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Contents

Before You Begin .............................................................................................2-14

Introduction .......................................................................................................4-5

Nomenclature/Controls ....................................................................................6-14

Camera body...............................................................................................6-7

Top LCD panel ................................................................................................8

Viewfinder display...........................................................................................9

Rear LCD panel (shooting data display) .........................................................10

Rear LCD panel (menu display) .....................................................................11

Command Dials and operating buttons ...................................................12-13

Multi-selector................................................................................................14

Basic Operation ...........................................................................................15-36

1. Installing Batteries....................................................................................16-17

2. Checking Battery Power ..........................................................................18-19

3. Mounting a Lens .....................................................................................20-21

4. Loading Film and Setting Film Advance Mode .........................................22-23

5. Setting Focus Mode, AF Area Mode and Focus Area................................24-25

6. Setting Metering System and Exposure Mode..........................................26-27

7. Holding the Camera and Focusing...........................................................28-29

8. Confirming Indications in Viewfinder and Releasing the Shutter ..............30-31

9. Rewinding the Film..................................................................................32-33

Setting Language and Date/Time ...................................................................34-36

Detailed Operation .....................................................................................37-86

Lens Compatibility..........................................................................................36-42

CPU Nikkor...................................................................................................38

Non-CPU Nikkor ...........................................................................................39

Using a non-CPU Nikkor lenses.....................................................................40

Using a non-AI lenses ..............................................................................41-42

Film ...............................................................................................................43-47

Aligning frame counter and number of frame on the film/

Confirming film advance status.....................................................................43

Setting and confirming film speed ................................................................44

Selecting film advance mode ........................................................................45

Film rewinding with button operation...........................................................46

Rewinding film using the film rewind crank ..................................................47

Autofocus ......................................................................................................48-59

Selecting AF Servo...................................................................................48-49

Selecting focus area.................................................................................50-51

Selecting AF Area mode ..........................................................................52-53

Combinations of AF functions (Single Servo AF: AF-S) .............................54-55

Combinations of AF functions (Continuous Servo AF: AF-C) ....................56-57

Focus lock................................................................................................58-59

Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected ....................................60

Manual Focus......................................................................................................61

Exposure Metering System.............................................................................62-63

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode...................................................................64-71

Programmed Auto...................................................................................64-65

Before You BeginBasic Operation

Detailed Operation

Menu Guide

Flash Photography

Miscellaneous

Shutter-Priority Auto................................................................................66-67

Aperture-Priority Auto .............................................................................68-69

Manual....................................................................................................70-71

Auto Exposure Lock .......................................................................................72-73

Exposure Compensation......................................................................................74

Auto Exposure Bracketing ..............................................................................75-79

Long Time Exposure............................................................................................80

Diopter Adjustment/LCD Illuminator....................................................................81

Self-Timer Operation ...........................................................................................82

Depth-of-Field Preview/Film Plane Indicator .........................................................83

Mirror Up Photography .......................................................................................84

Changing Focusing Screens.................................................................................85

Self-Diagnostic Shutter System ............................................................................86

Menu Guide ...............................................................................................87-148

Operation in Menu (all menus).......................................................................88-89

Custom Setting Menu..................................................................................90-110

Setup Menu...............................................................................................111-124

Recording Shooting Data.....................................................................112-124

Shooting Menu..........................................................................................125-143

Imprinting Shooting Data ....................................................................126-137

Multiple Exposure................................................................................138-139

Interval Timer Photography..................................................................140-143

Non-CPU lens.............................................................................................144-146

Two-Button Reset..............................................................................................147

Recorded/imprinted exposure compensation/flash exposure

compensation value....................................................................................148

Flash Photography ..................................................................................149-163

Creative Lighting System............................................................................150-153

Non-CLS supporting Speedlight.........................................................................154

Non-TTL fash modes .........................................................................................155

Accessory shoe..................................................................................................156

Sync terminal ....................................................................................................156

Ready-light........................................................................................................156

Flash sync mode.........................................................................................157-158

Usable optional Speedlights .......................................................................159-161

Using Speedlight........................................................................................162-163

About Depth of Field.........................................................................................164

Miscellaneous ..........................................................................................165-191

Optional Accessories ..................................................................................166-171

Camera Care..............................................................................................172-173

Notes on Batteries.............................................................................................174

Troubleshooting .........................................................................................176-180

Specifications.............................................................................................181-187

Index..........................................................................................................188-191

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon F6.

Get to know your F6 camera, and be sure to read this manual

thoroughly before using it. We recommend that you keep this

manual handy.

Main features of the F6:

• Nikon’s exclusive new 11-area autofocus sensor (Multi-CAM2000)

system, including 9 cross-type sensors, achieves superior

performance in continuous high-speed shooting and enables sharp

focus even on erratically moving subjects.

• Exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering with a 1,005-pixel RGB sensor

provides a correct exposure in diverse shooting situations.

• Various settings feature a menu list displayed on the large-sized

LCD panel on camera back, Custom Settings feature customized

combinations of various functions/modes, and two Command Dials

and a multi-selector provide access to more versatile functions.

• Various accessory systems including interchangeable lenses. When

used with an optional Nikon Speedlight that features the Creative

Lighting System (CLS), new levels of flash performance, including

i-TTL, Auto FP High-Speed Sync and Advanced Wireless Lighting,

can be achieved.

• Shooting data such as shutter speed, aperture or lens’ focal length

can be stored in the camera and saved on a CompactFlash™ (CF)

memory card (with the optional Data Reader MV-1).

Supplied accessories

Body cap ( 21) Two 3V lithium

batteries ( 16)

Strap*

Attaching strap

* Strap is not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada.

Before You Begin

•Take test shots

Before taking pictures on important occasions (for example, at wedding or

before taking the camera with you on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that

the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for

damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

•Have Nikon spot-check your camera regularly

Nikon recommends that you have your camera serviced by an authorized

dealer or service center at least once every two years.

•Using your camera correctly

Nikon F6 performance has been optimized for use with Nikon brand

accessories. Accessories made by other manufacturers may not meet

Nikon’s criteria for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could

damage F6 components. Nikon cannot guarantee the performance of the

F6 when it is used with anything other than Nikon brand accessories.

Marks used in this manual

This icon indicates cautions, information that should be read before use to

prevent damage to the camera.

This icon indicates notes, information that should be read before using the

camera.

This icon indicates tips, additional information that may be helpful when using

the camera.

This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual.

CSM 00: This icon indicates settings that can be fine-tuned from the Custom Settings

menu.

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s Life-Long Learning commitment to ongoing product support and education,

continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:

• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

• For users in Europe: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support

• For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to

frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on photography. Additional information

may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for contact

information:

http://nikonimaging.com/

Nomenclature/Controls

•Camera body

Before You Begin

1Metering system selector

lock release ........................x26, 62

2Diopter adjustment knob..........x81

3Metering system selector....x26, 62

4Top LCD panel............................x8

5Exposure mode button..x26, 64-71

6Camera strap eyelet

7Exposure compensation button

................................................x74

8Shutter release button..............x18

9Power switch......................x26, 19

!p Sub-Command Dial .............x12-13

!q Depth-of-field preview button ..x83

!w Film rewind crank.....................x47

!e Film rewind knob .........x22, 32, 47

!r Self-timer indicator LED ............x82

!t Film advance mode selector lock

release ...................x22, 45, 82, 84

!y Sync terminal..........................x156

!u 10-pin terminal.......................x171

!i Terminal cap

!o Lens release button ..................x20

@p Focus mode selector...........x48, 61

@q Function button .....x108, 146, 152

@w Tripod socket..........................x187

@e Battery holder release knob ......x16

@r Accessory shoe.......................x156

@t Eyepiece shutter lever.........x81, 82

@y Film advance mode selector

....................................x22, 45, 84

@u Auto Exposure Bracketing button

................................................x75

Film rewind (R2) button............x46

@i Command lock button .......x67, 69

@o Film confirmation window........x23

#p Rear LCD panel.........................x10

#q MENU button.............x11, 88, 147

#w Film speed (ISO) button ............x44

#e Eyepiece DK-17 ........................x81

#r AE/AF-L (Auto Exposure/Autofocus

lock) button .................x58, 72, 99

#t AF start button...................x49, 95

#y Main-Command Dial ...........x12-13

#u Multi-selector ...........................x14

#i Multi-selector lock lever

....................................x24, 51, 88

#o AF Area mode selector .x24, 50, 52

$p Film rewind (R1) button cover

................................................x46

$q Film rewind (R1) button............x46

$w INFO button ...........x122, 145, 147

$e Flash sync mode button..........x157

Nomenclature/Controls—continued

•Top LCD panel

1Shutter speed lock....................x67

2Shutter speed...............x66, 70, 80

3Aperture stop .....................x21, 40

4Aperture lock ...........................x69

5Aperture.............................x68, 70

6Sync speed .............................x104

7Exposure mode .............x26, 64-71

8Auto Exposure Bracketing.........x75

9Flexible program.......................x64

!p Exposure compensation............x74

!q Battery power...........................x19

!w Exposure compensation value...x74

!e Electronic analog exposure display

................................................x71

Exposure compensation value

................................................x74

Auto Exposure Bracketing status

................................................x75

!r Frame counter ..........................x22

4 5321

9 10 11 12 13 14

Before You Begin

•Viewfinder display

112mm-dia. reference circle for

Center-Weighted Metering area

................................................x63

2Focus area (focus brackets).......x50

Spot Metering area...................x63

3Electronic analog exposure display

................................................x71

Exposure compensation value...x74

Auto Exposure Bracketing status

................................................x75

4Exposure compensation............x74

5Auto Exposure Bracketing.........x75

6Auto Exposure Lock..................x72

7Shutter speed lock....................x67

8Aperture lock ...........................x69

9Focus indicators..................x28, 29

!p Metering system.................x26, 62

!q FV lock ...................................x152

!w Exposure mode .............x26, 64-71

!e Sync speed .............................x104

!r Shutter speed...............x66, 70, 80

!t Aperture stop .....................x21, 40

!y Aperture.............................x68, 70

!u Multiple exposure...................x138

!i Battery power...........................x19

!o Frame counter ..........................x22

Exposure compensation value...x74

@p Flash ready-light .....................x156

6 7 8

9 10 11 12 14 1715 16 18

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Nomenclature/Controls—continued

•Rear LCD panel (shooting data displays)

• At the default setting, shooting data is displayed in normal mode. It can be changed

to detailed or large display by selecting “Detailed” or “Large” in Custom Setting “d7:

Rear panel info” (x103).

