User manual SIGMA APO 50–500MM F4.5–6.3 DG OS HSM

[. . . ] 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. (HSM AF 2 AF AF AF M 2 AF AF M Please refer to camera’s instruction manual for details on changing the camera’s focusing mode. For Nikon, Pentax and Sony mounts, it is only possible to use AF with camera bodies which support motors driven by ultrasonic waves such as HSM. [. . . ] Press the shutter button halfway down, confirm the image in the viewfinder is stable then take the picture. (It takes approximately 1 second to produce a stable image, after pressing the shutter button halfway). Mode 2, detects the vertical camera shake, and overcomes blurring. It is effective on subjects moving horizontal to the camera. The blurring compensation function of Optical Stabilizer is effective for hand-held shooting. In the following conditions, Optical Stabilizer may not function properly. Shots from the a moving vehicle If there is a considerable camera motion or shake. Please do not use Optical Stabilizer in the following situations. If you are not using Optical Stabilizer, please turn OFF the OS switch, in order to prevent consumption of a battery. Be sure to turn of OS switch to OFF position, before attaching or detaching the lens to the camera. The Optical Stabilizer continues to operate after you release your finger from the shutter button, as long as the exposure meter displays the exposure value. For best results, please only use an external flash unit. ABOUT TELE CONVERTERS AF DG AF The lens can be used with Sigma’s 1. 3-8 telephoto zoom lens or a 240-800mm F9-11 telephoto zoom lens respectively both can be used in manual focus only . Do not use other manufacturers’ teleconverter’s, only those listed above are compatible. The Pentax mount Tele Converter is not compatible with this particular lens. We recommend the DG APO Tele-Converters when using with DSLR cameras. It is possible to use auto focus in Live View if the camera is in “contrast detect” AF mode. 10) LENS HOOD A bayonet type detachable `hood is provided with the lens. this lens hood helps to prevent flare and ghosted images caused by extraneous light. Attach the hood and turn clockwise until it stops rotating. 9) 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. [. . . ] 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 the lens in the case until the temperature of the lens approaches room temperature. 1) Dimensions and weight include the SIGMA mount. [. . . ]