Nikon § o § o D m 3 N80qd INSTRUCTION MANUAL
I Nomenclature Depth-of-field preview button (P. 67) Focus mode selector (P. 38, 47) Lens release button (P-19)__________ Sub-Command Dial iPJ) Power switch (P. 16) Shutter release button (P. 17) Flash lock-release button (P. 30) Film advance mode selector lock release (P. 37) Camera strap eyelet Release terminal (R 65) Flash Exposure compensation button {P. 85) Camera strap eyelet Exposure mode (P.50)/ Custom Setting(P. 70)/ ISO film speed select dial (P. 36) LCD illuminator{ P.
Diopter adjustment lever (P. 66) AE-L/AF-L (Auto Exposure[R58]/ Autofocus Lock [R. 44]) button Viewfinder eyepiece Rubber eyecup (P. 66) Flash sync mode (P. 80)/ Film rewind button (P. 36) Auto Exposure Bracketing button (P. 61 Camera back lock release lever (P. 20) Film confirmation window Data imprint LCD panel/ buttons (N80QD only) (R 90) Tripod socket Battery chamber cover lock lever (R 16) Focus area selector lock __________ lever (R 42) AF Area mode selector (P.
J I CD Panel/Viewfinder Display ■ LCD panel Shutter speed/ Exposure compensation value Bracketing bar graphs (P. 61) Aperture Flash exposure compensation (P. 85) CM? Custom Setting jiqlq.q o (P. 70) com°pe^nsation (P. 60)—|-0I 00 0^ Battery power (P. 16) M Flexible Program (P. 51) rn f REAR SM2 Lw Frame counter (P-21) DX indication (P. 36) Focus area (P. 42) Flash sync mode (P. 80) Auto Exposure Bracketing (P. 61) * The illustrations are fully labeled for your reference.
■ Viewfinder Display 12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering area (P. 49) On-Demand Grid Lines (R 71) Focus brackets (focus area) (R 42)/ Spot Metering area (P. 49) Flash ready-light (R 79) Frame counter (P. 21)/Exposure compensation value (P. 60)/Flash exposure compensation value (P. 85) Exposure compensation (P. 60) Multiple exposure (R 63)/ AE-L (Auto exposure lock) indicator (R 58) Shutter speed Aperture Flash exposure compensation ___________________ (P- 85) Exposure mode (P.
I Command Dials I The N80/N80QD’s Main- and Sub-Command Dials are used alone or in combination with other buttons to select/set various functions or modes. See “Basic Operation” on pages 15 to 31 if you want to start shooting immediately with N80/N80QD’s basic mode.
' Setting/canceling Auto Exposure Bracketing P. 61 > Setting number of shots and compensating EV vaiue in Auto Exposure Bracketing R 61 V) /s IS1B8 I Custom Setting • Seiecting menu number of Custom Setting P.
1 Introduction I Thank you for purchasing the Nikon N80/N80QD—a camera that is sure to make photography a bigger part of your life. Get to know your N80/N80QD camera, and be sure to read this manual thoroughly before using it. We recommend that you keep this manual handy. Main features of the N80/N80QD: • SLR camera with built-in Speedlight makes taking pictures easy and enjoyable, even for the most inexperienced beginner.
I Take trial shots Take trial shots before shooting at important occasions like weddings or graduations. I Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly Nikon recommends that you have your camera serviced by an authorized dealer or service center at least once every two years. I Using your camera correctly The Nikon N80/N80QD’s performance has been optimized for use with Nikon brand accessories.
Contents The “Basic Operation” section introduces battery, lens, film, focusing, metering, exposure and shooting in basic steps easy enough even for SLR camera beginners to take pictures. “Detailed Operation” explains each function, from lens to exposure functions, in detail, in approximately the same order as the steps in the “Basic Operation” section. After becoming familiar with basic shooting, refer to the detailed explanation of each operation/function and start using advanced shooting techniques.
t Exposure Metering System (Matrix, Center-Weighted, Spot)....................48-49 Shooting in Each Exposure Mode.............................................................. 50-57 Auto-Multi Program (Flexible Program, Program Chart)........................50-51 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ....................................................52-53 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode...................................................54-55 Manual Exposure Mode ......................................
Detailed Operation and Notes on Batteries P.33-93,100 Notes on Batteries..................................................................... ..................... P. 100 tiCü ca Lens Compatibility..................................................................... ................. P. 34-35 ................. P. 36-37 . Autofocus (P. 38), AF Area Mode (P. 39-41), Focus Area (P. 42), AF-Assist Illuminator (P. 43), Focus Lock (R 44-45), Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected (P.
f- BASIC OPERATION This section features the settings for most common picture-taking situations when using Auto-Multi Program. The shooting modes explained in this section cover most of your shooting situations. Shooting modes/functions explained in this section are as follows: Lens attached , n - - - - ................................. ......
Install Batteries and Check Battery Power 1 Use two CR123A or DL123Atype 3V lithium batteries. (For other power sources, see page 96.) 1.1 Turn the power switch off and open the battery chamber cover by sliding the battery chamber cover lock lever toward indicated direction. 1.2 Insert batteries with the “0” and “0” ends positioned as marked inside the battery chamber 1.3 Turn the power switch on and confirm battery power with the indication. ■ f ! _______ I . .
