viiiTable of ContentsFor Your Safety ... iiCaring for the
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure88OKBracketing SetF11CSM MENUAE & FlashAE OnlyFlash OnlyWB BracketingIIIIIIIIExposure and Flash Bracketing1Sele
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure894Compose a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposureand/or fla
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure90White Balance Bracketing1Choose WB Bracketing for Custom Setting 11(BKT Set; 153). For more information onadju
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure914Compose a photograph, focus, and shoot. Each shot will processed tocreate the n
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure92The bracketing programs available depend on the option selected for CustomSetting 11 and, in the cases of exposur
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure93Control paneldisplayBracketingorder (EVs)Numberof shotsExposureincrementCustom Se
Taking Photographs—Flash Photography94The D100 is equipped with a Guide Number 17/56 (ISO 200, m/ft; GuideNumber at ISO 100 is 12/39) Speedlight with
Taking Photographs—Flash Photography95All typesStandard TTL Flash for Digital SLR: Flash output is adjusted to en-sure that the main subject is correc
Taking Photographs—Flash Photography96Red-eye reductionwith slow syncCombines red-eye reduction with slow sync. This mode is onlyavailable in auto mu
Taking Photographs—Flash PhotographyUsing Built-in and Optional Speedlights97Red-Eye ReductionDepending on the lens used and the position of your subj
ixFocus: Controlling How the Camera Focuses ... 63Focus Mode...
Flash PhotographyTaking Photographs—Flash Photography98Red-eye reductionwith slow sync1Red-eye reductionRear-curtain sync3Front-curtain syncSlow sync2
Taking Photographs—Flash PhotographyUsing Built-in and Optional Speedlights99When the Speedlight Is Not in UseTo save battery power when the Speedli
Flash PhotographyTaking Photographs—Flash Photography100Flash Range, Aperture, and SensitivityFlash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) an
Taking Photographs—Flash PhotographyUsing Built-in and Optional Speedlights101Compatible LensesThe built-in Speedlight can be used with any CPU lens h
Flash PhotographyTaking Photographs—Flash Photography102Flash Exposure CompensationFlash exposure compensation is used to increase or reduce flash out
Taking Photographs—Flash PhotographyUsing Built-in and Optional Speedlights103Using an Optional SpeedlightOptional Speedlights with D-TTL Flash Contro
Taking Photographs—Flash PhotographyFlash Photography104Nikon SB-50DX SpeedlightThe SB-50DX has a guide number of 32/105 (m/ft, manual mode, 35-mmzoom
Taking Photographs—Flash PhotographyUsing Built-in and Optional Speedlights105Use Only Nikon Flash AccessoriesUse only Nikon Speedlights. Negative vo
Taking Photographs—Flash PhotographyFlash Photography1061The SB-26 can be set to slave mode for wireless slaveflash photography. When the wireless sl
Taking Photographs—Flash PhotographyUsing Built-in and Optional Speedlights107Notes on Optional Speedlights (Continued)If an optional Speedlight with
xThe Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ... 135Choosing a Settings Bank: Bank Select ...
Taking Photographs—Self-Timer Mode108The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. Touse the self-timer:1Mount the camera
Taking Photographs—Self-Timer Mode109AutofocusWhen autofocus is in effect, the camera focuses when the shutter-release button ispressed. Do not stand
110Taking Photographs—Two-Button ResetDefault Option DefaultJPEG-NormalImage QualityLargeResolutionAutoWhite Bal±0White balanceadjustment200ISOOption
111This section details the operations that can be per-formed during playback, including thumbnail play-back, playback zoom, and photo information dis
112Viewing PhotographsViewing PhotographsSingle-Image PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the button. The most recent photographwill be displa
113Viewing PhotographsBasic PlaybackUsing the Multi SelectorThe multi selector can be used at any time when the monitor is on. The focus selectorlock
114Viewing PhotographsViewing PhotographsPhoto InformationPhoto information is superimposed on images displayed in single-image play-back. Depending
115Viewing PhotographsBasic Playback31 231 2Page 44681035791 21 Voice memo icon .. 1802 Protect status ... 1193 Sensitivity (ISOequivalency) ...
