Saturday, July 16, 2011

Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-f/6.3 DI-II B.I.M. VC LD Aspherical (IF) AF Zoom Lens (AFB003NII700)

Adorama has the Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-f/6.3 DI-II B.I.M. VC LD Aspherical (IF) AF Zoom Lens for $479 + FREE Shipping after mail-in rebate.
Expires: July 31, 2011

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Description

A unique ultra high power zoom lens, the Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO (Model B003), the first digital SLR lens in the world that delivers a remarkable zoom ratio of 15X (28-419mm equivalent) and is equipped with a highly effective Vibration Compensation (VC) mechanism.

Designed exclusively for digital SLR 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.

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's exclusive, proprietary tri-axial Vibration Compensation (VC) mechanism that eliminates or 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.

Features

Built-in Motor for use with Nikon DSLR cameras such as D40 and D40X)
World's first and greatest zoom ratio of 15X, covering 28-419mm 35mm-equivalent angle of view
Tamron's original VC mechanism for effective shake-free hand-held photography
Minimum focusing distance of 19.3" over the entire zoom range for the max. mag. ratio of 1:3.5
Optical system optimized for digital SLR cameras by taking incident rays of light reaching the image sensor into consideration
High resolution performance
Tamron employs multi-layer coatings in order to reduce reflections on lens surfaces as well as internal surface coatings (coatings on the cemented surfacesof lens elements) in order to minimize reflections from the sensor itself withinthe mirror box, a problem inherent to all digital SLR cameras.
Zoom lock mechanism for convenience in carrying the outfit
Flower-shaped lens hood as a standard accessory
New outer design matches the newest generation high power zoom lens in the digital era

Specifications

Construction18 elements in 13 groups
7 blades (Circular apertures)
Angle of view75°33' (equivalent angles of view when converted to 35mm)
Closest Focusing Distance0.49m/19.3" (over the entire zoom range)
Maximum Magnification1:3.5 (at f=270mm and 0.49m MFD)
Filter Size72mm
Dimensions (Length x Diameter)101.0mm/3.8" Length
NotesFlower Shaped Lens Hood
  

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