Nikon N80 User Manual

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ContentsThe “Basic Operation” section introduces battery, lens, film, focusing, metering, exposure and shooting in basic steps easy enough even for SL

INotes on BatteriesAKeep batteries out of children’s/*\j reach./ * \V j/ If someone accidentally swallows batteries.WARNING„ ., call a doctor Immediat

TroubleshootingLCD panelViewfinderCauseRemedyPagefEE blinksfEE blinks• CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type is not set to its minimum aperture.• Set lens

ITrou bl©S hooting—continued1 LCD panelViewfinderCausei RemedyPageEnd blinksEnd blinks • The end of the film roll has been reached (When CSM t is sele

.1 jvi;' -i(’:LCD panelViewfinderCauseRemedy PageShutter speed Indication blinksi'E5 appears• Shutter speed faster than sync speed is select

ISpecificationsType of cameraIntegral-motor autofocus 35mm single-lens reflex with electronically controlled focal-plane shutter and built-in Speedlig

Mi'.y iiéLens apertureInstant-return type, with depth-of-field preview buttonAutofocusTTL phase detection, Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module •

ISpecifications —continuedShutterEiectronicaiiy controlied vertical-travei focal-plane shutterRelease terminal Available on the shutter release button

Film advance• Automatic advance with buiit-in motor; El, Sj selectable• Film advance speed (with Manual focus, Manual exposure mode, shutter speed 1

1Specifications —continuedUsable number of 36 exposure film rolls per set of two fresh 3V lithium batteriesAt 20°C/68°FAt-10°C/14°FWithout flashApprox

Custom Setting 18 Custom Setting menus are avaiiabie(1) Automatic film rewind at the end of film roll(2) Reset to DX film speed setting for new film(3

tExposure Metering System (Matrix, Center-Weighted, Spot)...48-49Shooting in Each Exposure Mode...

IIndexAAF Area mode...22, 39-41AF-Assist Illuminator...27, 31, 43, 83, 87Aperture-Priority Auto exposuremode...

LLCD illuminator...66Long Time Exposure (Bulb)...65MManual exposure mode...25, 56-57Manual focus...

1Custom Setting MenuFunctionOptionsi1Automatic film rewind at the end of film roll0: Activated (initial setting) 1: DisabledeReset to DX film speed se

FunctionOptionslгCommand Dial functionsC: Main-Command Dial for shutter speed; Sub-Command Dial for aperture setting (initial setting)I: Main-Command

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Detailed Operation and Notes on BatteriesP.33-93,100Notes on Batteries...

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f-BASIC OPERATIONThis section features the settings for most common picture-taking situations when using Auto-Multi Program. The shooting modes explai

1Install Batteries and Check Battery PowerUse two CR123A or DL123A- type 3V lithium batteries. (For other power sources, see page 96.)1.11

[71 Check points□ Keep the batteries out of children’s reach. If swallowed, contact a doctor immediately. (For “Notes on Batteries”, see page 100.)□

2Mount LensTurn the power switch off and mount the lens to the camera body.2.12.2Check the lens type.CPU contacts of CPU lens© CPU Nikkor le

[ZI Check points□ Use a D- or G-type AF Nikkor lens to utilize all of this camera’s functions. (See page 34 for Lens Compatibility.)□ Make sure to t

INomenclatureDepth-of-field preview button (P. 67)Focus mode selector (P. 38, 47)Lens release button (P-19)__________Flash lock-release button (P. 30)

3Load FilmTurn the power switch on and load DX-coded film. With DX- coded film, film speed will be set automatically (ISO 25-5000). When the camera Is

IZI Check points□ To change film speed with DX-coded film or select film advance mode, see pages 36-37.□ Shutter curtains are very thin. Do not touc

4Set Focus Mode, AF Area Mode and Focus AreaSet the focus mode to S (Single Servo AF), AF Area mode to C ] (Single Area AF) and focus area to ce

