Nikon D7000 User Manual

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viiiConnections 179Connecting to a Computer ... 179Before

80kSelf-Timer and Remote Modes The self-timer and optional ML-L3 remote control (0 281) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits.1 Mou

81k3 Frame the photograph.4 Take the photograph.Self-timer mode: Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest

82kD Before Using the Remote ControlBefore using the remote control for the first time, remove the clear plastic battery-insulator sheet.D Using the B

83kMirror up ModeChoose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. Use of a tripod is recommended.1 Select m

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85ddImage Recording OptionsTogether, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quali

86dImage quality is set by pressing the QUAL button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the control panel.A T

87dThe following options can be accessed from the shooting menu. Press the G button to display the menus, highlight the desired option and press 2.❚❚

88dImage SizeImage size is measured in pixels. Choose from the following options:Image size is set by pressing the QUAL button and rotating the sub-co

89dUsing Two Memory CardsWhen two memory cards are inserted in the camera, you can use the Role played by card in Slot 2 item in the shooting menu to

ixb: Metering/Exposure... 211b1: ISO Sensitivity

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91NNFocusThis section describes the focus options available when photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Focus can be adjusted automatically (see be

92NTo select the autofocus mode, press the AF-mode button and rotate the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder or

93NA Predictive Focus TrackingIn AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is selected in AF-A mode, the camera will initiate predictive focus trac

94NAF-Area ModeChoose how the focus point for autofocus is selected.• Single-point AF: Select the focus point as described on page 96; the camera will

95N• Auto-area AF: The camera automatically detects the subject and selects the focus point. If a type G or D lens is used, the camera can distinguish

96NFocus Point SelectionThe camera offers a choice of 39 focus points that can be used to compose photographs with the main subject positioned almost

97NFocus 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

98N3 Recompose the photograph and shoot.Focus will remain locked between shots if you keep the shutter-release button pressed halfway (AF-S) or keep t

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

xB The Setup Menu: Camera Setup... 236Format Memory Card ...

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

101SSISO Sensitivity“ISO sensitivity” is the digital equivalent of film speed. Choose from settings that range from a value roughly equivalent to ISO

102SA AUTOIf the mode dial is rotated to P, S, A, or M after AUTO is selected for ISO sensitivity in another mode, the ISO sensitivity last selected i

103SAuto ISO Sensitivity ControlIf On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity

104SPress J to exit when settings are complete. When On is selected, the display at right appears in the viewfinder and control panel. When sensitivi

105ZZExposure/BracketingChoose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatica

106ZAutoexposure LockUse autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after metering exposure:1 Set metering to Z or b (0 105).Choose Z to assign the gr

107ZExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. I

108ZA Mode MIn mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change.A Using a FlashWhen a flash

109ZBracketingBracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” t

xiTechnical Notes 269Compatible Lenses...2

110Z3 Select the bracketing increment.Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose from values between 0.3 EV and 2 EV.4 Frame a photo

111ZA Exposure and Flash BracketingIn continuous low speed and continuous high speed release modes (0 78), shooting will pause after the number of sho

112Z❚❚ White Balance BracketingThe camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on whi

113Z4 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

114Z❚❚ ADL BracketingThe camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 139.1 Select

115Z3 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bra

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117rrWhite BalanceWhite balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended for most light

118rA The Shooting MenuWhite balance can also be adjusted using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 202), which also can be used to fine-

119rFine-Tuning White BalanceWhite balance can be “fine tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliber

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

120r3 Press J.Press J to save settings and return to the shooting menu. An asterisk (“*”) is displayed in the control panel when fine-tuning is in eff

121rA 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”

122rChoosing a Color TemperatureWhen K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance, color temperature can be selected by pressing the WB button

123rPreset ManualPreset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light

124r❚❚ Measuring a Value for Preset White Balance1 Light a reference object.Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used

125r5 Check the results.If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, C will flash in the control panel for about six seconds, while th

126r❚❚ 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

127r3 Choose Select image.Highlight Select image and press 2.4 Highlight a source image.Highlight the source image.To view the highlighted image full

128r❚❚ Selecting a White Balance PresetTo set white balance to a preset value:1 Select L (Preset manual).Highlight Preset manual in the white balance

129r❚❚ 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

xiiiAObserve proper precautions when handling batteriesBatteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when ha

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131JJImage EnhancementNikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brig

132JA Preset Picture Controls Versus Custom Picture ControlsThe Picture Controls supplied with the camera are referred to as preset Picture Controls.

