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  • Page 1 Nikon DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual...
  • Page 2 • The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. • The SDHC logo is a trademark. • PictBridge is a trademark. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
  • Page 3 More on Playback Connecting to a Computer, Printer, or TV Maximizing the Life of the Camera Technical Notes...
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 • No part of the manuals included with this product • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, resulting from the use of this product.
  • Page 6 Nil<on for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200 Notices for Customers in Canada...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    For Your Safety ............................Notices ................................. Introduction ..................About This Manual ........................... Information and Precautions ....................... Getting to Know the Camera ........................ Camera Body ..............................The Mode Dial ............................... The Power Switch ............................The Viewfinder Display ..........................The Shooting Information Display ......................The Command Dial ............................
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Shooting Particular Scenes ......................... Taking Pictures ............................Features or@,_, lii, "S', 4 , _, and [] Modes ..........Getting Good Results with Autofocus ..................... P, S, A, and M Modes ..............Shooting in P, S, A, and M Modes ....................Shooting in P Mode (Programmed Auto) ..................
  • Page 9 Table of Contents More on Playback ................Viewing Photographs in Full-Frame Playback ................Full-Frame Playback ........................... Photo Information ............................Viewing Multiple Photographs: Thumbnail Playback ............... 76 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom .................... Protecting Photographs from Deletion ..................Connecting to a Computer, Printer, or TV ........
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Custom Settings ........................... R Reset ................................01 Beep ................................ 06 No Memory Card?..........................07 Image Review ............................09 AF-assist ..............................10 ISO Auto ..............................11 __)/FI1 Button ............................12 AE-L/AF-L ..............................13 AE Lock ..............................14 Built-in Flash/Optional Flash Unit .......................
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu ..............Creating Retouched Copies ........................Creating Retouched Copies in Full-frame Playback ................ Quick Retouch ............................. D-Lighting ..............................Red-Eye Correction ............................. Trim ................................Monochrome ............................... Filter Effects ..............................Small Picture ..............................Image Overlay .............................. NEF (RAW) Processing ..........................
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Technical Notes ................Troubleshooting ........................... Display ................................Shooting ............................... Playback ................................ Others ................................Camera Error Messages and Displays ................... Appendix ..............................Available Settings and Defaults ........................ Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality/Size ................Exposure Program (Mode P)........................Flash Control ..............................

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction 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 6&...
  • Page 14 Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon digital single-lens reflex cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including lenses, battery chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon...

  • Page 15: Notices

    • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. • While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate ©...

  • Page 16: Camera Body

    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............Accessory shoe cover ........Power switch ...............
  • Page 17 Getting to Know the Camera 6" DRubber Eyecup DK-20 ......... Battery-chamber cover latch ......Viewfinder eyepiece ........7, 26 Battery-chamber cover ......17, 157 Eye sensor ............32, 123 Tripod socket Diopter adjustment control ......Monitor ............8, 72, 123 AE-L AF-L (AE-L/AF-L) button ......

  • Page 18: Getting Toknow The Camera

    Getting toKnow 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) 6" Select these modes for full control over camera settings. S -- Shutter-priority Programmed...

  • Page 19: The Viewfinder Display

    Getting to Know the Camera The Viewfinder Display © rl _ 2345 Actual display varies with current shooting mode and camera settings. 26, 30, 58, 59, 60 Number of exposures remaining ..28, 178 Focus points ....... indicator Number of shots remaining before Focus ..........

  • 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 Getting toKnow theCamera "Tall" (Portrait) Orientation "Wide" (Landscape) Orientation 28 27 26 25 24 23 6" 19 7 12 13 17 16 18 The information displayed in the monitor varies depending upon shooting mode and shooting conditions. The information included above may vary with current camera settings. AF-area mode ............

  • 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.
  • Page 23 Getting to Know the Camera Flash mode Choose a flash mode (A_o, _, ._, _, [_, P, S, A and M modes; [] 65). _Set Set flash compensation (P, S, A and M modes; [] 68). Active D-Lighting ÷ _/Fn When (Custom Setting 11...

  • Page 24: Multi Selector

    Getting to Know the Camera Multi Selector The multi selector is used for the following operations. With Shooting ,on, whenthe e,ec o area or single point option ([_ 59) is selected for AF-area 6" mode; [] 58) With Quick Settings Display Move highlight or right...

  • Page 25: The Shutter-Release Button

    Getting to Know the Camera 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

    First Steps This chapter explains the procedures necessary to prepare for shooting, including charging and insertinc the battery, instructions for mounting lenses, setting the date and time, using memory cards. [_J16 [_J18 [_J21 [] 23...
  • Page 28 Use the supplied Quick Charger MH-23 to charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9 before first use, or when the battery runs low. The Quick Charger MH-23 The MH-23 isfor usewith the supplied RechargeableLi-ion Battery EN-ELg. AC adapter plug CHARGE lamp AC inlet Wall plug (shape...

  • Page 29: Charging And Inserting The Battery

    Charging and Inserting the Battery 1.4 Charging is complete when tile CHARGE lamp stops blinking. CHARGE lamp Remove tile battery from the charger and unplug the charger. Insert the battery. 2.1 After confirming that the power switch is in _-r]. the off position, open tile battery chamber cover.
  • Page 30 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 in the direction shown until it clicks into...

