Nikon D7100 Manuel d'utilisateur

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viiib 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

72NAutofocus 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

73NAF-Area ModeChoose how the focus point for autofocus is selected.• Single-point AF: Select the focus point as described on page 75; the camera will

74NAF-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 viewfin

75NFocus Point SelectionThe camera offers a choice of 51 focus points that can be used to compose photographs with the main subject positioned almost

76NFocus LockFocus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus poi

77NA Locking Focus with the AF-ON ButtonIf desired, the autofocus can be assigned to a separate button in the Custom Settings menu, in which case focu

78NManual FocusManual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the de

79SSISO SensitivityThe higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. Cho

80SA Viewing ISO Sensitivity in the Information DisplayISO sensitivity is shown in the information display. When Auto is selected, ISO AUTO and the se

81SAuto ISO Sensitivity ControlIf On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity

ixe Bracketing/flashe1 Flash sync speed1/320 s (Auto FP)1/250 s (Auto FP)1/250 s (default)1/200 s1/160 s1/125 s1/100 s1/80 s1/60 se2 Flash shutter spe

82SWhen On is selected, the viewfinder and control panel show ISO-AUTO. When sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user, these indicat

83ZVExposureChoose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatically).To choo

84VAutoexposure LockUse autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using center-weighted metering and spot metering to meter exposure. Note that

85VA Metered AreaIn spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 3.5-mm (0.14 in.) circle centered on the selected focus point. In

86VExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It

87VA Mode MIn mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change.A Using a FlashWhen a flash

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89rrWhite 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

90rA The Shooting MenuWhite balance can also be adjusted using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 224), which also can be used to fine-t

91rFine-Tuning White BalanceWhite balance can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a delibera

xB SETUP MENU (0 261)g3 Assign AE-L/AF-L buttonView photo shooting infoAE/AF lock (default)AE lock onlyAE lock (Hold)AF lock onlyAF-ONNoneg4 Assign sh

92r3 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 th

93rA 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”

94rChoosing a Color TemperatureWhen K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance, color temperature can be selected by pressing the L (U) butt

95rPreset ManualPreset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light

96r3 Select a preset.Press the L (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed in the co

97r6 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 the

98r❚❚ Measuring White Balance During Live View (Spot White Balance)In live view, white balance can be measured in a selected area of the frame, elimin

99r5 Position the target over a white or grey area.While D flashes in the display, use the multi selector to position the r over a white or grey area

100r❚❚ Copying White Balance from a PhotographFollow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a selected prese

101rA 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

xiN RETOUCH MENU (0 273) O MY MENU (0 291)D-Lighting –Red-eye correction–Trim –Monochrome Black-and-whiteSepiaCyanotypeFilter effects SkylightWarm fil

102r❚❚ 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

103r❚❚ 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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105JJImage EnhancementNikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brig

106JA Custom Picture ControlsCustom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control o

107JModifying Picture ControlsExisting preset or custom Picture Controls (0 110) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choo

108J❚❚ Picture Control SettingsOption DescriptionQuick adjustChoose from options between –2 and +2 to reduce or exaggerate the effect of the selected

109JA The Picture Control GridPressing the W (S) button in Step 2 on page 107 displays a Picture Control grid showing the contrast and saturation for

110JCreating Custom Picture ControlsThe Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls.1 Select Manage

111J6 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

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112JSharing Custom Picture ControlsCustom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX 2 or optional software such

113JPreserving Detail in Highlights and ShadowsActive D-LightingActive D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs wi

114JTo 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

115JHigh Dynamic Range (HDR)Used with high-contrast subjects, High Dynamic Range (HDR) preserves details in highlights and shadows by combining two sh

116J3 Choose the HDR strength.To choose the difference in exposure between the two shots (HDR strength), highlight HDR strength and press 2.Highlight

117JD Framing HDR PhotographsThe edges of the image will be cropped out. The desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during

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119llFlash 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 a

120lFlash 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

121lA Default Flash ModesDefault flash modes are shown below.Mode Default Mode Defaulti, k, p, n, w, g Auto o Auto+slow syncs Auto+red-eye reduction 0

xiiiBasic Photography and Playback 35Battery Level and Card Capacity ...