133JModifying Picture ControlsExisting preset or custom Picture Controls (0 136) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choo

134J❚❚ Picture Control SettingsOption DescriptionQuick adjustChoose from options between –2 and +2 to reduce or exaggerate the effect of the selected

135JA The Picture Control GridPressing the W button in Step 2 (0 133) displays a Picture Control grid showing the contrast and saturation for the sele

136JCreating Custom Picture ControlsThe Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls.1 Select Manage

137J6 Name the Picture Control.The text-entry dialog shown at right will be displayed. By default, new Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digi

138JSharing Custom Picture ControlsCustom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX 2 or optional software such

139JActive D-LightingActive D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast

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

140JD Active D-LightingNoise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) may appear in photographs taken with Active D-Lighting. Uneven shading may

141JColor SpaceThe color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. Choose a color space according to how photographs will

142JA Color SpaceColor spaces define the correspondence between colors and the numeric values that represent them in a digital image file. The sRGB co

143llFlash PhotographyThe built-in flash has a Guide Number (GN) 12/39 (m/ft., ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) and provides coverage for the angle of view of a

144lFlash Mode The flash modes available vary with shooting mode:To choose a flash mode, press the M button and rotate the main command dial until the

145lA Flash ModesThe flash modes listed on the previous page may combine one or more of the following settings, as shown by the flash mode icon:• AUTO

146lA Flash Control ModeThe camera supports the following i-TTL flash control modes:• i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR: Flash emits series of

147lA Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture.Aperture at ISO equivalent of Range 1

148lFlash CompensationFlash compensation is used to alter flash output by from –3EV to +1EV in increments of 1/3 EV, changing the brightness of the ma

149lFV LockThis feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash o

xvNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.Power CableAt voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the voltage in use, be at l

150l5 Recompose the photograph.6 Take the photograph.Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictur

151ttOther Shooting OptionsThe camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the QUAL and E buttons down together for more

152tMultiple ExposureFollow the steps below to record a series of two or three exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures can be recorded at

153t3 Choose the amount of gain.Highlight Auto gain and press 2.The following options will be displayed. Highlight an option and press J.• On: Gain is

154t❚❚ Interrupting Multiple ExposuresSelecting Multiple exposure in the shooting menu while a multiple exposure is being recorded displays the option

155tInterval Timer PhotographyThe camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals.1 Select Interval timer shooting.Press the

156t4 Choose the number of intervals and number of shots per interval.Press 4 or 2 to highlight number of intervals or number of shots; press 1 or 3 t

157tD Out of MemoryIf the memory card is full, the interval timer will remain active but no pictures will be taken. Resume shooting (0 158) after dele

158t❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer PhotographyInterval timer photography can be paused by:• Highlighting Start > Pause in the interval timer menu and pr

159tNon-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

xviNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduc

160t3 Enter the focal length and aperture.Highlight Focal length (mm) or Maximum aperture and press 4 or 2 to edit the highlighted item. Focal length

161tTo recall lens data when using a non-CPU lens:1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control.Select Choose non-CPU lens number for Cus

162tThe GP-1 GPS UnitThe GP-1 GPS unit (available separately) can be connected to the camera’s accessory terminal (0 281) using the cable supplied wit

163IIMore on PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor.Full-Frame PlaybackA Ro

164ITo Use DescriptionView additional photographsPress 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs in reverse order.View photo info

165IPhoto InformationPhoto information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as

166I❚❚ Highlights11 Displayed only if Highlights is selected for Display mode (0 197).❚❚ RGB Histogram11 Displayed only if RGB histogram is selected f

167IA Playback ZoomTo zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X. Use the X and W buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the im

168I❚❚ Shooting Data Page 111 Displayed only if Data is selected for Display mode (0 197).2 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitiv

169I❚❚ Shooting Data Page 3** Displayed only if Data is selected for Display mode (0 197).❚❚ Shooting Data Page 4** Displayed only if Data is selected

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

170I❚❚ Overview Data* Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on.1Frame number/total number of images2Protect status ...

