Nikon 70 200 Instruction Manual - Page 17

Basic concept of vibration reduction Number of vibrations Camera shake when taking Camera shake pictures from a moving vehicle En Panning shots Strength of vibrations Set the vibration reduction mode switch to "NORMAL". Set the vibration reduction mode switch to "ACTIVE". When taking pictures When taking panning shots When taking pictures from a moving vehicle Set the vibration reduction mode switch to either "NORMAL" or "ACTIVE". Set the vibration reduction mode switch to "NORMAL". Set the vibration reduction mode switch to "ACTIVE". Setting the vibration reduction ON/OFF switch (Fig. F) ON: Vibration is reduced while the shutter release button is lightly pressed and also at the instant the shutter is released. Because vibration is reduced in the viewfinder, auto/manual focusing and exact framing of the subject are easier. OFF: Vibration is not reduced. Setting the vibration reduction mode switch (Fig. G) First, set the vibration reduction ON/OFF switch ON, then select the following mode: NORMAL:The vibration reduction mechanism primarily reduces camera shake, making smooth panning shots possible. ACTIVE: The vibration reduction mechanism reduces camera shake when taking pictures and those from a moving vehicle. In this mode, the lens does not automatically distinguish panning from camera shake. 17