116Viewing PhotographsViewing PhotographsViewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail PlaybackBy pressing the button and rotating the com-mand dial, you can d
117Viewing PhotographsBasic PlaybackTo Press and/or rotate DescriptionChangeprotectedstatus ofhighlightedphotoImages marked by a icon can not be del
1First Steps14–24Overview2–3Getting to Know theCamera4–13This chapter is divided into the following sections:OverviewRead this section for a descripti
118Viewing PhotographsViewing PhotographsTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPress the button to zoom in on the imagedisplayed in single-image playba
119Viewing PhotographsBasic PlaybackProtecting Photographs from DeletionIn full-frame and thumbnail playback, the button can be use to protectphotog
120Viewing PhotographsViewing PhotographsDeleting Individual PhotographsTo delete a photograph displayed in single-image playback, or the photo-graph
121Changes to a variety of camera settings are madewith the help of menus that appear in the cameramonitor. This chapter covers:Using Camera MenusThi
122Menu Guide—Using Camera MenusPosition cursor in selected menuBank SelectImage QualityResolutionWhite BalISOANORMA200LSHOOTING MENUSelect menu2Bank
123Menu Guide—Using Camera MenusHighlight menu item1Bank SelectImage QualityResolutionWhite BalISOANORMA200LSHOOTING MENUDisplay options2OKImage Quali
124Menu Guide—The Playback MenuThe Playback MenuManaging ImagesDeleting Photographs: DeleteThe Delete menu contains the following options:The playback
125Menu Guide—The Playback MenuDeleting All Photographs: AllSelecting All from the delete menu displays theconfirmation dialog shown at right. Select
126The Playback MenuMenu Guide—The Playback MenuFolder Options: Folder DesignateThe camera stores photographs in folders namednnnND100, where “nnn” is
127Managing ImagesMenu Guide—The Playback MenuChoosing a Folder for Playback: Folder SelectThe Folder Designate option is used to selectfolders for pl
2Introduction—OverviewOverviewAbout This ManualThis manual is designed to help you enjoy taking photographs with the ad-vanced Nikon D100 single-lens
128The Playback MenuMenu Guide—The Playback MenuAutomated Playback: Slide ShowUse this option to play images back one after theother in an automated “
129Managing ImagesMenu Guide—The Playback MenuSlide ShowStartFrame IntvlPLAYBACK MENUOKRestartFrame IntvlWhen the last image in the current folder has
130The Playback MenuMenu Guide—The Playback MenuHiding Images During Playback: Hide ImageWhen creating a slide show or showing photos toan audience, y
Managing ImagesMenu Guide—The Playback Menu131Ordering Prints: Print SetThe Print Set option is used to create a digital“print order” that specifies t
The Playback MenuMenu Guide—The Playback Menu132OKPrint SetDoneImprint DateData ImprintPLAYBACK MENU3Press button to complete operationand display m
Managing ImagesMenu Guide—The Playback Menu133NEF ImagesPhotographs taken at an image quality of NEF (Raw) or Comp. NEF (Raw) ( 44) cannot be selecte
The Playback MenuMenu Guide—The Playback Menu134Controlling Photo Info: Display ModeThe option selected in the Display Mode optiondetermines whether a
Menu Guide—The Shooting Menu135The shooting menu contains two pages of options:The Shooting MenuShooting Options135136137138139OptionBank SelectImage
The Shooting MenuMenu Guide—The Shooting Menu136File Type and Compression: Image QualityThe Image Quality menu controls the file typeand compression r
Shooting OptionsMenu Guide—The Shooting Menu137Choosing an Image Size: ResolutionThe Resolution menu controls the size of photo-graphs, measured in pi
3Introduction—OverviewTo make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols andconventions are used:Take Test ShotsBefore taking p
The Shooting MenuMenu Guide—The Shooting Menu138For more information on:50 White balanceKeeping Colors True: White BalanceThe White Balance menu allow
Shooting OptionsMenu Guide—The Shooting Menu139Setting Sensitivity: ISOThe ISO menu controls sensitivity, the digitalequivalent of film speed. Option
The Shooting MenuMenu Guide—The Shooting Menu140OKImage SharpeningAutoNormalLowHighNoneSHOOTING MENUMaking Edges More Distinct: Image SharpeningWhen y
Shooting OptionsMenu Guide—The Shooting Menu141Adjusting Contrast: Tone CompensationAs photographs are saved to the memory card,they are processed to
The Shooting MenuMenu Guide—The Shooting Menu142Setting Colors Based on Workflow: Color ModeYour Nikon digital camera offers a choice of colormodes.
