Nikon D610 Manuel d'utilisateur

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viiiB SETUP MENU (0 249)f4 Assign AE-L/AF-L buttonAE/AF lock (default)AE lock onlyAE lock (Hold)AF lock onlyAF-ONFV lockNonef5 Customize command dials

74#A Shutter Speed and ApertureTwo of the chief factors in determining exposure are shutter speed and aperture. By slowing shutter speed while increas

75#P: Programmed AutoIn this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal expos

76#S: Shutter-Priority AutoIn shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produc

77#A: Aperture-Priority AutoIn aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will prod

78#M: ManualIn manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to ch

79#❚❚ Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)Select the following shutter speeds for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fire

80#3 Choose a shutter speed.While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of A. For a shutter speed of “tim

81$$User Settings: U1 and U2 ModesAssign frequently-used settings to the U1 and U2 positions on the mode dial.Saving User Settings1 Select a mode.Rota

82$5 Save user settings.Highlight Save settings and press J to assign the settings selected in Steps 1 and 2 to the mode dial position selected in Ste

83kkRelease ModeTo choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting.1 Average fra

ixN RETOUCH MENU (0 261)O MY MENU (0 280)Image comment DoneInput commentAttach commentAuto image rotationOn (default)OffBattery info –Copyright inform

84kA The Memory BufferThe camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being sav

85kSelf-Timer and Remote Control ModesThe self-timer and optional ML-L3 remote control (0 298) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portrait

86k3 Frame the photograph.4 Take the photograph.Self-timer mode: Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest

87kD Before Using the Remote ControlBefore using the remote control for the first time, remove the clear plastic battery-insulator sheet.D Using the B

88kMirror up ModeChoose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. Use of a tripod is recommended.1 Select mi

89ddImage 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

90d❚❚ Choose 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 91).Op

91dImage 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

92d❚❚ Camera Controls1 Assign image area selection to a camera control.Select Choose image area for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu (0 21

93dImage Quality and SizeTogether, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quality

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94dThe following options can be accessed from the shooting menu. Press the G button to display the menus, highlight the desired option and press 2.❚❚

95dImage SizeImage size is measured in pixels. Choose from # Large, $ Medium, or % Small (note that image size varies depending on the option selected

96dUsing Two Memory CardsWhen two memory cards are inserted in the camera, you can use the Role played by card in Slot 2 item in the shooting menu to

97NNFocusThis section describes the focus options available when photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Focus can be adjusted automatically (see be

98NAutofocus 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

99NAF-Area ModeChoose how the focus point for autofocus is selected.• Single-point AF: Select the focus point as described on page 101; the camera wil

100NAF-area mode can be selected by pressing the AF-mode button and rotating the sub-command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfi

101NFocus Point SelectionThe camera offers a choice of 39 focus points that can be used to compose photographs with the main subject positioned almost

102NFocus 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 po

103NManual FocusManual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the d

xiCreative Photography (Scene Modes) ...40k Portrait...

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105SSISO Sensitivity“ISO sensitivity” is the digital equivalent of film speed. Choose from settings that range from ISO 100 to ISO 6400 in steps equiv

106SA AUTOIf the mode dial is rotated to P, S, A, or M after AUTO is selected for ISO sensitivity in another mode, the ISO sensitivity last selected i

107SAuto ISO Sensitivity ControlIf On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity

108SWhen On is selected, the viewfinder and control panel show ISO-AUTO. When sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user, these indica

109ZZExposureChoose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatically).To cho

110ZAutoexposure LockUse autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using center-weighted metering and spot metering to meter exposure. Note tha

111ZA 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

112ZExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. I

113ZA Mode MIn mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change.A Using a FlashWhen a flash

xiiP, S, A, and M Modes 73P: Programmed Auto...

