Handling Precautions:
The kit lenses use a stepping motor that drives the focus lens. The motor controls the focus lens even during zooming.
1.When the camera is OFF
The motor does not operate while the camera is OFF or when the camera is OFF due to the auto power off function. Therefore, users must be aware of the following points.
Manual focusing is not possible.
During zooming, inaccurate focusing may occur.
2.When the lens is in sleep mode
If not operated for a certain period of time, this lens will enter sleep mode in order to save power, apart from the camera’s auto power off. To exit sleep mode, press the shutter button halfway.
In sleep mode, the motor will not operate even if the camera is ON. Therefore, users must be aware of the following points.
Manual focusing is not possible.
During zooming, inaccurate focusing may occur.
3.During initial reset
When the camera is turned N or when the camera is turned ON by pressing the shutter button halfway when the camera is OFF due to the auto power off function*1, the lens performs an initial reset of the focus lens.
Although the image in the viewfinder will appear out of focus during the initial reset, this is not a malfunction.
Although the shutter can be released during the initial reset, users must wait approx. 1 second*2 after the initial reset has completed before shooting.
*1: Applicable to the following
*2: The initial reset time varies depending on the camera used.
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