Shooting OptionsMenu Guide—The Shooting Menu143Controlling Color: Hue AdjustmentThis option is used to adjust the hue of photo-graphs as they are take
Menu Guide—Custom Settings144Custom settings are used to fine-tune a variety ofcamera settings to suit your personal preferences,creating combinations
Menu Guide—Custom Settings145Two-Button ResetCustom settings are not reset when a two-button reset is performed ( 110).Custom Setting R: Menu ResetME
Custom SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings146Custom Setting 0: Bank SelectCustom settings are stored in one of two“banks,” Bank A or Bank B, which are
Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings147Custom Setting 2: No CF Card?This option can be used to enable the shutter re-lease when no me
4Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraGetting to Know the CameraCamera Controls and DisplaysTake a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera c
Custom SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings148Custom Setting 3: ISO AutoIf ON is selected for this option, the camera willautomatically adjust sensitivi
Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings149Custom Setting 4: Long Exp. NRAt shutter speeds slower than about 1/2s, “noise”in the form of
Custom SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings150File NumberingIf a photograph is taken when the current folder contains 999 photographs or a photo-graph n
Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings151Custom Setting 6: Monitor OffThis option controls whether the monitor stays onfor ten seconds
Custom SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings152Easy ExposureCompensationF10CSM MENU[+/–] & CMD DialCMD Dial onlyOFFONOKOption Description[+/–] &
Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings153Custom Setting 11: BKT SetThis option controls what settings are affectedwhen bracketing ( 87
Custom SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings154Custom Setting 13: Command DialBy default, the main command dial controls shut-ter speed (shutter-priority
Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings155Custom Setting 15: AE LockThis option controls whether exposure will lockwhile the shutter-rel
Custom SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings156Custom Setting 17: Focus AreaBy default, the focus-area display is bounded bythe four outer focus areas so
Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings157Custom Setting 19: Grid Display (On-Demand Grid Lines)Using this option, on-demand grid lines
5Introduction—Getting to Know the Camera1516181720192115 Built-in Speedlight ... 94, 9816 Sub-command dial ... 1217
Custom SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings158Custom Setting 22: AF AssistThis option controls whether the AF-assist illumi-nator lights to help with th
Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings159Custom Setting 24: Anti-shockNormally, the mirror is raised out of the way ofthe CCD immediate
Custom SettingsMenu Guide—Custom Settings160Custom Setting 25: Batt PK AF BtnThis option controls the function performed by theAF-ON button on the opt
Menu Guide—The Setup Menu161The Setup MenuCamera SetupFormatLCD BrightnessMirror Lock-upVideo OutputDateLanguageImage CommentEnO– –OFFNTSC– –OFFSET UP
The Setup MenuMenu Guide—The Setup Menu162Formatting Memory Cards: FormatMemory cards must be formatted before first use.Formatting memory cards is al
Camera SetupMenu Guide—The Setup Menu163Adjusting Monitor Brightness: LCD BrightnessThis option controls monitor brightness. Press themulti selector
The Setup MenuMenu Guide—The Setup Menu164Choosing a Video Standard: Video OutputThis option is used to select the standard for videooutput. Adjust t
Camera SetupMenu Guide—The Setup Menu165Entering a Comment: Input CommentSelecting Input Comment displays the dialog shown below, where you canenter a
The Setup MenuMenu Guide—The Setup Menu166Adding the Comment to Photographs: Attach CommentOnce you have entered a comment as described above, you can
167Using the EG-D1 video cable (provided), you candisplay photographs and camera menus on a tele-vision screen, or connect the camera to a video cas-s
6Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraGetting to Know the CameraCamera Body (continued)24252627282923223234333637303135383922 Viewfinder eyepiece ..
