Tamron have just released the new 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC lens. Billed as the World's lightest superzoom lens in its class, the Tamron 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC weighs in at a mere 400 grams, allowing for greater portability than any of its predecessors. Featuring 16 elements in 14 groups, the 18-200mm VC uses an LD (Low Dispersion) lens element to minimise chromatic aberrations, and boasts the manufacturer's Vibration Compensation technology, which allows photographers to take sharp hand-held shots at shutter speeds that are critically slow for the focal length used. The suggested retaill price is £169.99 / $249.00.

Tamron Press Release

New Tamron 18-200mm zoom is the lightest* in the world

18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC

High-performance lens features VC image stabilization,

improved AF and weighs just 400g

The new 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC is the successor to the AF 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical [IF] MACRO lens, which has been one of Tamron’s best-selling lenses since its introduction 10 years ago. The new 18-200mm VC uses the most modern optical and mechanical design to achieve compactness and high performance. Incorporating image stabilization, the 18-200mm VC delivers superior image quality and is the lightest zoom in its class. Tamron made full use of its long experience and expertise as a pioneering force in high-power zoom lenses to create an optimal all-in-one™ lens that opens up new photographic possibilities to all DSLR camera users.

The Canon and Nikon mount models will be first simultaneously launched. The launch date of the Sony mount model will be announced at a later date.

Suggested retail price £169.99

1. No need to change lenses—shoot in a wide variety of settings, from true wideangle to telephoto, with a single lens

A zoom range of 18 to 200mm (35mm equivalent: 28-310mm) means there is no need to change lenses even when switching from wideangle shots in tight places to long telephoto shots of distant objects. Ideal for everything from large groups photos, family pictures, portraits, scenery, animals and school events—even for close-up shots (less than 0.5m / 19.7 in.) of food.

2. Greater portability at a weight of just 400g (14.1 oz.) — the lightest lens in its class

Covers the focal length range of 18 to 200mm and features Tamron’s VC (Vibration Compensation)*2, but weighs a mere 400g. Tamron designed the 18-200mm VC to be as user-friendly as possible by emphasizing portability and convenience. Users will appreciate the incredible balance and comfortable feel of this lens—even when used with the newest APS-C DSLR cameras.

3. Features VC and AF, providing valuable support for DSLR camera novices

Camera vibration is magnified in telephoto shots and when a slow shutter speed is used because of dim lighting. Even beginners can take great photos at long distances, at night, and indoors — and avoid camera shake — thanks to Tamron's acclaimed VC mechanism. By incorporating a newly designed autofocus drive module with optimal DC motor-gear train integration, the 18-200mm VC also focuses much more quickly and quietly than models with conventional DC motors.

4. Delivers enhanced imaging performance in a lightweight package

Featuring 16 elements in 14 groups, the 18-200mm VC uses an LD (Low Dispersion) lens element to minimize chromatic aberrations. Although light and compact with VC, Tamron's new offering also delivers amazing overall optical performance for an all-purpose lens. A circular, seven-blade aperture diaphragm maintains an almost perfectly round shape even at two stops down from its maximum aperture, providing desirable and beautiful bokeh with point light sources blurring into naturally rounded shapes.

5. Works great as an easy-to-use lens for day-to-day use

For added dependability and longer life, Tamron's new lens features moisture-resistant construction that helps prevent damage caused by accidental exposure to wetness. The lens also comes with a Zoom Lock feature to prevent unwanted barrel extension when users carry their lens and camera body combinations with the lens pointed toward the ground.

*1 The Sony mount version does not include VC because Sony DSLR bodies incorporate built-in image stabilization.

The name of the Sony mount model is “18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II” without the VC designation.

*2 VC (Vibration Compensation) is Tamron's proprietary image stabilization mechanism.

Focal Length

:18-200mm

Maximum Aperture

:F/3.5-6.3

Angle of View (diagonal)

:75〫33’ ~7〫59’

Optical Construction

:16 elements in 14 groups

Minimum Object Distance

: 0,49m/19,3 in. (at 180mm)~0,77m/30,3 in. (at 35mm)
[at f=18, 200mm: 0,5m/19,7 in.]

Maximum Magnification Ratio

:1:4 (at f=200mm: MOD 0,5m)

Filter Size

:Ø62mm

Maximum Diameter

:Ø75mm

Length*

:for Canon 96,6mm (3,8 in.)**

:for Nikon 94,1mm (3,7 in.)**

Weight

:400g (14,1 oz.) **

Aperture Blades

:7 (circular diaphragm)*3

Minimum Aperture

:F/22-40

Standard Accessories

:Flower-shaped lens hood, Lens caps

Compatible Mounts

:Canon, Nikon, Sony

Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.

* Length is the distance from the front tip of the lens to the lens mount face.

** Length and weight are based on figures for the Canon and the Nikon-mount lens.

*3 The circular diaphragm stays almost perfectly circular up to two stops down from maximum aperture.

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