Nikon DF
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1. Supported languages Arabic Chinese Simplified and Traditional Czech Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Hindi Hungarian Indonesian Italian Japanese Korean Norwegian Polish Portuguese Portugal and Brazil Romanian Russian Spanish Swedish Thai Turkish Ukrainian Battery One EN EL14a Rechargeable Li ion Battery AC adapter EH 5b AC Adapter requires EP 5A Power Connector available separately Tripod socket 1 4 in ISO 1222 Dimensions W x Hx D Approx 143 5 x 110 x 66 5 mm 5 6 x 4 3 x 2 6 in Weight Approx 765 g 1 Ib 11 oz with battery and memory card but without body cap approx 710 g 1 lb 9 oz camera body only Operating Environment Temperature 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F humidity 85 or less no condensation Supplied accessories may differ by country or area EN EL14a Rechargeable Li ion Battery MH 24 Battery Charger DK 26 Eyepiece Cap String for eyepiece cap UC E6 USB Cable AN DC9 Camera Strap BF 1B Body Cap BS 1 Accessory Shoe Cover ViewNX 2 CD ROM e PictBridge is a trademark The SD SDHC and SDXC logos are trademarks of SD 3C LLC e HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC e Products and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Images in viewfinders on LCDs and monitors shown in this brochure are2. At the heart of the image iration on Contact Insp Walk Slowly After several hours in the valley the wind and mountain air wash away my day to day concerns I breathe deep as I climb the trail Free from haste and competition at last each step I take and each frame I shoot draw me closer to my true creative self That s when I see this woman hair whipped by the wind standing there as if she had been waiting for me to arrive Through observation and measured contemplation I interpret the scene and camera settings on my own I am the photographer not the camera With my fingers on the controls my ideas and my photography connect more meaningfully So now I walk slowly once again relishing each and every frame e Lens AF S NIKKOR 50mm f 1 8G Special Edition Image quality 14 bit RAW NEF Exposure A mode 1 320 second f 7 1 e White balance Auto 1 Sensitivity ISO 250 Picture Control Monochrome Feremy Walker e Lens AF S NIKKOR 28mm f 1 8G e Image quality 14 bit RAW NEF e Exposure M mode 1 125 second f 8 e White balance Auto 1 e Sensitivity ISO 2500 e Picture Control Standard Feremy Walker The wind became stronger as the sun s light drained away for the day I was walking along simply absorbing the mood of this place pondering the castle in ats prime As I reached the top of the hill the wind caught the kilt of an old man nearby At that moment he t
3. Digital Print Order Format Exif Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras 2 3 PictBridge Viewfinder Eye level pentaprism single lens reflex viewfinder Frame coverage FX 36 x 24 Approx 100 horizontal and 100 vertical DX 24 x 16 Approx 97 horizontal and 97 vertical Approx 0 7x 50 mm f 1 4 lens at infinity 1 0 m Magnification Eyepoint 15 mm 1 0 m from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens Diopter adjustment 3 to 1 m Focusing screen Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII screen with AF area brackets framing grid can be displayed Reflex mirror Quick return Depth of field preview Pressing Pv button stops lens aperture down to value selected by user exposure modes A and M or by camera exposure modes P and S Instant return electronically controlled Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses including type G E and D lenses some restrictions apply to PC lenses and DX lenses using DX 24 x 16 1 5x image area Al P NIKKOR lenses and non CPU lenses IX NIKKOR lenses and lenses for the F3AF cannot be used The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum ap erture of f 5 6 or faster the electronic rangefinder supports the center 7 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f 8 or faster and the center 33 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f 7 1 or faster Electronically controlled vertical travel focal plane shut
