Nikon INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CONTENTS FOREWORD . . ...... ... . .... . ....... . ......... . . 4 NOMENCLATURE .......................... . .. 5-7 BASIC OPERATION .. . . . .... . ........ . . . . . . . . 8-20 MOUNTING THE LENS ......... . ....... . ...... . .... 8 INSTALLING BATIERIES ...... . ......... . ........... 9 CHECKING BATIERY POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10-11 LOADING FILM .... . . . .... . ... . ... .... .. ... . . .. 12-13 BASIC SHOOTING ...... ... ............. . ...... 14-17 REWINDING FILM ............ . .
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY . .. ....... . .......... 46-64 AUTOMATIC BALANCED FILL-FLASH ...• . .... ... . 46-47 Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash ... . .. . .. .......... ... 47 Center-Weighted Fill-Flash . .. ... .. ..... . . ....... 47 USING BUILT- IN TTL FLASH ......•.............. 48- 61 Notes on selecting aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 48 Operation in programmed auto exposure mode ..................... . 49-51 Operation in shutter-priority auto exposure mode . .. ... ...... ... .. ... . .
FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing this Nikon product. We hope you enjoy the Nikon N5005, and we're sure it will make photography a bigger part of your life. Get to know your N5005, but before using it, be sure to read this manual thoroughly. Nikon cannot be held responsible for malfunction resulting from the use of the camera other than as specified in this manual.
NOMENCLATURE Aperture dial Accessory shoe Film plane indicator Film rewind button Self-timer button Frame counter Dial lock-release button Flash lock-release buttons Self-timer indicator LED Flash head Lens mounting index Shutter release button Shutter speed dial Lens release button Focus mode selector Handgrip Aperture ring AEL (Auto Exposure Lock) button Minimum aperture lock Aperture scale Focusing ring Lens (AF Zoom-Nikkor 35-70mm f/3.3-4.5) CPU contacts: Do not touch.
Eyepiece cover DK-5 (provided) : Prevents stray light from entering viewfinder.
Inside viewfinder 12mm-dia.
BASIC OPERATION MOUNTING THE LENS Twist lens counterclockwise until it securely clicks into place. The N5005 is designed for use with AF Nikkor lenses, except AFNikkor SOmm fl2.S, ED 200mm fl3.5 IF, and Autofocus Converter TC-16/TC-16A. For limited use of non-AF Nikkor lenses, see pages 65 to 67. S To remove Push lens release button and turn lens clockwise. 00 not push lens reiease button except when removing lens.
INSTALLING BATTERIES 1 Open the battery chamber lid by sliding the lock release. 2 Install four fresh AA-type batteries with Close the battery chamber lid. "+" ends positioned as shown inside the battery chamber. Batteries with a "+" terminal exceeding 6mm in diameter cannot be used.
CHECKING BATIERY POWER ,---------------------~ 2 To turn the camera power on, rotate the shutter speed dial from L to another setting while pressing the dial lock-release button. When not using the camera, be sure to set the shutter dial to L, to turn off power and conserve battery power. 10 Lightly press shutter release button and check viewfinder exposure indicator LED(s) (+ , 0 and/or - ) to make sure battery power is sufficient.
During shooting, replace batteries when: a) Film-advance speed, operation speed of autofocus lens or flash recycling time is noticeably slower, or b) Lightly pressing the shutter release button causes the self-timer indicator LED to start blinking and the shutter to lock. If LED goes off approx. 2 sec. after finger is removed from button, batteries need replacement.
LOADING FILM 000000000 Slide down camera back lock release to open camera back. Insert film cartridge. - Use only OX-coded film. - Usable film speed range for OXcoded film is ISO 25 to 5000. - All non-OX-coded films are automatically set to ISO 100. - Avoid loading/unloading in direct sunlight. 12 Pull film leader out to red index mark.
Check to make sure film is positioned properly, with no slack. Close camera back and confirm lockrelease snaps closed. Fully depress shutter release button to automatically advance film to frame "1." Observe film advance indicator rotation to confirm proper film installation and transport. e lf film is not correctly installed, the self-timer indicator LED blinks. Set the shutter speed dial to L, then reset the dial to another setting while pressing the dial lock-release button.
