T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC

 

 

 

Thank you for purchasing T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens. 

We believe that this new T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens for video recording will give 

you a special photographic experience.

When attaching or detaching the T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens, make sure that the 

tilt scale and the shift scale are positioned at ‘0’ and locked.

Failure to do so will make it difficult to attach a lens to the camera since the tilt or shift 

part moves.

You can set the desired brightness by turning the aperture ring when using the 

T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens. You can set the F NO from 3.5 to 22.

When using the tilt/shift function, vignetting or slight color change may occur. Vignett-

ing is a phenomenon where the corners of the image darkens. To reduce this, close the 

aperture or compensate the exposure prior to shooting.

Experience is required to determine the correct exposure using the tilt/shift function.

It is recommended to test shoot until you feel comfortable with the exposure.

The tilt/shift unit controls the depth of field to the subject and the area for shooting This 

lens compensates for image distortion and allows you to capture various images that 

you were never able to do with general lenses.

The T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens allows you to express the depth of field to the 

subject in various ways using the tilt unit. It is recommended to use a tripod for proper 

shooting.

Make sure to differentiate the knob for tilting. The tilting knob is black and the locking 

knob is grey. Use the black knob to adjust the tilting and rotate the grey knob in L 

direction to hold it in place.

 CAUTION

     When you use the tilt function, make sure that you do not touch the sensitive 

     areas of the tilt unit.

     Do not turn the knobs with excessive force. Doing so may damage the knobs.

The T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens allows you to correct distortion of the subject 

using the shift unit. It is recommended to use a tripod for proper shooting.

Make sure to differentiate the knob for shifting.

You can set the focus for a subject by turning the focusing ring when using the T-S24 

mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens, as it is a Manual Focus (MF) adjustment lens.

When using the tilt/shift function, you cannot check if the focus is correct using the 

distance scale of the lens.

If you have a camera which allows you to view images through the viewfinder or to 

capture a live view, check the focus while looking at an enlarged image. If you change 

the tilt and shift values after setting the focus, the subject will be out of focus.

Hold the tilt area of the lens gently, align the lens mounting reference point or line with 

the lens ring mount of the camera, push the lens into the camera and turn the lens 

softly in the attaching direction until it makes a clicking sound.

Hold the tilt area of the lens gently, press the lens release button on the camera, turn 

the lens in the opposite direction to that for attaching, and pull it out.

 When focusing on a subject from a far distance, 

     turn the focus ring to the left (∞ to 0.2) and focus on the clearest subject by using 

     the indication signal on the camera or by checking visually.

 When focusing on a subject from a near distance, 

     turn the focus ring to the right (0.2 to ∞) and focus on the clearest subject by using 

     the indication signal on the camera or by checking visually.

 When focusing on a subject from a far distance, 

     turn the focus ring to the right (0.2 to ∞) and focus on the clearest subject by using  

     the indication signal on the camera or by checking visually.

 When focusing on a subject from a near distance, 

     turn the focus ring to the left (∞ to 0.2) and focus on the clearest subject by using 

     the indication signal on the camera or by checking visually.

The T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens is a retrofocus type lens which corrects and 

emphasizes the perspective, and also adjusts the depth of field.

This lens completes an optical system based on superior optical technologies, and 

maintains excellent resolution both at the center and around the periphery of the lens 

by adopting a high performance Glass Molding ASP lens and a UMC (Ultra Multi 

Coating).
The tilt shift unit controls the depth of field to the subject and the area for shooting. This 

lens compensates for image distortion and allows you to capture various images that 

you were never able to do with the existing lenses.

Since the T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC lens is designed for a designated mount, you 

can easily take photographs without installing an additional adaptor, by mounting the 

lens directly onto the camera.

Please read this instruction manual carefully and use it accordingly.

The shifting knob is black and the locking knob is grey. Use the black knob to adjust the 

shifting and rotate the grey knob in L direction to hold it in place.

Some cameras require special settings when using this lens.

The diaphragm of the T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC Canon mount is not compatible with 

the camera. If the brightness value is set to above F8, the user may have difficulty in 

setting the correct focus by viewing a subject through the camera viewfinder. Therefore 

focus on a subject with a fully open aperture when attaching this lens to the camera, 

and then set the depth of field and brightness you want to express prior to taking the 

photo.

1) Set the camera mode dial to M.

The diaphragm of the T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC Nikon mount is not compatible with 

the camera.

If the brightness value is set to above F8, the user may have difficulty in setting the 

correct focus by viewing a subject through the camera viewfinder. Therefore focus on 

a subject with a fully open aperture when attaching this lens to the camera, and then 

set the depth of field and brightness you want to express prior to taking the photo.

