Nikon F4 Manuale Utente

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(R2) lock button

Examples:+2EV-2/3EV63

In Manual Exposure Mode1. Set exposure mode to Manual 2. Center main subject inside viewfinder, and lightly press (M). shutter release button.1 ») •

4. Confirm shutter speed and aperture in the viewfinder.5. Recompose and shoot.

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Auto Exposure BracketingBy attaching the optional Nikon Multi-Control Back MF-23 or 250-Exp. Multi-Control Back MF-24 to the F4, you can take advantag

SHUTTER SPEED DIALThe F4 features an electromagnetically controlled vertical-travel focal plane shutter which consists of four front and four rear cur

B SettingAt the “Bulb” setting, the shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button remains depressed. This setting should be used only in

T SettingOn “T,” the shutter stays open until the shutter speed dial is rotated to another setting, making the setting ideal for really long time expo

X Setting“X” setting provides a top flash sync speed of 1/250 sec. with Nikon speedlights. For assurance during flash shooting, set the shutter speed

DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW BUTTONWhen a lens with an automatic diaphragm is used, the viewfinder image is viewed with the lens at maximum aperture. By de

Film take-up spoolFilm sprocket

• Depth of field can only be previewed in the Aperture-Priority Auto (A) or Manual (M) exposure modes.• During preview, autofocus and Electronic Ran

METER COUPLING LEVERBefore mounting a non-AI Nikkor lens, be sure to push the meter coupling lever release button and set the meter coupling lever in

MIRROR LOCKUP LEVERA highly efficient, tungsten-alloy shutter balancer is incorporated in the shutter unit. The balancer operates during shutter oper

With the mirror locked up, you cannot operate the camera in any Auto Exposure or autofocus mode, even though the viewfinder LCD may indicate otherwis

SELF-TIMERUsing the 10-sec. self-timer activates autofocus and light meter operation.1. While pressing the lock release, set film advance mode selecto

• To cancel self-timer operation, turn the film advance mode selector to another setting.• In self-timer operation, the shutter is released whether t

MULTIPLE EXPOSURE LEVERAs the name indicates, multiple exposures are two or more exposures of one or more subjects on the same frame.1. Pull the multi

Note that in multiple exposure operation, exposure compensation is required depending on subject brightness, background brightness and number

ALTERNATIVE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTONA shutter release button is provided at the bottom of the High Speed Battery Pack MB-21, This is convenient for vert

Multi-Meter Finder DP-20Accessory shoeEyepiece shutter leverViewfinder eyepieceLCD illumination window (finder side)

SYNC TERMINALA separate sync terminal is provided on the F4. It accepts all standard PC-type plug-in sync cords, and is threaded for use with a Nikon

VIEWFINDER ILLUMINATOR SWITCHWhen it’s dark, use the viewfinder illuminator to light up all viewfinder information. Turn the switch on, and lightly pr

MULTI-METER FINDER DP-20I NikonThe Multi-Meter Finder DP-20 is the F4’s standard finder.To remove the finder, push the viewfinder release lever towar

Diopter Adjustment KnobThis knob enables near- or farsighted photographers to adjust eyepiece diopter within a continuous range of from —3 to -i-l. Pu

Exposure Compensation Dial for Interchangeable Focusing ScreensBecause the light metering system is incorporated in the finder, it may be necessary to

Accessory ShoeLocated at the top of the Multi-Meter Finder DP-20, the ISO- type hot shoe allows direct mounting of a wide range of Nikon dedicated ele

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHYNikon dedicated electronic speedlights, including SB-24, SB-23, SB-22, SB-20, SB-18, SB-16B and SB-15, take full advantage of the F4’

In Programmed Auto (Ph, P) modes, the sync speed of 1/250 sec, has priority, but when the aperture reaches its largest limit (variable according to IS

In Aperture-Priority Auto (A) mode, you select aperture and the camera selects a suitable sync speed, within a range of 1/60 to 1/250 sec. (at any ISO

With Manual (M), you control both aperture and shutter speed while the flash exposure is determined by scene brightness and contrast, with Matrix Bala

Metering system selectorCompensation value scale windowShutter speed/metering system indexDiopter adjustment knobExposure compensation dial for focusi

With the system set to Matrix, Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash is available.Based on a combination of general scene brightness and contrast, the exposure

Center-Weighted Fill-FlashFor regular TTL flash photography, or to emphasize detailed background areas, use Center-Weighted Fill-Flash. In this mode,

standard TTL FlashIn this mode, although exposure for the background is metered by each metering system, flash output level is not determined automati

