
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.
폷Explains precautions that help to prevent problems.
폷Explains things you should know in addition to basic operations.
1Lens hood
2Hood attaching alignment mark
3Hood attaching indicator
4Filter ring
5Hood attaching bayonet ring
6Distance index
7Distance scale
8Focusing ring
9Zooming ring
0Focal length scale
-Zoom index mark
=Zoom lock switch (190D, A031, A061: Figs. 3& 4)
qLens mount/Lens mount contacts (Nikon)
wAF-MF switch (Canon Fig. 5& 6)
eLens attachment mark
rAE (minimum aperture) lock
tAperture scale
yAperture Index
uF-number index mark for long focal lengths (Nikon, Pentax)
iF-number scale for finder display (Nikon)
oAperture ring
pMacro selector switch
190D A031 A061 A17
Focal Length 24-135 mm 28-200 mm 28-300 mm 70-300 mm
Maximum Aperture F/3.5-5.6 F/3.8-5.6 F/3.5-6.3 F/4-5.6
Angle of View 84°4
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- 18°12
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75°23
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- 12°21
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75°23
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- 8°15
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34°21
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- 8°15
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Lens Construction 10/14 14/15 13/15 9/13
Minimum Focusing Distance 0.4 m (throughout 0.49 m (throughout 0.49 m (throughout 1.5 m (0.95m
the range) the range) the range) at Macro)
Maximum Magnification Ratio 1:3.3 (at 135mm) 1:4 (at 200mm) 1:2.9 (at 300mm) 1:3.9 (1:2 at Macro)
Filter Size ø72 mm 62 mm 62 mm 62 mm
Length 80.6 mm 75.2 mm 83.7 mm 116.5 mm
Diameter ø78.5 mm 71 mm 73 mm 76.6 mm
Weight 530 g 354 g 420 g 435 g
lens Hood D6FH AD06 AD06 DA17
폷Lengths and weights listed in lens specifications are for lenses with Nikon mounts.
폷Features and cosmetic designs of lenses listed in this owner’s manual may be revised
without notice.
쐽How to mount the lens
Removing the rear cap of the lens. Align the Lens attachment mark eon the lens barrel
with its counterpart on the camera mount and insert the lens.
Rotate the lens clockwise until it click-locks. For Nikon and Pentax models, align the lens
attachment mark on the camera and the zoom index -on the lens to attach the lens. For
Nikon models, align the lens attachment mark with the dot on the camera and rotate the
lens counter-clockwise until it click-locks.
쐽How 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.
폷For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.
Switch the focusing mode switch of the camera to Auto focusing mode (AF) in case of
Nikon, Sony or Pentax. In case of a Canon camera, switch the AF/MF switch won the
lens to AF. (Fig. 5). 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.
폷When set on AF mode, interfering with focusing ring 8may cause serious damage to
the lens mechanism.
폷For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.
Switch the focusing mode switch of the camera to manual focusing mode (MF) in case
of Nikon, Sony or Pentax. In case of a Canon camera, switch the AF/MF switch won
the lens to MF. (Fig. 6) Focus manually rotating the focusing ring while viewing
through the camera’s viewfinder. The main subject in the viewfinder will be sharp when
the lens is focused correctly.
폷
Even in the MF mode, turning focusing ring 8while pressing the shutter button halfway the
focus aid function lamp lights up when the picture is in focus.
폷At infinity, make sure the image in the viewfinder appears sharp. The infinity position on 190D, A031,
A061, A17 is made with certain allowances to insure proper focus under a variety of conditions.
폷For further details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.
Rotate zooming ring 9of the lens while viewing through the camera’s viewfinder and
compose your image at the chosen focal length.
Models A031, A061 and 190D are equipped with a zoom lock switch mechanisms which
prevent lens barrels from extendting toward long focal length by their own weight while
hanged from shoulders. Activated the switches at 28mm setting (24-mm position for Model
190D) to stop the lens barrels from rotating and extending.
