Nikon Camera D610 Users Manual

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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.
 The flash should be no less than one meter 
(3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care 
should be observed when photographing 
infants.
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 avoid damage to 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 injury or product malfunction 
due to fire or electric shock.
• Dust on or near the me tal parts of the plug 
should be removed with a dry cloth.
 Continued use could result in fire. •
Do not handle the power cable or go near 
the charger during thunderstorms.
 Failure to 
observe this precaution could result in 
electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify, or forcibly tug or 
bend the power cable.
 Do not place it under 
heavy objects or expose it to heat or flame. Should the insulation be damaged and the 
wires become exposed, take the power cable 
to a Nikon-authorized service representative 
for inspection.
 Failure to observe this 
precaution could result in fire or electric 
shock.
• Do not handle the plug or charger with wet 
hands.
 Failure to observe this precaution 
could result in injury or product malfunction 
due to fire or 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 cablesWhen 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-ROMsCD-ROMs containing software or manuals 
should not be played back on audio CD 
equipment.
 Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD 
player could cause hearin g loss or damage the 
equipment.
ADo not carry tripods with a lens or camera attached You could trip or accidentally strike others, 
resulting in injury.
AFollow the instructions of airline and hospital 
personnel
This camera transmits radio frequencies that 
could interfere with medical equipment or 
aircraft navigation. Disable the wireless 
network feature and remove all wireless 
accessories from the camera before boarding 
an aircraft, and turn the camera off during take 
off and landing. In medical facilities, follow 
staff instructions regarding the use of wireless 
devices. 
						

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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).
Notices for Customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B
Notices for Customers in Europe
This symbol indicates that 
electrical and electronic 
equipment is to be collected 
separately.
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.
• Separate collection and recycling helps 
conserve natural resources and prevent 
negative consequences for human health 
and the environment that might result 
from incorrect disposal.
• For more information, contact the retailer 
or the local authorities in charge of waste 
management. This symbol on the battery 
indicates that the battery is to be 
collected 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. 
						

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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
Power Cable
At voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the voltage in use, be at 
least AWG no. 18 gauge, and have SVG insulation  or better with a NEMA 6P-15 plug rated for 
AC 250 V 15 A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Ra dio 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 
						

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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 ( 0121).
 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 
						

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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 batteries  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/ 
						

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Package Contents
Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera.
• D610 camera •
BS-1 accessory 
shoe cover •
DK-21 rubber 
eyecup
• BM-14 monitor 
cover •
BF-1B body 
cap
• EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery 
(with terminal cover) •
AN-DC10 strap
• UC-E15 USB cable
• ViewNX 2 CD
• User’s Manual  
(this guide)
• Warranty
Memory cards are sold 
separately.
•
MH-25 battery charger (AC wall 
adapter supplied only in countries or 
regions where required. Shape of 
power cable depends on country of 
sale.)
• DK-5 eyepiece cap
AThe Camera Strap
Attach the strap securely to the two eyelets on the camera body as shown below. 
						

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Introduction
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Yo u  
may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the 
rest of the manual.
The Camera Body
Getting to Know the Camera
1 Release mode dial ............................................. 6, 83
2Mode dial ....................................................................5
3Mode dial lock release .............................................5
4Eyelet for camera strap
5Release mode dial lock release ...................... 6, 83
6Accessory shoe (for optional flash unit)......... 292
7Accessory shoe cover.......................................... 292
8Power switch..............................................................1
9Shutter-release button ...................................38, 39
10 E button
Exposure compensation ................................ 112
Two-button reset............................................. 151
11 Movie-record button .............................................58
12Z/Q  button
Metering ............................................................ 109
Formatting memory cards ...............................31
13 Focal plane mark ( E) ........................................ 103
14 Control panel ............................................................. 7
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. 
						

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The Camera Body (Continued)
1Built-in flash ..........................................................143
2Mirror ............................................................... 88, 303
3Meter coupling lever ...........................................328
4Lens mounting mark ............................................. 26
5M/Y  button
Flash mode ........................................................143
Flash compensation ........................................148
6 D  button
Bracketing........................................153, 156, 158
7 Infrared receiver (front) ........................................ 86
8Built-in microphone ....................................... 58, 65
9Audio connector cover ................................ 61, 298
10 HDMI/USB connector cover ............ 194, 196, 204
11Cover for accessory terminal ............................ 298
12Lens release button............................................... 26
13AF-mode button .....................................51, 98, 100
14Focus-mode selector ................................... 97, 103
15Headphone connector ......................................... 61
16Connector for external microphone ................. 61
17USB connector 
Connecting to a computer ............................ 194
Connecting to a printer.................................. 196
18 HDMI mini-pin connector.................................. 204
19Accessory terminal ..................................... 175, 298
ALCD Illuminators
Rotating the power switch toward 
D activates the 
standby timer and control panel backlight (LCD 
illuminator), allowing the disp lay to be read in the dark.
 
After the power switch is released and returns to the  ON 
position, the illuminators will remain lit for six seconds 
while the standby timer is active or until the shutter is 
released or the power switch is rotated toward 
D again.
Power switch 
						

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The Camera Body (Continued)
1AF-assist illuminator ........................................... 223
Self-timer lamp ...................................................... 86
Red-eye reduction lamp .................................... 145
2Sub-command dial....................................... 12, 245
3Depth-of-field preview button...60, 77, 244, 248
4Fn (function) button ................... 92, 149, 174, 242
5 Battery-chamber cover ........................................ 23
6Battery-chamber cover latch .............................. 23
7Contact cover for optional MB-D14 battery pack
.............................................................................. 297
8 Power connector cover ...................................... 299
9CPU contacts
10 Lens mount .....................................................26, 103
11AF coupling
12Tr i p od  so cke t
13Body cap ..........................................................25, 298
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. 
						

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The Camera Body (Continued)
1Viewfinder eyepiece.............................................. 33
2Rubber eyecup ....................................................... 86
3O/Q  button
Delete .......................................................... 47, 189
Formatting memory cards............................... 31
4 K  button
Playback ...................................................... 46, 177
5 Monitor
Viewing settings................................................... 9
Live view ....................................................... 49, 57
Viewing pictures ................................................ 46
Full-frame playback.........................................177
6 G  button
Menu ............................................................ 18, 207
7 c/b  button
Retouch ....................................................... 69, 261
Picture Control........................................... 50, 129
8 L /U  button
Help ....................................................................... 18
Protect ................................................................188
White balance .................................115, 117, 120
9 X/T  button
Playback zoom in .............................................187
Image quality/size ...................................... 93, 95
10 W/S  button
Playback zoom out/thumbnails.......... 185, 186
ISO sensitivity ................................................... 105
Auto ISO sensitivity control........................... 107
Two-button reset ............................................. 151
11 Diopter adjustment control ................................ 33
12A button
Using the AE/AF lock button ...... 102, 110, 244
13 Main command dial ..................................... 12, 245
14Multi selector .......................................................... 19
15J (OK) button .............................................. 19, 241
16 Focus selector lock .............................................. 101
17Memory card slot cover ....................................... 29
18Ambient brightness sensor for automatic 
monitor brightness control..................... 53, 250
19 Live view selector
Live view photography .................................... 49
Movie live view .................................................. 57
20 a button...........................................................49, 57
21 Infrared receiver (rear).......................................... 86
22Memory card access lamp .............................29, 38
23Speaker .................................................................... 67
24R (info) button.................................................. 9, 11