Online User Manual and Guide for Nikon D80 Digital Camera with 18-135mm Lens

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Large, bright 0.94x viewfinder Another important new feature of the D80 is the adoption of the pentaprism viewfinder from the D200. This new eye-level optical viewfinder features large magnification (0.94x) that helps ensure a clear view for precise composition. The diopter adjustment control knob also makes it easier to fine-tune the view to match eyesight. The viewfinder s integrated grid display can also be turned on to assist composition. Storage media (SD memory card) The D80 is compatible with SD memory cards. Already widely in use around the world and available in a variety of capacities, SD memory cards feature efficiency and convenience in a slim, compact design. Built-in Slideshow functions Built-in slideshow options for the D80 include Standard or Pictmotion, which includes style selections that control transitions and background music. Shows can be enjoyed on the camera s 2.5-inch LCD monitor, or complete with audio on a television when connected via the supplied AV cable. Built-in flash with i-TTL flash control The powerful built-in flash does much more than fire when natural lighting is inadequate or effectively add balanced fill flash when there is strong backlighting. Nikon s highly robust i-TTL flash control evaluates flash exposure with greater precision to achieve better automatic flash balance and deliver outstanding results. It also helps realize features such as Repeating flash function for creating stroboscopic effects and the Modeling Flash, which allows photographers to visually check for shadows and reflective objects and assess overall light - ing prior to shooting. Full support for the Advanced Wireless Lighting Sys- tem lets the built-in flash function as a remote commander that pro- vides direct control to wireless SB-800, SB-600 or SB-400 Speedlights.   Creative Lighting System Support for enhanced lighting The D80 works seamlessly with Nikon SB-800, SB-600, SB-400 and SB-R200 Speedlights, delivering the full benefits of i-TTL flash control s advanced monitor pre-flash, accurate bounce-flash measurement and comprehensive wireless operation. The SB-800, SB-600 and SB-400 Speedlights also feature a Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator and Auto Zoom flash coverage. Integrated flexibility for maximum versatility Always ready to shoot, easily and precisely 170o LCD monitor The following CPU lenses can be used with the D80. IX Nikkor CPU lenses cannot be used. SB-600 SB-800 Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 12 13 M A B Greater operating ease with Nikon ergonomics The D80 packs high performance and high resolution into a body that is more compact and slimmer than previous Nikon digital SLR cameras. True to Nikon s commitment to intuitive operation, the size, layout and operation of all buttons and controls are designed for maximum ease of use.   Large wide-angle 2.5?h LCD monitor with improved menus The D80 features a large new 2.5-inch 230,000-dot high-resolution LCD monitor that provides an ultra-wide 170o viewing angle from all directions. To accurately assess sharpness, images can be easily previewed at up to 25 times magnification using new dedicated zoom buttons. A new RGB histogram display aids in evaluating exposures with greater precision. Other playback options include single frame, 4 or 9-image thumbnail display, an improved histogram display and highlight point display. Refinements to the new menu interface make navigation easier on the eye, easier to understand and easier to use. The carefully chosen color scheme helps make the larger font size of menu items remarkably easy to read. Menus can be customized to display only selected items using the new ?gMy Menu?h set. Automated Digital Vari-Program and Exposure modes A selection of 7 Digital Vari-Programs makes creative photography as simple as rotating the mode dial. Choose from Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close Up, Sports, Night Landscape, or Night Portrait and the selected program automatically optimizes white balance, sharpening, tone (contrast), color, saturation and hue settings to best match the scene. Greater personal control over camera operation is provided by the Programmed auto [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [S], Aperture- Priority Auto [A] and Manual [M] exposure modes. AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED An ideal choice for shooting everything from portraits to sports and wildlife, this high-power telephoto zoom lens combines a 4.3x zoom ratio with a range equivalent to 105-450mm in 35mm [135] format. Nikon s advanced VRII (Vibration Reduction) technology helps minimize the impact of camera shake for sharper handheld pictures. Image quality mode: RAW (NEF) Lens: AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm   f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED Exposure mode: [S] 1/60 second, f/8 White balance: Flash Sensitivity: ISO-equiv. 100 Master (SB-800): Manual Remote A (SB-800): Manual Remote B (SB-600): Manual   NIKKOR Lenses Lens quality directly influences the image quality achieved by any SLR camera. Nikon s solid heritage of delivering the finest optics, precision mechanisms, and optimized performance has long earned NIKKOR lenses the highest praises of photographers. In 2007, total accu- mulated production of NIKKOR lenses topped 40 million units. The D80 employs the Nikon F lens mount to ensure seamless compatibility with the unequalled performance and quality of Nikon s full lineup of AF, AF-S and dedicated DX NIKKOR lenses. AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED Designed to combine top performance with outstanding value, this compact 7.5x zoom lens ably covers wide-angle to telephoto shots with its focal length range of 18-135mm, the equivalent of 27-202mm in 35mm [135] format. 1. Spot metering meters selected focus area. 2. Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses. 3. Camera exposure metering and flash control may not function when lens is shifted and/or tilted or aperture is not at maximum. 4. Electronic range finder cannot be used when shifting or tilting lens. 5. See teleconverter manual for list of compatible lenses. 6. With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 7. If AF 80-200mm f/2.8S, 35-70mm f/2.8S, new-model 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5S, or 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5S is zoomed while focusing at minimum range, image on matte screen in viewfinder may not be in focus when in-focus indicator is displayed. Focus manually using image in viewfinder as guide. 8. With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. Non-CPU Lenses The non-CPU lenses listed below may be used, but only when the camera is in mode M. Selecting another mode disables the shutter release. Aperture must be adjusted manually via the lens aperture ring and the camera autofocus system, metering, electronic analog exposure display, and TTL flash control cannot be used. Except where otherwise noted, the electronic range finder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. AI-modified, AI-, AI-S, or Series E Nikkor Medical Nikkor 120mm f/4 (can only be used at shutter speeds slower than 1/60 s) Reflex Nikkor (electronic range finder can not be used) PC Nikkor (electronic range finder can not be used when shifting or tilting lens) AI-type teleconverter* PB-6 Bellows focusing attachment (attach in vertical orientation; can be used in horizontal   orientation once attached)* Auto extension rings (PK-11A, 12, 13; PN-11)* *Electronic range finder can be used if maximum effective aperture is f/5.6 or faster. SB-400