1312

Normal display

15 2

1312 4

Detailed display

1410

818 9

Large display

1ISO...................................................x44

2Film speed........................................x44

3DX ...................................................x23

4EV steps in Auto Exposure Bracketing

........................................................x75

5Auto Exposure Bracketing ................x75

6Flash sync mode.............................x157

7Auto Exposure Bracketing status ......x75

8Multiple exposures .........................x138

9Number of shots in multiple exposure

......................................................x138

!p Data imprint...........................x128, 133

!q Custom Setting ................................x91

!w Focus area........................................x50

!e AF servo mode.................................x48

!r Lens number ..................................x145

!t Shutter speed ......................x66, 70, 80

!y Aperture ....................................x68, 70

!u Exposure compensation....................x74

!i Exposure compensation value ..........x74

Before You Begin

•Rear LCD panel (menu displays)

• Custom Setting menu (x90)

• Setup menu (x111)

• Shooting menu (x125)

• Non-CPU lens (x144)

• Language (x34)

• Press the MENU button (if shooting data is displayed) to display the MENU. The

shooting data is displayed by pressing the MENU button again.

• Five types of menu—Custom Setting, Setup, Shooting, Non-CPU lens and

Language—are available with the F6.

Nomenclature/Controls—continued

•Command Dials and operating buttons

• The F6’s Main- and Sub-Command Dials can be used alone or in combination with

other buttons to select and set various functions and modes.

•Film

• Setting ISO film speed (x44)

•Exposure

• Selecting exposure mode (x26, 64-71)

• Performing Flexible Program in Programmed Auto

exposure mode (x64)

• Setting the shutter speed in Shutter-Priority Auto or

Manual exposure mode*1(x66, 70)

• Setting the aperture in Aperture-Priority Auto or

Manual exposure mode*1(x68, 70)

Sub-Command Dial

Main-Command Dial

Before You Begin

• Locking/unlocking shutter speed* 1(x67, 70)

• Locking/unlocking aperture*1(x69, 70)

• Setting exposure compensation value* 2( 74)x

• Setting the number of shots in Auto Exposure

Bracketing*3( 75)x

• Setting an EV compensation value in Auto

Exposure Bracketing*3( 75)x

•Flash

• Selecting flash sync mode (x157)

*1 CSM f4: The shutter speed can be set to change with the Sub-Command

Dial and the aperture with the Main-Command Dial (x109).

*2 CSM b3: Exposure compensation can be set to be activated with the Main-

or Sub-Command Dial without having to press the exposure compensation

button (x97).

*3 CSM e8: Auto Exposure Bracketing can be set to turn on/off with the Main-

Command Dial, while the Sub-Command Dial can be used to select the

number of shots and EV compensation value (x106).

Nomenclature/Controls—continued

•Multi-selector

• Use the multi-selector to select focus area (x50), operate

menu (x88), or display shooting data (x122).

• When “Activate meter” is selected in Custom Setting “f2:

Multi selector”, exposure meter can be activated with the

multi-selector (when exposure meter is off) (x107). (Or,

by selecting “Initiate AF”, Autofocus can be activated.)

•Focus area selection

P(Top) : Select top focus area or focus area group*1

{(Bottom) : Select bottom focus area or focus area group* 1

>(Right) : Select right focus area or focus area group*1

<(Left) : Select left focus area or focus area group* 1

U(Center) : Select center focus area or focus area group*2

•Menu operation

P(Top) : Select option item or set option such as a number* 3

{(Bottom) : Select option item or set option such as a number* 3

>(Right) : Set selection or go to next page*3

<(Left) : Cancel selection or go back one page*3

U(Center) : Set or go to next page*3

•Shooting data display

P(Top) : Display film number or frame data

{(Bottom) : Display film number or frame data

>(Right) : Set film number or go back to film number selection display

<(Left) : Go back to shooting data display or film number selection display

*1 CSM a6: Focus area position can be set to change continuously in the same

horizontal or vertical direction. With this option, the focus area can be

switched to the opposite position without pressing the opposite position

on the multi-selector (x96).

*2 CSM f1: Your selected focus area can be set to be highlighted when the

center of the multi-selector is pressed. Also, any operation can be canceled

when the center of the multi-selector is pressed (x107).

*3 CSM f4: You can also activate menu operation with the Command Dials

(x110).

Basic Operation

Lens attached G/D-type AF Nikkor x20

Film speed sx23

Film advance mode (Single frame)S x22

Focus mode (Single Servo AF)S x24

AF area mode g(Single Area AF) x24

Exposure metering ”(3D Color Matrix Metering) x26

Exposure mode ¡(Programmed Auto) x26

Custom Setting Initial (default) settings x90

Shooting modes/functions explained in this section are

as follows:

1. Installing Batteries

Use two 3V lithium batteries.

1Turn the power switch off, then turn the

battery holder (MS-41) release knob toward

the ◊icon to release the lock.

• When replacing batteries, be sure to turn the

power switch off and replace both batteries at

the same time. Always use fresh batteries of

the same brand and type.

2Remove the battery holder and insert two

3V lithium batteries with the “+” and “–”

ends positioned as marked on the battery

holder.

• Incorrect positioning of the batteries’ + and –

poles may damage the camera.

3Return battery holder to the battery

chamber and turn the battery holder release

knob away from the icon to lock the◊

holder.

Basic Operation

Note on storing batteries

Keep the batteries out of children’s reach. If swallowed, contact a doctor

immediately. (For “Notes on Batteries”, x174.)

Backup battery

The F6 is equipped with a built-in backup battery for the camera’s clock. This charges

in approximately 48 hours when 3 V lithium or the optional Multi Power Battery Pack

MB-40 (x166) is supplying power to the F6. When the built-in battery is fully

charged, it is able to supply the F6’s built-in clock with power for approx. 4 months.

When camera’s built-in clock has been reset

When power is not supplied for a long time or when batteries are

installed for the first time and power is turned on, “CLOCK HAS

BEEN RESET. Set time and date.” may be displayed in the rear LCD

panel (the display returns to normal when any of the F6’s buttons

or Command Dial are used). In this case, set the date and time

(x35).

• The camera functions normally without setting the date and time but shooting data

cannot be recorded (date and time) ( 112) or imprinted (day/hour/minute, datex

and time) (x126) correctly and interval timer ( 140) cannot be executedx

correctly.

• If the camera power switch is turned on after the clock data has been lost, date

and time start from 2004, January 1st, 0 hour 0 minute. If date and time are left

unset, the clock data will be lost every time the power switch is turned off.

For number of film rolls that can be shot with fresh batteries, see page

185.

Power source other than 3V lithium batteries

Eight AA-type batteries or optional Rechargeable Li-ion Batteries EN-EL4 (with

optional Battery Chamber Cover BL-3) can be used to power the F6 with an optional

Multi Power Battery Pack MB-40 ( 166) attached.x

We recommend that you take spare batteries with you, especially when

traveling.

2. Checking Battery Power

Battery power can be checked in the top LCD panel and viewfinder.

• Some indicators in the top and rear LCD panels and

all indicators in the viewfinder turn off after approx.

8 sec. if the power switch is turned on and no

operation is performed (exposure meter off). To

reactivate the indicators (exposure meter on), lightly

press the shutter release button.

• “F6 Nikon” is displayed in the rear LCD panel when

exposure meter is off under following conditions:

- Film speed: s

- AF area mode: g (Single Area AF)

- Focus area: center

- Exposure mode: (Programmed Auto)¡

- Exposure compensation: 00 (no compensation)

- Auto Exposure Bracketing: no setting

- Data imprint: no setting (all off)

- Flash sync mode: Front-Curtain Sync

1Turn the power switch on and confirm

battery power with the N indication.

• If N appears, battery power is sufficient. If

any other indication appears, see table on the

next page.

• When the power switch is turned on, exposure

meter turns on.

Top LCD panel

Viewfinder

• Shutter release button operation and exposure meter

CSM c4: It is possible to change the duration before automatic meter switch-off

occurs (x 100).

Basic Operation

Battery status

Sufficient battery power.

Battery power has begun to decline.

Batteries are nearing exhaustion. Have a fresh

set ready.

Batteries are exhausted. Replace batteries.

(Shutter locks and rear LCD panel turns off.)

Viewfinder

Top LCD panel (Camera’s meter on)

(appears) (appears)

(blinks) (blinks)

Indications and battery status

Battery indications and corresponding battery power status are as follows:

• Battery life depends on the battery brand and temperatures. Low battery power

indication Mappears or blinks relatively soon at low temperatures. However,

battery power may recover and the indication returns to when the˜ Nor

temperature returns to normal.

Indications when the camera power is off

When the power switch is turned off (with batteries

installed), only the frame counter is displayed in the top

LCD panel.

For setting language and date, see pages 34 and 35.

• Set language ( 34) for rear LCD panel displays. In addition to English, German,x

Spanish, French, Chinese (simplified) and Japanese are available.

• Set date and time ( 35) for recording/imprinting shooting data ( 112/126) orx x

Interval Timer photography (x140).

3. Mounting a Lens

Nikon recommends using a G- or D-type CPU lens to take full

advantage of the features the camera offers.

1Turn the power switch off.

• Turn the power switch off before mounting or

detaching lenses.

2Mount the lens to the camera body.

• Position lens in the camera’s bayonet mount so

that the mounting indexes on the lens and

camera body are aligned, then twist the lens

counterclockwise until it locks into place.

• Be sure not to touch the lens release button.

3Lock aperture at the minimum setting.

• With a CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type, set

the lens to its minimum aperture (smallest

f/stop) and lock. When a CPU Nikkor lens other

than G-type is not set to its smallest aperture

setting and the power switch is turned on, ƒEE

will blink in the top LCD panel and viewfinder

and the shutter cannot be released.

