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Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 Lens for Sony E

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Tamron
Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 Lens for Sony E
Key Features
  • E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • Three Low Dispersion Elements
  • One Aspherical Element
Offering a new take on a popular wide-angle focal length, the Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 is sleek and lightweight prime designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. By utilizing a modest f/2.8 maximum aperture, this lens is able to remain impressively sleek, making it ideal travel shooting applications. Also contributing to its versatility is a half life-size 1:2 maximum magnification ratio and 4.7" minimum focusing distance for working with close-up subjects. An OSD stepping motor achieves fast and near-silent autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override. Additionally, the lens sports a moisture-resistant physical design along with a fluorine coating to suit working in inclement conditions.
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Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III Overview

Offering a new take on a popular wide-angle focal length, the Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 is sleek and lightweight prime designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. By utilizing a modest f/2.8 maximum aperture, this lens is able to remain impressively sleek, making it ideal travel shooting applications. Also contributing to its versatility is a half life-size 1:2 maximum magnification ratio and 4.7" minimum focusing distance for working with close-up subjects. An OSD stepping motor achieves fast and near-silent autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override. Additionally, the lens sports a moisture-resistant physical design along with a fluorine coating to suit working in inclement conditions.

Wide-angle prime is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, however is also suitable for use with APS-C models where it provides a 36mm equivalent focal length.
Modestly bright f/2.8 maximum aperture strikes a balance between being suitable for working in available lighting conditions and realizing an impressively compact and lightweight profile.
Three LD (Low Dispersion) elements reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing in order to produce increased clarity and color fidelity.
One molded glass aspherical element suppresses distortion and spherical aberrations for greater sharpness and more accurate rendering.
BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) coating has been applied to lens elements to reduce surface reflections and prevent lens flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color accuracy.
Ideal for close-up shooting, this lens offers a half life-size 1:2 maximum magnification along with a minimum focusing distance of 4.7" to suit working at near distances.
OSD stepping motor offers especially quiet, fast, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.
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 seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
UPC: 725211510017

Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III Specs

Focal Length24mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Lens MountSony E
Lens Format CoverageFull-Frame
Angle of View84° 4'
Minimum Focus Distance4.7" / 11.94 cm
Maximum Magnification0.5x
Macro Reproduction Ratio1:2
Optical Design10 Elements in 9 Groups
Diaphragm Blades7, Rounded
Focus TypeAutofocus
Image StabilizationNo
Filter Size67 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)2.87 x 2.5" / 73 x 63.5 mm
Weight7.6 oz / 215 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.12 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.2 x 5.7 x 4.7"

Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III Reviews

Great Urban Exploration Setup

By Edward
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-17

Purchased this as a fast prime for slipping into a sling pack for around town adventures. Serves that purpose wonderfully. Durability to be determined as this will see a lot of service.

Just right for my needs

By Phil
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-16

I originally purchased a Rokinon 24mm from B&H but found the focusing slow and not terribly accurate. I was advised by the B&H tech advisor that I'd probably find the Tamron more to my liking and it was like night and day. I was so surprised at the difference. In comparison, the only advantage in the Rokinon was the weight. The Tamron is a bit heavier but the macro capability and the sharp images make this a terrific purchase.

super macro 24mm)

By Konul
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-14

very good for its value

Excellent lens

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-11-28

This lens is very sharp wide open with little perceptible fall off in the corners, and it produces images that are beautiful in appearance. I'm planning to buy the 35mm lens in the same series.

Sharp and Extreme Value

By Patrick
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-10-21

I work mostly on landscapes and architecture shoots. Debated the Sony 24mm and the Tamron. No regrets. Have used it on several jobs already and it has performed well. Not the fastest AF, but I don't need it to be.

Amazing Image Quality

By Ari
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-08-28

I only shoot infrared digital with converted cameras, so it's hard to find lenses that don't exhibit some kind of hotspot. Some are worse than others, and there are none that are hotspot-free. Along came this Tamron, and I'm blown away by the sharpness, contrast, weight and handling of this lens. And it shows no hotspots at any aperture. I'm a fan of this lens series now and will be getting more of them as budget permits. They're excellent lenses and a great value.

Cost and benefit

By Hernandez
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-09

I've used it twice so far. I recommend this lens for its size and reduced weight. Sharp images, albeit with large barrel distortion that can be corrected in editing. As a result, it was worth the investment.

Sharp and compact

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-24

Nice focal length for my sony apsc becomes a general street photography lens. Not too wide at 36mm equivalent.

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Asked by: Paul
Yes, you will get a 36mm field of view. I can confirm that this lens will resolve very well on an a6400.
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