Nikon Camera N60 Bedienungsanleitung

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About This ManualBasic OperationR13-30Install batteries and check battery powerP. 14-15Mount lens and set aperture P. 16-17Load film P. 18-19ISO (film

Detailed Operation R 31-64,69Notes on Batteries (P. 69)Lens Compatibility Chart (P. 32-33)- Non-CPU lens {P. 32-33)-CPU Nikkor lens (P. 32-33)/Film (P

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BASIC OPERATIONThis section guides you through basic operations with the camera set to iSi mode.Settings are as follows:Attached lensD-type AF NikkorF

1Install Batteries and Check Battery PowerUse two CR123A or DL123A- type lithium batteries with this camera. (Other batteries cannot be used.)1.1Turn

0 Check points□ Keep the batteries out of children’s reach. If swallowed, contact a doctor immediately. (For “Notes on Batteries”, see page 69.)□ Wh

2Mount Lens and Set ApertureMount the lens to the camera body and set the lens’ aperture to its minimum setting (largest f- number) for automatic oper

[71 Check pointszo□ Use D-type AF Nikkor lens to utilize all the functions of this camera. (See page 32 for Lens Compatibility.)□ Make sure to turn

3Load FilmUse a DX-coded film. Film speed is set automatically (IS025- 5000).When the camera is turned on, film is loaded and the camera back is close

0 Check pointszo□ Only DX-coded film can be used with this camera. When film other than DX-coded film is inserted, Q blinks and E appears on the LCD

NomenclatureFlash lock-release button P. 28AF-Assist 111 um i nator/Self-t i mer/ Red-Eye Reduction lamp PP. 36, 55, 59Flash sync mode button P. 60Ape

4Set Focus Mode Selector to AFWhen the focus mode selector is set to AF (autofocus), the camera focuses automatically.4.1Set the focus mode selector t

[ZI Check pointszo□ Do not attempt to rotate the lens’ focus ring manually with the focus mode set to AF.□ With the focus mode set at AF, the shutte

5Set Exposure Mode Dial to ^With the exposure mode set to iBS (General-Purpose Program), the camera will automatically control your exposure.5.1Set th

[ZI Check pointszo□ Ten exposure modes are available with this camera. Five types of Vari- Programs enable you to easily choose proper exposure contro

6Hold Camera and FocusLightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the camera on the subject and when the subject is in focus, ca

0 Check pointszo□ Diopter adjustment (page 56) is available to enable you to see through the viewfinder more clearly.□ To take a picture of a off-ce

7Confirm Indications in Viewfinder and Release ShutterConfirm that • (focus indicator) appears in the viewfinder, then release the shutter by slowly a

IZ Check points□ Focus, shutter speed and aperture can be confirmed in the viewfinder. If any other indications appear, see page 70.□ When you reach

8Using Built-In SpeedlightIf i (ready-light indication) blinks in the viewfinder when you lightly press the shutter release button, use the built-in S

IZ Check pointsp<ccHIQ.ootn<mzo□ The built-in Speedlight offers an angle of coverage of 28mm lens with a guide number of 15/49 (ISO100, m/ft.).

Diopter adjustment lever P. 56 Finder eyepiece P. 56______Rubber eyecup P. 56Film cartridge confirmation window P. 19Camera back lock release P. 18AE-

About Focus and ExposureFocus, exposure and metering system are important factors for taking pictures. Knowing the characteristics of each factor help

DETAILEDOPERATIONThis section features detailed descriptions of all camera functions — including lens, film, focus, exposure and others.31

Lens CompatibilityUse a CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor) with this camera. D-type AF lenses give you access to all available functions.D-type AF NikkorWhen

I Types of CPU lenses and other usable lensesModeLensFocus mode Exposure mode Metering systemAutofocusManual with electronic rangefinderManualAny mode

FilmI Confirming an automatically set film speedJ' To confirm the automatically set film speed of your loaded DX-coded film, press the ta and @ b

In case film does not start to rewind or film rewind stops at mid-roll• When battery power is very low, or in low temperatures, film may not start rew

Focus ModeAutofocus• With the focus mode selector set to AF, lightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the camera on the subje

The AF-Assist Illuminator is activated automatically and cannot be canceled. It is effective for lenses with a focal length of 24mm to 200mm, and the

Focus LockFocus Lock proves useful in autofocus shooting when you want to capture off-center subject. It is also effective in situations where autofoc

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode iSi: General-Purpose ProgramSimplest exposure mode with this camera. The camera automatically controls your exposure.

LCD/Viewfinder DisplaysO C< O »r ed Ou u u u ru.u1. Shutter speed2. Flexible program (page 40)3. Flash sync mode (page 59)4. Battery power (pag

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode-contmuedIP: Auto-Multi ProgramThe camera automatically controls your exposure to achieve a correct exposure in any shoo

□S: Shutter-Priority AutoEnables you to manually set your desired shutter speed (30-1/2000 sec.); the camera automatically selects the proper aperture

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode —continuedI A: Aperture-Priority AutoEnables you to set your desired aperture manually. The camera automatically select

M: ManualEnables you to set both shutter speed and aperture manually. You can produce various creative effects by adjusting the exposure. Long Time Ex

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode-continuedElectronic analog displayThe electronic analog display in the viewfinder indicates the difference between the

