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<span style="line-height: 1.5em;"><strong>February 6, 2014, Saitama, Japan – Tamron Co., Ltd.</strong> (President & CEO: Morio Ono), a leading manufacturer of precision optics, has announced the development of 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD (Model A010), an advanced new all-in-one™ zoom lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. The lens sample will be on display at the Tamron booth at the CP+ 2014, which will be held from February 13 to 16 in Yokohama, Japan.</span></p>
<p>Since the launch in 1992 of the 28-200mm (Model 71D) high-power zoom lens – which featured a revolutionary compact, lightweight design – Tamron has been continually expanding its portfolio of world class optics to benefit consumers.</p>
<p>Having revolutionized the optical design of the previous 28-300mm (Model A20), Tamron is developing a powerful new, high-power zoom lens for full-frame DSLR cameras that enhances image quality and incorporates the PZD (Piezo Drive)*1—a standing-wave ultrasonic motor system optimized for swift, quiet AF—and the acclaimed VC (Vibration Compensation)*2 mechanism in an amazingly compact configuration.</p>
<p>Featuring a new, sophisticated external finish, this lens complements the performance and style of full-frame DSLRs, while delivering the practical advantages of an all-in-one™zoom lens.</p>
<p><em>Highlights and specifications after the break</em></p>
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<p><strong>Product Highlights</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>State-of-the-art optical design technology delivers superior image quality

The advanced optical construction of this lens includes four elements of LD (Low Dispersion) glass, three Molded-Glass Aspherical elements, one Hybrid Aspherical element, one XR (Extra Refractive index) glass element, and one element of UXR (Ultra-Extra Refractive Index) glass, which has greater refractive index than XR. The full use of specialized glass elements in its design contributes to making this outstanding lens as compact and lightweight as possible, while minimizing aberrations, resulting in superior image quality. Particularly impressive is the thorough compensation of chromatic aberrations at the telephoto end, yielding images of enhanced clarity and crispness.</li>
<li>Focus on portability – The lens is now even smaller and lighter

In addition to state-of-the-art optical design that facilitates downsizing of the lens body, the mechanical design, which incorporates a highly sophisticated multi-stack-cam layout that takes up far less space, and PZD (Piezo Drive), an autofocus drive system with a simpler, more compact structure, has made it possible to reduce the overall dimensions of this lens compared to the existing Tamron 28-300mm (Model A20). These technologies are the fruit of Tamron’s more than 20 years of research and development in the high-power zoom lens field.</li>
<li>Advanced anti-reflection coating

The application of BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) coatings for suppressing reflections on lens element surfaces minimizes unwanted flare and ghosting to deliver sharp, crisp, high-contrast images.</li>
<li>Upgraded cosmetic design – Elegant tungsten silver brand ring

Tamron has upgraded the cosmetic design and finish of this lens to create a more sophisticated, high-end look in keeping with the demands of discerning full-frame DSLR users. Employing a sophisticated linear pattern rubber grip on the zoom and focus rings and an elegant tungsten silver name-brand ring, this newly designed model accentuates its visceral presence with understated elegance and class.</li>
<li>PZD (Piezo Drive) delivers faster, quieter autofocus action

The PZD (Piezo Drive)*1, a standing-wave ultrasonic motor system, delivers faster, quieter, more precise action when the autofocus is engaged. The full-time manual focus system is easy and intuitive, enabling quick and convenient manual focus at any time.</li>
<li>VC (Vibration Compensation)

Tamron’s acclaimed VC (Vibration Compensation)*2mechanism reduces image blur caused by camera shake to deliver significantly sharper images even when shooting handheld.</li>
<li>Circular diaphragm facilitates achieving spectacular blur effects

Using a circular diaphragm*4, this lens achieves spectacular background blur effects that enable creative use of depth of field.</li>
<li>Moisture-resistant construction for outdoor shooting

