Nikon D800 E Bedienungsanleitung

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viiiMore About Playback 219Viewing Images...219Full-Frame Playback ...

76y6 Save the copy.Highlight one of the following and press J:• Save as new file: Save the copy to a new file.• Overwrite existing file: Replace the o

77ySaving Selected FramesTo save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still:1 View the movie and choose a frame.Play the movie back as described on pa

78y5 Save the copy.Highlight Ye s and press J to create a fine-quality (0 84) JPEG copy of the selected frame. Movie stills are indicated by a 9 icon

d79dImage Recording OptionsChoose the aspect ratio and angle of view (image area). Thanks to the camera’s FX format (35.9 × 24 mm) image sensor, you c

80dChoose Image AreaChoose the image area used when a non-DX lens is attached or a DX-lens is attached with Off selected for Auto DX crop (0 82).Optio

81dA Image AreaThe selected option is shown in the information display.A DX LensesDX lenses are designed for use with DX format cameras and have a sma

82dImage area can be set using the Image area option in the shooting menu or by pressing a control and rotating a command dial.The Image Area Menu1 Se

83dCamera Controls1 Assign image area selection to a camera control.Select Choose image area as the “button + command dials” option for a camera contr

84dImage QualityThe D800 supports the following image quality options. See page 436 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at di

85dImage quality is set by pressing the T button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control panel.A NEF

ixRotate Tall ...266Slide Show...

86dThe following options can be accessed from the shooting menu. Press the G button to display the menus, highlight the desired option and press 2.JPE

87dImage SizeImage size is measured in pixels. Choose from Large, Medium, or Small (note that image size varies depending on the option selected for I

88dA NEF (RAW) ImagesNote that the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) images. When opened in software such as ViewNX

89dUsing Two Memory CardsWhen two memory cards are inserted in the camera, you can choose one as the primary card using the Primary slot selection ite

90d

N91NFocusThis section describes the options that control how your camera focuses when photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Focus can be adjusted

92NAutofocus mode can be selected by pressing the AF-mode button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the view

93NAF-Area ModeChoose how the focus point for autofocus is selected.• Single-point AF: Select the focus point as described on page 96; the camera will

94N• Auto-area AF: The camera automatically detects the subject and selects the focus point; if a face is detected, the camera will give priority to t

95NA AF-Area ModeAF-area mode is shown in the control panel and viewfinder.AF-area modeControl panelViewfinderAF-area modeControl panelViewfinderSingl

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96NFocus Point SelectionThe camera offers a choice of 51 focus points that can be used to compose photographs with the main subject positioned almost

97NA Auto-area AFThe focus point for auto-area AF is selected automatically; manual focus-point selection is not available.A See AlsoFor information o

98NFocus LockFocus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus poi

99N3 Recompose the photograph and shoot.Focus will remain locked between shots if you keep the shutter-release button pressed halfway (AF-S) or keep t

100NA Getting Good Results with AutofocusAutofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the

101NManual FocusManual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the d

102NThe Electronic RangefinderIf the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the

k103kRelease ModeTo choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting.Choosing a R

104kPower Source and Frame RateThe maximum frame advance rate varies with the power source used. The figures below are the average maximum frame rates

105kA Buffer SizeThe approximate number of images that can be stored in the memory buffer at current settings is shown in the exposure-count displays

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106kSelf-Timer ModeThe self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits.1 Mount the camera on a tripod.Mount the camera on a tripod

107k4 Start the timer.Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer. The self-timer lamp will start to blink. Two seconds befo

108kMirror up ModeChoose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. Use of a tripod is recommended.1 Select

S109SISO Sensitivity“ISO sensitivity” is the digital equivalent of film speed. Choose from settings that range from ISO 100 to ISO 6400 in steps equi

110SA The ISO Sensitivity MenuISO sensitivity can also be adjusted using the ISO sensitivity option in the shooting menu (0 268).Note that ISO sensiti

111SAuto ISO Sensitivity ControlIf On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity

112S3 Adjust settings.The maximum value for auto ISO sensitivity can be selected using Maximum sensitivity (the minimum value for auto ISO sensitivity

113SA Turning Auto ISO Sensitivity Control on or OffYou can turn auto ISO sensitivity control on or off by pressing the S button and rotating the sub-

114S

V115ZExposureMetering determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available:MeteringOption DescriptionLMatrix: Produces natural

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116ZTo choose a metering method, rotate the metering selector until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder.A See AlsoFor information on ma

117ZExposure ModeTo determine how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture when adjusting exposure, press the I (Q) button and rotate the main comma

118Ze: Programmed AutoIn this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal expo

119Zf: Shutter-Priority AutoIn shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produ

120Zg: Aperture-Priority AutoIn aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will pro

121ZA Non-CPU Lenses (0 371, 374)Use the lens aperture ring to adjust aperture. If the maximum aperture of the lens has been specified using the Non-C

122Zh: ManualIn manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to c

123ZA AF Micro NIKKOR LensesProvided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be taken into account when the lens apertur

124ZLong Time-ExposuresAt a shutter speed of A, the shutter will remain open while the shutter-release button is held down. Use for long time-exposure

125Z2 Select exposure mode h.Press the I (Q) button and rotate the main command dial until h is displayed in the control panel.3 Choose a shutter spee

xiiiFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety

126ZShutter-Speed and Aperture LockShutter speed lock is available in shutter-priority auto and manual exposure modes, aperture lock in aperture-prior

127ZAperture (exposure modes g and h): Press the selected button and rotate the sub-command dial until F icons appear in the viewfinder and the contro

128ZAutoexposure (AE) LockUse autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using center-weighted metering and spot metering to meter exposure. Not

129ZA Metered AreaIn spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 4-mm (0.16 in.) circle centered on the selected focus point. In

130ZExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. I

131ZAt values other than ±0.0, the 0 at the center of the exposure indicators will flash (exposure modes e, f, and g only) and a E icon will be displa

132ZBracketingBracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” t

133Z1 Select flash or exposure bracketing for Custom Setting e5 (Auto bracketing set) in the Custom Settings menu.To display the menus, press the G bu

134Z3 Select an exposure increment.Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment.At default settings, the size o