  • Page 31: Attaching Alens

    Attaching aLens Lens An AF-SDX NIKKOR18-55mm f/3.5-5.dGVR lens ([] 185)is used in this manual for illustrative purposes. The AF-SDX Zoom NIKKOR18-55mm f/3.5-5.dG ED IIlens carl be used in tile same manner, but it is not equipped with the vibration reduction (VR)function. When using the other lenses,refer to tile User'sMdinu_/provided with tile lens.

  • Page 32: Vibration Reduction Mode (Vr)

    _-slower (at a focal length of 55mm) than when vibration reduction is disabled. Panning is also supported. Basedon results achieved under Nikon measurement conditions. The effects of vibration reduction may vary depending on individual and shooting conditions. • Set the vibration reduction ON/OFF switch to ON to turn the vibration reduction on.

  • Page 33: Reset The Clock

    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

    Setting Display Language, Date and Time Highlight _ 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. Presstile multi selector right to proceed to tile next set of options.

  • Page 35: Inserting Memory Cards

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

  • Page 36: Inserting 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: Formatting Memory Cards

    Inserting Memory Cards Highlight Yes. Format card. Do not turn camera off or open the battery-chamber cover or memory card slot cover until formatting complete and setup menu is displayed. Memory Cards • Format memory cards in the camera before first use. •...
  • Page 38 Photographs are framed intheviewfinder. Before shooting, make sure thatthedisplay intheviewfinder isinclear f ocus. The viewfinder can befocused b yremoving thelens capand sliding thediopter adjustment control upand down until t hefocus points areinsharp f ocus. When operating thediopter a djustment control withyoureye totheviewfinder, becareful nottoputyour f ingers orfingernails inyour e ye.

  • 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 A_o (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: Step 1 Turn The Camera On And Select Shooting Mode

    This section u ses s hooting i nA_0 (auto) mode toexplain b asic p rocedures. AUTO ,t_ (auto) mode is an automatic "point-and-shoot" mode in which the majority of settings are controlled bythe camera in response to shooting conditions. Step I Turn the Camera On and Select Shooting Mode...
  • Page 41 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (A_T_ ° (Auto) Mode) Image Sensor Cleaning Eachtime the camera isturned on or off, the function that removes dirt or dust from tile low-passfilter, which protects tile image sensor,is activated (f_ 162).Choose whether cleaning is performed automatically when tile camera is turned on or off from the Clean image sensor option in tile setup menu (f_ 126).

  • Page 42: Step2 Framea Photograph

    "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (A_T_ ° (Auto) Mode) Step2 Framea 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 tile other to keep you upper body stable.
  • Page 43 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (A_T_ ° (Auto) Mode) Diopter Adjustment For more information on adjusting viewfinder focus, see "Adjusting Viewfinder Focus (Diopter Adjustment)" ([] 26). Exposure Meters On/Off and Auto Meter-Off This camera is equipped with exposure meters, which meter tile brightness of the subject. Exposure meters are activated with tile following situations: •...

  • Page 44: Step3 Focus And Shoot

    "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (A_T_ ° (Auto) Mode) Step3 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera will automatically select the focus point cor]taining the main subject closest to the camera and focus or] this subject. When tile focus operation is complete, a beep will sound, and the in- focus indicator (0) will appear in the viewfinder.
  • Page 45 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (A_T= ° (Auto) Mode) Shutter-Release Button For more information on the two-stage shutter-release button, see"The Shutter-Release Button" ([] 13). Beep • When Focus mode ([] 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 tile subjects is in focus will not sound.

  • Page 46: Step 4 Viewing Photographs/Deleting Photographs

    "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (A_T_ ° (Auto) Mode) Step 4 Viewing Photographs/Deleting Photographs Viewing Photographs While shooting information is displayed or the monitor is offafter shooting, press [] 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 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (A_T_ ° (Auto) Mode) Full-Frame Playback Option Description Zoom m on Zoom in on current photograph (f_ 77). photograph View thumbnails (_I_ View multiple photographs (f_ 76). Retouch photograph Create retouched copy of current photograph (f_ 129). Exit to shooting button halfway or press [].
  • Page 48 Digital Vari-Programs offer the following shooting modes, in addition to A_o (auto) mode. Selecting a program automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as easy as rotating the mode dial. Mode d_al_i Mode ..Description Auto (flash off) For pictures that do not use tile flash.

  • Page 49: Shooting Particular Scenes

    Shooting Particular Scenes 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. Usefor 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 Shooting Particular Scenes...

