Tamron unveils compact 35–100mm f/2.8, Lens Utility 5.0, Tamron-LINK

Tamron has announced the 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A078) for Sony E and Nikon Z full-frame mirrorless, with an on-sale date of March 26, 2026 and U.S. MSRPs of $899 for Sony E and $929 for Nikon Z. Tamron Americas frames the lens as “The Beauty of F2.8, in the Palm of Your Hand,” pitching a compact alternative to the company’s larger 35-150mm f/2–2.8 zoom.

Measured for the Sony E mount, Tamron lists a physical length of 4.7 inches (119.2 mm) and a weight of 19.9 oz (565 g). Optical specs include a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture through to f/22, a rounded 9-blade diaphragm, and a unified 67 mm filter thread. Minimum focus distance at the wide end is 8.7 inches (0.22 m), with retailer and distributor listings giving a full MOD range of 8.7 to 25.6 inches across the zoom range.

Autofocus uses Tamron’s VXD linear motor; company materials and retailer copy describe the system both as “VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme Drive) linear motor” and as “VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor.” Tamron Americas states the drive “provides fast, precise AF to capture natural expressions,” positioning the lens for portraiture, candid work, travel and hybrid photo/video use. GlobeNewswire and B&H highlight the focal selection—35 mm, 50 mm and 85 mm—as intentionally focused on portrait-friendly lengths and call out the lens as “a remarkably portable option for the traveling photographer” at 4.7" and 19.9 oz.

Tamron emphasizes protective and handling features including moisture-resistant construction, a fluorine coating, and an ergonomic exterior for “comfortable handling for everyday and special moments.” Tamron’s product feature list names “Close-Up Creativity” for indoor photography and notes the lens’ high resolution and bokeh rendering aimed at “rendering skin texture with clarity.”

Software and accessory support is a key part of the package. Tamron states the lens is compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility and the TAMRON Lens Utility Mobile app for Android and iOS. Tamron also released a small wireless adapter, TAMRON‑LINK, described in retailer copy as “This small USB-C device enables compatible lenses to operate wirelessly in both video and stills applications with Bluetooth 5.4.” B&H and other retailers list the TAMRON‑LINK at $50 and show preorder availability for the lens and accessory ahead of the March 26 on-sale date.

For promo images and media inquiries Tamron Americas provides a contact: Kaitlyn Arnold at arnold@tamron.com. Tamron’s global press lists the company headquarters in Saitama City and names Shogo Sakuraba as President & CEO on the February 19, 2026 announcement.