Page 25 Memory cards must be formatted in the camera before first use. Note that formatting memory cards permanently deletes all photographs and other data they may contain. Be sure all data you wish to keep have been copied to another storage device before for- matting the card.
Before shooting, make sure that the display in the viewfinder is in clear focus. Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. Slide the diopter adjustment control up and down until the focus brackets are in sharp focus. Turn the camera on. The moni- tor will turn on and the viewfinder display will light. Page 28 Frame a photograph in the viewfinder. Holding the Camera Hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left.
Keep your elbows propped lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable. Page 29 4. The access lamp next to the memory card slot cover will light. Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.
Selecting a program automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative pho- tography as easy as rotating the mode dial. Page 31 Child Use for snapshots of children.
Clothing and background details are vividly rendered while skin tones are given a soft, natural finish. The camera selects the focus area containing the closest subject. Sports High shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. The bat- tery level and number of exposures remaining are also displayed. If no photograph is displayed in the monitor, the most recent pic- ture can be viewed by pressing the button Page Reference Reference This section builds on the Tutorial to cover more advanced shooting and playback options.
More on Photography All Modes : Use the shooting information display Shoot a moving subject or focus manually Adjust image quality and size Take photographs in one at a time, in bursts, or using the self-timer or a remote control Use the built-in flash Raise ISO sensitivity when lighting is poor Shooting information is also displayed when the pressed shooting mode only , the modes only buttons are pressed, and immediately after the cam- era is turned on.
Focus mode Description Camera automatically selects single-servo autofocus when subject is judged This setting has no effect in manual focus mode. Option Description Camera automatically selects focus area containing subject closest to camera. Default Closest for P, S, A, and M modes; selected automatically when mode dial is rotated to subject , or User selects focus area manually, but if subject leaves selected focus area even briefly, At default settings, the camera chooses the focus area automatically or focuses on subject in the center focus area, but the focus area can also be selected manually to compose photographs with the main subject positioned at either side of the frame.
Page Focus Lock Focus Lock Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing, making it possible to focus on a subject that will not be in a focus area in the final composition. It can also be used when the autofocus system is unable to focus ommended when using focus lock Position the subject in the selected focus area and press the shutter-release button halfway to initiate focus.
Page 39 Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, use manual focus same distance and then recompose the photograph.
There is little or no contrast between the subject and the background e. Page Manual Focus Manual Focus Controls used Use this option when you wish to adjust focus manually or when using a manual focus lens. To focus manually, select manual focus mode and adjust the lens focusing ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus. Photographs can be taken at any time, even when the image is not in focus.
Page Image Quality And Size Image Quality and Size Together, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher quality images can be printed at larger sizes but also require more memory, meaning that fewer such images can be stored on the memory card. Page Image Quality Image Quality Controls used The camera supports the following image quality options listed in descending order by image quality and file size : Option Format Description Compressed raw data from the image sensor are saved directly to memory card.
Choose for images that will be retouched on a computer. Images are compressed less than NORM, producing higher-quality images. Page Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Controls used Shooting mode determines how the camera takes photographs: one at a time, in a continu- ous sequence, with a timed shutter-release delay, or with a remote control.
Mode Description Single frame Camera takes one photograph each time shutter-release button is default Camera records photographs at up to about 2.
Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. Select one of the following shooting modes: Mode Description 10s Self-timer Shutter released about 10s after camera has focused.
The flash modes available depend on the mode selected with the mode dial; note that the flash can not be used in , Program modes is automatically restored when the mode dial is rotated to a new setting or the camera is turned off. Page 47 Flash Mode The flash modes available depend on the mode currently selected with the mode dial. Flash modes are described below.
Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of 60cm 2ft. If ISO sensitivity is raised above the base setting of ISO equivalent, the same exposures can be achieved at faster shutter speeds, preventing blur.
Page Two-Button Reset Two-Button Reset The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the two seconds these buttons are marked by a green dot. The monitor turns off briefly while settings are reset. Custom Settings are not affected. Option Image quality Image size Each of these modes offers a different degree of control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode Description Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Page Mode P Programmed Auto Mode P Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations.
This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in programmed auto: Rotate the mode dial to P. Page Mode A Aperture-Priority Auto Mode A Aperture-Priority Auto In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture from values between the minimum and maximum for the lens while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Aperture can be set to values between the minimum and max- imum values for the lens.
To prevent blurring caused by camera shake, use a tripod or an optional remote control Shutter speed Description bulb Shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is held down. Page Exposure Exposure Metering Controls used The metering method determines how the camera sets exposure.
The following options are available when the mode dial is rotated to P, S, A, or M matrix metering is used in other modes : Method Description Recommended in most situations.
