Nikon Z6 User manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

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• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.

• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read

“For Your Safety” (page xvi).

• After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible

place for future reference.

Choose from 3 different manuals.

The Reference Manual (this manual)

In addition to the material covered in the User’s

Manual supplied with the camera, the Reference

Manual details the options available in the camera

menus and covers such topics as connecting the

camera to other devices (for information on wireless networks, see the

Network Guide).

Among the topics covered in the Reference Manual are:

• Basic shooting and playback

operations

• Advanced shooting options

• The camera menus

• Connecting to computers, printers,

and HDMI devices

• Flash photography using optional

flash units

The Reference Manual can also be viewed online in html format.

https://onlinemanual.nikonimglib.com/z7_z6/en/

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For a guide to all aspects of camera operation, read:

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The User’s Manual (included)

Master basic camera operations as well as features

specific to this camera.

• Table of Contents

• Getting to Know the Camera

• First Steps

• Basic Photography and Playback

• Basic Settings

• Shooting Controls

• The i Button

• Troubleshooting

The Network Guide (pdf)

Learn how to use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to connect the

camera to a computer or a smart device such as

smartphone or tablet.

Also included is information on such topics as the tasks that can be

accomplished using a WT-7 wireless transmitter.

The Network Guide is available from the Nikon Download Center.

Z7:

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/492/Z_7.html

Z6:

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/493/Z_6.html

Z 7 Model Name: N1710

Z 6 Model Name: N1711

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For a guide to basic shooting and playback, read:

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For information on wireless connections, read:

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Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera.

Memory cards are sold separately. Purchasers of lens or mount

adapter kits should confirm that the package contains a lens or

mount adapter (manuals for the lens or adapter may also be

provided).

Package Contents

BF-N1 body cap

DK-29 rubber eyecup

(comes attached to

camera, 0 413)

Camera

EN-EL15b rechargeable Li-ion

battery with terminal cover

MH-25a battery charger (comes

with either an AC wall adapter or

power cable of a type and shape

that varies with the country or

region of sale)

AN-DC19 strap

Warranty

User’s Manual

EH-7P charging AC adapter (Z 7

only; supplied with a plug

adapter attached in countries or

regions where required; shape

depends on country of sale—

0 29)

HDMI/USB cable clip (0 415)

UC-E24 USB cable

BS-1 accessory shoe cover

(0 414)

The Nikon Download Center

In addition to the Reference Manual, you can also visit the Nikon

download center to download product manuals, firmware updates,

and software such as ViewNX-i.

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

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This manual is for use with both the Z 7 and Z 6. The illustrations show

the Z 7.

Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following

symbols and conventions are used:

Menu items, options, and messages that appear in the camera displays

are shown in bold. Throughout this manual, the display in camera

monitor and viewfinder during shooting is referred to as the “shooting

display”; in most cases, the illustrations show the monitor.

Throughout this manual, smartphones and tablets are referred to as

“smart devices”.

Camera Settings

The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.

About This Manual

D

This icon marks notes, information that should be read before

using this product.

A

This icon marks tips, additional information you may find

helpful when using this product.

0

This icon marks references to other sections in this manual.

A For Your Safety

Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions

in “For Your Safety” (0 xvi).

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Package Contents ......................................................................... ii

For Your Safety ........................................................................... xvi

Notices........................................................................................... xx

Getting to Know the Camera 1

Parts of the Camera ...................................................................... 1

Camera Body ............................................................................................1

The Control Panel ...................................................................................5

The Monitor and Viewfinder...............................................................6

Camera Controls............................................................................ 8

The Viewfinder.........................................................................................8

The Monitor Mode Button...................................................................8

Touch Controls ..................................................................................... 10

The DISP Button..................................................................................... 15

The Sub-Selector.................................................................................. 17

The AF-ON Button .................................................................................. 17

The Command Dials ........................................................................... 17

The G Button.................................................................................... 18

The i Button (i Icon)........................................................................ 21

The Function Buttons (Fn1 and Fn2)............................................... 24

