual Focus Using a Clear Matte Field Look through the viewfinder and rotate the lens focusing ring until the image appears sharp. 9 Focusing Special Focusing Situations in AF Autofocus operation depends on general lighting, subject contrast and detail, and other technical factors.
Very dark subject: Focus manually with the clear matte field, or for Single Servo AF, focus on another brighter subject located at the same distance, then lock the focus and recompose. Refer to “Focus Lock For Offcenter Subjects” on page 1314. Low-contrast subject Focus manually with the clear matte field, or for Single Servo AF, focus on another subject at the same distance but with more contrast, then lock focus and recompose. Refer to “Focus Lock For Off-center Subjects” on page 13-14.
In the following situations, ignore the in-focus indicator (•). ✔ When the subject is obscured by an object such as a fence in the foreground, use Single Area AF mode and select the subject’s focus area (described on page 9-1) or focus manually with the clear matte field. ✔ With an extremely bright object near your subject, use Single Area AF mode and select the subject’s focus area, or focus manually with the clear matte field.
Sharpening Your DCS 620, 620x, or 660 camera is equipped with an antialiasing filter, an optical filter that is mounted inside the camera in front of the electronic imager. This filter improves overall image quality at the expense of a small loss of sharpness in the image. In general, sharpen the image when the antialiasing filter is installed. There may be special situations where you will not want to sharpen, or where you want to remove the antialiasing filter.
INSERT PHOTO HERE Capturing Images 10 This chapter provides an overview of the things you need to do to capture and manage images. Much of the information is described in greater detail in other parts of the manual. Preparing to Capture an Image 1 Hold the camera properly. 2 Stand with one foot forward a half step to balance your body. 3 Grasp the camera hand grip with your right hand.
Lightly press the Shutter Release button to start the autofocus operation and switch the exposure meter on. O FF MODE ON Indicators inside the viewfinder and Status LCD panels turn On. They remain on for approximately 8 seconds after you take your finger off the Shutter Release button, then automatically turn Off. Fully press the Shutter Release button to release the shutter. ☛ Press the Shutter Release button slowly. Depressing the Shutter Release button abruptly may result in camera shake.
Basic Shooting 1 Set the lens aperture to its minimum position. Refer to “Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture” on page 222. 2 Set the Drive Mode selector to S for Single-frame shooting. Refer to “Drive Mode” on page 10-10. S CL 3 Set the Focus mode selector to S C S M 10-3 Capturing for Single Servo AF. Refer to “Focus Mode” on page 9-6.
4 Press and hold the AF area mode O FF button and rotate the MainCommand dial to select Single Area AF mode. ON AE-L AF-L AF-ON MODE The selected focus area of the Top Status LCD panel displays only [ ]. The Focus bracket also appears in the viewfinder. 5 While pressing the lock release, set the metering system selector for 3D Color Matrix Metering. Refer to “3D Color Matrix Metering” on page 8-10.
P appears in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder. 7 Press the Navigate switch to position the focus brackets on your main subject. Refer to “Navigate Switch” on page 2-9. 10 8 Lightly press the Shutter Release button.
If HI appears in the shutter speed position—Over-exposure alert: Use a NIKON ND filter. If Lo appears in the shutter speed position—Underexposure alert: Use an accessory NIKON Speedlight. 9 Confirm that a • appears inside the viewfinder (indicating successful focusing), then fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture the image. ISO BKT AUTO 10-6 The frame number on the Back Status LCD panel increases by one.
The Shutter cannot be released in the following situations: ✔ When blinks—Focus manually. Refer to “Special Focusing Situations in AF” on page 9-13. ✔ When appears—Subject is too close. Move away from your subject. ☛ To conserve battery power, turn off the camera when you are not using it. IMPORTANT: Always remove batteries before storing your camera to prevent damage due to leaking batteries.
Two-Button Reset Pressing the BKT and CSM buttons simultaneously for more than two seconds resets or cancels various settings. Two-Button Reset sets the following modes: Mode Set To Reference Exposure mode Programmed Auto Page 8-14 AF Area mode Single Area AF Page 9-7 Focus Area Center Page 9-1 Flash Sync Front-Curtain Sync Page 11-13 Two-Button Reset cancels the following modes: Mode Effect Flexible Program Cancelled Exposure compensation 0.
ISO The ISO setting controls imager sensitivity. The higher the number, the greater the sensitivity, and vice versa. ISO 400 is twice as sensitive as ISO 200, and half as sensitive as ISO 800. The following table shows the ISO range for your camera: Camera ISO DCS 620 200 - 1600 DCS 620x 400 - 4000 DCS 660 80 - 200 DCS 660M 320 - 800 Press and hold the ISO button and rotate the Main-Command dial.
Drive Mode Drive mode determines whether one or more images are captured when you are pressing the Shutter Release button. There are four automatic Drive modes: ✔ Single frame ✔ Continuous low-speed shooting ✔ Continuous high-speed shooting ✔ Continuous silent-low-speed shooting Choosing a Drive Mode Rotate the Drive mode/Self-timer selector while pressing the Drive mode selector lock release.
Single-Frame Shooting With the Drive mode at S, fully pressing the Shutter Release button captures one image. To capture the next image, lift your finger from the button, then fully press it again. Use Single-frame shooting for stationary subjects or subjects that do not require several frames of rapid firing.
Continuous Shooting Images are captured continuously as long as you keep the Shutter Release button fully pressed. With the DCS 620 and 620x, you can capture up to 3.5 fps in CH mode, up to 2.0 fps in CL mode and approximately 1.0 fps in CS mode. CL S CH C With the DCS 660 and 660M, you can capture up to 1.0 fps in CH mode, and up to .15 fps in CL and CS modes.
Using the Vertical Controls Your camera is designed to facilitate capturing images in a vertical orientation. 1 Starting with the camera in the normal position for capturing images, turn it 90 degrees in a counter clockwise direction. 2 Press the Vertical AF Start ISO BKT L CSM button if you plan to use autofocus. 10 release by turning the lock lever and lining up the white dot with the indentation on the camera. 4 Press the Vertical Shutter Release to capture an image.
Intervalometer Your camera has an Intervalometer which you can set so that a sequence of images are captured automatically at specified intervals over a specified period of time. You might use the Intervalometer to capture a flower bud opening or for unattended surveillance.
Your choices on the Intervalometer screen cause the following screens to appear: Intervalometer Settings Timer Count Screen Your Action Set the timer count—1-9999 frames Result Specifies the number of frames to be captured Default: 10 frames Timer Interval Set the timer Specifies the interval—1 second interval between to 23:59:59 image captures (HH:MM:SS) Default: 10 seconds Timer Delay Set the timer delay—1 second to 23:59:59 (HH:MM:SS) Specifies the delay before onset of the Intervalometer functi
Flash Photography 11 The NIKON Autofocus SB-28D Speedlight has been specifically designed for DCS 600 Series cameras. This Speedlight retains all functionality of the NIKON SB-28 Speedlight and adds functionality developed specifically for your camera. Most of the SB-28D functionality is described in the SB-28 instruction manual (included with your Speedlight) and you will need to refer to that manual. This chapter describes only the functionality specific to your camera.
