Lens Compatibility

Use a CPU Nikkor lens (except IX-Nikkor) with this camera. D- or G-type AF lenses give you access to all available functions.

CPU contacts of CPU

D-type Nikkor lens

Nikkor lens

 

G-type Nikkor lens

G-type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lens

The G-type Nikkor lens has no aperture ring; aperture should be selected from camera body. Unlike other CPU Nikkor lenses, aperture does not need to be set to minimum (largest f-number) (page 18).

CPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type Nikkor lens have an aperture ring. Set the lens aperture to its minimum and lock. When the lens is not set to its minimum aperture setting and the power switch is turned on, ƒEE blinks in the LCD panel and viewfinder and the shutter cannot be released (page 18).

Types of CPU lenses and other usable lenses/accessories

 

Mode

 

Focus mode

 

Exposure mode

Metering system

 

 

 

 

 

Manual with

 

Any mode

 

Matrix

 

 

 

 

 

Autofocus electronic

Manual

other than

M

3D 6-

6-

Centre-

 

 

 

 

 

rangefinder

 

M

 

Weighted*1

 

 

Lens/accessories

 

 

 

segment

segment

 

 

 

D-type AF Nikkor*3,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G-type AF Nikkor,

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

 

 

2

AF-S, AF-I Nikkor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nikkor*

AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter*6

R*7

R*7

R

R

R

R

R

 

 

 

PC Micro-Nikkor

R*5

R

R

R

 

 

 

85mm f/2.8D*4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-D/G-type AF Nikkor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(except AF Nikkor for

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

 

 

 

F3AF)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AI-P Nikkor

R*8

R

R

R

R

R

 

 

 

AI-S or AI type Nikkor,

R*8

R

R*10

— —

 

 

 

Series-E, AI-modified Nikkor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Medical-Nikkor

R

R

R*11

 

 

Nikkor*9

120mm f/4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reflex-Nikkor

R

R*10

 

 

 

 

 

 

PC-Nikkor

R*5

R

R*10

 

 

CPU

AI-S or AI type

R*7

R

R*10

 

 

Teleconverters

 

 

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Attachment PB-6*12

R*7

R

R*10

 

 

Non

 

 

 

Bellows Focusing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auto Extension Rings

 

 

R*10

 

 

 

(PK-11A, PK-12,

R*7

R

 

 

 

PK-13 and PN-11)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*1 Metering system automatically switches to Centre-Weighted Metering when the exposure mode is set to

 

 

Manual.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*2 IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*3 This camera is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens.

 

 

 

 

*4 The camera’s exposure metering and flash control system do not work properly when shifting and/or tilting the

MISCELLANEOUS

*9 Some lenses/accessories cannot be attached. (See page 90.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

lens, or when using an aperture other than the maximum aperture.

 

 

 

 

 

 

*5 Without shifting and/or tilting the lens.

*6 Compatible with AF-S and AF-I Nikkor except AF-S 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED, AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED and AF-S 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED.

*7 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

*8 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

*10 With exposure mode set to Manual. The exposure meter cannot be used.

*11 With exposure mode set to Manual and shutter speed set to 1/90 sec. or slower, the exposure meter cannot be used.

*12 Attach the PB-6 vertically. (PB-6 can be set to horizontal position after attaching.)

AS-15 must be attached in combination with Medical-Nikkor 200mm f/5.6 for the lens to fire the flash.

Reprocopy Outfit PF-4 can be attached in combination with Camera Holder PA-4.

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89

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Nikon F65D instruction manual Lens Compatibility, Type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lens

F65D specifications

The Nikon F65D, also known as the Nikon N65 in some regions, is a notable entry in the world of 35mm film cameras, bridging the gap between traditional photography and the emerging digital era. Released in the late 1990s, this camera embodies a blend of versatility, user-friendly controls, and solid build quality, making it an appealing choice for both amateur photographers and seasoned professionals seeking a reliable film camera.

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