Nikon 1559 User manual

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Bridge cameras
Type
User manual
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DIGITAL CAMERA
User's 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 xiii).
After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible
place for future reference.
Your images. The world. Connected
Welcome to SnapBridge — Nikon’s new family of services to enrich
your image experience. SnapBridge eliminates the barrier between
your camera and compatible smart device, through a combination
of Bluetooth® low energy (BLE) technology and a dedicated app. The
stories you capture with your Nikon camera and lenses are
automatically transferred to the device as they are taken. They can
even be uploaded effortlessly to cloud storage services, inviting
access across all your devices. You can share your excitement, when
and where you want.
Download the SnapBridge app to get started!
Take advantage of the wide-ranging
convenience by downloading the
SnapBridge app onto your smart device
now. Through a few simple steps, this app
connects your Nikon cameras with a
compatible iPhone®, iPad® and/or
iPod touch® or smart devices running on
the Android
TM
operating system. The app
is available free from the website
(http://snapbridge.nikon.com), Apple
App Store® and Google Play
TM
.
For the latest information on SnapBridge, visit the Nikon website for your
area (0 xxi).
D500 Model Name: N1501
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The exciting image experience that SnapBridge offers…
A range of services that enriches your imaging life,
including:
Automatic picture transfer from camera to smart
device thanks to the constant connection between
the two devices — making online photo sharing
easier than ever
Upload of photos and thumbnail images to the
NIKON IMAGE SPACE cloud service
Camera remote control
Imprinting up to two pieces of credit
information (e.g. copyright, comments,
text and logos) on pictures
Automatic update of camera’s date and
time info and location info
Receive camera’s firmware updates
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To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all
instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read
by all who use the product.
The Menu Guide
For more information on menu options and subjects such as how to
connect the camera to a printer or television, download the camera
Menu Guide from the Nikon website as described below.
The Menu Guide
is in pdf format and can be viewed using Adobe Reader or Adobe
Acrobat Reader.
1 On your computer, launch a web browser and open the Nikon manual
download site at http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/
2 Navigate to the page for the desired product and download the
manual.
Nikon Manual Viewer 2
Install the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app on your smartphone or
tablet to view Nikon digital camera manuals, anytime,
anywhere.
Nikon Manual Viewer 2 can be downloaded free of
charge from the App Store and Google Play.
Download of the
app and any product manuals requires an Internet
connection, for which fees may be levied by your phone or
Internet service provider.
A For Your Safety
Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions
in “For Your Safety” (0 xiii–xvi).
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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 displayed in the camera monitor are
shown in bold.
Camera Settings
The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.
Nikon User Support for India and Australia
Contact a Nikon representative for technical assistance with the
operation of your Nikon product or products.
For information on the
Nikon representatives in your area, visit http://www.nikon-asia.com/
support.
D
This icon marks cautions; information that should be read
before use to prevent damage to the camera.
A
This icon marks notes; information that should be read before
using the camera.
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This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.
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Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera.
Purchasers of the lens kit option should confirm that the
package also includes a lens.
Memory cards are sold separately.
Cameras purchased in Japan display menus and messages in
English and Japanese only; other languages are not supported.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Package Contents
BF-1B body cap (0 18, 335)
D500 digital camera
(0 1)
EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover
(0 13, 15)
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; 0 13)
USB cable clip
HDMI cable clip
UC-E22 USB cable
AN-DC17 strap (0 13)
User’s Manual (this guide)
Warranty
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A ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D Software
Use ViewNX-i to fine-tune photos or to copy pictures to a computer for
viewing.
ViewNX-i is available for download from the following
website:
http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/
Use Capture NX-D to fine-tune pictures that have been copied to a
computer and to convert NEF (RAW) images to other formats.
Capture NX-D is available for download from:
http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/
You can also visit this website for the latest information on Nikon
software, including system requirements.
