Nikon D750

241 Pages·2015·17.824 MB·English

by  Sparks, Jon

NIKON D750
THE EXPANDED GUIDE
Jon Sparks
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NIKON D750
THE EXPANDED GUIDE
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First published 2015 by
Ammonite Press
an imprint of AE Publications Ltd
166 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1XU, UK
Text © AE Publications Ltd, 2015
Images © Jon Sparks, 2015
Product photography © Nikon, 2015
Copyright © in the Work AE Publications Ltd, 2015
Print ISBN 978-1-78145-142-7
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British Library Cataloging in Publication Data: A catalog record HISTORY MAN
of this book is available from the British Library. The D750’s autofocus is
as good as any current
Editor: Rob Yarham DSLR. There was certainly
Series Editor: Richard Wiles no hesitation with this
Design: Richard Dewing Associates shot and the image is
absolutely pin-sharp.
Typefaces: Giacomo 300mm, 1/1000 sec.,
Color reproduction by GMC Reprographics f/4.5, ISO 400.
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» CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Overview 6
Chapter 2 Functions 20
Chapter 3 Menus 96
Chapter 4 Flash 148
Chapter 5 Close-up 168
Chapter 6 Movies 176
Chapter 7 Lenses 190
Chapter 8 Accessories & care 210
Chapter 9 Connection 220
Glossary 234
Useful web sites 237
Index 238
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OVERVIEW
The Nikon D750 is a new addition to the company’s range of full-frame
digital SLR (DSLR) cameras, taking its place between the D610 and D810,
and borrowing features from both. For instance, its 24-megapixel sensor
is similar, though not identical, to that in the D610, and its overall
dimensions are closer to this camera too. On the other hand, its autofocus
system is akin to the D810’s (and to the top-of-the range D4s), although
said to have been improved still further. Its maximum shooting speed is
faster than either the D810 or D610. There are also a couple of standout
features which distinguish it from any other full-frame Nikon, namely a
semi-articulated screen (a boon for movie shooters in particular) and
onboard WiFi connectivity.
READY TO SHOOT »
When you unpack a new camera, it’s tempting
to start shooting right away—and taking pictures
is the best way to learn. However, it still makes
sense to peruse this book sooner rather than
later, to ensure you don’t miss out on new
features and functions.
85mm, 1/100 sec., f/8, ISO 100.
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› Evolution of the Nikon D750
Among major camera makers, Nikon has design was based on the F801 35mm SLR.
always been noted for continuity as well as However, the true line of descent of the
innovation. When the main manufacturers D750 begins with the 2.7-megapixel D1, in
introduced their first viable autofocus 1999. Its sensor adopted the DX format
35mm cameras in the 1980s, most of them (see page 10), which remained in use with
jettisoned their existing lens mounts, but every Nikon DSLR prior to the D3.
Nikon stayed true to its tried and tested Following the 2007 introduction of the
F-mount system. It’s still possible to use D3 as Nikon’s first full-frame DSLR, the
the vast majority of classic Nikon lenses D700 (2008) used the same sensor but
with the latest digital cameras like the in a smaller, lighter body. Physically and
D750, although some camera functions functionally, the D800/D800E (2012)
may be lost. appeared to be direct descendants of the
For this and other reasons, “evolution” D700, but internally there was a huge
accurately describes the development of change—a jump from a 12-megapixel
Nikon’s digital cameras. Nikon’s first digital sensor to a 36-megapixel sensor. In the
SLR was the E2s. Sporting a then- same year, Nikon also introduced the D600,
impressive 1.3-megapixel sensor, its body a smaller and lighter full-frame DSLR; in
fact its body dimensions and weight were
rreemmaarrkkaabbllyy ssiimmilar to the DX-format D7000.
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Nikon D700 (2008) Nikon D610 (2010)
Nikon’s second full-frame FX DSLR attracted The D610 was in most respects identical to the
many professionals and discerning amateurs, D600, apart from a revamped shutter assembly
off ering the same sensor and same superb introduced following problems with shutters in
image quality as the D3 in a lighter and more the D600 spraying tiny amounts of oil onto the
compact body. low-pass fi lter over the sensor.
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