Vari-ProgramI Vari-ProgramVari-Program gives you the option to choose from five different programs designed for specific picture-taking situations.For

Vari-Program—continuedVari-Program selection^: Portrait ProgramUse this program whenever you are taking pictures of people. It uses a relatively large

Sport ProgramUse this program to freeze action. It uses a fast shutter speed suitable for stop-action photography.Recommended AF Nikkor lenses: 80mm t

Exposure Metering SystemI The exposure metering system of this camera is normally set to Matrix Metering. It automatically switches to Center-Weighted

Auto Exposure LockI When using the auto exposure modes, you can control the exposure based on the brightness of a specific area within the scene using

1. Focus brackets (page 25)2. Focus indicator (page 25)3. Shutter speed4. Aperture5. 12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering (page 4

Exposure CompensationI To modify exposure control (i.e. from the ISO standard), use the exposure compensation function. This can be useful when the su

2Compose picture and shoot.* To cancel exposure compensation, rotate the Command Dial while pressing the 0 button to reset the compensation value to 0

Imprinting Date/Time (for nboqd only)________ You can imprint the foilowing date information on your picture (in any exposure mode): Year/Month/Day,

lAdjusting date and timei Press MODE button to select available displays. * Press SELECT button to select date/time to be adjusted.> Date adjustmen

Imprinting Date/Time-continuedTaking pictures with imprinted date/timeA Push MODE button to select available imprinting * displays.Each time you push

Self-Timer OperationYou can use the self-timer when you want to be in the photograph. Use a tripod or place the camera on a stable surface before usin

The finder diopter enables near- or far-sighted photographers to adjust the eyepiece diopter to suit their vision.Diopter Adjustment/Eyepiece Cap___

Two-Button ResetI Two-Button Reset lets you instantly reset specified settings to their original default settings.Press the ^ and @ buttons simultaneo

Flash PhotographyBuilt-in Speedlight and Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash This camera is equipped with built-in Speedlight that provides an angle of coverag

Flash sync mode features^<g>: Red-Eye ReductionThe Red-Eye Reduction lamp lights for approx. 1 sec. before the flash fires to reduce the red-eye

IntroductionThank you for purchasing the Nikon N60/N60QD camera. We are sure that you will enjoy using this camera and that it will make photography a

Flash Photography-continuedUsing built-in SpeedlightA Release the built-in Speedlight by pressing the ' Speedlight lock-release button, and set t

3Confirm ^ appears in viewfinder and make sure the subject is within the flash shooting distance range (page 58).• V in viewfinder blinks approx. 3 se

Usable Optional SpeedlightsI Usable optional Speedlights and available flash modes are listed in the following table. (The built-in Speedlight and opt

I Notes on using the optional Speedlight• Flash sync speed is 1/125 sec. or slower when using an optional Speedlight.• Available film speeds for TTL A

Available Mode CombinationsIThe following chart lists available modes when an AF Nikkor is attachedAF-S or AF-I lens)./ Jb-/•#i!s s> Ls't ii;t

MISCELLANEOUSThe Nikon N60/N60QD is a highperformance, precision instrument, designed to give you superior pictures. You’ll want to take good care of

Optional Accessories. Soft Case.Two camera cases are available for this camera.• CF-49: Camera body fits inside case with AF 35-80mm f/4-5.6D lensatta

Camera CareA\Do NOT ever use organic solvents f J like thinner or benzene.¿-LAIt causes fire or health hazard.WARNINGIt damages the camera.Do not use»

Camera Care-continued»Remove the batteries and store the camera with a desiccant__________If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remo

Notes on BatteriesAKeep batteries out of children’s/•\J reach.V y If someone accidentally swallows batteries,WARNINGcall a doctor immediately.Do not l

Take trial shotsTake trial shots before shooting at important occasions like wedding or graduations.Have Nikon spot check your camera regularlyNikon r

TroubleshootingLCD panel ViewfinderCause Remedy Pagef£E blinksf££ blinks• Lens is not set to its minimum aperture.• Set lens to minimum aperture.16app

LCD panelViewfinderCause RemedyPage—• blinks• Autofocus is not possible.• Focus manually.37• In S mode, selectfaster shutter speed.41H 1 appears H 1 a

SpecificationsType of cameraIntegral-motor autofocus 35mm single-lens reflexExposure modes¡SS: General-Purpose ProgramP: Auto-Multl Program (Flexible

Lens servoAF: Auto-Servo AF : Camera automatically chooses Single Servo AF or Continuous Sen/o AF operation according to the subject status, i.e. stat

Specifications —continuedBuilt-in SpeedlightActivated by pressing Speedlight lock-release button, guide number: 15/49 (at ISO 100, m/ft.); flash cover

Number of 36-exposure (24-exposure) film rolls per set of fresh batteriesAt 20°C/68°F At-10°C/14°FWithout flash Approx. 65 (85)Approx. 38 (50)With fla

IndexFFlash shooting distance range...29, 58Flash sync mode...58-60Flexible Program...40, 64Focus Lock...

pPortrait Program...23, 46, 64RRed-Eye Reduction...59, 64Red-Eye Reduction with Siow Sync...

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ContentsThe “Basic Operation” section introduces battery, iens, fiim, focusing, exposure and shooting in basic steps for easy picture-taking even for

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Lens Compatibility..................32-33Film..............