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viii Take Test ShotsBefore taking pictures on important occasions (for example, at weddings or be fore tak ing the cam era with you on a trip), take a

90Reference—Interval Timer Photography4 Highlight Start at the bottom of the interval timer menu and press the multi selector up or down to select O

91Reference—Interval Timer PhotographyDuring interval timer photography, the icon in the control panel will blink. Immediately before the next shoo

92Reference—Interval Timer PhotographyTo interrupt interval timer photography, highlight Start at the bottom of the interval timer menu and press the

93Reference—Non-CPU LensesNon-CPU LensesBy specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user can gain access to a variety of CPU

94Reference—Non-CPU Lenses2 Highlight Focal Length and press the multi se-lector to the right.3 Select the group to which the lens belongs from 6 -

95Reference—Non-CPU LensesSpecifying Maximum ApertureLens maximum aperture can be specifi ed using the Non-CPU Lens Data option in the shooting menu or

96Reference—Using a GPS UnitUsing a GPS UnitGarmin and Magellan GPS units that conform to version 2.01 or 3.01 of the Na-tional Marine Electronics Ass

97Reference—Two-Button ResetTwo-Button ResetThe camera settings listed below can be re stored to default values by holding the QUAL and but tons dow

98Reference—Viewing PhotographsSingle-Image PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the button. The most recent pho to graph will be dis played in

99Reference—Viewing PhotographsFile Information 1 Protect status ...104 2 Focus brackets * ...53 3 Frame number/total

1Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon D200 single-lens refl ex (SLR) digital camera with interchangeable lenses. This manual has been written to hel

100Reference—Viewing PhotographsShooting Data Page 2 * 1 Protect status ...104 2 Image optimization ...45 3 ISO sensitivity † .

101Reference—Viewing PhotographsHighlights * 1 Protect status ...

102Reference—Viewing PhotographsViewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail PlaybackTo display images in “con tact sheets” of four or nine images, press the

103Reference—Viewing PhotographsTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPress the button to zoom in on the im age dis-played in single-image playback or

104Reference—Viewing PhotographsProtecting Photographs from DeletionIn full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, the button can be used to pro-tect

105Reference—Viewing PhotographsDeleting Individual PhotographsTo delete a photograph displayed in single-image or zoom playback, or the pho- to graph

106Reference—Viewing Photographs on TVThe supplied EG-D100 video cable can be used to connect the camera to a tele- vi sion or VCR for playback or rec

107Reference—Connecting to a ComputerThe supplied USB cable can be used to connect the camera to a computer. Once the camera is connected, the suppli

108Reference—Connecting to a ComputerConnecting the USB Cable1 Turn the computer on and wait for it to start up.3 Connect the UC-E4 USB cable as sho

109Reference—Connecting to a Computer5 If PTP is selected for USB ( 121), the camera can be turned off and the USB cable disconnected once transfer

2Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraTake a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may fi nd it helpful to book

110Reference—Printing PhotographsTake photographsPhotographs can be printed by any of the following methods:• Connect the camera to a printer and pri

111Reference—Printing PhotographsConnecting the Printer1 Set the USB option in the setup menu to PTP ( 121).2 Turn the printer on.3 Turn the camer

112Reference—Printing PhotographsPrinting Pictures One at a TimeTo print the photograph selected in the PictBridge playback display, press and releas

113Reference—Printing PhotographsOption DescriptionCroppingMenu shown at right will be displayed. Press multi selector up or down to highlight Crop

114Reference—Printing PhotographsPrinting Selected PhotographsChoosing Print Select in the PictBridge menu (see above) displays the menu shown in Step

115The Setup MenuSetupThe setup menu contains the following options. See “Using the Menus” ( 24) for more information on using the menus.OptionForma

116The Setup MenuSetupFormatMemory cards must be formatted before fi rst use. For- mat ting mem o ry cards is also an eff ec tive way of de let ing al

117The Setup MenuSetupMirror Lock-UpThis option is used to lock the mirror in the up position to allow inspection or cleaning of the low-pass fi lter t

