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We've Got You Covered Make Your Photography Matter with the Nikon Total Digital Imaging System So you have a digital SLR and an idea — a GREAT idea — for a photograph. Do you have all you need to make that idea hap- pen? A quick look through these pages and you'il know. Here you'll find all the accessories available for the Nikon D-SLR lineup: everything you need to realize your present ideas, and inspire new ones. Whether you are a seasoned pro- fessional or a passionate weekend shooter, we're sure you'll find something in this brochure that can help you craft better images. Every item found within is designed specifically for Nikon cameras, giving you seamless performance that truly brings out the best in you and your Nikon D-SLR. Got an idea? Make it happen. Here's where you start.

See what one Nikon Speedlight can do Easy, intelligent, amazing: The Nikon Creative Lighting System Make lighting work for you with wireless multiple Speedlights Turn good shots into great shots with Advanced Wireless Lighting pp4-5 pp6-7 Dramatic close-up Your file, your vision lighting made easy Capture NX Software: master post-production Explore fine details with flexible, wireless control Which Speedlight is right for you? Nikon Creative Lighting System compatible Speedlights pp10-11 Flash Accessories p12 Power when you need it View with clarity and comfort Battery packs and power Viewing attachments management Communication technology for any location GPS cable/wireless transmitters Close in on every subject Close-up accessories Steady shots — night or day Remote control accessories System diagram Nikkor lens lineup p22 Nikon digital SLRs

See what one Nikon Speedlight can do © Gr st Easy, intelligent, amazing: The Nikon Gordon Nash — Wedding photographer (U.S.A.] Creative Lighting System I shoot about 50 weddings à month, and nearly half of my images gl 1 SJ: need a Nikon Speedlight. | always have one 01 my c sera with Lighting is a vital component of all images, but the past another ready for sidedighting or other handheld effects. Each complexities of flash photography have made many photogra- Speedlight makes à dramatic difference to the finished image. For the . p above image, | used one 58-800 for side-lighting and a soft-focus filter phers — even seasoned ones — hesitant to explore its full potential. Not any more. Working photographers around the on the lens for à dreamy lc world are discovering how Nikon's Creative Lighting System

As a professional wedding photographer, | face 1g subjects, unpredictable shooting situations and limited prep time, so speed and brings simplicity and real-world usability to flash photography. intuition are vital 10 my succ ts why | dej 1e Nikon The key is Nikon's breakthrough i-TTL flash control technology. Creative Lighting Syste: ers so many options exposure and pi ready for that spe IS easy to use and With this at its core, Nikon Speedlights offer consistently accu- ct rate flash exposures that can adjust to nearly any lighting situa- mes. The tions you face. Nikon Speedlights communicate with your Nikon D-SLR to perform all the complex lighting calculations for you. al moment at all Creaïive Lighting System helps me do that hp/AMww.gordannash.com Nikon's exclusive monitor pre-flash offers precise feedback infor- mation, registering everything from available light and shadows Camera setting data: to color temperature and reflective surfaces within the scene. Se) D 0200 The camera also integrates information from its built-in database | buit-in Speedlight as of over 30,000 actual scenes to determine the ideal exposure — né commander and SB- à 800 (remote unit} all within a millisecond before each shutter release. Whether on Lans: AF 85m 71.80 top of the camera or used as a wireless remote unit, Nikon's Shutter speed. 1/125 se. LOIS CE Aperture: #22 Creative Lighting System offers the most dependable and con- Eposure mode-Aperture-Priariy Auto sistent flash exposure in the business. Flash mode: -TTL Image quality RAW

B Bright lights, big ideas - with only one Nikon Speedlight, you can: SB-800 attached © doe ebay Bounce flash © Gordon Nash Auto FP High-Speed Sync stops the action © ee Meñaly Shutter speed 1/3200 sec. Main subject$ exposure stays the same © Le Mal regardless of any composiional changes. Go the distance: more flash power The Speedlights built into Nikon D-SLRSs are smart and responsive, but sometimes your subject is far enough away that you simply need more flash power. Connect a Nikon external Speedlight and you can capture sub- jects at a much greater distance with more balanced illumination. Built-in Speedight Soften the light: bounce flash Direct light can be harsh and leave a distracting shadow LA behind your subject. Try turning : the flash head toward a wall or ceiling and you'll soften the light and get rid of the shadow, creating a more flattering atmosphere for portraits. Direct flash Capture the action: Auto FP High-Speed Sync Indispensable to outdoor pho- tography, this enables action- stopping shutter speeds with fill flash. It is also important to portraiture, allowing you to use larger apertures for a more pleasingly radiant ambient light. Your camera will automatically set itself to this mode if the shutter speed rises above the camera's standard flash sync speed of 1/250 second. Normal sync Maintain the exposure: Flash Value (FV) Lock The FV Lock (Flash Value Lock) A maintains the same flash value for correct exposure during a ss. sequence of photographs, : allowing you to zoom in on your subject, change the composi- tion or adjust the aperture, all without altering your intended exposure. That way you can concentrate on capturing your subject without worrying about adjust- ing the lighting. Original exposure Nikon's exclusive i-TTL: a higher level of accuracy The real breakthrough is Nikon's moni- tor pre-flash. I is designed to provide vour Nikon D-SLR with consistentiy accurate feedback information in order to achieve ideal flash output. This level of accuracy is found nowhere else AE * i-TIL Balance Fil-Fash Speedlight tips: Diffuser Use a diffuser above the flash to soft- en the light and eliminate harsh shad- ows. This is useful in almost any flash situation, includ- ing fil flash, for natural 4 Looking skin. Speedlight

