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    Color Outline ...................................................................................\
    .................................. 189
    Color Sketch ....................................................................................\
    ............................... ... 189
    Perspective Control ........................................................................\
    ................................ 190
    Miniature Effect ..............................................................................\
    ................................. . 191
    Selective Color................................................................................\
    ................................ .. 192
    Side-by-side Comparison ........................................................................\
    ..................... 194
    m Recent Settings/ OMy Menu ....................................................................................... 195
    My Menu ...............................................................................................\
    ......................... ......... 195
    Technical Notes 199
    Compatible Lenses .............................................................................................................. .199
    Compatible CPU Lenses ........................................................................\
    ............................ 199
    Compatible Non-CPU Lenses ........................................................................\
    .................. 201
    Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) ................................................................................. 204
    The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) ................................................................. 205
    Other Accessories ................................................................................................................. 209
    Approved Memory Cards ........................................................................\
    .......................... 211
    Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter ........................................................ 212
    Caring for the Camera ......................................................................................................... 2 13
    Storage...................................................................................................\
    .................................. 213
    Cleaning ................................................................................................\
    ....................... ........... 213
    The Low-Pass Filter............................................................................\
    ................................ .. 214
    Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions ............................................................. 218
    Caring for the Camera ........................................................................\
    ................................ 21 8
    Caring for the Battery ........................................................................\
    ................................. 219
    Available Settings ................................................................................................................. 221
    Exposure Program (Mode  P)............................................................................................. 223
    Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ ... 224
    Battery/Display ...................................................................................\
    .................................. 224
    Shooting (All Modes) ........................................................................\
    .................................. 2 24
    Shooting ( P, S, A, M).........................................................................\
    .................................. 226
    Playback ................................................................................................\
    ....................... ........... 226
    Miscellaneous......................................................................................\
    ............................ ...... 227
    Error Messages................................................................................................................. ...... 228
    Specifications ................................................................................................................. ........ 231
    The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR.......................................................... 237
    Memory Card Capacity ....................................................................................................... 241
    Battery Life .............................................................................................................................. 242
    Index .......................................................................................................................... ................ 243 
    						
    							
    x
    For Your Safety
    To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following 
    safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
     Keep these safety instructions 
    where all those who use the product will read them.
    The consequences that could result from failur e to observe the precautions listed in this 
    section are indicated by the following symbol:
    ❚❚ WARNINGS
    A
    Keep the sun out of the frame
    Keep the sun well out of the frame when 
    shooting backlit subjects.
     Sunlight 
    focused into the camera when the sun is 
    in or close to the frame could cause a fire.
    ADo not look at the sun through the viewfinder
    Viewing the sun or other strong light 
    source through the viewfinder could 
    cause permanent visual impairment.
    AUsing the viewfinder diopter adjustment control
    When operating the viewfinder diopter 
    adjustment control with your eye to the 
    viewfinder, care should be taken not to 
    put your finger in your eye accidentally.
    ATurn off immediately in the event of malfunction
    Should you notice smoke or an unusual 
    smell coming from the equipment or AC 
    adapter (available separately), unplug 
    the AC adapter and remove the battery 
    immediately, taking care to avoid burns.
     
    Continued operation could result in 
    injury.
     After removing the battery, take 
    the equipment to a Nikon-authorized 
    service center for inspection.
    ADo not use in the presence of flammable gas
    Do not use electronic equipment in the 
    presence of flammable gas, as this could 
    result in explosion or fire.
    AKeep out of reach of children
    Failure to observe this precaution could 
    result in injury.
     In addition, note that 
    small parts constitute a choking hazard.
     
    Should a child swallow any part of this 
    equipment, consult a physician 
    immediately.
    ADo not disassemble
    Touching the product’s internal parts 
    could result in injury.
     In the event of 
    malfunction, the product should be 
    repaired only by a qualified technician.
     
