Nikon F6 Brochure & Specs - User Manual - PDF Download
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Nikon's top-of-the-line F-SLR, the F6, signifies the depth and breadth of
our vision for truly high-quality photography. The F6 has been refined to a
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degree other manufacturers will be hard-pressed to match. Mechanical
innovations offer greatly enhanced stability and durability, and enable quieter
operation than ever. Advanced electronic improvements deliver extremely
high-speed, high-quality performance. The F6 also follows Nikon's long-
standing tradition for extensive system compatibility. And the ergonomics --
the carefully sculpted exterior design, the button and dial design and layout
-- make the F6 incredibly attractive while significantly increasing operational
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intuitiveness and comfort. Every attribute of the camera has been examined,
evaluated and polished to provide experienced photographers with a film
SLR of amazing precision and remarkable durability.
Nikon's F6 affords a pure, gratifying photographic experience
comparable to no other.
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The Ultimate in Film SLR Evolution.
HUSHED INTEGRITY -- The influence of state-of-the-art mechanics is evident in the highly refined sound of the F6 in action.
Extraordinary Precision
Shutter Monitor
High-precision shutter unit No shutter unit in any other camera comes close to matching the precision of the F6's assembly. Created from cutting-edge materials -- DuPontTM KEVLAR® and a special aluminum alloy -- the blades of the shutter unit offer unparalleled reliability and are extremely lightweight, for lightning-quick movement. For enhanced accuracy, during shutter unit development, the movement of the blades is carefully analyzed using a high-speed video camera and computer simulations, enabling unprecedented precision even at shutter speeds of up to 1/8,000 second. Shutter accuracy is maintained by the Shutter Monitor, which scrutinizes every single shutter release. Should the shutter speed vary even slightly from the calibrated speed, the camera automatically compensates to maintain accurate exposure. The ultimate in precision and reliability, under even the most demanding conditions.
High-speed mirror balancing A sophisticated mirror balance mechanism reduces the time required to lower the mirror. The F6's Mirror Balancer, in addition to
minimizing mirror bounce, extends viewing time, allowing more time for AF operation -- this is one reason the F6 can offer autofocus and Focus Tracking at motor speeds of up to 8fps, shot after wonderful shot. In conjunction with the bright, easy-to-view 0.74x viewfinder, the Mirror Balancer provides distinct advantages that give you sharper views whenever and wherever the moment happens to occur.
Minimized operational sound and vibration In order to subdue the operational sounds, Nikon engineers used a professional audio room to properly measure their frequencies. The degree to which every part of the camera would be subjected was measured. The implementation of floating-type designs for the shutter unit, aperture control mechanics and shutter charge motor have significantly suppressed internal vibrations. This approach has resulted in virtually noise-free movement, diminished to levels unheard of with other SLR cameras. The F6 has been refined for absolute minimum vibration, to levels below detection by the human ear.
Highly efficient mechanics The development of the F6 marks the first time 3D computer movement analysis has ever been applied to an SLR. This technique reveals the degree of power distributed to or generated by particular components in specific directions. This made it possible for us to optimize the mechanical operation of the camera with fewer parts, leading to lower power consumption and higher durability.
Rear chassis -- film rewind and shutter charge mechanism
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Supreme Sensitivity
VISUAL BRILLIANCE -- The 0.74x viewfinder portrays radiant colors in every hue imaginable, and the F6's superior electronics do the rest.
AF sensors for 11-area wide autofocus system
Autofocus
11-Area High-Speed Autofocus System Featuring eleven AF sensors -- including nine cross-type sensors which cover the greater part of the viewing area -- the MultiCAM2000 AF sensor module responds quickly and delivers razor-sharp focus even in the most challenging situations. The cross-type sensors function with all AF NIKKOR lenses with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster, and enable enhanced small or low-contrast subject detection. Furthermore, large sensors help make possible smooth, swift AF operation with markedly wider defocus detection capability.
Dynamic AF Operation Even when shooting a moving subject, the F6's Dynamic AF ensures highly precise focusing, by shifting rapidly to the focus area to which the subject has moved. In Dynamic AF mode, one of three available modes, you can assign top priority to the most suitable focus area for your composition. Engage Closest-Subject-Priority Dynamic AF mode to have the F6 select the appropriate area for you. And for optimum results when attempting to capture a moving subject, use Group Dynamic AF mode.
AF Area Mode selector Select several adjacent focus areas (center, top, bottom, left, right), and the camera automatically focuses on the center focus area of the selected areas.