[71 Check points z g □ Keep the batteries out of children’s reach. If swallowed, contact a doctor immediately. (For “Notes on Batteries”, see page 100.) □ When replacing batteries, be sure to turn the power switch off and replace both batteries at the same time. Always use fresh batteries of the same brand. □ We recommend that you take spare batteries with you, especially when traveling. □ For the number of film rolls that can be shot with fresh batteries, see page 108.
Mount Lens 2 2.1 Turn the power switch off and mount the lens to the camera body. Check the lens type. CPU contacts of CPU lens © CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type @ G-type Nikkor lens ©CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type (Illustration is D-type Nikkor lens), with aperture ring @ G-type Nikkor lens, without aperture ring 2.2 Turn the power switch off and mount the lens to the camera body.
[ZI Check points z o □ Use a D- or G-type AF Nikkor lens to utilize all of this camera’s functions. (See page 34 for Lens Compatibility.) □ Make sure to turn the power switch off when attaching/detaching the lens. □ When attaching the lens, take care not to press the lens release button. < □ Avoid direct sunlight when attaching/detaching the lens. 5 2.3 a: lU CL o o 55 With CPU Nikkor lens with aperture ring (other than Gtype), set the lens aperture to its minimum and lock.
Load Film 3 3.1 Turn the power switch on and load DX-coded film. With DXcoded film, film speed will be set automatically (ISO 25-5000). When the camera Is turned on, film is loaded and the camera back is closed, the film automatically advances to the first frame. Turn the power switch on, confirm that the film speed setting is set to E0, then open the camera back by sliding the camera back lock release lever. • If the film speed setting is not set to BH, see page 36. 3.
IZI Check points z o □ To change film speed with DX-coded film or select film advance mode, see pages 36-37. □ Shutter curtains are very thin. Do not touch the shutter curtains with your finger or the film leader. □ Avoid direct sunlight when changing film outdoors. oc 3.3 UJ Q. o o m Hold the film cartridge and ensure film is properly positioned with no slack, then gently close the camera back until the camera back snaps closed. Film automatically advances to the first frame.
Set Focus Mode, AF Area Mode and Focus Area 4 4.1 Set the focus mode to S (Single Servo AF), AF Area mode to C ] (Single Area AF) and focus area to center. Set the focus mode selector to S (Single Servo AF). • Make sure to turn the focus mode selector until it clicks into position. • To focus, lightly press the shutter release button (page 27). [gffl f I: Autofocus detection can be set to start by pressing the AE-L7 AF-L button only (page 73). 4.2 Set the AF Area mode selector to [ ] (Single Area AF).
\ZCheck points z g □ Do not attempt to rotate the lens focus ring manually while the focus mode is set to S or C. □ With the focus mode set at S (Single Servo AF), the shutter cannot be released when the subject is out of focus. □ See pages 38-42 for details regarding focus mode, AF Area mode and focus area. □ See page 46 for situations where autofocus may not work as expected. 4.3 cc LU O.
Set Metering System and Exposure Mode 5 5.1 Set metering system to K (Matrix Metering) and exposure mode to P (Auto-Multi Program). Set the metering system selector to K (Matrix Metering). □ ,5.6' ' Matrix Metering indication HI appears in the viewfinder. ' The frame is divided into 10 segments in Matrix Metering, and data from each segment is used to determine correct exposure.
Z] Check points z o □ Three metering systems—the N80/N80QD features Matrix, CenterWeighted and Spot Metering (page 48). □ Four exposure modes—the N80/N80QD features Auto-Multj Program, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual exposure modes. Each exposure mode provides a choice of exposure controls for various shooting situations. See step 5.2 for a summary of each exposure mode and its reference page for operating instructions and details. !< QC UJ Q.
Hold Camera and Focus 6 6.1 Lightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the camera on the subject and when the subject is in focus, causes • to appear in the viewfinder. Hold the camera properly. > Keep your elbow propped against your body for support. • Stand with one foot forward a half step and keep your upper body still. • Grasp the camera handgrip with your right hand and use your left hand to cradle the camera (or lens).
z ZI Check points ----------------------------------------------------------------------- o □ Diopter adjustment(page 66) enables you to see more clearly through ^ the viewfinder. o| □ To take a picture ofasubject outside the focus area,shift the focus ° area by using the focus area selector (page 42) or use focus lock (page jg 44). 2 □ N80QD only: You can imprint date and/or time on your photos/ negatives (page 90). 6.2 Compose frame and focus by lightly pressing the shutter release button.
Confirm Indications in Viewfinder and Release Shutter 7 7.1 Confirm that • (in-focus indicator) appears in the viewfinder, then slowly, fully depress the shutter release button. Camera automatically tracks subject that has been moving (page 88). Confirm indications in the viewfinder while lightly pressing the shutter release button. (Shutter speed and aperture are shown in 1/2 steps.) • When the subject is dark or the shutter speed is slower than 1/60 sec.
Check points < □ Focus, shutter speed and aperture can be confirmed in the viewfinder. If any other warning indications appear, see page 101. □ When you reach the end of the film roll, the film starts to rewind automatically. □ For mid-roll rewind, see page 36. □ For self-timer operation, see page 68. Q When the camera back is opened before the film is completely rewound (before f blinks), warning indication (blinking o.. and frame counter) appears in the LCD panel and viewfinder.
