AF-assist illumination

The AF-assist illuminator has a range of about 1–3 m (3 ft 4 in.–9 ft 10 in.). Some lenses or lens hoods may block the illuminator at certain focus distances. Remove the lens hood before shooting.

• For information on restrictions when shooting with the camera's illuminator, see the Nikon Download Center.
  https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/