Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD

Versatile all-in-one zoom for full-frame DSLRs

Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD
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LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 14
Durability 14
Price 16
Usability 14
Brand Tamron
Model A010

Key Features

OPTICS 19 elements in 13 groups including LD and XR glass
AUTOFOCUS PZD (Piezo Drive) ultrasonic motor for quiet and fast AF
STABILIZATION VC (Vibration Compensation) system for handheld stability
APERTURE 7-blade circular diaphragm for smooth bokeh
CONSTRUCTION Moisture-resistant construction for outdoor reliability
ZOOM 10.7x zoom ratio covering wide to telephoto
COMPACTNESS Compact design optimized for full-frame DSLR bodies
COATING Broad-Band Anti-Reflection coating to reduce flare
MINIMUM FOCUS 0.49m (19.3 in) minimum object distance
FILTER 67mm front filter thread
COMPATIBILITY Available for Canon EF and Nikon F mounts
WEIGHT Lightweight design at approximately 540g
ZOOM LOCK Integrated zoom lock switch to prevent creep

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD

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 ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✓ Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Moisture-resistant construction

How-to Use Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 28-300mm
Max Aperture f/3.5-6.3
Min Aperture f/22-40
Lens Construction 19 elements in 13 groups
Angle of View 75u00b023' - 8u00b015'
Diaphragm Blades 7
Min Focus Distance 0.49m
Max Magnification 1:3.5
Filter Size 67mm
Stabilization VC (Vibration Compensation)
Autofocus Motor PZD (Piezo Drive)
Weather Sealing Moisture-resistant
Weight 540g
Dimensions 74mm x 96mm
Mounts Canon EF, Nikon F