Connections—Television Playback168Television PlaybackConnecting Your Camera to a Video DeviceUsing the EG-D1 video cable provided, you can connect the
Connections—Connecting to a Computer169Connecting to a ComputerData Transfer and Camera ControlThis section describes how to use the UC-E4 USB cable p
Connecting to a ComputerConnections—Connecting to a Computer170Nikon Capture 3Using Nikon Capture 3 (available separately), you can control the camera
Data Transfer and Camera ControlConnections—Connecting to a Computer171CPU/ModeliMac, iMac DV, Power Macintosh G3(Blue & White), Power Mac G4 orla
Connecting to a ComputerConnections—Connecting to a Computer172Direct USB ConnectionBefore connecting the camera to your computer via the UC-E4 USB ca
Data Transfer and Camera ControlConnections—Connecting to a Computer1734Turn the camera on.If installed, Nikon View 5 will start automati-cally when t
Connecting to a ComputerConnections—Connecting to a Computer174Mac OS XDrag the “Nikon_D100” camera volume intothe Trash.Mac OS 9Drag the “Nikon D100”
175This chapter covers the following topics:Optional Accessories ( 176–183)A list of the lenses and other accessories availablefor the D100.Caring for
Technical Notes—Optional Accessories176Lenses for the D100The D100 is compatible with a variety of AF Nikkor lenses for 35-mm filmcameras, including w
Technical Notes—Optional Accessories177The lenses that can be used with the D100 are listed below.1 Spot metering meters selected focus area.2IX-Nikko
7Introduction—Getting to Know the Camera40414445424340 Tripod socket41 Connectors for MB-D100 ... 18042 Metering selector ...
Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesOptional Accessories178For the D100, Nikon recommends CPU lenses, particularly types G and D, as itis only with ty
Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesLenses and Other Accessories179Calculating Picture AngleThe size of the area exposed by a 35-mmcamera is 24 × 36 m
Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesOptional Accessories180Other AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D
Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesLenses and Other Accessories181Filters•Nikon filters can be divided into three types: screw-in, drop-in,and rear-i
Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesOptional Accessories182Software Nikon Capture 3Use Nikon Capture 3 to capture photos to a computer and to editand
Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesLenses and Other Accessories183Memory Cards•Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing
Technical Notes—Caring for Your Camera184StorageWhen the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the moni-tor cover, remove the batter
Technical Notes—Caring for Your Camera185The MonitorShould the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glassand to preven
Technical Notes—Caring for Your Camera186Caring for Your CameraThe Low-Pass FilterThe charge-coupled device (CCD) that acts as the camera’s picture el
Technical Notes—Caring for Your Camera187Storage and Maintenance6Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and theshutter curt
The documentation for this product includes the manuals listed below. Pleasebe sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from your cam
8Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraControl Panel2765341891413121110151716Getting to Know the Camera
Technical Notes—Troubleshooting188TroubleshootingUnderstanding Error Messages and DisplaysThis section lists the indicators and error messages that ap
Technical Notes—Troubleshooting189ControlpanelView-finderProblem Solution99If indicator blinks for 3 s afterflash fires, photo may be un-derexposed.Ch
Technical Notes—Troubleshooting190TroubleshootingPlayback ErrorsDuring playback, error messages are displayed in the monitor. Indicators mayalso appe
Technical Notes—Troubleshooting191Understanding Error Messages and DisplaysA Note on Electronically-Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unu
Technical Notes—Web Resources192Web ResourcesOn-Line Resources for Nikon UsersAt the time of writing, the following on-line resources were available f
Technical Notes—Specifications193SpecificationsType Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeablelensesEffective pixels 6.1 million23.7 × 15.
