[. . . ] DX Nikkor lenses are specially designed for use with Nikon digital SLR cameras (Nikon DX format). These lenses can be attached to film-based 35mm SLRs, but will not work properly due to the reduced size of the image circle. Before using this lens, please read these instructions and the notes on safety operations in your camera's instruction manual. [. . . ] 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 one aspherical and three ED (extra-low dispersion) lens elements ensures sharp pictures virtually free of color fringing. Also, by utilizing a 7-blade diaphragm that produces a nearly circular aperture, out-of-focus images in front of or behind the subject are rendered as pleasing blurs. First turn the zoom ring until the desired composition is framed in the viewfinder before focusing. If your camera has a depth of field preview (stop-down) button or lever, depth of field can be observed while looking through the camera viewfinder. Wipe in a circular motion from center to outer edge, taking care not to leave traces or touch other parts of the lens. Never use thinner or benzene to clean the lens as this might damage it, result in a fire, or cause health problems. When storing the lens in its lens case, attach both front and rear caps. When the lens will not be used for a long time, store it in a cool, dry place to prevent mold. Do not get water on the lens or drop it in water as this will cause it to rust and malfunction. G-type AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens having built-in CPU and Nikon bayonet mount [Specially designed for use with the Nikon Digital SLR Cameras (Nikon DX format)] Focal length: 18mm­70mm Maximum aperture: f/3. 5 Lens construction: 15 elements in 13 groups (1 aspherical lens and 3 ED lens elements) Picture angle: 76°­ 22°50´ with the Nikon Digital Cameras D2-Series, D1-Series, D100, D70S and D70 Focal length scale: 18, 24, 35, 50, 70mm Distance information: Output to camera body Zoom control: Manually via separate zoom ring Focusing: Nikon Internal Focusing (IF) system (utilizing an internal Silent Wave Motor); manually via separate focus ring Shooting distance scale: Graduated in meters and feet from 0. [. . . ] 5 Lens construction: 15 elements in 13 groups (1 aspherical lens and 3 ED lens elements) Picture angle: 76°­ 22°50´ with the Nikon Digital Cameras D2-Series, D1-Series, D100, D70S and D70 Focal length scale: 18, 24, 35, 50, 70mm Distance information: Output to camera body Zoom control: Manually via separate zoom ring Focusing: Nikon Internal Focusing (IF) system (utilizing an internal Silent Wave Motor); manually via separate focus ring Shooting distance scale: Graduated in meters and feet from 0. A person standing in front of a distant background Eine Person vor einem weit entfernten Hintergrund Une personne debout sur un fond éloigné Una persona se encuentra delante de un fondo distante Una persona ferma davanti ad uno sfondo distante A field covered with flowers Eine blumenübersäte Wiese Un champ couvert de fleurs Un campo cubierto de flores Un prato fiorito In the following situations, autofocus may not work properly when taking pictures using wide or super-wide angle AF Nikkor lenses. A, when a person standing in front of a distant background is placed within the focus brackets, the background may be in focus, while the subject is out of focus. [. . . ]