Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di LD MACRO 1:2

Affordable telephoto zoom with macro capability

Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di LD MACRO 1:2
65/100
LENS SCORE
Features 12
Performance 12
Durability 12
Price 17
Usability 12
Brand Tamron
Model A17

Key Features

OPTICS LD (Low Dispersion) glass elements to reduce chromatic aberration
MACRO 1:2 maximum magnification ratio at 300mm focal length
COMPATIBILITY Di design optimized for both digital and film SLR cameras
ZOOM Versatile 70-300mm telephoto range for portraits and wildlife
APERTURE 9-blade diaphragm for smooth background blur
FOCUS Internal cam-driven autofocus system
BUILD Lightweight polycarbonate construction for portability
MOUNT Available for Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, and Sony A
FILTER 62mm front filter thread
MIN FOCUS 0.95m minimum focusing distance
STABILIZATION None (relies on camera body or tripod)
WEATHER SEALING None
ACCESSORIES Includes petal-shaped lens hood

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di LD MACRO 1:2

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus ring at front
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Large rubberized zoom ring
Aperture Ring ~ Limited Only on specific legacy mounts
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present Physical switch on lens barrel
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 ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di LD MACRO 1:2

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 70-300mm
Aperture f/4-5.6
Lens Construction 13 elements in 9 groups
Min Focus Distance 0.95m
Max Magnification 1:2
Filter Size 62mm
Diaphragm Blades 9
Weight 435g
Dimensions 76.6 x 116.5 mm