Using Built-In Speedlight 8 8.1 When the subject is dark or the shutter speed is slower than 1/60 sec., use the built-in Speedlight to avoid picture blur. Speedlight photography is also suitable for shooting backlit subjects. Press the Speedlight lock-release button to release the Speedlight. The Speedlight starts charging automatically. > See page 80 if the flash sync mode is not set to the normal Front-Curtai Sync.
\ZCheckpoints z o □ The built-in Speedlight offers an angle of coverage of 28mm lens with a guide number of 12/40 (ISO 100, m/ft.). □ Using a D- or G-type Nikkor lens enables use of 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash. (For details, see page 78.) □ Be sure to remove (or store) the lens hood before flash shooting. □ Some lenses have limitations using the built-in Speedlight and may cause vignetting. (For details, see page 84.) 8.2 cc m Q.
About Metering System and Exposure Metering systems and exposure are important factors for taking pictures. Knowing the characteristics of each factor heips you widen your photographic expression. ■ Metering System As the proper combination of shutter speed and aperture for correct exposure is determined according to subject brightness and film sensitivity, measuring subject brightness is very important, in generai, brightness inside the viewfinder is not uniform.
DETAILED OPERATION This section features detailed descriptions of all camera functions—including lens, film, focus, exposure and other functions.
1 Lens Compatibility I Use a CPU lens (except ix-Nikkor) with this camera. D- or G-type AF lenses give you access to all available functions. See page 18. G-type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lens • The G-type Nikkor lens has no aperture ring; aperture should be selected from camera body. Unlike other CPU Nikkor lenses, aperture does not need to be set to minimum (largest f-number). • CPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type Nikkor lens have an aperture ring. Set the lens aperture to its minimum and lock.
I Types of CPU lenses and other usable lenses/accessories Mode Focus mode Autofocus Exposure mode Manual witli electronic Manual rangefinder L ens/accessories D-type AF Nikkor*3, G-type AF Nikkor, AF-S, AF-I Nikkor O O o Any mods other that M M o o Metering system Matrix 3D 1010segment segment O CenterWeighted, Spot*i o — o PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D*‘* — 0*5 o — o O — o Z AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter's 0*7 0*7 0 o o O ___ Q.
I Film [Setting and confirming fiim speed Set the exposure mode/ISO film speed select dial to ISO and rotate the Main-Command Dial to set film speed in use • Film speed can be set to DH and between ISO 6-6400 In 1/3 steps by rotating the Main-Command Dial. When a film Is reinstalled, film speed is automatically set to 10. • When film speed is set to 10 and DX-coded film is installed, film speed Is automatically set between ISO 25-5000.
I If film does not start to rewind or film rewind stops at mid-roll • When battery power is very low, or at low temperatures, film may not start rewinding or film rewind may stop at mid-roll, and o.. and frame number will blink in the LCD panel. In this case, turn the power switch off, change batteries, then turn the power switch on and rewind film again. I Film advance mode Rotate the film advance mode selector while pressing the film advance mode selector lock release to select film advance mode.
1 Autofocus I Focus mode selector • Set focus mode selector to S (Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority) or C (Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority). Camera focuses automatically on the subject when the shutter release button is lightly pressed. S: Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority The shutter can only be released when in focus indicator • appears in the viewfinder (Focus-Priority). Once focused on a subject, keeping the shutter release button lightly pressed locks focus (Focus Lock, page 44).
AF Area Mode I Autofocus operation lets you select Single Area AF that uses one focus area selected or Dynamic AF that also utilizes the other four focus areas. Rotate AF Area mode selector to select AF Area mode. ;?5 fS.6 '■ • FI appears when the Single Area AF is selected and FI or FI (when Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority is activated) appears when Dynamic AF is selected in the LCD panel.
I AF Area Mode —continued I Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority L ^ J • The Closest Subject Priority AF operation is possible in the Dynamic AF, where the camera automatically selects the focus area with the closest subject. Focus is always achieved at any of the five focus areas so you can avoid outof-focus pictures. • In Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority, focus area indication does not appear in the LCD panel and viewfinder and focus area cannot be selected.
Dynamic AF Mode with Ciosest Subject Priority can be selected in either focus mode, in Single Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF. When the AF Area Mode is set to Dynamic AF Mode, the following settings are selected in combination with the given focus mode. • In Single Servo AF: Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority is activated in initial setting. LtHiii 3: Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority can be disabled (page 73).
1 Focus Area IThis camera’s five focus areas cover a wide frame area, and you can select among them, depending on the subject’s position in the frame or your desired composition. They reliably provide sharp focus without use of focus lock (page 44). the AF Area mode selector to select Single 1 Rotate Area AF [ ] or Dynamic AF [+]. • Focus area cannot be selected in Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority ((7^, page 40).
AF-Assist Illuminator I When the subject is dark and the shutter release button is pressed lightly, the camera’s AF-Assist Illuminator automatically turns on and enables autofocus operation in a dark environment. Approx. 0.5-3m (1.6-9.8 ft.) / ------rtiilii(ii]nr • AF-Assist Illuminator automatically turns on in the following situations: Focus mode is Single Servo AF, AF Nikkor lens is used, subject is dark and center focus area is selected or Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority is activated.
