TTARTISAN 100mm F2.8 2X Macro

TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 2X Macro Full Frame Lens Instruction Manual

For E-Mount Mirrorless Cameras

1. Nhanganyaya

This manual provides detailed instructions for the proper use and care of your TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 2X Macro Full Frame Lens. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the lens to ensure optimal performance and longevity. This lens is designed for E-Mount mirrorless cameras, offering exceptional macro capabilities with 2X magnification.

2. Chigadzirwa Pamusoroview uye Zvikamu

The TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 2X Macro lens is a precision optical instrument. Familiarize yourself with its components and included accessories.

TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 2X Macro Lens and accessories
Mufananidzo 2.1: The TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 2X Macro Lens shown with its packaging, front lens cap, rear lens cap, and cold shoe mount bracket. The lens features a black anodized aluminum body with engraved markings for aperture and focus distance.

2.1 Chii chiri muBhokisi

  • Lens muviri
  • Cold Shoe Mount Bracket
  • Front lens cap
  • Rear lens cap

3. Kugarisana

This lens is specifically designed for Sony E-Mount mirrorless cameras. Ensure your camera model is listed below for proper functionality.

Sony E-mount compatibility list
Mufananidzo 3.1: Image displaying compatible Sony E-mount camera models.

3.1 Compatible Sony E-Mount Cameras

  • A5000, A5100, A6000, A6100, A6300, A6400, A6500, A6600, A6700
  • NEX-3, NEX-3N, NEX-5C, NEX-3R, NEX-5T, NEX-5R, NEX-5, NEX-5N, NEX-7, NEX-6, NEX-C3, NEX-F3
  • ZVE-10, ZVE-10II, FX30, ZV-E1
  • A7, A7II, A7III, A7IV, A7R, A7RII, A7RIII, A7RIV, A7RV, A7S, A7SII, A7SIII, A7C, A9, A9II, A1, A9III, A1II, A7C2, A7CR

4. Setup

4.1 Kubatanidza Lenzi kuKamera Yako

  1. Ita shuwa kuti kamera yako yakadzimwa.
  2. Remove the rear lens cap from the TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 2X Macro lens and the body cap from your camera.
  3. Align the mounting index (usually a white dot) on the lens with the corresponding index on your camera body.
  4. Isa lenzi muchibatiso chekamera woitenderedza newachi kusvika yadzvanya panzvimbo yayo. Usamanikidza lenzi.
  5. Remove the front lens cap. Your lens is now ready for use.

4.2 Attaching the Cold Shoe Mount Bracket

The lens features four screw holes on its front barrel for attaching accessories like the included cold shoe mount bracket or an LED light.

Cold Shoe Mount Bracket
Mufananidzo 4.1: The cold shoe mount bracket, designed to attach to the front of the lens for additional accessories.
  1. Identify the four screw holes on the front of the lens barrel.
  2. Align the cold shoe mount bracket with these holes.
  3. Chengetedza bracket uchishandisa screws dzakapihwa.
  4. You can now attach compatible accessories such as ring lights or external microphones to the cold shoe.

5. Kushandisa Lenzi

This is a manual focus lens. All adjustments for focus and aperture are made directly on the lens barrel.

5.1 Manual Focus

Rotate the focus ring to adjust the focus. For macro photography, precise focusing is critical. Utilize your camera's focus peaking or magnification assist features for accurate focus.

Close-up of lens focus and aperture rings
Mufananidzo 5.1: Detail of the lens showing the focus distance scale and the clicked aperture ring.

5.2 Aperture Control

The lens features a clicked aperture ring. Rotate the aperture ring to select your desired f-stop (from F2.8 to F22). The 12-blade aperture system contributes to smooth bokeh.

5.3 2X Macro Magnification

This lens offers a true 2X life-size reproduction ratio, allowing for extreme close-up photography. The minimum focusing distance is 0.25m (9.8 inches).

Extreme close-up of a spider's eyes
Mufananidzo 5.2: Anove example of high-resolution macro photography, showcasing the detail captured by the lens at 2X magnification.

6. Optical Design and Performance

The lens incorporates a sophisticated optical structure to deliver high image quality.

6.1 Optical Elements

The optical design consists of 14 elements in 10 groups, including 6 high-refractive elements. This configuration minimizes chromatic aberration and ensures sharpness across the frame.

Optical design diagram of the lens
Mufananidzo 6.1: Diagram illustrating the internal optical structure of the TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 Macro lens, highlighting the high-refractive elements.

6.2 MTF Chati

The Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) chart provides an objective measure of lens performance, indicating sharpness and contrast.

MTF chart for the TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 Macro lens
Mufananidzo 6.2: MTF chart showing the lens's resolution and contrast performance at various apertures.

7. Kuchengeta

7.1 Kuchenesa Lenzi

  • Shandisa jira rakapfava, risina lint kana bhurasho re lens kuti ubvise huruva kubva panzvimbo yelens.
  • Kana paine tsvina yakaoma, isa mvura shoma yekuchenesa lenzi pajira re microfiber wopukuta lenzi zvinyoro nyoro uchitenderera.
  • Dzivisa kubata zvinhu zvegirazi zvakananga neminwe yako.

7.2 Kuchengeta

  • Gara uchibatanidza zvivharo zvelenzi yekumberi neyekumashure kana lenzi isiri kushandiswa.
  • Chengetedza lens munzvimbo inotonhorera, yakaoma, kure nechiedza chezuva uye tembiricha yakanyanyisa.
  • Kana ukachengeta kwenguva yakareba, funga nezvekushandisa mushonga unobvisa hunyoro kudzivirira kukura kwefungus.

7.3 Kutarisira Kwese

  • Avoid exposing the lens to water or excessive moisture.
  • Do not drop or subject the lens to strong impacts.
  • Do not attempt to disassemble the lens, as this will void the warranty and may cause damage.

8. Kugadzirisa matambudziko

8.1 Mufananidzo hauna kujeka/hauchanyatsooneki

  • Ensure the focus ring is properly adjusted for your subject distance.
  • Utilize your camera's focus peaking or magnification assist for critical focus, especially in macro photography.
  • Tarisa kuti lenzi yacho yakanyatsoiswa mumuviri wekamera.

8.2 Dark corners (Vignetting)

Slight vignetting may be observed at certain magnification ratios, particularly at 2:1. This effect typically diminishes or disappears at a 1:1 ratio.

Comparison of vignetting at 2:1 and 1:1 magnification
Mufananidzo 8.1: Example images demonstrating vignetting at 2:1 magnification and its absence at 1:1 magnification.

8.3 Lens not recognized by camera

  • Ensure the lens is correctly and securely attached to the camera mount.
  • As this is a manual lens, some camera functions (like EXIF data for aperture) may not be available. This is normal.
  • Check your camera's settings to ensure 'Release without lens' or similar option is enabled if you encounter issues with the shutter not firing.

9. Zvinotsanangurwa

FeatureTsanangudzo
Focal Length100mm
Maximum ApertureF2.8
Minimum ApertureF22
Lens MountSony E-Mount
Format KuenderanaFull Frame
Chiyero chekuwedzera2X
Minimum Focusing Distance0.25m (9.8 inches)
Optical Design14 Elements in 10 Groups (including 6 high-refractive elements)
Diaphragm Blades12
Sefa SaiziNot specified (typically 67mm based on product images)
Dimensions (Approx.)3.9 x 2.6 x 2.6 inches (100mm x 66mm x 66mm)
Huremu (approx.)2.68 makirogiramu (1.22 kg)
MaterialAerospace-grade Aluminum (All-Metal Lens Body)
Lens dimensions for various camera mounts
Mufananidzo 9.1: Diagram showing the approximate dimensions of the TTArtisan 100mm F2.8 Macro lens across different camera mounts, including E-mount.

10. Warranty uye Tsigiro

10.1 Ruzivo rweWaranti

TTArtisan products typically come with a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims. For specific warranty terms and conditions, refer to the official TTArtisan websaiti kana kubata rutsigiro rwevatengi.

10.2 Mutengi Tsigiro

For technical assistance, troubleshooting, or service inquiries, please visit the official TTArtisan website or contact their customer support team. You can often find contact information on the product packaging or the brand's official online store.

Official TTArtisan Store: TTArtisan Amazon Store

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