Camera meters a wide area of the frame Matrix and instantly sets exposure according to distribution of brightness, color, dis- tance, and composition for natural results. Except as otherwise expressly provided herein, the provisions of section 3 and section 4 together with any provisions that by their express terms apply to periods after termination of this Agreement, shall survive termination of this Agreement for any reason. Other products.
Download Center D40X. D40X Other products. Manuals Manuals Firmware Software. Title Language Size. User's Manual English 8. Firmware Manuals Firmware Software. Download firmware for Nikon digital products firmware being the built-in software that controls cameras and other devices. Note that a card reader or other equipment may be required for some firmware updates.
You will get no tired hand then. This camera is coming to provide good device in compact body size, portably design and easy to use system. This also offers you variable ISO sensitivity that ranges from — plus HI 1 that can be extended up to It has large LCD screen on the rear camera which is in 2.
This also has bigger viewfinder view of x0. Further, based on the Nikon D40X manual, you will find it has 3. You will also have 3. It provided faster connection through USB 2. For another camera with similar specification, read: Nikon D40 Manual. Page 47 Flash Mode The flash modes available depend on the mode currently selected with the mode dial.
Flash modes are described below. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of 60cm 2ft. If ISO sensitivity is raised above the base setting of ISO equivalent, the same exposures can be achieved at faster shutter speeds, preventing blur.
Page Two-Button Reset Two-Button Reset The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the two seconds these buttons are marked by a green dot. The monitor turns off briefly while settings are reset. Custom Settings are not affected. Option Image quality Image size Each of these modes offers a different degree of control over shutter speed and aperture: Mode Description Camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure.
Page Mode P Programmed Auto Mode P Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations.
This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in programmed auto: Rotate the mode dial to P. Page Mode A Aperture-Priority Auto Mode A Aperture-Priority Auto In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture from values between the minimum and maximum for the lens while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure.
Aperture can be set to values between the minimum and max- imum values for the lens. To prevent blurring caused by camera shake, use a tripod or an optional remote control Shutter speed Description bulb Shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is held down.
Page Exposure Exposure Metering Controls used The metering method determines how the camera sets exposure. The following options are available when the mode dial is rotated to P, S, A, or M matrix metering is used in other modes : Method Description Recommended in most situations. Camera meters a wide area of the frame Matrix and instantly sets exposure according to distribution of brightness, color, dis- tance, and composition for natural results.
Page Autoexposure Lock Autoexposure Lock If the subject is not in the metered area when center-weighted or spot metering is used, exposure will be based on lighting conditions in the background and the main subject may not be correctly exposed. This can be prevented by using autoexposure lock. Select mode P, S, or A and choose center-weighted or spot metering exposure lock has no effect in mode M. It is available only in P, S, and A modes and is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections.
Page White Balance Use under incandescent lighting. Use under fluorescent lighting. Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight. Use with built-in flash or optional Nikon flash units. Use in daylight under overcast skies. Use in daylight with subjects in the shade.
Use gray or white object or existing photograph as reference for white balance The following operations can be performed in full-frame playback: View additional photographs View photo Page Photo Information Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback.
File Information Protect status Protect status The following operations can be performed: Zoom in and out View other areas of image View other images Cancel zoom Delete photo Protect photo Exit to shooting Shutter button Page Protecting Photographs From Deletion Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, and thumbnail playback, the button can be used to protect photo- graphs from accidental deletion.
The supplied PictureProject software can then be used to copy photographs to the computer, where they can be organized, retouched, and printed. During Transfer Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress.
Page 70 Connecting the Printer Before printing, check that the camera battery is fully charged. The menu shown at right will be displayed.
Press the multi selector up or down to highlight an option and press to the right to select. Page 72 Printing Multiple Pictures To print multiple pictures or create an index print listing all JPEG photographs as small thumbnail images, press the the PictBridge playback display. Page 76 To modify menu settings: Display menus. Select menu. Position cursor in selected menu. Display options. Make selection.
Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit the menus and return to shooting mode. The monitor will turn off. Option Description Delete Page Playback Folder Playback Folder Choose a folder for playback: Option Description Only photos in the folder currently selected for Folders in the setup menu are displayed during playback. This option is Current selected automatically when a photo is taken. If a memory card default is inserted and this option selected before photos have been taken, a message stating that the folder contains no images will The following options are available: Option Description Frame interval Choose how long each picture will be displayed.
Start slide show. Option Description Optimize images according to scene. After adjusting set- tings, highlight Done and press OK.
Choose high settings for sharp outlines, low set- tings for softer outlines. Page 83 Measuring a Value for Preset White Balance Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. A standard gray card can be used as a reference in studio settings. Do alter exposure from the value selected by the camera; when shooting in mode M, use the electronic analog exposure display to select optimum exposure.
Note that if a new value is measured for white balance, white balance will be set to the mea- sured value even if Use photo is currently selected in the preset white balance menu. Page Custom Settings Custom Settings Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences.
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