Nikon D3s 6MB07411-03 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERAEnUser's ManualPrinted in JapanSB0C03(11)6MB07411-03No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for bri

viii❚❚ Retouching PhotographsHow do I get rid of an unwanted photo?Deleting individual photos240Can I delete several photos at once? Delete 242Can I z

74yEditing MoviesTrim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. To view movie retouch options, display a movie

75y3 Save the copy.Select Ye s and press J to save the edited copy. If necessary, the copy can be trimmed as described above to remove additional foo

76ySaving Selected Frames1 Choose Save selected frame.To save a selected frame as a JPEG still, highlight Save selected frame in the edit movie menu a

d77dImage Recording OptionsThis section describes how to choose image area, quality, and size and how to choose the role played by memory card slot 2.

78dImage AreaThe camera’s FX format (36.0 × 23.9 mm) image sensor can be used to record pictures with an image area (picture angle) equivalent to a 35

79d❚❚ Choose Image AreaChoose the image area used when a non-DX lens is attached or a DX-lens is attached with Off selected for Auto DX crop (0 81).Op

80dA Image AreaThe selected option is shown in the information display.A DX LensesDX lenses are designed for use with DX format cameras and have a sma

81dImage area can be set using the Image area option in the shooting menu or by pressing the Fn button and rotating a command dial.❚❚ The Image Area M

82d❚❚ The Fn ButtonThe image area can be selected by pressing the Fn button and rotating the main or sub-command dial until the desired crop is displa

83dImage QualityThe D3S supports the following image quality options. See page 420 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at dif

ix❚❚ Viewing or Printing Photographs on Other Devices❚❚ Optional AccessoriesQuestion Key phrase0Can I view my photos on TV? Television playback 269Can

84dImage quality is set by pressing the QUAL button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the rear control pane

85dThe following options can be accessed from the shooting menu. Press the G button to display the menus, highlight the desired option and press 2.❚❚

86dImage SizeImage size is measured in pixels. Choose from Large, Medium, or Small (note that image size varies depending on the option selected for I

87dA NEF (RAW) ImagesNote that the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) images. When opened in software such as ViewNX

88dSlot 2Use the Slot 2 option in the shooting menu (0 284) to choose the role played by the memory card in slot 2.For information on saving movies to

N89NFocus – Controlling How the Camera FocusesThis section describes the options that control how your camera focuses.Focus Mode ...

90NFocus ModeFocus mode is controlled by the focus-mode selector on the front of the camera. There are two autofocus (AF) modes, in which the camera f

91NA The B ButtonsFor the purpose of focusing the camera, pressing either of the B buttons has the same effect as pressing the shutter-release button

92NAF-Area ModeAF-area mode determines how the focus point is selected in autofocus mode (0 90). To select the AF-area mode, rotate the AF-area mode s

93NA AF-Area ModeAF-area mode is shown in the information display.A Manual FocusSingle-point AF is automatically selected when manual focus is used.A

xQ&A Index ...ivFor Your Safety ...

94NFocus Point SelectionThe D3S offers a choice of 51 focus points that together cover a wide area of the frame. The focus point can be selected manua

95NA Portrait (Tall-Orientation) PhotographsWhen framing shots in portrait (“tall”) orientation, use the command dials to select the focus point. For

96NFocus LockFocus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus poi

97NContinuous-servo AFPress the AE-L/AF-L button to lock both focus and exposure (an AE-L icon appears in the viewfinder, see page 132). Focus and exp

98NGetting Good Results with AutofocusAutofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the ca

99NManual FocusManual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the de

100NThe Electronic RangefinderIf the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the

k101kRelease Mode– Single Frame, Continuous, Quiet Shutter-Release, Self-Timer, or Mirror UpRelease mode determines how the camera takes photographs:

102kChoosing a Release ModeThe camera supports the following release modes:Mode DescriptionSSingle frameCamera takes one photograph each time shutter-

103kTo choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting.Release modedialRelease m

xiFocus and Shoot... 49Viewing Photographs...

104kContinuous ModeTo take pictures in CH (continuous high speed) and CL (continuous low speed) modes:1 Select CH or CL mode.Press the release mode di

105kA Buffer SizeThe approximate number of images that can be stored in the memory buffer at current settings is shown in the exposure-count displays

106kSelf-Timer ModeThe self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. To use the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod (reco

107k3 Start the timer.Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer. The self-timer lamp will start to blink. Two seconds befo

108kMirror up ModeChoose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. Use of a tripod is recommended.1 Select

S109SISO Sensitivity– Reacting Faster to Light“ISO sensitivity” is the digital equivalent of film speed. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less lig

110SChoosing ISO Sensitivity ManuallyISO sensitivity can be set to values between ISO 200 and ISO 12800 in steps equivalent to 1/3 EV. Settings of fro

111SA The ISO Sensitivity MenuISO sensitivity can also be adjusted using the ISO sensitivity option in the shooting menu (0 284).A Hi 0.3–Hi 3The sett

112SAuto ISO Sensitivity ControlIf On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > ISO sensitivity auto control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity

113S3 Adjust settings.The maximum value for auto ISO sensitivity can be selected using Maximum sensitivity (the minimum value for auto ISO sensitivity

xiiISO Sensitivity 109Choosing ISO Sensitivity Manually...110Auto ISO Sensitivity Control ...

