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Tamron announces the development of compact and lightweight
high-speed telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras

Much-anticipated third model in its series of F/2.8 high-speed zoom lenses
delivers superb optical performance with extremely quiet, fast focus

70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056)

October 23, 2019, Saitama, Japan – Tamron Co., Ltd. (President & CEO: Shiro Ajisaka; Headquarters: Saitama City), a leading manufacturer of optics for diverse applications, announces the development of a new high-speed telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056).

Developed under the concept of “making high-speed zoom lenses user-friendly,” Model A056 features a compact and lightweight design, an ideal match for full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. The 67mm filter diameter is the same as all other Tamron lenses in this series. The optical design includes several specialized glass elements that contribute to the lens’s superb imaging performance. The lens’s very short 0.85m (33.5 in) MOD (Minimum Object Distance) expands overall versatility. The lens adopts Tamron’s newly developed VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism that produces a quiet, quick autofocus drive. Other features that support a great shooting experience include a Moisture-Resistant Construction helpful for outdoor shooting and Fluorine Coating for easy maintenance. In addition, the Model A056 is fully compatible with various camera-specific features including Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF. This new model joins the 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) and the 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A036) and brings Tamron’s total of F/2.8 zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras to three.

20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F050):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F051):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F053):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

via Tamron

20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F050):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F051):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F053):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Tamron Co., Ltd. (President & CEO: Shiro Osaka), headquarters: Saitama City) is a single-focus lens for Sony E-mount compatible with 35mm full-size mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras, “20mm F / 2.8 Di III OSD M1: 2 models (Model F050), 24mm F / 2.8 Di III OSD M1: 2 (Model F051), and 35mm F / 2.8 Di III OSD M1: 2 (Model F053) will be released.

With a single focus lens, the shooting range must be determined by the movement of the photographer. Therefore, the joy and joy of shooting when you can take the picture you envisioned are exceptional. A book with a focal length of 20mm (Model F050) that allows you to fully enjoy the world of ultra-wide angles, a focal length of 24mm (Model F051) that is suitable for starting wide-angle shooting, and an almighty focal length of 35mm (Model F053) that allows you to easily take snapshots. The three models have both beautiful depiction and excellent operability, based on the concept of “I want many people to know the fun of single focus lenses more easily.” In addition to the brightness and lightness appropriate for a single focus lens, it also has an exceptionally high close-up capability. In addition, we adopted a simple drip-proof structure for taking pictures outdoors and an anti-fouling coat that resists dirt and is easy to maintain. The filter diameter is φ67mm, which is the same as our full-size mirrorless large-diameter zoom lens series. It also supports various camera functions such as “Fast Hybrid AF” and “Eye Eye AF” that are installed in Sony cameras, and has a variety of functions to support comfortable shooting. It is a highly practical lens that allows you to enjoy photographic expression with a wide-angle lens, which can be said to be the best part of snap photography, more easily and in earnest than ever before.

Product features (common to all three models) Read More »

The Tamron stuff is trickling out and above is the press release being read, but I am still looking for more so refresh frequently.

Press Release

20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F050):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F051):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F053):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056)

Tamron announced three prime lenses for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras: 20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F050), 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F051), and 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F053).
The 24mm and 35mm lenses will be available on November 20th and the 20mm will be available in January 2020. All three lenses are just $349. Now taking pre-orders!

Each lens strikes a balance between gorgeous image rendering and superior operation. All three have the same Ø67mm filter size, the same as Tamron 17-28mm F/2.8 and 28-75mm F/2.8, for hassle-free sharing of lens caps and filters between all five lenses. The 20mm, 24mm and 35mm lenses are all capable of focusing very close, to an unprecedented in this category magnification ratio of 1:2. Other features include Moisture-Resistant Construction and a Fluorine Coating on the front element for easy maintenance and fingerprint removal. They also support various camera features offered by certain Sony cameras, such as Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF, and offer a multitude of advanced functions to ensure a pleasant shooting experience and fantastic results. At the same time, Tamron announced the development of its fast tele zoom to complete the f/2.8 trinity for Sony full-frame mirrorless. More info about the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD under development to come. Now taking pre-orders! on the new Tamron primes for Sony full-frame mirrorless.

Tamron Announces the Development of a Compact and Lightweight High-Speed Telephoto Zoom Lens
for Sony E-Mount Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras.The 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) A much-anticipated third model in its series of F/2.8 high-speed zoom lensesdelivers superb optical performance with extremely quiet, fast focus.

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Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD FE: B&H Photo /  Amazon / Adorama
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