135Z4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected.

xivA Do not use in the presence of flammable gasDo not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or

136ZA Exposure and Flash BracketingIn continuous low speed and continuous high speed modes, shooting will pause after the number of shots specified in

137ZWhite Balance BracketingThe camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on white

138Z3 Select a white balance increment.Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is ro

139Z4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.Each shot will be processed to create the number of copies specified in the bracketing program, and each co

140ZCanceling BracketingTo cancel bracketing, press the D button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence

141ZADL BracketingThe camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 174.1 Select ADL

142Z3 Select Active D-Lighting.Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose Active D-Lighting.Active D-Lighting is shown in the contro

143Z4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bra

144ZCanceling BracketingTo cancel bracketing, press the D button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing sequence

r145rWhite BalanceWhite balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended with most light

xvA Observe proper precautions when handling the charger• Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.• Dust

146rWhite balance can be selected by pressing the U button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control pa

147rA See AlsoWhen WB bracketing is selected for Custom Setting e5 (Auto bracketing set, 0 307), the camera will create several images each time the s

148rFine-Tuning White BalanceWhite balance can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliber

149r2 Fine-tune white balance.Use the multi selector to fine-tune white balance. White balance can be fine-tuned on the amber (A)–blue (B) axis and th

150rA White Balance Fine-TuningThe colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm”

151rThe U ButtonAt settings other than K (Choose color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the U button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber

152rChoosing a Color TemperatureWhen K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance, color temperature can be selected using the White balance o

153r4 Press J.Press J to save changes and return to the shooting menu. If a value other than 0 is selected for the green (G)–magenta (M) axis, an aste

154rPreset ManualPreset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light

155rMeasuring a Value for White Balance1 Light a reference object.Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the fin

xviNotices• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated

156r4 Select direct measurement mode.Release the U button briefly and then press the button until the L icon in the control panel starts to flash. A f

157r6 Check the results.If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, C will flash in the control panel for about six seconds, while th

158rCopying White Balance from a PhotographFollow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a selected preset.1

159r4 Highlight a source image.Highlight the source image. To view the highlighted image full frame, press the X button.To view images in other locati

160rEntering a CommentFollow the steps below to enter a descriptive comment of up to thirty-six characters for a selected white balance preset.1 Selec

161rProtecting a White Balance PresetFollow the steps below to protect the selected white balance preset. Protected presets can not be modified and th

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J163JImage EnhancementNikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brig

164J2 Select a Picture Control.Highlight the desired Picture Control and press J.A Preset Picture Controls Versus Custom Picture ControlsThe Picture C

165JModifying Existing Picture ControlsExisting preset or custom Picture Controls (0 169) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative int

xviiNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.Power CableAt voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the voltage in use, be at

166J❚❚ Picture Control SettingsOption DescriptionQuick adjustChoose from options between –2 and +2 to reduce or exaggerate the effect of the selected

167JD “A” (Auto)Results for auto sharpening, contrast, and saturation vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame. Use a type G or

168JA Toning (Monochrome Only)Pressing 3 when Toning is selected displays saturation options. Press 4 or 2 to adjust saturation. Saturation control is

169JCreating Custom Picture ControlsThe preset Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls.1 Select

170J4 Edit the selected Picture Control.See page 166 for more information. To abandon any changes and start over from default settings, press the O (Q

171J7 Save changes and exit.Press J to save changes and exit. The new Picture Control will appear in the Picture Control list.A Manage Picture Control

172JSharing Custom Picture ControlsCustom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX 2 or optional software such

173JA Saving Custom Picture ControlsUp to 99 custom Picture Controls can be stored on the memory card at any one time. The memory card can only be use

174JPreserving Detail in Highlights and ShadowsActive D-LightingActive D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs wi

175JTo use Active D-Lighting:1 Select Active D-Lighting in the shooting menu.To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Active D-Lighting in

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. This manual is for both D800 and D800E digital cameras; save where oth

xviiiDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely er

176JHigh Dynamic Range (HDR)High Dynamic Range (HDR) combines two exposures to form a single image that captures a wide range of tones from shadows to

177J2 Select a mode.Highlight HDR mode and press 2.Highlight one of the following and press J.• To take a series of HDR photographs, select 0 On (seri

178J3 Choose the exposure differential.To choose the difference in exposure between the two shots, highlight Exposure differential and press 2.The opt

179J5 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. l y will be dis

180JD Framing HDR PhotographsThe edges of the image may be cropped out. The desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during

l181lFlash PhotographyThe built-in flash has a Guide Number (GN) 12/39 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) and provides coverage for the angle of view of 24

182l3 Choose a flash mode.Press the M (Y) button and rotate the main command dial until the desired flash mode icon is displayed in the control panel

183lFlash ModesThe D800 supports the following flash modes:Flash mode DescriptionFront-curtain syncThis mode is recommended for most situations. In pr

184lA Shutter Speeds and Apertures Available with the Built-in FlashMode Shutter speed Aperture See pageeSet automatically by camera(1/250 s–1/60 s)1,

185lA Flash Control ModeThe camera supports the following i-TTL flash control modes:• i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR: Flash emits series of

xixUse Only Nikon Brand Electronic AccessoriesNikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon

186lD The Built-in FlashUse with lenses with focal lengths of 24–300 mm in FX format (0 375). Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a mi

187lA Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash RangeThe range of the built-in flash varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture.Aperture at ISO equ

188lFlash CompensationFlash compensation is used to alter flash output by from –3 EV to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV, changing the brightness of the

189lNormal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0. Flash compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off.A Optiona

190lFV LockThis feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash o

191l4 Lock flash level.After confirming that the flash ready indicator (M) is displayed in the viewfinder, press the Fn button. The flash will emit a

192lA Using FV Lock with the Built-in FlashFV lock is only available with the built-in flash when TTL is selected for Custom Setting e3 (Flash cntrl f

t193tOther Shooting OptionsThe camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the T and E buttons down together for more th

194tOther Settings1 Focus point not displayed if auto-area AF is selected for AF-area mode.2 Number of shots is reset to zero. Bracketing increment is