Exposure M e t e r i n g
3D Color Matrix Metering
The F6's 3D Color Matrix Metering offers
enhanced precision thanks largely to an
improved scene-detecting algorithm. It analyzes numerous aspects of the scene conditions -- including brightness, contrast,
RGB Sensor for exposure metering
selected focus area, subject-to-camera dis-
tance and color -- and compares them to the
reference information of more than 30,000
actual scenes in the database, ensuring
super-precise exposure control and faithfully
preserving the ambience of the scene.
Flexible Center-Weighted and Spot Metering Nikon's own Flexible Center-Weighted Metering provides you with the option of selecting the size of the sensing area from Custom Settings. And Spot Metering changes to correspond with the focus area you've selected.
Flash Control
i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash The F6 supports the i-TTL Flash Control system, providing outstanding results and myriad creative possibilities. Nikon's Creative Lighting System, the most advanced flash control system anywhere, uses a new algorithm and a brighter, shorter Monitor Pre-flash to lift the precision of i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash even beyond that of Nikon's acclaimed 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash systems. Furthermore, the Creative Lighting System allows you to employ advanced flash techniques including Advanced Wireless Lighting and FV (Flash Value) Lock.
TTL Multi Sensor for i-TTL flash control
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ENDURE ALL ELEMENTS -- The strength to weather nature's most rugged conditions.
Remarkable Reliability
Actual photo from dust resistance testing
Harsh environmental testing To ensure the high level of durability you expect from a Nikon F series SLR, the F6 has been subjected to rigorous testing. Even the lubricants applied to gear parts are carefully tested to assure peak performance in extreme temperatures and high humidity. The F6's astonishing reliability is a function of Nikon's "right material for the right place" approach. Our engineers considered countless situations of potential camera use, then submitted the F6 to real-life testing to ensure exceptional dependability wherever and whenever you shoot.
body and covers (top, bottom); strategically placed rubber surfaces; an easy-to-grip texture, and a shutter that has undergone testing to assure accurate release up to and beyond 150,000 cycles. The F6 features the strength, rigidity and durability to perform whenever you need it. Put it to the test and see for yourself.
Multiple power sources The F6's standard power source, two CR123A 3V lithium batteries, enables highspeed film advance at 5.5 fps. Or you can go with the optional, multifaceted Multi-Power High Speed Battery Pack MB-40 that offers
Multi-Power High Speed Battery Pack MB-40
Camera ergonomics In our quest for new levels of ergonomic achievement, we've left no part of the camera's exterior ignored. The first time you handle the F6, you're seduced by the strikingly comfortable, ergonomic design. Every curve, every undulation has been accomplished through advanced computer-aided design. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Nikon spent unprecedented amounts of time sculpting the contours of the grip, to ensure greater comfort and balance in the hand even during extended use. The button and dial design and layout are every bit as intelligent as they are attractive.
up to 8 fps film advance. It requires either eight AA-size batteries or the outstanding Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a (also compatible with the D2 series). The MB-40 offers outstanding vertical shooting operation, as it incorporates a shutter release button, AF Start button, Multi-selector and Command Dials.
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a
Quick Charger MH-21
Unrivaled durability Imagine, as a photographer, the places or conditions in which you are most concerned about the toughness of your photographic tools. Now look at the F6 -- an aluminumalloy die-cast chassis; magnesium-alloy front
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F F ormidable lexibility
Exposure modes Programmed Auto (P) mode offers automatic shutter speed and aperture settings. In Flexible Program, rotate the Main-Command Dial to choose settings other than those automatically selected. ShutterPriority Auto (S) lets you manually set shutter speeds ranging from 1/8,000 to 30 seconds. In Aperture-Priority Auto (A), you can choose from available apertures in 1/3 EV steps. For complete control over exposure settings, select Manual (M) mode.
Exposure compensation/AE Bracketing Control exposure compensation manually from +5 EV to 5 EV in 1/3 EV steps. Automatic Bracketing allows you to shoot the same scene two to seven times at exposure values differing in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV.
up to 5.5 fps (or 8 fps with optional MultiPower High Speed Battery Pack MB-40), and Continuous Silent (CS) for nearly silent operation at approximately 1 fps.
Data back functions Access built-in data back functions easily via the rear LCD panel and Multi Selector. Functions include data imprint (in-frame or between-frame), Multiple exposure and Interval timer. You also have control over 41 Custom Settings. The recorded data of each shot can be downloaded to your computer as text data via optional Data Reader MV-1, which is equipped with a CF (CompactFlashTM) card.
Exposure data display (rear LCD)
Film advance modes Four modes are available: Single (S), Continuous Low-Speed (CL) for up to approximately 2 frames per second (fps), Continuous High-Speed (CH) for
Custom Setting Menu
Custom Setting options (Autofocus)
Custom
You can personalize your F6 exactly as you wish. Any of the 41 Custom Settings (in six groups) can be easily selected and adjusted, as they are clearly displayed on the rear LCD panel.
