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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Trademark Information

    Trademark Information • Microsoft and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc. • Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. •...
  • Page 3 Introduction First Steps Basic Photography a, b, c, and d Modes Changing Shooting Settings More on Playback Connecting to a Computer, Printer, or TV Menu Guide Optional Accessories Maximizing the Life of the Camera Technical Notes...

  • Page 4: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: This icon marks warnings.

  • Page 5: Notices

    Observe proper precautions when handling the quick charger • Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. • Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.
  • Page 6 Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents For Your Safety ...ii Notices... iii Introduction... 1 About This Manual ... 1 Information and Precautions ... 2 Getting to Know the Camera... 4 Camera Body... 4 The Mode Dial ... 6 The Power Switch ... 6 The Viewfinder Display ...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Shooting Particular Scenes... 36 Taking Pictures ... 36 Features of f, g, h, i, j, k, and l Modes... 36 Getting Good Results with Autofocus... 38 a, b, c, and d Modes...39 Shooting in a, b, c, and d Modes... 40 Shooting in a Mode (Programmed Auto)...
  • Page 9 More on Playback ...71 Viewing Photographs in Full-Frame Playback... 72 Full-Frame Playback ... 72 Photo Information... 73 Viewing Multiple Photographs: Thumbnail Playback... 76 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ... 77 Protecting Photographs from Deletion ... 78 Connecting to a Computer, Printer, or TV ...79 Connecting to a Computer...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Custom Settings ...109 R Reset ... 110 01 Beep ... 110 06 No Memory Card?... 110 07 Image Review... 111 09 AF-assist ... 111 10 ISO Auto... 111 11 F/G Button... 112 12 AE-L/AF-L ... 113 13 AE Lock... 113 14 Built-in Flash/Optional Flash Unit...
  • Page 11 Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu...129 Creating Retouched Copies... 130 Creating Retouched Copies in Full-frame Playback... 131 Quick Retouch ... 132 D-Lighting ... 132 Red-Eye Correction... 133 Trim... 134 Monochrome ... 134 Filter Effects ... 135 Small Picture ... 136 Image Overlay...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Technical Notes ...167 Troubleshooting...167 Display ... 167 Shooting... 168 Playback... 170 Others ... 171 Camera Error Messages and Displays ...172 Appendix...176 Available Settings and Defaults... 176 Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality/Size ... 178 Exposure Program (Mode P)... 178 Flash Control...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon D60 digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy shooting with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read...

  • Page 14: Information And Precautions

    Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ •...

  • Page 15: About The Manuals

    Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”...

  • Page 16: Getting To Know The Camera

    Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body Infrared receiver...
  • Page 17 Rubber Eyecup DK-20... 56 Viewfinder eyepiece... 7, 26 Eye sensor...32, 123 Diopter adjustment control ... 26 H (AE-L/AF-L) button ...63, 113 I (protect) button... 78 Command dial... 10 Eyelet for camera strap... 14 Multi selector... 12 Memory card slot cover ... 23 J (delete) button ...

  • Page 18: The Mode Dial

    Getting to Know the Camera The Mode Dial Use the mode dial to change the shooting mode. Rotate the mode dial so that shooting mode icon is aligned with the indicator. Advanced Modes (Exposure Modes) Select these modes for full control over camera settings. —...

  • Page 19: The Viewfinder Display

    The Viewfinder Display 2 3 4 5 Actual display varies with current shooting mode and camera settings. Focus points...26, 30, 58, 59, 60 Focus indicator... 32, 61 Focus point display...26, 30, 58, 59, 60 AF-area mode... 58 Autoexposure (AE) lock... 63 Flexible program indicator...

  • Page 20: The Shooting Information Display

    Getting to Know the Camera The Shooting Information Display When the camera is turned on, the Shooting information display will be shown in the monitor. Shooting information such as shutter speed, aperture, and number of exposures remaining, as well as the settings currently applied, can be confirmed.
  • Page 21 “Wide” (Landscape) Orientation The information displayed in the monitor varies depending upon shooting mode and shooting conditions. The information included above may vary with current camera settings. Shooting mode...6 Shutter speed...40–46 Aperture (f-number)...40–46 Shutter-speed display Aperture display Electronic analog exposure display... 45 Exposure compensation ...

  • Page 22: The Command Dial

    Getting to Know the Camera The Command Dial Rotate the command dial alone or use the command dial with other buttons to adjust the following settings. Changes to shooting settings can be viewed in the viewfinder and the monitor’s Shooting information display as settings are adjusted. Function Flexible program (a mode;...
  • Page 23 Choose a flash mode (e, g, i, k, l, a, b, c and d modes; A 65). Set flash compensation (a, b, c and d modes; A 68). Active D-Lighting (A 69) Release mode (A 54) (Set to single frame, continuous, self-timer, delayed remote, or quick- response remote mode.)

  • Page 24: Multi Selector

    Getting to Know the Camera Multi Selector The multi selector is used for the following operations. With Shooting (Only when the dynamic area or single point option is selected for AF-area mode; A 58) With Quick Settings Display Move highlight down or left With Menu Screens Return to previous menu With Playback...

  • Page 25: The Shutter-Release Button

    The Shutter-Release Button The camera is equipped with a two-stage shutter-release button. To focus, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. Focus will lock* while the shutter-release button is held in this position. To release the shutter and shoot, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.

  • Page 26: The Camera Strap An-Dc1

    Getting to Know the Camera The Camera Strap AN-DC1 Attach the camera strap as shown below (two eyelets).

  • Page 27: First Steps

    This chapter explains the procedures necessary to prepare for shooting, including charging and inserting the battery, instructions for mounting lenses, setting the date and time, using memory cards. World time Date Y M D 2008 04 01 H M S 12 00 00 First Steps A 16...

  • Page 28: Charging And Inserting The Battery

    The MH-23 is for use with the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9. CHARGE lamp AC inlet The Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9 The EN-EL9 is for use with the D60. Negative terminal Signal contact Charge the battery. 1.1 Remove the terminal cover from the battery.

  • Page 29: Insert The Battery

    1.4 Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops blinking. Remove the battery from the charger and unplug the charger. Insert the battery. 2.1 After confirming that the power switch is in the off position, open the battery chamber cover. 2.2 Insert a fully charged battery as shown at right.

  • Page 30: Attaching A Lens

    Attaching a Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when exchanging lenses. Turn the camera off and remove the body cap. Remove the rear lens cap from 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 bayonet mount and rotate the lens...

  • Page 31: Detaching Lenses

    Lens An AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens (A 185) is used in this manual for illustrative purposes. The AF-S DX Zoom NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II lens can be used in the same manner, but it is not equipped with the vibration reduction (VR) function. When using the other lenses, refer to the User’s Manual provided with the lens.

