The AF-assist illuminator has a range of about 1.0–3.0 m (3 ft 4 in.–9 ft 10 in.). Some lenses may block the illuminator at certain focus distances.

  • Remove lens hoods when using the illuminator.

  • The following lenses interfere with AF-assist illumination:

Lenses that limit the range at which AF-assist illumination can be used for autofocus

NIKKOR Z 24–70mm f/2.8 S

AF-assist illumination cannot be used for autofocus at distances under 1.5 m (4 ft 12 in.)

NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S

AF-assist illumination cannot be used for autofocus at distances under 2.0 m (6 ft 7 in.)