Make lighting work for you with wireless Joe McNally — Photojournalist (U.S.A.) There have been many difficult lighting situations in my career where the Nikon Creative Lighting System literally amazed me by sorting out a proper exposure. The System offers incredibly high accuracy in most shooting scenarios. Miliseconds before each shot, the camera meter and Speedlight speak to each other, relaying and calculating massive amounts of lighting information — exposure variance, RGB, reflectance, distance and contrast, to name a few — all of which are constantiy shifing and changing. l've always said that no camera system will ever soive every problem, but Nikon cameras and the Creative Lighting System do a phenomenal job of sorting through the data to give you accurate exposures. This is a i major reason to use Nikon http://mwwjoemcenall.com Camera setting data: Camera and Speedight D2x and three SB-800s one on-camera mas: ter/commander and two remote units) Lens: AF-S DX 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED Shutter speed 1/160 sec. Aperture: f/14 Fposure mode: Aperture-Priarity Auto Flash mode: -TTL Image quality: RAW Turn good shots into great shots with Advanced Wireless Lighting You can accomplish a lot with just one Speedlight, but sometimes an image would benefit from more artistic illumina- tion. Adding more Speedlights not only adds depth to the scene but also character and charm to your subject. One of the great- est benefits that is singular to Nikon's Advanced Wireless Lighting is that controlling dozens of Speedlights is just as easy as controlling your on-camera Speedlight. And because it's wire- less, setting up your Speedlights can be done quickly and smoothly no matter where you're shooting. From the Master Speedlight located on top of your camera, you can control the flash output of three groups of wireless remote units, adding any number of Speedlights to each of these groups. Ad Group B to emphasize the middle ground and Group © for the background

Simply set everything to Nikon's exclusive i-TTL for consistently accu- rate exposures in even the most dif- ficult lighting situations. It's just as easy to explore alternate exposures by adjusting the flash exposure com- pensation of individual Speediight Gp mins he ma sujet fon groups. Or if you like, turn off a the side Speedlight group, or set everything to manual — all via the LCD panel on the Master Speedlight, all possible without ever leaving your camera. Multiple Speedlight control has never been this intuitive and fluid. No other lighting system comes close. Group C: Iluminates sa background Oncamera Commander Group B: luminates Group À: Iluminates . middle ground main subject You can control up to 4 groups of Speedlights, includ- ing the Master and 3 remote i-TTL Speedlight groups, 10 achieve complete control of your lighting environ ment. Al groups can be controlled from the Master, and there is no limit to how many you can use. Control it all from here. Set the flash made, turn Speedlight groups on or off and con. tro the flash exposure compensation for up 10 4 Speedlight groups from the Master Controller SB-800 $ LCD panel.

multiple Speedlights © dos MeNaly All images asie tom product shot by Joe Mel Speedlight tips: colored gels Selecting the right colored gel fil- ter is important, especially when vou want the flash to appear nat- ural alongside ambient light. For the outrigger canoë photograph {shown left}, an amber gel filter added extra warmth to the main subject while blending seamlessiy with the sunlight and overall color of the image. SB-600 Speedlights can serve as remote units in wireless lighting, while SB-800 Speedlights can serve as Master, Commander or separate remote units. Timing is crucial for location shooters. Here's how one photographer captured an aspiring dancer in 24 hours, and how the Nikon Creative Lighting System provided the speed and flexibility he needed. Bounce flash The iluminated space needed to be large enough for the dancer to move freely. Four S8-800 units were attached to the ballet bar to bounce light off the wall wo more SB-800 units bounced light off the floor. By bouncing light off the cream-colored wall and the wooden floor, the lighting achieved natural warmth Group B: Bounced ÆT _offthe ioor Dancer ce On-camera Commander | Group A: Bounced off the wal = = e = Seamless flash with mixed ambient lighting This shop had mixed light sources: fluorescent light along with sunlight from the window. To give the scene natural look, a diffuser is attached to an SB-800 and tilted toward the ceiling, with an additional wireless remote S8-800 iluminating the dancer from outside the window Dancer è On-camera La ms Mastey/Commander Qc tunias ton \ au wind Directional light for a dramatic exposure Shooting at sunset can offer beautiful ambient light, but in a narrow window of time. For a dramatic effect, two sets of SB-800 remote units illuminate the dancer from the front and the rear. After a few angle adjust- ments, there was a large enough volume of light to emphasize the dancer's shape appropriately

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Dramatic close-up lighting made easy Explore fine details with flexible, wireless control Detail can be crucial to the impact of an image. That's why Nikon offers the ultimate tools for creative and versatile close-up lighting. Designed to work seamlessly with Nikon's i-TTL Wireless Creative Lighting System, both the R1C1 and R1 bring an amazing level of simplicity and automation to the lighting process. Close-up lighting has countless uses for nearly every kind of sub- ject matter. Hobbyists enjoy capturing ornamental patterns found on coins, flowers and other small objects, while people photogra- phers take advantage of the shallow depth-of-field for intimate portraits. And with no wires to get in the way, you can handhold the Speedlights to make quick adjustments or to follow moving subjects, such as insects. From medical applications to food pho- tography, the R1C1 and R1 will make you see things differently. Both the R1C1 and R1 contain a comprehensive assortment of accessories, including the SW-11 Extreme Close-up Positioning Adapter, the SJ-R200 Color Filter Set, the SW-12 Set Diffuser, the SW-C1 Flexible Arm Clip and a set of five adapter rings to ensure the SX-1 Attachment Ring can be mounted on virtually any Nikkor lens designed for close-range photography. Whichever set is right for you, both make mastering close-up flash photography simple, fascinating and fun. © fat Natura team SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander Simple operation lets you easily command wireless remote Speedlight operation SX-1 Attachment Ring Allows easy attachment and detachment of SB-R200 Speedlights to the lens. SB-R200 Wireless Remote Speedlight Flexible, dependable flash control. Can be handheld, clamped on à stand or attached to the lens using the SX-1. The lighting angle can be adjusted by titing the flash head. R1C1 RICI comes equipped with the SU-800, two SB-R200 Speedlights, and more. Nikon Wireless Close-up Speedlight System

RI comes equipped with two SB-R200 Speedlights, and more.

