Both the appearance and the lens are very beautiful. It seems to default to auto even when set to manual. For those who only shoot in auto mode, we look forward to your purchase. The following is from the HP: A standard lens with a design based on the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G. It perfectly matches the Df with its leather-tone exterior paint, silver aluminum ring, and focus ring that replicates the rubber knurling of manual focus lenses.