Nikon d40x manual

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 Focus lock can be used with any focus area. Page 39 Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be dis- abled if the camera is unable to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator may be dis- played and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus.

Page Manual Focus Manual Focus Controls used Use this option when the camera is unable to focus correctly using autofocus.

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 the first four are 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. 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 pressed. 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 built-in flash can not be used in , ital Vari-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. 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. 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. Instructions can be found on the download page. Although your device does not support this download service, it can be used to view download information.

Title Version Released. D40X Firmware A:Ver. Software Manuals Firmware Software. Download software for Nikon products. NX Studio Full Ver. ViewNX-i Full Ver. The D40x, with its much-improved 10MP sensor, was quickly brought into production. Nikon brought out the D60 as their new leader in the beginners digital SLR market in This left the D40x in the shade.

The D40x is easy to use for beginners. The controls are simple, and you can easily navigate the menu screens. The camera body is lightweight and feels nice to hold. And the images are excellent. This camera does the basics very well. You can pick up the D40x and start shooting from day one. But you can buy good quality ones online.

The prices might surprise you. This camera was designed for beginners, and it hits that target. The controls are easy to use, and the LCD Monitor is big enough to see the menu clearly. The quality and ease of use make it an excellent camera for experimentation.

It does have its limitations. And wildlife photographers will find the shutter sound frustrating. Non-professionals will still appreciate the compact and lightweight body. You can take the D40x out shooting without being weighed down. The F mount has been in use since , which means there are many F-type lenses available. It gives you excellent flexibility when selecting lenses. But the camera has no built-in autofocus system.

These allow you to use autofocus with the D40x. In many cases, the lens will be more expensive than the camera itself. The Nikon D40x has a The camera has the Nikon Image processing engine, which you will also find in the D80 and D models. Shoot at up to 3 frames per second: The D40X can fire continuously at a speed of up to 3 frames per second, capturing high-quality action sequences of children in sporting activities such as soccer, baseball and much more.

The large 2. Carefully designed color schemes help make changing camera settings easier than ever. Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL automatic flash control: Nikon's innovative i-TTL flash control evaluates flash exposure with incredible precision to achieve better automatic flash balance, delivering outstanding results.

The built-in flash is always at the ready bringing beautiful exposures to darkened conditions as well as adding a flash to outdoor situations for enhanced twilight shots or an added impact to daylight images. In low-light or back-light situations, added illumination from the built-in Speedlight can make the difference between an average snapshot or a dazzling one.

Each mode considers lighting conditions and possibilities, aperture, shutter speed, white balance, hue, tone, sharpening and more to make creative photography as simple as rotating the mode dial.

In-camera image editing: Highly versatile in-camera editing features through the retouch menu include: Nikon D-lighting, red-eye correction, image trimming, image overlay, monochrome black and white, sepia and cyanotype along with skylight, warm tone and custom color filter effects. This provides greater creative freedom, without the need for a computer, for those who prefer to send pictures directly to a printer.

New advanced help menu system with assist images: The D40X's newly introduced assist images help you select the appropriate settings for many camera features by showing an example image typical of that setting, as well as an advanced help menu for the current item selected.

The D40x's question mark icon? Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II: The D40X's 3D Color Matrix Metering II evaluates each scene for brightness, color, contrast, size and position of shadows and highlights, selected focus area and camera-to-subject distance, comparing that information against an onboard database of more than 30, actual photographic scenes.

The result delivers instantly and precisely determined exposures for each scene, even in challenging lighting conditions.