35mm High Speed Aspherical Lens
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VIV-35MM-S
WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED
STEP 1. Package the product and relevant accessories carefully, using ample padding materials and a sturdy
mailing container to prevent damage in transit.
STEP 2. Include in package:
a) Evidence of date and place of original purchase (for example, a copy of your sales receipt).
b) Detailed description of your problem.
c) When possible, a sample evidencing the problem.
STEP 3. Return item (insured) to: (in the U.S.):
Vivitar
(in the U.K.)
Sakar UK
Attn: Technical Support
195 Carter Drive
Edison NJ 08817
2D Siskin Parkway East
CV3 4PE, UK
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When service is complete, the product will be returned to you shipping prepaid. In the event the product is
deemed to be not faulty or the defect is a result in wear and tear, Vivitar may levy a handling charge for the
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
support team members will answer your questions. For phone support in the US please call 1-800-592-9541, in the
UK call 0800 917 4831. If you would like to call from anywhere else, please visit www.vivitar.com for your local toll
free number.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the VIV-35MM-S High Speed Aspherical Lens. This lens will provide you with
many unique and exciting photo taking opportunities which we hope you will enjoy.
Features of Your Lens:
-A floating design that will provide you with sharp images for both long shots and close up shots
-A single glass aspherical lens which can give you crisp looking shots even at periphery angles.
-Two high refraction lenses made of premium optical glass.
-An ultra-multi-coating (UMC) design that suppresses ghosting and delivers clear images.
-Eight aperture stops, enabling effective out-focusing
-Can be used with Sony film and digital SLR cameras
Your 35mm High Speed Aspherical Lens is designed with its own mount. Users can take photographs
easily without installing an additional adaptor by mounting the lens directly onto the camera.
Please read these directions prior to using your lens.
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A Quick Look at Your Device
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1. Lens Ring Mount (camera locking area)
2. Aperture Value Scale
3. Distance Scale
4. Focus Scaling Ring
5. Focusing Ring
6. Hood Locking Tube
7. Hood
8. Depth of Field Scale
9. Aperture Adjustment Ring
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Your VIV-35MM-S lens is uniquely designed for Sony Alpha digital SLR cameras.
Attaching Your Lens to Your Camera
Hold the hood of the lens gently, and align the depth of field scale of the lens with the lens
attachment reference point on of the camera. Next, push the lens into the camera and turn the
lens carefully until it makes a clicking sound, and the depth of field scale is positioned on the
upper part of the camera.
Detaching Your Lens from Your Camera
Hold the hood of the lens gently, and press the lens release button on the camera.
Turn the lens in the opposite direction as when attaching, and carefully pull it out.
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Focus Adjustment
You can adjust the focus of the subject you are photographing by turning the focusing
ring on your lens, as it is an MF (manual focus) adjustment lens. To do so,
please follow the steps below:
1. When focusing on a subject from a long distance, turn the focus ring to the right
(1 to ∞) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indication signal on the camera or
by checking visually.
2. When focusing on a subject from a short distance, turn the focus ring to the left
(∞ to 1) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indication signal on the camera or
by checking visually.
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Brightness Control
You can set the amount of brightness you want by turning the aperture adjustment ring when
using your lens.
[Aperture adjustment ring markings]
When you turn the aperture adjustment ring between 22, 16, 11, 8, 5.6, 4, 2.8, 2 and 1.4 you are
making 1 stop each turn.
5.6 and 8 are 1 stop apart (1EV).
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Camera Settings
Some cameras require special settings when using this lens. Please read the information
below and set your camera accordingly.
The aperture of this 35mm High Speed Aspherical Lens supports a maximum brightness of
F1.4.
If you take a photo outdoors where there is a great deal of sunlight, you may not get a
clear image as the subject you are photographing may be too bright. In such an instance,
adjust the brightness to an appropriate level then take the photo.
Since the depth of field becomes very shallow at F1.4, if the subject is not focused correctly
you may get an unclear image . Therefore, to get a clear image, focus the subject correctly
and then take a photo.
If the brightness (F number) is set to 8 or larger, you may not be able to set the correct focus
due to a difficulty in viewing the subject through the camera viewfinder. Turn the aperture
adjustment ring so it is fully open when attaching the lens to the camera. Then turn the aperture
adjustment ring again to set the depth of focus and brightness you want prior to shooting.
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Camera Settings (continued)
1. Set the camera mode dial to ‘M’ 2. Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate
brightness.
(The camera settings discussed apply to the Alpha 350 camera. Settings for the camera
or the menu may be changed depending on the model or due to a menu upgrade. Refer
to your camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for more detailed informa-
tion.)
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Mounting the Hood
The hood has a bayonet system, which
guarantees speedy, efficient, safe and precise
installation and will help you take shots that are
free of flaring and ghosting. Allign the
attachment reference point on the hood with the
reference point on the lens. Push the hood
onto the lens and turn the hood to the right until
it makes a clicking sound.
Specifications
-Uses 77mm Filters
-35mm f/1.4
-Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.3m (1ft)
-Maximum Diameter: 83mm
-Construction: 12 Elements in 10 Groups
-Aperture Range F1.4-22
-Diagonal View Angle: 63°
-Weight: 1.64lb
-Diameter x Length: 83 x 110mm
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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting (continued)
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Caution
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Caution
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