Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD Lens is officially announced for Sony E and Fujifilm XF mount. It is a versatile superzoom ideal for photographers who want an all-rounder that covers virtually any shooting situation. Characterized for its 16.6x zoom ratio and a minimum focus distance of only 5.9″, it brings the best of Tamron’s “all-in-one” philosophy to the Sony E audience at large. A fast and precise autofocus mechanism, Tamron’s VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor, provides it with some of the best performance in its class, and it’s aided by the proprietary Vibration Compensation system that supports stable photography even at ultra-telephoto focal lengths.
This new lens cost $699 in US stores, Pre-Order at B&H , available for Sony E and Fujifilm XF mount.
Key features of Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD lens:
- All-in-one zoom, engineered specifically for APS-C-format Sony E-mount/ Fujifilm XF mirrorless cameras, provides a 27-450mm equivalent focal length range.
- Tamron’s Vibration Compensation uses a free-floating element, controlled through two gyroscopic sensors to measure the horizontal and vertical vibrations and compensate accordingly, eliminating camera shake.
- Two VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motors deliver impressively quiet, quick, and precise focusing performance to suit both stills and video applications. This focusing system offers a minimum focusing distance of 5.9′ when fully zoomed out, and a 1:2 maximum magnification ratio at the wide end of the zoom range.
- A weather-sealed construction benefits this lens’ use in inclement conditions
Read More Tamron Lens Rumors
See also 2021 Tamron Lens Deals