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V115ZExposure– Controlling How the Camera Sets ExposureThis section describes the options available to control exposure, including metering, exposure

116ZMeteringMetering determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available:Method Descriptiona3D color matrix IIRecommended in

117ZTo choose a metering method, press the metering selector lock button and rotate the metering selector until the desired mode is displayed in the v

118ZExposure ModeExposure mode determines how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture when adjusting exposure. Four modes are available: programmed

119ZA Depth-of-Field PreviewTo preview the effects of aperture, press and hold the Pv button. The lens will be stopped down to the aperture value sele

120Ze: Programmed AutoIn this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal expo

121ZA Flexible ProgramIn exposure mode e, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the main command dial while

122Zf: Shutter-Priority AutoIn shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produ

123Zg: Aperture-Priority AutoIn aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will pro

xiiiFlash Photography 185Using a Flash ...186The Nikon Creative Li

124Z3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.A Non-CPU Lenses (0 366, 369)Use the lens aperture ring to adjust aperture. If the maximum aperture of the

125Zh: ManualIn manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in manual exposure mode:1 Select exposure mode

126Z2 Choose aperture and shutter speed.While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the sub-command

127ZA AF Micro NIKKOR LensesProvided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be taken into account when the lens apertur

128ZLong Time-ExposuresAt a shutter speed of A, the shutter will remain open while the shutter-release button is held down. Use for long time-exposure

129Z3 Choose a shutter speed.While the exposure meters are active, rotate the main command dial until “A” appears in the shutter-speed displays. The e

130ZShutter-Speed and Aperture LockThe F button can be used to lock shutter speed at the value selected in shutter-priority auto or manual exposure mo

131Z❚❚ Aperture LockTo lock aperture at the selected value, press the F button and rotate the sub-command dial until F icons appear in the viewfinder

132ZAutoexposure (AE) LockUse autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after metering exposure.1 Select center-weighted or spot metering (0 116).Mat

133Z3 Recompose the photograph.Keeping the AE-L/AF-L button pressed, recompose the photograph and shoot.A Metered AreaIn spot metering, exposure will

xivConnections 253Connecting to a Computer ...254Direct USB Connection...

134ZExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker.In

135ZExposure compensation can be set to values between –5 EV (underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure) in increments of 1/3 EV. In general, choose posi

136ZBracketingBracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” t

137Z2 Choose the number of shots.Pressing the D button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence. The num

138Z3 Select an exposure increment.Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment.At default settings, the size o

139Z4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected.

140Z❚❚ Canceling BracketingTo cancel bracketing, press the D button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing seque

141Z❚❚ White Balance BracketingThe camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on whi

142Z3 Select a white balance increment.Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is ro

143Z4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.Each shot will be processed to create the number of copies specified in the bracketing program, and each co

xvA Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings ...292B: Custom Setting Bank ...294A:

144Z❚❚ Canceling BracketingTo cancel bracketing, press the D button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing seque

145Z❚❚ ADL BracketingThe camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 181.1 Select

146Z3 Select Active D-Lighting.Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose Active D-Lighting.Active D-Lighting is shown in the top co

147Z4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bra

148Z❚❚ Canceling BracketingTo cancel bracketing, press the D button and rotate the main command dial until the number of shots in the bracketing seque

r149rWhite Balance– Keeping Colors TrueThe color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able

150rWhite Balance OptionsFor natural coloration, choose a white balance setting that matches the light source before shooting. The following options a

151rAuto white balance is recommended with most light sources. If the desired results can not be achieved with auto white balance, choose an option fr

152rA Color TemperatureThe perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions. Color temperature is an objective measure of

153rFine-Tuning White BalanceWhite balance can be “fine tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliber

xvie3: Modeling Flash... 312e4: Auto Bracketing Set ...

154r2 Fine tune white balance.Use the multi selector to fine-tune white balance. White balance can be fine tuned on the amber (A)–blue (B) axis and th

155rA White Balance Fine TuningThe colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm”

156r❚❚ The WB ButtonAt settings other than K (Choose color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the WB button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the a

157rChoosing a Color TemperatureWhen K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance, color temperature can be selected by pressing the WB button

158rPreset ManualPreset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light

159rThe camera can store up to five values for preset white balance in presets d-0 through d-4. A descriptive comment can be added to any white balanc

160r❚❚ Measuring a Value for White Balance1 Light a reference object.Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the

161r4 Measure white balance.Before the indicators stop flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter-rele

162r6 Select preset d-0.If the new value for preset white balance will be used immediately, select preset d-0 by pressing the WB button and rotating t

163r❚❚ Copying White Balance from d-0 to Presets d-1–d-4Follow the steps below to copy a measured value for white balance from d-0 to any of the other

xviiMonochrome ...347Filter Effects ...

164r❚❚ Copying White Balance from a Photograph (d-1–d-4 Only)Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a

165r4 Highlight a source image.Highlight the source image. To view the highlighted image full frame, press the N button.To view images in other locati

166r❚❚ Selecting a White Balance PresetTo set white balance to a preset value:1 Select L (Preset manual).Highlight Preset manual in the white balance

167rA Selecting a White Balance Preset: the WB ButtonAt a setting of L (Preset manual), presets can also be selected by pressing the WB button and rot

168r❚❚ Entering a CommentFollow the steps below to enter a descriptive comment of up to thirty-six characters for a selected white balance preset.1 Se

J169JImage EnhancementThis chapter describes how to optimize sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation and hue using Picture Controls, how to prese

170JPicture ControlsNikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, bright

171JA Preset Picture Controls Versus Custom Picture ControlsThe Picture Controls supplied with the camera are referred to as preset Picture Controls.

172JModifying Existing Picture ControlsExisting preset or custom Picture Controls (0 176) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative int

173J❚❚ Picture Control SettingsOption DescriptionQuick adjustChoose from options between –2 and +2 to reduce or exaggerate the effect of the selected

Where to Find ItFind what you’re looking for from:HelpUse the camera’s on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. See page 25 for

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

174JD Active D-LightingContrast and Brightness can not be adjusted when Active D-Lighting (0181) is on. Any manual adjustments currently in effect wil

175JA Toning (Monochrome Only)Pressing 3 when Toning is selected displays saturation options. Press 4 or 2 to adjust saturation. Saturation control is

176JCreating Custom Picture ControlsThe preset Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls.1 Select

177J4 Edit the selected Picture Control.See page 173 for more information. To abandon any changes and start over from default settings, press the O bu

178JA Manage Picture Control > RenameCustom Picture Controls can be renamed at any time using the Rename option in the Manage Picture Control menu.