4. Al collapsible metering coupling lever Exposure modes Programmed auto with flexible program P shutter priority auto S aperture priority auto A manual M Exposure compensation 3 to 3 EV in increments of 1 3 EV Exposure bracketing 2 to 5 frames in steps of 1 3 2 3 1 2 or 3 EV Flash bracketing 2 to 5 frames in steps of 1 3 2 3 1 2 or 3 EV Exposure lock Luminosity locked at detected value with AE L AF L button ISO sensitivity ISO 100 to 12800 in steps of 1 3 EV can also be set to approx 0 3 0 7 or 1 EV Recommended Exposure ISO 50 equivalent below ISO 100 or to approx 0 3 0 7 1 2 3 or 4 EV Index ISO 204800 equivalent above ISO 12800 auto ISO sensitivity control avail able Active D Lighting Can be selected from auto extra high 2 1 high normal low or off ADL bracketing 2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3 to 5 frames using preset values for all frames Autofocus Nikon Multi CAM 4800 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection fine tuning and 39 focus points including 9 cross type sensors the center 33 points are available at apertures slower than f 5 6 and faster than f 8 while the center 7 focus points are available at f 8 Detection range 1 to 19 EV ISO 100 20 C 68 F Lens servo e Autofocus AF Single servo AF AF S continuous servo AF AF C predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to
5. portraits still life shots travel and more it offers stunning sharpness and quality background blur with the superb optical system including an aspherical lens element Expect quiet and smooth AF from its light and compact body Feremy Walker is AF S NIKKOR 35mm f 1 4G A great choice for nature landscapes and night scenes this lens achieves a remarkable level of coma aberration correction and delivers stunning images even at a wide open aperture Nano Crystal Coat drastically reduces ghost and flare effects that would be otherwise inherent to shooting wide angle Feremy Walker AF S NIKKOR 28mm f 1 8G Delivering stunning sharpness and clarity this lens is an excellent choice for a wide range of subject matter including environmental portraits landscapes interiors and candid shots Its fast open aperture produces beautifully natural bokeh while its Nano Crystal Coat reduces ghost and flare to enhance image quality even further Feremy Walker Cyr AF S NIKKOR 85mm f 1 8G An approachable portrait prime that employs a new optical design the lens delivers both stunning details and quality bokeh from a surprisingly light and compact body Expect incredibly sharp and natural portraits in various lighting conditions Takesh Fkazawa F9 AF S VR Micro Nikkor 105mm f 2 8G IF ED This lens has built in Vibration Reduction for easy handheld macro shooting offering crisp yet natural images in any genre of
6. simulated Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer Februrary 2014 2014 Nikon Corporation TO ENSURE CORRECT USAGE READ MANUALS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR EQUIPMENT SOME DOCUMENTATION IS SUPPLIED ON CD ROM ONLY Visit the Nikon Europe website at www europe nikon com Printed in The Netherlands Code No 6CE13100 1402 B K Nikon Europe B V Tripolis 100 Burgerweeshuispad 101 1076 ER Amsterdam The Netherlands Nikon U K Ltd Nikon House 380 Richmond Road Kingston upon Thames Surrey KT2 5PR U K www nikon co uk NIKON CORPORATION Shin Yurakucho Bldg 12 1 Yurakucho 1 chome Chiyoda ku Tokyo 100 8331 Japan www nikon com HOM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE
7. 31 Info button 32 Bracketing button 33 Lens mounting mark 34 AF mode button 35 Focus mode selector 36 USB connector cover USB connector 37 HDMI connector cover HDMI mini pin connector 38 Cover for accessory terminal Accessory terminal 39 Power switch 40 Release socket 41 Shutter release button 42 Exposure compensation dial lock release 43 Exposure compensation dial 44 ISO sensitivity dial lock release 45 ISO sensitivity dial 46 Focal plane mark 47 Accessory shoe for optional flash unit 48 Shutter speed dial 49 Shutter speed dial lock release 50 Release mode dial TATI Oe ZA T Is aa AA A AF EAA ZOIBKT fatata 51 Control panel 52 Exposure mode dial 53 LCD illuminator button Two button reset button 54 Power connector cover 55 Battery chamber cover Memory card slot cover 56 Battery chamber cover latch Memory card slot cover latch 57 Tripod socket 58 Control panel full display Optional Accessories CF DC6 Semi Soft Case black CF DC6 Semi Soft Case brown AN SPL001 Premium Leather Strap Black Brown Included Accessories AN DC9 Camera Strap System chart SPEEDLIGHTS M SB 910 SD 9 I Jj Speedlight High Performance Z Battery Pack a SB 700 Speedlight SB 910 700 400 300 SB 400 Speedlights Speedlight W9 SB 300 Speedlight SC 28 29 TTL Remot
