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

  • Page 2: Package Contents

    Package Contents Confirm that the package contains the following items: BS-1 accessory shoe cover DK-23 rubber eyecup D7100 camera BF-1B body cap EN-EL15 rechargeable MH-25 battery charger (AC DK-5 eyepiece cap (0 60) Li-ion battery (with terminal wall adapter supplied only in cover) countries or regions where required.
  • Page 3 Where to Find It Find what you’re looking for from: The Table of Contents .... 0 The Index......... 0 The Q&A Index......0 Error Messages......0 Menu Options ......0 Troubleshooting ..... 0 Introduction 0 35 Basic Photography and Playback 0 47 P, S, A, and M Modes 0 55...
  • Page 4 Q&A Index Find what you’re looking for using this “question and answer” index. Taking Photographs Shooting Modes and Framing Options Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots (i mode)? 35–38 How do I quickly adjust settings for different scenes? Can I use special effects during shooting? 177–183 Can I adjust shutter speed to freeze or blur motion (mode S)?
  • Page 5 Retouching Photographs How do I create retouched copies of photos? 273–290 How do I remove “red-eye”? How do I make JPEG copies of RAW (NEF) photos? Can I overlay two NEF (RAW) photos to make a single image? 280–281 Can I create a copy of a photo that looks like a painting? Can I trim movie footage on the camera or save movie stills? Menus and Settings How do I use the menus?

  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Follow these steps for a quick start with the D7100. Attach the camera strap. Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. Charge (0 22) and insert the battery (0 24). Attach a lens (0 26). Mounting mark Keeping marks (indicated by white dot) aligned, position (camera) lens on camera, then rotate until lens clicks into place.
  • Page 7 Insert a memory card (0 30). Front Slot 1 Slot 2 Turn the camera on. Frame the photograph (0 37). AF area brackets Focus and shoot (0 37). In-focus indicator View the photograph (0 39). K button See Also For information on choosing a language and setting the time and date, see page 28. See page 33 for information on adjusting viewfinder focus.

  • Page 8: Menu Options

    Menu Options D PLAYBACK MENU (0 217) C SHOOTING MENU (0 224) Delete Reset shooting Selected menu Select date Storage folder Select folder by number Playback folder D7100 (default) Select folder from list File naming File naming Role played by Current Overflow (default)

  • Page 9: A Custom Setting Menu

    Set Picture Interval timer Standard (default) Choose start time Control shooting Neutral Vivid Start time Monochrome Interval Portrait Select no. of times×no. of shots Landscape Manage Picture Start Save/edit Control Movie settings Frame size/frame rate Rename Movie quality Delete Microphone Load/save Color space Destination...
  • Page 10 b Metering/exposure d Shooting/display b1 ISO sensitivity 1/3 step (default) d1 Beep Volume step value 1/2 step Pitch b2 EV steps for 1/3 step (default) d2 Viewfinder exposure grid display 1/2 step (default) cntrl d3 ISO display Show ISO sensitivity b3 Easy exposure On (Auto reset) Show ISO/Easy ISO...
  • Page 11 e Bracketing/flash f Controls e1 Flash sync 1/320 s (Auto FP) OK button Shooting mode speed 1/250 s (Auto FP) Playback mode 1/250 s (default) Live view 1/200 s Assign Fn Press button 1/160 s Press + command dials 1/125 s Assign Press preview...
  • Page 12 g Movie Non-CPU lens Lens number data g3 Assign AE-L/ View photo shooting info Focal length (mm) AF-L button AE/AF lock (default) Maximum aperture AE lock only AF fine-tune AF fine-tune (On/Off ) AE lock (Hold) Saved value AF lock only Default AF-ON List saved values...
  • Page 13 N RETOUCH MENU (0 273) O MY MENU (0 291) D-Lighting Add items – Playback menu Red-eye – Shooting menu correction Custom setting menu Trim – Setup menu Monochrome Black-and-white Retouch menu Remove items Sepia – Rank items Cyanotype – Filter effects Choose tab Skylight...

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Q&A Index ............................ ii Quick Start Guide........................iv Menu Options ..........................vi For Your Safety ........................xxi Notices............................xxiii Introduction Overview............................1 Getting to Know the Camera....................2 The Camera Body ........................2 The Mode Dial..........................6 The Release Mode Dial ......................7 The Control Panel........................8 The Viewfinder..........................9 The Information Display.......................
  • Page 15 Basic Photography and Playback Battery Level and Card Capacity ..................35 “Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes) ...........36 Basic Playback ...........................39 Deleting Unwanted Photographs..................40 Creative Photography (Scene Modes) ................41 k Portrait..........................41 l Landscape........................41 p Child...........................42 m Sports..........................42 n Close Up..........................42 o Night Portrait ........................42 r Night Landscape......................43 s Party/Indoor ........................43 t Beach/Snow ........................43...
  • Page 16 Image Recording Options Image Area..........................63 Image Quality and Size......................66 Image Quality........................... 66 Image Size ..........................68 Using Two Memory Cards ....................69 Focus Autofocus ...........................71 Autofocus Mode ........................71 AF-Area Mode.......................... 73 Focus Point Selection......................75 Focus Lock..........................76 Manual Focus ..........................78 ISO Sensitivity Auto ISO Sensitivity Control ....................81 Exposure...
  • Page 17 Flash Photography Using the Built-in Flash....................... 119 Flash Mode ..........................120 Flash Compensation......................124 FV Lock............................125 Remote Control Photography Using an Optional ML-L3 Remote Control ..............127 Wireless Remote Controllers .................... 130 WR-1 Wireless Remote Controllers................130 WR-R10/WR-T10 Wireless Remote Controllers............130 Other Shooting Options Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings............
  • Page 18 Special Effects Shooting with Special Effects................... 177 % Night Vision........................178 g Color Sketch ........................178 i Miniature Effect ......................178 u Selective Color ......................179 1 Silhouette ........................179 2 High Key .........................179 3 Low Key ..........................179 Options Available in Live View ..................180 More on Playback Full-Frame Playback......................
  • Page 19 Menu Guide D The Playback Menu: Managing Images ................217 Playback Folder........................ 217 Hide Image......................... 218 Playback Display Options..................... 219 Copy Image(s)........................219 Image Review ........................222 After Delete ........................222 Rotate Tall .......................... 222 Slide Show.......................... 223 C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ................224 Reset Shooting Menu ....................
  • Page 20 d: Shooting/Display ......................238 d1: Beep..........................238 d2: Viewfinder Grid Display..................239 d3: ISO Display and Adjustment.................239 d4: Screen Tips ........................239 d5: CL Mode Shooting Speed ..................239 d6: Max. Continuous Release..................240 d7: File Number Sequence ...................240 d8: Information Display ....................241 d9: LCD Illumination .......................241 d10: Exposure Delay Mode...................241 d11: Flash Warning......................241 d12: MB-D15 Battery Type ....................242...
  • Page 21 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup ..................261 Format Memory Card..................... 262 Monitor Brightness ......................262 Image Dust Off Ref Photo..................... 263 Flicker Reduction......................264 Time Zone and Date....................... 265 Language ........................... 265 Auto Image Rotation...................... 265 Battery Info ........................266 Image Comment......................
  • Page 22 Technical Notes Compatible Lenses....................... 295 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)................. 303 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)..............304 Other Accessories......................... 308 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter............311 Caring for the Camera......................312 Storage .............................312 Cleaning...........................312 Image Sensor Cleaning.......................313 “Clean Now” ........................313 “Clean at Startup/Shutdown”..................314...

  • Page 23: 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.
  • Page 24 • When the battery is not in use, attach provided or sold by Nikon for the the terminal cover and store in a cool, purpose to maintain compliance with dry place.

  • Page 25: Notices

    Notices • No part of the manuals included with this • Nikon will not be held liable for any product may be reproduced, transmitted, damages resulting from the use of this transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or product. translated into any language in any form, •...
  • Page 26 Nikon may cause harmful interference to radio Corporation may void the user’s authority to communications.
  • Page 27 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 28 Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

  • Page 29: Introduction

    Introduction Overview Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the product.

  • Page 30: 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. The Camera Body Release mode dial..........7, 57 Movie-record button ..........
  • Page 31 The Camera Body (Continued) Built-in flash ............119 Cover for accessory terminal and headphone Mirror ............... 61, 315 connectors ............310 Lens release button ..........27 Meter coupling lever...........338 Lens mounting mark..........27 AF-mode button........72, 74, 155 M/Y button Focus-mode selector ........71, 78 Flash mode............119 Connector for external microphone....
  • Page 32 The Camera Body (Continued) AF-assist illuminator..........233 Contact cover for optional MB-D15 battery pack Self-timer lamp............59 ................308 Red-eye reduction lamp ........121 Power connector cover ........311 Sub-command dial........13, 257 CPU contacts Depth-of-field preview button..50, 255, 260 Lens mount ............27, 78 Fn (function) button ..
  • Page 33 The Camera Body (Continued) P button ..............18 Viewfinder eyepiece..........33 Changing settings in the information display Rubber eyecup ............60 ................12 O/Q button Changing settings during live view/movie Delete ............40, 197 recording..........157, 164 Formatting memory cards ......32 Retouching pictures ........

  • Page 34: The Mode Dial

    The Mode Dial Mode dial The camera offers the modes listed below. To choose a mode, press the mode dial lock release and rotate the mode dial. Mode dial lock release Special Effects Modes (0 177) Use special effects during shooting. P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings.

  • Page 35: The Release Mode Dial

    The Release Mode Dial Release mode dial lock release To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting (0 57). Release mode dial Mode Description One photograph is taken each time the shutter- Single frame release button is pressed.

  • Page 36: The Control Panel

    The Control Panel MB-D15 battery indicator........243 Battery indicator ............ 35 Flash mode............120 Autofocus mode ............ 71 Image size..............68 Image quality............66 White balance............89 White balance fine-tuning indicator ....92 Aperture stop indicator....... 47, 298 Aperture (f-number) ........50, 51 Aperture (number of stops) .......

  • Page 37: The Viewfinder

    The Viewfinder 11 12 1516 17 18 19 Monochrome indicator (displayed in % mode or ISO sensitivity indicator ........79 when the Monochrome Picture Control or a “K” (appears when memory remains for over Picture Control based on Monochrome is 1000 exposures) ..........35 selected) .............105 Flash-ready indicator........38, 241 Special effects mode indicator......177...

  • Page 38: The Information Display

    The Information Display Press the R button to display shutter speed, aperture, the number of exposures remaining, AF-area mode, and other shooting information in the monitor. R button Release mode ............. 7, 57 Continuous shooting speed....... 58, 239 Exposure indicator ..........51 Exposure compensation display......
  • Page 39 26 27 28 29 30 Exposure and flash bracketing indicator..133 WB bracketing indicator ........137 ADL bracketing indicator........139 Multiple exposure indicator......143 “Beep” indicator........... 238 ADL bracketing amount ........139 Copyright information ........267 Image comment indicator ........ 266 Depth-of-field preview button assignment ..
  • Page 40 Changing Settings in the Information Display To change settings for the items listed below, press the P button. Highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. P button Image area............... 63 High ISO noise reduction........228 Active D-Lighting ..........