179JSharing Custom Picture ControlsCustom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX or optional software such a

180JA Use Slot 1Slot 1 is used when saving custom Picture Controls to a memory card or copying custom Picture Controls to the camera. Cards in slot 2

181JActive D-LightingActive D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast

182JTo use Active D-Lighting:1 Select Active D-Lighting in the shooting menu.To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Active D-Lighting in

183JColor SpaceThe color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. Choose a color space according to how photographs will

xixA Do not use in the presence of flammable gasDo not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or

184JA Color SpaceColor spaces define the correspondence between colors and the numeric values that represent them in a digital image file. The sRGB co

l185lFlash Photography– Using Optional Flash UnitsThis chapter describes how to use the camera with optional flash units that support the Nikon Creati

186lUsing a FlashThe camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. Optional flash units ca

187lThe Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compa

188lThe following features are available with the SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, and SB-R200:1 Only available when SU-800 is used to control other fl

189lOther Flash UnitsThe following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. If they are set to TTL, the camera shutter-release button

190lD Notes on Optional Flash UnitsRefer to the flash unit manual for detailed instructions. If the unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-com

191lD Notes on Optional Flash Units (Continued)The SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, and SB-400 provide red-eye reduction in red-eye reduction and slow sync wit

192li-TTL Flash ControlWhen a CLS-compatible flash unit is set to TTL, the camera automatically selects one of the following types of flash control:i-

193lFlash ModesThe camera supports the following flash modes:Flash mode DescriptionFront-curtain syncThis mode is recommended for most situations. In

xxA Observe proper precautions when handling the quick charger• Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.•

194l❚❚ Choosing a Flash ModeTo choose the flash mode, press the M button and rotate the main command dial until the desired flash mode is selected in

195lA Studio Flash SystemsRear-curtain sync can not be used with studio flash systems, as the correct synchronization can not be obtained.A Shutter Sp

196lFV LockThis feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash o

197l4 Focus.Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus.5 Lock flash level.After confirming

198l8 Release FV lock.Press the Fn button to release FV lock. Confirm that the FV lock icons (P and e) are no longer displayed in the top control pane

t199tOther Shooting OptionsThis chapter covers restoring default settings, making multiple exposures, interval timer photography, and using GPS units

200tTwo-Button Reset: Restoring Default SettingsThe camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the ISO and WB buttons d

201tThe following shooting-menu options will also be reset. Only settings in the bank currently selected using the Shooting menu bank option will be r

202tMultiple ExposureFollow the steps below to record a series of two to ten exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures can be recorded at a

203t2 Select a mode.Highlight Multiple exposure mode and press 2.Highlight one of the following and press J:• To take a series of multiple exposures,

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

204t3 Choose the number of shots.Highlight Number of shots and press 2.Press 1 or 3 to choose the number of exposures that will be combined to form a

205t4 Adjust gain.Highlight Auto gain and press 2.Highlight one of the following options and press J.5 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.In continu

206tThe n icon will blink until shooting ends. If On (single photo) is selected, multiple exposure shooting ends automatically when the multiple expos

207tD Multiple ExposureDo not remove or replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure.Multiple exposures can not be recorded in live vie

208tInterval Timer PhotographyThe camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals.1 Select Interval timer shooting in the sho

209t3 Choose a start time.Press 4 or 2 to highlight hours or minutes; press 1 or 3 to change. The starting time is not displayed if Now is selected fo

210t6 Start shooting.Highlight Start > On and press J (to return to the shooting menu without starting the interval timer, highlight Start > Off

211tA BracketingAdjust bracketing settings before starting interval timer photography. If exposure, flash, or ADL bracketing is active while interval

212t❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer PhotographyInterval time photography can be paused by:•Pressing the J button between intervals• Highlighting Start >

213t❚❚ Interrupting Interval Timer PhotographyInterval timer shooting will end automatically if the battery is exhausted. Interval timer photography c

xxiiNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested an

214tNon-CPU LensesBy specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user can gain access to a variety of CPU lens functions when u

215t❚❚ The Non-CPU Lens Data Menu1 Select Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu.Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Non-CPU lens data in

216t5 Select Done.Highlight Done and press J. The specified focal length and aperture will be stored under the chosen lens number. This combination of

217tUsing a GPS UnitA GPS unit can be connected to the ten-pin remote terminal, allowing the current latitude, longitude, altitude, Coordinated Univer

218t❚❚ Other GPS UnitsGarmin GPS units that conform to version 2.01 or 3.01 of the National Marine Electronics Association NMEA0183 data format can be

219t❚❚ The k IconWhen the camera establishes communication with a GPS device, a k icon will be displayed in the top control panel. Photo information f

220t❚❚ Setup Menu OptionsThe GPS item in the setup menu contains the options listed below.• Auto meter off: Choose whether or not the exposure meters

I221IMore About Playback– Playback OptionsThis chapter describes how to play back photographs and details the operations that can be performed during

222IFull-Frame PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor.A Rotate TallTo displ

223ITo Use DescriptionView additional photographsPress 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs in reverse order.View photo info

xxiiiDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely er

224IPlay movieIf current picture is marked with 1 icon to show that it is a movie, pressing center of multi selector starts movie playback (0 73).Edit

225IPhoto InformationPhoto information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. There are up to 9 pages of information for each pho

226I❚❚ File Information1Displayed only if Focus point is selected for Display mode (0 277).2 If photograph was taken in focus mode S, display shows po

227I❚❚ Highlights11 Displayed only if Highlights is selected for Display mode (0 277).2 Blinking areas indicate highlights (areas that may be overexpo

228I❚❚ RGB Histogram11 Displayed only if RGB histogram is selected for Display mode (0 277).2 Blinking areas indicate highlights (areas that may be ov

229I4 Some sample histograms are shown below:• If the image contains objects with a wide range of brightnesses, the distribution of tones will be rela

230I❚❚ Shooting Data Page 111 Displayed only if Data is selected for Display mode (0 277).2 Displayed in red if photo was taken with ISO sensitivity a

231I❚❚ Shooting Data Page 211 Displayed only if Data is selected for Display mode (0 277).2 Standard and Vivid Picture Controls only.3 Neutral, Monoch

232I❚❚ Shooting Data Page 311 Displayed only if Data is selected for Display mode (0 277).2 Displayed in yellow if 1.2× (30×20), DX (24 ×16) or 5:4(30

233I❚❚ GPS Data11 Displayed only if GPS device was used when photo was taken (0 217).2 Displayed only if GPS device is equipped with electronic compas

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

234I❚❚ Overview Data1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with ISO sensitivity auto control on.2 -- is displayed if photo was taken using optional Pic

235IViewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail PlaybackTo display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images, press the N button and rotate the ma

236IPage through imagesN+Press N button and rotate sub-command dial to scroll through images a page at a time.Delete highlighted photoOSee page 240 fo

237ITaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPress the N button and rotate the main command dial right to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playb

238IProtecting Photographs from DeletionIn full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, the L button can be used to protect photographs from accidental d

239IA Voice MemosChanges to the protect status of images also apply to any voice memos that may have been recorded with the images. Voice memo overwri

240IDeleting PhotographsTo delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O button. To delete

241IA See AlsoThe After delete option in the playback menu determines whether the next image or the previous image is displayed after an image is dele

242IThe Playback MenuSelect Delete in the playback menu to delete pictures and their associated voice memos. Note that depending on the number of imag

243I3 Select the highlighted picture.Press the center of the multi selector to select the highlighted picture. Selected pictures are marked by a O ico

X1XIntroductionThis chapter covers information you will need to know before using the camera, including the names of camera parts.Overview...