  • Page 32: Vibration Reduction Mode (Vr)

    The size of the area exposed by a 35mm camera is 36 × 24 mm. The size of the area exposed by the D60, in contrast, is 23.6 × 15.8 mm, meaning that the picture angle of a 35mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the D60.

  • Page 33: Setting Display Language, Date And Time

    Setting Display Language, Date and Time The first time the camera is turned on, the language selection dialog shown in step 1 will be displayed in the monitor. Follow the steps below to choose a language and set the time and date. No photographs can be taken until the camera clock has been set. Turn camera on.
  • Page 34 Setting Display Language, Date and Time Highlight D and press the multi selector right to highlight World time. World time screen is displayed. Highlight Time zone, Date, Date format, or Daylight saving time. Press the multi selector right to proceed to the next set of options.

  • Page 35: Inserting Memory Cards

    Inserting Memory Cards The camera records photographs on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately). See “Approved Memory Cards” (A 158) for details. Inserting Memory Cards Before inserting or removing memory cards, turn the camera off and open the memory card slot cover. Slide the memory card in as shown at right until it clicks into place.

  • Page 36: Formatting Memory Cards

    Inserting Memory Cards Formatting Memory Cards Memory cards must be formatted in the camera before first use. Note that formatting memory cards permanently deletes all photographs and other data they may contain. Be sure all data you wish to keep have been copied to another storage device before formatting the card.
  • Page 37 Highlight Yes. Format card. Do not turn camera off or open the battery-chamber cover or memory card slot cover until formatting is complete and setup menu is displayed. Memory Cards • Format memory cards in the camera before first use. •...

  • Page 38: Adjusting Viewfinder Focus (Diopter Adjustment)

    Adjusting Viewfinder Focus (Diopter Adjustment) Photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Before shooting, make sure that the display in the viewfinder is in clear focus. The viewfinder can be focused by removing the lens cap and sliding the diopter adjustment control up and down until the focus points are in sharp focus.

  • Page 39: Basic Photography

    Basic Photography This chapter explains basic operations, from shooting to playback, in four steps when the mode dial is set to e (auto). It also covers Digital Vari-Programs, in which simplify shooting for particular scenes. As the four basic steps described here apply to all forms of shooting and playback, a general knowledge of these operations is required before progressing to more advanced operations.

  • Page 40: Point-And-Shoot" Photography (E (Auto) Mode)

    “Point-and-Shoot” Photography (e (Auto) Mode) This section uses shooting in e (auto) mode to explain basic procedures. e (auto) mode is an automatic “point-and-shoot” mode in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions. Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select Shooting Mode Turn the camera on.
  • Page 41 Image Sensor Cleaning Each time the camera is turned on or off, the function that removes dirt or dust from the low-pass filter, which protects the image sensor, is activated (A 162). Choose whether cleaning is performed automatically when the camera is turned on or off from the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (A 126).

  • Page 42: Step 2 Frame A Photograph

    “Point-and-Shoot” Photography (e (Auto) Mode) Step 2 Frame a Photograph Hold the camera as shown. Holding the Camera Hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Keep your elbows propped lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable.
  • Page 43 Diopter Adjustment For more information on adjusting viewfinder focus, see “Adjusting Viewfinder Focus (Diopter Adjustment)” (A 26). Exposure Meters On/Off and Auto Meter-Off This camera is equipped with exposure meters, which meter the brightness of the subject. Exposure meters are activated with the following situations: •...

  • Page 44: Step 3 Focus And Shoot

    “Point-and-Shoot” Photography (e (Auto) Mode) Step 3 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera will automatically select the focus point containing the main subject closest to the camera and focus on this subject. When the focus operation is complete, a beep will sound, and the in- focus indicator (A) will appear in the viewfinder.
  • Page 45 Shutter-Release Button For more information on the two-stage shutter-release button, see “The Shutter-Release Button” (A 13). Beep • When Focus mode (A 57) is set to Continuous-servo AF, or if the subject is judged to be moving in Auto-servo AF (default setting) and Continuous-servo AF is automatically applied, a beep indicating that the subjects is in focus will not sound.

  • Page 46: Step 4 Viewing Photographs/Deleting Photographs

    “Point-and-Shoot” Photography (e (Auto) Mode) Step 4 Viewing Photographs/Deleting Photographs Viewing Photographs While shooting information is displayed or the monitor is off after shooting, press P to display the most recent photograph in the monitor. Additional photographs can be displayed by rotating the command dial or pressing the multi selector left or right.
  • Page 47 Full-Frame Playback Option Zoom in on photograph View thumbnails Retouch photograph Exit to shooting mode Displaying Photo Information Press the multi selector up or down to change the display in the following order. Detailed information on the photograph can be viewed (A 73). File information Histgram Photograph Playback...

  • Page 48: Shooting Particular Scenes

    Shooting Particular Scenes Digital Vari-Programs offer the following shooting modes, in addition to e (auto) mode. Selecting a program automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as easy as rotating the mode dial. Mode dial Mode Auto (flash off) Portrait Landscape...
  • Page 49 h Landscape Use for vivid landscape shots. The camera selects the focus point containing the closest main subject; the built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off automatically. i Child Use for snapshots of children. Clothing and background details are vividly rendered while skin tones are given a soft, natural finish. The camera selects the focus point containing the closest main subject.

  • Page 50: Getting Good Results With Autofocus

    Shooting Particular Scenes Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (A) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus.

  • Page 51: A, B, C, And D Modes

    a, b, c, and d Modes This chapter explains the procedures for shooting in Programmed auto (a) mode, Shutter-priority auto (b) mode, Aperture-priority auto (c) mode, and Manual (d) mode. These modes allow for manual adjustment of shutter speed and/or aperture settings, and offer control over a variety of advances settings, including white balance (A 52), metering (A 62), flash compensation (A 68), and exposure compensation (A 67), which enables users to take photographs that reflect more of their own...

  • Page 52: Shooting In A, B, C, And D Modes

    Shooting in a, b, c, and d Modes a, b, c, and d modes offer a differing degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Choose the mode best suited to the situation. Mode a Programmed auto (A 41) b Shutter-priority auto (A 42) Aperture-priority auto (A 43) d Manual (A 44)

  • Page 53: Shooting In A Mode (Programmed Auto)

    Shooting in a Mode (Programmed Auto) In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. Rotate the mode dial to a.

  • Page 54: Shooting In B Mode (Shutter-Priority Auto)

    Shooting in b Mode (Shutter-Priority Auto) In shutter-priority auto mode, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, high shutter speeds to “freeze”...

  • Page 55: Shooting In C Mode (Aperture-Priority Auto)

    Shooting in c Mode (Aperture-Priority Auto) In aperture-priority auto mode, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Small apertures (high f-numbers) increase depth of field, bringing both the main subject and background into focus.