•The usable film speed for TTL flash photography is ISO 25-1000; for non-TTL flash photography, it is 6-6400.• For details on speedlight operation, se

When using the Nikon SB-24, you can synchronize the flash to the instant just before the rear (second) curtain starts moving. Set the SB-24’s flash sy

Front-curtain sync

A number of Nikon speedlights can be used for TTL multiple flash photography, each linked to the F4 via TTL remote or TTL multi-flash sync cord. The c

LENSESWith AF-Nikkor lenses (except AF Nikkor lenses for F3AF) or some other lenses in combination with the TC-16 or TC-16A autofocus teleconverter, t

1 With maximum aperture faster than f/3.5, use TC-16A Autofocus Converter, Incompatible with maximum aperture of f/3.5 or slower.2 With maximum apertu

13 For full-aperture measurement, set exposure compensation dial to -1-1.14 In stop-down measurement, set exposure compensation dial (or focusing scre

VIEWFINDER INFORMATIONADR (Aperture Direct-Readout)Aperture (P/S), A(A) No indication (M)AE-iock indicatorMetering systemShutter speedFocus indicators

ACCESSORIES--------------------------------------INTERCHANGEABLE VIEWFINDERSIn addition to the standard Multi-Meter Finder DP-20, the F4 accepts vario

AE Action Finder DA-20Perfect for situations where normal viewing is difficult or impossible, such as when wearing a helmet or goggles, or with the c

6X High-Magnification Finder DW-21For critical high-magnificalion close-up work and photomicrography. Its sophisticated optical system provides a cle

DW-21DW-2089

INTERCHANGEABLE FOCUSING SCREENSNikon offers you a choice of 13 interchangeable focusing screens. The advanced B-type BriteView screen is supplied wi

Focusing Screen Selector GuideType BMatte/Fresnel field with 5mm-dia. and 12mm-dia. reference circles and focus brackets. Good for general photography

Type EMatte/Fresnel field with 5mm-dia. and 12mm-dia. reference circles, focus brackets and etched horizontal and vertical lines. Ideal for architect

POWER SOURCESNikon External Power Regulator MB-22The MB-22 consists of the grip portion MB-21G, in common with the MB-21, and the bottom portion MB-22

МВ-22МВ-23МА-4 with МС-11

OPTIONAL SPEEDLIGHTSNikon Speedlight SB-24The powerful SB-24 with built-in AF illuminator provides various balanced fill-flash capabilities. In addit

High Speed Battery Pack MB-21Grip portion (MB-21G)Shutter release button lock leverShutter release buttonShutter lock indexGrip release leverBattery c

TTL Remote Cord SC-17For off-camera TTL flash with Nikon Speedlight SB-24, SB-23, SB-22, SB-21B, SB-20 or SB-16B and an F4 with viewfinder DP-20 or DA

OPTIONAL CAMERA BACKSNikon Multi-Control Back MF-23The Multi-Control Back MF-23 enables the imprinting of any of the following data: date, time, frame

Nikon Data Back MF-22A compact alternative to the MF-23. It will either imprint the data desired — year/month/day, day/hour/minute (24-hour clock), mo

MF-2295

VIEWING ACCESSORIESThe F4's standard, supplied Multi-Meter Finder DP-20 accepts the following accessories.Nikon Eyepiece Correction LensesFive le

Eyepiece Correction LensesDK-2DR-3

Nikon Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2Provides 2x magnification of the central portion of the finder image with Eyepiece Adapter DK-1, Eyesight adjustment pro

DG-2DK-797

CLOSE-UP ACCESSORIESNikon Auto Extension RingsCompact and lightweight, Nikon Auto Extension Rings slide on and off your camera in seconds for a wide r

Battery holder (MS-21)Bottom portion (MB-21B)Remote terminalTripod socket1—Nl-CdletLR elBattery selectorLock screw

Auto Extension RingsPB-6

Nikon Repro-Copy Outfit PF-4Enables you to make high-quality photographic copies of photographs, illustrations, drawings or diagrams,'With Nikon

PF-499

REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIESThe following accessories except AR-3 and AR-7 can be used with Nikon High Speed Battery Pack MB-21 or External Power Reg

MC-12AMC-4AMW-2ML-2

Nikon Intervalometer MT-2For unmanned time-lapse photography or work sampling. Quartz-controlled MT-2 provides either 2 sec. or 16 sec. delay shutter

