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P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 2 FOREWORD Thank you for choosing the Nikon F5 for your photography. Designed with a combination of strong and reliable construction, plus today’s newest and most advanced technology, the F5 35mm SLR and the Nikon system will provide you with the opportunity to advance your picture-taking capability.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 3 Special new features: • Nikon’s exclusive new cross-ranged, five-area autofocus sensor (Multi-CAM1300) system covers a wider area than any system before it in both the horizontal and vertical ranges in the viewfinder. • Choice of two modes for Nikon’s exclusive five-area autofocus operation—Dynamic AF for moving subjects, and fixed Single Area AF.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 4 NOTES Have Nikon spot check your camera regularly Nikon recommends that you have your camera serviced at an authorized dealer or service center, at least once every two years. 4 Using your camera correctly The F5 camera’s performance has been optimized for use with Nikon brand accessories. Accessories from other manufacturers may not meet Nikon’s criteria for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage the F5’s components.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 5 ABOUT THIS MANUAL How this instruction manual is organized Reference tag Reference tag on the edge of the righthand pages corresponds to the sections described in “How this instruction manual is organized”. Index Use alphabetically listed index on pages 162 and 163 to check your desired page number. Before You Begin Describes information required before you start using your camera. P.2 -P.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 6 CONTENTS BEFORE YOU BEGIN .............................................................2-15 FOREWORD..........................................................................2-3 NOTES .....................................................................................4 ABOUT THIS MANUAL .............................................................5 CONTENTS ...........................................................................6-7 NOMENCLATURE .......................
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 7 SELF-TIMER......................................................................82-83 LONG TIME EXPOSURE....................................................84-85 MULTIPLE EXPOSURE......................................................86-87 CUSTOM SETTING ...........................................................88-94 To Make a Custom Setting ................................................91 CONTROLS IN DETAIL ......................................................
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 8 NOMENCLATURE Lens release button Mirror lockup lever (p. 99) Depth-of-field preview button (p. 100) Focus mode selector: S for Single Servo AF (pp. 42-43) C for Continuous Servo AF (pp. 44-45) M for Manual focus (pp. 45-48) Power/LCD panel illumination switch: Rotate to turn camera ON/OFF or illuminate LCD panels. (p. 96) Sub-Command Dial: Rotate to set various functions. (p.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 9 Sync terminal Self-timer indicator LED (pp. 82-83) Camera strap eyelet Exposure mode (MODE) button (p. 56) Exposure compensation (=) button (p. 77) Camera strap eyelet Film advance mode selector lock release Film advance mode/self-timer selector (pp. 36, 82) Accessory shoe: For Nikon dedicated Speedlights. Film plane indicator: Exact distance from lens mounting flange to film plane is 46.5mm. Top LCD panel (p. 12) AF area mode button (˝) (p.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 10 Viewfinder eyepiece Eyepiece shutter lever: Used to prevent stray light from entering viewfinder. Finder release button Alert LED AE-L/AF-L (Auto Exposure/Autofocus Lock) button: Locks auto exposure and focus when pressed and held in. AF start (AF-ON) button: Pressing AF start button starts autofocus operation. Film rewind lever (2 „) lock release Film rewind lever (2 „) Film cartridge confirmation window Main-Command Dial: Rotate to set various functions. (p.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 11 AF start (AF-ON) button for vertical shooting: Pressing AF start button starts autofocus operation and switches exposure meter on.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 12 LCD Panels Top LCD panel indications Rear LCD panel indications 1. Shutter speed lock 2. Shutter speed 3. Multiple exposure 4. Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing 5. Exposure mode 6. Flexible Program 7. Exposure compensation value 8. Aperture lock 9. Aperture 10. Focus area lock 11. Battery level 12. Frame counter 13. Focus area/AF area mode 14. Exposure compensation 15. Film speed/Bracketing information/Custom Setting 16. Film speed setting mode 17.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 13 Viewfinder 1. Focus area indicators 2. Exposure level (for Waist-Level Finder DW-30 or 6X HighMagnification Finder DW-31, in Manual exposure) 3. 12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering 4. Focus brackets/Spot Metering (4mmø) area 5. Ready-light 6. Focus indicators: / indicates a subject is in focus; blinking ? indicates autofocus is impossible; < and > arrows indicate front and rear focus, respectively 7. Aperture direct-readout 8.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 14 HOW TO OPERATE COMMAND DIALS The F5’s Main- and Sub-Command Dials are used alone or in combination with other buttons to select/set various functions or modes. Rotating Main-Command Dial while pressing various buttons: • Selecting exposure mode. See page 52. • Selecting Custom Setting menu. See page 91. Main-Command Dial Rotating Main-Command Dial by itself: • Performing exposure compensation. See page 77.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 15 Sub-Command Dial Rotating Sub-Command Dial by itself: • Selecting aperture in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode. See pages 61 or 64-66. * Aperture can also be set on the lens’ aperture ring (except for G-type Nikkor lens). Aperture can only be set on the lens’ aperture ring with non-CPU lens. Rotating Sub-Command Dial while pressing various buttons: • Setting number of exposure and compensation value in the Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 16 PREPARATION This section shows you how to prepare the camera for shooting— e.g., how to mount lens, load film. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned photographer, you should master this section before proceeding further.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 17 MOUNTING LENS Position lens in the camera’s bayonet mount so that the mounting indexes on lens and camera body are aligned. Taking care not to press the lens release button, twist lens counterclockwise until it locks into place. 2 • When mounting/removing lens, make sure that the camera’s power is turned off and avoid direct sunlight. • For Nikon lens compatibility, see pages 128-131. • To mount non-AI lens, see page 132. Some non-AI lens cannot be attached.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 18 Removing Lens Minimum aperture: Set lens to its minimum aperture when using CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type. The largest f-number of aperture on the lens’ aperture index is the lens’ minimum aperture. • Aperture setting operations are performed using the Sub-Command Dial on the camera body. Do not move the lens’ aperture once it is set to its minimum aperture.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 19 INSTALLING BATTERIES Before installing batteries: • Make sure the power switch is set at OFF position. • Use AA-type alkaline or lithium batteries, or optional Ni-MH Battery Unit MN-30 with the F5. • When installing/replacing batteries, always read “NOTES ON BATTERIES”, page 154. Install eight AA-type batteries with the “+” and “–” terminals positioned as shown inside the holder. 3 1 Pull out and turn battery holder release knob as shown.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 20 CHECKING BATTERY POWER About exposure meter Rotate power switch to ON position while pressing the lock release, and confirm that the full battery mark appears in the top LCD panel, indicating sufficient battery power. The battery mark and exposure indications automatically turn off after 8 sec. N Sufficient battery power. M You can check battery power anytime by lightly pressing the shutter release button.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 21 LOADING FILM Auto film speed setting with DX-coded film is explained in this section. • The usable film speed range for DXcoded film is ISO 25 to 5000. • For non-DX coded film, see page 97. • IX240 film cartridge cannot be used with the F5. Confirm whether s for DX-coded film is shown on the rear LCD panel. If not, rotate Main-Command Dial while pressing the ° button so s appears on the LCD panel.
