Meet the new flagship of Nikon’s outstanding DX-format HDSLR line-up: the D7100. Incorporating recent advancements in HDSLR technology, the D7100 brings a thrilling new level of image quality, speed, connectivity and creative capabilities – a specially designed 24.1-megapixel DX-format image sensor, superior low-light performance, ultra-precise autofocus and metering, advanced video recording features, built-in HDR, mobile connectivity and much, much more. Pair it with any of Nikon’s superb NIKKOR DX-format and FX-format lenses, versatile Speedlights and accessories, and the D7100 will be the centerpiece of your creativity for years to come.
Introduction
Overview
Getting to Know the Camera
Camera Menus
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback
Battery Level and Card Capacity
“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (Auto and Auto (flash off) Modes)
Creative Photography (Scene Modes)
P, S, A, and M Modes
P: Programmed Auto
S: Shutter-Priority Auto
A: Aperture-Priority Auto
M: Manual
User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes
Saving User Settings
Recalling User Settings
Resetting User Settings
Release Mode
Choosing a Release Mode
Self-Timer Mode
Mirror up Mode
Image Recording Options
Image Area
Image Quality and Size
Using Two Memory Cards
Focus
Autofocus
Manual Focus
ISO Sensitivity
Auto ISO Sensitivity Control
Exposure
Metering
Autoexposure Lock
Exposure Compensation
White Balance
Fine-Tuning White Balance
Choosing a Color Temperature
Preset Manual
Image Enhancement
Picture Controls
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows
Flash Photography
Using the Built-in Flash
Flash Compensation
FV Lock
Remote Control Photography
Using an Optional ML-L3 Remote Control
Wireless Remote Controllers
Other Shooting Options
Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings
Bracketing
Multiple Exposure
Interval Timer Photography
Non-CPU Lenses
Using a GPS Unit
Live View Photography
Focusing in Live View
Using the i Button
The Live View Display: Live View Photography
The Information Display: Live View Photography
Manual Focus
Movie Live View
Using the i Button
The Live View Display: Movie Live View
The Information Display: Movie Live View
Image Area
Movie Settings
Viewing Movies
Editing Movies
Special Effects
Shooting with Special Effects
More on Playback
Full-Frame Playback
Thumbnail Playback
Calendar Playback
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Protecting Photographs from Deletion
Deleting Photographs
Connections
Installing ViewNX 2
Using ViewNX 2
Printing Photographs
Viewing Photographs on TV
Menu Guide
The Playback Menu: Managing Images
The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options
Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings
The Setup Menu: Camera Setup
The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies
My Menu/Recent Settings
Technical Notes
Compatible Lenses
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)
Other Accessories
Caring for the Camera
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions
Available Settings
Defaults
Exposure Program (Mode P)
Troubleshooting
Error Messages
Specifications
Approved Memory Cards
Memory Card Capacity
Battery Life
Index