Technical Notes—Specifications194SpecificationsAutofocus TTL phase detection by means of Nikon Multi-CAM900autofocus module with AF-assist illuminator
Technical Notes—Specifications195SpecificationsWhite balance TTL white balance control with white balance bracketingBuilt-in Speedlight Pop-up Speedli
Technical Notes—Specifications196SpecificationsTripod socket1/4˝ (ISO)Power source•One rechargeable Nikon EN-EL3 lithium-ion battery•MB-D100 multi-fun
Technical Notes—Specifications197SpecificationsBattery LifeThe number of shots that can be taken with an EN-EL3 battery varies with the conditionof th
9Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraCamera Controls and Displays1 Shutter speed ... 79–80Sensitivity ...
Index198IndexSymbols3D Multi Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash for Digital SLR, 95AAF area mode, 65–69AF assist illuminator, 72Aperture, 76–93, 107adjusting,
Index199JJPEG, 44LL. See ResolutionLanguage, 18LCD Brightness, 163Lens, 176–179attaching, 20–21compatible, 176–178CPU, 20–21, 176–178non-CPU, 21, 176
10Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraGetting to Know the CameraThe Viewfinder DisplayNo BatteryWhen the battery is totally exhausted or no battery
11Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraCamera Controls and Displays1 12-mm (0.47˝) reference circle forcenter-weighted metering ... 752 Foc
12Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraGetting to Know the CameraThe Command DialsThe main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination w
13Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraCamera Controls and Displays+AF-area modeChoose a setting for AF-area mode (65)++Flash settingsSet flash comp
14Introduction—First StepsInsert the Battery 16–17STEP 2Choose a Language 18STEP 3Set the Time and Date 19STEP 4First StepsGetting the Camera Ready fo
15Introduction—First StepsStep 1—Attach the Camera StrapAttach the camera strap securely to the two eyelets on the camera body asshown below.1The Moni
16Introduction—First StepsStep 2—Insert the BatteryYour camera is powered by a single rechargeable Nikon EN-EL3 lithium-ionbattery (provided).2.1 Char
17Introduction—First StepsRemoving the BatteryTo remove the battery, turn the camera off, open the battery chamber cover as de-scribed above, and sli
iHow to Read This ManualFirst, be aware of the warnings, cautions, and notices on pages ii–vii.OverviewGetting to Know the CameraFirst StepsBasic Phot
18Introduction—First StepsStep 3—Choose a LanguageCamera menus and messages can be displayed in your choice of German,English, French, Japanese, and S
19Introduction—First StepsStep 4—Set the Time and DateThe time and date of recording is included with all pictures. To ensure thatyour pictures are s
20Introduction—First StepsFirst StepsStep 5—Attach a LensWe recommend that you use a type G or type D CPU lens to take full advan-tage of the features
21Introduction—First StepsGetting the Camera Ready for Use5.3 Lock aperture at the minimum settingThis step is not necessary if you are using a type G
22Introduction—First StepsFirst StepsStep 6—Insert a Memory CardIn place of film, your Nikon digital camera uses CompactFlash™ memory cardsor IBM Micr
23Introduction—First StepsGetting the Camera Ready for Use66.4 Format the memory cardMemory cards must be formatted before first use. Note that forma
24Introduction—First StepsRemoving Memory CardsMemory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memorycards from the camera.Remov
25This chapter takes you step-by-step through theprocess of taking your first photographs and play-ing them back.Basic PhotographyThis section describ
26Tutorial—Basic PhotographyAdjust Camera Settings 28–29STEP 2Ready the Camera 27STEP 1There are six basic steps to taking photographs:Basic Photograp
27Tutorial—Basic PhotographyStep 1—Ready the CameraBefore taking photographs, ready the camera as described below.1.1 Turn the camera onThe control pa
iiTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this
28Tutorial—Basic PhotographyStep 2—Adjust Camera SettingsThis Tutorial describes how take photographs at default settings. Informationon when and how
29Tutorial—Basic PhotographyTaking Your First Photographs2Non-CPU LensesExposure mode P (auto multi program) is only available when the lens mounted o
30Tutorial—Basic PhotographyBasic Photography3Step 3—Frame a PhotographTo prevent blurred photographs caused by unsteady hands (camera shake),hold the
31Tutorial—Basic Photography4Step 4—FocusIn single-servo AF, the camera focuses on the sub-ject in the selected focus area when the shutter-release bu