    Should the product break open as the 
    result of a fall or other accident, remove 
    the battery and/or AC adapter and then 
    take the product to a Nikon-authorized 
    service center for inspection.
    ADo not place the strap around the neck of an 
    infant or child
    Placing the camera strap around the neck 
    of an infant or child could result in 
    strangulation.
    ADo not remain in contact with the camera, 
    battery, or charger for extended periods while 
    the devices are on or in use
    Parts of the device become hot.
     Leaving 
    the device in direct contact with the skin 
    for extended periods may result in low-
    temperature burns.
    ADo not aim a flash at the operator of a motor 
    vehicle
    Failure to observe this precaution could 
    result in accidents.
    AThis icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all warnings before using 
    this Nikon product. 
    						
    							
    xi
    AObserve caution when using the flash
    •Using the camera with the flash in close 
    contact with the skin or other objects 
    could cause burns.
    • Using the flash close to the subject’s 
    eyes could cause temporary visual 
    impairment.
     Particular care should be 
    observed when photographing infants, 
    when the flash should be no less than 
    one meter (39 in.) from the subject.
    AAvoid contact with liquid crystal
    Should the monitor break, care should be 
    taken to avoid injury due to broken glass 
    and to prevent the liquid crystal from the 
    monitor touching the skin or entering 
    the eyes or mouth.
    AObserve proper precautions when handling 
    batteries
    Batteries may leak or explode if 
    improperly handled.
     Observe the 
    following precautions when handling 
    batteries for use in this product:
    • Use only batteries approved for use in 
    this equipment.
    • Do not short or disassemble the battery.
    • Be sure the product is off before 
    replacing the battery.
     If you are using 
    an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
    • Do not attempt to insert the battery 
    upside down or backwards.
    • Do not expose the battery to flame or to 
    excessive heat.
    • Do not immerse in or expose to water.
    • Replace the terminal cover when 
    transporting the battery.
     Do not 
    transport or store the battery with 
    metal objects such as necklaces or 
    hairpins.
    • Batteries are prone to leakage when 
    fully discharged.
     To  a v o i d  d a m a g e  t o  
    the product, be sure to remove the 
    battery when no charge remains.
    • When the battery is not in use, attach 
    the terminal cover and store in a cool, 
    dry place. •
    The battery may be hot immediately 
    after use or when the product has been 
    used on battery power for an extended 
    period.
     Before removing the battery 
    turn the camera off and allow the 
    battery to cool.
    • Discontinue use immediately should 
    you notice any changes in the battery, 
    such as discoloration or deformation.
    AObserve proper precautions when handling the 
    charger
    •Keep dry.
     Failure to observe this 
    precaution could result  in fire or electric 
    shock.
    • Do not short the charger terminals.
     
    Failure to observe this precaution could 
    result in overheating and damage to 
    the charger.
    • Dust on or near the metal parts of the 
    plug should be removed with a dry 
    cloth.
     Continued use could result in fire.
    • Do not go near the charger during 
    thunderstorms.
     Failure to observe this 
    precaution could result in electric 
    shock.
    • Do not handle the plug or charger with 
    wet hands.
     Failure to observe this 
    precaution could result in electric shock.
    • Do not use with travel converters or 
    adapters designed to convert from one 
    voltage to another or with DC-to-AC 
    inverters.
     Failure to observe this 
    precaution could damage the product 
    or cause overheating or fire.
    AUse appropriate cables
    When connecting cables to the input and 
    output jacks, use only the cables 
    provided or sold by Nikon for the 
    purpose to maintain compliance with 
    product regulations.
    ACD-ROMs
    CD-ROMs containing software or 
    manuals should not be played back on 
    audio CD equipment.
     Playing CD-ROMs 
    on an audio CD player could cause 
    hearing loss or damage the equipment. 
    						
