Commack, NY—Tamron Co. Ltd. will mark the 70th anniversary of its foundation on November 1, 2020. To celebrate this milestone, Tamron USA launched a photo contest for its customers. Moreover, the Tamron User Photo Contest spans now through December 18, 2020.
Tamron USA lens users can submit an image into each of four different categories—Landscape, Wildlife, Macro and Portrait. They will then be eligible for a chance to win the grand prize of $500 and any Tamron lens of choice. Details for the contest are viewable at tamron-usa.com/70th/70th_contest.html.
Tamron User Photo Contest
To enter the contest, Tamron USA lens user may submit up to one (1) image in each category, for a total of up to four (4) entries. They must capture the photos with a Tamron lens. 
Entrants can e-mail their submissions to contest@tamron.com, using the subject line Tamron 70th Anniversary Contest (must be included to qualify). Furthermore, entrants must submit all entry photographs by December 18, 2020, 11:59 p.m. ET.
In addition, they must include their name, the lens used and image data (focal length; aperture; shutter speed; ISO). Photo(s) must be shot with a Tamron lens and submitted image(s) must have embedded EXIF data.
For complete rules, visit tamron-usa.com/70th/70th_contest.html.
What’s more, the grand prize winner will receive $500 and a choice of any Tamron lens. The company will also feature the winner in Tamron editorial in 2021.
Additionally, one runner-up per category (a total of four runners–up) will garner their choice of one of these select Tamron lenses:
- 17–28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD (model A046)
- 28–75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD (model A036)
- 28–200mm f-2.8–5.6 Di III RXD (model A071)
- 17–35mm f/2.8–4 Di OSD (model A037)
- 35–150mm f/2.8–4 Di VC OSD (model A043)
- 100–400mm Di VC USD (model A035)
- SP 90mm f/2.8 Di VC USD 1:1 Macro (model F017)
- SP 35mm f/1.4 Di USD (model F045)
The Foundation of Tamron
In 1950, Tamron’s forerunner, Taisei Optical Equipment Manufacturing, was established on the basis of the founders’ belief in the potential of light. Its corporate history began with 13 employees polishing lenses for cameras and binoculars.
“Since then, we have pursued optical technology research and technological innovation to progress to the development and design of lenses and also other components,” the company noted. “We have invented many revolutionary, original products, including items that broke new ground as the first of their kind in the industry.”
Tamron has grown into a global manufacturer of optical equipment with approximately 5,000 employees conducting development, manufacturing and sales. Today, it offers interchangeable lenses for 35mm/digital SLR cameras; interchangeable lenses for non-reflex–type cameras; camcorder lenses; digital still camera lenses; and drone lenses. Its portfolio also includes optical device units; surveillance camera lenses; FA and machine vision lenses; automotive camera lenses; camera modules; and test plates.
“We will continue to deliver the value of light in a way that is unique to Tamron; to provide excitement and reassurance with a view to further contributing and remaining vital to society for the next three decades, toward our 100th anniversary,” the company added.
You can follow Tamron’s story at tamron-usa.com/70th/.