118The Setup MenuSetupLanguageChoose the language for camera menus and messages from:De Deutsch GermanEn English EnglishEs Español SpanishFr Français

119The Setup MenuSetupAuto Image RotationPhotographs taken while On (the default option) is se-lected contain information on camera orientation, allo

3Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraAF-assist illuminator: 58[Self-timer lamp: 83][Red-eye reduction lamp: 77]Sub-command dial: 170Eyelet f

120The Setup MenuSetupCustomizing the Recent Settings MenuTo create a personalized menu of shooting and Custom Settings options:1 Select Lock Menu >

121The Setup MenuSetupUSBBefore connecting the camera to a com put er via USB ( 107), select the appropriate USB option as determined by the computer

122The Setup MenuSetup3 With the lens ten centimeters (four inches) from a bright, featureless white object, frame the object so that nothing else is

123The Setup MenuSetupBattery InfoView information on the EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion bat-tery currently inserted in the camera. Option DescriptionBat

124Setup The Shooting MenuShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu contains the following options. See “Using the Menus” ( 24) for more

125Setup The Shooting MenuShooting Menu BankAll shooting menu options are stored in one of four banks. Changes to settings in one bank have no eff ect

126Setup The Shooting Menu3 The following dialog will be displayed. Enter a name as described below.Keyboard area: Use multi selector to highlight l

127Setup The Shooting MenuMenu ResetTo restore default settings for the current shooting menu bank ( 125), highlight Ye s and press the multi selec

128Setup The Shooting MenuFoldersSelect the folder in which subsequent images will be stored.Option DescriptionNewDialog shown at right will be displa

129Setup The Shooting MenuFile NamingPhotographs are saved using fi le names consisting of “DSC_” or “_DSC” followed by a four-digit fi le number and a

4Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraThe multi selector is used for menu navigation and to control the display of photo in-formation during playbac

130Setup The Shooting MenuWhite BalanceNine options are available for white balance. See “Refer-ence: White Balance” ( 35).Image SizeImage size can

131Setup The Shooting MenuOption DescriptionOff (default)Noise reduction off ; camera functions normally.OnPhotos taken at shut ter speeds of about 8 s

132Setup The Shooting MenuMultiple ExposureCreate a single photograph from two to ten exposures. See “Reference: Image Overlay and Multiple Exposure”

133Setup The Playback MenuPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options. See “Using the Menus” ( 24) for more

134Setup The Playback MenuDeleting Selected Photographs: SelectedChoosing Selected displays the photographs in the fold er or folders selected in the

135Setup The Playback MenuPlayback FolderChoose a folder for playback.Option DescriptionND200 Images in all folders created by the D200 will be visibl

136Setup The Playback MenuThe following operations can be performed during a slide show:To Use DescriptionGo forward or back one framePress multi sele

137Setup The Playback MenuHide ImageThe Hide Image option is used to hide or reveal selected photographs. Hidden images are visible only in the Hide

138Setup The Playback MenuRevealing All Photographs: Deselect AllChoosing Deselect All? displays the confi rmation dialog shown at right. Press the mu

139Setup The Playback MenuPrint Set P rint Set is used to create a digital “print order” that lists the photographs to be printed, the number of copi

5Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraControl Panel 1 Color temperature indicator ...38 2 Shutter speed ...

140Setup The Playback MenuModifying the Print Order: Select / SetChoosing Select / S et displays the photographs in the fold er or folders selected i

141Setup The Playback MenuDisplay ModeTo choose the information listed in the photo-information display ( 99), highlight the desired option and press

142Setup The Playback MenuAfter DeleteChoose whether the following or previous picture is dis-played after an image is deleted.Option DescriptionShow

143Setup Custom SettingsCustom settings are used to fi ne-tune a variety of camera settings to suit the user’s pref er enc es, creating combinations of

144Custom SettingsSetupThe following Custom Settings are available:Custom SettingC Bank Select Custom Setting Bank 146R Menu Reset Reset Custom Settin

145Setup Custom SettingsCustom Settinge Bracketing/Flash e1 Flash Sync Speed Flash Sync Speed Setting 160 e2 Flash Shutter Speed Slowest Speed When

146Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting C: Custom Setting BankCustom Settings are stored in one of four banks. Changes to settings in one bank have no

147Setup Custom SettingsCustom Setting R: Reset Custom Setting MenuTo restore default settings for the current Custom Settings bank ( 146), highlight

148Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting a1: AF-C Mode Priority SelectionThis option controls whether photographs can be taken whenever the shutter-relea

149Setup Custom SettingsCustom Setting a4: Pattern Selection in Group Dynamic AFThis option controls how focus areas are grouped in group dynamic-AF (

6Introduction—Getting to Know the CameraThe Viewfi nder DisplayWhen the battery is totally exhausted, the dis-play in the viewfi nder will dim. The vie

150Custom SettingsSetupFocus areas are grouped as follows (illustrations show the control panel display):Pattern 1 Pattern 2 *Center AreaTopLeft Cente

151Setup Custom SettingsCustom Setting a6: AF ActivationThis option controls whether both the shutter-release but-ton and the AF-ON button can be used

152Custom SettingsSetupOption DescriptionAF-ON+Focus Area(default)AF-ON button on battery pack performs same function as camera AF-ON button. Focus a

153Setup Custom SettingsOption DescriptionOff (default)ISO sensitivity remains fi xed at value selected by user, regardless of whether optimal exposure

154Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting b2: ISO Sensitivity Step ValueChoose whether adjustments to sensitivity (ISO equivalen-cy) are made in increment

155Setup Custom SettingsCustom Setting b5: Easy Exposure CompensationThis option controls whether the button is needed to set exposure compensation

156Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting b7: Fine Tune Optimal ExposureUse this option to fi ne-tune the exposure value selected by the camera. Exposure

157Setup Custom SettingsOption DescriptionAE/AF Lock(default)Both focus and exposure lock while AE-L/AF-L button is pressed.AE Lock Only Exposure lock

158Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting d1: BeepControls the pitch of the beep that sounds when the self-timer is counting down or the camera focuses in

159Setup Custom SettingsCustom Setting d6: File Number SequenceWhen a photograph is taken, the camera names the fi le new by adding one to the last fi l

7Introduction—Getting to Know the Camera Large-Capacity Memory CardsWhen enough mem o ry re mains on the memory card to record a thou sand or more pic

160Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting d8: MB-D200 Battery TypeTo ensure that the camera functions as expected when AA batteries are used in the option

161Setup Custom SettingsCustom Setting e2: Slowest Speed When Using FlashThis option determines the slowest shutter speed pos-sible when using front-

162Custom SettingsSetupRepeating Flash: The fl ash fi res repeatedly while the shutter is open, producing a strobe-light eff ect. icons blink in the c

163Setup Custom SettingsCommander Mode: Choose this option to use the built-in fl ash as a master fl ash controlling one or more remote optional Speedl

164Custom SettingsSetupTo use optional Speedlights in commander mode, select Commander Mode for Custom Setting e3 and follow the steps below.1Highligh

165Setup Custom SettingsCompose shot and arrange optional Speedlights as shown below.10Speedlight wireless remote sensor should face camera.Camera (bu

166Custom SettingsSetupPress fl ash pop-button to raise built-in fl ash (note that built-it fl ash must be raised even if -- is selected for Built-in >

167Setup Custom SettingsCustom Setting e6: Auto Bracketing in M Exposure ModeThis option controls what settings are aff ected when AE & Flash or AE

168Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting f1: Multi-Selector Center ButtonThis option determines what operations can be performed by pressing the center o

169Setup Custom SettingsCustom Setting f2: When Multi-Selector Is Pressed;If desired, the multi selector can be used to activate the exposure meters o

8Introduction—First Steps Detaching LensesBe sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens-r

170Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting f4: Assign FUNC. ButtonThis option controls the function performed by the FUNC. button.Option DescriptionFV Lock

171Setup Custom SettingsOption DescriptionRotate DirectionControls operation of command dials on camera and optional MB-D200 battery pack when setting

