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Google translated from Photorar:
Krasnogorsk plant them. S. A. Zvereva of the Shvabe Holding of the State Corporation Rostec officially announced the development of a new lens for the Zenitar line. This is the Zenitar 2.8 / 60 Macro lens, which will be officially shown in the fall of 2020. The start of sales is scheduled for the same time.
“ The lens is designed for shooting small objects from a short distance with a high magnification – the maximum image scale is 1: 1. The novelty is distinguished by high resolution over the field of the frame at all shooting distances, even with an open aperture. The focal length of the lens is 60 mm, the minimum distance to the photographed object is 0.23 m , ”the manufacturer notes in the release text.
At the same time, Ivan Ozhgikhin, Deputy General Director of Shvabe, said that
” the quality and level of performance of the new development is comparable to that of leading manufacturers ” and called this lens the first lens in the Zenitar line with an electronically controlled diaphragm.The official presentation of Zenitar 2.8 / 60 Macro will take place in Moscow in the fall of 2020. Also in September 2020, the Zenitar 35/2 will be announced for Sony-E cameras. Then the manufacturer commented on this future announcement as follows:
“The lens is made from 100% domestic components. Today it is presented in the E-mount version, but in the future we plan to release versions for other mirrorless cameras. Zenitar-12 will appear on the Russian market in mid-October , ”said Ivan Ozhgikhin, Deputy General Director of Shvabe.
This will be their second lens after the Zenitar 50mm f/0.95 Lens for Sony E that you can find on BHphoto.
Press text:
August 3, 2020, Commack, NY – Tamron announces the development of a new telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, the 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Model A047). The lens is planned to launch in Fall 2020.
While Tamron has manufactured many popular telephoto zoom lenses that extend to 300mm for DSLR cameras, the new 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 is the first model designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Developed with the concept of bringing the joy of easy telephoto shooting to photographers everywhere, it’s the world’s smallest and lightest 70-300mm zoom lens at 5.8 in., 19.2 oz. and maximum diameter of 77mm, and delivers exceptional image quality.
Its Moisture-Resistant Construction provides greater protection when shooting outdoors and the lens shares the 67mm filter diameter common to all members of Tamron’s lens series for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The lens also takes full advantage of in-camera features, including Sony’s Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF that support a fantastic shooting experience. The 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 is a highly practical lens that makes the excitement of telephoto shooting easier than ever before across a diverse range of shooting styles including landscapes, sports and other athletic events, wildlife, portraits, and more.
Main features
Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.
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Today is lens leak day :)
After having leaked the new Tamron 70-300mm FE (article here) we know got the first real world image of the new Sigma 85mm f/1.4 FE lens! You can see the lens is considerably smaller than the Tamron 28-75mm FE lens.
Sigma will livestream the presentation of this new lens on August 6 and I will embed the video live on SAR.
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Tomorrow Tamron will announce the new Tamron 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III FE lens! And this is the google translated text from a ruassian press release:
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August 4, 2020, Saitama, Japan – Tamron Co., Ltd. (President and CEO: Shiro Ajisaka, Headquarters: Saitama City), a leading manufacturer of optical products for a variety of applications, announces the development of a new telephoto lens for Sony E-mount mirrorless full-frame cameras – 70-300mm f / 4.5 -6.3 Di III RXD (Model A047).
| Model A047 |
| THE PRODUCT’S NAME | DATE OF SALES START |
| 70-300mm F / 4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Model A047)For Sony E mount (full frame format) | Release scheduled for fall 2020 |
Tamron has released a number of popular telephoto lenses up to 300mm for DSLR cameras, but the new Tamron 70-300mm f / 4.5-6.3 will be the first model designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The smallest and lightest * 70-300mm zoom lens (148mm length, 545g weight, 77mm maximum body diameter) delivers exceptional image quality and is designed around the concept of “enjoyable and enjoyable telephoto shooting in all conditions. from the result ”.
The moisture-resistant design ensures maximum protection for outdoor shooting, and the filter thread has a 67mm diameter, the same for all models in Tamron’s mirrorless full-frame lens series. The lens is compatible with all of Sony’s in-camera functions, including Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF, which provide fantastic capabilities. The Tamron 70-300mm F / 4.5-6.3 is a highly practical lens that makes telephoto shooting easier and more comfortable than ever before. It can be used for a wide variety of photography genres, including landscapes, wildlife, competition and other sporting events, portraits and more.
Key Features
1. The world’s smallest size and lightest weight for a comfortable and enjoyable telephoto experience.
2. Superior optical performance ensures high image quality and effective aberration correction.
3. The AF drive system adopts RXD stepper motor for high speed, high precision and quiet operation.
4. Moisture-resistant design allows for a confident and comfortable shooting experience.
Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without notice.
Information about Tamron Co. , Ltd .:
“Looking for a new look” is Tamron’s philosophy. The company specializes in the production of a wide range of original optical products, from interchangeable lenses for SLR cameras to various consumer-grade optical devices and specialized OEM solutions. Tamron manufactures optical devices for a variety of industries and is committed to leveraging its creativity and technical excellence to the benefit of its customers. In addition, Tamron takes its environmental obligations seriously and incorporates them into all aspects of its business.
Optical product line:
Interchangeable lenses for DSLR cameras, interchangeable lenses for mirrorless systems, lenses for digital cameras, camcorder lenses, lenses for drone vehicles, automotive lenses, lenses for IP cameras and CCTV systems, ultra-high-precision optical components, machine vision (FA) lenses , camera modules, test monitors and more.
* Among telephoto lenses with focal length of 300mm for mirrorless full-frame cameras (as of July 2020: Tamron)
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