BASIC SHOOTING The Nikon N5005 offers both auto and manual focusing. It also gives you three auto exposure modes - programmed auto, aperture-priority auto, shutter-priority auto - plus manual exposure control. The following instructions are for autofocus shooting in programmed auto exposure mode with an AF Nikkor lens. Programmed auto is the easiest-to-use exposure mode. For details about other focusing methods and exposure modes, see pages 20 to 27 and 28 to 36, respectively.
When both A and S are set, programmed auto mode is in operation. Set focus mode selector to A (autofocus). If the lens in use has an A-M switch, set the switch to A. Aim camera at the subject. The shutter dial locks at the A or L position, and the aperture dial locks at the S position. To release them, rotate the shutter or aperture dial whi le pressing the dial lock-release button.
Position the viewfinder focus brackets (: :) on the main subject. 16 Lightly press the shutter release button. Confirm the green focus indicator LED . and the red exposure indicator LED 0 light up.
e lf focus indicator LED . blinks, see pages 26 to 27. e lf subject moves, remove your finger from shutter release 7 button, then lightly press again to start autofocus with focus tracking. e For details about autofocus, see pages 20 to 23. ***************************** o blinks Picture blur possibility (shutter speed is 1/[focal length] sec. or slower). Use tripod to avoid camera shake, or use built-in TIL flash or accessory Nikon speedlight to synchronize shutter speed at 1/125 sec.
REWINDING FILM The film advance stops automatically at the end of the roll. Then, the self-timer indicator LED blinks for a few seconds and the shutter locks. If you do not rewind the film when you come to the end of the roll, each time the shutter release button is depressed, the self-timer indicator LED blinks for a few seconds to remind you to rewind it. 18 While sliding film rewind lever, push the film rewind button.
Open camera back and remove film cartridge.
FOCUS AUTOFOCUS In autofocus mode, the shutter cannot be released until the subject is correctly focused, and once in focus, the focus is locked as long as the shutter release button remains lightly pressed. If subject is moving, focus tracking works automatically. The focus tracking system enables the camera to analyze the speed of the moving subject according to focus detection data, and drive the autofocus lens by anticipating the position at the exact moment of exposure.
With a moving subject Lightly pressing the shutter release button with a moving subject will activate the lens for focus tracking. The focus indicator LED . will not appear during focus tracking. Confirm the subJect is in focus on the matte field inside the viewfinder before fully depressing the shutter release button. If subject stops, focus is locked. If subject moves again, remove your finger from the shutter release button and lightly press it again to start autofocus with focus tracking.
Taking pictures with an off-center main subject 2. 22 Confirm the focus indicator LED lights up. 1. Center the focus brackets on the subject and lightly press the shutter release button. 3. Keeping the shutter release button lightly pressed, recompose and fully depress the shutter release button.
Autofocusing with AF illuminator If existing light is insufficient for autofocus operation: 1. Mount Nikon Autofocus 8peedlight 88-24/88-23/88-22/88-20 on the accessory shoe of the N5005. 2. Lightly press the shutter release button. 3. The speedlight's AF illuminator lights up to start autofocus operation. For details, see speedlight instruction manual.
MANUAL FOCUS WITH ELECTRONIC FOCUSING CONFIRMATION r-----------------------~ .,.. .)/!.~...... , ""'!!.IIl"ll\.'\. 'I!l , . ". ~ ~rlt. . ·, '........ . ..,. It· . ". •J. . . . . .\" ",,, ... . ~ ,." 2. l§\il \' . ' ' 1. Set focus mode selector to M (manual). If the lens in use has an A-M switch, set the switch to M. 4.
MANUAL FOCUS USING CLEAR MATTE FIELD 1. Set the focus mode selector to M (manual). 2. Focus subject using the clear matte field.
SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS Autofocus operation and electronic focusing confirmation depend upon the general lighting of the scene, subject contrast and details, and other technical points. Under certain conditions, the automatic focusing system/electronic focusing confirmation may experience difficulty. In these circumstances, we recommend you focus manually using the clear matte field.
