Tamron has just officially announced the new Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 DI VC USD G2 lens. This full-frame lens features mechanical and electronic designs, reinforce VC (Vibration Compensation) functions, eBAND Coating, Moisture-Proof and Dust-Resistant Construction, Fluorine Coating and compatibility with teleconverters. It costs $1,299, available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama for Canon EF and Nikon F mounts.
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 70–200 mm | |
| Image stabilization | Yes (5 stops) | |
| Lens mount | Canon EF, Nikon F (FX) | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F2.8–22 | |
| Minimum aperture | F2.8–22 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 23 | |
| Groups | 17 | |
| Special elements / coatings | eBAND and fluorine coatings XLD, LD elements | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.95 m (37.4″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.16× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Ring-type ultrasonic | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | Yes | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Focus distance limiter | Yes | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1500 g (3.31 lb) | |
| Diameter | 88 mm (3.46″) | |
| Length | 194 mm (7.63″) | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Zoom lock | Yes | |
| Filter thread | 77.0 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | Yes | |
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