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Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Canon

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Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Canon
Key Features
  • Canon EF Lens Mount
  • For Cameras with APS-C Sensors
  • 25.6-480mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/3.5-6.3 to f/22-40
The Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Canon is a wide-angle to telephoto zoom lens for Canon EF-mount APS-C cameras that features a versatile 35mm equivalent focal length of 25.6-480mm. This provides users with an extremely wide-angle and super telephoto lens in one convenient package. 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 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Overview

The Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Canon is a wide-angle to telephoto zoom lens for Canon EF-mount APS-C cameras that features a versatile 35mm equivalent focal length of 25.6-480mm. This provides users with an extremely wide-angle and super telephoto lens in one convenient package. Also, it has an aperture range from f/3.5-6.3 to f/22-40 across the zoom range.

The 16-300mm is also capable of decent macro capabilities with a reproduction ratio of 1:2.9 when zoomed in to 300mm. This is due to a minimum focus distance of 15.3". Also, for excellent image quality, numerous special glass elements are used in the lens design. There are one Hybrid Aspherical element, three Molded-Glass elements, two 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. There is also Vibration Compensation which provides optical image stabilization that reduces camera shake at slow shutter speeds and longer focal lengths. And, included with the lens are a flower-shaped lens hood as well as front and rear lens caps.

Enhanced support for contrast-detection autofocus and when using Live View modes. Also, this lens has full-time manual focusing capabilities
Lens construction of 16 elements in 12 groups
Angle of view of 82°12' to 5°20'
Uses 67mm threaded filters
Seven diaphragm blades
Moisture-resistant construction
High quality lens coatings minimize ghosting and flares in order to provide sharp, high contrast images
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
UPC: 725211016014

Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACROSpecs

Focal Length
16 to 300mm (35mm Equivalent: 25.6 to 480mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5 to 6.3
Minimum Aperture
f/22 to 40
Lens Mount
Canon EF
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
82° 12' to 5° 20'
Minimum Focus Distance
15.3" / 0.39 m
Maximum Magnification
0.34x
Optical Design
16 Elements in 12 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
67 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.95 x 3.92" / 74.93 x 99.57 mm
Weight
19 oz / 539 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.885 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.6 x 5.3 x 4.95"

Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Reviews

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Is this compatible with cannon 80d and do you ...

Is this compatible with cannon 80d and do you think it is better than 18-400
Asked by: April
Yes, both the 18-400 and 16-300 are compatible. Both are quite similar, but the 18-400 is slightly larger and heavier due to its slightly longer range/optical design and vibration compensation (VC) mechanisms.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2021-04-12

Will this lens work with a Fringer Lens Mount ...

Will this lens work with a Fringer Lens Mount Adaptor for EF mount lens to a Nikon Z camera?
Asked by: Richard
Please see: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1538678-REG/fringer_fr_nz1_autofocus_lens_adapter_for.html/?ap=y&smp=y&msclkid=2fc7436878241fedadb3235ce8a17ca6 based upon this description it seems to me that the Tamron 16-300 for Canon should work with the adapter, However I have no first hand knowledge or experience with this issue. For a more definitive answer I would suggest that you contact Fringer although it doesn't seem obvious how one would do that. Despite the fact that they are a Chinese company they may have an office or an importer here in the US if you could locate them. B&H has a 30 day return policy. If it doesn't work return it.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2021-02-23

does this lens work with canon 5d mark iii?

does this lens work with canon 5d mark iii?
Asked by: Ki
No, the Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Canon is not compatible for use with the Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR camera. The Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR camera has a full-frame sensor, while the Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Canon is designed for cameras that use the smaller EF-S sensor. Attempting to use the Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO Lens for Canon on the Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR camera runs the risk of damaging the rear lens element on the lens, the reflexing lens inside the camera, or both, and is not recommended.
Answered by: Manzell
Date published: 2019-11-04

mc-11 compatibility?

mc-11 compatibility?
Asked by: Enrique
Unfortunately the Tamron 16-300mm is not compatible with the Sigma MC-11 adapter. However, you can use the Sigma 18-300 plus the MC-11 adapter. Please take a look at the following link: https://bhpho.to/2dah5D7
Answered by: Dan
Date published: 2019-08-05

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Would this lens work with a Nikon D40x ?
Asked by: Ronald
It will work with a Nikon d40x.
Answered by: Reuben
Date published: 2019-08-01

Will tamron 16-300mm Lens compatible with canon ...

Will tamron 16-300mm Lens compatible with canon eos sl2? Or need firmware upgrade?
Asked by: sameh
This lens would be compatible with the Canon EOS SL2.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2019-07-03

How do the Tamron 16-300 mm and 18-400 mm lenses ...

How do the Tamron 16-300 mm and 18-400 mm lenses compare for sharpness, CA, etc?
Asked by: Greg
The 18-400mm has the greater reach however it has CA. The 16-300mm has less reach but less CA plus macro and is much wider with 16mm. I would consider the 16-300mm myself.
Answered by: Dennis A
Date published: 2020-09-06

Is the Tamron 16-300 mm lens compatible with the ...

Is the Tamron 16-300 mm lens compatible with the TAP-in console?
Asked by: Greg
Unfortunately, this lens cannot be used with the TAP-In Console.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2019-05-17
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