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115rrWhite BalanceWhite balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. In modes other than P, S, A, and M, white balance

116rA The Shooting MenuWhite balance can also be adjusted using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 214), which also can be used to fine-

117rFine-Tuning White BalanceWhite balance can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliber

118r3 Press J.Press J to save settings and return to the shooting menu. If white balance has been fine-tuned, an asterisk (“E”) will be displayed in t

119rA 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”

120rChoosing a Color TemperatureWhen K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance, color temperature can be selected by pressing the L (U) but

121rPreset ManualPreset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light

122r3 Select a preset.Press the L (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-4) is displayed in the c

123r6 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

xiiiExposure 109Metering...

124r❚❚ Copying White Balance from a PhotographFollow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a selected prese

125rA Choosing a Source ImageTo view the image highlighted in Step 4 full frame, press and hold the X (T) button.To view images in other locations, ho

126r❚❚ Entering a CommentFollow the steps below to enter a descriptive comment of up to thirty-six characters for a selected white balance preset.1 Se

127r❚❚ Protecting a White Balance PresetFollow the steps below to protect the selected white balance preset. Protected presets can not be modified and

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129JJImage EnhancementNikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brig

130JA Custom Picture ControlsCustom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control o

131JModifying Picture ControlsExisting preset or custom Picture Controls (0 134) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choo

132J❚❚ Picture Control SettingsOption DescriptionQuick adjustChoose from options between –2 and +2 to reduce or exaggerate the effect of the selected

133JA The Picture Control GridPressing the W (S) button in Step 2 on page 131 displays a Picture Control grid showing the contrast and saturation for

xivMore on Playback 177Full-Frame Playback...

134JCreating Custom Picture ControlsThe Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls.1 Select Manage

135J6 Name the Picture Control.The text-entry dialog shown at right will be displayed. By default, new Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digi

136JSharing Custom Picture ControlsCustom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX 2 or optional software such

137JPreserving Detail in Highlights and ShadowsActive D-LightingActive D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs wi

138JTo 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

139JHigh Dynamic Range (HDR)Used with high-contrast subjects, High Dynamic Range (HDR) preserves details in highlights and shadows by combining two sh

140J2 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 6 On (seri

141J4 Choose the amount of smoothing.To choose how much the boundaries between the two images are smoothed, highlight Smoothing and press 2.The option

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143llFlash 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

xvA Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings... 219Reset Custom Settings...

144lFlash Mode The flash modes available vary with shooting mode:To choose a flash mode, press the M (Y) button and rotate the main command dial until

145lA Default Flash ModesDefault flash modes are shown below.Mode Default Mode Defaulti, k, p, n, w Auto o Auto+slow syncs Auto+red-eye reduction 0, P

146lA Shutter Speeds Available with the Built-in FlashThe following shutter speeds are available with the built-in flash.Mode Shutter speed Mode Shutt

147lA Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture.Aperture at ISO equivalent of Range 1

148lFlash CompensationFlash compensation is used to alter flash output by from –3EV to +1EV in increments of 1/3 EV, changing the brightness of the ma

149lFV LockThis feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash o

150l5 Recompose the photograph.6 Take the photograph.Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictur

151ttOther Shooting OptionsThe camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the W (S) and E buttons down together for mor

152tAutofocus (live view/movie)Autofocus mode AF-S 51AF-area modem, r, w, 1, 2, 3, P, S, A, M Wide-area AF52n, 0 Normal-area AFi, j, k, l, p, o, s, t,

153tBracketingBracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” t

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154t3 Select a bracketing increment.Pressing the D button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose a bracketing increment.4 Frame a photograph, focus

155tA Exposure and Flash BracketingIn continuous low speed, continuous high speed, and Qc (quiet continuous) release modes, shooting will pause after

156t❚❚ White Balance BracketingThe camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on whi

157t4 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

158t❚❚ ADL BracketingThe camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 137.1 Select

159t3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bra

160tMultiple ExposureFollow the steps below to record a series of two or three exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures can make use of RA

161t2 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,

162t4 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

163t❚❚ Interrupting Multiple ExposuresTo interrupt a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, select Off for multip

xviiColor Sketch ... 275Perspective

164tInterval Timer PhotographyThe camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals.1 Select Interval timer shooting in the sho

