Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Lens (Sony E)

The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD is a versatile full-frame zoom lens for Sony E-mount that covers an exceptionally wide focal range while maintaining a fast maximum aperture throughout, opening to f/2 at the 35mm end and f/2.8 at 150mm. This range makes it a compelling option for portrait, event, and documentary shooters looking to consolidate multiple primes or standard zooms into a single lens. The optical design comprises 21 elements in 15 groups, incorporating two XLD (Extra Low Dispersion) and four LD elements to minimize chromatic aberration across the zoom range. Autofocus is handled by Tamron’s VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor system, delivering fast and precise focus tracking compatible with Sony’s Fast Hybrid AF including Eye AF and animal detection. The minimum focusing distance ranges from 33cm at 35mm to 85cm at 150mm, with a maximum magnification of 1:4.8. The aperture diaphragm uses 9 rounded blades for smooth out-of-focus rendering. The lens features a moisture-resistant construction with a fluorine coating on the front element, and accepts 82mm filters.

– 21 elements in 15 groups with 2 XLD and 4 LD elements
– f/2–f/2.8 maximum aperture across zoom range
– VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor AF
– Compatible with Sony Fast Hybrid AF, Eye AF, and animal detection
– 35–150mm focal length range
– Minimum focusing distance: 33cm (35mm end) to 85cm (150mm end)
– 1:4.8 maximum magnification
– 9-blade rounded aperture diaphragm
– Moisture-resistant construction with fluorine front element coating
– 82mm filter thread
– Sony E-mount (full-frame compatible)