244I

e245eVoice Memos– Recording and PlaybackThe camera is equipped with a built-in microphone, allowing voice memos to be added to photographs. Voice memo

246eRecording Voice MemosVoice memos up to sixty seconds long can be added to photographs using the built-in microphone. Readying the Camera for Recor

247e❚❚ Voice Memo OverwriteThis option controls whether the voice memo for the most recent photograph can be overwritten in shooting mode. The followi

248eAutomatic Recording (Shooting Mode)If On (Auto and manual) is selected for Voice memo (0 246), a voice memo will be added to the most recent photo

249ePlayback ModeTo add a voice memo to the photograph currently displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list (0 222, 235):1

250eA Interrupting RecordingRecording will end automatically if:•The G button is pressed to display the menus•The K button is pressed• The shutter-rel

251ePlaying Voice MemosVoice memos can be played back over the camera’s built-in speaker when the associated image is viewed in full-frame playback or

252eVoice Memo Playback OptionsThe Voice memo options > Audio output item in the setup menu controls whether voice memos are played back over the c

Q253QConnections– Connecting to External DevicesThis chapter describes how to copy photographs to a computer, how to print pictures, and how to view t

2XOverviewThank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get th

254QConnecting to a ComputerThis section describes how to use the supplied UC-E4 USB cable to connect the camera to a computer. Before connecting the

255QDirect USB ConnectionConnect the camera using the supplied UC-E4 USB cable.1 Turn the camera off.2 Turn the computer on. Turn the computer on and

256Q4 Turn the camera on.5 Transfer photographs.Nikon Transfer will start automatically; click the Start Transfer button to transfer photographs (for

257QWireless and Ethernet NetworksIf the optional WT-4 wireless transmitter (0 372) is attached, photographs can be transferred or printed over wirele

258QPrinting PhotographsTo print selected JPEG pictures on a PictBridge printer via direct USB connection, follow the steps below.Take photographsSele

259QConnecting the PrinterConnect the camera using the supplied UC-E4 USB cable.1 Turn the camera off.2 Connect the USB cable.Turn the printer on and

260QPrinting Pictures One at a Time1 Select a picture.Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press 1 or 3 to view photo information (0 225), or pre

261Q3 Adjust printing options.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select.Option DescriptionPage sizeMenu shown at right will be display

262Q4 Start printing.Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J.CroppingMenu shown at

263QPrinting Multiple Pictures1 Display the PictBridge menu.Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display (see Step 3 on page 259).2 Choose Pr

3XGetting to Know the CameraTake a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this sec

264Q3 Select pictures.Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card (to view images in other locations, press 1 while press

265Q5 Adjust printing options.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select.6 Start printing.Select Start printing and press J to start pr

266Q❚❚ Creating Index PrintsTo create an index print of all JPEG pictures on the memory card, select Index print in Step 2 of “Printing Multiple Pictu

267QCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set (DPOF) option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-com

268Q3 Select imprint options.Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order witho

269QViewing Photographs on TVThe supplied EG-D2 audio/video (A/V) cable can be used to connect the D3S to a television or VCR for playback or recordin

270Q4 Turn the camera on and press K button.During playback, images will be displayed both on the television screen and in the camera monitor.A Video

271QHigh-Definition DevicesThe camera can be connected to HDMI devices using a type C mini-pin HDMI cable (available separately from commercial source

272Q4 Turn the camera on and press K button.During playback, images will be displayed on the high-definition television or monitor screen; the camera

U273UMenu GuideThis chapter describes the options available in the camera menus.D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ... 274C The

iPackage ContentsBe sure all items listed here were included with your camera. Memory cards are sold separately.•Warranty• User’s Manual (this guide)•

4XCamera Body (Continued)1 Mirror ... 108, 3812 Self-timer lamp... 1073 Microphone (for mo

274UD The Playback Menu: Managing ImagesTo display the playback menu, press G and select the K (playback menu) tab.G buttonOption0Delete 242Playback f

275UChoose a folder for playback.Hide or reveal selected pictures as described below. Hidden pictures are visible only in the Hide image menu and can

276U2 Select pictures.Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and

277UChoose the information available in the playback photo information display (0225).1 Select options.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option, then press

278UCopy photographs from the memory card in slot 1 to the memory card in slot 2.1 Choose Select image(s).Highlight Select image(s) and press 2.2 Sele

279U4 Select additional images.Highlight pictures and press the center of the multi selector to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture fu

280U7 Copy the images.Highlight Copy image(s)? and press 2.A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Ye s and press J. Press J again to exit

281UChoose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed

282UChoose whether to rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display during playback. Note that because the camera itself is already in the

283UThe dialog shown at right is displayed when the show ends. Select Restart to restart or Exit to return to the playback menu.❚❚ Audio PlaybackChoos

5XD The Microphone and SpeakerDo not place the microphone or speaker in close proximity to magnetic devices. Failure to observe this precaution could

284UC The Shooting Menu: Shooting OptionsTo display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.G buttonOption 0 Option 0Shooting

285UShooting menu options are stored in one of four banks. With the exceptions of Extended menu banks, Interval timer shooting, Multiple exposure, and

286U❚❚ Renaming Shooting Menu BanksSelecting Rename in the Shooting menu bank menu displays the list of shooting menu banks shown in Step 1.1 Select a

287U3 Save changes and exit.After editing the name, press J to save changes and exit. The Shooting menu bank menu will be displayed.Select Ye s to re

288USelect the folder in which subsequent images will be stored.❚❚ Select Folder by Number1 Select Select folder by number.Highlight Select folder by

289U❚❚ Select Folder from List1 Choose Select folder from list.Highlight Select folder from list and press 2.2 Highlight a folder.Press 1 or 3 to high

290UPhotographs are saved using file names consisting of “DSC_” or, in the case of images that use the Adobe RGB color space, “_DSC”, followed by a fo

291UIf On is selected, photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s will be processed to reduce noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels or fog). T

292UA Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsTo display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab.Custom Sett

293UThe following Custom Settings are available:Custom Setting0B Custom setting bank 294A Reset custom settings 294a Autofocusa1 AF-C priority selecti

6XCamera Body (Continued)1 Viewfinder eyepiece... 422 Eyepiece shutter lever... 423 O (delete) button ...