Po Meinderts, Jan Vermeer and Danny Ellinger — Nature photographers at Foto Natura team [The Netherlands) Nikons Wireless Close-up Speedlight System is flexible, consistent and amazingiy easy to operate. You can expect superb performance straight out of the box, with their small diffusers providing beautifuly soft light. Whether attached to the camera or handheld, the two SB-R200 units included are capable of a wide range of lighüng situations, but add an SB-800 or additional SB-R200 units, and you seamlessly control nearly every aspect of lighting — even in poor loca- tions. The 105 mm VR Macro lens is ideal for this type of shoot- ing, especially when insects are your subjects, but for any seri- ous macro photographer the RICI is à musthave tool hüpa/Amwfotonatura.com

Shutter speed: 1/125 sec. Aperture: f/13 Exposure mode: Aperture-Priority Auto Flash mode: TTL Image quality BAW Camera setting data: Camera and Speedight D200 and R1CT Lens: AF-S VR Micro 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED

© fete Natura team Location: Tri Bay Resort © doe Melaly © Horiuki iasa Brighten your subject for natural beauty Speedlight tips: close-up lighting The SX-1 and SB-R200 Speedlights offer exciting creative possibilties for multiple lighting The SU-800 can also be bought separately, and features simpler operation and a wider range of options than the SB-800. And because there no distracting pre- flash with the SU-800, some pho- tographers prefer it when shoot- ing people and animals. Some subjects don't pose willingly. Here a butterfly momentarily lands on a vivid orange flower. The day was overcast, so three SB-R200 Speedlights were used: one is attached to the camera and pointed directly at the butterfly. Two off-camera units have been angled for side-lighting and background fill, With diffusers softening the light for a more natural look. Close-up lighting: Step-by-step

Grp a: { luminates subject Group 8: Uluminates subject and background On-camera Commander Sometimes small units make a big impact. The model holds a shard of mirror in front of her face, which is illu- minated by two handheld SB-R200 remote units: one from above and one from below. After a little trial and error, the ideal angle and Speedlight positioning was determined. The result: a shot full of mystery and drama Reveal depth and space from ordinary objects aboe

Group B: = Iuminates from below N 2 Group A: Uluinates from On-camera Commander To create a sense of fantasy from simple omamental glass, one SB-R200 was placed underneath, emphasiz- ing the thinly carved rabbit relief, To draw out the blue, a second SB-R200 was placed behind the glass and angled downwards, with the extreme close-up position- ing adapter SW-11 and diffuser SW-12 helping to create the illusion of a dual-tone blue background. The result: à dreamilike image of a rabbit running across the field at night. SU-800 Commander on top of camera Group B: Difused from behind using Extreme Clase-up Positioning Adapter Group À: <Q Difused from below Close-up Speedlights

Which Speedlight is right for you? Ultimate flash performance: Nikon Creative Lighting System compatible Speedlights Powerul, Intelligent, Complete Serves as Master, Commander or Remote Unit in Advanced Wireless Lighting for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series] SB-800 Lighting SB-800 Accessories (supplied) Bounce Adapter SW-10H Soften the shadows and diffuse light during bounce flash by attaching the SW-10H over the flash head

Specifications Quick Recycling Battery Pack SD-800 Shorten recyclng time to as lite as 29 seconds in Manual mode at ul output by attaching an additional battery. Colored Gel Fitter Set SJ-800 Use these gels for correct color temperature in ambient lighting situations. Practical, Intelligent, Indispensable Serves as Remote Unit in Advanced Wireless for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series] + TN-A1/A2 (for incandescent/tungsten light) + BLUE SB-600 Speedlight Stand AS-19 {comes with SB-800 / SB-600) The AS-19 allows stable place- ment when used as a remote unit. A tripod socket is also provided SB-400 Compact, Intelligent, Versatile i-TTL and Bounce Flash Capability [for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series] Creative Lighting System Features °i-TTL Flash + Advanced Wireless Lighting* + Modeling Flash* + FV (Flash Value) Lock (D2 series/D200/D80) + Auto FP High-Speed Sync* (D2 series/D200/D80) + Wide-Area AF Assist Illuminator* Colored Gel Fiter Set SJ-1 {optional for SB-800/SB-600) This set includes 8 types of colored gels for creative Speedight options. + FL-61/62 (for fluorescent light)