\Z Check points□ Do not attempt to rotate the lens focus ring manually while the focus mode is set to S or C.□ With the focus mode set at S (Single

5Set Metering System and Exposure ModeSet metering system to K (Matrix Metering) and exposure mode to P (Auto-Multi Program).5.1Set the metering syste

Z] Check points□ Three metering systems—the N80/N80QD features Matrix, Center- Weighted and Spot Metering (page 48).□ Four exposure modes—the N80/N8

6Hold Camera and FocusLightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the camera on the subject and when the subject is in focus, ca

ZI Check points----------------------------------------------------------------------- o□ Diopter adjustment (page 66) enables you to see more clea

7Confirm Indications in Viewfinder and Release ShutterConfirm that • (in-focus indicator) appears in the viewfinder, then slowly, fully depre

Check points□ Focus, shutter speed and aperture can be confirmed in the viewfinder. If any other warning indications appear, see page 101.□ When you

Diopter adjustment lever (P. 66)Viewfinder eyepieceRubber eyecup (P. 66)Flash sync mode (P. 80)/Film rewind button (P. 36)Auto Exposure Bracketing but

8Using Built-In SpeedlightWhen the subject is dark or the shutter speed is slower than 1/60 sec., use the built-in Speedlight to avoid picture blur. S

\Z Checkpoints□ The built-in Speedlight offers an angle of coverage of 28mm lens with a guide number of 12/40 (ISO 100, m/ft.).□ Using a D- or G-typ

About Metering System and ExposureMetering systems and exposure are important factors for taking pictures. Knowing the characteristics of each factor

DETAILEDOPERATIONThis section features detailed descriptions of all camera functions—including lens, film, focus, exposure and other functions.

1Lens CompatibilityI Use a CPU lens (except ix-Nikkor) with this camera. D- or G-type AF lenses give you access to all available functions. See page 1

I Types of CPU lenses and other usable lenses/accessoriesModeFocus modeExposure modeMetering systemAutofocusManual witli electronic rangefinderManualA

IFilm[Setting and confirming fiim speedSet the exposure mode/ISO film speed select dial to ISO and rotate the Main-Command Dial to set film speed in u

I If film does not start to rewind or film rewind stops at mid-roll• When battery power is very low, or at low temperatures, film may not start rewind

1AutofocusI Focus mode selector• Set focus mode selector to S (Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority) or C (Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority).

AF Area ModeI Autofocus operation lets you select Single Area AF that uses one focus area selected or Dynamic AF that also utilizes the other four foc

J I CD Panel/Viewfinder Display LCD panel Shutter speed/Exposure compensation valueFlash exposure compensation (P. 85)CM?jiqlq.q oFlexible Program (P

IAF Area Mode —continuedI Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority L ^ J• The Closest Subject Priority AF operation is possible in the Dynamic AF

Dynamic AF Mode with Ciosest Subject Priority can be selected in either focus mode, in Single Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF.When the AF Area Mode is

1Focus AreaIThis camera’s five focus areas cover a wide frame area, and you can select among them, depending on the subject’s position in the frame or

AF-Assist IlluminatorI When the subject is dark and the shutter release button is pressed lightly, the camera’s AF-Assist Illuminator automatically tu

Focus LockI Focus lock is useful in autofocus shooting when you want to capture a subject that’s framed outside of the N80/N80QD’s five focus areas, a

In Continuous Servo AFConfirm focus indicator • then (while keeping shutter release button lightly pressed) press the @ button.Focus is locked as long

Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As ExpectedI Autofocus may not work as expected in the following situations. In such situations, focus manuall

Manual FocusI Focus can be set manually when the focus mode selector Is set to M.• Set the focus mode selector to M. Look through the viewfinder and r

IExposure Metering SystemI Three choices of metering system are available to suit the lighting for your subject.Rotate the metering system selector to

ra: Center-Weighted MeteringCenter-Weighted Metering places special emphasis on brightness within the 12mm-diameter circle in the viewfinder, so it is

