Tamron has announced that they are developing a 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD lens for Nikon Z mount. The lens is being touted as a fast and versatile zoom that could be used for a variety of applications.
Tamrom claims that this will be the first zoom lens for Nikon Z mount to have a maximum aperture of F2. 35-150mm is a pretty usable range and for a lot of video shooters, this will be an interesting lens to consider.
If the 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD sounds familiar it should. Tamron already makes this lens in Sony E mount.
Key features
- The world’s first F2-2.8 fast-aperture zoom lens
- Versatile zoom range provides seamless shooting from wide-angle 35mm to telephoto 150mm
- Outstanding optical performance throughout the zoom range
- Fast, quiet VXD linear motor mechanism for high-speed and high-precision autofocus
- Expanded versatility with excellent close-range shooting performance
- TAMRON Lens UtilityTM expands the possibilities of still photography and video shooting
- Moisture-Resistant Construction, Fluorine Coating, and Hood Locking Mechanism for greater convenience
The lens incorporates the VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism, which is claimed to provide very high-speed and high-precision autofocus for a fast-aperture lens. It also incorporates a new design with the aim of enhancing operability and ergonomics.
The 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD is planned to be launched in the northern hemisphere fall this year. While there is no current indication of pricing, the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E retails for $1,899 USD, so it is safe to assume the Nikon Z mount version will also be a similar price.
This lens is developed, manufactured, and sold under the license agreement with Nikon Corporation.
