The Mega Zoom Tamron 18-300 mm arrives in Canon and Nikon mount for this summer!

The Tamron 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 DI III-A VC VXD is not a real novelty since the objective exists Since 2021 In Sony E and Fujifilm X mount. It is therefore a 16.6x zoom that can be classified in the category of super mega zooms. Ultra versatile with its focal range 18-300 mm It allows you to photograph everything with a single objective.

Designed for hybrids equipped with an APS-C sensor, its focal range is actually equivalent to a 27-450 mm by applying the conversion coefficient of 1.5x. Note that the focal lengths for the Canon version will even be 28.8-480 mm since the exact conversion coefficient is 1.6x. It is therefore an objective that will meet present in all situations ranging from the landscape (with its 27 mm high angle) to the sport photo (with its 450 mm TV) via the report, the portrait or even the macro photo since it offers a maximum magnification ratio of 0.5x in a high angle position at the minimum distance of 15 cm.

Of course, this objective is equipped with optical stabilization VC essential in low light conditions which will complete the stabilization of the embedded sensors in the boxes. The manufacturer even announces that it has integrated artificial intelligence which automatically selects the optimal stabilization setting between 18 and 70 mm. Sides openings, it is necessary to rely on maximum variable openings F3.5-6.3 relatively not very bright.

The optical formula is based on 19 elements divided into 15 groups with 3 aspherical hybrid lenses and 4 LD lenses. Autofocus level, there is a VXD linear motorization which is fast, precise and silent: one plus for video use.

The objective is very compact and light. Folded, it measures approximately 12.5 cm long. Its weight is around 620 grams. It is a major argument to manage to transport it easily and over long periods in a bag or around his neck. Note that, for transport, it has a lock which prevents the untimely deployment of the objective. It is also protected against bad weather with humidity resistance thanks to the presence of special joints.

Availability and price

The Tamron 18-300mm F/3.5-3 DI III-A VC VXD is already available in Sony E and Fujifilm X mount. The new Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts will be available for this summer. Even if the price of these new versions is not yet confirmed by the brand, it is a safe bet that it should be roughly the same as the current Taruf of the Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts. This objective of naturally in competition with the brand new Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary Announced on the occasion of the last CP+ which will be offered at a price of 729 euros and declined for its part in L-Mount, Sony E, Fujifilm X and Canon RF frames. For the moment the Sigma model is more expensive than the Tamron model but it offers a more advantageous 16 mm high-angle position therefore equivalent to a 24 mm.