Nikon Digital Still Camera §~ff~gs Instruction Manual
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Foreword Thank you for choosing the Nikon Digital Still Camera E2/E2s. In addition to this camera's advanced digital imaging technology, it also includes many highperformance Nikon features such as Matrix metering , Autofocus operation and compatibility with Nikon's advanced Speedlight System for Automatic Balanced FillFlash , and wireless multiple flash photography.
General recommendations • Warranty/registration cards Confirm that warranty and registration cards are included in this package. Please fill out all necessary items on your cards and send them without delay to your nearest Nikon service facility to ensure coverage under Nikon's stated guarantee . • Take some trial shots. When you first handle your E2/E2s camera, and before going on an important assignment, be sure to test the camera and all its functions first.
I Description of acronyms NTSC .... .... ..... ..National Television System Committee , color television telecasting specifications adopted mainly in Japan and the U.S . PAL ........... .... .. Phase Alternation Line , a color television system adopted mainly by European countries and China. JPEG ............... Joint Photographic Experts Group, a joint organization of the ISO and the CCID promoting standard specifications for a graphic file coded compression system. TIFF ...... ..... ..... .
Contents I WARNING ··· · ····· · ······ · · · ··· · · · · ···· · ·········· ·· ·2-5 Nomenclature· ................. . ........ . ........... .. 6-8 Foreword ···································· ·· ········ 9 About this manual .... . ... ... .............. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . 9 General recommendations · ....... . .. . . . . .. . ............. 10 Description of acronyms· .. . .. . . .. .. ..... . .. . ............ 11 System chart················ · ···· · · · ······ ·· ··········· 14 Major features· ..
Advanced photography . .. .. . ... . . ... . . ..... . . · 51 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode· . ................... ·52 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode .... .. . .. ... . .. . .... 53 Manual Exposure Mode ...... . .... . .... . .. ... . .. . .... 54-55 Exposure compensation · ... . . . .. . ...... .. ... . ........ 56-59 Autofocus with main subject off-center · . ...... . .... . .. . 60-61 External synchro-flash shooting ........... . ......... . . . .. 62 Remote photography (general)· ... . .....
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Major features I . High resolution , high quality images 1,3 million pixel CCD (1280 x 1000 pixels) and digital image record ing systems capture crisp fu ll-color. high quality . high reso lution pictures , Picture qual ity does not become degraded through repeated duplication , . JPEG image data compression system You can record image data in eith er compressed or noncompressed format.
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I Dedicated accessories The fo llowing accessories are not included with the E2/E2s, but are requ ired for proper operation of the camera . -See page 87 for other optional accessories . • Rechargeable Battery Pack EN-1 The EN-1 is the dedicated NiCd battery pack for this camera. Be sure to charge the battery pack fully before using it for the first time. - The battery pack was not charged when shipped from the factory. -See page 83 for details about the battery pack .
Preparations for taking pictures 19
I Mounting and removing the lens Only the Nikkor lenses which are listed in the usability chart can be used with the E2/E2s. (See pages 75-76 .) -Be sure to set the Main dial to L. (See page 34.) -Be careful not to touch, smear or damage the CPU contacts as this may cause the camera to malfunction. If this occurs, clean the contacts with a soft, clean, dry cloth. 1 2 Removing the body cap Rotate the body cap clockwise to remove .
Installing and removing the battery Use the Rechargeable Battery Pack EN-1 . The battery pack was not charged when shipped from the factory. You must charge the battery fu ll y before install ing it fo r th e first time. (See page 83.) - Never touch the battery pack 's metal port with another metal object. -Be sure to set the Main dial to L when installing and removing the battery pack. - See page 83 for handling batteries. Fully recharging the battery pack 1 Use dedicated Quick Charger EH-1 (EH-2) .
I Checking battery power Be sure to check the camera's battery power after installing a fresh battery pack or prior to taking photographs in order to avoid acciden tal fai lure. 1 Set the Main dial to any position other than L. Confirm that the indicators appear in the LCD panel and inside the viewfinder . While pressing th e Main dial lock-release button, rotate the Main dial. -If no indicators appear, reinstall the battery pack. (See page 21.) Confirm that no warning indicator appears .