Focus Lock I Focus lock is useful in autofocus shooting when you want to capture a subject that’s framed outside of the N80/N80QD’s five focus areas, and in situations where autofocus may not work as expected (page 46). Focus lock is operated differently in Single Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF. the focus area on the subject and lightly 1 Position press the shutter release button. • • appears when the subject is in focus. 2 Confirm focus indicator • and lock focus.
In Continuous Servo AF Confirm focus indicator • then (while keeping shutter release button lightly pressed) press the @ button. Focus is locked as long as the # button is kept pressed, even if you remove your finger from the shutter release button. In Auto Exposure mode, exposure is also locked in this case (page 58). Only focus can be set to lock when @ button is pressed (page 73). keeping the focus locked, recompose and 3 While shoot.
Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected I Autofocus may not work as expected in the following situations. In such situations, focus manually using the clear matte field (page 47) or focus on a different subject located at the same distance, use focus lock (page 44) then recompose. Low-contrast scenes For example, where the subject is wearing clothing the same color as a wall or other background.
Manual Focus I Focus can be set manually when the focus mode selector Is set to M. • Set the focus mode selector to M. Look through the viewfinder and rotate the lens focusing ring until a sharp image appears on the clear matte field in the viewfinder. The shutter can be released whether or not the subject is in focus. Use Manual focus in situations where autofocus may not work as expected (page 46) or a lens other than an AF Nikkor lens (page 35) is attached.
I Exposure Metering System I Three choices of metering system are available to suit the lighting for your subject. Rotate the metering system selector to select the desired metering system. • When a metering system is selected, it is indicated in the viewfinder. • Metering systems cannot be used when a non-CPU Nikkor iens is attached.
ra: Center-Weighted Metering Center-Weighted Metering places special emphasis on brightness within the 12mm-diameter circle in the viewfinder, so it is useful for basing exposure on a specific area of the scene. H: Spot Metering Nearly 100% of the meter’s sensitivity is concentrated on the 4mm-dia. area (approx. 1 % of enfire frame) within the selected focus area of the viewfinder.
I Shooting in Each Exposure Mode IP: Auto-Multi Program The camera automatically controls exposure according to the exposure combination in the program chart for exposure that is correct for any shooting situation. Suited for situations such as when taking a snapshot, where you want to concentrate only on the shutter release opportunity. For more complex shooting, use Flexible Program, exposure compensation (page 60) or auto exposure bracketing (page 61).
Flexible Program In Auto-Multi Program, by rotating the Main-Command Dial you can change the combination of shutter speed and aperture while maintaining correct exposure. With this function, you can shoot in Auto-Multi Program as though you were shooting in Shutter-Priority Auto or Aperture-Priority Auto. @ appears in the LCD panel when the Flexible Program is used.
I Shooting in Each Exposure Mode —continued IS: Shutter-Priority Auto Enables you to manually set your desired shutter speed (30-1/4000 sec.); the camera automatically selects the proper aperture to provide correct exposure. With high shutter speeds, you can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject; with slower speeds, you can create a blurry, motion effect. • Shutter-Priority Auto can only be selected with CPU Nikkor lens (page 34). i Rotate the exposure mode select dial to select S.
the shutter speed (30-1/4000 sec.) by rotating the 2 Set Main-Command Dial. [gm Ic’: Shutter speed can be set to change with Sub-Command Dial (page 74). 3 Compose picture, focus and shoot. • When the subject is too dark or bright, one of the foilowing warning indications wiii appear in the LCD panel or viewfinder. (Eiectronic anaiog exposure dispiay wiii also indicate the amount of under- or overexposure.) • H I: Select higher shutter speed. If the warning indication stili remains on, use ND filter.
Shooting in Each Exposure Mode—continued I I A: Aperture-Priority Auto Enables you to set the desired aperture manually. The camera automatically selects a shutter speed suitable for correct exposure. By varying the aperture, and thus controlling the depth of field (page 88), you can sharpen the background and foreground, or blur the background. In flash photography, varying the aperture changes the flash shooting distance (page 83).
2 Set the aperture by rotating the Sub-Command Dial. 3 Compose picture, focus and shoot. • When the subject is too dark or too bright, one of the foiiowing warnings wili appear in the LCD panei or viewfinder. (Electronic anaiog exposure dispiay wiii aiso indicate the amount of under- or overexposure.) • HI: Select smaller aperture (larger f-number). If the warning indication persists, use an ND filter. • L o: Select larger aperture (smaller f-number).
1 Shooting in Each Exposure Mode —continued IM: Manual Enables you to set both shutter speed and aperture manually. With electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder, you can produce various creative effects by adjusting the exposure. Long Time Exposure (Bulb) can be set in Manual exposure mode. -/ Rotate the exposure mode select dial to select M.
the shutter speed and aperture and confirm by 2 Set looking at the electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder. • Set the shutter speed by rotating the Main-Command Dial and the aperture by rotating the Sub-Command Dial. These functions can be set independentiy. • Long Time exposure (Bulb) can be set by setting the shutter speed to bui b (page 65). • When the shutter speed is set to 1/125 sec., the shutter can be released with the camera back open.
