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쎲 SP 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di VC USD
쎲 SP 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di USD(Model A005 / for Nikon, Canon)(Model A005 / for Sony *Models without the VC)

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12 131415 11 10쏄 A005: This model is Built-in Motor / A005:

Sony

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쏄 Common with the Konica Minolta ␣ mount. /3 AF: ON 4 MF: ON 5 VC: ON 6 VC: OFF

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Thank you for purchasing the Tamron lens as the latest addition to your photographic
equipment. Before using your new lens, please read the contents of this Owner’s Manual
thoroughly to familiarize yourself with your lens and the proper techniques for creating
the highest quality images possible. With proper handling and care, your Tamron lens will
give you many years of photographing beautiful and exciting pictures.
폷 Explains precautions that help to prevent problems.

폷 Explains things you should know in addition to basic operations.

NOMENCLATURE (Refer to Fig. 1, if not specified)
1 Lens hood
2 Hood attaching alignment mark3 Hood attaching indicator
4 Filter ring
5 Hood attaching index mark6 Zooming ring
7 Focal length scale
8 Zoom index mark9 Focusing ring
0 Distance scale- Distance index= VC (Vibration Compensation) switch*q AF/MF switch (Fig. 3 & 4)
w Lens attachment marke Lens mount/Lens mount contacts
쏄Only for Nikon and Canon models

focus aid function lamp lights up when the picture is in focus.

폷 At infinity, make sure the image in the viewfinder appears sharp. The infinity position on A005
is made with certain allowances to insure proper focus under a variety of conditions.

폷 For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.

VC MECHANISM (Ref. Fig. 1 , 5 & 6 ) (Mounted for Nikon and Canon models)VC (Vibration Compensation) is a mechanism which reduces the image blur caused byhand-held shooting. When using the VC, pictures can be taken at shutter speeds up to amaximum 4 stops slower than the speed when the VC is not used.
쏄Based on the company’s standard measurement. Also, the correction of image blur differs
depending on the conditions during picture taking and the person using the camera.

쐽 How to use VC mechanism

SPECIFICATIONS
Focal Length
Maximum Aperture
Angle of View
Lens Construction
Minimum Focusing Distance
Maximum Magnification Ratio
Filter Size øLength
Diameter øWeight
Lens Hood

FOCUSING (Manual Focus) (Ref. Figs. 1, 2 & 4 )In case of Sony cameras, switch the focusing mode switch of the camera to manual
focusing mode (MF). In case of a Nikon or Canon camera, switch the AF/MF switch (q)on the lens to MF. (Fig. 4) In case of Nikon camera with the focus mode selector dial,
set the focus mode to “M”, and then set the AF/MF switch on the lens side (q) to"MF". Focus manually rotating the focusing ring (9) while viewing through thecamera’s viewfinder. The main subject in the viewfinder will be sharp when the lens isfocused correctly.
폷 Even in the MF mode, turning focusing ring (9) while pressing the shutter button halfway theA005
70-300 mm
F/4-5.6
34°21' - 8°15'
12/171.5 m (59'' )1:4.0362 mm
142.7 mm* (5.6'' )81.5 mm (3.2'' )765 g* (27.0 oz)
HA005폷 * values are specifications of Nikon products.

Features and appearance of lenses listed in this owner’s manual are subject to change
without notice.

ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE LENS쐽 How to mount the lens

VC can be used in AF or MF mode.
1) Set the VC = switch on.
*When VC is not used, set the switch off.
2) Press the shutter button halfway to verify the effect of the VC.
When the shutter button is pressed down halfway, it takes about 1 second for theVC to provide a stable image.
With the VC mechanism, there are occasions when the image in the viewfinder
blurs after the shutter button is pressed down halfway.

쐽 The VC can be effective for hand-held shots under the followingconditions.
폷 Dimly lit locations
폷 Scenes where flash photography is forbidden
폷 Situations where your footing is uncertain폷 Taking continuous shots of a moving subjects
쐽 The VC may not be able to give full effect in the following cases:폷 When a photograph is taken from a fast movimg vehicle
폷 Shooting during the excessive movement of the camera폷 Turn the VC switch OFF when taking pictures with the bulb setting or during longexposures. If the VC switch is ON, the VC mechanism may introduce errors.
폷 With the VC mechanism, there are occasions that the image in the viewfinder blurs rightafter the shutter button is pressed down halfway, but this is not a malfunction.

폷 When the VC is ON, the number of images recordable is reduced due to the power usedfrom the camera.

Removing the rear cap of the lens. Align the Lens attachment mark (w) on the lensbarrel with its counterpart on the camera mount and insert the lens.
Rotate the lens clockwise until it click-locks. For Nikon models, align the lens
attachment mark with the dot on the camera and rotate the lens counter-clockwise
until it click-locks.

폷 When the VC is ON, immediately after the shutter button is pushed halfway down andPressing the lens release button on the camera down, turn the lens counter-clockwise(in case of Nikon lens, clockwise), and lift the lens off the camera’s lens mount.
폷 For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.

폷 When the lens is removed from the camera while VC is activating, the lens may make

FOCUSING (Autofocus) and using the full-time manual function

폷 VC can be used in AF or MF mode.