First Steps 27

Attach the Camera Strap ...........................................................27

Charge the Battery......................................................................28

The Battery Charger............................................................................ 28

Charging AC Adapters ....................................................................... 29

Insert the Battery and a Memory Card.................................... 32

Attach a Lens................................................................................36

Choose a Language and Set the Clock....................................38

Table of Contents

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Basic Photography and Playback 41

Taking Photographs (b Mode) ................................................41

Shooting Movies (b Mode).......................................................45

Basic Playback.............................................................................. 49

Viewing Movies .................................................................................... 49

Deleting Unwanted Pictures ........................................................... 51

Basic Settings 52

Focus.............................................................................................. 52

Choosing a Focus Mode.................................................................... 52

AF-Area Mode ....................................................................................... 54

The Touch Shutter............................................................................... 57

Manual Focus ........................................................................................ 59

White Balance .............................................................................. 61

Silent Photography.....................................................................65

Rating Pictures.............................................................................66

Protecting Pictures from Deletion ........................................... 67

Shooting Controls 68

The Mode Dial..............................................................................68

P: Programmed Auto .......................................................................... 69

S: Shutter-Priority Auto ...................................................................... 69

A: Aperture-Priority Auto................................................................... 70

M: Manual................................................................................................ 70

User Settings: U1, U2, and U3 Modes............................................... 72

Long Time-Exposures (Mode M) ..................................................... 75

The S (ISO Sensitivity) Button ..............................................77

Auto ISO Sensitivity Control ............................................................ 78

The E (Exposure Compensation) Button ............................... 79

The c/E (Release Mode/Self-Timer) Button......................... 81

The Self-Timer....................................................................................... 84

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The Sub-Selector..........................................................................86

Focus-Point Selection.........................................................................86

Autoexposure (AE) Lock ....................................................................86

Focus Lock ..............................................................................................86

The i Button 89

Using the i Menu ........................................................................89

The Photo-Mode i Menu ...........................................................90

Set Picture Control...............................................................................91

White Balance........................................................................................96

Image Quality ..................................................................................... 102

Image Size............................................................................................ 104

Flash Mode .......................................................................................... 105

Metering............................................................................................... 106

Wi-Fi Connection............................................................................... 107

Active D-Lighting .............................................................................. 108

Release Mode...................................................................................... 109

Vibration Reduction ......................................................................... 110

AF-Area Mode..................................................................................... 111

Focus Mode......................................................................................... 111

The Movie-Mode i Menu........................................................ 112

Set Picture Control............................................................................ 113

White Balance..................................................................................... 113

Frame Size, Frame Rate, and Movie Quality ............................ 114

Microphone Sensitivity ................................................................... 116

Choose Image Area .......................................................................... 117

Metering............................................................................................... 118

Wi-Fi Connection............................................................................... 118

Active D-Lighting .............................................................................. 118

Electronic VR ....................................................................................... 118

Vibration Reduction ......................................................................... 119

AF-Area Mode..................................................................................... 119

Focus Mode......................................................................................... 119

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More About Playback 120

Viewing Pictures........................................................................120

Full-Frame Playback..........................................................................120

Thumbnail Playback .........................................................................121

Photo Information ....................................................................122

The i Button: Playback ............................................................130

Select to Send/Deselect ..................................................................132

Choose Start/End Point ...................................................................133

Save Current Frame ..........................................................................136

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom...................................137

Deleting Pictures.......................................................................138

During Playback .................................................................................138

The Playback Menu...........................................................................139

Menu Guide 141

Defaults.......................................................................................141

D The Playback Menu: Managing Images...........................152

Delete............................................................................................153

Playback Folder .........................................................................153

Playback Display Options ......................................................153

Image Review.............................................................................154

After Delete.................................................................................154

After Burst, Show ......................................................................155

Rotate Tall....................................................................................155

Slide Show...................................................................................156

Rating............................................................................................157

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C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options.............. 158

Reset Photo Shooting Menu................................................ 159

Storage Folder........................................................................... 159