MT-2AR-7AR-3Pistol Grip Model 2 with MC-3A101

CAMERA CARE TIPS1. Avoid touching the refiex mirror or focusing screen. Remove dust v/ith a blower brush.2. Do not touch the shutter curtains.3. Do n

4. Avoid leaving the camera in an excessively hot place.5. Keep the camera away from water or excessive moisture. When using the camera near water, gu

NOTES ON BATTERIES1. When not using the camera for a long 2. Battery power falls off in extremely low temperatures; when shooting in such anperiod, re

Battery Pack MB-20Release lever

3. Compared with regular batteries, NiCd batteries provide greater efficiency at low temperatures.Before charging NiCd batteries, throughly read the

SPECIFICATIONSType of cameraPicture formatLens mount Lenses usableFocus modesAutofocus Autofocus detection systemAutofocus detection rangeAutofocus ac

Exposure meteringExposure meter switch Metering range Exposure controiAuto exposure iockExposurecompensationMuitipie exposure Depth-of-fieid preview b

Shutter speedsViewfinderViewfinder informationLithium niobate oscillator-controlled; controlled from 1/8000 to 30 sec. steplessly in Ph, P or A mode;

Eyepoint Focusing screenFilm speed range Film speed setting Film loading Film advanceApprox. 22mmNikon advanced B-type BriteView screen with central f

Frame counterFilm rewindSelf-timerCamera backAccessory shoeFlash synchronizationTwo additive types provided — on top of camera and inside viewfinder (

Flash ready-light Viewfinder LED lights up when Nikon dedicated speedlight is ready to fire; blinks to warn of poor camera/ speedlight connection or i

Checking battery powerDimensions (WxHxD)Weight (body oniy)Battery power is sufficient if viewfinder LCD appears when shutter release button is light

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful inferfe

f ' ...For multiple flash photography using Nikon Speedlights,if the electric current in the sync circuit exceeds a certain level, you m

Battery chamber11

The Nikon autofocus SLR system is designed based on the premise that any of its components, such as the F4, F-801/N8008*. F-501/N2020**, F-401s/N4004s

No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without writ

Lens (AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4)Infrared compensation index Focusing ring Distance scale window Depth-of-field indicators Aperture ring Meter coupling ridg

CONTENTSFOREWORD... 4NOMENCLATURE ...

Distance/aperture indexDistance scaieMinimum aperture lockAperture scaie Aperture-direct-readout scaie

OPERATION---------------MOUNTING THE LENSRemove body cap and front and rear lens caps.Twist lens counterclockwise until it securely locks into place,

INSTALLING BATTERIESWith High Speed Battery Pack MB-21Remove grip (MB-21G) by rotating grip reiease lever counterclockwise (to (g ),Install three AA-t

Slide battery holder back into base until it locks into place.Attach grip to camera body and turn release lever clockwise until it stops.• To remove b

With Battery Pack MB-20Rotate battery pack release lever counterclockwise (to g), and remove battery pack.I*e©^©Install four AA-type alkaline-manganes

nAt temperatures around 20°C (68°F), AA-type alkaline-manganese batteries give the highest overall performance, including faster advance rates and a

With Battery Pack MB-20To switch camera on: while pressing lock release, turn film advance mode selector from L (lock) position to S, Ch, Cl, Cs or Ci

If the shutter does not operate and display does not appear in the viewfinder, batteries are exhausted or improperly loaded.• The batteries operate bo

LOADING FILMWith DX-coded film, while pressing lock release, set film speed index at DX.While sliding camera back lock lever, lift film rewind kno

Pull film leader across to red film index mark.Check to ensure film is properly positioned with no slack, and close camera back.Fully depress shutter

EXPOSURE MODES ... 48-59Manual Exposure Mode...

FUNCTION SETTINGFocus mode:Set focus mode selector to M (Manual Focus), S (Single Servo Autofocus) or C (Continuous Servo Autofocus).For details on fo

Metering system (with supplied standard Multi-Meter Finder DP-20):Set metering system selector to Matrix (K), Center-Weighted ((•)) or Spot (•).For de

SHOOTINGPosition viewfinder focus brackets on main subject.In the manual focus mode, turn the lens focusing ring until the image in the viewfinder ap

In the autofocus mode, position autofocus sensor area on subject, lightly press shutter release button and confirm infocus indicator LED (•) appears

In the S (Single Servo Autofocus) mode, the shutter can be released only when the in-focus indicator LED appears; once the LED appears, focus is locke

Viewfinder Focusing Screen (B-type screen supplied as standard)Manual focusing is accomplished using either the clear matte field (focus until you see