+ YELLOW + RED + AMBER

• Not available with the 58-400. SB-800 I SB-600 SB-400 Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry Guide number 38 (ISO 100, m), 53 (ISO 200, m) {with zoom head set at 35mm) 30 (ISO 100, m), 42 (ISO 200, m) {with zoom head set at 35mm) 21(1S0 100, m), 30 (ISO 200, m) Angle of coverage Auto power zoom 24mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 70mm, 85mm, 105mm; 17mm, 14mm with built-in wide-flash adapter, 14mm with soft dome Auto power zoom 24mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 70mm, 85mm; 14mm with built-in wide-flash adapter 18mm Flash mode TTL D-TTL; Auto Aperture; Non-TTL Auto; Manual (Full - 1/128 output}; Distance-Priority Manual, Repeating Flash; Red-Eye Reduction TTL D-TTL; Manual (Full - 1/64 output, Red-Eye Reduction i-TTL; Manual (with D40 series only) Flash exposure compensation -3.0 to +3.0 EV in increments of 1/6 steps in i-TTL or Auto Aperture flash modes -3.0 to +3.0 EV in increments of 1/6 steps in i-TTL Minimum recycling time Approx. 2.5 seconds with the SD-800 [Manual at ul} Agprox 25 seconds with Nickel/NHVH batteries [Manual at ul Approx 25 seconds with NFMH batteries [Manual ti) Number of flashes Approx. 130 [Manual at ful) [with akaline batteries) Approx. 200 (Manual at full) [with alkaline batteries) Approx. 140 (Manual at ful) with alkaline batteries) Bounce capability Flash head tilts down to -7°, or up to 90° flash head rotates horizontally 180° to the left or 90° to the right Flash head tilts up to 90° flash head rotates horizontally 180° to the left or 90° to the right Flash head tlts up to 90° with click-stops at.0°, 60°, 75°, 90° AF-Assist Illuminator Automatically tums on when performing autofocus in dim light or in the dark Power source Four AA-size alkaline/NiCd/Nickel/Ni-MH/ lithium batteries, SD-8A, SK-6A/6 Four AA-size alkaline/NiCd/Nickel/Ni-MH/ lithium batteries Four AA-size alkaline/lithium/oxyride/Ni-MH batteries Mounting foot lock lever Provided Provided Provided Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 70.5 x 129.5 x 93.0mm Approx. 68.0 x 123.5 x 90.0mm Approx. 66.0 x 56.5 x 80.0mm Weight (without batteries) Approx. 3509 Approx. 300 Approx. 1279 Soft case SS-800 SS-600 SS-400

Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 (SU-800, two SB-R200s and all the acce Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1 (Two SB-R200s and all the accessories) SB-R200 wireless Remote Speedlight Also available as a separate unit [for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series] vo SB-R200 units are included with both the R1C1 and the A1. Each unit features a guide number of 10 (ISO 100, mm) or 14 (ISO 200, m). When attached to a lens via the SX-1, the flash head can be tilted up to 60 degrees toward the optical axis of the lens or up to 45 degrees away from the lens. Attachment Ring SX-1 Can hold SB-R200 Speedlights. _ Extreme Close-up Positioning S Adapter SW-11 For centering the light from the SB-R200 Speedlight Stand flash to an optical axis, which is especially AS-20 effective in close-up shooting Recommended for shooting distances within 15cm (lens to For the stable placement of the SB-R200. À tripod socket is also provided ssories) SU-800 wireless Speedlight Commander Also available as a separate unit [for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series] Included only with the R1C1, the SU-800 features a commander function that can trigger the SB-R200, SB-600 and SB-800 wireless remote flash units. AF-Assist Illuminator, Target Light button and Test button are provided IR Panel for Built-in Flash SG-3IR Attached to the camera's accessory shoe when the built-in Speedlight of a camera is used as a com- o°o e'e) Adapter Rings Enable placing of Attachment Ring SX-1 on the front of the lens. Five fil- ter attachment sizes (52mm, 62mm, 67mm, 72mm, subject) Timmi are available. mander. LU. Color Filter Holder Color Filter Set SJ-R200 Case LL Flexible Arm Clip SW-C1 SZ:1 Diffuser SW-12 Allows attachment of items Enables filters to be Change the mood of your *Soft Case for SU-800 This milky-white panel such as a diffuser. Can be attached to the SB-R200. close-up photography with +Soft Case for SB-R200 diffuses light from a attached to the guide groove four filters: Blue, Red, FL- Soft Case for SX-1 flash and softens of the Attachment Ring SX-1 Gt for fluorescent light +Close-up Speedlight Kit shadows. and TN-A1 for incandes- Case cent light. Advanced Wireless Lighting System Compatibility Cameras | Function | S8-800 | SB-600 | SU-800 |SB-R200| suitin | Close-up Cameras | Function | S8-800 | SB-600 | SU-800 |SB-R200 | guitin | Close-up (Specaignt| Speediight Kit (specaignt| Speediight Kit p2 Master unit | @ = RICI Dao [art | e RICI : [remet | @ e e = R1+SB-800 [emo unit | @ O O R1+SB-800 series series Commander | @ e = Commander | @ e Masurunit_ | @ e RCI D200) Fperais unit |. © e e ft D80 Commander _ | @ e Ü Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 Specifications Wireless Remote Speedli ight SB-R200 Specifications Transmission mode Infrared-pulse emitting communication using a flash discharge tube Flash light wavelengths Electronic construction Approx. 800 to 1,000nm infrared ray) Flash coverage Transmission range Approx, 60° (eric, approx 78° (horizontal flash unit only) AApprox. 20m for he SB-800/S8-600, and approx dm Display Guide number for the SB-R200 at normal setting LCD, ready-light 10 (IS0 100, m), 14 {ISO 200, m} Number of channels AF-Assist Illuminator Angle of coverage 4 Automatically turns on when performing auto 24mm Number of groups focus in dim light or in the dark Flash mode 3 Power source Number of transmissions One 3V CR123A lithium battery Approx. 1,200 Dimensions (W x H x D) Transmission interval Approx. 68 x 9 x S8mm Approx. 1 second Weight (without battery) Approx. 160g {close-upl, full - 1/128 output (comm Recycling time Approx. 6.0 seconds (Manual at full) Number of flashes Approx. 280 (Manual at fu) Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor {IGBT) and series circuitry {for wireless remote i-TTL; D-TTL, M (Manual: full 1/84 output Flash head til angle Dawn ta 60°, or up to 45° Mounting foot Dedicated shoe for Attachment Ring SX-1 or Speediight Stand AS-20 Target light White LED Display Ready-light Power source One 3V CR123A lithium battery Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 80 x 75 x S5mm Weight (without battery) Anprox. 120g nander) Speedlights

