Nikon D5000 manual Scene Modes, Autofocus Point

Always the right shot with

Scene Modes and fast autofocus.

Nikon technology brings out the best in every shot. Expanded Scene Modes — 19 of them — cover just about any shooting situation, automatically optimizing camera settings for a particular scene. Add in lightning quick autofocus and you have a combination that assures you never miss a memorable moment.

Scene Modes

These are preset camera settings that cover a wide variety of shooting situations. Scene Modes allow the camera to simultaneously adjust a number of settings when you select the mode that matches the scene. This makes it easy to obtain great looking photos even in difficult shooting situations.

Autofocus Point

This is a precisely placed area in the viewfinder that the camera uses to determine focus. Digital SLR cameras have a number of autofocus points distributed in the viewfinder. Generally, these are selectable to allow focusing on subjects that are not in the middle of the frame.

19 Scene Modes for any occasion

Take the guesswork out of tricky photo situations with Scene Modes. Simply turn the mode dial to SCENE and choose the mode that matches the subject. The D5000 does the rest, automatically adjusting exposure, image processing, Active D-Lighting and other settings for optimum results. Sample photos appear on the display to help you select the right shooting mode.

Set the mode dial to SCENE and select additional Scene Modes with the command dial.

Child Candlelight

Silhouette

Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR

Fast, precise 11-point autofocus system

Autofocus is a key function in any digital camera. The D5000 uses Nikon’s reliable Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module for fast, accurate autofocus. Strategically arranged for outstanding coverage of both vertical and horizontal compositions, the diamond-shaped array of 11 autofocus points — with one precision cross-type point — handles nearly any shooting situation.

11 autofocus points provide crisp focus over a wide area.

Four autofocus modes keep photos looking sharp

The D5000 makes it point-and-shoot simple to acquire clear, tack-sharp photos when composing via the bright, informative optical viewfinder. Whether your subject is off-center, moving fast, or completely unpredictable, the D5000 has the right autofocus solution.

Single-point AF Dynamic-area AF Auto-area AF 3D-tracking AF

Manually select an autofocus point with	Capturing fast moving subjects has	Unsure of what mode to use? Let the	Select an autofocus point on a moving
the multi-selector, compose, and shoot.	never been easier. Select a focus area	D5000 decide for you. It automatically	subject and the D5000 locks on,
This is a great way to maintain focus on	and the corresponding autofocus points	changes autofocus modes depending	utilizing all autofocus points to keep the
static, off-center subjects.	combine to produce sharp results.	on whether the subject is static or	subject in sharp focus even as the
		dynamic.	composition changes.

Sports Close up

Night portrait Night landscape

Sunset Portrait Landscape

			High key
			Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Food	Pet portrait	Low key
Notes: • Scene Modes selected via the mode dial are: Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, and Night portrait.				Without High key

•Scene Modes selected via the command dial when in Scene Mode are: Night landscape, Party/indoor, Beach/snow, Sunset, Dusk/dawn, Pet portrait, Candlelight,

6Blossom, Autumn colors, Food, Silhouette, High key, and Low key.

Nikon Scene Recognition System

Because every photo opportunity is unique, the D5000 is equipped with Nikon’s exclusive Scene Recognition System to effortlessly capture the beauty of every moment. This advanced technology uses a 420-pixel color sensor to analyze a composition. It then optimizes exposure, autofocus, and white balance over the entire scene immediately before the shutter is released, delivering sharp, wonderfully balanced images.

Quiet shooting keeps the peace

Some shots require a soft approach. That’s why the D5000 is equipped with new Quiet Shooting mode — a great solution for capturing sleeping babies, classical concerts, or any other scene where silence is golden. This new mode noticeably reduces the sound of internal mechanisms when the shutter is pressed, helping you get the shot without disturbing the peace.

420-pixel Color (RGB) Sensor Image Sensor

Autofocus	Auto Exposure	Auto	Playback
	& i-TTL Controll	White Balance
• Subject	• Highlight analysis	• Light source	• Zoom to face
identification	• Face detection	identification
• Composition		• Face detection

-change detection

• Face priority AF

Quiet Shooting mode won’t wake the baby.

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