165t4 Choose the number of intervals and number of shots per interval.Press 4 or 2 to highlight number of intervals or number of shots; press 1 or 3 t

166tA Interval Timer PhotographyInterval timer photography can not be combined with long time-exposures (bulb photography, 0 79) or live view (0 49) o

167t❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer PhotographyInterval timer photography can be paused by:• Pressing the J button between intervals• Highlighting Start >

168tTime-Lapse PhotographyThe camera automatically takes photos at selected intervals to create a silent time-lapse movie using the options currently

169t4 Select the shooting time.Press 4 or 2 to highlight hours or minutes; press 1 or 3 to change. The maximum shooting time is 7 hours and 59 minutes

170tD Time-Lapse PhotographyTime-lapse is not available in live view (0 49, 57), at a shutter speed of A (0 79), when bracketing (0 153), High Dynamic

171t❚❚ Interrupting Time-Lapse PhotographyTime-lapse photography will end automatically if the battery is exhausted. The following will also end time-

172tNon-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

173tThe 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.Press the G button to

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

174tTo recall lens data when using a non-CPU lens:1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control.Select Choose non-CPU lens number for Cus

175tThe GP-1/GP-1A GPS UnitThe GP-1/GP-1A GPS unit (available separately) can be connected to the camera’s accessory terminal (0 298) using the cable

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177IIMore on PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor.Full-Frame PlaybackA Ro

178ITo Use DescriptionView additional photographsPress 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs in reverse order.View photo info

179IPhoto InformationPhoto information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as

180I❚❚ Highlights❚❚ RGB Histogram100-1RGBHighlightsSelect R, G, B1Image highlights12Folder number—frame number2... 2153Current channel11 Fla

181IA Playback ZoomTo zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X (T). Use the X (T) and W (S) buttons to zoom in and out and s

182I❚❚ Shooting Data1Metering... 109Shutter speed ...

183I1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on.2 Displayed if Custom Setting b5 (Fine-tune optimal exposure, 0 226) ha

xixAObserve caution when using the flash• Using the camera with the flash in close contact with the skin or other objects could cause burns.• Using th

184I❚❚ Overview Data1 Non-FX formats (including DX-based movie format) displayed in yellow (0 63, 89).2 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto

185IThumbnail PlaybackTo display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images, press the W (S) button.Full-frame playbackThumbnail playback

186ICalendar PlaybackTo view images taken on a selected date, press the W (S) button when 72 images are displayed.The operations can be performed depe

187ITaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPress the X (T) button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highl

188IProtecting Photographs from DeletionIn full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the L (U) button can be used to protect photographs fro

189IDeleting PhotographsTo delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O (Q) button. To del

190IThe Playback MenuThe Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may

191I4 Press J to complete the operation.A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Ye s and press J.❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Take

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193QQConnectionsThis section describes how to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer.Before Connecting the CameraBefore connec

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

194QConnecting the CameraConnect the camera using the supplied USB cable.1 Turn the camera off.2 Turn the computer on. Turn the computer on and wait f

195Q6 Click Start Transfer.At default settings, all the pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer (for more information on using Niko

196QPrinting PhotographsSelected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 333) connected directly to the camera.Connecting the PrinterCon

197QPrinting Pictures One at a Time1 Select a picture.Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press the X (T) button to zoom in on the current frame

198Q3 Adjust printing options.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select.4 Start printing.Select Start printing and press J to start pr

199QPrinting Multiple Pictures1 Display the PictBridge menu.Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display (see Step 3 on page 196).2 Choose an

200Q3 Select pictures or choose a date.If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on t

201Q4 Display printing options.Press J to display PictBridge printing options.5 Adjust printing options.Choose page size, border, and time stamp optio

202QCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-com

203Q4 Select imprint options.Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order witho

xxiNotices 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

204QViewing Photographs on TVA type C mini-pin High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from commercial sources) can be

205Q❚❚ HDMI OptionsThe HDMI option in the setup menu (0 249) controls output resolution and can be used to enable the camera for remote control from d

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207MUMenu GuideTo display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab.The playback menu contains the following options:Choose a fo

