The all new Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057) zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras upends conventional wisdom for ultra-telephoto zoom lenses, with a very compact design and high image quality. The 150-500mm F5-6.7 achieves a 500mm focal length while retaining a compact size, with a length of just 209.6mm (8.3 in) and a maximum diameter of 93mm, enabling comfortable handheld shooting. The design places major emphasis on image quality.
The optical construction features 25 elements in 16 groups and utilizes special lens elements and hybrid aspherical lens elements to control various potential aberrations such as chromatic aberrations. The 150-500mm F5-6.7 zoom is also equipped with a high-speed, high-precision linear motor focus mechanism VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) and VC (Vibration Compensation), ensuring that no photogenic moment is ever missed. Additionally, the lens has a MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.6m (23.6 in) at the 150mm end and remarkable overall usability. The Arca-Swiss compatible tripod mount has strap attachment holes and there are various features to support outdoor shooting, including Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating. The 150-500mm F5-6.7 is a highly versatile lens that lets you capture a wide array of subjects ranging from landscapes and birds to sports and wildlife photography.
Main Features:
- E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
- 225-750mm Equivalent on APS-C Cameras
- Aperture Range: f/5-6.7 to f/22-32
- Low Dispersion and Aspherical Elements
- BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating
- XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion), LD (Low Dispersion), and GM (Glass-Molded Aspherical) elements
- VC image stabilization facilitates shooting handheld at the 500mm ultra-telephoto position
- Rotating Arca-type tripod mount
- Zoom ring small 75° arc of rotation enables swift adjustment
- Minimum focusing distance of 5.9"
- Unit Dimensions: 3.7 x 8.3" / 93 x 209.6mm
- Unit Weight: 4.2lb / 1.9kg
- Filter Thread: 82mm (Front)
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