  • Page 56: Shooting In D Mode (Manual)

    Shooting in d Mode (Manual) In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. This mode can also be used for longer exposures, with which the shutter can be held open indefinitely (“Bulb” and “Time“; A 46), necessary for shooting fireworks and stars. Rotate the mode dial to d.
  • Page 57 Electronic Analog Exposure Display If a CPU lens (A 146) is attached and a shutter speed other than “Bulb” (A 46) is selected, the electronic analog exposure displays in the viewfinder and Shooting information display show whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings. If the limits of the exposure metering system are exceeded, the displays will flash.
  • Page 58 Shooting in d Mode (Manual) Long Time-Exposures Shutter speeds of “Bulb” and “Time” can be used for long time-exposure photographs of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. To prevent blurring caused by camera shake, use a tripod or an optional Wireless Remote Control ML-L3. Bulb Shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is held down, and closes when the shutter-release button is released.

  • Page 59: Changing Shooting Settings

    Changing Shooting Settings This chapter explains the application and adjustment of camera functions, to suit shooting conditions and personal intent, using the Quick settings display. Note that some functions are not available in some shooting modes. • Most of the functions explained in this chapter can be applied, or adjusted, from the shooting menu (A 100) or Custom Settings (A 109).

  • Page 60: The Quick Settings Display

    The Quick Settings Display Switch the display in the monitor to the Quick settings display to change shooting settings. When the Shooting information display (A 8) is shown, press K (L) to switch to the Quick settings display. Each time K (L) is pressed, the display changes in the following order: Shooting information display ➝...

  • Page 61: Select Option

    Select option. The option selected in step 3 is applied, and the screen shown in step 1 will be displayed. Repeat steps 1–4 to change other settings. Press the shutter-release button halfway or K (L) to complete the setting. Image Quality and Size Together, image quality (the amount of compression) and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card.

  • Page 62: Image Quality

    Image Quality and Size Image Quality Select Image quality from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). The camera supports the following image quality options (the first four are listed in descending order by image quality and file size). Option Format (default setting)
  • Page 63 NEF (RAW)/NEF (RAW)+JPEG Basic To play back NEF (RAW) photographs on devices other than this camera, the files must first be processed to another format. NEF (RAW) photographs can be processed using NEF (RAW) processing (A 140) in the retouch menu. Use JPEG photographs created using the NEF (RAW) processing option in the retouch menu to print photographs from most professional print services, or via direct USB connection to a printer.

  • Page 64: White Balance

    White Balance Select White balance from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto (default setting) is recommended for most light sources; if necessary, other values can be selected according to the type of source.

  • Page 65: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO Sensitivity Select ISO sensitivity from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). Photographs taken at slow shutter speeds are prone to blurring. If ISO sensitivity is raised above the base setting of ISO 100, the same exposures can be achieved at faster shutter speeds, preventing blur.

  • Page 66: Releasing The Shutter

    Releasing the Shutter Release Mode Select Release mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). Single frame (default setting) Camera shoots one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed. Continuous (burst mode) Camera records photographs at up to about three frames per second while the shutter-release button is pressed.

  • Page 67: Self-Timer And Remote Control Modes

    Continuous Mode When shooting conditions demand firing of the flash, continuous shooting is disabled even when b (Continuous) is selected for Release mode. Select f or change flash mode (A 65) to turn the flash off. The Number of Shots Remaining before Memory Buffer Fills The approximate number of images that can be recorded to the memory buffer, while maintaining the maximum frame rate, is shown in the viewfinder’s number of shots remaining before memory buffer...
  • Page 68 Releasing the Shutter Shoot. Self-timer: Press the camera shutter-release button halfway to focus, then press it the rest of the way down to start the self-timer. The self-timer lamp will start to blink, stopping two seconds before the photograph is shot. The release mode is set to Single frame or Continuous after the shutter is released.

  • Page 69: Focus

    Focus Focus Mode Select Focus mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). Choose how the camera focuses. b and c are available only in a, b, c, and d modes. a Auto-servo AF (default setting) Camera automatically selects single-servo autofocus when subject is judged to be stationary, continuous-servo autofocus when subject is judged to be moving.

  • Page 70: Af-Area Mode

    AF-Area Mode Select AF-area mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). The D60 is equipped with three focus points (areas in which the camera focuses). Choose how the focus point is selected in autofocus mode.

  • Page 71: Focus Point Selection

    Focus Point Selection The focus point can be selected manually for composing photographs in which the main subject is not positioned at the center of the frame. Highlight AF-area mode in the Quick settings display (A 48). To enable manual focus selection in these modes, select P (single point) or O (dynamic area) for AF-area mode (A 58) in the Quick settings display.

  • Page 72: Focus Lock

    Focus Focus Lock Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in the one of three focus points in the final composition. Selecting P (single point) or O (dynamic area) for AF-area mode (A 58) is recommended when using focus lock.

  • Page 73: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus Use this option to focus manually or when the camera is unable to focus correctly using autofocus. To focus manually, display the Quick settings display and choose Focus mode (A 48) and select d (manual focus) for Focus mode (A 57). Adjust the lens focusing ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus.

  • Page 74: Exposure

    Exposure Metering Select Metering from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). The metering method determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available when the mode dial is rotated to a, b, c, or d (matrix metering is always used in e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l modes).

  • Page 75: Autoexposure Lock

    Autoexposure Lock If the subject is not in the metered area when center-weighted or spot metering is used, exposure will be based on lighting conditions in the background and the main subject may not be correctly exposed. This can be prevented by using autoexposure lock. Available in a, b, and c modes.

  • Page 76: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the Built-in Flash The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit subjects. Note that the built-in flash cannot be used, nor can the flash mode be changed, in mode. Using the Built-in Flash: e, g, i, k, and l Modes Rotate the mode dial to e, g, i, k, or l.

  • Page 77: Changing The Flash Mode

    Changing the Flash Mode Select Flash mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). Change the flash output depending upon shooting conditions. The flash modes available depend upon the mode currently selected with the mode dial. e, g, i, k Auto (default setting) Auto + red-eye...
  • Page 78 Using the Built-in Flash The Built-in Flash Use with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18mm to 300mm or non-CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18mm to 200mm. Restrictions on focal length and shooting distance may apply with some lenses. See “Optional Accessories”...

  • Page 79: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure Compensation Select Exposure comp. from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making photographs brighter or darker. It is available in a, b, and c modes and is most effective when used with q (center-weighted) or r (spot) metering (A 62).

  • Page 80: Flash Compensation

    Flash Compensation Select Flash compensation from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). Flash compensation (available only in a, b, c, and d modes) is used to alter flash output, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections.