P400 (E) 3 22 02.12.27 6:42 PM Insert film cartridge. Page 22 4 Pull film leader across to red film index mark. Check to ensure film is properly positioned with no slack, then gently close camera back until it locks.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 23 Fully depress shutter release button to advance film to frame #1. • If non-DX-coded film or film with an unacceptable DX code is loaded, the Err in the top and rear LCD panel and viewfinder, a and s marks in the rear LCD panel blink and the shutter locks. Set ISO speed manually (see page 97). 6 To check if the film is loaded properly before closing the camera back, hold the film leader with your finger and fully depress shutter release button.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 24 Confirm frame counter shows 1 on the top LCD panel and viewfinder. The rear LCD panel shows automatically set film speed. 7 E appears and Err blinks in the top LCD panel and viewfinder, and alert LED blinks if film is incorrectly positioned. Open camera back and reload film properly.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 25 BASIC OPERATION This section features the settings for most common picture-taking situations when using the standard Multi-Meter Finder DP-30 and a D-type Nikkor lens (including AF-S and AF-I). The shooting modes explained in this section cover most of your shooting situations.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 26 RELEASING SHUTTER/COMPOSING PICTURE Lightly pressing shutter release button Lightly press shutter release button to start autofocus operation and switch the exposure meter on. Indications inside the viewfinder and LCD turn on. They remain on for approximately 8 seconds after you take your finger off the shutter release button, then automatically turn off.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 27 Hold camera properly Stand with one foot forward a half step to balance your body. Grasp the camera handgrip with your right hand. Use your left hand to cradle the camera with your elbow propped against your body for support, as you look through the viewfinder. Use your right index finger to press the shutter release button. A vertical-shooting shutter release button is also provided for smoother shutter release in vertical-format shooting.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 28 BASIC SHOOTING Make sure that the lens’ aperture is set to its minimum position when using CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type. 1 28 2 Set the film advance mode selector to Í for Single-frame shooting. 3 Set the focus mode selector to Í for Single Servo AF.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 29 Select Single Area AF mode by rotating the Main-Command Dial while pressing the AF area mode (˝) button. • The selected focus area of the top LCD displays only g. • Focus bracket also appears in the viewfinder. 4 While pressing lock release, set the metering system selector to q for 3D Color Matrix Metering.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 30 Select Programmed Auto exposure mode by rotating the Main-Command Dial while pressing the exposure mode (MODE) button so ¡ appears in the top LCD panel and P in the viewfinder. 6 7 Compose picture. Position the focus brackets on your main subject by pressing the focus area selector. • You can change the focus brackets position as long as the exposure meter is on. When the exposure meter is off, lightly press the shutter release button before selecting the focus area.
P400 (E) 8 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 31 Lightly press the shutter release button. Confirm / appears inside the viewfinder and fully depress the shutter release button to take the picture. The camera automatically advances the film by one frame, and LCD frame counter increases by one. 9 Shutter cannot be released when: ? blinks: Focus manually. See page 146. > appears: Subject is too close. Move away from your subject. See page 43.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 32 At the end of the film roll, End blinks in the top LCD panel and viewfinder, the alert LED lights, and the shutter can no longer be released. Confirm that the film has reached the end of film roll. • The number of frames on the loaded film roll can be read through the film cartridge confirmation window. 10 Film advance can be set to stop autoc matically at the 35th or 36th frame using Custom Setting #12. See page 89.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 33 • If film rewind does not start, check battery power. See page 20. • If film rewind has stopped at midroll, check the battery power. If battery power is insufficient, turn the power switch off, replace batteries with a fresh set, turn power on, then press 1 „ button and turn 2 „ lever to restart film rewind. • If you accidentally press 1 „ button, lightly press the shutter release button. The film advances one frame without exposure and 1 „ button pops up.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 34 About Two-Button Reset Pressing ‚ and · buttons simultaneously for more than two seconds resets various modes to their initial settings. Two-Button Reset sets the following modes: Exposure mode Programmed Auto Page 53 AF area mode Single Area AF Page 40 Focus area Center Page 38 Flash sync mode* Front-curtain sync Page 117 * When using SB-26, SB-25 or SB-24, Speedlight settings will override camera settings.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 35 GENERAL FUNCTIONS This chapter explains the various modes of the F5 camera’s operation. Please review it thoroughly.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 36 FILM ADVANCE MODE Single-Frame Shooting There are four automatic film advance modes. To choose a mode, rotate the film advance mode/self-timer selector while pressing the film advance mode selector lock release. Set S for Single-frame shooting, CL for Continuous low-speed shooting, CH for Continuous high-speed shooting or CS for Continuous silent-low-speed shooting.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 37 Continuous Shooting Shots are taken continuously as long as you keep the shutter release button fully depressed. You have a choice of shooting speeds: up to approx. 7.4 fps (frames per second) in CH mode, up to approx. 3 fps in CL mode and approx. 1 fps in CS mode— with fresh AA-type alkaline or lithium batteries at normal temperature (20°C or 68°F) and a shutter speed of 1/250 sec. or higher in Manual exposure and Continuous Servo AF modes.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 38 FOCUS AREA Selecting Focus Area Top LCD Viewfinder Center Five focus areas are available with the F5. To select your desired focus area, press top, bottom, left or right on the focus area selector. Corresponding focus areas appear in the viewfinder and top LCD panel. Arrows on top (m) and to the right (>) of the viewfinder also indicate the selected focus area.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Right Page 39 Top Bottom Focus area can be locked using the x lock function. To lock the focus area, select desired focus area, then press the focus area selector to any position while pressing the — button. x appears above the focus area indication in top LCD panel. To release the lock, press the focus area selector while pressing the — button again so x above the focus area indication disappears from top LCD panel.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 40 Selecting AF Area Mode While pressing AF area mode (˝) button, rotate the Main-Command Dial to select Single Area AF or Dynamic AF mode. Dynamic AF is useful when shooting moving subjects without changing the composition, or when it is difficult to predict the position of subjects at the moment of exposure.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 41 FOCUS MODE Autofocus The Nikon F5 has two autofocus modes, Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority and Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority. In either of these modes—and in any film advance mode—Focus Tracking automatically activates when the subject starts moving, provided you are not 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.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 42 Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority For Single Servo AF, set the focus mode to S. Lightly press the shutter release button to activate focus adjustment. Because the priority is on correct focus, the shutter cannot be released until the subject is in focus. After focus is achieved with a stationary subject, the focus remains locked for as long as the shutter release button is lightly pressed.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 43 With a moving subject: Lightly press shutter release button to automatically activate Focus Tracking. Confirm / appears in the viewfinder, then fully depress the shutter release button. (The shutter release button can in fact be depressed without confirming / indication; as soon as the subject comes into focus, the shutter will be released.) Focus Tracking remains activated as long as you keep the shutter release button lightly pressed.