Updated Aug 17/10
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TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENSES
The standard zoom lens that comes with D-SLRs allows you to moderately zoom in
on your subject (usually 88mm in 35mm terms), but every once in a while you
need to get closer. Telephoto zoom lenses are our 2nd most popular lens type
after standard zoom lenses.
NIKKOR
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CANON
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TOKINA
Tokina AT-X 535 PRO DX 50~135mm F2.8
Canon - $839 - special order
Nikon - $839 - special order
The new Tokina AT-X 535 PRO DX lens is a 50-135 with a fast constant aperture of f/2.8. This lens gives digital photographers the similar to the industry standard 80-210 telephoto zoom lens in 35mm camera terms but is much more compact and lightweight. The lens features SD glass lens elements to correct for chromatic aberrations and focuses all colors accurately at the film plane, making the AT-X 535 PRO DX an APO lens. The front element has a newly formulated WP or “Water Proof” optical coating on the glass. This new coating makes marks such as spots left by water or finger-prints much easier to clean than standard multi-coating. Other features include a built-in tripod collar and One-touch focus clutch mechanism for fast switching between auto focus and manual focus modes.
NOTE: This lens was designed to be solely used with the smaller APS-C size image sensors of most digital SLR cameras, such as the Canon Rebel/Rebel XT/Rebel XTi/20D/30D and Nikon 40/50/70/70s/D80/D200. These lenses will not work on 35mm cameras or D-SLRs will full frame sensors.
Zoom
Range: 50-135mm
Maximum Aperture F/2.8
Minimum Aperture: F/32
Angle of view: 31° 3’ ~ 11° 8’
Optical Construction: 18E/14G
Minimum Focus Distance: 39.3 in. (1.0m)
Macro Ratio: 1:5.89
Number of Diaphragm Blades 9
Filter Size: 67mm
Dimensions: 3.07 in. (78.2mm) X L 5.32 in. (135.2mm)
Weight: 29.8 oz. (845g)
Warranty - 5 Year Canadian Warranty
TAMRON
Tamron AF 70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD (IF) Macro
Canon - $989 - special order - takes 3 to 5 business days
Nikon - $989 - special order - takes 3 to 5 business days
Sony - $989 - special order - takes 3 to 5 business days
While overall dimensions are confined to the absolute minimum, the new SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 zoom lens is packed with features that allow stress-free photography: a versatile MFD of just 37.4" over the entire zoom range; best-in-class maximum macro magnification ratio of 1:3.1 at f=200mm; and an advantageous internal focusing (IF) system. The new tele-zoom lens covers a desirable focal length range of 70mm medium telephoto to 200mm telephoto when mounted on full-size format SLR cameras and a focal length range from 109mm to 310mm* ultra telephoto when mounted on a DSLR camera with an APS-C sized imager.
Lens Construction (Groups/Elements) 13/18
Angle of View
( )=the figures when used on APS-C sized digital camera
Diagonal 34°21'-12°21' (22°33'-7°59')
Horizontal 28°51'-10°17' (18°49'-6°38')
Vertical 19°16'-6°31' (12°22'-4°15')
Diaphragm Blade Number 9
Minimum Aperture F/32
Minimum Focus Distance 37.4in.(0.95m) throughout the range
Macro Magnification Ratio 1:3.1 (at f=200mm, MFD: 0.95m)
Filter Diameter ø77
Weight 40.6oz (1150g) (without tripod mount)
Diameter x Length ø3.5 x 7.6in.
(ø89.5 x 194.3mm)
Accessory Flower-shaped Lens hood & case
Warranty - 6 Year Canadian Warranty
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