172Custom SettingsSetupCustom Setting f6: Setting Method for Buttons and DialsThis option allows adjustments that are normally made by pressing the ,

173Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesOne advantage of digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of accessories available for broadening the scope of d

174Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesLensesCPU lenses (particularly type G and D lenses) are recommended for use with the D200 (note that IX Nikkor

175Technical Notes—Optional Accessoriesmanual exposure mode, preset aperture using lens aperture ring and determine exposure before shifting lens.18 E

176Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesCPU lenses can be iden ti fi ed by the presence of CPU contacts. Type G lenses are marked with a “G” on the len

177Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesOptional Flash Units (Speedlights)When used with a compatible device such as the SB-800, SB-600, and remote SB-

178Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesThe following features are available with the SB-800, SB-600, and SB-R200:SpeedlightFlash mode/featureSB-800 SB

179Technical Notes—Optional Accessories Notes on Optional SpeedlightsRefer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the Speedlight supp

9Introduction—First Steps Attaching the Camera StrapAttach the strap as shown below.To remove the cover, hold the camera fi rmly and pull the bottom of

180Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesThe D200 is equipped with an accessory shoe that allows SB-series Speedlights, including the SB-800, 600, 80DX,

181Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesOther AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D200. Contact your r

182Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesRemoteterminalaccessoriesThe D200 is equipped with a ten-pin remote terminal for remote control and automatic p

183Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following cards have been tested and approved for use in the D200:SanDiskSDCFB 128 MB,

184Technical Notes—Caring for the CameraCaring for the CameraStorageWhen the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the mon- i tor co

185Technical Notes—Caring for the Camera Use a Reliable Power SourceThe camera shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers o

186Technical Notes—Caring for the Camera5 Re move any dust and lint from the fi lter with a blow er. Do not use a blower-brush, as the bris- tles cou

187Technical Notes—Caring for the CameraCaring for the Camera and Battery: CautionsDo not dropThe product may malfunction if sub ject ed to strong sho

188Technical Notes—Caring for the CameraStorage• To prevent mold or mildew, store the cam era in a dry, well-ven ti lat ed area. If you will not be

189Technical Notes—TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consultin

About This ManualThe topics in this manual are arranged in order from easy to advanced.These chapters cover all you need to know for simple, “point-an

10Introduction—First StepsCharging and Inserting the BatteryThe supplied EN-EL3e battery is not charged at shipment. Charge the battery us-ing the su

190Technical Notes—TroubleshootingProblem SolutionCan not select focus area.• Unlock focus area selector.• Closest subject priority is in eff ect.•

191Technical Notes—TroubleshootingProblem SolutionWhite balance bracketing unavail-able.• NEF (RAW) or NEF+JPEG image quality option selected for ima

192Technical Notes—TroubleshootingCamera Error Messages and DisplaysThis section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfi nder

193Technical Notes—TroubleshootingIndicatorProblem SolutionControl panelView-fi nder(blinks)(blinks)Memory insuffi cient to record further photos at cu

194Technical Notes—TroubleshootingIndicatorProblem SolutionMonitorControl panelView-fi nderNO CARD PRESENT(blinks)Camera cannot detect memory card.Tur

195Technical Notes—AppendixAppendixThe Appendix covers the following topics:TopicExposure Program (Mode P) 195Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality/S

196Technical Notes—AppendixMemory Card Capacity and Image Quality/SizeThe following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored

197Technical Notes—AppendixBracketing ProgramsThe following bracketing programs are available when WB Bracketing is se-lected for Custom Setting e5 (A

198Technical Notes—AppendixThe programs are available when AE & Flash, AE Only or Flash Only is selected for Custom Setting e5 (Auto BKT Set) depe

199Technical Notes—Appendix1/2 Step Selected for EV StepControl panel displayNo. of shotsExposure increment Bracketing order (EVs) 3+/ +0.5, 0, +1

11Introduction—First Steps2 Insert the battery2.1 After confi rming that the camera is off , open the battery chamber cover.2.2 Insert a fully charge

200Technical Notes—AppendixFine-Tuning and Color TemperatureApproximate color-temperatures for settings other than A (auto) are given below (values ma

201Technical Notes—AppendixLenses That Can Be Used with the Built-in FlashThe built-in fl ash can be used with any CPU lens with a focal length of 18–3

202Technical Notes—AppendixSupported StandardsDCF Version 2.0: Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF) is standard widely used in the digital camera

203Technical Notes—Specifi cationsSpecifi cationsType Single-lens refl ex digital camera with interchangeable lensesCCD 23.6 × 15.8 mm; total pixels: 10.