쐽How to activate the zoom lock switch mechanism
1) Locking: Set the lens to the 28-mm position (24-mm position for Model 190D). Move
the switch =toward the camera, until the index lines align with each other. The lens
barrel is now locked in position and does not rotate or extend by its own weight.
2) Releasing: Push the switch away from your camera. The lens barrel is now free to
rotated and extend for zooming.
폷The zoom lock switch =can not be activated unless the lens is set to the 28-mm
position (24-mm position for Model 190D). Do not force the lock switch or try to rotate
the lens barrel while locked.
폷The lens can be used at 28-mm setting ( 24-mm position for Model 190D) for picture
taking even when locked by the switch.
폷The zoom lock mechanism is made to prevent the lens barrel from extending while
carried around on shoulder. When not locked the zoom lens may change its focal
length during a long exposure if while used in a low or high angle position.
쐽Setting 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.
폷For further details, please red the instruction manual of your camera.
쐽Setting lens f-numbers with Nikon & Pentax cameras
Photographing in a programmed-AE or a shotter-speed-priority-AE mode. Rotate the lens
aperture ring oto the minimum aperture setting position, in case of a Nikon camera, and
set on the "A" position in case of a Pentax camera.The aperture ring will be locked in
position automatically. When shooting in an aperture-priority-AE or manual-exposure
mode, release the lens aperture ring lock botton.
폷The lens aperture varies with zooming movement. Cameras read the difference lens
openings and automatically adjust the exposure properly.
폷For futher details, please read the instruction manual of your camera.
폷If your camera is a Nikon F401 or F50, you can set the aperture to any desired f-number,
leaving the aperture ring at the minimum opeening positon.
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 written below when
your camera is equipped with a built-in flash.
쐽Attaching the Lens Hood (Ref. Figs. 9& 0)
Align Hood attaching alignment mark 2on the hood with the corresponding index mark
5or the top of the index line of the distance scale) on the lens. Press the hood lightly
onto the hood attaching bayonet ring (Fig. 9) and then rotate it clockwise to secure (Fig.
9). The lens hood will be securely held as the mark “TAMRON 쑗” comes to the top (Fig.
0). When attaching the lens hood, hold the focusing and zoom control rings so that they
are not rotated unintentionally.
폷Pay 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.
쐽Stowing lens hood on the lens (Ref. Fig. -)
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. -)
폷When 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 5turns as the focusing ring 8
turns. Trying to attach the lens hood when the camera or lens is set in the AF mode
forces the focusing ring 8to turn and will damage the camera or lens.
쐽Attaching the Lens Hood (Ref. Figs. =& q)
1) For Nikon, Sony and Pentax cameras, set the camera to the MF mode. For Canon cameras,
set the AF-MF switch won the lens to the MF position.
2) Align Hood attaching alignment mark 2on the hood with the corresponding index
mark 5or the top of the index line of the distance scale) on the lens. Press the hood
lightly onto the hood attaching bayonet ring (Fig. =) and then rotate it clockwise to
secure (Fig. =). The lens hood will be securely held as the mark “TAMRON 쑗” comes
to the top (Fig. q). When attaching the lens hood, hold the focusing and zoom control
rings so that they are not rotated unintentionally.
쐽Detaching the lens hood
1) For Nikon, Sony and Pentax cameras, set the camera to the MF mode. For Canon
cameras, set the AF-MF switch won the lens to the MF position.
2) Secure the focusing ring 8from moving while turning the lens hood 1counter-clock
wise until the hood is released from the lens.
쐽Storing the lens hood (Ref. Fig. w)
The lens hood can be reverse-mounted for easy storage.
1) For Nikon, Sony and Pentax cameras, set the camera to the MF mode. For Canon
cameras, set the AF-MF switch wto the MF position.
2) Reverse the lens hood. Point the lens toward to opening, then align the hood 5on the
lens with the (TAMRON 쑗) alignment on the hood 3.