• G-type Nikkor lenses have no aperture ring.

Unlike other CPU Nikkor lenses, aperture does

not need to be set to minimum.

• Turn the power switch off, push and hold the lens

release button , then turn the lens clockwise Å Í.

CPU Nikkor lenses have

CPU contacts

D-type Nikkor lensG-type Nikkor lens

•Detaching the lens

Basic Operation

Attaching/detaching the lens

• Make sure to turn the power switch off before attaching/detaching the lens.

• Avoid direct sunlight when attaching/detaching the lens.

When camera is left unattended without a lens

If you leave the camera unattended without a lens attached, be sure to attach the

supplied body cap ( 4), or optional body cap BF-1A. (BF-1 body cap cannot bex

used.)

For details on lens compatibility, see page 38.

Non-CPU Nikkor lens

With a non-CPU Nikkor lens attached, the aperture indication shows the number of

EV steps from the maximum aperture (e.g. ∂2: two steps from the maximum

aperture). However, by specifying the focal length and maximum aperture using

”specifying lens data“ (x144), functions available with a CPU lens, such as

aperture indication or Color Matrix Metering, can be used. Non-AI lenses cannot be

attached without modification; see page 41 before attaching a non-AI lens.

4. Loading Film and Setting Film Advance Mode

Turn the power switch on and lift the film

rewind knob. The camera back will pop

open.

2Insert film and pull film leader out as far as

the red index mark.

• Film cartridge can be loaded smoothly if

inserted from the top.

• Make sure to insert the film cartridge all the

way in.

• Make sure to align the film leader to the red

index mark; if the film leader is not properly

aligned to the index mark (short of or beyond

the mark), film may not load properly.

• Hold the film cartridge down to ensure that the

film is properly positioned with no slack.

3Press the film rewind knob down to its

original position and gently close camera

back until it locks. Film automatically

advances to the first frame.

• When 1 appears on the top LCD panel, the film

has advanced to the first frame.

• If Err and E blink in the top LCD panel and

viewfinder, and “FILM LOAD ERROR” is

displayed in the rear LCD panel, the film is not

properly installed. Open the camera back again

and reload film.

4Set the film advance mode selector to S

(single-frame shooting) while pressing the

film advance mode selector lock release.

Basic Operation

Loading/removing film

• When loading film for the first time, remove the shutter

curtain’s protective cover .

• Shutter curtains are very thin. Do not touch the shutter

curtains with your finger or the film leader.

• Avoid direct sunlight when changing film.

Film slack

Do not turn the film rewind crank to reduce film slack, because the tip of the film

may come off and film will not advance properly. It could also damage the shutter

curtain.

DX-coded film

When the camera’s film speed is set to s and

DX-coded film is loaded, film speed will be set

automatically (ISO 25-5000). When a non-DX-

coded film is loaded with the camera film

speed set to blinks in the top LCDs, Err

panel and viewfinder and “DX ERR” is

displayed in the rear LCD panel, and the shutter

locks. In this case, set film speed manually (x44).

You can check the number of available exposures on the film roll through

the film cartridge confirmation window.

Film rewind knob

No lock is available for the film rewind knob on this camera. Make sure you do not

accidentally open the camera back.

For details on film advance mode, see page 45.

CSM d1: Camera can be set to advance the film automatically to the first

frame by pressing the shutter release button (x101).

ISO

(film speed)

DX mark

5. Set Focus Mode, AF Area Mode and Focus Area

3Rotate the multi-selector lock lever to

release the lock and select the center focus

area with the multi-selector.

• Lightly press the shutter release button and

press the multi-selector up/down/right/left to

shift the focus area in your desired direction.

(Press the center of the multi-selector to select

center focus area.)

• The selected focus area will be highlighted in

the rear LCD panel (in normal and detailed

display) and indicated in red in the viewfinder.

Set the focus mode selector to S (Single

Servo AF).

• Make sure the focus mode selector clicks

properly into position.

2Set the AF Area mode selector to g.

•In Single Area AF mode, you can select your

desired focus area from 11 possible choices

( 52).x

In normal display

Focus mode set to S or C

Do not attempt to rotate the lens focus ring manually while the focus mode is set to

S or C, unless the lens is an AF-S or AF-I type AF Nikkor and is set to M/A mode.

For situations where autofocus may not work as expected, see page 60.

Characteristics of AF Area modes

Basic Operation

AF Area mode

gSingle Area AF Mode

hDynamic AF Mode

fGroup Dynamic AF

Mode

Dynamic AF Mode

jwith Closest-Subject

Priority

Characteristic

Focus is obtained at your selected focus area out

of 11 possible choices.

You designate the primary sensor (the first to

detect the subject), then if the detected subject

moves, Dynamic AF automatically shifts to the

next sensor that detects the subject, following it

by shifting among a progression of sensors as

the subject moves.

A group of neighboring focus areas at the

center, top, bottom, left and right areas of the

frame can be selected. Group Dynamic AF Mode

automatically maintains a focus on the subject

located closest to one of the focus areas within a

group.

Automatically selects one of 11 focus areas in

which the closest subject is located. If the subject

moves from the selected focus area, the camera

will automatically focus on the subject using data

from the other focus areas.

For details regarding focus mode, focus area and AF Area mode, see

pages 48-61.

6. Setting Metering System and Exposure Mode

Set metering system to (3D Color Matrix Metering) and exposure”

mode to (Programmed Auto).¡

1Set the metering system selector to ”

(Matrix Metering) while pressing the

metering system selector lock release.

• The Matrix Metering indication q appears in

the viewfinder.

• Exposure data from the 1,005-pixel RGB sensor,

as well as scene brightness, contrast, subject

distance (Distance Information) and the scene’s

colors are accounted for in order to provide an

accurate exposure in 3D Color Matrix Metering

(x62).

2Rotate the Main-Command Dial while

pressing the exposure mode button to set

the exposure mode to ¡ (Programmed

Auto).

• When the shutter release button is lightly

pressed, the correct shutter speed and

aperture—as automatically determined by the

camera—appear in the top and rear (in large

and detailed display) LCD panel and viewfinder.

Basic Operation

Symbol Exposure mode

¡Programmed

Auto P. 64

™Shutter-Priority

Auto P. 66

£Aperture-Priority

Auto P. 68

¢Manual P. 70

Shooting situations

Camera controls shutter speed and aperture

automatically, while allowing you to make other

settings, such as Flexible Program ( 64) orx

exposure compensation (x74).

You set your desired shutter speed, and the camera

selects the correct aperture. Allows you to “freeze”

the motion of a moving subject using a fast shutter

speed or blur the subject using a slower speed.

You set the desired aperture, and the camera

selects the correct shutter speed. This lets you

determine the depth of the in-focus area (x164),

so you can choose whether near or distant subjects

are in sharp focus, or whether foreground or

background should be blurred.

Shutter speed and aperture are set manually. Long

Time Exposure (Bulb) can also be selected.

Characteristics of exposure modes

Metering Systems

Since brightness and film sensitivity determine the proper combination of shutter

speed and aperture for correct exposure, measuring subject brightness is very

important.

The F6 provides three metering systems. With Matrix Metering (x62), brightness

data is detected using the 1,005-pixel Matrix sensor. With Center-Weighted Metering

(x63), brightness is detected in the central area of the viewfinder. With Spot

Metering (x63), sensitivity is concentrated in one of the 11 available focus areas.

Exposure

Light from the subject passes through the lens and exposes the film. Shutter speed

and aperture control how much light reaches the film. The correct combination of

shutter speed and aperture results in a correct exposure—a result provided by the

F6’s four exposure modes: Programmed Auto, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority

Auto and Manual.

7. Holding the Camera and Focusing

Lightly pressing the shutter release button automatically focuses the

camera on the subject.

1Hold the camera properly.

• Keep your elbow propped against your body

for support.

• Stand with one foot a half step forward

keeping your upper body as still as possible.

• Use your right hand to grasp the camera

handgrip and your left hand to cradle the lens.

2Compose your shot.

• Center the focus brackets on your subject and

lightly press the shutter release button.

• Lightly pressing the shutter release button

automatically focuses the camera on the

subject (focus brackets flicker momentarily) and

when the subject is in focus, / appears in the

viewfinder.

Basic Operation

Camera shake

Camera shake is likely to occur when the camera is not held steadily and/or when

using a slow shutter speed. In general, you should set the shutter speed faster than

‘1/focal length of your lens sec. (Example: when using a 50mm lens, set the shutter

speed faster than 1/50 sec.) Use of a tripod or VR lens is recommended for shooting

at slower shutter speeds.

Composing frame

The F6’s viewfinder frame shows approximately 100% of the image actually exposed

on the film frame. Please be aware that most processing labs partially crop the edges

of film.

Focus indications

• Focus indicators appear or blink as follows:

/ appears: Subject is in focus.

< appears: Camera is focused on an area between the camera and the

subject.

> appears: Camera is focused on an area behind the subject.

? blinks: Unable to focus using autofocus.

Diopter adjustment (x81) enables you to see more clearly through the

viewfinder.

To take a picture of a subject outside the focus area use focus lock

(x58).

In situations where autofocus may not work as expected, x60.

Multi Power Battery Pack MB-40

Multi Power Battery Pack MB-40 (optional, x166) features a shutter release button

for shooting in vertical position.

CSM a4: Autofocus detection can be set to start by pressing the AF start

button (rather than lightly pressing the shutter release button) (x95).

8. Confirming Indications in Viewfinder and Releasing the Shutter

Confirm that / (in-focus indicator) appears in the viewfinder, then

slowly, fully depress the shutter release button.

1Confirm indications in the viewfinder while

lightly pressing the shutter release button.

• Shutter speed and aperture are shown in 1/3

EV steps.

• If any warning indications appear in the LCD

panel or viewfinder, see page 65.

2Confirm that focus indicator appears and/

slowly depress the shutter release button.

• After the shutter is released, the film

automatically advances to the next frame and

the next shot can be taken.

Basic Operation

For self-timer operation, x82.

For remote control operation, x171.