122lA Shutter Speeds Available with the Built-in FlashThe following shutter speeds are available with the built-in flash.Mode Shutter speed Mode Shutt

123lA Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture.Aperture at ISO equivalent of Approxi

124lFlash 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

125lFV LockThis feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash o

126l5 Recompose the photograph.6 Take the photograph.Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictur

127&&Remote Control PhotographyThe optional ML-L3 remote control (0 309) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits.1 Select Rem

128&4 Take the photograph.From a distance of 5 m (16 ft) or less, aim the transmitter on the ML-L3 at either of the infrared receivers on the came

129&A Exiting Remote Control ModeRemote control is cancelled automatically if no photograph is taken before the time selected for Custom Setting c

130&Wireless Remote ControllersWhen the camera is used with optional WR-1 (0 309) and WR-R10/WR-T10 (0 309) wireless remote controllers, the shutt

131ttOther Shooting OptionsThe camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the W (S) and E buttons down together for mor

xivImage Recording Options 63Image Area...

132tAutofocus (live view/movie)Autofocus mode AF-S 155AF-area modem, r, w, %, g, u, 1, 2, 3, P, S, A, M Wide-area AF156n, 0 Normal-area AFi, j, k, l,

133tBracketingBracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” t

134t3 Select a bracketing increment.Pressing the D button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose a bracketing increment.The bracketing programs wit

135t4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected.

136tA Exposure and Flash BracketingIn continuous low speed and continuous high speed release modes, shooting will pause after the number of shots spec

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

138t3 Select a white balance increment.Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose from increments of 1 (5 mired; 0 93), 2 (10 mired)

139t❚❚ ADL BracketingThe camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 113.1 Select

140t3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bra

141tMultiple ExposureFollow the steps below to record a series of two or three exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures produce colors not

xvFlash Photography 119Using the Built-in Flash...

142t2 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,

143t4 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

144t❚❚ Interrupting Multiple ExposuresTo interrupt a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, select Off for multip

145tInterval Timer PhotographyThe camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals.1 Select Interval timer shooting in the sho

146t4 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

147tA Interval Timer PhotographyInterval timer photography can not be combined with remote control photography using the optional ML-L3 remote control

148t❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer PhotographyInterval timer photography can be paused by:• Pressing the J button between intervals• Highlighting Start >

149tNon-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

150tThe 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

151tTo 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 as the

xviSpecial Effects 177Shooting with Special Effects... 177% Ni

152tUsing a GPS UnitAn optional GP-1 GPS unit can be connected to the camera’s accessory terminal (0 310) using the cable supplied with the GPS unit,

153xxLive View PhotographyFollow the steps below to take photographs in live view.1 Rotate the live view selector to C (live view photography).2 Press

154x5 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

155xFocusing in Live ViewTo focus using autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF and follow the steps below to choose autofocus and AF-area mod

156x❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area ModeIn modes other than i, the following AF-area modes can be selected in live view (note that subject-tracking AF is not a

157xUsing the P ButtonThe options listed below can be accessed by pressing the P button during live view photography. Highlight items using the multi

158xThe Live View Display: Live View PhotographyNote: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.Item Description 0qTime remainin

159xThe Information Display: Live View PhotographyTo hide or display indicators in the monitor during live view photography, press the R button.Manual

160xA 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

161yyMovie 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

xviiMenu Guide 217D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ... 217Playback Folder.

162y5 Focus.Frame the opening shot and focus as described in Steps 3 and 4 on pages 153 (for more information on focusing in movie live view, see page

163y7 End recording.Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, or the

164yUsing the P ButtonThe options listed below can be accessed by pressing the P button before recording begins in movie live view (pressing the P but

165yThe Live View Display: Movie Live ViewItem Description 0q“No movie” icon Indicates that movies can not be recorded. —wHeadphone volume Volume of a

166yThe Information Display: Movie Live ViewTo hide or display indicators in the monitor during movie live view, press the R button.Information on Inf

167yImage AreaRegardless of the option selected for Image area in the shooting menu (0 63), all movies and photographs recorded in movie live view (0

168yA HDMIIf the camera is connected to an HDMI device (0 215), the view through the lens will appear both in the camera monitor and on the HDMI devic

169yMovie SettingsUse the Movie settings option in the shooting menu to adjust the following settings.• Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality: Choose f

170y1 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.

171yViewing MoviesMovies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 185). Press J to start playback.The following operations can be performed

Package ContentsConfirm that the package contains the following items:D7100 cameraPurchasers of the lens kit option should confirm that the package al

xviiid: Shooting/Display ...238d1: Beep...