195tMultiple ExposureFollow the steps below to record a series of two to ten exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures can make use of RAW

xxA Before Taking Important PicturesBefore taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a

196t2 Select a mode.Highlight Multiple exposure mode and press 2.Highlight one of the following and press J:• To take a series of multiple exposures,

197t3 Choose the number of shots.Highlight Number of shots and press 2.Press 1 or 3 to choose the number of exposures that will be combined to form a

198t4 Choose the amount of gain.Highlight Auto gain and press 2.The following options will be displayed. Highlight an option and press J.• On: Gain is

199tThe n icon will blink until shooting ends. If On (series) is selected, multiple exposure shooting will only end when Off is selected for multiple

200tD Multiple ExposureDo not remove or replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure.Multiple exposures can not be recorded in live vie

201tInterval Timer PhotographyThe camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals.1 Select Interval timer shooting in the sho

202t3 Choose the interval.Press 4 or 2 to highlight hours, minutes, or seconds; press 1 or 3 to change. Choose an interval longer than the slowest ant

203t5 Start shooting.Highlight On and press J (to return to the shooting menu without starting the interval timer, highlight Off and press J). The fir

204tA BracketingAdjust bracketing settings before starting interval timer photography. If exposure, flash, or ADL bracketing is active while interval

205t❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer PhotographyInterval timer photography can be paused by:• Pressing the J button between intervals• Highlighting Start >

xxiQuick Start GuideFollow these steps for a quick start with the D800.1 Attach the camera strap.Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets.2 Cha

206t❚❚ Interrupting Interval Timer PhotographyInterval timer shooting will end automatically if the battery is exhausted. Interval timer photography c

207tTime-Lapse PhotographyThe camera automatically takes photos at selected intervals to create a silent time-lapse movie using the options currently

208t2 Press 2.Press 2 to proceed to Step 3 and choose an interval and shooting time. To record a time-lapse movie using the default interval of 5 seco

209t5 Start shooting.Highlight On and press J (to return to the shooting menu without starting time-lapse photography, highlight Off and press J). Tim

210tA Calculating the Length of the Final Movie The total number of frames in the final movie can be calculated by dividing the shooting time by the i

211t❚❚ Interrupting Time-Lapse PhotographyTime-lapse photography will end automatically if the battery is exhausted. The following will also end time-

212tNon-CPU LensesBy specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user can gain access to a variety of CPU lens functions when u

213tThe camera can store data for up to nine non-CPU lenses. To enter or edit data for a non-CPU lens:1 Select Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu.Pre

214t4 Select Done.Highlight Done and press J. The specified focal length and aperture will be stored under the chosen lens number.To recall lens data

215tUsing a GPS UnitA GPS unit can be connected to the ten-pin remote terminal, allowing the current latitude, longitude, altitude, Coordinated Univer

xxii5 Turn the camera on (0 37).6 Select autofocus (0 91).Rotate the focus-mode selector to AF (autofocus).7 Focus and shoot (0 40, 41).Press the shut

216t❚❚ Other GPS UnitsGarmin GPS units that conform to version 2.01 or 3.01 of the National Marine Electronics Association NMEA0183 data format can be

217tA The k IconConnection status is shown by the k icon:• k (static): Camera has established communication with a GPS device. Photo information for p

218t❚❚ Setup Menu OptionsThe GPS item in the setup menu contains the options listed below.• Auto meter-off: Choose whether or not the exposure meters

I219IMore About PlaybackFull-Frame PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor.

220IPlayback Controls A Rotate TallTo display “tall” (portrait-orientation) photographs in tall orientation, select On for the Rotate tall option in t

221IA Two Memory CardsIf two memory cards are inserted, you can select a memory card for playback by pressing the W button when 72 thumbnails are disp

222IPhoto InformationPhoto information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as

223I❚❚ File Information1 Displayed only if Focus point is selected for Playback display options (0 261).2 If photograph was taken using AF-S, display

224I❚❚ Highlights1 Blinking areas indicate highlights (areas that may be overexposed) for current channel. Hold W button and press 4 or 2 to cycle thr

225I❚❚ RGB Histogram1 Blinking areas indicate highlights (areas that may be overexposed) for current channel. Hold W button and press 4 or 2 to cycle

X1XIntroductionBe sure all items listed here were included with your camera. Memory cards are sold separately.• Strap (AN-DC6 for D800, AN-DC6E for D8

226IA Playback ZoomTo zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X. Use the X and W buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the im

227I❚❚ Shooting Data1 Metering method ... 115Shutter speed ... 119, 122Aperture...

228IThe fourth page of the shooting data is only displayed if copyright information was recorded with the photograph as described on page 334.1 Displa

229I❚❚ GPS Data11 Data for movies are for start of recording.2 Displayed only if GPS device is equipped with electronic compass.3 Displayed in yellow

230I❚❚ Overview1 Non-FX formats (including DX-based movie format) displayed in yellow (0 67, 79).2 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO s

231ITaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPress the X button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highlight

232IView other imagesRotate main command dial to view same location in other images at current zoom ratio. Playback zoom is cancelled when a movie is

233IProtecting Photographs from DeletionIn full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, the L (Z/Q) button can be used to protect photographs from accide

234IDeleting PhotographsTo delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O (Q) button. To del

235I3 Press the O (Q) button again.To delete the photograph, press the O (Q) button. To exit without deleting the photograph, press the K button.A See

2XGetting to Know the CameraTake a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this sec

236IThe Playback MenuThe Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may

237I3 Select the highlighted picture.Press the center of the multi selector to select the highlighted picture. Selected pictures are marked by a O ico

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Q239QConnectionsThis section describes how to use the supplied UC-E14 USB cable to connect the camera to a computer. Before Connecting the CameraBefor

240Q1 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 installer CD.2 Select a language.If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to

241Q4 Exit the installer.Click Ye s (Windows) or OK (Mac OS) when installation is complete.The following software is installed:•ViewNX 2• Apple Quick

242QD System RequirementsWindowsCPU• Photos/JPEG movies: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, or Core series, 1.6 GHz or better• H.264 movies (playback): 3.0 GHz

243QDirect USB ConnectionConnect the camera using the supplied UC-E14 USB cable.1 Turn the camera off.2 Turn the computer on. Turn the computer on and