Focus Tracking

When the focus mode selector is set to Single Servo AF (S) (x48) or Continuous

Servo AF (C) (x48) and the shutter release button is lightly pressed or the AF Start

button ( 49) is continuously pressed, the camera will automatically switch to Focusx

Tracking when a moving subject is detected. Focus Tracking enables the camera to

analyze the speed of the moving subject based on the focus detection data. It also

obtains the correct focus by anticipating the subject’s position—then driving the lens

to that position—at the exact moment of exposure.

• In Single Servo AF, Focus Tracking is activated with a subject that has been moving

in advance to the focus detection, and focus is locked when the subject stops

moving and appears in the viewfinder./

• In Continuous Servo AF, the camera continues to track a subject (even a subject

that began moving during focus detection) and focus is not locked.

Imprinting/recording shooting data

With the F6, date, shutter speed, aperture and lens focal length can be imprinted in

the frame, between the frames or before the first frame on the film roll. (The data

that can be imprinted differs with the position on the film.) The shooting data is also

recorded in the camera‘s built-in memory. For details on data imprinting, see page

126. For details on recording data, see page 112.

CSM b1: Shutter speed and aperture can be changed to display settings in

steps of 1/2 or one EV (x97).

9. Rewinding the Film

Always make sure that the film has completely rewound before

removing the film cartridge.

1Film starts to rewind automatically after the

last shot is taken.

• o––, o–, and then o is displayed in the top

LCD panel and viewfinder while the film is

rewinding. The frame counter counts down

backwards until the rewind is complete. Also,

”Rewinding . . .“ is displayed in the rear LCD

panel.

2Confirm that is blinking in the top LCDE

panel. Then, open the camera back by lifting

the film rewind knob and remove the film

cartridge.

• Film is completely rewound when the frame

counter shows a blinking in the top LCDE

panel and viewfinder, and “REWIND

COMPLETED” is displayed in the rear LCD

panel. (E appears without blinking in the top

LCD panel, and viewfinder indication and

“REWIND COMPLETED” display in the rear LCD

panel disappear when the exposure meter is

off.) Make sure the film is completely rewound

(E is blinking or “REWIND COMPLETED” is

displayed), then open the camera back away

from sunlight and remove the film cartridge.

Basic Operation

For mid-roll rewind, x46.

To rewind film manually using the film rewind crank, x47.

Film rewind knob

No lock is available for the film rewind knob on this camera. Make sure that the knob

is down before rewinding film.

Pictures taken on frames beyond the film’s indicated number of

exposures may be discarded in the process of developing.

CSM d2: The F6 can be programmed to not automatically begin film rewind

when it reaches the end of a roll (execute film rewind by pressing the film

rewind buttons) (x101).

CSM d3: Film leader can be set to remain outside the film cartridge when it is

rewound (x101).

CSM d4: Film advance can be changed to stop at the 35th or 36th frame

(x102).

Setting Language and Date/Time

You can set the language and date/time for various settings in the menu,

imprint/record shooting data or perform Interval Timer photography.

• Setting language

2Display Language menu.

• Press P {/ on multi-selector to select “Language” and > so the available

languages are displayed.

3Select a language.

• Press P {/ to select language (English) then press > to set and return to

menu display.

Available options

Deutsch: German Français: French

English: English Chinese (simplified)

Español: Spanish Japanese

1Turn the power switch on and press the MENU button to display menu.

2Display Date in SET-UP menu.

• Press P {/ on multi-selector to

select “SET-UP” then press >so

the SET-UP menu is displayed.

• Press P {/ to select “Date” and

>so the date/time setup screen

is displayed.

3Set date and time.

Basic Operation

•Setting date/time

• Press P {/ to adjust highlighted year.

• Press >to highlight month, day, hour and minute in that order and adjust

each with P {/ .

• Press >after adjusting minute to start the clock and return to SET-UP

menu.

Internal clock

The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household clocks. Check

the clock regularly against more accurate time pieces and reset as necessary.

5Set date display order.

• Press P {/ to select desired date display order and to set.>

• The date display order in the rear LCD panel or in imprinted data (x126)

is changed according to the display order set in this section.

6Complete the procedure.

• Press <to backtrack display by display, or press MENU button to return to

the Shooting data display.

Setting Language and Date/Time—continued

4Select date display order.

• Press P {/ on multi-selector to select “Date format” then press >so the

date display screen is displayed.

Detailed Operation

This section features detailed descriptions of all camera

functions—including lens, film, focus, exposure and other

functions.

Lens Compatibility

Use of a Nikon CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor/DX-Nikkor) is

recommended with this camera. D or G-type AF lenses provide access

to all available functions.

*1 This camera is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens.

*2 IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached. DX-Nikkor lenses are designed exclusively for digital SLRs

and cannot be used with 35mm (135)-type SLRs.

*3 The camera’s exposure metering and flash control system do not work properly when shifting

and/or tilting the lens, or when using an aperture other than the maximum aperture.

*4 When lens is not shifted or tilted.

*5 Compatible with AF-S and AF-I Nikkor, except for AF-S 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED, AF-S 24-85mm

f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED, AF-S VR 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED and AF-S 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED.

Autofocus cannot be used with the AF-S TC-17E II, AF-S TC-20E II and AF-I TC-20E in

combination with the AF-S VR 200-400mm f/4G ED, AF-S 300mm f/4D ED, AF-S 500mm f/4D

II ED, AF-S 500mm f/4D ED, AF-I 500mm f/4D ED, AF-S 600mm f/4D II ED, AF-S 600mm f/4D

ED, AF-I 600mm f/4D ED.

*6 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

*7 When AF 80-200mm f/2.8, AF 35-70mm f/2.8, AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 or AF 28-85mm 3.5-

4.5 is used in a telephoto zoom position at close range, image on the clear matte field may

not coincide with the focus indication. In this case, focus manually using clear matte field.

*8 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

•CPU Nikkor

Mode Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system

Manual with

Matrix Center-

Autofocus electronic Manual ¡ ™ £ ¢

Weighted

Spot

Lens/accessories

rangefinder

3D Color Color

D-type AF Nikkor,

G-type AF Nikkor,

AF-S Nikkor *1, *2R R R R R R R R —R R

AF-I Nikkor

PC Micro 85mm f/2.8D

*3—R*4R———R R —R R

AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter

*5R*6R*6R R R R R R —R R

Non-D/G-type AF Nikkor

(except AF Nikkor for R*7R*7R RRRR —R R R

F3AF)

AI-P Nikkor —R*8R RRRR —R R R

Detailed Operation

*1 Usable by setting focal length and maximum aperture in “specifying lens data” (x144).

Accurate exposure metering cannot be obtained with some lenses even when focal length and

maximum aperture are specified. Use Center-Weighted or Spot metering in this case.

*2 Exposure is locked to the center focus area.

*3 With TC-16A attached and maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

*4 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

*5 With modification (x41).

*6 By stop-down metering. (Release shutter while pressing depth-of-field preview button.) (x83)

*7 By stop-down metering.

*8 By stop-down metering. If the aperture is slower than f/4, set “+0.5” with the “b6: Screen

comp.” in the Custom Setting (x98).

*9 With shutter speed set to 1/125 sec. or slower (exposure meter of the camera cannot be used).

*10 Some lenses cannot be attached (x40).

*11 By stop-down metering. Exposure is determined by pre-setting lens aperture. Exposure must be

determined before shifting; use AE/AF-L button before shifting.

*12 By stop-down metering. Exposure is determined by pre-setting lens aperture. Exposure must be

determined before shifting.

*13 By stop-down metering. Set to “+0.5” in the “b6: Screen comp.” in the Custom Setting (x98).

*14 With maximum aperture of f/3.5 or faster in combination with AI-S, AI or Series-E lens. However,

some lenses cannot be used (x40).

*15 Exposure compensation is necessary with some lenses. See the instruction manual of the

teleconverter for details.

*16 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

*17 By stop-down metering. Exposure is determined by stopping down aperture on the bellows.

Exposure must be determined before shooting.

•Non-CPU Nikkor

Mode Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system

Manual with

Matrix Center-

Autofocus electronic Manual ¡ ™ £ ¢

Weighted,

Spot*2

Lens/accessories

rangefinder

3D Color

Color*

AI-S or AI type Nikkor,

Series-E R*3R*4R— — R R —R R R

AI-modified Nikkor —R*4R— — R R —R R R

Non-AI-type Nikkor*5—R*4R— — R

— — R*8R*8

Medical-Nikkor —R R ———R

— — — —

120mm f/4

Reflex-Nikkor*10 — — R— — R R — — R R

PC-Nikkor*10 — — R— — R

— — R*13 R*13

Teleconverter TC-16A R*14 — — — — R R —R*15 R*15 R*15

AI-S or AI type

Teleconverters —R*16 R R— — R R —*15 R*15 R*15

Bellows Focusing

Attachment PB-6 —R*16 R— — R

— — R*13 R*13

Auto Extension Rings

(PK-11A, PK-12, —R*16 R— — R R — — R R

PK-13 and PN-11)

Lens Compatibility—continued

•Using a non-CPU Nikkor lens

Limitations of non-CPU Nikkor lenses

• Set exposure mode to £(Aperture-Priority Auto) or ¢(Manual). When other modes

are selected, the exposure indication (¡ ™or ) in the LCD panel blinks, and exposure

mode is automatically set to Aperture-Priority Auto. ( appears in the viewfinder.)£

• With AI Nikkor lens, Color Matrix Metering can be used when the focal length and

maximum aperture are set by “specifying lens data” (x144). If Matrix Metering

qis selected without specifying the lens data, however, the metering system

automatically switches to Center-Weighted w.

• With AI Nikkor lens, aperture can be displayed when the maximum aperture is set

by “specifying lens data”. If the lens data are not specified, however, the aperture

indication will show the number of EV steps from the maximum aperture (e.g. ∂2:

two steps from the maximum aperture).

• With a non-CPU lens, the aperture cannot be set using the Sub-Command Dial.

Set/confirm aperture using the lens aperture ring.

Accessories that can be attached under certain conditions

• Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-6: use Auto Extension Ring (PB-6D is required to

make horizontal/vertical change)

Double Release AR-10 (with Adapter Cord MC-25) is useful when using the PB-6.