172yA The 2 Icon2 is displayed in full-frame and movie playback if the movie was recorded without sound.

173yEditing MoviesTrim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills.Trimming MoviesTo create trimmed copies of mov

174y4 Select Choose start/end point.Highlight Choose start/end point and press J. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; choose whether the curr

175yA Trimming MoviesMovies must be at least two seconds long. If a copy can not be created at the current playback position, the current position wil

176ySaving 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 p

177%%Special EffectsSpecial effects can be used when recording images.To view the currently selected special effect mode, rotate the mode dial to q an

178%% Night VisionUse under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities (with some noise in the form of randomly-spac

179%u Selective ColorAll colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be chosen during live view (0 182). The

180%Options Available in Live View❚❚ g Color Sketch1 Press the a button.The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in t

181%❚❚ i Miniature Effect1 Press the a button.The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor.2 Positi

xixB The Setup Menu: Camera Setup ... 261Format Memory Card...

182%❚❚ u Selective Color1 Press the a button.The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor.2 Display

183%6 Return to the live view display.Press J to return to live view. During shooting, only objects of the selected hues will be recorded in color; al

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185IIMore on PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor.Full-Frame PlaybackA Ro

186ITo Use DescriptionView additional photographsPress 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs in reverse order.View photo info

187IPhoto InformationPhoto information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as

188I❚❚ Highlights❚❚ RGB Histogram100-1RGBHighlightsSelect R, G, B1Image highlights*2Folder number—frame number ... 2253Current channel** F

189IA 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

190I❚❚ Shooting Data1Metering...83Shutter speed ...

191I1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on.2 Displayed if Custom Setting b5 (Fine-tune optimal exposure, 0 236) ha

xxTechnical Notes 295Compatible Lenses...2

192I❚❚ Overview Data* Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on.–1. 3 +1. 0 SLOW0, 0

193IThumbnail PlaybackTo display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images, press the W (S) button.Full-frame playbackThumbnail playback

194ICalendar PlaybackTo view images taken on a selected date, press the W (S ) button when 72 images are displayed.The operations can be performed dep

195ITaking 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

196IProtecting Photographs from DeletionIn full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the L (U) button can be used to protect photographs fro

197IDeleting PhotographsTo delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O (Q) button. To del

198IThe Playback MenuThe Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may

199I4 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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201QQConnectionsInstall the supplied software to display and edit photographs and movies that have been copied to your computer. Before installing Vie

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

202Q4 Exit the installer. The following software is installed:5 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive.Windows Mac OSClick Yes Click OK• ViewNX

203QUsing ViewNX 2Copy Pictures to the ComputerBefore proceeding, be sure you have installed the software on the supplied ViewNX 2 CD (0 201).1 Choose

204Q3 Click Start Transfer.At default settings, all the pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer.4 Terminate the connection.If the c

205QA For More InformationConsult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2.A Connecting CablesBe sure the camera is off when connecting or d

206QEthernet and Wireless NetworksThe optional UT-1 communication unit (0 310) requires Wireless Transmitter Utility version 1.4.0 or later (the Wirel

207QD Image UploadWhen the UT-1 is connected, the P button functions during playback to select pictures for upload in ftp and image transfer modes. Ot

208QPrinting PhotographsSelected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 346) connected directly to the camera.Connecting the PrinterCon

209QPrinting 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

210QPrinting Multiple Pictures1 Display the PictBridge menu.Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display (see Step 3 on page 208).2 Choose an

211Q3 Select pictures or choose a date.If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, press 4 or 2 to scroll through the pictures on the memory

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

212Q4 Display printing options.Press J to display PictBridge printing options.5 Adjust printing options.Choose page size, border, and time stamp optio

213QCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-com

214Q4 Select imprint options.Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order witho

215QViewing Photographs on TVThe camera can be connected to high-defintion video devices using a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (av

216Q❚❚ HDMI OptionsThe HDMI option in the setup menu (0 261) controls output resolution and can be used to enable the camera for remote control from d

217MUMenu GuideTo display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab.The playback menu contains the following options:Choose a fo

218UHide 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

219UChoose the information available in the playback photo information display (0 187). Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option, then press 2 to select th

220U3 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

221U8 Select a destination folder.To enter a folder number, choose Select folder by number, enter the number (0 225), and press J. If the folder with

