Tamron 50-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
Tamron · 50–300 mm · f/4.5–6.3 · Image Stabilization
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
60
SCORE /100
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 | |
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About This LensThe 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. | |
| Brand | Tamron |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Lens Mount ⓘ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 ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical64/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 665 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 78 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 150 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘ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 ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 67 mm |
Optics55/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 50–300 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘ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 ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 22 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.5x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features78/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. |  Yes |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length |  Yes |
Teleconverter ⓘ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 |
IS Efficiency ⓘIS efficiency refers to the effectiveness of the image stabilization system in compensating for the blurring effects of camera shake, quantified by the number of stops of stabilization it provides. | 5 stops |
Construction41/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 19 |
| Groups | 14 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 0 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 2 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 2 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |