TAKE IT EASY!
Featuring new Guide mode
• Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR • Exposure: Aperture priority mode, 1/200 second, f/8 • White balance: Auto • ISO sensitivity: 100 • Picture Control: Standard
Featuring new Guide mode
Casual shots never looked so good. Beautiful photos were never so easy. )MAGINE ALL THE HIGH TECH WIZARDRY OF ADVANCED DIGITAL 3,2 PICTURE TAKING IN AN EASY TO USE CAMERA .OW IMAGINE THE $
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A CAMERA THAT COMBINES .IKON TECHNOLOGY WITH SIMPLICITY NEVER BEFORE FOUND IN A CAMERA SO ADVANCED 4HE $ FEATURES A NEW 'UIDE MODE INTUITIVE IN CAMERA ASSISTANCE THAT ALLOWS EVEN FIRST TIME USERS TO TRANSFORM EVERYDAY MOMENTS INTO STUNNING PICTURES '
Set the mode dial to GUIDE.
Guide menu is shown on LCD monitor. Select the function you want.
Choose a setting that matches the type of picture you want to take, then shoot!
Explanations on LCD monitor help deepen your understanding of photography and also serve as a future reference.
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Not sure of what to do? Let the D3000 be your guide. For shots you can’t afford to miss but aren’t sure how to take, simply set the Mode dial to then let the D3000 assist you in adjusting camera settings. Guide mode helps you capture the moment to obtain the kinds of pictures you expect from a quality digital SLR camera.
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Create pictures of breathtaking beauty by getting close to the subject. This mode optimizes camera settings to soften the foreground and background in
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Record the majesty of a dynamic city or natural beauty of a breathtaking vista. This setting enhances the vibrancy and liveliness of the scene while disabling flash, allowing the D3000’s intelligent
metering to set exposure and capture the scene as you see it. Even when shooting at dusk or under a cloudy sky, you are assured of beautiful pictures containing well-saturated color. *
Want to elevate your photo skills? Let the D3000 assist. The D3000’s intelligent Guide mode helps you take your photography to new heights, revealing techniques you thought were the exclusive realm of professional photographers but which you can now call your own. Artistry like blurring backgrounds or freezing fast-moving action is easily accomplished with the D3000.
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Capture moments that can slip away in the blink of an eye. This setting places priority on maintaining shutter speeds faster than 1/1000 second in order
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The savvy new D3000. The camera that shows you how. How to preserve precious memories. How to improve your pictures. And how to do it all, easily. The new Guide mode demystifies the often complex world of digital SLR photography.
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No more guesswork —
The professional touch —
A right time for everything —
Easy operation
Advanced operation
Timers & remote control
The D3000 handles nearly any picture taking opportunity with specially engineered settings suitable for a variety of subjects and situations. !ND IF YOU JUST WANT TO POINT AND SHOOT SELECT !UTO AND LET THE $ DO THE REST !S YOU BECOME MORE FAMILIAR WITH THE CAMERA YOU CAN even fine-tune each setting — a great way to show the world your unique style.
!DVANCED AUTOMATION MAKES THE $ SO EASY TO USE "UT FOR THE ESPECIALLY CURIOUS THE $ S 'UIDE MODE CAN help you acquire impressive picture taking skills — quickly and more easily than ever imagined. You’ll be thrilled to put newfound techniques to work, creating photos you’ve always dreamed of but were previously unable to take.
7HETHER YOU WANT TO FIRE OFF A SERIES OF SHOTS IN RAPID SUCCESSION OR USE AN OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL 'UIDE MODE SHOWS YOU HOW .O MORE DIGGING THROUGH MANUALS OR searching through menus to find the function you want to USE 4HANKS TO 'UIDE MODE YOU CAN START ENJOYING THE D3000 from the moment you open the box.
