Nikon D4 PDF User Manual
Did you lose or misplace the instruction manual that came with your Nikon D4? It happens all too easily, but fortunately Nikon makes a soft copy available that you can browse through online, print out, or download (see the pdf file below). It is certainly good practice to carefully familiarize oneself with the many different functionalities and options that the D4 offers, and the official user manual is without doubt an authoritative and comprehensive source of respective information.
That said, the instruction booklet can be a dry read, so that a dedicated camera guide book from a professional photographer that illustrates the camera's core functions in a real life photography context can be a very helpful complement. Yes, getting one of these camera guides (see here at amazon) would involve an additional expense, but if that book helps to exploit the camera's potential to the full, the (small) additional investment may well be worth it.
Also, you might want to check out the video tutorial on the Nikon D4 below.
In any case, the D4 is an advanced imaging tool, whose many features merit serious attention. This DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) camera was announced on January 6th, 2012, which means that, as of today, the camera is 4486 days old (young?). The camera has meanwhile been discontinued and was succeeded by the Nikon D4S as a replacement in the same line of cameras.
Nikon's user manual for the D4
The camera's user manual is 484 pages long. The pdf version is embedded below. As you browse through, you will hopefully find the information you are looking for. You can also print out a hard copy by right clicking on the manual and then choosing the respective menu option. For convenience, a summary of the key specs of the D4 is included towards the bottom of this webpage.
Don't forget to bookmark this page for future reference (Ctrl-Shift-D on a Windows PC; Cmd-Shift-D on a Mac). Happy browsing!
Click on the button below to download the pdf version of the Nikon D4 manual to your computer. The file will open in a new browser window.
If you prefer to read the user guide in another language, please check the respective availability on Nikon's support site. That site also provides complementary online resources, such as information on the compatibility of various camera accessories or the availability of firmware updates that are not necessarily comprehensively covered in the instruction manual.
Printed, hardcopy versions of the Nikon D4 manual can sometimes be found online. You can check the availability on amazon and ebay via the buttons below.
Video tutorial for the Nikon D4
Perhaps instead of reading through a manual or operations guide, you might prefer to better familiarize yourself with your D4 by watching a video tutorial. It can notably help to quickly get to know the key functions and to set up your camera according to your particular preferences and needs.
Once again, the Nikon D4 is a sophisticated imaging tool and not exploiting its capabilities to the full would be a pity. Hence, taking the time to study online information material or to read through a well-written camera guide book is highly recommended to make the most of your purchase.
Nikon D4 FAQ
Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the D4.
What is the technology behind the imaging sensor in the Nikon D4?
The camera features a CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor.
Which image processing chip is used in the Nikon D4 to convert the raw signal into an image file and perform noise reduction and image sharpening?
Nikon equipped the D4 with the EXPEED 3 image processor.
What is the ISO sensitivity range of the Nikon D4?
The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 12800, which can be extended to ISO 50-204800.
What is the life expectancy of the shutter in the Nikon D4?
Nikon mentions a shutter rating of 400 000 actuations for the D4. This number represents a Mean Time before Failure, that is an average value. The shutter might fail earlier, or it might last longer. Anyway, in order to exhaust the expected shutter life of the D4 over, say, three years, one would have to take about 400 pictures each and every day.
How do I find the shutter count on my Nikon D4?
Nikon embeds the number of shutter actuations in image metadata. You can check the number of shots that your D4 has taken up to now by uploading a recent image to the free online shutter count finder app.
Do I need to purchase an external camera trigger to shoot time-lapse sequences with the Nikon D4?
No, the Nikon D4 has an intervalometer built-in, so that low frequency shooting (for example, flower blooming, sunset, moon rise) can be undertaken without the need to purchase a separate external intervalometer and related software.
What is the fastest shutter speed that can be used with the Nikon D4 for flash photography?
The D4's flash sync speed is 1/250 sec.
Which battery does the Nikon D4 use?
The camera gets its power from the Nikon EN-EL18 (here at amazon), which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.
Further reading
How does the D4 stack up against available alternatives? In case you are interested in seeing how this camera compares to another one, just make a corresponding selection in the search boxes below. There is also a set of direct links to comparison reviews that other users of the CAM-parator app explored.
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Core camera specifications
Here is a list of the main features and technical characteristics of the Nikon D4.
Camera Model | Nikon D4 | |
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Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | |
Camera Lens | Nikon F mount lenses | |
Launch Date | January 2012 | |
Launch Price | USD 5 999 | |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | |
Sensor Format | Full Frame Sensor | |
Sensor Size | 36.0 x 23.9 mm | |
Sensor Area | 860 mm2 | |
Sensor Diagonal | 43.2 mm | |
Crop Factor | 1.0x | |
Sensor Resolution | 16.2 Megapixels | |
Image Resolution | 4 928 x 3 280 pixels | |
Pixel Pitch | 7.29 μm | |
Pixel Density | 1.88 MP/cm2 | |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | |
Movie Capability | 1080/30p Video | |
ISO Setting | 100 - 12 800 ISO | |
ISO Boost | 50 - 204 800 ISO | |
Image Processor | EXPEED 3 | |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 89 | |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 24.7 | |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 13.1 | |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 2965 | |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder | |
Viewfinder Field of View | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.70x | |
Top-Level Screen | Control Panel | |
LCD Framing | Live View | |
LCD Size | 3.2 inch | |
LCD Resolution | 921k dots | |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | |
Touch Input | No touchscreen | |
Shooting Specs | ||
Focus System | Phase-detect AF | |
Manual Focusing Aid | no Peaking Feature | |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000s | |
Continuous Shooting | 11 shutter flaps/s | |
Shutter Life Expectancy | 400 000 actuations | |
Silent Shooting | no E-Shutter | |
Time Lapse Photography | Intervalometer Built-in | |
Fill Flash | no On-Board Flash | |
Storage Medium | CF or XQD cards | |
Single or Dual Card Slots | Dual card slots | |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | |
Studio Flash | PC Sync socket | |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | |
HDMI Port | micro HDMI | |
Microphone Port | External MIC port | |
Headphone Socket | Headphone port | |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | |
Body Specs | ||
Environmental Sealing | Weathersealed body | |
Battery Type | Nikon EN-EL18 power pack | |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 2600 shots per charge | |
Body Dimensions |
160 x 157 x 91 mm (6.3 x 6.2 x 3.6 in) |
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Camera Weight | 1 340 g (47.3 oz) |
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