Travel photographers will soon find it easier to capture dramatic, ultra-wide-angle shots. Tamron has announced plans to develop a new ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for full-frame DSLR cameras — touted as the world’s first of its kind. Pricing and release date have not yet been announced.
Since 2012, Tamron has focused on expanding its lineup of interchangeable lenses for 35mm full-frame DSLRs, earning wide recognition for its advances. The company has been especially active in developing ultra-wide-angle optics equipped with image stabilization.
The forthcoming lens is expected to include several notable features:
- Outstanding image quality and consistent optical performance
- Effective vibration compensation that improves handheld shooting at night and in low-light situations
- Fluorine coating on the front element — a first for Tamron — to resist dirt, moisture and smudges
- Enhanced broad-band anti-reflection coating to reduce flare and ghosting
- Fast, reliable and easy-to-use autofocus
- Bundled Silkypix Developer Studio for Tamron, RAW image-processing software tuned for Tamron SP lenses
These improvements aim to make wide-angle photography more versatile and user-friendly, whether you’re shooting landscapes, architecture, or interior scenes. The stabilization and coatings in particular should help photographers achieve cleaner, sharper images in challenging light. Watch for a formal announcement from Tamron with technical specifications, pricing, and availability details.