  • Page 51: P, S, A, And M Modes

    P, S, A, Modes This chapter explains the procedures for shooting in Programmed auto (P) mode, Shutter-priority auto (S) mode, Aperture-priority auto (A) mode, and Manual (i) 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 (_'_ 52), metering (_'_ 62), flash compensation (_'_ 68), and exposure compensation...
  • Page 52 P, S, A, and M modes offer a differing degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Choose the mode best suited to the situation. Mode Description _"i?_!_'_'_ !':'"_'i-°-?_!°_:_ Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. p[0grammed auto ([1_41) Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to adjust camera settings.
  • Page 53 Inthismode, thecamera automatically adjusts shutter speed a nd aperture foroptimal exposure inmost s ituations. This mode isrecommended forsnapshots andother situations inwhich youwant t oleave t hecamera incharge o fshutter speed a ndaperture. 1 Rotate themode dialto _-__ Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.
  • Page 54 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" motion (_J 40). ,.ot.tethe.o.e..
  • Page 55 Inaperture-priority automode, youchoose t heaperture while thecamera automatically selects theshutter speed t hatwillproduce t heoptimal exposure. Small apertures (high f-numbers) increase depth offield, b ringing b oththemain subject andbackground into focus. Large a pertures (low f-numbers) soften b ackground details ( _J 40). 1 Rotate themode dialto A.
  • Page 56 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"; [] 46), necessary for shooting fireworks and stars. Watch the electronic analog exposure...
  • Page 57 Shooting in M Mode (Manual) Electronic Analog Exposure Display If a CPU lens (f_ 146)is attached and a shutter speed other than "Bulb" (f_ 46)is selected, tile electronic analog exposure displays in tile viewfinder and Shooting information display show whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings. If tile limits of the exposure metering systemare exceeded, tile displays will flash.
  • Page 58 Shooting in IW Mode (Manual) Long Time-Exposures Shutter speeds of "Bulb" and "Time" can be used for long time-exposure photographs 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 tile shutter-release button is held down, and closes when tile shutter-release button is released.

  • Page 59: The Quick Settings Display

    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 (_'_ 100) or Custom Settings (_'_ 109).
  • Page 60 Switch t hedisplay inthemonitor totheQuick s ettings display to change s hooting s ettings. When theShooting information display (_'_ 8)isshown, press ( _ (_l:l_) toswitch totheQuick s ettings display. Each t ime (_(_l:l_)is pressed, thedisplay changes inthefollowing order: Shooting information display _ Quick settings display _ monitor off_ Shooting...
  • Page 61 The Quick Settings Display/Image Quality and Size Select option. The option selected in step 3 is applied, and the screen shown in step 1will be displayed. Repeat steps 1-4 to change other settings. Presstile shutter-release button halfway or _ (_1:!_) t o complete tile setting.

  • Page 62: Image Quality And Size

    Image Quality and Size Image Quality Select Image quality from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting ([] 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 Compressed...
  • Page 63 NEFand JPEGimages will be deleted. Install ViewNX from tile supplied Software Suite CD. Be sure to update to tile latest version of Capture NX.Nikon MessageCenter automatically checks for updates if an Internet connection is detected at startup.

  • Page 64: White Balance

    Useunder fluorescent lighting. The specific type of fluorescent lighting carl be specified from White balance ([] 103) in the shooting menu. Direct sunlight Usewith subjects lit by direct sunlight. Usewith built-in flash or optional Nikon flash units. Use in daylight under overcast skies. Usein daylight with subjects in the shade.

  • Page 65: Iso Sensitivity

    Select ISO sensitivity from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (_'_ 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 Release Mode Select Release mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (_J 48). single frame (default setting) Camera shoots one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed. continuous (burst mode) [] 54 Camera records photographs at up to about three frames per second while tile shutter-release button is pressed.The fastest frame ratescarl be achieved by choosing manual focus ([] 61), rotating the mode dial to S or i and selecting a...

  • Page 67: Releasing The Shutter

    Releasing the Shutter Continuous Mode When shooting conditions demand firing of the flash, continuous shooting is disabled even when (Continuous) is selected for Release mode. Select _ or change flash mode ([] 65) to turn tile flash off. The Number of Shots Remaining before Memory Buffer Fills The approximate number of images that carl be recorded to the _|lm memory buffer, while maintaining the maximum frame rate, is shown...
  • Page 68 Releasing the Shutter Shoot. Self-timer: Pressthe camera shutter-release button halfway to focus, then pressit the rest of tile way down to start tile selfitimer. The selfitimer lamp will start to blink, stopping two seconds before tile photograph is shot. The release mode is set to Single frame or Continuous after the shutter is released.

  • Page 69: Focus

    Focus Mode Select Focus mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (_'_ 48). Choose how the camera focuses. AF-8 and AF-O are available only in P, S, A, and M modes. AF-A Auto-servoAF (default setting) Cameraautomatically selects single-servo autofocus when subject isjudged to be stationary, continuous-servo autofocus when subject is judged to be moving.

  • Page 70: Af-Area Mode

    Focus AF-Area Mode Select AF-area mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting 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. closest subject Camera automatically selects focus point contairsirsg subject closest to camera.

  • Page 71: Focus Point Selection

    Focus 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 48). To enable manual focus selection in these modes, select [E_l (single...

  • 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 [E_] (single point) or I:E _,] (dynamic area) for AF-area mode (_'_ 58)is recommended when using focus lock.

  • Page 73: Manual Focus

    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 ([] 48) and select MF (manual focus) for Focus mode ([] 57). Adjust the lens focusing ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus.
  • Page 74 Metering Select Metering from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (_'_ 48). The metering method determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available when the mode dial is rotated to P, S, A, or M (matrix metering is always used in A_,_o, _), B_, I_, ._, _, _1_,[] modes).

  • Page 75: Exposure

    Exposure 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.

  • Page 76: 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 4, _, or [] mode. Using the Built-in Flash: A_o _._- ._j. _, and [] Modes Rotate the mode dial to A_:_, _,...