208UHide or reveal pictures. Hidden pictures are visible only in the Hide image menu and can only be deleted by formatting the memory card.Follow the

209UChoose the information available in the playback photo information display (0 179). Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option, then press 2 to select th

210U3 Choose Select image(s).Highlight Select image(s) and press 2.4 Select the source folder.Highlight the folder containing the images to be copied

211U8 Select a destination folder.To enter a folder number, choose Select folder by number, enter the number (0 215), and press J. If the folder with

212UChoose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed

213UCreate a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 207). Hidden images (0 208) are not displayed.To start the slide show, highl

xxiiNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reprodu

214UC The Shooting Menu: Shooting OptionsTo display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.The shooting menu contains the fol

215USelect the folder in which subsequent images will be stored.❚❚ Selecting Folders by Folder Number1 Choose Select folder by number.Highlight Select

216U❚❚ Selecting Folders from a List1 Choose Select folder from list.Highlight Select folder from list and press 2.2 Highlight a folder.Press 1 or 3 t

217USelect On to reduce barrel distortion when shooting with wide-angle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion when shooting with long lenses (no

218U“Vignetting” is a drop in brightness at the edges of a photograph. Vignette control reduces vignetting for type G, E, and D lenses (DX and PC lens

219UA Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsTo display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab.G buttonCus

220UThe following Custom Settings are available:Note: Depending on camera settings, some items may be grayed out and unavailable. For information on t

221USelect Ye s to restore Custom Settings to their default values (0 313).When AF-C is selected for viewfinder photography (0 97), this option contr

222UThis option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject when AF-C is selected or continuous-servo autofo

223UChoose the number of focus points available for manual focus-point selection.Choose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist th

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

224USelect the increments used when making adjustments to ISO sensitivity. If possible, the current ISO sensitivity setting is maintained when the ste

225UThis option controls whether the E button is needed to set exposure compensation (0 112). If On (Auto reset) or On is selected, the 0 at the cente

226UWhen calculating exposure, center-weighted metering assigns the greatest weight to a circle in the center of the frame. The diameter (φ) of this c

227UChoose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed. The shutter-speed and aperture displays in the control pa

228UChoose how long the monitor remains on when no operations are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image revie

229UChoose 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

230UThe maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst in continuous mode can be set to any value between 1 and 100.When a photograph is

231UIf Auto (v) is selected, the color of the lettering in the information display (0 9) will automatically change from black to white or white to bla

232UTo ensure that the camera functions as expected when the optional MB-D14 battery pack is used with AA batteries, match the option selected in this

233UChoose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-D14 battery pack is attached. Not

xxivPackage ContentsBe sure all items listed here were included with your camera.• D610 camera• BS-1 accessory shoe cover• DK-21 rubber eyecup• BM-14

234UThis option controls flash sync speed.e: Bracketing/Flashe1: Flash Sync SpeedG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption Description1/250 s (Auto FP)A

235U❚❚ Auto FP High-Speed SyncWhen 1/250 s (Auto FP) or 1/200 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 234), the built-in fl

236UChoose 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-

237U❚❚ 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

238UFollow 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

239U6 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

240UChoose how the camera adjusts flash level when exposure compensation is used. A The Flash Sync Mode DisplayM does not appear in the control panel

241UIf On is selected when the camera is being used with the built-in flash or an optional CLS-compatible flash unit (0 294), a modeling flash will be

242UChoose the role played by the Fn button.f2: Assign Fn ButtonG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption DescriptionqPreview Press the Fn button to pre

243U9Framing gridPress the Fn button and rotate the main command dial to turn the framing grid display in the viewfinder on or off (0 8).5Choose image

1XXIntroductionTake a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refe

244UChoose the role played by the depth-of-field preview button. The options available are the same as for Assign Fn button (0 242). The default setti

245UThis option controls the operation of the main and sub-command dials.• Reverse rotation: Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dials wh

246USelecting Ye s allows adjustments that are normally made by holding the E, M (Y), W (S), X (T), L (U), AF-mode, Z (Q), or D button and rotating