Moisture-resistant construction helps prevent moisture from penetrating the lens.</li>
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<td valign="top" width="48">*1</td>
<td>PZD (Piezo Drive) is a standing-wave type ultrasonic motor system developed by Tamron. It delivers outstanding speed and quiet operation in the AF mode. It also provides greater flexibility in design compared with ring-type ultrasonic motors, thus contributing to reduced lens size.</td>
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<td>*2</td>
<td>VC (Vibration Compensation) is Tamron’s proprietary tri-axial image stabilization mechanism.</td>
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<td>*3</td>
<td>The Sony mount model does not include VC, since the bodies of Sony DSLR cameras include built-in image stabilization functionality. The name of the Sony mount model is “28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di PZD” without the VC designation.</td>
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<td>*4</td>
<td>This circular diaphragm retains a nearly circular shape even at two stops down from its maximum aperture.</td>
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<p><strong>Specifications</strong></p>
<table summary="Specifications" border="1">
<tbody>
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<th>Model</th>
<td>A010</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Focal Length</th>
<td>28-300mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Maximum Aperture</th>
<td>F/3.5-6.3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th rowspan="2">Angle of View (diagonal)</th>
<td>75°23’ – 8°15’ (for full-frame format)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>52°58’ – 5°20’ (for APS-C format)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Lens Construction</th>
<td>19 elements in 15 groups</td>
</tr>
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<th>Minimum Focus Distance</th>
<td>0.49m (19.3 in)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Max. Magnification Ratio</th>
<td>1:3.5 (at f=300mm: MFD 0.49m)</td>
</tr>
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<th>Filter Size</th>
<td>Φ67mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Maximum Diameter</th>
<td>Φ74.4mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Length*1</th>
<td>96mm (3.8 in)*</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Weight</th>
<td>540g (19 oz)*</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Diaphragm Blade Number</th>
<td>7 (circular diaphragm)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Minimum Aperture</th>
<td>F/22-40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Standard Accessory</th>
<td>Flower-shaped lens hood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Compatible Mount</th>
<td>Canon/ Nikon/ Sony</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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<span style="line-height: 1.5em;"><strong>February 6, 2014, Saitama, Japan – Tamron Co., Ltd.</strong> (President & CEO: Morio Ono), a leading manufacturer of precision optics, has announced the development of an advanced new all-in-one™ zoom lens exclusively for digital SLR cameras with APS-C size image sensors that provides an amazing 18.8X zoom ratio. The lens sample will be on display at the Tamron booth at the CP+ 2014, which will be held from February 13 to 16 in Yokohama, Japan.</span></p>
<p>Since the launch in 1992 of the 28-200mm (Model 71D) high-power zoom lens – which featured a revolutionary compact, lightweight design – Tamron has been continually expanding its portfolio of world-class optics to benefit consumers.</p>
<p>Tamron previously launched an 18-270mm (Model B008) all-in-one™zoom lens exclusively for digital SLR cameras with APS-C size image sensors that features a 15X zoom ratio, superior image quality, swift, quiet AF, and Tamron’s acclaimed VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism, in an ultra-compact package. This ground-breaking lens has been winning plaudits throughout the world.</p>
<p>Responding to consumers’ demand for expanded focal lengths both at the wide-angle end of the zoom range and the telephoto end, Tamron has begun developing a completely new all-in-one™ zoom lens design that provides an impressive focal length range extending from 16mm true wide-angle to 300mm super-telephoto.</p>
<p><em>Highlights and specifications after the break</em></p>
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<p><strong>Product Highlights</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>A further expansion of the imaging range. With a minimum focal length of 16mm (35mm film equivalent: 24.8mm) at the wide-angle end of the zoom range, and a maximum focal length of 300mm (35mm film equivalent: 465mm), this remarkable new lens provides a zoom ratio of approximately 18.8X.

Responding to requests from consumers who wanted to be able to photograph subjects with a wider viewing angle than is possible with conventional high-power zoom lenses, Tamron has begun developing a unique lens with a minimum focal length of 16mm. At the telephoto end, the maximum focal length has been increased to an impressive 300mm. Users of this new lens can enjoy unprecedented framing flexibility by easily adjusting the angle of view using the convenient zoom ring.</li>
<li>Superior, reliable image quality with a universal lens.

The lens construction features 16 elements in 12 groups. This includes three Molded-Glass Aspherical elements, one Hybrid Aspherical element, two LD (Low Dispersion) elements, one XR (Extra Refractive Index) glass element, and one element of UXR (Ultra-Extra Refractive Index) glass, which has greater refractive index than XR. The full use of specialized glass elements in the design contributes to thorough compensation of optical aberrations. In addition, the use of the latest coating technology for suppressing reflections on lens element surfaces minimizes unwanted flare and ghosting and assures sharp, crisp, high-contrast images.</li>
<li>Using a new design approach to create an ultra-compact lens.

The latest optical technology has been used to provide an expanded zoom range (compared to the B008) at both the wide-angle and telephoto ends, without necessitating the use of an oversized lens body. By employing UXR glass (which helps to reduce the size of the front lens diameter), an optimized layout of the Molded-Glass Aspherical elements, and adopting a 5-lens-group zoom system approach to provide enhanced design flexibility, the new lens embodies the fusion of state-of-the-art optical design, sophisticated mechanical design, and high-precision lens manufacturing technology, thereby attaining a compact size, an unprecedented zoom range, and superior image quality.</li>
<li>A minimum focusing distance of just 0.39 meters supports an extensive range of macro photography capabilities.

The new lens provides a minimum focus distance of 0.39 m over the entire zoom range, with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.9. This makes it possible to get right up close to the subject of the photo to enjoy easy, stress-free macro photography.</li>
<li>PZD (Piezo Drive) delivers faster, quieter autofocus action.

The PZD (Piezo Drive)*1, an advanced standing-wave ultrasonic motor system, delivers faster, quieter, more precise AF action when the autofocus is engaged. There is enhanced support for contrast-detection AF capabilities, and focusing when in live-view mode has been made smoother. The new lens also features full-time manual focus, a function that was not provided by B008, making manual focusing more convenient.</li>
<li>Sharper images with VC (Vibration Compensation).

Tamron’s acclaimed VC (Vibration Compensation)*2 mechanism is incorporated into the new lens.*3 VC reduces image blur caused by camera shake to deliver significantly sharper images even when shooting handheld at long telephoto settings</li>
<li>Moisture-resistant construction for worry-free outdoor shooting.</li>
<li>Upgraded cosmetic design.