Viewfinder Display12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering area (P. 49)Focus brackets (focus area) (R 42)/Spot Metering area (P. 49)O

IShooting in Each Exposure ModeIP: Auto-Multi ProgramThe camera automatically controls exposure according to the exposure combination in the program c

Flexible ProgramIn Auto-Multi Program, by rotating the Main-Command Dial you can change the combination of shutter speed and aperture while maintainin

IShooting in Each Exposure Mode —continuedIS: Shutter-Priority AutoEnables you to manually set your desired shutter speed (30-1/4000 sec.); the camera

2Set the shutter speed (30-1/4000 sec.) by rotating theMain-Command Dial.[gm Ic’: Shutter speed can be set to change with Sub-Command Dial (page 74).3

IShooting in Each Exposure Mode—continuedI A: Aperture-Priority AutoEnables you to set the desired aperture manually. The camera automatically selects

2 Set the aperture by rotating the Sub-Command Dial.3Compose picture, focus and shoot.• When the subject is too dark or too bright, one of the foiiowi

1Shooting in Each Exposure Mode —continuedIM: ManualEnables you to set both shutter speed and aperture manually. With electronic analog exposure displ

2Set the shutter speed and aperture and confirm by looking at the electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder.• Set the shutter speed by rota

1Auto Exposure LockI When you want to control the exposure of a specific area within a scene, measure the exposure on the area with Spot or Center-Wei

• When the Center-Weighted Metering is selected, exposure at 12mm- diameter circie is iocked.• In Singie Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF, focus is als

ICommand DialsI The N80/N80QD’s Main- and Sub-Command Dials are used alone or in combination with other buttons to select/set various functions or mod

1Exposure CompensationI To modify exposure control (i.e. from the ISO standard), use the exposure compensation function. This can be useful when inten

Auto Exposure BracketingI Auto Exposure Bracketing allow you to shoot in selected compensated EV value (maximum of ±2 EV) shifting from the automatica

|||[ Auto Exposure Bracketing--continued• Rotating the Sub-Command Dial while pressing the Auto Exposure Bracketing button €!3i changes the setting as

Multiple ExposureI Multiple exposure consists of two or more exposures of one or more subjects in the same frame. Multiple exposure can be performed i

Multiple Exposure —continued3 Compose picture, confirm focus indicator shoot.and• The first shot is taken when the shutter reiease button is fuily

Long Time ExposureI This function is useful for shooting nighttime scenes or stars, which require extended exposure of more than 30 sec. The shutter w

IDiopter Adjustment/LCD IlluminatorI The finder diopter enables near- or far-sighted photographers to adjust the eyepiece diopter to suit their vision

Depth-of-Field Preview/Film Plane IndicatorI Depress the depth-of-field preview button to confirm the depth of field through the viewfinder (see page

1Self-Timer OperationI You can use the self-timer when you want to be in the photograph. Use a tripod or piace the camera on a stable surface before u

CUSTOM SEHINGUsing the Custom Setting feature, you can create a combination of functions that is different from the initial factory settings. The func

' Setting/canceling Auto Exposure Bracketing P. 61> Setting number of shots and compensating EV vaiue in Auto Exposure Bracketing R 61V )/ s

1Menu/Features of Custom SettingI Creating Custom SettingISet the exposure mode/Custom Setting select dial to CSM and select a menu number by rotating

I Menu number and Custom Setting options* Refer also to the Custom Setting Menu table at the end of this instruction manual.!. Automatic film rewind a

1Menu/Features of Custom Setting-continued5. Illumination for superimposition (page 4)Options: C: Automatically Illuminated for low light (initial set

3. Closest-subject-priority Dynamic AF in Single Servo AF (page 40)Options: £3: Enabled (initial setting)!: DisabledAt initial setting, Dynamic AF Mod

