Nikon D80 User Manual

79Menu Guide / Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
The shooting menu contains the following options (options displayed
may diff er if My menu is selected for the CSM/Setup option in the
setup menu; 101). See “Using Camera Menus” ( 9) for more infor-
mation on using the menus.
Option Description
Optimize image
*
Optimize images according to scene. 79–81
Image quality
†
Choose image quality. 81
Image size
†
Choose image size. 81
White balance
*, †
Adjust colors according to the light source. 82
ISO sensitivity
†
Raise sensitivity when lighting is poor. 83
Long exp. NR Reduce noise at slow shutter speeds. 83
High ISO NR Reduce noise at high ISO sensitivities. 83
Multiple exposure
*, †
Record multiple exposures in a single frame. 84–85
* Available in P, S, A, and M modes only.
† Reset to defaults when a two-button reset is performed (
44).
Optimize Image (P, S, A, and M Modes)
Optimize contrast, sharpening, and other settings according to how photographs will be
used or the type of scene.
Option Description
N
Normal (default) Recommended for most situations.
SO
Softer
Softens outlines, producing natural results suitable for portraits or retouching
on a computer.
VI
Vivid
Enhances saturation, contrast, and sharpness to produce vivid images with
vibrant reds, greens, and blues.
VI
More vivid
Maximizes saturation, contrast, and sharpness to produce crisp images with
sharp outlines.
PO
Portrait
Lowers contrast while lending natural texture and rounded feel to skin of por-
trait subjects.
Custom Customize image optimization settings ( 80).
B W
Black-and-white Take photos in black-and-white ( 81).
At Settings Other than “Custom”
At settings other than Custom:
• Photographs are optimized for current shooting conditions. Results will vary with exposure and the
position of the subject in the frame.
• The sRGB color space is used. To use the Adobe RGB color space, select Custom and choose II
(Adobe RGB) for Color Mode.
• Use a type G or D lens for best results.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu

Nikon D80 Specifications

General

Field of view	170 %
Display diagonal	2.5 \
Vari-angle LCD display	No
Display resolution (numeric)	230000 pixels
Megapixel	10.2 MP
Camera type	SLR Camera Body
Sensor type	CCD
Sensor format	DX
Total megapixels	10.75 MP
Image sensor size	- \
Image formats supported	EXIF, NEF, RAW
Maximum image resolution	3872 x 2592 pixels
Image sensor size (W x H)	23.6 x 15.8 mm
Still image resolution(s)	L (3872 x 2592) M (2896 x 1944) S (1936 x 1296)
Digital zoom	- x
Mounting type	Bayonet
Focal length range	27 - 202.5 mm
Lens mount interface	Nikon F
Built-in flash	Yes
Power source type	Battery
PictBridge	-
USB version	2.0
USB connector	Mini-USB B
Product color	Black
Battery type	EN-EL3e
Number of batteries supported	1
Flash modes	Red-eye reduction, Second curtain synchro, Slow synchronization
Flash sync-speed	0.005 s
Flash range (wide)	- m
Flash exposure correction	-3EV - +1EV (1/3 EV step)
Compatible memory cards	SD, SDHC
Eye relief	19.5 mm
Scene modes	Close-up (macro), Night landscape, Night portrait, Portrait, Sports, Landscape (scenery)
Image editing	Resizing, Rotating, Trimming
Photo effects	Black&White, Sepia, Vivid
White balance	Auto, Fine, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Sunny
Shooting modes	Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter priority
Camera playback	Single image, Thumbnails
Self-timer delay	2, 3, 5, 10, 12, 20 s
Languages support	CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), DEU, DUT, ENG, FIN, FRE, ITA, JPN, KOR, POL, POR, RUS, SWE
Diopter adjustment (D-D)	-2 - 1
Focus	TTL
Focus adjustment	Auto/Manual
Auto Focus (AF) points	11
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Multi Point Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) points selection	Auto
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Matrix, Spot
ISO sensitivity	100, 1600
Light exposure modes	Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)	1600
ISO sensitivity (min)	100
Light exposure correction	± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter type	Electronic
Fastest camera shutter speed	1/4000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed	30 s
Cables included	AV, USB
HD type	Not supported
Maximum video resolution	- pixels
Analog signal format system	NTSC, PAL
Magnification	0.95 x
Viewfinder type	Optical

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	77 mm
Width	132 mm
Height	103 mm
Weight	585 g