1. IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be used. 2. Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses. 3. Spot metering meters
selected focus point. 4. The camera's exposure metering and flash control systems do not work properly when
shifting and/or tilting the lens, or when an aperture other than the maximum aperture is used. 5. Electronic
rangefinder cannot be used while shifting or tilting. 6. Manual exposure mode only. 7. Compatible with AF-I
Nikkor lenses and with all AF-S lenses except DX 12-24 mm f/4G ED and AF-S series 17-35 mm f/2.8D ED, DX 17-55
mm f/2.8G, 24-85 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED, VR 24-120 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED, and 28-70 mm f/2.8D ED. 8. With maximum
effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 9. When focusing at minimum focus distance with AF 80-200mm f/2.8, AF
35-70mm f/2.8, new AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5, or AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 lenses at maximum zoom, in-focus indicator
may be displayed when image on matte screen in viewfinder is not in focus. Adjust focus manually until image in
viewfinder is in focus. 10. With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 11. Some lenses cannot be used 12. Range of
rotation for AI 80-200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is limited by camera body. Filters cannot be exchanged while AI
200-400mm f/4 ED is mounted on camera. 13. If maximum aperture is specified using Non-CPU Lens Data, aperture
value will be displayed in viewfinder and control panel. 14. Can be used only if lens focal length and maximum
aperture are specified using Non-CPU Lens Data. Use spot or center-weighted metering if desired results are
not achieved. 15. For improved precision, specify lens focal length and maximum aperture using Non-CPU Lens
Data. 16. Can be used in manual exposure modes at shutter speeds slower than 1/125 s. 17. Exposure determined
by presetting lens aperture. In aperture-priority auto exposure mode, preset aperture using lens aperture ring
before performing AE lock or shifting lens. In manual exposure mode, preset aperture using lens aperture ring
and determine exposure before shifting lens. 18. Exposure compensation required when used with certain lenses.
See teleconverter manual for details. 19. Requires Auto Extension Ring PK-12/13. Bellows Spacer PB-6D may be
required depending on camera orientation. 20. Use preset aperture. In aperture-priority auto exposure mode, set
aperture using focusing attachment before determining exposure and taking photograph.
• Reprocopy Outfit PF-4 requires Camera Holder PA-4.
NIKKOR lenses
The image quality achieved by any SLR camera
system is directly influenced by the quality of
the lenses it can accommodate; and none equal
the performance and quality of Nikon's AF,
AF-S and dedicated DX NIKKOR lenses. Each
NIKKOR lens proudly represents the company's
90-year heritage of developing the finest
components and building processes to produce
industry-leading photo optics with precision
mechanisms and optimized performance.
ED and Super ED glass elements compensate
for magnification and help correct chromatic
aberration. Exclusive Nano-Crystal anti-
reflective coating prevents reflection better
than conventional lenses to reduce flare
and glare, especially under strong lighting.
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm
f/2.8G ED
Wide-angle zoom lens exclusively for use with Nikon
DX-Format digital SLR (Picture angle equivalent to a
25.5-82.5mm lens in 35mm and FX-formats)
Built-in Flash with i-TTL flash control
The powerful built-in
flash does much more
than fire when natural
lighting is inadequate or
effectively add balanced
fill flash when there is strong backlighting.
Nikon's highly robust i-TTL flash control
evaluates flash exposure with greater
precision to achieve better automatic flash
balance and deliver outstanding results. Full
support for the Advanced Wireless Lighting
System lets the built-in flash function as a
wireless remote commander that provides
direct, two-group wireless control over
SB-600, SB-800 or SB-R200 Speedlights.
Full support for Nikon's Creative
Lighting System
The D30 0 also work s seamlessly with
Nikon SB-800, SB-600, SB-400 and SB-R200
Speedlights, delivering the full benefits of
i-TTL flash control's advanced monitor pre-
flash, accurate bounce-flash measurement
and comprehensive wireless operation*. The
SB-800 and SB-600 Speedlights also feature
an AF-Assist Illuminator for multi-area AF
tailored to the D300's AF Sensor Module, as
well as Auto Zoom flash coverage.
* SB-400 is not compatible with Advanced Wireless Lighting
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i- TTL flash control
Building on the accuracy of the monitor
preflash, the brighter, shorter i-TTL pre-flash
enables more precise evaluation of flash
exposure to achieve outstanding results born
of better automatic flash balance.
Advanced Wireless Lighting System
Exclusive technology does away with the
need for cables and flash meters to provide
you with a totally flexible lighting solution.
With the built-in flash, SB-800 Speedlight or
SU-800 Wireless Commander serving as the
Master controller, up to 3 remote groups of
any number of SB-800, SB-600 or SB-R200
Speedlights can be arranged as you like for
total lighting control, with mode settings
(i-T TL, A A, A, M, Repeating and Flash
cancel) available for each individual group
and the Master controller, and full i-TTL
control available based not only on general
output ratios for each group, but also on
subject brightness. As a result, each flash
output ratio can be set, even if a remote is
repositioned. Flash compensation can also
be adjusted on the fly for each group, with
settings easily made and confirmed on the
Master controller's large dot matrix LCD.