  • Page 81: Active D-Lighting

    Active D-Lighting Select Active D-Lighting from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). When Active D-Lighting is enabled before shooting, the camera automatically applies Active D-Lighting compensation, which preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast scenes, for example when shooting brightly lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or shooting of shaded subjects on a sunny day.

  • Page 82: Two-Button Reset

    Two-Button Reset Flexible program and the camera settings that can be changed from the Quick settings display can be restored to default values by holding K and C down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The monitor turns off briefly while settings are reset.

  • Page 83: More On Playback

    More on Playback This chapter explains photograph playback in the camera monitor, and protection of photographs from accidental deletion. Photographs can be edited from the retouch menu (A 129) during playback and recorded as separate files. The color tone of photographs can be modified, and multiple photographs can also be combined to create and play back a movie file.

  • Page 84: Viewing Photographs In Full-Frame Playback

    Viewing Photographs in Full-Frame Playback Full-Frame Playback To view photographs in the monitor, press P. Photographs taken in “tall” (portrait) orientation are displayed in tall orientation as shown at right. The following operations can be performed in full- frame playback. Option View additional photographs...

  • Page 85: Photo Information

    Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press the multi selector up or down to cycle through the following information. File Information Histogram File Information Retouch indicator...129 Protect status ...78 Frame number/total number of images Folder name...125 File name ...51 Image quality ...50...
  • Page 86 Viewing Photographs in Full-Frame Playback Shooting Data, Page 2 Retouch indicator...129 Protect status ...78 Image optimization...101 ISO sensitivity ...53 White balance...52, 103 white balance fine tuning...104 Image size/image quality ...50 Tone compensation...102 Sharpening...102 Color mode/hue ...102 Saturation...102 Image comment ...124 Frame number/total number of images 1.
  • Page 87 Highlights The brightest portions of the image (highlights) blink. Details may be lost (“washed out”) in areas of highlights that are overexposed. Use highlights as a guide when setting exposure. Retouch indicator...129 Protect status ...78 Highlights (indicated by flashing border) Frame number/total number of images Histogram A graph showing the distribution of tones in the image (histogram) is displayed*.

  • Page 88: Viewing Multiple Photographs: Thumbnail Playback

    Viewing Multiple Photographs: Thumbnail Playback To display images in “contact sheets” of four or nine images, press M in full-frame playback (A 72). The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed. Option Display more images per page Display fewer images per page View photo Highlight...

  • Page 89: Taking A Closer Look: Playback Zoom

    Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press K to zoom in to maximum of approximately 25× (large images), 19× (medium images) or 13× (small images) on a photograph in full-frame playback (A 72). The following operations can be performed. Option Zoom in Zoom out View other areas of...

  • Page 90: Protecting Photographs From Deletion

    Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, H (I) can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files cannot be deleted using J or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected files will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (A 24). Choose a photograph.

  • Page 91: Connecting To A Computer, Printer, Or Tv

    Connecting to a Computer, Printer, or TV This chapter explains connection of the camera to external devices such as computers, printers, or televisions using the supplied USB cable and the optional video cable. Photographs can be transferred to a computer for viewing, editing, and printing, or displayed on a TV screen, expanding the ways in which photographs are enjoyed.

  • Page 92: Connecting To A Computer

    ViewNX for viewing the transferred photographs, must be installed from the supplied Software Suite CD. For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide. Operating Systems Compatible with D60 Windows Preinstalled versions of Windows Vista (32-bit Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/...

  • Page 93: Connecting The Usb Cable

    Connecting the USB Cable Start the computer to which Nikon Transfer has been installed. Turn the camera off. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable. Turn the camera on. Windows Vista When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, select Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Nikon Transfer.
  • Page 94 Connecting to a Computer Camera Control Pro 2 Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately; A 156) can be used to operate the camera from a computer. When Camera Control Pro 2 is running, “PC” will appear in the viewfinder and Shooting information display.

  • Page 95: Connecting To A Printer

    Connecting to a Printer Photographs can be printed by any of the following methods: • Connect the camera to a printer and print JPEG photographs directly from the camera (A 84). • Insert the camera memory card in a printer equipped with a card slot (see the printer manual for details).

  • Page 96: Printing Via Direct Usb Connection

    Printing Via Direct USB Connection JPEG photographs can be printed directly from a camera connected to a PictBridge printer (A 186). When shooting photographs for printing via direct USB connection in a, b, c, and d modes, choose Ia (sRGB) or IIIa (sRGB) for the Optimize image>Custom> Color mode option (A 102) in the shooting menu.

  • Page 97: Connecting The Printer

    Connecting the Printer Turn the printer on. Turn the camera off. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. Turn the camera on. When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup screen 1 will be displayed in the camera monitor. Then the PictBridge playback display will be shown 2.

  • Page 98: Printing Photographs One At A Time

    Printing Via Direct USB Connection Printing Photographs One at a Time Press the multi selector left or right in the PictBridge playback display (A 85) to choose a photograph. To view six photographs at a time, press M or press K to display the highlighted photograph full frame.
  • Page 99 Time stamp Press the multi selector up or down to choose Printer default (print at current printer settings), Print time stamp (print time and date of recording on photo), or No time stamp, then press Q to select and return to the setup screen.

  • Page 100: Printing Multiple Photographs

    Printing Via Direct USB Connection Printing Multiple Photographs To print multiple photographs, press O in the PictBridge playback display (A 85). The PictBridge menu shown at right will be displayed. Print select Print selected photographs. Print (DPOF) Print photographs for which a DPOF print order has been created from the Print set (DPOF) option (A 90) in the playback menu.

  • Page 101: Creating An Index Print

    Creating an Index Print Print “contact sheets“ of small thumbnail images of all JPEG photographs. Press O in the PictBridge playback display (A 85). Select Index print and press the multi selector right to display the menu shown at right. Press Q.

  • Page 102: Creating A Dpof Print Order: Print Set

    Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set When printing from a memory card inserted in the printer’s card slot or directly from the camera connected to a printer (A 84), or when having photographs printed by a professional developer or digital print center, photographs can be printed as indicated in the DPOF print order you have created for your photographs on the memory card.
  • Page 103 Display options. Highlight option and press the multi selector right. • Data imprint: Print shooting information (shutter speed and aperture) on all photographs in print order. • Imprint date: Print date of recording on all photographs in print order. To complete print order and exit, highlight Done and press Q. Canceling the Print Orders To remove all photographs from the print order, select Deselect all? in the print set (DPOF) screen shown in step 1 and press Q.

  • Page 104: Viewing Photographs On Tv

    Viewing Photographs on TV A Video Cable EG-D100 (available separately; A 156) can be used to connect the camera to a television or VCR for playback or recording. Turn the camera off. Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the video cable. Connect the camera to the TV using the video cable.