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 44 Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority Set focus mode to C for Continuous Servo AF. In Continuous Servo autofocus mode, as you lightly press the shutter release button, focus detection begins and the lens continues to focus for as long as you keep the shutter release button lightly pressed. Since the priority is on shutter release, you can fully depress the shutter release button regardless of focus status.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 45 Manual Focus > Lens is focused at rear of the subject. < Lens is focused in front of the subject. ? If ? blinks in the viewfinder: Autofocus is not possible. See page 146. As focus is not locked in Continuous Servo AF, to take an off-center subject, use AE-L/AF-L button and recompose picture. See pages 72-73. To focus manually when using Nikon lenses that do not have an A/M switch, set the camera’s focus mode selector to M.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 46 Manual focus with 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, see Lens Compatibility on pages 128-131). Look through viewfinder and position the selected focus bracket on main subject.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 47 While lightly pressing shutter release button, rotate lens focusing ring in the direction indicated by the focus-to-left arrow (>) or focus-to-right arrow (<), until arrow disappears and in-focus indicator / appears. If focus-to-left arrow (>) does not disappear when you turn the focus ring counterclockwise to the limit, subject is closer than the distance at which the lens is able to focus. Move back from subject.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 48 Manual focus using clear matte field Look through viewfinder and rotate lens focusing ring until image on clear matte field appears sharp.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 49 EXPOSURE METERING SYSTEM The Nikon F5 has three types of exposure metering systems–– 3D Color Matrix Metering, Center-Weighted Metering and Spot Metering. q 3D Color Matrix Metering (with the Multi-Meter Finder DP-30 This system is ideal for quick operation in any exposure mode. With D- or G-type AF Nikkor lenses including AF-I or AF-S Nikkor, 3D Color Matrix Metering is automatically activated.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 50 w Center-Weighted Metering e Spot Metering With approximately 75% of the meter’s sensitivity concentrated on the 12mm-dia. circle within the viewfinder and 25% outside this circle, this meter becomes useful in situations where you want to base exposure on a specific area in the scene. In auto exposure mode, to measure the brightness of the picture’s offcenter portion, use the camera’s AE-L/AF-L button (see pages 72 and 73).
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 51 Setting Metering System 3D Color Matrix Metering Center-Weighted Metering Spot Metering Rotate the metering system selector while pressing the metering system selector lock release to select your desired symbol—q for 3D Color Matrix Metering, w for CenterWeighted Metering or e for Spot Metering—in the viewfinder.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 52 EXPOSURE MODE Selecting Exposure Mode Light reaching the film is controlled by 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 set for the film in use and the operation of the camera’s exposure control system. The relationship between aperture and shutter speed is as follows: For example, a shutter speed of 1/500 sec.
Page 53 13 11 12 9 10 8 8 7 4 14 F1 15 F1.4 16 1 /3 16 F2 17 F2.8 18 F4 19 F5.6 20 F8 21 F11 F16 22 In Programmed Auto exposure mode, you can use the Flexible Program function to temporarily shift an automatically selected shutter speed/aperture combination and obtain the desired shutter speed/aperture while retaining the same or a consistent exposure (see pages 68 and 69).
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 54 Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode (™) Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode (£) Allows you to manually set your desired shutter speed. To freeze the action, use a high shutter speed; to create motion effects, choose a slower shutter speed. The F5’s microcomputer automatically selects the proper aperture to match the manually set shutter speed to ensure a correct exposure. See pages 58-59 for Shutter-Priority Auto operation.
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P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 56 Setting Exposure Mode While pressing ¨ button, rotate Main-Command Dial. The exposure mode changes as in the following sequence: ¡ Programmed Auto ¢ Manual 56 ™ Shutter-Priority Auto £ Aperture-Priority Auto For users of lenses that have no CPU, or accessories such as bellows attachment or extension rings Use Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 57 ADVANCED OPERATION This chapter explains advanced photographic techniques and applications.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 58 SHOOTING IN EACH EXPOSURE MODE Operation in Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode While pressing ¨ button, rotate Main-Command Dial until ™ appears in the top LCD panel and S in the viewfinder. • When using CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type, make sure to set lens to its minimum aperture position (largest f-number). 1 • This operation can be performed only with lenses having a built-in CPU.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 59 Look inside viewfinder, compose and lightly press shutter release button. Confirm the automatically set aperture value. 3 4 To take the picture, fully depress shutter release button. The selected shutter speed can be x locked using the lock function to avoid accidental changes of settings. To lock the shutter speed, rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing the — button. x appears in the top LCD panel and Ò in the viewfinder above the shutter speed indications.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 60 If HI appears in the aperture position—Overexposure alert: Select a higher shutter speed or use a Nikon ND filter. If Lo appears in the aperture position—Underexposure alert: Select a slower shutter speed or use an accessory Nikon Speedlight. 60 If ƒEE blinks in the aperture position—Lens setting error alert: CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type is not set to its smallest aperture setting. Set lens to its smallest aperture, and lock setting.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 61 Operation in Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode While pressing ¨ button, rotate Main-Command Dial until £ appears in the top LCD panel and A in the viewfinder. 1 The selected aperture can be locked x using the lock function to avoid accidental change of settings. To lock aperture, rotate SubCommand Dial while pressing the — button. x appears in the top LCD panel and Ò in the viewfinder above the aperture indications.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 62 If meter and LCD readout have turned off, turn on again by lightly pressing shutter release button. With lenses having no CPU, ƒ-- blinks instead of aperture value in the LCD panel and viewfinder. Set the aperture manually with lens’ aperture ring. With AI-type lenses including AI-modified Nikkor lenses: Confirm aperture value on lens barrel. With lenses having fixed aperture, such as ReflexNikkor lenses: Aperture cannot be changed.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 63 If HI appears in the shutter speed position— Overexposure alert: Select smaller aperture (large fnumber) or use Nikon ND filter. 4 To take picture, fully depress shutter release button. If Lo appears in the shutter speed position— Underexposure alert: Select wider aperture (smaller fnumber) or use accessory Nikon Speedlight.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 64 Operation in Manual Exposure Mode While pressing ¨ button, rotate Main-Command Dial until ¢ appears in the top LCD panel and electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder. 1 Remove finger from ¨ button, set shutter speed by rotating the Main-Command Dial. Shutter speed can be set in 1/3 steps. • In Manual exposure mode, you can set shutter speed to buLb for extended time exposures. For details about buLb setting, see pages 84-85.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 65 Aperture can be set not to change by c rotating Sub-Command Dial using Custom Setting #22. Set aperture by rotating the lens’ aperture ring in this case (except for G-type Nikkor lens). See page 90. Set aperture by rotating the Sub-Command Dial. (Lens’ aperture set to its minimum position with CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type.) Aperture can be set in 1/3 steps between lens’ maximum and minimum apertures.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 66 Look into viewfinder, compose shot and lightly press shutter release button. Adjust aperture and/or shutter speed until the electronic analog exposure display shows “0” or your desired amount.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 67 With lenses having no CPU, ƒ-- blinks instead of aperture value in the LCD panel and viewfinder. Set aperture manually with the lens’ aperture ring. With lenses having fixed aperture, such as ReflexNikkor lenses: Aperture cannot be changed; adjust exposure by changing the shutter speed. 