    							
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    Notices
    •No part of the manuals included with this 
    product may be reproduced, transmitted, 
    transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or 
    translated into any language in any form, 
    by any means, without Nikon’s prior 
    written permission.
    • Nikon reserves the right to change the 
    specifications of the hardware and 
    software described in these manuals at 
    any time and without prior notice. •
    Nikon will not be held liable for any 
    damages resulting from the use of this 
    product.
    • While every effort has been made to 
    ensure that the information in these 
    manuals is accurate and complete, we 
    would appreciate it were you to bring any 
    errors or omissions to the attention of the 
    Nikon representative in your area (address 
    provided separately).
    Notice for Customers in Canada
    CAUTION
    This Class B digital apparatus complies with 
    Canadian ICES-003. AT T E NT ION
    Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est 
    conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
    Notices for Customers in Europe
    This symbol indicates that this
    product is to be collected sepa-
    rately.
    The following apply only to users in
    European countries:
    • This product is designated for separate 
    collection at an appropriate collection 
    point.
     Do not dispose of as household 
    waste.
    • For more information, contact the retailer 
    or the local authorities in charge of waste 
    management. This symbol on the battery indi-
    cates that the battery is to be col-
    lected separately.
    The following apply only to users in
    European countries:
    •
    All batteries, whether marked with this 
    symbol or not, are designated for separate 
    collection at an appropriate collection 
    point.
     Do not dispose of as household 
    waste.
    • For more information, contact the retailer 
    or the local authorities in charge of waste 
    management.
    CAUTION
    RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
     DISPOSE OF USED 
    BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. 
    						
    							
    xiii
    Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
    This equipment has been tested and found 
    to comply with the limits for a Class B digital 
    device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
     
    These limits are designed to provide 
    reasonable protection against harmful 
    interference in a residential installation.
     This 
    equipment generates, uses, and can radiate 
    radio frequency energy and, if not installed 
    and used in accordance with the instructions, 
    may cause harmful interference to radio 
    communications.
     However, there is no 
    guarantee that interference will not occur in 
    a particular installation.
     If this equipment 
    does cause harmful interference to radio or 
    television reception, which can be 
    determined by turning the equipment off 
    and on, the user is encouraged to try to 
    correct the interference by one or more of 
    the following measures:
    • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
    • Increase the separation between the 
    equipment and receiver.
    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a 
    circuit different from that to which the 
    receiver is connected.
    • Consult the dealer or an experienced 
    radio/television technician for help. CAUTIONS
    Modifications
    The FCC requires the user be notified that any 
    changes or modifications made to this device 
    that are not expressly approved by Nikon 
    Corporation may void the user’s authority to 
    operate the equipment.
    Interface Cables
    Use the interface cables sold or provided by 
    Nikon for your equipment.
     Using other 
    interface cables may exceed the limits of 
    Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
    Notice for Customers in the State of California
    WARNING : Handling the cord on this product 
    may expose you to lead, a chemical known to 
    the State of California to cause birth defects 
    or other reproductive harm.
     Wash hands 
    after handling .
    Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, 
    Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
    Tel.: 631-547-4200
    The Battery Charger
    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIO
    NS—SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
    DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE  OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY 
    FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
    For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper 
    configuration for the power outlet if needed.
     This power unit is intended to be correctly 
    oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
    D5200 
    						