294UCustom Settings are stored in one of four banks. Changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination o

295UThis option controls whether photographs can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority) or only when the camera is

296UThis option controls whether photographs can be taken only when the camera is in focus (focus priority) or whenever the shutter-release button is

297Ud 21 pointsIf the subject leaves the selected focus point, the camera will focus based on information from the surrounding 20 focus points. Choose

298UThis option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject during continuous-servo AF.If Shutter/AF-ON is s

299UThe options in this menu control whether or not the focus points are illuminated.Choose whether focus-point selection “wraps around” from one edge

300UChoose the number of focus points available for manual focus-point selection.Choose the function performed when the B button is pressed.a8: AF Poi

301UChoose the function assigned to the B button for vertical shooting.E AE lock (Hold)Exposure locks when the B button is pressed, and remains locked

302USelect the increments used when making adjustments to ISO sensitivity (0 110). If possible, the current ISO sensitivity setting is maintained when

303UThis option controls whether the E button is needed to set exposure compensation (0 134). If On (Auto reset) or On is selected, the 0 at the cente

7X1 Viewfinder... 412 A (AE/AF lock) button...96, 97, 3213 B (AF-ON) button... 5

304UWhen calculating exposure, center-weighted metering assigns the greatest weight to a circle in the center of the frame. The diameter (φ) of this c

305UIf Off is selected, exposure only locks when the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed. If On is selected, exposure will also lock when the shutter-release

306UChoose how long the monitor remains on when no operations are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image revie

307UChoose the maximum frame advance rate for CH (continuous high-speed) and CL (continuous low-speed) modes. Note that the frame advance rate may dr

308UWhen a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding one to the last file number used. This option controls whether file numbering cont

309UChoose the information displayed in the viewfinder and rear control panel.If Auto (AUTO) is selected, the color of the lettering in the informatio

310UChoose On to display tool tips for items selected in the information display (0 17).If Off is selected, the control panel backlights (LCD illumina

311UThis option controls flash sync speed.e: Bracketing/Flashe1: Flash Sync SpeedG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption Description1/250 s (Auto FP)U

312UThis option determines the slowest shutter speed available when using front- or rear-curtain sync or red-eye reduction in programmed auto or apert

313UThis option determines which settings are affected when AE & flash or AE only is selected for Custom Setting e4 in manual exposure mode.Flash

8XThe Top Control Panel1Shutter speed... 122, 126Exposure compensation value... 134Number of shots in exposure and flash brac

314UThis option determines the role assigned to the center of the multi selector in shooting and playback modes (regardless of the option selected, pr

315U❚❚ Live ViewIf Reset meter-off delay is selected, operating the multi selector when the exposure meters are off (0 45) will activate the exposure

316UChoose the role played by the Fn button, either by itself (Fn button press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Fn button + comman

317UNote that none of these options can be combined with Fn button + command dials > Dynamic AF area; see page 319.tBracketing burstIf the Fn butto

318U❚❚ Fn button + command dialsSelecting Fn button + command dials for Custom Setting f4 displays the following options:A Virtual HorizonWhen Virtual

319U❚❚ Portrait (Tall-Orientation) PhotographsTo use the command dials to select the focus point when framing shots in portrait (“tall”) orientation:1

320U2 Unlock the shutter-release button for vertical shooting.3 Select the focus point.With the camera in portrait (“tall”) orientation, select a focu

321UChoose the role played by the Pv button, either by itself (Preview button press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Preview + com

322UChoose the role played by the D button. This option controls the operation of the main and sub-command dials.f7: Assign BKT ButtonG button ➜ A Cus

323UAperture settingIf Sub-command dial is selected, aperture can only be adjusted with the sub-command dial (or with the main command dial if On is s

9X16FV lock indicator ... 19717Flash sync indicator... 31118Clock battery indicator...35, 3

324USelecting Ye s allows adjustments that are normally made by holding the I, E, D, M, ISO, QUAL, or WB button and rotating a command dial to be mad

325UB The Setup Menu: Camera SetupTo display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab.G buttonOption0Option0Format memory card 326 Vo

326UTo begin formatting, choose a memory card slot and select Ye s . Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card

327UAcquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual).Ima

328U2 Frame a featureless white object in the viewfinder.With the lens about ten centimeters (four inches) from a well-lit, featureless white object,

329UWhen connecting the camera to a television or VCR via the audio/video (A/V OUT) connector, be sure the camera video mode matches the device video

330UReduce flicker and banding when shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during live view or movie recording. Choose a frequency which

331UChoose a language for camera menus and messages. The following options are available.Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments

332UPhotographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback (0 282

333UView information on the battery currently inserted in the camera.Battery InfoG button ➜ B setup menuItem DescriptionBattery meterThe current batte

10XThe Rear Control PanelA LCD IlluminatorsRotating the power switch toward D activates the exposure meters and the control panel backlights (LCD illu

334UChoose s On to embed image authentication information in new photographs as they are taken, allowing alterations to be detected using Nikon’s opti

335UAdd copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is visible on the fourth shooting data page in the photo inf

336USelect Save settings to save the following settings to the memory card in slot 1 (if the memory card is full, an error will be displayed; 0 405).

