User manual NIKON AF-S 300MM F/4D IF-ED

[. . . ] Also, keep this manual handy for future reference. Autofocus (A) or manual (M) mode can easily be selected with the focus mode switch. Autofocusing with manual override is provided, allowing instant change from autofocusing to manual focusing. [. . . ] The use of one aspherical and three ED (extra-low dispersion) lens elements ensures sharp pictures virtually free of color fringing. Also, by utilizing a 7-blade diaphragm that produces a nearly circular aperture, out-of-focus images in front of or behind the subject are rendered as pleasing blurs. First turn the zoom ring until the desired composition is framed in the viewfinder before focusing. If your camera has a depth of field preview (stop-down) button or lever, depth of field can be observed while looking through the camera viewfinder. Because this lens does not have an aperture ring, you must set the aperture on the camera body. Set your camera's focus mode selector according to this chart: Cameras B) 2 Autofocus is provided, but you can manually override the focus by operating the separate focus ring while lightly depressing the shutter release button or AF start (AF-ON) button on the camera body of cameras so equipped. 3 Remove your finger then press the shutter release button lightly or the AF start button once again to cancel manual focus and resume autofocus. Getting good results with autofocus Refer to "Notes on using wide or super-wide angle AF Nikkor lenses" on the back of this sheet. When storing the lens in its lens case, attach both front and rear caps. When the lens will not be used for a long time, store it in a cool, dry place to prevent mold. Do not get water on the lens or drop it in water as this will cause it to rust and malfunction. Reinforced plastic is used for certain parts of the lens. Other accessories may not be suitable for use with this lens. For details, carefully read your accessories instruction manual. G-type AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens having built-in CPU and Nikon bayonet mount [Specially designed for use with the Nikon Digital SLR Cameras (Nikon DX format)] Focal length: 18mm­70mm Maximum aperture: f/3. 5 Lens construction: 15 elements in 13 groups (1 aspherical lens and 3 ED lens elements) Picture angle: 76°­ 22°50´ with the Nikon Digital Cameras D2-Series, D1-Series, D100, D70S and D70 Focal length scale: 18, 24, 35, 50, 70mm Distance information: Output to camera body Zoom control: Manually via separate zoom ring Focusing: Nikon Internal Focusing (IF) system (utilizing an internal Silent Wave Motor); manually via separate focus ring Shooting distance scale: Graduated in meters and feet from 0. [. . . ] 5 Lens construction: 15 elements in 13 groups (1 aspherical lens and 3 ED lens elements) Picture angle: 76°­ 22°50´ with the Nikon Digital Cameras D2-Series, D1-Series, D100, D70S and D70 Focal length scale: 18, 24, 35, 50, 70mm Distance information: Output to camera body Zoom control: Manually via separate zoom ring Focusing: Nikon Internal Focusing (IF) system (utilizing an internal Silent Wave Motor); manually via separate focus ring Shooting distance scale: Graduated in meters and feet from 0. A person standing in front of a distant background Eine Person vor einem weit entfernten Hintergrund Une personne debout sur un fond éloigné Una persona se encuentra delante de un fondo distante Una persona ferma davanti ad uno sfondo distante A field covered with flowers Eine blumenübersäte Wiese Un champ couvert de fleurs Un campo cubierto de flores Un prato fiorito In the following situations, autofocus may not work properly when taking pictures using wide or super-wide angle AF Nikkor lenses. When the main subject in the focus brackets is relatively small. [. . . ]