247UChoose the function assigned to the A AE-L/AF-L button on the optional MB-D14 battery pack.Choose the role played by the Fn button during movie li

248UChoose the role played by the depth-of-field preview button during movie live view. The options available are the same as for Assign Fn button (0

249UB The Setup Menu: Camera SetupTo display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab.The setup menu contains the following options:1

250UTo begin formatting, choose a memory card slot and select Ye s . Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card

251UAcquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual).Ima

252U3 Acquire dust off reference data.Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data. The monitor

253UChange time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off (0 27).Choose a language for camer

2XThe Camera Body (Continued)1 Built-in flash ...1432 Mirror ...

254UPhotographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback (0 177

255UView information on the battery currently inserted in the camera.Battery InfoG button ➜ B setup menuItem DescriptionCharge The current battery lev

256UAdd copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is included in the shooting data shown in the photo informat

257USelect Save settings to save the following settings to the memory card in Slot 1 (0 96; if the card is full, an error will be displayed). Use this

258UDisplay roll and pitch information based on information from the camera tilt sensor. If the camera is tilted neither left nor right, the roll refe

259UFine-tune focus for up to 12 lens types. AF tuning is not recommended in most situations and may interfere with normal focus; use only when requir

260UThis option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enabl

261UN 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

262UCreating 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

263UA Creating Retouched Copies During PlaybackRetouched copies can also be created during playback.22Display picture full frame and press J or c (b).

3XThe Camera Body (Continued)1 AF-assist illuminator ...223Self-timer lamp ...

264UD-lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs.Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effec

265UCreate a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped co

266UCopy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome).Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the select

267UChoose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph.Filter EffectsG button

268UUse 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

269UImage overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, whi

270U4 Adjust gain.Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select gain from values between 0.1 and 2.0

271UCreate JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs.1 Select NEF (RAW) processing.Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to displa

272U4 Copy the photograph.Highlight EXE and press J to create a JPEG copy of the selected photograph (to exit without copying the photograph, press th

273U4 Choose pictures.Highlight Select image and press 2.The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight pictures using the multi selector and

iWhere to Find ItFind what you’re looking for from:The Table of Contents ... 0 x The Index... 0 338The Q&A

4XThe Camera Body (Continued)1 Viewfinder eyepiece...332 Rubber eyecup ...

274UCreate a straightened copy of the selected image. Press 2 to rotate the image clockwise by up to five degrees in increments of approximately 0.25

275UCreate 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

276UCreate a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in t

277UCreate 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 di

278U5 Choose the color range.Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph or movie. Ch

279UCompare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if J or c (b) button is pressed to display the retouch menu wh

280UO 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

281U5 Add more items.The items currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark. Items indicated by a V icon can not be selected. Repeat s

282U❚❚ 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

283URecent SettingsTo display the twenty most recently used settings, select m Recent settings for O My Menu > Choose tab.1 Select Choose tab.In My

5XThe Mode DialThe camera offers the modes listed below. To choose a mode, press the mode dial lock release and rotate the mode dial.P, S, A, and M Mo

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285nnTechnical NotesRead this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message i

286n11 Range of rotation for AI 80–200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is limited by camera body. Filters can not be exchanged while AI 200–400mm f/4 ED is mo

287nA Recognizing CPU and Type G, E, and D LensesCPU lenses (particularly types G, E, and D) are recommended, but note that IX-NIKKOR lenses can not b

288nA 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

289nLens Zoom position Minimum distance without vignettingDXAF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17–55mm f/2.8G IF-ED 20 mm 2.0 m/6 ft 7 in.24–55 mm 1.0 m/3 ft 3 in.