171IThumbnail PlaybackTo display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images, press the W button.Full-frame playbackCalendar playbackThumbn

172ICalendar PlaybackTo view images taken on a selected date, press the W button when 72 images are displayed.Press the W button to toggle between the

173ITaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPress the X button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highlight

174IProtecting Photographs from DeletionIn full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the L button can be used to protect photographs from ac

175IDeleting PhotographsTo delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or the photograph highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O but

176IThe Playback MenuThe Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may

177I4 Press J to complete the operation.A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Ye s and press J.❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Take

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179QQConnectionsThis section describes how to use the supplied UC-E4 USB cable to connect the camera to a computer.Before Connecting the CameraBefore

Where to Find ItFind what you’re looking for from:A For Your SafetyBefore using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in “For Yo

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180QConnecting the CameraConnect the camera using the supplied UC-E4 USB cable.1 Turn the camera off.2 Turn the computer on. Turn the computer on and

181QWireless and Ethernet NetworksIf the optional WT-4 wireless transmitter (0 280) is attached, photographs can be transferred or printed over wirele

182QPrinting PhotographsTo print selected JPEG pictures on a PictBridge printer via a direct USB connection, follow the steps below.Connecting the Pri

183Q3 Turn the camera on. A welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display.Printing Pictures One at a Time

184Q3 Adjust printing options.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select.Option DescriptionPage sizeMenu of page sizes will be displaye

185Q4 Start printing.Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J.Printing Multiple Pic

186Q3 Select pictures or choose a date.If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on t

187Q4 Display printing options.Press J to display PictBridge printing options.5 Adjust printing options.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press

188QCreating Index PrintsTo create an index print of all JPEG pictures on the memory card, select Index print in Step 2 of “Printing Multiple Pictures

189QCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set (DPOF) option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-com

1XXIntroductionThank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to rea

190Q4 Select imprint options.Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order witho

191QViewing Photographs on TVThe supplied EG-D2 audio video (A/V) cable can be used to connect the camera to a television or video recorder for playba

192QA Video ModeIf no image is displayed, check that camera is correctly connected and that the option selected for Video mode (0 237) matches the vid

193QHigh-Definition DevicesThe camera can be connected to HDMI devices using a type C mini-pin HDMI cable (available separately from third-party suppl

194Q❚❚ HDMI OptionsThe HDMI option in the setup menu controls output resolution and can be used to enable the camera for remote control from devices t

195MUMenu GuideTo display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab.The playback menu contains the following options:Choose a fo

196UHide or reveal pictures. Hidden pictures are visible only in the Hide image menu and can only be deleted by formatting the memory card.Follow the

197UChoose the information available in the playback photo information display (0 165). Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option, then press 2 to select th

198U4 Select the source folder.Highlight the folder containing the images to be copied and press 2.5 Make the initial selection.Before going on select

199U8 Select a destination folder.To enter a folder number, choose Select folder by number, enter the number (0 203), and press J. If the folder with

2XGetting to Know the CameraTake a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this sec

200UChoose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed

201UCreate a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 195). Hidden images (0 196) are not displayed.To start the slide show, highl

202UC The Shooting Menu: Shooting OptionsTo display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.The shooting menu contains the fol

203USelect the folder in which subsequent images will be stored.❚❚ Selecting Folders by Folder Number1 Choose Select folder by number.Highlight Select

204U❚❚ Selecting Folders from a List1 Choose Select folder from list.Highlight Select folder from list and press 2.2 Highlight a folder.Press 1 or 3 t

205USelect On to reduce barrel distortion when shooting with wide-angle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion when shooting with long lenses (no

206UA Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera SettingsTo display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab.G buttonCus

207UThe following Custom Settings are available:Note: Depending on camera settings, some items may be grayed out and unavailable. For information on t

208UWhen AF-C is selected for viewfinder photography (0 91), this option controls whether photographs can be taken whenever the shutter-release button

209UThis option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject when AF-C is selected or continuous-servo autofo

3XThe Camera Body (Continued)1 Built-in flash...1432 M (flash mode) button ...