Non-CPU lenses/accessories that cannot be attached to the F6

The following Nikkor lenses/accessories cannot be attached to the F6 (damage may

occur if attachment is attempted):

Fisheye 6mm f/5.6, Fisheye 7.5mm f/5.6, Fisheye 8mm f/8, OP 10mm f/5.6, old type

21mm f/4, old type PC 35mm f/3.5, old type Reflax 500mm f/8, old type Reflex

1000mm f/6.3, 80mm f/2.8 for F3AF, 200mm f/3.5 for F3AF, TC-16 Teleconverter for

F3AF, K2 Ring, Repro-copy Outfit PF-4

Lenses that cannot be attached to the TC-16A Teleconverter

PC-Nikkor, AI-modified Nikkor, AI Micro Nikkor 55mm f/3.5, AI Nikkor 20mm f/2.8,

35mm f/1.4, 400mm f/2.8, 400mm f/3.5, 28mm f/2 (No. 540020 or smaller), 28mm

f/2.8 (No. 500000 or smaller), 35mm f/2 (No. 931000 or smaller), 35mm f/2.8 (No.

880000 or smaller), 50mm f/1.4 (No. 398000 or smaller), 50mm f/2 (No. 364000 or

smaller)

Detailed Operation

• Using a non-AI lens

To attach a Nikon lens that does not have an AI coupling mechanism

(lenses made before 1977), the F6‘s meter coupling lever must first be

modified. Contact an authorized Nikon dealer or service center for

modification. After modification, follow the instructions for

attaching a non-AI lens.

AI lens and non-AI lens

• AI lenses have a meter coupling ridge and holes on

the meter coupling shoe (AF Nikkor lens [except for

F3AF], Series-E and Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 do not have

a meter coupling shoe).

Meter coupling

shoe

Meter coupling

ridge

Meter coupling lever

AI lens

Non-AI lens

Meter coupling

shoe

No meter

coupling ridge

Attaching non-AI lens after modifying the meter coupling lever

1Push the meter coupling lever up.

2Position lens in the camera’s bayonet mount

so that the mounting indexes on the lens

and camera body are aligned. Twist lens

counterclockwise until it locks into place.

Lens Compatibility—continued

Nikkor lenses that can be attached after camera body

modification

The following Nikkor lenses can be attached after modification of the camera’s meter

coupling lever:

• Non-AI lens

• Lenses with Focusing Unit AU-1 (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8 and

1200mm f/11)

• PC 28mm f/4 (Factory Serial No. 180900 or smaller)

• PC 35mm f/2.8 (No. 906200 or smaller)

• Reflex 1000mm f/11 (No. 142361 to 143000)

• Reflex 2000mm f/11 (No. 200111 to 200310)

• 180-600mm f/8 ED (No. 174041 to 174180)

• 360-1200mm f/11 ED (No. 174031 to 174127)

• 200-600mm f/9.5 (No. 280001 to 300490)

Detailed Operation

Film

•Aligning frame counter and number of frame on the film

The frame counter and the number of frame on the film in use can

be aligned.

•Confirming film advance status

Film advance status can be confirmed while camera back is opened.

Insert film after rotating the camera sprocket

with your finger until it stops rotating.

• You can rotate the sprocket in either direction.

• The frame counter and the number of frame on the

film may not align precisely with some films.

1Turn the power switch on and lift the film

rewind knob. The camera back will pop

open.

2Insert film and press the film rewind knob

down.

3Align the film leader to the index mark and

depress the shutter release button.

• Depress the shutter release button while

aligning the perforations on the film with the

projections on the film spool.

• Film advances another frame when the camera

back is closed. (Release the shutter when

“Press rel button” is set in Custom Setting “d1:

Film loading”, x101.)

• Note that the usable number of frames

decreases as you keep depressing the shutter

release button to confirm the film advance

status.

Film—continued

•Setting and confirming film speed

When using non-DX-coded film or when changing the film speed of

DX-coded film to increase or decrease sensitivity, follow the

instructions below.

Manually set film speed overrides the automatically selected DX-coded film

speed, enabling you to easily increase or decrease film sensitivity.

CSM d6: When film speed is set to and non-DX-coded film is loaded, s Err

blinks in the top LCD panel and viewfinder and “DX ERR” is displayed in the

rear LCD panel after film is advanced to the first frame. This warning

indication can be changed to appear when the power switch is turned on and

camera back is closed (without advancing film to the first frame) (x102).

Rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing

the film speed ISO button to set film speed for

the roll in use.

• Film speed can be set to and between ISO 6-s

6400 in 1/3 steps.

• When film speed is set to and DX-coded film iss

installed, film speed is set automatically between

ISO 25 and 5000.

• With non-DX-coded film, film speed can be set

between ISO 6-6400.

• Film speed set on the camera is displayed in the rear

LCD panel (in normal and detailed display). (Press

the ISO button to confirm film speed in the large

display.)

Detailed Operation

•Selecting film advance mode

S (single-frame shooting), C (continuous low-speed shooting), CL H

(continuous high-speed shooting), Cs (continuous silent-low-speed

shooting), V(self-timer) and M-UP (mirror up) are available for a

variety of shooting situations.

To select film advance mode, rotate the film

advance mode selector while pressing the film

advance mode selector lock release.

• The following film advance modes are available:

S: Single-frame shooting

Fully depressing the shutter release button takes one picture and automatically

advances the film by one frame.

CL: Continuous low-speed shooting

Shots are taken continuously at approx. 2 fps (approx. 4 fps with Multi Power

Battery Pack MB-40) as long as you keep the shutter release button fully

depressed.

CH: Continuous high-speed shooting

Shots are taken continuously at approx. 5.5 fps (approx. 8 fps with Multi

Power Battery Pack MB-40) as long as you keep the shutter release button fully

depressed.

Cs: Continuous silent-low-speed shooting

Shots are taken continuously at approx. 1 fps (approx. 2 fps with Multi Power

Battery Pack MB-40) as long as you keep the shutter release button fully

depressed. In this mode, film rewind also slows and produces minimal rewind

noise.

V: Self-timer

Use the self-timer when you want to be in the photograph ( 82)x.

M-UP: Mirror up

In a situation such as when you want to minimize camera shake, use mirror up

photography. Press shutter release button once to raise the mirror, and press

again to take photograph ( 84)x.

* Film advance speed is tested using the camera settings of focus mode C, exposure

mode ¢, shutter speed 1/250 sec. or faster, at normal temperature of 20°C (68°F),

with fresh 3V lithium batteries, for the first to 36th frames of a film.

When batteries are exhausted ( appears in the top LCD panel) in S, CMHor

self-timer mode, film advance speed slows down since film advance automatically

switches to start after the camera’s mirror retracts. (Normally, film advance begins

immediately when the mirror starts to retract.) In this case, battery replacement is

recommended.

Film—continued

•Film rewinding with button operation

To rewind film at mid-roll or when the Custom Setting Menu “d2:

Film rewind” (x101) is set to “Manual”, rewind the film according

to the following instructions.

When rewinding film, make sure the film rewind knob is down.

• Film cannot be rewound with the film rewind knob in up position.

If film does not start to rewind or film

rewind stops at mid-roll

• When battery power is very low, or at low

temperatures, film may not start rewinding or film

rewind may stop at mid-roll, and o–– and the frame

number will blink in the top LCD panel and viewfinder.

In this case, turn the power switch off, change batteries, then turn the power switch

on and rewind film again. Or, rewind film manually using film rewind crank (x47).

• When the power switch is turned off during film rewind, film rewind stops. In this

case, turn the power switch on and rewind film again. Or, activate film rewind

manually using the film rewind crank (x47).

CSM d3: Film can be set to not rewind all the way and leave the film leader

out (x101).

Open the R1 button cover and press the film

rewind R1 R2 „button then press the „

button.

•o–– blinks in the top LCD panel and viewfinder

during film rewind and the frame counter counts

backwards until rewind is complete. Also,

“Rewinding...” is displayed in the rear LCD panel

during film rewind.

• Film is completely rewound when the frame counter

shows a blinking Ein the top LCD panel and

viewfinder, and “REWIND COMPLETED” is displayed

in the rear LCD panel. (Eappears without blinking

in the top LCD panel, and viewfinder indication and

“REWIND COMPLETED” disappear from the rear

LCD panel when the exposure meter is off.) Open

the camera back and remove the film cartridge.

•Rewinding film using the film rewind crank

1Turn the power switch on, open the R1

button cover and press the R1 „button.

2Lift the film rewind crank and turn in the

direction of the arrow.

• Turn the film rewind crank a few times more

after the tension is gone.

• Film is completely rewound when the frame

counter shows a blinking Ein the top LCD

panel and viewfinder, and “REWIND

COMPLETED” is displayed in the rear LCD

panel. (Eappears without blinking in the top

LCD panel, and viewfinder indication and

“REWIND COMPLETED” display in the rear LCD

panel disappear when the exposure meter is

off.) Open the camera back and remove the

film cartridge.

Cautions on manual rewind

• Do not press the shutter release button until the film leader is rewound completely

back into the cartridge. Doing so could damage the shutter curtain.

Film rewind R1 button

• If you accidentally press the R1 button during shooting, press the shutter release

button. This returns the R1 button to its original position. (The shutter will not open

and film is advanced one frame without advancing the frame counter.)

Frame counter

• The frame counter counts backward when film is rewound manually but the display

may not indicate the correct frame number.

Detailed Operation

Autofocus

•Selecting AF Servo

Choose from two AF Servo modes—Single Servo AF (Focus-Priority) or

Continuous Servo AF (Release-Priority).

Set focus mode selector to S (Single Servo AF with

Focus-Priority) or (Continuous Servo AF withC

Release-Priority).

• Your selected focus mode, “AF-S” for Single Servo AF

or “AF-C” for Continuous Servo AF, is displayed in the

rear LCD panel (in normal and detailed displays).

S: Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority (AF-S)

The shutter can only be released when the in-focus

indicator /appears in the viewfinder (Focus-Priority).

