Tamron announced the development of 100-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD (Model A035). This lens is coming for the DSLRS specifically for Nikon FX Mount and Canon EF mount. However this lens can be also used with aps-c sensor camera crop factor will be applied.
The lens features high speed AF performance as well as built-in high grade optical image stabilization with the help of new High-speed Dual MPU (Micro-Processing Unit) control system
According to the press text Tamron 100-400mm is officially coming at the end of this year 2017.
One of the most important thing is the lenses compatible with 1.4 x teleconverter, so you get extended range if you get the teleconverter with this.
Do read the press release for more details.
Tamron 100-400mm Press Release
amron announces the development of a new ultra-telephoto zoom lens with superior image quality, advanced features and lightweight, compact design: 100-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD (Model A035)
September 15, 2017 – Commack, New York – Tamron USA, Inc. announces the development of a new ultra-telephoto 100-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD zoom lens (Model A035) for full-frame DSLR cameras. The advanced optical design of Model A035 includes 3 LD (Low Dispersion) lens elements for greater aberration reduction and Tamron’s original eBAND Coating for superior anti-reflection performance. At 39.3 oz., the new lens is the lightest weight in its class[1] and features magnesium material in key areas of the lens barrel to improve weight reduction, strength and portability.
The Model A035 delivers fast and precise autofocus performance and consistently powerful VC (Vibration Compensation) benefits thanks to the high-speed Dual MPU (Micro-Processing Unit) control system that is found in the latest Tamron lens models.
Model A035 is fully compatible with Tamron’s 1.4X teleconverter and the Tamron TAP-in ConsoleTM that enables lens customizations for focus adjustments, VC mechanism adjustments and more. Additionally, an Arca Swiss compatible tripod mount is available as an optional accessory.
This combination of features and optional accessories join to create a lens that photographers everywhere will enjoy using in various shooting situations, including low-light conditions that require handheld operation as well as those where convenient attachment to a tripod is preferred.
[1] Among 100-400mm F/4.5-6.3 lenses for 35mm full-frame DSLR cameras (As of September 15, 2017; Tamron)
Product highlights:
- 3 LD (Low Dispersion) lens elements effectively compensate for axial chromatic aberrations, a potential issue for ultra-telephoto lenses, and other various aberrations.
- eBAND (Extended Bandwidth & Angular-Dependency) Coating, with superior anti-reflection performance to eliminate flare and ghosting, provides flawless, crystal clear images.
- High-speed Dual MPU (Micro-Processing Unit) control system delivers quick and highly responsive autofocus performance and outstanding vibration compensation.
- Lightest weight (39.3 oz.) lens in the ultra-telephoto zoom lens category.
- Optional accessory tripod mount is Arca Swiss-compatible.
- MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 59″ and maximum magnification ratio of 1:3.6
- Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating for weather protection
- Fully compatible with 1.4X teleconverter and TAP-in ConsoleTM