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

222UChoose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed

223UCreate a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 217). Hidden images (0 218) are not displayed.To start the slide show, highl

224UC The Shooting Menu: Shooting OptionsTo display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.The shooting menu contains the fol

225USelect the folder in which subsequent images will be stored.❚❚ Selecting Folders by Folder Number1 Choose Select folder by number.Highlight Select

226U❚❚ 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

227UThe color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. Choose sRGB for photographs that will be printed or used “as is,”

228UIf On is selected, photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s will be processed to reduce noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pix

229UA Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsTo display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab.G buttonCus

230UThe following Custom Settings are available:Note: Depending on camera settings, some items may be grayed out and unavailable. For information on t

231USelect Ye s to restore Custom Settings to their default values (0 325).When AF-C is selected for viewfinder photography (0 71), this option contr

xxivNotices 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

232UThis option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject when AF-C is selected or continuous-servo autofo

233UChoose the number of focus points available for manual focus-point selection.Choose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist th

234USelect the increments used when making adjustments to ISO sensitivity. If possible, the current ISO sensitivity setting is maintained when the ste

235UThis option controls whether the E button is needed to set exposure compensation (0 86). If On (Auto reset) or On is selected, the 0 at the center

236UWhen calculating exposure, center-weighted metering assigns the greatest weight to a circle in the center of the frame. The diameter (φ) of this c

237UChoose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed. The shutter-speed and aperture displays in the control pa

238UChoose how long the monitor remains on when no operations are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image revie

239UChoose On to display on-demand grid lines in the viewfinder (0 9) for reference when composing photographs using the DX-format image area (0 63).I

240UThe 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

241UIf Auto (v) is selected, the color of the lettering in the information display (0 10) will automatically change from black to white or white to bl

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

242UTo ensure that the camera functions as expected when the optional MB-D15 battery pack is used with AA batteries, match the option selected in this

243UChoose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-D15 battery pack is attached. Not

244UThis option controls flash sync speed.e: Bracketing/Flashe1: Flash Sync SpeedG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption Description1/320 s (Auto FP)A

245U❚❚ Auto FP High-Speed SyncWhen 1/320 s (Auto FP) or 1/250 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 244), the built-in fl

246UChoose 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-

247U❚❚ 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

248UFollow 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

249U6 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

250UChoose how the camera adjusts flash level when exposure compensation is used. A The Flash Sync Mode DisplayM does not appear in the control panel

251UIf On is selected when the camera is being used with the built-in flash or an optional CLS-compatible flash unit (0 305), a modeling flash will be

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

252UThis option determines the role assigned to the J button during viewfinder photography, playback, and live view (regardless of the option selected

253UChoose the role played by the Fn button, either by itself (Press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Press + command dials).❚❚ Pr

254U9Viewfinder grid displayIf DX (24×16) is selected for Image area (0 63), the Fn button can be used to display or hide the framing grid in the view

255U❚❚ Press + Command DialsSelecting Press + command dials displays the following options:Choose the role played by the depth-of-field preview button

256UChoose the role played by the A AE-L/AF-L button, either by itself (Press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Press + command dia

257UThis option controls the operation of the main and sub-command dials.• Reverse rotation: Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dials wh

258UIf Ye s is selected, adjustments that are normally made by rotating the command dial while holding a button can instead be made by rotating the c

259UChoose the function assigned to the A AE-L/AF-L button on the optional MB-D15 battery pack.Choose the role played by the Fn button during movie li

260UChoose 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

261UB 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

1XXIntroductionThank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to rea

262UTo begin formatting, choose a memory card slot and select Ye s . Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card

263UAcquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual).Ima

264U3 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

265UChange time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off (0 28).Choose a language for camer

266UView information on the battery currently inserted in the camera.Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as met

267UAdd copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is included in the shooting data shown in the photo informat

268USelect Save settings to save the following settings to the memory card in Slot 1 (0 69; if the card is full, an error will be displayed). Use this

269UDisplay a virtual horizon based on information from the camera tilt sensor. If the camera is tilted neither left nor right, the roll reference lin

270UFine-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

271UChoose whether the camera will establish wireless connections with smart devices when an optional WU-1a wireless mobile adapter (0 310) is attache

iWhere to Find ItFind what you’re looking for from:The Table of Contents ... 0 xii The Index... 0 352The Q&

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

272UThis option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enabl

273UN 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

274UCreating 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

275UA Creating Retouched Copies During PlaybackRetouched copies can also be created during playback.22Display picture full frame and press P.Highlight

276UD-lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs.Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effec

277UCreate a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped co

278UChoose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph.Filter EffectsG button

279UUse 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

280UImage overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, whi

281U4 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

3XThe Camera Body (Continued)1234567891011121318171615141 Built-in flash...1192 Mirror...

