Non-Ai Lenses - Nikon Df User Manual

Non-AI Lenses

The camera can be used with non-AI lenses (i.e., lenses not
equipped with AI mechanisms). Before attaching the lens, be sure
to raise the metering coupling lever; failure to observe this
precaution could result in damage to the camera or lens.
❚❚ AI Versus Non-AI Lenses
"Non-CPU" lenses are divided into lenses with AI mechanisms ("AI
lenses") and those without ("non-AI lenses").
AI lens
Meter coupling ridge
A
Incompatible Lenses
Some non-AI lenses can not be attached even when the meter coupling
lever is raised. See page 320 for more information.
A
AI Lenses
Lower the metering coupling lever before attaching AI lenses.
Metering coupling lever
No meter coupling ridge
Non-AI lens
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