290nD AF-Assist IlluminationAF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses:• AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II• AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 2

291nA Calculating Angle of ViewThe D610 can be used with Nikon lenses for 35mm (135) format cameras. If Auto DX crop is on (0 90) and a 35mm format le

292nOptional Flash Units (Speedlights)The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. Op

293nThe Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compa

6XThe Release-Mode DialTo choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting (0 83)

294nThe following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units:Flash unitSB-910SB-900SB-800SB-700 SB-600SB-400SB-300Advanced Wireless Lighti

295n❚❚ Other Flash UnitsThe following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes.Flash unitSB-80DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24S

296nD Notes on Optional Flash UnitsRefer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on C

297nOther AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D610.Power sources• Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15

298nSoftware• Capture NX 2: A complete photo editing package with such advanced editing features as selection control points and an auto retouch brush

299nAttaching a Power Connector and AC AdapterTurn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter.1 Ready the camera.Open

300nCaring for the CameraStorageWhen the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and store the

301nThe 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

302n❚❚ “Clean at Startup/Shutdown”Choose from the following options:1 Select Clean at startup/shutdown.Display the Clean image sensor menu as describe

303n❚❚ Manual CleaningIf foreign matter can not be removed from the low-pass filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (0 301), the

7XThe Control Panel1 Color temperature indicator ...1202 Shutter speed ...76

304n5 Raise the mirror.Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the l

305nA Use a Reliable Power SourceThe shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers off while the mirror is raised, the curtain

306nCaring for the Camera and Battery: CautionsDo not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration.Keep dry: This prod

307nStorage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the adapter to prevent

308n• Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair battery performance.• A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery re

309nAvailable SettingsThe following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode.i j P S, A, Mk, p, n, o, s, 0l, m, r, t, u, v wx, y, z1

310nCustom Settings6a1: AF-C priority selection ✔✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔a2: AF-S priority selection ✔✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔a3: Focus tracking with lock-on ✔✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔a4: AF

311n1Reset with Reset shooting menu (0 214).2 Reset with two-button reset (0 151).3Fixed at Auto.4 Auto ISO sensitivity control is not available.5 Res

312nDefaultsThe default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button resets, see page 151.❚❚ Playback

313n❚❚ Custom Settings Menu Defaults** Default settings restored with Reset custom settings (0 221).Option Default 0a1 AF-C priority selection Release

8XThe Viewfinder1 Framing grid (displayed when On is selected for Custom Setting d2) ...2292 Focus points ...

314n❚❚ Setup Menu DefaultsOption Default 0Save user settingsSave to U1Shooting mode defaults to P81Save to U2Monitor brightness Manual250Manual 0Clean

315nExposure Program (Mode P)The exposure program for mode P is shown in the following graph:The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensi

316nTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-autho

317nShooting (All Modes)Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders.Shutter-release disabled:• Memory card is locked, full, or not inserted

318nNoise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) appear in photos:• Choose lower ISO sensitivity or use high ISO noise reduction

319nShooting (P, S, A, M)Shutter-release disabled:• Non-CPU lens is attached: rotate camera mode dial to A or M (0 288).• Mode dial rotated to S after

320nPlaybackNEF (RAW) image is not played back: Photo was taken at image quality of NEF + JPEG (0 93).Can not view pictures recorded with other camera

321nMiscellaneousDate of recording is not correct: Set camera clock (0 27, 253).Menu item can not be selected: Some options are not available at certa

322nError MessagesThis section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor.IndicatorProblem Solu

323n(Exposure indicators and shutter speed or aperture display flash)Subject too bright; photo will be overexposed.• Use a lower ISO sensitivity 105•

9XThe Information DisplayPress the R button to display shutter speed, aperture, the number of exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other shooting in

324nIndicatorProblem Solution 0MonitorControl panelNo memory card. SCamera cannot detect memory card.Turn camera off and confirm that card is correctl

325nFolder contains no images.—No images on memory card or in folder(s) selected for playback.Select folder containing images from Playback folder men

326nSpecifications❚❚ Nikon D610 Digital CameraTypeType Single-lens reflex digital cameraLens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)Eff

327nDiopter adjustment –3–+1 m–1Focusing screen Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII screen with AF area brackets (framing grid can be displayed)Ref

328nExposure meter couplingCombined CPU and AIMode Auto (i auto; j auto (flash off)); scene (k portrait; l landscape; p child; m sports; n close up; o

329nFlash control TTL: i-TTL flash control using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor is available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, S

330n• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at the temperature specified by the Camera and Imag

331nNikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice.

