Nikon 18-55mm-f-35-56G-AF-S-DX-VR-Zoom-Nikko: Flash photography using cameras with Lens care a built-in flash

Flash photography using cameras with

Lens care

a built-in flash

• Be careful not to allow the CPU contacts 8 to become

Vignetting is the darkening of the corners around the

dirty or damaged.

• Clean lens surfaces with a blower brush. To remove dirt

image that occurs when the light emitted by the flash

and smudges, use a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens tissue

is obstructed by the lens hood 1, or lens barrel,

moistened with ethanol (alcohol) or lens cleaner. Wipe in

depending on the focal length or shooting distance.

a circular motion from the center to the outer edge, taking

• To prevent vignetting, do not use the lens hood 1.

care not to leave traces or touch other parts of the lens.

• The built-in flash cannot be used over distances of

• Never use thinner or benzene to clean the lens, as this

could cause damage, result in a fire, or cause health

less than 0.6 m (2.0 ft.).

problems.

Supported focal length/

• NC filters are available to protect the front lens element.

Digital-SLR cameras

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shooting distance

The lens hood 1 also helps to protect the front of the

lens.

D5000, D3000, D300-series,

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No vignetting occurs at

• When storing the lens in its flexible lens pouch, attach

D200, D100, D90, D80, D70-

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any focal length

both the front and rear lens caps. The lens can also be

series, D60, D50, D40-series

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stored with the lens hood 1 attached in the reverse

The built-in flash on the D100 and D70 is compatible

position.

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with focal lengths of 20mm or greater.

• When the lens is mounted on a camera, do not pick up or

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Vignetting occurs at a focal length of 18mm.

hold the camera and lens by the lens hood 1.

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• When the lens will not be used for an extended period of

time, store it in a cool, dry place to prevent mold. Be sure

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to store the lens away from direct sunlight or chemicals

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such as camphor or naphthalene.

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• Do not get water on the lens or drop it in water as this will

cause it to rust and malfunction.

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• Reinforced plastic is used for certain parts of the lens. To

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avoid damage, never leave the lens in an excessively hot

place.

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