Nikon NIKKOR Z Mount Lenses NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f2.8 Reference Manual
Summary
This comprehensive guide provides essential instructions for utilizing your lens accessory with Nikon Z mount mirrorless cameras. It details everything from critical safety precautions and proper setup procedures to attachment/removal methods, maintenance checks, and technical specifications. Ensure you read this manual thoroughly before use to guarantee optimal camera performance and safe operation for all advanced users.
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Reference Guide
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.
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Reference Guide 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 ac...
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Table of Contents Introduction ...................................................................................................................3 Before You Begin.......................................
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Introduction Before You Begin Before using this product, please read these instructions carefully. You will also need to consult the documentation provided with the camera. This lens is intended exclu...
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For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. After reading these safety instructions, keep them r...
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Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high or low temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or frostbite. CAUTION Do not leave the lens pointed a...
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Using the Lens Parts of the Lens: Names and Functions The parts of the lens are listed below. Lens hood mounting mark Use when attaching the lens hood. 0 “Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood” (p.14) ...
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Zoom ring Rotate the ring to zoom in or out. Focal length scale Determine the approximate focal length when zooming the lens in or out. Focal length mark Determine the approximate focal length when zo...
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Lens mounting mark Use when mounting the lens on the camera. 0 “Attachment and Removal” (p.11) Rubber lens-mount gasket Helps prevent the ingress of water droplets or dust along the surfaces where the...
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Lens hood Lens hoods reduce stray light that would otherwise cause flare or ghosting. They also serve to protect the lens. 0 “Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood” (p.14) Lens hood lock mark Use when ...
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Lens cap (front cap) Lens cap (rear cap) Parts of the Lens: Names and Functions
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Attachment and Removal Attaching the Lens 1. Turn the camera off, remove the body cap, and detach the rear lens cap. Attachment and Removal
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2. Position the lens on the camera body, keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with the mounting mark on the camera body (q), and then rotate the lens in the direction shown (w) until it click...
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Removing the Lens 1. Turn the camera off. 2. Press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens in the direction shown (w). Attachment and Removal
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Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood Align the lens hood alignment mark with the lens hood mounting mark (q) and then rotate the lens hood in the direction shown (w) until the mounting mark is aligned...
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The lens hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens when not in use. Reversing the Lens Hood Keeping your finger and thumb wrapped around the lens hood, gently grip the knurled surface and rotate th...
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Precautions for Use Do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the lens caps or lens hood. Keep the CPU contacts clean. Should the rubber lens-mount gasket be damaged, cease use immediately ...
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Lens Maintenance Removing dust is normally sufficient to clean the glass surfaces of the lens. Smudges, fingerprints, and other oily stains can be removed using a soft, clean cotton cloth or third-par...
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Technical Notes Cameras with AF-Assist Illuminators The lens 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-...
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Using the Lens on Cameras with a Built-in Flash Shadows will be visible in photos where light from the built-in flash is obscured by the lens or lens hood. Remove the lens hood before shooting. Note, ...
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Accessories Supplied Accessories LC-67B Lens Cap (front cap) LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap) HB-113 Lens Hood CL-C2 Lens Case Using the Lens Case The case is intended to protect the lens from scratches, not...
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Other Compatible Accessories 67 mm filters Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4×/TC-2.0× Filters Use only one filter at a time. Remove the lens hood before attaching filters. You will also need to remove the lens h...
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Specifications Mount Nikon Z mount Focal length 70 – 180 mm Maximum aperture f/2.8 19 elements in 14 groups (including 5 ED elements, Lens construction 1 super-ED element, 3 aspherical elements) FX fo...
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Throughout this document, “FX format” and “FX” are used in reference to an angle of view equivalent to that of a 35 mm format (“full frame”) camera and “DX format” and “DX” to an angle of view equival...
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Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference...
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Notices for Customers in Canada CAN ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B) Notices for Customers in Europe This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The followi...
Manual Details
| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Pages | 26 |
| File Size | 656.22 KB |
| Published | June 04, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of camera is this lens intended for?
It is exclusively for use with mirrorless cameras featuring a Nikon Z mount.
What should I do if my camera fails to detect the lens?
Update the camera firmware to the latest version, as earlier versions may cause detection failure or limit features.
Are there any restrictions on modifying the product?
No. Do not disassemble or modify this product, and do not touch exposed internal parts.
How should I safely store or handle the product?
Keep it dry; never use it near flammable dust or gas, and keep it out of reach of children.