Tamron issued an official statement regarding the previously reported/rumored acquisition bid by Sony:

Regarding Partial Media Reports about Our Company

Yesterday, Diamond Online published a partial report stating that there had been an acquisition proposal regarding our company. However, this was not announced by our company.

It is true that we have received a non-binding proposal from Sony Corporation concerning a series of transactions to make our company a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Sony Group. In response, we have established a special committee and are examining various options aimed at enhancing corporate value. At present, however, there are no matters that require public disclosure.

Should any matters requiring disclosure arise in the future, we will promptly announce them.

Here is the original document:

Sony to acquire Tamron?

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Today, Diamond Online (ダイヤモンド・オンライン) published an investigative scoop stating that Sony Group has proposed acquiring Tamron, aiming to acquire all of Tamron’s shares. The deal size is projected at roughly 200 billion yen (約2,000億円). No official confirmation or denial has been issued by Sony or Tamron as of the latest available information. Diamond is a long-established, respected Japanese business magazine. The article is paywalled, but here is an AI-generated recap:

Update #1: there is also a similar report from Nikkei today.

Update #2 – Tamron confirms non-binding acquisition proposal from Sony.

• Sony has been Tamron’s largest (or near-largest) traditional shareholder for years, holding around 15% in recent periods. This stake has long functioned as a stabilizing “white knight” relationship.
• Activist fund Effissimo Capital Management aggressively increased its holding (reports put it at ~17.4% earlier in 2026), potentially overtaking Sony as the top shareholder. Japanese coverage frames this as a possible defensive catalyst for Sony to move for full control.
• Tamron is already a critical partner for Sony (popular third-party lenses + historical OEM relationships). Full ownership would lock that in.
• Tamron shares (7740.T) reacted immediately in after-hours PTS trading with a sharp jump (reports of double-digit percentage gains).

Japanese coverage highlights a shift in Sony’s electronics division:

• After years of defensive restructuring (including the TV/BRAVIA separation), the division is now pursuing growth-oriented M&A.
• Strategic goal of tighter vertical integration: Sony’s industry-leading image sensors + camera bodies + Tamron’s optical design and high-volume precision manufacturing know-how.
• Protecting the E-mount ecosystem and Tamron partnership from activist pressure or any shift in Tamron’s multi-mount priorities.

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The previously reported Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 full-frame lens model A084 (Z/E) is now officially announced and available for pre-order:

• US: B&H Photo
• DE: Foto Erhardt
• UK: WEX Photo
• CA: Camera Canada

Additional information about the new lens can be found here, here, and here:

Tamron to announce a new 12-20mm f/2.8 lens for Z/E mount (model A084)

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Tamron will soon announce a new 12-20mm f/2.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount and Sony E-mount (model A084). Here are the details:

• Focal Length: 12-20mm ultra-wide zoom
• Maximum Aperture: Constant F2.8 throughout the zoom range (ideal for astrophotography, nightscapes, and interior shooting)
• Format: Di III (full-frame mirrorless)
• Angle of View: 121°58′ – 94°30′ (full-frame)
• Length: 4.7” (119.3mm) Sony E / 4.8” (121.3mm) Nikon Z
• Weight: 20.2 oz (570g) Sony E / 20.7 oz (585g) Nikon Z
• Maximum Diameter: Ø90mm
• VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism — high-speed, high-precision, and quiet
• Minimum Object Distance (MOD): 7.1” (0.18m) at 12mm wide end / 11.1” (0.28m) at tele end
• Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:5.8 (wide) / 1:9.1 (tele)
• Overwhelming 12mm perspective for dynamic, expansive scenes
• Stunning corner-to-corner resolution optimized for astrophotography and nightscapes
• Enhanced mobility for landscapes thanks to compact, lightweight design
• Comprehensive control features (switches and rings) for professional demands
• Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility for seamless video and stills customization
• 12-blade circular diaphragm for beautiful bokeh and mastery of light
• New “Tone Profile Next” lens design evolution
• Integrated flower-shaped lens hood
• Integrated rear filter holder
• Locking front lens cap
• Includes protective lens wrap
• Minimum Aperture: F16
• Diaphragm Blades: 12 (circular)
• Filter Diameter: Rear filter holder (no front thread)
• Standard Accessories: Front cap, rear cap, lens wrap, integrated hood
• Optical Construction: 17 elements in 12 groups, including 1 XGM (eXpanded Glass Molded Aspherical), 3 GM (Glass Molded Aspherical), and multiple special lens elements:
  • Effectively suppresses peripheral blurring, color fringing, and sagittal coma flare
  • Delivers high sharpness from center to extreme edges

Via NikonRumors

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