More Tamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 specifications leaked, ships August 2017

Tamron sp 24-70mm

A more detailled specifications list of the upcomning Tamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 leaked over the web. According to the rumor, pre-orders in Japan will start June 30,  2017. The Tamron is expected to start shipping on August 2, 2017.

  • Lens composition: 12 groups 17 sheets
  • Diaphragm blade: 9 (circular stop)
  • Minimum shooting distance: 0.38 m
  • Maximum magnification: 1:5
  • Image stabilization: 5 stops
  • Filter diameter: 82 mm
  • Maximum diameter: 88.4 mm
  • Length: 111 mm (for Canon), 108.5 mm (for Nikon)
  • Weight: 905 g (for Canon), 900 g (for Nikon)
  • Adopting a new control system “dual MPU”, realizes the best image stabilization effect in the class and dramatic improvement in AF accuracy and speed
  • Antifouling coat and simple drip-proof construction adopted
  • A locking mechanism is newly installed in the hood
  • Adopt electromagnetic aperture system for Nikon
  • TAP-in Console compatible

Tamron promises to deliver 5 stops of image stabilisation, thanks to a new technology named “dual MPU”, which I never heard of before.

Announcement coming very soon. Stay tuned.

[via Nokishita]

Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 specification leaked

Tamron 24-70mm
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The Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 will be announced soon. Yesterday we had pictures of the lens, today some specifications:

  • Model A032
  • Lens composition: 12 groups 17 sheets
  • Diaphragm blade: 9 (circular stop)
  • Minimum shooting distance: 15 inches (about 0.38 m)
  • Maximum magnification: 1: 5
  • Image stabilization effect: About 4.5 steps
  • Filter diameter: 82 mm
  • Maximum diameter × length: 3.5 in × 4.4 in (about 89 mm × 112 mm)
  • Weight: 31.9 oz (approx 904 g)
  • North American Price: $ 1299

Announcement is expected for friday June 23, 2017.

Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-5.6 Di II VC lens specifications leaked

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Yesterday we posted the first pictures of the upcoming Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-5.6 Di II VC lens. Today, some specifications made it to the web.

  • Model B028
  • Mount: For Canon / Nikon
  • Lens construction: 11 groups of 16
  • Diaphragm blade: 9 (circular stop)
  • Minimum shooting distance: 17.7 inches (about 0.45 m)
  • Maximum magnification: 1: 2.9
  • Image stabilization effect: Approximately 3.5 steps
  • Filter diameter: 72 mm
  • Maximum diameter × length: 3.1 in × 4.8 in (about 79 mm × 122 mm)
  • Weight: 25.6 oz (about 726 g)
  • North American price: $649

The price (if the suggestion is reliable) seems to be pretty fair price for this superzoom lens for APS-C cameras.