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Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di PZD Lens for Sony

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Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di PZD Lens for Sony
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Key Features
  • Sony A Lens Mount
  • Aperture Range: f/3.5-6.3 to f/22-40
  • Four Low Dispersion Glass Elements
  • Three Molded-Glass Aspherical Elements
The Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di PZD Lens for Sony is a wide-angle to telephoto zoom lens for Sony A-mount full-frame and APS-C cameras. It provides users with an extremely versatile all-purpose lens in a compact design and on APS-C cameras it has a zoom range equivalent of 42-450mm. Also, it has an aperture range from f/3.5-6.3 to f/22-40 across the zoom range.
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Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di PZD Overview

The Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di PZD Lens for Sony is a wide-angle to telephoto zoom lens for Sony A-mount full-frame and APS-C cameras. It provides users with an extremely versatile all-purpose lens in a compact design and on APS-C cameras it has a zoom range equivalent of 42-450mm. Also, it has an aperture range from f/3.5-6.3 to f/22-40 across the zoom range.

The 28-300mm is also capable of decent macro capabilities with a reproduction ratio of 1:3.5 when zoomed in to 300mm. This is due to a minimum focus distance of 19.3". Also, for excellent image quality, numerous special glass elements are used in the lens design in addition to Broad-Band Anti-Reflection coatings. There are one Hybrid Aspherical element, three Molded-Glass elements, four Low Dispersion elements, one Extra Refractive Index element, and one Ultra-Extra Refractive Index element.

For general use, there is a Piezo Drive autofocus system which is powered by a fast and quiet standing-wave ultrasonic motor. This allows you to quickly achieve focus for sharp images. And, included with the lens are a flower-shaped lens hood as well as front and rear lens caps.

This lens features full-time manual focus capabilities
Lens construction of 19 elements in 15 groups
Angle of view of 75°23' to 8°15' on full-frame cameras and 52°58' to 5°20' with APS-C format cameras
Uses 67mm threaded filters
Seven diaphragm blades
Moisture-resistant construction
Broad-Band Anti-Reflection coating minimize flare and ghosting for sharp, high contrast imagery
Aspherical elements work to correct spherical aberrations and limit distortion
Low dispersion elements reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in an image
XR and UXR elements help to decrease the size of the lens, enabling this zoom lens to remain compact

Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di PZD Specs

Focal Length
28 to 300mm
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5 to 6.3
Minimum Aperture
f/22 to 40
Lens Mount
Sony A
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
75° 23' to 8° 15'
Minimum Focus Distance
19.3" / 0.49 m
Maximum Magnification
0.29x
Optical Design
19 Elements in 15 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
67 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.93 x 3.78" / 74.42 x 96.01 mm
Weight
19.05 oz / 540 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.95 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.6 x 5.3 x 5"

Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di PZD Reviews

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How does this lens compare to the older Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD (gold ring model)?
Asked by: Calvin Y.
This is a great all purpose lens, it takes sharp images. I use this lens on both of my Sony a900 and Sony a99. It can be used on a full frame camera or APS -C. it's not ideal for low light pictures, keep an eye on your IS0 and you'll do fine.I am a professional photographer and I can tell you that I will be using this lens for weddings!
Answered by: Larry R.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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Is this a full frame lens? Forgive my ignorance. Thank you.
Asked by: Megan F.
Yes it is.
Answered by: Lynn E.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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If I use this lens with the full frame Sony A99ii will I keep the 28-300 rating?
Asked by: ron
Yes.
Answered by: Jose C.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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Can i use on 5d mark 3
Asked by: Anonymous
This is a Canon mount I believe you can. I use it for my Sony 7rII with adapter.
Answered by: Jose D.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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I just purchased a Sony a7Rll camera. Is this lens compatible with it? Or does it require an adaptor?
Asked by: Anonymous
An adapter such as the Sony A-Mount to E-Mount Lens Adapter (Black) B&H # SOLAEA3 is required in order for the lens to autofocus on the Sony A7R II as well as offer full exposure control. Please see the image below for reference.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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Does this Tamron zoom lens relay focal length selected to the camera body? I am using this lens on the Sony a7 with Sony LA-EA4 adapter. I want to use the Sony Playmemories Lens Compensation App. For the lens compensation app to work with a zoom lens the camera must know what focal length is selected on the lens.
Asked by: John
I use this Tamron lens on an a99 body. I do not see the focal length shown in the viewfinder or on the LCD. The focal length should be included in the metadata.
Answered by: dan s.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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Autofoco speed in A99 ? For wedding or sports. macro can do?
Asked by: Mauro Lucio A.
I use the Tamrom 28-300 in my Sony a7R. The autofocus speed is pretty decent. I have used this lens in weddings as well sports events. Im also using it now more for macro. This lens is very versatile but it has a lot of limitations, like fringing, color aberration, noise and is not really sharp. Not for professional use but great for amateur stuff. Using Photoshop and Lightroom or other photo enhancement program is a must.
Answered by: Jose D.
Date published: 2018-08-25

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Is this lens (Tamron 28-300mm for Sony) compatible with the Sony A7S cameras?
Asked by: Dimitrios
You would need the LEA-4 adapter. With that it works well and will auto focus. You do lose image stabilization as the A7S has no in body stabilization. Unless you also have A mount cameras you would be better off getting the new Sony FE 24-240mm lens. The 24-240 lens has image stabilization. It is a much heavier lens than the 28-300. I own both. I have not owned the 24-240 long enough to compare them, though my first impression of the lens is good.
Answered by: Penny C.
Date published: 2018-08-25
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