8. 8mm f 1 4G Feremy Walker This lens achieves a more natural reproduction of depth through a steady transition of bokeh from sharply focused to fully blurred Designed for smooth manual focusing and exquisite the maximum aperture this is a great lens choice for portraits as well as landscapes NIKKOR sharp accurate versatile and reliable sharpness even at Only a high quality high performance lens can draw out the full potential of the Df NIKKOR lenses feature superior optical performance and reliability that are highly praised by professionals around the world Nikon s original technologies such as Nano Crystal Coat that effectively reduces ghost and flare effects even under harsh lighting and Vibration Reduction that compensates camera shake in low lit conditions reliably support high image quality of the Df The vast NIKKOR lineup continues to grow as do the opportunities for their users Each and every one of them acts as a prism to transform a photographer s ideas into images helping them push their creativity O 50 further NIKKOR 80 YEARS NIKKOR LENSES Magnify Your Creative Vision NIK KOR lenses and the Nikon system Feremy Walker lhe AF S NIKKOR 50mm f 1 8G Special Edition Based on the AF S NIKKOR 50mm f 1 8G this lens was crafted specifically for the Df with an aesthetic design to match including a silver aluminum ring a leather tone finish and a knurled focus ring Ideal for
9. all CLS compatible flash units sync terminal ISO 519 sync terminal with locking thread White balance Auto 2 types incandescent fluorescent 7 types direct sunlight flash cloudy shade preset manual up to 4 values can be stored spot white balance measurement available during live view choose color temperature 2500 K to 10000 K all with fine tuning White balance bracketing 2 to 3 frames in steps of 1 2 or 3 Live view lens servo e Autofocus AF Single servo AF AF S full time servo AF AF F e Manual focus M Live view AF area modes Face priority AF wide area AF normal area AF subject tracking AF Live view autofocus Contrast detect AF anywhere in frame camera selects focus point automatically when face priority AF or subject tracking AF is selected Monitor 8 cm 3 2 in approx 921k dot VGA low temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with approx 170 viewing angle approx 100 frame coverage and bright ness control Playback Full frame and thumbnail 4 9 or 72 images or calendar playback with playback zoom photo slide shows histogram display highlights photo information location data display and auto image rotation USB Hi Speed USB HDMI output Type C mini pin HDMI connector Accessory terminal e Wireless remote controllers WR R10 and WR 1 available separately e Remote cord MC DC2 available separately e GPS units GP 1 GP 1A available separately
10. d brightness adjustment As the world s professionals and serious photographers know the Nikon RAW image format known as NEF Nikon Electronic Format maintains an extremely rich set of data but simple RAW processing is also available with ViewNX 2 If you want to fully utilize the potential of RAW images the optional Capture NX 2 does the job best with its wide array of intuitive editing tools such as Auto Retouch brush Batch Processing Quick Fix Straighten Tool Vignette Control Auto Color Aberration Control and Distortion Control Capture NX 2 ViewNX 2 Nomenclature 1 Eyelet for camera strap 2 Sub command dial 3 Depth of field preview button 4 Fn button 5 Self timer lamp 6 Metering coupling lever collapsible 7 Flash sync terminal cap Flash sync terminal 8 Lens release button 9 Lens mount 10 Mirror 11 Menu button 12 Help button Protect button White Balance button 13 Playback zoom in button Image quality button Image size button 14 Playback zoom out button Thumbnails button Flash mode button Flash compensation button Two button reset button 15 z button 16 Playback button 17 Delete button 18 Viewfinder eyepiece 19 Viewfinder 20 Diopter adjustment control 21 AE AF lock button 22 AF ON button 23 Main command dial 24 Metering selector 25 Multi selector 26 OK button 27 Focus selector lock 28 Memory card access lamp 29 Monitor 30 Live view button
11. d pitching directions 1 1 aspect ratio indication in live view 9 cell framing grid display facilitates for post shoot trimming better composition in live view The power to withstand The Df has been designed to be lightweight and well balanced especially with compact prime NIKKORs These benefits all of which are important for many types of shooting excursions come without sacrificing dependability The camera s top rear and bottom covers use light and durable magnesium alloy while various sections of the camera body are effectively sealed to attain superior dust prevention and weather resistance equivalent with the D800 series The Dt employs a high speed and high precision sequential control mechanism that drives the shutter mirror and aperture independently and the shutter has been tested for 150 000 cycles Compact and powerful with the shutter unit and EN EL14a Rechargeable driving mechanism actually mies es loaded in the camera to prove its high durability The shutter unit also incorporates a compact self diagnostic shutter monitor to maintain the highest levels of accuracy Together with energy efficient Light and durable magnesium alloy for top rear and bottom covers power management and the compact EN EL14a Rechargeable Li ion Battery it is possible to shoot up to approx 1 400 shots per charge Based on CIPA Standards Anti dust and anti moisture sealing ip AF S NIKKOR 5