File Naming ................................................................................ 163

Choose Image Area ................................................................. 163

Image Quality ............................................................................ 164

Image Size................................................................................... 164

NEF (RAW) Recording ............................................................. 166

ISO Sensitivity Settings .......................................................... 167

White Balance............................................................................ 168

Set Picture Control................................................................... 175

Manage Picture Control......................................................... 177

Color Space ................................................................................ 180

Active D-Lighting ..................................................................... 180

Long Exposure NR.................................................................... 181

High ISO NR................................................................................ 181

Vignette Control....................................................................... 182

Diffraction Compensation .................................................... 182

Auto Distortion Control ......................................................... 182

Flicker Reduction Shooting .................................................. 183

Metering...................................................................................... 183

Flash Control.............................................................................. 184

Flash Mode ................................................................................. 186

Flash Compensation ............................................................... 187

Focus Mode................................................................................ 187

AF-Area Mode............................................................................ 187

Vibration Reduction ................................................................ 187

Auto Bracketing........................................................................ 188

Multiple Exposure.................................................................... 198

HDR (High Dynamic Range) ................................................. 205

Interval Timer Shooting......................................................... 210

Time-Lapse Movie.................................................................... 221

Focus Shift Shooting............................................................... 229

Silent Photography ................................................................. 235

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1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options ...236

Reset Movie Shooting Menu ................................................237

File Naming.................................................................................237

Choose Image Area..................................................................237

Frame Size/Frame Rate...........................................................237

Movie Quality.............................................................................237

Movie File Type .........................................................................237

ISO Sensitivity Settings...........................................................238

White Balance ............................................................................238

Set Picture Control ...................................................................239

Manage Picture Control .........................................................239

Active D-Lighting......................................................................239

High ISO NR ................................................................................239

Vignette Control .......................................................................240

Diffraction Compensation.....................................................240

Auto Distortion Control..........................................................240

Flicker Reduction ......................................................................240

Metering ......................................................................................241

Focus Mode ................................................................................241

AF-Area Mode............................................................................241

Vibration Reduction.................................................................241

Electronic VR...............................................................................241

Microphone Sensitivity...........................................................242

Attenuator...................................................................................242

Frequency Response ...............................................................243

Wind Noise Reduction ............................................................243

Headphone Volume ................................................................243

Timecode.....................................................................................244

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A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings............ 245

Reset Custom Settings ........................................................... 248

a: Autofocus.................................................................................... 249

a1: AF-C Priority Selection..................................................... 249

a2: AF-S Priority Selection ..................................................... 249

a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On........................................ 250

a4: Auto-Area AF Face Detection ....................................... 250

a5: Focus Points Used............................................................. 250

a6: Store Points by Orientation ........................................... 251

a7: AF Activation....................................................................... 252

a8: Limit AF-Area Mode Selection...................................... 252

a9: Focus Point Wrap-Around.............................................. 253

a10: Focus Point Options....................................................... 253

a11: Low-Light AF .................................................................... 253

a12: Built-in AF-Assist Illuminator ...................................... 254

a13: Manual Focus Ring in AF Mode ................................. 254

b: Metering/Exposure ................................................................. 255

b1: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl........................................... 255

b2: Easy Exposure Compensation...................................... 255

b3: Center-Weighted Area.................................................... 256

b4: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure........................................ 256

c: Timers/AE Lock.......................................................................... 257

c1: Shutter-Release Button AE-L ......................................... 257

c2: Self-Timer ............................................................................. 257

c3: Power Off Delay ................................................................. 258

d: Shooting/Display ..................................................................... 259

d1: CL Mode Shooting Speed .............................................. 259

d2: Max. Continuous Release............................................... 259

d3: Sync. Release Mode Options......................................... 259

d4: Exposure Delay Mode ..................................................... 260

d5: Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter ................................. 260

d6: Limit Selectable Image Area ......................................... 260

d7: File Number Sequence.................................................... 261

d8: Apply Settings to Live View .......................................... 262

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d9: Framing Grid Display .......................................................262

