Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens for Sony E APS-C Mirrorless Cameras Black
$699.00
Price: $699.00
(as of Jan 10, 2025 01:57:10 UTC – Details)
The new 17-70mm F2.8 is Tamron’s first high-speed zoom lens for mirrorless cameras with APS-C size sensors and is the world’s first high-speed standard zoom lens for APS-C cameras with the focal length range of 17-70mm 4.1x zoom ratio. It features a maximum aperture of F2.8 across the entire 4.1x zoom ratio covering a focal length of 17-70mm (a full-frame equivalent of 25.5-105mm) ideal for everyday use, and superb optical performance. It is a small, lightweight lens that is also equipped with Tamron’s VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism to minimize camera shake. When shooting video, by leveraging AI technology, image stabilization performance improves compared to conventional models. The lens features Moisture-Resistant Construction, Fluorine Coating and a Ø67mm filter size – the same as the Tamron series of lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Compatible with many of the features that Sony builds into its cameras, including Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF, the lens is the ideal everyday zoom lens for a multitude of situations. It is a highly practical lens that enables photographers to attain high image quality while enjoying the benefits of the large F2.8 aperture.
World’s first high-speed standard zoom lens for APS-C cameras with the focal length range of 17-70mm 4.1x zoom ratio
Outstanding optical performance with 16 elements in 12 groups featuring two GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) lens -elements and one hybrid aspherical lens element
Upgraded VC effective in combination with Sony APS-C mirrorless cameras, leveraging AI for video shooting
Close focusing capability with MOD of just 7.5” at 17mm / 15.4″ at 70mm
Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating
Customers say
Customers appreciate the camera lenses for their good build quality, autofocus, and image quality. They find the lens solid, with fast and accurate focusing. Many of them find the images sharp and colorful, even in low light. The lens offers good value for money and is easy to use. While some customers appreciate the image stabilization and ease of use, others have differing opinions on its weight.
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Nate H –
Very good all around lens
There are many well done professional reviews of this lens on YouTube and elsewhere- this is just from an amateur userâs perspective. I got an a6000 a couple of years ago. Itâs the first camera Iâve used in manual or different priority modes. Iâve learned all of what I know about photography with this camera and am pretty competent with it at this point. Early on I realized the image quality from the kit lens wasnât great and I started searching for lens upgrades. First purchase was the Sony 50 f1.8 and itâs noticeably much better in terms of sharpness and bokeh. It was a learning process though, and it was through experience with the 50 1.8 that I came to understand the crop factor of apsc format and that the 50 was more like a 75mm equivalent. Too tight for anything indoors where I was doing a lot of family (mostly little kid) photography. After some more research I found the âSigma trioâ and over the course of a year a year I picked up the 30 1.4 and the 16 1.4. I pretty much used the 30 for everything outside- hiking, sight seeing etc and the 16 for all the birthday parties and kid stuff inside. I also splurged and got the 70-350 Sony telephoto for birds and wildlife in general. Also got the Rokinon 12mm. With this collection of some of the better Sony apsc lenses I was pretty well covered for all situations I encountered and was perfectly satisfied. Until I kept reading more about the the Sony 16-55. It seemed to cover the range of several of my lenses which I often switched between and had equivalent optical performance. But it is so expensive.. so I held off. And fortunately this Tamron came out. It covers a larger range and was well reviewed early on. For $500 less than the Sony I cashed in all the gift cards and credits I had and picked it up. Iâve found it to be a very convenient and good quality all purpose lens for 60-80% of the pictures I take. It will definitely be the go to for hiking and casual outdoor and sightseeing sort of stuff. Itâs sharp, focuses really well, and is easy to use well. I have noticed the loss of f stops from the Sigmas (1.4 vs 2.8) for low light and less bokeh, but itâs really good overall and no regrets about the purchase. There are times when I still use the Sigmas and Iâll hang on to them but Iâll probably part with the Sony 50 at some point. I havenât touched it in a couple months. Overall happy with the lens and would recommend to anyone with similar usage as me- casual family shooter, some outdoor stuff, just a good quality general use lens that produces really good results. And this in on an a6000- I understand the autofocus is better on the newer a6xxx bodies and Iâm excited to see the difference when I eventually get one. (This photo hobby, as Iâm sure everyone reading these reviews knows, can be a slippery financial slope, but no buyers remorse with this lens).
