TAMRON A065 70 180mm Telephoto Zoom Lenses Owner’s Manual

TAMRON A065 70 180mm Telephoto Zoom Lenses

Specifications:

• Model: A065
• Compatibility: Sony E-mount
• Focal Length: 70-180mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Image Stabilization: VC (Vibration Compensation)
• Weight: 855g
• USB Type-C interface: HA065

Product Usage Instructions

Focusing:

To focus your shot, follow these steps:

1. Turn on your camera and lens.
2. Use the focus ring on the lens to adjust the focus manually or let the camera autofocus do the work for you.
3. Check the image on your camera’s screen or viewfinder to ensure the desired focus is achieved.

Zooming:

To zoom in or out, follow these steps:

1. Locate the zoom ring on the lens.
2. Rotate the zoom ring clockwise to zoom in or counterclockwise to zoom out.
3. Check the image on your camera’s screen or viewfinder to ensure the desired zoom level is achieved.

Installing and Removing the Lens:

To install or remove the lens, follow these steps:

1. Ensure your camera is turned off.
2. Align the lens’s mounting index with the camera’s mounting index.
3. Gently insert the lens into the camera’s lens mount and rotate it clockwise until it locks into place.
4. To remove the lens, press the lens release button on the camera and rotate the lens counterclockwise until it detaches.

Switching Focus Mode:

To switch between autofocus and manual focus mode, follow these steps:

1. Locate the focus mode switch on the lens.
2. Slide the switch to the desired mode: AF for autofocus or MF for manual focus.

Using VC (Vibration Compensation):

The VC feature helps minimize camera shake and blur in your images. To use VC, follow these steps:

1. Locate the VC switch on the lens.
2. Slide the switch to the ON position to activate VC.
3. Keep the lens stable while capturing your shot to maximize the effectiveness of VC.
4. To turn off VC, slide the switch to the OFF position.

Zoom Lock:

The zoom lock feature allows you to lock the zoom position to prevent unintentional zoom changes. Follow these steps to adjust or release the zoom lock:

1. Locate the zoom lock switch on the lens.
2. To adjust the zoom lock, slide the switch to the lock position (refer to Fig. 2).
3. To release the zoom lock, slide the switch to the unlock position (refer to Fig. 3).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

• Q: What is the weight of the A065 lens?
  A: The A065 lens weighs 855g.

• Q: Does the A065 lens have image stabilization?
  A: Yes, the A065 lens is equipped with Vibration Compensation (VC) for image stabilization.

• Q: What type of interface does the lens have?
  A: The lens has a USB Type-C interface, denoted as HA065.

Thank you for purchasing this Tamron lens. Before using the new lens, read this User Guide carefully to ensure that you familiarize yourself with it. Furthermore, it is important to read the manual for the camera on which you are going to install the lens.
After reading, keep this User Guide in a safe place.
Read the “Precautions for Safe Use of Tamron Lenses” document provided with the lens for detailed precautions safety guidelines to follow when using Tamron objectives.

PART NAMES

• Lens hood
• Alignment mark for hood mounting
• Sunshade lock mark
• Filter ring
• Hood release mark
• Focusing ring
• Zoom ring
• Focal length ring
• Focal length mark
• Focus adjustment button
• Zoom lock switch
• Custom switch
• Connection port
• The brand for lens mounting
• Lens-camera interface contactsExplanations about some precautions that must be taken to prevent problems.
• Explanations on some things you should know beyond basic operations.

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

• Model A065
• Focal length 70 – 180mm
• Maximum aperture F/2.8
• Viewing angle (diagonal) 34°21′ – 13°42′
• 15/20 optical construction
• Minimum focusing distance 0.3 m (Wide-angle lens) / 0.85 m (Telescopic lens)
• Maximum amplification ratio 1:2.6 (Minimum focusing distance when using wide-angle lens)
• 1:4.7 (Minimum focusing distance when using the telescopic lens)
• Filter size ø 67 mm
• Length 156.5mm
• Maximum diameter ø 83 mm
• Weight 855 g
• HA065 Lens Hood
• USB Type-C connector type

1. Length: from the front edge of the lens to the mounting surface.
2. Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc., are subject to change without notice.