210UChoose the number of focus points available for manual focus-point selection.Choose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist th

211UChoose how the camera focuses when autofocus is selected in live view or during movie recording.• Autofocus mode: Select the focus mode used for a

212UThis option controls whether the E button is needed to set exposure compensation (0 107). If On (Auto reset) or On is selected, the 0 at the cente

213UUse this option to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera. Exposure can be fine tuned separately for each metering method by from +1

214UChoose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed. The shutter-speed and aperture displays in the control pa

215UChoose how long the monitor remains on when no operations are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image revie

216UChoose On to display on-demand grid lines in the viewfinder for reference when composing photographs (0 9).If Show ISO sensitivity or Show ISO/Eas

217UChoose the maximum frame advance rate in CL (continuous low speed) mode (during interval timer photography, this setting also determines the frame

218UWhen 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

219UAt the default setting of Auto (AUTO), the color of the lettering in the information display (0 10) will automatically change from black to white

4XThe Camera Body (Continued)1 AF-assist illuminator... 210Self-timer lamp...

220UTo ensure that the camera functions as expected when the optional MB-D11 battery pack is used with AA batteries, match the option selected in this

221UChoose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-D11 battery pack is attached. Not

222UThis option controls flash sync speed.e: Bracketing/Flashe1: Flash Sync SpeedG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption Description1/320 s (Auto FP)U

223U❚❚ Flash Control at 1/320 s (Auto FP)When 1/320 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 222), the built-in flash can be

224U❚❚ ManualChoose a flash level between Full and 1/128 (1/128 of full power). At full power, the built-in flash has a Guide Number of 12/39 (m/ft.,

225U❚❚ Commander ModeUse the built-in flash as a master flash controlling one or more remote optional SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-R200 flash

226UFollow the steps below to take photographs in commander mode.1 Adjust settings for the built-in flash.Choose the flash control mode and output lev

227U6 Compose the shot.Compose the shot and arrange the flash units as shown below. Note that the maximum distance at which the remote flash units can

228UIf On is selected when the camera is being used with the built-in flash or an optional SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-R200 flash unit, a mo

229UChoose the setting or settings affected by bracketing (0 109). Choose AE & flash (j) to perform both exposure and flash-level bracketing, AE o

5XThe Camera Body (Continued)1 Viewfinder eyepiece...812 Rubber eyecup ...

230UChoose the role played by the Fn button.f3: Assign Fn ButtonG button ➜ A Custom Settings menuOption DescriptionqPreview Press the Fn button to pre

231UNSpot meteringSpot metering is activated while the Fn button is pressed.9Framing gridPress the Fn button and rotate the main command dial to turn

232UChoose the role played by the depth-of-field preview button. The options available are the same as for Assign Fn button (0 230); the default setti

233UThis option controls the operation of the main and sub-command dials.• Reverse rotation: Controls the direction of the command dials. Choose No fo

234USelecting Ye s allows adjustments that are normally made by holding the E, M, ISO, QUAL, WB, AF-mode, Z, or D button and rotating a command dial

235UChoose the function assigned to the AE-L/AF-L button on the optional MB-D11 battery pack.f10: Assign MB-D11 4 ButtonG button ➜ A Custom Settings m

236UB The Setup Menu: Camera SetupTo display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab.The setup menu contains the following options:1

237UPress 1 or 3 to choose monitor brightness. Choose higher values for increased brightness, lower values for reduced brightness.When connecting the

238UChoose a language for camera menus and messages. The following options are available.Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments

239UPhotographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback (0 163

6XThe Mode DialThe camera offers a choice of the following modes:P, S, A, and M ModesSelect these modes for full control over camera settings.• P—Prog

240UAcquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual).Ima

241U3 Acquire dust off reference data.Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data. The monitor

242UView information on the battery currently inserted in the camera.Battery InfoG button ➜ B Setup menuItem DescriptionBat. meter The current battery

243UAdd copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is visible on the fourth shooting data page in the photo inf

244USelect 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; 0 306).S

245UDisplay a virtual horizon based on information from the camera tilt sensor. The reference line is displayed in green when the camera is level.Virt

246UFine-tune focus for up to 12 lens types. AF tuning is not recommended in most situations and may interfere with normal focus; use only when requir

247UThis option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enabl

248UN 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

249UCreating Retouched CopiesTo create a retouched copy:1 Display retouch options.Highlight the desired item in the retouch menu and press 2.2 Select

7XThe Release-Mode DialTo choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting (0 77)

250UA Creating Retouched Copies During PlaybackRetouched copies can also be created during playback.22Display picture full frame and press J.Highlight

251UD-lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs.Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effec

252UCreate a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped co

253UCopy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome).Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the select

254UChoose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph.Filter EffectsG button

255UUse the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed in the monitor together with red, gree

256UImage overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, whi

257U4 Adjust gain.Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select gain from values between 0.1 and 2.0

258UCreate JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs.1 Select NEF (RAW) processing.Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to displa

259UCreate small copies of selected photographs.1 Select Resize.To resize selected images, press G to display the menus and select Resize in the retou

8XThe Control Panel1 Color temperature indicator ... 1222 Shutter speed ...

260U4 Choose pictures.Highlight Select image and press 2.The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight pictures using the multi selector and

261UCreate a straightened copy of the selected image. Press 2 to rotate the image clockwise by up to five degrees in increments of approximately 0.25

262UCreate an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photogr

263UCreate copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that

264UCompare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the J button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a

265UO My Menu/m Recent Settings“My Menu” is a customized menu that gives you quick access to up to 20 options selected from the playback, shooting, Cu

266U5 Add more items.The items currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark. Items indicated by a V icon can not be selected. Repeat s

267U❚❚ Reordering 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

268URecent SettingsTo display the twenty most recently used settings, select m Recent settings for O My Menu > Choose tab.1 Select Choose tab.In My

269nnTechnical NotesRead this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message i

9XThe Viewfinder* Display can be turned off with Custom Setting d4.1 Framing grid (displayed when On is selected for Custom Setting d2)...

270n❚❚ Compatible Non-CPU LensesWhen using the following non-CPU lenses and accessories, rotate the camera mode dial to A and M and set aperture using

271nD Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses The following accessories and non-CPU lenses can NOT be used with the D7000:• TC-16AS AF teleconvert

272nLens Zoom position Minimum distance without vignettingAF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18– 200mm f/3.5–5.6G IF-EDAF-S DX NIKKOR 18– 200mm f/3.5– 5.6G ED VR

273nA The AF-S/AF-I TeleconverterThe AF-S/AF-I teleconverter can be used with the following AF-S and AF-I lenses:• AF-S VR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED• AF-S NI

274nA Calculating Angle of ViewThe size of the area exposed by a 35mm camera is 36 × 24 mm. The size of the area exposed by the D7000, in contrast, is

275nOptional Flash Units (Speedlights)The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. Op

276nThe Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compa

277nThe following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units:Flash unitSB-900SB-800SB-700 SB-600 SB-400Advanced Wireless LightingCommander

278n❚❚ Other 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 but

279nD Notes on Optional Flash UnitsRefer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on C

iQ&A Index 0 iiTable of Contents 0 ivXIntroduction 0 1sBasic Photography and Playback 0 35xLive View 0 49yRecording and Viewing Movies 0 57#P, S,

10XThe Information DisplayPress the R button to display shutter speed, aperture, the number of exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other shooting i

280nOther AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D7000.Power sources• Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15