Tamron has upgraded the cosmetic design and finish of this lens to create a more sophisticated, high-end look in keeping with the demands of discerning DSLR users. Employing a sophisticated linear pattern rubber grip on the zoom and focus rings, and an elegant tungsten-silver name-brand ring, etc., this newly designed model accentuates its visceral presence with understated elegance and class.</li>
</ol>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="48">*1</td>
<td>PZD (Piezo Drive) is a standing-wave type ultrasonic motor system developed by Tamron. It delivers outstanding speed and quiet operation in the AF mode. It also provides greater flexibility in design compared with ring-type ultrasonic motors, thus contributing to reduced lens size.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>*2</td>
<td>VC (Vibration Compensation) is Tamron’s proprietary tri-axial image stabilization mechanism.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>*3</td>
<td>The Sony mount model does not include VC, since the bodies of Sony DSLR cameras include built-in image stabilization functionality. The name of the Sony mount model is “16-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di PZD MACRO ” without the VC designation.</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Specifications</strong></p>
<table summary="Specifications" border="1">
<tbody>
<tr>
<th>Model</th>
<td>B016</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Focal Length</th>
<td>16-300mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Maximum Aperture</th>
<td>F/3.5-6.3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Angle of View (diagonal)</th>
<td>82°12’ – 5°20’</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Lens Construction</th>
<td>16 elements in 12 groups</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Minimum Focus Distance</th>
<td>0.39m (15.3 in)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Maximum Magnification Ratio</th>
<td>1:2.9 (at f=300mm: MFD 0.39m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Filter Size</th>
<td>φ67mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Maximum Diameter</th>
<td>φ75mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Length*</th>
<td>99.5mm (3.9 in)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Weight</th>
<td>540g (19 oz)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Diaphragm Blades</th>
<td>7 (circular diaphragm)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Minimum Aperture</th>
<td>F22-40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Standard Accessories</th>
<td>Flower-shaped lens hood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Compatible Mounts</th>
<td>Canon, Nikon, Sony</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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<p><b>MELVILLE, N.Y., February 5, 2014</b> – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced its parent company, Canon Inc., has reached a new camera-manufacturing milestone as combined production of the company’s film and digital EOS-series interchangeable-lens cameras surpassed the 70-million mark on February 5th.</p>
<p>Production of Canon EOS SLR cameras began in 1987 with the EOS 650 35mm SLR Camera, at Canon Inc.’s Fukushima Plant (now Fukushima Canon Inc.), and later moving to such production bases as Oita Canon Inc. and Canon Inc., Taiwan. Following the introduction of digital SLR cameras in the early 2000s, production of the EOS-series cameras rapidly increased, surpassing the 60-million-unit mark in October 2012 and now, approximately one year and four months later, reaching the 70-million-unit threshold.</p>
<p>EOS, which stands for “Electro Optical System,” also carries the name of the Greek goddess of the dawn. Introduced in March 1987 as a new generation of AF SLR cameras, EOS cameras were the world’s first to incorporate an electronic mount system enabling complete electronic control not only between the lens and body, but throughout the entire camera system.</p>
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<p>Based on the key concepts of high-speed and ease of use the EOS-series 35mm SLR cameras, including the top-of-the-line professional-model EOS-1 camera released in 1989 and the popular compact, lightweight EOS Rebel introduced in 1990, continued to incorporate innovative technologies and gained acceptance from a wide range of users. As digital SLR cameras gained increasing popularity starting in 2000, Canon developed advanced technologies such as its proprietary CMOS sensors and high-performance DIGIC digital image processors, as well as an extensive lineup of EF lenses, in an effort to fulfill the company’s key concepts of high-speed, ease of use, and high image quality. Currently, Canon offers a broad product lineup that helps serve the needs of users of all skill levels.</p>
<p>Among the new Canon cameras that contributed to the realization of the 70-million-unit production milestone are the EOS 70D, featuring innovative Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology, and the EOS Rebel SL1, the world’s smallest and lightest digital SLR camera*, which combines a ground-breaking compact, lightweight body design with advanced basic performance.</p>
<p>EF lenses for Canon EOS-series interchangeable-lens cameras are also on track to realize a major milestone as cumulative production is scheduled to pass the 100-million-unit mark in 2014.</p>
<p>Based on its core optical technologies, Canon will continue to refine its diverse imaging technologies while striving to produce superb and reliable lenses and cameras that cater to the varying needs of photographers – from first time users to advanced amateurs and professionals – while contributing to expanding the culture of photographic and video imaging.</p>
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<p>We’ve been told again that Canon will unveil a zoom macro lens in the 200mm range some time in 2014. The lens is currently in prototype form. It’s apparently a constant aperture zoom macro, though we can’t confirm that it is a 1:1 macro lens. Although, it was mentioned that lens would be 2:1, and could be “locked out” to 1:1 at the long end.</p>
<p>We weren’t told how fast the lens would be, but I’d expect f/3.5 or f/4 and it would also have the latest and greatest IS.</p>
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