INSTALL AND REMOVE THE LENS

Remove the rear lens cap. Align the lens mounting mark ⑭ and the mounting mark on the camera, then insert the lens.
Rotate the lens clockwise until it locks.
To remove the lens, rotate the lens in the opposite direction while pressing the lens release button on the camera.

• Turn off the camera’s power before attaching or removing the lens.
• For more information, read the camera’s instruction manual.

SWITCHING FOCUSING MODE
Select the desired focus mode on the camera.
For manual focusing, turn the focusing ring ⑥ to achieve the desired focus.
For more information, read the camera’s instruction manual.

• In AF mode, autofocus operation may be difficult depending on the subject.

VIBRATION COMPENSATION

The VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism reduces image blur caused by manual shooting.

How to use VC

To activate VC, set the camera stabilization function to “ON”. If VC is not required, set the stabilization to “OFF”.
Press the shutter button halfway and confirm that the viewfinder image is stable before taking a photo.

• VC is efficient under the following conditions
  • Places with poor lighting
  • Places where photography with flash is prohibited
  • Places where the tripod cannot be used
• VC may not perform well enough under the following conditions
  • When a photo is taken from a vehicle with high vibration
  • Shooting during excessive camera movement
  • When shooting using a tripod
  • Disable the camera’s stabilization setting when taking photos with the long exposure setting. Otherwise, the VC may cause a malfunction.
  • The image in the viewfinder may be immediately blurred after the shutter button is pressed halfway. This is due to the VC principles and not to a fault.
  • When using VC, the total number of recordable images is reduced due to the camera’s power consumption.
  • Disable vibration compensation in camera settings when shooting while the camera is stationary by something other than your hand (like a tripod).
  • You may hear noise caused by the lens when the camera is turned off or when the lens is removed from the camera. This is not a malfunction.
  • For more information, read the camera’s instruction manual.

FOCUS ADJUSTMENT KNOB (See Fig. 1)

• Press the focus adjustment button ⑩ to use the function assigned on the camera.
• See your camera manual for more information.

CONNECTION PORT (See Fig. 1)

Lenses with connection port ⑬ can be connected to a computer using the TAMRON connection cable (sold separately). Then, using the “TAMRON Lens Utility TM” application, you can update the firmware and register functions on the switch personalized ⑫.
For more information, see the help information for the “TAMRON Lens Utility” application, available online using the link below. https://www.tamron.com/jp/consumer/support/help/lensutility/en/

• Do not use the TAMRON connecting cable (sold separately) for any purpose other than connecting the TAMRON lens, equipped with a connection port to a computer.
• Tamron will not be responsible for any loss or damage to data in the course of using the connecting cable TAMRON (sold separately).

CUSTOM SWITCH (See Fig. 1)
Using the custom switch ⑫, you can change the functions registered to the lens with the “TAMRON Lens Utility” app.

ZOOM (See Fig. 1)
Rotate the zoom ring ⑦ to adjust the focal length (zoom position) to the desired position.

ZOOM LOCK (See Figs. 1, 2, 3)
You can lock the zoom ring ⑦ at a focal length of 70 mm to prevent rotation.

Adjust zoom lock (See Fig. 2)

• Align 70 mm on the focal length scale ⑧ with the focal length mark ⑨.
• Set the zoom lock switch ⑪ toward the camera.
• Release the zoom lock (See Fig. 3)
• Set the zoom lock switch ⑪ toward the subject.
• To zoom, release the zoom and then turn the zoom ring ⑦.

LENS HOOD

The sunshade ① can eliminate unwanted light rays that may affect photography.

