As a leading camera lens manufacturer, Tamron presents the 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F051) making it possible to shoot up close with a wide-angle lens. This lens is your key to the exciting universe of wide-angle photography. The wide-angle field-of-view provided by the 24mm focal length devours expansive scenery, landscapes, and urban scenes; it~s the perfect general-purpose wide-angle lens! This versatile lens suits many different shooting styles, including candid snapshots. Because it~s lightweight and compact, it~s easy to carry~and that~s a huge benefit when you must pack light or for all-day shooting adventures. The MOD (Minimum Object Distance) is only 4.7 in so you can move in close and capture one-of-a-kind shots. The F/2.8 helps you to create unique close-ups with the lens~s impressively beautiful bokeh. In addition to the F/2.8 aperture, the Model F051 is constructed using special glass materials including LD (Low Dispersion) and GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) lens elements effectively arranged to quash aberrations. The Model F051 provides outstanding optical performance across the entire frame, and delivers a sharp image, right down to the texture of the subject. With Moisture-Resistant Construction and dirt-resistant Fluorine Coating, photographers can shoot confidently outdoors. This lens opens a whole new, fascinating world of expression.