Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD

bythom tamron 18-300mm

A crop sensor superzoom.

  • Coverage: DX (APS-C) 
  • Angle of View: 8-77° (diagonal)
  • Optic design:
    • 19 elements in 15 groups
    • 3 aspherical, 4 LD elements
    • BBAR-2, Fluorine coating
  • Stabilization
    • VC correction (? stops CIPA)
    • Three modes
  • Aperture:
    • f/3.5 to f/22 (at 18mm)
    • 7-blade aperture diaphragm
  • Filter/Accessories:
    • 67mm front filter threads
  • Focus:
    • autofocus
    • 6" (0.15m) at 18mm, 39" (.99m) at 300mm minimum focus
    • maximum magnification 1:2 (18mm) to 1:4 (300mm)
    • working distance at 18mm is 0.2" (5mm)!
    • no DOF markings
  • Size and weight (maximum; varies with mount):
    • 5” (125.8mm) long
    • 3” (75.5mm) diameter
    • 21.9 ounces (620g) weight
  • Other
    • zoom lock switch
    • moisture-resistant construction
  • Price: US629
  • Model: B061
  • Announced: Development announcement April 22, 2025; announced August 7, 2025
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