tamron goes ultrasonic

[ElFenix]

finally

 

[jpeyton]

I'm very curious to find out what the price will be. Nikon already has an excellent AF-S 70-300VR at a very competitive price. This Tamron is offering an identical feature set (identical aperture, identical focal length, image stabilization), so they can ONLY compete on price. I don't see many people opting for the Tamron unless it's 25%-30% less expensive, or performs miraculously better in resolution tests.

 

[Flipped Gazelle]

I wonder if, optically, this is based on the existing 70-300mm model, which is decently sharp but suffers from horrendous PF, CA & overall tone.

I agree w/jpeyton - unless this lens has a street price of <$400, I don't see it competing well with the ~$500 Canikon equivalents, which seem to draw rave reviews from users.

 

[ElFenix]

I wonder if, optically, this is based on the existing 70-300mm model, which is decently sharp but suffers from horrendous PF, CA & overall tone.

doesn't sound so.

New optical system optimized for digital cameras achieves top resolution in the 70-300mm class with specialized glass elements including an XLD (Extra Low Dispersion) lens
This lens’ advanced optical design employs a sophisticated XLD (Extra Low Dispersion) lens element made from specialized high-grade glass that has lower dispersive properties than standard LD lenses (where refraction causes the dispersion of white light into spectral hues). The dispersive properties of the XLD lens are at a level similar to fluorite, and in combination with a LD element make for an optimal optical design that delivers best in class resolution with advanced axial chromatic and magnification aberration correction - major inhibitors of image quality enhancement. The result is a lens that delivers sharp contrast and better descriptive performance throughout the entire zoom range.

 

[pennylane]

Is it too late to add USD to their 17-50mm VC? (completely wishful thinking/joking)

 

[Madwand1]

Awesome news -- (1) they've caught up on the nice-to-have features that are increasingly becoming must haves. (2) this lens is full-frame compatible. (3) this lens will not be a price/features first and optics last design.

 

[n yusef]

Is it too late to add USD to their 17-50mm VC? (completely wishful thinking/joking)

I have the same thought since I plan on buying that lens this month.