  • Page 41: The Command Dials

    The Command Dials The main- and sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with other controls to adjust a variety of settings. M/Y button Flash mode Flash compensation D button AF-mode button Bracketing Autofocus mode AF-area mode Sub-command dial Mode dial E button Exposure compensation...
  • Page 42 Scene and Special Effect Modes Choose a scene (h; 0 41). h mode Main command dial Monitor Choose a special effect mode (q; 0 177). q mode Main command dial Monitor Image Quality and Size Set image quality (0 66). X (T) button Main command dial Control panel Choose an image size (0 68).
  • Page 43 ISO Sensitivity Set ISO sensitivity (0 79). W (S) button Main command dial Control panel Set auto ISO sensitivity control (0 82). W (S) button Sub-command dial Control panel Exposure Choose a combination of aperture and shutter speed (mode P; 0 48). Mode P Main command dial Control panel...
  • Page 44 Set exposure compensation (mode P, S, A, M, or % ; 0 86). E button Main command dial Control panel Activate or cancel bracketing/ select number of shots in bracketing sequence (mode P, S, A, or M; 0 133). D button Main command dial Control panel Select bracketing increment...
  • Page 45 Flash Settings Choose a flash mode (0 120). M (Y) button Main command dial Control panel Set flash compensation (mode P, S, A, or M; 0 124). M (Y) button Sub-command dial Control panel...

  • Page 46: The P Button

    The P button Use the P button for quick access to a variety of functions during viewfinder and live view photography, movie recording, and playback. P button Viewfinder Photography Press P to view links to frequently-used shooting options at the bottom of the information display (0 12).

  • Page 47: Camera Menus

    Camera Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: • : Playback (0 217) • : Setup (0 261) •...

  • Page 48: Using Camera Menus

    Using Camera Menus The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus. Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item Cancel and return to Select highlighted item or previous menu display sub-menu Move cursor down Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. Display the menus.
  • Page 49 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. Highlight an option. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option. Select the highlighted item. Press J to select the highlighted item.

  • Page 50: First Steps

    First Steps Charge the Battery The camera is powered by an EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-25 battery charger before use. About 2 hours and 35 minutes are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains.
  • Page 51 The AC Wall Adapter Depending on the country or region of purchase, an AC wall adapter may also be supplied with the charger. To use the adapter, insert it into the charger AC inlet (q). Slide the AC wall adapter latch in the direction shown (w) and rotate the adapter 90°...

  • Page 52: Insert The Battery

    Insert the Battery Before inserting the battery, rotate the power switch to OFF. Inserting and Removing Batteries Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries. Open the battery-chamber cover. Unlatch (q) and open (w) the battery-chamber cover. Insert the battery. Insert the battery in the orientation shown (q), using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side.
  • Page 53 If the problem persists, cease use immediately and take battery and charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. Do not short the charger terminals; failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating and damage to the charger.

  • Page 54: Attach A Lens

    Attach a Lens The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR. Lens mounting mark Focal length scale Focal length mark Lens hood CPU contacts (0 296) Lens cap Rear lens cap A-M mode switch (0 27, 78) Vibration reduction ON/OFF switch Zoom ring...
  • Page 55 Attach the lens. Mounting mark Keeping marks (indicated by white dot) aligned, position (camera) lens on camera, then rotate until lens clicks into place. Mounting mark (lens) If the lens is equipped with an A-M or M/A-M mode switch, select A (autofocus) or M/A (autofocus with manual override).

  • Page 56: Basic Setup

    Basic Setup A language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date. Photographs can not be taken until you have set the time and date. Turn the camera on. A language-selection dialog will be displayed.
  • Page 57 The Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed or the camera is powered by an optional EP-5B power connector and EH-5b AC adapter (0 308). Two days of charging will power the clock for about three months.

  • Page 58: Insert A Memory Card

    Insert a Memory Card The camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately; 0 347). To install a memory card, turn the camera off and, holding the card in the orientation shown below, slide it in until it clicks into place. The memory card access lamp will light for a few seconds.
  • Page 59 Memory Cards • Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. • Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer.

  • Page 60: Format The Memory Card

    Format the Memory Card Memory cards must be formatted before first use or after being used or formatted in other devices. Formatting Memory Cards Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding (0 203). Turn the camera on.

  • Page 61: Adjust Viewfinder Focus

    Adjust Viewfinder Focus The camera is equipped with diopter adjustment to accommodate individual differences in vision. Check that the display in the viewfinder is in focus before framing pictures in the viewfinder. Turn the camera on. Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. Focus the viewfinder.

  • Page 63: Basic Photography And Playback

    Basic Photography and Playback Battery Level and Card Capacity Before shooting, check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Turn the camera on. Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. The control panel will turn on and the display in the viewfinder will light.

  • Page 64: Point-And-Shoot" Photography (I And J Modes)

    “Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes) This section describes how to take photographs in i and j modes, an automatic “point-and-shoot” mode in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions. Select i or j Mode. Mode dial To shoot where use of a flash is prohibited, photograph infants, or capture natural lighting...
  • Page 65 Frame the photograph. Frame a photograph in the viewfinder with the main subject in the AF area brackets. AF area brackets Press the shutter-release button halfway. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. The active focus point will be displayed. If the subject is poorly lit, the flash may pop up and the AF-assist illuminator may light.
  • Page 66 The Shutter-Release Button The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. To take the photograph, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Focus: press halfway Shoot: press all the way down The Standby Timer The viewfinder and the control panel shutter speed and aperture displays will turn off if no operations are performed for about 6 seconds, reducing the drain on the battery.

  • Page 67: Basic Playback

    View additional pictures. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2. To view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 and 3 (0 187). NIKON D7100 F5 . 6 1 125 85mm 0, 0 100D7100 DSC _ 0001 . JPG...

  • Page 68: Deleting Unwanted Photographs

    Deleting Unwanted Photographs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O (Q) button. Note that photographs can not be recovered once deleted. Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on the preceding page. The location of the current image is shown by an icon at the bottom left corner of the display.

  • Page 69: Creative Photography (Scene Modes)

    Creative Photography (Scene Modes) The camera offers a choice of “scene” modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a picture, and shooting as described on pages 36–38. h Mode To view the currently selected scene, rotate the mode dial to h and press the R button.

  • Page 70: Child

    Child Sports Use for snapshots of children. Clothing Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for and background details are vividly dynamic sports shots in which the main rendered, while skin tones remain soft subject stands out clearly. The built-in and natural. flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

  • Page 71: Night Landscape

    Night Landscape Party/Indoor Reduce noise and unnatural colors when Capture the effects of indoor photographing night landscapes, background lighting. Use for parties and including street lighting and neon signs. other indoor scenes. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur.

  • Page 72: Dusk/Dawn

    Dusk/Dawn Pet Portrait Preserves the colors seen in the weak Use for portraits of active pets. The AF- natural light before dawn or after sunset. assist illuminator turns off. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when lighting is poor.

  • Page 73: Autumn Colors

    Autumn Colors Food Captures the brilliant reds and yellows in Use for vivid photographs of food. Use of autumn leaves. The built-in flash turns a tripod is recommended to prevent off; use of a tripod is recommended to blur; the flash can also be used (0 119). prevent blur when lighting is poor.

  • Page 75: P, S, A, And M Modes

    P, S, A, and M Modes P, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Mode Description Programmed auto (0 48): Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to adjust camera settings.

  • Page 76: P: Programmed Auto

    P: Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure 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.

  • Page 77: S: Shutter-Priority Auto

    S: Shutter-Priority Auto In shutter-priority auto, 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, fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion. Fast shutter speed ( Slow shutter speed ( 1600...

  • Page 78: A: Aperture-Priority Auto

    A: Aperture-Priority Auto In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers) increase flash range (0 123) and reduce depth of field, blurring objects behind and in front of the main subject.

  • Page 79: M: Manual

    M: Manual In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the sub-command dial to set aperture. Shutter speed can be set to “v” or to values between 30 s and s, or 8000 the shutter can be held open indefinitely for a long time-exposure...

  • Page 80: Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)

    Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only) Select the following shutter speeds for long time- exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. • Bulb (A): The shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is held down. To prevent Length of exposure: 35 s blur, use a tripod or an optional wireless remote Aperture: f/25 controller (0 309) or remote cord (0 310).
  • Page 81 Choose a shutter speed. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb (A) or Time (%). Main Bulb command dial Time Open the shutter. Bulb: After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional WR-1, WR-T10, or MC-DC2 all the way down.

  • Page 83: User Settings: U1 And U2 Modes

    User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes Assign frequently-used settings to the U1 and U2 positions on the mode dial. Saving User Settings Mode dial Select a mode. Rotate the mode dial to the desired mode. Adjust settings. Make the desired adjustments to flexible program (mode P), shutter speed (modes S and M), aperture (modes A and M), exposure and flash compensation, flash mode, focus point, metering, autofocus and AF-area modes, bracketing, and settings in the shooting (0 224) and Custom Settings (0 229) menus (note...

  • Page 84: Recalling User Settings

    Save user settings. Highlight Save settings and press J to assign the settings selected in Steps 1 and 2 to the mode dial position selected in Step 4. Recalling User Settings Mode dial Simply rotate the mode dial to U1 to recall the settings assigned to Save to U1, or to U2 to recall the settings assigned to Save to U2.

  • Page 85: Release Mode

    Release Mode Choosing a Release Mode To choose a release mode, press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to the desired setting. Mode Description Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutter-release button is pressed. Continuous low speed: While shutter-release button is held down, camera takes photographs at frame rate selected for Custom Setting d5 (CL mode shooting speed, 0 58, 239).

  • Page 86: Frame Advance Rate

    Frame Advance Rate The frame rate for continuous shooting (low and high speed) varies with the option chosen for image area (0 63) and, when an NEF (RAW) image quality option is selected, the NEF (RAW) bit depth (0 67). The table below gives the approximate frame rates for a fully-charged EN-EL15 battery, continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed of s or faster, and the remaining...

  • Page 87: Self-Timer Mode

    Self-Timer Mode The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. Before shooting, mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to E.
  • Page 88 Cover the Viewfinder DK-23 rubber eyecup DK-5 eyepiece cap When taking photos without your eye to the viewfinder, remove the DK-23 rubber eyecup (q) and insert the supplied DK-5 eyepiece cap as shown (w). This prevents light entering via the viewfinder interfering with exposure. Hold the camera firmly when removing the rubber eyecup.

  • Page 89: Mirror Up Mode

    Mirror up Mode Choose this mode to minimize blurring caused by camera movement when the mirror is raised. Use of a tripod is recommended. Select mirror up mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and rotate the release mode dial to M Release mode dial Raise the mirror.

  • Page 91: Image Recording Options

    Image Recording Options Image Area Choose an image area from DX (24×16) and 1.3× (18×12). Option Description a DX (24×16) Pictures are recorded using a 23.5 × 15.6 mm image area (DX format). Pictures are recorded using a 18.8 × 12.5 mm image area, producing a telephoto effect without the need to change lenses (0 68, 167).
  • Page 92 Image area can be set using the Image area option in the shooting menu or by pressing a control and rotating a command dial (0 65). The Image Area Menu Select Image area in the shooting menu. Press G to display the menus. Highlight Image area in the shooting menu (0 224) and press 2.
  • Page 93 Camera Controls Assign image area selection to a camera control. Select Choose image area as the “press + command dials” option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu (0 229). Image area selection can be assigned to the Fn button (Custom Setting f2, Assign Fn button, 0 253), the depth-of-field preview button (Custom Setting f3, Assign preview button, 0 255), or the A AE-L/AF-L button (Custom Setting f4, Assign AE-L/AF-L button, 0 256).

