Tamron lenses have proved the power of third-party lens makers in the industry. The company has launched some exciting focal ranges over the year, and today, they are often one of the first choices of many photographers. It now appears that the company does not intend to stop this anytime soon, as it releases a new patent application for a popular focal range. Here is what trajectory they seem to be taking now.
The latest patent, number 2025163723, first spotted by Aosbinet, showcases a new design of the Tamron 28-70mm f2 zoom. The company notes that this large-aperture model is compact and lightweight, and was originally submitted in April 2024. However, it appears that a lens of this nature already exists in its ecosystem, but the company is now trying to change how things are with a slightly brighter lens.
Example 1
- Focal length: 28.85-67.90
- F-number: 2.06
- Angle of view: 74.9-33.8
- Image height:
- full length:
- Back focus:
The 28-70mm seems like a successor to the existing 28–75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2, which is almost four years old. Tamron has decided to reduce the focal range but aims to provide a brighter aperture across the zoom range while keeping the model small and lightweight. The document also suggests that lens design will feature a smaller diameter and will come with a compact focus drive, with better control over aberration.
In this regard, the f2 version can be exciting, as it can help photographers get that one stop of brightness in low light. Tamron has been trying to make their lenses affordable while also offering brighter apertures for the creamy bokeh. In that regard, the new lens can be helpful for photographers who do not wish to spend a lot but want the best results.
While 28-70mm lenses exist, they are only produced by Canon and Sony, both of which cost approximately $3,000. If Tamorn launches its own version, Nikon users will have an option available to them as well, and it will likely be at a much lower price point. For instnce, with the earlier version of the 28-75mm, we found the image quality t be great, there was weather sealing and it costed less than $1,000. As we said in our review, “But there isn’t a single thing bad or wrong with this lens. It boasts great image quality that you’ll really like. It innovates with the new USB port. And it retains the light weight design with a weather-sealed body. There isn’t a single thing to complain about really.”
In that regard, we have a lot of faith in a new, fast zoom lens, one that is affordable for young photographers. We hope that the company translates this into an actual product and does not leave it as just an idea. The only thing we can do is wait and watch.