244Q5 Start Nikon Transfer 2.If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.6 Click Start Transfer.At default se

245QEthernet and Wireless NetworksIf the optional WT-4 wireless transmitter (0 387) is attached, photographs can be transferred or printed over wirele

3X123456915141617181978101113121 Built-in flash... 1812 Flash pop-up button... 1813 M/Y buttonFlash mod

246QA MoviesThe WT-4 can be used to upload movies in transfer mode if Auto send or Send folder is not selected for Transfer settings. Movies can not b

247QPrinting PhotographsSelected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 433) connected directly to the camera.D Selecting Photographs f

248QConnecting the PrinterConnect the camera using the supplied UC-E14 USB cable.1 Turn the camera off.2 Connect the USB cable.Turn the printer on and

249QPrinting Pictures One at a Time1 Select a picture.Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press 1 or 3 to view photo information (0 222), or pre

250Q4 Start printing.Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J.BorderThis option is

251QPrinting Multiple Pictures1 Display the PictBridge menu.Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display (see Step 3 on page 248).2 Choose an

252Q3 Select pictures.Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card (to view images in other locations, press W and select

253Q5 Adjust printing options.Choose page size, border, and time stamp options as described on page 249 (a warning will be displayed if the selected p

254QCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-com

255Q3 Select imprint options.Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order witho

4XCamera Body (Continued)1234567128911101 AF-assist illuminator...286Self-timer lamp...107Red-eye reduction

256QViewing Photographs on TVA type C mini-pin High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from commercial sources) can be

257QHDMI OptionsThe HDMI option in the setup menu (0 325) controls output resolution and other advanced HDMI options. ❚❚ Output ResolutionChoose the f

258QA Television PlaybackUse of an EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5B power connector (available separately) is recommended for extended playback. Note that t

U259UMenu GuideTo display the playback menu, press G and select the K (playback menu) tab.D The Playback Menu: Managing ImagesG buttonOption0Delete 23

260UChoose a folder for playback (0 219). Hide or reveal selected pictures as described below. Hidden pictures are visible only in the Hide image menu

261U2 Select pictures.Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and

262UCopy pictures from one memory card to another.1 Choose Select source.Highlight Select source and press 2.2 Select the source card.Highlight the sl

263U4 Select the source folder.Highlight the folder containing the images to be copied and press 2.5 Make the initial selection.Before going on select

264U8 Select a destination folder.To enter a folder number, choose Select folder by number, enter the number (0 271), and press J. To choose from a li

265UChoose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed

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266UChoose the picture displayed after an image is deleted.Choose whether to rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display during playback

267UCreate a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 260). Hidden images (0 260) are not displayed.To start the slide show, highl

268UC The Shooting Menu: Shooting OptionsTo display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.G buttonOption 0Shooting menu bank

269UShooting menu options are stored in one of four banks. With the exceptions of Extended menu banks, Interval timer shooting, Multiple exposure, Tim

270U❚❚ Restoring Default SettingsTo restore default settings, highlight a bank in the Shooting menu bank menu and press O (Q). A confirmation dialog w

271USelect the folder in which subsequent images will be stored.❚❚ Select Folder by Number1 Choose Select folder by number.Highlight Select folder by

272U❚❚ Select Folder from List1 Choose Select folder from list.Highlight Select folder from list and press 2.2 Highlight a folder.Press 1 or 3 to high

273UPhotographs are saved using file names consisting of “DSC_” or, in the case of images that use the Adobe RGB color space (0 274), “_DSC”, followed

274UThe color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. Choose sRGB for photographs that will be printed or used “as is,”

275U“Vignetting” is a drop in brightness at the edges of a photograph. Vignette control reduces vignetting for type G and D lenses (DX and PC lenses e

iWhere to Find ItFind what you’re looking for from:The Table of Contents...0ivThe Q&A I

6XThe Control Panel2134567101189121314151Color temperature indicator ...1532Shutter speed ...119, 122Exposure compensatio

276USelect On to reduce barrel distortion in photos taken with wide-angle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion in photos taken with long lenses

277UIf On is selected, photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s will be processed to reduce noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pix

278UA Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsTo display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab.Custom Sett

279UThe following Custom Settings are available:Custom Setting0Custom settings bank 280a Autofocusa1 AF-C priority selection 281a2 AF-S priority selec

280UCustom Settings are stored in one of four banks. Changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination o

281UWhen AF-C (0 91) is selected for viewfinder photography, this option controls whether photographs can be taken whenever the shutter-release button

282UWhen AF-S (0 91) is selected for viewfinder photography, this option controls whether photographs can be taken only when the camera is in focus (f

283UThis option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject when AF-C (0 91) is selected during viewfinder p

284UChoose whether the active focus point is highlighted in red in the viewfinder.Choose whether focus-point selection “wraps around” from one edge of

285UChoose the number of focus points available for manual focus-point selection.a7: Number of Focus PointsG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption Des

7X161718192022232128272524262930313216Flash compensation indicator... 18817GPS connection indicator ...21718Shutter-speed lock icon ...

286UChoose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist the focus operation when lighting is poor.a8: Built-in AF-assist IlluminatorG b

287USelect the increments used when making adjustments to ISO sensitivity (0 109). If possible, the current ISO sensitivity setting is maintained when

288UThis option controls whether the E button is needed to set exposure compensation (0 130). If On (Auto reset) or On is selected, the 0 at the cente

289UWhen calculating exposure, center-weighted metering assigns the greatest weight to a circle in the center of the frame. The diameter (φ) of this c

290UUse this option to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera. Exposure can be fine-tuned separately for each metering method by from +1

291UChoose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed. The shutter-speed and aperture displays in the control pa

292UChoose how long the monitor remains on when no operations are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image revie

293UChoose the maximum frame advance rate in CL (continuous low speed) mode (0 104; during interval timer photography, this setting also determines th

294UWhen a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding one to the last file number used. This option controls whether file numbering cont

295UChoose On to display on-demand grid lines in the viewfinder for reference when composing photographs (0 8).If Show ISO sensitivity or Show ISO/Eas

8XThe Viewfinder Display12435678 10 1411 139121516 17181920 2223 24 25211 Framing grid (displayed when On is selected for Custom Setting d6)...

