Tamron Announces the Release of the World’s Smallest and Lightest 15x Zoom Lens
12.16.2010

Tamron, one of the world's leading manufacturers of aftermarket camera lenses, has announced the release of a new groundbreaking lens. The lens, Tamron's 60th anniversary model, is known as the 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD lens. This new mega travel zoom lens is the world's lightest and smallest lens with a 15x zoom ratio for cameras with an APS-C sized sensor. The is the first lens to use Tamron's new autofocus motor, the ultrasonic Piezo AF motor, also referred to as PZD AF. The new autofocus system is a piezoelectric internal autofocus motor that delivers faster and quieter focusing when autofocus is engaged. Some of the additional specifications include a 62mm filter diameter, VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization, and a maximum aperture of f/3.5-6.3. With a weight of merely 450g and dimensions of 88mm in length and 74.4mm in diameter it is an extremely easy-to-carry travel lens.
The lens is reported to be available shortly for Canon and Nikon mounts and a Sony compatible version to be available at a later date. The recommended retail price for this extremely versatile lens will be approximately $1,025.00.

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