  • Page 77: Changing The Flash Mode

    Using the Built-in Flash Changing the Flash Mode Select Flash mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting ([] 48). Change the flash output depending upon shooting conditions. The flash modes available depend upon the mode currently selected with the mode dial. Auto (default setting) Auto slow sync (default...
  • Page 78 Using the Built-in Flash The Built-in Flash Usewith CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18mm to 300 mm or non-CPU lenseswith focal lengths of 18mm to 200mm. Restrictions on focal length and shooting distance may apply with some lenses. See"Optional Accessories"([] 145) for details. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range ofdOcm (2ft.) and cannot be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses.

  • Page 79: Exposure Compensation

    Select Exposure comp. from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (_'_ 48). Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making photographs brighter or darker. It is available in P, S, and A modes and is most effective when used with _ (center-weighted) or I-_...

  • Page 80: Flash Compensation

    Select Flash compensation from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (_'_ 48). Flash compensation (available only in P, S, A, and M 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

    Select Active D-Lighting from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (_'_ 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...
  • Page 82 Flexible program and the camera settings that can be changed from the Quick settings display can be restored to default values by holding (_ and PI_ 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 photographs from accidental deletion. Photographs can be edited from the retouch menu ([] 129) during playback and recorded as separate files. The color tone of photographs can be modified, and multiple photographs...

  • Page 84: Full-Frame Playback

    Full-Frame Playback To view photographs in the monitor, press l-_. Photographs taken in "tall" (portrait) orientation displayed in tall orientation as shown at right. The following operations can be performed in full- frame playback.._wl_,_ ..w_o_ Option iii ..................

  • Page 85: Viewing Photographs In Full-Frame Playback

    Viewing Photographs in Full-Frame Playback 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. Filelnf_rmation Shooting Data Page 1 _ Shooting tara Page2 Histogram Highlights _ Active D-Lighting and Retouch History...
  • Page 86 Viewing Photographs in Full-Frame Playback Shooting Data, Page 2 Retouch indicator ..........Protect status ............Image optimization ..........ISO sensitivity 1............White balance ..........52, 103 white balance fine tuning ......Image size/image quality ........Tone compensation ........... Sharpening .............. Color mode/hue ..........
  • Page 87 Viewing Photographs in Full-Frame Playback 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 ..........Protect status ............Highlights (indicated by flashing border) Frame number/total number of images Histogram...
  • Page 88 To display images in "contact sheets" of four or nine images, press _[] in full-frame playback (_'_ 72). The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed. Description Option Display more images Increase number of images displayed from one per page (full-flame playback) to four or from four to nine.
  • Page 89 Press (_ to zoom in to maximum of approximately (large images), 19x (medium images) or 13x (small images) on a photograph in full-frame playback (_'_ 72). The following operations can be performed. Option Description Zoom m Press_ to zoom in. Zoom out (_[] PressE_II_to zoom...
  • Page 90 In full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, AE-L (Of'l) can be used to protect AF-L photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files cannot be deleted using _ or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected files will be deleted when the memory card is formatted ([] 24).

  • Page 91: Connecting Toa Computer, Printer, Ortv

    Connecting toa Computer, Printer, orTV 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 ([] 82). !!W!ill Macintosh Mac OS X (version 10.3.9, 10.4.10) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. Notes on Power Source When corlnecting the camera to a computer...

  • Page 93: Connecting Toacomputer

    During Transfer Do not turn the camera offor disconnect the USBcable while transfer is in progress. Viewing Online Help To view online help for Nikon Transfer or ViewNX, select Nikon Transfer help, or ViewNX help, from the application's Help menu.
  • Page 94 When CameraControl Pro 2 is rurming, "PC"will appear in tile viewfinder and Shooting information display. Nikon MessageCenter automatically checks for updates if an Internet con nection is detected at startup. Be sure to update to the latest version. For Users of Windows 2000 Professional...
  • Page 95 Photographs can be printed by any of the following methods: • Connect the camera to a printer and print JPEG photographs directly from the camera (!_ 84). • Insert the camera memory card in a printer equipped with a card slot (see the printer manual for details).
  • Page 96 JPEG photographs can be printed directly from a camera connected to a PictBridge printer (_'_ 186). When shooting photographs for printing via direct USBconnection in P, S, A, and i modes, choose la (sRGB) or Ilia (sRGB) for the Optimize image>Custom>...

  • Page 97: Printing Via Direct Usb Connection

    Printing Via Direct USB Connection Connecting the Printer Turn the printer Turn the camera off. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. Turn the camera on. F--[ J_,_ When connected correctly, tile PictBridge startup screen (1_will be displayed in tile camera monitor.

  • 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 ([_ 85) to choose a photograph. To view six photographs at a time, press (_II_ or press to display tile highlighted photograph full frame.
  • Page 99 Printing Via Direct USB Connection Time stamp Presstile 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 OK to select and return to the setup screen.

  • Page 100: Printing Multiple Photographs

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

  • Page 101: Creating An Index Print

    Printing ViaDirect USB C onnection Creating an Index Print Print "contact sheets" of small thumbnail images of all JPEG photographs. Press MENU in the PictBridge playback display ([_ 85). Select Index print and press the multi selector right to display the menu shown at right. Press OK.
  • Page 102 When printing from a memory card inserted in the printer's card slot or directly from the camera connected to a printer (l_ 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: Creating A Dpof Print Order: Print Set

    Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 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.
  • Page 104 A Video Cable EG-D1O0 (available separately; [] 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 4IlL connecting or disconnecting the video cable. Connect the camera to the TV using the video cable.

