Nikon F65D instruction manual Flash Sync Mode Features

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Flash Sync Mode Features

Five flash sync modes are available with the F65/F65D.

Set the flash sync mode by rotating the Command Dial while pressing the flash sync mode button ±.

∞: Front-Curtain Sync (Normal Sync)

Set the flash sync mode to Front-Curtain Sync for normal flash photography. The camera’s shutter speed is automatically set between 1/90 to 1/60 sec. for flash photography in a (AUTO mode) or s (Portrait mode), 1/90 to 1/15 sec. in d (Landscape mode), and to 1/90 sec. in Auto-Multi Program, Aperture-Priority Auto, f

(Close-Up mode) or g (Sports Continuous mode). (With optional Speedlight SB-26, SB-25 and SB-24, set the Speedlight’s sync mode selector to NORMAL.)

¤: Slow Sync

Slow Sync can be used in h Night Scene mode, Auto- Multi Program or Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode. Normally, the camera’s shutter speed is automatically set to 1/90 sec. for flash photography. However, for shooting nighttime scenes, Slow Sync uses a slower shutter speed (down to maximum of 30 sec., 1 sec. in h Night Scene

mode) to bring out background details using all of the available light.

‹: Rear-Curtain Sync

Rear-Curtain Sync can be used in Auto-Multi Program, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode. Normally, the Speedlight fires at the end of the exposure, turning available light into a stream of light that follows the flash-illuminated moving subject. When Rear-Curtain Sync is set in Auto-Multi Program or Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode, Slow Sync is

automatically set. (With an optional Speedlight SB-26, 25 and 24, set the Speedlight’s sync mode selector to REAR.)

›: Red-Eye Reduction

The Red-Eye Reduction lamp lights for approx. 1 sec. before the flash fires in order to reduce the red-eye effect in photos of people or animals. Red-Eye Reduction can be used in a AUTO mode, Vari-Program (except for h Night Scene), Auto-Multi Program, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode. (With

optional Speedlight SB-80DX, SB-28/28DX, SB-27 and SB-26, the Red-Eye Reduction lamp of the Speedlight lights.)

⁄: Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync

Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync can be used in h Night Scene mode, Auto- Multi Program or Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode. Red-Eye Reduction and Slow Sync mode are simultaneously set. (With optional Speedlight SB-80DX, SB-28/ 28DX, SB-27 and SB-26, the Red-Eye Reduction lamp of the Speedlight lights.)

fl: Flash Cancel

Flash Cancel can only be selected in a (AUTO mode) or Vari-Program. Set Flash Cancel when you want to cancel the flash and have the photograph exposed only with the natural light. Flash Cancel cannot be set when the built-in Speedlight is in the up position. Set the Flash Cancel before lightly pressing the shutter release button. (The built-in Speedlight is cancelled but when optional Speedlights are attached, flash is not cancelled.)

To cancel Flash Cancel, turn the power switch off or select another exposure mode.

NOTE: Flash Sync Modes

•In Front-Curtain Sync, shutter speed shifts automatically to 1/90 sec. when the shutter speed is set to faster than 1/90 sec. in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode.

•When Red-Eye Reduction or Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync is selected, the Red-Eye Reduction lamp lights for approx. 1 sec. before the flash fires. Do not move the camera or let the subject move until the shutter is released. (Red-Eye Reduction is not recommended in shooting situations where shutter release is your top priority.)

•With some lenses, light from the Red-Eye Reduction lamp may not reach the subject’s eyes. In some cases, the red-eye effect may not be sufficiently reduced due to the location of subject.

•With Slow Sync and Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, keep the camera steady to prevent picture blur since the shutter speed is slow. Use of a tripod is recommended.

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Contents Page Using your camera correctly IntroductionTake trial shots Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularlyContents Nomenclature F65D only Data imprint LCD/buttonsLCD Panel/Viewfinder Display Auto Slow RearUser-controlled exposure mode Point-and-shoot exposure modeLandscape mode P Close-Up mode PStart Shooting Immediately Preparation LCD panel when the power switch is off Check pointsDetaching the lens Check the lens typeWith G-type Nikkor lens Pull film leader across to red index mark Load FilmDX-coded film Use a pointed object to remove the battery Set Date and Time F65D onlyLightly press the shutter release button About Shutter Release ButtonFully depress the shutter release button Situations where autofocus may not work as expected Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject PrioritySet Exposure Mode to a Set exposure mode to a Auto modeAbout exposure mode Matrix MeteringHold the camera properly Hold Camera and FocusBuilt-in Speedlight Release Shutter Using Built-In Speedlight Built-in Speedlight and Matrix Balanced Fill-FlashPortrait mode Landscape modeClose-Up mode Shooting with Vari-ProgramNight Scene mode Sports Continuous modeImprinted date/time Self-Timer Operation Display changes as followsDetailed Operation Manual focus using Electronic Rangefinder Auto-Servo AFManual focus About Lock-OnWhen focus mode is set to Manual Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject PriorityDynamic AF Mode Single Area ModeAF-Assist Illuminator Cancelling AF-Assist IlluminatorLenses incompatible with AF-Assist Illuminator Auto mode Set the exposure mode dial to aCompose picture, confirm focus indicator / and shoot Focus LockSet the exposure mode dial to P Difference between a Auto mode and P Auto-Multi ProgramAuto-Multi Program Flexible ProgramSet the exposure mode dial to S Shutter-Priority AutoAperture-Priority Auto Set the exposure mode dial to M Centre-Weighted MeteringManual Compose picture, focus and shootExposure Compensation Exposure mode with Exposure CompensationLong Time Time Exposure Auto Exposure Bracketing Multiple Exposure Standard compensation value in multiple exposureDioptre adjustment Attaching viewfinder accessoriesFilm Rewind Mid-roll rewindRemote Control Operation optional Depth-of-Field PreviewPoint the remote control unit toward Focusing in remote control operationLong Time Time exposure with remote control Camera and press the shutter releaseAvailable Mode Combinations MultipleFlash Photography Ready-Light/Accessory Shoe Accessory shoeBuilt-in Speedlight and TTL Flash modes Ready-lightFlash Sync Mode Features Auto-Multi Program, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto or ManualExposure mode, release the built-in Speedlight by pressing the ± flash lockUsing Built-In Speedlight Available shutter speedFlash Shooting Distance Range Miscellaneous Lens Compatibility Type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lensLens Compatibility When a non-CPU lens is attachedUsable Optional Speedlights Usable Optional Speedlights Optional Accessories Cleaning camera body Camera CareTroubleshooting Use two CR2-type 3V lithium batteriesLCD panel Exposure bracketing Exposure CompensationFlash shooting distance range Flash synchronisationFocal length Focus TrackingFront-Curtain Sync Guide numberSpecifications Specifications Specifications Index 114 115 Nikon Corporation

F65D specifications

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