337USettings saved using the D3S can be restored by selecting Load settings. Note that Save/load settings is only available when a memory card is inse

338UDisplay a virtual horizon based on information from the camera image sensor. If the camera is level, the reference line will be displayed in green

339UFine-tune focus for up to 20 lens types. AF tuning is not recommended in most situations and may interfere with normal focus; use only when requir

340UView the current camera firmware version.D AF TuningThe camera may be unable to focus at minimum range or at infinity when AF tuning is applied.D

341UN The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched CopiesTo display the retouch menu, press G and select the N (retouch menu) tab.The options in the retouch m

342UCreating Retouched CopiesTo create a retouched copy:1 Select an item in the retouch menu.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an item, 2 to select. Depending

343U3 Display retouch options.Press J to display retouch options (see the section for the selected option for details). To exit without creating a ret

11X1Image quality (JPEG images)...842“Remaining” indicator... 3093Image size...864I

344UD-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs.Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effec

345UThis option is used to correct “red-eye” caused by the flash and is available only with photographs taken using a flash. The photograph selected f

346UCreate a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped co

347UCopy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome).Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the select

348UChoose from the following color filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph.Use the multi se

349UImage overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, whi

350U2 Display NEF (RAW) images.Press J to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera.3 Select a photogr

351U5 Set gain.Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select the gain for image 1 from values betwee

352U8 Save the overlay.Press J while the preview is displayed to save the overlay. After an overlay is created, the resulting image will be displayed

353UCreate JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs.1 Select NEF (RAW) processing.Highlight NEF (RAW) processing and press 2 to display a picture selectio

12XThe Viewfinder Display1 12-mm reference circle for center-weighted metering... 1162 AF area brackets ...41,

354U3 Adjust NEF (RAW) processing settings.Choose image quality (0 83), image size (0 86), white balance (0 150), exposure compensation (0 134), a Pic

355UCreate small copies of selected photographs.1 Select Resize.Highlight Resize and press 2. The dialog shown at right will be displayed.2 Choose a s

356U3 Choose pictures.Highlight Select image and press 2.The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight pictures using the multi selector and

357U Compare retouched copies to the original photographs.❚❚ Making a Side-by-Side Comparison1 Select Side-by-side comparison.Highlight Side-by-side c

358U3 Compare the copy with the original.The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create t

359UO My Menu: Creating a Custom MenuTo display My Menu, press G and select the O (My Menu) tab.The My Menu option can be used to create and edit a cu

360U3 Select an item.Highlight the desired menu item and press J.4 Position the new item.Press 1 or 3 to move the new item up or down in My Menu. Pres

361UDeleting Options from My Menu1 Select Remove items.In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2.2 Select items.Highlight items and press 2 t

362UReordering Options in My Menu1 Select Rank items.In My Menu (O), highlight Rank items and press 2.2 Select an item.Highlight the item you wish to

363UDisplaying Recent SettingsTo display the twenty most recently used settings, select m Recent settings for O My Menu > Choose tab.1 Select Choos

13X* Displayed when an optional flash unit is attached (0 187). The flash-ready indicator lights when the flash is charged.D No BatteryWhen the batter

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n365nTechnical Notes – Camera Care, Options, and ResourcesRead this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera

366nCompatible Lenses1 IX-NIKKOR lenses can not be used.2 Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses.3 Spot metering meters selected focus poin

367n9 When focusing at minimum focus distance with AF 80–200mm f/2.8, AF 35–70mm f/2.8, AF 28–85mm f/3.5–4.5 <New>, or AF 28–85mm f/3.5–4.5 lens

368nA Recognizing CPU and Type G and D LensesCPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type G and D lenses by a letter on the lens

369nA Compatible Non-CPU LensesIf lens data are specified using Non-CPU lens data (0 214), many of the features available with CPU lenses can also be

370nA Picture Angle and Focal LengthThe D3S can be used with Nikon lenses for 35mm (135) format cameras. If Auto DX crop is on and a 35mm format lens

371nA Picture Angle and Focal Length (Continued)The DX (24 ×16) picture angle is about 1.5 times smaller than the 35mm format picture angle, while the

372nOther AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D3S.Power sources• EN-EL4a and EN-EL4 Rechargeable Li-io

373nViewfinder eyepiece accessories• Focusing Screens (0 384): The focusing screens available for the D3S are listed below.• Rubber Eyepiece Cup DK-19

iiSymbols and ConventionsTo make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:Menu items, options, and m

14XThe Information DisplayShooting information, including shutter speed, aperture, frame count, number of exposures remaining, and AF-area mode, is di

374nViewfinder eyepiece accessories• DK-14 and DK-17A Antifog Finder Eyepieces: These viewfinder eyepieces prevent fogging in humid or cold conditions

375nPC card adapters • EC-AD1 PC Card Adapter: The EC-AD1 PC card adapter allows Type I CompactFlash memory cards to be inserted in PCMCIA card slots.

376nRemote terminal accessoriesThe D3S is equipped with a ten-pin remote terminal for remote control and automatic photography. The terminal is provid

377nCaring for the CameraStorageWhen the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the

378nThe Low-Pass FilterThe image sensor that acts as the camera’s picture element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moiré. If you suspect th

379n3 Select Clean now.Highlight Clean now and press 2.The message shown at right will be displayed while cleaning is in progress.The message shown at

380n2 Select an option.Highlight one of the following options and press J.Option Description5 Clean at startupThe image sensor is automatically cleane

381n❚❚ Manual CleaningIf foreign matter can not be removed from the low-pass filter using the Clean image sensor (0 378) option in the setup menu, the

382n4 Raise the mirror.Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will be raised and the shutter curtain will open, revealing the l

383nD Use a Reliable Power SourceThe shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers off while the mirror is raised, the curtain

15X1Exposure mode... 1182Flexible program indicator... 1213Shutter-speed lock icon... 1304Shutter

384nReplacing the Focusing ScreenA type B clear-matte VI focusing screen is inserted in the camera at shipment. To insert an optional type E clear-mat

385n5 Latch the screen holder.Push the front edge of holder upward until it clicks into place.D Replacing Focusing ScreensDo not touch the surface of

386nReplacing the Clock BatteryThe camera clock is powered by a CR1616 lithium battery with a life of about four years. If the B icon is displayed in

387n5 Close the clock battery chamber.Slide the clock battery chamber cover towards the back of the main battery chamber until it clicks into place.6

388nCaring for the Camera and Battery: CautionsDo not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration.Keep dry: This prod

389nCleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the cam

390nTurn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source: Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on or

391nBatteries: Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning and should be removed with a soft, dry cloth before use.Batteries

392nDefaultsThe default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button reset, see page 200.❚❚ Playback M

393n❚❚ Custom Settings Menu Defaults*Long exp. NR (0 291) OffHigh ISO NR (0 291) NormalISO sensitivity settings (0 109)ISO sensitivity (0 110) 200ISO

16XThe Information Display (Continued)21Release mode (single frame/continuous) indicator... 102Continuous shooting speed...