L !UTO L Distant subjects L 3LEEPING FACES L ,ANDSCAPES L .IGHT PORTRAIT
L 3OFTEN BACKGROUNDS 3ELECT APERTURE L &REEZE MOTION PEOPLE 3ELECT A SHUTTER SPEED L &REEZE MOTION VEHICLES 3ELECT A SHUTTER SPEED
L 3INGLE FRAME FRAME L #ONTINUOUS APPROX FPS L 10-second self-timer L Delayed remote L Quick-response remote
L .O FLASH L Close-ups L Moving subjects L 0ORTRAITS
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Renowned Nikon technology. Everything you need for beautiful photos. The D3000 packs all the innovation and advanced engineering for which Nikon is famous into a light, compact body. And with the D3000, advanced doesn’t mean difficult. Its leading-edge technology resides behind a user-friendly interface that makes it extraordinarily simple to take the kinds of photos you’ve always wanted to take.
Nikon DX-format CCD sensor; 10.2 effective megapixels
3.0-inch LCD monitor goes easy on the eyes
#OMBINING A ##$ SENSOR WITH .IKON S FAMED %80%%$ IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM THE D3000 produces finely detailed photos that exhibit exceptional color and sharpness as well as smooth gradation, and does so at lightning-quick speed. The high resolution also gives you the freedom to print beautiful enlargements and crop more creatively without loss of sharpness.
"RIGHT AND SHARP THE $ S IN APPROXIMATELY K DOT 4&4 ,#$ MONITOR ENSURES COMFORTABLE VIEWING WHEN PLAYING BACK PHOTOS )T ALSO MAKES READING MENUS EASIER THANKS TO TEXT SIZE THAT IS NOW LARGER THAN THAT OF THE $ AND $ )N ADDITION THE SPACIOUS MONITOR IS CONVENIENT FOR RETOUCHING allowing you to modify pictures without the need for a computer.
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11-point autofocus system for tack-sharp results The diamond-shaped array of 11 autofocus points provides outstanding coverage for ACHIEVING FOCUS NO MATTER WHERE THE SUBJECT IS LOCATED IN THE FRAME !DDITIONALLY FOUR !& AREA MODES ˆ 3INGLE POINT $YNAMIC AREA !UTO AREA AND $ TRACKING ˆ COVER ANY situation, from fast or unpredictable action to static, off-center subjects.
Vent for Airflow Control System
Image sensor cleaning mechanism )MAGE SENSOR
Nikon Integrated Dust Reduction System 4HE $ IS EQUIPPED WITH .IKON S )NTEGRATED $UST 2EDUCTION 3YSTEM 4HIS SOLUTION INCLUDES A SPECIAL !IRFLOW #ONTROL 3YSTEM THAT REDIRECTS DUST AWAY FROM THE LOW PASS FILTER LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE IMAGE SENSOR THEREBY LIMITING ITS ACCUMULATION !DDITIONALLY when powering the camera on or off, the filter automatically vibrates at precise frequencies to release image-degrading dust that may adhere to it.
,OW PASS FILTER
Scene Recognition System — Brains behind the beauty .IKON S EXCLUSIVE 3CENE 2ECOGNITION 3YSTEM UTILIZES A PIXEL 2'" SENSOR TO ANALYZE A COMPOSITION IMMEDIATELY BEFORE YOU TAKE THE SHOT )T THEN AUTOMATICALLY OPTIMIZES EXPOSURE AUTOFOCUS AND white balance, allowing you to obtain beautiful photos without the hassle of making complicated camera adjustments yourself.
Durable 100,000-cycle shutter unit Reliable performance is a given with the D3000 thanks to its long-lasting shutter unit. Tested to 100,000 cycles on actual working models of the D3000, this precision mechanism delivers shutter speeds from SECONDS TO SECOND AND FLASH SYNCH UP TO SECOND !ND YOU LL NEVER MISS A SHOOTING opportunity thanks to the rapid shutter response that eliminates annoying shutter-release delay.
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3HUTTER UNIT
Active D-Lighting — What you see is what you get 3HOOTING IN BRIGHT SUNLIGHT OFTEN PRODUCES PICTURES WITH EXTREME contrast between light and dark areas, resulting in loss of tone and DETAIL !CTIVE $ ,IGHTING EFFECTIVELY COMBATS THIS BY PRESERVING IMPORTANT details in shadows and highlights. The results are optimally exposed photos that better reflect the scene as you saw it. 7ITHOUT !CTIVE $ ,IGHTING
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Pop-up flash helps optimize exposure
Speedlight SB-400
7HEN THE LIGHT GETS LOW OR YOU FIND YOURSELF SHOOTING IN TRICKY BACKLIT LIGHTING USE THE BUILT IN POP UP FLASH TO BRIGHTEN THE SCENE )T ACTIVATES automatically when needed depending on exposure mode, or can be ENABLED MANUALLY )N ADDITION SUPPORT FOR I 44, FLASH CONTROL INCREASES exposure accuracy. Enables highly-sophisticated flash photography.