Setting and checking date and time You can check the current data by pushing the DATE button. The display in th e LCD panel changes in th e following order: Year, Month, Day , Hou r, and Minute as you push the DATE button. To correct the data, adjust in the following way. -You cannot check and adjust the data when the Main dial is set to PB. I Press the shutter release button halfway and push the DATE button. 1 Push the DATE button for at least one second so that the "year " section starts to blink .
I Inserting the Image Memory Card Use the Nikon Image Memory Card EC-15 and be sure to initialize the ca rd before using it for the first time . - The Image Memory Card EC-15 is an A TA PC card and is in compliance with the PCMCIA Rei. 2.1 and JEIDA Ver. 4.2 standards. -See page 82 for details on the Image Memory Card.
. CAUTION • If no memory card is inserted , the Image Memory Card indicator in the LCD panel and the viewfinder blinks as a warning. You should then insert an Image Memory Card . • To confirm that an Image Memory Card is inserted, look at the Image Memory Card confirmation window. • Be aware that the camera will function even with no Image Memory Card inserted. Initializing (formatting) the card 1 Open the cover on the camera side . Press the shutter release button halfway.
Basic camera seHings The following lens type and settings selection provide highly automatic. convenient operation . You may use any usalbe Nikkor lens or make any combination of settings according to your preferences or picture taking requirements.
Selecting Programmed Auto mode Programmed Auto is ideal for quick operation and is the simplest method for exposure control. Use this mode for most general photographic situations. Set the focus mode to S. 1 Rotate the focus mode selector to S (Single Servo Autofocus). - See page 42 for details on focus modes. 2 Set the frame advance mode to S. 3 Set the exposure mode to P. While pressing the Main dial lock-release button , rotate the Main dial to S (Singleframe shooting) .
Selecting Programmed Auto mode 5 Set the image quality to NORMAL . Keeping the QUALITY button pressed , rotate the command dial to set the image quality to NORMAL. -See page 37 for details on image quality. 6 Set the white balance to A. While pressing the W.Bal button, rotate the command dial to set the white balance to A (auto) - See page 38 for details on white balance. I7 Set the sensitivity to STD .
Holding the camera and composing the picture 1 Adjust the eyepoint . You can select the best viewing position by adjusting the eye point. Eyeglass wearers will benefit from pushing in the eyepiece, while others can pull the eyepiece out for better viewing . To pull the eyepiece out, rotate the eyepiece ring counter-clockwise until it comes off the thread , and pull it out until it stops . Then rotate the eyepiece ring counter-clockwise to secure it.
Focusing and shooting Set the Main dial to any position other than L, and press the shutter release button halfway. 1 Confirm that th e in-focus indicator • appears in th e viewfinder . - In autofocus mode, keep your hands off the lens focusing ring when shooting . • NOTE Shutter release operation I2 • Press th e shutter release button lightly to power the camera ON ; indicators appear in the LCD panel and inside the viewfinder .
Playing back the pictures The camera has a bui lt-in video output termina l that enables you to immediate ly playback the exposed images on a TV monitor with a video input terminal. - Both NTSC and PAL color television systems are available with this camera . See page 48 for switching from the NTSC to the PAL system or vice versa . 1 Connect the camera to a TV monitor. Connect the Video Cable EG-1 0 (provided) to the camera 's video output terminal and the monitor's video input terminal .
Playing back the pictures 4 When finished , rotate the Main dial to L. Camera power will turn OFF automatically after approx . 3 minutes when the camera is not in use. We recommend setting the Main dial to L to conserve battery power.
Functions and settings This section explains basic camera functions and how best to utilize them to obtain optimum results in a variety of photographic situations. When setting the exposure mode , metering system , image quality, white balance and sensitivity, be sure to set the Main dial to any position other than L, lightly press the shutter release button and make your selection within 16 seconds .