d10: Peaking Highlights .........................................................262

d11: View All in Continuous Mode .....................................262

e: Bracketing/Flash .......................................................................263

e1: Flash Sync Speed ...............................................................263

e2: Flash Shutter Speed..........................................................264

e3: Exposure Comp. for Flash...............................................264

e4: Auto c ISO Sensitivity Control ......................................264

e5: Modeling Flash ...................................................................265

e6: Auto Bracketing (Mode M) .............................................265

e7: Bracketing Order................................................................266

f: Controls.........................................................................................267

f1: Customize i Menu ...........................................................267

f2: Custom Control Assignment..........................................269

f3: OK Button ..............................................................................277

f4: Shutter Spd & Aperture Lock..........................................279

f5: Customize Command Dials.............................................279

f6: Release Button to Use Dial ..............................................281

f7: Reverse Indicators ..............................................................281

g: Movie ............................................................................................282

g1: Customize i Menu..........................................................282

g2: Custom Control Assignment.........................................283

g3: OK Button.............................................................................288

g4: AF Speed...............................................................................288

g5: AF Tracking Sensitivity ....................................................289

g6: Highlight Display...............................................................290

B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup..........................................291

Format Memory Card..............................................................292

Save User Settings....................................................................292

Reset User Settings ..................................................................292

Language.....................................................................................292

Time Zone and Date ................................................................293

Monitor Brightness ..................................................................293

Monitor Color Balance ............................................................294

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Viewfinder Brightness ............................................................ 295

Viewfinder Color Balance...................................................... 295

Control Panel Brightness....................................................... 295

Limit Monitor Mode Selection............................................. 296

Information Display................................................................. 296

AF Fine-Tune.............................................................................. 297

Non-CPU Lens Data................................................................. 298

Clean Image Sensor................................................................. 298

Image Dust Off Ref Photo ..................................................... 299

Image Comment ...................................................................... 301

Copyright Information ........................................................... 302

Beep Options ............................................................................. 303

Touch Controls.......................................................................... 303

HDMI............................................................................................. 304

Location Data ............................................................................ 304

Wireless Remote (WR) Options ........................................... 305

Assign Remote (WR) Fn Button........................................... 306

Airplane Mode........................................................................... 306

Connect to Smart Device ...................................................... 306

Connect to PC............................................................................ 307

Wireless Transmitter (WT-7) ................................................. 307

Conformity Marking................................................................ 307

Battery Info................................................................................. 308

Slot Empty Release Lock........................................................ 308

Save/Load Settings.................................................................. 309

Reset All Settings...................................................................... 311

Firmware Version ..................................................................... 311

N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies .......... 312

NEF (RAW) Processing ............................................................ 315

Trim ............................................................................................... 318

Resize............................................................................................ 319

D-Lighting................................................................................... 321

Red-Eye Correction.................................................................. 321

Straighten ................................................................................... 322

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Distortion Control.....................................................................322

Perspective Control .................................................................323

Image Overlay............................................................................324

Trim Movie ..................................................................................327

Side-by-Side Comparison......................................................327

O My Menu/m Recent Settings..............................................329

Connections 334

Connecting to Smart Devices .................................................334

Connecting to Computers .......................................................335

Connecting via USB ..........................................................................335

Wireless Networks (Wi-Fi) ...............................................................339

Connecting to Printers .............................................................340

Printing Pictures One at a Time....................................................341

Printing Multiple Pictures...............................................................342

Connecting to HDMI Devices ..................................................343

HDMI Recorders .................................................................................344

On-Camera Flash Photography 347

“On-Camera” Versus “Remote” ..............................................347

Camera-Mounted Flash Units .......................................................347

Remote Flash Photography ...........................................................347

Using an On-Camera Flash ......................................................348

Flash Control Mode...................................................................350

Flash Modes ...............................................................................352

Flash Compensation.................................................................354

FV Lock ........................................................................................355