There's also a choice of 4 frequency channels
to minimize the risk of interference with
other photographers' Speedlights.
Ultimate optical performance
Tight integration with Nikon’s Total Imaging System
ensures seamless compatibility with a diverse lineup
of superb NIKKOR lenses
Meniscus protective glass elements prevent
damage to large-diameter telephoto lenses
while providing sharp, clear images with
less ghosting. Three types of precision-
ground aspheric elements help minimize lens
aberrations and wide-angle lens distortion.
Precision mechanisms include the Close-range
Correction system used in fisheye, wide-angle
and other lenses to provide superior picture
quality at close focusing distances. Nikon's own
SWM (Silent Wave Motor) technology combines
fast and accurate autofocusing with super-
quiet operation. And Internal Focusing (IF)
helps ensure smoother focusing and a better
balanced body.
DX NIKKOR lenses are designed expressly for
use with Nikon DX-format digital SLR cameras.
Featuring designs that are both light and
compact, the enhanced wide picture angle
performance and outstanding center-to-edge-
to-corner image quality of DX NIKKOR lenses
contribute to achieving superb Nikon DX-
format performance.
The VR lens advantage
Simply stated, Nikon's advanced Vibration
Reduction system for reducing the image
degrading effects of camera shake exceeds
the performance capabilities of in-camera
image stabilization systems. The VR II optical
lens shift mechanism of Nikon's lens-based
system delivers performance equivalent
to shooting at shutter speeds of up to 4
stops faster*, making it possible to take
substantially sharper handheld pictures
at slower shutter speeds in lower lighting
conditions. The VR II system's optics physically
adjust in real time, so a stable image is seen
through the viewfinder while confirming
the shot. And, because the optical lens shift
mechanism is optimized for each focal length,
each VR lens produces consistent results.
Two VR modes are available to match
shooting conditions. Normal mode primarily
reduces camera shake in handheld shooting,
and detects panning automatically. Active
mode compensates for situations where
vibration is pronounced and frequent, such
as when shooting from a moving vehicle.
* Under Nikon measurement conditions
Advanced lighting control
Nikon’s Creative Lighting System provides advanced control and
incredible flexibility to fully empower the creative process
FV (Flash Value) Lock
FV (Flash Value) Lock is the flash equivalent
of AE Lock, allowing the photographer to
change composition while maintaining a
desired flash value.
Repeating flash function
Repeating flash func tion ser ves as an
excellent advantage for capturing fast-
moving subjects.
Modeling Flash
M o d e l i n g F l a s h f i r e s a o n e - s e c o n d
(approx.) stroboscopic burst, enabling the
photographer to visually check for shadows
and reflective objects and assess overall
lighting prior to shooting.
Auto FP High-Speed Sync
Auto FP High-Speed Sync operating with
the optional SB-800 or SB-600 Speedlights,
allows flash synchronization in all exposure
modes at shutter speeds up to 1/8,000 second
- providing fill flash that achieves effective
background blur, even when shooting in
bright conditions or at High ISO values.
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm
f/3.5-5.6G ED
A compact and lightweight high-power zoom lens
for Nikon digital SLRs, featuring enhanced Vibration
Reduction (Picture angle equivalent to a 27-300mm lens
in 35mm and FX-formats)
Lens/accessory
Camera setting
Type G or D AF Nikkor
2
AF-S, AF-I Nikkor
PC-Micro Nikkor 85 mm f/2.8D
4
AF-S / AF-I Teleconverter
7
Other AF Nikkor (except lenses for F3AF)
AI-P Nikkor
AI-, AI modified Nikkor or Nikon Series E Lenses
12
Medical-Nikkor 120 mm f/4
Reflex-Nikkor
PC-Nikkor
AI-type Teleconverter
18
Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-6
19
Auto Extension Rings PK-11A/12/13/PN-11
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Focus Mode
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3D Color
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Exposure mode Metering system
M (with electoronic
rangefinder)
A
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CPU lenses
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Non-CPU lenses
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Function Compatibility Chart
VR OFF
VR ON
SB-800
SB-600
SB-400
Nikon close-up Speedlight
Commander Kit R1C1
• Lens: AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G ED
• 1/250 second, f/4
• White balance: Auto
• ISO sensitivity: 200
• Picture Control: Standard
M
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B
B
Master M (Built-in Flash): Off
Remote A (SB-800): Manual
Remote B (SB-800): Manual
• AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED
• 1/30 second, f/4.8 • White balance: Auto • ISO sensitivity: 200
• Picture Control: Standard
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