Flash Accessories Expand the possibilities of your flash photography Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15 for D80, D40 series The AS-15 is compatible with the D80 and D40 series which feature standard ISO-type acces- sory shoe but lack a sync termi- nal for large studio strobes. flash operation: sc28 For press photography as well as photographers more comfortable with wired flash synchronization, Nikon offers additional flash accessories. They are also indis- pensable for Nikon D-SLRs that lack a built-in wireless commander (such as D2 series, D4O series] for off-camera sc29 TTL Remote Cord SC-28/SC-29 (1.5m) for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series The TTL Remote Cord SC-28/SC-29 makes off-camera TTL flash con- trol easy and assured. With the Nikon digital SLRs, the SC-29 also works as an external AF-assist illuminator. Power Bracket Unit SK-6A° (for SB-800) for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series] Not only does the SK-6A enable you to use the camera- mountable SB-800 as a grip- type flash, it also offers you remote-flash capabiliy. Used as an external power source or in combination with the Speedlights own power source, the SK-6A reduces minimum recycling time by nearly half while doubling the total num- ber of flashes available. The SKG may be substituted for the SK.GA in some countries,

High-Performance Battery Pack SD-8A (ïor SB-800) [or D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series] The SD-8A is designed for use with the SB-800 to shorten flash recycling time and enhance flash capacity. It accepts six 1.5V LRG (AA-size alkaline], 1.2V KR-AA (R6/AA- size MiCd), 1.5V FRG (AA-size lithium} or 1.2V R6/AA-size Ni- MH batteries. Speedlights

Your file, your vision CaptureNX Capture NX software: master post-production Finally, software that brings out the best in everyone Post-production will never be the same. Simple and sophisticat- ed by design, the new Capture NX is easy, intuitive and incredi- bly fast, turning complicated photo editing into a few clicks of the mouse. No more number crunching. No more guesswork. Thanks to Nikon's exclusive new U Point Technology, Capture NX does all the calculations for you, making it the first truly usable editing software for all levels of photographers. Image Revolutionary: U Point Technology benefits Color Control Points: Easy to view and reposition, this amazing new system lets you adjust the color of any part of your image in a fraction of the time that other image editing tools require. À quick adjustment to a point's slider can adjust hue, saturation, bright- ness and more with immediate, sophisti- cated results. Black, White, Neutral Control Points: These Control Points help correct color casts and refine color balance, adding more depth and dynamism to your images. Show Selection for Accurate Control: This feature turns your image into black & white, with Control Point adjustments in white so that you know immediately what is affected. Color Control Points Brightness This unique interface makes editing incredibly simple. Just drag the slid- ers to the left or right. No other soft- are is this intuitive. Show Selection © ee Mel Red-Eye Reduction: Now red-eye is a breeze to remove. Just place a Red-Eye Reduction Control Point over the eyes, click, and it's gone. Easy-to-use Selective Tools Take advantage of commonly used enhancement tools. In addition to familiar selections like Lasso and Marquee, the Brush tool can now paint in or paint out an enhancement. NEF (Nikon Electronic Format) With Capture NX, you'll never have to worry about damaging your original NEF file data, even after dozens of adjust- ments. All your original data and a thumb- nail are saved automatically, along with a set of every enhancement command applied to it. Ordinarily, any change made to a file affects the original data, but Nikon's original technology makes this simple to avoid by converting original JPEG andTIFF images conveniently into NEF files. How's that for easy? Red-Eye Reduction editing has never been so comprehensive, fast and fun! Software by Nik Software Kenji Miura — commercial photographer (Japan) Both professionals and amateurs alike now have a new world of post-production opportunities available to them. The beauty of Cæpture NX is its simplicity. Conventional software requires a countless series of steps, with each individual effect a new stage in the process. For many photog- raphers, this demanded frustrating amounts of memory and patience. Capture NX makes the process easy and intuitive. Whether it’s the sky or skin tone, simply point to an area you vent to adjust, click, and it's done! Hours of work can now be accom- pLished in min- utes, easily, and without requiring years of knowledge and experience. Capture NX

Your file, your vision Capture NX software: master post-production BEnhancing the color of the sky using Color Control Points Place a Color Control Point on the sky. Sliders for Saturation, Hue and Brightness will To repeat the effect in another area, duplicate the appear. Adjust these as you wish. Control Point and place it somewhere else. ÆCorrecting skin tones using the Color Picker \ - -- À æ S 2 A : Place a Color Control Point on any area of the sub- Select the appropriate color from the skin tones Rotate the outside ring to adjust the hue to ject's skin. provided in the center triangle of the Color Picker. warmer or cooler. BPerfecting portions of an image using Brush Tool Choose the Brush Tool in the Selective Tools menu. Paint in the area you want to enhance. Painting Add any desired effects. Over 25 enhancements out the enhancement is just as easy. are available. ÆSeamless workflow from browsing to editing HRIRPER EF LARA RARA EX EN se re

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Choose browsing function to see images at a Organize images by labeling and sorting. Start enhancing an image quickly and simply by glance. double-clicking on it.

Capture NX: Versatile Functions Browser (NEW) Completely redesigned to sort, organize, compare, tag and improve images with more speed and agility. Batching This simple, timesaving process automatically applies one or more enhancements to a series of images. Edit List (NEW) For easier, more intuitive photo editing, the Capture NX Edit List helps you to track, cancel or add new modifications. Markers Now it's possible to create multiple versions of your original NEF image, all within the original image file, saving you time as well as memory on your computer. Want to have a dozen versions of one image in a single file? No problem! You'll never have to search your computer to find other versions — they're all there with the original, and just a click away. Lens Correction Tools (some functions available for RAW files only) (NEW) Vignette Control automatically reduces the effect of marginal illumi- nation, Color Aberration Control reduces colorfringing effects, and Distortion Control reduces pincushion and barrel distortion effects. Color Management (NEW) Lets you create a color profile so that colors are consistent from your first to last edit. Use the Soft Proof tool to see how a spe- cific printer will recreate specific colors on your monitor. There's also the Capture NX print function, which lets you use an assigned profile to print your images. More useful software Camera Control Pro Remote control for your Nikon D-SLR When used in combination with an AF Nikkor lens (DX, D and G types), you can operate and control most of your Nikon D-SLR settings from a computer. Image files will be stored directly onto your hard disk, turning your computer into one large-capacity media card, which can be especially valuable during high-volume shooting such as studio work. Compatible with Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A and WT-3/3A, Camera Control Pro also lets you control the camera via wireless LAN. Image Authentication Software (Windows only) Protect the integrity of your valuable data {for D2Xs, D2X*', D2Hs*', D200*) When authenticity needs to be proven, Nikon's exclusive Image Authentication function indicates whether an actual image has been tampered with. It also lets you clarify any changes made item by item, such as the shooting date and any GPS information — indispensable for public works projects and the press. *1 Finmware upgrading is required to use this software. PictureProject {provided free with all Nikon digital cameras) Designed specifically for Nikon digital cameras, this specialized Color Aberration Control PAL Original image Enhanced image Advanced Noise Redu: 16-bit image compati files only) D-Lighting for pulling out more detail in both the highlights and the shadowy areas of your images. Most features, found in Nikon Capture 4, including some not shown here, are also included in Capture NX.

y (available for RAW and 16-bit TIFF Capture NX System Requirements Windows CPU 1.0GHz Pentium® Il or higher (2.06Hz Pentium® 4 or higher recommended} os Windows Vista” (32 bit}, Windows® XP Home Edition, Windows® XP Professional Windows® 2000 Professional RAM 256MB minimum (1.068 or more recommended) Hard Disk 200MB required for installation Display 800 x 600 pixels (1024 x 768 or higher recommended) with 16-bit color (High Color/ thousands of colors) or 24-bit color (True Color/milions of colors} recommended Others» CD-ROM drive required for installation Internet connection required for some options Macintosh cpu G4 or G5 os Mac® OS X [version 10.4 or later], Intel Core Duo, Intel Core 2 Duo, Intel Xeon RAM 256MB minimum (1.0GB or more recommended) Hard Disk 200MB required for installation Display 800 x 600 pixels (1024 x 768 or higher recommended) with 16-bit color (High Color/ thousands of colors) or 24-bit color (True Color/milions of colors} recommended Others» CD-ROM drive required for installation + Internet connection required for some options program helps you organize, edit, enhance, print and share your digital images. Picture Project also helps you e-mail images, as well as burn them to a CD or DVD. Do more with PictureProject using the following software: + nik Color Efex"" Pro 2.0 Express Edition*? Offering fifteen kinds of digital filters for professional-level filtering effects, nik Color Efex'M Pro 2.0 Express Edition can help you apply considerably more artistry to your work. «+ PictureProject DVD Show*? Turn your images and movies from your still digital camera into moving video clips set to music. You can even add sound effects and then burn them to a CD or DVD (Windows only). «+ PictureProject COOLPIX Remote Control? Control your COOLPIX $4, COOLPIX L1 and COOLPIX 8800/8400 cameras via computer. Simply connect the camera to your computer via USB cable. 2 Operation is not guaranteed with Windows Vista. e Capture NX

"Power when you need it | Battery packs and power management Lu im 4906 Multi-Power Multi-Power Rechargeable Li-ion Rechargeable Li-ion Rechargeable Li-ion Quick Charger Quick Charger Quick Charger Battery Pack MB-D200 Battery Pack MB-D80 Battery EN-Elda BatteryEN-ElSe BatteryEN-EL9 MH-21 MH-18a MH-23 for D200 for D80 for D2 series for D200, D80 for D40 series for D2 series for D200, D80 for D40 series Runs on either six Provides extra command These rechargeable batteries provide extended life and con- Enables charging Enables charging Enables charging LRG/AA-size alkaline, dials, shutter release sistent power, even in cold conditions. Used together with of rechargeable Li- of rechargeable Li- of rechargeable Li- FRG/AA-size lithium, or button and AE-L/AF-L your Nikon D-SLR, the cameras fuel gauge accurately dis- ion Battery EN- ion Battery EN- ion Battery EN-EL9. 1.2V R6/AA-size Ni-MH button for vertical shoot- plays the remaining charge, number of shots since last El4a. Else. batteries, or one or two ing. Runs on one or two charge, and current battery life status. The EN-EL4a even EN-EL3e rechargeable EN-EL3e rechargeable gives notice when calibration is necessary. Li-ion batteries. Li-ion batteries, or six Features two command AA-size batteries. dials, shutter release button and AF start but- ton for vertical shooting =... ù Communication technology for any location 24 GPS cable/Wireless transmitters m0 s ms © GPS Cable Wireless Transmitter Wireless Transmitter Extended Range Antenna E Filte rs MC-35 WT-2/2A WT-3/3A WA-E1 for D2 series, D200 for D2 series for D200 for D2 series, D200 Enables the Nikon D2-series/ Wireless Transmitters WT-2/2A and \WT-3/3A enable image data Increases the effective transmis- D200 digital SLRs to be connect- transfer via wireless LAN [Wi-Fi}*. Simply mount one on the bottom sion range of wireless LAN from ed to NMEA-0183 protocol-com- of your camera and connect via USB cable, then any captured data the normal 30m to approx patible GPS (Global Positioning can be transfeed at high speed. And since they support various net 150m Neutral Color System) units such as GARMIN” work and security protocol, these transmiters are NC Fllers and MAGELLAN" for recording compatible with a wide range of system environment. GPS positioning information and Camera Control Pro also enables wireless remote con- time signals synchronous to UTC. trol from a personal computer via PTP/IP With WWT- Available in attachment sizes 33mm, 46mm, 52mm, 58mm, 67mm, these filters {Universal Coordinated Time] 3/3A, data transfer through a wired LAN via Ethemet \ un within image data files during network is also possible. serve as lens protectors shooting, and do not affect color bal-

