Expand your options with high-power zooming from 16mm wide-angle.
Spanning
an ultra-wide spectrum of focal lengths, the all-in-one zoom lens is a
supremely versatile photographic tool. Now, Tamron sets a new standard
with a revolutionary new 18.8X zoom lens for APS-C sized digital SLR
cameras. This single lens covers 16mm to 300mm and provides macro
focusing. It combines our latest advances in optical design - including
the deployment of aspherical elements and newly developed glass - with
multiple layers of coating to produce clear, sharp images while
maintaining compact dimensions. Imagine the creative possibilities
embodied in this latest breakthrough from the pioneer in high-power
zooms!
The world's first 18.8X zoom, plus 1:2.9 macro reproduction.
Zooming from 16mm (35mm equivalent:24.8mm) to 300mm (35mm
equivalent: 465mm), at its widest-angle setting this lens can shoot
sweeping panoramic landscapes and intimate interiors, and as a telephoto
it can capture powerful close-ups of distant subjects. Macro focusing
down to 1:2.9 is also provided.
VC (Vibration Compensation).
VC (Vibration Compensation) is Tamron's proprietary image
stabilization system. It employs three driving coils that
electromagnetically activate a shake-compensating VC lens group. Since
the VC lens elements are held in place only by three ceramic ball
bearings, there is smooth movement with little friction. Even when
shooting long-range or under low light, the viewfinder image remains
stable and the tracking response is excellent.
PZD (Piezo Drive) for faster, quieter autofocusing.
With Tamron's PZD (Piezo Drive), autofocusing is noticeably
faster and quieter. You can capture crisp images spontaneously, even in
noise-sensitive situations. There is enhanced support for
contrast-detection AF capabilities, and focusing when in live-view mode
is smoother. Full-time manual override lets you make fine focus
adjustments at any time without having to switch out of autofocus mode.
Advanced optical and mechanical design technology achieve high image quality in a compact, lightweight zoom.
The cutting-edge lens design consists of 16 elements in 12
groups and includes three Molded-Glass Aspherical elements, two LD (Low
Dispersion) elements and UXR (Ultra-Extra Refractive Index) glass.
Together, they correct optical aberrations, while state-of-the-art
multi-layer coating significantly minimizes ghosting and flare to
deliver images of exceptional clarity. The entire package is kept
incredibly compact through the use of advanced mechanical design
engineering.
Elegant new style.
The rubber grips on the zoom and focus rings have a
rectilinear grid pattern that adds sophistication to the design, while
the signature Tamron brand ring in tungsten silver enhances its
luxurious finish.
Moisture-resistant construction.
Moisture-resistant construction helps prevent moisture from penetrating the lens.
