Where to Find It
Find what you’re looking for from:
The Table of Contents
See pages v–vi
Find items by function or menu name.
The Q&A Index
See pages vii–ix
Know what you want to do but don’t know the function name? Find it from
the “question and answer” index.
The Index
Search by key word.
See pages 147–149
Error Messages
See pages 132–133
If a warning is displayed in the control panel, viewfi nder, or monitor, fi nd
the solution here.
Troubleshooting
See pages 129–131
Camera behaving unexpectedly? Find the solution here.
Digitutor
“Digitutor,” a series of “watch and learn” manuals in movie form, is available at the following website:
http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html
Help
Use the camera‘s on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. See page 9 for
details.
Introduction
Tutorial
Photography and Playback
More on Photography (All Modes)
Reference
P, S, A, and M Modes
More on Playback
Connecting to a Television, Computer, or Printer
Playback Options: The Playback Menu
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
Menu Guide
Custom Settings
Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu
Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu
Technical Notes
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For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the fol-
lowing safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety
instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this sec-
tion are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all warnings before using
this Nikon product.
WARNINGS
Do not look at the sun through the viewfi nder
Viewing the sun or other strong light source through
the viewfi nder could cause permanent visual impair-
ment.
Using the viewfi nder diopter control
When operating the viewfi nder diopter control with
your eye to the viewfi nder, care should be taken not
to put your fi nger in your eye accidentally.
Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell com-
ing from the equipment or AC adapter (available
separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the
battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Con-
tinued operation could result in injury. After remov-
ing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-au-
thorized service center for inspection.
Do not disassemble
Touching the product’s internal parts could result
in injury. In the event of malfunction, the product
should be repaired only by a qualifi ed technician.
Should the product break open as the result of a
fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC
adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-autho-
rized service center for inspection.
Do not use in the presence of fl ammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of
fl ammable gas, as this could result in explosion or
fi re.
Keep out of reach of children
Failure to observe this precaution could result in in-
jury.
Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or
child
Placing the camera strap around the neck of an infant
or child could result in strangulation.
Observe proper precautions when handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled.
Observe the following precautions when handling
batteries for use in this product:
• Use only batteries approved for use in this equip-
ment.
• Do not short or disassemble the battery.
• Be sure the product is off before replacing the bat-
tery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is un-
plugged.
• Do not attempt to insert the battery upside down or
• Do not expose the battery to fl ame or to excessive
backwards.
heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to water.
• Replace the terminal cover when transporting the
battery. Do not transport or store the battery with
metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
• Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged.
To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove
the battery when no charge remains.
• When the battery is not in use, attach the terminal
cover and store in a cool, dry place.
• The battery may be hot immediately after use or
when the product has been used on battery power
for an extended period. Before removing the battery
turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool.
• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any
changes in the battery, such as discoloration or defor-
mation.
Observe proper precautions when handling the quick charger
• Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could
result in fi re or electric shock.
• Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be
removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result
in fi re.
• Do not handle the power cable or go near the char-
ger during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify, or forcibly tug or bend the
power cable. Do not place it under heavy objects or
expose it to heat or fl ame. Should the insulation be
damaged and the wires become exposed, take the
power cable to a Nikon-authorized service represen-
tative for inspection. Failure to observe this precau-
tion could result in fi re or electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug or charger with wet hands.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in elec-
tric shock.
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For Your Safety
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input and output
jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon
for the purpose to maintain compliance with product
regulations.
CD-ROMs
CD-ROMs containing software or manuals should not
be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-
ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss
or damage the equipment.
Avoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal
from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
Observe caution when using the fl ash
Do not operate the fl ash with the fl ash window
touching a person or object. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in burns or fi re.
Using the fl ash close to the subject’s eyes could cause
temporary visual impairment. Particular care should
be observed when photographing infants, when the
fl ash should be no less than one meter (39 in.) from
the subject.
Notices
• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting
from the use of this product.
• While every eff ort has been made to ensure that the in-
formation in these manuals is accurate and complete,
we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or
omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative
in your area (address provided separately).
• No part of the manuals included with this product
may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in
a retrieval system, or translated into any language in
any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written
permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifi cations
of the hardware and software described in these man-
uals at any time and without prior notice.
Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence in a residential installation. This equipment gen-
erates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to ra-
dio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-
ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for help.
D80
CAUTIONS
Modifi cations
The FCC requires the user be notifi ed that any changes
or modifi cations made to this device that are not ex-
pressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for
your equipment. Using other interface cables may ex-
ceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Notice for Customers in the State of California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product may ex-
pose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
Notices for Customers in Canada
CAUTION
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of
the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regula-
tions.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes
les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.
Notices
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Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
• This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose
of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scan-
ner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.
• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securi-
ties, government bonds, or local government bonds,
even if such copies or reproductions are stamped
“Sample.”
The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins,
or securities which are circulated in a foreign country
is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government has
been obtained, the copying or reproduction or unused
postage stamps or post cards issued by the govern-
ment is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the
government and of certifi ed documents stipulated by
law is prohibited.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or re-
productions of securities issued by private companies
(shares, bills, checks, gift certifi cates, etc.), commuter
passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum
of necessary copies are to be provided for business
use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce
passports issued by the government, licenses issued
by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and
tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative
works such as books, music, paintings, woodcuts,
prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is
governed by national and international copyright laws.
Do not use this product for the purpose of making il-
legal copies or to infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely
erase the original image data. Deleted fi les can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using
commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the
privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commer-
cial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refi ll it with images containing no private informa-
tion (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for preset white balance.
Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices.
Trademark Information
Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are
registered trademarks of Microsoft corporation. The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. The SDHC
logo is a trademark. Adobe, Acrobat, and Adobe Reader are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. PictBridge
is a trademark. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your
Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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Notices
Table of Contents
For Your Safety ................................................................ ii
Notices ..............................................................................iii
Q & A Index ....................................................................vii
Introduction
Introduction ..................................................
..................................................11
Getting to Know the Camera .................................... 2
Using Camera Menus ...................................................9
First Steps ...................................................................... 11
Attaching a Lens ......................................................................... 11
Charging and Inserting the Battery ................................ 12
Basic Setup ..................................................................................... 14
Inserting Memory Cards ........................................................ 15
Adjusting Viewfi nder Focus ................................................. 17
........................................................1818
Tutorial
Tutorial ........................................................
Mode) ...... 19
“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (
Creative Photography (Digital Vari-Programs) . 24
Basic Playback .............................................................. 26
....................................................2727
Reference
Reference ....................................................
More on Photography (All Modes)
More on Photography (All Modes) ..............
..............2828
Focus ............................................................................... 28
Autofocus ........................................................................................ 28
Focus Area Selection ................................................................ 30
Focus Lock ...................................................................................... 31
Manual Focus ................................................................................ 32
Image Quality and Size ............................................. 33
Image Quality ............................................................................... 34
Image Size ....................................................................................... 35
Choosing a Shooting Mode .................................... 36
Self-Timer Mode .......................................................................... 37
Using a Remote Control ......................................................... 38
Using the Built-in Flash ............................................. 40
ISO Sensitivity .............................................................. 43
Two-Button Reset ....................................................... 44
P, S, A, and M Modes
P, S, A, and M Modes ....................................
....................................4545
Mode P (Programmed Auto) ................................... 47
Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) .............................. 48
Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto) .......................... 49
Mode M (Manual) ....................................................... 50
Exposure ........................................................................ 52
Metering .......................................................................................... 52
Autoexposure Lock ................................................................... 53
Exposure Compensation ....................................................... 54
Flash Exposure Compensation .......................................... 55
Bracketing ....................................................................................... 56
White Balance .............................................................. 58
Fine-Tuning White Balance ................................................... 58
Choosing a Color Temperature .......................................... 59
Preset White Balance ................................................................ 59
........................................6161
More on Playback
More on Playback ........................................
Viewing Photographs on the Camera ................. 61
Photo Information ..................................................................... 62
Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback ....... 63
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ............................ 64
Protecting Photographs from Deletion ........................ 65
Deleting Individual Photographs ..................................... 65
Connecting to a TV, Computer, or Printer
Connecting to a TV, Computer, or Printer ... ...6666
Viewing Photographs on TV ................................... 66
Connecting to a Computer ..................................... 67
Before Connecting the Camera ......................................... 67
Connecting the USB Cable ................................................... 67
Printing Photographs ................................................ 69
Printing Via Direct USB Connection ................................ 69
Menu Guide
.................................................7474
Menu Guide .................................................
