jerrypoller Loc: Huntington, NY

Within the last year I bought 3 used Nikon f/2.8 zoom lenses (20-35, 35-70, and 80-200) for my D610. When I was cleaning the lenses today I accidentally moved the aperture ring tab from the orange dash position to the "blank" position above it. I know when it's in the orange position, corresponding to the orange f22 on the ring that the aperture ring won't turn manually, and when the tab is in the "off orange dash" position, the aperture ring can be turned manually. But in either position, I can still select the full range of f-stops when I use my command wheel. So, if I choose to select the aperture (I normally shoot in AF, Manual mode, Auto ISO) with the command wheel, does it make any difference where the aperture [lock?] tab is set? BTW, I still classify myself as an amateur/enthusiast photographer, with lots to learn [here].

oldtigger Loc: Roanoke Virginia-USA

Normally, the only function of the tab is as a physical lock to prevent the aperture ring from being rotated.
Yours appears to be operating correctly.

jerrypoller Loc: Huntington, NY

Thanks.

DEBJENROB Loc: DELRAY BEACH FL

if you set your camera to any node but M ... you will get an error message .... with the aperture ring locked, the camera can set the f stop by use of the command dial .... if the ring is not locked, the camera can not override the lens setting ...check your manual ... if that is not happening ... maybe the tab is broken and set in the locked position .... I have one lens like that ...

jerrypoller Loc: Huntington, NY

Since I always shoot in Manual mode, locking/unlocking the tab doesn't make a difference. So, I tested my rig unlocked in Aperture mode and it will still focus using the command wheel if I leave the aperture ring set to f22. But if I set any other aperture, I get the error message. Thanks for the education - that's why I read this forum every day.

Leon S Loc: Minnesota

You have picked three of the best 2.8 lenses you could have for your D610. They were some of the first lenses I bought when I went digital and the only three lenses I still use after first going to the D700 and now the D810. The others are collecting dust (figuratively) on the shelf. The answers given above are correct by my experience with the 35-70. Lock the pin and forget ever taking it off. Leon

jerrypoller Loc: Huntington, NY

I read a lot of posts here and watched innumerable you tubes about lenses before I took the plunge. Since I had been shooting churches and museums on vacations with my 18-300 f/3.5-5.6 and getting frustrated by the "no flash" rule, I knew I needed faster glass. Now, all my lenses are f/2.8 or faster and I can shoot anything except birthday party blowing out the candles photos without worrying about flash. Pins are locked and I just shoot away now.