204 David Busch’s Nikon D7000 Guide to Digital SLR Photography

Table 7.3 Custom Settings Menu Recommendations #1

 

 

Camera

Basic

Studio

 

Long

Item

Option

Default

Setting

Flash

Portrait

Exposure

 

Autofocus

 

 

 

 

 

a1

AF-C priority selection

Release

Release

Release

Release

Release

a2

AF-S priority selection

Focus

Focus

Focus

Focus

Focus

a3

Focus tracking with

Normal

Normal

Normal

Normal

Normal

 

lock-on

 

 

 

 

 

a4

AF point illumination

Auto

Auto

Auto

Auto

Auto

a5

Focus point

No wrap

No wrap

No wrap

No wrap

No wrap

 

wrap-around

(OFF)

(OFF)

(OFF)

(OFF)

(OFF)

a6

Number of focus points

39 points

39 points

39 points

39 points

39 points

a7

AF assist illuminator

On

On

Off

Off

On

a8

Live view/movie AF

 

 

 

 

 

 

>Autofocus mode

Single-servo

Single-servo

Single-servo

Single-servo

Single-servo

 

 

AF

AF

AF

AF

AF

 

>AF-area mode:

Wide-area

Wide-area

Wide-area

Wide-area

Wide-area

 

Sports, Night Portrait,

AF

AF

AF

AF

AF

 

Pet, Beach, High

 

 

 

 

 

 

Key, Low Key

 

 

 

 

 

 

>AF-area mode:

Normal-

Normal-

Normal-

Normal-

Normal-

 

Close-up, Food

area AF

area AF

area AF

area AF

area AF

 

>AF-area mode:

Face-priority

Face-priority

Face-priority

Face-priority

Wide-area

 

All other modes

AF

AF

AF

AF

AF

 

Metering/exposure

 

 

 

 

 

b1

ISO sensitivity step

1/3 step

1/3 step

1/3 step

1/3 step

1/3 step

 

value

 

 

 

 

 

b2

EV steps for

1/3 step

1/3 step

1/3 step

1/3 step

1/3 step

 

exposure control

 

 

 

 

 

b3

Easy exposure

Off

Off

Off

Off

Off

 

compensation

 

 

 

 

 

b4

Center-weighted area

8mm

8mm

8mm

8mm

8mm

b5

Fine-tune optimal exposure:

 

 

 

 

 

> Matrix metering

0

0

0

0

0

 

> Center-Weighted

0

0

0

0

0

 

> Spot metering

0

0

0

0

0

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Nikon D7000 manual Custom Settings Menu Recommendations #1

D7000 specifications

The Nikon D7000 is a mid-range digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera that has garnered a reputation for its impressive blend of features and user-friendly design. Released in 2010, the D7000 marked a significant step forward for Nikon, appealing to both amateur photographers and enthusiasts seeking a robust and versatile camera.

At the heart of the D7000 is a 16.2-megapixel APS-C (DX) CMOS sensor that delivers sharp, high-resolution images with rich colors and stunning detail. Coupled with Nikon's EXPEED 2 image processing engine, the camera excels in low-light performance, allowing photographers to shoot at sensitivities ranging from ISO 100 to ISO 6400, expandable to ISO 25600. This flexibility empowers users to capture clean images even in challenging lighting situations.

The autofocus system of the D7000 is another highlight, featuring a 39-point AF system with nine cross-type sensors. This advanced system ensures fast and accurate focus, making it suitable for a variety of shooting scenarios, from portraits to fast-action sports photography. The camera also includes full HD video recording capabilities at 1080p, with options for frame rates of 24, 25, and 30 frames per second, providing videographers with quality and flexibility.

The D7000's build quality is robust, with a magnesium alloy body designed to withstand the rigors of regular use. It is weather-sealed to protect against dust and moisture, making it a reliable choice for outdoor shooting. The camera features a 3-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 921,000 dots, allowing for high-clarity image review and menu navigation. The 100% viewfinder coverage gives a true-to-life perspective when composing shots.

Additional features include in-camera HDR, multiple exposure capabilities, and a comprehensive set of scene modes that assist users in achieving the best results in various conditions. The D7000 is also equipped with dual memory card slots, supporting both SD and SDHC formats for ample storage and backup options.

With its combination of high-quality imaging, advanced autofocus, robust build, and versatile features, the Nikon D7000 stands out as a powerful tool for photographers looking to elevate their craft.