  • Page 105: Menu Guide

    This chapter explains the details and specification of five camera menus. A Playback Options: The Playback Menu (A 96) Delete (A 96) Playback folder (A 97) Rotate tall (A 98) Slide show (A 98) Print set (DPOF) (A 90) Stop-motion movie (A 99) B Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu (A 1 Optimize image (A 101, 102)

  • Page 106: Using Camera Menus

    Using Camera Menus To view the menus, press O. A list of menu options for the icon highlighted at far left is displayed Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available. There are five major groups of menus. A Playback Adjust playback settings and manage photographs.
  • Page 107 Display menus. Highlight icon in yellow for current menu. When a menu item is highlighted, the menu icon can be selected by pressing O. Select one of the five menus. Choose from A (playback), B (shooting), C (Custom Settings), D (Setup), or E (retouch) menu.

  • Page 108: Playback Options: The Playback Menu

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu The playback menu contains the following options. See “Using Camera Menus” (A 94) for more information on using the menus. Delete Delete all or selected photographs. Playback folder Choose folder for playback. Rotate tall Rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) photographs during playback. Slide show Play photographs back in automatic slide shows.

  • Page 109: Playback Folder

    Selecting Multiple Photographs for Deletion Highlight photograph. Press and hold K to enlarge display of the selected photograph. Select highlighted photograph. Selection shown by i icon. To deselect photograph marked with i icon, highlight and press the multi selector up or down. Repeat steps 1-2 to select additional photographs.

  • Page 110: Rotate Tall

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu Rotate Tall Select On to rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) photographs for display in the camera monitor. Default setting is On. Photographs taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation (A 128) in the setup menu will be displayed in “wide” (landscape) orientation. Slide Show Create a slide show of the photographs in the current playback folder.

  • Page 111: Stop-Motion Movie

    Stop-Motion Movie View movie files created with the Stop-motion movie option (A 141) from the retouch menu. A thumbnail list of existing stop- motion movies only is displayed in the monitor. Press the multi selector left or right to choose a file and press Q to play back. Press the multi selector left or right during playback to choose a control at the bottom of the monitor, then press Q to perform the selected operation.

  • Page 112: Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu The shooting menu contains the following options. See “Using Camera Menus” (A 94) for more information on using the menus. Optimize image* Optimize images according to scene. Image quality Choose image quality and file format. Image size Choose image size.

  • Page 113: Optimize Image

    Optimize Image Optimize contrast, sharpening, and other settings according to how photographs will be used or the type of scene. Normal (default setting) Recommended for most situations. Softer Softens outlines, producing natural results suitable for portraits or retouching on a computer.

  • Page 114: Customizing Image Enhancement Options: Custom

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Customizing Image Enhancement Options: Custom Select Custom to make separate adjustments to the following options. After adjusting settings, highlight Done and press Q. Image sharpening Choose how much outlines are sharpened during shooting from Auto, Normal, Low, Medium low, Medium high, High, or None.

  • Page 115: White Balance

    Color Mode • Modes Ia and IIIa are recommended for photos that will be printed without modification or viewed in applications that do not support color management. • If the application supports color management, choose the Adobe RGB color space when opening photos taken in mode II.

  • Page 116: Fine-Tuning White Balance

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions. Color temperature is an objective measure of the color of a light source, defined with reference to the temperature to which an object would have to be heated to radiate light in the same wavelengths.

  • Page 117: Preset Manual

    Press Q. Press Q to select and return to the shooting menu. At settings other than ±0, “s“ will appear next to the white balance icon in the Shooting information display. White Balance Fine Tuning The colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a “warm”...
  • Page 118 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Highlight Measure and press the multi selector right. The screen shown at right will be displayed; highlight Yes and press The message, Take photo of white or gray object filling viewfinder under lighting for shooting. will be displayed.
  • Page 119 Press Q to apply the setting. The display will return to shooting menu. Source for Preset Manual Images displayed may include those created with other cameras, but only photographs created with D60 can be used as source for preset manual. Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu White balance Preset manual...

  • Page 120: Noise Reduction

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Noise Reduction Photographs taken at high sensitivities or at shutter speeds of eight soconds or slower can be processed to reduce “noise” in the form of mottling or randomly-spaced, brightly- colored pixels. Choose from the following options. Off (default setting) Noise reduction turns off at ISO sensitivities of 800 or less.

  • Page 121: Custom Settings

    Custom Settings The Custom Setting menu contains the following options. See “Using Camera Menus” (A 94) for more information on using the menus. R Reset Restore all Custom Settings to default values. 01 Beep Turn on or off the beep that sounds when the camera focuses or when the self- timer or remote control is used.

  • Page 122: R Reset

    Custom Settings 15 Auto off timers Choose how long the monitor and exposure meters remain on. 16 Self-timer Choose the length of the self-timer delay. 17 Remote on duration Select the length of time the camera will wait for a signal from the remote before canceling remote control mode.

  • Page 123: 07 Image Review

    (Displayed When Full Is Selected; A 118) 07 Image Review If On (default setting) is selected, photographs will automatically be displayed in the monitor after shooting. The length of time photographs are displayed depends on the option selected for Custom Setting 15 (Auto off timers; A 114). If Off is selected, photographs can be displayed in the monitor by pressing P.

  • Page 124: 11 F/G Button

    Custom Settings When On is selected, the indicators appear in the viewfinder and Shooting information display as shown at right. When these indicators are displayed, photographs are taken at the ISO sensitivity selected by the user. Unless a flash is used, these indicators blink when sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user.

  • Page 125: 12 Ae-L/Af-L

    (Displayed When Full Is Selected; A 118) 12 AE-L/AF-L Choose the function performed by H. AE/AF lock (default setting) Both focus and exposure lock while H is pressed (A 60, 63). AE lock only Exposure locks while H is pressed. Focus is unaffected (A 63). AF lock only Focus locks while H is pressed.

  • Page 126: 15 Auto Off Timers

    Custom Settings 15 Auto off Timers If no operations are performed for the selected length of time, the monitor and the viewfinder will turn off to reduce the drain on the battery. Choose the time allowed to elapse before the monitor and exposure meters turn off. The monitor and exposure meters turn off automatically in conjunction with auto meter- off.

  • Page 127: 17 Remote On Duration

    17 Remote on Duration Choose how long the camera will wait for a signal from the remote before cancelling delayed or quick-response remote modes (A 55) from 1 min. (default setting), 5 min., 10 min., or 15 min. Remote control mode is cancelled if the length of time selected elapses without no photographs have been taken after selection of the remote control mode.

  • Page 128: 19 Rangefinder

    Custom Settings Date Counter Photographs taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with the number of days remaining until, or the number of days elapsed since a specified date. Use it to track the growth of a child or count down the days until a birthday or wedding.