32Tutorial—Basic Photography5Step 5—Check ExposureWith the shutter-release button pressed halfway,check the shutter-speed and aperture indicatorsin th
33Tutorial—Basic PhotographyTaking Your First Photographs5When Lighting Is PoorWhen lighting is poor, shutter speed slows and photographs may be blurr
34Tutorial—Basic PhotographyBasic Photography6Step 6—Take the PhotographSmoothly press the shutter-release button the restof the way down.While the ph
35Tutorial—Basic PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the button. The most recent photographwill be displayed in the monitor.Viewing Additional
36Tutorial—Basic PlaybackBasic Playback6—Monitor Off ( 151)The monitor will turn off automatically to save power if no operations are performedfor th
37In “Tutorial: Taking Photographs,” you learned thebasic order of operations for taking photographs atthe most commonly-used settings. This chaptere
iii• Batteries are prone to leakage whenfully discharged. To avoid damage tothe product, be sure to remove thebattery when no charge remains.• When t
38Taking PhotographsTaking PhotographsThe chart below shows the basic order for adjusting settings when takingphotographs.Will this be a single photo,
39The DetailsTaking PhotographsThe Shooting MenuChanges to some camera settings (shooting mode, focus, metering, exposuremode, exposure compensation,
40Taking PhotographsTaking Photographs7OKImage QualityNEF (Raw)TIFF-RGBJPEG FineJPEG NormalJPEG BasicSHOOTING MENU8Bank SelectImage QualityResolutionW
41Taking Photographs—Choosing a Shooting ModeChoosing a Shooting ModeSingle Frame, Continuous, or Self-TimerYour choice of shooting mode determines ho
42Choosing a Shooting ModeTaking Photographs—Choosing a Shooting ModeThe Memory BufferThe camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storag
43Taking Photographs—Image Quality and SizeImage Quality and SizeMaking Effective Use of MemoryTogether, image quality and size determine how much spa
44Image Quality and SizeTaking Photographs—Image Quality and SizeOption DescriptionTIFF-RGBImages are saved in uncompressed TIFF-RGB at a color depth
45Making Effective Use of MemoryTaking Photographs—Image Quality and SizeImage quality can be set using the function dial, or using the Image Qualityo
46Image Quality and SizeTaking Photographs—Image Quality and SizeThe Function DialWith the function dial set to QUAL, rotate the main command dial to
47Making Effective Use of MemoryTaking Photographs—Image Quality and SizeImage size can be set using the function dial, or using the Resolution option
ivDo not dropThe product may malfunction if subjectedto strong shocks or vibration.Keep dryThis product is not waterproof, and maymalfunction if immer
48Taking Photographs—Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency)Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency)Reacting Faster to Light“Sensitivity” is the digital equivalent of film
49Taking Photographs—Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency)The Function DialPictures can only be taken when the function dial is set to P, S, A, or M. When th
Taking Photographs—White Balance50Auto 4,200–8,000 KCamera measures color temperature and ad-justs white balance automatically. For bestresults, use
Taking Photographs—White Balance51Bank SelectImage QualityResolutionWhite BalISOANORMA200LSHOOTING MENUSpeedlights Connected via a Sync CableWhen the
Taking Photographs—White BalanceWhite Balance52The Function DialWith the function dial set to WB, rotate the main command dial to cyclethrough white-b
Taking Photographs—White BalanceKeeping Colors True53Fine-Tuning White BalanceAt settings other than PRE (preset), white balancecan be “fine tuned” to
Taking Photographs—White BalanceWhite Balance54White balance can be fine-tuned using the func-tion dial, or from the shooting menu. At settingsother
Taking Photographs—White BalanceKeeping Colors True55Preset White BalancePreset white balance is used to adjust white balance when shooting undermixed
Taking Photographs—White BalanceWhite Balance56Measuring Preset White BalanceTo measure a value for preset white balance:1Place a neutral gray or whit
Taking Photographs—White BalanceKeeping Colors True575Frame the reference object so that it fills theviewfinder and press the shutter-release but-ton
v•To prevent mold or mildew, take the cam-era out of storage at least once a month.Turn the camera on and release the shut-ter a few times before putt
Taking Photographs—Image Adjustment58Image AdjustmentShooting Menu Settings200AAI0°ISOImage SharpeningTone Comp.Color ModeHue AdjustmentSHOOTING MENUO