12. discovered Every new corner offered a new moment to capture e Lens AF S NIKKOR 50mm f 1 8G Special Edition e Image quality 14 bit RAW NEF e Exposure A mode 1 1 250 second f 8 e White balance Direct sunlight e Sensitivity Auto ISO sensitivity control 100 e Picture Control Standard Takesht Fukazawa From this vantage point the color and mood seemed to change every minute that dawn drew closer A massive sea of clouds blanketed the world below moving at a glacial pace obscuring all sound but the wind e Lens AF S VR Micro Nikkor 105mm f 2 8G IF ED e Image quality 14 bit RAW NEF e Exposure A mode 1 800 second f 8 e White balance Direct sunlight e Sensitivity Auto ISO sensitivity control 800 e Picture Control Standard Takeshi Fukazawa It was raining softly as I climbed the trail and through the drizzle a vivid color in the distance caught my eye I veered off of the path and walked along the brook to discover a patch of wild flowers I savored this moment of quiet in the woods with only the sound of the rain as accompaniment 1 Creative Potential at Every Turn Distill your vision with intuitive controls Tactile precision mechanics one of a kind images all under your direct control The large mechanical dials that dominate the top of the Df are where photographers will rediscover the pleasure of camera operations and the photographic process The camera s to
13. e Cords f SU 800 Wireless Speedlight Commander C C Mc Close up Speedlight Commander Kit REMOTE CONTROL GPS ACCESSORIES AND CABLE RELEASE D we 50 Wireless Remote lt D Controller AR 3 Cable Release RE GP 1A R i GPS Unit WR 1 WR T10 MC DC2 a Oa Remote Cord WR R10 Wireless Remote 2j Controller f WR T10 Wireless Remote Controller AC ADAPTERS BATTERIES AND CHARGERS MH 24 EN EL14a Battery Charger Rechargeable Li ion Battery EH 5b AC Adapter EP 5A Power Connector t Can be downloaded from the application store of each smart device free NIKKOR LENSES DIGISCOPING ACCESSORIES FSA L1 Fieldscope Digital SLR Camera Attachment FSA L2 Fieldscope Digital SLR Camera Attachment CASE VIEWFINDER ACCESSORIES DR 5 Right Angle Viewing Attachment DK 17 Eyepiece DK 17A J Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK 17C Eyepiece Correction Lens CEAO DK 26 Eyepiece Cap DK 19 Rubber Eyecup amp DK 18 i Eyepiece Adapter DG 2 Eyepiece Magnifier DK 17M Magnifying Eyepiece SMART DEVICE APPLICATIONS WU 1a Smart device Wireless Mobile 10S Android OS CF DC6 Adapter Wireless Mobile Utilityt Semi Soft Case Black Brown TV ACCESSORIES CF DC5 G Semi Soft Case ai x LI HDMI Cable e TV monitor COMPUTER RELATED ACCESSORIES Printer UC E6 USB Cable SD memory card PC card adapter SD memory card reader Camera Con
14. evices using the iOS and Android Operating System Note Using the WU 1a connected to a smart device requires you to install Wireless Mobile Utility can be downloaded free from the application store of each smart device to the device prior to use WR 1 Wireless Remote Controller optional By setting one WR 1 as a transmitter and another as a receiver attached to the Df it is possible to view or change the camera settings using the display of the transmitter Utilizing radio waves the communication range between WR 1 units can reach to 120 m 394 ft There are various remote shooting options such as simultaneous release of shutters on several cameras release of shutters on several cameras synchronized with a master camera that has a WR 1 attached remote control of each group of cameras separately and Interval Timer Photography Remote shooting by combining the WR 1 with the WR R10 WR T10 is also possible WR R10 WR T10 Wireless Remote Controllers optional You can control a single camera or multiple cameras with a WR R10 attached number of cameras is unlimited by using the WR T10 as a transmitter The maximum communication distance between the WR R10 and WR T10 is 20 m 66 ft Nikon Software draw the most out of your RAW files Supplied with the camera Nikon s ViewNX 2 software makes it simple to import and browse images incorporating commonly used image editing functions such as resize straighten an
