TLM-A056-S-T/T-2003-01

Model: A056 Owner’s manual

70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD

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USAGE PRECAUTIONS• An internal focusing (IF) system is employed to reduce the minimum focus distance. The angle ofThank you for purchasing this Tamron lens. Before using your new lens, please read the contentsof this Owner’s manual to properly use the lens. Also, it will be important to read the manual of thecamera to which you will attach the lens.
After reading, store this Owner’s manual in a safe place.
Please read also the document “Precautions for Safe Use of Tamron Lenses” supplied with thelens for the detailed safety precautions to observe when using Tamron lenses.
• Explains precautions that help to prevent problems.
• Explains things you should know in addition to basic operations.

PART NAMES (Refer to Fig.

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① Lens hood
③ Hood locking mark⑤ Hood release mark⑦ Focal length scale⑨ Focus ring
⑪ Lens attachment mark② Hood attaching alignment mark④ Filter ring
⑥ Zooming ring
⑧ Focal length mark⑩ Zoom lock switch⑫ Lens-camera interface contacts

MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Focal Length
Maximum Aperture
Angle of View (diagonal)
Optical Construction
Minimum Object Distance（MOD）
Maximum Magnification Ratio
Filter Size
Length・Maximum Diameter
WeightLens Hood

A056
70-180 mm
F/2.8
34˚21'- 13˚42'
14/19
AF: 0.85 m (33.5") (entire zoom range) (*1 MF: 0.27 m (10.6") (Wide) / 0.85 m (33.5") (Tele))1
AF: 1:4.6 (* MF: 1:2 (Wide) / 1:4.6 (Tele))
ø 67 mm
149 mm (5.9")・ø 81 mm
810 g (28.6 oz)
HA056• Length : From tip of front element to mount surface.
• Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.

*1 Shooting at a close range of 0.27 m, at the 70 mm setting, is possible only when manual focus(MF) is set on the camera. However, it may be difficult to focus since the image quality
decreases in peripheral areas. For details, please visit this website.
https://www.tamron.jp/en/support/guide/closeup.html

ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE LENS
Remove the rear cap of the lens. Align the lens attachment mark ⑪ and mounting mark on thecamera, and then insert the lens.
Turn the lens clockwise until it locks.
To remove the lens, turn the lens in the opposite direction while pressing the lens release buttonon the camera.
• Turn off the power of the camera before attaching or removing the lens.
• For details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.

SWITCHING FOCUS MODE (Ref. Figs.

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Select the desired focus mode on the camera.
For manual focusing, turn the focus ring ⑨ to acquire the desired focus.
For details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.
• In AF mode, it may be difficult for autofocus to work depending on the subject.

ZOOMING (Ref. Figs.

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Turn the zooming ring ⑥ to adjust the focal length (Zoom position) to a desired position.

ZOOM LOCK MECHANISM (Ref. Figs.

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You can lock the zooming ring ⑥ at a focal length of 70 mm to keep it from rotating.

■Setting the zoom lock (Ref. Fig.

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Align 70 mm on the focal length scale ⑦ with the focal length mark ⑧.
Push the zoom lock switch ⑩ toward the camera.

■Releasing the zoom lock (Ref. Fig.

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Push the zoom lock switch ⑩ toward the zooming ring.
• To zoom, release the lock, and then rotate the zooming ring.

LENS HOOD (Ref. Figs.

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A bayonet-type lens hood ① is provided as standard equipment.
We recommend shooting with the hood properly attached because the lens hood eliminates straylight that may affect the picture.

■Using the lens hood (Ref. Figs.

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Align the hood attaching alignment mark ② of the hood with the hood release mark ⑤ of thelens.
Rotate the hood ① in the direction of the arrow until the hood locking mark ③ meets the hoodrelease mark ⑤.

■Stowing the lens hood (Ref. Fig.

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You can stow the lens hood ① by attaching it in reverse. (Refer to Fig.
direction and the marks)

for the rotation• Be aware that the perimeter of the photographed image may be darkened if the hood ① is not

attached properly.

view may be wider than that of lenses with other focusing systems when shooting at a distanceless than infinity.
• The lens hood or the lens barrel may block the light from the flash. It is recommended toperform trial shooting in advance.
• Differences in the display systems of cameras may cause to show values different from themaximum and minimum aperture values from the specifications. This is not an indication of anerror.
• Do not touch the lens-camera interface contacts with your fingers. Otherwise, it may cause amalfunction.
• If the temperature changes suddenly, condensation may form and cause malfunctions.
• The front element is covered with stain-proof coating. After removing the dust on the lenssurface with a blower or another means, wipe it with a dry cloth.
• Never use benzene, thinner, or other organic solvents to clean the lens.
• Store the lens in a clean and well-ventilated place.
• For more details on the lens cleaning and storage, the compatibility with cameras, and othersupport information see our website. https://www.tamron.jp/en/support/
Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment in Private Households.
Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in theEuropean Union and other European countries with separate collectionsystems)
This symbol indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be collected separately for the recycling of electrical andelectronic equipment.
If the new products are purchased, this product might be handed over to the distributor or
the collection system of waste electrical and electronic equipment eventually.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused byinappropriate waste handling of this product or components of this product.
If this product is disposed illegally, it might cause a possibility of penalties. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, yourhousehold waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Precautions for Safe Use of Tamron Lenses
For safe operation be sure to carefully read the "Precautions for Safe Use of Tamron Lenses" and themanual before using the product.
After reading them, store them in a place where they can easily be reviewed whenever needed.
Caution instructions are divided into the following two categories according to the degree of danger
involved.

WARNING

This indicates instructions which if not followed or if performed
incorrectly could lead to death or serious injury.

 Do not view the sun or other strong light source directly through the lens or through a camera
while using this lens.
Doing so could cause loss of vision, damage to the lens and/or the camera, and possibly cause
the lens and/or camera to ignite.
 Do not dissemble, repair, or modify the lens.
This could damage the lens or camera.
 Keep the lens out of the reach of small children.
There is a risk of injury if the lens is dropped or falls down.

CAUTION

This indicates instructions which if not heeded or if performed
incorrectly could lead to bodily injury or physical damage

 Do not place lens in direct sunlight or leave it in an extremely hot place such inside a car. Doing such
could damage the internal parts of the lens or cause a fire.
 Always attach the lens cap whenever the lens is not in use.
 When attaching the lens to the camera, ensure that the lens has been properly attached to thecamera and firmly locked.
If the lens is not attached properly, it could be difficult to remove or it could fall off causing damage
or injury.
 Do not use this lens for any application other than photography.
 Do not transport the lens while it is still attached to a tripod.