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The festive season brings unparalleled opportunities to document life's precious moments, and Tamron is making it easier than ever with its Holiday Instant Savings event. This exclusive promotion features remarkable discounts on some of the brand's most sophisticated and adaptable mirrorless lenses. From versatile all-in-one travel companions like the 18-300mm to essential tools for content creators such as the 28-75mm F/2.8 G2 and 70-180mm F/2.8 G2, these temporary price reductions offer an ideal chance to enhance your photographic equipment.
Beyond the savings, the event also spotlights brand-new additions to Tamron's lineup: the innovative 25-200mm F/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 and the pioneering 16-30mm F/2.8 G2. Whether your photographic endeavors demand wide-angle perspectives, tightly cropped details, or anything in between, now is the opportune moment to elevate your artistic expression with Tamron's cutting-edge optical technology.
The Tamron 25-200mm F/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 represents a significant evolution in all-in-one zoom lenses. This second-generation marvel expands its focal range to a wider 25mm at the starting end, integrates enhanced optical components, and boasts a faster, more precise VXD autofocus system, all while preserving a compact, travel-friendly form factor. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the 28-200mm, this G2 lens delivers superior image sharpness, a luminous F2.8 aperture at its widest setting, and an impressive 1:1.9 magnification ratio for engaging half-macro photography. It is meticulously engineered to cater to photographers and videographers of all expertise levels, providing unparalleled flexibility within a lightweight, robust casing.
This lens is distinguished by a broader 25-200mm (8x) zoom capability, commencing at a bright F2.8. Its high-speed, high-accuracy VXD autofocus ensures crisp imagery, while close focusing allows for captivating 1:1.9 macro-style shots. The design prioritizes portability, making it an excellent companion for travel. Furthermore, it is fully compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility™ software and features a moisture-resistant construction complemented by a fluorine coating for durability and ease of maintenance. Currently, this lens is available for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, priced at $899 USD.
The Tamron 18-300mm offers an extraordinary 16.6x zoom ratio, a pioneering achievement for APS-C mirrorless systems upon its introduction. It seamlessly covers a vast spectrum of focal lengths, from sweeping landscapes at wide angles to super-telephoto captures at 300mm (equivalent to 27-450mm on a full-frame sensor). Remarkably lightweight at merely 21.9oz (620g) and featuring a compact Ø67mm filter size, it stands as the perfect lens for travel and daily use, adept at documenting portraits, wildlife, sports, and family gatherings. Despite its extensive versatility, the lens consistently maintains sharp image quality across its entire zoom range and excels in close-focusing scenarios, facilitating intricate detail photography.
This lens holds the distinction of being the world's first 16.6x zoom developed for APS-C mirrorless cameras, spanning an 18-300mm range (27-450mm full-frame equivalent). It guarantees sharp, consistent image quality at every focal length and is designed to be both compact and lightweight for comfortable, all-day use during travel and adventures. Its close-focusing capability allows for detailed macro-style captures. This lens is compatible with Canon RF, Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z APS-C mirrorless cameras, with pricing starting at $599 USD after limited-time instant savings on select mounts.
Building on the esteemed reputation of the 17-28mm F/2.8, the Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 G2 extends the zoom capabilities while preserving a compact and lightweight form factor, making it an ideal choice for Sony and Nikon full-frame mirrorless camera users. Its updated optical design delivers exceptional image quality, and the high-speed VXD autofocus system ensures faster, quieter, and more precise performance. Enhanced handling, refined ergonomics, and complete compatibility with TAMRON Lens Utility™ software establish this G2 model as a versatile instrument for both still photography and video production. Engineered for maximum freedom of movement and creative flexibility, it unlocks the profound expressive potential inherent in a fast, ultra-wide-angle lens.
This ultra-wide-angle G2 zoom is specifically designed for Sony and Nikon full-frame mirrorless cameras, featuring a compact, ergonomic, and travel-friendly build. Its constant F2.8 aperture is perfect for low-light conditions and achieving creative depth of field. The high-speed, high-precision VXD autofocus ensures reliable performance, and it offers compatibility with TAMRON Lens Utility™ software. Additionally, it boasts a moisture-resistant construction and fluorine coating for enhanced durability. This lens is available for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, priced at $929 USD.
TAMRON’s 28-75mm F/2.8 G2 upholds the brand’s legacy in producing compact, fast-aperture standard zoom lenses, now available for both Sony E and Nikon Z full-frame mirrorless systems. Tailored to leverage today’s high-resolution sensors, this adaptable zoom lens delivers outstanding optical performance within a lightweight, user-friendly body. Its high-speed VXD linear motor guarantees rapid, accurate, and silent autofocus, while an impressive minimum focusing distance of 7.1 inches facilitates detailed close-up photography with a 1:2.7 magnification ratio. Ideal for everyday photography, portraits, travel, and video, the 28-75mm G2 masterfully balances performance with ease of portability.
The lens features a compact, lightweight design optimized for high-resolution imaging, providing exceptional optical performance across its entire zoom range. It includes a fast, accurate, and quiet VXD autofocus motor, with close focusing capabilities down to 7.1 inches (0.18m) and a 1:2.7 magnification ratio. Its comfortable handling makes it suitable for everyday shooting and content creation. This lens is available for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, starting at $699 USD after limited-time instant savings on select mounts.
The TAMRON 70-180mm F/2.8 G2 establishes a new benchmark for telephoto zoom lenses, integrating superior image quality, advanced autofocus performance, and remarkable portability. Despite its bright F2.8 aperture and enhanced features—including VC image stabilization—the G2 maintains its position as the world’s most compact and lightest lens in the 70-200mm category, measuring only 6.2 inches (156.5mm) and weighing just 30.2oz (855g). Its re-engineered optical system delivers even greater sharpness and clarity compared to the first-generation model, while the refined VXD autofocus provides rapid and precise focusing for portraits, action, and general telephoto photography. Both compact and powerful, the 70-180mm G2 significantly elevates versatility, mobility, and overall performance.
Recognized as the world's smallest and lightest lens in its class (70-200mm), this model boasts a completely revamped optical design for superior clarity and detail. Its bright F2.8 aperture is ideal for achieving stunning depth and bokeh, while the high-speed, precise VXD autofocus excels with moving subjects. Integrated VC stabilization ensures sharper handheld shots, and its compact, lightweight build maximizes mobility. Designed for top-tier performance, reliability, and versatility, this lens is available for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, starting at $999 USD after limited-time instant savings on select mounts. These savings are valid through January 11, 2026.