5 Fully depress shutter release button to take the picture.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 68 FLEXIBLE PROGRAM To change the shutter speed/aperture combination in Programmed Auto exposure mode, use the Flexible Program function. Flexible Program lets you temporarily change an automatically set shutter speed/aperture combination in 1/3 EV steps, while maintaining the same or consistent exposure. Flexible Program function can also be used with any Nikon Speedlight. Note that selectable shutter speeds are limited to those below the sync speed of the Speedlight.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 69 Rotate Main-Command Dial until desired shutter speed or aperture value appears in the viewfinder and top LCD panel. The Flexible Program indicator (§) appears to indicate the program has been shifted or changed. 2 • The shifted program is maintained unless you rotate the MainCommand Dial to the previous shutter speed/aperture.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 70 FOCUS LOCK—To take off-center subjects In Single Servo AF mode, focus remains locked as long as the shutter release button is kept lightly pressed. Focus can be locked from any of the five focus areas selected. • In Continuous Servo AF mode, lock focus using AE-L/AF-L button. See page 72. In this case, both exposure and focus are simultaneously locked. 1 With a moving subject, focus cannot be locked.
P400 (E) 2 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 71 Confirm in-focus indicator / appears in the viewfinder. Autofocus can be deactivated and c lens does not start focusing when the shutter release button is lightly pressed using Custom Setting #4. In this case, focus can be locked by keeping the AF start button pressed. See page 88. Keeping shutter release button lightly pressed, recompose, then fully depress shutter release button to take the picture.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 72 AE/AF LOCK Pressing the AE-L/AF-L button will simultaneously lock both exposure and focus. This function can be used with both Single Area AF or Dynamic AF operation, and with all metering systems used for automatic exposure control functions. • Using Single Servo AF, when Single Area AF mode and Spot Metering are selected, correct exposure can be achieved by choosing a focus area which corresponds to your picture composition.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 73 Keeping shutter release button lightly pressed, confirm infocus indicator / appears in viewfinder. Then press and hold the AE-L/AF-L button to lock focus and exposure—and continue holding until step #3 is complete. 2 3 While holding AE-L/AF-L button in, recompose, then fully depress shutter release button to take picture.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 74 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. Nikon’s 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.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 75 To Obtain Meter Reading for a Particular Subject in Manual Exposure Mode In Manual exposure mode, if you want to set an exposure for a specific brightness value within the scene, switch metering system to Center-Weighted or Spot and use the following method. Center main subject inside viewfinder and/or move in closer until the reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering or Spot Metering is fully covered by the subject. 1 2 Lightly press shutter release button.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 76 Adjust shutter speed and aperture by rotating the Main- and/or SubCommand Dials until the electronic analog exposure display shows desired exposure. 3 76 4 Recompose the picture and shoot. • In Single Servo AF mode, if recomposing the picture could change subject-tocamera distance, refocus by briefly removing your finger from shutter release button and lightly pressing it. • Continuous Servo AF is not recommended if the subject becomes offcentered after recomposing.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 77 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 steps. After taking your photographs, be sure to reset the control to “0” to resume normal operation. • If Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing is also set, exposure compensation will be combined compensation values.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 78 Once set, exposure compensation remains fixed until reset. = and the compensated value remain on in the top LCD panel. Although the = symbol in the viewfinder stays on to indicate that exposure compensation is on, the compensation value disappears from the readout when you remove your finger from = button. To confirm compensation value in the viewfinder, press = button again. 2 78 3 After shooting, be sure to reset the amount of compensation to “0.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 79 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.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 80 While pressing the ‚ button, rotate Sub-Command Dial to select your desired number of shots and compensation value from one of the following: 2 Number of shots Two Two Two Two Two Two Three Three Three 80 Compensated EV value 0 and +1/3 0 and –1/3 0 and +2/3 0 and –2/3 0 and +1 0 and –1 0, –1/3 and +1/3 (default) 0, –2/3 and +2/3 0, –1 and +1 Rear LCD panel Compose picture, confirm focus and exposure, then fully depress shutter release button.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 81 After the set number of shots has been taken, rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing the ‚ button so z disappears in the top and rear LCD panels to cancel Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing. The number of shots and compensation value disappear when you remove your finger from the ‚ button. • The set number of shots and compensation value remain unchanged after Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing is canceled.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 82 SELF-TIMER While pressing the lock release, set the film advance mode/self-timer selector to V (self-timer) position. 1 82 With all auto exposure modes, use the eyepiece shutter before starting the self-timer to prevent stray light from entering the viewfinder and affecting the exposure. Compose picture, lightly press shutter release button, and confirm focus and exposure.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 83 The self-timer c duration can be changed to any interval from 2 to 60 sec. by using Custom Setting #16. See page 90. Fully depress shutter release button. Self-timer LED starts blinking and shutter will be released after 10 sec. During the final two seconds, the LED lights up warning you to get ready for the shot. • To cancel self-timer operation, turn the film advance mode selector/self-timer to another position.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 84 LONG TIME EXPOSURE At buLb setting, the shutter stays open as long as the shutter release button remains depressed. To avoid camera shake, which may cause picture blur, use a tripod. Use of remote control accessories, such as Nikon Remote Cord MC-20 or MC-30, Modulite Remote Control Set ML-3 is also recommended. 1 Long Time Exposures from 40 sec. to c 30 minutes can also be selected using Custom Setting #19. See page 90.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 85 Remove finger from ¨ button and rotate MainCommand Dial until buLb (for Bulb exposure) appears in top LCD panel and viewfinder. 2 Use of new batteries is recommended when performing Long Time Exposure. Fully depress shutter release button. Hold shutter release button as long as desired. To close the shutter, remove finger from shutter release button. 3 Note that duration of an exposure may depend on the condition of the batteries inside the F5.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 86 MULTIPLE EXPOSURE Multiple exposure consists of two or more exposures of one or more subjects on the same frame. Activate multiple exposure by rotating the Main-Command Dial while pressing Z (multiple exposure) button. Z appears in top LCD panel. 1 86 Take first shot by depressing the shutter release button. Film will not advance to next frame. Z blinks in top LCD panel.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 87 To take more than two shots on the same frame, rotate Main-Command Dial while pressing Z button before taking the second shot (while Z is blinking in top LCD panel). The shutter can be released on the same frame as many times as desired until multiple exposure is canceled. Take next shot. Multiple exposure is canceled automatically and the film advances to the next frame. Z disappears from the top LCD panel.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 88 CUSTOM SETTING Using the Custom Setting feature, you can create a combination of functions that are different from the initial factory settings. The functions listed below can be selected with the F5. When the F5 is connected to a personal computer via the optional Personal Computer Connecting Cord MC-33 or MC-34 and optional Photo Secretary for F5, even more Custom Setting choices are available in addition to the following.
