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Tamron has announced a 2nd generation version of their extremely popular 150-600mm ultra telephoto lens. This new version, dubbed “G2”, promises improvements to auto focus tracking, Image Quality, Build Quality and compatibility with their Tap USB console for Firmware and AF Micro Adjustments. Read more Tamron Announces New 150-600mm G2 Lens
One question I am frequently asked is how does the Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 VC USD compare with the Canon EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM. The answer is “extremely well”. But don’t take my word for it, look at these purely non-scientific examples for yourself. Read more Canon 70-300mm IS vs Tamron 70-300mm VC
Tamron has announced 2 new fast prime lenses: a 35mm f/1.8 and a 45mm f/1.8. both lenses will feature Tamron’s VC “Vibration Compensation” image stabilization technology and weather resistant builds. The new 35mm will compete directly with the Canon 35mm f/2 IS that was released not to long ago, with the Tamron sporting the slightly faster max aperture and weather resistant construction over the Canon. The 45mm is a rather odd choice to me – not sure why they didn’t make it a traditional 50mm instead. The Sigma Art Series lenses (24mm 35mm and 50mm) have been very successful so it will be interesting to see if the Tamron lenses will be as popular. Read more Tamron Announces New 35mm f/1.8 and 45mm f/1.8 Lenses
Tamron has updated their lens mail-in rebates for September and October, 2015. They increased the rebate amount on a few lenses and added the 28-300mm lens as well. Tamron does a good job with their mail-in rebates with a quick turn around and very little hassle in my experience. Purchasing a Tamron lens using the links to Amazon helps to support this site. Thanks!!! Read more Tamron Mail-in Rebates Through October 31, 2015
Here are the current Tamron Mail-in Rebates valid through August 31, 2015. I’m not normally a fan of mail-in rebates, but Tamron is prompt is sending their rebates and I very rarely see any issues with their rebate program. You can save between $30 and $100 on select lenses. Read more Tamron Mail-in Rebates through August 31, 2015