204Technical Notes—Specifi cationsAutofocusDetection range –1 – +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20 °C/68 °F)AF-area mode Single-area AF, dynamic-area AF, group dy

205Technical Notes—Specifi cationsStorageMedia Type I and II CompactFlash memory cards; MicrodrivesFile system Compliant with Design Rule for Camera Fi

206Technical Notes—Specifi cationsExternal interface USB 2.0 Hi-speedTripod socket ¼ in. (ISO)Power source • One rechargeable Nikon EN-EL3e Li-ion bat

207Technical Notes—Specifi cationsEN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion BatteryType Rechargeable lithium-ion batteryWeight Approximately 80 g (2.8 oz), excluding

208Technical Notes—IndexIndexMenus PLAYBACK MENU, 133–142Delete, 133–134Playback Folder, 135Slide Show, 135–136Hide Image, 137–138Print Set, 139–140Di

209Technical Notes—IndexCC. See Autofocus, continuous-servoCamera Control, 107, 121CH. See Shooting modeCL. See Shooting modeClock-calendar, 117Clo

12Introduction—First StepsBasic SetupThe language option in the setup menu is automatically highlighted the fi rst time menus are displayed. Choose a

210Technical Notes—IndexNNEF, 28–29, 31Nikon Capture 4, 39, 47, 107–109, 110, 118, 121, 122, 182Noise, 34reduction, 131high sensitivities, 34, 131slow

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13Introduction—First Steps11Highlight Date. †† If daylight saving time is in eff ect in local time zone, highlight Daylight Saving Time and press multi

14Introduction—First StepsInserting Memory CardsPhotographs are stored on CompactFlash memory cards (available separately).1 Insert a memory card1.1

15Introduction—First Steps2 Turn the camera off and open the memory card slot cover.3 Press the eject button to partially eject the card (햲). The ca

16Introduction—First StepsAdjusting Viewfi nder FocusPhotographs are framed in the viewfi nder. Before shooting, make sure that the display in the view

17Tutorial—Basic Photography1.1 Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. The control panel will turn on and the display in the viewfi nder will li

18Tutorial—Basic PhotographyControl panelExposure modeImage sizeImagequalityFocus areaWhite balanceViewfi nderISO sensitivity2.1 Press the mode-dial l

19Tutorial—Basic Photography2.4 Rotate the metering selector to (matrix metering). Matrix metering uses informa-tion from all areas of the frame t

iSetupReferenceIntroductionTutorialMore on PhotographyMore on PlaybackBasic Camera Settings:The Setup MenuShooting Options:The Shooting MenuPlayback O

20Tutorial—Basic Photography The Shutter-Release ButtonThe camera has a two stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the but-ton is pres

21Tutorial—Basic Photography6 Take the photographSmoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record

22Tutorial—Basic Playback To delete the pho to graph cur rent ly dis played in the monitor, press the button. A confi rmation dialog will be

Reference23ReferenceChoose a color space Color Space: 50This section builds on the Tutorial to cover more advanced shooting and play-back options.Us

Reference—Using Camera Menus24 HelpFor help on menu options, press the button. A description of the currently selected option or menu will be displ

Reference—Using Camera Menus2521354768 Exiting the MenusPress the shutter-release button halfway to exit the menus and return to shooting mode, or pre

Reference—Choosing a Shooting Mode26Reference: More on PhotographyChoosing a Shooting ModeShooting mode determines how the camera takes pho to graphs:

Reference—Choosing a Shooting Mode27The number of im ag es that can be stored in the memory buff er at current set tings is shown in the ex po sure-cou

