Characterized by apt focusing speed and image stabilization, the Canon EF-mount Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens Canon EFfrom Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens Canon EFis a revised fast standard zoom covering a versatile wide-angle to portrait-length range. A sophisticated optical design with two extra refractive elements, three low dispersion elements, three glass-molded aspherical elements, and one hybrid aspherical element helps to suppress aberrations and distortion throughout the zoom range while eBAND and BBAR coatings have been applied to individual elements to control lens flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity. Balancing its optical attributes, this lens also utilizes a USM autofocus motor to deliver notably quick, quiet, and precise focusing performance that suits both stills and video applications. Also, 5-stop-effective Vibration Compensation helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions. Additionally, the lens is moisture-resistant and has a fluorine coating on the front element to enable its use in trying environmental conditions.

EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22    Two XR Elements, Three LD Elements    Four Aspherical Elements    eBAND, BBAR, and Fluorine Coatings    Ultrasonic Silent Drive Autofocus Motor    VC Image Stabilization    Moisture-Resistant Construction    Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm    Compatible with TAP-in Console

Standard zoom is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 38.6-112mm equivalent focal length range.

Bright f/2.8 constant maximum aperture affords consistent brightness throughout the zoom range, and benefits working in difficult lighting conditions.

Two XR (extra refractive) and three LD (low dispersion) elements are featured in the optical design to noticeably limit color fringing and chromatic aberrations for improved clarity, color fidelity, and apparent sharpness.

Three glass-molded aspherical elements and one hybrid aspherical element help to reduce chromatic aberrations and distortion throughout the zoom range to deliver notable sharpness and accurate rendering.

Both eBAND and BBAR coatings have been applied to suppress ghosting and lens flare for improved contrast when working in backlit conditions.

VC image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to 5 stops or more effective handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions. Separate VC modes are also available to suit various styles of shooting: Mode 1 is a balanced setting for general use, and promotes both a stabilized viewfinder image and stabilized results, while Mode 2 is designed exclusively for panning movements.

An Ultrasonic Silent Drive autofocus motor delivers quick and precise focusing performance to suit working with moving subjects. This motor also affords full-time manual focus control, and it is possible to focus on subjects as close as 1.25' away.

A moisture-resistant construction benefits this lens' use in inclement conditions, and a fluorine coating has also been applied to the front lens element to protect against dust, dirt, and smearing.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

Compatible with optional TAP-in Console for fine-tuning select focusing adjustments and for updating lens firmware.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the zoom lock work at all focal lengths? Or only when the lens is at 24mm?

A: it only locks@24mm (but the zoom doesn't creep even without the lock; well, at least not yet). other than that mine is quite excellent.

Q: 2. Will the lense work well with EOS-R ?

A: Yes, with the EF to RF adapter.

Q: 3. Allo, This lens or nikon 24-70 vr ?

A: The Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VS USD G2 is a fantastic alternative to the OEM Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens, with excellent optics, vibration control (Tamron's version of Nikon's VR), a f/2.8 aperture, and a lighter construction.

Q: 4. Will this work on the d750?

A: Yes I've been using it for about a week on a D750 and it performs very well indeed, great lens.

Q: 5. I'm trying to decide between this lens and the 15-30mm. I would like a wide angle lens but wonder if the 24-70 would fill the need, any thoughts?

A: Both are exceptional lenses but if you are shooting landscapes, architecture and other super wide scenes, etc.. I would go with the 15-30mm, if you want an everyday lens for general all around photography, then I would go with the 24-70.

Q: 6. Made in Japan?

A: Yes, made in Japan. Very well made.

Q: 7. Will this lens work with the canon c200?

A: Yes this lens is compatible with the Canon C200.

Q: 8. Does the Tamron 24-70mm G2 work with older film bodies such as the Nikon F100? I'm sure focus and VC will work, but will I be able to stop down that aperture?

A: I know that the Tamron 70-200 G2 VC works perfectly on my Nikon F100. Aperture control and all. I would like to know if the 24-70 behaves the same.

Q: 9. Will this new version work correctly on Canon 5d iii? Since g1 had terrible focus problem

A: I've had no problems with it on my 5D IV.

Q: 10. What's the difference between this and the older version? And will the price of the older version stay lower?

A: The G2 version improves upon the original in terms of the lens coatings, faster autofocus, and the ability to update the firmware of the lens as needed using the TAP-In Console.