Tamron 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 DI-II VC HLD Zoom Lens, for Canon DSLRs - Refurbished by Tamron

10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD (Model B023)
Expand your options with the only compact, ultra-wideangle zoom lens offering superior optical performance and Vibration Compensation

Improved performance plus new, cutting-edge technologies

The new B023 has a zoom range of 10-24mm, the widest among ultra-wideangle zoom lenses for the APS-C cameras. It's the 35mm equivalent of covering the very wide angle range from 16mm ultra-wide angle to 37mm wide angle. With just one lens, photographers can enjoy diverse wideangle expressions, from dynamic landscapes far beyond the normal human field of vision to simple, casual snapshots. This is the perfect ultra-wideangle zoom lens for every photographer, typically after their standard zoom lens and telephoto zoom lens.

The zoom range is 2.4x, and with the maximum difference in the angles of view equaling 48 Degree 24', a wide variety of photographic functionality is unleashed, from full-blown 10mm ultra-wide angle to 24mm which is good for casual snapshots allowing for wideangle pictures with a very natural feel.

New 10-24mm Di II VC HLD Renovated optical design achieves superior optical performance across the entire zoom range
The optical design of the new Model B023 consists of 16 lens elements in 11 groups. Special lens elements are utilized in an optimum configuration of one LD (Low Dispersion) lens element, one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) glass element, one molded glass aspherical element, and one hybrid aspherical lens. While curbing an increase in the size of the optical system, the new lens very effectively compensates for a wide variety of aberrations in the entire zoom range, including transverse chromatic aberration, comatic aberration and distortions that tend to become more prominent with a wideangle lens.

Tamron's highly regarded BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating and the optical design paying close attention to internal reflections in the lens barrel also curb the effects of harmful light rays that tend to occur with a wideangle lens, achieving excellent resistance against ghosting and flare seen in backlighting situations.

The B023 provides outstanding resolving power across the entire zoom range and provides clear and crisp landscape photography.

Multiple aspherical lens elements placed in optimum positions improve the compensation for various aberrations and enhance resolution.

The cutting-edge optical design minimizes distortion and ensures very natural expressions for a wideangle lens.

The peripheral (edge-to-edge) light fall-off is very natural-looking at maximum aperture, and even better when stopped down two stops.

The peripheral (edge-to-edge) light fall-off is very natural-looking at maximum aperture, and even better when stopped down.

Even in high contrast situations, the new B023 delivers excellent edge-to-edge performance, and with its superior ability to capture a broad range of tones and gradations, gives rich expression to fine details in both the highlight and shadow regions.

In addition to capturing wide views, wideangle lenses provide unique, creative expressions by capitalizing on inherent perspective when used for close-ups, so a shorter minimum object distance is an important and useful feature. With a minimum object distance of 9.4 inches, users can take full advantage of spectacular background blur effects by opening the diaphragm.

Tamron's original BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating is highly acclaimed for its superior backlit performance, increasing light transmission and preventing lens surface reflections and dispersion. In addition, reduction of internal reflections in the lens barrel (including the coating and the layout with a light-shielding groove) provides thorough resistance to ghosting and flare and delivers flawless, crystal clear images.

In response to the requests of many customers who have asked the company to equip a wideangle lens with image stabilization, Tamron has now installed their acclaimed VC (Vibration Compensation) on the new Model B023. Optimizing the actuator and the control algorithm has made it possible to incorporate the VC, while maintaining the compact design of the previous Model B001. The VC especially enhances the photographer's freedom in handheld shooting at dusk or in a dimly lit room, and under other relatively low light conditions, as the mechanism proves particularly effective in the shooting conditions with slower shutter speeds.

With the B023, image stabilization performance of 4 stops (in accordance with CIPA standards) enables taking pictures without the need to increase ISO speed.

HLD (High/Low torque modulated Drive) is an AF drive system using a brushless motor developed and produced exclusively by Tamron. Long-life motor. Unlike a conventional DC motor, the bearing for the motor shaft is the only part with mechanical contact. An inverter circuit for conversion from DC to AC enables highly efficient rotations for low and high speeds alike. The HLD motor inside Model B023 is equipped with the Full-time Manual Focus override mechanism, so even when set to AF, a photographer can instantaneously make fine focusing adjustments by using MF.

With its excellent AF control stability and AF drive power, the HLD motor is capable of smoothly controlling the AF mechanism of Model B023 even though it's equipped with large focusing lens elements. The motor itself is small in size, and the whole unit is configured as if drawing an arc in alignment with the cylindrical lens shape. This has reduced the unit size in the radial direction, contributing to the lens's overall space-saving design. The front surface of the lens element is coated with a protective fluorine compound that is waterand oil-repellant. The lens surface is easier to wipe clean and is less vulnerable to the damaging effects of dirt, dust, moisture and fingerprints. For greater protection when shooting outdoors, leakproof seals throughout the lens barrel help protect your equipment.

While enhancing image quality, adding new functions and substantially improving the basic performance, Model B023's space-saving design has ensured an optimum configuration for components such as the VC and AF unit, thus successfully reducing overall length compared to the previous Model B001. The lightweight and compact body with outstanding ease of use will prove to be very well-balanced when attached to an APS-C DSLR camera

The optional TAP-in Console provides a USB connection to your personal computer, enabling you to easily update your lens's firmware as well as customize features including fine adjustments to the AF and VC. Compatible with Canon EOS DSLR cameras.