Nikon Camera D3300 Reference Manual
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101 P, S, A, and M Modes A Shutter Speed and Aperture Shutter speed and aperture are shown in the viewfinder and information display. Shutter speed Aperture Fast shutter speeds ( 1/1600 s in this example) freeze motion. Slow shutter speeds (here 1 s) blur motion. Large apertures (such as f/5.6; remember, the lower the f-number, the larger the aperture) blur details in front of and behind the main subject. Small apertures (f/22 in this case) bring both background and foreground into focus.
102P, S, A, and M Modes Mode P (Programmed Auto) This mode is recommended for snapshots or whenever you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. To take pictures in programmed auto mode, rotate the mode dial to P. Mode dial
103 P, S, A, and M Modes A Flexible Program In mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the command dial (“flexible program”). Rotate the dial right for large apertures (low f-numbers) and fast shutter speeds, left for small apertures (high f-numbers) and slow shutter speeds. All combinations produce the same exposure. Rotate right to blur background details or freeze motion. Command dial Rotate left to increase depth of field or blur motion. While flexible program is in effect, a U (R ) indicator appears in the viewfinder and information display. To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the command dial until the indicator is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off.
104P, S, A, and M Modes Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) This mode lets you control shutter speed: choose fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion, slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving objects. The camera automatically adjusts aperture for optimal exposure. To choose a shutter speed: 1 Rotate the mode dial to S.Fast shutter speeds (e.g., 1/1600 s) freeze motion. Slow shutter speeds (e.g., 1 s) blur motion. Mode dial
105 P, S, A, and M Modes 2 Choose a shutter speed. Rotate the command dial to choose the desired shutter speed: rotate right for faster speeds, left for slower speeds. Command dial
106P, S, A, and M Modes Mode A (Aperture -Priority Auto) In this mode, you can adjust aperture to control depth of field (the distance in front of and behind the main subject that appears to be in focus). The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed for optimal exposure. To choose an aperture: 1 Rotate the mode dial to A. Large apertures (low f-numbers, e.g. f/5.6) blur details in front of and behind the main subject. Small apertures (high f-numbers, e.g. f/22) bring the foreground and background into focus. Mode dial
107 P, S, A, and M Modes 2 Choose an aperture. Rotate the command dial left for larger apertures (lower f-numbers), right for smaller apertures (higher f- numbers). Command dial
108P, S, A, and M Modes Mode M (Manual) In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speeds of “Bulb” and “Time ” are available for long time- exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks ( 0 110).1 Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial
109 P, S, A, and M Modes 2 Choose aperture and shutter speed. Checking the exposure indicator (see below), adjust shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speed is selected by rotating the command dial (right for faster speeds, left for slower). To adjust aperture, keep the E (N ) button pressed while rotating the command dial (left for larger apertures/lower f-numbers and right for smaller apertures/higher f-numbers). Shutter speed Command dial Aperture E (N ) button Command dialAThe Exposure Indicator If a CPU lens is attached ( 0289) and a shutter speed other than “Bulb” or “Time” is selected, the exposure indicator in the viewfinder and information display shows whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings.Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
110P, S, A, and M Modes Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)Select the following shutter speeds for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. •Bulb ( A ): The shutter remains open while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. To prevent blur, use a tripod or an optional wireless remote controller ( 0308) or remote cord ( 0309). • Time ( &): Start the exposure using the shutter-release button on the camera or on an optional remote control, remote cord, or wireless remote controller. The shutter remains open for thirty minutes or until the button is pressed a second time. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. To prevent light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure, we recommend that you cover the viewfinder with your hand or other objects such as an optional eyepiece cap ( 0 307) before taking pictures without your eye to the viewfinder ( 073). To prevent loss of power before the exposure is complete, use a fully charged battery. Note that noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, or fog) may be present in long exposures; before shooting, choose On for Noise reduction in the shooting menu ( 0226).Length of exposure: 35 s Aperture: f/25