Reference—Image Quality and Size28Image Quality and SizeTogether, image quality and size determine how much space each pho to graph occupies on the me

Reference—Image Quality and Size29The Image Quality Menu1 Highlight Im age Quality in the shooting menu and press the multi selector to the right.2

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Reference—Image Quality and Size302 High light the de sired op tion and press the multi se lec tor to the right. The shooting menu will be displayed

Reference—Image Quality and Size31The RAW Compression MenuThe following options are available for NEF (RAW) images:Mode DescriptionNEF (RAW)(default)N

Reference—Image Quality and Size32The QUAL ButtonPress the QUAL button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the c

Reference—ISO Sensitivity33ISO Sensitivity“ISO sensitivity” is the digital equivalent of fi lm speed. The higher the ISO sensitiv-ity, the less light

Reference—ISO Sensitivity34 NoiseThe higher the ISO sensitivity, the more likely pictures are to be subject to “noise” in the form of randomly-spaced,

Reference—White Balance35White BalanceThe color of light refl ected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able

Reference—White Balance36White balance can be set using the White Balance option in the shooting menu or by pressing the WB button and rotating the ma

Reference—White Balance37Fine-Tuning White BalanceAt settings other than (Choose Color Temp.) and PRE (White Balance Pre-set), white bal ance can be

Reference—White Balance38 Take Test ShotsTake a test shot to determine if the selected value is appropriate to the light source. Color TemperatureThe

Reference—White Balance39Preset White BalancePreset white balance is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed

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Reference—White Balance40Measuring a Value for White BalanceWhite balance can be measured with reference to a neutral gray object. The new value for

Reference—White Balance415 If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, will fl ash in the control panel and the viewfi nder will sh

Reference—White Balance42At a setting of (White Balance Preset), presets can also be selected by pressing the WB button and rotating the sub-command

Reference—White Balance43White Balance BracketingWhite bal ance brack et ing cre ates multiple im ag es each time the shut ter is re- leased, “bracket

Reference—White Balance444 Com pose a photograph, focus, and shoot. Each shot will be pro cessed to create the num ber of cop ies spec i fi ed in the

45Reference—Optimizing ImagesOptimizing ImagesThe options in the Optimize Image menu can be used to optimize photographs according to how the picture

46Reference—Optimizing ImagesTo select an image optimization option:1 Highlight Optimize Image in the shooting menu ( 124) and press the multi sele

47Reference—Optimizing ImagesAdjusting Contrast: Tone CompensationAs photographs are saved to the memory card, they are processed to adjust the distri

48Reference—Optimizing ImagesControlling Vividness: SaturationSaturation controls the vividness of colors.OptionDescriptionAutoCamera automatically ad

49Reference—Optimizing ImagesChoosing Custom Image Optimization OptionsChoosing Custom in the Optimize Image menu ( 45) displays the menu shown in

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50Reference—Color SpaceThe options in the Color Space menu determine the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. Choose a color space accor

51Reference—FocusThis section describes the options that control how your camera focuses: fo cus mode, focus-area selection, and AF-area mode.Focus Mo

52Reference—Focus The AF-ON ButtonFor the purpose of focusing the camera, pressing the AF-ON button has the same eff ect as pressing the shutter-re-lea

53Reference—FocusFocus Area SelectionAt default settings, the D200 off ers a choice of eleven focus areas that together cover a wide area of the frame.

54Reference—FocusAF-Area ModeAF-area mode de ter mines how the focus area is selected in autofocus mode. To select the AF-area mode, rotate the AF-ar

55Reference—FocusFocus Zone SelectionWhen (single-area AF) or (dynamic-area AF) is selected for AF-area mode ( 54), the user can select from norm

56Reference—Focus5Highlight option.6Make selection.To choose focus zone size using the FUNC. button and sub-command dial:1 Select Focus Area Frame fo

57Reference—Focus2 Check that the in-focus indicator (●) appears in the viewfi nder.Single-servo AFFocus will lock automatically when the in-fo cus in