P400 (E) 7 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 89 AE Lock when shutter release button is lightly pressed: At the default setting, exposure does not lock when the shutter release button is lightly pressed. To lock exposure when the shutter release button is lightly pressed, select 7-1 in Custom Setting. 8 Auto film loading when camera back is closed: At the default setting, loaded film is advanced to frame #1 when the camera back is closed and the shutter release button is fully depressed once.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 90 16 Self-timer duration: At the default setting, shutter is released 10 sec. after the shutter release button is fully depressed. To change the delay time to 2 to 60 sec. in one sec. steps, select L 2, L 3, L 4, ... or L60. 17 Bracketing in manual exposure mode: At the default setting in Manual Exposure mode, shutter speed shifts with each shot taken when bracketing is performed.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 91 To Make a Custom Setting Select Custom Setting mode by rotating Main-Command Dial while pressing · (Custom Setting Menu) button. 1 Keeping · button pressed, rotate Main-Command Dial further to select your desired function number, then rotate Sub-Command Dial to set your desired option. c appears in the rear LCD panel. 2 To cancel all Custom Settings, press ‚ and · buttons simultaneously. Custom Settings except for #0 are canceled to initial factory settings.
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P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 93 Number Function 9 Film advance speed in CH 10 Film advance speed in CL 11 Alert LED in buLb exposure 12 Auto film stop 13 Multiple exposure 14 Center-Weighted Metering 15 Time delay for auto meter-switch-off 16 Self-timer duration Your option Default (8 fps) 8 fps, 6 fps Default (3 fps) 5 fps, 4 fps, 3 fps Does not blink Blinks Disabled 35 frame, 36 frame, Disabled Canceled after release Remains after release Default (75% concentration in 12mm dia.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 94 Number Function 94 17 Bracketing in Manual exposure mode 18 Focusing screen compensation 19 Prolonged shutter speed 20 TTL flash sync speed 21 AE-L/AF-L button 22 Aperture setting via Sub-Command Dial 23 > and < focus indicators 24 Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing Your option Default (shifts shutter speed) Shifts shutter speed/aperture combination, shutter speed, aperture, flash output level 0 –2.0 to +2.0 in 0.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 95 CONTROLS IN DETAIL This chapter explains how to operate the various controls of the F5.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 96 VIEWFINDER DIOPTER—To see clearly ILLUMINATION SWITCH—To view LCD through viewfinder panels in the dark With supplied Multi-Meter Finder DP-30, adjusting the finder diopter enables near- or far-sighted photographers to adjust the eyepiece diopter within a continuous range of from –3 to +1. Pull the diopter adjustment knob and rotate it in either direction until the focused image in 12mm-dia. circle within the viewfinder appears sharp, then push back to lock.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 97 USING NON-DX CODED FILM FILM REWIND CRANK—To rewind film manually With non-DX coded film, rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing the ° (film speed) button to set film’s ISO number in the rear LCD panel. The usable range for manual film speed setting is ISO 6 to 6400 in 1/3 steps. • If DX-coded film is loaded but manual film speed setting is selected, camera gives priority to the manually set ISO number.
P400 (E) 2 98 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 98 Open camera back and remove film cartridge.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 99 MIRROR LOCKUP LEVER—To lock reflex mirror in up position 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. With the mirror lock up, you cannot operate the camera in any Auto Exposure or autofocus mode, even though the viewfinder LCD may indicate otherwise.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 100 DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW BUTTON ACCESSORY SHOE In Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode, depress the depth-of-field preview button to stop the lens down to the aperture set with the Sub-Command Dial. In Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode, the lens will be stopped down to the automatically set aperture. The viewed image becomes progressively darker as the aperture gets smaller.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 101 SYNC TERMINAL REMOTE TERMINAL The F5 features a separate sync terminal that accepts all standard PC-type plug-in sync cords. A 10-pin remote terminal is provided for remote operation of the F5 with Personal Computer Connecting Cord MC-33 or MC-34, Remote Cord MC-20 or MC-30, etc. For available remote control accessories, see page 145. • Make sure to keep the supplied cap on when not using the remote terminal.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 102 OPERATION WITH PERSONAL COMPUTER Remote control functions When the F5 is connected to a MS® Windows® 95- or Macintosh®- based personal computer via optional Personal Computer Connecting Cord MC-33 or MC-34 and loaded with AC-1WE for MS® Windows® 95 or AC-1ME for Macintosh® Photo Secretary for F5, shooting information stored in the F5 can be downloaded to your personal computer.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 103 Filing/editing shooting data • Storage of image data scanned from a scanner as PHOTOCD format data. • Linkage of each shooting information file with image data. • Editing of each shooting information file. • Deletion of shooting information data files or image data files. • Display of image data or shooting information data in any of the following three formats: 1. Thumbnail & Text 2. Text 3. List • Fast search of shooting information data/image data.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 104 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SHUTTER SYSTEM The F5 is equipped with a self-diagnostic shutter that automatically controls the shutter speed for each release of the shutter. The self-diagnostic shutter automatically detects inaccuracies in performance and re-adjusts the shutter speed for accuracy for subsequent shooting. 104 If a malfunction is detected or the shutter curtain fails to operate, an alert LED blinks and Err blinks in the top LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 105 CHANGING CAMERA BACK Optional Data Back MF-27 and Multi-Control Back MF-28 are available for the F5. While sliding the camera back lock release, lift film rewind knob. The camera back will pop open. 1 Remove the camera back while pressing the camera back lock release. • Be sure not to touch the camera back contacts, film pressure plate or film pressure roller. 2 To attach camera back Attach the camera back while pressing the camera back lock release.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 106 CHANGING VIEWFINDERS The Multi-Meter Finder DP-30 is the F5’s standard finder. To remove the finder, turn the camera power off first and push the finder release button toward the finder and, while holding it in, slide the viewfinder away from the lens. To attach the finder, slide the finder in until it clicks into place. Make sure that the finder release button is up to its original level. See pages 133-134 for interchangeable viewfinders.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 107 CHANGING FOCUSING SCREENS In addition to the advanced EC-B-type screen supplied with the F5 camera, 13 other optional interchangeable focusing screens are available for the F5. For a chart listing all interchangeable screens, see pages 135-136. 1 Make sure the camera power is off and remove the finder. Insert your fingernail under the rear edge of the screen and lift the focusing screen out.