281nViewfinder eyepiece accessories• DK-20C Eyepiece Correction Lenses: Lenses are available with diopters of –5, –4, –3, –2, 0, +0.5, +1, +2, and +3

282nAttaching a Power Connector and AC AdapterTurn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter.1 Ready the camera.Open

283nCaring for the CameraStorageWhen the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and store the

284nThe 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

285n❚❚ “Clean at Startup/Shutdown”Choose from the following options:1 Select Clean at startup/shutdown.Display the Clean image sensor menu as describe

286n❚❚ “Manual Cleaning”If foreign matter can not be removed from the low-pass filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (0 284), t

287n5 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

288nA Use a Reliable Power SourceThe shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged. If the camera powers off while the mirror is raised, the curtain

289nCaring for the Camera and Battery: CautionsDo not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration.Keep dry: This prod

11X22 “Beep” indicator...21523 Multiple exposure indicator...15324 Expo

290nStorage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the adapter to prevent

291n• Charge the battery before use. When taking photographs on important occasions, ready a spare EN-EL15 battery and keep it fully charged. Dependin

292nAvailable SettingsThe following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode.i j P S, A, Mk, p, n, o, s, 0l, m, r, t, u, v wx, y, z1

293nCustom Settings5a1: AF-C priority selection ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔a2: AF-S priority selection ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔a3: Focus tracking with lock-on ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

294n1 Reset with Reset shooting menu (0 202).2 Reset with two-button reset (0 151).3Fixed at Auto.4 Reset when mode dial is rotated to new setting.5 R

295nDefaultsThe default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button resets, see page 151.❚❚ Playback

296n❚❚ Custom Settings Menu Defaults** Default settings restored with Reset custom settings (0 207).Option Default 0a1 AF-C priority selection Release

297n❚❚ Setup Menu DefaultsOption Default 0Save user settingsU1Shooting mode defaults to P75U2LCD brightness 0 237Clean image sensorClean at startup/sh

298nExposure Program (Mode P)The exposure program for mode P is shown in the following graph:The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensi

299nTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon repre

12X❚❚ Changing Settings in the Information DisplayTo change settings for the items listed below, press the R button in the information display. Highli

300nShooting (All Modes)Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders.Shutter-release disabled:• Memory card is locked, full, or not inserted

301nAF-assist illuminator does not light:• AF-assist lamp does not light if AF-C is selected for autofocus mode (0 91) or if continuous-servo autofocu

302nShooting (P, S, A, M)Shutter-release disabled:• Non-CPU lens is attached: rotate camera mode dial to A or M (0 270).• Mode dial rotated to S after

303nPlaybackFlashing areas, shooting data, or graphs appear on images: Press 1 or 3 to choose photo information displayed, or change settings for Disp

304nMiscellaneousImage Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 does not have desired effect: Image sensor cleaning changes the position of dust on the low-pas

305nError MessagesThis section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor.IndicatorProblem Solu

306nrSubject too dark; photo will be underexposed.• Use a higher ISO sensitivity 101• In shooting mode:P Use flash 143S Lower shutter speed69A Choose

307nIndicatorProblem Solution 0MonitorControl panelNo memory card. SCamera cannot detect memory card.Turn camera off and confirm that card is correctl

308nFolder contains no images.—No images on memory card or in folder(s) selected for playback.Select folder containing images from Playback folder men

309nSpecifications❚❚ Nikon D7000 Digital CameraTypeType Single-lens reflex digital cameraLens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)Ef

13XThe Command DialsThe main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with other controls to adjust a variety of settings.Flash modeFla

310nLensCompatible lenses • DX AF NIKKOR: All functions supported• Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All functions supported (PC Micro-NIKKOR does not support so

311nMode Auto (i auto; j auto (flash off)); scene (k portrait; l landscape; p child; m sports; n close up; o night portrait; r night landscape; s part

312nFlashBuilt-in flash i, k, p, n, o, s, w : Auto flash with auto pop-upP, S, A, M, 0: Manual pop-up with button releaseGuide Number Approx. 12/39, 1

313nLive viewLens servo • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time servo AF (AF-F)• Manual focus (M)AF-area mode Face-priority AF, wide-area

314n• 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

315nNikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice.

