November 29, 2022, Saitama, Japan – Tamron Co., Ltd. (President & CEO: Shiro Ajisaka; Headquarters: Saitama City), a leading manufacturer of optics for diverse applications, announces the launch of TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile™, a dedicated application for smartphones and tablets running with Android™ 1 OS that provides convenient use in the field and expands the possibilities of video and still photography.
The application is the mobile version of the TAMRON Lens Utility™ dedicated Windows and Mac PC software that has earned praise from many TAMRON lens users since its release in October 2021 and was developed in-house by TAMRON.
APPLICATION NAME
TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile™
DATE OF LAUNCH
November 29, 2022
COMPATIBLE OS
Android 6-12 2
COMPATIBLE LENS 3 4
28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Model A063) 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058) 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A062)
1 Android is a trademark of Google LLC. 2 Compatible with Android devices fitted with USB Type-C ports only. 3 Please update your lens to the latest firmware before using TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile. For the firmware update, please use TAMRON Lens Utility PC version. 4 TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile will be supported on the 50-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Model A067) at a later date. When the new firmware is released, it will be announced on the “Support” page. In addition, the “Compatible Lens List” under the “TAMRON Lens Utility Online Help” shall be updated as well.
Summary of TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile October 2021 marked the release of TAMRON Lens Utility, a dedicated PC software that enables the customization of various functions of select TAMRON lenses to match the video and still photography style of the lens user. Since then, we have received feedback regarding improved convenience from customers wishing to make lens function customizations when shooting in the field. As a result, we have developed TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile for Android OS. Using the TAMRON Connection Cable 5, an Android smart device can be connected to a lens to easily configure lens customizations without requiring a computer.
A new function that enables lens operations to be controlled from a smartphone has also been added. For example, the A-B Focus function that smoothly shifts the focus from one preselected subject to another can be setup without touching the lens.
Expansion of functions in the future is possible to make users even more comfortable to try out video production.
5 TAMRON Connection Cable (USB Type C to Type C) (Model CC-350) is sold separately. * Lens firmware updates are not supported with the Mobile version. Performing firmware updates requires the TAMRON Lens Utility for PC and a computer. * This application is designed for Android OS. Please note that iOS is not supported at this time.
Functions of TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile
Tethered remote control Dedicated features developed for the smartphone can be configured to perform tethered control. (Features that can be configured with the Remote Set Button in the application) – A-B Focus: Set 2 focus positions (A and B) and make the focus shift between A and B 6 – Focus Preset: Set your desired focus position and move the focus to the recorded point by a single tap of the Remote Set Button 6
6 With the Mobile version, the focus travel time can be specified in 0.1-second increments. With the PC version, there are eight possible speed levels.
Customizing the Custom Switch or Focus Set Button (Normal functions available with the PC version) – A-B Focus: Set 2 focus positions (A and B) and make the focus shift between A and B 6 – Focus Preset: Set your desired focus position and move the focus to the recorded point by a single press of the Focus Set Button 6 – Focus Limiter: Select the autofocus search range between Full and Limit
– Select AF/MF: Select AF and MF function using the Focus Set Button
– Switch Focus Ring Function (Focus/Aperture): Switch Focus Ring Function from focus adjustment to aperture adjustment
– Assign function from the camera: Assign custom functions from the camera body to the Focus Set Button
*The function of the Focus Set Button can be cleared.
Customizing the Focus Ring – MF Ring Rotation: Change the rotation direction of the focus ring
– MF Method: Choose the method of focus operation when using the focus ring
Fore more details, please visit TAMRON Lens Utility product page.
DPRTV published the wildlife photographer buyers guide, and three Sony cameras were mentioned, the Sony a7IV/a7RV, and Sony A1. Below is the breakdown, or you can watch the video above:
Canon EOS R10 – Very fast camera but not a lot of great affordable glass options
Panasonic G9 – top pick and it can still be found new at a reduced price point plus the camera has lots of features and affordable lenses to help you get the shot
Price Point $3,000
Sony a7IV – very capable camera with lots of glass options
OM System OM1 – most affordable in this category with lots of glass options and a rugged body
Fujifilm X-H2S – Right up there with the top pics thanks to the stacked chip with useful 20-30fps and lots of lens options
Canon EOS R6 Mark II – top pick with amazing AF and a price point that matches Canons lenses better
Price Point Money Is No Object
Canon EOS R3 – Great camera that is very capable and rugged
Sony a7RV – Great sensor for this but could be faster
Sony A1 – the camera to use from Sony thanks to the speed
Nikon Z9 – top pick because the body feels like a pro wildlife body with great handling and controls
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TTArtisan announced the TTArtisan 35mm f/0.95 today, and you can already order one from Amazon
About this item
APS-C Standard-length Lens: The TTartisan 35mm F0.95 is designed for use with APS-C format mirrorless digital cameras, providing a 52.5mm equivalent focal length. It is well-suited to everyday shooting with subjects including portraiture, street, nightscape, landscape, and reportage.
Large Aperture F/0.95: A fast f/0.95 maximum aperture suits working in low-light conditions and also offers great control over the depth of field. A 10-blade diaphragm contributes a pleasing out-of-focus quality when working with selective focus techniques.
Compact and Lightweight Design:Featuring a retro tactile and compact design, the lens is full-metal built with weighs about 267g. Robustly constructed with 7 elements in 5 groups, the lens incorporates two high-index elements, which combine to suppress a variety of aberrations while producing high color accuracy and sharpness.
Manual Focus:Manual focus design permits smooth and refined control with a minimum focusing distance of 35cm. The all-metal lens barrel features an engraved depth of field and focuses scales, Additionally, a metal lens mount also offers increased durability between the lens and camera.
Multi-layer Coating: The multi-layer coating has been applied to individual elements and reduces flare and ghosting in order to produce greater contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.