282UCreate JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs.1 Select NEF (RAW) processing.Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to displa

283U4 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

284U4 Choose pictures.Highlight Select image and press 2.The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight pictures using the multi selector and

285UCreate 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

286UCreate 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

287UCreate 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

288UCreate 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

289U5 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. Choose from

290UCompare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if P button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a copy

291UO 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

4XThe Camera Body (Continued)123456789101112131 AF-assist illuminator...233Self-timer lamp...

292U5 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

293U❚❚ 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

294URecent SettingsTo display the twenty most recently used settings, select m Recent settings for O My Menu > Choose tab.1 Select Choose tab.In My

295nnTechnical NotesRead this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message i

296n11 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

297nA The AF-S/AF-I TeleconverterThe AF-S/AF-I teleconverter can be used with the following AF-S and AF-I lenses:• AF-S NIKKOR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED VR I

298nA 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

299nA The Built-in FlashThe built-in flash can be used with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 16–300 mm, although in some cases the flash may be unable

300nWhen 1.3× (18×12) is selected for Image area, the flash may be unable to light the entire subject with the following lenses at ranges less than th

301nD AF-Assist IlluminationAF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses:• AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED• AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G

5XThe Camera Body (Continued)12345678910111213141516171819202122231 Viewfinder eyepiece... 332 Rubber eyecu

302nA Calculating Angle of ViewThe size of the area exposed by a 35mm camera is 36 × 24 mm. The size of the area exposed by the D7100 when DX (24×16)

303nOptional Flash Units (Speedlights)The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. Op

304nThe Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compa

305nThe following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units:1 Not available with spot metering.2 Can also be selected with flash unit.3 A

306n❚❚ 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

307nD Notes on Optional Flash UnitsRefer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on C

308nOther AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D7100.Power sources• Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15

309nSoftware• Capture NX 2: A complete photo editing package with such advanced editing features as selection control points and an auto retouch brush

310nLAN adapters (0 206)• Communication Unit UT-1 (0 206): When connected to the camera using the USB cable supplied with the camera, the UT-1 can be

311nAttaching a Power Connector and AC AdapterTurn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter.1 Ready the camera.Open

6XThe Mode DialThe camera offers the modes listed below. To choose a mode, press the mode dial lock release and rotate the mode dial.Special Effects M

312nCaring for the CameraStorageWhen the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store the battery in a cool, dry area

313nImage Sensor CleaningIf you suspect that dirt or dust on the image sensor is appearing in photographs, you can clean the sensor using the Clean im

314n❚❚ “Clean at Startup/Shutdown”Choose from the following options:1 Select Clean at startup/shutdown.Display the Clean image sensor menu as describe

315n❚❚ Manual CleaningIf foreign matter can not be removed from the image sensor using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (0 313), the se

316n5 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 i

317nA Use a Reliable Power SourceThe shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers off while the mirror is raised, the curtain

318nCaring for the Camera and Battery: CautionsDo not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration.Keep dry: This prod

319nStorage: 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

320n• 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

321nAvailable SettingsThe following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode.i j PS, A, Mk, p, n, o, sl, m, r, t, u, v wx, y, z, 0 %

7XThe 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 57)

322nCustom Settings6a1: AF-C priority selection zzz z z z z z zzz za2: AF-S priority selection zzz z z z z z zzz za3: Focus tracking with lock-onzzz z

323nCustom Settings6e1: Flash sync speed zzz z z z z z zzz ze2: Flash shutter speed — — zz — ———————e3: Flash cntrl for built-in flash/Optional flash—

324nDefaultsThe default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button resets, see page 131.❚❚ Playback

325n❚❚ Custom Settings Menu Defaults** Default settings restored with Reset custom settings (0 231).Option Default 0a1 AF-C priority selection Release

326n❚❚ Setup Menu DefaultsOption Default 0Save user settingsSave to U1Shooting mode defaults to P55Save to U2Monitor brightness 0 262Clean image senso

327nExposure 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

328nTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-autho

329nPhotos are out of focus:• Rotate focus-mode selector to AF (0 71).• Camera unable to focus using autofocus: use manual focus or focus lock (0 76,

330nShooting (P, S, A, M)PlaybackFlicker or banding appears during live view or movie recording: Choose an option for Flicker reduction that matches t

331nMiscellaneous“Tall” (portrait) orientation photos are displayed in “wide” (landscape) orientation:• Select On for Rotate tall (0 222).• Photo was

8XThe Control PanelNote: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.1 Color temperature indicator ...

