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Tamron AF 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD

Sony E, full size
CHF938.40currently CHF964.– new
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Condition
New and in original packaging
WarrantyCurrent product warranty until 11/9/2030

Product details

It features a compact and lightweight design that is ideal for modern mirrorless full-frame cameras. The filter diameter of 67 mm is the same as that of all other Tamron lenses for Sony E-Mount (full-frame). The optical design includes several special glass elements that ensure excellent imaging performance of the lens. The very short minimum focusing distance of just 85 cm further expands photographic possibilities. The lens uses Tamron's newly developed linear motor focus mechanism VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive), which enables fast and very quiet autofocus. The lens housing is weather-sealed, and dirt and fingerprints on the front lens can be easily removed thanks to the water- and grease-repellent fluorine coating. Additionally, the lens is compatible with Sony's manufacturer-specific camera functions, such as Fast Hybrid AF or Eye Detection AF, and offers a range of advanced features that guarantee high user comfort and fantastic image results.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
full size
Weight
810 g
Focus type
Autofocus
Lens type
Telephoto lensZoom
Bayonet lens mount
Sony E
Focal length
70 - 180 mm
Item number
13034830

General information

Manufacturer
Tamron
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
06A-056.SF
Release date
14.4.2020
Sales rank in Category Lenses
338 of 3135

Colour

Colour
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.27 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Telephoto lensZoom
Bayonet lens mount
Sony E
Aperture
2.80 
Min. aperture
22 
Min. focal length (exact)
70 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
180 mm
Focal length
70 - 180 mm
Sensor compatibility
full size
Number of diaphragm blades
9 x
Filter thread
67 mm
Number of lenses
19
Number of lens groups
14
Lens equipment
Zoom function
Optical zoom
2.57 x
Focus type
Autofocus
Durability
Splashproof
Country code
CH

Objective 2 properties

Min. aperture opening
f/22
Aperture
f/2.8
Min. focal length (exact)
0.07 m
Max. Focal length (exact)
0.18 m
Filter thread
0.07 m
Lens equipment
Zoom function

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CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
1x Tamron AF 70-180mm f / 2.8Di III VXD

Product dimensions

Weight
810 g
Length
149 mm
Diameter
81 mm

Package dimensions

Length
23.10 cm
Width
13.40 cm
Height
15 cm
Weight
1.22 kg
Current product warranty until 11/9/2030 Warranty provisions

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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
    12 days
  • 7.Tamron
    16 days
  • 8.Canon
    20 days

Return rate

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

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 9.TTArtisan
    7.5 %
  • 10.Sirui
    8.3 %
  • 10.Tamron
    8.3 %
  • 12.Viltrox
    8.5 %
  • 13.Laowa
    9.1 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good96/100
Very good100/100
Foto Magazin Logo
Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseNovember 2021

When stopped down by one stop, the Tamron 2.8/70-180 mm Di III VXD delivers very high resolution.

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Color FotoSingle testReleaseMarch 2021

... On the APS-C sensor we measure very similar tendencies. At 70 mm and aperture 2.8 the contrast is too low, but the edge drop is extremely low. Stopped down, the lens delivers a very good result over the entire image field - with slightly more edge fall-off. At 112 mm all values are slightly worse, this is especially true for the contrast at f/2.8, but stopped down this focal length is also very usable...

Very good98/100
Foto Hits Logo
Foto HitsSingle testReleaseJanuary 2021
  • PositiveFor a fast telephoto zoom lens, the Tamron lens performs very well. This applies to resolution, vignetting and distortion.
  • NegativeThe limitation to 180 millimetres is somewhat annoying. Unfortunately, the new Tamron also lacks an optical stabiliser.

As a particularly affordable and pleasingly powerful alternative to direct competition from Sony, the new Tamron lens is worth a closer look when deciding which lens to buy. If you want to save money in your wallet as well as space in your camera bag, you've come to the right place.

Very good90/100
DigitalPhoto Logo
DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseDecember 2020
  • PositiveGood resolution at f/5.6 over the entire zoom range 70-180 millimetres
  • PositiveBright and compact
  • PositiveSplash-proof
  • PositiveFast, precise autofocus
  • PositiveShort closest focusing distance
  • PositiveZoom lock function