296UIf Auto (AUTO) is selected, the color of the lettering in the information display (0 10) will automatically change from black to white or white to

297UTo ensure that the camera functions as expected when the optional MB-D12 battery pack is used with AA batteries, match the option selected in this

298UChoose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-D12 battery pack is attached. Not

299UThis option controls flash sync speed.e: Bracketing/Flashe1: Flash Sync SpeedG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption Description1/320 s (Auto FP)A

300U❚❚ Auto FP High-Speed SyncWhen 1/320 s (Auto FP) or 1/250 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 299), the built-in fl

301UChoose the flash mode for the built-in flash.❚❚ ManualChoose a flash level between Full and 1/128 (1/128 of full power). At full power, the built-

302UA Flash Control ModeThe flash control mode for the built-in flash is shown in the information display.A “Manual” and “Repeating Flash”Y icons blin

303U❚❚ Commander ModeUse the built-in flash as a master flash controlling one or more remote optional flash units in up to two groups (A and B) using

304UFollow the steps below to take photographs in commander mode.1 Adjust settings for the built-in flash.Choose the flash control mode and output lev

305U6 Compose the shot.Compose the shot and arrange the flash units as shown below. Note that the maximum distance at which the remote flash units can

9X12 Exposure mode ... 11713 Flash compensation indicator.. 18814 Exposure compensation indicator...

306UA The Flash Sync Mode DisplayM does not appear in the control panel flash sync mode display when – – is selected for Built-in flash > Mode.A Fl

307UIf On is selected when the camera is used with the built-in flash or an optional CLS-compatible flash unit (0 381), a modeling flash will be emitt

308UThis option determines which settings are affected when AE & flash or AE only is selected for Custom Setting e5 in manual exposure mode.Flash

309UChoose what happens when the power switch is rotated to D.This option determines the role assigned to the center of the multi selector during view

310U❚❚ Playback Mode❚❚ Live ViewIf Reset meter-off delay is selected, operating the multi selector when the exposure meters are off (0 42) will activa

311UChoose the role played by the Fn button, either by itself (Fn button press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Fn button + comman

312U1Bracketing burstIf the Fn button is pressed while exposure, flash, or ADL bracketing is active in single frame or quiet shutter-release mode, all

313U!Viewfinder virtual horizon *Press the Fn button to view a virtual horizon display in the viewfinder (see below).NoneNo operation is performed whe

314U❚❚ Fn button + command dialsSelecting Fn button + command dials displays the following options:Option DescriptioniChoose image areaPress the Fn bu

315UChoose the role played by the depth-of-field preview button, either by itself (Preview button press) or when used in combination with the command

10XThe Information DisplayShooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, number of exposures remaining, and AF-area mode, is displayed in th

316USelecting On for Shutter speed lock locks shutter speed at the value currently selected in mode f or h. Selecting On for Aperture lock locks apert

317UThis option controls the operation of the main and sub-command dials.f9: Customize Command DialsG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption Descriptio

318USelecting Ye s allows adjustments that are normally made by holding the I (Q), E, M (Y), D, S, T, U, or AF-mode button and rotating a command dia

319USelecting Enable release allows the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted, although no pictures will be recorded (they will howev

320UChoose the function assigned to the B button on the optional MB-D12 battery pack.f13: Assign MB-D12 AF-ONG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption D

321UChoose the role played by the Fn button during movie live view.g: Movieg1: Assign Fn ButtonG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption DescriptiontPow

322UChoose the role played by the depth-of-field preview button during movie live view.g2: Assign Preview ButtonG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOptio

323UChoose the role played by the A AE-L/AF-L button during movie live view.g3: Assign AE-L/AF-L buttonG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption Descrip

324UChoose the role played by pressing the shutter-release button when 1 is selected with the live view selector.g4: Assign Shutter ButtonG button ➜ A

325UB The Setup Menu: Camera SetupTo display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab.1 Not available when battery is low.2 Only avai

11X1716 18 1921342223243615 202527282930312633323515Shutter-speed lock icon ...12616“Clock not set” indicator... 28, 41717Interva

326UTo begin formatting, choose a memory card slot and select Ye s . Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card

327UAcquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual).Ima

328U2 Frame a featureless white object in the viewfinder.With the lens about ten centimeters (four inches) from a well-lit, featureless white object,

329UReduce flicker and banding when shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during live view or movie recording. Choose Auto to allow the

330UChoose a language for camera menus and messages. The following options are available.LanguageG button ➜ B setup menuCzechDanishGermanEnglishSpanis

331UPhotographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback (0 266

332UView information on the battery currently inserted in the camera.Battery InfoG button ➜ B setup menuItem DescriptionCharge The current battery lev

333UAdd a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separatel

334UAdd copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is included in the shooting data shown in the photo informat

335USelect Save settings to save the following settings to the memory card, or to the memory card in the primary card slot if two memory cards are ins

12XThe Information Display (Continued)37 38 39 404250434445464149484737FV lock indicator...19138Release mode indicator...

336USettings saved using the D800 can be restored by selecting Load settings. Note that Save/load settings is only available when a memory card is ins

337UDisplay roll and pitch information based on information from the camera tilt sensor. If the camera is tilted neither left nor right, the roll refe

338UFine-tune focus for up to 20 lens types. AF tuning is not recommended in most situations and may interfere with normal focus; use only when requir

339UThis option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enabl

340UView the current camera firmware version.D Eye-Fi CardsEye-Fi cards may emit wireless signals when Disable is selected. If a warning is displayed

341UN The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched CopiesTo display the retouch menu, press G and select the N (retouch menu) tab.The options in the retouch m

342UCreating Retouched CopiesTo create a retouched copy:1 Select an item in the retouch menu.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an item, 2 to select.2 Select a

343U4 Create a retouched copy.Press J to create a retouched copy. Retouched copies are indicated by a N icon.A Creating Retouched Copies During Playba

344UD-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs.Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effec

345UThis option is used to correct “red-eye” caused by the flash and is available only with photographs taken using a flash. The photograph selected f

13X❚❚ Changing Settings in the Information DisplayTo change settings for the items listed below, press the R button in the information display. Highli

