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Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Before You Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

For Your Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Using the Lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Parts of the Lens: Names and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Attachment and Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Attaching and Removing the Optional Lens Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Vibration Reduction (VR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Cautions: Taking Photographs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Precautions for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Lens Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Technical Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Cameras with AF-Assist Illuminators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Using the Lens on Cameras with a Built-in Flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Summary of Contents for NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR

Page 1: ...ad this document thoroughly before using the product To ensure proper use of the product be sure to read For Your Safety page 4 After reading this document keep it readily accessible for future reference Reference Guide NIKKOR Z DX 18 140mm f 3 5 6 3 VR ...

Page 2: ...t and Removal 11 Attaching and Removing the Optional Lens Hood 14 Vibration Reduction VR 16 Cautions Taking Photographs 17 Precautions for Use 18 Lens Maintenance 19 Technical Notes 20 Cameras with AF Assist Illuminators 20 Using the Lens on Cameras with a Built in Flash 21 Accessories 22 Specifications 23 Notices 25 Table of Contents 2 ...

Page 3: ...re to the latest version With earlier versions the camera may fail to detect the lens correctly and some features may not be available The latest version of the camera firmware can be downloaded from the Nikon Download Center at the URL below https downloadcenter nikonimglib com No reproduction in any form of this document in whole or in part except for brief quotation in critical articles or revi...

Page 4: ...N Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in injury or property damage WARNING Do not disassemble or modify this product Do not touch internal parts that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident Failure to observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other injury Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing smoke hea...

Page 5: ...ight source through the lens Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment Keep this product out of reach of children Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction In addition note that small parts constitute a choking hazard Should a child swallow any part of this product seek immediate medical attention Do not handle with bare hands in lo...

Page 6: ... the sun is close to the frame could cause fire Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories attached Failure to observe this precautio...

Page 7: ...hing the lens hood Attaching and Removing the Optional Lens Hood p 14 Zoom ring Rotate the ring to zoom in or out Focal length scale Determine the approximate focal length when zooming the lens in or out Focal length mark Determine the approximate focal length when zooming the lens in or out 7 Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 8: ...ription of Custom control assignment Custom controls or Custom controls shooting in the documentation provided with the camera Manual focus mode selected Rotate the ring to focus Lens mounting mark Use when mounting the lens on the camera Attachment and Removal p 11 CPU contacts Used to transfer data to and from the camera Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 8 5 6 7 ...

Page 9: ...vailable separately Attaching and Removing the Optional Lens Hood p 14 Lens hood lock mark Use when attaching the lens hood Attaching and Removing the Optional Lens Hood p 14 Lens hood alignment mark Use when attaching the lens hood Attaching and Removing the Optional Lens Hood p 14 Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 9 8 9 10 ...

Page 10: ...11 Lens cap front cap 12 Lens cap rear cap The rear lens caps supplied with lens kits may differ from that shown here in which case is not required Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 10 11 12 ...

Page 11: ...Attachment and Removal Attaching the Lens Turn the camera off remove the body cap and detach the rear lens cap 11 Attachment and Removal 1 ...

Page 12: ...he lens on the camera body keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with the mounting mark on the camera body and then rotate the lens counterclockwise until it clicks into place Attachment and Removal 12 2 ...

Page 13: ...Removing the Lens Turn the camera off Press and hold the lens release button while turning the lens clockwise Attachment and Removal 13 1 2 ...

Page 14: ... mounting mark with the lens hood alignment mark and then rotate the hood until the mounting mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark 1 2 3 Lens hood alignment mark Lens hood mounting mark Lens hood lock mark 14 Attaching and Removing the Optional Lens Hood 1 2 3 ...

Page 15: ...ult to attach or remove When rotating the lens hood hold it near the lens hood alignment mark To remove the lens hood reverse the above steps The lens hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens when not in use Attaching and Removing the Optional Lens Hood 15 ...

Page 16: ...Vibration Reduction Due to the design of the vibration reduction system the lens may rattle when shaken This does not indicate a malfunction To reduce blur caused by tripod shake select Normal or Sport for the on camera vibration reduction option when the camera is mounted on a tripod Note however that depending on the type of tripod and shooting conditions there may be cases in which Off is the p...

Page 17: ...n the setup menu cannot be used Videos shot with 1920 1080 120p 1920 1080 100p or 1920 1080 slow motion selected for Frame size frame rate in the movie shooting menu are recorded at the following frame sizes and rates when the lens is mounted on a Z 6 1920 1080 120p 1920 1080 60p 1920 1080 100p 1920 1080 50p 1920 1080 30p 4 slow motion 1920 1080 30p 1920 1080 25p 4 slow motion 1920 1080 25p 1920 1...

Page 18: ... lens next to open flames or in other extremely hot locations Extreme heat could damage or warp the lens Taking the lens from a warm to a cold environment or vice versa may cause damaging condensation inside and outside the lens Place the lens in a sealed bag or plastic case before taking it across a temperature boundary The lens can be taken from the bag or case once it has had time to adjust to ...

Page 19: ...an from the center outwards in a circular motion Be sure to clean evenly and thoroughly without leaving smears Never use organic solvents such as paint thinner or benzene to clean the lens Neutral Color NC filters available separately and the like can be used to protect the front lens element Do not store the lens in direct sunlight or with naphtha or camphor moth balls If the lens will not be use...

Page 20: ... or lens hood may block the light from the camera AF assist illuminator For the information on using the lens with cameras that have built in AF assist illuminators visit the site below https downloadcenter nikonimglib com 20 Cameras with AF Assist Illuminators ...

Page 21: ...ver that depending on the distance to the subject and in the case of zoom lenses also on the lens focal length shadows may appear even when the lens hood is removed For the information on focal lengths and subject distances at which shadows will not appear in photos taken with a built in flash visit the site below https downloadcenter nikonimglib com 21 Using the Lens on Cameras with a Built in Fl...

Page 22: ... caps may be supplied with lens kits Other Compatible Accessories HB 101 Lens Hood CL C1 Lens Case 62 mm filters Filters Use only one filter at a time Remove the lens hood before attaching filters You will also need to remove the lens hood before rotating circular polarizing filters 22 Accessories ...

Page 23: ...ng system Internal focusing system Vibration reduction Lens shift using voice coil motors VCMs Minimum focus distance measured from focal plane 18 mm zoom position 0 2 m 0 66 ft 24 mm zoom position 0 22 m 0 73 ft 35 mm zoom position 0 25 m 0 83 ft 50 mm zoom position 0 3 m 0 99 ft 70 mm zoom position 0 36 m 1 19 ft 100 mm zoom position 0 4 m 1 32 ft 140 mm zoom position 0 4 m 1 32 ft Maximum repro...

Page 24: ...lected on the camera Filter attachment size 62 mm P 0 75 mm Dimensions maximum diameter distance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange Approx 73 mm 90 mm 2 9 in 3 6 in Weight Approx 315 g 11 2 oz Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance specifications and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice Specifications 24 ...

Page 25: ...nstallation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined...

Page 26: ...064 U S A Tel 631 547 4200 Notices for Customers in Canada CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B Notices for Customers in Europe The following apply only to users in European countries This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point Do not dispose of as household waste Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for huma...

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