User manual NIKON AF-S DX 12-24MM F/4G IF-ED

[. . . ] If this lens is used with cameras not compatible with vibration reduction, set the vibration reduction ON/OFF switch # to [OFF]. With the Pronea 600i/6i camera, in particular, battery power may become quickly depleted if this switch is left [ON]. This is a high-performance Micro lens featuring special Vibration Reduction (VR2) and highspeed Internal Focusing (IF) mechanisms. At infinity () to 1/30x reproduction ratio, pictures can be taken at shutter speeds approx. [. . . ] A total of four Wireless Remote Speedlights SB-R200 can be attached to the front of the lens. Set your camera's focus mode selector according to this chart. Note: Be sure to set the switch so that the indicator aligns with M M/A [M/A] precisely. 2 Autofocus is provided , but you can manually override the focus FULL 0. 5m by operating the separate Focus ring 5 while lightly depressing the shutter release button or the AF start (AF-ON) button on the camera. 3 To cancel manual override, again lightly depress the shutter Indicator release button or the AF start button on the camera. To limit the range of autofocus (For AF cameras compatible with AF-S Nikkor lenses only) With AF operation, if the subject is always more than 0. Note: Be sure to set the switch so that the indicator aligns with [­0. When the subject is from infinity () to approx. ) away (at 1/30x reproduction ratio), pictures can be taken at shutter speeds approx. 4 stops* slower than is possible without using a VR2 lens. Be sure to mount the camera on a tripod and use a cable release or remote cord to release the shutter. Close working distance At the high reproduction ratios used in close-up shooting, the depth of field is very shallow. To ensure greater depth of field, stop down the lens, then carefully position the camera to ensure the most important surface of the subject is in the same zone of sharp focus. Use manual focus when using the close-up lens. Attaching the hood Align the lens hood attachment index ( ) 2 on the hood (either one of the two indexes) with the lens hood mounting index 4 on the lens, and turn the lens hood 1 clockwise until it click stops to secure. Make sure that the lens hood mounting index 4 aligns with the lens hood setting index ( ) 3. If the lens hood is not correctly attached, vignetting can occur. To facilitate attachment or removal of the hood, hold it by its base (around the lens hood attachment index) rather than its outer edge. Detaching the hood While holding the base of the hood (near the lens hood attachment index) rather than its outer edge, turn it counterclockwise to detach. Flash pictures using cameras with a built-in flash Various interchangeable focusing screens are available for certain Nikon SLR cameras to suit any picture-taking situation. The ones recommended for use with this lens are: When using screens other than type B or E, "Other screen" must be selected even when the required compensation value is "0" (no compensation required). [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]