Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G Benutzerhandbuch

■ Setting the aperture

Use the camera to adjust the aperture setting. When exposure (or 
shooting) mode is set at “A” or “M”, the camera will control aperture to 
maintain the effective f-number (up to approx. 1.1 stops) even if shooting 
distance is changed.

■ Depth of field

If your camera supports depth-of-field preview, the effects of the 
aperture setting can be previewed in the viewfinder before shooting.
This lens is equipped with the Internal Focusing (IF) system. As the 
shooting distance decreases, the focal length also decreases.

■ Focusing at a predetermined reproduction ratio 

The reproduction ratio is the relation between the size of the image 
recorded on the image sensor and the actual subject size. If, for example, 
the image on the image sensor is one-fifth the actual subject size, the 
reproduction ratio is 1:5.
To photograph at a predetermined reproduction ratio, use the following 
procedure: 

1 Manually turn the focus ring until the desired reproduction ratio scale 

number is aligned with the distance index line c. 

2 Aim at the subject, then change your position, moving closer to or 

farther away from the subject, until the image in the viewfinder 
sharpens.

■ Notes on close-up photography and reproduction 

This lens provides such exceptionally high image magnification that 
even the slightest movement during shooting can cause the image to 
blur. Therefore, the use of a tripod and a cable release or remote cord is 
highly recommended to prevent the effects of camera shake.

At the high reproduction ratios used in close-up shooting, the depth of 
field is very shallow. To ensure sufficient depth of field, stop down the 
lens, extend the exposure time, and carefully position the camera so that 
the most important portion of the subject is parallel to the surface of the 
image sensor to ensure sharp focus.