  • Page 94: Image Quality And Size

    Image Quality and Size Together, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quality images can be printed at larger sizes but also require more memory, meaning that fewer such images can be stored on the memory card (0 348).
  • Page 95 The following options can be accessed from the shooting menu. Press the G button to display the menus, highlight the desired option and press 2. JPEG Compression Choose the type of compression for JPEG images. Option Description O Size priority Images are compressed to produce relatively uniform file size.

  • Page 96: Image Size

    Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. Choose from # Large, $ Medium, or % Small (note that image size varies depending on the option selected for Image area, 0 63): Image area Option Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.) Large 6000 ×...

  • Page 97: Using Two Memory Cards

    Using Two Memory Cards When two memory cards are inserted in the camera, you can use the Role played by card in Slot 2 item in the shooting menu to choose the role played by the card in Slot 2. Choose from Overflow (the card in Slot 2 is used only when the card in Slot 1 is full), Backup (each picture is recorded twice, once to the card in Slot 1 and again to the card in Slot 2), and RAW Slot 1—JPEG Slot 2 (as for Backup, except that the NEF/ RAW copies of photos recorded at settings of NEF/RAW + JPEG are recorded only to...

  • Page 99: Focus

    Focus This section describes the focus options available when photographs are framed in the viewfinder. Focus can be adjusted automatically (see below) or manually (0 78). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 75) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (0 76).
  • Page 100 Autofocus mode can be selected by pressing the AF- mode button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder or control panel. AF-mode button Main command dial AF-A AF-S AF-C Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below.

  • Page 101: Af-Area Mode

    AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus point for autofocus is selected. • Single-point AF: Select the focus point as described on page 75; the camera will focus on the subject in the selected focus point only. Use with stationary subjects. •...
  • Page 102 AF-area mode can be selected by pressing the AF-mode button and rotating the sub- command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder or control panel. AF-mode button Sub-command dial Control panel Viewfinder 3D-tracking When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the colors in the area surrounding the focus point are stored in the camera.

  • Page 103: Focus Point Selection

    Focus Point Selection The camera offers a choice of 51 focus points that can be used to compose photographs with the main subject positioned almost anywhere in the frame. Rotate the focus selector lock to . This allows the multi selector to be used to select the focus point.

  • Page 104: Focus Lock

    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 a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 72), focus lock can also be used to recompose the photograph after focusing on another object at the same distance as your original subject.
  • Page 105 Locking Focus with the AF-ON Button If desired, the autofocus can be assigned to a separate button in the Custom Settings menu, in which case focus will lock when the button is pressed and remain locked until the button is pressed again. The shutter can be released at any time regardless of the options selected for Custom Settings a1 (AF-C priority selection, 0 231) and a2 (AF-S priority selection, 0 231), and the in-focus indicator (I) will not be displayed in the viewfinder.

  • Page 106: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus Manual focus is available for lenses that do not support autofocus (non-AF NIKKOR lenses) or when the autofocus does not produce the desired results (0 72). • AF-S lenses: Set the lens focus mode switch to M. Focus-mode selector •...

  • Page 107: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO Sensitivity The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. Choosing Auto allows the camera to set ISO sensitivity automatically in response to lighting conditions. The following options are available: Mode ISO sensitivity Auto...
  • Page 108 Viewing ISO Sensitivity in the Information Display ISO sensitivity is shown in the information display. When Auto is selected, ISO AUTO and the sensitivity chosen by the camera is displayed as shown at right. Auto If the mode dial is rotated to P, S, A, or M after Auto is selected for ISO sensitivity in another mode, the ISO sensitivity last selected in P, S, A, or M mode will be restored.

  • Page 109: Auto Iso Sensitivity Control

    Auto ISO Sensitivity Control (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) If On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected by the user (ISO sensitivity is adjusted appropriately when the flash is used).
  • Page 110 When On is selected, the viewfinder and control panel show ISO-AUTO. When sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user, these indicators Control panel Viewfinder flash. Turning Auto ISO Sensitivity Control On or Off You can turn auto ISO sensitivity control on or off by pressing the W (S) button and rotating the sub- command dial.

  • Page 111: Exposure

    Exposure Metering (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Choose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatically). Option Description Matrix: Produces natural results in most situations. Camera meters a wide area of the frame and set exposure according to tone distribution, color, composition, and, with type G or D lenses (0 296), distance information (3D color matrix metering II;...

  • Page 112: Autoexposure Lock

    Autoexposure Lock Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using center-weighted metering and spot metering to meter exposure. Note that matrix metering will not produce the desired results. Shutter-release Lock exposure. button Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway.
  • Page 113 Metered Area In spot metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 3.5-mm (0.14 in.) circle centered on the selected focus point. In center-weighted metering, exposure will be locked at the value metered in a 8-mm circle in the center of the viewfinder. Adjusting Shutter Speed and Aperture While exposure lock is in effect, the following settings can be adjusted without altering the metered value for exposure:...

  • Page 114: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure Compensation (P, S, A, M and % Modes Only) Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (0 83). Choose from values between –5 EV (underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure) in increments of EV.
  • Page 115 Mode M In mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change. Using a Flash When a flash is used, exposure compensation affects both flash level and exposure, altering the brightness of both the main subject and the background. Custom Setting e4 (Exposure comp.

  • Page 117: White Balance

    White Balance (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. In modes other than P, S, A, and M, white balance is set automatically by the camera. Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources in P, S, A, and M modes, but other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source: Option...
  • Page 118 The Shooting Menu White balance can also be adjusted using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 224), which also can be used to fine-tune white balance (0 91) or measure a value for preset white balance (0 95). The Auto option in the White balance menu offers a choice of Normal and Keep warm lighting colors, which preserves the warm colors produced by incandescent lighting, while the I Fluorescent option can be used to select the light...

  • Page 119: Fine-Tuning White Balance

    Fine-Tuning White Balance White balance can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. White balance is fine-tuned using the White balance option in the shooting menu or by pressing the L (U) button and rotating the sub-command dial.
  • Page 120 Press J. Press J to save settings and return to the shooting menu. If white balance has been fine-tuned, an asterisk (“E”) will be displayed in the control panel. The L (U) Button At settings other than K (Choose color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the L (U) button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)–...
  • Page 121 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” setting such as J (incandescent) is selected for white balance will make photographs slightly “colder” but will not actually make them blue. Color Temperature Fine-Tuning When Choose color temp.

  • Page 122: Choosing A Color Temperature

    Choosing a Color Temperature When K (Choose color temp.) is selected for white balance, color temperature can be selected by pressing the L (U) button and rotating the sub- command dial. The color temperature is displayed in the control panel. L (U) button Sub-command dial Control panel...

  • Page 123: Preset Manual

    Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. The camera can store up to six values for preset white balance in presets d-1 through d-6. Two methods are available for setting preset white balance: Method Description...
  • Page 124 Select a preset. Press the L (U) button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired white balance preset (d-1 to d-6) is displayed in the control panel. L (U) button Sub-command dial Control panel Select direct measurement mode. Release the L (U) button briefly and then press the button until the L icon in the control panel starts to flash.
  • Page 125 Check the results. If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, C will flash in the control panel for about six seconds, while the viewfinder will show a flashing Control panel Viewfinder If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance.
  • Page 126 Measuring White Balance During Live View (Spot White Balance) In live view, white balance can be measured in a selected area of the frame, eliminating the need to prepare a reference object or change lenses during telephoto photography. Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor.
  • Page 127 Position the target over a white or grey area. While D flashes in the display, use the multi selector to position the r over a white or grey area of the subject. Measure white balance. Press J or press the shutter-release button all the way down to measure white balance.
  • Page 128 Copying White Balance from a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from an existing photograph to a selected preset. Select L (Preset manual) for White balance in the shooting menu. Press the G button and select White balance in the shooting menu.
  • Page 129 Choosing a Source Image To view the image highlighted in Step 4 full frame, press and hold the X (T) button. X (T) button To view images in other locations, hold the D button and press 1. The dialog shown at right will be displayed;...
  • Page 130 Entering a Comment Follow the steps below to enter a descriptive comment of up to thirty-six characters for a selected white balance preset. Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu and press 2. Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press W (S).
  • Page 131 Protecting a White Balance Preset Follow the steps below to protect the selected white balance preset. Protected presets can not be modified and the Fine-tune and Edit comment options can not be used. Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu and press 2.

  • Page 133: Image Enhancement

    Image Enhancement Picture Controls (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Nikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue, among compatible devices and software. Selecting a Picture Control The camera offers a choice of preset Picture Controls.
  • Page 134 Custom Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the shooting menu (0 110). Custom Picture Controls can be saved to a memory card for sharing among other cameras of the same model and compatible software (0 112).

  • Page 135: Modifying Picture Controls

    Modifying Picture Controls Existing preset or custom Picture Controls (0 110) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of sharpening, contrast, and saturation using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings.
  • Page 136 Picture Control Settings Option Description Choose from options between –2 and +2 to reduce or exaggerate the effect of the selected Picture Control by adjusting sharpening, contrast, and Quick adjust saturation (note that this resets all manual adjustments). For example, choosing positive values for Vivid makes pictures more vivid.
  • Page 137 The Picture Control Grid Pressing the W (S) button in Step 2 on page 107 displays a Picture Control grid showing the contrast and saturation for the selected Picture Control in relation to the other Picture Controls (only contrast is displayed when Monochrome is selected). Release the W (S) button to return to the Picture Control menu.

  • Page 138: Creating Custom Picture Controls

    Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. Select Manage Picture Control in the shooting menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Manage Picture Control in the shooting menu and press 2.
  • Page 139 Name the Picture Control. The text-entry dialog shown at right will be Keyboard area displayed. By default, new Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digit number Name area (assigned automatically) to the name of the existing Picture Control; to use the default name, proceed to Step 7.

  • Page 140: Sharing Custom Picture Controls

    Sharing Custom Picture Controls Custom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX 2 or optional software such as Capture NX 2 can be copied to a memory card and loaded into the camera, or custom Picture Controls created with the camera can be copied to the memory card to be used in other D7100 cameras and software and then deleted when no longer needed.

  • Page 141: Preserving Detail In Highlights And Shadows

    Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows Active D-Lighting (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast scenes, for example when photographing brightly lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day.
  • Page 142 To use Active D-Lighting: Select Active D-Lighting in the shooting menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Active D-Lighting in the shooting menu and press 2. G button Choose an option. Highlight Y Auto, Z Extra high, P High, Q Normal, R Low, or Off and press J.

  • Page 143: High Dynamic Range (Hdr)

    High Dynamic Range (HDR) (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Used with high-contrast subjects, High Dynamic Range (HDR) preserves details in highlights and shadows by combining two shots taken at different exposures. HDR is most effective when used with matrix metering (0 83; with other metering methods and a non-CPU lens, a strength of v Auto is equivalent to T Normal).
  • Page 144 Choose the HDR strength. To choose the difference in exposure between the two shots (HDR strength), highlight HDR strength and press 2. Highlight v Auto, c Extra high, S High, T Normal, or U Low and press J. If v Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust HDR strength according to shooting conditions.
  • Page 145 Framing HDR Photographs The edges of the image will be cropped out. The desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during shooting. Depending on the scene, the effect many not be visible, shadows may appear around bright objects, or halos may appear around dark objects.