332nViewNX 2Windows Mac OSCPU • Photos: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, Core series, 1.6 GHz or better• Movies (playback): 3.0 GHz or better Pentium D; Inte

333n❚❚ Supported Standards• DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to

10X25 Image area indicator...9026 Metering...1

334nApproved Memory CardsThe following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds

335nMemory Card CapacityThe following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on an 8 GB SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I card

336n❚❚ DX (24×16) Image Area** Includes images taken with DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX crop.1 All figures are approximate. File size vari

337nBattery LifeThe number of shots that can be taken with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, temperature, and how the

338nIndexSymbolsi (Auto mode)... 35, 36j (Auto (flash off) mode) ... 35, 36h (Scene)... 40k (Po

339nClean image sensor...301Clock...27, 253Clock battery ...

340nIndex print ...199In-focus indicator ... 38, 102, 103Information ... 9, 179Inf

341nResize...272Restoring default settings...151, 214, 221, 312Retouch menu ...

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11X❚❚ Changing Settings in the Information DisplayTo change settings for the items listed below, press the R button in the information display. Highl

12XThe Command DialsThe main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with other controls to adjust a variety of settings.Flash modeFla

13X❚❚ Scene Mode❚❚ Image Quality and Size❚❚ AutofocusChoose a scene (h; 0 40).h mode Main command dial MonitorSet image quality (0 93).+X (T) button M

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

14X❚❚ ISO Sensitivity❚❚ ExposureSet ISO sensitivity (0 105).+W (S) button Main command dial Control panelSet auto ISO sensitivity control (0 107).+W (

15X❚❚ White BalanceSet exposure compensation (mode P, S, A, or M; 0 112).+E button Main command dial Control panelActivate or cancel bracketing/select

16X❚❚ Flash SettingsChoose a flash mode (0 144).+M (Y) button Main command dial Control panelSet flash compensation (mode P, S, A, or M; 0 148).+M (Y)

17XThe BM-14 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

18XCamera MenusMost shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button.Ta bsChoose fro

19XUsing Camera MenusThe multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus.Follow the steps below to navigate the menus.1 Display the

20X5 Highlight a menu item.Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item.6 Display options.Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item.7 Highlight a

21XFirst StepsCharge the BatteryThe camera is powered by an EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the batt

22XA The AC Wall AdapterDepending on the country or region of purchase, an AC wall adapter may also be supplied with the charger. To use the adapter,

23XInsert the BatteryBefore inserting the battery, rotate the power switch to OFF.1 Open the battery-chamber cover.Unlatch (q) and open (w) the batter

iiiRetouching Photographs0How do I create retouched copies of photos? 261–279How do I remove “red-eye”? 264How do I make JPEG copies of RAW (NEF) phot

24XD The Battery and ChargerRead and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xviii–xix and 306–308 of this manual. Do not use the battery at ambient

25XAttach 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

26X3 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

27XBasic SetupA language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date. Photo

28XA Setting the ClockLanguage and date/time settings can be changed at any time using the Language (0 253) and Time zone and date (0 253) options in

29XInsert a Memory CardThe camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately; 0 334). The camera has two memory card sl

30XA No Memory CardIf the camera is turned off with a charged EN-EL15 battery and no memory card inserted, S will be displayed in the control panel an

31XFormat 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

32XA The Write Protect SwitchSD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of data. When this switch is in the “

33XAdjust Viewfinder FocusThe camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. Check that the display in th

ivD PLAYBACK MENU (0 207) C SHOOTING MENU (0 214)Menu OptionsDelete SelectedSelect dateAllPlayback folder ND610 (default)AllCurrentHide image Select/s

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35ssBasic Photography and PlaybackThis section describes how to take photographs in i (auto) mode, an automatic “point-and-shoot” mode in which the ma

36s3 Check the number of exposures remaining.The control panel and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (va