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 108 FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY You can enjoy the excitement of the Nikon F5 camera’s advanced flash technology by using Nikon’s advanced Speedlight such as SB-28 or SB-27. With the F5 system you’ll discover the benefits of flash for more picture-taking situations than ever. Make fill-flash a standard part of your photography. Brighten dull scenes and erase harsh shadows for beautiful portraits.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 109 TTL AUTO FLASH—Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash and Standard TTL Flash Types of TTL Auto Flash TTL auto is recommended for most flash shooting conditions. With a compatible Nikon TTL Speedlight set for TTL auto flash operation (see chart on page 124 for compatibility), you can choose from either Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash or standard TTL flash. Standard TTL flash, while automatic in operation, does not automatically compensate for complex lighting conditions.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 110 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash Center-Weighted Fill-Flash 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash can be performed only with a combination of F5 camera, D- or G-type Nikkor lens and Nikon SB-50DX/SB-28/SB-28DX/SB-27/SB-26/SB-25 AF Speedlight.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 111 With SB-50DX/SB-28/SB-28DX/SB-27/SB-26/SB-25 Lens D-type AF Nikkor lens, G-type AF Nikkor lens, AF-S and AF-I Nikkor lens Non-D/G-type AF Nikkor lens (except for AF Nikkor for F3AF) and AI-P-Nikkor lens PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 112 With SB-24 Lens Metering system D- or G-type AF Nikkor lens, non-D/G- Matrix type AF Nikkor lens (except for AF Center-Weighted Nikkor for F3AF) and AI-P-Nikkor lens Spot Matrix PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 113 With SB-29, SB-23, SB-22s, SB-22 , SB-20, SB-21B*1, SB-16B , SB-15, SB-14*2, SB-11*2 or SB-140*2 Lens Metering system D- or G-type AF Nikkor lens, non-D/G- Matrix type AF Nikkor lens (except for AF Center-Weighted Nikkor for F3AF) and AI-P-Nikkor lens Spot Matrix PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 114 Shutter Speed/Aperture for Each Exposure Mode in TTL Auto Flash Camera’s exposure mode Programmed Auto (¡) Shutter-Priority Auto (™) Aperture-Priority Auto (£) Manual (¢) Shutter speed 1/250 sec. to 1/60 sec.1) Manually set as desired from 1/250 sec. to 30 sec.2) 1/250 sec. to 1/60 sec. Manually set as desired from 1/250 sec. to 30 sec.2) Aperture Set lens to its minimum aperture. Aperture is automatically controlled between f/2.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 115 Note for selecting aperture • Make sure your subject is within flash shooting distance range. • The larger the aperture (the smaller the f-number) you select, the farther the maximum shooting distance, whereas the smaller the aperture (the larger the fnumber), the nearer the maximum shooting distance will be. • If subject distance remains the same, the larger the aperture you select, the less the depth of field; however, Speedlight recycling time is shorter.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 116 Flash shooting distance range in 1/300 TTL High-Speed Sync When 1/300 TTL High-Speed Sync is selected in TTL Auto Flash mode, the guide number of the attached Speedlight (except for a Speedlight for F3) is limited to the values shown in the table below. Therefore, maximum flash shooting distance cannot be calculated from each Speedlight’s flash shooting distance scale or flash shooting distance range table provided. ISO 100, m/ft.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 117 Selecting flash sync mode While pressing the flash sync mode (±) button, rotate MainCommand Dial to select desired flash sync mode.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 118 TTL Auto Flash Operation The difference between Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash and standard TTL flash is in whether the flash output level is automatically compensated or not. Operation is the same. • Usable film speed range in TTL auto flash is ISO 25 to 1000. 1 2 3 Set camera’s metering system and exposure mode, referring to the table on pages 111-113. Turn Speedlight on. Set Speedlight’s mode selector to TTL.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 119 If ready-light blinks for a few seconds after shooting: Flash has fired at maximum output, but the light might have been insufficient for correct exposure of subject. Confirm shooting distance and, if necessary, move closer to the subject, or select a wider aperture.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 120 SLOW SYNC—To make dark background more visible Without Slow Sync, the automatically controlled shutter speed is controlled between 1/250 sec. and 1/60 sec. When flash pictures are taken with this rather narrow shutter speed range in dim light, the subject will appear bright and well exposed, but the background may come out very dark, almost black. Setting Slow Sync extends the automatic controlled shutter speed range down to 30 sec.
P400 (E) 1 2 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 121 Set camera’s exposure mode to ¡ for Programmed Auto or £ for Aperture-Priority Auto. While pressing the camera’s ± button, rotate MainCommand Dial until ¤ appears in the rear LCD panel. Then follow steps 2-6 of TTL Auto Flash Operation, on page 118. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 122 REAR-CURTAIN SYNC—To create 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.
P400 (E) 1 2 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 123 Set camera’s exposure mode to ™ for Shutter-Priority Auto or ¢ for Manual exposure mode. Set Rear-Curtain Sync. For a Speedlight other than the SB-26, SB-25 or SB-24: While pressing the camera’s ± button, rotate MainCommand Dial until ‹ appears in the rear LCD panel. For SB-26, SB-25 or SB-24 users: Set the Speedlight’s sync mode selector to REAR position.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 124 AVAILABLE SPEEDLIGHT AND FLASH FUNCTIONS The table below shows the available flash modes for each Nikon Speedlight.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 125 Nikon Speedlights, combined with the F5 camera, offer various features and functions. The main features and functions are listed below.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 126 NOTES ON FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY • Use only Nikon Speedlights. Other units may damage the camera’s electrical circuits due to incompatible voltage requirements*, electric contact alignment or switch phase. * Not compatible with 250V or higher. • When using a special Speedlight, such as a studio strobe system, with a time-lag provision or one with a long flash duration (i.e., Medical-Nikkor 120mm f/4*), adjust the shutter speed down to 1/125 sec. or slower.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 127 MISCELLANEOUS The Nikon F5 is a high-performance, precision instrument, designed to give you superior pictures. You’ll want to take good care of your camera to ensure the best performance. Take time to review this section thoroughly, and you will add to the pleasure of taking pictures. We’ve also included a detailed section with technical specifications and a glossary of terms that will help you understand the F5 system more fully. Please read them carefully.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 128 LENS Lens Compatibility Chart With AF Nikkor lenses or some other lenses in combination with the TC-16A autofocus teleconverter, the F5 provides full autofocus operation. Full manual focusing, or manual focusing with the F5’s electronic rangefinder, is available with virtually all Nikon F-mount Nikkor and Nikon lenses. Use the following table as a guide. * Exposure compensation is necessary depending on the focusing screen used.