  • Page 105: Menu Guide

    Menu Guide This chapter explains the details and specification of five camera menus. CSM/setup menu (_ 118) Delete (_'_ 96) Format memory card (_'_ 24) Playback folder (_'_ 97) Info display format (_'_ 120) Rotate tall (_'_ 98) Auto shooting info (_'_ 122) Slide show (_'_ 98) Shooting info auto off (_ 123) Print set (DPOF) (_ 90)
  • Page 106 MENU. To view the menus, press A list of menu o highlighted at far left is displayed indicates that the Menu items that are displayed in current menu contains gray are not currently available. or more pages g for each option is shown by icon If [_ icon is displayed, help for the current...

  • Page 107: Using Camera Menus

    Using Camera Menus Display menus. Highlight icon in yellowfor current menu. When a menu item is highlighted, tile menu icon carl be selected by pressing MENU. Select one of the five menus. Choose from [] (playback), _ (shooting), (Custom Settings), _ (Setup),or F41 (retouch) menu.

  • Page 108: Delete

    The playback menu contains the following options. See "Using Camera Menus" (_'_ 94) for more information on using the menus. Delete all or selected photographs. Choose folder for playback. Rotate "tall" (portrait-orientation) photographs during playback. Slide shOw Play photographs back in automatic slide shows. Select photographs for printing and number of copies for each.

  • Page 109: Playback Options: The Playback Menu

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu Selecting Multiple Photographs for Deletion Highlight photograph. Pressand hold _ to enlarge display of tile selected photograph. Select highlighted photograph. Selection shown by [] icon. To deselect photograph marked with [] icon, highlight and press tile 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 (_'_ 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...

  • Page 111: Stop-Motion Movie

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu Stop-Motion Movie View movie files created with the Stop-motion movie option ([] 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 OK to play back.
  • Page 112 The shooting menu contains the following options. See "Using Camera Menus" (_'_ 94) for more information on using the menus. Optimize image, 1o1,1o2 Optimize images according to scene. Choose image quality and file format. Choose image size. White balance_ [] 52, i03, 104, 105 Adjust colors according to tile light source.
  • Page 113 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu 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. (_S0 Softer Softens outlines, producing natural results suitable for portraits or retouching on a computer.

  • Page 114: Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu

    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 OK. 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

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Color Mode • Modes la and Iliaare recommended for photos that will be printed without modification or viewed in applications that do not support color management. • If tile application supports color management, choose tile Adobe RGBcolor 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

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Press OK. PressOK to select and return to tile shooting menu. At settings other than ±0, "_t_"will appear next to the white balance icon in tile Shooting information display. [_ White Balance Fine Tuning The colors on tile fine-tuning axesare relative, not absolute. For example, moving tile 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 Yesand press The message, Take photo of white or gray object _ _!:7_ filling viewfinder under lighting for shooting, will be displayed.
  • Page 119 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Copying White Balance from a Photograph A white balance value copied from an existing photograph can be used for preset manual. Note that only one photograph can be selected at a time as a source for preset manual. Each time new preset data is acquired with Use photo, the existing preset data will be overwritten.

  • 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.
  • Page 121 The Custom Setting menu contains the following options. See "Using Camera Menus" (_'_ 94) for more information on using the menus. R Reset Restore all Custom Settings to default values. [] 11o Turn or] or off the beep that sounds when the camera focuses or when the self- timer or remote control is used.

  • Page 122: Custom Settings

    Custom Settings 15 Auto off timers Choose how long the monitor and exposure meters remain on. 16 Se!f-ti mer [] 114 Choose tile length of the self-timer delay. 17 Remote on duration [] 115 Selecttile length of time the camera will wait for a signal from the remote before canceling remote control mode.

  • Page 123: Image Review

    Custom Settings 07 Image Review (Displayed When Full Is Selected; I_ 118) 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; [] 114).

  • Page 124: Iso Auto

    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: Ae-L/Af-L

    Custom Settings 12 AE-L/AF-L (Displayed When Full Is Selected; [] 118) Choose the function performed " AE-L Dy AF-L. AE/AF Iock (default setting) Both focus and exposure lock while AE-/ AF-L iS pressed 60, 63). AE Iockonly Exposure lockswhile AE-L AF-Lis pressed.

  • Page 126: Auto Offtimers

    Custom Settings 15 Auto off Timers (Displayed When Full Is Selected; IXJ 118) If no operations are performed for the selected length of time, the monitor and the viewfinder will turn offto reduce the drain on the battery. Choose the time allowed to elapse before the monitor and exposure meters turn off.

  • Page 127: Remote On Duration

    Custom Settings 17 Remote on Duration (Displayed When Full Is Selected; L_ 118) Choose how long the camera will wait for a signal from the remote before cancelling delayed or quick-response remote modes ([] 55) from 1 min. (default setting), 5 min., 10 min., or 15 min.

  • Page 128: 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 The setup menu contains thefollowing o ptions. See "Using C amera Menus" (_'_ 94) f ormore information onusing themenus. Choose the options displayed inthe menus. Format memory card. Info display format 120122 Choose aShooting information display format. []122 Aut0 sh00ting info Display shooting information when t he shutter-release button i spressed...