15. flash from the hot shoe or easily create side lighting for more depth and smooth rounded tones One Speedlight and a TTL remote cord make it possible By incorporating Speedlights compatible with Advance Wireless Lighting you can transform the mood of your photography in ways that are impossible with available light The Dt and Creative Lighting System make it easy SB 700 attached to the Df The hot shoed SU 800 commander wirelessly controls two remote SB 700 units one to illuminate the main subject from the side the other to light the top of the barrels from behind More Applications GPS unit wireless mobile adapter wireless remote controllers GP 1 GP 1A GPS Unit optional Enables the recording of location information such as latitude longitude altitude and UTC Universal Coordinated Time as Exif data Images with location information can be displayed on the Map workspace of ViewNX 2 The information can also be used on Nikon s image sharing and storage service NIKON IMAGE SPACE as well as other online image sharing services and digital mapping software WU 1a Wireless Mobile Adapter optional Enables communication via wireless LAN between the camera and smart devices such as smartphones and tablets You can also use your smart device as a remote live view monitor to confirm the image and shoot Images transmitted to your smart device can be shared immediately The adapter is compatible with smart d
16. harp richly detailed and pleasingly saturated images with little noise Moreover when shooting with low ISOs under abundant or even harsh lighting with strong contrasts the Df still delivers subtle tones crisp edges and fine details in both highlight and shadow areas without narrowing the dynamic range The camera s portability and capable management of diverse lighting situations can liberate photographers and spark their imagination both within the camera s standard ISO range of 100 to 12800 or when further expanded to the equivalent of ISO 50 and ISO 204800 Taken at ISO 6400 Feremy Walker Photographic flexibility Picture Control System Active D Lighting and HDR Your images will now appear as you imagined them with Nikon s original Picture Control System The Df has six built in options Standard Neutral Vivid Monochrome Portrait and Landscape Select one to match your intention or the scene s conditions and render a unique yet natural photographic look Each option further allows you to adjust parameters such as sharpening contrast and brightness It is also possible to save the parameters of adjusted Tiles as Custom Picture Controls so that you can return to the exact photographic style you desire whenever you like When taking pictures of high contrast subject matter Active D Lighting helps preserve details in both highlights and shadows while maintaining the image s natural photographic appearance Exclusive to dig
17. ials and be inspired to craft their own pictures Intuitive simplicity the key to distilling your creativity Setting the Df to your intended exposure is intuitively simple Each dial is dedicated to Its single purpose ISO sensitivity shutter soeed and exposure compensation Aperture can be set via the sub commanad dial or by the aperture ring of NIKKOR lenses with the exception of G and E type lenses At a quick glance you can check all current settings as well as see how far you can adjust them Settings can be altered directly from the dials whenever you feel the need With this sense of reassurance you can better contemplate your composition and exposure When you want to control shutter soeed more finely than in one EV steps the shutter speed dial can be set to 1 3 STEP and controlled using the main command dial Aperture control is also possible with PC E lenses which have aperture rings When set to 1 3 STEP shutter soeed can be controlled via the main command dial without taking your eye from the viewfinder Intimacy with your subject glass pentaprism optical viewfinder with approx 100 frame coverage A quintessential element of SLR photography is looking through the clear optical viewfinder to feel intimacy with the subject In order to truly optimize the large FX format viewfinder image the Df offers approx 100 frame coverage because how you position each element in the frame is crucial The approx 0 7x magnificat
18. ion enhances the confirmation of every visual element in the frame including the viewfinder information display The large bright viewfinder image and focusing screen are carefully designed to aid visual confirmation of precise focusing in both manual and autofocus modes In addition grid lines can optionally be placed across the viewfinder for accurate orientation 50mm f 1 4 lens at infinity 1 0m Creativity on a New Scale A fusion of sumptuous image quality and lightweight mobility Authentic Nikon SLR design the most portable of the FX format D SLRs On the outside the Df has all the attributes of tradition and authenticity For some the camera body s smaller size and sharper angles may evoke the era of earlier Nikon film SLRs especially when paired with the newly designed AF S NIKKOR 50mm f 1 8G Special Edition and its matching aesthetic However others will see this unique hybrid as a new creature in its own right Hold it in your hands and relish the tactile satistaction of a well balanced D SLR camera that is the l smallest and the lightest in the Nikon FX format Now picture yourself concentrating more on shooting in a wider variety of places for more hours with less of the strain associated with large heavy cameras This is what the Df can do for you The quartet of true potential NIKKOR the Nikon FX format image sensor the EXPEED 3 image processing engine and Picture Control The Dt s advantages are not me