394na7 Focus point wrap-around (0 299) No wrapa8 AF point selection (0 300) 51 pointsa9 AF-ON button (0 300) AF-ONa10 Vertical AF-ON button (0 301) AF

395ne1 Flash sync speed (0 311) 1/250 se2 Flash shutter speed (0 312) 1/60 se3 Modeling flash (0 312) One4 Auto bracketing set (0 312) AE & flashe

396n❚❚ Setup Menu DefaultsOption DefaultLCD brightness (0 326) 0Clean image sensorClean at startup/shutdown Cleaning offHDMI (0 329) AutoTime zone and

397nExposure ProgramThe exposure program for programmed auto is shown in the following graph:The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensi

398nTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon repre

399n❚❚ ShootingCamera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders.Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is full or not inserted (0 36, 44).• CPU

400nPhotos not recorded in live view mode: • Sound of mirror clicking down when shutter-release button was pressed halfway in hand-held mode was mista

401n❚❚ PlaybackEffects of Picture Control differ from image to image: A (auto) is selected for sharpening, contrast, or saturation. For consistent res

402n❚❚ MiscellaneousCan not change print order: Memory card is full: delete photos (0 44, 240).Can not select photo for printing: Photo is in NEF (RAW

403nError MessagesThis section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder, top control panel, and monitor.IndicatorProblem

17X❚❚ Changing Settings in the Information DisplayTo change settings for the items listed below, press the R button in the information display. Highli

404n—24(blinks)Camera unable to focus using autofocus.Focus manually. 99qSubject too bright; photo will be overexposed.• Use a lower ISO sensitivity11

405n—c(blinks)If indicator blinks for 3s after flash fires, photo may be underexposed.Check photo in monitor; if underexposed, adjust settings and try

406nIndicatorProblem Solution 0MonitorControl panelNo memory card. SCamera cannot detect memory card.Turn camera off and confirm that card is correctl

407nAll images are hidden.—All photos in current folder are hidden.No images can be played back until another folder has been selected or Hide image u

408nSpecifications❚❚ Nikon D3S Digital CameraTypeTypeSingle-lens reflex digital cameraLens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)Effec

409nPicture Control System Can be selected from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome; selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Pic

410nLensCompatible lenses • DX AF NIKKOR: All functions supported• Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All functions supported (PC Micro-NIKKOR does not support so

411nExposureMetering TTL exposure metering using 1,005-pixel RGB sensorMetering method • Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); co

412nFocusAutofocus Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, fine-tuning, and 51 focus points (including 15 cross-type

413nNikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-900, SB-800, or SU-800 as commander and SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, o

18XThe Camera StrapAttach the camera strap securely to the two eyelets on the camera body as shown below.The BS-2 Accessory Shoe CoverThe supplied BS-

414nMonitorMonitor 3-in., 921k-dot (VGA), low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with 170 ° viewing angle, 100% frame coverage, and brightness adjustment

415n• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 °C (68 °F).• Nikon

416nA Supported Standards• DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to e

417nCalibrating BatteriesThe MH-22 quick charger is equipped with a battery calibration feature. Calibrate the battery as required to ensure the accur

418nA Battery WarningIf the chamber and calibration lamps flash on and off in sequence when no battery is inserted, there is a problem with the charge

419nApproved Memory CardsThe following Type I CompactFlash memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D3S. Type II cards and microdrive

420nMemory Card CapacityThe following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 4 GB SanDisk Extreme IV (SDCFX4) card at

421n❚❚ DX (24×16) Image Area** Includes images taken with DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX crop.Image quality Image size File size1No. of ima

422n1 All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded.2 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer at ISO 200.

423nBattery LifeThe number of shots that can be taken with a fully-charged EN-EL4a battery (2,500 mAh) varies with the condition of the battery, tempe

19XQuick Start GuideFollow these steps for a quick start with the D3S.1 Charge the battery (0 26).2 Insert the battery (0 28).Attach the battery-chamb

424nThe following can reduce battery life:•Using the monitor• Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway• Repeated autofocus operations• Takin

425IndexSymbolsK (Single-point AF) ... 92, 93I (Dynamic-area AF) ... 92, 93, 296H (Auto-area AF) ...

426Auto image rotation... 332Auto meter off... 45, 305Auto meter-off delay...

427EEasy exposure compensation... 303Electronic rangefinder... 100Ethernet... 257, 3

428Image quality... 83Image review ... 224, 281Image size ...

429No. of copies (PictBridge [Setup] menu) 261Non-CPU lens ... 214Non-CPU lens data... 214, 215

430Shutter-release button 49, 50, 96, 132, 305Shutter-release button AE-L... 305Side-by-side comparison... 357Single-frame.