I Setting the frame advance mode The Main dial turns the power ON and OFF, and se lects shooting, data transfer and p layback modes . Whi le pressing the Main dial lockrelease button, rotate the Main dial to the des ired mode. -Make sure that the Main dial clicks into position. L: Camera power is OFF. Set the Main dial to L when the camera is not in use to preserve battery power and prevent accidental release of the shutter.
Setting the exposure mode This camera offers four exposure modes: Programmed Auto (P), Shutter-Priority Auto (S), Aperture-Priority (A) and Manual (M). -If no lens is mounted, the exposure mode is automatically set to M and the exposure mode indicator blinks in the viewfinder to alert you. Set the Main dial to either S, C or SO, press the shutter release button halfway and rotate the command dial while pressing the MODE (exposure mode) button .
I Setting the metering systems This camera features three types of exposu re metering systems-Matrix Metering , Center-Weighted Metering and Spot Metering. Rotate the command dial while pressing the Metering system button . -The metering system indicators in the LCD panel appear in sequence as shown below. r·l : Matrix Metering Data on scene brightness and contrast are detected by the camera's 5-segment advanced matrix sensor.
Setting image quality Depending on the effect you wish to achieve , four image quality modes are provided with this camera. Pictures taken in Hi image quality mode are uncompressed images with much detail , while pictures taken at the Basic setting have lower quality due to high compression. It follows that more frames can be shot using the Basic mode than the Hi mode , as uncompressed images take up a considerable amount of memory space (see chart be low for details).
I I Adjusting white balance In ord er to ensure prop er white balance , an Auto white balance mode and five manual white ba lance modes are provided with this camera . For most scenes , select the auto white balance mode . Choose the manual modes for particu lar lighting situations. We recommend that you experiment with the various settings until you are fully familiar with them .
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Adjusting white balance . CAUTION In the following situations, auto white balance mode (A) will not function. • Taking pictures where the illumination at the camera and the subject differs , such as taking pictures of an outdoor subject from inside a room , or shooting a spot-lighted subject on a stage . • Taking pictures in mixed light sources. For example, taking pictures at a party with fluorescent lights , incandescent lights, etc. • Taking pictures in special light sources.
Setting the sensitivity level Two shooting sensitivity levels equivalent to film speeds of ISO 800 (STO) and ISO 1600 (HIGH) can be selected. Set the sensitivity to "STO" when taking pictures outside in bright weather, and "HIGH" for dark interiors. While pressing the SENS button , rotate the command dial in either direction to alter the sensitivity. - The . arrow in the LCD panel points to one of the following settings. C STD - HIGH ~ .
I Setting the focus mode This camera provides two autofocus modes-Single Servo Autofocus (S) and Continuous Servo Autofocus (C)- and a Manual Focus mode (M) selected by setting the focus mode selector to S, Cor M. S : Single Servo Autofocus Lightly press the shutter release button ; the shutter can only be released when the subject is in focus and the in-focus indicator. appears in the viewfinder, as the priority is on correct focus .
Viewfinder indications in autofocus modes (5 , C) • X ~ .... The subject is in-focus. Autofocus is not possible . The subject is located closer than the lens 's closest focusing distance . The subject is out of focus and the area in front of the subject is in focus . The subject is out of focus and the area behind the subject is in focus . • CAUTION Keep your fingers off the lens focusing ring when shooting in autofocus modes (S, C) , as correct focusing is achieved automatically.
I Setting the focus mode M: Manual Focus mode In this mode, there are two ways of assuring precise manual focus: with the Electronic Rangefinder and with the viewfinder's clear matte field . The shutter release button can be depressed fully anytime. • Manual focus with the viewfinder 's clear matte field Rotate the lens focusing ring manually to focus on the subject using the clear matte field .
Setting the six basic modes simultaneously Press the MODE button and SENS button simultaneously for at least 2 seconds ; the camera settings are automatically reset for basic shooting as shown below : Exposure mode Metering system Image quality White balance Sensitivity Exposure compensation : P(Programmed Au to) See page : ~.~ Matrix See page See page : NORMAl (Normal) : A (Auto) See page 35. 36 . 37 . 38 . : STD (Standard) See page 41 . : 0 .0 See page 58 . - Command lock is cancelled.