316n❚❚ The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VRThe AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR is for use exclusively with Nikon DX format digital ca

317nA Supplied Accessories• 67 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-67• Rear Lens Cap• Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1018• Bayonet Hood HB-32 (attaches as shown at r

318n❚❚ Supported Standards• DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to

319nApproved Memory CardsThe following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D7000. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds a

14X❚❚ Scene Mode❚❚ Image Quality and Size❚❚ Autofocus❚❚ ISO SensitivityChoose a scene (h; 0 41).h mode Main command dial MonitorSet image quality (0 8

320nMemory Card CapacityThe following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 8 GB SanDisk Extreme SDHC card at differe

321nBattery LifeThe number of shots that can be taken with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, temperature, and how the

322IndexSymbolsS (Single frame) ...7, 77CL (Continuous low speed) ...7, 77, 78, 217CH (Continuous high speed)...7, 77, 78J (

323Color outline...262Color sketch ...262Color space...

324LLAN...280Landscape (Set Picture Control) ...131Language ...27, 238

325Self-timer ...7, 77, 80, 214Sensitivity ...101, 103Sepia (Monochrome)...253Set Picture

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15X❚❚ ExposureChoose a combination of aperture and shutter speed (mode P; 0 68).Mode P Main command dial Control panelChoose a shutter speed (mode S o

16X❚❚ White Balance❚❚ Flash SettingsSelect bracketing increment (mode P, S, A, or M; 0 110, 112).+D button Sub-command dial Control panelChoose a whit

17XThe BM-11 Monitor CoverA clear plastic cover is provided with the camera to keep the monitor clean and protect it when the camera is not in use. To

18XCamera MenusMost shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button.Ta bsChoose fro

19XUsing Camera MenusThe multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus.Follow the steps below to navigate the menus.1 Display the

iiFind what you’re looking for using this “question and answer” index.Q&A IndexTaking Photographs0Shooting Modes and Framing OptionsIs there a qui

20X5 Highlight a menu item.Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item.6 Display options.Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item.7 Highlight a

21XFirst StepsCharge the BatteryThe camera is powered by an EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the batt

22X3 Insert the battery.Place the battery in the battery bay as shown in the illustration on the charger.4 Plug the charger in.The CHARGE lamp will bl

23XD The Battery and ChargerRead and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xii–xiii and 289–291 of this manual. Do not use the battery at ambient

24XInsert the Battery1 Turn the camera off.2 Open the battery-chamber cover.Unlatch (q) and open (w) the battery-chamber cover.3 Insert the battery.In

25XAttach a LensCare should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for ill

26X❚❚ Vibration Reduction (VR)AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR lenses support vibration reduction (VR), which reduces blur caused by camera sh

27XBasic SetupA language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date. Photo

28XA Setting the ClockLanguage and date/time settings can be changed at any time using the Language (0 238) and Time zone and date (0 237) options in

29XInsert a Memory CardThe camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately; 0 319). The camera has two memory card sl

iiiRetouching Photographs0How do I create retouched copies of photos? 248–264How do I remove “red-eye”? 251How do I make JPEG copies of RAW (NEF) phot

30XA No Memory CardIf no memory card is inserted, the displays in the control panel and at the bottom of the viewfinder will show S and a “no memory c

31XD Memory Cards• Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.• Do not remove memory cards from

32XFormat 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

33XA The Write Protect SwitchMemory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of data. When this switch is in the “loc

34XAdjust Viewfinder FocusThe camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. Check that the display in th

35ssBasic Photography and PlaybackThis section describes how to take photographs in i (auto) mode, an automatic “point-and-shoot” mode in which the ma

36s3 Check the number of exposures remaining.The control panel and viewfinder show the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (va

37sStep 3: Frame the Photograph1 Ready the camera.When framing photographs in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the came

38sStep 4: Focus1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. The active focus point will be displayed

39sA The Shutter-Release ButtonThe camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfwa

ivQ&A Index ... i

40sCreative Photography (Scene Modes)The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the s