  • Page 147: Flash Photography

    Flash Photography Using the Built-in Flash The built-in flash has a Guide Number (GN) 12/39 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) and provides coverage for the angle of view of a 16 mm lens. It can be used not only when natural lighting is inadequate but to fill in shadows and backlit subjects or to add a catch light to the subject’s eyes.

  • Page 148: Flash Mode

    Flash Mode The flash modes available vary with shooting mode: i, k, p, n, s, w, g Auto+slow sync+ Auto Fill flash red-eye reduction Auto+red-eye reduction Auto+slow sync P, A S, M Fill flash Fill flash Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction Slow sync+red-eye reduction Rear-curtain sync Slow sync...
  • Page 149 Default Flash Modes Default flash modes are shown below. Mode Default Mode Default i, k, p, n, w, g Auto Auto+slow sync Auto+red-eye reduction 0, P, S, A, M Fill flash Flash Modes The flash modes listed on the previous page may combine one or more of the following settings, as shown by the flash mode icon: •...
  • Page 150 Shutter Speeds Available with the Built-in Flash The following shutter speeds are available with the built-in flash. Mode Shutter speed Mode Shutter speed i, P, A, k, p, s, w, g – –30 s n, 0 – –30 s, A –1 s Flash Control Mode The camera supports the following i-TTL flash control modes:...
  • Page 151 Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. Aperture at ISO equivalent of Approximate range 1600 3200 6400 0.7–8.5 2 ft 4 in.–27 ft 11 in. 0.6–6.0 2 ft–19 ft 8 in. 0.6–4.2 2 ft–13 ft 9 in. 0.6–3.0 2 ft–9 ft 10 in.

  • Page 152: Flash Compensation

    Flash Compensation (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Flash compensation is used to alter flash output by from –3EV to +1EV in increments EV, 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 153: Fv Lock

    FV Lock This feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash output is appropriate to the subject even when the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame. Flash output is adjusted automatically for any changes in ISO sensitivity and aperture.
  • Page 154 Recompose the photograph. Take the photograph. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictures can be taken without releasing FV lock. Release FV lock. Press the Fn button to release FV lock. Confirm that the FV lock icon (e) is no longer displayed in the viewfinder.

  • Page 155: Remote Control Photography

    & Remote Control Photography Using an Optional ML-L3 Remote Control The optional ML-L3 remote control (0 309) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. Select Remote control mode (ML-L3). Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Remote control mode (ML-L3) in the shooting menu and press 2.
  • Page 156 Take the photograph. From a distance of 5 m (16 ft) or less, aim the transmitter on the ML-L3 at either of the infrared receivers on the camera (0 3, 5) and press the ML-L3 shutter-release button. In delayed remote mode, the self-timer lamp will light for about two seconds before the shutter is released.
  • Page 157 Exiting Remote Control Mode Remote control is cancelled automatically if no photograph is taken before the time selected for Custom Setting c5 (Remote on duration (ML-L3), 0 238), Off is selected for Remote control mode (ML-L3), a two-button reset is performed, or shooting options are reset using Reset shooting menu.

  • Page 158: Wireless Remote Controllers

    Wireless Remote Controllers When the camera is used with optional WR-1 (0 309) and WR-R10/WR-T10 (0 309) wireless remote controllers, the shutter-release buttons on the WR-1 and WR-T10 perform the same functions as the camera shutter-release button, allowing remote continuous and self-timer photography. WR-1 Wireless Remote Controllers When a WR-1 is connected to the camera accessory terminal, the shutter can be released using another WR-1.

  • Page 159: Other Shooting Options

    Other Shooting Options Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings E button The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the W (S) and E buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a green dot). The control panel turns off briefly while settings are reset.
  • Page 160 Option Default Autofocus (live view/movie) Autofocus mode AF-S AF-area mode m, r, w, %, g, u, 1, 2, 3, P, S, A, M Wide-area AF n, 0 Normal-area AF i, j, k, l, p, o, s, t, u, v, x, y, z Face-priority AF Focus point Center...

  • Page 161: Bracketing

    Bracketing (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Bracketing automatically varies exposure, flash level, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” the current value. Choose in situations in which it is difficult to set exposure, flash level (i-TTL and, where supported, auto aperture flash control modes only;...
  • Page 162 Select a bracketing increment. Pressing the D button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose a bracketing increment. Bracketing increment D button Sub-command dial Control panel The bracketing programs with an increment of EV are listed below: Control panel display No.
  • Page 163 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by- shot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with exposure compensation (0 86), making it possible to achieve exposure compensation values of more than 5 EV.
  • Page 164 Exposure and Flash Bracketing In continuous low speed and continuous high speed release modes, shooting will pause after the number of shots specified in the bracketing program have been taken. Shooting will resume the next time the shutter-release button is pressed. In self-timer mode, the camera will take the number of shots selected in Step 2 on page 133 each time the shutter- release button is pressed, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting c3 (Self- timer) >...
  • Page 165 White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on white balance, see page 89. Select white balance bracketing. Choose WB bracketing for Custom Setting e6 Auto bracketing set. Choose the number of shots.
  • Page 166 Select a white balance increment. Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose from increments of 1 (5 mired; 0 93), 2 (10 mired), or 3 (15 mired). The B value indicates the amount of blue, the A value the amount of amber (0 91). White balance increment D button...
  • Page 167 ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 113. Select ADL bracketing. Choose ADL bracketing for Custom Setting e6 Auto bracketing set. Choose the number of shots. Pressing the D button, rotate the main command dial to choose the number of shots in the bracketing sequence.
  • Page 168 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bracketing is in effect, a bracketing progress indicator will be displayed in the control panel. A segment will disappear from the indicator after each shot: if the bracketing program contains two shots, the indicator will change from , while if the program contains three...

  • Page 169: Multiple Exposure

    Multiple Exposure (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Follow the steps below to record a series of two or three exposures in a single photograph. Multiple exposures produce colors noticeably superior to those in software-generated photographic overlays created from existing images. Creating a Multiple Exposure Multiple exposures can not be recorded in live view.
  • Page 170 Select a mode. Highlight Multiple exposure mode and press 2. Highlight one of the following and press J. • To take a series of multiple exposures, select 6 On (series). Multiple exposure shooting will continue until you select Off for Multiple exposure mode. •...
  • Page 171 Choose the amount of gain. Highlight Auto gain and press 2. The following options will be displayed. Highlight an option and press J. • On: Gain is adjusted according to number of exposures actually recorded (gain for each exposure is set to for 2 exposures, for 3 exposures, etc.).
  • Page 172 Interrupting Multiple Exposures To interrupt a multiple exposure before the specified number of exposures have been taken, select Off for multiple exposure mode. If shooting ends before the specified number of exposures have been taken, a multiple exposure will be created from the exposures that have been recorded to that point.

  • Page 173: Interval Timer Photography

    Interval Timer Photography The camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals. Before Shooting Do not select self-timer (E) or M release mode when using the interval timer. Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor.
  • Page 174 Choose the number of intervals and number of shots per interval. Press 4 or 2 to highlight number of intervals or number of shots; press 1 or 3 to change. Press 2 to continue. Number of Number Total intervals of shots/ number of interval shots...
  • Page 175 Interval Timer Photography Interval timer photography can not be combined with remote control photography using the optional ML-L3 remote control (0 127), live view photography (0 153), or movie live view (0 161). Release Mode Regardless of the release mode selected, the camera will take the specified number of shots at each interval.
  • Page 176 Pausing Interval Timer Photography Interval timer photography can be paused by: • Pressing the J button between intervals • Highlighting Start > Pause in the interval timer menu and pressing J • Turning the camera off and then on again (if desired, the memory card can be replaced while the camera is off ) •...

  • Page 177: Non-Cpu Lenses

    Non-CPU Lenses By specifying lens data (lens focal length and maximum aperture), the user can gain access to a variety of CPU lens functions when using a non-CPU lens. If the focal length of the lens is known: • Power zoom can be used with optional SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, and SB-600 flash units •...
  • Page 178 The camera can store data for up to nine non-CPU lenses. To enter or edit data for a non-CPU lens: Select Non-CPU lens data. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Non-CPU lens data in the setup menu and press 2. G button Choose a lens number.
  • Page 179 To recall lens data when using a non-CPU lens: Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Select Choose non-CPU lens number as the “Press + command dials” option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu. Non-CPU lens number selection can be assigned to the Fn button (Custom Setting f2, Assign Fn button, 0 253), the depth-of-field preview button (Custom Setting f3, Assign preview button, 0 255), or the A AE-L/AF-L button (Custom Setting f4, Assign...

  • Page 180: Using A Gps Unit

    Using a GPS Unit An optional GP-1 GPS unit can be connected to the camera’s accessory terminal (0 310) using the cable supplied with the GPS unit, allowing information on the camera’s current position to be recorded when photographs are taken. Turn the camera off before connecting the GPS unit;...

  • Page 181: Live View Photography

    Live View Photography Follow the steps below to take photographs in live view. Rotate the live view selector to C (live view photography). Cover the Viewfinder To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from interfering with exposure, remove the rubber eyecup and cover the Live view selector viewfinder with the supplied DK-5 eyepiece cap before shooting (0 60).
  • Page 182 Take the picture. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. The monitor will turn off. Exit live view mode. Press the a button to exit live view mode. Ending Live View Live view ends automatically if the lens is removed. Live view may also end automatically to prevent damage to the camera’s internal circuits;...

  • Page 183: Focusing In Live View

    Focusing in Live View Focus-mode selector To focus using autofocus, rotate the focus-mode selector to AF and follow the steps below to choose autofocus and AF-area modes. For information on focusing manually, see page 159. Choosing a Focus Mode The following autofocus modes are available in live view (note that full-time-servo AF is not available in g and i modes): Mode Description...
  • Page 184 Choosing an AF-Area Mode In modes other than i, the following AF-area modes can be selected in live view (note that subject-tracking AF is not available in %, g, and u modes): Mode Description Face-priority AF: Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects;...

  • Page 185: Using The P Button

    Using the P Button The options listed below can be accessed by pressing the P button during live view photography. Highlight items using the multi selector and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item. After choosing the desired setting, press J to exit.

  • Page 186: The Live View Display: Live View Photography

    The Live View Display: Live View Photography Item Description The amount of time remaining before live view ends q Time remaining automatically. Displayed if shooting will end in 30 s or less. w Autofocus mode The current autofocus mode. e AF-area mode The current AF-area mode.

  • Page 187: The Information Display: Live View Photography

    The Information Display: Live View Photography To hide or display indicators in the monitor during live view photography, press the R button. Information on Information off Virtual horizon Framing guides (0 269) Manual Focus To focus in manual focus mode (0 78), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is in focus.
  • Page 188 Non-CPU Lenses When using non-CPU lenses, be sure to enter the focal length and maximum aperture using the Non-CPU lens data option in the setup menu (0 149). Non-CPU lenses can be used only in A and M modes (0 47); aperture can be adjusted using the lens aperture ring. The Live View Display Although they will not appear in the final picture, jagged edges, color fringing, moire, and bright spots may appear in the monitor, while bright bands may appear in some areas with...