Playback Options: The Playback Menu ............... 74
Delete ................................................................................................ 74
Playback Folder ............................................................................ 75
Rotate Tall ........................................................................................ 75
Slide Show ...................................................................................... 75
Hide Image ..................................................................................... 78
Print Set ............................................................................................ 78
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu .............. 79
Optimize Image (P, S, A, and M Modes) ........................ 79
Image Quality (All Modes) .................................................... 81
Image Size (All Modes) ............................................................ 81
White Balance (P, S, A, and M Modes) ............................ 82
ISO Sensitivity (All Modes) .................................................... 83
Long Exp. NR (All Modes) ...................................................... 83
High ISO NR (All Modes) ........................................................ 83
Multiple Exposure (P, S, A, and M Modes) .................... 84
Custom Settings .......................................................... 86
R: Reset .............................................................................................. 86
1: Beep (All Modes) .................................................................... 86
2: AF-Area Mode (All Modes) .............................................. 87
3: Center AF Area (All Modes) ............................................. 87
4: AF-Assist (All Modes Except
) ........ 87
5: No Memory Card? (All Modes) ...................................... 88
6: Image Review (All Modes) ............................................... 88
7: ISO Auto (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) ........................ 88
8: Grid Display (All Modes) .................................................... 89
9: Viewfi nder Warning (All Modes) ................................... 89
10: EV Step (All Modes) ........................................................... 89
11: Exposure Comp. (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) .... 89
12: Center-Weighted (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) .... 90
13: Auto BKT Set (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) ........... 90
14: Auto BKT Order (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) ...... 91
15: Command Dials (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) .... 91
16: FUNC Button (All Modes) .............................................. 92
17: Illumination (All Modes) ................................................. 93
18: AE-L/AF-L (All Modes) ...................................................... 94
19: AE Lock (All Modes) ........................................................... 94
20: Focus Area (All Modes) .................................................... 94
21: AF Area Illumination (All Modes) .............................. 95
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22: Built-in Flash (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) ............ 95
23: Flash Warning (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) ......... 98
24: Flash Shutter Speed
(P, S, A, and M Modes Only) .................................................. 98
25: Auto FP (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) ....................... 98
26: Modeling Flash (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) ...... 98
27: Monitor-Off (All Modes) ................................................. 98
28: Auto Meter-Off (All Modes) .......................................... 99
29: Self-Timer (All Modes) ...................................................... 99
30: Remote On Duration (All Modes) ............................. 99
31: Exp. Delay Mode (All Modes) ...................................... 99
32: MB-D80 Batteries (All Modes) .................................. 100
Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu ..........101
CSM / Setup Menu ................................................................. 101
Format Memory Card ........................................................... 102
World Time .................................................................................. 103
LCD Brightness .......................................................................... 103
Video Mode ................................................................................. 103
Language ..................................................................................... 103
USB ................................................................................................... 104
Image Comment ..................................................................... 104
Folders ............................................................................................ 105
File No. Sequence .................................................................... 106
Mirror Lock-Up .......................................................................... 106
Dust Off Ref Photo .................................................................. 106
Battery Info .................................................................................. 107
Firmware Version ..................................................................... 108
Auto Image Rotation ............................................................. 108
Creating Retouched Copies:
The Retouch Menu ...................................................109
D-Lighting .................................................................................... 110
Red-Eye Correction ................................................................ 111
Trim .................................................................................................. 111
Monochrome ............................................................................. 112
Filter Eff ects ................................................................................. 112
Small Picture ............................................................................... 112
Image Overlay ........................................................................... 114
Technical Notes
........................................ 116116
Technical Notes ........................................
Optional Accessories ...............................................116
Lenses ............................................................................................. 117
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) ............................... 119
Other Accessories ................................................................... 122
Caring for the Camera .............................................124
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions ........ 127
Troubleshooting ........................................................129
Camera Error Messages and Displays ......................... 132
Appendix .....................................................................134
Specifi cations .............................................................142
Index ..............................................................................147
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