346UCreate a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped co

347UCopy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome).Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the select

348UChoose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph.Filter EffectsG button

349UUse the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed in the monitor together with red, gree

350UImage overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, whi

351U2 Select the first image.Use the multi selector to highlight the first photograph in the overlay. To view the highlighted photograph full frame, p

352U5 Preview the overlay.Press 4 or 2 to place the cursor in the Preview column and press 1 or 3 to highlight Overlay. Press J to preview the overlay

353UCreate JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs.1 Select NEF (RAW) processing.Highlight NEF (RAW) processing and press 2 to display a picture selectio

354U3 Adjust NEF (RAW) processing settings.Adjust the settings listed below. Note that white balance and vignette control are not available with multi

355UCreate small copies of selected photographs.1 Select Resize.To resize selected images, press G to display the menus and select Resize in the retou

14XThe BM-12 Monitor CoverA clear plastic cover is provided with the camera to keep the monitor clean and protect it when the camera is not in use. To

356UThe options shown at right will be displayed; highlight an option and press J.4 Choose pictures.Highlight Select image and press 2.Highlight pictu

357UCreate copies with enhanced saturation and contrast. D-Lighting is applied as required to brighten dark or backlit subjects.Press 1 or 3 to choose

358UCreate copies with reduced peripheral distortion. Select Auto to let the camera correct distortion automatically and then make fine adjustments us

359UCreate an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photogr

360UCreate copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that

361UCreate a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point.Miniature EffectG button ➜ N retouch

362U Create a copy in which only selected hues appear in color.1 Select Selective color.Highlight Selective color in the retouch menu and press 2 to d

363U4 Highlight the color range.Rotate the main command dial to highlight the color range for the selected color.5 Choose the color range.Press 1 or 3

364U Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the J button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a

365U3 Compare the copy with the original.The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create t

s15sTutorialMost shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button.Camera MenusG butt

366UO My Menu/m Recent SettingsTo display My Menu, press G and select the O (My Menu) tab.The My Menu option can be used to create and edit a customiz

367U❚❚ Adding Options to My Menu1 Select Add items.In My Menu (O), highlight Add items and press 2.2 Select a menu.Highlight the name of the menu cont

368U❚❚ Deleting Options from My Menu1 Select Remove items.In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2.2 Select items.Highlight items and press

369U❚❚ Reordering Options in My Menu1 Select Rank items.In My Menu (O), highlight Rank items and press 2.2 Select an item.Highlight the item you wish

370URecent SettingsTo display the twenty most recently used settings, select m Recent settings for O My Menu > Choose tab.1 Select Choose tab.In My

n371nTechnical NotesRead this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message i

372n1 IX-NIKKOR lenses can not be used.2 Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses.3 Spot metering meters selected focus point (0 115).4 The c

373nA Recognizing CPU and Type G and D LensesCPU lenses (particularly types G and D) are recommended, but note that IX-NIKKOR lenses can not be used.

374nA Lens f-numberThe f-number given in lens names is the maximum aperture of the lens.A Compatible Non-CPU LensesWhen using non-CPU lenses and acces

375nA The Built-in FlashThe built-in flash can be used with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 24mm (16mm in DX format) to 300mm, although in some cases

iiFind what you’re looking for using this “question and answer” index.Q&A IndexTaking Photographs0Shooting and Framing OptionsIs there a quick and

16sUsing Camera MenusMenu ControlsThe multi selector and J button are used to navigate the menus.Navigating the MenusFollow the steps below to navigat

376nWhen used with the AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED, the flash will be unable to light the entire subject at all ranges.The built-in flash can also b

377nA AF-Assist IlluminationAF-assist illumination is available with lenses with focal lengths of 24–200 mm. It can not however be used to assist the

378nA Calculating Angle of ViewThe D800 can be used with Nikon lenses for 35mm (135) format cameras. If Auto DX crop is on (0 79) and a 35mm format le

379nA Calculating Angle of View (Continued)The DX (24 ×16) angle of view is about 1.5 times smaller than the 35mm format angle of view, while the 1.2×

380nOptional Flash Units (Speedlights)The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. Op

381nThe Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compa

382nThe following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units:1 Only available when SU-800 is used to control other flash units. The SU-80

383nA Other Flash UnitsThe following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes.Flash unit SB-80DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24S

384nD Notes on Optional Flash UnitsRefer to the flash unit manual for detailed instructions. If the unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-com

385nThe SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SB-400 provide red-eye reduction, while the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SU-800 pro

17s3 Select a menu.Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu.4 Position the cursor in the selected menu.Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected m

386nA Flash Control ModeThe information display shows the flash control mode for optional flash units as follows:Flash sync Auto FP (0 300)i-TTLAuto a

387nOther AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D800.Power sources• Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15

388nViewfinder eyepiece accessories• Rubber Eyecup DK-19: The DK-19 makes the image in the viewfinder easier to see, preventing eye fatigue.• Diopter-

389nFilters• Filters intended for special-effects photography may interfere with autofocus or the electronic rangefinder.• The D800 can not be used wi

390nRemote terminal accessoriesThe D800 is equipped with a ten-pin remote terminal (0 3) for remote control and automatic photography. The terminal is

391nAttaching a Power Connector and AC AdapterTurn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter.1 Ready the camera.Open

392n4 Connect the AC adapter.Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on AC adapter (e) and the EP-5B power cable to the DC socket (r). Whe

393nCaring for the CameraStorageWhen the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the

394nThe Low-Pass FilterThe image sensor that acts as the camera’s picture element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moiré. If you suspect th

395n3 Select Clean now.Highlight Clean now and press J. The camera will check the image sensor and then begin cleaning. This process takes about ten s

18s8 Select the highlighted item.Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the G button.Note the following poi

396n❚❚ “Clean at Startup/Shutdown”Choose from the following options:1 Select Clean at startup/shutdown.Display the Clean image sensor menu as describe

397n❚❚ Manual CleaningIf foreign matter can not be removed from the low-pass filter using the Clean image sensor (0 394) option in the setup menu, the

398n3 Select Lock mirror up for cleaning.Turn the camera on and press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Lock mirror up for cleaning in the

