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Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E

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Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E
Key Features
  • E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/22
  • Low Dispersion Front Element
  • BBAR Broad-Brand Anti-Reflection Coating
With a dynamic telephoto zoom range and compact profile, the 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E from Tamron provides a popular telephoto zoom range for the full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. This lens spans a useful short- to long-telephoto range and measures just 5.8" in length with a maximum diameter of 3", and it weighs just 1.2 pounds. It offers optical performance with aberration correction that delivers high image quality. Tamron's RXD stepping motor unit provides high-speed, high-precision, and quiet operation and takes full advantage of in-camera features including Sony's Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF functions. The 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 is a highly practical telephoto zoom lens that performs across a diverse range of shooting styles including sports and other athletic events, wildlife, portraits, and more.
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Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Overview

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With a dynamic telephoto zoom range and compact profile, the 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E from Tamron provides a popular telephoto zoom range for the full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. This lens spans a useful short- to long-telephoto range and measures just 5.8" in length with a maximum diameter of 3", and it weighs just 1.2 pounds. It offers optical performance with aberration correction that delivers high image quality. Tamron's RXD stepping motor unit provides high-speed, high-precision, and quiet operation and takes full advantage of in-camera features including Sony's Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF functions. The 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 is a highly practical telephoto zoom lens that performs across a diverse range of shooting styles including sports and other athletic events, wildlife, portraits, and more.

Versatile telephoto zoom is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras and can also be used with APS-C models where it will provide a 105-450mm equivalent focal length range
RXD stepping motor unit provides high-speed, high-precision, and exceptionally quiet operation that takes full advantage of in-camera features including Sony's Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF features plus direct manual focus
15 elements in 10 groups with one LD (low dispersion) lens element precisely arranged to suppress axial chromatic and other aberrations that are likely to occur with telephoto zoom lenses
Compatible with in-camera shading, chromatic aberration, and distortion lens correction functions
Minimum focusing distance of 31.5" to suit working with close-up subjects
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality
A high-strength aluminum-magnesium alloy and moisture-resistant construction benefits this lens' use in inclement conditions
Camera-based lens firmware updates via dedicated TAMRON Lens Utility software
UPC: 725211470014

Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
70 to 300mm
Maximum Aperture
f/4.5 to 6.3
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
67 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/4.5 to 6.3
Minimum Aperture
f/22 to 32
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
34° 21' to 8° 15'
Minimum Focus Distance
31.5" / 0.8 m
Optical Design
15 Elements in 10 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
67 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
3 x 5.8" / 77 x 148 mm
Weight
1.2 lb / 545 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.99 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.9 x 5.9 x 5.5"

Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Reviews

Great lens for general use

By Bradley
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-22

I purchased this Tamron lens to complement my Nikon z 28-75mm lens for my European vacation. I have a Z6II body and the set up worked great. I did noticed that I had to raise my ISO in order to get faster exposure times and minimize camera shake. But not a big deal, since it actually helped me practice on my exposure triangle and the Z6II can handle a higher ISO. I didn't notice any degradation over 200mm as some others have mentioned. Overall, I'm pretty happy with the purchase. The f/4.5-6.3 f-stop hasn't been an issue since I wasn't planning to use this for late night photography. Will I get more expensive zoom lens with a wider f-stop in the future? Probably, but this camera meets my amateur photography needs for now.

Very good telephoto lens

By Virge
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-23

I purchased this lens to replace the use of my Nikon 70-300 VR and FTZ adapter. I was looking for a lighter solution for a telephoto for travel. I like the way it fits and handle on my Nikon Z6. A bonus with this lens is that this Tamron is sharper than my Nikon above about 230 mm. I think I will "retire" my Nikon. I am old school - Nikon cameras with Nikon lens. This Tamron 70-300 is making me rethink that thought.

Awesome Lens

By Christiaan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-19

This lens is better then factory sony lens. I love using this lens. Pictures are amazing. Will definitely invest in more Tamron products.

Very underrated Nikon Z lens

By Kiran
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-17

I shoot mostly landscape, nature, travel, and street photography, and I was looking for a smaller and lighter telephoto lens. Currently shooting with a Nikon Z7. I took this lens on my last trip and it performed very admirably. Very easy to use, the shots are incredibly sharp. I do need to do some post-processing to brighen the photos up, but I think that is definitely worth it for a sub-$1000 lens.

Nice reach

By William D.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-16

Using this on a Nikon Z7II camera. It's sharp, easy to mount, and lightweight despite its length.

I like it.

By sarah
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-05

I've had this lens for a couple weeks now and so far, I like it. For the price, I am satisfied with the capabilities. If you buy this lens knowing it is not going to be the same quality as a $2,500+ native lens, I don't think you're going to be disappointed in it. It can be a little slow to focus and sometimes focus is a little soft, but that is probably more from user error on my end than the actual lens itself. I like being able to have that extra reach so I can start learning how to shoot wildlife and practice my skills while I still save up for one of the native telephoto lenses. I'm pairing this lens with a z6ii and it seems to do well with it. My camera does handle higher iso's alright so the 6.3 hasn't been a deal breaker. I probably wouldn't pair this lens with a with a camera that doesn't have in body stabilization because even when I shoot handheld at shutter speeds over 1000, I do get some softness from camera shake. It would probably be far worse if my camera didn't have the in-body stabilization.

Great Lens

By Grant
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-08-14

Very happy with this lens, great image quality & quite stable when fully extended.

One of the best telephoto lens

By Choudhury
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-04

Bought it to capture wildlife as an amateur photographer. Totally worth it!

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