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20X5 Turn the camera on (0 43).6 Select single-servo autofocus (0 47, 90).Rotate the focus-mode selector to S (single-servo autofocus).7 Focus and sho

DIGITAL CAMERAEnUser's ManualPrinted in JapanSB1F04(11)6MB07411-04No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for bri

s21sTutorialThis section describes how to use the camera menus, how to ready the camera for use, and how to take your first pictures and play them bac

22sCamera MenusMost shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button.G buttonChoose

23sUsing Camera Menus❚❚ Menu ControlsThe multi selector and J button are used to navigate the menus.❚❚ Navigating the MenusFollow the steps below to n

iiiIntroductionTutorialImage Recording OptionsFocusRelease ModeISO SensitivityExposureWhite BalanceImage EnhancementFlash PhotographyOther Shooting Op

24s3 Select a menu.Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu.4 Position the cursor in the selected menu.Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected m

25s8 Select the highlighted item.Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without making a selection, press the G button.Note the following poi

26sFirst StepsCharge the BatteryThe D3S is powered by an EN-EL4a rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery

27s4 Charge the battery.Insert the battery (terminals first), aligning the end of the battery with the guide and then sliding the battery in the direc

28sInsert the Battery1 Turn the camera off.2 Remove the battery-chamber cover.Lift the battery-chamber cover latch, turn it to the open (A) position (

29s4 Insert the battery.Insert the battery as shown at right.5 Latch the cover.To prevent the battery from becoming dislodged during operation, rotate

30sD The Battery and ChargerRead and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xviii–xx and 388–391 of this manual.Do not use the battery at ambient t

31sAttach a LensCare should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. An AF Nikkor 85 mm f/1.4D IF lens is used in t

32s3 Attach the lens.Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with the mounting index on the camera body, position the lens in the camera’s bayo

33sBasic SetupThe language option in the setup menu is automatically highlighted the first time menus are displayed. Choose a language and set the tim

ivFind what you’re looking for using this “question and answer” index.❚❚ New Features❚❚ Camera SetupQ&A IndexQuestion Key phrase0How do I take pic

34s4 Select Time zone and date.Select Time zone and date and press 2.5 Set time zone.Select Time zone and press 2. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the local

35s8 Set date format.Select Date format and press 2. Press 1 or 3 to choose the order in which the year, month, and day will be displayed and press J.

36sInsert a Memory CardThe camera stores photographs on Type I CompactFlash memory cards (available separately; 0 419). Type II cards and microdrives

37s3 Insert the memory card.Insert the first memory card in slot 1. Slot 2 should be used only if a card is already inserted in slot 1. Insert the mem

38s4 Close the card slot cover.If this is the first time the memory card will be used after being used or formatted in another device, format the card

39sFormat the Memory CardMemory cards must be formatted before first use or after being used or formatted in other devices.1 Turn the camera on.2 Pres

40sWhen formatting is complete, the top control panel and viewfinder will show the number of photographs that can be recorded at current settings and

41sAdjust Viewfinder FocusThe camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. Check that the display in th

42s4 Replace the diopter adjustment control.Push the diopter adjustment control back in (e).A Diopter-Adjustment Viewfinder LensesCorrective lenses (a

43sBasic Photography and PlaybackTurn the Camera OnBefore taking photographs, turn the camera on and check the battery level and number of exposures r

v❚❚ Menus and DisplaysHow do I set the clock?Time zone and date34, 330How do I set the clock for daylight savings time?How do I change time zones when

44s3 Check the number of exposures remaining.The top control panel shows the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings. When this nu

45sA Auto Meter OffThe shutter speed and aperture displays in the top control panel and viewfinder will turn off if no operations are performed for ab

46sAdjust Camera SettingsThis tutorial describes the basic steps involved in taking photos.1 Choose exposure mode e.Press the I button and rotate the

47s3 Choose single-point AF.Rotate the AF-area mode selector until it clicks into place pointing to K (single-point AF). At this setting, the user can

48s5 Choose matrix metering.Press the metering selector lock button and rotate the metering selector to Y (matrix metering). Matrix metering uses info

49sFocus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (0 50).At default settings, the camera will focus on the subject in the center f

50s2 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot.Smoothly press the shutter-release-button the rest of the way down to take the

51sViewing Photographs1 Press the K button.A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. The memory card containing the picture currently displayed i

52sDeleting Unwanted PhotographsTo delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O button. Note that photographs can not be reco

x53xFraming Pictures in the Monitor (Live View)This chapter describes how to frame pictures in the monitor using live view.Framing Photographs in the

vi❚❚ Taking PhotographsHow do I get more information about the battery?Battery info 333How do I keep the file number from being reset when I insert a

54xFraming Photographs in the MonitorPress the a button to frame pictures in the monitor. The following options are available:• Tripod (h): Choose whe

55xTripod Mode (h)1 Frame a picture in the viewfinder.With the camera mounted on a tripod or resting on a stable, level surface, frame the subject in

56x4 Focus.Autofocus (focus mode S or C): In tripod mode, the focus point for contrast-detect autofocus can be moved to any point in the frame using t

57xTo magnify the view in the monitor up to 13 × and check focus, press the N button and rotate the main command dial. While the view through the lens

58x6 End live view.Press the a button to end live view.D Focusing with Contrast-Detect AutofocusContrast-detect autofocus will take longer than normal

59xHand-Held Mode (g)1 Choose Hand-held for Live view mode in the shooting menu.Press the G button and select the shooting menu. Select Live view mode

60x4 Focus.Autofocus (focus mode S or C): Press the shutter-release button halfway or press the B button. The camera will focus normally and set expos

61xD Shooting in Live View ModeAlthough they will not appear in the final picture, flicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the monitor under

62xA The Information DisplayTo hide or display indicators in the monitor in live view mode, press the R button.Information onVirtual horizon*Informati

63xD No PictureAfter shooting, play the picture back in the monitor to ensure that the photograph has been recorded. In hand-held mode, note that the

vii❚❚ Viewing PhotographsCan I vary exposure or flash level automatically over a series of photos?Exposure and flash bracketing136, 312Can I create mu

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y65yRecording and Viewing MoviesThis chapter describes how to record movies in live view.Recording Movies...

66yRecording MoviesMovies can be recorded at 24 fps by pressing the Pv button in live view mode. If desired, choose a Picture Control (0 170) and colo

67y3 Focus.Focus before starting recording. Frame the opening shot and either press the B button (Tripod) or press the shutter-release button halfway

68y5 End recording.Press the Pv button again to end recording (to end recording and take a still picture in live view, press the shutter-release butto

69yD Recording MoviesFlicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the monitor and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium

70y❚❚ Movie SettingsAdjust movie settings before recording.1 Select Movie settings in the shooting menu.Press the G button to display the menus. Highl

71yTo turn the built-in or external microphone on or off or to adjust microphone sensitivity, highlight Microphone and press 2. To turn sound recordin

72yTo adjust ISO sensitivity to suit lighting conditions, highlight High-sensitivity movie mode and press 2. If lighting is so poor that the subject i

73yViewing MoviesMovies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 222). Press the center of the multi selector to start playback.The followi