332nError MessagesThis section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor.IndicatorProblem Solu

333n(Exposure indicators and shutter speed or aperture display flash)Subject too bright; photo will be overexposed.• Use a lower ISO sensitivity 79• I

334nIndicatorProblem Solution 0MonitorControl panelNo memory card. SCamera cannot detect memory card.Turn camera off and confirm that card is correctl

335nFolder contains no images.—No images on memory card or in folder(s) selected for playback.Select folder containing images from Playback folder men

336nSpecifications❚❚ Nikon D7100 Digital CameraTypeType Single-lens reflex digital cameraLens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)Ef

337nViewfinderViewfinder Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinderFrame coverage Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% verticalMagnification Appro

338nMetering method • Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering av

339nFocus lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing A AE-L/AF-L buttonFlashBuilt-in flash i

340n* Available only when 1.3× (18×12) is selected for Image area. Sensor output is about 60 or 50 fps.Frame size (pixels) and frame rate• 1920 × 1080

341n• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at the temperature specified by the Camera and Imag

9XThe Viewfinder12345 678911 12 13 14 1516 17 18 192120222324252627101 Monochrome indicator (displayed in % mode or when the Monochrome Picture Contro

342n❚❚ AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR lensNikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in th

343nThe AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VRThe AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR is for use exclusively with Nikon DX format digital camer

344nA Using the Built-in FlashWhen using the built-in flash, be sure the subject is at a range of at least 0.6 m (2 ft) and remove lens hoods to preve

345nA Supplied Accessories• 67 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-67• Rear Lens Cap• Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1018• Bayonet Hood HB-32 (attaches as shown at r

346n❚❚ 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

347nApproved Memory CardsThe following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds

348nMemory 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

349nA d6—Max. Continuous Release (0 240)The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst can be set to any amount between 1 and 1

350nBattery LifeThe movie footage or number of shots that can be recorded with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, tempe

351nThe following can reduce battery life:• Using the monitor• Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway• Repeated autofocus operations• Taki

10XThe Information DisplayPress the R button to display shutter speed, aperture, the number of exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other shooting i

352nIndexSymbolsi (Auto mode)... 36j (Auto (flash off) mode) ... 36h (Scene)... 4

353nClean image sensor...313Clock...28, 265Clock battery ...

354nISO sensitivity ... 79, 81ISO sensitivity settings ... 81ISO sensitivity step value...234i-TTL...

355nSS (small)...68, 167Save selected frame...173, 176Save user settings...55Save/lo

No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without writ

11X25 Auto distortion control...22726 “Clock not set” indicator ... 29, 26527 Interval t

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

12X❚❚ Changing Settings in the Information DisplayTo change settings for the items listed below, press the P button. Highlight items using the multi s

13XThe Command DialsThe main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with other controls to adjust a variety of settings.Flash modeFla

14X❚❚ Scene and Special Effect Modes❚❚ Image Quality and Size❚❚ AutofocusChoose a scene (h; 0 41).h mode Main command dial MonitorChoose a special eff

15X❚❚ ISO Sensitivity❚❚ ExposureSet ISO sensitivity (0 79).+W (S) button Main command dial Control panelSet auto ISO sensitivity control (0 82).+W (S)

16X❚❚ White BalanceSet exposure compensation (mode P, S, A, M, or % ; 0 86).+E button Main command dial Control panelActivate or cancel bracketing/sel

17X❚❚ Flash SettingsChoose a flash mode (0 120).+M (Y) button Main command dial Control panelSet flash compensation (mode P, S, A, or M; 0 124).+M (Y)

18XThe P buttonUse the P button for quick access to a variety of functions during viewfinder and live view photography, movie recording, and playback.