Flash Info for On-Camera Units ..............................................357

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Remote Flash Photography 360

Using Remote Flash Units ....................................................... 360

Radio AWL.................................................................................. 362

Establishing a Wireless Connection............................................ 362

Adjusting Flash Settings................................................................. 366

Adding a Shoe-Mounted Flash Unit........................................... 372

Optical AWL ............................................................................... 373

Using Optical AWL with the SB-5000 or SB-500..................... 373

Optical/Radio AWL ................................................................... 381

Viewing Flash Info .................................................................... 382

Troubleshooting 385

Problems and Solutions .......................................................... 386

Battery/Display................................................................................... 386

Shooting............................................................................................... 387

Playback................................................................................................ 389

Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)................................. 391

Miscellaneous..................................................................................... 391

Indicators and Error Messages............................................... 392

Indicators.............................................................................................. 392

Error Messages ................................................................................... 394

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Technical Notes 396

The Camera Display and Control Panel ................................396

The Monitor: Photo Mode ..............................................................396

The Monitor: Movie Mode..............................................................401

The Viewfinder: Photo Mode.........................................................402

The Viewfinder: Movie Mode.........................................................404

The Control Panel ..............................................................................405

The Nikon Creative Lighting System.....................................406

Other Accessories......................................................................411

Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter......................416

Caring for the Camera ..............................................................418

Storage ..................................................................................................418

Cleaning................................................................................................418

Image Sensor Cleaning....................................................................419

Manual Cleaning................................................................................422

Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions......................424

Specifications.............................................................................429

NIKKOR Z 24–70mm f/4 S Lens User’s Manual.....................444

FTZ Mount Adapter User’s Manual ........................................453

Approved Memory Cards ........................................................460

Memory Card Capacity.............................................................461

Battery Endurance ....................................................................463

Index ............................................................................................464

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To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For

Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product.

Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read

them.

For Your Safety

DANGER: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a

high risk of death or severe injury.

WARNING: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could

result in death or severe injury.

CAUTION: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could

result in injury or property damage.

WARNING

• Do not use while walking or operating a vehicle.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents or other injury.

• Do not disassemble or modify this product. Do not touch internal parts

that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other

injury.

• Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing

smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the battery or

power source.

Continued operation could result in fire, burns or other injury.

• Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Do not handle the plug with

wet hands.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not let your skin remain in prolonged contact with this product

while it is on or plugged in.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in low-temperature burns.

• Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such

as propane, gasoline or aerosols.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire.

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• Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the

lens.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment.

• Do not aim the flash or AF-assist illuminator at the operator of a motor

vehicle.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

• Keep this product out of reach of children.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product

malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard.

Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical

attention.

• Do not entangle, wrap or twist the straps around your neck.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

• Do not use batteries, chargers, or AC adapters not specifically

designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers,

and AC adapters designated for use with this product, do not:

- Damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the cords or cables, place them

under heavy objects, or expose them to heat or flame.

- Use travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one

voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not handle the plug when charging the product or using the AC

adapter during thunderstorms.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

• Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high

or low temperatures.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns, or frostbite.

CAUTION

• Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources.

Light focused by the lens could cause fire or damage to product’s internal

parts. When shooting backlit subjects, keep the sun well out of the frame.

Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is close to the frame could

cause fire.

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• Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless

features when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited.

The radio-frequency emissions produced by this product could interfere

with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities.

• Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will

not be used for an extended period.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product

malfunction.

• Do not fire the flash in contact with or in close proximity to the skin or

objects.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.

• Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high

temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed

automobile or in direct sunlight.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product

malfunction.

• Do not look directly at the AF-assist illuminator.

Failure to observe this precaution could have adverse effects on vision.

• Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories

attached.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product

malfunction.

DANGER (Batteries)

• Do not mishandle batteries.

Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries

leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire:

- Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product.

- Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat.

- Do not disassemble.

- Do not short-circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces,

hairpins, or other metal objects.

- Do not expose batteries or the products in which they are inserted to

powerful physical shocks.

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