  • Page 189: Movie Live View

    Movie Live View Movies can be recorded in live view. Rotate the live view selector to 1 (movie live view). Live view selector Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor as it would appear in the actual movie, modified for the effects of exposure.
  • Page 190 Focus. Frame the opening shot and focus as described in Steps 3 and 4 on pages 153 (for more information on focusing in movie live view, see page 155). Note that the number of subjects that can be detected in face-priority AF drops in movie live view. Exposure The following settings can be adjusted in movie live view: Aperture...
  • Page 191 End recording. Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, or the memory card is full. Maximum Length The maximum length for individual movie files is 4 GB (for maximum recording times, see page 169);...

  • Page 192: Using The P Button

    Using the P Button The options listed below can be accessed by pressing the P button before recording begins in movie live view (pressing the P button while recording is in progress has no effect). Highlight items using the multi selector and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item.

  • Page 193: The Live View Display: Movie Live View

    The Live View Display: Movie Live View Item Description q “No movie” icon Indicates that movies can not be recorded. — w Headphone volume Volume of audio output to headphones. e Microphone sensitivity Microphone sensitivity for movie recording. Sound level for audio recording. Displayed in red if level is too 164, r Sound level high;...

  • Page 194: The Information Display: Movie Live View

    The Information Display: Movie Live View To hide or display indicators in the monitor during movie live view, press the R button. Information on Information off Virtual horizon Framing guides (0 269) See Also Frame size, microphone sensitivity, and card slot options are also available in the Movie settings menu (0 169).

  • Page 195: Image Area

    Image Area Regardless of the option selected for Image area in the shooting menu (0 63), all movies and photographs recorded in movie live view (0 161) have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9. Selecting 1.3× (18×12), however, reduces the angle of view and increases the apparent focal length of the lens.
  • Page 196 HDMI If the camera is connected to an HDMI device (0 215), the view through the lens will appear both in the camera monitor and on the HDMI device. Indicators in the monitor and on the HDMI device can be hidden or displayed using the R button. To use live view when the camera is connected to an HDMI-CEC device, select Off for HDMI >...

  • Page 197: Movie Settings

    Movie Settings Use the Movie settings option in the shooting menu to adjust the following settings. • Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality: Choose from the following options: Frame size/frame rate Movie quality Maximum length Maximum bit rate (Mbps) ( high quality/Normal) Frame size (pixels) Frame rate ( high quality/Normal)
  • Page 198 Select Movie settings. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Movie settings in the shooting menu and press 2. G button Choose movie options. Highlight the desired item and press 2, then highlight an option and press J. Frame Size and Rate Frame size and rate affects the distribution and amount of noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or bright spots).

  • Page 199: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 185). Press J to start playback. 1 icon Length Current position/total length Movie progress bar Volume Guide The following operations can be performed: Description Pause Pause playback. Resume playback when movie is paused or during rewind/ Play advance.
  • Page 200 The 2 Icon 2 is displayed in full-frame and movie playback if the movie was recorded without sound.

  • Page 201: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option Description Create a copy from which the opening or closing footage has been 9 Choose start/end point removed. 4 Save selected frame Save a selected frame as a JPEG still.
  • Page 202 Select Choose start/end point. Highlight Choose start/end point and press The dialog shown at right will be displayed; choose whether the current frame will be the starting or end point of the copy and press J. Delete frames. If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to advance or rewind (to skip to 10 s ahead or back, rotate the main command dial;...
  • Page 203 Trimming Movies Movies must be at least two seconds long. If a copy can not be created at the current playback position, the current position will be displayed in red in Step 5 and no copy will be created. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card.

  • Page 204: Saving Selected Frames

    Saving Selected Frames To save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still: View the movie and choose a frame. Play the movie back as described on page 171; your approximate position in the movie can be ascertained from the movie progress bar.

  • Page 205: Special Effects

    Special Effects Special effects can be used when recording images. Shooting with Special Effects To view the currently selected special effect mode, rotate the mode dial to q and press the R button. To choose another special effect mode, rotate the main command dial.

  • Page 206: Night Vision

    Night Vision Use under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities (with some noise in the form of randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines). Manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus using autofocus. The built-in flash turns off;...

  • Page 207: Selective Color

    u Selective Color All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be chosen during live view (0 182). The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended when lighting is poor.

  • Page 208: Options Available In Live View

    Options Available in Live View g Color Sketch Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. a button Adjust options. Press J to display the options shown at right (note that the options temporarily clear from the display during autofocus).

  • Page 209: I Miniature Effect

    i Miniature Effect Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. a button Position the focus point. Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that will be in focus and then press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (note that the options temporarily clear from the display during autofocus).
  • Page 210 u Selective Color Press the a button. The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. a button Display options. Press J to display selective color options. Selected color Select a color. Frame an object in the white square in the center of the display and press 1 to choose the color of the object as one that will remain in...
  • Page 211 Return to the live view display. Press J to return to live view. During shooting, only objects of the selected hues will be recorded in color; all others will be recorded in black-and-white. To exit live view, press the a button again. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs taken using the viewfinder.

  • Page 213: More On Playback

    More on Playback Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. K button Multi selector Sub-command dial O (Q) button K button G button L (U) button X (T) button W (S) button P button J button...
  • Page 214 Description View additional Press 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs photographs in reverse order. Press 1 or 3 to view information about current photograph View photo information (0 187). W (S) View thumbnails See page 193 for more information. Zoom in on X (T) See page 195 for more information.

  • Page 215: Photo Information

    RGB histograms, highlights, and overview data are only displayed if corresponding option is selected for Playback display options (0 219). GPS data are only displayed if a GPS unit was used when the photo was taken. NIKON D7100 º ‘...
  • Page 216 Highlights Image highlights 100 - 1 Folder number—frame number ....225 Current channel Select R, G, B Highlights * Flashing areas indicate highlights (areas that may be overexposed) for the current channel. Hold W (S) button and press 4 or 2 to cycle through channels as follows: (all channels) (red)
  • Page 217 Playback Zoom To zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X (T). Use the X (T) and W (S) buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the image with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the monitor.
  • Page 218 Lens data............149 Focus mode...........71, 78 Lens VR (vibration reduction) Flash type..........119, 303 Commander mode ......... 247 100 - 1 NIKON D7100 Flash mode............120 Flash control ........246, 305, 306 Flash compensation........124 Camera name Image area............63 Folder number—frame number ....225 White balance .............89...
  • Page 219 8 The fourth page of the shooting data is only displayed if copyright information was recorded with the photograph as described on page 267. GPS Data Latitude Longitude Altitude º ‘ º ‘ Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) 100 - 1 NIKON D7100 * Data for movies are for start of recording.
  • Page 220 Overview Data NIKON D7100 1 4000 F2 . 8 Hi 0 . 3 85mm + 1 . 0 – 1. 3 SLOW 1 4000 F2 . 8 Hi 0 . 3 85mm 0, 0 + 1 . 0 – 1. 3...

  • Page 221: Thumbnail Playback

    Thumbnail Playback To display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images, press the W (S) button. W (S) W (S) X (T) X (T) Full-frame Calendar Thumbnail playback playback playback Description Press W (S) to increase the number of images Display more images W (S) displayed.

  • Page 222: Calendar Playback

    Calendar Playback To view images taken on a selected date, press the W (S) button when 72 images are displayed. Date list W (S) W (S) X (T) X (T) Thumbnail list Full-frame Thumbnail playback Calendar playback playback The operations can be performed depend on whether the cursor is in the date list or the thumbnail list: Description Press W (S) or J button in date list to place cursor in...

  • Page 223: Taking A Closer Look: Playback Zoom

    Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press the X (T) button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highlighted in thumbnail playback. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: Description Press X (T) to zoom in to maximum of approximately 38×...

  • Page 224: Protecting Photographs From Deletion

    Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the L (U) button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the O (Q) button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 32, 262).

  • Page 225: Deleting Photographs

    Deleting Photographs To delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O (Q) button. To delete multiple selected photographs, all photographs taken on a selected date, or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu.

  • Page 226: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu The Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Description Q Selected Delete selected pictures. n Select date Delete all pictures taken on a selected date (0 199). Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for R All playback (0 217).
  • Page 227 Press J to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. Select Date: Deleting Photographs Taken on a Selected Date Choose Select date. In the delete menu, highlight Select date and press 2. Highlight a date. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a date.

  • Page 229: Connections

    Connections Installing ViewNX 2 Install the supplied software to display and ViewNX 2 edit photographs and movies that have been copied to your computer. Before installing ViewNX 2, confirm that your computer meets the system requirements on page 202. Be sure to use the latest Your Imaging Toolbox version of ViewNX 2, which is available for download from the websites listed on page...

  • Page 230: System Requirements

    Exit the installer. Windows Mac OS Click Yes Click OK The following software is installed: • ViewNX 2 • Apple QuickTime (Windows only) Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. System Requirements Windows Mac OS • Photos/JPEG movies: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, •...

  • Page 231: Using Viewnx 2

    If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. Windows 7 If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program. A program selection dialog will be displayed;...

  • Page 232: View Pictures

    Click Start Transfer. At default settings, all the pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Start Transfer Terminate the connection. If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot.
  • Page 233 Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress. Windows To visit the Nikon website after installing ViewNX 2, select All Programs > Link to Nikon from the Windows start menu (Internet connection required).

  • Page 234: Ethernet And Wireless Networks

    Ethernet and Wireless Networks The optional UT-1 communication unit (0 310) requires Wireless Transmitter Utility version 1.4.0 or later (the Wireless Transmitter Utility is supplied with the UT-1; the latest versions of the UT-1 firmware and Wireless Transmitter Utility can be downloaded from the websites listed on page xxvi).
  • Page 235 Image Upload When the UT-1 is connected, the P button functions during playback to select pictures for upload in ftp and image transfer modes. Other playback operations that use the P button, such as Side-by-side comparison (0 290), can not be performed even if the camera is not currently connected to a network.

  • Page 236: Printing Photographs

    Printing Photographs Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 346) connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied UC-E6 USB cable. Turn the camera off. Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable as shown. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle.

  • Page 237: Printing Pictures One At A Time

    Printing Pictures One at a Time Select a picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press the X (T) button to zoom in on the current frame (0 195; press K to exit zoom). To view six pictures at a time, press the W (S) button.

  • Page 238: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Printing Multiple Pictures Display the PictBridge menu. Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display (see Step 3 on page 208). G button Choose an option. Highlight one of the following options and press 2. • Print select: Select pictures for printing. •...
  • Page 239 Select pictures or choose a date. If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, press 4 or 2 to scroll through the pictures on the memory card; to view images in other locations, hold the D button, press 1, and select the desired card and folder as described on page 186.
  • Page 240 Display printing options. Press J to display PictBridge printing options. Adjust printing options. Choose page size, border, and time stamp options as described on page 209 (a warning will be displayed if the selected page size is too small for an index print).

  • Page 241: Creating A Dpof Print Order: Print Set

    Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. Choose Select/set for the DPOF print order item in the playback menu. Press the G button and select DPOF print order in the playback menu.
  • Page 242 Select imprint options. Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle the highlighted option on or off (to complete the print order without including this information, proceed to Step 5). • Print shooting data: Print shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in print order. •...

