Tamron AF 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III A VC RXD, Sony E

Sony E, APS-C / DX
58Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 6 tests
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Product details

The Tamron 17-70mm / 2.8 Di III-A VC RXD is an outstanding lens forSony E-mount cameras that satisfies the needs of amateur and professional photographers alike. With its versatility, speed and first-class performance, it is an excellent choice for demanding photographers who want to express their creativity in a variety of shooting situations.

Tamron Swiss Warranty

10-year Swiss warranty - registration on Tamron CH website - registration deadline: 2 months after date of purchase. The Swiss Guarantee and the national cashback campaigns cannot be guaranteed for marketplace offers.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Weight
525 g
Focus type
Autofocus, Manual focus
Lens type
Normal Lens, Zoom
Bayonet lens mount
Sony E
Focal length
117 - 70 mm
Item number
14447559

General information

Manufacturer
Tamron
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
06B-070
Release date
30.12.2020
Sales rank in Category Lenses
11 of 3145

Colour

Colour
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.19 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Normal Lens, Zoom
Bayonet lens mount
Sony E
Aperture
2.80 
Min. aperture
22 
Min. focal length (exact)
17 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
70 mm
Focal length
117 - 70 mm
Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Number of diaphragm blades
9 x
Filter thread
67 mm
Number of lenses
16
Number of lens groups
12
Lens equipment
Metal bayonet
Optical zoom
4.10 x
Focus type
Autofocus, Manual focus
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Durability
Splashproof
Country code
EN

Objective 2 properties

Min. aperture opening
f/22
Max. aperture
f/2.8
Aperture
f/2.8 - 22
Min. focal length (exact)
0.02 m
Max. Focal length (exact)
0.07 m
Filter thread
0.07 m
Lens equipment
Filter thread, Image stabilisation, Internal focusing, Lens hood, Metal bayonet, Zoom function

Origin

Country of origin
Vietnam

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
1x Tamron AF 17-70 mm f, 2.8 Di III-A VC RXD|1x lens hood|1x lens cap

Product dimensions

Weight
525 g
Length
119 mm
Diameter
74.60 mm

Package dimensions

Length
19.50 cm
Width
13.20 cm
Height
13 cm
Weight
870 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 10.7artisans
    0.8 %
  • 10.Olympus
    0.8 %
  • 12.Tamron
    1 %
  • 13.Viltrox
    1.1 %
  • 14.Voigtländer
    1.5 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 4.Sony
    6 days
  • 5.Nikon
    11 days
  • 6.Fujifilm
    13 days
  • 7.Tamron
    16 days
  • 8.Canon
    22 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 9.TTArtisan
    7.6 %
  • 10.Sirui
    8.3 %
  • 11.Tamron
    8.4 %
  • 12.Viltrox
    8.5 %
  • 13.Laowa
    9.1 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good90/100
Very good98/100
Foto Hits Logo
Foto HitsSingle testReleaseAugust 2022
  • PositiveRobustness, light weight and compact dimensions speak for the Tamron lens. The performance is very good.
  • NegativeFor X cameras, a mechanical aperture ring would make sense, which would better support the operating concept of the Fujifilm models.

Tamron's second lens for the X bayonet provides Fujifilm photographers with a successful alternative to the camera manufacturer's standard zooms. The optical performance is very good, and the shooting functions such as autofocus and image stabilisation are also convincing.

Very good80/100
Color Foto Logo
Color FotoSingle testReleaseAugust 2021

The fast Tamron is calculated for the APS-C image circle and is a 25-105 mm KB standard zoom on APS-C cameras. An image stabiliser is on board for 860 euros. At 17 mm we measure a high resolution in the centre of the image, this also applies to the contrast. The fringing is moderate, stopping down reduces it...

Very good90/100
DigitalPhoto Logo
DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseJune 2021
  • PositiveGood resolution
  • PositiveFast, quiet autofocus
  • PositiveIntegrated image stabiliser
  • PositiveWeatherproof housing
  • PositiveGood price-performance ratio
  • PositiveGood handling, however ...
    Very good95/100
    Foto Hits Logo
    Foto HitsSingle testReleaseJune 2021
    • PositiveThe Tamron delivers a well-balanced performance that is appropriate given its affordable price. The handling is good.
    • NegativeThe equipment with functional elements can be expanded. A locking switch for the focal length and an AF/MF switch would be desirable.

    With its 4.1x zoom factor, the Tamron lens is a powerful all-rounder that delivers beautiful free-frame effects, for example in portraits, thanks to its high speed. The street price of the lens has already dropped significantly, making it an interesting alternative for Sony photographers.

    Very good90/100
    Foto Magazin Logo
    Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseJune 2021

    The Tamron 2.8/17-70 mm Di III-A VC RXD delivers strong performance in terms of resolution: an attractive all-rounder for APS-C.

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    Foto Magazin Logo
    Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseMarch 2021

    ... With its 67 mm filter diameter, the sealed zoom joins the phalanx of previous E-lenses. The quiet autofocus with RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent) technology facilitates video recording without annoying focusing noises. The close-up limit of the 17-70 mm is fluid, only 19 cm at 17 mm and 39 cm at 70 mm setting...