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		<title>Tamron announces 4 new lenses</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tamron Japan has unveiled today 4 lenses: Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO Tamron SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) Tamron SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF] MACRO (Model A001) (for Pentax and Sony) Tamron SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 with Built-in AF Motor for Nikon (Model 272E) [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tamron Japan has unveiled today 4 lenses:</p>
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<li>Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO</li>
<li>Tamron SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical (IF)</li>
<li>Tamron SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF] MACRO (Model A001) (for Pentax and Sony)</li>
<li><span class="ListWordRed">Tamron SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 with Built-in AF Motor for Nikon (Model 272E)</span></li>
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<h2>Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO</h2>
<p>Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO (Model B003) is the first digital <acronym title="Single Lens Reflex camera">SLR</acronym> lens in the world that delivers zoom ratio of 15X (28-419mm equivalent) and is equipped with a highly effective Vibration Compensation (VC) mechanism.</p>
<p>Designed exclusively for digital <acronym title="Single Lens Reflex camera">SLR</acronym> cameras with APS-C sized image sensors, the new lens delivers outstanding image quality over its entire zoom range and its exclusive VC anti-shake system facilitates sharp handheld photography even at the longest telephoto settings.</p>
<div id="attachment_115" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 300px"><img class="size-full wp-image-115" title="Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO (Model B003)" src="http://www.photoprosumer.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/b003.jpg" alt="Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO (Model B003)" width="290" height="200" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO (Model B003)</p></div>
<p>With its vast zoom-range, the Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC lens enables the user to cover virtually any photographic subject from wide angle to ultra telephoto simply by turning the zoom control. It covers angles of view equivalent to 28mm to 419mm when converted to the 35mm format. In addition, this breakthrough lens is equipped with Tamron&#8217;s exclusive, proprietary tri-axial Vibration Compensation (VC) mechanism that substantially reduces the effects of handheld camera shake. As a result, the user can enjoy the convenience of handheld photography in virtually any situation, from shooting candid images, to covering sporting events, to news photography, without worrying about camera shake having an adverse effect on image quality.</p>
<p>The new lens will be made available in Canon and Nikon mounts. The price and launch date of the new lens will be announced at a later date.</p>
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<td colspan="2" width="100%">SPECIFICATIONS</td>
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<td width="30%">Model Name</td>
<td width="70%">Model B003</td>
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<td>Focal Length</td>
<td>18-270mm</td>
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<tr>
<td>Maximum Aperture</td>
<td>F/3.5-6.3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Angle of View</td>
<td>75°33&#8242;-5°55&#8242; (equivalent angles of view when converted to 35mm)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lens Construction</td>
<td>18 elements in 13 groups</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Minimum Focus Distance</td>
<td>0.49m (over the entire zoom range</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maximum Mag. Ratio</td>
<td>1 : 3.5 (at f=270mm and 0.49m MFD)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Filter Diameter</td>
<td>72mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Overall Length</td>
<td>101.0mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maximum Diameter</td>
<td>79.6mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight</td>
<td>550g<sup>*</sup></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Diaphragm Blades</td>
<td>7 blades</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Minimum Aperture</td>
<td>F/22</td>
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<tr>
<td>Standard Accessory</td>
<td>Flower-shaped lens hood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Compatible Mount</td>
<td>For Canon and Nikon</td>
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<h2>Tamron SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical (IF)</h2>
<p>Tamron SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) is featuring 2.4X zoom ratio in its class of ultra wide-angle zoom lenses. The innovative, high-performance ultra wide-angle zoom lens (model B001) is designed exclusively for Canon and Nikon digital SLRs with APS-C sized image sensors. Pentax and Sony mount models will be announced at a later date.</p>
<div id="attachment_116" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 255px"><img class="size-full wp-image-116" title="Tamron SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical (IF)" src="http://www.photoprosumer.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/b001.jpg" alt="Tamron SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical (IF)" width="245" height="200" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Tamron SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical (IF)</p></div>
<p>The SP AF10-24mm Di II, the first-ever ultra wide-angle lens for digital <acronym title="Single Lens Reflex camera">SLR</acronym> cameras, features a focal length range with the 35mm equivalent of 16mm ultra wide-angle to 37mm semi-wide-angle in a user-friendly lightweight, compact design. With this versatile ultra-wide-angle zoom lens, photographers can capture magnificent vistas and extraordinary close-ups, bold compositions and unique perspectives, creating imagery impossible with standard wide-angle lenses.</p>
<p>The advanced optical system of this ultra wide angle lens features large-aperture, glass-molded aspherical elements, hybrid aspherical elements, as well as elements made of special low-dispersion glass and high-refractive index glass, all of which combine to deliver high-quality imagery and performance.</p>
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<td colspan="2" width="100%">SPECIFICATIONS</td>
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<tr>
<td width="30%">Model Name</td>
<td width="70%">B001</td>
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<tr>
<td>Focal Length</td>