  • Page 129: Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. See “Using Camera Menus” (A 94) for more information on using the menus. CSM/Setup menu Choose the options displayed in the menus. Format memory card Format memory card. Info display format Choose a Shooting information display format.

  • Page 130: Csm/Setup Menu

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Dust off ref photo Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX (available separately). Auto image rotation Choose whether to record camera orientation with new photographs. Only selected options for My menu (A 119) will be displayed if My menu is selected for the CSM/Setup menu option.

  • Page 131: Choosing Menu Items For My Menu

    Choosing Menu Items for My Menu Highlight My menu and press the multi selector right. A list of menu names will be displayed. Highlight a menu name and press the multi selector right. The items in the selected menu will be listed as shown at right (the illustration shows the items listed when the playback menu is selected).

  • Page 132: Info Display Format

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Info Display Format Choose one of the following Shooting information display (A 8) formats for Digital Vari- Program (e, f, g, h, j, i, k, and l) modes and a, b, c, and d modes. Choose from the three formats, Classic, Graphic, or Wallpaper.
  • Page 133 Classic The information displayed in Classic format is shown below. “Wide” (Landscape) Orientation Programmed auto Shooting mode ...6 Shutter speed ... 40–46 ISO auto indicator ... 111 Date imprint indicator... 115 Focus point display... 26, 30, 58, 59, 60 AF-area mode...58 Optimize image indicator...

  • Page 134: Auto Shooting Info

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Wallpaper The design of the Wallpaper format is the same as the Graphic display except that a user- selected photograph is displayed in the background. The shutter speed and aperture displays, and the graphic display of the shooting mode (A 9) do not appear.

  • Page 135: Shooting Info Auto Off

    Shooting Info Auto off On (default setting) The eye sensor under the viewfinder is activated when your face comes closer to the viewfinder while the exposure meters are on, turning the Shooting information display off and the viewfinder display on. The viewfinder display remains off while shooting information is displayed.

  • Page 136: Image Comment

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Image Comment Create a comment beforehand and attach it to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed in Capture NX (available separately; A 156) or ViewNX. Done Save changes and return to the setup menu. Input comment The following dialog will be displayed.

  • Page 137: Folders

    (Displayed When Full Is Selected; A 118) Folders Create new folders on the memory card and choose the folder to which new photographs will be recorded. Folder names are comprised of a three-digit folder number and a five-digit folder name (e.g., “100NCD60“). Folder numbers are assigned automatically by the camera and folder names can be created by the user.

  • Page 138: File No. Sequence

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu File No. Sequence Choose how the camera names files. Off (default setting) File numbering is reset to 0001 when a new folder is created, the memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted. File numbering continues by adding one to the last number used after a new folder is created, the memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted.

  • Page 139: Dust Off Ref Photo

    (Displayed When Full Is Selected; A 118) Dust off Ref Photo Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX (available separately; A 156). Image Dust Off is used to reduce the effects of dust in NEF (RAW) photographs. For more information, see the documentation provided with Capture NX.

  • Page 140: Auto Image Rotation

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Image Dust Off Dust off ref photo is available with CPU lenses only. A lens with a focal length of at least 50mm is recommended (A 146). If using a zoom lens, zoom all the way in. The same reference image can be used for photographs taken with 2 / 2 different lenses or at different apertures.

  • Page 141: Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu The options available in the retouch menu can be used to create cropped, resized, or retouched copies of photographs, or to create JPEG-format copies of NEF (RAW) photographs stored on the memory card. Copies created using options in the retouch menu are recorded as separate files.

  • Page 142: Creating Retouched Copies

    Cross screen cannot be applied to photographs taken with Black-and-white selected for Optimize image (A 101). • The D60 may be unable to display or retouch photographs that were created with other models of camera or that have been modified using a computer or other device.

  • Page 143: Creating Retouched Copies In Full-Frame Playback

    Display retouch options. The screen specific to each retouch option will be displayed. See the section for each retouch option for further details. To exit to full-frame playback mode without creating modified copy, press P. Creating Retouched Copies in Full-frame Playback Except in the case of Image overlay, retouched copies can also be created by pressing Q after selecting photographs in full-frame playback.

  • Page 144: Quick Retouch

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Quick Retouch Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. The camera automatically creates copies in which dark or backlit subjects are brightened using the D-Lighting option and the contrast and saturation (vividness) are enhanced. Press the multi selector up or down to choose the amount of enhancement performed from High, Normal, or Low.

  • Page 145: Red-Eye Correction

    Red-Eye Correction The camera automatically detects “red eye” in photographs taken using the flash, and creates copies in which this phenomenon is reduced. Selecting this option displays a preview image as shown below. Red-eye correction is available only with photographs taken using the flash.

  • Page 146: Trim

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Trim Create cropped copies of selected photographs. A preview of the portion of the photograph to be copied is displayed. The following operations can be performed. Option Reduce the portion to be copied Increase the portion to be copied View other areas of image...

  • Page 147: Filter Effects

    Filter Effects Choose from the following options. Skylight Creates the effect of a sky light filter, making the photograph less blue. Warm filter Creates a copy with warm tone filter effects, giving the copy “warm” red cast. Red intensifier Intensifies reds. Green intensifier Intensifies greens.

  • Page 148: Small Picture

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Small Picture Create a small copy of the selected photograph. Copies have an image quality of JPEG Fine. The following sizes are available. o 640×480 Suited to television playback. p 320×240 Suited to display on website. q 160×120 Suitable for e-mail.
  • Page 149 Highlight Select picture. Display selection screen. Press the multi selector left or right to select photograph, and up or down to mark the selected photograph with r. Press the multi selector up or down to deselect the photograph. To view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold K.

  • Page 150: Image Overlay

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Image Overlay Image overlay combines two existing RAW photographs to create a single photograph that is saved separately from the source images. Adjust image quality (A 50) and image size (A 50), to suit intent, from the Quick settings display (A 48), or from the shooting menu (A 100), before selecting Image overlay in the retouch menu.
  • Page 151 Image Overlay • Only RAW photographs created with the D60 can be selected for image overlay. Other images are not displayed on the selection screen. • The overlay has the same photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter speed, aperture, exposure mode, exposure compensation, focal length, and image orientation) and values for white balance and optimize image as the photograph selected for Image 1.

  • Page 152: Nef (Raw) Processing

    Press O or P to exit without creating a copy. NEF (RAW) Photographs • The D60 can only create JPEG-format copies of NEF (RAW) photographs taken with the D60. • NEF (RAW) processing>White balance>Preset manual cannot be selected for photographs taken at a white balance setting other than Preset manual.