I Command lock In S (Shutter-Priority Auto) , A (Aperture-Priority Auto) , or M (Manual) exposure mode, you can lock the shutter speed or aperture value. - Use command lock to prevent changes in shutter speed or aperture value caused by accidentally rotating the dial during shooting. In S or M mode While pressing the CMNO-L button, rotate the command dial in either direction, and the shutter speed will be locked with an L appearing next to the shutter speed in the LCD panel.
Playing back pictures Besides being able to playback exposed images on a TV mon itor through a video output connector, exposed image data can easi ly be downloaded to a personal compu ter using Nikon 's PC Card Drive ED-10 or other digital processing equipment. In thi s manual we will ex p lain how to playback pictures on a TV mon itor on ly. - For details on other systems, refer to the instruction manuals for the relevant equipment. Playback on a TV monitor Connect the camera to a TV monitor.
I Playing back pictures 4 When finished , rotate the Main dial The playback function automatically stops after 3 minutes when the camera is not in use , and then the power turns OFF after a further 16 seconds , We recommend setting the Main dial to L to conserve battery power , Switching the NTSC/PAL systems Both NTSC and PAL color television systems are available with this camera, You can switch from NTSC to PAL or vice versa , To change the system, rotate the command dial while pressing the Metering s
To change on-screen data, rotate the command dial while pressing the MODE button du ring playback of exposed images. On-screen data appears in order as shown below. LCD pane l TV monitor dSP 0 None dSP 1 Frame number dSP 2 Frame number , date and time dSP 3 Frame number , date and time , file name Long play playback method You can playback continuously for approx. 60 minutes using a fully charged battery pack (EN- 1).
I Erasing data in the Image Memory Card There are two ways to erase the image data stored in the Image Memory Card . 1) Erasing the data frame by frame . 2) Initializing the memory card (batch erasing) 1. Deleting data frame by frame Lightly press the shutter release button ; within 16 seconds, push the ERASE LAST buttons simultaneously and hold for at least 1 second.
Advanced photography In this section we provide some useful information on a variety of photographic techniques. I See page 27 for detai ls on Programmed Auto operation .
I Shutler-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 1 Set the MODE button to S. Press th e shutter release button lightly. Rotate the command dial while pressing the MODE button. Set the shutter speed. 2 Rotate the command dial to set the shutter speed. -You can set shutter speeds from 1/8 to 1/2000 sec. in 1/2 step increments. -The selected shutter speed appears in the viewfinder and the LCD panel. Compose the picture and press the shutter release button lightly.
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 1 2 Set the exposure mode to A. Press the shutter release button lightly . Rotate the command dial whi le pressing the MODE button . Set the aperture value. Rotate the aperture dial to se t the aperture valu e. - You can set aperture values from f16.7 to fl 38 in 112 step increments . - The selected aperture value appears in the viewfinder and the LCD panel. Compose the picture and press the shutter release button lightly .
Manual Exposure Mode 1 Set the exposure to M . Press the shutter release button lightly . Rotate the command dial while pressing the MODE button. 2 Compose the picture . 3 4 54 Set the shutter speed . Rotate the command dial to set the shutter speed. -You can set shutter speeds from 1/8 to 1/2000 sec. in 1/2 step increments. - The selected shutter speed appears in the viewfinder and the LCD panel. Set the aperture value. Rotate the aperture dial to set the aperture. - You can set aperture from f/6.
5 Press the shutter release button lightly. Set shutter speed and aperture manually referring to the exposure indicators. Using exposure indicators The exposure indicators in the viewfinder monitor differences between the incamera measured exposure valu e and that set by the user . .:!:.o.:!:.
Exposure compensation When shooting an extremely small subject , if the main subject contrasts markedly with the background, or if you identify an extreme condition which might prove difficult for Matrix metering, we recommend using exposure compensation. Four exposure compensation methods are available with this camera. 1. Using AE-L (Auto Exposure Lock) 2. Using AF/AE-L (double lock) 3. Using Exposure Compensation 4.