  • Page 243: Viewing Photographs On Tv

    Viewing Photographs on TV The camera can be connected to high-defintion video devices using a High- Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from commercial sources). The cable must have a HDMI mini connector (Type C) for connection to the camera.
  • Page 244 HDMI Options The HDMI option in the setup menu (0 261) controls output resolution and can be used to enable the camera for remote control from devices that support HDMI-CEC (High-Definition Multimedia Interface–Consumer Electronics Control, a standard that allows HDMI devices to be used to control peripherals to which they are connected).

  • Page 245: Menu Guide

    Menu Guide D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab. G button The playback menu contains the following options: Option Option Delete Image review Playback folder After delete Hide image Rotate tall Playback display options...

  • Page 246: Hide Image

    Hide Image G button D playback menu Hide or reveal pictures. Hidden pictures are visible only in the Hide image menu and can only be deleted by formatting the memory card. Option Description Select/set Hide or reveal selected pictures. Selecting this option displays a list of dates. To hide all pictures taken on a date, highlight the date and press 2.

  • Page 247: Playback Display Options

    Playback Display Options G button D playback menu Choose the information available in the playback photo information display (0 187). Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option, then press 2 to select the option for the photo information display. A L appears next to selected items; to deselect, highlight and press 2.
  • Page 248 Choose Select image(s). Highlight Select image(s) and press 2. Select the source folder. Highlight the folder containing the images to be copied and press 2. Make the initial selection. Before going on to select or deselect individual images, you can mark all or all protected images in the folder for copying by choosing Select all images or Select protected images.
  • Page 249 Select a destination folder. To enter a folder number, choose Select folder by number, enter the number (0 225), and press J. If the folder with the selected number does not already exist, a new folder will be created. To choose from a list of existing folders, choose Select folder from list, highlight a folder, and press J.

  • Page 250: Image Review

    Image Review G button D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can only be displayed by pressing the K button. After Delete G button D playback menu Choose the picture displayed after an image is deleted.

  • Page 251: Slide Show

    Slide Show G button D playback menu Create a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 217). Hidden images (0 218) are not displayed. Option Description Start slide show. Start Choose type of image displayed from Still images and movies, Still Image type images only, and Movies only.

  • Page 252: C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options

    C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab. G button The shooting menu contains the following options: Option Option Reset shooting menu Color space Storage folder Active D-Lighting File naming HDR (high dynamic range) Role played by card in Slot 2...

  • Page 253: Storage Folder

    Storage Folder G button C shooting menu Select the folder in which subsequent images will be stored. Selecting Folders by Folder Number Select folder by number. Choose Highlight Select folder by number and press 2. The dialog shown at right will be displayed. Choose a folder number.

  • Page 254: File Naming

    Selecting Folders from a List Choose Select folder from list. Highlight Select folder from list and press 2. Highlight a folder. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a folder. Select the highlighted folder. Press J to select the highlighted folder and return to the shooting menu. Subsequent photographs will be stored in the selected folder.

  • Page 255: Color Space

    DCF, select the appropriate color space manually. For more information, see the documentation provided with the application or device. Nikon Software ViewNX 2 (supplied) and Capture NX 2 (available separately) automatically select the correct color space when opening photographs created with this camera.

  • Page 256: Long Exposure Nr (Long Exposure Noise Reduction)

    Long Exposure NR G button C shooting menu (Long Exposure Noise Reduction) If On is selected, photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s will be processed to reduce noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, or fog). The time required for processing roughly doubles;...

  • Page 257: A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings

    A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab. G button Custom Setting groups Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. Main menu Reset custom settings (0 231)
  • Page 258 The following Custom Settings are available: Custom Setting Custom Setting Reset custom settings d Shooting/display a Autofocus d9 LCD illumination a1 AF-C priority selection d10 Exposure delay mode a2 AF-S priority selection d11 Flash warning a3 Focus tracking with lock-on d12 MB-D15 battery type a4 AF point illumination d13 Battery order...

  • Page 259: Reset Custom Settings

    Reset Custom Settings G button A Custom Settings menu Select Yes to restore Custom Settings to their default values (0 325). a: Autofocus a1: AF-C Priority Selection G button A Custom Settings menu When AF-C is selected for viewfinder photography (0 71), this option controls whether photographs can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority) or only when the camera is in focus (focus priority).

  • Page 260: A3: Focus Tracking With Lock-On

    a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On G button A Custom Settings menu This option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the subject when AF-C is selected or continuous-servo autofocus is selected when the camera is in AF-A mode for viewfinder photography (0 71). Option Description C 5 (Long)

  • Page 261: A6: Number Of Focus Points

    a6: Number of Focus Points G button A Custom Settings menu Choose the number of focus points available for manual focus-point selection. Option Description B 51 points Choose from the 51 focus points shown at right. Choose from the 11 focus points shown at right. Use for A 11 points quick focus-point selection.

  • Page 262: B: Metering/Exposure

    b: Metering/Exposure b1: ISO Sensitivity Step Value G button A Custom Settings menu Select the increments used when making adjustments to ISO sensitivity. If possible, the current ISO sensitivity setting is maintained when the step value is changed. If the current setting is not available at the new step value, ISO sensitivity will be rounded to the nearest available setting.

  • Page 263: B3: Easy Exposure Compensation

    b3: Easy Exposure Compensation G button A Custom Settings menu This option controls whether the E button is needed to set exposure compensation (0 86). If On (Auto reset) or On is selected, the 0 at the center of the exposure display will flash even when exposure compensation is set to ±0.

  • Page 264: B4: Center-Weighted Area

    b4: Center-Weighted Area G button A Custom Settings menu When calculating exposure, center-weighted metering assigns the greatest weight to a circle in the center of the frame. The diameter (φ ) of this circle can be set to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm or to the average of the entire frame.

  • Page 265: C2: Standby Timer

    c2: Standby timer G button A Custom Settings menu Choose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed. The shutter-speed and aperture displays in the control panel and viewfinder turn off automatically when the timer expires. Choose a shorter standby timer delay for longer battery life.

  • Page 266: C4: Monitor Off Delay

    c4: Monitor off Delay G button A Custom Settings menu Choose how long the monitor remains on when no operations are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image review; defaults to 4 s), when menus (Menus;...

  • Page 267: D2: Viewfinder Grid Display

    d2: Viewfinder Grid Display G button A Custom Settings menu Choose On to display on-demand grid lines in the viewfinder (0 9) for reference when composing photographs using the DX- format image area (0 63). d3: ISO Display and Adjustment G button A Custom Settings menu If Show ISO sensitivity or Show ISO/Easy ISO is selected, the control panel will...

  • Page 268: D6: Max. Continuous Release

    d6: Max. Continuous Release G button A Custom Settings menu The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst in continuous mode can be set to any value between 1 and 100. The Memory Buffer Regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting d6, shooting will slow when the memory buffer fills (t00).

  • Page 269: D8: Information Display

    d8: Information Display G button A Custom Settings menu If Auto (v) is selected, the color of the lettering in the information display (0 10) will automatically change from black to white or white to black to maintain contrast with the background. To always use the same color lettering, select Manual and choose Dark on light (w;...

  • Page 270: D12: Mb-D15 Battery Type

    d12: MB-D15 Battery Type G button A Custom Settings menu To ensure that the camera functions as expected when the optional MB-D15 battery pack is used with AA batteries, match the option selected in this menu to the type of batteries inserted in the battery pack.

  • Page 271: D13: Battery Order

    d13: Battery Order G button A Custom Settings menu Choose whether the battery in the camera or the batteries in the battery pack are used first when an optional MB-D15 battery pack is attached. Note that if the MB-D15 is powered by an optional EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5B power connector, the AC adapter will be used regardless of the option selected.

  • Page 272: E: Bracketing/Flash

    e: Bracketing/Flash e1: Flash Sync Speed G button A Custom Settings menu This option controls flash sync speed. Option Description Auto FP high-speed sync is used when a compatible flash unit is attached (0 305). If the built-in flash or other flash units are used, shutter speed is set 1/320 s s.

  • Page 273: E2: Flash Shutter Speed

    Auto FP High-Speed Sync When 1/320 s (Auto FP) or 1/250 s (Auto FP) is selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 244), the built-in flash can be used at shutter speeds as fast as s or s, while compatible optional flash units (0 305) can be used at any shutter speed (Auto FP High-Speed Sync).

  • Page 274: E3: Flash Cntrl For Built-In Flash

    e3: Flash Cntrl for Built-in Flash G button A Custom Settings menu Choose the flash mode for the built-in flash. Option Description Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to shooting 1 TTL conditions. Choose the flash level (0 246). The camera does not emit monitor pre- 2 Manual flashes.
  • Page 275 The SB-400 When an optional SB-400 flash unit is attached and turned on, Custom Setting e3 changes to Optional flash, allowing the flash control mode for the SB-400 to be selected from TTL and Manual (Repeating flash and Commander mode options are not available). “Times“...
  • Page 276 Follow the steps below to take photographs in commander mode. Adjust settings for the built-in flash. Choose the flash control mode and output level for the built-in flash. Note that output level can not be adjusted in – – mode. Adjust settings for group A.
  • Page 277 Compose the shot. Compose the shot and arrange the flash units as shown below. Note that the maximum distance at which the remote flash units can be placed may vary with shooting conditions. Wireless remote sensors 60° or less 5 m/15 ft or on flash units should face less 10 m/33 ft or less...

  • Page 278: E4: Exposure Comp. For Flash

    The Flash Sync Mode Display M does not appear in the control panel flash sync mode display when – – is selected for Built- in flash > Mode. Flash Compensation The flash compensation value selected with the M (Y) button and sub-command dial is added to the flash compensation values selected for the built-in flash, group A, and group B in the Commander mode menu.

  • Page 279: E5: Modeling Flash

    e5: Modeling Flash G button A Custom Settings menu If On is selected when the camera is being used with the built-in flash or an optional CLS-compatible flash unit (0 305), a modeling flash will be emitted when the camera depth-of-field preview button is pressed (0 50).

  • Page 280: F: Controls

    f: Controls f1: OK Button G button A Custom Settings menu This option determines the role assigned to the J button during viewfinder photography, playback, and live view (regardless of the option selected, pressing J when a movie is displayed full frame starts movie playback). Shooting Mode Role assigned to J button Option...

  • Page 281: F2: Assign Fn Button

    f2: Assign Fn Button G button A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the Fn button, either by itself (Press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Press + command dials). Press Selecting Press displays the following options: Option Description Preview...
  • Page 282 Option Description If DX (24×16) is selected for Image area (0 63), the Fn button can be used Viewfinder grid display to display or hide the framing grid in the viewfinder (0 239). Viewfinder virtual Press the Fn button to view a virtual horizon display in the viewfinder. horizon MY MENU Pressing the Fn button displays “MY MENU”...

  • Page 283: F3: Assign Preview Button

    Press + Command Dials Selecting Press + command dials displays the following options: Option Description Choose Press the Fn button and rotate a command dial to choose an image area image area (0 63). If the Fn button is pressed when the command dials are rotated, changes 1 step spd/ to shutter speed (modes S and M) and aperture (modes A and M) are made in increments of 1 EV, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting...