Taking Photographs—Image Adjustment59Adjusting Contrast: Tone CompensationAs photographs are saved to the memory card, they are processed to adjustthe
Taking Photographs—Image Adjustment60Image Adjustment200AAI0°ISOImage SharpeningTone Comp.Color ModeHue AdjustmentSHOOTING MENUOKTone Comp.AutoNormalL
Taking Photographs—Image Adjustment61Shooting Menu SettingsColor ManagementWhen opening images in an application that supports color management, selec
Taking Photographs—Image Adjustment62Image AdjustmentControlling Color: Hue AdjustmentHue can be adjusted in the range about –9 ° to 9 ° in increments
Taking Photographs—Focus63FocusControlling How the Camera FocusesThis section describes the options that control how your camera focuses: fo-cus mode,
Taking Photographs—FocusFocus64Focus Area SelectionThe D100 offers a choice of five focus areas that together cover a wide areaof the frame. Except w
Taking Photographs—FocusControlling How the Camera Focuses65AutofocusWhen the focus mode selector is set to S (single-servo autofocus) or C (con-tinuo
Taking Photographs—FocusFocus66Single-area AF Dynamic-area AFTo select the AF-area mode, set the function dial to [+] and rotate the maincommand dial.
Taking Photographs—FocusControlling How the Camera Focuses67Closest Subject Priority (Dynamic Area AF)Dynamic-area AF can be combined with closest sub
vi•No part of the manuals included with thisproduct may be reproduced, transmitted,transcribed, stored in a retrieval system,or translated into any la
Taking Photographs—FocusFocus68Summary of Autofocus OptionsFocusmodeAF-areamodeClosest subjectpriorityControl paneldisplayActive focusareaFocus-arease
Taking Photographs—FocusControlling How the Camera Focuses69When to use itHow it worksUse when you know yoursubject will be closest ob-ject to camera
Taking Photographs—FocusFocus70Focus LockFocus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, allowingyou to focus on a subject that will
Taking Photographs—FocusControlling How the Camera Focuses713Recompose the photograph and shoot.In single-servo AF, focus will remain locked between s
Taking Photographs—FocusFocus72The AF-Assist IlluminatorThe built-in AF assist illuminator enables the camera to focus even when thesubject is poorly
Taking Photographs—FocusControlling How the Camera Focuses73The focus areacontains objects atdifferent distancesfrom the cameraAn example would be a s
Taking Photographs—FocusFocus74A-M Selection/Autofocus with Manual PriorityWhen using a lens that offers A-M selection, select M when focusing manuall
Taking Photographs—Exposure75ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets ExposureMeteringThe metering method determines how the cam-era sets exposure. Be
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure76CPU Lenses (All Exposure Modes)If you are using a CPU lens equipped with an aperture ring, the aperture ring must
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure77P: Auto Multi ProgramIn this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed
viiNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis class B digital apparatus meets all re-quirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulatio
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure78Flexible ProgramIn auto multi program, you can rotate the main com-mand dial to choose different combinations of
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure79S: Shutter-Priority AutoIn shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed wh
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure80To take photographs in shutter-priority auto:1Rotate the function dial to S.Exposure WarningIf the camera is unab
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure81A: Aperture-Priority AutoIn aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure82M: ManualIn manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Shut-ter speed can be set to valu
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure83Long Time-ExposuresAt a shutter speed of , the shutter will remain open while th
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure84Autoexposure LockWhen center-weighted metering is used, an area in the center of the frame isassigned the greates
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure85Metered AreaIn spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 3
Taking Photographs—ExposureExposure86Exposure CompensationTo obtain the desired results with certain subject compositions, it may be nec-essary to us
Taking Photographs—ExposureControlling How the Camera Sets Exposure87BracketingThe D100 offers three types of bracketing: exposure bracketing, flash b
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