Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6 SP Di VC USD XLD for Nikon Digital SLR...(skr-5092)

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Product Overview

• Style: Nikon
• Brand: Tamron
• Focal Length: 70-300mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/4.0-5.6
• Type: Telephoto Lens
• Focus Type: Auto & Manual
• Mount: Nikon F

From the Manufacturer In the pursuit to achieve the most outstanding image
resolution in the 70-300mm class, Tamron’s Anniversary lens - the SP
AF70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD - utilizes an advanced optical design that
features an LD (Low Dispersion) and an XLD (Extra Low Dispersion) lens element
made from specialized materials that prevent chromatic aberration. As a
result, the SP AF70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD (Model A005) boasts sharper
contrast and greater descriptive performance than all others in its class. In
addition, it is the first Tamron lens sporting a USD (Ultra Silent Drive),
Tamron’s very own auto-focus drive mechanism This USD mechanism delivers fast,
making it a perfect telephoto zoom choice for photographing sports, racing, or
other fast-moving subjects. The lens also boasts Tamron’s proprietary VC
(Vibration Compensation) image stabilization to assist in handheld
photography, not only at long focal length ranges where blurring is common,
but also under low-lit conditions, dramatically enhancing photographic
freedom. This combination of best in class image resolution, Ultra Silent
Drive and Vibration Compensation is a new achievement of Tamron technology
culminating in the production of a premium 70-300mm lens. Get dynamic shots
with Tamron's new 60th anniversary lens Tamron SP AF 70-300mm Di VC USD
FeaturesBest-in-Class Optical PerformanceHigh resolution thru use of XLD
glassNew USD (Ultra Silent Drive) motor for fast and quiet AFVC anti-shake
mechanism for steady shootingSP class specificationsDual format Di design for
use on full-frame and smaller sensor cameras109-465mm equivalent focal length
on APS-C camerasSuper Performance (SP) for Discriminating Shooters Tamron SP
(Super Performance) series is a line of ultra-high-performance lenses designed
and manufactured to the exacting specifications demanded by professionals and
others who require the highest possible image quality. In creating SP lenses
Tamron’s optical designers put their foremost priority on achieving superior
performance parameters - they are all designed to a higher standard with
little regard for cost constraints. As a result, Tamron lenses bearing the SP
designation feature impressive and innovative designs that have established an
enviable reputation for excellence among those knowledgeable photographers
that demand the very best. A Full-Time Manual Focus Makes Fine Tuning Easy
BBAR lens reduces reflection All Tamron lenses have high auto focus precision
and are designed to capture subjects easily and in almost any situation, yet
sometimes a photographer wants to fine-tune and make adjustments on the fly.
The integration of a full-time manual focus offers just that: instead of
fumbling with switches, photographers can from auto-focus to manual-focus by
simply adjusting the focus ring. This feature helps the lens produce
impressive results even in telephoto situations where the depth of field is
narrow. Cleaner Crisper Images without Flare or Ghosting The new BBAR (Broad-
Band Anti-Reflection) reduce the lens reflection and dispersion that cause
ghosting and flare. The coating enhances light transmission in both the short
and long wavelength ranges, ensuring excellent performance in all photographic
conditions. Additionally, internal surface coatings are applied to cemented
surfaces of all lens elements to deliver sharp, high-contrast images and
flawless color re-production. Vibration Compensation (VC) Mechanism-Making
Telephoto & Low Light a New Medium The actuator and algorithms, developed in-
house at Tamron, provide the power that gives VC (Vibration Compensation) it's
excellent tracking performance and smooth, stable viewfinder image. Tamron's
VC mechanism provides a three-coil system, whereby the three driving coils
activate the shake-compensating VC lens groups electromagnetically via three
steel balls. The VC lens elements are held in place only by contact with the
steel balls, achieving smooth movement with little friction, helping to
eliminate the blur from camera shakes for clean shots night or indoors, or in
macro and telephoto situations, hand held has never been this easy. VC on - VC
off Speed is Nothing if not Stable Fast and accurate without so much as a
whisper. The SP 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD is the first to boast Tamron's new
Ultra Silent Drive (USD). USD is Tamron's latest autofocus motor technology
rotor, converting, converting ultrasonic waves into torque to quietly deliver
a new level of focus precision and speed. Because it's still built on a rotor
it's full time manual focus is as easy as ever-allowing the photographer
smooth manual focusing without having to fumble with a switch. With advanced
motor technology and newly developed software, Tamron's USD delivers a
practical, precise, noiseless photographic experience at turbo speed. For
those dynamic sports shots, moving vehicles, or fast moving subjects, there
has never been a better option. Smooth manual focusing without having to
fumble with a switch Extra Low Dispersion (XLD) Lens Extra Low Dispersion
(XLD) lens elements made from specialized ultra-high-grade glass allow Tamron
lens designers to achieve much greater control over chromatic aberration
(color fringing) and magnification aberrations, the two major factors that
inhibit image quality enhancement. In combination with LD elements, XLD
elements are used to achieve sophisticated lenses that deliver the highest
possible contrast, the finest detail, and superior imaging performance
throughout the entire zoom range. Full Frame Sensor for Ulitmate Versatility
The SP 70-300mm F/4-5.6 DI VC USD is one of Tamron's Digitally Integrated (Di)
designs. The Di series is the mark of Tamron lenses that are format-versatile
since they can be used on Digital APS-C, full-frame and 35mm SLR cameras. Full
Frame Digital SLR/35mm Film Camera APS-C Size Camera Auto-focus/Manual-focus
(AF/MF) Switch Mechanism on the Focus Ring The ability to switch quickly
between auto-focus (AF) and manual-focus (MF) is a great asset in many types
of shooting, especially sports and nature photography. This is easily
accomplished with Tamron’s ingenious AF/MF system. By simply sliding the focus
ring back and forth between the two positions you can select either the AF or
MF focusing position. In manual-focus mode Tamron lenses provide smooth,
precise manual focusing by turning their wide, well-textured focusing rings.
Technical SpecificationsModel: A005 Focal length: 70-300mm Maximum aperture:
F/4-5.6 Angle of view (diagonal): 34° 21'-8° 15’ Lens construction: 17
elements, 12 groups Minimum focus distance: 59.1" Maximum magnification ratio:
1:4 (at f = 300mm: MFD 1.5m) Filter size (mm): Ø62mm Length : 5.6" Diameter:
Ø3.2" Weight : 27.0 oz. No. of diaphragm blades: 9 Minimum aperture: F/32-45
Standard accessories: Flower Shaped Lens Hood