  • Page 130: Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Dust off ref ph0t0 [_127 Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX (available separately). Auto image rotation [E128 Choose whether to record camera orientation with new photographs. Only selected options for My menu ([_ 119) will be displayed if My menu is selected for the ¢SM/Setup menu option.

  • Page 131: Choosing Menu Items For My Menu

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup 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. Theitemsin the selectedmenuwill be listedasshownat right (tile illustrationshowstile itemslistedwhentile playbackmenuis selected).

  • Page 132: Info Display Format

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Info Display Format Choose one of the following Shooting information display (_'_ 8) formats for Digital Vari- Program (A_o,_), _, I_, _, ._, _, and F_) modes and P, S, A and M modes. Choose from the three formats,...
  • Page 133 Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Classic The information displayed in Classic format is shown below. "Wide" (Landscape) Orientation "Tall" (Portrait} Orientation 11 12 21 20 22 Shooting mode ............Electronic analog exposure display .... 45 Shutter speed ..........40-46 Exposure compensation ........

  • 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 (_'_ 9) do not appear.

  • Page 135: Shooting Info Auto Off

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu 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...

  • 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; [] 156) or ViewNX. Done Savechanges and return to the setup menu. Input comment The following dialog will be displayed.

  • Page 137: Folders

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Folders (Displayed When Full Is Selected; IXJ 118) 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 (Displayed When Full Is Selected; I_ 118) Choose how the camera names files. Off (default setting) File numbering is resetto 0001 when a new folder is created, the memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted.

  • Page 139: Dust Off Ref Photo

    Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Dust off Ref Photo (Displayed When Full Is Selected; I_ 118) Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Offoption in Capture NX (available separately; [] 156). Image Dust Offis 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 SOmm is recommended 146). If using a zoom lens, zoom all tile way in. The same reference image carl be used for photographs taken with different...
  • Page 141 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: The Retouch Menu

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Retouching Copies • The options in tile retouch menu carl each be applied once to existing copies, although this may result in lossof quality. Note tile following: - The same option cannot be applied to the same copy more than once. - Copies created with Quick retouch cannot be further modified using D-Lighting - Copies created with D-Lighting cannot be further modified using Quick retouch.

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

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Display retouch options. The screen specific to each retouch option will be displayed. Seetile section for each retouch option for further details. To exit to fuIPffame playback mode without creating modified copy, press1_-1. Creating Retouched Copies 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

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Red-Eye Correction The camera automatically detects "red eye" in photographs taken using the flash, and creates copies in which this phenomenon 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. 0 ption Description Eachtime _ is pressed,the portion to be copied Reduce the portion to be copied is reduced in the preview image.

  • Page 147: Filter Effects

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Filter Effects Choose from the following options. Skylight Creates the effect of a _Kylic ht filter making me pno_ograph less blue. Warm filter Creates a copy _itrl warn _one filter effects, giving me copy "warm" red cast. Red intensifier ntensifies reds.

  • 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. Suited to television playback. Suited to display on website. Suitable for e-mail. The small picture option can be used during full-flame playback as described in "Creating Retouched Copies in Full-frame Playback"...
  • Page 149 Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu 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 _'_. Presstile multi selector up or down to deselect the photograph.

  • 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 (_'_ 50) and image size (_'_ 50), to suit intent, from the Quick settings display (_'_ 48), or from the shooting menu (_'_ 100), before selecting Image overlay in the retouch menu.
  • Page 151 Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Optimize exposure for the overlay pressing the multi selector up or down to select the gain for image 1 from between 0.1 and 2.0. The default value is 1.0; selecting 0.5 cuts gain in half, while selecting 2.0 doubles gain.

  • Page 152: Nef (Raw) Processing

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu NEF (RAW) Processing Create JPEG-format copies of NEF (RAW) photographs stored at image quality setting RAW orRAW+B$1). Highlight NEF {RAW} processing in the retouch menu and press the multi selector right. A photograph selection dialog will be displayed. Press the multi selector left or right to highlight the NEF (RAW) photograph.

  • Page 153: Stop-Motion Movie

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu 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 640 x 480, 320 x 240, or 160 x 120. Frame rate Choose tile fra me rate from 15 fps, 10 fps, 6 fps, or 3 fps.
  • Page 154 Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Highlight Starting image, Middle image, or End image and press When Starting image is selected, repeat step 2 to select the starting image. After the starting image is changed, tile monitor will return to display shown in step 4.

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

    Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu 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 OK is pressed while a retouched copy, or the source image for a retouched copy, is displayed in full-flame playback (_Jl 31).

  • Page 157: Optional Accessories

    Only Nikon brand accessoriescertified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
  • Page 158 Type G or D AF NIKKOR 2 p_C-M i_c ro 8_mm' f/2.8 D 4 .... AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter (except lenses for F3AF) _orAI-modified NIKKOR and Nikon Series-E 11 MedicaI-NIKKOR 120mm f/4 (IR e; N,KKOR ,f12 ,f12 AI-type Teleconverter @ Bellows Focusingls ,f12...