1 Auto Exposure Lock I When you want to control the exposure of a specific area within a scene, measure the exposure on the area with Spot or Center-Weighted Metering, press the @ button to lock the exposure, then recompose the picture. Set exposure to a mode other than Manual. the metering system selector to select Center1 Rotate Weighted or Spot Metering. • Matrix Metering is not recommended since the effect of the Auto Exposure Lock cannot be effectively attained.
• When the Center-Weighted Metering is selected, exposure at 12mmdiameter circie is iocked. • In Singie Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF, focus is also locked simultaneously (page 44). Make sure to confirm focus indicator • appears in the viewfinder. EH i I: Oniy exposure can be set to be iocked when the @ button is pressed (page 73). keeping the @ button pressed, recompose, 3 focusWhile and shoot. • The foliowing functions can be operated while the @ button is kept pressed: 1.
1 Exposure Compensation I To modify exposure control (i.e. from the ISO standard), use the exposure compensation function. This can be useful when intentionally achieving under- or overexposure. Use Centre-Weighted or Spot Metering. Exposure compensation can be performed in any exposure mode. (However in Manual exposure mode, only the electronic analog display changes—selected shutter speed and aperture do not change.
Auto Exposure Bracketing I Auto Exposure Bracketing allow you to shoot in selected compensated EV value (maximum of ±2 EV) shifting from the automatically set proper exposure (or selected exposure in Manual exposure mode) for a selected number of shots (two or three) each time the shutter is released.
||[ Auto Exposure Bracketing- -continued • Rotating the Sub-Command Dial while pressing the Auto Exposure Bracketing button €!3i changes the setting as follows: Number of shots and compensated EV value 3F C.S 3f 1.0 3F I.S 3F г.o +гf (3.5 +гF 1.0 +гf i.s +гF г.o -гF 0.5 -SF 1.0 -гF 1.5 -EF г.o Bracketing bar graphs +«►*4Mk+«►*4M Bracketing order 0, -0.5, +0.5 0, -1.0, +1.0 0, -1.5, +1.5 0, -2.0, +2.0 0, +0.5 0, +1.0 0,+1.5 . 0, +2.0 0, -0.5 0, -1.0 0, -1.5 0, -2.
Multiple Exposure I Multiple exposure consists of two or more exposures of one or more subjects in the same frame. Multiple exposure can be performed in any of the available exposure modes. and set the film advance mode selector to B 1 Rotate while pressing the film advance mode selector lock release. • B appears in the viewfinder. Rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing the O 2 button to set the necessary exposure compensation.
■ Multiple Exposure —continued 3 shoot.Compose picture, confirm focus indicatorand • The first shot is taken when the shutter reiease button is fuily depressed. The fiim does not advance and muitipie exposures can be taken from the second shutter reiease. • Bi blinks in the viewfinder when the first shot is taken. The frame counters in the LCD panel and viewfinder do not count up and the counter display blinks. • To cancel multiple exposure, set the film advance mode selector to a position other than B.
Long Time Exposure I This function is useful for shooting nighttime scenes or stars, which require extended exposure of more than 30 sec. The shutter will be open as long as the shutter release button is kept fully depressed. (Use of a tripod is recommended.) the exposure mode select dial to select M 1 Rotate (Manual exposure). > Use of a tripod is recommended to avoid camera shake.
I Diopter Adjustment/LCD Illuminator I The finder diopter enables near- or far-sighted photographers to adjust the eyepiece diopter to suit their vision. • Remove the rubber eyecup and slide the diopter adjustment lever while looking through the viewfinder until the focus brackets or other displays in the viewfinder appear sharp. Attach the rubber eyecup again after adjustment. • The adjustable range of the finder diopter is -1.8m-i to +0.8m-i .
Depth-of-Field Preview/Film Plane Indicator I Depress the depth-of-field preview button to confirm the depth of field through the viewfinder (see page 88). • Pressing the depth-of-field button stops the lens down to the aperture controlled in Auto-Multi Program or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode, and down to the aperture selected in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode. By looking through the viewfinder, the approximate depth of field with the given aperture can be confirmed.
1 Self-Timer Operation I You can use the self-timer when you want to be in the photograph. Use a tripod or piace the camera on a stable surface before using the self timer. i Set the film advance mode selector to ci) while I pressing the film advance mode selector lock release. • Self-timer shooting cannot be performed unless the camera’s shutter can be released (i.e. when subject cannot be brought into focus with autofocus in Single Servo AF).
CUSTOM SEHING Using the Custom Setting feature, you can create a combination of functions that is different from the initial factory settings. The functions listed in this section can be selected with the N80/N80QD.
1 Menu/Features of Custom Setting I Creating Custom Setting the exposure mode/Custom Setting select dial to ISetCSM and select a menu number by rotating the MainCommand Dial. ’ 18 menus {! to fS) are available with the N80/N80QD. the desired option number by rotating the Sub 2 Select Command Dial. • When the desired option number is displayed in the LCD panel, WMWti appears in the LCD panel.
I Menu number and Custom Setting options * Refer also to the Custom Setting Menu table at the end of this instruction manual. !. Automatic film rewind at the end of film roll (page 29) Options: Q: Activated (initial setting) I: Disabled At initial setting, film rewind is automatically started when the end of the film roll is reached.