The  diaphragm  of  the  T-S24mm  F3.5  ED AS  UMC  Sony  (Minolta)  α  mount  is  not 

compatible with the camera.

If the brightness value is set to above F8, the user may have difficulty in setting the 

correct focus by viewing a subject through the camera viewfinder. Therefore focus on 

a subject with a fully open aperture when attaching this lens to the camera, and then 

set the depth of field and brightness you want to express prior to taking the photo.

1) Set the camera mode dial to M.

2) Set the focusing lever of the camera to MF.

3) Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.

(The above procedure applies to the 350. The settings for the camera or the menu may 

change, depending on the model or due to a menu upgrade. Therefore refer to the 

camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

(The above procedure applies to the D8000. The settings for the camera or the menu 

may change depending on the model or due to a menu upgrade. Therefore refer to the 

camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

2) Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.

The tilt/shift direction can be changed by turning the tilt/shift unit.

If you pull the mount rotation lever and the tilt rotation lever when the lens is mounted 

on the camera, you can rotate the tilt/shift unit.

90° rotation is available for the mount and tilt units.

The lens is half secured at every 30 degrees and fully secured at 90 degrees.

Please note that there is a danger of pinching your finger in the locking lever when you 

rotate the tilt/shift unit at a high speed.

When rotation starts you can remove your hand from the rotation unlocking knob, since 

the rotation will continue.

If the lens is secured at 90 degrees, press the knob and rotate it.

If the amount of shift is large, the lighting may be different at the top or bottom of the 

image or on the left or right of the image. Therefore it is recommended to shoot by 

reducing the aperture value.

The diaphragms of the T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC Canon M, Samsung NX, Sony E 

and Fujifilm X mounts are not compatible with the cameras.

If the brightness value is set to above F8, the user may have difficulty in setting the 

correct focus by viewing a subject through the camera viewfinder. Therefore focus on 

a subject with a fully open aperture when attaching this lens to the camera, and then 

set the depth of field and brightness you want to express prior to taking the photo.

(The above procedure applies to the Canon M. The settings for the camera or the 

menu may change, depending on the model or due to a menu upgrade. Therefore refer 

to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

1) Set the exposure to manual exposure (M) and change the focus mode to MF.

1) Set the camera mode dial to M.

Mount: CW 90° (30° per step)

Between the tilt unit and the shift unit: CW 90° 

(30° per step)

1) Set the camera mode dial to M.

2) Adjust the shutter speed by turning the dial to achieve the appropriate exposure for 

    the brightness.

2) Press the MENU/OK button, and select ON at 'Shooting without lens' in the 

    shooting menu.

(The above procedure applies to the X-Pro1. The settings for the camera or the menu 

may change, depending on the model or due to a menu upgrade. Therefore refer to 

the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

 Please read the safety precautions at the back of this instruction manual prior to 

    use.

 The shutter speed of some Canon cameras changes automatically if the shooting 

    mode dial is set to Av and the brightness is set by turning the aperture ring.  

    Therefore the shutter speed is not required to be set additionally as with the M 

    mode.

(The above procedure applies to 40D. Settings for the camera or the menu may 

change, depending on the model or due to a menu upgrade. Therefore refer to the 

camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

(The above procedure applies to the NEX-5. The settings for the camera or the menu 

may change, depending on the model or due to a menu upgrade. Therefore refer to the 

camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

 The shutter speed of some Samsung NX cameras changes automatically if the 

     shooting mode dial is set to A and the brightness is set by turning the aperture 

     ring. Therefore the shutter speed is not required to be set additionally as with the 

     M mode.

When you use the tilt or shift function, the sharp areas of the tilt and shift units 

become exposed. Therefore, make sure that you do not touch them or get 

scratched by them.

 The shutter speed of some Sony E cameras changes automatically if the shooting 

     mode dial is set to A, and the brightness is set by turning the aperture ring. 

     Therefore the shutter speed is not required to be set additionally as with the M 

     mode.

Advantages of the T-S24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC

1. Image size of 35mm full frame.

2. It compensates for optical aberrations using a high performance aspherical lens.

3. In the fully open position, it produces a high resolution and high contrast at the 

    center of the lens as well as around the periphery.

4. The UMC (Ultra Multi Coating) design suppresses flare and ghost images.

Figure

Attaching

Detaching

Nikon Mount

Sony α / Canon Mount

 Mount                             Aperture ring                Mount rotation lever 
 Shift scale                    Focusing ring                Shift reference line
 Shift locking knob         Distance scale               Shift knob
  Tilt reference line          Tilt locking knob            Tilt knob
  Tilt scale                        Tilt rotation lever                    

Canon M 

Fujifilm X 

Sony E 

Samsung NX 

Phenomenon

Causes

Solution

The lens cannot be 

attached to the camera.