In the following situations, ignore focusindicator LED and focus manually using the clear matte field. 1) When shooting the following: 2) Low-contrast subject Focus manually, or for autofocus, focus on another subject located at the same distance - but with more contrast - until the green focus indicator LED appears. 3) Subject with no vertical lines Turn the camera sideways to focus, or focus manually.
EXPOSURE SHUTTER SPEED DIAL AND APERTURE DIAL Exposure control consists of two parts aperture control and shutter speed control. The aperture works basically the same way as the iris of the human eye and controls the amount of light passing through the lens. The shutter, located in the camera body, varies the amount of light admitted to the film by opening and closing at different speeds. Together, these two controls determine the amount of light that strikes the film, resulting in exposure control.
PROGRAMMED AUTO EXPOSURE MODE - AUTO MULTI-PROGRAM Auto Multi-Program automatically sets the best combination of shutter speed and lens aperture, making it the easiest exposure mode to use. Because lenses of different focal length handle differently at slow shutter speeds, picture sharpness varies with the shutter speed used. The slowest shutter speed recommended for any lens when hand-holding the camera is 1/(focal length) of the lens. With a 60mm lens, for example, use 1/60 sec.
SHUTIER-PRIORITY AUTO EXPOSURE MODE This mode lets you choose shutter speeds manually, so you can freeze the action with sharp, clear outlines using fast shutter speeds, or create motion effects by choosing slower shutter speeds. The microcomputer in the N5005 automatically selects the correct aperture to match the shutter speed you set. At a fast shutter speed At a slow shutter speed 30 1. Set aperture dial to S. 2. Set shutter speed dial to desired speed.
3. Look inside viewfinder and lightly press the shutter release button. 4. When the exposure indicator LED lights up, fully depress the shutter release button. + lights up· or +0 light up - lights up· or O - light up Select a higher shutter speed Select a slower shutter speed, or use built-in TIL flash or speedlight +/ - blink alternately· Set lens to its smallest aperture setting +/- disappear· Shutter dial is set to "T"; select other position 'Shutter is locked.
APERTURE-PRIORITY EXPOSURE MODE The microcomputer in the N5005 automatically selects the correct shutter speed to match the aperture you set. This is the recommended mode when depth 01 lield is your prime consideration. To create softer, less distinct backgrounds, as in portraitures, use wider apertures. For overall sharp, clear picture, such as scenic photography, use smaller apertures. [) .MlNIIIl.""Q" At wide aperture 1. Set shutter speed dial to A. 2. Set aperture dial to desired I-number.
3. Look inside viewfinder and lightly press shutter release button. o blinks 4. When the exposure indicator LED lights up, lully depress the shutter release button. Picture blur possibility (shutter speed is 1/[local length) sec. or slower). Select laster aperture setting (smaller I-number), or use a tripod to avoid camera shake.
MANUAL EXPOSURE MODE In manual exposure mode, both shutter speed and aperture can be set manually according to the desired effect. Use fast shutter speeds to stop the action, slower speeds to create motion effects or less distinct outlines. Manually.setting the exposure mode also lets you control depth of field, either by softening the background so the main subject of the picture stands out, or by creating overall uniform sharpness. Note that Center-Weighted Metering is selected in manual exposure mode.
4. Rotate either shutter speed dial or aperture dial until exposure indicator LED lights up. + or - LED lights up + in the following cases': Overexposure warning +1EV - +0 Overexposure warning +1/3EV - +1EV o Correct exposure -1/3EV - +1/3EV 0 - Underexposure warning -1EV - -1/3EV Underexposure warning - -1EV 5. Fully depress the shutter release button.
Tsetting For long-time exposures, use the T setting. . To avoid camera shake, it is advisable to use a tripod. 1. Set the shutter speed dial to T. 2. Fully depress the shutter release button then remove finger from the button. After 0.5 sec., exposure begins. 3. During exposure, the self-timer indicator LED blinks every second. 36 4. To stop the exposure, lightly press the shutter release button. - Long-time exposures can be performed in self-timer operation; for self-timer operation, see pages 44 to 45.