  • Page 159: Compatible Lenses

    Compatible Lenses 11 Range of rotation for A180-200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is limited by camera body. Filters can not be exchanged while A1200-400mm f/4 ED is mounted on camera. 12 Electronic analog exposure display is not available. 13 {}an be used in manual exposure modes at shutter speeds slower than Electronic analog 1/125 exposure display is not available.
  • Page 160 Compatible Lenses The AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter The AFG/AF-I teleconverter carl be used with the following AF-S and AF-I lenses: • AFG VR70-200ram f/2.8G ED • AFG 400mm f/2.8D ED II • AFG 80-200mm f/2.8D ED • AFG 400mm f/2.8D ED • AFGVR Micro 105ram f/2.SG ED1 •...
  • Page 161 Compatible Lenses The Built-in Flash The built-in flash carl be used with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18ram to 300ram ([] 66). The flash may be unable to lig ht the entire subject and restrictions on focal length and shooting distance may apply with tile following lenses.
  • Page 162 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: Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)

    Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) Nikon Speedlight SB-600 • The SB-600 is a high-performance flash unit with a guide number of 30/98 (ISO 100, m/ ft) (at the 35mm zoom-head position, 20°C/68°F). • The flash head can be tilted 90 ° up, ] 80 ° to the left, and 90° to the right for bounce-flash or close-up photography.
  • Page 164 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units. °_I'C_ _'°° _' Advanced Wireless Lighting Speedlight single flash unit ........... i Commander Remote s%o0 _ s%%o_ %-,200 Fla. Suh =m°de!featu reo..%_-8oo° %%%o0"! i-TTL Balanced i_TTL2 fill-flash for digital SLR Standard i-TTL...
  • Page 165 ¢D Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Useonly Nikon Speedlights. Negative voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to tile accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the synccircuitry of the camera or flash. Before using a Nikon Speedlight not listed in tills section, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative for more information.
  • Page 166 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) Notes on Optional Speedlights Referto the documentation provided with Speedlight for details. If the Speedlight supports the Creative Lighting System, refer to the section or] CLS<ompatible digital SLRcameras.The D60 is not included in tile "digital SLR"category in tile SB-8ODX, SB-28DX, a nd SB-SODX manuals. The shutter will synchronize with an external flash at speeds of 1/200s or slower.
  • Page 167 Shooting info auto off (_ 123) in the setup menu. Filters • Nikon filters carl be divided into three types: screwqn, slipqn, and rearqnterchange. Use Nikon filters; other filters may interfere with autofocus or electronic range finding. • The D60 cannot be used with linear polarizing filters. Usethe C-PLcircular polarizing filter instead.

  • Page 168: Other Accessories

    Pro 2: Control tile camera from a computer and save photographs disk. Be sure to update to tile latest version2 Nikon Message Center automatically check for updates if an Internet connection is detected at startup. Up to date information is available at Nikon websites or from our latest product catalogs.

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

    Other Accessories Connecting the Power Connector and the AC Adapter Turn offthe camera before connecting the power connector and the AC adapter. Open the battery-chamber _1_and power-connector covers. __2_ 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 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. Toshiba 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB1,4GB 2 Panasonic 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512 MB, 1GB, 2GB1,4GB 2,8GB 2 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB Lexar Hatinum...

  • Page 171: Maximizing The Life Of The Camera

    Servicing the Camera and Accessories The DdOis a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by tile 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).Frequent...

  • Page 172: Caring For The Camera

    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 moir6. 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 Caring for the Camera 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" ([] 1dO). Highlight Clean at and press the multi selector right. Selectan option. Highlight one of the following options and press (_0N Startup The image sensor is automatically cleaned...
  • Page 174 Note, however, that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon- authorized service personnel. To prevent the camera from powering offwhile...
  • Page 175 4" Foreign Matter on the Low-Pass Filter 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 tile camera when lensesare removed or exchanged.
  • Page 176 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. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.

  • Page 177: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions

    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.

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

  • Page 180: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Shooting All shooting modes ....Problem Solution " Camera takes time to Delete files or folders. turn or]. • Memory card is full, locked, or not inserted. 23, 25, • Flashis charging. Shutter releaseis • Camera is not in focus. disabled.
  • Page 181 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Randomly-spaced bright pixels Cnoise") • Lower ISOsensitivity or use noise reduction. 53, 108 appears in • Shutter speed is slower than 8s: use noise reduction. photographs. • Mode dial rotated to [] or "_: select another mode. 6,36-37 •...

  • Page 182: Playback

    Troubleshooting Problem solution _ .._° Reddish areas may appear in long time-exposures. Turn noise Reddish areas appear reduction or] when taking pictures at shutter speeds of "bulb" or 46, 108 in photos. "time". Full range of shutter Flash in use. speeds not available.

  • Page 183: Others

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution • Select On for Rotate tall. "Tall" (portrait) orientation photos • Photo was taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation. are displayed in • Camera orientation was changed while the shutter-release "wide" (landscape) button was pressed in continuous releasemode. orientation.
  • Page 184 This section lists common warning indicators and error messages that appear in the viewfinder and monitor. Viewfinder Solution Lock lens aperture ring at I" I" Lock ring at minimum aperture (largest f- 19,40 minimum aperture (largest (blinks) number). f-number). F" "/_ Lens not attached.

