Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E

• Second generation zoom lens with significant upgrades of everything from image quality to stability and AF accuracy
• Word’s smallest and lightest zoom lens of its class, weighing in at just 855g and boasting a compact 67mm filter thread
• Ideal option for a wide variety of subjects from portraits and travel, to landscapes, sports and much more
• Includes special lens elements which help to generate high-quality images and movies throughout the zoom range
• Supports outdoor content creation with a moisture resistant construction and Fluorine coated front element

Key Features

• World’s smallest and lightest zoom for its class
• Includes Tamron’s proprietary vibration control (VC) image stabilisation
• Completely revamped optics for impressive performance at all focal lengths
• Includes XLD and LD special lens elements
• Reduced 0.3m minimum object distance
• Faster and more precise AF from the VXD linear motor focus mechanism
• Compatible with Tamron Lens Utility
• BBAR-G27 Coating (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) for reduced ghost and flare
• Moisture resistant construction
• Fluorine Coating
• Zoom Lock switch
• 67mm filter thread
• 855g weight

Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E Summary

Never a brand to rest on their laurels,  is busy updating many of their most popular  with second generation (G2) models, as is the case with this Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E.

The updated full-frame lens is theworld’s smallest and lightestzoom for its class, now benefits from vibration reduction image stabilisation (VR), and boasts a completely new optical design, for stunning results throughout the zoom range.

There are plenty more upgrades besides, including a reduced minimum focus distance of just 0.3m (vs 0.85 m when using AF from the previous model), opening up new creative opportunities for frame-filling images.

Tamron has also updated the VXD linear motor focus algorithms for improved AF speed and tracking performance, using the same updates used in the  and . AF improvements benefits both stills and video recording, ensuring you never miss a shot due to slow autofocus.

With a mid-telephoto to telephoto range, the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 is an excellent choice for diverse subjects, which include anything from portraits and travel, to sports and wildlife.

Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E-Mount in More Detail

Fast and precise AF with improved tracking performance

The AF drive continues to employ the VXD4 linear motor focus mechanism (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive), combining class-leading speed and precision, which in turn enables you to achieve fast and accurate focusing. However the calculations are reworked to enhance tracking of moving subjects, ensuring you never miss decisive scenes whether shooting still images or video.

Vibration control

The 70-180mm F2.8 G2 lens is equipped with Tamron’s VC5 mechanism. This suppresses camera shake that tends to occur when shooting at the telephoto end, during close focusing, or when shooting in low-light conditions. The image stabilisation feature helps to capture sharper results during any of these shooting scenarios.

0.3m minimum object distance

Shooting at close distances which were possible when manual focusing with the 1st-generation lens is now possible with the 70-180mm f/2.8 G2, when using autofocus. Tamron has succeeded in shortening the MOD (minimum object distance) to 0.3m at 70mm, where the working distance is just 12cm. The maximum magnification ratio is 1:2.6, expanding the possibilities for expression with just one single lens.

Tamron Lens Utility™ software compatibility

Tamron Lens Utility, which is developed in-house, lets users change lens settings, assign camera body functions and update firmware when required. Users may customise functions for various stills photography and videography styles, for a more personalised shooting experience.

Supports creators who work in the field

With a Fluorine coating on the front element, moisture resistant construction and BBAR-G27 Coating, the 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 lens is ready for all of your outdoor escapades. The fluorine coat helps reduce cleaning time with an easy-wipe, repellant surface, while Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2 coatings reduce flare and ghosting, helping to maintain contrast and image quality, when shooting in backlit environments.

Tamron’s holy trinity of lenses

Tamron has always designed unique focal width lenses, which provide a slightly different range to many conventional options. The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E is the longest in their holy trinity of lenses, all of which features a wide constant aperture.

It’s joined by the  at the ultra wide end, and  in the middle, providing photographers with a viable alternative to traditional fast zooms.

Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E samples images

Kazuyuki Omori Portrait taken at 144 mm. Camera settings 1/125 sec at f /2.8. ISO 100 using the  

Kazuyuki Omor horse jumping at 180 mm. Camera settings 1/1600 sec at f/2.8. ISO 200 using the Sony alpha 1

Ian Plant Indonesia at 70mm. Camera settings 1/500 sec at f/4.5. ISO 100 using the using the  

Ian Plant Orangutang at 180mm. Camera settings 1/250 sec at f/2.8. ISO 6400

What’s in the Box

• Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E Mount full-frame cameras
• Lens hood
• Lens caps