EXPOSURE METERING SYSTEM MATRIX METERING CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING In auto exposure modes (programmed auto, shutter-priority auto and aperturepriority auto), Matrix Metering is selected. The Matrix Metering sensor determines scene brightness by dividing the scene into five areas, then analyzing each area for brightness and scene contrast. Thus, the meter automatically provides the correct exposure of the main subject in virtually any lighting situation, without requiring manual exposure compensation.
MATRIX METERING VS. CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING In scenes with both very bright and very dark areas, these two metering systems produce varying results. For example: Scene containing the sun A. Scene containing the sun or scenes with high reflectivity If a scene containing strong highlights, such as the sun, snow or bright reflections, Center-Weighted Metering renders the main subject as a silhouette.
Front-lit subject Outdoor backlit subject J Matrix Metering Matrix Metering Center-Weighted Metering Center-Weighted Metering 39
D. Small, dark subjects against a bright background A subject significantly smaller than anyone of the five sensor areas may not be recognized and integrated into the automatic exposure evaluation. For such subjects, we recommend you use either the AEL button or manual exposure control for Center-Weighted Metering. Matrix Metring Center-Weighted Metering (with AEL button) Main subject is correctly exposed. For details, see page 42.
E. Sunset scenes When you want to emphasize a dramatic sunset, but don't want the Matrix Metering to lighten the scene for dark foreground subject, use the AEL button or manual exposure control for Center-Weighted Metering.
CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING FOR SPECIAL EXPOSURE SITUATIONS AEL (Auto Exposure Lock) button 1. Center main subject inside viewfinder and/or move in closer 2. Lightly press shutter release button. so the 12mm circle is covered by the subject. 3. While lightly pressing shutter release button, depress the AEL button and hold it in. 42 4. Recompose and shoot.
Manual exposure mode 1. Center main subject inside viewfinder and/or move in closer so the 12mm circle is covered by the subject. Lightly press the shutter release button. 3. Confirm the exposure indicator LED lights up. 4. 2. Adjust the shutter speed and aperture for correct exposure. Recompose and shoot. • When recomposing may change the subject-to-camera distance, refocus by briefly removing your finger from the shutter release button and lightly pressing it again.
SELF-TIMER 1. 44 Compose picture, lightly press shutter release button, then confirm focus and exposure. - In self-timer operation, the shutter is released whether subject is in focus or not. To assure a focused image, focus subject before pressing self-timer button. 2. Press self-timer button to start self-timer operation. For one-shot self-timer: Press self-timer button and remove finger within two seconds (before self-timer indicator starts blinking).
3. Shutter will be released after approx. 10 seconds. For the first seven seconds, self-timer indicator LED blinks; for the final three seconds, the LED lights up, warning you to get ready. For two-shot self-timer operation, the second shot will be taken five seconds after the first. To cancel the self-timer after activating: Press self-timer button again.
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY AUTOMATIC BALANCED FILL-FLASH Generally performed at night or in dim light, flash photography also removes shadows in pictures shot in bright sunlight, resulting in a more natural, pleasing effect. When existing light is insufficient for normal shooting or when shooting a dark subject against a bright background (i.e.
Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash Center-Weighted Fill-Flash As mentioned on page 37, Matrix Metering is automatically selected in auto exposure mode. In TIL auto flash photography, the Matrix Meter reads the scene's light levels/light pattern and signals the computer, which then calculates available-light exposure settings.
USING BUILT-IN TTL FLASH - Do not touch the flash when firing it; normal operation can make it quite hot. e Never fire the flash more than 20 consecutive times at intervals of 5 sec. or shorter. Firing continuously more than 20 times may impair flash performance. After each major flash shooting, let the flash rest at least 10 minutes before firing again. When you continuously fire the flash, the camera's handgrip may become hot due to normal operation.
, 0 - " I Operation in programmed auto exposure mode 1. If subject brightness is insufficient, the viewfinder ready-light blinks to suggest that you use a flash. 2. Press both flash lock-release buttons. The built-in TIL flash will pop up and automatically turn on.
3. Compose picture and lightly press shutter release button. . 00 not use AEL button in Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash. • For controlled shutter speed/aperture, see table on page 62. 4. Make sure the subject is within the flash shooting distance range . Guide for flash shooting distance range (at ISO 100): For subjects backlit by the sun 0.6m -0.8m (2.0 ft.-2.6 ft.) For outdoor subjects on sunny day 0.6m-1.5m (2.0 ft. -4.9 ft.) For outdoor subjects on cloudy day or in shadows For indoor subjects 0.