REWINDING FILMFilm advance stops automatically at end of roll, and red LED lights up.Power rewindTurn film rewind levers (R1) and (R2), while pressin

Manual rewindTo rewind film manually, pull out film rewind lever (R1), lift film rewind crank and turn it in the direction of the arrow until the tens

CONTROLS IN DETAIL-------------------------------FILM SPEED DIALThe F4 offers two ways to set film speed, depending on film in use.DX-Coded FilmWhile

Manual Film Speed SettingWhile pressing the lock release, set the film speed dial to the film’s ISO number.160 320 640 1250 2500 5000__________8

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY... 79-85Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash In Each Exposure Mode . . 80-81Matrix Balanced Fi

FILM ADVANCE MODESThe F4 has four automatic film advance modes.Single-frame shooting (S)Fully depressing the shutter release button takes one picture,

Continuous shooting (Ch, Cl, Cs)Shots are taken continuously as long as the shutter release button is depressed. Choose Ch (Continuous high speed), Cl

With High Speed Battery Pack MB-21With Battery Pack MB-20Ch5.7 frames per second4.0 fpsCl3.4 fps* 3.3 fps*Cs1.0 fps 0.8 fpsFor Continuous Servo Autofo

Mode SelectionWhile pressing the lock release, rotate film advance mode selector.Note that the selector includes a self-timer setting («£)).31

FOCUS MODESThe advanced autofocus system of the F4 works even under extremely low-light conditions — as low as EV minus 1. The Electronic Rangefinder

1. Set focus mode selector to M (manual), If lens has an A-M switch, set to M.2. Look Inside viewfinder and position focus brackets on the main subj

3. Keeping shutter release button lightly pressed, rotate lens focusing ring manually and watch focus indicator LEDs inside the viewfinder.• If ◄ arr

4. Confirm in-focus indicator LED appears, then fully depress shutter release button.33

Manual Focus Using Clear Matte Field1. Set focus mode selector to M (manual).2. Focus on subject using clear matte field.34

AutofocusThe F4 provides two autofocus modes — Single Servo Autofocus (S) and Continuous Servo Autofocus (C).Single Servo Autofocus (S)In Single Servo

Autofocus Operation1. Set focus mode selector to either S or C.If the lens in use has an A-M switch, set switch to A.2. Position viewfinder focus bra

3. Lightly press shutter release button to start Autofocus function.• In continuous shooting (Ch, Cl, Cs) with the autofocus mode set to Single Servo,

4. Confirm the viewfinder in-focus indicator appears, then fully depress shutter release button to take an in-focus picture.• In Single Servo Autofoc

Focus TrackingWhen shooting a moving subject, with the focus mode set to Continuous Servo Autofocus and the film advance mode to Low-Speed Continuous

1. Set focus mode selector to C, and film advance mode to Cl2. Position viewfinder focus brackets on subject.37

3. Lightly press shutter release button to start Focus Tracking.38

4. Confirm both arrows (►◄) appear in the viewfinder, then fully depress shutter release button to take an in-focus picture.»With Focus Tracking, even

Taking Pictures with Main Subject Off-CenterSingle Servo Autofocus2. Confirm in-focus indicator LED appears in the viewfinder.

1. Position focus brackets on subject and lightly press shutter release button.3. Keeping the shutter release button lightly pressed, recompose, then

Continuous Servo AutofocusUse AF-L (Autofocus Lock) button.2. Keeping shutter release button lightly pressed, confirm infocus indicator LED appears,

FOREWORDThank you for purchasing the F4. We’re sure it wiii make photography more exciting and rewarding than ever.With a weaith of exciting new featu

1. Position focus brackets on subject and lightly press the shutter release button.3. With AF-L button depressed, recompose as desired and fully depre

• With the AF-L button depressed, focus will be locked even If you remove your finger from fhe shutfer release button.• AF-L button can also be used i

Special Focusing SituationsTo successfully focus, whether using the F4’s Electronic Rangefinder, an optical rangefinder, or a clear matte field, the

Autofocus with Optional Autofocus SpeedlightsAlthough the F4’s autofocus works at lighting levels as low as EV minus 1, performance may vary depending

Freeze FocusThe optional Nikon Multi-Control Back MF-23 or 250-Exp. Multi-Control Back MF-24, when attached to the F4, offers a Freeze Focus function

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EXPOSURE METERING SYSTEMSThe F4 features three types of exposure metering systems— Matrix, 60/40 Center-Weighted and Spot Metering.When using the Muit

