Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK
Key Specifications
- Model: Tamron 100-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD (Model A035)
- Lens Type: Ultra Telephoto Zoom Lens
- Lens Mount: Nikon F
- Camera Compatibility: Nikon Full-Frame (FX) & APS-C (DX) DSLR Cameras
- Focal Length: 100-400mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/4.5-6.3
- Minimum Aperture: f/32-45
- Autofocus Motor: USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive)
- Image Stabilization: VC (Vibration Compensation) – Up to 4 Stops
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.5m
- Maximum Magnification: 1:3.6
- Filter Size: 67mm
- Weight: Approx. 1,115g
- Lens Construction: 17 Elements in 11 Groups
- Diaphragm Blades: 9 (Rounded)
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Overview
The Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK is a lightweight professional ultra-telephoto zoom lens designed for Nikon F-mount DSLR cameras. It provides an impressive 100-400mm focal range, making it an excellent choice for wildlife, bird, sports, aviation, safari, and outdoor photography where long-distance shooting is essential.
Unlike many lenses in its class, the Tamron 100-400mm is remarkably compact and lightweight, allowing photographers to comfortably carry it during long shooting sessions or while traveling. Tamron's advanced optical engineering combines Low Dispersion (LD) glass elements with premium lens coatings to produce sharp, high-contrast images with excellent color reproduction across the zoom range.
The built-in VC (Vibration Compensation) system helps minimize camera shake for handheld photography, while the USD autofocus motor ensures fast and precise subject tracking. The lens also features moisture-resistant construction, fluorine coating, and compatibility with the Tamron TAP-in Console for firmware updates and autofocus customization.
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Price in Kenya
| Product | Price (KSh) |
|---|---|
| Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK | 86,300 |
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Full Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Tamron |
| Model | A035 |
| Lens Type | Ultra Telephoto Zoom |
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Focal Length | 100-400mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5-6.3 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32-45 |
| Autofocus Motor | USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) |
| Image Stabilization | VC (Up to 4 Stops) |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.5m |
| Maximum Magnification | 1:3.6 |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Weight | Approx. 1,115g |
| Lens Construction | 17 Elements in 11 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 Rounded |
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Features
- Ultra-telephoto 100-400mm zoom range
- Lightweight design for easy portability
- VC image stabilization with up to 4 stops of shake compensation
- Fast and accurate USD autofocus motor
- Three Low Dispersion (LD) glass elements
- eBAND and BBAR anti-reflective coatings
- Moisture-resistant construction
- Fluorine-coated front element
- Compatible with Tamron TAP-in Console
- Optional Arca-Swiss compatible tripod mount
- Compatible with Tamron 1.4x teleconverter
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Optical Performance
- Delivers outstanding sharpness throughout the entire 100-400mm zoom range, making it suitable for capturing distant wildlife, birds, aircraft, and sporting events with excellent detail.
- Three Low Dispersion (LD) elements significantly reduce chromatic aberration and color fringing, resulting in cleaner and more accurate images.
- eBAND and BBAR coatings effectively minimize flare and ghosting, helping maintain high contrast and vibrant colors when shooting into bright light.
- Produces natural color rendition with impressive clarity, making it ideal for professional wildlife and landscape photography.
- The rounded 9-blade diaphragm creates pleasing, smooth background blur (bokeh), allowing subjects to stand out against softly defocused backgrounds.
- Maintains excellent center sharpness even at maximum focal length, while edge sharpness remains consistently strong across the frame.
- Performs exceptionally well for daylight photography where long telephoto reach and image quality are priorities.
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Autofocus Performance
- USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) autofocus motor delivers fast, accurate, and nearly silent autofocus performance.
- Tracks fast-moving subjects efficiently, making it ideal for wildlife, birds in flight, aviation, and sports photography.
- Internal focusing system maintains the lens length during focusing, improving balance and handling.
- Full-time manual focus override allows quick manual adjustments without switching autofocus modes.
- Dual MPU processing enhances autofocus speed while optimizing the VC stabilization system.
- Focus acquisition remains reliable even when zoomed to 400mm, helping photographers capture unpredictable subjects with confidence.
- Quiet autofocus operation also makes the lens suitable for video recording and nature photography where minimal noise is preferred.
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Design & Build Quality
- Built using a combination of magnesium alloy and high-quality engineering plastics for an excellent balance of durability and lightweight portability.
- Weighing approximately 1,115g, it is one of the lightest 100-400mm lenses available for DSLR cameras, making it comfortable for handheld shooting.
- Moisture-resistant sealing helps protect the lens from light rain, dust, and challenging outdoor environments.
- Fluorine coating on the front element repels water, fingerprints, oil, and dust, making cleaning quick and easy.
- Precision zoom and focus rings provide smooth, accurate operation for both photography and video applications.
- Compact dimensions make it easy to carry on wildlife expeditions, hiking trips, safaris, and travel assignments.
- The optional Arca-Swiss compatible tripod mount improves balance and stability during extended telephoto shooting sessions.
- The rugged construction is designed to withstand demanding outdoor use while maintaining dependable long-term performance.
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Compatibility
This lens is compatible with:
- Nikon D850
- Nikon D810
- Nikon D780
- Nikon D750
- Nikon D610
- Nikon D500
- Nikon D7500
- Nikon D7200
- Nikon D5600
- Nikon D3500
- Other Nikon FX and DX DSLR cameras
- Nikon Z-series mirrorless cameras using the Nikon FTZ Mount Adapter
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Ideal Use
- Wildlife photography
- Bird photography
- Safari photography
- Aviation photography
- Sports photography
- Nature photography
- Outdoor events
- Travel photography
- Landscape compression photography
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Excellent 100-400mm zoom range | Variable maximum aperture |
| One of the lightest lenses in its class | Tripod mount sold separately |
| Fast and quiet USD autofocus | Best suited for good lighting conditions |
| Effective 4-stop VC image stabilization | Requires FTZ adapter for Nikon Z mirrorless cameras |
| Excellent sharpness and color reproduction |
Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK Conclusion
The Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F-TAM100400F4563NIK is an outstanding ultra-telephoto zoom lens that combines impressive reach, excellent optical quality, fast autofocus, and effective image stabilization in an exceptionally lightweight design. Whether photographing wildlife on safari, birds in flight, sporting events, or distant landscapes, this lens delivers dependable professional performance. At KSh 86,300, it offers exceptional value for photographers seeking a high-performance telephoto lens without the size and weight of larger professional alternatives.
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| Shop Location | Kenya |
