Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD

Ultra-wide fast aperture zoom for APS-C mirrorless

Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD
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LENS SCORE
Features 17
Performance 18
Durability 15
Price 16
Usability 16
Brand Tamron
Model B060

Key Features

OPTICS 12 elements in 10 groups including XLD and LD elements
APERTURE Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture with 7 circular diaphragm blades
AUTOFOCUS RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) motor for quiet, fast AF
MAGNIFICATION Maximum magnification ratio of 1:4 at wide end
MINIMUM FOCUS 0.15m (5.9 in) at 11mm focal length
COMPATIBILITY Designed for Sony E-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras
FILTER 67mm front filter thread diameter
WEATHER SEALING Moisture-resistant construction for outdoor shooting
COATING BBAR-G2 coating to minimize ghosting and flare
VIDEO Optimized for video with minimal focus breathing
SIZE Compact and lightweight design for travel
MOUNT Sony E-mount (APS-C)
FOCAL LENGTH 11-20mm (16.5-30mm full-frame equivalent)

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera menu
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present

How-to Use Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 11-20mm
Maximum Aperture f/2.8
Minimum Aperture f/16
Lens Construction 12 elements in 10 groups
Angle of View 105u00b020'-71u00b035'
Minimum Focus Distance 0.15m (wide) / 0.24m (tele)
Max Magnification 1:4 (wide) / 1:7.6 (tele)
Filter Size 67mm
Diaphragm Blades 7 (circular)
Dimensions 73mm x 86.2mm
Weight 335g
Mount Sony E
Format APS-C
Focus Motor RXD Stepping Motor
Weather Sealing Moisture-resistant