    							
    xiv
    Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
    Note that simply being in possession of material  that has been digitally copied or reproduced 
    by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.
    • Items prohibited by law from being copied or 
    reproduced
    Do not copy or reproduce paper money, 
    coins, securities, government bonds, or 
    local government bonds, even if such 
    copies or reproductions are stamped 
    “Sample.”
    The copying or reproduction of paper 
    money, coins, or securities which are 
    circulated in a foreign  country is prohibited.
    Unless the prior permission of the 
    government has been obtained, the 
    copying or reproduction of unused postage 
    stamps or post cards issued by the 
    government is prohibited.
    The copying or reproduction of stamps 
    issued by the government and of certified 
    documents stipulated by law is prohibited. •
    Cautions on certain co pies and reproductions
    The government has issued cautions on 
    copies or reproductions of securities issued 
    by private companies (shares, bills, checks, 
    gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or 
    coupon tickets, except when a minimum of 
    necessary copies are to be provided for 
    business use by a company.
     Also, do not 
    copy or reproduce passports issued by the 
    government, licenses issued by public 
    agencies and private groups, ID cards, and 
    tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
    • Comply with copyright notices
    The copying or reproduction of 
    copyrighted creative works such as books, 
    music, paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, 
    drawings, movies, and photographs is 
    governed by national and international 
    copyright laws.
     Do not use this product for 
    the purpose of making illegal copies or to 
    infringe copyright laws.
    Disposing of Data Storage Devices
    Please note that deleting images or formatting  memory cards or other data storage devices 
    does not completely erase the original image data.
     Deleted files can sometimes be recovered 
    from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in 
    the malicious use of personal image data.
     Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s 
    responsibility.
    Before discarding a data storage device or tran sferring ownership to another person, erase all 
    data using commercial deletion software, or form at the device and then completely refill it 
    with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky).
     Be sure to 
    also replace any pictures selected for preset manual ( 079).
     Care should be taken to avoid 
    injury when physically destroying data storage devices.
    AVC Patent Portfolio License
    T
    HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC  PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-
    COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AV C STANDARD (“AVC 
    VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC  VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND 
    NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AV C 
    VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE 
    OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE  http://www.mpegla.com 
    						
    							
    xv
    Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
    Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry.
     
    Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (includi ng chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash 
    accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are 
    engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this 
    electronic circuitry.
    The use of non-Nikon electronic accesso ries could damage the camera and may 
    void your Nikon warranty.
     The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not 
    bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown at right could interfere with normal 
    operation of the camera or result in the batteri es overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.
    For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
    DUse Only Nikon Brand Accessories
    Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital 
    camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety 
    requirements.
     THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR 
    N
    IKON WARRANTY.
    DServicing the Camera and Accessories
    The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing.
     Nikon recommends that the 
    camera be inspected by the original retailer  or a Nikon-authorized service representative 
    once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that 
    fees apply to these services).
     Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly 
    recommended if the camera is used professionally.
     Any accessories regularly used with the 
    camera, such as lenses or optional flash unit s, should be included when the camera is 
    inspected or serviced.
    ABefore Taking Important Pictures
    Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the 
    camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensu re that the camera is functioning normally.
     Nikon 
    will not be held liable for damages or lost pr ofits that may result from product malfunction.
    ALife-Long Learning
    As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning”  commitment to ongoing product support and 
    education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:
    • For users in the U.S.A. : http://www.nikonusa.com/
    • For users in Europe and Africa : http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
    • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East : http://www.nikon-asia.com/
    Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to 
    frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography.
     
    Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the 
    following URL for contact information:  http://imaging.nikon.com/ 
    						
    							
    1
    Introduction
    Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Yo u  
    may find it helpful to bookmark this sectio n and refer to it as you read through the 
    rest of the manual.
    The Camera Body
    Getting to Know the Camera
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    1 Mode dial ...................................3
    2Live view switch
    Live view ............................. 93
    Movie ................................. 101
    3 R (information) button... 7, 98
    4I /E /#  button
    Release mode
    ......................29
    Self-timer ............................ 31
    Remote control.................. 31
    5 Eyelets for camera strap ...... 14
    6E/N  button
    Exposure compensation... 66
    Adjusting aperture ........... 59
    Flash compensation ......... 68
    7Shutter-release button... 22, 23
    8 Power switch .............................2
    9Movie-record button.......... 101
    10 Infrared receiver for ML-L3 
    remote control (front)
    ....... 31
    11 AF-assist illuminator ............. 35
    Self-timer lamp ...................... 31
    Red-eye reduction lamp ...... 47
    12Body cap
    13CPU contacts
    14Built-in flash ............................ 45
    15Speaker ............................. 2, 106
    16Focal plane mark ( E) ........... 41
    17 M/ Y  button
    Flash mode................... 46, 47
    Flash compensation.......... 68
    18 Connector cover
    19Fn button
    Using the  Fn button
    ................................... 10, 165
    20 Mounting mark ...................... 15
    21Lens release button .............. 19
    22Mirror ..................................... 216
    23Lens mount.......................15, 41
    24Accessory shoe cover ......... 204
    25Accessory shoe (for optional 
    flash units) ......................... 204
    26 Stereo microphone .........2, 103
    27Connector for external 
    microphone
    ........................ 104
    28 USB and A/V connector
    Connecting to a computer ....................... 134
    Connecting to a printer .......................................... 137
    Connecting to a TV ......... 145
    29 HDMI mini-pin connector
    .............................................. 146
    30 Accessory terminal ............. 210 
    						