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P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 131 The following Nikkor lenses cannot be attached to the F5: The following Nikkor lenses can be attached after camera body modification (at charge): • Fisheye 8mm f/8 • Old-type 21mm f/4 • Old-type PC 35mm f/3.5 • Old-type Reflex 1000mm f/6.3 • AF Teleconverter TC-16 • 80mm f/2.8 for F3AF • 200mm f/3.5 for F3AF • K2 Ring • Non-AI lens • Lens with Focusing Unit AU-1 (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8 and 1200mm f/11) • PC 28mm f/4 (Factory Serial No.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 132 ATTACHING NON-AI LENS To attach a non-AI lens, the F5’s meter coupling lever must be modified beforehand. Contact an authorized Nikon dealer or service center for modification. After modification, follow the instructions for attaching a non-AI lens. 1 Push the meter coupling lever up while pressing the lever lock release. When mounting an AI lens again, make sure to press the meter coupling lever down to its original position.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 133 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Interchangeable Viewfinders In addition to the standard Multi-Meter Finder DP-30, the F5 accepts various other interchangeable viewfinders. Available metering systems depend upon the type of viewfinder used. See pages 49-50 for the exposure metering system and instruction manual of each finder for details. To remove the finder (see page 106), press the finder release button and slide the finder toward you.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 134 AE Action Finder DA-30 Perfect for situations where normal viewing is difficult or impossible, such as when wearing a helmet or goggles, or with the camera encased in a special housing for underwater photography. Rubber hood and rubber eyepiece cover are provided. 134 6X High-Magnification Finder DW-31 For critical high-magnification close-up work and photomicrography. Its sophisticated optical system provides a clear, sharp view of the entire image at approx.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 135 Interchangeable Focusing Screens Nikon offers you a choice of 14 interchangeable focusing screens. The advanced EC-B-type screen is supplied with the F5 as standard equipment. See list of all interchangeable screens. For details on changing focusing screens, see page 107. • Focusing screens for F4, F3, F2 or F series cannot be used with the F5.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 136 Type M Fine-ground matte field with 5mmdia. clear spot and cross hair for use in parallax focusing on aerial images, plus millimeter scales for calculating magnification of individual objects or for measuring objects. Brilliant image in dim light. Suitable for close-ups, photomicrography and other highmagnification applications. Type E Matte/Fresnel field with 12mm-dia. reference circle, focus brackets and etched horizontal and vertical lines.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 137 Filters Nikon filters can be divided into four types: screw-in, drop-in, rear-interchange and slip-in type. As shown in the table on page 138, there are Nikon filters available for use with color and black-and-white film, color film only, black-and-white film only and for light with a wavelength in the 300nm to 950nm range. Nikon offers such a wide variety because photographic needs vary.
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P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 139 Power Sources Optional Camera Backs Ni-MH Battery Unit MN-30 Ni-MH Battery Unit MN-30 is designed for using the Ni-MH rechargeable battery with the F5. Compared to regular AA-type alkaline batteries, the Ni-MH battery is more durable and maintains better performance at low temperatures.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 140 Optional Speedlights Speedlight SB-28 The SB-28 offers a variety of convenient features to enhance your flash photography. • Fully Automatic Fill-Flash including Multi-Sensor Balanced FillFlash, Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash, Center-Weighted Fill-Flash. When used with a D-type lens, it also offers 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 141 Personal Computer Links Nikon F5 connected to the personal computer TTL Remote Cord SC-17 Use coiled cord SC-17 for TTL auto flash operation when using a Speedlight off an F5 fitted with either a Multi-Meter Finder DP-30 or AE Action Finder DA-30. The SC-17 provides automatic setting of sync speed and the same ready-light indication as if the flash unit were directly mounted on the camera. The SC-17 comes with two TTL multiple flash terminals and one tripod socket.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 142 Viewing Accessories DK-2 Eyepiece Correction Lenses Five lenses — –3, –2, 0, +1 and +2m–1 — are available. When used with the diopter adjustment dial of the Multi-Meter Finder DP-30, the combined adjustment range will extend from –5 to +4m–1. Rubber Eyecup DK-2 The eyecup prevents stray light from entering the viewfinder from the rear and allows eyeglass wearers to use the F5 without fear of scratching their glasses.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 143 Close-Up Accessories PK-11A PK-12 PK-13 Auto Extension Rings Compact and lightweight, Nikon Auto Extension Rings slide on and off your camera in seconds for a wide range of reproduction ratios. Models include the PK-11A, 12 and 13. Lens aperture information is relayed via the PK ring to the camera, resulting in an exposure that is determined by TTL full aperture metering. Exposure modes usable: Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 144 Repro-Copy Outfit PF-4 Enables you to make high-quality photographic copies of photographs, illustrations, drawings and diagrams. 144 Macro Adapter Ring BR-2A Fits between camera and lens to enable a lens to be mounted in reverse; an inexpensive means of obtaining a relatively high reproduction ratio. The BR-2A also increases the working distance for normal or wideangle lenses. Focusing Stage PG-2 Simplifies close-up focusing when using a tripod-mounted F5.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 145 Remote Control Accessories MC-20 MC-30 MC-21 Remote Cord MC-20 Enables remote firing of the F5 and setting of long time exposures up to 9 hrs. 59 min. 59 sec. The LCD tells you the exposure time. Remote Cord MC-30 Enables remote firing with a trigger-lock function. MC-23 MC-25 Extension Cord MC-21 Available for 10-pin remote accessories. Connecting Cord MC-23 Connects two F5 cameras for simultaneous shutter release.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 146 SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS IN AF Autofocus operation depends on general lighting, subject contrast and detail, and other technical factors. In rare situations where autofocus (and manual focus with Electronic Rangefinder) A. Very dark subject Focus manually with clear matte field, or for Single Servo AF, focus on another brighter subject located at the same distance, then lock the focus and recompose (pages 70-71).
