VC MECHANISM (Ref. Fig. 1, 7 & 8) (Mounted for Nikon and Canon models) VC (Vibration Compensation) is a mechanism that reduces the image blur caused by hand-held shooting. When using the VC, pictures can be taken at shutter speeds up to a maximum of 4 stops slower than the speed when the VC is not used.

*Based on the company’s standard measurement. Also, the correction of image blur differs depending on the conditions during picture taking and the person using the camera.

* How to use VC mechanism

VC can be used in AF or MF mode.

1. Set the VC switch (12) on.

*When VC is not used, set switch off.

2.Press the shutter button halfway to verify the effect of the VC. When the shutter button is pressed halfway, it takes about 1 second for the VC to provide a stable image.

With the VC mechanism, there are no occasions when the image in the viewfinder blurs after the shutter button is pressed down halfway.

*The VC can be effective for hand-held shots under the following conditions: -Dimly lit locations

-Scenes where flash photography is forbidden -Situations where footing is uncertain -Taking continuous shots of moving subjects

*The VC may not be able to give full effect in the following cases:

-When a photograph is taken from a fast moving vehicle -Shooting during the excessive movement of the camera

-Turn the VC switch OFF when taking pictures with the bulb setting or during long exposures. If the VC switch is ON, the VC mechanism may introduce errors.

•With the VC mechanism, there are occasions that the image in the viewfinder blurs right after the shutter button is pressed down halfway, but this is not a malfunction.

•When the VC is ON, the number of images recordable is reduced due to the power used from the camera.

•When the VC is ON, immediately after the shutter button is pushed halfway down and approximately 2 seconds after a finger releases the shutter button, the camera will “click”. This sound is the VC’s locking mechanism activating, not malfunctioning.

•Turn the VC switch OFF when using a tripod.

•After releasing the shutter button, the VC will continue to operate for about 2 seconds until the locking mechanism activates.

•When the lens is removed from the camera while VC is activating, the lens may make clicking sound when the lens is subjected to jolt. This is not a malfunction. Re-attach the lens to the camera and turn the power ON. The sound should stop.

•The VC activates while the “release” button is pushed halfway down. (It is activated 2 seconds after the shutter button is released.)

•VC can be used in AF or MF mode.

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Tamron AFB008S700, AFB008N700, AFB008C700 owner manual How to use VC mechanism
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AFB008N700, AFB008S700, AFB008C700 specifications

The Tamron AFB008C700, AFB008S700, and AFB008N700 lenses represent an evolution in optical technology, providing photographers with remarkable versatility and high-quality performance. Designed for varying camera systems, these lenses cater to Canon, Sony, and Nikon mounts, respectively, and offer a powerful solution for a variety of shooting situations.

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