If you’re a photographer or videographer looking to showcase your work and win amazing prizes, Tamron’s annual photo and video contest is the perfect opportunity! With a top prize of $1,000 cash and more, this contest is designed to celebrate the creativity and skill of image-makers using Tamron lenses. Here’s all you need to know to enter and make your mark.
Contest Categories: Choose Your Specialty
The contest features five exciting categories you can enter:- Landscape
- Portrait
- Wildlife
- Macro
- Video
Each participant can submit one image in each photo category and one video in the video category, allowing you to showcase a variety of your work.
Entry Requirements for Still Images
To ensure all entries reflect the high standards Tamron is known for, there are a few specific guidelines for still images:
- Tamron Lenses Only: Only images taken with current Tamron lenses are eligible. Check the Tamron website to confirm your lens is current; photos shot with discontinued lenses will be disqualified.
- EXIF Data Required: EXIF data must be embedded in each image to confirm Tamron lens usage.
- No AI or Excessive Manipulation: AI-generated images are not allowed, and images should reflect authentic photography with only basic corrections. Over-processed images will be disqualified.
- Aspect Ratio and Format: Submit images in a 2:3 aspect ratio (horizontal or vertical only), with no panoramas or cropped formats.
- File Specifications: Images must be 10MB or less, maximum 3600px on the longest side, with a preferred 150-300 DPI in JPG format.
If necessary, Tamron may request the original RAW file, so keep it handy!
Entry Requirements for Video
If video is your medium of choice, follow these specific guidelines for your submission:
- Tamron Lenses Only: Video content must be shot exclusively with current
- Tamron lenses—no drones, action cameras, or other devices that don’t host Tamron lenses.
- Length and Quality: Videos should be between 1-5 minutes in length, with 1920x1080 resolution.
- Audio Requirements: Videos must include a voice-over and/or music with the appropriate music license available if requested.
- File Format: Submit your video in .mp4 or .mov format, no larger than 50MB. You can upload it directly to the Woobox platform. If the file exceeds 50MB, email it to [email protected] as a YouTube or Vimeo link.
How to Enter
Ready to submit? Follow these steps:
Submit your entries from October 28 through November 30, 2024 (11:59 pm ET).
Upload your files through the official contest page at Tamron Photo Contest. Only online entries will be accepted, except for certain video files as outlined above.
For larger video files, email Tamron with a YouTube or Vimeo link.
Photo & Video Awards and Prizes
Tamron’s contest offers a range of impressive prizes for winners across the categories. Here’s what you could win:
1st Place Prizes
- Photo Categories (4 Winners): One winner per still image category (Landscape, Portrait, Wildlife, Macro).
- Video Category (1 Winner): One winner selected from video submissions.
Each 1st Place Winner Receives:
- $1,000 cash prize
- Choice of select Tamron lens (valued up to $1,299.00 USD, see Tamron contest page for eligible lenses)
- Tamron SWAG bag
2nd Place Prizes
- Photo Categories (4 Winners): One winner per still image category.
Each 2nd Place Winner Receives:
- $500 cash prize
- Tamron SWAG bag
3rd Place Prizes
- Photo Categories (4 Winners): One winner per still image category.
Each 3rd Place Winner Receives:
- $300 cash prize
- Tamron SWAG bag
With prizes awarded across multiple categories, there are numerous chances to win and gain recognition. Whether your specialty is photography or videography, this contest offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work and earn valuable rewards!