Nikon FAA350NA manual Introduction, Take trial shots, Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly

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WWW.	Introduction
WWW.	•Thank you for purchasing the Nikon F100—a camera that you are sure
LENSINC.		to enjoy in making photography a bigger part of your life.
		to enjoy in making photography a bigger part of your life.
		Get to know your F100 camera, and be sure to read this manual
		thoroughly before using it. We recommend that you keep this manual
		handy.
NET		Main features of the F100:

		• Nikon’s exclusive new cross-ranged, five-area Multi-CAM1300

		autofocus sensor system achieves superior performance in high-
		speed continuous shooting, and Dynamic AF, which also utilizes
		five-area autofocusing, enables sharp focus on irregularly moving
		subjects.
		• Nikon’s exclusive 10-segment 3D Matrix Metering provides correct
		exposure in various shooting situations.
		• Menu of 22 Custom Settings enables you to choose among
		customized combinations of various functions/modes and two
		Command Dials provide access to more versatile functions.
		• F100’s fortified die-cast body and Nikon lenses and accessories
		accommodate various photographic situations.

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•Take trial shots

Take trial shots before shooting at important occasions like weddings or graduations.

•Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly

Nikon recommends that you have your camera serviced by an authorized dealer or service center at least once every two years.

•Using your camera correctly

The Nikon F100’s performance has been optimized for use with Nikon brand accessories. Accessories made by other manufacturers may not meet Nikon’s criteria for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage the F100’s components. Nikon cannot guarantee the F100’s performance when it is used with other than Nikon brand accessories.

Note: · 00

·00 (numbers from 1 to 22): indicates that the function/mode changes according to Custom Setting menu number.

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Contents Page Nomenclature Supplied accessoriesLCD panel LCD/Viewfinder DisplaysViewfinder Display About LCD illuminator panelCommand Dials Introduction Using your camera correctlyTake trial shots Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularlyContents Set Focus Mode, Focus Area AF Area Mode Mount Lens Install Batteries and Check Battery PowerLoad Film LensBasic Operation Lightly press the shutter release button to activate Battery power Appears Sufficient battery powerExposure meter Incorrect positioning of + and poles may damage the cameraCheck the lens type When camera is left unattended without lensMount Lens Advances to the first frame Load FilmPress the shutter release button. Film automatically Select center focus area with the focus area selector Set the focus mode selector to S Single Servo AFRotate the focus area selector lock release Camera controls exposure automatically Shooting characteristics of exposure modesSymbol Exposure mode Shooting characteristics Hold Camera and Focus Situations where autofocus may not work as expected, seeHold the camera properly Camera shake and shutter speedFocus, shutter speed and aperture can be confirmed Confirm that film is completely rewound, thenRemove film cartridge Metering System About Metering System and ExposureExposure Photographic expressionWhen a non-CPU lens is attached Lenses give you access to all available functionsTypes of CPU lenses and other usable lenses/accessories Lens CompatibilityFilm Autofocus Set focus mode selector to S or C for autofocus operationFocus Area AF start buttonRotate AF area mode selector to select AF area mode AF Area ModeDynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Priority Autofocus modesSituations where autofocus may not work as expected Confirm focus indicator / and lock focusFocus Lock Press the shutter release buttonManual Focus Exposure Metering System Compose picture, focus and shoot ¡ Programmed AutoLocking shutter speed Shooting in Each Exposure ModeShutter-Priority Auto Exposure mode ∆ button to select £ Rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressingSet the aperture by rotating the Sub-Command Dial £ Aperture-Priority Auto¢ Manual Adjusting the exposure. Long TimeElectronic analog exposure display Exposure factor with AF Micro-Nikkor lensPicture. Set exposure to a mode other than Manual Center-Weighted or Spot MeteringAuto Exposure Lock Metering system selector lock release to selectAuto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing Exposure CompensationWith one steps With 1/3 stepsWith 1/2 steps Multiple Exposure Long Time Exposure Exposure mode button ∆ to select ¢ ManualA tripod is recommended Panel is illuminated in greenUsing the tweezers, push the front edge of the holder Changing Focusing ScreensUpward until it clicks into place Through the viewfinder seeChanging Camera Back Data Back MF-29 Self-Timer OperationFocus Tracking About Depth of Field and Focus TrackingDepth of field Creating Custom Setting Command Dial while pressing the Custom SettingSelect a menu number by rotating the Main Button ·Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing options Switching Command Dial operations pagesEasy Exposure Compensation Film advance in multiple exposureDelay time for self-timer operation Delay time for auto meter-switch offShutter release confirmation with self-timer LED Aperture setting with lens’ aperture ring pagesOriginal default settings Two-Button ResetCanceling Custom Setting Press the · and ∆ buttons simultaneously,Types of TTL Auto Flash Accessory Shoe/Sync Terminal/Ready-LightFlash Sync Mode Features Ai-P Nikkor and Î indicates non-CPU Nikkor lenses Usable Optional SpeedlightsSet the exposure mode and confirm shutter speed Aperture Using the SpeedlightSet the flash sync mode Attach the Speedlight and set the metering systemCombinations of AF Functions Optional Accessories Right-Angle Viewing Attachment DR-4/Eyepiece Focusing ScreensAdapter DK-7 FiltersData Back MF-29 Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4Speedlight SB-80DX Speedlight SB-27Neckstraps/Handstrap AH-4 Accessories connected to 10-pin remote terminalSoft case CF-57/CF-58 Camera Care Turn the camera power off when changing batteries TroubleshootingUse fresh batteries at low temperatures Keep batteries out of children’s reachReduction function When a Speedlight Without Red-Eye BuLb in S modeBattery power With new ones Overexposure maySpecifications Equipped Multiple exposure Activated using film advance mode dialSB-50DX, SB-30, SB-29s/29, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26 AA-type lithium BatteryTime Bulb Exposure +20C 68FIndex Custom Setting Menu Nikon Corporation