  • Page 153: Stop-Motion Movie

    Stop-motion Movie Create a stop-motion movie from photographs taken with the D60 and record as a movie file. Create movie Choose the photographs for stop-motion movie and create a movie file. Frame size Choose the frame size from 64 × 4 Frame rate Choose the frame rate from 15 fps, 1 fps, 6 fps, or 3 fps.
  • Page 154 Highlight Frame rate to change the rate at which the stop-motion movie is played back. Highlight Edit to return to step 5. Stop-Motion Movies Photographs taken with cameras other than the D60, and copies created using the Trim and Small picture options, cannot be selected. Playing Back Stop-Motion Movies •...

  • Page 155: Before And After (Making A Side-By-Side Comparison)

    Before and after (Making a Side-by-Side Comparison) Compare a retouched copy to the source image by displaying them side-by-side. This option is displayed only when Q is pressed while a retouched copy, or the source image for a retouched copy, is displayed in full-frame playback (A131). Select a source image or a retouched copy in full-frame playback mode and press Q.
  • Page 156 Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu...

  • Page 157: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories This chapter introduces the optional accessories available for the D60, as well as covering handling instructions. • See our websites or product catalogs for up-to-date information on accessories for the D60. Flash units (Speedlights) (A 150) Wireless Remote Control...

  • Page 158: Compatible Lenses

    Compatible Lenses Camera setting Lens/accessory AF-S, AF-I NIKKOR Type G or D AF NIKKOR PC Micro 85mm f/2.8D AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter Other AF NIKKOR (except lenses for F3AF) AI-P NIKKOR AI- or AI-modified NIKKOR and Nikon Series-E Medical-NIKKOR 120mm f/4 (IF) Reflex-NIKKOR PC-NIKKOR AI-type Teleconverter...
  • Page 159 • Reprocopy Outfit PF-4 requires Camera Holder PA-4. Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses The following accessories and non-CPU lenses can NOT be used with the D60: • AF Teleconverter TC-16A • Non-AI lenses • Lenses that require the Focusing Unit AU-1 (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8, 1200mm f/11)
  • Page 160 Compatible Lenses The AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter The 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 80-200mm f/2.8D ED • AF-S VR Micro 105mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S VR 200mm f/2G ED •...
  • Page 161 The Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18mm to 300mm (A 66). The flash may be unable to light the entire subject and restrictions on focal length and shooting distance may apply with the following lenses. Lens AF-S DX 12-24mm f/4G ED AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR...

  • Page 162: Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)

    Speedlight is attached. When used with compatible flash units such as the optional SB-400, SB-800, and SB-600 Speedlights, the D60 supports the advanced Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)*, which offers a number of features, including i-TTL flash control and Flash Color Information Communication.
  • Page 163 Guide Number by the square root of two (approximately 1.4). For example, when the SB-400 is used with the D60 at a sensitivity setting of ISO 200, the range of the SB-400, at an aperture of f/5.6 is 21 ÷ 5.6 × 1.4 = 5.3 meters, or 69 ÷ 5.6 × 1.4 = 17 ft. 5 in. (at ISO 200, 20°C/68°F, the angle of coverage is sufficient to light the picture angle of an 18mm lens).
  • Page 164 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units. Speedlight Flash mode/feature i-TTL Balanced fill-flash for digital SLR i-TTL Standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR Auto aperture Non-TTL auto Distance-priority manual Manual Repeating flash AF-assist for multi-area AF Flash Color Information Communication REAR...
  • Page 165 1 In a, b, c, and d modes, lower built-in flash and use optional Speedlight only. To prevent the built-in flash from popping up automatically when lighting is poor, do not select Digital Vari-Program modes. 2 When mounted on D60, flash mode is automatically set to TTL and shutter release is disabled. Set Speedlight to A (non-TTL auto) mode.
  • Page 166 Refer to the documentation provided with Speedlight for details. If the Speedlight supports the Creative Lighting System, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D60 is not included in the “digital SLR” category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals.

  • Page 167: Other Accessories

    • Nikon filters can be divided into three types: screw-in, slip-in, and rear-interchange. Use Nikon filters; other filters may interfere with autofocus or electronic range finding. • The D60 cannot be used with linear polarizing filters. Use the C-PL circular polarizing filter instead.
  • Page 168 Use the AC Adapter EH-5a to power the camera for extended periods. The Power Connector EP-5 is required (available separately) to connect the AC adapter to the D60. The AC Adapter EH-5 can be used in place of the EH-5a. For more information about connecting the AC adapter to the camera using power connector, see “Connecting the...

  • Page 169: Connecting The Power Connector And The Ac Adapter

    Connecting the Power Connector and the AC Adapter Turn off the camera before connecting the power connector and the AC adapter. Open the battery-chamber 1 and power-connector 2 covers. Insert the Power Connector EP-5 into the battery chamber as shown at right, making sure the “+” and “–” terminals are in the correct orientation.

  • Page 170: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D60. All cards of the designated make and capacity can be used, regardless of speed. SanDisk 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB Toshiba 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB...

  • Page 171: Maximizing The Life Of The Camera

    Servicing the Camera and Accessories The D60 is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services).

  • Page 172: Caring For The Optical Low-Pass Filter

    Caring for the Camera Caring for the Optical Low-Pass Filter Automatic Low-Pass Filter Cleaning (Clean Image Sensor) The image sensor that acts as the camera’s photograph element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moiré. If you suspect that dirt or dust on the filter is appearing in photographs, you can clean the filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu.

  • Page 173: Select An Option

    Cleaning at Startup/Shutdown Select Clean at. Display the Clean image sensor menu as described in step 2 of “Cleaning from the Setup Menu Option” (A 160). Highlight Clean at and press the multi selector right. Select an option. Highlight one of the following options and press G Startup The image sensor is automatically cleaned each time the camera is turned on.
  • Page 174 Caring for the Camera Cleaning the Low-Pass Filter Manually If image sensor cleaning (A 160) is unable to completely remove dirt or dust from the filter, you can clean the filter as described below. Note, however, that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged.

  • Page 175: Turn The Camera Off

    Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the low-pass filter during production and shipping. The D60, however, is designed to be used with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are removed or exchanged.

  • Page 176: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions

    Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions The Camera and Lens Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keep dry: This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity.
  • Page 177 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If the product will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag containing a desiccant. Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may cause the material to deteriorate.

  • Page 178: The Battery

    Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions The Battery Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning and should be removed with a soft, dry cloth before use. After removing the battery from the camera, be sure to replace the terminal cover. Charge the battery before use.

  • Page 179: Technical Notes

    Technical Notes Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Display Problem Viewfinder is out of Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional diopter adjustment focus.

