Nikon AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f-4.5·5.6E ED VR Lens User Manual

Nikon AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f-4.5·5.6E ED VR Lens

Before using this product, please carefully read both these instructions and the camera manual.

Note: This lens does not support 02-series or 01-series. 0200, 0100, 090, 080, 070-series, 060, 050, 040-series, 05100, DSOCXl, 03200, 03100 or 03000 digital SLR cameras orfi1m SLR cameras. When using it with a 05, 0750, D610, 0600, 05500, 05300, or 03300, be sure the camera firmware has been updated tothelatestversion

For Your Safety

To prevent damage w property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them.

WARNING: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in death or severe injury.
CAUTION: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon cou ld 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 elearic shock or another injury
• Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the camera power source.
• Continued operation could result in fire, burns, or another injury.
• Keep dry.
• Do not handle it with wet hands.
• Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as propane, gasoline, or aerosols.
• Failure to observe this precaution could result in an explosion or fire
• Do not directly view the sun or other bright light sources through the lens or camera.
• 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 care.
• Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high or low temperatures.
• Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or frostbite.

CAUTION

• Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources.
• Lightfocusedbythelensisasourceoffireanddamagetotheproduct’sintemalparts.
• 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.

Notice for Customers in Canada

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Parts of the Lens

1. Lens hood
2. Lens hood alignment mark
3. Lens hood lock mark
4. lens hood mounting mark
5. Zoom ring
6. Focal length scale
7. Foca l length mark
8. Focus ring
9. Lens mounting mark
10. Rubber lens-mount gasket
11. CPU contacts
12. Vibration reduction switch
13. Focus-mode switch

Focus

Supported focus modes are shown in the following table (for information on camera focus modes see the camera manual)

AIM and MIA Modes

• M/A (manual priority): Autofocus can be instantly over-ridden by rotating the lens focus ring
• AIM (AF priority): As above, except that the focus ring must be rotated farther before autofocus is overridden. Choose this option to place greater dependence on autofocus

Autofocus with Manual Override
To use manual focus in autofocus mode·

1. Slide the lens focus-mode switch to AIM or MIA.
2. Focus.

When the camera is in autofocus mode, autofocus can be overridden by rotating the lens focus ring while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (or, if the camera is equipped with an AF·ON button, while the AF-ON button is pressed). To refocus using autofocus, press the shutter-release button halfway or press the AF-ON button again.

Before focusing, turn the camera on or restart the standby timer by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. If the camera is off or the standby timer has expired. focus cannot be adjusted using the focus ring and rotating the zoom ring will cause the subject to go out of focus. Choose longer standby times for optimal results when using manual focus Users of 04-series, 03-series, 081 0-series, 0800-series, Of, 0700, 03()(}-series, 07200, 07100, 07{)()), or 05200 cameras should note that if the standby timer is allowed to expire, the focus position will change when the timer is restarted. Refocus before shooting. Longer standby times are recommended in situations in which you may not release the shutter immediately after focusing.

zoom

• Before focusing, rotate the zoom ring to adjust the focal length and frame the photograph

Depth of Field

• Depth of field can be previewed using the camera’s depth-of-field preview feature.

Aperture

• The aperture is adjusted using camera controls. The frame rate may drop at some apertures.

Built-in Flash Units

• When using the built-in flash on cameras equipped with a built-in flash unit, remove the lens hood to prevent vignetting
• The focal lengths at which built-in flash units can be used vary with the camera; see the camera manual. Peripheral illumination may drop if built-in flash units are used at shorter focal lengths.

Using the Vibration Reduction Switch

• Select OFF to turn vibration reduction off.
• Select NORMAL f~r enhanced vibration r~uction when photographing stationary subjects. Vibrat1on reductiOn takes effect when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway
• Select SPORT for photographing athletes and other subjects that are moving rapidly and unpredictably. Vibration reduction takes effect when the shutter is released but tonispressed halfway.

