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Tamron has announced the 28-300mm F4-7.1 Di III VC VXD, a stabilized superzoom lens for Sony full-frame E-mount cameras.
It’s a third of a stop slower than the most recent DSLR version of the lens (the 2014 PZD version), yet is slightly larger and slightly heavier. It uses a “VXD” voice-coil linear motor and VC stabilization system, though Tamron doesn’t quote a figure for its effectiveness (which presumably varies depending on the camera it’s mounted on).
The lens features 20 elements in 13 groups, including one XLD extra-low dispersion and one LD low dispersion element. It also uses Tamron’s BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) coatings to minimize ghosting and flare.
Minimum focus distance is 0.19m (7.5″) at the wide end and 0.99m (39″) at the tele end, giving a 1:2.8 maximum reproduction ratio at 28mm, rising to 1:3.8 at the 300mm end.
It weighs 610g (21.5oz), is 126mm (5″) long at its shortest, and 77mm () in diameter. It accepts 67mm filters.
Price and availability
The 28-300mm F4-7.1 Di III VC VXD will be available from the end of August at a recommended price of $899.
Press Release:
TAMRON Announces the Launch of the 10.7x All-in-One Zoom Lens
28-300mm F/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD (Model A074)
Commack, NY – Tamron announces the launch of the 28-300mm F4-7.1 Di III VC VXD (Model A074), a 10.7x all-in-one zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras on August 29, 2024, at $899 USD / $1,199 CAD.
The TAMRON 28-300mm F4-7.1 VC is an all-in-one zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. This lens covers a broad focal length range from 28mm wide-angle to 300mm telephoto with superior imaging performance. It achieves a zoom ratio of 10.7x with a length of just 5” (126mm) and weighs only 21.5 oz. (610g). The lens is equipped with the VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism, enabling it to focus quickly and accurately throughout the entire zoom range. The lens also features TAMRON’s VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism to ensure sharp hand-held images when shooting at the 300mm telephoto end and in low-light conditions. With an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 7.5” (0.19m) and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.8 at the wide end, the lens allows users to enjoy the world of wide macro photography. It includes a Focus Set Button and a connector port for the dedicated TAMRON Lens Utility™ software independently developed by TAMRON to expand the scope of expression for still images and video. The lens features Moisture-Resistant Construction, and the front element has a protective Fluorine Coating. The new 28-300mm F4-7.1 VC lets users take photos in an extremely wide range of situations with just one lens.
Product Highlights
1. 10.7x zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras that covers the focal length range from 28mm wide-angle to 300mm telephoto
The greatest feature of the 28-300mm F4-7.1 VC is its 10.7x zoom focal length range. In response to users stating that 200mm is not quite long enough at the telephoto end for an all-in-one zoom lens, TAMRON has extended the focal length to 300mm. Exceptionally portable, the lens features a highly compact design. This single lens allows shooting in everyday life and during travel, including landscapes, snapshots, portraits and sports photography. It’s an extremely versatile lens that lets users take photos in any situation of any subject without changing lenses.
2. Outstanding imaging performance
This new TAMRON zoom has an optical construction of 20 elements in 13 groups. It includes one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens element and an LD (Low Dispersion) lens element to efficiently control aberrations such as chromatic aberration. The BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating suppresses ghosting and flare, producing clear images even in backlit conditions. It boasts best-in-class image quality as an all-in-one zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras.
3. Lightweight and compact lens body
Despite covering a 10.7x focal length range from 28mm wide-angle to 300mm telephoto, the lens is very compact, with a length of only 5” (126mm) and a weight of 21.5 oz. (610g). Small and versatile, it can be casually carried anywhere, and users are unlikely to tire even after long hours of shooting. It’s ideal for people who want to carry a smaller camera bag. Additionally, the lens makes it easy to frame accurately when shooting still and moving images while zooming in and out, such as sports and wildlife, and is designed to be comfortable to use.
4. Equipped with VXD, TAMRON’s top-class linear motor focus mechanism
The 28-300mm F4-7.1 VC is equipped with the VXD autofocus drive that includes TAMRON’s premium linear motor focus mechanism to ensure that the focus is attained quickly and accurately throughout the 10.7x zoom range. Upending the stereotype of all-in-one zoom lenses having slow autofocus, its nimble operation allows users to capture more fleeting photo opportunities. The quietness supports photography and videography in conditions that require silence.
5. TAMRON’s proprietary VC mechanism
Although it’s compact, the 28-300mm F4-7.1 is equipped with TAMRON’s proprietary VC mechanism that lets users take steady photos, especially at the 300mm telephoto end of its broad 10.7x range. VC effectively suppresses camera shake that often occurs when shooting in the telephoto range or under low-light conditions, thereby helping users take sharp photos without a tripod.
6. Proprietary software tool TAMRON Lens Utility for lens function customization and firmware updates
7. High convenience and operability
- 67mm filter size, same as most other TAMRON lenses for mirrorless cameras
- Focus Set Button for assigning camera function and TAMRON Lens Utility function
- Enhanced overall lens design for user-friendly operation
- Zoom Lock mechanism
8. Protective features (Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating)
9. Compatible with many camera-onboard features and functions, including Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF
Tamron 28-300mm F4-7.1 Di III VC VXD specification
| Principal specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF |
| Focal length | 28–300 mm |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
| Lens mount | Sony E, Sony FE |
| Aperture | |
| Maximum aperture | F4–7.1 |
| Minimum aperture | F22–40 |
| Aperture ring | No |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 |
| Aperture notes | Circular aperture |
| Optics | |
| Elements | 20 |
| Groups | 13 |
| Focus | |
| Minimum focus | 0.19 m (7.48″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.36× |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Motor type | Linear Motor |
| Distance scale | No |
| DoF scale | No |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 610 g (1.34 lb) |
| Diameter | 77 mm (3.03″) |
| Length | 126 mm (4.96″) |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) |
| Power zoom | No |
| Zoom lock | Yes |
| Filter thread | 67 mm |
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