Picture Control System expands creativity
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-ONOCHROME "LACK AND WHITE images, including tints
Customize the appearance of photos before you shoot with .IKON S 0ICTURE #ONTROL 3YSTEM 3IX SETTINGS ˆ 3TANDARD .EUTRAL 6IVID -ONOCHROME 0ORTRAIT AND ,ANDSCAPE ˆ let you change the look of photos depending on mood or subject. Each setting can be adjusted to provide additional control over sharpness, contrast, and other effects.
Help function for even more assistance !LWAYS READY TO EXTEND A HELPING HAND THE $ INCLUDES A PRACTICAL (ELP FUNCTION 7HEN BROWSING MENUS SIMPLY PRESS THE (ELP BUTTON TO DISPLAY A DETAILED description of the selected item.
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Great lenses, exceptional photographs
In-camera photo editing and playback functions provide added enjoyment after the shot.
As the eye of the camera, the lens is critical to any photographic application. In fact, the beauty of a picture is closely tied to the performance of the lens. .OTE 4HE $ IS EXCLUSIVELY DESIGNED FOR USE WITH .)++/2 !& 3 AND !& ) LENSES THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOFOCUS MOTOR
NIKKOR — Nikon’s own quality lenses — High performance proven in outer space Nikon quality throughout 4HE STERLING REPUTATION OF .)++/2 LENSES IS DUE IN PART TO THE FACT THAT .IKON PRODUCES ITS OWN OPTICAL GLASS
Taking the shot can be just the beginning of the creative experience with the D3000. A variety of in-camera editing functions and playback options give you even more ways to enjoy your pictures.
In-camera editing adds inspiration /PEN THE 2ETOUCH -ENU AND DISCOVER A WORLD OF CREATIVE POSSIBILITIES ! DAZZLING ARRAY of photo effects gives free reign to your artistic potential, letting you experiment with different filters and techniques to satisfy your own taste — all without a computer. Miniature effect Makes pictures appear as if they are photos of miniature scale models.
NIKKOR—The choice of NASA 4HE PERFORMANCE OF .IKON CAMERAS AND .)++/2 LENSES HAS EARNED THEM A ROLE WITH .!3! &ROM THE !POLLO LUNAR LANDING TO NUMEROUS 3PACE 3HUTTLE PROJECTS THE RELIABILITY AND CLARITY OF .)++/2 ARE REFLECTED THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE lineup.
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Nikon’s original VR lenses — A high-tech solution you can see Reducing camera-shake blur 7HEN SHOOTING AT SLOW SHUTTER SPEEDS ˆ SUCH AS IN DIMLY LIT ENVIRONMENTS — or when using a micro or telephoto lens, blurry images caused by camera-shake may occur, ruining what could have been a wonderful PICTURE 4O HELP PREVENT THIS .IKON EQUIPS SOME LENSES WITH A VIBRATION REDUCTION 62 SYSTEM 4HIS COUNTERACTS CAMERA SHAKE FOR SHARPER images.
7ITHOUT IN LENS CAMERA SHAKE correction
Reducing blur in the viewfinder 5NLIKE VIBRATION REDUCTION SYSTEM INSIDE THE CAMERA .IKON S 62 ALSO corrects blur in the viewfinder. This aids in composition and focusing since the image remains stable.
Color outline
Creates an outline copy of a photo, which can be printed then handcolored.
Soft filter effect
!DDS A SOFT SLIGHTLY GAUZY LOOK TO photos — ideal for portraits and streetlights.
Color balance
!LLOWS COLOR TO BE ADJUSTED TO control the tone of the entire photo.