Using Vibration Reduction

Notes

• When using vibration reduction, press the shutter-release button halfway and wait for the image in the viewfinder to stabilize before pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down
• When vibration reduction is active, the image in the viewfinder may jiggle after the shutter is released This does not indicate a malfunction
• SPORT is recommended for panning shots, although NORMAL is also supported.
• In NORMAL and SPORT modes, vibration reduction applies only to motion that is not part of a pan (if the camera is panned horizontally, for example, vibration reduction will be applied only to vertical shake)
• Do not turn the camera off or remove the lens while vibration reduction is in effect. If the power to the lens is cut while vibration reduction is on, the lens may rattle when shaken. This is not a malfunction and can be corrected by reattaching the lens and turning the camera on
• If the camera is equipped with a built-in flash, vibration reduction will be disabled while the flash charges.
• Vibration reduction is generally recommended when the camera is mounted on a tripod, although you may prefer to turn it off depending on shooting conditions and the type of tripod.
• We recommend enabling vibration reduction when using a monopod.

The Lens Hood

• The lens hoods protect the lens and block stray light that would otherwise cause flare or ghosting

Attaching the Hood

• Align the lens hood mounting mark with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) and then rotate the hood ( 2 ) until the mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark ( ).

Lens Care

• The lens returns to maximum aperture when removed from the camera.
• To protect the interior of the lens, store it out of direct sunlight or replace the lens caps
• Always support the lens when holding the camera. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the lens mount
• Do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the lens hood.
• Keep the CPU contacts clean
• Should the rubber lens-mount gasket be damaged, cease use immediately and take the lens to a Nikon-authorized service center for repair.
• Removing dust is normally sufficient to clean the glass surfaces of the lens
• To remove smudges and fingerprints, apply a small amount of ethanol or lens cleaner to a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens-cleaning tissue and clean from the center outwards using a circular motion, taking care not to leave smears or touch the glass with your fingers.
• Never use organic solvents such as paint thinner or benzene to clean the lens
• The lens hood or Neutral Color (N() filters can be used to protect the front lens element
• Attach the front and rear caps before placing the lens in its case
• If the lens will not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool, dry location to prevent mold and rust. Do not store in direct sunlight or with]mnaphtha or camphor moth balls.
• Keep the lens dry. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage
• Leaving the lens in extremely hot locations could damage or warp parts made from reinforced plastic
• Rapid changes in temperature may cause damaging condensation inside and outside the lens. Before taking the lens from a warm to a cold environment or vice versa, place it in its case or a plastic bag to slow the change in temperature.

Supplied Accessories

• LC-6767 mmsnap-on Front Lens Cap
• LF-4 Rear lens Cap
• HB-82 Bayonet Hood
• CL-1022LensCase

Compatible Accessories

• 67 mm screw-on filters

Specifications

Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications, and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice.

Retain this International Warranty with proof of purchase (bill of sale) for your records Nikon Corp.

LENS ONE YEAR WORLDWIDE LIMITED WARRANTY

(Excluding the Continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands)

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Your Nikon equipment has been manufactured to the highest quality standards by NIKON CORPORATION, Tokyo, Japan. This limited warranty entitles the original consumer purchaser to international warranty protection in accordance with these terms and conditions. it affords the original consumer purchaser warranty protection outside the Continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Such warranty coverage is supplemental to and not in lieu of the United States NIKon Inc. Lens One Year USA Limited Warranty which is received by the original consumer purchaser with the Nikon product. The Nikon product except for batteries is warranted by NIKON CORPORATION, Tokyo, Japan to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1)year from the date of purchase. To tind an international Nikon Service Facility See nttp:imaging.nikon.com/products/imaging/worldwide/index.htm. During this period any one of the international service facilities will service without charge any parts or assembly of parts found to be defective in materials or workmanship, subject to the following limitations and exclusions:

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2. This warranty shall not extend to any product which has been subject to misuse, alteration, abuse, negligence, accident, or unauthorized repair or has had its serial number altered or removed.

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