Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD

The ultimate all-in-one zoom for APS-C mirrorless

Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD
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LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Tamron
Model B061

Key Features

OPTICS 19 elements in 13 groups including 3 hybrid aspherical and 4 LD elements
AUTOFOCUS VXD linear motor focus mechanism for high speed and precision
STABILIZATION VC (Vibration Compensation) proprietary image stabilization system
ZOOM RANGE 16.6x high-power zoom ratio covering wide-angle to telephoto
CLOSE FOCUS MOD of 0.15m at 18mm end for macro-like capabilities
WEATHER SEALING Moisture-resistant construction for outdoor shooting
DIAPHRAGM 7-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
FILTER SIZE 67mm standard filter diameter
COMPATIBILITY Designed for Sony E-mount and Fujifilm X-mount APS-C cameras
COATING BBAR-G2 coating to minimize ghosting and flare
SIZE Compact design optimized for APS-C mirrorless bodies
WEIGHT Lightweight construction at approximately 620g
BUILD High-grade engineering plastic with improved texture

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD

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 Controlled via camera menu
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✓ Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present Tamron VC
Weather Sealing ✓ Present

How-to Use Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 18-300mm
Aperture Range f/3.5-6.3 to f/22-40
Lens Mount Sony E, Fujifilm X
Format Compatibility APS-C
Angle of View 77u00b024' - 5u00b030'
Minimum Focus Distance 0.15m (wide) / 0.99m (tele)
Maximum Magnification 1:2
Optical Design 19 elements in 13 groups
Diaphragm Blades 7 (circular)
Image Stabilization Yes (VC)
Filter Size 67mm
Dimensions 75.5mm x 125.6mm
Weight 620g
Focus Motor VXD Linear Motor
Weather Sealing Moisture-resistant