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Tamron 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD

Announced Feb 6, 2014 •
Lens | Canon EF, Nikon F (FX), Sony/Minolta Alpha | A010
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Product description
Announced Feb 6, 2014

Manufacturer description: Tamron is developing a powerful new, high-power zoom lens for full-frame DSLR cameras that enhances image quality and incorporates the PZD (Piezo Drive) - a standing-wave ultrasonic motor system optimized for swift, quiet AF - and the acclaimed VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism in an amazingly compact configuration. Featuring a new, sophisticated external finish, this lens complements the performance and style of full-frame DSLRs, while delivering the practical advantages of an all-in-on zoom lens.

Product timeline
Photokina 2014: Hands on with new Tamron lenses - including 15-30mm F2.8
Sep 18, 2014
Tamron officially launches 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 full frame superzoom
Jun 19, 2014
Tamron to make new 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 superzoom for full frame SLRs
Feb 6, 2014
Quick specs
Lens type Zoom lens
Focal length 28–300 mm
Image stab. Yes
Lens mount Canon EF, Nikon F (FX), Sony/Minolta Alpha
Max aperture F3.5–6.3
Min aperture F22–40
Min focus 0.49 m (19.29″)
Max magnification 0.29×
Weight 540 g (1.19 lb)
Length 96 mm (3.78″)

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Tamron 28-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD Product Overview
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