Nikon D5300 User Manual
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A-M, M/A-M, A/M-M, and Vibration Reduction (VR) Switches
When using autofocus with a lens equipped with an A-M
mode switch, slide the switch to A (if the lens has an M/A-M or
A/M-M
switch, select M/A or A/M). For information on other
lenses that can be used with this camera, see page 226.
If the lens has a vibration reduction (VR) switch, select ON to
reduce the effects of vibration (
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Using a Zoom Lens
Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a
larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area
visible in the final photograph (select longer focal lengths on
the lens focal length scale to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to
zoom out).
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Detaching the Lens
Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging
lenses. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release
button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After
removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body
cap.
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The Camera Clock
The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household clocks.
Check the clock
regularly against more accurate time pieces and reset as necessary.
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The Clock Battery
The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is
charged as necessary when the main battery is installed.
Three days of charging will power
the clock for about a month.
If a message warning that the clock is not set is displayed when
the camera is turned on, the clock battery is exhausted and the clock has been reset.
Set the
clock to the correct time and date.
Zoom in
Zoom out
Zoom ring