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16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Tamron lens
  • Superior, reliable image quality with a universal lens
    The lens construction features 16 elements in 12 groups. This includes three Molded-Glass Aspherical elements, one Hybrid Aspherical element, two LD (Low Dispersion) elements, one XR (Extra Refractive index) glass element, and one element of UXR (Ultra-Extra Refractive Index) glass, which has greater refractive index than XR. The full use of specialized glass elements in the design contributes to thorough compensation of optical aberrations. In addition, the use of the latest coating technology for suppressing reflections on lens element surfaces minimizes unwanted flare and ghosting and assures sharp, crisp, high-contrast images.

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    A further expansion of the imaging range
    With a minimum focal length of 16mm (35mm film equivalent: 24.8mm) at the wide-angle end of the zoom range, and a maximum focal length of 300mm (35mm film equivalent: 465mm), this remarkable new lens provides a zoom ratio of approximately 18.8X.

    Responding to requests from consumers who wanted to be able to photograph subjects with a wider viewing angle than is possible with conventional high-power zoom lenses, Tamron has begun developing a unique lens with a minimum focal length of 16mm. At the telephoto end, the maximum focal length has been increased to an impressive 300mm. Users of this new lens can enjoy unprecedented framing flexibility by easily adjusting the angle of view using the convenient zoom ring.

    Using a new design approach to create an ultra-compact lens

    The latest optical technology has been used to provide an expanded zoom range (compared to the B008) at both the wide-angle and telephoto ends, without necessitating the use of an oversized lens body. By employing UXR glass (which helps to reduce the size of the front lens diameter), an optimized layout of the Molded-Glass Aspherical elements, and adopting a 5-lens-group zoom system approach to provide enhanced design flexibility, the new lens embodies the fusion of state-of-the-art optical design, sophisticated mechanical design, and high-precision lens manufacturing technology, thereby attaining a compact size, an unprecedented zoom range, and superior image quality.

    A minimum focusing distance of just 0.39 meters supports an extensive range of macro photography capabilities
    The new lens provides a minimum focus distance of 0.39 m over the entire zoom range, with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.9. This makes it possible to get right up close to the subject of the photo to enjoy easy, stress-free macro photography.

    PZD (Piezo Drive) delivers faster, quieter autofocus action
    The PZD (Piezo Drive), an advanced standing-wave ultrasonic motor system, delivers faster, quieter, more precise AF action when the autofocus is engaged. There is enhanced support for contrast-detection AF capabilities, and focusing when in live-view mode has been made smoother. The new lens also features full-time manual focus, a function that was not provided by B008, making manual focusing more convenient.

    Sharper images with VC (Vibration Compensation)
    Tamron’s acclaimed VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism is incorporated into the new lens. VC reduces image blur caused by camera shake to deliver significantly sharper images even when shooting handheld at long telephoto settings.

    Moisture-resistant construction for worry-free outdoor shooting

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  • Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Macro lens expected street price is US$629.

    Available since May 15, 2014 .

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    At 16mm and maximum aperture, the sharpness delivered by this lens in the centre of the frame is already outstanding, and clarity towards the edges of the frame is fairly good. Stopping down improves performance across the frame, with peak sharpness being achieved at f/8. Here clarity is outstanding in the centre, and excellent towards the edges of the frame.

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    At 300mm, overall performance is reduced a little, but the lens still holds up very well, especially when the huge zoom range is taken into consideration. At f/6.3, sharpness approaches very good levels in the centre of the frame and is fairly good towards the edges.

    http://www.ephotozine.com/article/tamron-16-300mm-f-3-5-6-3-di-ii-vc-pzd-macro-lens-expert-review-25659

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    The appeal of this lens for focal-reach-hungry photographers is ob­vious. Relative to others that reach 600mm, its handling could hardly be more user-friendly. And that price! Performance outstrips the closest comparable tele-zooms.

    http://www.popphoto.com/gear/2014/06/lens-test-tamron-150-600mm-f5-63-di-vc-usd

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    The performance of the review lens was much better than we expected, given its 18.8x zoom range. Although not a match for prime lenses or significantly shorter zooms with respect to resolution, it is still an outstanding performer for a zoom with such a long focal length range.

    http://www.photoreview.com.au/reviews/lenses/aps-c/tamron-16-300mm-f-3.5-6.3-di-ii-vc-pzd-macro-lens

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    The Tamron AF 16-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD exceeded our expectations. Its sharpness, while not on a par with the best lenses we have reviewed, is actually pretty good considering what the lens is trying to achieve. It never hurts to stop the lens down, but the usable aperture range is actually quite broad at most focal lengths.

    http://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/tamron_af_16_300mm_f3_5_6_3_di_ii_vc_pzd_review/

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    Tamron's all-in-one 16-300MM F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD lens offers a true option for anyone that would prefer to only carry their crop body dSLR with a single lens. Providing you with a zoom range normally only found on a compact digicam or bridge camera, this lens surpasses other all-in-one lenses on both the wide and telephoto ends.

    http://www.steves-digicams.com/camera-reviews/tamron/16-300mm-f35-63-di-ii-vc-pzd-macro/tamron-16-300mm-f35-63-di-ii-vc-pzd-macro-lens-review.html

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  • while it's probably totally usable, the tamrons i've tried and wanted to use for video have had clunky build quality, and jittery VC/IS. 16 on the wide is a nice touch though, but it's fairly rare i really find the need for wider than 18 on crop with a such a walkaround lens. the sigma 18-250, while no award winner, has done very well for me in the walkaround arena, and i usually keep it in my bag as a versatile backup

  • Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Nikon F Mount for $369

    https://www.adorama.com/tm16300nk.html