58Reference—FocusThe AF-Assist IlluminatorThe built-in AF assist illuminator enables the camera to focus even when the subject is poorly lit. The cam

59Reference—FocusUnder the conditions described above, the optional SB-800 and SB-600 Speed-lights and SU-800 wireless Speedlight commander will provi

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60Reference—FocusManual FocusManual focus is available for lenses that do not sup- port autofocus (non-AF Nikkor lens es) or when auto-focus does not

61Reference—ExposureMeteringThe metering method determines how the cam era sets exposure:Method Description3D color matrix II/Color matrix II/Color ma

62Reference—ExposureExposure ModeExposure mode determines how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture when adjusting exposure. Four modes are avai

63Reference—ExposureP: Programmed AutoIn this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture ac- cord ing to a built-in program (

64Reference—ExposureS: Shutter-Priority AutoIn shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera au to -mat i cal ly selects the ap

65Reference—Exposure Non-CPU LensesExposure mode A (aperture-priority auto) is automatically selected when a non-CPU lens is attached. The exposure m

66Reference—ExposureA: Aperture-Priority AutoIn aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera au to mat i- cal ly selects the shut

67Reference—Exposure Non-CPU LensesIf the maximum aperture of the lens has been specifi ed using the Non-CPU Lens Data item in shooting menu ( 93) whe

68Reference—ExposureM: ManualIn manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Shut ter speed can be set to values between 30 s a

69Reference—Exposure AF Micro Nikkor LensesProvided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be taken into account when t

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70Reference—ExposureAutoexposure LockWhen center-weighted metering is used, an area in the center of the frame is assigned the greatest weight when de

71Reference—ExposureWhile exposure lock is in eff ect, the following settings can be changed without altering the metered value for exposure:Exposure m

72Reference—ExposureExposure CompensationTo obtain the desired results with certain subject compositions, it may be nec es -sary to use ex po sure com

73Reference—ExposureExposure and Flash BracketingIn exposure brack et ing, the camera varies exposure compensation with each shot, while in the case o

74Reference—Exposure4 Com pose a photograph, focus, and shoot. The cam era will vary ex po sure and/or fl ash level shot-by-shot according to the bra

75Reference—ExposureThe camera modifi es exposure by varying shutter speed and aperture (programmed auto), aperture (shutter-priority auto), or shutter

76Reference—Flash PhotographyThe D200 is equipped with a Guide Number 12/39 fl ash (ISO 100, m/ft) that can be used not only when natural lighting is i

77Reference—Flash PhotographyFlash Sync ModesThe camera supports the following fl ash sync modes:Flash sync mode DescriptionFront-curtain syncRecommend

78Reference—Flash PhotographyUsing the Built-in FlashTo use the built-in fl ash:1 Choose a metering method ( 61). Select ma-trix or center-weighted

79Reference—Flash Photography4 Press the shutter-release button halfway and check exposure (shutter speed and aperture). The shutter speeds and aper

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80Reference—Flash PhotographyFlash Exposure CompensationFlash exposure compensation can be used to increase or reduce fl ash output from the level chos

81Reference—Flash PhotographyFV LockThis feature is used to lock fl ash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the fl ash level.

82Reference—Flash Photography6 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pic-tures can be taken wit

83Reference—Self-Timer ModeSelf-Timer ModeThe self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits.1 Mount the camera on a tripod (rec

84Reference—Image Overlay and Multiple ExposureImage Overlay and Multiple ExposureThe following options are available for combining multiple exposures

85Reference—Image Overlay and Multiple Exposure5 Press the multi selector up or down to select a value for gain between 0.1 and 2.0. The default val

86Reference—Image Overlay and Multiple ExposureMultiple ExposureTo create a multiple exposure:1 Highlight Multiple exposure in the shooting menu (

87Reference—Image Overlay and Multiple Exposure6 Press the multi selector up or down to highlight Done and press the multi selector to the right.A

88Reference—Image Overlay and Multiple Exposure Exchanging Memory CardsDo not remove or replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure. P

89Reference—Interval Timer PhotographyInterval Timer PhotographyThe D200 is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals.1 Highligh