IMenu/Features of Custom Setting —continued¡c'.Command Dial functions (pages 53-57)Options: C: Main-Command Dial for shutter speed; Sub-Command D

¡5.Self-timer duration (page 68)Options f : 2 sec. ID : 10 sec. (initial setting)5 : 5 sec. iC : 20 sec.At initial setting, the shutter is released

1Two-Button ResetI Two-Button Reset lets you instantly reset specified settings to their original initial settings.Press the (35i 3nd buttons (in

FLASHPHOTOGRAPHYYou can enjoy the excitement of the Nikon N80/N80QD’s advanced flash technology by using the built-in Speedlight or an optional Speedl

IFlash Photography Using Built-In SpeedlightI Built-in SpeedlightThis camera is equipped with a built-in Speedlight that provides an angle of coverage

Ready-Light/Accessory ShoeMulti-Sensor Balanced Fill-FlashMulti-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, without the Distance Information added to the 3D Multi-Sen

1IntroductionI Thank you for purchasing the Nikon N80/N80QD—a camera that is sureto make photography a bigger part of your life.Get to know your N80/N

IFlash Sync Mode FeaturesI Five flash sync modes are available with the N80/N80QD.Set the flash sync mode by rotating the Main-Command Dial while pres

a:Rear-Curtain SyncThe Speedlight fires at the end of the exposure, turning avaiiable light into a stream of light that follows the flash-illuminated

IUsing the Built-In SpeedlightI Operation described in this section applies when the built-in Speedlight and D- or G-type AF Nikkor are atta

4Confirm i appears in the viewfinder, make sure the subject is within the flash shooting distance range and shoot.•no 5o fS ^• The shutter cannot be r

Usable Lenses with Built-In SpeedlightI Usable lenses with built-in Speedlight• 28mm to 300mm CPU lenses can be used with the built-in Speedlight.• Ma

Flash Exposure CompensationI Flash exposure compensation lets you intentionally change the correct exposure computed by the Speedlight and the camera.

IUsable Optional SpeedlightsI In the table, (T) indicates D- or G-type Nikkor ienses (except IX-Nikkor), (2) indicates CPU Nikkor iens other than D- o

I Notes on using the optional Speedlight• See your Speedlight manual for details. If the camera groups are defined in the manual of the Speedlight wit

About Depth, of Field and Focus TrackingThis camera is equipped with autofocus where focusing is automaticaliy execufed by the camera. Basics of the r

DATA BACKImprint the date and/or time on photographs with the data back of the Nikon N80QD.

I Take trial shotsTake trial shots before shooting at important occasions like weddings or graduations.I Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularlyNi

IAdjusting Date and Time and Imprinting Data (for N80QD only)I The N80QD allows you to imprint Year/Month/Day, Day/Hour/Minute (24-hour clock), Month/

234Push SELECT button so year section starts blinking.I ------------..’00^ ( ^l(J- I \-----I• Each time you push the SELECT button the blinking sectio

J Adjusting Date and Time and Imprinting Data-continued5 Push MODE button to select Day/Hour/Minute display. ( 1nn nL 1lJUIJ0 Push SELECT button so ho

• To set time to the precise second, push the SELECT button once at the step 8 so : indication blinks. When the actual time coincides with the time yo

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MISCELLANEOUSThe Nikon N80/N80QD is a highperformance, precision instrument, designed to deliver superior pictures. You’ll want to take good care of

IOptional AccessoriesIA variety of optional accessories, including power source andSpeediight are availabie for the N80/N80QD.Battery Pack MB-16• With

Cable release AR-3• When the Cable Release AR-3 Is attached to the release terminal of the N80/ N80QD, camera shake can be reduced when shooting with

Camera Care» Cleaning camera bodyUse a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the camera body and clean it with a soft, clean cloth. After using t

»Remove the batteries and store the camera with a desiccant_____________If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries t