Press release:
New 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD (Model B008) with ultrasonic Piezo AF motor for APS-C format SLR cameras

Tamron introduces a new mega travel zoom with a focal range of 18-270mm. Tamron still holds the world record in the focal length range for SLR lenses1. The lens features a newly developed Piezo ultrasonic motor, which ensures a silent, precise and extraordinary fast autofocus. Furthermore the unique (VC) vibration technology was improved to allow for a more compact design.

The lens convinces with its high level of usability, featuring a focal length range that covers just about every photographic situation. Its compactness and lightweight construction make it the ideal travel companion. The lens not only covers everything from wide-angle for landscape to tele for close-up photography, but also offers light-macro capability at a maximum magnification ratio of 1:3,8 throughout the focal length range, to magnify the small things in life.
The Nikon and Canon mounts of the 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD will become available from mid December. The Sony mount will become available at a later date, which is yet to be announced.

Product features at a glance
•    15X Zoom – largest focal length range in the world
•    Compact and light-weight, easy to always carry with you
•    Silent and very fast Piezo-ultrasonic motor
•    VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilizer
•    Maximum magnification ratio 1:3.8 at a minimum focus distance of 0.49m
•    Di II lens – optimized for use with APS-C format digital sensors

Technical Specifications
Focal length: 18-270mm
Maximum aperture: F/3.5 – 6.3
Angle of view (diagonal): 75°33′- 5°55′
Lens construction: 16 elements, 13 groups
Minimum focus distance: 0.49m
Maximum magnification ratio: 1: 3.8 (at f=270mm: MFD 0.49m)
Filter size: φ62mm
Length: 88mm3, 4
Entire Length: 96.4mm3, 5
Diameter: φ74.4mm
Weight: 450g 3
No. of diaphragm blades: 7
Minimum aperture: F/22 - 40
Standard accessories: Flower-shaped lens hood
Compatible mounts: Canon, Nikon, Sony 2