C: Bank select
Groups of custom settings are stored in four banks (A, B, C and D) R: Reset CSM Select one of the banks above to reset all of its Custom Settings to the factory values.
a: Autofocus a1: AF-C priority operation a2: AF-S priority operation a3: Group dynamic AF operation a4: AF Activation a5: Focus area illumination a6: Focus area selection a7: Vertical AF start button a8: M/A mode
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b: Metering/Exposure b1: EV step for shutter speed/aperture b2: EV step for exposure compensation b3: Exposure compensation by Command Dial only b4: Diameter of CenterWeighted metering area b5: Extended shutter speed in M mode
Settings
b6: Compensation for focusing screen
c: Timer/Lock c1: AE lock operation c2: AE-L/AF-L operation c3: AF-ON/AE-L button operation c4: Auto meter-off duration c5: Self-timer duration
d: Shoot/Display d1: Film loading operation d2: Film rewind operation d3: Film leader status after rewind d4: Last frame number for auto rewind d5: Film advance speed (fps) for CH mode with MB-40 d6: DX warning d7: Rear LCD panel information
d8: Imprint density d9: MB-40 battery indication e: Bracketing/Flash e1: Top flash sync speed
setting e2: Slowest flash sync speed
setting e3: AA flash mode e4: Modeling flash activation
by depth-of-field preview button
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e5: AE/Flash bracketing e6: Exposure bracketing in
M mode e7: Bracketing order e8: Bracketing setting
operation f: Controls
f1: Center click of Multiselector
f2: AE meter/AF activation by Multi-selector
f3: FUNC button assignment f4: Command Dials' function f5: Button press-and-release
operation
Extra Lighting
Speedlight
SB-800
Speedlight
SB-600
Speedlight
SB-400
A
B
The master SB-800 attached to the F6 is fitted with an orange color filter for frontal illumination. Each of Group A's two SB800s has a Diffusion Dome SW-10H attached, and provides illumination for the woman on the balcony, while Group B's two SB-800s are each fitted with an orange color filter for illumination of the mariachis to the right.
Nikon Creative Lighting System The Nikon F6, when used with equipment compatible with Nikon's Creative Lighting System, supports a full range of the most advanced flash capabilities including i-TTL flash control. The system elevates Nikon's flash control capabilities to unprecedented heights of precision and performance.
Advanced Wireless Lighting Wireless multiple flash can be performed just as easily as with an on-camera Speedlight, affording you the freedom to explore the limitless creative potential of the system. You can also enjoy comprehensive control over scene lighting when using Nikon's i-TTL Speedlights SB-800/SB-600/SB-R200 as
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they can be separated into as many as four groups (the master* and three iTTL Speedlight groups). Control independent flash mode settings and adjustment of compensation values for each group's flash output level via the master. To pre-check a scene for illumination and shadows, there's the Modeling Flash function. And each group can comprise as many Speedlights as you want, virtually putting you in total command of background lighting.
*SU-800 can be used as a master to trigger remote unit. SB-600 or SB-R200 cannot be used as a master unit.
Modeling Flash This is useful for checking illumination levels and the shadows cast on the subject before actually taking the picture.
Powerful, Intelligent, Complete Serves as Master, Commander or Remote Unit in Advanced Wireless Lighting
Guide number (ISO 100, m): 38 (with zoom head set at 35mm) Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 70.5 x 129.5 x 93.0mm Weight (without batteries): Approx. 350g
Practical, Intelligent, Indispensable Serves as Remote Unit in Advanced Wireless Lighting
Guide number (ISO 100, m): 30 (with zoom head set at 35mm) Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 75.5 x 125.0 x 88.4mm Weight (without batteries): Approx. 300g
Compact, Intelligent, Versatile i-TTL and Bounce Flash Capability
Guide number (ISO 100, m): 21 Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 66.0 x 56.5 x 80.0mm Weight (without batteries): Approx. 127g Note: i-TTL flash control and FV Lock are available with the SB-400.
Group A
Group B
Group C
Master
Master Group A Group B Group C
Flash mode setting
Monitor Pre-flash activation
Flash Actual output level flash for
setting shooting
Flashes for data transmission Monitor Pre-flash
Mirror up
Data transmission from the master unit
Shutter opens
Advanced Wireless Lighting procedure Flash mode and other types of information are transmitted from the master unit in the form of a series of low-level flashes to each remote unit. In TTL mode, the camera's RGB metering sensor detects Monitor Pre-flashes to determine each flash unit's flash output level.
Auto FP High-Speed Sync Enables fill-flash photography even in bright conditions at wide apertures with shallow depth of field unhindered by the standard 1/250 second flash sync. Once the mode is activated, the F6's rapid flash synchronization makes available shutter speeds faster than the camera's flash sync speed.
Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator can be used with all 11 focus areas to provide autofocus capability in dim lighting -- even when you change the focus area.
Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800* For easy command of wireless remote Speedlight operation.
Distance-Priority Manual Flash (SB-800 only) In this mode, the SB-800 automatically controls light output according to the distance value and set aperture. This means that even when shooting at different apertures, you can take pictures having the same exposure.
Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 This newly developed Speedlight system is fully compatible with Nikon's Creative Lighting System and enables easy and versatile close-up flash and wireless multiple-flash shooting. The R1C1 comes equipped with SU-800, two SB-R200s, and a variety of accessories.
The flash can fire up to approximately 3 seconds while the button is pressed.
Flash Value Lock (FV Lock) Flash Value represents the degree of flash exposure for a given subject. Engaging FV Lock maintains the desired flash exposure during zooming or recomposition, allowing you to concentrate on the scene's lighting.
Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1
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Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200* Flexible, dependable flash control. Can be handheld, clamped on a stand or attached to the lens using the SX-1. The lighting angle can be adjusted by tilting the flash head.
Attachment Ring SX-1 Allows quick-and-easy attachment/ detachment of SB-R200 Speedlights to the lens.
* These products can be purchased separately.
The Optics
Nikon F-mount Nikon's legendary lens mount compatibility allows you to use any NIKKOR lens in the incredibly deep, varied lineup. Even with older non-CPU lenses, Color Matrix Metering can still be performed after programming the lens' focal length and maximum aperture in the camera's memory. The F6 can store this data for as many as ten non-CPU lenses at a time.
Nikon's exclusive lens technologies Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) delivers fabulous contrast and color rendition. Chromatic aberration is minimized by Extra-low Dispersion (ED) and new Super ED glass elements. Nikon's own Close-Range Correction (CRC) offers superb quality throughout the zoom range. The Silent Wave Motor (SWM) greatly enhances precision and reduces noise in AF operation. And Vibration Reduction (VR) compensates for image blur caused by camera shake.
AF Zoom-NIKKOR Lenses
AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED (1.7x)
AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED (2.1x)
AF Zoom-Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED (1.9x)
AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED (2.9x)
AF Zoom-Nikkor 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF (3.5x)
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED (5.0x)
AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED (2.5x)
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED (2.9x)
AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G (4.3x)
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED (4.3x)
AF Zoom-Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D ED (2.5x)
AF VR Zoom-Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED (5.0x)
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED (2.0x)
AF Single-Focal-Length NIKKOR Lenses
AF Nikkor 14mm f/2.8D ED
AF Fisheye-Nikkor 16mm f/2.8D
AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D
AF Nikkor 24mm f/2.8D
AF Nikkor 28mm f/2.8D
AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D
AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D
AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D
AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D
AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D IF
AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D
AF DC-Nikkor 105mm f/2D
AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D
AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED
AF-S VR Nikkor 200mm f/2G IF-ED
Lens Compatibility Chart (DX and IX-NIKKOR lenses cannot be used.)
Lens
AF-S & D-/G-type AF Nikkors 2 AF-S & AF-I Teleconverters 4
Focusing
Electronic
AF
Range-
finder 1
1
P mode
Exposure mode
S mode
A mode
M mode
Metering system
Color Matrix
CenterWeighted
Spot
3
3
Non-D-type AF Nikkors
5
5
AI-P-type Nikkors
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AI-type Nikkors
--
--
--
6
7
Reflex-Nikkors
--
--
--
--
--
8
7, 8
PC-Nikkor
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--
--
9
10
6
7
D-type PC-Nikkor 11
--
12
--
--
--
3
AI-type Teleconverters
--
--
--
6
7
Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-6 13
--
--
--
14
15
6,16
16
7, 16
Compatible -- Incompatible
1 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster.
2 G-type NIKKOR has no aperture ring. Aperture should be selected from camera body.
3 3D Color Matrix Metering is selected.
4 Compatible with AF-S and AF-I NIKKOR lenses except AF-S 1735mm f/2.8D IF-ED, AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED, AF-S VR 24-120mm
f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED and AF-S 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED.
5 When AF 80-200mm f/2.8 is used in a telephoto zoom position at close range, the image on the clear matte
field may not coincide with the focus indication. In this case, focus manually using clear matte field.
6 With focal length and maximum aperture registered in "setting lens data".
7 Exposure metering area is locked to the center focus area.
mined before shifting.
11 The camera's exposure metering and flash control system do not work properly when shifting and/or tilting the lens, or when using an aperture other than the maximum aperture.
