F2.8 maximum aperture and 9-blade rounded diaphragm

The Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens features a fast maximum aperture of f/2.8. When shooting at maximum aperture the lens create a shallow depth of field with pleasant bokeh thanks to a 9-bladed rounded aperture. The fast maximum aperture also captures more light to help with low light shooting.

Special lens elements

The Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens implements a variety of special lens elements to improve image quality. These include: 2 XR (Extra Refractive Index) glass elements to counteract optical aberrations; 3 LD (Low Dispersion) elements to minimize axial chromatic aberrations that can occur with telephoto, as well as transverse chromatic aberrations that can be an issue with wide-angle; 3 GM (glass-molded aspherical) elements; and 1 hybrid aspherical lens element that effectively neutralizes spherical aberrations and distortions to create superior image quality.

5-stop Optical image stabilisation

Built-in 5-stop optical image stabilisation helps to reduce unwanted camera shake/movements to provide sharp pictures when shooting slow shutter speeds.

eBAND & BBAR coatings for reduced ghosting and flare

The Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Gen2 lens features eBAND (Extended Bandwidth & Angular-Dependency) and BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) coatings to reduce internal reflections to combat ghosting and flare.

Protective fluorine coating

A water-and oil-repellent fluorine coating on the front element’s surface protects the lens from fingerprints, dirt and smudges and provides easy cleaning. The coating also provides an enhanced level of durability, and will sustain its effectiveness for years.

Fast and accurate autofocus

The Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens is features an Ultrasonic Silent Drive autofocus motor equipped with its own micro-processor unit. The processor features high-speed digital signal processing, achieving both excellent responsiveness to signals from the camera and high-precision AF performance.

Weather-resistant construction

In addition to the water-and oil-repellent fluorine coating, seals are located at the lens mount area and other critical locations to prevent infiltration of dust, moisture and/or rain drops.

Tap-in console compatible

With the optional TAP-in Console you can connect your lens to a pc via USB connection. Once connected you can effortlessly update your lenss firmware as well as fine-tune the autofocus and vibration compensation.

Other Features

• 9-blade circular aperture
• Lens hood with locking mechanism
• Minimum focus distance of 38cm
• Full-time manual focus override
• Electromagnetic diaphragm system