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You’ll be using the four buttons to the left of the LCD (shown in Figure 3.8) quite fre- quently, so learn their functions now.

■MENU button. Summons/exits the menu displayed on the rear LCD of the D7000. When you’re working with submenus, this button also serves to exit a sub- menu and return to the main menu.

■Help/Protect/White balance button. When viewing most menu items on the LCD, pressing this button produces a concise Help screen with tips on how to make the relevant setting. This double-duty button also can be used to protect an image from accidental erasure when reviewing a picture on the LCD. Press once to pro- tect the image, a second time to unprotect it. A key symbol appears when the image is displayed to show that it is protected. (This feature safeguards an image from era- sure when deleting or transferring pictures only; when you format a card, protected images are removed along with all the others.) The button also summons the white balance settings.

■Thumbnail/Zoom Out/ISO button. Use this button to change from full-screen view to six, nine, or 72 thumbnails, Calendar View, or to zoom out. I’ll explain zooming and other playback options in the next section. The button also accesses ISO sensitivity settings.

■Zoom In button. Press to zoom in on an image, and to select image quality settings.

More buttons reside on the right side of the back panel, as shown in Figure 3.9. The key controls and their functions are as follows:

■Live View switch. Rotate this momentary-contact switch clockwise to turn on Live View and enable movie shooting. Rotate it again to turn Live View/moving shoot- ing off.

■Movie-record button. Press the red button to start movie shooting, and again to stop shooting.

■Multi selector. This joypad-like button can be shifted up, down, side to side, and diagonally for a total of eight directions, or pressed. It can be used for several func- tions, including AF point selection, scrolling around a magnified image, trimming a photo, or setting white balance correction. Within menus, pressing the up/down arrows moves the on-screen cursor up or down; pressing towards the right selects the highlighted item and displays its options; pressing left cancels and returns to the previous menu.

■OK button. The button in the center of the multi selector can be pressed to choose a highlighted selection in a menu and to confirm choices.

■Infrared receiver. This is one of two IR sensors on the camera; the other is located on the front. Both are active at the same time when the release mode dial is set to

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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.
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