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 147 In the following situations, ignore in-focus indicator /. • Subject obscured by an object, such as a fence, in the foreground Use Single Area AF mode and select subject’s focus area (page 38) or focus manually with clear matte field. • With an extremely bright object near your subject Use Single Area AF mode and select subject’s focus area or focus manually with clear matte field.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 148 TROUBLESHOOTING LCD panel Viewfinder Shutter Cause and remedy No indication No indication Locked Batteries are completely exhausted or improperly installed. Rotate power switch to OFF and replace batteries. M appears — Can be released Batteries are nearing exhaustion. Have a fresh set ready. Locked Batteries are just about exhausted. Rotate power switch to OFF and replace batteries with a fresh set.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM LCD panel ƒ-- appears Page 149 Viewfinder ƒ-- appears Err blinks Err blinks Alert LED also blinks — Shutter Can be released Locked w appears when 3D Color Can be released Matrix Metering is selected. Cause and remedy • With built-in CPU lens in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode, lens is not set to the smallest aperture setting. To set aperture with the Sub-Command Dial, set lens to the smallest aperture.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 150 LCD panel Viewfinder Shutter Selected shutter speed blinks 25o or Custom set sync speed appears Can be released In Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode, selected shutter speed is faster than 1/250 or selected flash sync speed in Custom Setting. — fi blinks in red Can be released Flash fired at its full output and light might have been insufficient. Re-adjust focusing distance, aperture, flash shooting distance range, etc. and shoot again.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 151 CAMERA CARE TIPS 1. Do not touch the camera’s reflex mirror or focusing screen. Remove dust with a blower brush. 2. Do not touch the shutter curtains. 3. Do not touch the DX contacts. Keep them clean with a blower brush. 4. Clean the viewfinder eyepiece with a soft, clean cloth. Do not use alcohol. Caution! 5. Clean lens surface with a blower brush.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 152 6. Do not lubricate the camera. 7. Do not leave the camera in an excessively hot place. 10.If the camera malfunctions, take it immediately to an authorized Nikon dealer or service center. 11.Store the camera in a cool, dry place away from naphthalene or camphor (moth repellent). In a humid environment, store the camera inside a vinyl bag with a desiccant to keep out dust, moisture and salt.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 153 In certain cases, due to static electricity or poorly loaded batteries, the F5’s microcomputer may turn the camera off. For the same reason, film may not advance properly. In each of these cases, to resume operation, simply turn the power off, then on again, or remove batteries and install them again. Nikon cannot be held responsible for any malfunction resulting from use of the camera other than as specified in this manual.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 154 NOTES ON BATTERIES 1. Keep batteries out of children’s reach. If someone accidentally swallows a battery, call a doctor immediately. 2. Do not disassemble, short circuit or heat batteries. Do not charge dry cells. 3. If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries. 5. When replacing batteries, be sure to replace all batteries at the same time. Always use fresh batteries of the same brand. 6. Do not throw used batteries into a fire. 7.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 155 GLOSSARY AE (Automatic Exposure) lock Balanced fill-flash operation 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. A flash photography technique that balances flash illumination with the scene’s ambient light.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 156 Depth of field EV The zone of sharpest focus in front of, behind, and around the subject on which the lens is focused; can be previewed in the F5 and some other Nikon cameras. 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.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 157 Exposure compensation Fill-flash Exposure compensation for available light is activated by changing the shutter speed and/or lens aperture. This is done by using AE-L/AF-L (Auto Exposure/Autofocus Lock) button or exposure compensation button, or by Auto Exposure Bracketing. In flash photography with a Nikon-dedicated TTL Speedlight, exposure compensation can also be performed by varying the amount of flash output.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 158 Flash synchronization Focus Tracking Timing of the flash so it coincides with release of the camera’s shutter. There are two types of synchronization: Front-Curtain Sync, which fires the flash at the start of the exposure, and Rear-Curtain Sync, which fires the flash at the end of the exposure.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 159 Front-Curtain Sync ISO film speed The flash fires an instant after the front curtain of a focal plane shutter has completed its travel across the film plane. This is the way the F5 operates with the flash sync mode at Normal Sync. (See “Rear-Curtain Sync”.) The international standard for representing film sensitivity. The higher the number, the greater the sensitivity, and vice versa.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 160 Matrix Metering system Monitor Pre-flash(es) An advanced exposure metering system using a multi-segment sensor and computer. Available in the F5 and other Nikon SLR cameras. 3D Color Matrix Metering: With Multi-Meter Finder DP-30 and D-type 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.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 161 Single Servo AF TTL Once the subject is in focus, focus is locked. Useful for recomposing the picture. Through-the-Lens. Most SLR cameras have built-in meters which measure light after it has passed through the lens, a feature that enables exposure readings to be taken from the actual image about to be recorded on film, whatever the lens angle of view and regardless of whether a filter is used or not.
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P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 164 SPECIFICATIONS Type of camera Picture format Lens mount Lens Integral-motor autofocus 35mm singlelens reflex 24mm x 36mm (standard 35mm film format) Nikon F mount Nikkor and Nikon lenses having Nikon F mount* * With limitations; see pages 128-131.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Exposure compensation Auto exposure lock Multiple exposure Shutter Shutter speeds Viewfinder Eyepoint Eyepiece shutter Focusing screen Page 165 With exposure compensation button; ±5 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps By pressing AE-L/AF-L button while meter is on Activated with multiple exposure button Electromagnetically controlled verticaltravel focal-plane shutter Lithium niobate oscillator-controlled speeds from 1/8000 to 30 sec.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Film advance Frame counter Film rewind 166 Page 166 In single-frame shooting mode, film automatically advances one frame when shutter is released; in CH (Continuous High) CL (Continuous Low) or CS (Continuous Silent) shooting mode, shots are taken as long as shutter release button is depressed; in CH mode, shooting speed is approx. 8 fps, in CL mode, approx. 3 fps, and in CS, approx. 1 fps using Ni-MH Battery Unit MN-30; in CH mode, shooting speed is approx. 7.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 167 TTL Multi Sensor Five-segment TTL Multi Sensor used for TTL auto flash control Automatic Balanced Possible with AF Nikkor lens and Nikon Fill-Flash with TTL Speedlight SB-50DX, SB-29, SB-28/ Multi Sensor 28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-23, SB-22s, SB-22, SB-20, etc.
P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 168 Continuous shooting time in Long Time Exposure per set of fresh batteries At 20˚C or 68°F At –10˚C or 14°F Eight AA-type alkaline batteries Approx. 5 hours Approx. 30 min. Eight AA-type lithium batteries Approx. 8 hours Approx. 120 min. Optional Ni-MH Battery Unit MN-30 Approx. 4 hours Approx. 140 min.
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P400 (E) 02.12.27 6:42 PM Page 170 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. K NIKON CORPORATION FUJI BLDG.
