Nomenclature; Main Features; Precautions - Nikon f/2.8D Instruction Manual

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Nomenclature

1 Focusing ring
2 Aperture scale
3 Aperture ring
4 Aperture stop-down
button
5 Shift knob
6 Shift scale
Contents
Combination with digital camera .....................6
Nomenclature.................................................16
Main features .................................................16
Precautions ....................................................16
Mounting/Detaching Lens..............................17
Aperture .........................................................18
Focusing.........................................................18
Determining Exposure....................................19
The Shift Function ..........................................20
The Tilt Function ............................................20
Revolving........................................................21
Lens Care .......................................................22
Accessories....................................................22
Specifications.................................................23

Main features

• Maximum reproduction ratio of 1:2 in macro photography.
• One-touch preset aperture operation with the aperture stop-down button.
• Rotating the focusing ring enables the effective aperture to be displayed in the LCD panel and
viewfinder of the camera body.
• Aperture ring is adjustable in 1/2 steps.
• With minimum aperture of f/45, very deep depth of field can be attained.
• Rounded diaphragm opening makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural.
• Maximum shift: -12.4mm to +12.4mm; maximum tilt: -8.3° to +8.3°.
• Lens revolves from -90° to +90°(click stops in 30° steps)
• Non-rotating attachment ring is suitable for filters such as a circular-polarizing filter.

Precautions

• When shifting and/or tilting, handle the lens with care since its edges will be exposed.
• Do not disassemble, repair or modify the lens.
• When the lens is not in use, make sure to attach the lens cap or place the lens in a shaded
area away from direct sunlight.
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7 Distance index
8 Depth of field scale
9 Distance scale
!p Aperture index
!q Tilt knob
!w Tilt scale
!e Revolving index
Using the Shift Function ...........................72-76
Using the Tilt Function..............................78-81
Using the Shift and Tilt Functions
Simultaneously .....................................82-83
Depth of Field and Other Data for
Shooting ...............................................84-85
Recommended Focusing Screens ...........86-87
Photographic Range with Close-Up
Attachment ...........................................88-89
!r Mounting index
!t CPU contacts
!y Shift lock release knob
!u Lens barrel
!i Tilt lock release knob
!o Revolving lever