Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD

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Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (A057)
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Maker Tamron
Technical data
TypeSuper-telephoto zoom lens
Focal length150-500mm
Aperture (max/min)f/5-f/22@150mm
f/6.7-f/32@500mm
Close focus distance0.6m@150mm
1.8m@500mm
Max. magnification1:3.1@150mm
1:3.7@500mm
Diaphragm blades7
Construction25 elements in 16 groups
Features
Ultrasonic motor Yes
Lens-based stabilization Yes
Macro capable Yes
Application Sports, Wildlife, Landscape
Physical
Max. length209.6mm
Diameterφ93mm
Weightwithout tripod 1,725g
tripod 155g
Filter diameterφ82mm
Accessories
Lens hoodHA057
Angle of view
Diagonal16°25'-4°57'
History
Introduction2021

Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (A057) is a super-telephoto zoom lens designed and produced by Tamron for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras. It provides a equivalent focal length of 225-750mm when used on APS-C cameras. The lens was announced on April 22, 2021 and released on June 10. [1] [2]

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References

  1. "TAMRON 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD(A057)". www.tamron.jp. Retrieved 2022-06-18.
  2. "Tamron announces APS-C 11-20mm F2.8, full-frame 150-500mm F5–6.7 zooms for Sony E-mount".