The lens cannot be 

detached from the camera.

Automatic focusing does 

not work properly.

Pictures are too dark or too 

bright.

The camera flash is not 

compatible with the 

camera.

There is no camera finder 

indication or display.

I want to attach your 2X or 

1.4X converter lens.

The lens cannot be 

mounted on other cameras.

Blurry image

The lens ring mount and the 

camera mount are not aligned.

Incorrect rotation direction for 

detaching the lens.

If you turn the lens while holding 

the camera, it may cause damage 

to the lens.

A manual focusing lens has trouble 

with automatic focusing.

Inappropriate exposure.

Incorrect focusing.

Insufficient shutter speed or 

camera shake.

Align the reference point on the lens 

with the lens attachment reference 

point on the camera.

Hold down the lens release button on 

the camera, and gently turn the lens to 

the lens attachment/detachment 

reference point marked on the camera, 

and then pull the lens forward.

Use the focusing ring to adjust the 

focus.

The manual control lens may not 

be compatible, depending on the 

camera.

Our converter is designed for the T 

(M42 screw) mount only. Therefore 

it cannot be used with this product.

This lens is designed for a specific 

mount.

This lens does not have electrical 

contact points, so there is no 

electronic communication with the 

camera.

Zoom failure.

This lens is a single lens.

See the camera manual.

This does not indicate that there is a 

problem with shooting.

Use each company's own mount 

converter.

Use each company's own mount 

converter.

Purchase the designated lens mount.

Adjust the aperture ring accordingly.

Turn the focusing ring while checking 

the subject with the indication on the 

camera or check visually to set the 

focus until the subject is clear, and then 

press the shutter.

Select a shutter speed of 1/125 sec or 

faster, steady the camera and take a 

photograph.

WARNING!

Do not wet this product or expose it to a moist environment. It may cause a 
fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

Do not use this product or store it close to devices that generate heat i.e., 

heaters, thermal regulators, stoves or stereo amplifiers.
Do not leave the lens in conditions where drastic temperature changes can 

occur.
Do not touch the surface of the lens by hand, and avoid making contact with 

sharp objects.
Avoid dropping the lens.
Do not soak the lens in water, and avoid water splashing onto the lens.
If there are foreign bodies on the lens, use a lens cleaning kit only.
If the lens hood is cut by the user, it may cause damage to the surface of the 

lens, as the surface of the lens may make contact with the floor.

Instruction Manual

Please read this instruction manual prior to use.

1. Component Names

2. Attaching to and Detaching from the Camera

3. Focus Adjustment

6. Cameras that Need Special Settings

4. Brightness Control

5. Tilt&Shift control

7. SPEC

9. Safety Precautions

5-1. Tilt control

5-2. Shift control

5-3. Lens rotation movement

Canon

Mirrorless cameras (Canon M, Fujifilm X, Samsung NX, Sony E)

Nikon mount

Sony (Minolta)

8. Troubleshooting

Caution! Handle with care!

WARNING

CAUTION

If this instruction is not 

followed, it may cause death 

or severe injury to the user.

If this instruction is not 

followed, it may cause death 

or severe injury to the user.

The following precautions are divided into two types 

according to the level of danger.

WARNING

CAUTION

Don't look at the sun 

through the lens. It may 

cause blindness.

Attach the lens to the 

        camera correctly and 

ensure the lens is held in place 

properly; otherwise the lens may 

not be removable, or may 

become loose and cause an 

accident.

Don't put excessive pressure 

on the lens attached to the 

camera; otherwise it may 

cause damage to the lens or 

to the camera mount. Be sure to 

hold the lens when operating or 

moving.

Ensure that the camera 

operates properly by 

checking the lens beforehand or by 

test shooting for important events 

such as a 

wedding 

ceremony 

and an 

overseas 

trip.

Don't leave the lens within 

reach of babies, as it may 

cause injury to the baby if the 

lens falls or is dropped.

Don't attempt to modify or 

alter the lens. It may lead 

to failure of the camera. Modified 

or altered lenses may not be 

repaired.

Don't leave the lens in 

direct sunlight. It may 

cause a fire, depending on 

lenses that concentrate 

light on a close object.

Don't look at the sun

 directly through a camera 

with a lens attached. It may 

cause damage to 

one's eyesight.

Tick

The following pictograms are used in the below precautions:

Requires caution. Inside the pictogram it shows contents of precautions.

(It shows outbreak of fire in the pictogram on the left.)

Shows prohibition. Inside the pictogram it shows contents of prohibition.

(It shows prohibition of dismantling in the pictogram on the left.)

Shows instruction. Inside the pictogram it shows contents of instructions. 

(It shows instruction of precaution in the pictogram on the left.)