Auto Aperture Mode While a variety of flash modes are available with the SB-28D Speedlight, only Auto Aperture mode is discussed in this Chapter. (Others are discussed in the SB-28 instruction manual.) Auto Aperture mode has been developed specifically for your camera. Auto Aperture mode automatically controls flash output to achieve correct exposure for both the subject and background.
Attaching the SB-28D or SB-28DX 1 Mount the SB-28D onto your camera’s accessory shoe. The red flash symbol appears in the viewfinder when a flash is installed. O FF ON MODE 2 Attach one of the following S lenses: CL ✔ D-type AF Nikkor lens ✔ AF Nikkor lens (except for AF Nikkor for F3AF) ✔ AI-P Nikkor lens Turning on the SB-28D or SB-28DX 1 Turn on the camera. 2 Turn on the Speedlight by pressing its ON/OFF button for approximately 0.5 seconds. A ISO 0.6 0.8 1 1.
Standby Mode The SB-28D features a Standby mode that helps conserve the battery in your Speedlight. When the Speedlight is in this mode, it will go to sleep if you don’t touch any camera or Speedlight controls for 80 seconds. STBY appears in the Speedlight’s LCD panel when the flash is in Standby mode. Enabling/Disabling Standby Mode You can enable or disable Standby mode according to your personal preference. Hold the Speedlight’s MODE button and press its ON/OFF button.
Setting Up Your Camera for Flash Photography 1 Press and hold the ISO button and rotate the Main-Command dial to set the desired ISO. AE-L AF-L AF-ON Refer to “ISO” on page 10-9. ISO BKT L CSM The setting appears in the Back Status LCD panel. 2 Confirm that you are using a D-type AF Nikkor lens, AF Nikkor lens (except for AF Nikkor for F3AF) or AI-P Nikkor lens. If you use a different type of lens, Auto Aperture mode will not be possible. (In this case, Non-TTL Auto Flash mode is recommended.
4 Set Exposure mode. Refer to “Capturing Images in Each Exposure Mode” on page 13-1. While you can use any exposure mode, Aperture Priority (A) or Program (P) are recommended. Manual (M) or Shutter Priority (S) modes are not recommended as they allow you to set an f-stop which is out of range for Auto Aperture mode. If you set Manual or Shutter Priority mode, the f-stop indicator on the flash LCD panel flickers and the indicator bars disappear.
Setting Up the SB-28D or SB-28DX Whenever you mount the SB-28D on your camera, the Flash mode is automatically set to Auto Aperture mode. The Mode indicator on the Speedlight’s LCD panel shows A. If the f-stop indicator on the Speedlight’s LCD panel flickers and the indicator bars disappear, the f-stop is out of usable range. Choose a different aperture. 1 Press the ZOOM button to set the Zoom setting at the same (or wider) f-mm as that of the lens in use. A ISO 0.6 0.8 1 1.
A ISO 0.6 0.8 1 1.5 2 3 4 6 9 13 18 m The Plus (+) and minus (-) buttons allow you to set the appropriate compensation level in 1/3EV increments from - 3EV to + 1EV in Auto Aperture mode. STBY ZOOM mm The following list provides information specific to the different zones. Refer to “Auto Flash Distance Range” on page 11-11. ZOOM MODE SEL FLASH ON / OFF ✔ Negative exposure compensation is not possible in Zone A. ✔ Exposure compensation exceeding -1EV is not possible in Zone B.
Test Firing You can test to determine if a subject is within the appropriate distance range for the current aperture. 1 Turn on the camera. 2 Turn on the Speedlight. 3 Lightly press the Shutter Release button, then release. O FF ON MODE S CL 4 Aim the Speedlight at the subject and press its FLASH button 5 Confirm that the Ready light is A ISO On. 0.6 0.8 1 1.
Using the SB-28D 1 Turn on the camera. 2 Turn the Speedlight On by pressing its ON/OFF button for approximately 0.5 seconds. A ISO 0.6 0.8 1 1.5 2 3 4 6 9 13 18 m The Speedlight’s Ready light comes on as soon as the flash is recycled and ready to fire. STBY ZOOM mm ☛ If your subject is relatively far ZOOM MODE SEL FLASH off, wait several seconds after the Ready light turns on before capturing the image. ON / OFF 3 Aim the camera at the subject.
Auto Flash Distance Range ISO Number (f/number) Distance Range According to Zoom Settings (Upper figures are in feet, lower figures are in meters) 80 200 400 800 1600 18mm 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 2.6~29 2.9~32 4.4~49 4.7~52 5.2~59 6.1~66 7.0~66 7.2~66 0.8~9 0.9~10 1.4~15 1.5~16 1.6~18 1.9~20 2.2~20 2.2~20 Zone F 2.8 B 4 5.6 8 11 2.0~20 2.1~23 3.1~34 3.3~37 3.7~41 4.3~48 4.9~55 5.1~57 0.6~6. 0.7~7. 1.0~10 1.0~11 1.2~12 1.4~14 1.5~16 1.6~17 3 0 Zone C 4 5.6 8 11 16 2.0~14 2.0~16 2.2~24 2.4~26 2.
The range of f-stops for your camera in Auto Aperture mode is: ISO 80: F/2 to F/32 ISO 200: F/2.8 to F/45 ISO 400: F/4 to F/64 ISO 800: F/5.6 to F/64 ISO 1600: F/8 to F/64 Minus exposure compensation is not possible in Zone A. Exposure compensation exceeding -1EV is not possible in Zone B. Exposure compensation exceeding -2EV is not possible in Zone C. Plus Exposure compensation is not possible in Zone D. Exposure compensation from - 3EV to +1EV is possible in other Zones.
Flash Sync Mode Flash Sync mode lets you modify how and when the flash fires during exposure. Press and hold the Flash Sync Mode button and rotate the MainCommand Dial to select the desired flash sync mode. AE-L AF-L AF-ON flash unit and select Normal Sync mode, the icon disappears from the Back Status LCD panel after you release the Flash Sync Mode button. ISO BKT L ☛ If you are using a non-NIKON CSM The flash sync mode changes as in the sequence shown at the left.
Slow Sync Normal Sync 1 Set the Exposure mode to P for Programmed Auto or A for Aperture-Priority Auto. Refer to “Setting Exposure Mode” on page 8-17. 2 Press and hold the camera’s AE-L AF-L AF-ON ISO BKT 11-14 L CSM Flash Sync Mode button and rotate the Main-Command dial until appears in the Back Status LCD panel.
Rear Curtain Sync Creating a Natural-looking Stream of Light Normally in flash synchronization, the Speedlight fires at the beginning of the exposure. When the shutter speed is slow, the result is a streaking light pattern in front of the subject. When Rear-Curtain Sync is set, the Speedlight fires at the end of the exposure, turning available light into a stream of light that follows the flash-illuminated moving subject.
1 Set the camera’s exposure mode to M for Manual exposure mode. Refer to “Setting Exposure Mode” on page 8-17. 2 Set the f-stop to a setting appropriate for the ISO. ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ISO 80: F/2 to F/32 ISO 200: F/2.8 to F/45 ISO 400: F/4 to F/64 ISO 800: F/5.6 to F/64 ISO 1600: F/8 to F/64 3 Press and hold the Flash Sync AE-L AF-L AF-ON ISO BKT L CSM IMPORTANT: To avoid image blur, attach the camera to a tripod.
Guide Numbers for Determining the Correct Aperture Guide numbers help you determine a correct exposure or proper aperture (f/stop) when using the SB-28D in the Manual M or Repeating Flash mode. The guide number represents the amount of light at ISO 200 for meters/feet (m/ft) generated by the flash. With the SB-28D, you can calculate a correct aperture or desired flash shooting distance by using the following equations and the guide number table.
With ISO set to 200, you can locate the guide number in the table (shown on the previous page), then use the formulas on the previous page to determine aperture or the optimal flash shooting distance. For example, with ISO 200, a Flash output level of 1/1 (full), a Zoom-head position of 35 mm, the guide number is 51/167. If the Flash shooting distance is 9 meters (approximately 30 feet), the appropriate aperture is: f/stop = 51/9 (meters) = 5.67 = approximately 5.6 f/stop = 167/30 (feet) = 5.
12 Camera Images Working with Images on the Camera 12 The Image LCD panel allows you to view images and information about images stored on a PC Card. You can adjust the display contrast for a better view of the images. In addition, you can record sound files to be associated with images, and delete images to free up space on the PC Card. Image Review Mode There are three modes available for viewing images on the Image LCD panel: Single, Four, and Nine Image Review mode.
Setting the Review Mode 1 Insert a PC Card. Refer to “Inserting/Removing PC Cards” on page 5-3. 2 Press the Display button to turn on the Image LCD panel. 3 Select the Display icon, then select Single, Four, or Nine image Review mode. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-14. One, four, or nine images will be displayed. Refer to “Image Review Mode” on page 12-1.
12 Reviewing Images 1 Select a PC Card and folder (page 5-8). 2 Select the Display icon, then select the Image Review mode (page 2-14). 3 Adjust the contrast, if needed (page 12-6). 4 Navigate through the images in the currently selected folder. (described on the next few pages.) Navigating in Single Image Review Mode Press and hold the Selector button and press the right or left side of the Navigate switch to scroll forward or backward through the images in the currently selected folder.
Navigating Horizontally Press and hold the Selector button and press the right side of the Navigate switch to scroll horizontally from the lower numbered to the higher numbered images in the currently selected folder. 44 45 44 45 44 45 46 47 46 47 46 47 44 45 45 46 46 47 46 47 47 48 48 49 Press and hold the Selector button and press the left side of the Navigate switch to scroll horizontally from the higher numbered to the lower numbered images in the currently selected folder.
12 Navigating Vertically 42 43 44 45 42 43 44 45 44 45 46 47 46 47 48 49 48 49 50 51 Press and hold the Selector button and press the top of the Navigate switch to scroll vertically from the higher numbered to the lower numbered images in the currently selected folder.
Adjusting Display Contrast You can change the contrast to lighten or darken the images displayed on the Image LCD panel. ☛ Changing contrast does not affect the stored images, only the view of the images on the Image LCD panel. If you change the contrast setting, the change is maintained during Powersave and when you turn off the camera. 1 Select the Contrast icon. Refer to “Menu Bar” on page 2-12. A grayscale bar is displayed at the side of the image and a slider is displayed across the top.
12 Selecting an Image 1 Press and hold the Selector and navigate through the images until the selection rectangle is displayed over the image that you wish to select. 2 Release the Selector button. 12-7 Camera Images You must select an image if you want to tag it, record a sound file, or specify that it not be deleted, as described in the next few sections. When you capture an image, that image automatically becomes the current image.
Setting Display Options You can specify that areas of overexposure be highlighted. In addition, you can specify that the exposure histogram and information about the image be displayed. (The histogram is only displayed in Single Image Review mode.) 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu (page 2-14). 2 Select Display Options from the Main menu. The Display Options screen appears. 3 Click an option to turn it on or off.
Date Time Shutter speed ISO setting Aperture Exposure mode Exposure compensation The image histogram shows the range and distribution of tonal values for an image. It displays the number of occurrences of each pixel code value, and can be used to assess an image’s brightness and contrast levels. Pixel code values represent the relative value of light intensities in a scene. They range from 0 (darkest elements in a scene) to 255 (brightest elements in a scene).
Tagging Images You can tag one or more images then perform operations on the tagged (or untagged) images using the camera or the DCS Host software. On the camera, you can specify that the tagged images be processed (page 6-2), transmitted, or NOT deleted (page 12-14). (Image transmission is described in the DCS Transmission kit which can be purchases separately.) In the DCS Host software you can select tagged (or untagged) images and perform a variety of operations.
12 Associating Sound Files With Images 1 Capture an image or select the image to which you wish to attach a sound file. 2 Press and hold the Record/Tag button for more than one second. ISO SLOW REAR BKT CUSTOM AUTO ISO BKT ISO BKT L CSM A Microphone icon in the Back Status LCD panel indicates that you can begin recording. SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO 12-11 Camera Images You can attach a sound file to the current image, either immediately after you capture it, or later when you review it.
3 Speak into the microphone while continuing to press the Record/Tag button. 4 Release the Record/Tag button. The recording stops and the Microphone icon goes away.
12 Deleting Images Deleting a Single Image 1 Press and hold the Display button and the Selector button at the same time. If the Image LCD panel is off, it will turn on. The Delete Image screen appears, showing the current image (whether the Image LCD panel was on or off). 2 While continuing to hold the Selector button, release the Display button and use the Navigate switch to highlight your choice.
Deleting More Than One Image You can delete all images in a folder, all untagged images in a folder, all images on a PC Card, or all untagged images on a PC Card. 1 Select a PC Card, if necessary. 2 To delete all untagged images in a folder or on a card, tag any images that you DO NOT want to delete. Refer to “Tagging Images” on page 12-10. 3 Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu. 4 Select Delete Images from the Main menu.
12 Recovering Deleted Images For the Recover function to work, the PC Card must have been formatted on the camera. (The Recover function will not work for a card “out of the box” or formatted using the DCS Host software.) 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu. 2 Choose Card from the Main menu. The Card menu appears. 3 Choose Recover Card. A confirmation screen appears. A Recover folder is created on the PC Card when you recover images. 4 Click OK.
INSERT PHOTO HERE Advanced Operation 13 This chapter explains advanced photographic techniques and applications such as Exposure mode, Flexible program, Focus lock, AE/AF lock, and Exposure compensation. It also explains the use of the Self timer, long term exposure, and Custom Settings. 13 Capturing Images in Each Exposure Mode ☛ This operation can be performed only with lenses having a built-in CPU. Refer to Appendix C for more information.
2 Press and hold the MODE button O FF ON AE-L AF-L AF-ON MODE and rotate the Main-Command dial until S appears in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder. 3 Remove your finger from the MODE button, and rotate the Main-Command dial to select the desired shutter speed. ☛ Shutter speed is divided into 1/3 stop increments from 30 seconds to 1/8000 second, and the flash sync speed is 1/250 second (x25o). 4 Look inside the viewfinder, compose, and lightly press the Shutter Release button.
5 Confirm the automatically set aperture value. 13 6 Fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture the image. Locking Shutter Speed You can lock the selected shutter speed to avoid accidental changes of settings. Press the L (Shutter Lock) button and rotate the Main-Command dial. AE-L AF-L AF-ON ISO BKT L LOCK appears in the Top Status LCD panel and L appears in the viewfinder above the shutter speed indications.
