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Tamron A17 Owner's Manual

Other manuals for A17: Instructions, Instructions
Manual is about: AF 70~300 mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro 1:2

Summary of A17

  • Page 1

    Af 70~300 mm f/4-55.6 di ld macro 1:2 (model a17) thank you for purchasing the tamron lens as the latest addition to your photographic equipment. Di ii lens (digitally integrated) series are designed for digital slr cameras with image sensors equivalent to aps- c size. Before using you new lens, ple...

  • Page 4: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature 1. Lens hood 2. Hood attaching alignment mark 3. Hood attaching indicator 4. Filter ring 5. Hood attaching bayonet ring 6. Distance index 7. Distance scale 8. Focusing ring 9. Zooming ring 10. Focal length scale 11. Zoom index mark 12. Zoom lock switch 13. Lens mount/lens mount contacts...

  • Page 5

    Attaching and removing the lens how to mount the lens remove the rear cap of the lens. Align the lens attachment mark (15) on the lens barrel with its counterpart on the camera mount and insert the lens. Rotate the lens clockwise until it click-locks. For nikon, sony and pentax models, align the len...

  • Page 6: Zooming (Ref. Figs.1 & 2)

    Lens aperture and ae mode (ref. Figs. 1, 7, & 8) setting lens f-numbers with canon & sony cameras set the f-number with aperture setting device of the camera body in accordance with the selected photographing mode. For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera. Setting lens ...

  • Page 7: Detaching The Lens Hood

    Lens hood (ref. Figs. 1, 12 to 17) when attaching and detaching the lens hood for the a17, be sure to set your camera or lens to mf mode. The hood attaching bayonet ring (5) turns as the the focusing ring (8) turns. Trying to attach the lens hood when the camera or lens is set in af mode forces the ...

  • Page 8: Precautions In Shooting

    Precautions in shooting the optical design for di-ii takes into consideration the various features of digital single reflex cameras. However, due to the configuration of the digital slr cameras, even when the autofocus accuracy is within specifications, the focal point may be a little forward or beh...

  • Page 9

    To ensure long-term satisfaction avoid touching the glass element surface. Use a photographic lens cloth or a blower to remove dust from the lens element surface. When not using the lens, always place a lens cap on it for protection. Use a lens cleaning tissue or lint cloth with a drop of cleaning s...