19. ital photography HDR High Dynamic Range combines two images taken at different exposures within up to a 3 EV differentials with one shutter release to produce on Extra high 2 a single image that covers a wider dynamic range Tripod use is recommended for HDR shooting The power to capture The Df s innovative fundamentals are designed to keep photographers inspired Its Multi CAM 4800 autofocus sensor module has 39 tightly packed strategically placed focus points that work together like a net to track your subject and lock it into sharp focus The nine cross type sensors in the center provide further accuracy even when your subject has little light or contrast to focus on Even when the maximum effective aperture of your telephoto OO apaci OO0000 000000 ie OO000 Sai Oo000 agmg g All 39 AF points perform with f 5 6 or faster OO 000 000 000 SKEE 0000 00 BP e e 8 BE 33 AF points perform with apertures slower than f 5 6 and faster than f 8 m OO0O000 m Seven AF points perform with f 8 O Perform as cross type sensor lens is as slow as f 8 with a teleconverter attached you can still rely on the Df s AF performance with seven active focus points If speed is required the Df is capable of continuous bursts at approx 5 5 fps for up to 100 shots Nikon s exclusive Scene Recognition System uses
20. p deck makes ISO sensitivity shutter soeed and exposure compensation Precision design the feel of elite operation Thorough attention to every detail that s why the Df feels right in your hands Its sturdy build is designed to be with you wherever you go The body is built with magnesium alloy parts with a quality leather tone finish that envelops its contours value constantly visible and accessible which reassures photographers while inspiring them to more physically connect with the camera s settings By transmitting one s photographic intentions through the Df s controls the connection between photographer and camera is now more fulfilling than ever In casual shooting situations you can bypass the controls and let the Df s programmed auto mode do all the exposure calculations However such as its handgrip Every mechanical dial is carved trom solid metal each indicator engraved and painted across the top The tine notches that encircle the dial offer controlled grip each rotation providing a pleasing and reassuring click as it responds to the photographer s intention With each operation the camera delivers the tactile sensation Nikon craftsmanship is known for F 94 Er x 2 res s m C lt 1 5 WL ae RA APSNIKKOR 50mm 1 1 8 G Wa 1 Attached lens AF S NIKKOR 50mm f 1 8G Special Edition with the Df in their grasp passionate photographers will find their hands drawn to the mechanical d
21. photography including portraiture It offers a convenient working distance for shooting close ups of flowers insects and other small wildlife Nano Crystal Coat effectively reduces ghost and flare effects The Nikon F mount breathing new life into vintage NIKKOR lenses In addition to the great satisfaction of taking pictures with the latest state of the art NIKKOR lenses the Df offers another profound pleasure compatibility with vintage NIKKORs Its lens mount was designed with a collapsible metering coupling lever to accept almost all NIKKOR lenses including non Al lenses By matching the aperture value set with the lens aperture ring to the camera via the command dial you can enjoy full aperture metering with vintage NIKKORs and obtain more accurate results compatible only with A or M exposure mode Relish the creative potential that becomes possible when you combine vintage lenses with the latest digital technology Certain non Al lenses are not compatible Feremy Walker Nikon Speedlights and the Creative Lighting System improve your photographic artistry Accomplish studio quality lighting anywhere With the Df the Creative Lighting System and Nikon Speedlights you can Both the portable and powerful flagship SB 910 and the compact and intuitive SB 700 employ innovative I TTL flash control that makes flash exposure results accurate and simple Open up the shadows in your subject matter with a direct