4 Lightly press the shutter release button , and press the AE-L button. Confirm that no exposure warning indicator appears and press the AE-L button. -You can remove your finger from the shutter release button, since the exposure value is kept stored in the camera for as long as the AE-L button remains depressed. You can change the shutter speed in S mode and aperture value in A mode. Recompose the picture and shoot while keeping the AE-L button pressed .
I Exposure compensation Using Exposure Compensation 1 Set the metering system We recommend using Center-Weighted or Spot Metering . 2 Set the exposure compensation value. Rotate the command dia l whi le pressing the exposure compensation button. - You can compensate exposure within a range of +2.0 EV to - 2 .0 EV (in 1/ 4 EV increments.) -Rotate the command dial to increase the value (- ) when the background is dark, and decrease the value (+) when the background is bright.
Using Manual Exposure 1 Set the exposure mode to M. 2 Set the metering system . We recommend using Center-Weighted Metering or Spot Metering. Center the main subject inside the viewfinder 3 Move in close until the 12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted metering or 5mm-dia. reference circle for Spot metering is fully covered by the subject. Set the shutter speed and aperture to obtain a correct exposure . 4 5 Recompose the picture and shoot .
Autofocus with main subject off-center In autofocus mode, the subject inside the focus brackets is in-focus . With an off-center subject, use the Auto Focus Lock function . In Single Servo AutofoCU5 mode 1 Position the focus brackets on the subject and lightly press the shutter release button. Confirm th e in-foc us ind icator . appears in th e viewfinder; focus remains locked as long as the shutter re lease button is lightl y pressed. - • ~ , ..
,. " In Continuous Servo Autofocus mode I' 1 I, I I I I f ~ Position the focus brackets on the subject and lightly press the shutter release button . 2 Confirm that the in-focus indicator • appears in the viewfinder , then press and hold the AF- L button . Focus is locked even if you remove your finger from the shutte r release button as long as th e AF-L button rema ins pressed.
I External synchro-flash shooting In manual exposure mode , this camera's shutter release can be triggered by the firing of a flash on another camera situated nearby . Shutter speed is set at 1/60 sec. -Optional External Sync Adaptor EX-1O (with a light sensor) is necessary. -As no exposure indicators appear in the viewfinder, we recommend that you predetermine the correct exposure. Connect the External Sync Adaptor (EX-10) to the camera's D-Out! E. Trig. terminal.
Remote photography (general) The optional accessories listed below make it possible for you to release this camera's shutter from a remote location by connecting them to the camera's remote terminal. Halfway shutter release operations are possible with power-hold timer enabled accessories, but not with the others.
Flash photography This section covers the camera's advanced flash technology for fill-flash in backlit scenes, brightening dull scenes, and various other picture taking situations.
Available Nikon Speedlights Nikon Speedlights S8 -26 and S8 -25 are high ly recommended for use with th is camera. - Nikon Speedlights S8-20, S8-22, and S8-23 can also be used with this camera . - Nikon Speedlight S8-24 is not recommended due to a difference in color temperature setting . • CAUTION The accessory shoe is designed for the Nikon dedicated Speed lights. Do not use models from other manufacturers since higher vo ltages and/or extra hot shoe contacts may damage the camera.
Flash modes available with Nikon Speed lights With Nikon Speed lights S6-26 and S6-25 the following flash modes are avai lab le . • Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash The camera 's Matrix Metering System determines correct exposure and flash illumination is automatically balanced against the scene's ambient light. This flash mode is recommended for most common flash shooting situations when the subject is backlit in the daytime or for a dark subject with a bright background at night. .
Notes on using the Speedlight Be sure to read the instruction manual provided with each 8peedlight model before use. Fo llowing are some important notes on using Nikon 8peedlights 8B-26 and 8B-25. -If there is no mention of this camera in the instruction manual, refer to the F4 camera 's instruction manual. Shutter speeds slower than 1/250 sec. Exposure mode Shutter speed p 1/60 to 1/250 sec . (auto) S A 1/60 to 1/250 sec . (auto) M 1/8 to 1/250 sec . (manual)' 1/8 to 1/250 sec .