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Package Contents ........................................................................ iv
For Your Safety ........................................................................... xiii
Notices......................................................................................... xvii
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)....................................... xxii
Introduction 1
Getting to Know the Camera ...................................................... 1
Camera Body ............................................................................................1
The Control Panel ...................................................................................5
The Viewfinder Display.........................................................................7
Using the Tilting Monitor.....................................................................9
Using the Touch Screen .................................................................... 11
First Steps 13
Attach the Camera Strap................................................................... 13
Charge the Battery .............................................................................. 13
Insert the Battery and a Memory Card......................................... 15
Attach a Lens......................................................................................... 18
Camera Setup........................................................................................ 20
Focus the Viewfinder.......................................................................... 29
Tutorial 30
Camera Menus ............................................................................. 30
Using Camera Menus ......................................................................... 31
Basic Photography and Playback............................................. 35
The Battery Level and Number of Exposures Remaining...... 35
“Point-and-Shoot” Photography.................................................... 37
Viewing Photographs ........................................................................ 40
Table of Contents
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Live View Photography 43
Autofocus ............................................................................................... 47
Manual Focus ........................................................................................ 49
Using the i Button.............................................................................. 50
The Live View Display......................................................................... 53
The Information Display.................................................................... 54
Touch Photography (Touch Shutter)............................................ 55
Movies 58
Recording Movies ....................................................................... 58
Indices...................................................................................................... 63
Using the i Button.............................................................................. 64
The Live View Display......................................................................... 66
Frame Size, Frame Rate, and Movie Quality............................... 68
The Information Display.................................................................... 69
The Movie Crop .................................................................................... 70
Taking Photos in Movie Mode ........................................................ 71
Time-Lapse Movies .....................................................................74
Viewing Movies ...........................................................................80
Editing Movies ............................................................................. 82
Trimming Movies................................................................................. 82
Saving Selected Frames .................................................................... 86
Image Recording Options 88
Image Area ................................................................................... 88
Image Quality...............................................................................91
Image Size.....................................................................................94
Using Two Memory Cards..........................................................96
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Focus 97
Autofocus......................................................................................97
Autofocus Mode ................................................................................ 101
AF-Area Mode..................................................................................... 103
Focus Point Selection ...................................................................... 108
Focus Lock ........................................................................................... 111
Manual Focus ............................................................................ 114
Release Mode 116
Choosing a Release Mode....................................................... 116
Self-Timer Mode ....................................................................... 119
Mirror up Mode......................................................................... 121
ISO Sensitivity 123
Manual Adjustment ................................................................. 123
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control................................................... 125
Exposure 128
Metering..................................................................................... 128
Exposure Mode ......................................................................... 130
P: Programmed Auto........................................................................ 132
S: Shutter-Priority Auto.................................................................... 133
A: Aperture-Priority Auto ................................................................ 134
M: Manual ............................................................................................. 135
Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only) ................................... 137
Shutter-Speed and Aperture Lock ........................................ 140
Autoexposure (AE) Lock.......................................................... 141
Exposure Compensation......................................................... 143
Bracketing.................................................................................. 146
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White Balance 159
White Balance Options.............................................................159
Fine-Tuning White Balance .....................................................163
Choosing a Color Temperature ..............................................166
Preset Manual ............................................................................169
Viewfinder Photography.................................................................170
Live View (Spot White Balance) ....................................................174
Managing Presets..............................................................................177
Image Enhancement 180
Picture Controls.........................................................................180
Selecting a Picture Control.............................................................180
Modifying Picture Controls ............................................................182
Creating Custom Picture Controls...............................................185
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows .....................189
Active D-Lighting...............................................................................189
High Dynamic Range (HDR)...........................................................191
Flash Photography 196
Using a Flash ..............................................................................196
On-Camera Flash Photography..............................................199
Flash Modes ...............................................................................201
Flash Compensation.................................................................203
FV Lock ........................................................................................205
Remote Flash Photography ....................................................208
Setup ......................................................................................................209