  • Page 284: F4: Assign Ae-L/Af-L Button

    f4: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button G button A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the A AE-L/AF-L button, either by itself (Press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Press + command dials). Press Selecting Press displays the following options: Option Description Focus and exposure lock while the A AE-L/AF-L button is pressed.

  • Page 285: F5: Customize Command Dials

    f5: Customize Command Dials G button A Custom Settings menu This option controls the operation of the main and sub-command dials. • Reverse rotation: Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dials when they are used to make adjustments to Exposure compensation and/or Shutter speed/aperture.

  • Page 286: F6: Release Button To Use Dial

    f6: Release Button to Use Dial G button A Custom Settings menu If Yes is selected, adjustments that are normally made by rotating the command dial while holding a button can instead be made by rotating the command dial after the button is released (setting ends when the button is pressed again, the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, or the standby timer expires).

  • Page 287: F9: Assign Mb-D15 4 Button

    f9: Assign MB-D15 4 Button G button A Custom Settings menu Choose the function assigned to the A AE-L/AF-L button on the optional MB-D15 battery pack. Option Description B AE/AF lock Focus and exposure lock while the MB-D15 A AE-L/AF-L button is pressed. C AE lock only Exposure locks while the MB-D15 A AE-L/AF-L button is pressed.

  • Page 288: G2: Assign Preview Button

    g2: Assign Preview Button G button A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the depth-of-field preview button during movie live view. The options available are the same as for Assign Fn button (0 259). g3: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button G button A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the A AE-L/AF-L button during movie live view.

  • Page 289: B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup

    B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup To display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab. G button The setup menu contains the following options: Option Option Format memory card Image comment Save user settings Copyright information Reset user settings Save/load settings Monitor brightness...

  • Page 290: Format Memory Card

    Format Memory Card G button B setup menu To begin formatting, choose a memory card slot and select Yes. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the card in the selected slot. Before formatting, be sure to make backup copies as required.

  • Page 291: Image Dust Off Ref Photo

    Image Dust Off Ref Photo G button B setup menu Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual). Image Dust Off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is mounted on the camera.

  • Page 292: Flicker Reduction

    Acquire dust off reference data. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data. The monitor turns off when the shutter-release button is pressed. Note that noise reduction will be performed if the subject is poorly lit, increasing recording times.

  • Page 293: Time Zone And Date

    Time Zone and Date G button B setup menu Change time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off (0 28). Option Description Choose a time zone. The camera clock is automatically set to the time in Time zone the new time zone.

  • Page 294: Battery Info

    Battery Info G button B setup menu View information on the battery currently inserted in the camera. Item Description The current battery level expressed as a percentage. Charge The number of times the shutter has been released with the current battery since the battery was last charged.

  • Page 295: Copyright Information

    Artist and Copyright fields are blank before lending or transferring the camera to another person. Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the Copyright information option.

  • Page 296: Save/Load Settings

    Save/Load Settings G button B setup menu Select Save settings to save the following settings to the memory card in Slot 1 (0 69; if the card is full, an error will be displayed). Use this option to share settings among D7100 cameras.

  • Page 297: Virtual Horizon

    Virtual Horizon G button B setup menu Display a virtual horizon based on information from the camera tilt sensor. If the camera is tilted neither left nor right, the roll reference line will turn green. Each division is equivalent to 5°. Camera level Camera tilted left or right...

  • Page 298: Af Fine-Tune

    AF Fine-tune G button B setup menu Fine-tune focus for up to 12 lens types. AF tuning is not recommended in most situations and may interfere with normal focus; use only when required. Option Description • On: Turn AF tuning on. AF fine-tune •...

  • Page 299: Wireless Mobile Adapter

    Wireless Mobile Adapter G button B setup menu Choose whether the camera will establish wireless connections with smart devices when an optional WU-1a wireless mobile adapter (0 310) is attached to the camera USB connector. Option Description Enable wireless connections to smart devices running the Wireless Mobile Enable Utility.

  • Page 300: Eye-Fi Upload

    Eye-Fi Upload G button B setup menu This option is displayed only when an Eye-Fi memory card (available separately from third-party suppliers) is inserted in the camera. Choose Enable to upload photographs to a preselected destination (if two Eye-Fi cards are inserted, you can choose the card used for upload).

  • Page 301: N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies

    N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies To display the retouch menu, press G and select the N (retouch menu) tab. G button The options in the retouch menu are used to create trimmed or retouched copies of existing pictures. The retouch menu is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera (note that if the memory card is being used to store both RAW/NEF and JPEG copies of the same photographs as described on page 66, retouch other than Image overlay and NEF (RAW)

  • Page 302: Creating Retouched Copies

    Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: Select an item in the retouch menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an item, 2 to select. Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button;...
  • Page 303 Creating Retouched Copies During Playback Retouched copies can also be created during playback. Display picture full frame and Highlight an option and Create retouched copy. press P. press J.

  • Page 304: D-Lighting

    D-Lighting G button N retouch menu D-lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph.

  • Page 305: Trim

    Trim G button N retouch menu Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described in the following table. Description W (S) Press W (S) to reduce the size of the crop. Reduce size of crop X (T) Press X (T) to increase the size of the crop.

  • Page 306: Filter Effects

    Filter Effects G button N retouch menu Choose from the following filter effects. After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph. Option Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making the Skylight picture less blue. The effect can be previewed in the monitor as shown at right.

  • Page 307: Color Balance

    Color Balance G button N retouch menu Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed in the monitor together with red, green, and blue histograms (0 189) giving the distribution of tones in the copy. Increase amount of green Create retouched copy Increase amount of blue...

  • Page 308: Image Overlay

    Image Overlay G button N retouch menu Image overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application.
  • Page 309 Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select gain from values between 0.1 and 2.0. Repeat for the second image. The default value is 1.0; select 0.5 to halve gain or 2.0 to double it. The effects are visible in the Preview column.

  • Page 310: Nef (Raw) Processing

    NEF (RAW) Processing G button N retouch menu Create JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs. Select NEF (RAW) processing. Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera.

  • Page 311: Resize

    Copy the photograph. Highlight EXE and press J to create a JPEG copy of the selected photograph (to exit without copying the photograph, press the G button). Resize G button N retouch menu Create small copies of selected photographs. Photographs with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (0 163) can not be resized.

  • Page 312: Quick Retouch

    Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. The dialog shown at right will be displayed; highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W (S) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X (T) button;...

  • Page 313: Straighten

    Straighten G button N retouch menu Create a straightened copy of the selected image. Press 2 to rotate the image clockwise by up to five degrees in increments of approximately 0.25 degrees, 4 to rotate it counterclockwise (the effect can be previewed in the edit display; note that edges of the image will be trimmed to create a square copy).

  • Page 314: Color Outline

    Color Outline G button N retouch menu Create an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. Before After Color Sketch G button N retouch menu Create a copy of a photograph that resembles a sketch made...

  • Page 315: Miniature Effect

    Miniature Effect G button N retouch menu Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in the copy is indicated by a yellow frame.

  • Page 316: Selective Color

    Selective Color G button N retouch menu Create a copy in which only selected hues appear in color. Select Selective color. Highlight Selective color in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog. Select a photograph. Highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X (T) button;...
  • Page 317 Choose the color range. Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors. The effect can be previewed in the edit display.

  • Page 318: Side-By-Side Comparison

    Side-by-side Comparison Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if P button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a copy or original is played back full frame. Select a picture. In full-frame playback, select a retouched copy (shown by a o icon) or a photograph that has been retouched and press P.

  • Page 319: O My Menu/M Recent Settings

    O My Menu/m Recent Settings To display My Menu, press G and select the O (My Menu) tab. G button The My Menu option can be used to create and edit a customized list of options from the playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus for quick access (up to 20 items).
  • Page 320 Add more items. The items currently displayed in My Menu are indicated by a check mark. Items indicated by a V icon can not be selected. Repeat Steps 1–4 to select additional items. Deleting Options from My Menu Select Remove items. In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2.
  • Page 321 Reordering Options in My Menu Select Rank items. In My Menu (O), highlight Rank items and press 2. Select an item. Highlight the item you wish to move and press J. Position the item. Press 1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press J.

  • Page 322: Recent Settings

    Recent Settings To display the twenty most recently used settings, select m Recent settings for O My Menu > Choose tab. Select Choose tab. In My Menu (O), highlight Choose tab and press 2. Select m Recent settings. Highlight m Recent settings and press J. The name of the menu will change from “MY MENU”...

  • Page 323: Technical Notes

    PC Micro 85mm f/2.8D — — — AF-S / AF-I Teleconverter — Other AF NIKKOR (except lenses for F3AF) — AI-P NIKKOR — — AI-, AI-modified, NIKKOR or Nikon Series E — — — lenses Medical-NIKKOR 120mm f/4 — — — — —...
  • Page 324 11 Range of rotation for AI 80–200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is limited by camera body. Filters can not be exchanged while AI 200–400mm f/4 ED is mounted on camera. 12 If maximum aperture is specified using Non-CPU lens data (0 149), aperture value will be displayed in viewfinder and control panel.
  • Page 325 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 NIKKOR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED VR II • AF-S 300mm f/4D ED • AF-S VR 70–200mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8G ED VR •...
  • Page 326 Lens f-number The f-number given in lens names is the maximum aperture of the lens. Compatible Non-CPU Lenses When using non-CPU lenses and accessories, rotate the camera mode dial to A or M and set aperture using the lens aperture ring. In other modes, the shutter-release is disabled. Non- CPU lens data (0 149) can be used to enable many of the features available with CPU lenses, including color matrix metering;...
  • Page 327 The Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 16–300 mm, although in some cases the flash may be unable to entirely light the subject at some ranges or focal lengths due to shadows cast by the lens, while lenses that block the subject’s view of the red-eye reduction lamp may interfere with red-eye reduction.
  • Page 328 35–70 mm No vignetting The built-in flash can also be used with AI-S, AI-, AI-modified NIKKOR, Nikon Series E and non- CPU lenses with a focal length of 16–300 mm. AI 50–300mm f/4.5, modified AI 50– 300mm f/4.5, AI 50–300mm f/4.5 ED, and AI-S 50–300mm f/4.5 ED lenses must be used at a...
  • Page 329 AF-Assist Illumination AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200–400mm f/4G • AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II IF-ED • AF-S VR Nikkor 200mm f/2G IF-ED • AF-S NIKKOR 200–400mm f/4G ED VR II •...
  • Page 330 Calculating Angle of View The size of the area exposed by a 35mm camera is 36 × 24 mm. The size of the area exposed by the D7100 when DX (24×16) is selected for Image area in the shooting menu, in contrast, is 23.5 ×...

  • Page 331: Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)

    Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon flash units. Negative voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash.

  • Page 332: The Nikon Creative Lighting System (Cls)

    The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography. Refer to the documentation provided with the flash unit for details. CLS-Compatible Flash Units The camera can be used with the following CLS-compatible flash units: •...
  • Page 333 The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units: CLS-compatible flash units SU-800 SB-910 Close-up SB-900 SB-800 SB-700 SB-600 Commander photography SB-R200 SB-400 i-TTL balanced fill-flash for — — — digital SLR i-TTL Standard i-TTL flash for digital — — —...
  • Page 334 Other Flash Units The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes. Flash unit SB-80DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-30, SB-27 , SB-22S, SB-23, SB-29 Flash mode SB-26, SB-25, SB-24 SB-50DX SB-22, SB-20, SB-16B, SB-15 SB-21B , SB-29S —...
  • Page 335 Notes on Optional Flash Units Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D7100 is not included in the “digital SLR” category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. If an optional flash unit is attached in shooting modes other than j, %, and u, the flash will fire with every shot, even in modes in which the built-in flash can not be used.

