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Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E
Product Code: 9242022A
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The compact and portable Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E is a full-frame lens with a broad zoom range, which features outstanding optics, vibration compensation and high-speed Autofocus.
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- Cover everything you want from wide angle to telephoto subjects, making this zoom perfect for a variety of shooting situations
- At just 610g the Tamron lens is easy to carry and highly portable for travel or longer shooting sessions
- Advanced VC and VXD technologies ensure sharp, crisp images with effective vibration control and fast, accurate autofocus
- High-quality optics deliver excellent image quality across the zoom range, with special elements reducing aberrations
- The 9-blade circular aperture creates rounded bokeh, enhancing portraits and subject separation at longer focal lengths
Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E Summary
With its signature compact design and lightweight portability, the Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E-mount is a 10.7x zoom lens for full-frame Sony mirrorless cameras. It offers a uniquely versatile wide-to-telephoto zoom range, typical of many Tamron lenses, and includes a host of user-friendly features for content creators.
These features include full compatibility with Sony AF detection systems, a high-speed VXD focus mechanism, and VC (vibration control) for steady handheld shooting at the 300mm telephoto end. Additionally, this Sony E-mount lens offers a close minimum focus distance throughout the range, along with a high 1:2.8 maximum magnification for detailed close-up shots.
The optical design incorporates special elements to deliver outstanding image quality, supported by Tamron’s anti-reflective BBAR-G2 coating, which maintains contrast and reduces flare. The lens is weather-sealed and features a compact and uniform 67mm filter thread, similar to the 50-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD, 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD, and many other models from Tamron.
Thanks to its all-in-one zoom range users can capture anything from landscapes and portraits to travel shots with a single, multi-purpose zoom lens.
Key Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Features
- 10.7x zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras
- Outstanding optical performance
- Weighs only 610g
- High speed VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism
- Equipped with VC (Vibration Compensation) for sharper handheld results at the telephoto end
- Minimum Object Distance of 0.19m and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.8 at the wide end
- Well suppressed lens flare with BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating
- Customisable Focus Set Button
- Compatible with Tamron Lens Utility™ software
- Zoom Lock mechanism
- 67mm filter size
- Moisture-resistant construction and a fluorine coating
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Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E in More Detail
Wide to telephoto 10.7x zoom lens
The most noteworthy feature of the 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VC lens is its impressive 10.7x zoom range. Tamron users have stated that 200mm often falls short for an all-in-one zoom lens, and Tamron has answered by extending the focal length of this lens to 300mm.
Despite this extended range, the zoom lens remains exceptionally portable with a highly compact design, covering all shooting situations from everyday moments to travel, landscapes, snapshots, portraits, and even sports photography. This makes for an incredibly versatile option, which is perfect for capturing virtually any subject in any situation without needing to switch lenses.
Outstanding image performance
Enjoy excellent results thanks to an optical construction composed of 20 elements in 13 groups, including one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens element and an LD (Low Dispersion) element. These effectively control chromatic aberrations and maintain image quality throughout the range.
Tamron’s BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating also helps to suppress ghosting and flare, ensuring clear images even in backlit shooting conditions. As an all-in-one zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless Alpha cameras, this potentially offers best-in-class image quality.
Compact and lightweight design
Despite an impressive 10.7x zoom range from 28mm to 300mm, the lens remains extremely compact, measuring just 126mm in length and weighing only 610g. Its compact, versatile design makes it easy to carry anywhere, which is perfect for those who prefer bring less hear and a smaller camera bag.
The lightweight build also ensures users can shoot for longer periods without fatigue, while helping to frame shots more accurately for both stills and video.
Features Tamron’s VXD linear motor focus mechanism
The 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VC lens features Tamron’s renowned VXD autofocus drive, incorporating a premium linear motor focus mechanism for fast and precise focusing across the entire 10.7x zoom range. Unlike the common perception of all-in-one zoom lenses having slow autofocus, this model is able to deliver nimble performance, allowing users to capture fleeting moments. Quiet operation makes it perfect for both photography and videography, especially in situations where silence is essential, such as during events, while capturing street shots or similar situations.
