Nikon Camera D610 Users Manual

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AObserve caution when using the flash•Using the camera with the flash in close 
contact with the skin or other objects could 
cause burns.
• Using the flash close to the subject’s eyes 
could cause temporary visual impairment.
 The flash should be no less than one meter 
(3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care 
should be observed when photographing 
infants.
AObserve proper precautions when handling 
batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly 
handled. Observe the following...

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Notices
•No part of the manuals included with this 
product may be reproduced, transmitted, 
transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or 
translated into any language in any form, 
by any means, without Nikon’s prior 
written permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the 
specifications of the hardware and 
software described in these manuals at 
any time and without prior notice. •
Nikon will not be held liable for any 
damages resulting from the use of this 
product.
• While every effort...

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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
Power Cable
At voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the voltage in use, be at 
least AWG no. 18 gauge, and have SVG insulation  or better with a NEMA 6P-15 plug rated for 
AC 250 V 15 A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Ra dio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found 
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
 
These limits are designed to...

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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material  that has been digitally copied or reproduced 
by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.
• Items prohibited by law from being copied or 
reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, 
coins, securities, government bonds, or 
local government bonds, even if such 
copies or reproductions are stamped 
“Sample.”
The copying or reproduction of paper 
money,...

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Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry.
 
Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (includi ng chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash 
accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are 
engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this 
electronic circuitry.
The use of non-Nikon electronic accesso ries could damage the...

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Package Contents
Be sure all items listed here were included with your camera.
• D610 camera •
BS-1 accessory 
shoe cover •
DK-21 rubber 
eyecup
• BM-14 monitor 
cover •
BF-1B body 
cap
• EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery 
(with terminal cover) •
AN-DC10 strap
• UC-E15 USB cable
• ViewNX 2 CD
• User’s Manual  
(this guide)
• Warranty
Memory cards are sold 
separately.
•
MH-25 battery charger (AC wall 
adapter supplied only in countries or 
regions where required. Shape of 
power cable depends on...

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Introduction
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Yo u  
may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the 
rest of the manual.
The Camera Body
Getting to Know the Camera
1 Release mode dial ............................................. 6, 83
2Mode dial ....................................................................5
3Mode dial lock release .............................................5
4Eyelet for camera strap...

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The Camera Body (Continued)
1Built-in flash ..........................................................143
2Mirror ............................................................... 88, 303
3Meter coupling lever ...........................................328
4Lens mounting mark ............................................. 26
5M/Y  button
Flash mode ........................................................143
Flash compensation ........................................148
6 D  button...

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The Camera Body (Continued)
1AF-assist illuminator ........................................... 223
Self-timer lamp ...................................................... 86
Red-eye reduction lamp .................................... 145
2Sub-command dial....................................... 12, 245
3Depth-of-field preview button...60, 77, 244, 248
4Fn (function) button ................... 92, 149, 174, 242
5 Battery-chamber cover ........................................ 23
6Battery-chamber cover...

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The Camera Body (Continued)
1Viewfinder eyepiece.............................................. 33
2Rubber eyecup ....................................................... 86
3O/Q  button
Delete .......................................................... 47, 189
Formatting memory cards............................... 31
4 K  button
Playback ...................................................... 46, 177
5 Monitor
Viewing settings................................................... 9
Live view...