18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD Tamron Lens

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Specs

19 elements in 15 groups
Min focus distance is 15 cm at wide end
Min focus distance is 99 cm at tele end
Linear focus motor
Quiet operation
VC shake correction mechanism
AI technology for VC for movies, especially for 70mm and wider range
7 diaphragm blades
F22-40 min aperture
67mm filters
Comes with a flower-shaped hood
75.5 x 125.6mm
620g
$699 at

Tamron starts the development of its first lens for FUJIFILM X-mount and Sony E-mount cameras simultaneously.

Since the launch of the Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A036), a fast-aperture standard zoom lens for Sony E-mount Full-Frame mirrorless cameras in 2018, Tamron has continually expanded its line of lenses for Sony mirrorless cameras. The popularity and wide adoption of these lenses prompted many user requests for the manufacture of the lens for other camera brands.

As a specialist in the all-in-one zoom lens category, Tamron recognized the potential to develop the first all-in-one zoom lens for the FUJIFILM X-mount. The Tamron 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Model B061) is the world's first all-in-one zoom lens for Sony and FUJIFILM APS-C mirrorless cameras featuring a 16.6x zoom ratio. To provide the pleasure of photography to more people around the world, Tamron will continue to develop unique products and expand the number of lenses compatible with more camera brands.

Overview of the Tamron 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Model B061) features

The Tamron 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Model B061) covers a wide zoom range from approximately 27mm to 450mm (Full-Frame equivalent focal length). The first APS-C mirrorless camera zoom lens in the world with a 16.6x zoom ratio, the lens delivers the benefits of a versatile all-in-one zoom lens ideal for a broad array of photographic possibilities. Its AF drive system uses Tamron’s linear motor focus mechanism VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) for superior quietness and agile performance. The lens includes special lens elements arranged precisely to maintain high resolution performance from edge-to-edge and provide high image quality that is among the best of all all-in-one zoom lenses.

With an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.15m at the wide end and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2, this lens performs astonishingly well in its category when shooting up close. It is equipped with Tamron's proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism that supports stable photography even at ultra-telephoto focal lengths. And it features a unified 67mm filter size, the same as other Tamron lenses for mirrorless cameras.

Main features

The world’s first 16.6x all-in-one zoom.

Extremely fast and precise AF, VXD linear motor focus mechanism, the highest-level in its class.

MOD: 0.15m, maximum magnification ratio: 1:2 at 18mm wide end.

The best image quality in its class.

Outstanding VC (Vibration Compensation).

Comfortably compact.

User-friendly features (Moisture-Resistant Construction, Fluorine Coating, Zoom Lock switch)

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Nice interview about this lens

Why did you choose the high-magnification zoom as the first X-mount product?

Sawao: Looking at Fujifilm's lineup, the only product in the category that can be called a high-magnification zoom was the "XF18-135mmF3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR". As a pioneer of high-magnification zoom, we decided that we could introduce a product that supplements the current lineup, which can extend the telephoto side even more with our technical capabilities, and decided to use 18-300 mm compatible with APS-C size. I decided to put it in. The same can be said for Sony's lens lineup.

Mr. Kodai Misawa (General Manager, Marketing Planning Department, Video Business Headquarters; hereinafter, Misawa): I want to shoot with one lens without changing lenses, I want a more telephoto side with a standard zoom, and reduce my luggage as much as possible when going on a trip After all, there are many requests for wanting. It is a high-magnification zoom that we would like such people to use.

Even with the high-power zoom, "18-300mm" and "16.6x zoom" are new challenges for mirrorless lenses, aren't they?

Sawao: That's right. Even including Sony E-mount support, there was no high-magnification zoom that could reach a focal length of 300 mm and achieve high image quality. Even in the company, there was a plan to set the telephoto end to 200 mm for safe performance and size, but the appeal point of this lens is that I want to challenge 300 mm (equivalent to 450 mm in 35 mm format) like Tamron. But there is also.

Did you consider the affinity with the Fujifilm X body, such as design and size?

Sawao: At Tamron, we have set "Human Touch" as a design concept alongside the brand message "Human Focus." It has an ergonomic design that is designed to give users a feeling of warmth and familiarity with their hands. It is common to all of our products and does not change that concept.

Misawa: Please think that the lens made based on our concept can be attached to the X mount, not the design that is customized for the X mount.

https://dc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/interview/1323293.html

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The 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD from Tamron is a versatile superzoom ideal for photographers who want an all-rounder that covers virtually any shooting situation. Characterized for its 16.6x zoom ratio and a minimum focus distance of only 5.9", it brings the best of Tamron's "all-in-one" philosophy to the Sony E audience at large. A fast and precise autofocus mechanism, Tamron's VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor, provides it with some of the best performance in its class, and it's aided by the proprietary Vibration Compensation system that supports stable photography even at ultra-telephoto focal lengths.