Once focused on a subject, keeping the shutter

release button lightly pressed locks the focus (Focus

Lock). When tracking a moving subject, the camera

remains focused on the subject as long as the shutter

release button is kept lightly pressed (Focus Tracking,

x31) and the focus locks when the subject stops

moving.

C: Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority

(AF-C)

Since the priority is on shutter release, you can release

the shutter regardless of the focus status (Release-

Priority). Focus is not locked when /appears in the

viewfinder and the camera continues to focus on a

subject until shutter release. With a moving subject,

the camera continuously focuses on a subject as long

as you keep the shutter release button lightly pressed

(Focus Tracking, x31).

Normal display

Manual focus

Focus can be performed manually when the focus mode

selector is set to M (x61).

AF start button

Pressing the AF start button automatically activates

autofocus in autofocus operation (as does lightly pressing

the shutter release button).

Autofocus operation on lens

Autofocus operation can be activated by pressing the AF-ON button on the AF-S VR

200mm f/2G IF-ED or AF-S VR 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED lens . For details, see the

instruction manual of the lens.

CSM a4: Autofocus detection can be set to start by pressing the AF start

button (rather than lightly pressing the shutter release button) (x95).

• In this case, you can lock the focus (x58) by releasing your finger from the AF

start button after focus is achieved.

CSM c3: AF start and AE/AF-L buttons can be set to operate in the following

ways (x100):

• AF start button operates as AE/AF-L button and AE/AF-L button operates as AF start

button.

• AE/AF-L button operates as AF start button (function of AF start button remains

unchanged).

• AF start button operates as AE/AF-L button (function of AE/AF-L button remains

unchanged).

Detailed Operation

Autofocus—continued

•Selecting focus area

The F6’s 11 focus areas cover a broad range, and you can select

among them depending on the subject’s position in the frame or

your desired composition. They provide a sharp, reliable focus

without requiring that you use focus lock (x58).

1Set the AF Area mode selector to a position

other than j.

• When jis selected, multi-selector is locked

and focus area cannot be selected.

2Rotate the multi-selector lock release to

release the lock and press the multi-selector

to select a focus area.

• Select a single focus area in Single Area AF or

Dynamic AF modes, or a group of focus areas

in Group Dynamic AF Mode.

• To change the focus area(s), lightly press the

shutter release button and press the multi-

selector up/down/right/left in the appropriate

direction. (To select the center focus area[s],

press the center of the multi-selector.)

• Selected focus area(s) appear(s) momentarily in

red in the viewfinder.

• Selected focus area(s) is/are also indicated in

the rear LCD panel (in normal and detailed

display).

Display in single area AF mode

Focus area display in the rear LCD panel (in normal and detailed displays)

g: Single Area AF Mode

Selected focus area is highlighted.

h: Dynamic AF Mode

Selected focus area is highlighted.

f: Group Dynamic AF Mode

Selected focus area group is highlighted as illustration on page 53.

j: Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority

All focus areas are highlighted with “ .”(focus area is selected

automatically, x53).

The selected focus area can be locked by rotating the focus area selector

lock release to lock position.

The focus area can also be changed with the optional focusing screen

(x168).

CSM a5: In manual focus or continuous shooting, you can cancel the

highlighting of the selected focus area. Also, you can change the duration of

the red focus area display to 0.2 sec. or 1 sec. (x95).

CSM a6: The focus area position can be set to change continuously on the

same horizontal or vertical plane. This enables the focus area to be switched

to the opposite position without pressing the opposite direction on the multi-

selector (x96).

CSM f1: Selected focus area can be set to be highlighted when you press the

center of the multi-selector. Also, any operation activated by pressing the

center of the multi-selector can be canceled (x107).

Detailed Operation

Autofocus—continued

•Selecting AF Area mode

In autofocus operation, any of four AF Area modes can be selected,

depending on shooting conditions, to utilize the F6’s 11 focus areas.

Rotate AF Area mode selector to select AF Area

mode.

g:Single Area AF Mode

Focus is obtained at only one selected focus area out of 11. Useful for obtaining

precise focus of a stationary subject in a particular area.

• Selected focus area is highlighted in the rear LCD panel (in normal and

detailed displays).

h:Dynamic AF Mode

In Dynamic AF, you designate the primary sensor (the first to detect the subject).

Then, if the detected subject moves, Dynamic AF automatically shifts to the next

sensor that detects the subject, and the next, shifting among the progression of

sensors as the subject moves. Dynamic AF thereby follows and maintains

accurate focus even on subjects that move irregularly. (Viewfinder indication

does not change as sensoring shifts in Dynamic AF mode.)

• Selected focus area is highlighted in the rear LCD panel (in normal and

detailed displays).

f:Group Dynamic AF Mode

Enables you to select a group of neighboring focus areas in the center, top,

bottom, left or right areas of the frame. Group Dynamic AF Mode automatically

maintains focus on a subject located in the center (indicated as “•” in the

illustrations on next page) of the focus areas selected. This mode is useful when

you can predict the movement of the subject.

• Selected focus areas are highlighted in the rear LCD panel (in normal and

detailed displays).

• The combination of focus areas in Group Dynamic AF Mode can be changed as

follows in Custom Setting “a3: Group dynamic AF” (x94):

• Focus area pattern can be changed among six focus area groups—center 1,

center 2, top, bottom, left and right (Pattern 2 Closest, Pattern 2 Center).

• In Pattern 1 Closest and Pattern 2 Closest, Dynamic AF with Closest-Subject

Priority can be performed with focus areas within a group.

Center 1 Top Bottom Left Right

j:Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority

Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority automatically selects the focus

area nearest to the closest subject. Focus is constantly maintained within one of

the 11 focus areas so pictures are always in focus.

• In Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority, the area of the subject in focus is

highlighted momentarily in the viewfinder. If “Focus priority” is selected in

Custom Setting “a1: AF-C priority” ( 94), the area of the subject in focus isx

also highlighted even in Release-Priority,

• All focus areas are highlighted with “ .” in the rear LCD panel (in normal and

detailed displays).

• Focus may not be achieved on the closest subject when a telephoto lens is

used or when the subject is too dark. In these situations, use Single Area AF

Mode.

•Pattern 1 Center (default)

• Press the center of the multi-selector to switch between Center 1 and Center

2. However, if “Center AF area” is not selected in Custom Setting “f1: Center

button” ( 107), Center 1 and Center 2 cannot be switched.x

Detailed Operation

Center 1 Top Bottom Left Right

•Pattern 1 Closest

Center 1 Center 2 Top Bottom Left Right

•Pattern 2 Center

Center 1 Center 2 Top Bottom Left Right

•Pattern 2 Closest

Autofocus—continued

•Combinations of AF functions (Single Servo AF: AF-S)

AF Servo

AF-S

AF Area Mode

Single Area AF

Dynamic AF

Group Dynamic

Dynamic AF

Mode with

Closest-Subject

Priority

Rear LCD

panel* 1

Focus area

indication

Selected focus

area

Selected focus

area

Selected focus

area group

Focus area where

focus is achieved

Focus area

selection

Manual

(center of

selected

group* 2)

Automatic

*1 The indications in the rear LCD panel (in normal or detailed display) are examples

of when center focus area or focus area group is selected. (Focus area cannot be

selected in Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority.) Pattern of focus areas

in Group Dynamic AF is Pattern 1 Center.

*2 When “Pattern 1 Closest” or “Pattern 2 Closest” is selected in Custom Setting

“a3: Group dynamic AF” ( 94), Dynamic AF with Closest-Subject Priority can bex

performed with focus areas within a group.

Focusing operation

Focus is obtained only at the selected focus

area and focus is locked (as long as the shutter

release button is lightly pressed) once focus is

achieved.

Focus is obtained at the selected focus area

and focus is locked (as long as the shutter

release button is lightly pressed) once it is

achieved. If the subject moves from the

selected focus area before the focus locks,

camera automatically focuses on the

subject based on data from the other focus

areas.

Focus is obtained at the center focus area

within the selected group* 2. Focus is locked

once it is achieved. However, if the subject

moves from the selected focus area before

focus lock, camera automatically focuses on

the subject based on data from the other

focus areas within the selected group.

Automatically selects the focus area nearest

to the closest subject and focus locks once it

is achieved. If the subject moves from the

selected focus area before the focus locks,

the F6 automatically focuses on the subject

based on data from the other focus areas.

Suitable shooting situation

General shooting such as a

stationary subject.

General shooting including a

moving subject where you want to

expand the range of a regular

snapshot.

Snapshot where the camera’s

autofocus operation determines

the focusing, allowing you to

concentrate on the composition.

Snapshot where the camera’s

autofocus operation determines

the focusing.

CSM a2: Shutter can be set to be released regardless of the focus status

(Release-Priority) in Single Servo AF (x94).

Detailed Operation

Autofocus—continued

•Combinations of AF functions (Continuous Servo AF: AF-C)

AF Servo

AF-C

AF Area Mode

Single Area AF

Dynamic AF

Group Dynamic

Dynamic AF

Mode with

Closest-Subject

Priority

Rear LCD

panel* 1

Focus area

indication

Selected focus

area

Selected focus

area

Selected focus

area group

Not indicated

Focus area

selection

Manual

(center of

selected

group* 2)

Automatic

*1 The indications in the rear LCD panel (in normal or detailed display) are examples

of when center focus area or focus area group is selected. (Focus area cannot be

selected in Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority.) Pattern of focus areas

in Group Dynamic AF is Pattern 1 Center.

*2 When “Pattern 1 Closest” or “Pattern 2 Closest” is selected in Custom Setting

“a3: Group dynamic AF” ( 94), camera automatically selects the focus areax

nearest to the closest subject within the selected group.

Detailed Operation

Focusing operation

Focus is obtained only at the selected focus

area. Focus is not locked and focusing

continues until the shutter is released.

Focus is obtained at the selected focus area.

Focus is not locked even once achieved. If the

subject moves from the selected focus area,

the camera automatically focuses on the

subject based on data from the other focus

areas.

Focus is obtained at the center focus area

within the selected group* 2. Focus is not

locked even once achieved. If the subject

moves from the selected focus area, the

camera automatically focuses on the subject

based on data from the other focus areas

within the selected group.