12 Without shifting and/or tilting the lens.
8 Go to "b6: Screen Comp." in Custom Settings and adjust the compensation value as indicated on the supplied "Focusing Screen Selector Chart".
9 By stop-down metering. Exposure is determined by pre-setting lens aperture. Exposure must also be determined before shifting; use AE/AF-L button before shifting.
10 By stop-down metering. Exposure is determined by pre-setting lens aperture. Exposure must also be deter-
13 Auto Extension Ring PK-11A, 12 or 13 is necessary.
14 By stop-down metering. Exposure is determined by stopping-down aperture on the bellows. Exposure must also be determined before shooting.
15 By stop-down metering.
16 Go to "b6: Screen Comp." in Custom Settings and select "+0.5".
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AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED
AF-S VR Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/4D IF-ED
AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8G ED VR
AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4G ED VR
AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4G ED VR
Manual NIKKOR Lenses
AF-S Teleconverter AF-S Teleconverter AF-S Teleconverter
TC-14E II
TC-17E II
TC-20E II
Nikkor 20mm f/2.8
Nikkor 24mm f/2.8
Nikkor 28mm f/2.8
Nikkor 35mm f/1.4
Nikkor 50mm f/1.2
Nikkor 50mm f/1.4
Micro-Nikkor 55mm f/2.8
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Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8
PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D
The System
Viewfinder Accessories
Interchangeable Focusing Screens A wide choice of high-quality ground glass screens ideal for manual focusing or compositional aides, without influencing autofocus performance. There are seven types available (B, U, E, M, J, A, and L).
Type B: This standard screen offers unobstructed viewing and easy focusing on its overall matte surfaces.
Eyepiece Correction Lenses DK-17C Five optional eyepiece correction lenses allow you to adjust the diopter beyond its standard range of 3 to +2m-1.
Rubber Eyecup DK-19 Increases viewing comfort and prevents stray light from entering the viewfinder.
Type U: For lenses with focal lengths longer than 200mm.
Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK-17A Features a special surface coating to reduce fogging on the eyepiece.
Right-Angle Viewing Attachment DR-5 Provides an upright, frontward-facing image with right-angle viewing. Select a reproduction ratio of 1:1 or 2:1.
Type E: Grid lines for accurate picture composition of architectural subjects.
Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2 Provides 2x magnification of the central portion of the viewfinder image. Requires optional Eyepiece Adapter DK18 for attachment to the F6.
Magnifying Eyepiece DK-17M Magnifies the finder image approximately 1.2 times. Widens the diopter adjustment range for both the + and sides.
Type M: This shows cross hair and millimeter scales. Ideal for high-magnification close-ups and astrophotography.
Close-up Accessories
Auto Extension Rings PK-12/13 Slides on and off your camera in seconds for a wide range of reproduction ratios.
* G-type lenses cannot be used.
Type J: Equipped with a microprism for use with manual focusing.
Bellows Attachment PB-6 Mounts between body and lens for close-up and macro photography. Optional accessories include PB-6E Extension Bellows, PB-6M Macro Copy Stand and PS-6 Slide Copying Adapter.
Type A: Features a matte Fresnel field with split-image rangefinder and microprism collar.
Bellows Spacer PB-6D Enables you to move the camera on the PB-6 rail without interference. Also allows horizontal/vertical changeover anywhere along the rail.
Macro Adapter Ring BR-2A Enables lenses to be mounted in reverse
Type L: Same as Type A but with split-image rangefinder line at a 45° angle.
DR-5
DG-2 Eyepiece Correction Lenses
DK-19
DK-17A PB-6D
DK-17M
PK-12 PK-13
PG-2
BR-2A
PB-6
ML-3 MC-36
MC-30 MV-1
for a relatively high reproduction ratio.
Focusing Stage PG-2 Simplifies close-up focusing when using a tripod-mounted camera.
Remote control accessories
Modulite Remote Control Set ML-3 Enables fully automatic camera operation from a distance of up to 8 meters (26 ft.) via an infrared beam. There are two channels available.
Remote Cord MC-36 (0.85m/2.8 ft.) Enables remote firing of a camera, setting of Interval Timer and Long Time Exposure. Features illuminated LCD panel.
Remote Cord MC-30 (0.8m/2.6 ft.) Enables remote firing with a trigger-lock function.
Remote Cord MC-22 (1m/3.3 ft.) Useful for connection to shutter triggering device.
Extension Cord MC-21 (3m/9.8 ft.) Available for 10-pin remote accessories.
Connecting Cord MC-23 (0.4m/1.3 ft.) Connects two F6 cameras for simultaneous shutter release.
Data Communication Accessories
Data Reader MV-1 Transfers shooting data stored in the F6 to a CompactFlashTMcard. Data then can be transferred from the memory card to your personal computer in the text (.txt) file format. Compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems.