  • Page 180: Shooting

    Troubleshooting Shooting All shooting modes Problem Camera takes time to Delete files or folders. turn on. • Memory card is full, locked, or not inserted. • Flash is charging. Shutter release is • Camera is not in focus. disabled. • CPU lens with aperture ring attached without locking aperture •...
  • Page 181 Problem Randomly-spaced • Lower ISO sensitivity or use noise reduction. bright pixels (“noise”) • Shutter speed is slower than 8s: use noise reduction. appears in photographs. • Mode dial rotated to h or j: select another mode. • AF-assist lamp does not light for manual focus, continuous- servo autofocus, or when focus mode automatically switches from auto-servo AF to continuous-servo AF.

  • Page 182: Playback

    Subject is too dark or too bright. white balance. Image cannot be selected as source for Image was not created with D60. preset manual. Inconsistent results Select Custom in Optimize image and choose a setting other with a series of than Auto for image sharpening and tone compensation.

  • Page 183: Others

    Problem • Select On for Rotate tall. “Tall” (portrait) • Photo was taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation. orientation photos • Camera orientation was changed while the shutter-release are displayed in “wide” (landscape) button was pressed in continuous release mode. •...

  • Page 184: Camera Error Messages And Displays

    Camera Error Messages and Displays This section lists common warning indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder and monitor. Message Lock lens aperture ring at minimum aperture (largest f-number). Lens not attached. Attach a lens. Shutter release disabled. Recharge battery.
  • Page 185 Message Viewfinder This memory card cannot be used. Card may be damaged. Insert another card. This card is not formatted. Format the card. Card is full Subject is too bright. Subject is too dark. — Camera Error Messages and Displays Solution •...
  • Page 186 Camera Error Messages and Displays Message — Flash is in TTL mode. Choose another setting or use a CPU lens. No Bulb in S mode. Unable to measure preset white balance. Please try again. FOLDER CONTAINS NO IMAGES. FILE DOES NOT CONTAIN IMAGE DATA.
  • Page 187 Message Viewfinder Error. Press shutter release button again. Initialization error. Contact Nikon-authorized service representative. Camera Error Messages and Displays Solution Press shutter-release button again. If error persists, consult with Nikon-authorized (blinks) service representative. Contact Nikon-authorized service (blinks) representative. 32–33...

  • Page 188: Appendix

    Appendix Available Settings and Defaults The following defaults are restored with Custom Setting R (Reset). Custom settings 01 Beep 02 Focus mode 1, 2 03 AF-area mode 04 Release mode 05 Metering 06 No memory card? 07 Image review 08 Flash compensation 09 AF-assist 10 ISO auto 11 F/G button...
  • Page 189 Shooting menu Optimize image Image quality Image size White balance ISO sensitivity Noise reduction Active D-Lighting Setup menu CSM/Setup menu Info display format Auto shooting info Shooting info auto off World time 2008.01.01.00:00:00 (format and time zone vary with region of sale) LCD brightness Video mode Language...

  • Page 190: Memory Card Capacity And Image Quality/Size

    Appendix Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality/Size The following table shows the approximate number of photographs that can be recorded on a 1GB memory card at different image quality and size settings All figures are approximate; actual file size and memory card capacity may vary with scene recorded and make of memory card.

  • Page 191: Flash Control

    Flash Control Flash output is adjusted using one of the following systems when a CPU lens is used in combination with the built-in flash or optional SB-400, SB-800, or SB-600 Speedlights. i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash for Digital SLR Flash output is adjusted for a natural balance between the main subject and the background.

  • Page 192: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon D6 Digital Camera Type Type Lens mount Effective picture angle Effective pixels Image sensor Image sensor Total pixels Dust-reduction System Storage Image size (pixels) File format Media File system Viewfinder Viewfinder Frame coverage Magnification Eyepoint Diopter adjustment Focusing screen...
  • Page 193 Lens • AF-S and AF-I NIKKOR: All functions supported • Type G or D AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus • Non-Type G or D AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus • IX-NIKKOR and AF-NIKKOR for F3AF: Not supported. •...
  • Page 194 Specifications Exposure mode Exposure compensation Exposure lock ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) Active D-Lighting Focus Autofocus Detection range Lens servo AF-area mode Focus lock Flash Built-in flash Flash control Flash mode Flash compensation Flash-ready indicator Digital Vari-Programs (Auto, Auto (flash off), Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Night portrait) Programmed auto with flexible program Shutter-priority auto...
  • Page 195 Full-frame and thumbnail (four or nine images) playback with Playback playback zoom, slide show, histogram display, highlights, auto image rotation, and stop-motion movies created with the D60 Interface Hi-Speed USB Data transfer protocol: MTP, PTP...
  • Page 196 Specifications Quick Charger MH-23 Rated input Rated output Supported batteries Charging time Operating temperature 0–40 °C (32–104 °F) Dimensions (W× H × D) Approx. 82.5 × 28 × 65 mm (3.2 × 1.1 × 2.6 in.) Length of cord Weight Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9 Type Rated capacity...
  • Page 197 HB-45 (attaches as shown below) Lens hood (available separately) * The minimum aperture available when these lenses are used with the D60 is f/36. Specifications Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice.

  • Page 198: Supported Standards

    • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.21: The D60 supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.21, a standard in which information stored with photographs is used for optimal color reproduction when the images are output on Exif-compliant printers.

  • Page 199: Index

    Index Symbols e (auto) f Auto (flash off) g Portrait h Landscape i Child j Sports k Close up l Night portrait a 41 b 42 c 43 d 44 A (exposure compensation) button B (aperture) button 4, 44 C (Active D-Lighting) button D (flash mode) button 4, 64, 65, 68 E (flash compensation) button...
  • Page 200 Index CSM/setup menu full my menu simple Custom settings Cyanotype Date counter imprint Date and time Date imprint indicator Day white fluorescent Daylight fluorescent 21, 22 Daylight saving time 70, 176 Default setting Delete current images Diopter adjustment 5, 26 control D-Lighting DPOF...
  • Page 201 Image review Index print Info display format classic wallpaper 4, 56 Infrared receiver 53, 111 ISO auto 7, 9 indicator 9, 53 ISO sensitivity Hi 1 i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR 50, 140 JPEG Language LCD brightness 19, 146, 149, 185 Lens attaching 40, 62, 128, 146, 148...
  • Page 202 Index 7, 116 Rangefinder RAW+B Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9 Red intensifier Red-eye correction 4, 65 reduction lamp 9, 54 Release mode Remote 55, 56, 156 Control ML-L3 control mode 54, 55 delayed 54, 55 quick-response Remote on duration Reset 4, 167 Reset switch Retouch menu Rotate tall...
  • Page 203 Index...
  • Page 204 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. Printed in Europe YP8A01(11) 6MB01411-01...

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