Specifications

Type of camera

Integral-motor autofocus 35mm single-lens reflex with electronically

 

controlled focal-plane shutter and built-in Speedlight

 

 

Exposure modes

a: AUTO mode

 

Vari-Program (s: Portrait, d: Landscape, f: Close-Up,

 

g: Sports Continuous, h: Night Scene mode)

 

¡: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible Program possible)

 

: Shutter-Priority Auto

 

£: Aperture-Priority Auto

 

¢: Manual

 

 

Picture format

24 x 36mm (standard 35mm film format)

 

 

Lens mount

Nikon F mount (with AF coupling, AF contacts)

 

 

Lens

Nikkor and Nikon lenses having Nikon F mount*

 

* With limitations; see chart on page 89.

 

 

Viewfinder

Fixed eye-level penta-Dach-mirror type, built-in dioptre adjustment

 

(–1.5 to +0.8m–1)

Eyepoint

17mm (at –1.0m–1)

Focusing screen

B-type Clear Matte Screen V with focus brackets

 

 

Viewfinder frame

Approx. 89%

coverage

 

 

 

Finder magnification

Approx. 0.68-0.60x with 50mm lens set to infinity (at –1.5 to +0.8m–1)

Viewfinder

Focus indications, focus area, shutter speed, aperture, electronic

information

analog exposure display/Exposure Compensation value display,

 

Exposure Compensation, flash ready-light/flash recommended/full

 

flash output

 

Five sets of focus area (brackets)/12mmø reference circle for Centre-

 

Weighted metering

 

 

Reflex mirror

Automatic, instant-return type

 

 

Lens aperture

Instant-return type, with depth-of-field preview button

 

 

Autofocus

TTL phase detection, Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module with

 

AF-Assist Illuminator (approx. 0.5m-3m)

 

• Detection range: EV –1 to EV 19 (ISO 100, at normal temperature)

 

 

Lens servo

AF: Auto-Servo AF: camera automatically chooses Single Servo AF or

 

Continuous Servo AF operation according to the subject status, i.e.

 

stationary or moving (including directional information).

 

• Single Servo AF (focus is locked when the subject is in-focus)

 

• Continuous Servo AF (camera continues to focus on a moving

 

subject) Focus Tracking with Lock-On™ automatically activated

 

by subject’s status

 

 

M: Manual focus

 

 

 

Focus area

One of five focus areas can be selected

 

 

Focus Area mode

• Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority

 

• Dynamic AF Mode

 

 

• Single Area with M focus mode

 

 

Metering system

TTL full-aperture exposure metering system

 

Three metering systems selectable (limitations with lens used)

 

• 3D six-segment Matrix Metering: with D- or G-type AF Nikkor

 

Six-segment Matrix Metering: with AF Nikkor other than D- or G-

 

type (except AF Nikkor for F3AF and IX-Nikkor), AI-P Nikkor

 

Centre-Weighted Metering: automatically selected with Manual

 

exposure mode

 

 

 

 

Metering range

3D Matrix Metering:

EV 1-20

 

Centre-Weighted Metering: EV 1-20

 

(at normal temperature, ISO 100, f/1.4 lens)

 

 

 

Exposure meter coupling

CPU

 

 

 

Exposure Compensation

Exposure compensated in ±2 EV range, in 1/2 steps (except in M or

 

a)

 

 

 

Auto Exposure

Bracketing range: ±2 EV; number of shots: three; bracketing

Bracketing

steps: 0.5, 1, 1.5 or 2 EV (except in a or Vari-Program)

 

 

Film speed setting

• Automatically set to ISO film speed of DX-coded film in use (manual

 

not selectable)

 

 

• Film speed range: DX: ISO 25-5000, automatically set to ISO 100

 

with non-DX-coded film

 

 

 

 

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Nikon F65D instruction manual Specifications

F65D specifications

The Nikon F65D, also known as the Nikon N65 in some regions, is a notable entry in the world of 35mm film cameras, bridging the gap between traditional photography and the emerging digital era. Released in the late 1990s, this camera embodies a blend of versatility, user-friendly controls, and solid build quality, making it an appealing choice for both amateur photographers and seasoned professionals seeking a reliable film camera.

One of the main features of the F65D is its autofocus system. The camera is equipped with a 3D Color Matrix Metering system that ensures accurate exposure calculations, enabling photographers to capture vibrant images with rich tones. The autofocus system consists of a five-point AF module, offering users flexibility in focusing on subjects in various shooting conditions. This is particularly advantageous for capturing dynamic scenes where precise focus is critical.

The F65D also boasts multiple exposure modes, including program, aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual mode. This variety allows users to explore different techniques and styles of photography, adapting to their creative vision. The camera's built-in pop-up flash ensures that even low-light conditions can be managed effectively, providing additional versatility when shooting indoors or during twilight hours.

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