  • Page 185: Camera Error Messages And Displays

    Message • UseNikon-approved card. • Card may be damaged. Format memory This memory card cannot card again. If error persists,contact retailer (,_,,,,) I I I-t or Nikon-authorized service be used.Card may be (blinks) damaged. Insert another representative. card. 23-24, • Ifthis message isdisplayed when creating a new folder, delete unwanted files.
  • Page 186 Camera Error Messages and Displays vTe°wfi]"[:!°er'°-"! so iution Message • Built-in flash is lowered: raise built-in flash • Reducedistance to subject, use larger 40-46, 53, 153, aperture, or increaseISOsensitivity or flash range. • Flashhead on optional %-400 Speedlight is in bounce-flash position. •...
  • Page 187 Camera Error Messages and Displays Message Viewfinder solution Press shutter-release button again. If error Error. Press shutter release E r r button again. (blinks) persists, consult with Nikon-authorized 32-33 service representative. Initialization error. Contact Nikon-authorized service _ p r Contact Nikon-authorized service (blinks) representative.

  • Page 188: Available Settings And Defaults

    Available Settings and Defaults The following defaults are restored with Custom Setting R (Reset). 01 BeeD AF-A (Setto MF with some lenses) 03 AFnarea mode 1 2 Closestsubject 04 Releasemode 1 Single frame OTV_ter,--'_ ... Matrix (f_xed) Matrix 06 No memory card? Releaselocked 07 Image review 09 AF-assist...

  • Page 189: Appendix

    Appendix °_JTO °"'_°'°_ . °--_ _'_,'_'_--_ °°°_"_,'°i--_ --°""°_, °'°:='_ _ '_r, o,,o_,u,: _iiiiHiiliiii!!i@_ ¸ !i_i!_liiiiii,li_ii:!i Normal Optimize image uality! JPEG normal Large White balance! Auto (fixed) Auto Auto ISO sensitMty! Noise reduction Active D-Lighting 1 iSM!Setu _ menu Simple nfo display format Graphic (Background color: White) Auto shootino info...

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

    Appendix Memory Card Capacity 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 1. 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

    Appendix 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 Flashoutput is adjusted for a natural balance between the main subject and the background.
  • Page 192 Nikon D60 Digital Camera Type Singledens reflex digital camera _ensmount Nikon F mount (with AFcontacts) Effective picture angle Approx. 1.5 x lens focal length (Nikon DX format) lo.2 million image sensor 23.6 x 15.8mm CCDsensor Total pixels 10.75 million Image sensor cleaning Image Dust Off reference data...
  • Page 193 Specifications Type Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter speed 1/4°°°-30 sin steps of 1/3 EV, Bulb, Time (optional Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 required) Flash sync speed X=]/200 s; synchronizes with shutter at ]/200 s or slower B,n0,e frame, c:ont, nuous ! ' IRe ease mode Self-timer, Remote control (optional Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 required)
  • Page 194 3200 equivalent) above ISO 1600. Active D£ighting Can be selected from On (auto) or Off Nikon Multi-CAM 530 autofocus sensor module with TTLphase Autofocus detection, 3 focus points, and AF-assistilluminator (range approx. 0.5-3 m/1 ft. 8 in.-9 ft. 10 in.) - - +19 EV(ISO 100,20°C/68°F)

  • Page 195: Specifications

    Nikon reservesthe right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that tills manual may contain.
  • Page 196 Specifications Quick Charger MH-23 AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) DC8.4 V,0.9 A Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9 j_'' Approx. 90 minutes when battery is fully discharged 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) D_Approx. 82.Sx28x65mm(3.2xl.lx2.6in.) , ::: Approx. 1.8m(.Sft. 11 in.) Approx. 80 g (2.8 oz.),excluding power cable Rechargeable Li-ion Battery...
  • Page 197 Nikon reservesthe rig ht to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.

  • Page 198: Supported Standards

    Specifications 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 ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • 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.
  • Page 199 display 9 Symbols ring 40 AUTO (auto) 28 Aperture-priority auto 43 _) Auto (flashoff) 36 Auto image rotation 128 Portrait 36 Auto meter off 31 [] Landscape 37 Auto off timers 114 • _;J. C hild 37 Auto shooting info 122 "_ Sports 37 Autoexposure (AE)lock 7, 63, 113 Close up 37...

  • Page 200: Index

    Index manual 113 CSM/setup menu 118 full 118 mode 65 my menu 119 optional unit 113 simple 118 range 149, 179 Custom settings 109 rearcurtain sync 65, 66 Cyanotype 134 red-eye reduction 65 slow sync 65 sync mode 9 TTL 113 Date Flashcompensation 68 counter 116...
  • Page 201 NDF 51 indicator 7, NEF51 ISOsensitivity 9, 53 NEF(RAW)51 Hi1 53 NEF(RAW)processing 140 i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR179 Nikon Transfer 80 No memory card? 110 No. of copies 86 Noise reduction 108 JPEG50, 140 JPG51 Optimize image 101 indicator 9...

  • Page 202: Two-Button Reset

    Index Stop-motion movie (playback) 99 Strap 14 Rangefinder 7, 116 RAW+B51 Rechargeable Lidon Battery EN-EL916, 184 Terminal cover 16 Redintensifier 135 Time 46 Red-eye correction 133 Time stamp 87 Tone compensation 102 reduction lamp 4, 65 Trim 134 Releasemode 9, 54 Two-button reset 70 Remote Control MbL3 55, 56, 156...
  • Page 204 Nikon 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. NIKON CORPORATION Printed in Europe Fuji Bldg., 2=3Marunouchi 3-chome,...

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