How to Use the Sony Telephoto Handycam Lens
Looking for those tight close-ups, with a shallower depth of field? Then the Sony VCL-HG1737C Telephoto Converter lens is a great addition to all your amateur or professional video needs. This 37-mm High Grade 1.7x Telephoto Lens attaches easily and securely onto your handycam.
Bring your subjects 1.7 times closer and with greater detail and resolution with these simple instructions that will guide you on attaching, cleaning and using your telephoto lens for better production.
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Instructions
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Using your Telephoto Lens
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Remove the lens cover from your camcorder, then screw the telephoto clockwise onto the camcorder's lens to attach it to your handycam.
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Turn your camcorder on and set it to "Video Camera" mode. Frame your subject, and zoom in using the "W/T" button.
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Press "Record." To get a shallow depth of field, and blur backgrounds around your subject, set your camcorder to manual focus, then turn your "Focus Ring" back and forth to focus on your subject.
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Use your lens cloth to clean your lens at least once per week. Apply lens solution to cloth and not directly to the lens, then clean the lens gently in a circular motion. Use cotton swabs.
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Tips & Warnings
Before purchasing this telephoto lens, check to see if it is compatible with your camcorder.
Never apply cleaner fluid directly to the lens.
