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Features
Specifications
Features
Overview: The Tamron SP AF
200-500mm F/5.0-6.3 Di LD Aspherical (IF) Model number A08E is an accessory
lens designed for use with Konica Minolta film and Sony digital SLR cameras. It
has the standard Minolta and Sony SAL-mount.
Di: Tamron Di (Digitally
integrated) lenses are
designed to fit 35mm film cameras and digital SLR cameras with full size and APS-C size image sensors.
Zoom: When used on a digital
SLR camera body with an APS-C size image sensor, the zoom yields
approximately the 35mm equivalent of a 310-760mm zoom range.
Optical Features: This lens has
the following optical features:
- Super Performance (SP): Tamron's
Super Performance (SP) series lens features high design specification for
high performance. The SP lens features impressive and innovative designs
free from cost restraints.
- Low Dispersion Glass (LD):
Low Dispersion (LD) glass elements reduce the effect of chromatic
aberration, a form of optical noise, and increases image sharpness
- Internal Focusing (IF): Tamron's Internal Focusing System enhances lens maneuverability and reduces
the Minimum Focus Distance (MFD) throughout its entire focal length
- Optical System (OS): The
lens features an optical system balanced at a remarkably high level to allow
high resolution while achieving high contrast even in the low frequency
range which provides outstanding images that are uniform and sharp over the
entire image field.
Lightweight Design: This
powerful telephoto zoom lens weighs a mere 43.6 ounces through the use of
engineering plastic materials for parts that compose the main barrel which
provide strength sufficient for industrial applications and offer dimensional
stability.
Focus Modes: The lens can be
used in either Automatic or Manual Focus modes. When you switch the camera to
manual focus, you can focus on your subject by rotating the focus ring on the
lens.
Manual Zoom: You can manually
zoom in or out by rotating the zooming ring of the lens while viewing your
subject through the camera's viewfinder and compose your image at the chosen
focal length.
Zoom Lock: This lens is
equipped with a zoom lock switch to fix the lens in the widest position
(shortest barrel length). This prevents the lens barrel from extending
while the camera is hanging around your neck. It can also prevent the lens from
changing focal length during a long exposure when the camera is at a severe
angle.
Lens Hood: A bayonet-type lens
hood is provided with the lens. The lens hood prevents stray light from entering
the lens, which can be harmful to the picture. When not in use, the lens hood
can be inverted and stored on the lens. The lens hood adds approximately 5.875"
length to the lens.
Note: Using the camera's built-in flash with the lens
hood in place can cause shadows to appear on the image.
Filter Effect Control: The
Filter Effect Control adapter is designed to attach and rotate an optional
filter on the lens while still using the lens's supplied hood. This
enables you to perform simultaneously adjustments to an attached filter such as
a Polarization filter and the supplied hood. You can confirm the polarizing
effect through the viewfinder of your camera, all while using the hood to
prevent harmful light from entering the lens.
Tripod Mount: The Tamron lens
features an adjustable tripod mount that is detachable in one touch and is made
of magnesium alloy which is light-weight yet high durable, resulting in enhanced
balance and ease of use in hand-held shooting. The tripod mount allows you to
adjust the vertical and horizontal position of your camera when the lens is
attached to your camera and connected to a tripod.
Carrying Bag: The lens comes
with its own soft nylon, zippered carrying case that features a removable and
adjustable nylon shoulder strap.
Specifications
- Focal Length: 200-500mm
- Maximum Aperture: F/5.0 (wide)-F/6.3 (telephoto)
- Angle of View: 12° -
5°
- Lens Construction: 10
groups/13 elements
- Minimum Focusing Distance:
8.2' (2.5 meters)
- Max Magnification Ratio: 1:5:0
at 500mm
- Filter Size: 86mm
- Length:
- Wide: 9.948"
- Telephoto: 13.6876"
- Wide With Hood: 15.625"
- Telephoto With Hood:
19.25"
- With lens caps: 10.469"
(for storage)
- Diameter: 3.738"
- Weight: 43.6 ounces
