Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens for Sony E
Features
- E-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
- 25.5-105mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/16
- Three Aspherical Elements
- Two Low Dispersion Elements
Description
Spanning a versatile zoom range and characterised by its bright design, the Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD is a 25.5-105mm-equivalent lens for APS-C-format Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. The wide to short-telae range is ideal for everyday shooting and the fast f/2.8 constant maximum aperture suits working in difficult lighting conditions and offers improved control over depth of field. Complementing this design is a series of specialised optics, including aspherical and low dispersion elements, that produce well-corrected imagery with high sharpness, clarity, and colour accuracy. Individual elements also feature Tamron's BBAR coating, which suppresses flare and ghosting for greater contrast when working in backlit and harsh lighting conditions.
Adding to the versatility of the zoom design is a Vibration Compensation image stabilisation system, which reduces the appearance of camera shake for steadier photo and video recording in low-light conditions. Also benefitting handling, an RXD stepping motor enables quick, near-silent autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override and a minimum focusing distance of 7.5". Suiting this lens's use in inclement weather conditions, it also features a moisture-resistant construction along with a fluorine-coated front element to protect against fingerprints and smudging.
Key Features:
Versatile zoom is designed for APS-C-format Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras and covers wide-angle to short-telephoto fields of view with its 25.5-105mm equivalent focal length range.
Bright constant f/2.8 maximum aperture affords consistent brightness throughout the zoom range and offers improved control over depth of field.
Two moulded glass aspherical elements and one hybrid aspherical element help to correct distortion and spherical aberrations to achieve a high degree of sharpness and accurate rendering.
Two LD (Low Dispersion) elements greatly reduce colour fringing and chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range in order to realise improved clarity and colour accuracy.
BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating has been applied to individual elements in order to suppress internal reflections, flare, and ghosting to achieve greater contrast and colour fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) autofocus motor delivers impressively quiet, quick, and smooth focusing performance to suit both stills and video applications. This focusing system also offers a minimum focusing distance of just 7.5" and a 1:4.8 maximum magnification for working with close-up subjects. Full-time manual focus override is also possible, and it is compatible with Sony's Direct Manual Focus function or fine-tuned manual control.
VC image stabilisation helps to minimise the appearance of camera shake for more effective handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions.
A moisture-resistant construction benefits this lens' use in inclement conditions, and a fluorine coating has also been applied to the front lens element to protect against dust, dirt, and smearing.
Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
IMPORTANT:
Please check if your camera is fully compatible with this lens via the Tamron portal: https://www.tamron.com/faq/products/checker.html
If a camera is not on the list it may still work, but might not have access to the full features of the lens.
All Cinema grade cameras are currently not compatible at this time.
Specifications
Focal Length | 17 to 70mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 25.5 to 105mm) |
Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Format Compatibility | APS-C |
Angle of View | 79° 55' to 23° 0' |
Minimum Focus Distance | 7.5" / 19 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0.21x |
Optical Design | 16 Elements in 123 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 9, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilisation | Yes |
Filter Size | 67 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 2.9 x 4.7" / 74.6 x 119.3 mm |
Weight | 1.2 lb / 525 g |
In The Box
- Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens for Sony E
- Tamron SP Front Lens Cap (67mm)
- Rear Lens Cap
- HA036 Lens Hood
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Details
- Product: Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens for Sony E
- Manufacturer: Tamron
- Model: 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
- SKU: TAB070SONY
- RM Product #: 82050
- Zoom or Prime Lens: Zoom
- Lens Mount: Sony E
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8