• Conforming to the IEEE802.11b/g standard ance. In addition, multilayer coating prevents light reflection inside the glass, hereby improving color Note: The WT-2/3 is sold in countries where government approve the use of 13 frequency channels. The WT-24/3A rendition is sold in countries that autharize onWy | dl the use of 11 frequency channels. roprahe y FotoNationt

Remote Cord MC-36 (0.85m) for D2 series, D200 Enables remote fing of a camera, and setting of Interval Timer and Long Time Exposure Incorporates illuminated LCD panel

Modulite Remote Control Set ML-3 for D2 series, D200 The ML:3 offers remote control of wo separate channels via an infrared LED beam to enable auto- matic camera operation from a distance up to about 8m. Features include auto-triggering and delayed shutter release, as well as single and continuous shooting Steady shots — night or day Remote control accessories Remote Cord MC-30 (0.8m) for D2 series, D200 Enables remote firing of a camera with trigger-lock function by keeping the shutter release button depressed — useful for bulb shooting

Remote Cord MC-22 (1m) for D2 series, D200 a shutter-triggering device, such sensor to take pictures of wildlife after dark. Adapter Cord Remote Cord MC-25 (0.2m) MC-DC1 (1m) for D2 series, D200 for D80 Enables use of to-pin remote accessories: Remote Cord MC-4A, Remote Cord MC-128, and Terminal Release MR:3 Enables remote firing of the D80. Useful for making connections to as those activated by an infrared Battery pack/Remote control/ GPS cable/Wireless transmitter exe Extension Cord Connecting Cord MC-21 (3m) MC-23 (04m) for D2 series, D200 for D2 series, D200 For use with MC-30 or MC-22 Connects two cameras for simul- taneous or synchronized shutter release. Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 for D80, D40 series Enables wireless remote shutter release. Circular Polarizing Filters By reducing the light reflected from non-metallic surfaces, polarizing fiers allow direct shooting through glass windows and minimize glare from water surfaces, sunlit trees and grass Compatible with both color and monochrome photography QQ mi Gelatin Filter Holders AF-3, AF-4 These holders accommodate gelatin or glass fters to a thickness of approx. 2mm, The AF-3 is used with 3-inch square gelatin flters and Nikkor lenses having an attachment size of 52/62/67/72/77mm. The AF-4 is used with 4-inch square gelatin fiters and Nikkor lenses hav- ing an attachment size of 52/62/67/72/77/82/95mm Nikon also offers two dedicated hood options — the HN-36 for the AF-3 and the HN:37 for the AF-4, Several hoods of the same diameter can be stacked, depending on the focal length of the lens in use. Slip-in Circular Polarizing Filters Designed for use with telephoto lenses that provide a slip-in filter holder, these fiers reduce glare from non-metallic surfaces such as glass and water. Simply turn the rotating ring on the holder to find the most effective position. These filters do not affect autofocus or auto exposure operation. Both the C-PLIL and C-PL-3L feature 52mm diameter. Slip-in Circular Polarizing Filters—Compatible lenses C-PLIL CPL RES VA 200mm 1726 IF-ED AF-S VR 300mm f/2.86 IF-ED v AFS 300mm 2.80 1F-ED Il AFS 400mm 2.80 IF-ED 1 v

View with clarity and comfort Viewing attachments Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2 for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series The DG-2 provides 2x magnifica- tion of the central area of the finder image. Evesight adijust- ment provided. Useful for critical focusing in close-up photogre- ph. Requires an eyepiece adapter. Right-Angle Viewing Attachment DR-5/DR-6 for D2 series, D200, D80, D40 series Provides an upright, unreversed image for ight-angle viewing, Individual eyesight adjustments are possible. The DR-5/DR-6 allows you to set the reproduction ratio to either 1:1 or 122 The DR is for cameras with a circular evepiece (D2 Series], the DR-6 is for cameras with a rectangular eyepiece (D200, D80, D40 series). An eyepiece adapter is required when attaching the DR-5 to D2 series cameras. Magnifying Eyepiece Eyepiece Correction Eyepiece Correction DK-21M Lenses DK-20C Lenses DK-17C for D200, D80 for D200, D80, D40 series for D2 series Five correction lenses from -3 to +2m° for circular-eyepiece cam- ras The DK:21M magnifies the D200 finder image by approximately

An easy-to-use viewing and focusing aid which enables near- and farsighted photographers to view the finder image accurately without having to wear eye- glasses Normal image With DK-21M B Interchangeable Focusing Screens Tee W Type B Type E Type VW for D2 series for D2 series D2x only With the D2x, comer brackets indicate the rectangular area to be shot in High-speed Crop mode Offers unobstructed viewing and easy focusing over the entire mate surface. Good for all gen- eral photography Features grid pattes ideal for copying and architectural pho- tography. Eyepiece Adapter Magnifying Eyepiece DK-22 DK-18 DK-17M for D200, D80, for D2 series for D2 series D40 series Attached to a D2 series camera, the DK-17M magnifies the finder image approximately 1.2 times. Diopter adjustment range is widened at both the (+) and +} sides. Enables attachment of Evepiece Magnifier DG-2 to the cameras eyepiece. DK-22 is for cameras with a rectangular eyepiece DK-18 is for cameras with a cir- cular eyepiece. Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK-17A for D2 series Rubber Eyecup DK-19 for D2 series A transparent plastic plate with a special surface coating that reduces fogging, Improves viewing comfort and prevents stray light from enter- ing the viewinder and washing out contrast. Reproduction ratio The reproduction ratio, which indicates the relationship between sub- ject size and the size of the image on an image sensor, is determined by the distance to the subject and by the lens’ focal length setting. If Reproduction ratios using 50mm lens 1/4X Auto Extension Ring: 1/6.5x - 1.1x

Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-6 Renders reproduction ratios from about 1:1 to nearly 1x lfe-size, depending on the lens in use and whether the lens is mounted in nomal or reverse position: Focal range of compatible lenses is from 20mm to 200mm. The lens extension covers the range from 48mm to 208mm, for pro- ducing frame-filing images of even the tiniest subjects. Macro Adapter Ring BR-2A Enables reverse-mounting of lenses. The BR-2A also increas- es the working distance for nor- mal or wideangle lenses. Compatible with lenses having a 52mm-sized front attachment. Close in on every subject Close-up accessories {For information on the PB-6 and its limitations, see chart below) 1 «. Extension Bellows PB-6E Attaches to the PB-6 for an astounding magnification of 23x life-size when using a 20mm wideangle lens in reverse posi- tion. With this combination, the continuously variable extension range is from 83mm to 438mm Bellows Spacer PB-6D Enables a D? series camera to move on the PB-6 rail without interference and allows horizon- tal/vertical changeover any- where along the rail. Two PB-6Ds are needed when using the PB-6; three are needed when using the PB-GE. Adapter Ring Focusing Stage BR-3 PG-2 A handy adapter that converts the bayonet mount of reverse- mounted lenses to the 52mm thread used for filters and hoods Simplifies close-up focusing when using a tripod-mounted camera (For D200, D80, D40 series)

Slide Copying Adapter PS-6 Used with the PB-6 and a Nikkor lens to make duplicate slides Cropping of the original slide is possible.

Auto Extension Rings * PK-TIA**, PK-12 and PK-13 auto extension rings fit between the camera body and lens singly or in combinations. When attached to an AI Nikkor lens, the lens retains automatic diaphragm and meter coupling functions. This gives you freedom to compose, focus and meter at the brightest, fullest aper- ture position without having to stop down the lens manually before shooting. (Exposure meter does not work with D80, D40 series.)

• G1ype lenses cannot be used. + Cannot be used with AFS lenses. Macro Copy Stand PB-6M Attaches to the end of the PB-6 0 convert it into a miniature copy stand or specimen stage. PB-6 Compatibility Chart Depending on the camera used, cer. tain accessories may be required when using the PB-6. Auto Extension Rings can increase lens extension. rss PRIZO PRIS, two PB-6Ds {depending on camera position D200 cor PK-13 D200 with PK-13 and MB-D200 two PB-6Ds The reproduced image is the same size as the subject, te reproduction ratio is one-to-one [1:1 or 1x]. the image is two times larger, the ratio is 2:1 or 2x. Nikon equipment for close-up photography offers a wide range of reproduction ratio capabilities

PB-6 (normal mounting): 1/1.1x - 4.0X PB-6 (reverse mounting}: 1.4x - 3.9x PB-6 + PB-E (reverse Mounting}: 1.4x - 8.4x Viewing attachments/ Close-up accessories

You want performance. You need consistency. You're searching for the best image quality in the business. You're looking in the right place. Professionals and passionate amateurs around the world understand that Nikon means quality and dependability. Which digital SLR is right for you? DZ 2 Professional digital SLR: Integrated S like no other © 124 effective megapixels for 4,288 x 2,848 pixel images @ Exclusive Nikon DX Format CMOS imaging sensor and high-speed 4-channel independent data output @ Continuous shooting at 5 fps (Full Image) or 8 fps (6.8 megapixel High-speed Crop Image) @ High-speed, high-preci- sion 11-area AF system with 9 cross-type AF sensors @ LCD monitor with 170 degree of view- ing angle @ i-TTL flash control supports the Creative Lighting System @ Quick startup and short 37-millisecond shutter release time lag Dependable high-speed DOS professional digital SLR © 4.1 effective megapixels for 2,464 x 1.632 pixel images @ Exclusive Nikon DX Format JFET imaging sensor LBCAST @ Image-processing engine with refined ASIC @ Continuous shooting at approx. 8 fps for up to 50 consecutive JPEG or 40 RAW [NEF) @ High-speed, high-precision 11-area AF system with 9 cross-type AF sensors @ 3D Color Matrix Metering Il featuring 1,005- pixel RGB sensor @i-TTL flash control supports Creative Lighting System #) Precision crafted, for the ultimate digital = SLR experience © 102 effective megapixels for 3,872 x 2,592 pixel images @ Exclusive Nikon DX Format CCD imaging sensor and high-speed 4-channel independent data output @ Continuous shooting at 5 fps up to 37 consecutive JPEG or 22 RAW (NEF}* @ 3 Color Matrix Metering Il featuring 1,005-pixel RGB sensor @ High-performance System LSI @ High-speed, high-precision 11-area AF system @ Built-in Speedlight supports Creative Lighting System

• When using a SanDisk SDCFXS (Extreme 1, SDCFH (Ultra Il or Lexar Media 80X WA CompactFlash High performance that satisfies all D80 shooting styles © 10.2 effective megapixels for 3,872 x 2,592 pixel images @ Exclusive Nikon DX Format CCD imaging sensor and high resolution image processing engine @ 3D Color Matrix Metering Il featuring 420 segment RGB sensor @ Seven automated Digital Vari-Program modes @ Broad IS0-equivalent sensitivity range (100-1600) @ High-performance K-TTL built-in flash and Creative Lighting System compatibility D40x [ D40 Outstanding picture quality that's easy for everyone © 10.2 (D40x)/6.1 (D40) effective megapixels; Nikon DX format CCD @ Advanced digital image processor @ 3D Color Matrix Metering Il featuring 420-segment RGB sensor @intuitivé and ergonomically designed control @ Eight automated Digital Vari-Programs, including Auto (Flash Off) mode @ Advanced'AF system with refined algorithms @ “Assis Images” to help select appropriate settings for many camera features @ Built-in Flash with i-TTL flash control

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