- 5. Confirm ready-light is on, then fully depress shutter release button to take a shot with the flash . • With ready-light off, the flash is charging and shutter remains locked. If ready-light blinks for a few seconds after shooting: The flash has fired at its maximum output and light might be insufficient. Confirm shooting distance and, if necessary, move closer to subject, or switch exposure mode to aperture-priority auto to select a wider aperture.
Operation in shutter-priority auto exposure mode 52 1. I If subject brightness is insufficient, the viewfinder ready-light blinks to suggest that you use a flash. 2. Press both flash lock-release buttons. The built-in TIL flash will pop up and automatically turn on.
3. Compose picture and lightly press shutter release button. Confirm exposure indicator LED for background exposure. 4. Make sure subject is within the flash shooting distance range. Guide for flash shooting distance range (at ISO 100): o lights up Correct exposure + or + 0 Background may be overexposed. Select faster shutter speed For subjects backlit by the sun Background may be underexposed. Select slower shutter speed. If - remains with a shutter speed of 1 sec.
5. Confirm ready-light is on, then fully depress shutter release button to take a shot with the flash. • With ready-light off, the flash is charging and shutter remains locked. 54 If ready-light blinks for a few seconds after shooting: The flash has fired at its maximum output and light might be insufficient. Confirm shooting distance and, if necessary, move closer to the subject or switch exposure mode to aperturepriority auto to select a wider aperture.
Operation in aperture-priority auto exposure mode 1. If subject brightness is insufficient, the viewfinder ready-light blinks to suggest that you use a flash. 2. Press both flash lock-release buttons. The built-in TIL flash will pop up and automatically turn on.
4. Make sure subject is within the Ilash shooting distance range. Unit· m (It) ISO film speed ~ ::J t: Q) 3. Compose picture and lightly press shutter release button. Conlirm exposure indicator LED lor background exposure. o lights up Correct exposure + or + 0 Background may be overexposed. Select smaller aperture (larger I-number) light up' - or - 0 light up' • With Background may be underexposed.
5. Confirm ready-light is on, then fully depress shutter release button to take a shot with a flash. • With ready-light off, flash is charging and shutter is locked. If ready-light blinks for a few seconds after shooting: The flash has fired at its maximum output and light might be insufficient. Confirm shooting distance and, if necessary, move closer to subject or select a wider aperture.
Operation in manual exposure mode 58 1. Press both flash lock-release buttons. The built-in TIL flash will pop up and automatically turn on. e ln manual exposure mode, the ready-light does not appear to recommend flash use. 2. Look through the viewfinder, center camera on the area where you desire a correct exposure and lightly press the shutter release button.
4. Make sure subject is within the Ilash shooting distance range. With ISO 100 lilm, lor example, flash shooting distance range will be: At 112 2.0m -6.0m (6.6 ft. -19.7 ft.) At 112.8 1.4m -4.2m (4.6 ft. -13.8 ft.) At 114 1.0m -3.0m (3.3 ft. -9.8 ft.) At 115.6 0.7m-2.1m (2.3 ft.-6.9ft.) At 118 0.6m -1.5m (2.0 ft. -4.9 ft.) 3. Conlirm exposure indicator LED. At 1111 0.6m-1.1m (2.0 ft.-3.6 ft.) o lights up Correct exposure At f/16 0.6m-0.8m (2.0 ft.-2.6 ft.
5. 60 Recompose as desired, confirm ready-light is on, then fully depress shutter release button to take a shot with the flash. • With ready-light off, flash is charging and shutter remains locked. If ready-light blinks for a few seconds after shooting: The flash has fired at its maximum output and light might be insufficient. Confirm shooting distance and, if necessary, move closer to subject or select a wider aperture.