<td>10 &#8211; 24mm</td>
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<td>Maximum Aperture</td>
<td>F/3.5 &#8211; 4.5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Angle of View</td>
<td>108° 44&#8242; &#8211; 60° 20&#8242;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lens Construction</td>
<td>12 elements in 9 groups</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Minimum Focus Distance</td>
<td>0.24m (9.4&#8243;) (Over the entire zoom range</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maximum Mag. Ratio</td>
<td>1 : 5.1 (at f=24mm)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Filter Diameter</td>
<td>77mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Overall Length</td>
<td>86.5mm (3.4&#8243;)<sup>*</sup></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maximum Diameter</td>
<td>83.2mm<sup>*</sup></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight</td>
<td>406g (14.3 oz.)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Diaphragm Blades</td>
<td>7 blades</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Minimum Aperture</td>
<td>F/22</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Standard Accessory</td>
<td>Flower-shaped lens hood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Compatible Mount</td>
<td>For Canon, Nikon, Pentax, and Sony</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<p>* Values given are for Nikon cameras.</p>
<h2>Tamron SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF] MACRO</h2>
<p>Tamron SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF] MACRO (Model A001) is a lightweight and fast F/2.8 tele-zoom lens designed for full-size <acronym title="Single Lens Reflex camera">SLR</acronym> cameras. Tamron is pleased to announce the availability of the zoom lens in mounts for Pentax and Sony <acronym title="Single Lens Reflex camera">SLR</acronym> cameras.</p>
<div id="attachment_118" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 320px"> MACRO&#8221;] MACRO&#8221;]<img class="size-full wp-image-118" title="Tamron SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF] MACRO" src="http://www.photoprosumer.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/a001.jpg" alt="Tamron SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF] MACRO" width="310" height="200" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Tamron SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF</p></div>The SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF] MACRO (Model A001) was developed under the same concept as the SP AF28-75mm F/2.8 XR Di (Model A09)-a lens highly evaluated by many users around the world as a compact and fast zoom lens boasting a high cost/performance ratio. The SP AF70-200mm is a fast F/2.8 zoom lens that is compatible with full-size DSLRs and 35mm Film <acronym title="Single Lens Reflex camera">SLR</acronym> cameras.</p>
<p>While preventing the lens from becoming bulky, Tamron successfully realized the minimum focus distance of 0.95m over the entire zoom range for a maximum magnification ratio of 1:3.1 at 200mm-best in its class on both counts. Combined with the advantage of an internal focusing system, this lens enables the user to enjoy stress-free close-up photography.</p>
<p>The SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 zoom lens covers a focal length range from 70mm medium telephoto to 200mm real telephoto when mounted on a full frame <acronym title="Digital Single-Lens Reflex camera">DSLR</acronym> or 35mm film <acronym title="Single Lens Reflex camera">SLR</acronym> camera while covering a 35mm-equivalent focal length range from 109mm to 310mm ultra telephoto* (diagonal angle of view of 7‹59&#8242;) when used with a digital <acronym title="Single Lens Reflex camera">SLR</acronym> camera equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor.</p>
<p>* 35mm format equivalent (Tamron&#8217;s conversion value is 1.55x)</p>
<h2>Tamron SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 with Built-in AF Motor for Nikon</h2>
<p>Tamron Co., Ltd (Mr. Morio Ono, President) has successfully renewed the existing SP AF90mm F/2.8 for Nikon and is now pleased to announce the availability of the lens with a built-in AF motor for Nikon. (The lens is already available in mounts for Canon, Pentax and Sony.</p>
<p><div id="attachment_117" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 315px"><img class="size-full wp-image-117" title="Tamron SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO" src="http://www.photoprosumer.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/272e.jpg" alt="Tamron SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO" width="305" height="200" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Tamron SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO</p></div>
<p>Tamron&#8217;s SP 90mm lens has been highly evaluated by photographers all over the world not only as a high-performance macro lens but also as a medium telephoto lens suitable for all photographic applications including landscape and portraiture. The SP 90mm F/2.8 macro lens, first introduced in 1979, underwent a major model change in 2004 to feature a Digitally Integrated (Di) design while retaining its renowned optical performance.</p>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="100%">SPECIFICATIONS</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="30%">Model Name</td>
<td width="70%">272E</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Focal Length</td>
<td>90mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maximum Aperture</td>
<td>F/2.8</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Angle of View</td>
<td>27°</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lens Construction</td>
<td>10 elements in 9 groups</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Minimum Focus Distance</td>
<td>0.29m (11.4 in.)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maximum Mag. Ratio</td>
<td>1 : 1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Filter Diameter</td>
<td>&amp;55mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Overall Length</td>
<td>97mm(3.8 in.)<sup>*</sup></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maximum Diameter</td>
<td>71.5mm (2.8 in.)<sup>*</sup></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight</td>
<p>405 grams (14.3 oz.)<sup>*</sup></tr>
<tr>
<td>Diaphragm Blades</td>
<td>9 blades</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Minimum Aperture</td>
<td>F/32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Standard Accessory</td>
<td>Lens hood, soft case</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mount</td>
<td>For Nikon (with built-in AF motor)<br />
(The lens is already available in mounts for Canon, Pentax and Sony.)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<p>* The overall length and weight are values of a Nikon-fit lens.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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