Fl as h photography in TTL auto flash mod e with 88-26 and 88-25 Nikon 8peedlights . -For more details, read the instruction manual provided with each Speedlight model before use . Set up your camera. 1 Set the metering system to Matrix Metering . Set other settings to desired modes. Set up your Speedlight. 2 Set th e power switch to STBY (standby position) or ON . Set the flash mode selector to TTL. Set the flash sync mode selector to NORMAL. Confirm the settings in the LCD panel.
Press the shutter release button lightly and check the indicators in the viewfinder. 4 Confirm that the ready-light is lit and the subject is in focus. - If the exposure indicators light up, see page 55. If the exposure warning indicators appear, see page 86. Check the flash shooting range , and release the shutter. 5 Check if the subject falls within flash shooting range by glancing at the speedlight's shooting distance indicator bars .
I In "NORMAL" flash synchronization , the flash fires at an early stage of exposure (front-curtain sync) , resulting in unnatural light patterns at slow shutter speeds with a moving subject. With Nikon Speed lights SB-26 and SB-25 , Rear-Curtain Sync is possible , where the flash is set to fire the instant before the rear-curta in begins to c lose . This transforms available light into a stream of light that fol lows the moving , flash- illum inated subject. -Use a tripod to minimize camera shake.
3 4 Set the camera 's exposure mode to S or M . -You can select P or A exposure mode, but Shutter-Priority Auto and Manual mode are strongly recommended. Set the shutter speed and aperture. The slower the shutter speed , the more marked the Rear-Curtain Sync effect. -In S mode, you do not need to set the aperture. 5 Check the flash shooting range and flash ready-light , and release the shutter.
Controls in detail In this section we provide some useful information on a variety of photographic controls.
I Usable lenses . Most AF Nikkor lenses, AI-type Nikkor lenses and Teleconverters can be used. Nikkor lenses are designed to provide full coverage of the 35mm film format (24mm x 36mm) . The CCO in the E2/E2s is 8.7mm x 6.8mm, which is smaller than the 35mm format, In order to provide you with the full angle of view which you associate with your use of Nikon 35mm cameras for each usable Nikkor lens , the E2/E2s incorporates high-quality image size reduction optics.
Usable lenses . Understanding exposure control The E2/E2s provides sensitivity settings with ISO equivalents of 800 and 1600. The following table illustrates differences in exposure between a 3Smm SLR and the E2/E2s. lens aperture Effective aperture Shutter speed ISO required E2/E2s f/28 1/6.7 1/1000 sec. 1600 35mm SLR f/2 .8 1/2.8 1/1000 sec. 300 Depth-ol-field will be control led by the aperture control of the reduction optics.
With AF Nikkor lenses or certain non-AF Ni kkor lenses in comb ination with TC- 14B, TC-14E or TC-20E au tofocus teleconverters, th e E2/E2s provi des ful l autofoc us operation. For usability info rmati on, refe r to the followin g c hart. ©: Fully usable 0 : Usable ~: Pictures may be slightly dim arou nd the edges of the frame in close-up shots or with infinity-distant subject. Usable subject to conditions Pictures may be colored or dim around the edges of the frame depeding on AF Nikkor 18mm 112.
I Lens usability chart Nikkor 2Bmm 1/2.B - Zoom-Nikkor 100-300mm I/S.6 PC-Nikkor 2Bmm 1/3.S - Zoom -Nikkor 1BO-600mm li B ED Nikkor 3Smm 1/1.4 Nikkor 3Smm 1/2 © 0 Zoom -Nikkor 1200-1700mm I/S.6-B P IF-ED PC-Nikkor 3Smm 1/2.B - Zoom -Nikkor 200-400mm fl4 Nikkor 200mm 1/2 ED IF © © © © © © © © © © With Teleeonverter Nikkor 200mm fl4 L. Nikkor 300mm 1/2.B IF-ED ... ...© Nikkor SOmm 1/1.2 Noet Nikkor SBmm 1/1.2 Nikkor BSmm 1/1.4 Nikkor BSmm 1/2 Nikkor 1OSmm 1/1.B Nikkor 1OSmm 1/2.