• Use the lens hood (See Fig. 4)
• Align the hood mounting alignment mark ② on the lens hood with the hood release mark ⑤ on the lens.
• Turn the sun visor ① in the direction of the arrow until the sun visor lock mark ③ is aligned with the sun visor release mark ⑤.
• Keep the lens hood (See Fig. 5)
• Install the sun visor ① upside down and turn until it locks.
• Please note that the periphery of the photographed image may be darkened if the sunshade ① is not mounted correctly

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

• An internal focusing (IF) system is used to reduce the minimum focusing distance. The viewing angle can be wider than the lens angle with other focusing systems when shooting at a distance closer to infinity.
• The lens hood or lens barrel may block flash light. It is recommended that a prior firing of experimentation.
• Differences in camera displays may result in values ​​differing from the maximum aperture and minimum in specifications. This does not represent an error.
• Do not touch the lens-camera interface contacts ⑮ with your fingers. Otherwise, it may cause a malfunction.
• If the temperature changes suddenly, condensation may form and cause malfunctions.
• The front lens is covered with a smudge-proof coating. After removing the dust on the lens surface with a blower or other means, clean with a dry cloth.
• Never use benzene, thinner or other organic solvents to clean the lens.
• Store the lens in a clean, well-ventilated place.
• For more information about lens cleaning and storage, camera compatibility, and other information about assistance, see our website. https://www.tamron.com/global/consumer/support/

Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment in households

• Equipment Disposal used electrical and electronic equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection)
• This symbol indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste.
• Instead, it must be collected separately for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
• If new products are purchased, this product can be handed over to the distributor or waste collection system. used electrical and electronic equipment.
• By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help to avoid potential negative consequences for the environment and health. that could be caused by incorrect handling of residues of this product or components of this product.
• If this product is disposed of illegally, sanctions may result. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, contact your local civic office, household waste disposal service or the store where you purchased the product.

Precautions for safe use of objectives Tamron

• For safe use, be sure to read the “Precautions for safe use of lenses
• Tamron” and the manual before using the product.
• After reading, store them in a place where they can be easily accessed whenever necessary.
• The precautionary instructions are divided into the following two categories according to the level of danger involved.

This indicates instructions that if not followed or performed incorrectly can result in death or injury serious.

• Do not look at or take photographs of the sun or other strong light source using this lens or a camera on which this lens is installed. Otherwise, it may cause loss of vision, damage to the lens or camera, or fire.
• Do not disassemble, repair or modify the lens. This may damage the lens or camera.
• Keep the lens out of the reach of children. There is a risk of injury if the lens falls.

This indicates instructions that if ignored or carried out incorrectly may result in bodily injury or damage materials

• Do not place the lens in direct sunlight or leave it in an extremely hot place, such as interior of a car. Otherwise, it may damage the internal parts of the lens or cause a fire.

• Always install the lens cap whenever the lens is not used.

• When installing the lens on the camera, make sure that the lens is securely installed on the camera and securely fixed.
  If the lens is not properly installed, it may be difficult to remove or may fall out causing damage or injuries.

• Do not use this lens for anything other than photography.

• Do not carry the lens while it is attached to a tripod.

• For the lens equipped with a connection port

  • Place the lens in a stable place when customizing the lens via the dedicated app (TAMRON Lens UtilityTM). Make sure the lens does not fall or suffer impacts.
  • When connecting the lens to a computer, use a Tamron connection cable (sold separately).
  • Do not touch the connection port with your fingers or a metal object. Also, avoid sticking dust and water in the connection port. If the gateway is dirty, it may cause problems binding.

• Tamron will not be responsible for damages caused by a failure, fire or other accidents that may occur when using an accessory other than Tamron accessories. Please note that, in case damage, you will be charged for repairing the Tamron lens as it is not covered by the warranty.

Model : A065
70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2

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• The symbol corresponds to the EC standard.
• The marking is a marking in accordance with the EEC (CE) directive.
• The brand is a conformity mark according to the European Community (CE) directive.
• This article confirms the directive of the European Community (EEC).

The EEC Conformity Report applies to the Council Directive 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU and is used by Tamron Co., Ltd., manufacturer of this product.

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