The new SP Series 35mm lens produces stunning high-resolution quality across a wide range of focusing distances. In particular, this lens features a milestone of proximity never before achieved with a standard lens – at an MOD of 0.2m*.
And with VC, photographers can now fully take advantage of the potential of optical performance from F/1.8 full open aperture. Furthermore, even in close-ups, the lens maintains a wide-angle perspective that will add context and story depth to your subject. The SP 35mm will keep pace with the photographer’s spontaneity – on the spur of the moment, with a handheld shot.
* Rated top among current 35mm fixed focal length interchangeable AF lenses for full-frame DSLR cameras excluding macro lenses (As of July 2015. Source: Tamron).
High Performance at F/1.8 Full Aperture
The open aperture is set to F/1.8 with optimized critical properties at a higher level: superb optical performance coupled with a VC system, a shorter MOD, and a well-balanced form factor. Rigorous simulation processes performed throughout the design phase are materialized in distinguished resolving power and beautifully-tuned background blur, a prominent feature to a fast-aperture, full-frame compliant optic.
Closest Focusing Distance in its Class
The SP 35mm (MOD: 0.2m) offers best-in-class close focusing*. A floating system design feature seamlessly optimizes image quality by shifting elements relative to the focus group in close shooting situations.
Of the new SP series lenses, the 35mm lens offers unique opportunities enabling shooting like a wide-angle macro lens.
* 35mm: Rated top among current 35mm fixed focal length interchangeable AF lenses for full-frame DSLR cameras excluding macro lenses (As of July 2015. Source: Tamron).
VC deployed on fast-aperture lenses dramatically enhances freedom of hand-held shooting under lime light or dim room light conditions by eliminating minute camera shake.
VC is an excellent attribute to acquire inherent high-fidelity images. In particular, cameras with high-pixel density imagers tend to pick up subtle vibrations, resulting in degradation of image quality.
The USD actuator converts ultrasonic waves into rotational motion that delivers autofocus with responsiveness, accuracy, and speed without so much as a whisper. The photographer can easily use manual focus at any point while the AF system is operating without having to fumble for a switch.
Two molded glass aspherical elements deliver planarity in field curvature. These elements ensure superb focusing uniformity over the entire field by compensating for spherical and comatic aberrations.
To further compensate for chromatic aberrations, the new SP Series lenses use an LD element, and the 35mm lens combines one LD with an XLD element. Together these elements help deliver crisp, clear images without colour fringing.
eBAND (Extended Bandwidth and Angular-Dependency) Coating and BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating both provide superior anti-reflection properties. These technologies have been adapted to each lens and provide crystal clear images by suppressing element surface reflections that lead to ghosting and flare.
The 35mm lens delivers exceptionally uniform illumination levels across the image field to avoid non-linear pattern or fall-off toward corners.
Developed for industrial optics, fluorine coating offers long-lasting oil and water resistance to the lens. Moisture and smudges wipe away, making it easy to keep your lens clean.
Specifications
Specifications
| Model | F012 |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | F/1.8 |
| Angle of View (diagonal) | 63°26’ for full-frame format 43°29’ for APS-C format |
| Optical Construction | 10 elements in 9 groups |
| Minimum Object Distance | 0.2m (7.9 in) |
| Maximum Magnification Ratio | 1:2.5 |
| Filter Size | Φ67mm |
| Maximum Diameter | Φ80.4mm |
| Length* | 80.8mm (3.2 in) Canon 78.3mm (3.1 in) Nikon 80.3mm (3.2 in) Sony |
| Weight | 480g (16.9 oz) Canon 450g (15.9 oz) Nikon 450g (15.9 oz) Sony |
| Aperture Blades | 9 (circular diaphragm**) |
| Minimum Aperture | F/16 |
| Image Stabilization Performance | 3.0 Stops (CIPA Standards Compliant) For Canon : EOS-5D MarkIII is used / For Nikon : D610 is used |
| Standard Accessories | Flower-shaped lens hood, Lens caps |
| Compatible Mounts | Canon EF mount, Nikon F mount, Sony A-mount*** Sony A-mount has been discontinued. |
Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.
* Length is the distance from the front tip of the lens to the lens mount face.
** The circular diaphragm stays almost perfectly circular up to two stops down from maximum aperture.
*** Sony mount model without VC.
All DSLR camera functions are possible when the Model F045 is attached to a mirrorless camera via the manufacture’s adapter.
Please visit our support website for details:
https://www.tamron.jp/en/support/
For information about compatibility with Nikon Z series cameras, check here
For information about compatibility with Canon EOS R series cameras, check here
For information about compatibility with other cameras, check here
Release Date
September 29th, 2015 (Canon, Nikon)
May 12nd, 2016* (Sony)
* Date of launch in Japan