All-in-one zoom, engineered specifically for APS-C-format Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, provides a 27-450mm equivalent focal length range.

Tamron's Vibration Compensation uses a free-floating element, controlled through two gyroscopic sensors to measure the horizontal and vertical vibrations and compensate accordingly, eliminating camera shake.

Two VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motors deliver impressively quiet, quick, and precise focusing performance to suit both stills and video applications. This focusing system offers a minimum focusing distance of 5.9′ when fully zoomed out, and a 1:2 maximum magnification ratio at the wide end of the zoom range.

A weather-sealed construction benefits this lens' use in inclement conditions

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Preorders

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US PR

Tamron USA, Inc. announces the launch date of the previously announced 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD. The Sony E-Mount model B061S will be on sale September 24, 2021, at $699 USD. Due to the current global health crisis, the release date or product supply schedule could change. The launch of the previously announced Fujifilm mount under development is expected this Fall.

The 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 VC VXD covers a wide zoom range from approximately 27mm to 450mm in full-frame equivalent focal length. The first1 APS-C mirrorless camera zoom lens in the world with a 16.6x zoom ratio, the lens delivers the benefits of a versatile all-in-one zoom lens ideal for an extensive array of photographic scenarios. Its AF drive system uses TAMRON's VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism for superior quietness and agile performance. The lens includes special lens elements arranged precisely to maintain high resolution performance from edge-to-edge and provide high image quality making it the best of all all-in-one zoom lenses.

Moreover, with an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.15m (5.9 in) at the 18mm wide end and a remarkable maximum magnification ratio of 1:2, this lens performs astonishingly well when shooting up close. The lens is equipped with TAMRON's proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism, effectively reducing image blur caused by camera shake in low-light conditions or in the ultra-telephoto range at slower shutter speeds.

Also, same as most other TAMRON lenses for mirrorless cameras, the lens features a unified 67mm filter size. With a wide variety of other features for comfortable shooting, this is a highly versatile lens that allows you to easily enjoy high image quality from wide-angle to ultra-telephoto.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

The world's first 16.6x all-in-one zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras

The 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 VC VXD is the world's first lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras with a 16.6x zoom ratio, the greatest feature of this lens, covering wide angle to an ultra-telephoto range. The full-frame equivalent focal length range is from 27mm to 450mm. With this broad coverage, it empowers shooting in a wide variety of situations, including everyday life and travel snapshots, both wide-angle and dynamic ultra-telephoto landscape photography and macro photography.

Best-in-class, extremely fast and precise AF provided by VXD linear motor focus mechanism

The 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 VC VXD utilizes TAMRON's proprietary VXD linear motor focus mechanism. It achieves AF speed and precision that stand among the best of all all-in-one zoom lenses. Throughout its range, from wide-angle to ultra-telephoto, it provides precise AF shooting. Excellent when tracking a moving subject in focus, it is ideal when photographing animals, aircraft, railways, and other moving subjects. It's extremely quiet, and therefore perfectly suited for both still and video shooting in conditions that demand silent operation.

MOD of 5.9" and maximum magnification ratio of 1:2 at wide end

With an MOD of 5.9" at the 18mm wide end and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2, the 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 VC VXD performs amazingly well when shooting up close compared to other all-in-one zoom lenses. It enables users to enjoy creative macro photography with highly blurred backgrounds, a feature unique to macro photography. As a pioneer in all-in-one zoom lenses, TAMRON demonstrates unmatched originality in close-up shots.

The best image quality in its class

In terms of image quality, this new 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 VC VXD is one of the best-performing all-in-one zoom lenses for APS-C mirrorless cameras. To achieve a zoom ratio of 16.6x while ensuring high image quality, the lens features a well-balanced arrangement of three hybrid aspherical elements and four LD (Low Dispersion) lens elements to effectively suppress optical aberrations. Throughout the zoom range, it maintains high resolving power from the center to the corners.

Outstanding VC stabilization

Despite its compact size, the lens is equipped with TAMRON's proprietary VC mechanism. With or without image stabilization in the camera body, the VC included in this lens effectively mitigates camera shake that is likely to occur in low-light conditions indoors and at night. Furthermore, using AI technologies, the lens will choose the compensation characteristic for videography at focal lengths of 70mm or less.

Comfortably compact

User-friendly features (Moisture-Resistant Construction, Fluorine Coating, Zoom Lock switch)

Compatible with many camera-specific features and functions, including Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF

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Preorders

Sony E mount - https://www.adorama.com/tm18300vsoe.html
Fujifilm X mount- https://www.adorama.com/tm18300vfjx.html

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https://dc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/review/showcase/1355774.html

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