[. . . ] AF will not function if the camera body does not support this type of motor. With the camera set to the One-Shot AF (AF-S) mode, it is possible to manually override the autofocus while the shutter release button is pressed halfway. When operating this lens in manual focus mode, it is recommended that correct focus be confirmed visually in the viewfinder rather than relying on the distance scale. This is due to possible focus shift resulting from extreme changes in temperature which cause various components in the lens to expand and contract. [. . . ] For Sony and Pentax mounts, it is only possible to use the OS function, incorporated in this lens, with camera bodies which support motors driven by ultrasonic waves such as HSM. When using the OS function, please turn off the optical stabilizer function of the camera body and set the OS switch of the lens to ON. When using the camera’s optical stabilizer function, please set the OS switch of the lens to OFF and turn the camera’s optical stabilizer function on. The OS unit of the lens will not fix into its position if the camera body is turned off before switching off the lens’ OS mechanism. Optical Stabilizer feature can work with the Nikon AF cameras shown in the following table. When using this lens with other camera models not listed in the following table, please set the OS Switch to OFF position to cancel the Optical Stabilizer function. Digital SLR Cameras and F6 From our homepage, you can check the latest information regarding the camera models, which can be used with Optical Stabilizer function. To remove the tripod collar from the lens, first loosen and then disengage the locking knob. 7- ) voor de telezoom (200mm) instelling FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY The camera’s built-in flash will cause barrel shadow if used with this lens. DEPTH OF FIELD SCALE The depth of field scale helps you to check the depth of field (the zone of sharpness) of your composition. For example in figure (6), the depth of field zone is shown when the aperture F16 is used. Do not use other manufacturers’ teleconverter’s, only those listed above are compatible. The Pentax mount Tele Converter is not compatible with this particular lens. In case of Sony AF mount, it is possible to use AF when attaching tele converters with a serial number above 5000001. AF will not work if the tele converter’s serial number is lower than 5000001. It is possible to use auto focus in Live View if the camera is in “contrast detect” AF mode. 8 APS-C 9 APS-H LENS HOOD A bayonet type detachable `hood is provided with the lens. this lens hood helps to prevent flare and ghosted images caused by extraneous light. When using this dedicated hood adapter with digital cameras with an APS-C size image sensor, it provides more effective shading. Please attach the APS-C Hood Adapter between the lens body and the lens hood. [. . . ] When using the lens in the rain or near water, prevent it from getting wet. It is often impractical to repair the internal mechanism, lens elements and electric components damaged by water. Sudden temperature changes may cause condensation or fog to appear on the surface of the lens. When entering a warm room from the cold outdoors, it is advisable to keep the lens in the case until the temperature of the lens approaches room temperature. [. . . ]