  • Page 336: Other Accessories

    At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D7100. • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15 (0 22, 24): Additional EN-EL15 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. • Battery Charger MH-25 (0 22): Recharge EN-EL15 batteries.
  • Page 337 Software Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software; see the websites listed on page xxvi for the latest information on supported operating systems. At default settings, Nikon Message Center 2 will periodically check for updates to Nikon software and firmware while you are logged in to an account on the computer and the computer is connected to the Internet.
  • Page 338 • Communication Unit UT-1 (0 206): When connected to the camera using the USB cable supplied with the camera, the UT-1 can be used to connect to Ethernet networks and upload pictures to an ftp server or control the camera remotely using optional Camera Control Pro 2 software.

  • Page 339: Attaching A Power Connector And Ac Adapter

    Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. Insert the EP-5B power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, using the connector to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side.

  • Page 340: Caring For The Camera

    Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon-authorized 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 341: Image Sensor Cleaning

    Image Sensor Cleaning If you suspect that dirt or dust on the image sensor is appearing in photographs, you can clean the sensor using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu. The sensor can be cleaned at any time using the Clean now option, or cleaning can be performed automatically when the camera is turned on or off.

  • Page 342: Clean At Startup/Shutdown

    If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually (0 315) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. If image sensor cleaning is performed several times in succession, image sensor cleaning may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera’s internal circuitry.

  • Page 343: Manual Cleaning

    (0 313), the sensor can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the sensor be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel.
  • Page 344 Remove any dust and lint from the sensor with a blower. Do not use a blower-brush, as the bristles could damage the sensor. Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the sensor.
  • Page 345 End cleaning or inspection immediately. Foreign Matter on the Image Sensor Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the image sensor during production and shipping. The D7100, however, is designed to be used with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are removed or exchanged.

  • Page 346: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions

    Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 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. Avoid sudden changes in temperature: Sudden changes in temperature, such as those that occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device.
  • Page 347 Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the adapter to prevent fire. 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 348 • Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair battery performance. • A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery retains its charge when used at room temperature indicates that it requires replacement. Purchase a new EN-EL15 battery. •...

  • Page 349: Available Settings

    Available Settings The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode. k, p, l, m, n, o, r, t, x, y, u, 1, S, A, i j P u, v w z, 0 % g i 2, 3 z z z z z z...
  • Page 350 k, p, l, m, n, o, r, t, x, y, u, 1, S, A, i j P u, v w z, 0 % g i 2, 3 z z z z z z a1: AF-C priority selection z z z z z z a2: AF-S priority selection a3: Focus tracking with...
  • Page 351 k, p, l, m, n, o, r, t, x, y, u, 1, S, A, i j P u, v w z, 0 % g i 2, 3 z z z z z z e1: Flash sync speed — — z e2: Flash shutter speed —...

  • Page 352: Defaults

    Defaults The default settings for the options in the camera menus are listed below. For information on two-button resets, see page 131. Playback Menu Defaults Option Default Option Default Playback folder D7100 Slide show Image review Still images and Image type movies After delete Show next...
  • Page 353 Custom Settings Menu Defaults Option Default Option Default a1 AF-C priority selection Release d12 MB-D15 battery type LR6 (AA alkaline) 242 a2 AF-S priority selection Focus Use MB-D15 Battery order batteries first a3 Focus tracking with lock-on 3 (Normal) e1 Flash sync speed 1/250 s a4 AF point illumination Auto...
  • Page 354 Setup Menu Defaults Option Default Option Default Save user settings Auto image rotation Save to U1 HDMI Shooting mode defaults to P Save to U2 Output resolution Auto Monitor brightness Device control Clean image sensor Clean at startup & Standby timer Enable Clean at startup/shutdown shutdown...

  • Page 355: Exposure Program (Mode P)

    Exposure Program (Mode P) The exposure program for mode P is shown in the following graph: ISO 100; lens with maximum aperture of f/1.4 and minimum aperture of f/16 (e.g., AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G) Shutter speed (seconds) The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensitivity; the above graph assumes an ISO sensitivity of ISO 100 equivalent.

  • Page 356: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
  • Page 357 Photos are out of focus: • Rotate focus-mode selector to AF (0 71). • Camera unable to focus using autofocus: use manual focus or focus lock (0 76, 78). • The shutter-release button can not be used to focus when AF-ON is assigned as the Press option for Custom Setting f2 (Assign Fn button, 0 253), f3 (Assign preview button, 0 255), f4 (Assign AE-L/AF-L button, 0 256), or f9 (Assign MB-D15 4 button, 0 259).

  • Page 358: Shooting (P, S, A, M)

    Flicker or banding appears during live view or movie recording: Choose an option for Flicker reduction that matches the frequency of the local AC power supply (0 264). Bright bands appear during live view or movie recording: A flashing sign, flash, or other light source with brief duration was used during live view or movie recording.

  • Page 359: Miscellaneous

    (0 264). Computer displays NEF (RAW) images differently from camera: Third-party software does not display effects of Picture Controls or Active D-Lighting. Use ViewNX 2 (supplied) or optional Nikon software such as Capture NX 2 (available separately).

  • Page 360: Error Messages

    Ready a fully-charged spare Low battery. battery. • Battery exhausted. • Recharge or replace battery. • Battery can not be used. • Contact Nikon-authorized service representative. • An extremely exhausted • Replace the battery, or xxvi, 22, rechargeable Li-ion battery...
  • Page 361 • Delete photographs. (flashes) (flashes) settings, or camera has run out • Insert new memory card. of file or folder numbers. Release shutter. If error persists or appears frequently, consult Camera malfunction. — (flashes) Nikon-authorized service representative.
  • Page 362 Camera cannot detect Turn camera off and confirm No memory card. memory card. that card is correctly inserted. • Error accessing • Use Nikon-approved card. memory card. • Check that contacts are — clean. If card is damaged, This memory card contact retailer or Nikon- cannot be used.
  • Page 363 Indicator Control Monitor panel Problem Solution Select folder containing No images on memory images from Playback folder Folder contains no — card or in folder(s) 30, 217 menu or insert memory card images. selected for playback. containing images. No images can be played back until another folder has All images are All photos in current...

  • Page 364: Specifications

    Single-lens reflex digital camera Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Nikon DX format; focal length in 35 mm [135] format equivalent to Effective angle of view approx. 1.5× that of lenses with FX format angle of view Effective pixels 24.1 million...
  • Page 365 Viewfinder Viewfinder Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder Frame coverage Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical –1 Magnification Approx. 0.94× (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m –1 Eyepoint 19.5 mm (–1.0 m ; from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens) –1 Diopter adjustment –2–+1 m...
  • Page 366 Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, Off Active D-Lighting Focus Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500DX autofocus sensor module with TTL Autofocus phase detection, fine-tuning, 51 focus points (including 15 cross-type sensors; the center 1 focus point is available at apertures slower than f/5.6 and faster than f/8 or at f/8), and AF-assist illuminator (range...
  • Page 367 Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Lighting • Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with: - SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or SB-700 as a master flash and SB-600 or...
  • Page 368 Battery One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL15 battery Battery pack Optional MB-D15 multi-power battery pack with one rechargeable Nikon EN-EL15 Li-ion battery or six AA alkaline, Ni-MH, or lithium batteries EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5B power connector (available separately) AC adapter Tripod socket Tripod socket in.
  • Page 369 • Nikon reserves the 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 this manual may contain.
  • Page 370 Nikon reserves the 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 this manual may contain.

  • Page 371: The Af-S Dx Nikkor 18-105Mm F/3.5-5.6G Ed Vr

    The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–105mm f/3.5–5.6G ED VR is for use exclusively with Nikon DX format digital cameras. Superior optical performance and image rendering are ensured by the use of aspherical lens elements and elements made using extra-low dispersion (ED) glass to correct chromatic aberration.
  • Page 372 Using the Built-in Flash When using the built-in flash, be sure the subject is at a range of at least 0.6 m (2 ft) and remove lens hoods to prevent vignetting (shadows created where the end of the lens obscures the built-in flash). Camera Zoom position Minimum distance without vignetting...
  • Page 373 Supplied Accessories • 67 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-67 • Rear Lens Cap • Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1018 • Bayonet Hood HB-32 (attaches as shown at right) Optional Accessories • 67 mm screw-on filters • Rear Lens Cap LF-1 or Rear Lens Cap LF-4 A Note on Wide-Angle Lenses Autofocus may not provide the desired results with wide–...
  • Page 374 HDMI Licensing LLC. 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. FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright © 2013 The FreeType Project (“www.freetype.org”). All rights reserved.

  • Page 375: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recommended for movie recording. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used.

  • Page 376: Memory Card Capacity

    Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on an 8 GB SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I card at different image quality (0 66), image size (0 68), and image area settings (0 63). DX (24×16) Image Area Image quality Image size...
  • Page 377 d6—Max. Continuous Release (0 240) The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst can be set to any amount between 1 and 100.

  • Page 378: Battery Life

    One EN-EL15 battery (camera): Approximately 950 shots One EN-EL15 battery (MB-D15): Approximately 950 shots Six AA alkaline batteries (MB-D15): Approximately 450 shots • Photographs, continuous release mode (Nikon standard One EN-EL15 battery (camera): Approximately 3550 shots One EN-EL15 battery (MB-D15): Approximately 3550 shots Six AA alkaline batteries (MB-D15): Approximately 1200 shots •...
  • Page 379 • Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL15 batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance. • Use batteries immediately after charging. Batteries will lose their charge if left...

  • Page 380: Index

    Index Symbols U (Flexible program) ....48 Assign MB-D15 4 button..259 R (Info) button..10, 12, 159, 166 Assign preview button..255, 260 i (Auto mode)........ 36 P button ..........18 Assign shutter button....260 j (Auto (flash off) mode) ... 36 a (Live view) button .
  • Page 381 Clean image sensor..... 313 DPOF print order......213 Focus point Clock .......... 28, 265 DX (24×16)....58, 63, 68, 167 ... 37, 73, 75, 78, 156, 232, 233 Clock battery ........29 Dynamic-area AF......73, 74 Focus point wrap-around ..232 Cloudy (White balance) ....89 Focus tracking ......
  • Page 382 ISO sensitivity ......79, 81 Modeling flash ......251 Preset manual (White balance) ISO sensitivity settings ....81 Monitor ....39, 153, 185, 262 ............. 89, 95 ISO sensitivity step value...234 Monitor brightness......262 Press the shutter-release button i-TTL........119, 122, 247 Monitor off delay......238 all the way down ....
  • Page 383 S (small)........68, 167 Television ........215 Save selected frame ...173, 176 Thumbnail playback ....193 Save user settings ......55 Time ..........265 Save/load settings ....... 268 Time stamp (PictBridge) .... 209 Saving camera settings....268 Time zone ........265 Scene mode ........41 Time zone and date.....
  • Page 384 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. AMA15291 Printed in Europe SB3C02(11) 6MB17811-02...

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