Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Lens Nikon

Tamron has launched an incredibly bright super wide angle zoom lens, and the first in the world of its kind that incorporates image stabilization (VC). This lens belongs to the professional line of Tamron SP lenses and features the latest technology and a precise and sophisticated construction intended for maximum image quality; as a result it satisfies the needs of the most demanding professionals.

Product features:

• Eband and BBAR coatings help to avoid the appearance of so-called ghost reflections
• An image stabilizer employs slow shutter speeds without losing sharpness
• The construction is organized in 18 elements in 13 groups
• It features a low dispersion lens and XGM aspherical lens to avoid distortion
• An MR coating on the front of the lens repels water and dirt
• A large maximum diaphragm aperture of f/2.8 is ideal for reduced light conditions
• A reduced minimum focus distance of only 28cm
• Designed for use with Nikon cameras with Full Frame sensor, compatible with APS-C

This Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Lens also features an ultrasonic autofocus motor, so the focus results in being fast, precise and practically silent. The lens also has an MR coating on the front of the lens, this repels dirt and moisture. It features a viewing angle of between 110° and 71° on full frame mounts, and between 85° and 49° on APS-C mounts. The diaphragm of this super wide angle zoom lens is constructed with 9 blades, so it provides an attractive Bokeh effect.

It is ideal for night photography or as a landscape lens. As a result of its large aperture diaphragm and image stabilizer you can obtain bright images even in critical lighting situations. In addition, Tamron wishes to display not only the professional level of quality and construction of their lastest lens that belongs to the SP series, but it also wants to provide the latest technology. For instance, incorporating the RAW, "Silkpix Developer Studio". This software enables you to convert RAW files and  make modifications to convey your style and change the visuals of the white balance, colour, sharpness or tonal range.

What's behind the Tamron 15-30mm f/2.8?

We explain the technology established by Tamron, an easy way to quickly understand their structure.

• Di: A Di lens is designed for use with DSLR cameras.
• SP: "Super Performance" is the professional series of Tamron lenses, high performance and image quality designed to meet the needs of the most demanding professionals.
• VC: This new lens features Vibration Compensation, this is also known as an image stabilizer. Thanks to this feature you can use slower shutter speeds without losing image sharpness.

• USD: The Ultrasonic Silent Drive; ensures fast and precise focusing.
• LD: Incorporates a low dispersion lens to produce sharper images and avoid aberrations.
• eBand: New coating created by Tamron prevents the appearance of so-called "ghost reflections" along with the traditional BBAR coating.

• MR: It features a coating on the front of the lens that repels moisture and dirt.
• XGM: An aspherical lens that prevents distortions in the image when using these focal lengths.

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