Shutter speed and aperture Light reach in g the CC O image device is contro ll ed by shutter speed and aperture. The proper combination results in a correct exposure. You can use shutter speed to freeze the action by using a hig h shutter spee d , or create a motion effect by choosing a slower shutter speed. You can control depth of field by varying the aperture . Smaller apertures make the background and foreground sharper while larger apertures tend to blur the background .
Special focusing situations Au tofocus operation depends on lighting, subject contrast and othe r tech nical factors . In rare situ ations where autofoc us is not possible , an "X" appears in the viewfinder signaling the need for you to focus manually with the clear matte field. Very dark subject • Focus manually with the clear matte field. (See page 44 .) • Use a Nikon autofocus Speedlight (optional) to perform autofocus with the help of the Speedlight's AF ass ist illuminator.
Downloading image data Image data can be downloaded to external equipment such as a personal computer using the Image Memory Card. Using the Image Memory Card To download the image data, insert an Image Memory Card (PC card) into PC Card Drive ED-10 or a personal computer with a built-in PC card slot.
Cleaning the camera's built-in lens Wh en removing dirt and smud ges from th e camera's bu ilt-in lens (si tuated behind th e shutter c urtains ), p roceed in the foll owing way. -Be sure to use DC adaptor ES-1 (optional) and Quick Charger EH-1 (EH-2) (optional) . You cannot use battery power for this operation. - Read the instruction manuals provided with the DC adaptor, Quick Charger and the Battery Pack. Set the selector switch of the DC adapter to BULB.
5 6 7 Use a blower to remove dust and particles from the built-in lens. - If this proves ineffective, take your camera to an authorized Nikon Service Center. Set the Main dial to L. -Make sure that the camera 's reflex mirror is kept in the up position. -00 not touch the shutter curtains. Set the Main dial to any position other than L and press the shutter release button halfway. -Make sure that the camera 's reflex mirror is down in the normal position.
Image Memory Card . Usable Image Memory Cards We recommend using dedicated Image Memory Card EC-15 (optional) with this camera for best performance. PC cards with the fo llowing specifications are also usab le. Type SRAM card and ATA card Series Type I and Type II Power source +5Vonly Standard PCMCIA Rel ease 2.1/JEIDA Version 4.2 - The above description is just an overview of usable PC cards.
Use dedicated Rec harg eab le Battery Pack EN-1 with this camera. Take special note of the following. - The EN-1 contains NiCd batteries. - The battery pack was not charged when shipped from the factory. Be sure to fully charge the battery before use . • Characteristics of the Rechargeable Battery Pack • The battery will self-discharge even though the battery is unused . • Typically , the voltage of Battery Pack EN-1 drops quickly when the battery becomes weak .
The dedicated Rechargeable Battery Pack . Handling the battery pack for long time use • Do not apply strong physical force to the battery pack or drop it on a hard surface. • Do not splash water on the battery . • Do not keep on charging a fully charged battery pack . • Storage • Keep the battery termina ls clean. • Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. If the battery is left in a hot place for a long time , the battery will self-discharge or its life will be shortened .
If your camera detects a defect or malfunction, a warning indicator appears or blinks in the viewfinder and/or in the LCD panel to alert you. Refer to the troub leshooting charts provided be low and fol low the suggestion for correcting the problem before bringing your camera to a Nikon Service Cente r for repair. Warninq indication LCD Viewfinder panel I - -] 0 blinks blinks EJ blinks bJ blinks Check this Cause Camera back is open or camera back is closed with no Image Memory Card inside.