22. rely skin deep When it comes to image quality the Df incorporates a sophisticated FX format CMOS image sensor with a large pixel pitch of 7 3 um that is designed for optimum light collecting efficiency and low noise and the powerful EXPEED 3 image processing engine achieving exquisite high quality images Paired with sharp and innovative NIKKOR lenses the Df delivers images using 16 2 effective megapixels that are both stunningly versatile and easier to work with all around By applying the Picture Control technology during image processing the tones are smooth the colors are rich and accurate and each image has the depth you expect trom FX format And the Df s state of the art sensor and engine also work together to minimize noise throughout the wide ISO range The Df offers a TIFF recording option for uncompressed Tiles as well as RAW and JPEG With its sumptuous image quality and new level of FX format portability the Df opens up entirely new photographic opportunities The power to change your photography richly superior image quality and ISO range in a more portable size Exceptional versatility is where the Df s imaging potential excels Regardless of the scene s volume of light the Df is ready and will not let you down In situations where light is scarce and a tripod is not available the camera s superb high ISO performance allows you to use faster shutter speeds for handheld shooting and still produce clean s
23. subject status e Manual focus M Electronic rangefinder can be used Focus point Can be selected from 39 or 11 focus points AF area modes Single point AF 9 21 or 39 point dynamic area AF 3D tracking auto area AF Focus lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter release button halfway single servo AF or by pressing AE L AF L button Flash control TTL i TTL flash control using 2016 pixel RGB sensor is available with SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 SB 700 SB 600 SB 400 or SB 300 i TTL balanced fill flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center weighted metering standard i I TL flash for digital SLR with spot metering Flash modes Front curtain sync slow sync rear curtain sync red eye reduction red eye reduction with slow sync slow rear curtain sync Auto FP High Speed Sync supported Flash compensation 3 to 1 EV in increments of 1 3 Flash ready indicator Lights when optional flash unit is fully charged flashes after flash is fired at full output Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting System CLS Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB 910 SB 900 SB 800 or SB 700 as a master flash and SB 600 or SB R200 as remotes or SU 800 as commander Auto FP High Speed Sync and modeling illumination supported with all CLS compatible flash units except SB 400 and SB 300 Flash Color Information Communication and FV lock supported with
24. ter 1 4000 to 4 s in steps of 1 EV 1 4000 s to 30 s in steps of 1 3 EV with main command dial X200 with shutter speed dial only bulb time X 1 200 s synchronizes with shutter at 1 250 s or slower flash range drops at speeds between 1 200 and 1 250s S single frame CL continuous low speed CH continuous high speed Q quiet shutter release self timer Mup mirror up Lens aperture Compatible lenses Shutter type Shutter speed Flash sync speed Release modes Frame advance rate 1 to 5 fps CL or 5 5 fps CH Self timer 2 s 5s 10 s 20 s 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0 5 1 2 or 3 s Exposure metering TTL exposure metering using 2016 pixel RGB sensor Metering method e Matrix 3D color matrix metering II type G E and D lenses color matrix metering II other CPU lenses color matrix metering available with non CPU lenses if user provides lens data e Center weighted Weight of 75 given to 12 mm circle in center of frame diameter of circle can be changed to 8 15 or 20 mm or weighting can be based on average of entire frame non CPU lenses use 12 mm circle e Spot Meters 4 mm circle about 1 5 of frame centered on selected focus point on center focus point when non CPU lens is used Metering range ISO 100 f 1 4 lens 20 C 68 F e Matrix or center weighted metering 0 to 20 EV e Spot metering 2 to 20 EV Exposure meter coupling Combined CPU and
25. the 2016 pixel RGB sensor and image sensor to precisely analyze every shooting scene before a picture is taken and then apply the data to fine tune the autofocus auto exposure I TTL balanced fill flash and auto white balance control The result profound accuracy 1 Based on CIPA Guidelines 2 When shot in JPEG Performance with Creative Purpose Engin eered to draw out your photographic instincts The power to display and edit Whether in bright sunlight or dim interiors it is critical tor photographers to easily be able to check images and camera information through the camera s LCD The Dt s large 8 cm 3 2 in approx 921k dot high definition LCD monitor has a wide viewing angle delivering clear visibility with less surface reflection thanks to an integrated glass and panel structure The extended color reproduction range ensures better image reviewing The playback zoom can magnify large size FX format images up to approx 30x by length comparison for quick and ae accurate focus confirmation The LCD s text and background colors 7 switch as your location s ambient During optical viewfinder light changes so that you can ee ai geek view camera information more information display even when clearly The convenient z button the LCD monitor is turned off a Fe aac Br Mae elas body ieee allows direct access to menu settings Simply press the button to change settings and modes both during optical viewfinder shoo