1 Menu/Features of Custom Setting-continued 5. Illumination for superimposition (page 4) Options: C: Automatically Illuminated for low light (initial setting) I: Canceied c": Always illuminated At initial setting, selected focus area (focus brackets) in the viewfinder are temporarily Illuminated in red depending on the subject brightness for easy identification. However, they can be set not to be iliuminated or always illuminated no matter the subject brightness. 5.
3. Closest-subject-priority Dynamic AF in Single Servo AF (page 40) Options: £3: Enabled (initial setting) !: Disabled At initial setting, Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority (page 40) is activated when Dynamic AF mode is selected in Single Servo AF. However, Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority can be set to be disabled in Single Servo AF (£3.
I Menu/Features of Custom Setting —continued ¡c'.
¡5.Self-timer duration (page 68) Options f : 2 sec. ID : 10 sec. (initial setting) 5 : 5 sec. iC : 20 sec. At initial setting, the shutter is released 10 sec. after the shutter release button is fully depressed in self-timer operation. However, this can be changed to 2, 5, or 20 sec. Cl.LCD illuminates by pressing any function button (page 66) Options £3: Disabled (initial setting) I: Activated At initial setting, pressing the @ button activates the LCD illuminator.
1 Two-Button Reset I Two-Button Reset lets you instantly reset specified settings to their original initial settings. Press the (35i 3nd buttons (indicated with green • symbols) simultaneously, and hold them for more than 2 sec.
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY You can enjoy the excitement of the Nikon N80/N80QD’s advanced flash technology by using the built-in Speedlight or an optional Speedlight. With the N80/N80QD system you’ll discover the benefits of flash for more picture-taking situations than ever. Make fillflash a standard part of your photography. Brighten dull scenes and erase harsh shadows for beautiful portraits. With the N80/N80QD system’s automatic operation, you can take flash pictures like never before.
I Flash Photography Using Built-In Speedlight I Built-in Speedlight This camera is equipped with a built-in Speedlight that provides an angle of coverage for a 28mm lens with a guide number of 12 (ISO100, m) or 40 (ISO100, ft.). TTL Auto Flash modes such as 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced FillFlash and Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash are available and ensure proper exposure of the main subject and background, while providing adequate flash output to create natural-looking flash photography.
Ready-Light/Accessory Shoe Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, without the Distance Information added to the 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, can be performed with a combination of the N80/N80QD camera and CPU Nikkor lens other than D/G-type. • Set the camera’s exposure mode to any mode other than Manual and metering system to other than Spot when using built-in Speedlight. ^3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash together with Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill- ^ (.
Flash Sync Mode Features I I Five flash sync modes are available with the N80/N80QD. Set the flash sync mode by rotating the Main-Command Dial while pressing the flash sync mode button O- □: Front-Curtain Sync Set the flash sync mode to Front-Curtain Sync for normal flash photography. The camera’s shutter speed is automatically set to 1/60 to 1/125 sec. for flash photography in Auto-Multi Program or Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode.
a: Rear-Curtain Sync The Speedlight fires at the end of the exposure, turning avaiiable light into a stream of light that follows the flash-illuminated moving subject. When Rear-Curtain Sync is set in Auto-Multi Program or AperturePriority Auto exposure mode, Slow Sync is automatically set. (With an optional Speedlight SB-26, 25 and 24, set the Speedlight’s sync mode selector to REAR.) □: Red-Eye Reduction The Red-Eye Reduction lamp lights for approx. 1 sec.
I Using the Built-In Speedlight I Operation described in this section applies when the built-in Speedlight and D- or G-type AF Nikkor are attached. Set the metering system. • Set the metering system to Matrix or Center-Weighted Metering. Release the built-in Speedlight by pressing the flash 2 lock-release button, and set the flash sync mode by rotating the Main-Command Dial while pressing the D button.
i appears in the viewfinder, make sure the 4 Confirm subject is within the flash shooting distance range and shoot. •no 5o fS ^ • The shutter cannot be released unless i appears without blinking in the viewfinder. • V in the viewfinder blinks approx. 3 sec. after full flash output. This may indicate underexposure has occurred. Check the focus distance, aperture or flash shooting distance range and shoot again.
Usable Lenses with Built-In Speedlight I Usable lenses with built-in Speedlight • 28mm to 300mm CPU lenses can be used with the built-in Speedlight. • Make sure to remove the lens hood. • The built-in Speedlight cannot be used at shooting distance less than 0.6m. At shorter shooting distances, we recommend using an optional Speedlight to reduce vignetting.
Flash Exposure Compensation I Flash exposure compensation lets you intentionally change the correct exposure computed by the Speedlight and the camera. For example, you can highlight the main subject by increasing the flash output or prevent the main subject from becoming too bright by decreasing the flash output. flash exposure compensation by rotating the ISetMain-Command Dial while pressing the flg) button until the desired compensation value appears (-3 EV to +1 EV in 1/2 steps).
I Usable Optional Speedlights I In the table, (T) indicates D- or G-type Nikkor ienses (except IX-Nikkor), (2) indicates CPU Nikkor iens other than D- or G-type (except AF Nikkor for F3AF) and (3) indicates non-CPU Nikkor ienses. * Flash mode Speedlight^ SB-80DX, SB-28/28DX (Cordless) SB-50DX (Cordless) SB-27 (Cordless) TTL A 3D Multi Multi Standard Sensor Sensor HL Balanced Balanced flash‘2 Fill-Flash*i Fill-Flash . .
