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Tamron 50-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
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Tamron · f/4.5 · Sony E mount

Tamron 50-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD

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KEY FACTS
BrandTamron
Release Year2024
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountSony E
SystemSony E
What We Like
+Unique 50-300mm focal range offers greater versatility than conventional 70-300mm lenses
+Compact and lightweight at 150mm length and 665g weight, class-leading for its range
+VXD linear motor autofocus delivers fast, precise, and nearly silent operation
+Impressive close-focus capability with 1:2 magnification at 50mm for half-macro shooting
+VC image stabilization and moisture-resistant design enable confident handheld shooting
+Advanced optics with XLD/LD elements and BBAR-G2 coating deliver sharp, detailed images throughout zoom range
Worth Knowing
−Variable aperture (F/4.5-6.3) is darker than fixed-aperture telephoto zooms, limiting low-light performance and background blur
−Strong pincushion distortion at 300mm requires post-processing correction for architectural subjects
−Corner softness at wider focal lengths, particularly at lower apertures
−No tripod collar included (available as optional accessory); lens rattles when powered off due to stabilization mechanism

General

Brand
Tamron
Release Year
2024
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 50-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Model A069) is a unique 6x telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, featuring an extremely compact size of just 150mm (5.9 inches) and class-leading weight of 665g (23.5 oz). Equipped with the VXD linear motor focus mechanism for excellent quietness and agile autofocus performance, plus VC image stabilization, this lens delivers high image quality and is one of the best Sony E-mount lenses available, especially if you value portability. The 50mm wide end provides an MOD of 0.22m for a 1:2 magnification ratio, enabling half-macro shooting, making it a remarkably versatile all-in-one option.

Physical

Lens Weight
665 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
78 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
150 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 )
50–300 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
4.5–6.3
Focal Length Angle of View
46.8°–8.25°
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
Maximum Magnification
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Largest size a subject can be reproduced
0.5x
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
Fluorine Coating
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Coating to repel water and oil from lens elements.
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
Yes

Construction

Elements
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Lens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens.
19
Groups
14
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
2
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