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Nikon D3 - User Manual

Nikon D3
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Questions and Answers

  • J
    Jack HaleySep 18, 2025
    Why is white balance bracketing unavailable on my Nikon D3 Digital Camera?
    • N
      Natasha HigginsSep 18, 2025
      White balance bracketing may be unavailable on your Nikon Digital Camera if NEF (RAW) or NEF+JPEG image quality option selected for image quality. Change the image quality setting. Also, disable multiple exposure mode, if it is in effect.
  • D
    Dominique MillsAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my Nikon Digital Camera displays turn off without warning?
    • A
      ashley86Aug 25, 2025
      If the displays on your Nikon Digital Camera turn off unexpectedly, try choosing longer delays for Custom Setting c2 ([Auto meter-off delay]) or c4 ([Monitor off delay]).
  • J
    Jacqueline MontgomeryAug 25, 2025
    What to do if some photos are not displayed during playback on Nikon D3 Digital Camera?
    • K
      Katherine SnyderAug 26, 2025
      If some photos are not displayed during playback on your Nikon Digital Camera, select [All] for [Playback folder].
  • E
    emily96Aug 27, 2025
    What to do if there is a message stating that no images are available for playback on Nikon Digital Camera?
    • L
      lhuffAug 27, 2025
      If you receive a message stating that no images are available for playback on your Nikon Digital Camera, select [All] for [Playback folder].
  • A
    April PierceSep 22, 2025
    What to do if I can not print photos from Nikon D3 Digital Camera?
    • B
      Benjamin FletcherSep 22, 2025
      If you can not print photos from your Nikon Digital Camera, set [USB] to [MTP/PTP].
  • T
    Tammy HartSep 23, 2025
    Why menu item can not be selected on Nikon D3?
    • F
      floresjohnSep 23, 2025
      If a menu item can not be selected on your Nikon Digital Camera, check combinations of settings, because some options are not available at certain combinations of settings.
  • M
    melody48Sep 9, 2025
    What to do if photos are not recorded in live view mode on Nikon D3 Digital Camera?
    • R
      richard08Sep 9, 2025
      If photos are not being recorded in live view mode on your Nikon Digital Camera, unless [Release] is chosen for Custom Setting a2 ([AF-S priority selection]), the shutter release is disabled if the camera is unable to focus when focus mode S is selected in hand-held mode.
  • H
    hbullockSep 12, 2025
    How to make effects of Picture Control consistent on Nikon Digital Camera?
    • A
      astokesSep 12, 2025
      If the effects of Picture Control differ from image to image on your Nikon Digital Camera, and “A” (auto) is selected for sharpening, contrast, or saturation, choose a setting other than “A” (auto) for consistent results over a series of photographs.
  • T
    Tracy WhiteSep 3, 2025
    How to fix blotched or smeared photos on Nikon D3?
    • R
      Robert WatsonSep 3, 2025
      If your photos from your Nikon Digital Camera are blotched or smeared, clean the lens and the low-pass filter.
  • Q
    qmahoneySep 1, 2025
    Why is my Nikon D3 slow to record photos?
    • G
      grahamscottSep 1, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera is recording photos slowly, try turning long exposure noise reduction off.

Summary

Package Contents

Symbols and Conventions

Introduction

Getting to Know the Camera

Camera Body

Details the physical components and controls of the Nikon D3 camera body.

The Top Control Panel

Explains the display and indicators on the camera's top control panel.

The Rear Control Panel

Describes the display and indicators on the camera's rear control panel.

The Viewfinder Display

Details the information shown within the camera's viewfinder.

Quick Start Guide

Charge the battery

Step-by-step instructions for charging the camera's battery.

Insert the battery

Guide on how to correctly insert the camera battery.

Attach a lens

Instructions for mounting and attaching a lens to the camera body.

Insert a memory card

Steps for inserting a memory card into the camera.

Camera Menus

Navigating the Menus

Step-by-step guide on how to move through and select menu options.

Focus

Focus Mode

Explanation of autofocus modes like Single-servo AF, Continuous AF, and Manual Focus.

Exposure

Exposure Mode

Explains Programmed Auto, Shutter-Priority, Aperture-Priority, and Manual modes.

Exposure Compensation

Adjusting exposure to make images brighter or darker.

White Balance

White Balance Options

Selecting appropriate white balance settings for different light sources.

Image Enhancement

Picture Controls

Adjusting image processing settings like sharpening, contrast, and hue.

Flash Photography

Flash Modes

Details different flash modes like Front-curtain sync and Slow sync.

Other Shooting Options

Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings

How to reset camera settings to factory defaults using button combinations.

Multiple Exposure

Interval Timer Photography

More About Playback

Protecting Photographs from Deletion

Preventing accidental deletion of selected images.

Voice Memos

Recording Voice Memos

Adding voice memos to photographs using the built-in microphone.

Connections

Connecting to a Computer

Instructions for connecting the camera to a computer via USB.

Printing Photographs

Various methods for printing photos directly or via computer.

Menu Guide

The Playback Menu: Managing Images

Options for managing images in playback mode.

The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options

List of options available in the camera's shooting menu.

Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings

Details on customizing camera settings via the Custom Settings menu.

The Setup Menu: Camera Setup

Options for basic camera setup and configuration.

Technical Notes

Compatible Lenses

Lists lenses compatible with the Nikon D3 camera.

Caring for the Camera

Guidelines for storing and cleaning the camera body, lens, and monitor.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common camera problems and error messages.

Error Messages

Specifications

Nikon D3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.1 MP
Camera typeSLR Camera Body
Sensor typeCMOS
Sensor formatFX
Image stabilizerNo
Total megapixels12.87 MP
Image sensor size- \
Image formats supportedJPG, RAW, TIF
Maximum image resolution4256 x 2832 pixels
Image sensor size (W x H)36 x 23.9 mm
Still image resolution(s)4256 x 2832 3184 x 2120 2128 x 1416 3, 552 x 2, 832 2, 656 x 2, 120 1, 776 x 1, 416 2, 784 x 1, 848 2, 080 x 1, 384 1, 392 x 920
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Auto Focus (AF) lockYes
Auto Focus (AF) points51
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Flash modesRed-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash sync-speed1/250 s
Flash range (wide)- m
Display diagonal3 \
Vari-angle LCD display-
Display resolution (numeric)921000 pixels
Magnification0.7 x
Eye relief18 mm
Image editingTrimming
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral, Vivid
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Manual, Shade, Sunny
Playback modesZoom
Camera playbackHighlights, Slide show, Thumbnails
Self-timer delay2, 5, 10, 20 s
Camera file systemDCF 2.0, DPOF, Exif 2.21
Product colorBlack
Memory slots2
Compatible memory cardsCF, CF Type II, MicroDrive
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Matrix, Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 6400, 12800, 25600
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)25600
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure correction±5EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Optical zoom- x
Mounting typeBayonet
Lens mount interfaceNikon F
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Fastest camera shutter speed1/8000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed30 s
USB version2.0
Battery life (CIPA standard)4300 shots
Number of batteries supported1
HD typeNot supported
Maximum video resolution- pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth87.5 mm
Width159.5 mm
Height157 mm
Weight1240 g

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