쐽 How to detach the lens

In case of Sony cameras, switch the focusing mode switch of the camera to Autofocusing mode (AF). In case of a Nikon or Canon camera, switch the AF/MF switch (q)on the lens to AF. (Fig. 3). In case of Nikon camera with the focus mode selector dial,
set the focus mode to “S” or “C”, and then set the AF/MF switch on the lens side (q) to“AF”. Press the shutter button lightly while viewing through the camera’s viewfinder, thelens focuses automatically. An in-focus mark will light when lens focuses on the main
subject sharply. Press the shutter button further to photograph.
Using the full-time manual function
A005 is equipped with the full-time manual function.
The full-time manual function is a function that the focus can be fine-tuned by themanual focus without switching the AF/MF changing switch when taking a picture ofauto focus.
폷 How to use the full-time manual function
First, set the focus mode to “AF”.
You can adjust focus manually while turning the focus ring in the shutter button ispressed lightly.

폷 The distance scale (0) is marked for guidance purposes. The actual focal point may
slightly differ from the distance marked on the focal length index.

폷 For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.

approximately 2 seconds after a finger releases the shutter button, the camera will“click”. This sound is the VC's locking mechanism activating, not a malfunction.
폷 Turn the VC swtich OFF when using tripod.
폷 After releasing the shutter button, the VC will continue to operate for about 2 seconds
until the locking mechanism activates.
clicking sound when the lens is subjected to a jolt. This is not a malfunction. Re-attach thelens to the camera and turn the power ON. The sound should stop.

폷 The VC activates while the “release” button is pushed halfway down. (It is activated 2seconds after the shutter button is released)ZOOMING (Ref. Fig. 1 & 2 )Rotate zooming ring 6 of the lens while viewing through the camera’s viewfinder andcompose your image at the chosen focal length.

LENS HOOD (Ref. Figs. 1 , 7 to 9 )A bayonet-type lens hood is provided as standard equipment. We recommend shooting withthe hood attached whenever possible as the lens hood eliminates stray light, which isharmful to the picture. However, please be aware of the precautions stated in the next
section when your camera is equipped with a built-in flash.

쐽 Attaching the Lens Hood (Ref. Figs. 7 & 8 )Align Hood attaching alignment mark 2 on the hood with the corresponding index mark
5 or the top of the index line of the distance scale on the lens. Press the hood lightly
onto the hood attaching index mark (Fig. 7) and then rotate it clockwise to secure (Fig.
7). The lens hood will be secure when the mark “TAMRON 쑗” is at the top (Fig. 8).
When attaching the lens hood, hold the focus and zoom control rings so that they are notrotated unintentionally.
폷 Pay particular attention to align the hood attaching indexes when using zoom lenses
including wide-angle (e.i. 35mm or wider) settings.
Improper attachment of a hood on a wide-angle zoom lens may cause large
shadowed areas in your pictures.

쐽 Stowing lens hood on the lens (Ref. Fig. 9 )1) Reverse the lens hood. Point the lens toward the opening, then align the hoodattaching index on the lens with the (TAMRON 쑗) alignment on the hood 3.
2) Turn the hood clockwise until the alignment mark (•) is at the top to set it. (Fig. 9)

PRECAUTIONS IN SHOOTING폷 The optical design for Di takes into consideration the various features of digital single

reflex cameras. However, due to the configuration of the digital single reflex cameras, evenwhen the autofocus accuracy is within specifications, the focal point may be a little
forward or behind the optimum point when shooting with auto focus under someconditions.
폷 When the built-in flash on the camera is used, adverse photographic phenomena such as
corner illumination fall-off or vignetting at the bottom part of the image may be observed,
especially in wide angle ranges. This is due to the inherent limitation of the coverage ofthe built-in flash, and/or the relative position of the flash to the edge of the lens barrel
which causes shadows on the image. It is strongly recommended to use a suitable
separate flash unit provided by the camera manufacturer for all flash photography.
For further details, please read the “built-in flash” article on the instruction manual of your camera.
폷 We do NOT recommend using a tele-converter due to the optical performance of thelens.
폷 When fixing a camera on tripods and taking a picture, turn the VC switch to OFF.
폷 When set on AF mode, interfering with focusing ring may cause serious damage to thelens mechanism.
폷 Certain camera models may indicate the maximum and minimum aperture values of thelens in approximate numbers. This is inherent to the design of the camera and not anindication of an error.

TO ENSURE LONG-TERM SATISFACTION폷 Avoid touching the glass element surface. Use a photographic lens cloth or blower toremove dust from the lens element surface. When not using the lens, always place a lens
cap on it for protection.
폷 Use a lens cleaning tissue or lint cloth with a drop of cleaning solution to remove fingerprints
or dirt on the glass lens surface with a rotary motion from the center to the edge.
폷 Use a silicon cloth to clean your lens barrel only.
폷 Mildew is an enemy of your lens. Clean the lens after shooting near water or in any humid
place. Store your lens in a clean, cool and dry place.When storing the lens in an lens case,store it with commercially available drying agent such as silicagel, and change the agent
occasionally. If you find mildew on your lens, consult an authorized repair shop or nearby
photographic store.
폷 Do not touch the lens-camera interface contacts since dust, dirt and/or stains may cause acontact failure between the lens and camera.
폷 When using your equipment [camera(s) and lens(es)] in an environment where thetemperature changes from one extreme to the other, make sure to put your equipment
temporarily in a case or a plastic bag for a length of time in order for the equipment to go
through a gradual temperature shift. This will reduce potential equipment trouble.