Nikon Camera D5200 Reference Manual

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Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)
The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with 
CLS-compatible flash units.
 Optional flash units can be attached directly to the 
camera accessory shoe as described below.
 The accessory shoe is  equipped with a 
safety lock for flash units with a locking pin.
1Remove the accessory shoe cover.
2Mount the flash unit on the accessory shoe.
See the manual provided with the flash unit for details. 
The built-in flash will not fire...

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The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
Nikon’s advanced Creative Lighting System (CLS) offers improved communication 
between the camera and compatible flash units for improved flash photography.
 
Refer to the documentation provided with the flash unit for details.
❚❚CLS-Compatible Flash Units
The camera can be used with the  following CLS-compatible flash units:
• The SU-800 wireless sp eedlight commander: When mounted on a CLS-compatible 
camera, the SU-800 can be used as a commander for remote...

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The following features are available with CLS-compatible flash units:
1 Not available with spot metering.
2 Can also be selected with flash unit.
3AA/A  mode selection performed on flash unit using custom settings.
 A is selected when a non-CPU lens 
is used.
4 Can only be selected with camera ( 0164).
5 When a non-CPU lens is used, non-TTL auto ( A) is used regardless of mode selected with flash unit.
CLS-compatible flash units
SB-910
SB-900SB-800SB-700SB-600
SU-800
SB-R200SB-400CommanderClose-up...

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❚❚Other Flash Units
The following flash units can be used in non-TTL auto and manual modes.
Flash unitSB-80DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, 
SB-26, SB-25, SB-24SB-50DX1SB-30, SB-272, SB-22S, 
SB-22, SB-20, SB-16B, SB-15SB-23, SB-293, 
SB-21B3, SB-29S3Flash mode
A Non-TTL auto z— z —
M Manual zz z z
G Repeating flash z—— —
REAR Rear-curtain sync
4zz z z
1 Select mode  P,  S,  A , or  M, lower built-in flash, and us e optional flash unit only.
2 Flash mode is automatically set to  TTL and shutter-release is...

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DNotes on Optional Flash Units
Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions.
 If the flash unit supports CLS, refer 
to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras.
 The D5200 is not  included in the 
“digital SLR” category in the SB- 80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals.
If an optional flash unit is attached in shooting modes other than  j, % , and  3, the flash will 
fire with every shot, even in modes in which the built-in flash can not be used.
i-TTL flash control can be used at...

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Other Accessories
At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the D5200.
Power 
sources•
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14  (0 14): Additional EN-EL14 batteries are 
available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives.
• Battery Charger MH-24  (0 14): Recharge EN-EL14 batteries.
• Power Connector EP-5A, AC Adapter EH-5b : These accessories can be used to power 
the camera for extended periods (EH-5a  and EH-5 AC adapters can also be 
used).
 A power...

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*The WR-R10 wireless remote controller can not be attached at the same time as a WU-1a 
wireless mobile adapter or ME-1 stereo microphone.
 Attempting to forcibly attach 
accessories can damage the camera or accessory.
Remote 
controls/
wireless 
remote 
controller •
Wireless Remote Control ML-L3  (0 31): The ML-L3 uses a 3 V CR2025 battery.
Pressing the battery-chamber latch to the right ( q), insert a fingernail into the 
gap and open the battery chamber ( w). Ensure that the battery is inserted...

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Approved Memory Cards
The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D5200. 
Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recommended for movie recording. 
Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used.
Other cards have not been tested.
 For more details on the above cards, please 
contact the manufacturer.
SD memory cardsSDHC memory cards2SDXC memory cards3
SanDisk
2GB
1
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GBToshiba
Panasonic 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12...

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Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter
Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter.
1Ready the camera.
Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector ( w) 
covers.
2Insert the EP-5A power connector.
Be sure to insert the connec tor in the orientation shown, 
using the connector to keep the orange battery latch 
pressed to one side.
 The latch locks the connector in place 
when the connector is fully inserted.
3Close the battery-chamber cover.
Position the...

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Caring for the Camera
Storage
When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and 
store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place.
 To prevent mold or 
mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area.
 Do not store your camera 
with naphtha or camphor moth  balls or in locations that:
• are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60%
• are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as 
televisions or radios
• are...