3) Turn the hood clockwise until it alignment mark (•) is at the top to set it. (Fig. w)
쐽Detaching the stored lens hood (Ref. Figs. eto t)
1) For Nikon, Sony and Pentax cameras, set the camera to the MF mode.For Canon cameras,
set the AF-MF switch wto the MF position.
2) Set the zoom index mark -at 300mm on the zooming ring 9.
3) Hold the extended portion of the focusing ring 8to secure from moving while turning
the hood 1counter-clock wise until the hood is released.
The Model A17 allows macro photography by operating the macro selector switch.
쐽SWITCHING TO MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY
First, turn the zoom ring to align the zoom between 180 and 300 mm. Next, slide the
macro selector switch pfrom the Normal to the Macro position. The lens is now
switched to the macro photography mode.
폷The macro selector switch pcannot be operated unless the zooming ring 9is
between 180 mm, and 300 mm. Always make sure to align the zoom ring between 180
mm and 300 mm before operating the macro selector switch.
폷When in the macro photography mode, the zoom ring can only be rotated over the
range of 180 mm to 300 mm.
폷When in the macro photography mode, the focus ring rotates continously from infinith
to the minimum focus distance of 0.95 m.
폷The maximum magnification ratio in the macro photography mode is 1:2 (f=300
mm, 0.95 m).
쐽CANCELLATION OF MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY
First check that the focusing ring 8is aligned to 1.5 m or farther (1.5 - ∞). Next, slide the
macro selector switch pfrom the Macro position to the Normal position. The macro
photography mode is now canceled.
폷The macro selector switch pcannot be operated unless the focusing ring 8is set to
a distance between 1.5 m abd infinity (∞). Always make sure to set the focus ring
between 1.5 m and infinity (∞) before operating the macro selecor switch.
폷The focus ring can only be turned between infinity (∞) and 1.5 m when the macro
selector switch is set to the Normal position (when macro photography canceied). It
cannot be turned to a distance closer than 1.5 m.
폷The 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, even
when the autofocus accuracy is within specifi-cations, the focal point may be a little
forward or behind the optimum point when shooting with auto focus under some
conditions.
폷The Tamron lenses described here 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.
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 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.
폷When using a special filter suen as a PL filter on the 190D use low profile filters. The thick
rim of a normal filter may cause vignetting.
폷When set on AF mode, interfering with focusing ring may cause serious damage to the
lens mechanism.
폷Certain camera models may indicate the maximum and minimum aperture values of the
lens inapproximate numbers. This is inherent to the design of the camera and not an
indication of an error.
폷Please be aware that there is no infrared index line on any models listed on this owner's
manual, and therefore, practically, no black-and- white infrared film can be used with
these lenses.
폷Avoid 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.
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.
폷Use a silicon cloth to clean your lens barrel only.
폷Mildew 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
photo-graphic store.
폷Do not touch the lens-camera interface contacts since dust, dirt and/or stains may cause a
contact failure between the lens and camera.
폷When 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 (190D, A031, A061, A17)
FOCUSING (Autofocus) (Ref. Figs. 1& 2) (190D, A031, A061, A17)
ZOOMING (Ref. Fig.
1
& 2) (190D, A031, A061, A17)
MACRO SWITCHOVER MECHANISM (Ref. Figs. 1, yto o) (A17)
PRECAUTIONS IN SHOOTING
TO ENSURE LONG-TERM SATISFACTION
ZOOM LOCK SWITCH (Ref. Figs. 3& 4) (190D, A031, A061)
LENS APERTURE AND AE MODE (Ref. Figs. 1, 7& 8) (190D, A031, A061, A17)
LENS HOOD (Ref. Figs. 1, 9to -) (190D, A031,A061)
LENS HOOD (Ref. Figs. 1, =to t) (A17)
FOCUSING (Manual Focus) (Ref. Figs. 1, 2& 6) (190D, A031, A061, A17)