Nikon AF-S VR 70-300_f-4.5-5.6G IF-ED - Manual (Page 16)

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED lens.
This is a high-performance zoom lens featuring special Vibration Reduction (VR
2)
and high-speed Internal Focusing (IF) mechanisms. It also employs a Silent (S) Wave
Motor to drive the focusing mechanism.
■Major features
• Pictures can be taken at shutter speeds approx. 4 stops* slower than is possible
without using a VR 2 lens, thus expanding the range of usable shutter speed
options and making shooting without a tripod at various zoom settings much easier.
(*Under Nikon measurement conditions. The effects of vibration reduction vary
depending on individual and shooting conditions.)
• Two vibration reduction modes are available: (1) the [NORMAL] mode for reducing
camera shake, and (2) the [ACTIVE] mode for reducing camera shake when taking
pictures from a moving vehicle.
• Panning is also possible, as the lens automatically distinguishes panning from
camera shake (in [NORMAL] mode) and vibration reduction works effectively.
• 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.
• More accurate exposure control is possible when this is mounted on a Nikon camera
having 3D Matrix Metering capability, because subject distance information is
transferred from the lens to the camera body.
• The use of two ED (extra-low dispersion) lens elements ensures sharp pictures
virtually free of color fringing. Also, by utilizing a 9-blade diaphragm that produces a
nearly circular aperture, out-of-focus images in front of or behind the subject are
rendered as pleasing blurs.
• The closest focusing distance possible is 1.5m or 4.9 ft. (at all zoom settings).
■Important
• Be careful not to soil or damage the CPU contacts #.
• When mounted on Nikon digital SLR (Nikon DX format) cameras, such as the
D2-Series and D50, the lens’ picture angle becomes 22°50’- 5°20’ and its 35mm
equivalent focal length range is approx. 105mm -450mm.
• If the lens mount rubber gasket " is damaged, be sure to visit the nearest Nikon
authorized dealer or service center for repair.