Check that the camera is turned off.

48Attaching the Lens

Attach a proper lens to the camera's body.

When you use one of the following lenses with the a, all the camera’s capture modes will be available.

(a)DA, DA L, D FA, FA J lenses

(b)Lenses with an Aperture s(Auto) position, when used in the

2

sposition

Getting

 

Turn the camera off before attaching or removing the lens to prevent

unexpected lens movement.

Started

 

• When lenses described in (b) are used in a position other than s, some

functions will be restricted. Refer to “Notes on [22. Using Aperture Ring]”

 

 

(p.284).

 

• With factory default settings, the camera will not work with lenses other than

 

those listed above and accessories. Set [22. Using Aperture Ring] to

 

[Permitted] in the [ACustom Setting 4] menu to use them. (p.284)

 

 

1

2 Remove the body mount cover (1) and lens mount cover (2).

Be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward to protect the lens mount from damage.

3 Align the Lens mount index (red dots: 3) on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks.

After attaching, turn the lens

counterclockwise to check that the lens3 is locked in place.