41s❚❚ Scene Modesk PortraitUse for portraits with soft, natural-looking skin tones. If the subject is far from the background or a telephoto lens is u

42sn Close UpUse for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close ranges). Use of a tr

43st Beach/SnowCapture the brightness of sunlight expanses of water, snow, or sand. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.u SunsetPres

44sx CandlelightFor photographs taken by candlelight. The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when lighting is po

45s1 SilhouetteSilhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when light

46sBasic Playback1 Press the K button.A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. The memory card containing the picture currently displayed is sho

47sDeleting Unwanted PhotographsTo delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O button. Note that photographs can not be reco

48s

49xxLive ViewFollow the steps below to take photographs in live view.1 Rotate the live view switch.The mirror will be raised and the view through the

vCreative Photography (Scene Modes) ...40k Portrait...

50x2 Choose a focus mode.To choose an autofocus mode, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF, and then press the AF-mode button and rotate the main comm

51x4 Choose the focus point.! (face-priority AF): A double yellow border will be displayed when the camera detects a portrait subject facing the camer

52x5 Focus.Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus.! (face-priority AF): The camera sets focus for the face in the double yellow border whil

53x7 Exit live view mode.Rotate the live view switch to exit live view mode.A Live View/Movie Recording Display OptionsPress the R button to cycle thr

54xA HDMIWhen the camera is attached to an HDMI video device, the camera monitor will turn off and the video device will display the view through the

55xA Manual FocusTo focus in manual focus mode (0 99), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is in focus.To magnify the view in the monitor up

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57yyRecording and Viewing MoviesMovies can be recorded in live view mode. If desired, choose a Picture Control (0 131) and color space (0 141) before

58y4 Focus.Frame the opening shot and focus as described in Steps 4 and 5 of “Live View” (0 51–52). Note that the number of subjects that can be detec

59yD Recording MoviesFlicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the monitor and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium

viUser Settings: U1 and U2 Modes 75Saving User Settings...

60y❚❚ Movie SettingsUse the Movie settings option in the shooting menu to choose movie quality, sound, destination, and manual movie settings options.

61y1 Select Movie settings.Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Movie settings in the shooting menu and press 2.2 Choose movie options.H

62yViewing MoviesMovies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 163). Press J to start playback.The following operations can be performed:

63yEditing MoviesTrim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills.Trimming MoviesTo create trimmed copies of movi

64y3 Display the retouch menu.Press L to display the retouch menu.4 Choose an option.To create a copy that includes the current frame and all followin

65yD Trimming MoviesMovies must be at least two seconds long. If a copy can not be created at the current playback position, the current position will

66ySaving Selected FramesTo save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still:1 View the movie and choose a frame.Play the movie back as described on pa

67##P, S, A, and M ModesP, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture:Mode Description PProgrammed auto (0 6

68#Mode P (Programmed Auto)In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. This mod

69#Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto)In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will

viiWhite Balance 117Fine-Tuning White Balance ... 119Choos

70#Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto)In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that wil

71#Mode M (Manual)In mode M, you control both shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in mode M:1 Rotate the mode dial to M.2 Choose aperture

72#A Depth-of-Field PreviewTo preview the effects of aperture, press and hold the depth-of-field preview button. The lens will be stopped down to the

73#❚❚ Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)Select the following shutter speeds for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fire

74#4 Open the shutter.Bulb: After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional MC-DC2 remote cord all the way down. Keep the s

75$$User Settings: U1 and U2 ModesAssign frequently-used settings to the U1 and U2 positions on the mode dial.Saving User Settings1 Select a mode.Rota

76$5 Save user settings.Highlight Save settings and press J to assign the settings selected in Steps 1 and 2 to the mode dial position selected in Ste

77kkRelease ModeTo choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting.Choosing a Re

78kContinuous Mode (CH/CL)To take pictures in CH (continuous high speed) and CL (continuous low speed) modes:1 Select CH or CL mode.Press the release

79kA The Memory BufferThe camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being sav