Taking Photos .....................................................................................214
Viewing Flash Info.....................................................................222
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Other Shooting Options 226
The R Button ............................................................................ 226
The i button.............................................................................. 229
Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings ................... 230
Flicker Reduction...................................................................... 234
Multiple Exposure .................................................................... 236
Interval Timer Photography ................................................... 243
Non-CPU Lenses........................................................................ 250
Location Data ............................................................................ 253
More About Playback 255
Viewing Images......................................................................... 255
Full-Frame Playback ......................................................................... 255
Thumbnail Playback......................................................................... 255
Playback Controls.............................................................................. 256
Using the Touch Screen.................................................................. 258
The i Button ....................................................................................... 260
Photo Information.................................................................... 261
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom.................................. 271
Protecting Photographs from Deletion ............................... 273
Rating Pictures .......................................................................... 274
Selecting Photos for Upload................................................... 276
Selecting Individual Photos........................................................... 276
Selecting Multiple Photos.............................................................. 277
Deleting Photographs ............................................................. 278
Full-Frame and Thumbnail Playback.......................................... 278
The Playback Menu .......................................................................... 279
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Menu List 281
D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ..........................281
C The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options...............283
1 The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options...288
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings ............292
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup..........................................304
N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies ...........313
O My Menu/m Recent Settings ..............................................315
Retouch Menu Options ............................................................316
NEF (RAW) Processing......................................................................316
Trim.........................................................................................................318
Image Overlay.....................................................................................319
Technical Notes 322
Compatible Lenses....................................................................322
The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)...........................328
Other Accessories......................................................................335
Caring for the Camera ..............................................................337
Storage ..................................................................................................337
Cleaning................................................................................................337
Image Sensor Cleaning....................................................................338
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions......................345
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Troubleshooting....................................................................... 350
Battery/Display................................................................................... 350
Shooting............................................................................................... 351
Playback................................................................................................ 354
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)................................. 356
Miscellaneous..................................................................................... 356
Error Messages.......................................................................... 357
Specifications ............................................................................ 364
Lenses ......................................................................................... 377
AF-S DX NIKKOR 16–80mm f/2.8–4E ED VR............................. 377
Approved Memory Cards........................................................ 387
Memory Card Capacity ............................................................ 389
Battery Life................................................................................. 392
Index ........................................................................................... 394
xiii
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,
read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this
equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the
product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions
listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
❚❚ WARNINGS
AKeep the sun out of the frame
Keep the sun well out of the frame
when shooting backlit subjects.
Sunlight focused into the camera
when the sun is in or close to the
frame could cause a fire.
ADo not look at the sun through the
viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light
source through the viewfinder could
cause permanent visual impairment.
AUsing the viewfinder diopter adjustment
control
When operating the viewfinder
diopter adjustment control with your
eye to the viewfinder, care should be
taken not to put your finger in your
eye accidentally.
ATurn off immediately in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
equipment or AC adapter (available
separately), unplug the AC adapter
and remove the battery immediately,
taking care to avoid burns.
Continued operation could result in
injury.
After removing the battery,
take the equipment to a Nikon-
authorized service center for
inspection.
ADo not use in the presence of flammable
gas
Do not use electronic equipment in
the presence of flammable gas, as
this could result in explosion or fire.
AKeep out of reach of children
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in injury.
In addition,
note that small parts constitute a
choking hazard.
Should a child
swallow any part of this equipment,
consult a physician immediately.
For Your Safety
This icon marks warnings.
To prevent possible injury, read all
warnings before using this Nikon product.
A
xiv
A
Do not disassemble
Touching the product’s internal parts
could result in injury.
In the event of
malfunction, the product should be
repaired only by a qualified
technician.
Should the product break
open as the result of a fall or other
accident, remove the battery and/or
AC adapter and then take the product
to a Nikon-authorized service center
for inspection.
ADo not place the strap around the neck of
an infant or child
Placing the camera strap around the
neck of an infant or child could result
in strangulation.
ADo not remain in contact with the
camera, battery, or charger for extended
periods while the devices are on or in use
Parts of the device become hot.
Leaving the device in direct contact
with the skin for extended periods
may result in low-temperature burns.
ADo not leave the product where it will be
exposed to extremely high
temperatures, such as in an enclosed
automobile or in direct sunlight
Failure to observe this precaution
could cause damage or fire.
ADo not aim a flash at the operator of a
motor vehicle
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in accidents.
AObserve caution when using a flash
Using optional flash units in close
contact with the skin or other
objects could cause burns.