USABLE AF NIKKOR LENSES - All non-Zoom AF Nikkor lenses from 2Smm to 300mm can be used, except AF Nikkor ED 300mm 112.S IF. _ Usable AF zoom lenses are: AF 24-50mm 113.3-114.5' AF 2S-70mm 113.5-1/4.5" AF 2S-S5mm 113.5-114.5'" AF 35-70mm 112.S···· AF 35-70mm 1/3.3-1/4.5 AF 35-105mm 1/3.5-f/4.5 AF 35-135mm 113.5-1/4.5····· AF 70-210mm 1/4 AF 70-210mm 114-115.6 AF 75-300mm 114.5-1/5.6 AF SO-200mm 1/2.S······ - Do not use a lens hood; it could cause slight vignetting. - Use only AF Nikkor lenses.
BUILT-IN FLASH SPECIFICATIONS Unit: m (ft.) Guide number ISO film speed 25 6 (20) I I 50 8.5 (28) I I 100 12 (39) I I 200 17 (56) I I 400 24 (79) I I Angle of coverage 28mm to 300mm 800 34 (112) Controlled shutter speed/aperture in auto exposure mode Camera's exposure mode Controlled shutter speed Controlled aperture Programmed auto If focal length in use is 60mm or shorter: 1/(focallength) sec., to 1/125 sec. If focal length in use is longer than 60mm: 1/60 to 1/125 sec.
Controlled maximum aperture in programmed and shutter-priority auto exposure mode: ~ 25 50 100 200 400 800 f/4 .8 Lens in use With f/1.4 lens f/2 f/2 .4 f/2 .8 f/3 .4 f/4 With 1/3.3 lens f/3 .3 1/3.3 f/3 .3 1/3.4 f/4 f/4 .8 With 1/4.5 lens f/4 .5 1/4.5 f/4 .5 1/4.5 f/4 .5 f/4.
SPEEDLIGHT COMPATIBILITY CHART Speed light's flash exposure mode Nikon Speedlight S8- 24 88-23 S8- 22 S8- 20 S8-168 S8- 15 TIL auto Connecting Matrix 8alanced Fill-Flash' Center-Weighted Fill- Flash" Direct Yes Yes Direct Manual flash'" Yes (except S8- 23) Yes Yes**** Yes·**· No Yes Via AS- 6 No No No Yes Via SC-23 Yes Yes Yes Yes Via SC-13 or AS- 15 No No Yes Yes S8- 17 S8- 16A····· Via AS-16 No No Yes Yes Medical-Nikkor 120mm f/4 IF SC-22 (Provided) S8-218 S8-21 A··
LENSES Nikon N5005 is designed for autofocus photography with AF Nikkor lenses (except AF-Nikkor lenses for F3AF). To take full advantage of the N5005's conveniences, it is recommended that you should use AF Nikkor lenses. However, the following lenses can be used with the Nikon N5005 for manual focusing and manual exposure control, in line with the conditions listed at right.
Lens compatibility Autofocus AF Nikkor lenses (except AF Nikkor lenses for F3AF) AI-P Nikkor lens AI-type Nikkor lenses Series E lenses Reflex Nikkor lenses 4 ) PC-Nikkor lenses 4 ) Medical-Nikkor 120mm f/4 Teleconverters (except TC-16 /TC-16A) Focusing Exposure Control Manual w/electronic Manual Programmed Shutter-priority Aperture-priority Manual focusing confirmation auto auto auto 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 61) 0 0 0 0 X X X X X 6') 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 1) With maximum aperture of 1/5.6 or faster.
ACCESSORY COMPATIBILITY The following accessories cannot be used with the Nikon N5005. - Cords that connect to remote terminal - Accessories that connect to sync terminal - Cable releases - Neckstrap AN-1 (leather) - Others: PF-1- PF-3, PH-3, PB-2, PK-1- PK-3, PN-1, K2, BR-2 Accessories exclusively designed for other cameras e lf accessories such as close-up attachments are mounted directly on the lens mount of the N5005, exposure indicator LEDs do not appear. Set aperture using lens aperture ring.
CAMERA CARE TIPS 1. 7. 68 Never touch the reflex mirror, focusing screen or AF contacts. Remove dust with a blower brush. Clean the viewfinder eyepiece with a soft, clean cloth. Do not use alcohol. 2. 8. Never touch the shutter curtains. Clean glass surfaces such as the lens with a blower brush; avoid using lens tissue as much as possible. To remove dirt and smudges, use soft cotton moistened with pure alcohol and 3. Never touch the DX-contacts. Keep clean with blower brush.