Retouch menu L $ ,IGHTING L Red-eye correction L 4RIM L -ONOCHROME "LACK AND WHITE 3EPIA AND #YANOTYPE L &ILTER EFFECTS 3KYLIGHT 7ARM FILTER 2ED INTENSIFIER 'REEN INTENSIFIER "LUE INTENSIFIER #ROSS SCREEN AND 3OFT L Color balance L 3MALL PICTURE L )MAGE OVERLAY L .%& 2!7 PROCESSING L Quick retouch L Color outline L Miniature effect L 3TOP MOTION MOVIE
A variety of playback options .OTE 62 ALLOWS SHOOTING HANDHELD UP TO THREE STOPS SLOWER FOUR STOPS SLOWER WITH 62 )) THAN WHEN USING NON 62 LENSES
The D3000’s playback options make it easy to select pictures for viewing or RETOUCHING 9OU CAN VIEW PICTURES ONE AT A TIME OR IN GROUPS OF OR ! Calendar view is also available, which organizes photos by shooting date and time then displays them in a handsome calendar format.
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NIKKOR lenses expand the joy of shooting
MM PRIME LENS FOR BEAUTIFUL BACKGROUND BLUR 7ELL SUITED FOR PHOTOGRAPHING PORTRAITS
MM MICRO LENS FOR STUNNING CLOSE UPS )DEAL WHEN SHOOTING SMALL OBJECTS LIKE FLOWERS
72-frame view
Calendar view
my Picturetown — Convenient on-line sharing %NJOY MY 0ICTURETOWN .IKON S OWN IMAGE SHARING AND STORAGE WEB SITE -EMBERSHIP IS FREE TO .IKON DIGITAL CAMERA OWNERS AND PERMITS UPLOADING UP TO '" OF PHOTOS AND OR MOVIES 0AY A SMALL ADDITIONAL FEE AND GET UP TO '" OF STORAGE MY 0ICTURETOWN SUPPORTS *0%' AND .%& 2!7 FILES
!VAILABILITY AND FEE MAY VARY DEPENDING ON COUNTRY
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Attain new heights of artistic expression with feature-rich Nikon software.
All the gear you need for any shot you want to take.
Nikon software simplifies picture-management chores and gives you the tools to get the most out of the digital SLR experience.
Backed by a comprehensive system for any photographic need, the D3000 is the ideal choice for those who want a camera that will grow with their artistic capabilities.
System Chart
ViewNX — Effortless image management "UNDLED 6IEW.8 SOFTWARE IS THE EASY WAY TO ORGANIZE AND EDIT PHOTOS #OMPATIBLE WITH BOTH 7INDOWS AND -ACINTOSH 6IEW.8 PROVIDES A FAST SIMPLE WAY TO HANDLE BASIC *0%' AND .%& 2!7 PICTURE MANAGEMENT !TTACH LABELS TO PHOTOS TO FACILITATE SEARCHES TWEAK EXPOSURE AND WHITE BALANCE OR CREATE YOUR OWN 0ICTURE Control settings.
VIEWFINDER ACCESSORIES
SPEEDLIGHTS
Eyepiece Correction Lenses (-5 to +3m-1) DK-20C Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2
Speedlight SB-900
NIKKOR LENSES Studio Speedlights*2
Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1
Speedlight SB-600 Speedlight SB-400
Accessory Shoe Adapter AS-15
Eyepiece Adapter DK-22
Eyepiece Cap DK-5*1
Nikon Speedlights SB-900/800/ 600/400
The D3000 is exclusively designed for use with AF-S and AF-I NIKKOR lenses that are equipped with an autofocus motor.
TTL Remote Cord SC-28/SC-29
Note: AF-assist illuminator is disabled with SB-400.
Rubber Eyecup DK-20*1
Right-angle Viewing Attachment DR-6
TV ACCESSORIES
Capture NX 2 — The finishing touch
TV monitor*2
Video Cable EG-D100
REMOTE CONTROLLER
#APTURE .8 S EASY TO LEARN EDITING TOOLS UNLOCK IMAGE POTENTIAL WITHOUT DEGRADING ORIGINAL IMAGE QUALITY 4HIS SOFTWARE IS IDEAL FOR OPTIMIZING .IKON .%& 2!7 FILES AS WELL AS *0%' AND 4)&& IMAGES FROM MOST DIGITAL CAMERAS 7ITH AWARD WINNING 5 0OINTÂŽ technology, tedious editing procedures are easier than ever.
