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- Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/16
- Short Telephoto Prime
- VXD Autofocus System
- 1:1 Magnification
- 9.1" Min. Focus
- Focus Limit Switch/Focus Set Button
- BBAR-G2 & Fluorine Coating
- Moisture Resistant Construction
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TAMRON 90mm macro — 45 years of evolution and continual refinement
In 1979, TAMRON introduced its groundbreaking 90mm macro lens, the SP 90mm F/2.5 (Model 52B), at a time when macro lenses were primarily used for document copying. Responding to the demand for a mid-telephoto lens with a short Minimum Object Distance (MOD), TAMRON revolutionized photography with a lens that combined macro capabilities with beautiful bokeh and exceptional image quality, making it ideal for general photography. Nicknamed “Tamukyu,” a blend of Japanese words, it quickly became a favorite among nature photographers and portrait enthusiasts. Over the years, TAMRON continued to innovate, releasing models like the SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 (Model 272E) and the SP 90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD (Model F004), culminating in the 2016 launch of the SP 90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD (Model F017). This version, with advanced digital-compatible coatings and soft, natural bokeh, remains a top choice for photographers. Now, in 2024, celebrating the 45th anniversary of the original lens, TAMRON proudly unveils the highly anticipated mirrorless version—the 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (Model F072)—continuing its legacy of brilliant performance and cutting-edge technology. |
Macro shooting at 1:1 magnification that immerses you in the macro world
This lens captures objects on the camera’s image sensor at life-size magnification, offering true 1:1 reproduction. Its F2.8 aperture and the distinctive perspective of a macro lens allow for captivating bokeh effects, adding depth and visual appeal to your images. |
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A mid-telephoto prime lens, ideal for a wide range of genresThis lens excels in multiple photography genres beyond just macro. Its F2.8 aperture is perfect for stunning portrait shots, while its close-focusing capability makes it ideal for tabletop photography. It also delivers exceptional image quality for capturing distant landscapes. When used with an APS-C camera, it effectively becomes a mid-telephoto macro lens with a 135mm equivalent focal length, all while maintaining the fast F2.8 aperture. |
Heritage of superior imaging and optical performanceTAMRON’s 90mm macro lenses have long been renowned for their exceptional resolution and beautiful bokeh, and the new 90mm F2.8 MACRO lens for mirrorless cameras upholds this legacy through an advanced optical simulation process. This lens delivers remarkable sharpness from the center to the edges while producing soft, velvety bokeh and a three-dimensional effect that enhances the subject. Its optical design includes 15 elements in 12 groups, featuring four LD (Low Dispersion) glass elements to effectively reduce light ray divergence and correct spherical and chromatic aberrations. The BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating minimizes ghosting and flare, ensuring precise detail capture even in backlit situations. Additionally, the lens is highly corrected for flat-field resolution, making it perfect for flat subjects like documents and coins by providing edge-to-edge sharpness with minimal distortion. This outstanding optical performance enables photographers to explore creative expressions across various genres, from macro shots of flowers and insects to landscapes, portraits, and even snowflake photography. |
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TAMRON's first 12-blade circular aperture for stunning circular bokeh and starburst effectsTAMRON’s first 12-blade circular aperture delivers stunning bokeh, creating an almost perfectly circular aperture when wide open. The lens offers a 1:1 to 1:4 magnification ratio within a 0.23-0.49m (9.1-19.3in) focus range, and effectively reduces vignetting in the corners of the image. Composed of spherical lens elements designed to minimize onion ring bokeh, it allows for beautifully smooth, circular bokeh. Additionally, when stopped down, the 12-blade design produces 12 rays for striking starburst effects, making it ideal for capturing scenes with point light sources, such as birthday candles or evening cityscapes. |
Compact size, just 126.5mm (5in) in length for easy carryingThe 90mm F2.8 MACRO is a mid-telephoto macro lens with a bright F2.8 maximum aperture and a compact overall length of 126.5mm (5in). Its slim design, with a maximum diameter of just 79.2mm, fits comfortably in the hand, making it easy to hold and carry. Weighing only 630g (22.2oz), this lightweight lens is ideal for extended use and portable enough to take with you anywhere. |
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New hood design with sliding window for easy filter rotationThis lens comes with a new type of lens hood featuring a sliding window for easy filter operation. The sliding window allows photographers to easily rotate filters without removing the hood, ensuring seamless adjustment and precise control over shooting conditions while maintaining the rhythm of normal camera operation. |
Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility™ softwareThe 90mm F2.8 MACRO is compatible with the dedicated TAMRON Lens Utility software (for PC and Android™ 3 OS) that was developed in-house by TAMRON4. This software allows various lens and camera settings to be assigned to the Focus Set Button located on the lens. Also, the lens's firmware5 can be updated when necessary. TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile™, which uses a smartphone, is especially useful for macro photography where a tripod is often used. New functions exclusive to the mobile version have also been added from this model. Users may customize functions of the lens or utilize unique features and enjoy various still photography and videography, thereby providing a more personalized and fulfilling shooting experience. Recommended features of the 90mm F2.8 MACRO - MF Method: You can easily fine-tune your focus by adjusting the focus ring. Customizing the rotation angle of the focusing ring facilitates fine focusing in MF (in this case, it is possible to set a rotation angle up to 720-degree). In the micro world, where precision is paramount, manual focus adjustment is essential. By utilizing this function, you can make settings that are more delicate and suitable for you. - A-B Focus： You can shift the focus back and forth between two preset focus positions that have been recorded beforehand. If you shoot video utilizing this function, moving the focus point creates movement in the image, allowing you to enjoy a macro view of the world that you would not normally be able to see. |
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Capture must-get moments with high-speed, high-precision AFThe AF drive features TAMRON's VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism, delivering high-speed, high-precision autofocus performance, the best in TAMRON’s history. With focus precision down to 0.005mm—less than a tenth the width of a human hair—it ensures smooth focusing from the minimum object distance (MOD) to infinity. The lens also excels in tracking moving subjects, making it ideal for capturing unpredictable moments like children at play or butterflies in flight, ensuring you get once-in-a-lifetime shots in perfect focus. Additionally, the near-silent operation of the linear motor makes it perfect for shooting in quiet environments, whether for stills or video. This advanced AF system shines in a variety of macro photography scenarios. |
Focus limiter switchThe lens is equipped with a focus limiter switch that can restrict the AF focus range, enabling faster focusing during AF shooting. This feature also helps prevent the lens from searching focus in full range when losing focus during close-range AF photography. |
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Precise torque for accurate MF operationThe rotational torque of the focus ring has been carefully calibrated to assist precise MF operation. This moderate torque makes fine-tuning the focus more exact and ensures that the results are accurate. |
Overall lens design for user-friendly operationOur engineers meticulously refined the structure and key components, enhancing both operability and ergonomics. The exterior of the lens features a sleek, glossy black finish, now more resistant to scratches and fingerprints due to improved abrasion resistance. The grip performance has been enhanced as well, with deeper grooves on the ring for better handling. The smoothly curved, polished surface of the brand ring adds a sense of elegance, reflecting a design that embodies both functional beauty and premium quality. |
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Unified 67mm filter sizeNearly all TAMRON mirrorless lenses have a 67mm filter size. This allows users to use the same filter among a wide range of lenses. PL and ND filters are typically expensive, so sharing saves money. Additionally, this eliminates the need to search for caps with different diameters when switching lenses. All lenses in this series are compact, lightweight and extremely portable, making it easier when carrying multiple lenses at the same time. |
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