Tamron has officially announced the new 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD lens for Sony E-mount, the US price for this lens is $549, now available for pre-order at B&H Photo Video/Adorama. The release date for this lens is in late October, 2020.
Press release:
The world’s smallest and lightest telephoto zoom that allows you to easily enjoy a telephoto of 300 mm * 1)
Full-frame mirrorless telephoto zoom
“70-300mm F / 4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Model A047)”
will be released on October 29, 2020
Tamron Co., Ltd. (President: Shiro Asaka, Headquarters: Saitama City), a comprehensive optical equipment manufacturer, has announced that it is a telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount compatible with 35mm full-size mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras, “70-300mm F / 4.5-6.3 Di”. III RXD (Model A047) ”(hereinafter referred to as Model A047) will be released on October 29, 2020. Due to the impact of the new coronavirus infection in the future, there is a possibility that the release date will be revised and the supply will be delayed.
The Model A047 to be released this time is the first telephoto zoom that covers 300mm for our full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera. Based on the concept of “I want you to enjoy telephoto easily,” we have achieved the world’s smallest and lightest * 1) high-quality telephoto zoom lens for full-size mirrorless cameras in the 300mm class .
In addition, we have adopted a simple drip-proof structure that takes into consideration outdoor shooting. The filter diameter is φ67mm, which is the same as our full-size mirrorless large-diameter zoom lens series. It also supports various camera functions such as “Fast Hybrid AF” and “Eye AF” installed in Sony cameras, and has a full range of functions to support comfortable shooting. It is a highly practical lens that makes it easier than ever to enjoy telephoto photography such as landscape photography, sports, aircraft, railroads, and athletic meet.