Tamron 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2

Versatile super-telephoto zoom for wildlife and sports

Tamron 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2
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LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Tamron
Model A022

Key Features

OPTICS 21 elements in 13 groups with eBAND and BBAR coatings
STABILIZATION VC (Vibration Compensation) with 4.5 stops of correction
AUTOFOCUS USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) motor for fast, quiet focus
CONSTRUCTION Moisture-resistant construction with fluorine coating on front element
APERTURE 9-blade circular diaphragm for smooth bokeh
FOCUS Minimum focus distance of 2.2m (86.6 in)
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with Tamron TAP-in Console for firmware updates
ZOOM LOCK Flex Zoom Lock mechanism to prevent lens creep
MOUNT Available for Canon EF and Nikon F mounts
FILTER 95mm filter thread size
TRIPOD Arca-Swiss compatible tripod mount included
TELECONVERTER Supports dedicated Tamron 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters
DESIGN Ergonomic design with improved grip and switch layout

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tamron 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2

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

How-to Use Tamron 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 150-600mm
Maximum Aperture f/5-6.3
Minimum Aperture f/32-40
Lens Construction 21 elements in 13 groups
Angle of View 16u00b025' - 4u00b08'
Diaphragm Blades 9 (circular)
Minimum Focus Distance 2.2m (86.6 in)
Maximum Magnification 1:3.9
Filter Size 95mm
Diameter 108.4mm
Length 260.2mm
Weight 2010g
Mounts Canon EF, Nikon F
Stabilization VC (4.5 stops)
Focus Motor USD