Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
The ultimate ultra-telephoto zoom for every journey
Key Features
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The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III 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 body or custom button |
| Image Stabilisation Switch | ✗ Not Present | Controlled via camera body or custom button |
| Focus Limiter Switch | ✗ Not Present | |
| Function (L-Fn) Button | ✓ Present | |
| Zoom Lock Switch | ✓ Present | |
| Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) | ✓ Present | VC |
| Weather Sealing | ✓ Present |
How-to Use Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
Welcome to the How-to section of the lens. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a lens has a how-to section and a section for learning. The rings, switches and controls of each lens are placed differently between brands and models. The how-to section helps you operate the lens; however, if you are interested in learning photography, you also need to know what each control changes and why you would change it. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.
Learn & Master Photography with Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
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Technical Specification
| Focal Length | 50-400mm |
| Aperture Range | f/4.5-6.3 to f/22-32 |
| Lens Construction | 24 elements in 18 groups |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.25m (50mm) to 1.5m (400mm) |
| Maximum Magnification | 1:2 (at 50mm) |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (circular) |
| Stabilization | VC (Vibration Compensation) |
| Autofocus Motor | VXD Linear Motor |
| Mount | Sony E-mount |
| Weather Sealing | Moisture-resistant construction |
| Weight | 1,155g |
| Dimensions | 88.5mm x 183.4mm |