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 1 Press and hold the MODE button O FF and rotate the Main-Command dial until A appears in the Top Status LCD panel and in the viewfinder. ON AE-L AF-L AF-ON MODE 2 Remove your finger from the MODE button, and rotate the Sub-Command dial to select the desired aperture. MODE 3 Set the lens to its minimum aperture. Refer to “Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture” on page 2-22.
The aperture setting is indicated in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder. The aperture indication changes in 1/3 stop increments between the lens’ maximum and minimum apertures. To select the minimum aperture with the lens aperture ring, you must also set the minimum aperture with the Sub-Command dial. 4 Look inside the viewfinder. Compose, and lightly press the Shutter Release button. O FF ON MODE 13-5 13 Advanced You can also set the aperture by rotating the lens aperture ring.
5 Confirm the automatically set shutter speed. 6 Fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture an image.
Locking the Aperture You can lock the selected aperture to avoid accidental changes of settings. Press the L (Aperture Lock) button and rotate the Sub-Command dial. MODE ISO BKT L CSM LOCK appears in the Top Status LCD panel and L appears in the viewfinder above the aperture indications. LOCK CUSTOM and L disappear. You can use Custom Setting #22 to set the aperture so that it will not change when you rotate the Sub-Command Dial. Set the aperture by rotating the lens’ aperture ring in this case.
Different Procedures for Different Lenses Lens Type Procedure Lens without a CPU F-- blinks instead of the aperture value in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder. Set the aperture manually with the lens aperture ring. AI-type lens Confirm the aperture value on lens barrel. Lens having fixed aperture, such as a Reflex-Nikkor lenses Aperture cannot be changed. Lens without an auto diaphragm such as a PC-Nikkor lenses Switch to Manual exposure mode. See below.
2 Remove your finger from the MODE button, and set the shutter speed by rotating the Main Command dial. Shutter speed can be set in 1/3 stop increments. In Manual exposure mode, you can set the shutter speed to buLb for extended time exposures. Refer to “Long Time Exposure” on page 13-30. 13 3 Rotate the Sub-Command dial to MODE Aperture is divided into 1/3 step increments from the maximum to the minimum apertures. You can also set the aperture by rotating the lens aperture ring.
4 Look into the viewfinder, compose the scene, and lightly press the Shutter Release button. 5 Adjust the aperture and/or shutter speed until the electronic analog exposure display shows “0” or the desired exposure value. Examples Over +2EV +2EV + 1/3EV +OEV Below -2EV - 1/3EV 6 Fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture an image.
CUSTOM You can use Custom Setting #19 to change the lowest shutter speed from 30 seconds to as much as 30 minutes. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 13-32. CUSTOM You can use Custom Setting #22 to set the aperture so that it will not change when you rotate the Sub-Command Dial. Set the aperture by rotating the lens aperture ring in this case. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 13-32.
Different Procedures for Different Lenses Lens Type Lenses without a CPU Procedure ☛ F-- blinks instead of the aperture value in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder. Set the aperture manually with lens aperture ring. Lens having fixed aperture, such as a Reflex-Nikkor lenses Aperture cannot be changed. Adjust exposure by changing the shutter speed. Lenses without an auto diaphragm such as a PC-Nikkor lens Lens is stopped down when a smaller aperture (larger f-stop) is selected.
Flexible Program Flexible Program changes the shutter speed/aperture combination in Programmed Auto Exposure mode. Flexible Program lets you temporarily change an automatically set shutter speed/aperture combination in 1/3 step increments, while maintaining consistent exposure. 1 Select Programmed Auto Exposure mode (P). Refer to “Setting Exposure Mode” on page 8-17. 13 2 Lightly press the Shutter Release button.
3 Rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired shutter speed or aperture value appears in the viewfinder and Top Status LCD panel. The Flexible Program indicator (P*) appears, indicating that the program has been shifted or changed. AE-L AF-L AF-ON The shifted program is maintained unless you rotate the Main-Command dial to the previous shutter speed/aperture.
1 Position the focus brackets on the subject and lightly press the Shutter Release button to start the autofocus operation. 2 Confirm that the green in-focus indicator • appears in the 13 viewfinder. Advanced 3 Keeping the Shutter Release button lightly pressed, recompose, then fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture the image. CUSTOM You can use Custom Setting #7 to set both exposure and focus to lock simultaneously when you lightly press the Shutter Release button.
☛ If a subject is covered by one of the five focus brackets, you can also capture an image of an off-center subject by shifting the focus to the relevant focus area without changing the composition. Refer to “Selecting the Focus Area” on page 9-1. AE/AF Lock You can simultaneously lock both exposure and focus by pressing the AE-L/AF-L button. AE/AF lock can be used with both Single Area AF or Dynamic AF operation, and with all metering systems used for automatic exposure control functions.
About AE Lock When you are using Auto Exposure mode, use AE lock to control exposure based on the brightness of a specific area within a scene. Center-Weighted (page 8-11) or Spot Metering (page 8-12) is recommended when using AE lock. 1 Position the focus brackets on the subject. 2 Lightly press and hold the Shutter Release button to start the autofocus operation. button lightly pressed, confirm that the in-focus indicator • appears in the viewfinder.
4 Keep pressing the AE-L/AF-L button, recompose the scene, then fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture the image. CUSTOM You can use Custom Setting #21 to set the AE-L/AF-L button to lock either focus or exposure (not both, as with the default). You can use Custom Setting #5 to set the AE-L/AF-L button to lock the camera’s controlled shutter speed and aperture instead of the detected exposure value.Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 13-32.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is a photographic technique that enables you to vary the final exposure settings from those measured by the camera’s light meter. 3D Color Matrix Metering employs methods of exposure calculation that automatically apply exposure compensation, depending upon scene brightness, contrast, focused subject’s distance and color distribution of the entire frame.
Obtaining the Meter Reading in Manual Exposure Mode If you are using Manual Exposure mode and want to set an exposure for a specific brightness value within the scene, switch the metering system to Center-Weighted or Spot and use the following method. 1 Center the main subject inside the viewfinder and/or move in closer until the reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering or Spot Metering is fully covered by the subject. 2 Lightly press the Shutter Release button.
3 Adjust the shutter speed and aperture by rotating the Mainand/or Sub-Command dials until the electronic analog exposure display shows the desired exposure. MODE AE-L AF-L AF-ON 13 Advanced 4 Recompose the picture and capture the image. ☛ If you are using Single Servo AF mode and recomposing the picture could change subject-to-camera distance, refocus by briefly removing your finger from the Shutter Release button then lightly pressing again.
Exposure Compensation Function To modify exposure control (from the ISO standard), use the exposure compensation button. Compensation can be applied from –5EV to +5EV in 1/3 EV steps. After capturing your images, be sure to reset the compensation to “0” to resume normal operation. ☛ If Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure bracketing is also set, exposure compensation will be the combined compensation values.
When you remove your finger from the +/- button, the +/symbol in the viewfinder stays on to indicate that exposure compensation is on, but the compensation value disappears. To display the compensation value, press the +/- button again. 2 After you have captured the desired images, reset the amount of compensation to “0.0” to resume normal operation.
Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing In situations where you might find it difficult to obtain a proper exposure, Auto Exposure/ Flash Exposure bracketing lets you shoot the same subject at two or three different exposures, with a variable exposure compensation degree of 0.3 EV, 0.7 EV or 1 EV.
2 While pressing the BKT button, rotate the Sub-Command dial to select the desired number of shots and the compensation value from one of those shown in the table below. MODE ISO BKT L CSM # Shots Compensated EV value Back Status LCD panel 13 Two 0 and +1/3 2F0.3 BKT Two 0 and -1/3 2F0.3 BKT Two 0 and +2/3 2F0.7 BKT Two 0 and -2/3 2F0.7 BKT Two 0 and +1 2F1.0 BKT Two 0 and -1 2F1.0 Three 0, -1/3 and +1/3 (default) 3F0.3 BKT + – Three 0, -2/3 and +2/3 3F0.
3 Compose the picture, confirm the focus and exposure, then fully depress the Shutter Release button. 4 With the Drive mode at Singleframe shooting (S), fully depress the Shutter Release button the set number of times. With the Drive mode at continuous shooting (CH, CL or CS), fully depress the Shutter Release button and hold it in until the set number of images have been captured and Drive mode stops automatically. Refer to “Choosing a Drive Mode” on page 10-10.
CUSTOM In Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure bracketing mode, you can set Custom Setting #3 to start shooting with negative compensation, no compensation and positive compensation in that order. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 13-32. You can perform only Auto Exposure bracketing or Flash Exposure bracketing using Custom Setting #24. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 13-32.
Self-Timer 1 While pressing the Lock release, set the Drive mode/Self-timer selector to (self-timer) position. CS 2 Compose the picture. Lightly O FF MODE 13-28 ON press the Shutter Release button, and confirm focus and exposure. Refer to “Selecting the Focus Area” on page 9-1 and “Setting Exposure Mode” on page 8-17.
3 With all auto exposure modes, close the eyepiece shutter before starting the self-timer to prevent stray light from entering the viewfinder and affecting the exposure. 13 Release button. The Self-timer LED starts blinking and the shutter will be released after 10 seconds. During the final two seconds, the LED stays on, warning you to get ready to capture the image. ☛ To cancel the self-timer operation, turn the Drive mode/Self-timer selector to another position.
Long Time Exposure At buLb setting, the shutter stays open as long as the Shutter Release button remains depressed. IMPORTANT: Long exposures may add noise and produce a less desirable image. For quality purposes, single image exposure of more than .5 second is not recommended. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake which may blur the image. Use of remote control accessories, such as the Nikon Remote Cord MC-20, MC-30, or Modulite Remote Control Set ML-3 is also recommended.
1 Press and hold the MODE O FF button and rotate the MainCommand dial to select M for Manual Exposure mode. ON AE-L AF-L AF-ON MODE M appears in the Top Status LCD panel. MODE button and rotate the Main-Command dial until buLb (Bulb exposure) appears in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder. 3 Fully depress the Shutter Release button. (Hold the Shutter Release button as long as desired.) O FF ON To close the shutter, remove your finger from the Shutter Release button.
Custom Settings You can use the Custom Setting feature to create a combination of functions that are different from the factory settings. Use the method described below or the Custom Settings menu, available through Properties (page 4-7) ☛ In general, the Custom Settings menu is easier to use, since the settings are labeled. Making a Custom Setting To make a custom setting, select a custom function, then select the option for the custom function.
3 Rotate the Sub-Command Dial to set your desired option. CUSTOM appears in the Back Status LCD panel. MODE 13 Advanced Reset Factory Settings To reset all Custom Settings, press the BKT and CSM buttons simultaneously for more than two seconds. All Custom Settings but #0 revert to the factory settings. (If 0-b is selected when you reset the factory settings, it will remain selected.) To reset an individual Custom Setting, select the desired function then select “0” (the default option).
Custom Settings Table The following table describes Custom Settings functions and options, and indicates the values that are displayed in the Back Status LCD panel. Your Option LCD Panel Custom Setting A 0-A To store a combination of your Custom Custom Setting B Settings, select 0-A or 0-b then set Custom Setting #1 to #24. After you have completed the two groups of settings, you can easily switch between combination A and B by selecting 0-A or 0-b.
Number 4 Function Autofocus activated when the Shutter Release button is lightly pressed: Your Option LCD Panel Activated 4-0 Disabled 4-1 Detected value 5-0 At the default setting, autofocus is activated and the lens starts focusing when the Shutter Release button is lightly pressed. To disable autofocus, select 4-1.
Number 10 Function Your Option Drive rate in CL (DCS 620 and 620x only) 2.0 fps At the default setting, the frame rate is 2.0 fps. 2.5 fps To change the frame rate to 2.5 fps, select 10-1. LCD Panel 10-0 10-1 Custom Setting #10 is not available on the DCS 660 or 660M. The frame rate is always 0.15 fps. 11 Alert LED in buLb exposure: Does not blink 11-0 To enable the alert LED to blink during buLb exposure, select 11-1.
Number 17 Function Bracketing in Manual Exposure mode: At the default setting, the shutter speed shifts with each image captured when bracketing is performed. To change the shifting factor to a shutter speed/aperture combination, shutter speed, aperture, or flash output level respectively, select 11A, 10A, 01A, or 00A.
Function 20 Flash Sync speed: To lock the flash sync speed at 1/300, 1/250, 1/200, 1/160, 1/125, 1/100, 1/80 or 1/60, select 3oo, 25o, 2oo, 16o, 125, 1oo, 8o, or 6o. You can set the flash sync speed to only1/300 in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode. (To select 1/300, select a flash sync speed of x25o, then rotate the Main-Command dial to set 3oo. Shutter speed is controlled to 1/250 in Programmed Auto or Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode.
Number 24 Function Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure bracketing: At the default setting, when bracketing is activated, both Auto Exposure and Flash Exposure bracketing are performed. To perform only Auto Exposure bracketing or Flash Exposure bracketing, select 01E or 10E.
INSERT PHOTO HERE Connecting to Your Computer 14 There are two ways to access camera images from your computer: ✔ Connect the camera to the computer using an IEEE 1394 connection, then access the images using the DCS Host software. ✔ Remove the PC Card from the camera, insert it into a PC Card reader in your computer, then access the images using the DCS Host software. ☛ Refer to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Host Software User’s Manual on the DCS Host Software CD included with your camera.
Connecting Your Camera to the Computer You connect your camera to the computer using an IEEE 1394 cable. This cable moves images from the camera to the computer at a very rapid rate. The IEEE 1394 cable is easy to use—you can plug either end into the camera or the computer, and you don’t need to turn off the computer or the camera before connecting or disconnecting. ☛ You must use an IEEE 1394 connector and adapter card. To Connect to the Computer 1 Charge and insert the battery or hook up the AC adapter.
4 Connect the other end of the cable into any available port on the IEEE 1394 adapter card on your computer. The adapter card may have multiple ports. ☛ You may connect more than one camera or other IEEE 1394 devices to the card as long as you avoid a closed loop configuration. (The drawing indicates an acceptable configuration.) ☛ The camera’s IEEE 1394 port does not support a second pass-through connector, and is meant to be the last device on the “daisy chain.