I Notes on using the optional Speedlight • See your Speedlight manual for details. If the camera groups are defined in the manual of the Speedlight with TTL auto flash, see the section for camera group I. • Flash sync speed is 1/125 sec. or slower when using an optional Speedlight. • Available film speeds for TTL auto flash are ISO 25 to ISO 1000. • With the SB-26, 25 or 24, flash sync mode set on the Speedlight overrides the setting on the camera body.
About Depth, of Field and Focus Tracking This camera is equipped with autofocus where focusing is automaticaliy execufed by the camera. Basics of the relationship between focus and depth of fieid and Focus Tracking are explained in this section. ■ Depth of field When focusing, depth of field should be considered. Depth of field is the zone of sharpest focus in front of and behind the subject on which the lens is focused. It varies according to shooting distance, focal length and, above all, aperture.
DATA BACK Imprint the date and/or time on photographs with the data back of the Nikon N80QD.
I Adjusting Date and Time and Imprinting Data (for N80QD only) I The N80QD allows you to imprint Year/Month/Day, Day/Hour/Minute (24-hour clock), Month/DayA'ear or Day/MonthAfear on your picture (in any exposure mode). Data imprint LCD panel ■ Adjusting date and time (Example: year 2000, April 21, 15:30) ^ Push MODE button to select one of the date displays.
2 Push SELECT button so year section starts blinking. I -----------..’00^ ( ^l(J- I \----I • Each time you push the SELECT button the blinking section moves in the order of year, month and day. ’ indicates the year section (last two digits) and M Indicates the month section, (m is not imprinted on the picture.) 3 Push ADJUST button to set the year to “00”.
J Adjusting Date and Time and Imprinting Data-continued MODE button to select Day/Hour/Minute 5 Push display. ■(1 L1 n n n lJUIJ 0 Push SELECT button so hour section starts blinking. ------------ \ ' /— : i L nnn L I , IJ-UU I • Each time you push the SELECT button, the blinking section moves in the order of hour, minute and : (colon). y Push ADJUST button to set the hour to “15”. -4- j j. ic-nn L (JJDLI -r .I \------- the minute following steps 6 and 7.
• To set time to the precise second, push the SELECT button once at the step 8 so : indication blinks. When the actual time coincides with the time you have set, push the ADJUST button. The clock starts from 00 sec. (Seconds are not displayed in the LCD panel.) Example: To set the clock to 13:00:00: Set the clock to 13:00. Push the SELECT button so : indication blinks. When the time becomes exactly 13:00:00, push the ADJUST button to start the clock at exactly 13:00:00.
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MISCELLANEOUS The Nikon N80/N80QD is a high performance, precision instrument, designed to deliver superior pictures. You’ll want to take good care of your camera to ensure the best possible performance. Take time to review this section thoroughly, as doing so will add to your picture-taking pleasure. We’ve also included information about optional accessories and a detailed section with technical specifications. Please read these areas carefully.
I Optional Accessories IA variety of optional accessories, including power source and Speediight are availabie for the N80/N80QD. Battery Pack MB-16 • With the Battery Pack MB-16, four 1.5V AA-type alkaline-manganese, lithium, NiCd or Ni-MH batteries can be used to power the N80/N80QD. When AAtype lithium batteries are used, usable number of film rolls increases and maintains stable performance at low temperatures.
Cable release AR-3 • When the Cable Release AR-3 Is attached to the release terminal of the N80/ N80QD, camera shake can be reduced when shooting with slow shutter speed such as in night scene photography, astronomical photography or close-up photography. Speedlight SB-28/SB-27 • Speedlight SB-28/SB-27 normally uses four /\A-type alkaline-manganese batteries with a guide number of 36 (SB-28) and 30 (SB-27) (manual flash, 35mm zoom-head position, ISO 100, m, 20°C/68°F).
■ Camera Care » Cleaning camera body Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the camera body and clean it with a soft, clean cloth. After using the camera near seawater, wipe the camera body with a soft, clean cloth slightly moistened with pure water to remove salt, and then dry it with a dry cloth. NEVER use organic solvents like thinner or benzene. They may damage the camera. »Cleaning mirror and lens Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the mirror or lens.
»Remove the batteries and store the camera with a desiccant_____________ If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries to protect the camera from battery leakage. • In a humid environment, store the camera inside a plastic bag with a desiccant to keep out dust, moisture and salt. Note, however, that storing leather cases in vinyl bags may cause the leather to deteriorate. Keep the batteries in a cool, dry place away from heat or humidity.
I Notes on Batteries A /*\ /*\ WARNING Keep batteries out of children’s j reach. V j / If someone accidentally swallows batteries. „ ., call a doctor Immediately, Do not leave «Use two CR123A or DL123A lithium batteries________________________ Use two CR123A or DL123A lithium batteries. • Change the batteries well before the end of their life and prepare spare batteries before important photographic occasions.
Troubleshooting LCD panel fEE blinks fEE blinks Viewfinder fEE blinks P blinks Cause era blinks Page • CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type is not set to its minimum aperture. • Set lens to minimum aperture. 18 • Attached Speedlight is not set at TTL Auto flash in P mode. • Set the Speedlight flash mode to TTL, or set the camera’s exposure mode to S, A or M. 87 • Batteries are nearing exhaustion. • Flave fresh ones ready. 17 • Batteries are just about exhausted.
