Nikon N4004 AF User Manual

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Nikon N4004 AF Specifications

General

Lens Mount	Nikon F mount
Film Format	35mm
Exposure Metering	Center-weighted
Viewfinder Coverage	92%
Film Advance	Automatic
Film Rewind	Automatic
ISO Range	25-5000
Film Speed Range	ISO 25-5000
Metering	Center-weighted
Flash	Built-in
Type	35mm autofocus SLR
Focus	Auto Focus / Manual Focus
Shutter Speed	1/2000 to 30 sec, Bulb
Flash Sync	1/90 sec
Power	2 x CR123A batteries

Summary

FOREWORD

NOMENCLATURE

Inside Viewfinder

BASIC OPERATION

MOUNTING THE LENS

Step-by-step guide on how to attach and detach lenses to the camera body.

INSTALLING BATTERIES

Instructions on how to insert the four AA-type batteries into the camera.

CHECKING BATTERY POWER

How to verify if the installed batteries have sufficient power using the viewfinder LEDs.

LOADING FILM

Guide on inserting film cartridges, ensuring correct positioning and leader alignment.

REWINDING FILM

Step-by-step guide on how to rewind the film after shooting is complete.

BASIC SHOOTING

FOCUSING AND SHOOTING IN PROGRAM AUTO MODE

Instructions for autofocus shooting in program auto exposure, covering subject focus and exposure indicators.

FLASH SHOOTING WITH BUILT-IN TTL FLASH

How to use the camera's built-in flash for photography, including preparation and shooting steps.

FOCUS

AUTOFOCUS OPERATION

Explanation of how autofocus works and how to take pictures with off-center subjects.

AUTOFOCUSING WITH AF ILLUMINATOR

How to use the AF illuminator from an accessory speedlight for autofocus in low light conditions.

MANUAL FOCUS WITH ELECTRONIC CONFIRMATION

Guide to manual focusing using the camera's electronic focus confirmation system.

MANUAL FOCUS USING CLEAR MATTE FIELD

How to perform manual focus using the camera's clear matte field in the viewfinder.

SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS

Advice on manual focusing for difficult subjects like dark or low-contrast scenes.

EXPOSURE

SHUTTER SPEED DIAL AND APERTURE DIAL

Explanation of the function and usage of the shutter speed and aperture control dials.

PROGRAM AUTO EXPOSURE MODE

How to use the automatic program exposure mode for effortless shooting.

SHUTTER-PRIORITY AUTO EXPOSURE MODE

Guide to selecting shutter speeds manually while the camera sets the aperture.

APERTURE-PRIORITY EXPOSURE MODE

How to set the aperture manually for depth of field control, with automatic shutter speed selection.

MANUAL EXPOSURE MODE

Instructions for setting both shutter speed and aperture manually for full creative control.