Quitting—Disconnecting from the Computer Complete these steps when your work with the camera and the computer is complete. You can connect or disconnect the camera without turning the camera or the computer Off. CAUTION: Do not disconnect the camera from the computer while the DCS Host Software Image window is open. Doing so may result in the loss of data from the PC Card. 1 If the DCS Host Software is running, click the Done button in the Image window. 2 Disconnect the camera from the computer.
Transmitting Data 15 You can use the serial port on your camera to transfer data between your camera and other devices. In addition, there is a purchasable option that enables you to transmit images to a remote location using a cellular phone. Connecting a Device to the Serial Port You can connect a variety of devices to your camera’s serial port using a serial cable (available from your dealer of KODAK products). Devices used to transmit text strings must be RS-232 compliant.
Accessing Serial Port Options 1 Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu (page 2-14). 2 Select Serial Port from the Main menu. The Serial Port menu appears. 3 Select one of the following: ✔ Baud Rate (page 15-2) ✔ Serial In (page 15-3) ✔ Serial Out (page 15-3) Setting the Baud Rate Before transmitting data between the camera and a connected device, you must set the correct baud rate required by the device.
Serial In Mode Using Serial In mode, your camera accepts text strings from a connected external device. The information is then added to specified image headers. ☛ Serial In and Serial Out modes can work at the same time. 1 Select Serial In from the Serial Port menu (page 15-2). The Serial In Mode menu appears. 2 Select your choice (described in the table below). The setting is retained until you change it, disconnect the device, or use the Transmit option (page 15-6).
Serial In Status When you select New Images or Previous Image from the Serial In Mode menu, the Serial In Status choice becomes available. Select Serial in Status from the Serial Port menu. If the connected device is sending data, a message indicates the most recent data received. If there is no device connected or if a connected device is not currently sending data, this message appears.
Serial Out Mode When the serial port is in Serial Out mode, your camera sends data to a remotely connected device. ☛ Serial In and Serial Out modes can work at the same time. 1 Select Serial Out from the Serial Port menu (page 15-2). The Serial Out Mode menu appears. 2 Select your choice (described in the table below). The setting is retained until you change it, or use the Transmit option (page 15-6). Modem is selected automatically with this option.
Image Transmit You can transmit images from your camera to a remote computer using a cell phone. The DCS Transmission kit (available from your dealer of Kodak products) includes hardware and documentation to be used when you connect your camera to a cell phone. It also contains a certificate with information that you must use to acquire a special firmware key. When you load firmware version 3.2 or later into your camera, you can activate the Transmit option by loading the firmware key.
16 Camera Care Camera Care 16 Handling With careful handling, your camera should produce images of the highest quality for years to come. ✔ Be careful not to drop your camera or subject it to shock. (While the camera has been designed for durability, it is a precision instrument and should be handled with care.) ✔ Keep the camera out of salt spray and protect it from excessive moisture. If you use it at the beach, clean it thoroughly afterward with a dry cloth.
Cleaning 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Disconnect the camera from the AC adapter and from the computer if they are connected. 3 Using a damp cloth, clean only the outside cabinet, the Top Status LCD panel, the Back Status LCD panel, and the Image LCD panel. ☛ Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the outside of the camera. 4 Clean the viewfinder eyepiece with a soft, clean cloth. Do not use alcohol.
16 Anti-aliasing Filter and IR Filter ☛ The anti-aliasing or IR filter can accommodate a fair amount of dust before cleaning is necessary. It should be cleaned less often than the imager to avoid damage. Removing, Cleaning, and Re-installing the Anti-aliasing or IR Filter 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Remove the lens from the camera. CAUTION: Be very careful when removing the filter, as it is a fragile device.
4 Carefully remove the filter bracket from the camera. 5 Gently blow off the dust using commercially available canned air. If the anti-aliasing filter is still dirty, contact your dealer or service representative. 6 To re-install, place the filter bracket tabs into the upper two notches on the camera lens opening, and secure the screws at the sides. 7 Carefully screw in the two screws. Alternate the tightening sequence so that each screw is tightened a little at a time until both screws are snug.
16 The Imager Determining if the Imager is Dirty Even though the imager is located inside the camera, it can get dirty. There are two ways to determine whether it needs cleaning: ✔ Capture a test image and look for imperfections that indicate dirt on the imager. ✔ Access, then visually inspect the imager for dirt. Examining a Test Image 1 Connect your camera to your computer. Refer to “Connecting Your Camera to the Computer” on page 14-2.
Visually inspecting the Imager 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Remove the lens from the camera. 3 Remove the anti-aliasing or IR filter. CAUTION: Be very careful when removing the filter, as it is a fragile device. 4 Insert a battery, if one is not present. 5 Connect the camera to an AC adapter, if one is not already connected. CAUTION: Two sources of power are needed as a safeguard to prevent the shutter closing unexpectedly and being ruined. 6 Turn on the camera.
16 9 Select OK to proceed, or Cancel to cancel the process. If you chose Cancel, you can turn off the camera and replace the filter and lens. If you chose OK, the mirror raises and the shutter opens. The Close Shutter screen appears in the Image Display. 10 Hold the camera so that light reflects off the imager. Visually inspect the imager. 16-7 Camera Care If the battery and AC adapter are in place, the Open Shutter screen appears in the Image LCD panel.
Cleaning the Imager If the imager is dirty, check the Kodak Web site for instructions on cleaning. Reassembling the Camera You must reassemble your camera after inspecting or cleaning the imager. 1 Select Yes in the Close Shutter screen. The mirrors lower and the shutter closes. 2 Turn off the camera. 3 Carefully replace the antialiasing or IR filter. 4 Replace the lens.
16 Storing ✔ Keep the camera out of direct sunlight, and away from hot spots such as the trunk or rear window shelf of a car. ✔ Avoid places where chemical agents such as moth balls are used. ✔ To prevent corrosion, avoid storing the camera in a laboratory or other location where chemicals are used. ✔ Do not store the camera in a drawer or other non-ventilated place. ✔ Remove the battery if you do not expect to use the camera for several days.
Installing Camera Firmware on Your Computer Firmware is the software program that runs within the camera and controls its operation. Access new firmware versions them from the Kodak WWW site (http://www.kodak.com). Before you update the firmware on your camera, install it on your computer. Download the firmware from the Kodak WWW site. From the Kodak Home page, search for Digital Cameras, DCS 600 Series, and look for software download instructions.
16 Updating From the PC Card 2 Insert a PC Card into the card reader on your computer. Refer to “Using the Card Reader” on page 14-4. 3 On your computer, copy the firmware file (dcs6xx.bin) to the cards root directory. IMPORTANT: Place the firmware file in the root directory. It will not work if placed in a folder. 4 Insert the card in your camera. Refer to “Inserting/Removing PC Cards” on page 5-3. 5 Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu (page 2-14).