Nathan –
Good range – Perfect budget lens
I have been using this Tamron on my Fx30 rig for a couple months now and its been wonderful!While I first used a 24-70, I was seeking to use a lens that was a bit wider, however, I didn’t want to switch lens on the go. This 17-70 is perfect for my work in weddings and conferences. I have even used this for some interesting shots in real estate.If you’re looking for a flexible, budget, and solid lens for your APSC camera, you can not go wrong with this. Its clean, sharp, decently light, all for a good price. Try this lens!
Cristian Montoya –
very nice quality lens
this feels really solid, uses 67mm filters and has autonomous. i love this lens. super sharp and fast.
omar tinoco –
Great Lens for the Sony FX30
â â â â â I recently purchased this lens for my Sony FX30, and I am extremely impressed with its performance. The image quality is sharp and clear, even in low-light conditions. The autofocus is quick and accurate, making it perfect for both photography and videography. The build quality feels robust and durable, yet it remains lightweight enough for easy handling. Overall, this lens has significantly enhanced my shooting experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to upgrade their gears.
Khy Delgadillo –
Great lens for the money
Honestly for ~700 this is a great lens for everything. Very good lens for everyday shooting
Chris –
One of the best Sony APSC lenses
This is a great lens! It’s light, has stabilization (which is a must for every Sony APSC camera) and takes sharp photos.All the photos I shot are unedited and straight out of the a6300 with the Tamron 17-70mm in Aperture Priority.This lens worked really well when I needed to get close shots of an actor when I was granted a media pass to a travel show in Dallas. I was able to keep my distance and allow the actor to meet with his fans but still able to get some intimate shots of them interacting.The zoom range is perfect for really close and wide shots, and zoomed out shots with nice bokeh with a portrait look. I’ve yet to try it on the street but I’m sure it will work great.If you want this lens, watch for a price drop now and then. I sat on the fence when it was at $599 and then it went back to $699. A few weeks later it dropped to $599 and I snatched it up. For that price it was a no-brainer and I don’t regret adding this to my lens collection. I have it all covered now with my 16mm prime, Tamron 17-70mm and the Tamron 70-300mm.
Bryan Rodriguez –
Good len
This len itâs so good, photos are very clear zoom is exactly what we need
Tallpedro –
Love this lense on Sony A6400
Sharp and fast. what else do you need in a lens!
D S –
I have been using Sigma 16mm f1.4 for years now and I wanted a lens with zoom so I decided to purchase this lens. Quality build feels cheaper than my Sigma but man, it takes sharp photos and videos! Zoom is amazing and I mounted it on my DJI RS3 Mini gimbal and i don’t have to recalibrate from 17-70mm!!! I will probably sell my Sigma 16mm since this will be in my camera 100% of the time! Camera Canada is an authorized dealer so I got a 6 year warranty from Tamron!
Sol Leão –
Lente perfeita, a abertura da lente faz um desfoque bacana, muito bom, qualidade de construção perfeita, o exterior é um plástico que parece muito um metal, muito resistente mesmo, e os anéis são que nem manteiga, giram perfeitamente, sem bloqueio. A qualidade dessa lente é ótima, recomendo.
Yes good product thank you so much –
Thank you so much
TP –
For a year or so, I’ve been using the 16-55 and the 55-210 variable aperture kit lenses with my A6100. But ever since I’ve started using these 17-70 lens, I’ve noticed a massive upgrade in the quality of my images. The wide 2.8 fixed aperture is invaluable when it comes to low light. Its a one lens to rule them all
Billy –
Dieses tolle Objektiv habe ich quasi immer auf meiner Alpha 6400. Schneller Autofokus, super Bildqualität und ein unschlagbarer Preis machen diese Linse unverzichtbar.Super Alternative zum Kit Objektiv da sehr Lichtstark auf der ganzen Brennweite. Das einzig negative ist die enorme GröÃe, die es unhandlich macht.Von Ultraweit bis Tele kann dieses Objektiv durchgehend überzeugen.