Shooting Menu [Imprinting Shooting Data]—continued

Imprinting data between frames

In addition to the date, date and time, user index number, frame count number or sequential number, which can also be imprinted in-frame, additional detailed shooting data can be imprinted between frames.

Imprinted data

Date, date and time, user index number, frame count number or sequential number:

See the in-frame imprinted data on page 126 for details.

Shutter speed:

The shutter speed displayed in the top and rear LCD panels (in detailed and large display) and viewfinder when pictures are taken is imprinted.

Aperture:

The aperture displayed in top and rear LCD panels (in detailed and large display) and viewfinder when pictures are taken is imprinted.

When a non-CPU lens is attached and the lens’ maximum aperture is not specified in “specifying lens data” (x 144), the number of EV steps from maximum aperture (with the P mark) is imprinted.

Exposure mode:

Location of imprinted “” indicates the exposure mode.

Programmed Auto: no indication

Shutter-Priority Auto: indication at the shutter speed

Aperture-Priority Auto: indication at the aperture

Manual: indications at both shutter speed and aperture

Exposure compensation value:

Selected exposure compensation value (x 74) is imprinted in Programmed Auto, Shutter-Priority Auto and Aperture-Priority Auto. In Manual exposure mode, under or over EV value from the correct exposure is imprinted (within ±9.7, if the value exceeds, –9.7 or +9.7 is imprinted).

“0.0” is imprinted if no exposure compensation is set.

“--” is imprinted in multiple exposure (x 138).

In Auto Exposure Bracketing (x 75), added compensation value of the Bracketing is imprinted. See “Recorded/imprinted exposure compensation/flash exposure compensation value” on page 148 for details.

Flash exposure compensation (fi=):

Flash exposure compensation value set in flash shooting is imprinted. (See the instruction manual of the Speedlight for the flash exposure compensaiton.)

• If no flash exposure compensation is set, “0.0” is imprinted.

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F6 specifications

The Nikon F6 is a quintessential piece of camera engineering that pays homage to Nikon's long history of film photography while seamlessly integrating modern technology. Released in 2004, the F6 stands as Nikon's flagship 35mm film camera and serves as a crucial tool for both professional photographers and film enthusiasts alike.

At its core, the Nikon F6 boasts an impressive array of features aimed at enhancing user experience and image quality. One of the standout characteristics is its advanced multi-area 1005-pixel Matrix Metering system. This sophisticated metering technology dramatically improves exposure accuracy by analyzing the scene and making precise adjustments based on lighting conditions. Coupled with a five-frame-per-second continuous shooting speed, the F6 ensures that users can capture fast-moving subjects without missing a moment.

Another highlight of the F6 is its autofocus system. Featuring Nikon's Multi-CAM 2000 autofocus module, the camera offers 11 focus points with excellent precision, even in challenging lighting conditions. The camera’s focus tracking capabilities allow for better subject retention and improved overall performance during dynamic shooting scenarios.

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