Appendix A - Specifications Integral-motor autofocus 35 mm single-lens reflex Imager size DCS 620 and 620x: 2 million pixels DCS 660 and 660M: 6 million pixels Lens mount Nikon F mount Lens Refer to Appendix C Focus mode Autofocus and Manual with Electronic Rangefinder AF area mode Single Area AF and Dynamic AF selectable Autofocus area Five selectable focus areas Autofocus mode Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority and Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority Focus Tracking Automatically act
Shutter speeds Lithium niobate oscillator-controlled speeds from 1/8000 to 30 seconds (in 1/3 stop increments); electromagnetically controlled Bulb setting Viewfinder Nikon multi-meter finder DP-30 provided as standard for the DCS 660 and 660M, modified for the DCS 620 and 620x; fixed eyelevel pentaprism high-eyepoint type; 0.
Automatic, instant-return type Accessory shoe Standard ISO-type hot-shoe contact; ready-light contact, monitor contact; mount receptacle for SB-28D/SB-28/SB-27/SB-26/SB-25’s Posi-Mount System provided Flash sync control Slow Sync and Rear-Curtain Sync built-in Flash synchronization In Programmed Auto or Aperture-Priority Auto, shutter operates from 1/250 to 1/60 second in normal sync, 1/250 to 30 seconds in slow sync; in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode, shutter operates at speed set, or
Appendix B - Troubleshooting If you run into a problem operating your camera, check the following table to see if you can find the cause of the problem. If the trouble persists, take the camera to your nearest dealer or service center. Top Status LCD Panel Viewfinder Shutter Cause and Remedy No indication Locked The battery is exhausted or improperly installed. Rotate the power switch to OFF and replace the battery.
Top Status LCD Panel P or S blinks — Viewfinder A appears blinks Shutter Cause and Remedy Can be released Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode is set even though attached lens has no CPU. Camera automatically resets exposure mode to Aperture-Priority Auto. Locked Autofocus (and manual focus with Electronic Rangefinder) is not possible. Focus manually.
Other symptoms, causes and remedies: Symptom Cause Remedy The camera settings cannot be changed. The camera is turned Off Turn on the camera. Autofocusing does not operate. The Focus Mode selector is set to M. Set the Focus Mode selector to C or S. The shutter does not release. The camera is busy writing to the PC Card. Wait until the PC Card icon on the Back Status LCD panel stops blinking. The subject is not in focus. Wait until the subject is in focus.
Appendix C - Lens and Viewfinder Compatibility Compatible Lenses Your camera works with the following NIKKOR lenses. Some work with the camera’s antialiasing or IR filter in place, some work without it, and some work in either situation. (Use the table below as a reference.) You cannot use non-AI or modified AI lenses with your camera. Manual Single Focal Length Lenses Lens Name Ai 6/2.8S Lens Type Fish Eye Works with Works without Antialiasing or IR Antialiasing or IR Filter Filter x x x x Ai 13/5.
Lens Name Lens Type Works with Works without Antialiasing or IR Antialiasing or IR Filter Filter Ai 20/3.5S x Ai 20/4 x Ai 24/2 x Ai 24/2S x x Ai 24/2.8 x Ai 24/2.8S x x Ai 28/2 x Ai 28/2S x x Ai 28/2.8 x E 28/2.8 x x Ai 28/2.8S x x Ai 28/3.5 x x Ai 28/3.5S x x Ai 35/1.4 x x Ai 35/1.4S x x Ai 35/2 x x Ai 35/2S x x E 35/2.5 Series E x Ai 35/2.8 x x Ai 35/2.8S x x Ai 50/1.2 x x Ai 50/1.2S x x Ai 50/1.4 x x Ai 50/1.4S x x Ai 50/1.
Lens Name Lens Type Works with Works without Antialiasing or IR Antialiasing or IR Filter Filter Ai 55/3.5 Micro x Ai 58/1.2 Noct x Ai 58/1.2S Noct x x Ai 85/1.4S x x Ai 85/2 x x Ai 85/2S x x E 100/2.8 x x Ai 105/1.8S x x Ai 105/2.5 x x Ai 105/2.5S x x x x Ai 105/2.8S Micro Micro x x Ai 105/4S Micro x x Ai 105/4.5S Ultra Violet x x Ai 135/2 x x Ai 135/2S x x Ai 135/2.8 x x Ai 135/2.8S x x E 135/2.8 x x Ai 135/3.5 x x Ai 135/3.
Lens Name Lens Type Works with Works without Antialiasing or IR Antialiasing or IR Filter Filter Ai 300/2.8S x x Ai 300/4.5 x x Ai 300/4.5S x x Ai 300/4.5 x x Ai 300/4.5 x x Ai 300/4.5S x x Ai 400/2.8S x x Ai 400/3.5 x x Ai 400/3.5S x x Ai 400/5.6 x x Ai 400/5.6 x x Ai 400/5.6S x x Ai 500/4S x x Ai 600/4 x x Ai 600/4S x x Ai 600/5.6 x x Ai 600/5.6S x x Ai 800/5.6S x x Ai 800/8 x x Ai 800/8S x x Ai 1200/11 x x Ai 1200/11S x x 28/3.
Manual Zoom Lenses Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter Ai Zoom25-50/4 x x Ai Zoom25-50/4S x x Ai Zoom28-45/4.5 x x Ai Zoom28-50/3.5S x x Ai Zoom28-85/3.54.5S x x Ai Zoom35-70/3.34.5S x x Ai Zoom35-70/3.5 x x Ai Zoom35-70/3.5S x x Ai Zoom35-105/3.54.5S x x Ai Zoom35-135/3.54.5S x x Ai Zoom35-200/3.54.5S x x x x Ai Zoom43-86/3.5 x x Ai Zoom50-135/ 3.5S x x Ai Zoom50-300/4.5 x x Ai Zoom50-300/4.5 x x Ai Zoom50-300/ 4.
Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter Ai Zoom100-300/ 5.6S x x Ai Zoom180-600/8S x x Ai Zoom200-400/4S x x Ai Zoom200-600/ 9.5S x x Ai Zoom360-1200/ 11S x x Ai Zoom1200-1700/ 5.6-8S x x Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter x x AF 18/2.8D x x AF 20/2.8 x x AF 20/2.8D x x AF 24/2.8 x x AF 24/2.8D x x AF 28/1.4D x x AF 28/2.8 x x AF 28/2.8D x x AF 35/2 x x AF 35/2D x x AF 50/1.4 x x AF 50/1.
Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter x x AF 85/1.8 x x AF 85/1.8D x x Lens Name AF 60/2.8D Lens Type Micro AF 85/1.4D x x AF 105/2D Defocus Control x x AF 105/2.8 Micro x x AF 105/2.8D Micro x x AF 135/2 Defocus Control x x AF 135/2D Defocus Control x x AF 180/2.8 x x AF 180/2.8D x x AF 200/4D x x AF 300/2.8 Micro x x AF 300/4 x x AF I 300/2.8D x x AF I 400/2.8D x x AF I 500/4D x x AF I 600/4D x x AF S 300/2.
Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter AF Zoom 24- 50/ 3.3-4.5D x x AF Zoom 24- 120/ 3.5-5.6D x x AF Zoom 28 - 70/ 3.5-4.5 x x AF Zoom 28 - 70/ 3.5-4.5D x x AF Zoom 28- 80/ 3.5-5.6D x x AF Zoom 28- 85/ 3.5-4.5S x x AF Zoom 28- 85/ 3.5-4.5 x x AF Zoom 28-200/ 3.5-5.6D x x AF Zoom 35- 70/2.8 x x AF Zoom 35- 70/ 2.8D x x AF Zoom 35- 70/ 3.3-4.5 x x AF Zoom 35- 80/ 4.0-5.6D x x AF Zoom 35-105/ 3.5-4.5 x x AF Zoom 35-105/ 3.5-4.
Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter AF Zoom 70-300/ 4.5-5.6D x x AF Zoom 70-300/ 4.5-5.6 x x AF Zoom 80-200/ 2.8 x x AF Zoom 80-200/ 2.8D x x AF Zoom 80-200/ 4.5-5.6D x x x x Lens Name AF Zoom 75-180/ 4.5-5.6D Lens Type Micro IX Zoom 20-60/3.55.6 IX Zoom 24-70/3.55.6 IX Zoom 60-180/ 3.5-5.
Appendix D Appendix D - Glossary AE (Automatic Exposure) lock Used to hold an automatically controlled shutter speed and/or aperture. Recommended when the photographer wants to control an exposure based on a scene’s particular brightness area with Center-Weighted or Spot Metering.
EV Exposure Value: A number representing the available combinations of shutter speeds and apertures that give the same exposure effect under conditions of similar scene brightness and ISO. At ISO 100, the combination of a one-second shutter speed and an aperture of f/1.4 is defined as EV1. The camera may be used only within the EV range of the exposure meter.
F-number Flexible Program Flexible Program function temporarily shifts an automatically selected shutter speed/aperture combination while maintaining correct exposure. That is, a desired shutter speed or aperture can be selected in Programmed Auto exposure mode. Focus-Priority for autofocus The shutter cannot be released until the subject is in focus. Focus-Priority is given to Single Servo AF mode while Release-Priority is given to Continuous Servo AF.
Guide number The guide number indicates the power of a flash in relation to ISO. Guide numbers, quoted in either meters or feet, are used to calculate the f/stop for correct exposure as follows: guide number f/stop = ——————————— flash-to-subject distance Using a selected aperture, we can calculate the required flash-to-subject distance with the formula: guide number flash-to-subject distance = ——————— f/stop Useful for determining the maximum flash-to-subject distance for flash photography.
Manual flash Matrix Metering system An advanced exposure metering system using a multi-segment sensor and computer. 3D Color Matrix Metering: With Multi-Meter Finder DP-30 and D-type AF Nikkor lenses, 3D Color Matrix Metering is automatically activated with the F5. With the classic techniques of evaluating for 18% reflectance, factors such as brightness and contrast are primarily used to determine exposure.
Release-Priority for autofocus Shutter can be released anytime (i.e., even when subject is not in focus). Helps you avoid missed opportunities when you are not concerned with absolute focusing precision. Release-Priority is given to Continuous Servo AF mode while Focus-Priority is given to Single Servo AF. Using Custom Setting, however, you can change the priority to Focus-Priority Continuous Servo AF or Release-Priority Single Servo AF. Single Servo AF Once the subject is in focus, focus is locked.
Appendix E - Problem Report KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 600 Series Digital Cameras Customer Return Address Name______________________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ City________________________________State_____Zip_____________--______ Phone ( ) ______________________________________________________
Appendix F - Remote Control Accessories The following accessories (available from Nikon) are compatible with your camera: Nikon Code Name Compatibility Notes Adapter MC-20 Remote card Yes MC-21 Extension cord Yes MC-22 Remote cord with banana terminal Yes MC-23 Connecting cord for No simultaneous shutter release MC-30 Remote cord Yes MC-33 Personal computer connecting cord (Windows) No Necessary signal not provided from 10 pin terminal MC-34 Personal computer connecting cord (Macinto
Nikon Code Name Compatibility Notes ML-2 Modulite remote control set Yes ML-3 Modulite remote control set Yes AC-1WE Computer link software package (for Windows) Out of use Necessary signal does not provide from 10 pin terminal AC-1ME Computer link software package (for Macintosh) Out of use Necessary signal does not provide from 10 pin terminal MF-27 Data back Out of use Can not attach MF-28 Multi-control back Out of use Can not attach F-2 Adapter MC-25
Numerics 3D Color Matrix Metering 8-10 A AC Adapter 3-13, 7-5 Connecting 3-14, 7-5 Accessory Shoe 2-30 Actuations 4-6 AE/AF Lock 13-16 AF Area Mode Selecting 9-4 Anti-aliasing Filter 2-25, 16-3 Cleaning 16-3 Effect on Focus 9-15 Re-installing 16-3 Removing 16-3 Aperture Locking 13-7 Setting 13-4, 13-9 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode Capturing Images In 13-4 Auto Aperture Mode 11-2 Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing 13-24 Autofocus 9-6 Continuous Servo AF with ReleasePriority 9-9 Single Servo AF w
Conserving Batteries 3-11 Continuous Servo AF with ReleasePriority 9-9 Continuous Shooting 10-12 Custom Settings 13-32 Description 13-34 Making 13-32 Resetting to Factory Settings 13-33 Using the Properties Menu 4-7 D Data 6-8 Date and Time 4-1, 7-7 DCS 600 Series Camera Back 2-4 Camera Bottom 2-5 Camera Front 2-3 Camera Sides 2-6 Camera Top 2-5 Specifications A-1 Deleting Images All in Folder or PC Card 12-14 Multiple Images 7-19, 12-14 Single Image 7-18, 12-13 Untagged Images in Folder or PC Card 12-14 D
Flash Sync Mode 11-13 Rear Curtain Sync 11-15 Slow Sync 11-13 Flexible Program 13-13 Focus Area Locking 9-3 Selecting 9-1 Focus Lock for Off-center Subjects 13-14 Focus Mode Autofocus 9-6 Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority 9-9 Single Servo AF with FocusPriority 9-6 Manual Focus 9-10 Using a Clear Matte Field 9-13 With Electronic Rangefinder 9-11 Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority Moving Subject 9-8 Single Subject 9-7 Focusing Special Situations 9-13 Tips 9-13 Focusing Screen Changing 2-34 Folders Se
Removing 2-24 Locking Shutter Speed 13-3 Locking Shutter Speed/Aperture 13-11 Long Time Exposure 13-30 M Macintosh System Requirements 1-2 Main-Command Dial 2-17 Manual Exposure Mode 8-16 Capturing Images In 13-8 Obtaining Meter Reading 13-19, 1320 Manual Focus 9-10 Using a Clear Matte Field 9-13 Using the Electric Rangefinder 9-11 Mirror Lockup Lever 2-28 N Navigate Switch General Usage 2-9 Navigating Horizontally Through Images 12-4 Vertically Through Images 12-5 Neck Strap 2-35 Nine Image Review Mode 1
Selecting Images 7-13, 12-7 Selector Button 2-10 Self Timer 13-28 Self-Diagnostic Shutter System 2-31 Serial In Mode 15-3 Status 15-4 Serial Out Mode 15-5 Serial Port Options 15-2 Serial Port, Connecting 15-1 Sharpening 4-4 Shutter Speed Locking 13-3 Shutter Speed/Aperture Locking 13-11 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 8-15 Capturing Images In 13-1 Single Frame Shooting 10-11 Single Image Review Mode 12-3 Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority 9-6 Moving Subject 9-8 Single Subject 9-7 Slow Sync 11-13 Sound
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