Nikon F65D Auto-Servo AF, Manual focus using Electronic Rangefinder, About Lock-On

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Focus Mode

Two focus modes, autofocus using the Auto-Servo AF (Single Servo AF and Continuous Servo AF) and Manual focus, are available with this camera.

•Autofocus

• With the focus mode selector set to AF, lightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the camera on the subject at the focus area (page 46) and causes / to appear in the viewfinder.

•Auto-Servo AF

Camera automatically chooses Single Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF operation according to the subject status, i.e. stationary or moving (including directional information).

•Single Servo AF

The shutter can be released when the focus indicator / appears in the viewfinder. Once focused on a subject, keeping the shutter release button lightly pressed locks focus (Focus Lock, page 50). However, if the subject starts moving, Focus Lock is deactivated, and the focus mode automatically switches to Continuous Servo AF.

•Continuous Servo AF

Continuous Servo AF is automatically activated when the subject is moving. The shutter can be released when the focus indicator / appears in the viewfinder; however, focus is not locked and the camera continues to focus on the subject until shutter release. With a moving subject, Focus Tracking (page 104) is activated and the camera continuously focuses on the subject. Also, F65/F65D will continue to focus firmly on a main subject with Lock-On™.

•When g Sports Continuous mode is selected, Continuous Servo AF is automatically activated and the camera continuously focuses on the subject.

•Manual focus

• Set the focus mode selector to M. Look through the viewfinder and rotate the lens focusing ring until the image appears sharp on the clear matte field in the viewfinder. The shutter can be released whether or not the subject is in focus and regardless of the focus indicator status.

• Use Manual focus in situations where autofocus may not work as expected (page 27) or lens other than AF Nikkor (page 89) is attached.

• When using a lens with the A-M select function, set the switch/ring to M to focus manually. If M/A (autofocus with manual priority) is available with your lens, Manual focus is possible either with the switch/ring set to M or M/A. See the instruction manual of your lens for details.

Manual focus using Electronic Rangefinder

Set the focus mode selector to M. The focus can be confirmed with /

OPERATION

indication in the viewfinder. The Electronic Rangefinder works with most Nikkor

 

lenses (including AF Nikkors when operated manually) having a maximum

 

aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

DETAILED

Lightly press the shutter release button and while the meter is on, rotate the

 

lens focusing ring until / appears in the viewfinder. The shutter can be released anytime. The Electronic Rangefinder can be activated with any of five focus brackets selected as the focus area (page 46).

About Lock-On™

Lock-On™ Autofocus keeps focus firmly on a main subject even if some other object momentarily blocks it in the viewfinder.

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Contents Page Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly Using your camera correctlyIntroduction Take trial shotsContents F65D only Data imprint LCD/buttons NomenclatureAuto Slow Rear LCD Panel/Viewfinder DisplayClose-Up mode P User-controlled exposure modePoint-and-shoot exposure mode Landscape mode PStart Shooting Immediately Preparation Check points LCD panel when the power switch is offWith G-type Nikkor lens Check the lens typeDetaching the lens DX-coded film Load FilmPull film leader across to red index mark Set Date and Time F65D only Use a pointed object to remove the batteryFully depress the shutter release button About Shutter Release ButtonLightly press the shutter release button Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority Situations where autofocus may not work as expectedMatrix Metering Set Exposure Mode to aSet exposure mode to a Auto mode About exposure modeBuilt-in Speedlight Hold Camera and FocusHold the camera properly Release Shutter Built-in Speedlight and Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash Using Built-In SpeedlightShooting with Vari-Program Portrait modeLandscape mode Close-Up modeImprinted date/time Sports Continuous modeNight Scene mode Display changes as follows Self-Timer OperationDetailed Operation About Lock-On Manual focus using Electronic RangefinderAuto-Servo AF Manual focusSingle Area Mode When focus mode is set to ManualDynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority Dynamic AF ModeLenses incompatible with AF-Assist Illuminator Cancelling AF-Assist IlluminatorAF-Assist Illuminator Focus Lock Auto modeSet the exposure mode dial to a Compose picture, confirm focus indicator / and shootFlexible Program Set the exposure mode dial to PDifference between a Auto mode and P Auto-Multi Program Auto-Multi ProgramShutter-Priority Auto Set the exposure mode dial to SAperture-Priority Auto Compose picture, focus and shoot Set the exposure mode dial to MCentre-Weighted Metering ManualLong Time Time Exposure Exposure mode with Exposure CompensationExposure Compensation Auto Exposure Bracketing Standard compensation value in multiple exposure Multiple ExposureMid-roll rewind Dioptre adjustmentAttaching viewfinder accessories Film RewindDepth-of-Field Preview Remote Control Operation optionalCamera and press the shutter release Point the remote control unit towardFocusing in remote control operation Long Time Time exposure with remote controlMultiple Available Mode CombinationsFlash Photography Ready-light Ready-Light/Accessory ShoeAccessory shoe Built-in Speedlight and TTL Flash modesFlash Sync Mode Features Speedlight by pressing the ± flash lock Auto-Multi Program, Shutter-PriorityAuto, Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual Exposure mode, release the built-inAvailable shutter speed Using Built-In SpeedlightFlash Shooting Distance Range Miscellaneous Type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lens Lens CompatibilityUsable Optional Speedlights When a non-CPU lens is attachedLens Compatibility Usable Optional Speedlights Optional Accessories Camera Care Cleaning camera bodyUse two CR2-type 3V lithium batteries TroubleshootingLCD panel Flash synchronisation Exposure bracketingExposure Compensation Flash shooting distance rangeGuide number Focal lengthFocus Tracking Front-Curtain SyncSpecifications Specifications Specifications Index 114 115 Nikon Corporation

F65D specifications

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