Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Nikon

This Tamron superzoom spans an astonishing range of focal lengths from a truly wide 16mm through to 300mm telephoto (35mm film equivalent: 24.8-465mm). At wide-angle it covers sweeping panoramic landscapes and intimate interiors; as a telephoto it can capture powerful close-ups of distant subjects. This unprecedented flexibility in framing is available with a quick turn of the zoom ring.

The lens combines our latest advances in optical design Ð including the deployment of aspherical elements and newly developed glass Ð with multiple layers of coating to produce clear, sharp images while maintaining compact dimensions. And like all new Tamron lenses, ultrasonic focus and Vibration Compensation provide fast, quiet AF response and sharp images in lower light. Macro focusing down to 1:2.9 is also provided.

TamronÕs unique VC mechanism uses a proprietary actuator and algorithms to deliver an extremely stable viewfinder image with excellent tracking. The tri-axial system uses three driving coils to move internal optical components within the VC lens electromagnetically, based on signals originating from three ball bearings, made from either steel or ceramic. The VC lens elements are held in place only by contact with the balls, achieving smooth movement with minimal friction.