4. 9. Do not leave the camera in an excessively hot place. 5. Do not lubricate the camera. 10. Store the camera in a cool, dry If the camera is exposed to rain or mist, or after shooting near the sea, wipe with a clean, soft cloth. place away from naphthalene or camphor (moth repellents). In a humid environment, store the camera inside a vinyl bag with a 6. If the camera malfunctions, take it immediately to an authorized Nikon dealer or service center. desiccant to keep out dust, moisture and salt.
NOTES ON BATTERIES 11. If camera has not been used for a long time, recycling time of the builtin flash may be longer. To maintain the flash's condenser in peak condition, thereby enabling you to use the flash for many years, fire the flash a few times every month. 70 1. Keep batteries out of chi ldren's reach. If swallowed, call a doctor immediately. 2. Never disassemble, short-circuit or heat batteries. 6. Do not throw used batteries into a fire. 7.
3. Battery power falls off in extremely low temperatures - make sure batteries are new and keep the camera body wrapped in something warm. 4. When replacing batteries, be sure to replace all batteries at the same time. Always use fresh batteries of the same brand. 5. When not using the camera for a long period, remove batteries. Compared with regular batteries, NiCd batteries provide greater efficiency at low temperatures.
SPECIFICATIONS Type of camera Picture format Lens mount Lens Focus modes Autofocus Autofocus detection system Autofocus detection range Autofocus actuation method Autofocus lock Focus tracking Focusing confirmation Exposure metering 72 Integral-motor autofocus 35mm singlelens reflex with built-in TIL flash 24mm x 36mm (standard 3Smm fi lm format) Nikon bayonet mount AF Nikkor lenses (except AF-Nikkor SOmm 1/2.S, ED 200mm f/3.
Eyepiece cover Focusing screen Viewfinder information Auto exposure lock Film speed range Film speed setting Film loading Film advance Frame counter Film rewind Model OK-5 prevents stray light from entering viewfinder Nikon BriteView screen with central focus brackets for autofocus operation Green focus indicator LED for focusing, red exposure indicator LED shows over- and underexposure warning, and correct exposure; red flash ready- light for flash photography Avai lable via pressing the AEL button w
Flash indication Flash ready-light blinks when flash is recommended (scene darker than EV 10 at 180 100, or a scene with brightness of EV 10 or higher at ISO 100 where the center portion is darker than other areas by more than EV 2) and lights up when built-in TIL flash or accessory Nikon Speed light is ready to fire Possible only with Nikon Autofocus Autofocus flash Speedlight 8B-24, 88-23, 88-22 and photography 88-20 Power source Four M-type batteries Number of 36-exposure film rolls per set of fresh bat
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GLOSSARY AEL (Auto Exposure Lock) AEL is recommended for shooting small dark subjects against a bright background or for shooting dramatic sunset scenes. When AEL is used in auto exposure mode, camera automatically switches to Center-Weighted Metering.
Aperture-priority auto: User selects aperture and camera chooses shutter speed for correct exposure. Manual: User select both shutter speed and aperture with the meter's recommendations for correct exposure. Fill-flash A method of flash photography that combines flash illumination and ambient light. Subjects lit from behind or near a window normally appear too dark in photographs, so it is recommended you use a flash for fi ll-in lighting. (See "Balanced fill-flash.
TTL Through-The-Lens. Most SLR cameras have built-in meters that 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. TTL auto flash The camera's light sensor measures flash light, as reflected by the subject on the film and shuts off the flash when measurement indicates correct exposure.
VIEWFINDER INFORMATION Exposure mode Programmed auto I Shutter-priority auto I Aperture-priority auto Focus indicator • blinks LED • disappears lights up o o blinks Exposure indicator LEOs (without flash) Autofocus impossible Rear/front focus (shutter does not lock in manual focusing) Correct exposure Camera shake warning I - Camera shake warning I - + lights up Too bright for auto exposure Over (+1EV -) - lights up Too dark for auto exposure Under (- -1EV) +- blink alternately Lens apertu
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