Nikon Film Scanners
SUPER COOLSCAN 5000 ED/ COOLSCAN V ED These scanners enable high-quality scanning with a true optical resolution of 4,000 dpi, delivering exceptionally sharp digital images. The award-winning 5000 ED offers unmatched scanning speeds of 20 seconds per image -- there's no more efficient way to create an archive of shots you've captured with your F6.
SUPER COOLSCAN 5000 ED
COOLSCAN V ED
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SPEEDLIGHTS
Speedlight SB-400
Power Bracket Unit SK-6A
Speedlight SB-800
High-Performance Battery Pack SD-8A
Speedlight SB-800
TTL Remote Cord SC-28, 29
Speedlight SB-600
FINDER ACCESSORIES
Interchangeable Focusing Screen Type B / Type U / Type E / Type M / Type J / Type A / Type L
Rubber Eyecup DK-19
Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2
Right-Angle Viewing Attachment DR-5
Eyepiece Correction Lenses DK-17C
(-3, -2, 0, +1, +2m-1)
Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK-17A
Eyepiece Adapter DK-18
Magnifying Eyepece DK-17M
* Focus brackets and 12mm-dia. center circle are not etched on the focusing screens.
REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES
Speedlight SB-600
POWER SOURCES
Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1
Quick Charger MH-22
Multi-Power High Speed Battery Pack
MB-40
Quick Charger MH-21
Battery
Chamber Cover
Rechargeable
BL-3
Li-ion Battery Pack EN-EL4a
CLOSE-UP ACCESSORIES
Auto Extension Auto Extension
Ring PK-11A
Ring PK-12
Auto Extension Ring PK-13
Auto Extension Ring PN-11
Double Cable Release AR-10
Adapter Cord MC-25
Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-6
Bellows Spacer PB-6D
Macro Copy Stand PB-6M
Slide Copying Adapter PS-6
Extension Bellows PB-6E
Focusing Stage PG-2
Macro Adapter Ring BR-2A
Adapter Ring BR-3
Slide Copy Adapter ES-1
Macro Adapter Ring BR-5
Modulite Remote Control Set ML-3
Remote Cord MC-36
Remote Cord MC-30
Remote Cord MC-22
Remote Cord MC-36
Data Reader MV-1
DATA COMMUNICATION ACCESSORIES
CASE/STRAPS, etc.
Extension Cord MC-21
Remote Cord MC-30
Connecting Cord MC-23
Remote Cord MC-22
Adapter Cord MC-25
Two-Pin Remote Accessories
Body Cap BF-1A
Hand Strap AH-4
Semi-Soft Case CF-64
Neckstraps AN-6W / AN-6Y / AN-7
AN-4Y / AN-4B AN-1 / AN-19
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The Controls
Specifications
1 2 3 4
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Nomenclature 1 Shutter release button 2 Power switch 3 Sub-Command Dial 4 Depth-of-field preview button 5 Function button 6 Self-timer indicator LED 7 Film advance mode selector lock
release 8 Sync terminal 9 10-pin terminal ! Lens release button " Focus mode selector # Eyepiece shutter lever $ Viewfinder
6 7 8
9
Film rewind
!
You can choose automatic or
manual film rewind. Automatic
film rewind at the end of film
"
roll is also possible. It takes
approximately 9 seconds to
rewind a 36-exposure film roll.
(Approx. 4 seconds with the MB-
40 attached.)
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= Function button
Customize the Function Button to
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perform the task you want --
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including FV Lock, AE-L/AF-L, Flash Cancel and Metering
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Multi-selector
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Lets you select focus area when
shooting; enables quick and easy
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scrolling and setting of the F6's
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extensive Menu controls.
V
% Auto Exposure Bracketing/Film rewind (R2) button
& Command lock button ( Rear LCD panel ) Film confirmation window ~ Film speed (ISO) button + MENU button , Flash sync mode button - INFO button . Metering system selector lock release / Metering system selector : Diopter adjustment knob ; AE/AF-L button < AF start button = Main-Command Dial
> Multi-selector ? Multi-selector lock lever @ AF Area mode selector [ Film rewind (R1) button \ Camera strap eyelet ] Film rewind crank ^ Film advance mode _ Exposure mode button { Exposure compensation button | Camera strap eyelet } Top LCD panel V Accessory shoe
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Viewfinder Information
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2
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1 12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering area
2 Focus area (focus brackets) 3 Electronic analog exposure
display 4 Exposure compensation 5 Auto Exposure Bracketing 6 Auto Exposure Lock 7 Shutter speed lock 8 Aperture lock 9 Focus indicators ! Metering system
" FV lock # Exposure mode $ Sync speed % Shutter speed & Aperture stop ( Aperture ) Multiple exposure ~ Battery power + Frame counter/Exposure com-
pensation value , Flash ready-light
Top LCD Panel Indications
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6 7
1 Shutter speed 2 Shutter speed lock 3 Sync speed 4 Electronic analog exposure
display 5 Exposure mode 6 Flexible program 7 Battery power
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8 Aperture lock 9 Aperture ! Aperture stop " Auto Exposure Bracketing # Frame counter $ Exposure compensation value % Exposure compensation
Rear LCD Panel Shooting Data Indications (Normal*)
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2 3
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5
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1 ISO 2 EV steps in Auto Exposure
Bracketing 3 Auto Exposure Bracketing 4 Flash sync mode 5 Custom Setting 6 Focus area 7 Film speed
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8 DX 9 Auto Exposure Bracketing status ! Multiple exposures " Number of shots in multiple
exposure # Data imprint $ Lens number % AF servo mode
*In addition to Normal display, Detailed and Large displays are available.