Proprietary VC Mechanism
Included alongside Tamron’s proprietary VXD is the VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism. This helps to ensure steady shots, and is particularly beneficial at the 300mm telephoto end of the 10.7x zoom range. VC effectively minimises camera shake, which is common when shooting in the telephoto range, or during low-light conditions, and allows users to capture sharp photos without the need for a tripod.
User-friendly design
A number of features combine to provide a user-friendly and versatile lens, including:
- Tamron Lens Utility for lens function customisation and firmware updates
- 67mm filter size, which is the same as most other Tamron lenses for mirrorless cameras
- Customisable Focus Set Button for assigning functions
- Enhanced design for a more user-friendly experience
- Zoom Lock mechanism
- Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating
- Compatible with Sony’s Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF
What’s in the box
- Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E-Mount
- Flower-shaped hood
- Front cap
- Rear cap
Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E Specifications
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Model |
A074 for Sony E-mount |
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Focal Length |
28-300mm |
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Maximum Aperture |
f/4-7.1 |
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Minimum Aperture |
F22-40 |
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Aperture Blades |
9 (circular diaphragm) |
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Angle of View (diagonal) |
75°23’-8°15' (for full-frame mirrorless format) |
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Optical Construction |
20 elements in 13 groups including one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) and an LD (Low Dispersion) |
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Minimum Object Distance |
0.19m (Wide), 0.99m (Tele) |
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Maximum Magnification Ratio |
1:2.8 (Wide) / 1:3.8 (Tele) |
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Filter Size |
67mm |
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Maximum Diameter x Length |
77mm x 126mm |
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Weight |
610g |
| Offers: N/A |
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| Autofocus: N/A |
| Aperture ring: N/A |
| Constant Aperture: N/A |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
| Colour: N/A |
| Diameter (mm): N/A |
| Length (mm): N/A |
| Weight (g): N/A |
| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: N/A |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 28 - 300 mm |
| Focus method: N/A |
| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: N/A |
| Groups: N/A |
| Hood supplied: N/A |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
| Lens mount: N/A |
| Lens Materials: N/A |
| Maximum focal length: 300.0 |
| Maximum magnification: N/A |
| Maximum aperture (number): N/A |
| Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
| Max Format size: N/A |
| Minimum focal length: 28.0 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): N/A |
| Minimum aperture (number): N/A |
| Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: N/A |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: N/A |
| Tripod collar: N/A |
| Lens type: N/A |
| Wide/Tele: N/A |
| Lens Level: N/A |
| Best For: N/A |
| Best For Holiday and Landscape: Yes |
| Best For Interior and Architecture: N/A |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: N/A |
| Best For Macro and Still Life: N/A |
| Best For Astro: N/A |
| Best For Street: N/A |
| Best For Wildlife and Sport: Yes |
| Zoom lock: N/A |
| Zoom method: N/A |
| Notes: N/A |
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Our Verdict
Tamron has managed to pack all of their premium technologies into a versatile 10.7x wide to telephoto zoom lens for full-frame cameras, which weighs just 610g. This is ideal whether you capture landscapes, portraits, or travel photography, providing an excellent all-in-one option that is portable, lightweight, and offers a full suite of features.
Among the most useful are the 28-300mm zoom range, which is versatile enough for almost any subject, and is backed by an optical design that delivers high image quality throughout the range. Tamron’s proprietary VC and VXD technologies help to maintain image quality by reducing camera shake, while also ensuring that the lens keeps pace with Sony’s high-performance AF system.
The circular 9-blade aperture is also worthy of a mention, as it creates smooth, rounded bokeh, making the Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E suitable for portraits and other shots where the subject benefits from being separated from the background.
With these features, this lens stands out as a comprehensive solution for photographers who demand versatility and high performance from a single, compact option.
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- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accesories that are included. If they are not listed then they will not be supplied at eh epoint of purchase.
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This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