Automatically selects the focus area nearest to

the closest subject. Focus is not locked even

once achieved. If the subject moves from the

selected focus area before the focus locks,

camera automatically focuses on the subject

based on data from the other focus areas.

Suitable shooting situation

Subject moving straight toward or

away from the camera—such as a

racing car or track athlete—which can

be followed by a single focus area.

Irregularly moving subject that is

difficult to follow in one focus

area.

Snapshot of a moving subject

where the camera’s autofocus

operation determines the focusing,

allowing you to concentrate on the

composition.

Snapshot of a moving subject

where the camera’s autofocus

operation determines the focusing.

CSM a1: In Continuous Servo AF, priority can be set to put more on focus.

Also, shutter can be set to be released only when focus is achieved (Focus-

Priority) (x94).

Autofocus—continued

•Focus lock

Focus lock is useful in autofocus shooting when you want to capture

a subject outside of the F6’s 11 focus areas, and in situations where

autofocus may not work as expected (x60). Focus locks performs

differently in Single Servo AF and Continuous Servo AF.

1Position the focus area on the subject and

lightly press the shutter release button.

• / appears when the subject is in focus.

2Confirm focus indicator and lock focus./

• In Single Servo AF:

• Focus remains locked as long as you keep the

shutter release button lightly pressed.

• Focus can also be locked by pressing the

AE/AF-L button.

• In Continuous Servo AF:

• Focus is locked as long as the AE/AF-L button is

kept pressed, even if you remove your finger

from the shutter release button. In Auto

Exposure mode, exposure is also locked

(x72).

Detailed Operation

Recompose while focus is locked and shoot.

• After you have locked the focus, do not

change the camera-to-subject distance.

• If you keep the shutter release button lightly

pressed after releasing the shutter in Single

Servo AF, the shutter can be released

repeatedly with the same focusing. Similarly, if

you keep the AE/AF-L button pressed after

releasing the shutter, the shutter can be

released repeatedly with the same focusing.

• If the subject moves after the focus is locked (if

the camera-to-subject distance has changed),

remove your finger from the shutter release

button or AE/AF-L button to release the lock,

then refocus and lock the focus again.

CSM c2: The AE/AF-L button can be set to lock only the focus (x99).

CSM c3: AF start and AE/AF-L buttons can be set to operate as follows

(x100):

• AF start button operates as AE/AF-L button and AE/AF-L button operates as AF start

button.

• AE/AF-L button operates as AF start button (function of AF start button remains

unchanged).

• AF start button operates as AE/AF-L button (function of AE/AF-L button remains

unchanged).

Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected

Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below.

If you cannot achieve your desired focus using autofocus, use manual

focus ( 58) to focus on another subject atx 61) or use focus lock (x

the same distance, then recompose the picture.

There is little or no contrast between the subject and the

background.

Example: Subject is the same color as the background.

The focus area contains objects at different distances from

the camera.

Example: Subject is inside a cage.

The subject is dominated by regular geometric patterns.

Example: A row of windows in a skyscraper.

The focus zone contains areas of extreme contrast.

Example: Subject is half in the shade.

The subject appears smaller than the focus area.

Example: Focus area contains both a foreground subject and

distant buildings.

The subject contains many detailed elements.

Example: A field of flowers or other subjects that are small or lack

variation in brightness.

AF-Assist Illuminators

If the subject is dark, a Speedlight with AF-Assist Illuminator can be used to assist the

autofocus (x153, 161).

Detailed Operation

Manual Focus

Focus can be set manually when the focus mode selector is set to M.

Set the focus mode selector to M. Look through

the viewfinder and rotate the lens focusing ring

until a sharp image appears on the clear matte

field in the viewfinder.

• The shutter can be released whether or not /

appears in the viewfinder.

Use Manual focus in situations where autofocus may

not work as expected ( 60) or a lens other thanx

an AF Nikkor (x38) is attached.

• Optional focusing screens type J, A or L (x168)

can assist you in obtaining a quick focus.

Manual focus using Electronic Rangefinder

Set the focus mode selector to M. The focus can

be confirmed with indication in the/

viewfinder. The Electronic Rangefinder works

with most Nikkor lenses (including AF Nikkors

when operated manually) having a maximum

aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

• Lightly press the shutter release button and while

the meter remains on, rotate the lens focusing ring

until / appears in the viewfinder. The shutter can

be released anytime.

• Electronic Rangefinder can be activated with any of

11 focus brackets selected as the focus area (x

50).

• If < appears in the viewfinder, the focus region is in

front of the subject. If > appears in the viewfinder,

focus region is behind the subject. In either case,

rotate the lens focusing ring until / appears.

CSM a8: If the attached AF-S/AF-I lens supports autofocus with manual

priority (M/A), you can choose to allow autofocus operation in Manual focus

(x96).

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode

• ¡: Programmed Auto

The camera automatically controls exposure based on an exposure

combination in the program chart that provides a correct exposure

for any shooting situation. For more complex shooting, use Flexible

Program, exposure compensation ( 74) or exposure bracketing (x x

75).

• Programmed Auto can only be selected when using a CPU lens.

2Compose picture, focus and shoot.

1Rotate the Main-Command Dial while

pressing the exposure mode MODE button

to select ¡.

Flexible Program

In Programmed Auto, by rotating the Main-Command

Dial you can change the combination of shutter speed

and aperture while maintaining correct exposure. With

this function, shooting in Programmed Auto is virtually

the same as shooting in Shutter-Priority Auto or

Aperture-Priority Auto. *appears in the top LCD panel

when the Flexible Program is used. To cancel the

Flexible Program, rotate the Main-Command Dial until

*disappears, change the exposure mode, turn the

power switch off, change the setting in Custom

Setting “b1: EV step” (x97), or perform Two-Button

Reset (x147).

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode—continued

• ™: Shutter-Priority Auto

Enables you to manually set your desired shutter speed (30-1/8000

sec., X); the camera automatically selects the proper aperture to

provide correct exposure. With high shutter speeds, you can freeze

the motion of a fast-moving subject; with slower speeds, you can

create a blurry, motion effect.

• Shutter-Priority Auto can only be selected with a CPU lens.

2Set the shutter speed (30-1/8000 sec., X) by

rotating the Main-Command Dial.

1While pressing the exposure mode MODE

button, rotate the Main-Command Dial to

select ™.

3Compose picture, focus and shoot.

Changing from Manual to Shutter-Priority Auto

If you select a shutter speed of buLb in Manual exposure mode and then select

Shutter-Priority Auto without changing the shutter speed, the buLb indicator in the

shutter speed display will blink and the shutter cannot be released. Rotate the main

command dial to select a different shutter speed before shooting.

Detailed Operation

Locking shutter speed

To lock the shutter speed set in step 2, rotate the

Main-Command Dial while pressing the shutter

speed/aperture lock button so shutter speed lock

indication ¬appears in the top LCD panel and

viewfinder. The shutter speed display is reversed in

the rear LCD panel (in detailed and large displays).

To release the lock, rotate the Main-Command Dial

while pressing the shutter speed/aperture lock

button so shutter speed lock indication ¬

disappears in the LCD panel and viewfinder.

When a CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type is not set to its minimum aperture

setting, ƒEE blinks in the top LCD panel and viewfinder and the shutter locks.

When a non-CPU lens is attached, exposure mode automatically switches to

Aperture-Priority Auto. ™blinks in the top LCD panel and appears in the£

viewfinder. When the maximum aperture is specified in “Non-CPU lens data” (x

144), the aperture value is displayed in the top LCD panel, rear LCD panel (in

detailed or large display) and viewfinder. In this case, aperture can be set to an

intermediate value with the aperture ring but the display only shows changes in

one EV steps. When the maximum aperture is not specified, aperture display

shows the EV step difference from the maximum aperture (i.e., ∂2: two steps

from maximum aperture); set/confirm aperture with the lens aperture ring.

When the subject is too dark or too bright, one of the following warning

indications will appear in the top and rear LCD panels (detailed and large

displays) or viewfinder (electronic analog exposure display will also indicate the

amount of under- or overexposure):

•H1: Select higher shutter speed. If the warning indication does not disappear,

use an ND filter.

•Lo: Select a slower shutter speed. If the warning indication does not disappear,

use a Speedlight.

CSM b1: Shutter speed/aperture value displayed in the top LCD panel, rear

LCD panel (in detailed or large display) and viewfinder can be set to change

in steps of 1/2 or one EV (x97).

CSM f4: Shutter speed can be set to be adjusted using the Sub-Command Dial

(x109).

Detailed display

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode—continued

• £: Aperture-Priority Auto

Enables you to set the desired aperture (lens’ minimum to maximum)

manually. The camera automatically selects a shutter speed suitable

for correct exposure. By varying the aperture, and thus controlling

the depth of field, you can sharpen the background and foreground,

or blur the background. In flash photography, varying the aperture

changes the flash shooting distance (x163).

2Set the aperture by rotating the Sub-

Command Dial.

1While pressing the exposure mode MODE

button, rotate the Main-Command Dial to

select £.

3Compose picture, focus and shoot.

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode—continued

• ¢: Manual

Enables you to set both shutter speed (Bulb and 30-1/8,000 sec., X)

and aperture (lens’ minimum to maximum) manually. With electronic

analog exposure display in the top LCD panel or viewfinder, you can

produce various creative effects by adjusting the exposure. Long Time

Exposure (Bulb) can be set in Manual exposure mode.

2Set the shutter speed and aperture and

confirm with the electronic analog exposure

display in the viewfinder.

• Set the shutter speed by rotating the Main-

Command Dial and the aperture by rotating

the Sub-Command Dial. These functions can be

set independently.

• Long Time Exposure (Bulb) can be selected by

setting the shutter speed to buLb (x80).

1While pressing the exposure mode MODE

button, rotate the Main-Command Dial to

select ¢, then compose picture.

3Compose picture, focus and shoot.

Locking shutter speed/aperture

Selected shutter speed and/or aperture can be locked. To lock shutter speed, see

“Locking shutter speed” 67. To lock aperture, see “Locking aperture” x x 69.