Troubleshooting Camera's NiCd battery is exhausted . Recharge the NiCd battery. Battery power for SRAM is exhausted . Replace the battery according to the instruction. - Normal display Lithium battery for clock Replace the lithium is exhausted . battery at a Nikon Service Center. - ~ appears Exposure compensation Cancel exposure is activated . compensation if necessary . P. 58 No lens is mounted. Mount a lens. P. 20 Camera detects a malfunction . Bring the camera to a Nikon Service Center.
I Optional accessories . Nikon Speed lights: S8-26 and S8-25 Matri x Balanced Fill-Flash operation for automatically balanced flash output and ambient light. and Standard TTL Flash operation for manual flash output compensation are available. An autofocus assist illuminator is also provided to assist autofocusing in the dark. Nikon Filters Filter desig- Type nation Filter factor Daylight Ultraviolet L39 § u: ~ m 0 "- 1.5 (Yo) 1 Yellow Medium Y48 1.7 (Yo ) 1.2 ( \1, ) 2 (1) 1.
Optional accessories . Nikon Remote Control Accessories Convenient for remote or unmanned operation using the following remote cords connected to the camera's remote terminal. 1) Remote Cord MC-12A: Convenient for stable handheld, close-up or remote shooting up to approx. 3m. Power-hold timer capability and release-hold mechanism are provided. 2) Remote Cord MC-4A: Convenient for long distant remote shooting by connecting several remote cords.
· Nikon Rubber Eyecup DK-2 Attached to the viewfinder eyepiece, the rubber eyecup increases viewing comfort, eliminates eye fatigue and prevents stray light from entering the viewfinder from the rear . • Nikon Eyepiece Adaptor DK-7 Enables you attach the Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2 to the finder eyepiece . • Nikon Close-up accessories The following close-up accessories are availab le: • Close-up attachment lenses: No. 0, No.1, No.2, No. 3T, No. 4T, No. 5T, and No.
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. 00 not drop or hit the camera against a hard surface as it may cause damage and malfunction to the precision mechanism . • Never disassemble the camera if damaged . This camera houses high voltage circuitry which is highly dangerous . • Take care not to splash water on the camera . If water is present, parts may corrode, increasing repair costs ; in extreme cases , repair may be impossible .
Camera care tips . Use a blower to remove dust from the camera and then wipe the camera clean with a soft, dry cloth . Do not use thinner , benzene , or other active agents . • If the camera is not going to be used for a long time , remove the Rechargeable Battery Pack; store it in a cool , dry place . We recommend taking the camera out of storage from time to time and releasing the shutter a few times at least once a month . • Store the camera in a cool , dry place to prevent mold .
• Damage Requiring Service-Refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. If the product has been exposed to rain or water . If the product does not operate normally according to the operating instructions .
I Specifications Type of camera Lens mount Usable lenses Interchangeable-lens SLR-type digital still camera Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) AF Nikkor lenses and AI-type Nikkor lenses (with some exceptions) Frame advance mode S: Single frame shooting C: Continuous shooting (when using EC-15) E2 : Approx. 1 frame/sec. (in BASIC mode) E2s: Approx. 3 frames/sec .
Viewfinder information By LCD-Metering system, Shutter speed, Aperture, Exposure indicators , Exposure modes, Frame counter By LED-Focus indicators (in-focus, front-focus , rearfocus), Exposure compensation mark, Flash-ready light (lights up when charging is completed, and blinks to alert the subject is out of the flash shooting range when used with SB-26 or SB-25) Reflex mirror Automatic , instant-return type Autofocus TTL phase detection system using Nikon advanced AM200 autofocus module Approx.
I Specifications Video output terminal Pin Jack, 1V p-p , 750 , unbalanced , sync negative Accessory shoe • Hot shoe (flash , monitor preflash, TTL flash, re ady-light con tacts) • Safety lock system (a mount pin is au tomatica lly in serted into th e locking hole in accessory shoe to secure Speed light on the accessory shoe.) 1/4 in . (JIS standard ) Tripod socket Power source • Nikon dedicated Rec hargeable Battery Pack EN-1 or DC Adaptor ES-1 Voltage : 7.2V Charging time: Approx .
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