Sensitivity of Five SegmentsMatrix Metering (K)This system is idealiy suited for quick operation and for the most dependable Auto Exposure control. It

Sensitivity of Center-Weighted MeteringCenter-Weighted Metering ((•))Choose Center-Weighted Metering when you want to base exposure on either Auto or

NOMENCLATURECPU contactsAperture coupling leverSelf-timer indicator LEDMirror lockup leverDepth-of-field preview buttonAF-L/AE-L simultaneous lock l

Sensitivity of Spot MeteringSpot Metering ( • )For seiective metering of tiny subjects or for advanced manuai metering techniques, use Spot Metering.T

Metering System SelectionSet the metering system selector to either Matrix, Center- Weighted or Spot Metering, and confirm respective mark appears in

Matrix Meteringi D C < L J F S.& P

Center-Weighted MeteringCUF P i

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EXPOSURE MODESThe F4 offers Manual (M), two Programmed Auto (Ph, P), Shutter-Priority Auto (S) and Aperture-Priority Auto (A) Exposure modes.48

Manual Exposure ModeIn the Manual Exposure mode, both shutter speed and aperture can be set manually to achieve the desired effect. Use fast shutter

1. Set any of the click-stopped shutter speeds on the shutter speed dial (4 sec. to 1/8000 sec.); the lens aperture ring may be continuously adjusted

With Multi-Meter Finder DP-20 1 C)i, 1» c . n I C J Cl Correct exposureWith other findersi:^Overexposure by 1-2/3 EVI- ' ► :«tjB («)'a

Programmed Auto Exposure Modes (Ph, P)Programmed auto operation is ideal for quick operation and is the simplest method for exposure control. Toge

Aperture direct-readout window

Dual Program Chart (e.g., 50mm f/1.4, ISO 100)The EV (Exposure Value) chart demonstrates the difference between the F4’s normal and high-speed progr

1. Set lens to its minimum aperture (largest f-number).With AF Nikkor lenses, lock lens aperture ring at its minimum setting. (See lens instruction

2. Lightly press shutter release button and confirm exposure in the viewfinder.Shutter speed is controlled steplessly from 30 to 1/8000 second. Contr

With Multi-Meter Finder M ! Pi c ii F -i.b PCorrect exposure.With other finderst;^) F !£Overexposure; use film with a lower ISO speed or use Nikon ND

Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode (S)This mode lets you choose shutter speeds manually. Use a fast shutter speed to stop action, or create motion ef

Low shutter speed

1. Set lens to minimum aperture setting (largest f-number). With AF Nikkor lenses, lock lens aperture ring at minimum setting.2. Rotate shutter speed

With Multi-Meter Finder c c c r Ii.OaCorrect exposureWith other findersSiOverexposure; select higher shutter speed or use Nikon ND filter.im(~) StUn

Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode (A)This mode operates with all Nikon lenses. When used with any optical system such as Reflex lens, microscope, t

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Film advance mode indexFilm speed dial lock releaseFilm rewind crankFilm rewind knobAlert LEDShutter speed dialFilm rewind lever (R1)Shutter release b

1. Set lens to desired f-number by rotating lens aperture ring.2. Lightly press shutter release button and confirm exposure. Shutter speed is controll

With Multi-Meter Finder w‘ -1 L» LI UICorrect exposure«_____IOverexposure; select smaller aperture setting i or use Nikon ND filter.IDUnderexposure; s

Stop-Down Exposure MeteringFor lenses and other systems without automatic diaphragmsWhen the automatic diaphragm ring does not couple with the meter c

For lenses with fixed aperturesBecause the aperture of a Reflex-Nikkor lens is fixed, in photomicrography or telescopic photography, it is impossible

EXPOSURE COMPENSATIONIn Automatic Exposure ModesAE-L (Auto Exposure Lock) Button2. Center main subject inside viewfinder or move in closer.60

1. Set exposure mode to Programmed (Ph, P), Shutter-Priority Auto (S) or Aperture-Priority Auto (A).3. Lightly press shutter release button, and conf

4. While lightly pressing shutter release button, press AE-L button and hold in.5. Recompose and shoot.

•While exposure is locked, “EL” appears in the viewfinder.• In Single Servo AF mode, before releasing shutter, be sure to refocus by briefly removing

Exposure Compensation DialUsing the exposure compensation dial, you can compensate exposure within the range of ±2EV in 1/3 EV increments.While slidin

(In Center-Weighted Metering)Without compensation+2EV compensation