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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

Focal Length70 to 300mm
Maximum Aperturef/4.5 to 6.3
Minimum Aperturef/22 to 32
Lens MountSony E
Lens Format CoverageFull-Frame
Angle of View34° 21' to 8° 15'
Minimum Focus Distance31.5" / 0.8 m
Optical Design15 Elements in 10 Groups
Diaphragm Blades7, Rounded
Focus TypeAutofocus
Image StabilizationNo
Filter Size67 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)5.8 x 3" / 148 x 77 mm
Weight1.2 lb / 545 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.99 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)9.9 x 5.9 x 5.5"

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

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.

Great low cost zoom.

By Rocky
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-31

Great low cost alternative to the more expensive option out there. Not the fastest lens but with good light the image quality is excellent. Also it's very light weight and weather sealed which is a big plus.

Good Good Lens

By Guillermo
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-07

My first Tamron lens. Can't beat the price. Have only had it for a few days. Focus is not always spot on but not an issue yet. I've not tried it on fast moving objects/sporting events. Using it on a7Riii. Thus far I'm pleased. I'll follow up later.

Broke fast

By Leland
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-23

I'm hoping that this was a one-off issue and I'll get help, but the lens has stopped focusing at its max zoom after just 6 months. Pretty disappointing for a $500 investment.

High Performing, Light Weight telephoto for Nikon Z

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-04

I must say that this lens is a gem for Nikon Z shooters. Not as sharp as the 70-200mm f2.8, but much lighter and more manageable, and wonderfully sharp within its sweet spots.

Nikon Z Overpriced

By pablo
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-02

Not a bad lens, 1) not clearly better than old Nikon AF-P on FTZ and 2) why is this 50% more than the Sony version that otherwise seem exactly the same? Improve Q or drop $.

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.

Review above 200mm

By Henry
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-22

I have come to the conclusion that a picture above 200 mm is out of focus on a Nikon z7. I have tried this with my Nikon z6, with the same results. I photograph wildlife only and need the 300mm for long range.

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