26. ting and live view shooting all without digging deep into the During live view shooting Settings can be changed on the Menu Pressing this button during cia playback prompts a variety of CSC retouch menu options to appear a on the monitor Prey Red eye correction a imm Monochrome l Filter effects S Color balance Image overlay NEF RAW processing During playback Quick access to the retouch menu y i a ge m 4 8 F EEEE LEREN ERTE fo gii Fon E pa ei AF S ISO AUTO The power to adapt In live view shooting the Df has a new 9 cell framing grid display in addition to the 16 cell framing grid for better 3 2 aspect ratio composition as well as 16 9 and 1 1 aspect ratios for post shoot trimming Virtual horizon displays the rolling and pitching directions on the LCD monitor while the rolling direction can be seen in the viewfinder Spot White Balance lets you easily acquire preset manual data based on a specific area within the frame you select during live view You can quickly reach a completely faithful white balance setting for your selected subject by moving the target across the entire frame with the multi selector This eliminates the need to use a gray card and allows you to quickly acquire preset data even from a distant subject This is convenient when shooting indoors where light sources are more likely to be mixed Virtual horizon indicates rolling an
27. trol Pro 2 Camera Control Pro 2 Upgrade Personal computer Capture NX 2 ViewNX 2 Capture NX 2 Upgrade Supplied accessories Non Nikon products Specifications Type of camera Single lens reflex digital camera Lens mount Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts Effective angle of view Nikon FX format Effective pixels 16 2 million Image sensor 36 0 x 23 9 mm CMOS sensor Total pixels 16 6 million Dust reduction system Image sensor cleaning Image Dust Off reference data optional Capture NX 2 software required FX format 36 x 24 4 928 x 3 280 L 3 696 x 2 456 M 2 464 x 1 640 S DX format 24 x 16 3 200 x 2 128 L 2 400 x 1 592 M 1 600 x 1 064 S e NEF RAW 12 or 14 bit lossless compressed compressed or uncompressed e TIFF RGB e JPEG JPEG Baseline compliant with fine approx 1 4 normal approx 1 8 or basic approx 1 16 compression Size priority optimal quality compression available e NEF RAW JPEG Single photograph recorded in both NEF RAW and JPEG formats Picture Control System Standard Neutral Vivid Monochrome Portrait Landscape selected Picture Control can be modified storage for custom Picture Controls Image size pixels File format Storage media SD Secure Digital and UHS I compliant SDHC and SDXC memory cards File system DCF Design Rule for Camera File System 2 0 DPOF
28. urned back and the scene seemed to transform into a painterly tableau e Lens AF S NIKKOR 28mm f 1 8G e Image quality 14 bit RAW NEF e Exposure A mode 1 640 second f 11 e White balance Auto 1 e Sensitivity ISO 400 e Picture Control Landscape jJeremy Walker When the rain finally broke I went for a walk around the lake and spotted the remains of this boat The sky cleared as I approached and the clouds reflected off the calm placid water giving the scene something I responded to Alone in the landscape with my camera time seemed to stand still e Lens AF S NIKKOR 35mm f 1 4G e Image quality 14 bit RAW NEF e Exposure M mode 1 125 second f 2 e White balance Auto 2 e Sensitivity ISO 3200 e Picture Control Standard 7Feremy Walker Unrushed and undisturbed whisky develops in these casks maturing over time I moved slowly through the dimly ht distillery quietly searching for moments like witnessing these two whisky makers in muted conversation Time and silence made good partners e Lens AF S NIKKOR 70 200mm f 4G ED VR e Image quality 14 bit RAW NEF e Exposure A mode 1 1 250 second f 5 6 e White balance Auto 1 e Sensitivity ISO 1600 e Picture Control Standard Feremy Walker Wherever I go the camera leads me somewhere new Energized and unburdened I pushed forward with a new sense of freedom as I pursued more opportunities The longer I walked the more photographs I
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