Type of camera: Integral-motor autofocus 35mm single-lens reflex with electronically controlled focal-plane shutter
Exposure modes: Programmed Auto (Flexible Program possible), Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual
Picture format: 24 x 36mm (standard 35mm film format)
Lens mount: Nikon F mount (with AF coupling, AF contacts)
Lenses usable: NIKKOR and Nikon lenses having Nikon F mount* * With limitations; see chart on page 14
Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level pentaprism, built-in diopter adjustment (-2.0 to +1m-1)
Eyepoint: 18mm (at 1.0m-1)
Focusing screen: B-type BriteView Clear Matte Screen II, interchangeable with six other optional focusing screens
Viewfinder frame coverage: Approx. 100%
Finder magnification: Approx. 0.74x with 50mm lens set to infinity at -1.0m-1
Viewfinder information: See page 18
Autofocus: TTL phase detection, Nikon Multi-CAM2000 autofocus module
Autofocus detection range: Approx. EV 1 to EV 19 (ISO 100, at normal temperature)
Focus modes: Single Servo AF and Continuous Servo AF, and Manual
Focus Tracking: Automatically activated in Single Servo AF or Continuous Servo AF
Focus area: One -- or a group -- of 11 focus areas can be selected
AF Area Modes: Single Area AF, Dynamic AF, Group Dynamic AF or Dynamic AF with Closest-Subject Priority selectable
Focus lock: Focus is locked by pressing AE/AF-L button or lightly pressing shutter release button in Single Servo AF
Exposure metering: Three built-in exposure meters -- 3D Color Matrix, Center-Weighted and Spot
Metering range (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens): EV 0 to EV 20 in 3D Color Matrix and Center-Weighted, EV 2 to EV 20 in Spot
Exposure compensation: With exposure compensation button; ±5 EV range, in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 steps
Auto Exposure Bracketing: Number of shots: 2-7; compensation steps: 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV steps
Auto Exposure Lock: By pressing AE/AF-L button
Film speed setting: DX or Manual selectable (manual setting has priority over DX detected film speed); DX: ISO 25-5000, Manual: ISO 6-6400 in 1/3 steps
Shutter: Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter with built-in Shutter Monitor
Shutter speeds: 30 to 1/8,000 s (1/3 steps in S and M modes); Bulb setting available in M mode (Shutter speed can be prolonged to 30 minutes in M mode)
Accessory shoe: ISO518 hot-shoe contact digital data communication (sync contact, ready-light contact, TTL auto flash contact, monitor contact, GND), safety lock provided
Sync contact: X-contact only; flash synchronization up to 1/250 s (up to 1/8,000 s possible in AUTO FP High-Speed Sync)
Flash control: TTL flash control by combined five-segment TTL Multi Sensor with single-component IC and 1,005-pixel RGB sensor; i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash with SB-800/600; Film speed range in TTL auto flash: ISO 25-1000
Flash sync modes: Front-curtain sync (normal sync), Red-Eye Reduction, Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, Slow Sync, RearCurtain Sync
Flash ready-light: Lights up when the compatible Nikon Speedlight attached is fully charged; blinks (3 seconds after flash) for full output warning
Sync terminal: ISO519 terminal, lock screw provided
Creative Lighting System: Advanced Wireless Lighting, AUTO FP High-Speed Sync, Modeling flash, FV Lock and Wide Area AFAssist Illuminator available with SB-800/600 Speedlights (FV Lock available with SB-400)
Self-timer: Electronically controlled; timer duration: 10 seconds
Depth-of-field preview button: Press to stop-down lens aperture
Mirror lockup: Set using film advance mode selector
Film loading: Film automatically advances to first frame when camera back is closed
Film advance modes: Automatic advance with built-in motor; three modes available (S: One-frame advance, CL: Continuous low-speed shooting, CH: Continuous high-speed shooting, CS: Continuous silent-low-speed shooting)
Film advance speed: (With Continuous Servo AF (C), Manual exposure mode, shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster, 36-exposure film, CR123A-type lithium batteries [AA-type alkaline-manganese or Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a in Multi-Power High Speed Battery Pack MB-40]) CL: Approx. 2 fps [4 fps]; CH: Approx 5.5 fps [8 fps]; CS: Approx. 1 fps [2 fps]
