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 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.
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Explains precautions that help to prevent problems.
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Explains things you should know in addition to basic operations.
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
0
Focal length scale
-
Zoom index mark
=
AF-MF altering switch (Nikon Fig.
3
&
4
)
q
Lens attachment mark
w
Lens mount/Lens mount contacts
B001
Focal Length
10-24 mm
Maximum Aperture
F/3.5 - 4.5
Angle of View
108
°
44
' - 60
°
20
'
Lens Construction
9/12
Minimum Focusing Distance
0.24 m (0.79
' )
Maximum magnification ratio of shooting
1:5.13 (at 24 mm)
Filter Size
ø
77 mm
Length
86.5 mm (3.4
'' )
Diameter
ø
83.2 mm (3.28
'' )
Weight
400 g (14.1 oz)
Lens Hood
AB001
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Lengths and weights listed in lens specifications are for lens with Nikon mount.
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Features and cosmetic designs of lenses listed in this owner’s manual may be revised
without notice.
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How to mount the lens
Removing the rear cap of the lens. Align the lens attachment mark (
q
) on the lens
barrel with its counterpart on the camera mount and insert the lens.
Rotate the lens clockwise (in case of Nikon lens, counter-clockwise) until it click-
locks.
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How to detach the lens
Pressing 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.
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The image circles of Di II lenses are designed to match the digital SLR cameras using
the image sensors equivalent to APS-C (approx. 15.5
҂
23.2mm) . Do not use Di II lenses
with cameras using image sensors larger than APS-C. Using Di II lenses with such
cameras may cause vignetting on the image.
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Some Canon cameras have index marks for attaching both EF lenses (red circle) and
EF-S lenses (white square).
To attach or remove the DiII lenses, align the lens attachment mark on the lens (
q
)
with the index mark for EF lenses.
Do not forcibly align the lens attachment mark with the index mark for EF-S lens
(white square) .
Doing so could result in damage to the lens and/or camera.
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For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.
In case of Sony or Pentax, switch the focusing mode switch of the camera to Auto
focusing mode (AF). In case of a Nikon or Canon camera, switch the AF/MF switch (
=
)
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 (
=
) to
“AF”. Press the shutter button lightly while viewing through the camera’s viewfinder, the
lens focuses automatically. An in-focus mark will light when lens focuses on the main
subject sharply. Press the shutter button further to photograph.
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When set on AF mode, interfering with focusing ring (
8
) may cause serious damage to
the lens mechanism.
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The distance scale (
7
) is marked for guidance purposes. The actual focal point may
slightly differ from the distance marked on the focal length index.
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For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.
In case of Sony or Pentax, 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 (
=
)
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 (
=
) to
"MF". Focus manually rotating the focusing ring (
8
) while viewing through the
camera’s viewfinder. The main subject in the viewfinder will be sharp when the lens is
focused correctly.
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Even in the MF mode, turning focusing ring (
8
) while pressing the shutter button halfway the
focus aid function lamp lights up when the picture is in focus.
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At infinity, make sure the image in the viewfinder appears sharp. The infinity position on B001
is made with certain allowances to insure proper focus under a variety of conditions.
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For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.
Rotate zooming ring (
9
) of the lens while viewing through the camera’s viewfinder and
compose your image at the chosen focal length
.
Please follow the instruction manual of your camera.
A bayonet-type lens hood is provided as standard equipment. We recommend shooting
with the hood attached whenever possible as the lens hood eliminates stray light which
is harmful to the picture. However, please be aware of the "PRECAUTIONS IN
SHOOTING" when your camera is equipped with a built-in flash.
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Attaching the Lens Hood (Ref. Figs.
5
&
6
)
Align the hood attaching alignment mark (
2
) on the hood with the corresponding hood
attaching bayonet ring (
5
) (or the top of the index line of the distance scale) on the
lens. Press the hood lightly onto the hood attaching bayonet ring (Fig.
5
, No.
1
) and
then rotate it clockwise to secure (Fig.
5
, No.
2
). The lens hood will be securely held
as the mark “TAMRON
쑗
” comes to the top (Fig.
6
, No.
3
).
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Pay particular attention to align the hood attaching indexes when using zoom lenses
including wide-angle (e.i. 35 mm or wider) settings.
Improper attachment of a hood for wide-angle zoom lens may cause large shadowed
areas in your pictures.
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Stowing lens hood on the lens (Ref. Fig.
7
)
1) Reverse the lens hood. Point the lens toward to opening, then align the hood
attachment mark on the lens with the (TAMRON
쑗
) alignment on the hood (
3
).
2) Turn the hood clockwise until it alignment mark (•) is at the top to set it. (Fig.
7
,
2
)
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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 single reflex
cameras, even when 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 some conditions.
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When photographing near the minimum focusing distance it is advisable to shoot at
higher f-munbers to obtain sharper image quality.
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The image circles of Di II lenses are designed to match the digital SLR cameras using
the image sensors equivalent to APS-C (approx. 15.5
҂
23.2mm). Do not use Di II
lenses with cameras using image sensors larger than APS-C. Using Di II lenses with
such cameras may cause vignetting on the image.
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(B001) employ an internal focusing (IF) system. Because of the characteristics of this
optical design, the angles of view at distances other than infinity are wider than that
of the lenses applying an ordinary focusing system.
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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 of the 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.
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The use of teleconverters is not recommended due to the optical performance of the
lens.
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When using the lens in the telephoto focal range, please be careful with the camera
shake. Effective way to avoid the camera shake is using an ISO setting of higher
numbers. Using a tripod or monopod is also effective.
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When set on AF mode, interfering with focusing ring may cause serious damage to the
lens mechanism.
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Certain camera models may indicate the maximum and minimum aperture values of
the lens appropriate numbers. This is inherent to the design of the camera and not an
indication of an error.
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When using a special filter such as a PL filter, use low profile filters. The thick rim of a
normal filter may cause vignetting.
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Avoid touching the glass element surface. Use a photographic lens cloth or blower to
remove dust from the lens element surface. When not using the lens, always place a
lens cap on it for protection.
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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.
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Use a silicon cloth to clean your lens barrel only.
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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 silica gel, and
change the agent occasionally. If you find mildew on your lens, consult an authorized
repair shop or nearby photo-graphic store.
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Do not touch the lens-camera interface contacts since dust, dirt and/or stains may
cause a contact failure between the lens and camera.
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When using your equipment [camera(s) and lens(es)] in an environment where the
temperature 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.
ENGLISH
NOMENCLATURE (Refer to Fig.
1
, if not specified)
SPECIFICATIONS
ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE LENS (Ref. Figs.
1
)
FOCUSING (Autofocus) (Ref. Figs.
1
,
2
&
3
)
FOCUSING (Manual Focus) (Ref. Figs.
1
,
2
&
4
)
ZOOMING (Ref. Fig.
2
)
PRECAUTIONS IN SHOOTING
TO ENSURE LONG-TERM SATISFACTION
LENS APERTURE AND AE MODE
LENS HOOD (Ref. Figs.
1
,
5
,
6
&
7
)
