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1. SIGMA CANON SIGMA AF CANON AF NIKON AF 2 PENTAX AF SONY AF 3 CCS MACRO 020 065 j dhi YAAA APUNE UEU AEA UA AASS any Lo h AWM i TTT ENGLISH Thank you very much for purchasing a Sigma Lens In order to get the maximum performance and enjoyment out of your Sigma lens please read this instruction booklet thoroughly before you start to use the lens DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS fig 1 Filter Attachment Thread Focus Mode Switch Focus Ring SIGMA SA CANON AF NIKON AF Distance Scale Mount Focus Index Line Lens Hood Zoom Ring Zoom Lock Switch DC LENS These are special lenses that are designated for digital cameras because the lens image circle is designated to correspond to the size of the image sensors of most digital SLR cameras The specialized design gives these lenses the ideal properties for digital cameras An image sensor element larger than those corresponding to APS C cannot be used in digital cameras or 35mm SLR cameras If such an element is used vignetting will occur on the picture surface If you use SD14 SD10 SD9 digital cameras correspond2. the zoom lock switch to the LOCK position fig 3 MAGNIFICATION The indication of the lens as 1 xx on a focusing distance scale represent the magnification commonly called the reproduction ratio For example when you are in focus at the 1 2 3 position on the scale a subject with an actual size of 2 3cm will have an image size of 1cm on the firm fig 4 LENS HOOD A bayonet type detachable hood is provided with the lens This lens hood helps to prevent flare and ghosted images caused by bright illumination from outside the picture area Attach the hood and turn clockwise until it stops rotation fig 5 When taking photographs using the built in flash it is advisable to remove the lens hood so as to avoid cutting off any of the flash output which could cause a shadow in the picture In order to place the lens and hood into the storage case you must first remove the hood then replace it on the lens in the reverse position fig 6 FILTER Only one filter should be used at the time Two or more filters and or special thicker filters like a polarizing filter may cause vignetting When using a polarizing filter with AF camera use the circular type BASIC CARE AND STORAGE Avoid any shocks or exposure to extreme high or low temperatures or to humidity For extended storage choose a cool and dry place preferably with good ventilation To avoid damage to the lens coating keep away from mothballs
3. ing angle of view will be 29 119mm ATTACHING TO CAMERA BODY When this lens is attached to the camera body it will automatically function in the same way as your normal lens Please refer to the instruction booklet for your camera body On the lens mount surface there are a number of couplers and electrical contacts Please keep them clean to ensure proper connection To avoid damaging the lens be especially sure to place the lens with its front end down while changing the lens Many accessories such as rear mounted teleconverters extension tubes etc are specially made for designated lenses Before you purchase such accessories please check your Sigma lens to determine that it is compatible and that the accessories will function properly with it SETTING THE EXPOSURE MODE The sigma lens functions automatically after mounting to your camera Please refer to the camera instruction book FOCUSING AND ZOOMING SIGMA AF and CANON AF For autofocus operation set the focus mode switch on the lens to the AF position fig 2 If you wish to focus manually set the focus mode switch on the lens to the M position You can adjust the focus by turning the focus ring NIKON AF For autofocus operation set the camera to AF mode and set the focus mode switch on the lens to the AF position fig 2 If you wish to focus manually set the focus mode switch on the lens to the M position You can adjust the focus by tur
4. ning the focus ring SONY AF and PENTAX AF For autofocus operation set the camera s focus mode to AF If you wish to focus manually set the camera s focus mode to M and adjust the focus by turning the focus ring Please refer to camera s instruction manual for details on changing the camera s focusing mode The viewfinder of some Nikon AF cameras have indicators to display the focus status The e symbol indicates that correct focus has been set gt indicates that focus is set in front of the subject and lt 4 indicates that focus is set behind the subject When this AF lens is used with Nikon AF cameras in MF mode please adjust the lens focus until the e symbol is visible To avoid damaging AF mechanism please do not turn the focus ring manually while in the autofocus mode When operating this lens in manual focus mode it is recommended that correct focus be confirmed visually in the viewfinder rather than relying on the distance scale This is due to possible focus shift resulting from extreme changes in temperature which cause various components in the lens to expand and contact Special allowance is made for this at the infinity setting Zooming Rotate the Rubber grip on the zoom ring to the desired position Zoom Lock Switch This lens is also equipped with Zoom Lock Switch to eliminate the zoom creep when the lens is tilted down Please set zooming ring to 17mm and set
5. or naphthalene gas Do not use thinner benzine or other organic cleaning agents to remove dirt or finger prints from the lens elements Clean by using a soft moistened lens cloth or lens issue This lens is not waterproof When you use the lens in the rain or near water keep it rom getting wet It is often impractical to repair the internal mechanism lens elements and electric components damaged by water Sudden temperature changes may cause condensation or fog to appear on the surface of the lens When entering a warm room from the cold outdoors it is advisable to keep he lens in the case until the temperature of the lens approaches room temperature TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Lens construction 12 15 Angle of View 72 4 20 2 Minimum Aperture 22 Minimum Focusing Distance 0 2m 0 65 ft Magnification 1 2 3 Filter Size 72mm Dimensions Dia xLength 79 82 5mm 3 11 3 25 in Weight 455g 14 6 oz Dimensions and weight include the SIGMA mount The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community EC SIGMA Deutschland GmbH Carl Zeiss Str 10 2 D 63322 R dermark F R GERMANY Verkauf 01805 90 90 85 0 Service 01805 90 90 85 85 Fax 01805 90 90 85 35
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