399n6 Examine the low-pass filter.Holding the camera so that light falls on the low-pass filter, examine the filter for dust or lint. If no foreign ob

400nD Use a Reliable Power SourceThe shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers off while the mirror is raised, the curtain

401nCaring for the Camera and Battery: CautionsDo not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration.Keep dry: This prod

402nCleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the cam

403nTurn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source: Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on or

404n• Turning the camera on or off repeatedly when the battery is fully discharged will shorten battery life. Batteries that have been fully discharge

405nDefaultsThe default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button reset, see page 193.❚❚ Playback M

19sFirst StepsCharge the BatteryThe camera is powered by an EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the batt

406nSet Picture Control (0 163) StandardColor space (0 274) sRGBActive D-Lighting (0 174) OffHDR (high dynamic range) (0 176)HDR mode (0 177) OffExpos

407n❚❚ Custom Settings Menu Defaults*Option Defaulta1 AF-C priority selection (0 281) Releasea2 AF-S priority selection (0 282) Focusa3 Focus tracking

408nd1 Beep (0 292)Volume OffPitch Highd2 CL mode shooting speed (0 293) 2 fpsd3 Max. continuous release (0 293) 100d4 Exposure delay mode (0 293) Off

409nf5 Assign preview button (0 315)Preview button press PreviewPreview + command dials Nonef6 Assign AE-L/AF-L button (0 315)AE-L/AF-L button press A

410n❚❚ Setup Menu DefaultsOption DefaultMonitor brightness (0 326) ManualManual 0Clean image sensor (0 394)Clean at startup/shutdown (0 396) Clean at

411nExposure ProgramThe exposure program for programmed auto (0 118) is shown in the following graph:The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with I

412nTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon repre

413n❚❚ ShootingCamera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders.Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is full (0 29, 38).• Release locked is se

414nAF-assist illuminator does not light:• AF-assist lamp does not light if AF-C is selected for autofocus mode (0 91). Choose AF-S. If an option othe

415n❚❚ PlaybackImage can not be selected as source for preset white balance: Image was not created with D800 (0 158).White balance bracketing unavaila

20s4 Plug the charger in.The CHARGE lamp will blink while the battery charges.5 Remove the battery when charging is complete.Charging is complete when

416n❚❚ MiscellaneousCan not change print order: • Memory card is full: delete pictures (0 38, 234).• Memory card is locked (0 34).Can not select photo

417nError MessagesThis section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor.IndicatorProblem Solu

418n—24(blinks)Camera unable to focus using autofocus.Change composition or focus manually.40, 101(Exposure indicators and shutter speed or aperture d

419n—c(blinks)If indicator blinks for 3s after flash fires, photo may be underexposed.Check photo in monitor; if underexposed, adjust settings and try

420nIndicatorProblem Solution 0MonitorControl panelNo memory card. SCamera cannot detect memory card.Turn camera off and confirm that card is correctl

421nThis card is not formatted. Format the card.[C](blinks)Memory card has not been formatted for use in camera.Format memory card or insert new memor

422nCannot display this file.—File has been created or modified using a computer or different make of camera, or file is corrupt.File can not be playe

423nSpecifications❚❚ Nikon D800/D800E Digital CameraTypeTypeSingle-lens reflex digital cameraLens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contact

424nFile format • NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed• TIFF (RGB)• JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (appr

425nDepth-of-field preview When depth-of-field preview button is pressed, lens aperture is stopped down to value selected by user (g and h modes) or b

21sInsert the Battery1 Turn the camera off.2 Open the battery-chamber cover.Unlatch (q) and open (w) the battery-chamber cover.3 Insert the battery.In

426nApproximate frame advance rateWith EN-EL15 batteriesImage area: FX/5 : 4CL: 1–4 fpsCH: 4 fpsImage area: DX/1.2×CL: 1–5 fpsCH: 5 fpsOther power sou

427nWhite balance bracketing2–9 frames in steps of 1, 2, or 3ADL bracketing 2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3–5 frames using preset val

428nFlashBuilt-in flash Manual pop-up with button release and a Guide Number of 12/39, 12/39 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F)Flash contr

429nLive viewModes Live view photography (still images), movie live view (movies)Lens servo • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time servo

430nPlaybackPlayback Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images) playback with playback zoom, movie playback, photo and/or movie slide shows, highli

431n• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 °C (68 °F).• Nikon

432nMH-25 battery chargerRated input (in North America)AC 120 V, 60 Hz, 0.2 ARated input (in other regions)AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.23–0.12 ARated ou

433nA Supported Standards• DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to e

434nApproved Memory CardsThe camera accepts the SD and CompactFlash memory cards listed in the following sections. Other cards have not been tested. F

435n❚❚ CompactFlash Memory CardsThe following Type I CompactFlash memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Type II cards and

22sA Removing the BatteryTurn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to releas

436nMemory Card CapacityThe following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on an 8 GB Toshiba R95 W80MB/s UHS-I SDHC card

437n❚❚ DX (24×16) Image Area** Includes images taken with DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX crop.Image quality Image size File size1No. of ima

438n1 All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded.2 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer at ISO 100.

439nBattery LifeThe number of shots that can be taken with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, temperature, and how the

440nThe following can reduce battery life:•Using the monitor• Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway• Repeated autofocus operations• Takin

441nIndexSymbolse (Programmed auto)... 118f (Shutter-priority auto) ... 119g (Aperture-priority auto)...

442nAuto-area AF... 94, 95Autofocus... 48–50, 91–100, 281–286Autofocus mode ... 48, 9

443nDigital Print Order Format (DPOF) 251, 254, 433Diopter... 35, 388Direct sunlight (White balance)...

444nFull-time servo AF ... 48FV lock... 190FX (36 × 24) 1.0 ×...

445nMemory card capacity... 436Metering... 115Microphone...

23sD The Battery and ChargerRead and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xiii–xv and 401–404 of this manual. Do not use the battery at ambient t

446nRed-eye reduction ... 183Release button to use dial... 318Release mode ...

447nUSB cable clip... 1, 243Use GPS to set camera clock ... 218UTC...

