Nikon D200 - Manual (Page 70)

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Manual Focus
Manual focus is available for lenses that do not sup-
port autofocus (non-AF Nikkor lens es) or when auto-
focus does not produce the desired re sults (
59).
To focus manually, set the focus-mode selector to M
and adjust the lens focusing ring until the image dis-
played on the clear matte fi eld in the viewfi nder is in
focus. Pho to graphs can be taken at any time, even
when the image is not in focus.
The Electronic Range Finder
If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster,
the viewfi nder fo cus indicator can be used to con fi rm
whether the portion of the subject in the se lect ed fo-
cus area is in focus. After positioning the sub ject in
the active focus area, press the shut ter-re lease but ton
half way and rotate the lens fo cus ing ring un til the in-
fo cus in di ca tor (
●) is dis played.
To determine the distance between your subject and the
camera, measure from the focal plane mark on the cam-
era body. The distance between the lens mounting fl ange
and the focal plane is 46.5 mm (1.83 in.).
Focal Plane Position
A-M Selection/Autofocus with Manual Priority
When using a lens that off ers A-M selection, select M when focusing manually. With lenses
that support M/A (autofocus with manual priority), focus can be adjusted man u al ly with
the lens set to M or M/A. See the documentation provided with your lens for details.