Tamron announced two full frame lenses for Nikon F mount and a new accessory TAP-01 for firmware updates and customized lens setups of selected Tamron lenses (similar to the Sigma USB dock):
Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD (model F017) lens
- Shipping will start on February 25th, 2016
- Price: $649
- Sample photos
- Press release
- Specifications:
- Nikon F Mount/FX Format
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
- One LD and Two XLD Glass Elements
- eBAND, BBAR, and Fluorine Coatings
- USD AF Motor, Full-Time Manual Focus
- VC Image Stabilization
- 1:1 Max. Magnification, 11.8″ Min. Focus
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
- Moisture-Resistant Construction
- Compatible with TAP-in Console
| MODEL | F017 |
| FOCAL LENGTH | 90mm |
| MAXIMUM APERTURE | F/2.8 |
| ANGLE OF VIEW (DIAGONAL) | 27°2′ (for full-frame format) 17°37′ (for APS-C format) |
| OPTICAL CONSTRUCTION | 14 elements in 11 groups |
| MINIMUM OBJECT DISTANCE | 11.8 in |
| MAXIMUM MAGNIFICATION RATIO | 1:1 |
| FILTER SIZE | Ø 62mm |
| MAXIMUM DIAMETER | Ø 79mm |
| LENGTH | 4.5 in |
| WEIGHT | 21.2 oz |
| APERTURE BLADES | 9 (circular diaphragm) |
| MINIMUM APERTURE | F/32 |
| IMAGE STABILIZATION PERFORMANCE | 3.5 stops (For Canon : EOS-5D Mark III used / For Nikon : D810 used) |
| STANDARD ACCESSORIES | Lens hood, Lens caps |
| COMPATIBLE MOUNTS | Canon, Nikon, Sony |
Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD (model F016) lens
- Shipping starts on March 24, 2016
- Pricing is not yet announced (check for updates)
- Sample photos
- Press release
- Specifications:
- Nikon F Mount/FX Format
- Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16
- One LD Element and One XLD Element
- eBAND and BBAR Coatings
- Fluorine Coating on Front Element
- USD AF Motor, Full-Time Manual Focus
- VC Image Stabilization
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
- Moisture-Resistant Construction
- Compatible with TAP-in Console
| MODEL | F016 |
| FOCAL LENGTH | 85mm |
| MAXIMUM APERTURE | F/1.8 |
| ANGLE OF VIEW (DIAGONAL) | 28°33′ (for full-frame format) 18°39′ (for APS-C format) |
| OPTICAL CONSTRUCTION | 13 elements in 9 groups |
| MINIMUM OBJECT DISTANCE | 31.5 in |
| MAXIMUM MAGNIFICATION RATIO | 1:7.2 |
| FILTER SIZE | Ø 67mm |
| MAXIMUM DIAMETER | Ø 84.8mm |
| LENGTH | 3.5 in |
| WEIGHT | 23.3 oz |
| APERTURE BLADES | 9 (circular diaphragm) |
| MINIMUM APERTURE | F/16 |
| IMAGE STABILIZATION PERFORMANCE | 3.5 stops (For Canon : EOS-5D Mark III used / For Nikon : D810 used) |
| STANDARD ACCESSORIES | Lens hood, Lens caps |
| COMPATIBLE MOUNTS | Canon, Nikon, Sony |
Tamron model TAP-01
- Tamron Model TAP-01 is a new lens accessory that enables firmware updating and customized setups for selected Tamron lenses.
- Expected to start shipping in March
- Pricing was not announced (check here for updates)
- Press release
- Specifications:
| PRODUCT NAME | Tamron TAP-in Console™ (Model TAP-01) |
| Interface (Computer side) | USB 2.0 |
| Interface (Lens side) | Nikon, Canon, and Sony |
| Power Supply | USB bus-powered |
| Power Source | MAX. 500mA |
| Dimensions | (W/D) φ72mm (H) 26mm [(W/D) 2.8in (H) 1in] |
| Weight | 70g/ 2.5oz (TAP-in Console™) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C – 40°C (32°F – 104°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 85% or less |
| Standard Accessories | USB cable, Cap |
| Dedicated Software Program | TAMRON TAP-in Utility (free download from Tamron website) |
| Compatible Mounts | For Canon, Nikon, and Sony (only selected lenses made by Tamron) |
Screenshot of the new Tamron TAP-in utility software:
