Tamron wins TIPA Award for four consecutive years
SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 (Model A022) wins
“BEST DSLR TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENS”
April 19, 2017, Saitama, Japan – Tamron Co., Ltd. (President & CEO: Shiro Ajisaka), a leading manufacturer of precision optics, has announced that its SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 (Model A022) has been awarded with the “TIPA Awards 2017/ BEST DSLR TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENS” hosted by the TIPA (Technical Image Press Association).
Excerpt from the Award Citation of the TIPA Jury:
This long-range zoom is built for full-frame DSLRs but can also be used on APS-C DSLRs to deliver an incredible 225-900mm focal length range (approximate, depending on camera). Tamron’s improved VC (vibration compensation) offers a 4.5 stop advantage with three modes for a variety of shooting scenarios. The lens incorporates three low dispersion elements to aid in the elimination of chromatic aberrations and is constructed with 21 elements in 13 groups, with a minimum focusing distance of 86.6 inches (220cm). Other features include eBAND and BBAR coating to help reduce ghosting and flare, a fast ultrasonic silent drive ring-type motor, and leak-proof seals on the metal barrel.
<About the TIPA Awards>
The TIPA Awards are world-renowned as the most influential photo and imaging product awards in the industry. The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) has a worldwide membership of photo and imaging magazines from 15 countries across five continents. Once a year the editors of TIPA’s member magazines meet to vote for the best photo and imaging products in each category.
<About Tamron Co., Ltd.>
“New Eyes for Industry” is Tamron’s philosophy. This creed is consistent with the company’s position as a manufacturer of a wide range of original optical products, from interchangeable lenses for SLR cameras to various optical devices for both the general consumer and OEM. Tamron makes optical products that contribute to a range of different industries and will continue to devote its rich creativity and leading-edge technical prowess to various industrial fields.
Furthermore, Tamron is fully aware of its responsibility to the environment and aspires to help preserve the natural environment in all of its business activities.
Optical Product Line-up:
Interchangeable lenses for 35mm / Digital SLR cameras, Interchangeable lenses for Non-Reflex type camera , Digital camera lenses, Camcorder lenses, Automotive camera lenses, IP and CCTV camera lenses, Long Wavelength Infrared camera lenses, Camera module, ultra-precision optical components and more.