DIGITAL CAMERAEnUser's ManualPrinted in Thailand6MB12211-02No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quot

24sAttach a LensCare should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for ill

25s3 Attach the lens.Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with the mounting index on the camera body, position the lens in the camera’s bayo

iiiRetouching Photographs0How do I create retouched copies of photos? 341How do I make JPEG copies of RAW (NEF) photos? 353Can I create a copy of a ph

26sBasic SetupThe language option in the setup menu is automatically highlighted the first time menus are displayed. Choose a language and set the tim

27s4 Select Time zone and date.Select Time zone and date and press 2.5 Set time zone.Select Time zone and press 2. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the local

28s8 Set date format.Select Date format and press 2. Press 1 or 3 to choose the order in which the year, month, and day will be displayed and press J.

29sInsert a Memory CardPictures are stored on memory cards (available separately; 0 434). The camera is equipped with two card slots, one for SD and t

30s3 Insert the memory card.SD memory cards: Holding the card as shown, slide it into the SD card slot until it clicks into place. The green access la

31sD Memory Card IconsThe memory cards currently inserted in the camera are indicated as shown (the example at right shows the icons displayed when bo

32sFormat the Memory CardMemory cards must be formatted before first use or after being used or formatted in other devices.1 Turn the camera on.2 Pres

33s3 Press the I (Q) and O (Q) buttons again.Press the I (Q) and O (Q) buttons together a second time while C is blinking to format the memory card. D

34sD Memory Cards• Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.• Turn the power off before inser

35sAdjust Viewfinder FocusThe camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. Check that the display in th

ivQ&A Index ...iiFor Your Safety ...

36sA Adjusting Viewfinder FocusIf you are unable to focus the viewfinder as described above, select single-servo autofocus (AF-S; 0 91), single-point

37sBasic Photography and PlaybackTurn the Camera OnBefore taking photographs, turn the camera on and check the battery level and number of exposures r

38s3 Check the number of exposures remaining.The control panel and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (va

39sReady the CameraWhen framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left.

40sFocus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway (0 41).At default settings, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus poin

41s3 Shoot.Smoothly press the shutter-release-button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. While the photograph i

42sA Auto Meter OffThe shutter speed and aperture displays in the control panel and viewfinder will turn off if no operations are performed for about

43sViewing Photographs1 Press the K button.A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. The memory card containing the picture currently displayed i

44sDeleting Unwanted PhotographsUnwanted photographs can be deleted by pressing the O (Q) button. Note that photographs can not be recovered once dele

x45xLive View PhotographyFollow the steps below to take photographs in live view.1 Rotate the live view selector to C (live view photography).2 Press

vBasic Photography and Playback ... 37Turn the Camera On...

46x4 Focus.Press the shutter-release button halfway or press the B button to focus.The focus point will blink green while the camera focuses. If the c

47x5 Take the picture.Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. The monitor will turn off.6 Exit live view mode.Press the a

48xFocusing in Live ViewTo focus using autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF and follow the steps below to choose autofocus and AF-area mode

49xChoosing an AF-Area ModeThe following AF-area modes can be selected in live view:Mode Description!Face-priority AF: Use for portraits. The camera a

50xTo choose an AF-area mode, press the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired mode is displayed in the monitor.AF-mode butt

51xThe Live View Display: Live View PhotographyItem Description 0qTime remainingThe amount of time remaining before live view ends automatically. Disp

52xAdjusting Monitor HueIf flash lighting is used with Flash or Preset manual white balance (0 145), the colors in the monitor may differ from those i

53xAdjusting Monitor BrightnessMonitor brightness can be adjusted as described below. Note that brightness adjustment is not available during exposure

54xThe Information Display: Live View PhotographyTo hide or display indicators in the monitor during live view photography, press the R button.Virtual

55xManual FocusTo focus in manual focus mode (0 101), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is in focus.To magnify the view in the monitor up t

viFocus 91Autofocus ... 91Autofocus Mode ...

56xD Shooting in Live View ModeTo prevent light entering via the viewfinder from interfering with exposure, close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter (0 1

57xD The Count Down DisplayA count down will be displayed 30 s before live view ends automatically (0 51; the timer turns red if live view is about to

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y59yMovie Live ViewMovies can be recorded in live view.1 Rotate the live view selector to 1 (movie live view).2 Press the a button.The mirror will be

60y4 Choose an AF-area mode.Choose an AF-Area mode as described in “Choosing an AF-Area Mode“ (0 49).5 Focus.Frame the opening shot and focus as descr

61y6 Start recording.Press the movie-record button to start recording. A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Expo

62y7 End recording.Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, or the m

63y8 Exit live view mode.Press the a button to exit live view mode.IndicesIf Index marking is selected for Custom Setting g2 (Assign preview button, 0

64yThe Live View Display: Movie Live ViewItem Description 0q“No movie” icon Indicates that movies can not be recorded. 59wHeadphone volume Volume of a

65y❚❚ Adjusting Settings in the Live View DisplayMicrophone sensitivity, headphone volume, and monitor brightness can be adjusted as described below.

viiWhite Balance 145White Balance Options ...145Fine-Tuning White Balance...

66yThe Information Display: Movie Live ViewTo hide or display indicators in the monitor during movie live view, press the R button.Virtual horizon (0

67yImage AreaRegardless of the option selected for Image area in the shooting menu (0 79), all movies and photographs recorded in movie live view (0 5

68yA Movie Live View PhotographsThe following table shows the size of photographs taken in movie live view:Image area Option Size (pixels) Print size

69yA Remote CordsIf Record movies is selected for Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button, 0 324), the shutter-release buttons on optional remote cor

70yMovie SettingsUse the Movie settings option in the shooting menu to adjust the following settings.• Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality: Choose fr

71y1 Select Movie settings.Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Movie settings in the shooting menu and press 2.2 Choose movie options.H

72yViewing MoviesMovies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 219). Press the center of the multi selector to start playback.The followi

73ySkip ahead/backUse main command dial to skip to next or previous index, or to skip to the last or first frame if the movie contains no indices (if

74yEditing MoviesTrim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills.Trimming MoviesTo create trimmed copies of movi

75y3 Display movie edit options.Press J to display movie edit options.4 Select Choose start/end point.Highlight Choose start/end point and press J. Th