I Trou b l © S h o o t i n g —continued 1 LCD panel E n d blinks — Viewfinder Cause i Remedy Page E n d blinks • The end of the film roll • Rewind film by pressing 29, 36 has been reached the two film rewind (When CSM t is buttons Q=. selected). • blinks • Autofocus is not possible. • Focus manually. 47 K ( appears d 1 appears• Overexposure warning • In P mode, use NO filter. 50-55 (subject is too bright).• In S mode, select faster52 shutter speed.
.1 jvi; ' -i(’: Remedy Page • Shutter speed faster than sync speed is selected in S or M mode. • Release the shutter as it is to take a flash picture. (Shutter speed automatically shifts to 1/125 sec.) 82 V blinks for 3 sec. after flash • Flash has fired at full output and underexposure may have occurred. • Shoot again after confirming focus distance, aperture or flash shooting distance range. Err blinks E r r blinks • Malfunction detected. • Release shutter again.
I Specifications Type of camera Integral-motor autofocus 35mm single-lens reflex with electronically controlled focal-plane shutter and built-in Speedlight Exposure modes P: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible Program possible) S: Shutter-Priority Auto A: Aperture-Priority Auto M: Manual Picture format 24 X 36mm (standard 35mm film format) Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling, AF contacts) Lens • D- or G-type AF Nikkor: All functions possible • PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.
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I Specifications —continued Shutter Eiectronicaiiy controlied vertical-travei focal-plane shutter Release terminal Available on the shutter release button Shutter speeds • in P, A: 30 to 1/4000 sec. • In S: 30 to 1/4000 sec. (in 1/2 steps) • In M: 30 to 1/4000 sec. (in 1/2 steps), bui.b Sync contact X-contact only; flash synchronization up to 1/125 sec. Built-in Speediight Activated by pressing Speediight lock-release button, guide number: 12/40 (at ISO 100, m/ft.
Film advance • Automatic advance with buiit-in motor; El, Sj selectable • Film advance speed (with Manual focus, Manual exposure mode, shutter speed 1 /125 sec. or faster, 36-exposure film) El: One frame advance Qu: Continuous shooting Approx, 2,5 fps (fresh batteries) Film rewind • Automatic rewind with built-in motor • Rewind speed with 36-exposure film and fresh batteries: High-speed film rewind; approx. 15 sec.. Quiet film rewind; approx. 23 sec.
1 Specifications Usable number of 36 exposure film rolls per set of two fresh 3V lithium batteries —continued At 20°C/68°F At-10°C/14°F Without flash Approx. 50 Approx. 35 With flash for half of all exposures Approx. 15 Approx. 10 After lightly pressing the shutter release button for 6 sec., autofocus operation using an AF Zoom-Nikkor 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6D lens, covering the full range from infinity H to the closest distance and back to infinity H before each shot, with a shutter speed of 1/125 sec.
Custom Setting 18 Custom Setting menus are avaiiabie (1) Automatic film rewind at the end of film roll (2) Reset to DX film speed setting for new film (3) Bracketing order (4) On-Demand Grid Lines superimposition display (5) Illumination for superimposition (6) Focus area selection (7) Auto Exposure Lock when shutter release button is lightly pressed (8) Auto film loading when camera back is closed (9) Closest-subject-priority Dynamic AF in Single Servo AF (10) Closest-subject-priority Dynamic AF in Contin
I Index A D AF Area mode.................................... 22,39-41 Depth of field...................................... 67,88 AF-Assist Illuminator...27, 31, 43, 83, 87 Diopter adjustment............................ 66 Aperture-Priority Auto exposure Distance information..............32, 48, 78 mode...............................................25,54-55 D-type Nikkor lens...18-19, 32, 34, 78, 86 Auto Exposure Bracketing...........61 -62 DX-coded film.....................................
L LCD illuminator................................. 66 s Long Time Exposure (Bulb)..............65 Self-timer........................................... 68 Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode.................................. 25, 52-53 M Single Area AF mode.............22, 39-42 Single-frame shooting................... 21, 37 Single Servo AF.......... 22, 38, 40-41, 88 Slow Sync flash.................................80 Manual exposure mode.......... 25, 56-57 Manual focus...............................
1 Custom Setting Menu Function i 1 e Automatic film rewind at the end of film roll 0: Activated (initial setting) Reset to DX film speed setting for new film 0: Activated (initial setting) Bracketing order D: Metered value, under, over (initial setting) I: Under, metered value, over On-Demand Grid Lines superimposition display C: Not displayed (initial setting) 1: Displayed Illumination for superimposition 0: Automatically illuminated for low light 3 H Options 1: Disabled 1: Disabled (init
Function Command Dial functions C: Main-Command Dial for shutter speed; Sub-Command Dial for aperture setting (initial setting) I: Main-Command Dial for aperture; Sub Command Dial for shutter speed setting Film rewind C: High-speed film rewind (initial setting) i: Quiet film rewind Multiple exposure C: Single shutter release operation (initial setting) !: Continuous shutter release operation lг 13 IW Time delay for auto meter-switch-off IS <0 H : 4 sec. S : 6 sec. (initial setting) S : 8 sec.
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