Product Summary
- Model name: Tamron AF 28-300MM F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF)
- Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
- Format : APS-C / Crop Sensor
- Purchase options: Amazon | Adorama | B&H
Overview
The Tamron AF 28-300MM F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC (IF)(Amazon | Adorama | B&H) encompasses a number of their key technologies including the XR (Extra-Refractive Index) glass elements which ensures that the lens can bend light (refraction) at a more acute angle leading to a reduced length to travel and as a result a suppressed chromatic aberration. This technology also ensures that the barrel length can be kept at a minimum.
Di lenses from Tamron are designed for the larger full frame sensor DSLRs however they can also be used on a crop body with a crop factor of 1.5x (Nikon) or 1.6x (Canon). The field of view decreases slightly when mounted on an APS-C body. The minimum focusing distance of the lens is 19.3” with a magnification ratio of 1:3. This is not a true macro lens however works just enough for some close-up shots if you’re interested in it. The best utility of the lens is its tele-photo focal length which is augmented by the fact that the lens comes with VC (Vibration Control). This is a true wild life photographer’s lens. however for some one who wants a faster and more consistent aperture, some of Canon’s L series f/4 lenses would be better suited because at the tele end the Tamron stops down to f/6.3.
The lens has a total of 18 elements arranged in 13 groups and incorporates XR and LD (Low-dispersion) glass elements for better color saturation and sharpness. The overall weight of the lens is 555 grams and it takes a filter of size 67mm.
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Tamron AF 28-300MM F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC Specifications
| Model No | A20 |
| Construction (Groups/Elements) | 13/18 |
| Angle of View | 75°23′-8°15′ (APS-C size equivalent) |
| Diaphragm Blade No | 9 |
| Min Aperture | F/22-F/40 (28mm-300mm) |
| Min Focus Distance | 19.3in.(0.49m) (entire zoom range) |
| Magnification | 1:3 (at f=300mm, MFD=0.49m) |
| Filter Size | ø67 |
| Weight | 555g (19.4oz) |
| Diameter x Length | ø3.06 x 3.9in. (ø78 x 99mm) |
| Accessories | Flower-shaped Lens hood |
| Available Mount | Canon Nikon with Built-In Motor |
More Info
- More info at Tamron
- Tamron AF 28-300MM F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Catalog
- Full Line Catalog
- Tamron Learning Centre
Purchase options
Tamron AF 28-300MM F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC available at Amazon | Adorama | B&H