Very good100/100
When stopped down by one stop, the Tamron 2.8/70-180 mm Di III VXD delivers very high resolution.
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Tamron AF 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
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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 utilizes Tamron's newly developed VXD linear motor focus mechanism, which allows for 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 proprietary camera functions, such as Fast Hybrid AF or Eye Detection AF, and offers a range of advanced features that guarantee high usability and fantastic image results.
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Weight | 810 g |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Lens type | Telephoto lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Focal length | 70 - 180 mm |
Item number | 13034830 |
Colour | Black |
Minimum focus distance | 0.27 m |
Lens type | Telephoto lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Aperture | 2.80 f/ |
Min. aperture | 22 f/ |
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 |
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 | Interior zoom, Zoom function |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 1x Tamron AF 70-180mm f / 2.8Di III VXD |
Weight | 810 g |
Length | 149 mm |
Diameter | 81 mm |
Length | 23.10 cm |
Width | 13.40 cm |
Height | 15 cm |
Weight | 1.22 kg |
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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.TTArtisan0.8 %
- 12.Olympus0.9 %
- 12.Tamron0.9 %
- 14.Viltrox1 %
- 15.Samyang1.3 %
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- 5.Nikon10 days
- 6.Sony14 days
- 6.Tamron14 days
- 8.Samyang15 days
- 9.Fujifilm16 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 12.Viltrox8 %
- 13.TTArtisan8.1 %
- 14.Tamron8.4 %
- 15.OM System8.5 %
- 16.Venus Optic11 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus
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Overall ratingVery good96/100
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... 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
- For a fast telephoto zoom lens, the Tamron lens performs very well. This applies to resolution, vignetting and distortion.
- The 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
- Good resolution at f/5.6 over the entire zoom range 70-180 millimetres
- Bright and compact
- Splash-proof
- Fast, precise autofocus
- Short closest focusing distance
- Zoom lock function