Detailed Operation

Electronic analog exposure display

The following examples show electronic analog exposure display indications.

The electronic analog exposure display blinks when subject brightness is beyond the

camera’s exposure range.

In 1/3 EV steps In 1/2 EV steps In one EV steps

Correct exposure Correct exposure Correct exposure

–2/3 EV –1/2 EV Under –3 EV

Over +3 EV +1/2 EV +1 EV

Lens aperture ring

When a CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type is not set to its minimum aperture

setting, ƒEE blinks in the top LCD panel and viewfinder and the shutter locks.

Non-CPU lens

When a non-CPU lens is attached and the maximum aperture is specified in “Non-

CPU lens data” (x144), aperture value is displayed in the top LCD panel, rear LCD

panel (in detailed or large display) and viewfinder. In this case, aperture can be set to

an intermediate value with the aperture ring but the display only shows changes in

one EV steps. When the maximum aperture is not specified, aperture display shows

the step difference from the maximum aperture (i.e., ∂2: two steps from maximum

aperture); set/confirm aperture with the lens aperture ring.

Exposure factor with AF Micro-Nikkor lens

When an AF Micro-Nikkor lens is attached and you’re setting aperture using Sub-

Command Dial aided by an external exposure meter, you do not need to take the

exposure factor into consideration. Exposure compensation is required only when

setting aperture using the lens aperture ring.

CSM b1: Shutter speed/aperture value displayed in the top LCD panel, rear

LCD panel (in detailed or large display) and viewfinder can be set to change

in steps of 1/2 or one EV (x97).

CSM b5: In Manual exposure mode, the slowest shutter speed can be

prolonged from 30 sec. to 30 min. (x98).

CSM f4: When a lens other than G-type is attached, aperture can be set to be

adjusted using only the lens aperture ring (x110). Also, shutter speed can be

set to be adjusted using the Sub-Command Dial and aperture with the Main-

Command Dial (x109).

Auto Exposure Lock

To control the exposure of a specific area within a scene, measure

the exposure for the area with Spot or Center-Weighted Metering,

then press the AE/AF-L button to lock the exposure, and recompose

the picture. Set exposure to a mode other than Manual.

2Position focus area (in Spot metering) or

center of the frame (in Center-Weighted

metering) on subject and lightly press the

shutter release button, then press the

AE/AF-L button. Confirm focus indicator /

appears in the viewfinder.

• When the AE/AF-L button is pressed, AE-L

appears in the viewfinder.

1While pressing the metering system selector

lock release, rotate the metering system

selector to select Center-Weighted or Spot

Metering.

• Matrix Metering is not recommended since the

exposure cannot be properly locked.

3While pressing the AE/AF-L button,

recompose, focus and shoot.

• While the exposure is locked, the metering

system only changes when the AE/AF-L button

is released (not when the metering system

selector is adjusted).

Exposure Compensation

1Set exposure compensation by rotating the

Main-Command Dial while pressing the =

button until the desired compensation value

appears (–5 EV to +5 EV in 1/3 EV steps).

• When the =button is pressed, the electronic

analog exposure display indicates the exposure

compensation value (and “0” of the indicator

blinks).

• When the exposure compensation is set, =

appears in the top LCD panel and viewfinder. The

compensation value is displayed in the top and

rear LCD panels (in detailed or large display).

• While the =button is pressed, {(if the

compensation is to the + side) or }(if the

compensation is to the – side) is displayed in the

viewfinder.

• To cancel exposure compensation, rotate the

Main-Command Dial while pressing the =button

to reset the compensation value to 0.0. This can

also be done by performing Two-Button Reset (x

147). (Turning the power switch off does not

cancel the exposure compensation function.)

To adjust exposure control, use the exposure compensation function.

This can be useful when the subject has pronounced contrast or when

bracketing exposure with color slide film (where the latitude for a

proper exposure is minimal). Use Center-Weighted or Spot Metering.

Exposure compensation can be performed in any exposure mode.

–1.0 EV compensation

(detailed display)

When exposure compensation is set while Speedlight is used, flash output level is

also compensated.

Normally, you should compensate exposure to the + side when the background is

brighter than your main subject, or to the – side when the background is darker.

CSM b2: Compensation value can be set to be changed in 1/2 or one EV steps

(x97).

CSM b3: Exposure compensation can be set to be performed using the Main-

or Sub-Command Dial without pressing the exposure compensation button

(x97).

2Compose picture, focus and shoot.

Detailed Operation

Auto Exposure Bracketing allows you to shoot at selected

compensated EV values (maximum of ±3 EV) shifting from the

automatically set proper exposure (or selected exposure in Manual

exposure mode) for a selected number of shots (maximum of 7) each

time the shutter is released. Auto Exposure Bracketing can be

performed in any exposure mode.

1While pressing the Auto Exposure Bracketing

BKT button, rotate the Main-Command Dial

to set the number of shots and Sub-

Command Dial to set compensated EV value.

• While the BKT button is pressed, check the

number of shots and compensated EV values in

the rear LCD panel.

• When the selected number of shots is a value

other than “0”, zappears in the top LCD

panel and viewfinder. Electronic analog exposure

display indicates the Bracketing status. (In Manual

exposure mode, the Bracketing status is displayed

only in the top LCD panel.) The compensated EV

value and Bracketing indicator are displayed in

the rear LCD panel.

• See pages 76-77 for the combinations of the

number of shots and compensated EV value.

2Compose picture, focus and shoot.

Shutter speed and aperture in Programmed Auto, aperture in Shutter-

Priority Auto and shutter speed in Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual

exposure mode are shifted.

In any of the exposure modes, Flash Exposure Bracketing (in which the

TTL Auto Flash level of the lighted main subject is shifted) and Auto

Exposure Bracketing (in which the exposure of a background lighted by

ambient light is shifted) are performed simultaneously when a Speedlight

is used.

CSM e5: Bracketing can be set to perform only Auto Exposure Bracketing or

Flash Exposure Bracketing where both are normally performed simultaneously

(x105).

CSM e6: In Manual exposure mode, shutter speed, aperture and flash output

level, or aperture and flash output level, or only flash output level can be set

to be shifted where normally shutter speed and flash output level are shifted

(x106).

CSM e8: Auto Exposure Bracketing can be set to be turned on/off with the

Main-Command Dial, and the Sub-Command Dial can be used to select the

number of shots and compensated EV value (x106).

Auto Exposure Bracketing

• Compensated shutter speed and aperture values are displayed during shooting.

Auto Exposure Bracketing—continued

•Combination of number of shots and compensated EV value

Compensated Number Bracketing indicator Bracketing order Indication in

EV value of shots (top LCD panel) (default setting) “Preset select”*

1/3 step 7, – and 0, –1.0, –0.7, –0.3,

—

+ sides +0.3, +0.7, +1.0

1/2 step 7, – and 0, –1.5, –1.0, –0.5,

—

+ sides +0.5, +1.0, +1.5

2/3 step 7, – and 0, –2.0, –1.3, –0.7,

—

+ sides +0.7, +1.3, +2.0

1 step 7, – and 0, –3.0, –2.0, –1.0,

—

+ sides +1.0, +2.0, +3.0

1/3 step 5, – and 0, –0.7, –0.3,

—

+ sides +0.3, +0.7

1/2 step 5, – and 0, –1.0, –0.5,

—

+ sides +0.5, +1.0

2/3 step 5, – and 0, –1.3, –0.7,

—

+ sides +0.7, +1.3

1 step 5, – and 0, –2.0, –1.0,

—

+ sides +1.0, +2.0

1/3 step 3, – and 0, –0.3, +0.3

+ sides

1/2 step 3, – and 0, –0.5, +0.5

+ sides

2/3 step 3, – and 0, –0.7, +0.7

+ sides

1 step 3, – and 0, –1.0, +1.0

+ sides

1/3 step 2, 0, –0.3

– side

1/2 step 2, 0, –0.5

– side

2/3 step 2, 0, –0.7

– side

1 step 2, 0, –1.0

– side

Detailed Operation

Bracketing indicator during shooting

• As each shot is taken, the indicator for each compensated EV value disappears.

See examples below.

1/3 EV steps, 3 shots, – and + 2/3 EV steps, 3 shots, –

Status of

Top LCD panel Rear LCD Top LCD panel Rear LCD

Bracketing panel panel

Setting done

1st shot taken

2nd shot taken

3rd shot taken

Approx. 0.5 sec.

after the 3rd shot

Bracketing indicator in exposure compensation

• Bracketing indication is shifted according to the exposure compensation value.

However, if the maximum compensation value exceeds the indicator’s scale, #or

%appears.

Compensation value 1/3 EV steps 2/3 EV steps

3 shots, – and + 3 shots, –

No compensation

+1.0

+2.7

–3.0

–4.0

Long Time Exposure

2Rotate the Main-Command Dial to select

buLb and rotate the Sub-Command Dial to

set the aperture.

• If buLb is selected in Manual exposure mode

and the exposure mode is changed to Shutter-

Priority Auto, blinks and the shutterbuLb

locks.

• Continuous exposure of approx. 5 hours is

possible with 3V lithium batteries. Note that

when shooting at low temperatures,

continuous exposure time is reduced.

This function is useful for shooting nighttime scenes such as stars,

which require an extended exposure of more than 30 sec. The shutter

remains open as long as the shutter release button is kept fully

depressed. (Use of a tripod is recommended.)

1While pressing the exposure mode button

MODE, rotate the Main-Command Dial to

select ¢(Manual exposure).

• Use the LCD illuminator (x81) to view the

LCD panel in the dark.

3Compose picture, focus and shoot.

• The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is kept fully

depressed.

• Use of the optional remote cord MC-20 or MC-30 (x171) reduces camera

shake.

Power source

Use of a fresh set of batteries is recommended to avoid power shortage during long

time exposure. Also, optional Multi Power Battery Pack MB-40 ( 166) enablesx

prolonged long time exposure.

CSM b5: In Manual exposure mode, the slowest shutter speed can be changed

from 30 sec. to 30 min. (x98).

Produktspecifikationer

Varumärke:	Nikon
Kategori:	Kamera
Modell:	F6

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