37sStep 3: Frame the Photograph1 Ready the camera.When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the came

38sStep 4: Focus1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. The active focus point will be displayed

39sA The Shutter-Release ButtonThe camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfwa

40sCreative Photography (Scene Modes)The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the s

41s❚❚ Scene Modesk PortraitUse for portraits with soft, natural-looking skin tones. If the subject is far from the background or a telephoto lens is u

42sn Close UpUse for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close ranges). Use of a tr

43st Beach/SnowCapture the brightness of sunlight expanses of water, snow, or sand. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.u SunsetPres

vA CUSTOM SETTING MENU (0 219)Set Picture ControlStandard (default)NeutralVividMonochromePortraitLandscapeManage Picture ControlSave/editRename1Delete

44sx CandlelightFor photographs taken by candlelight. The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when lighting is po

45s1 SilhouetteSilhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when light

46sBasic Playback1 Press the K button.A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. The memory card containing the picture currently displayed is sho

47sDeleting Unwanted PhotographsTo delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O (Q) button. Note that photographs can not be

48s

49xxLive View PhotographyFollow the steps below to take photographs in live view.1 Rotate the live view selector to C (live view photography).2 Press

50x5 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

51xFocusing 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

52x❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area ModeThe following AF-area modes can be selected in live view:To choose an AF-area mode, press the AF-mode button and rotate

53xThe Live View Display: Live View PhotographyItem Description 0q Time remainingThe amount of time remaining before live view ends automatically. Dis

vib Metering/exposureb1 ISO sensitivity step value1/3 step (default)1/2 stepb2 EV steps for exposure cntrl1/3 step (default)1/2 stepb3 Easy exposure c

54xD The Live View DisplayAlthough they will not appear in the final picture, jagged edges, color fringing, moire, and bright spots may appear in the

55xThe Information Display: Live View PhotographyTo hide or display indicators in the monitor during live view photography, press the R button.Manual

56xA Non-CPU LensesWhen using non-CPU lenses, be sure to enter the focal length and maximum aperture using the Non-CPU lens data option in the setup m

57yyMovie 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

58y5 Focus.Frame the opening shot and focus as described in Steps 3 and 4 on pages 49 (for more information on focusing in movie live view, see page 5

59y7 End recording.Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, or the m

60yIndicesIf Index marking is selected for Custom Setting g1 (Assign Fn button, 0 247), g2 (Assign preview button, 0 248), or g3 (Assign AE-L/AF-L but

61yThe Live View Display: Movie Live ViewItem Description 0q“No movie” icon Indicates that movies can not be recorded. —wHeadphone volume Volume of au

62y❚❚ Adjusting Settings in the Live View DisplayMicrophone sensitivity, headphone volume, and monitor brightness can be adjusted as described below.

63yImage AreaRegardless of the option selected for Image area in the shooting menu (0 89), all movies and photographs recorded in movie live view (0 5

viie Bracketing/flashe1 Flash sync speed1/250 s (Auto FP)1/200 s (Auto FP)1/200 s (default)1/160 s1/125 s1/100 s1/80 s1/60 se2 Flash shutter speed1/60

64yA HDMIIf the camera is connected to an HDMI device (0 204), the view through the lens will appear both in the camera monitor and on the HDMI device

65yMovie SettingsUse the Movie settings option in the shooting menu to adjust the following settings.• Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality: Choose fr

66y1 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

67yViewing MoviesMovies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 177). Press J to start playback.The following operations can be performed:

68yA The p IconMovies with indices (0 60) are indicated by a p icon in full-frame playback.A The 2 Icon2 is displayed in full-frame and movie playback

69yEditing MoviesTrim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills.Trimming MoviesTo create trimmed copies of movi

70y4 Select Choose start/end point.Highlight Choose start/end point and press J. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; choose whether the curre

71yA Trimming MoviesMovies must be at least two seconds long. If a copy can not be created at the current playback position, the current position will

72ySaving 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

73##P, S, A, and M ModesP, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture.A Lens TypesWhen using a CPU lens equi