    							
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    1
    Viewfinder eyepiece......... 4, 32
    2Rubber eyecup .......................32
    3G  button
    Menus ..........................11, 148
    Restoring default settings ............................................53
    4  Infrared receiver for ML-L3 
    remote control (rear)
    ......... 31
    5 Monitor
    Viewing settings .................. 6
    Live view ..............................93
    Full-frame playback ....... 118
    6 Tr i p od  so cke t
    7Diopter adjustment 
    control ...................................17
    8 P  (information edit) button
    .................................................. 6
    Restoring default settings ............................................53
    9 A/L  button
    Using the  A (L ) button
    ................................... 39, 166
    Protecting photographs  from deletion ................ 126
    10 Command dial ..........................8
    11K button
    Playback ............................ 118
    12 J (OK) button ....................... 12
    13 Memory card slot cover
    ..........................................15, 18
    14 Multi selector ......................... 12
    15Memory card access lamp
    ..........................................22, 93
    16 O button
    Deleting pictures during  playback......................... 127
    17 X button
    Playback zoom in ............ 125
    18 Power connector cover for 
    optional power connector.............................................. 212
    19 Battery-chamber cover latch
    ......................................... 14, 18
    20 Battery-chamber cover
    ......................................... 14, 18
    21 W/Q  button
    Thumbnails ....................... 123
    Playback zoom out ......... 125
    Help ...................................... 11
    22 Battery latch .................... 14, 18
    DThe Microphone and Speaker
    Do not place the microphone or speaker  in close proximity to magnetic devices.
     Failure to 
    observe this precaution could affect the  data recorded on the magnetic devices.
    AThe Power Switch
    Rotate the power switch as shown to turn 
    the camera on. Rotate the power switch as shown to turn 
    the camera off. 
    						
    							
    3
    The Mode Dial
    The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes:
    P, S, A, and M Modes
    Select these modes for full control over 
    camera settings.
    •P — Programmed auto  (0 56)
    • S — Shutter-priority auto  (0 57)
    • A — Aperture-priority auto  (0 58)
    • M—Manual  (0 59) Special Effects Modes
    Use special effects during shooting.
    •
    % Night vision  ( 0 112)
    • g Color sketch  ( 0 112, 114)
    • ( Miniature effect  ( 0 112, 115)
    • 3 Selective color  (0 113, 116)
    • 1 Silhouette  (0 113)
    • 2 High key  (0 113)
    • 3 Low key  (0 113)
    Auto Modes
    Select these modes for simple, point-and-
    shoot photography.
    • i Auto  (0 21)
    • j Auto (flash off )  (0 21)
    Scene Modes
    The camera automatically optimizes settings to  suit the scene selected with the mode dial.
     
    Match your selection to the scene being photographed.
    •k Portrait  (0 24)
    • l Landscape  (0 24)
    • p Child  (0 25) •
    m Sports  (0 25)
    • n Close up  (0 25)
    • h  Other scenes  (0 26)
    AScene Auto Selector (Live View)
    Selecting live view in  i or  j mode enables automatic scene selection (“scene auto 
    selector”;  098) when autofocus is used. 
    						
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