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Tamron 35-100mm F2.8 Di III VXD
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Tamron · f/2.8 · Sony E mount

Tamron 35-100mm F2.8 Di III VXD

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KEY FACTS
BrandTamron
Release Year2026
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountSony E
SystemSony E
What We Like
+Compact and lightweight at 565g despite f/2.8 constant aperture
+Sharp image quality across entire focal range with excellent chromatic aberration control
+Fast and precise VXD autofocus with excellent subject tracking and quiet operation
+Unique 35-100mm focal length optimized for portrait, event, and travel photography
+Close minimum focus distance of 0.22m (35mm) with 1:3.3 magnification for creative tabletop shots
+USB-C port with Tamron Lens Utility software for customizable AF and control functions
Worth Knowing
−Limited wide-angle coverage at 35mm, not suitable as primary landscape lens
−Not internally focusing; extends approximately 2cm at full zoom
−No built-in image stabilization; relies on camera IBIS
−Some reported softness at 100mm f/2.8 on certain samples (possible variation)

General

Brand
Tamron
Release Year
2026
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Lens Mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Sony E
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Sony E
Maximum Format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
Full Frame
Read our notes on general
The Tamron 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD is an outstanding people and general-purpose lens, with highlights including sharp image quality, a wide f/2.8 aperture, high-performing VXD linear AF, and a high-quality, compact, and lightweight design. Priced at $900 USD and weighing just 565g, this lens represents a more moderate alternative to larger and more expensive fast zooms. At its introduction, the Tamron 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD Lens is the only 35-100mm full-frame lens, making this unique focal length range ideal for portrait photographers seeking portability.

Physical

Lens Weight
565 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
80.6 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
119.2 mm
Front Filter Compatible
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Some lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove.
Yes
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
67 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
35–100 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
2.8
Focal Length Angle of View
63.4333333333°–24.4166666667°
Flange Focal Distance
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Distance from lens mount to sensor.
18 mm
Diaphragm Type
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Structure and design of the aperture
Automatic
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
9020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
Yes
Zoom Mechanism
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System enabling zoom function
Manual
Zoom Ring
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If zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring
Yes
Zoom Type
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The design or approach to zooming
Rotary
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
22 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes
Manual Mode
Yes
Manual Focusing Ring
Yes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes
Built In Lens Hood
No
Lens Hood Type
Flower-shaped
Zoom Lock
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Zoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length
Yes
Teleconverter
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A teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification
No
Image Stabilization
No

Construction

Elements
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Lens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens.
15
Groups
13
Aspherical Elements
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The number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration.
3
Low Dispersion
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Elements that reduce chromatic aberration
2
Super Low Dispersion
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Advanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration
1
Internal Focusing
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Internal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate.
Yes