Wireless Remote Control ML-L3
COMPUTER RELATED ACCESSORIES
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AC ADAPTERS, BATTERIES AND BATTERY PACKS
SD Memory Card*2
CASE
Personal Computer*2
PC Card Adapter*2 SD Memory Card Reader*2
Semi-Soft Case CF-DC1
Capture NX 2
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a*1 Quick Charger MH-23*1
Software Suite*1 USB Cable UC-E4*1
Power Connector EP-5
AC Adapter EH-5a
Capture NX 2 Upgrade
*1: Supplied accessories *2: Non-Nikon products
.OTE 3YSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR .IKON #APTURE .8 VER CAN BE FOUND AT HTTP WWW CAPTURENX COM
Memory card capacity*1
Approved memory cards
The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a '" ,EXAR -EDIA 0ROFESSIONAL X CARD AT DIFFERENT IMAGE QUALITY AND SIZE SETTINGS
4HE FOLLOWING 3$ MEMORY CARDS HAVE BEEN TESTED AND APPROVED FOR USE IN THE $ !LL CARDS OF THE DESIGNATED MAKE AND CAPACITY CAN BE USED REGARDLESS OF SPEED
Image quality
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235 541 951 2000 1000 1800 3900 2000 3400 6900
Buffer capacity*2 6 6 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
*1 All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded. *2 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer. Drops at ISO sensitivities over ISO 800 or if Noise reduction or Active D-Lighting is on. *3 Image size applies to JPEG images only. Size of NEF (RAW) images can not be changed. File size is the total for NEF (RAW) and JPEG images.
SanDisk Toshiba 0ANASONIC ,EXAR -EDIA
512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB*1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2, 16 GB*2 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB*1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2, 16 GB*2, 32 GB*2 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB*1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2, 12 GB*2, 16 GB*2, 32 GB*2 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB*1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2 0LATINUM )) -" '" '" 1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2 0ROFESSIONAL '" '" 1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2
*1 If card will be used with a card reader or other device, check that the device supports 2 GB cards. *2 SDHC compliant. If card will be used with a card reader or other device, check that the device supports SDHC. Notes: s 0LEASE CHECK WITH THE 3$ CARD MANUFACTURER REGARDING FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY AND OTHER ITEMS .IKON CANNOT ASSURE COMPATIBILITY WITH 3$ CARDS NOT LISTED ABOVE s ,IMITED TO CARDS TESTED AT THE TIME OF BROCHURE PRINTING !DDITIONAL CARDS MAY BE FULLY COMPATIBLE Contact Nikon Customer Service for additional information.
Parts and Controls
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Information button
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Exposure compensation button/ Aperture button/Flash compensation button
Playback zoom out button/ Thumbnail/Help button
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Shutter-release button
Playback zoom in button/ Information edit button
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Power switch
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Viewfinder eyepiece
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AE-L/AF-L button/Protect button
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Command dial
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Multi selector
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AF-assist illuminator/ Self-timer lamp/ Red-eye reduction lamp
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Accessory shoe (for optional flash unit)
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OK button
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Self-timer button
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Delete button
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Lens release button
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Monitor
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Playback button
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Nikon Digital SLR Camera D3000 Specifications Type
Type Lens mount Effective picture angle
Single-lens reflex digital camera Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) Approx. 1.5 x lens focal length (Nikon DX format)
Flash
#VJMU JO GMBTI (VJEF /VNCFS Flash control
Effective pixels
Effective pixels
10.2 million
Image sensor
Image sensor Total pixels Dust-reduction system
23.6 x 15.8 mm CCD sensor 10.75 million Image Sensor Cleaning, Airflow Control System, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software required)
Flash mode Flash compensation Flash-ready indicator
Storage
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Viewfinder
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Playback
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Interface
64# Audio video output
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Supported languages
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Supported languages
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Power source
#BUUFSZ AC adapter
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Tripod socket
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Shutter
Type Speed Flash sync speed
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Operating environment
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Autofocus Detection range Lens servo
Focus point AF-area mode Focus lock
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WARNING
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