Using optional flash units close to
the subject’s eyes could cause
temporary visual impairment.
The
flash should be no less than one
meter (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject.
Particular care should be observed
when photographing infants.
AAvoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care
should be taken to avoid injury due to
broken glass and to prevent the liquid
crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
ADo not carry tripods with a lens or camera
attached
You could trip or accidentally strike
others, resulting in injury.
xv
A
Observe proper precautions when
handling batteries
Batteries may leak, overheat, rupture,
or catch fire if improperly handled.
Observe the following precautions
when handling batteries for use in
this product:
Use only batteries approved for use
in this equipment.
Do not short or disassemble the
battery.
Do not expose the battery or the
camera in which it is inserted to
powerful physical shocks.
Be sure the product is off before
replacing the battery.
If you are
using an AC adapter, be sure it is
unplugged.
Do not attempt to insert the battery
upside down or backwards.
Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the battery.
Do not
transport or store the battery with
metal objects such as necklaces or
hairpins.
Batteries are prone to leakage when
fully discharged.
To avoid damage
to the product, be sure to remove
the battery when no charge
remains.
When the battery is not in use,
attach the terminal cover and store
in a cool, dry place.
The battery may be hot
immediately after use or when the
product has been used on battery
power for an extended period.
Before removing the battery turn
the camera off and allow the battery
to cool.
Discontinue use immediately
should you notice any changes in
the battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
AObserve proper precautions when
handling the charger
Keep dry.
Failure to observe this
precaution could result in injury or
product malfunction due to fire or
electric shock.
Do not short the charger terminals.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in overheating and
damage to the charger.
Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth.
Continued use could
result in fire.
xvi
Do not handle the power cable or
go near the charger during
thunderstorms.
Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
Do not damage, modify, or forcibly
tug or bend the power cable.
Do
not place it under heavy objects or
expose it to heat or flame.
Should
the insulation be damaged and the
wires become exposed, take the
power cable to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for
inspection.
Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
Do not handle the plug or charger
with wet hands.
Failure to observe
this precaution could result in injury
or product malfunction due to fire
or electric shock.
Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from
one voltage to another or with DC-
to-AC inverters.
Failure to observe
this precaution could damage the
product or cause overheating or fire.
AUse appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input
and output jacks, use only the cables
provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose to maintain compliance with
product regulations.
AFollow the instructions of airline and
hospital personnel
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No part of the manuals included with
this product may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or translated into
any language in any form, by any
means, without Nikon’s prior written
permission.
Nikon reserves the right to change
the appearance and specifications
of the hardware and software
described in these manuals at any
time and without prior notice.
Nikon will not be held liable for any
damages resulting from the use of
this product.
While every effort has been made to
ensure that the information in these
manuals is accurate and complete,
we would appreciate it were you to
bring any errors or omissions to the
attention of the Nikon
representative in your area (address
provided separately).
Notices for Customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B
Notices for Customers in Europe
This symbol indicates
that electrical and
electronic equipment is
to be collected
separately.
The following apply only
to users in European countries:
This product is designated for
separate collection at an
appropriate collection point.
Do not
dispose of as household waste.
Separate collection and recycling
helps conserve natural resources
and prevent negative consequences
for human health and the
environment that might result from
incorrect disposal.
For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
This symbol on the
battery indicates that the
battery is to be collected
separately.
The following apply only
to users in European
countries:
All batteries, whether marked with
this symbol or not, are designated
for separate collection at an
appropriate collection point.
Do not
dispose of as household waste.
For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
Notices
CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
Power Cable
At voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the
voltage in use, be at least AWG no. 18 gauge, and have SVG insulation or
better with a NEMA 6P-15 plug rated for AC 250 V 15 A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful
interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio
communications.
However, there is
no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If
this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television
technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user be notified
that any changes or modifications
made to this device that are not
expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Nikon for your
equipment.
Using other interface
cables may exceed the limits of
Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Notice for Customers in the State of
California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this
product may expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of
California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Wash hands
after handling.
Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road,
Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
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Nikon 1559 User manual

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