19XCamera MenusMost shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button.Ta bsChoose fro

20XUsing 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

21X5 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

iiiRetouching Photographs0How do I create retouched copies of photos? 273–290How do I remove “red-eye”? 276How do I make JPEG copies of RAW (NEF) phot

22XFirst StepsCharge the BatteryThe camera is powered by an EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the batt

23XA 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,

24XInsert the BatteryBefore inserting the battery, rotate the power switch to OFF.1 Open the battery-chamber cover.Unlatch (q) and open (w) the batter

25XD The Battery and ChargerRead and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xxi–xxii and 318–320 of this manual. Do not use the battery at ambient

26XAttach a LensThe lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR.Care should be taken t

27X3 Attach the lens.If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M mode switch, select A (autofocus) or M/A (autofocus with manual override).A Detachin

28XBasic 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

29XA The Clock BatteryThe camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is

30XInsert a Memory CardThe camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately; 0 347). To install a memory card, turn th

31XD Memory Cards• Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.• Turn the power off before inser

ivFollow these steps for a quick start with the D7100.1 Attach the camera strap.Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets.2 Charge (0 22) and in

32XFormat 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

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

34X

35ssBasic Photography and PlaybackBefore shooting, check the battery level and number of exposures remaining.1 Turn the camera on.Remove the lens cap

36s“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes)This section describes how to take photographs in i and j modes, an automatic “point-and-shoot” mode i

37s3 Frame the photograph.Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in the AF area brackets.4 Press the shutter-release button halfwa

38sA The Shutter-Release ButtonThe camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfwa

39sBasic Playback1 Press the K button.A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. The memory card containing the picture currently displayed is sho

40sDeleting Unwanted PhotographsTo delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O (Q) button. Note that photographs can not be

41sCreative Photography (Scene Modes)The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the s

v4 Insert a memory card (0 30).5 Turn the camera on.6 Frame the photograph (0 37).7 Focus and shoot (0 37).8 View the photograph (0 39).A See AlsoFor

42sp Child m SportsUse for snapshots of children. Clothing and background details are vividly rendered, while skin tones remain soft and natural.Fast

43sr Night Landscape s Party/IndoorReduce noise and unnatural colors when photographing night landscapes, including street lighting and neon signs. Th

44sv Dusk/Dawn w Pet PortraitPreserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before dawn or after sunset. The built-in flash and AF-assist illumin

45sz Autumn Colors 0 FoodCaptures the brilliant reds and yellows in autumn leaves. The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended to pre

46s

47##P, S, A, and M ModesP, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture.Mode DescriptionPProgrammed auto (0 48

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

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

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

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

viD PLAYBACK MENU (0 217) C SHOOTING MENU (0 224)Menu OptionsDelete SelectedSelect dateAllPlayback folder D7100 (default)AllCurrentHide image Select/s

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

53#3 Choose a shutter speed.While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb (A) or Time (%).4 Open th

54#

55$$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

56$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

57kkRelease ModeTo choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting.Choosing a Re

58kFrame Advance RateThe frame rate for continuous shooting (low and high speed) varies with the option chosen for image area (0 63) and, when an NEF

59kSelf-Timer ModeThe self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. Before shooting, mount the camera on a tripod or place the

60kA Cover the ViewfinderWhen taking photos without your eye to the viewfinder, remove the DK-23 rubber eyecup (q) and insert the supplied DK-5 eyepie

61kMirror 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

viiA CUSTOM SETTING MENU (0 229)Set Picture ControlStandard (default)NeutralVividMonochromePortraitLandscapeManage Picture ControlSave/editRename1Dele

62k

63ddImage Recording OptionsChoose an image area from DX (24×16) and 1.3× (18×12).Image AreaOption Descriptiona DX (24×16) Pictures are recorded using

64dImage area can be set using the Image area option in the shooting menu or by pressing a control and rotating a command dial (0 65).❚❚ The Image Are

65d❚❚ Camera Controls1 Assign image area selection to a camera control.Select Choose image area as the “press + command dials” option for a camera con

66dImage Quality and SizeTogether, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quality

67dThe following options can be accessed from the shooting menu. Press the G button to display the menus, highlight the desired option and press 2.❚❚

68dImage SizeImage size is measured in pixels. Choose from # Large, $ Medium, or % Small (note that image size varies depending on the option selected

69dUsing 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

70d

71NNFocusThis section describes the focus options available when photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Focus can be adjusted automatically (see be