Film rewind: Choice of automatic or manual; automatically rewinds at the end of film roll or when two film rewind buttons are pressed; rewind speed with 36-exposure film: Approx. 7 seconds (12 seconds in CS mode)
Multiple exposure: Activated via shooting menu
Interval timer: Activated via shooting menu
Top LCD panel information: See page 18
Rear LCD panel information: See page 18
Data imprint: Activated via shooting menu; in-frame, betweenframe and 0-frame imprint possible: film speed range: ISO 503200 (DX)
Internal clock: Built-in clock; 24-hour type; leap year adjustment until December 31, 2099
Camera back: Hinged back; film confirmation window, AF area mode selector, multi-selector, MENU button, film speed (ISO) button, flash sync mode button, INFO button, rear LCD panel, built-in data imprint unit
Shooting data: Recordable number of film rolls (36 exposures): Approx. 57 rolls in basic shooting data (13 items), Approx. 31 rolls in detailed shooting data (21 items)
10-pin remote terminal: Equipped
Power source: Battery holder MS-41 provided (two 3V lithium batteries); optional Multi-Power High Speed Battery Pack MB-40 and AA-type battery holder MS-40 available (for eight alkalinemanganese, lithium or Ni-MH batteries or one Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a); built-in backup battery
Power switch: Power ON, OFF and LCD panel illuminator
Exposure meter: Auto meter shut-off 8 seconds after power turned on if no operations are performed; activated by lightly pressing shutter release button or pressing AF start button after power is turned on
Battery power confirmation: N for sufficient power; indicates batteries are beginning to lose power; M
indicates batteries are just about exhausted, prepare fresh batteries; blinking M indicates replacement of batteries is necessary (shutter locks and rear LCD indications disappear)
Usable number of 36-exposure film rolls per set of fresh batteries (Approx.): The usable number of film rolls wass tested under the following conditions by Nikon.
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Test 1 Using an AF-S VR 24-120mm f/.3.5-5.6G IF-ED lens, Vibration Reduction function on, in Continuous Servo AF with film advance mode at S and shutter speed of 1/250 second. After lightly pressing the shutter release button for 8 seconds, autofocus operation covers the full range from infinity () to the closest distance and back to infinity () before each shot. After the exposure meter automatically turns off, the same operation follows for the next shot.
Battery/Temperature
20°C (68°F)
CR123A 3V lithium
15
LR6/AA-size alkaline (with MB-40) 10
R6/AA-size Ni-MH (with MB-40)
30
R6/AA-size lithium (with MB-40)
45
Rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL4a
35
(with MB-40)
10°C (14°F) 6 1 30 35 25
Test 2
Using an AF-S VR 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED lens, Vibration Reduction function
on, in Continuous Servo AF with film advance mode at CH and shutter
speed of 1/250 second. After lightly pressing the shutter release button for
3 seconds, autofocus operation covers the full range from infinity () to the
closest distance and back to infinity () three times before each shot. The
same operation follows for the next shot.
Battery/Temperature
20°C (68°F) 10°C (14°F)
CR123A 3V lithium
35
15
LR6/AA-size alkaline (with MB-40) 55
4
R6/AA-size Ni-MH (with MB-40)
55
50
FR6/AA-size lithium (with MB-40)
95
70
Rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL4a
65
50
(with MB-40)
Duration of Long Time (Bulb) exposure (Approx.):
Battery/Temperature
20°C (68°F) 10°C (14°F)
CR123A 3V lithium
5 hours
3 hours
LR6/AA-size alkaline (with MB-40) 6 hours 1.5 hours
R6/AA-size Ni-MH (with MB-40) 5 hours
4 hours
FR6/AA-size lithium (with MB-40) 8.5 hours
7 hours
Rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL4a
7 hours
6 hours
(with MB-40)
Tripod socket: 1/4 (ISO1222)
Custom Settings: 41 Custom Settings are available
Two-Button Reset: Pressing the MENU and INFO buttons simultaneously and holding them for more than 2 seconds resets various settings to their original default settings (with some exceptions)
Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 157 x 119 x 78.5mm (6.2 x 4.7 x 3.1 in.)
Weight (without batteries): Approx. 975g (34.4 oz.)
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