Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S, Reference Manual

Page 1: ...En Read 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 24 120mm f 4 S ...

Page 2: ...s Names and Functions 7 Attachment and Removal 13 Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood 16 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 24 Notices 26 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: ... lens hood Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood p 16 Focus ring Use for manual focus When focusing using autofocus you can adjust focus manually by rotating the ring while the shutter release button is pressed halfway after focusing press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to shoot 7 Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 1 2 ...

Page 8: ...e approximate focal length when zooming the lens in or out Control ring Rotate to adjust a setting such as Aperture or Exposure compensation assigned using the camera For more information see the description of Custom control assignment Custom controls or Custom controls shooting in the documentation provided with the camera Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 8 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 9: ...s of water droplets or dust along the surfaces where the lens and camera meet when the lens is mounted on the camera There is no guarantee that the gasket is completely proof against the ingress of water droplets or dust in all circumstances CPU contacts Used to transfer data to and from the camera Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 9 7 8 9 ...

Page 10: ...ment Custom controls or Custom controls shooting in the documentation provided with the camera Focus mode switch Choose a focus mode A Autofocus M Manual focus Note that regardless of the setting chosen focus must be adjusted manually when manual focus mode is selected using camera controls Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 10 10 11 ...

Page 11: ...e to protect the lens Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood p 16 Lens hood lock mark Use when attaching the lens hood Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood p 16 Lens hood alignment mark Use when attaching the lens hood Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood p 16 Parts of the Lens Names and Functions 11 12 13 14 ...

Page 12: ...15 Lens cap front cap 16 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 12 15 16 ...

Page 13: ...Attachment and Removal Attaching the Lens Turn the camera off remove the body cap and detach the rear lens cap 13 Attachment and Removal 1 ...

Page 14: ...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 14 2 ...

Page 15: ...Removing the Lens Turn the camera off Press and hold the lens release button while turning the lens clockwise Attachment and Removal 15 1 2 ...

Page 16: ...unting mark with the lens hood alignment mark and then rotate the lens 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 16 Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood 1 2 3 ...

Page 17: ...fficult 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 Lens Hood 17 ...

Page 18: ...sting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage Do not leave the 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 ...

Page 19: ...moved with a dry cloth When cleaning the rear lens element which is not fluorine coated Smudges fingerprints and other oily stains can be removed using a soft clean cotton cloth or third party lens cleaning tissue lightly dampened with a small amount of ethanol or third party lens cleaner clean from the center outwards in a circular motion Be sure to clean evenly and thoroughly without leaving sme...

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: ...ant The material used in the case may fade bleed stretch shrink or change color when rubbed or wet Remove dust with a soft brush Water and stains can be removed from the surface with a soft dry cloth Do not use alcohol benzene thinner or other volatile chemicals Do not store in locations exposed to direct sunlight or to high temperatures or humidity Do not use the case to clean the monitor or lens...

Page 23: ...ble Accessories 77 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 Accessories 23 ...

Page 24: ...d a fluorine coated front lens element Angle of view FX format 84 20 20 DX format 61 13 20 Focal length scale Graduated in millimeters 24 28 35 50 70 85 120 Focusing system Internal focusing system Minimum focus distance measured from focal plane 0 35 m 1 15 ft at all zoom positions Maximum reproduction ratio 0 39 Diaphragm blades 9 rounded diaphragm opening Aperture range f 4 22 Filter attachment...

Page 25: ...ns from camera lens mount flange Approx 84 mm 118 mm 3 4 in 4 7 in Weight Approx 630 g 1 lb 6 3 oz Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance specifications and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice Specifications 25 ...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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...