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Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD: Budget Telephoto Review
Tamron 50-300mm lens offers fast autofocus, stabilization, and compact design for Sony cameras at $699.
In brief
Tamron 50-300mm lens offers fast autofocus, stabilization, and compact design for Sony cameras at $699. Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD provides fast autofocus, optical stabilization, and 0.5x macro at $699 for Sony cameras. Originally reported by Digital Camera World.
Early Verdict
The Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD feels like an old friend with new autofocus and stabilization tech.
Reasons to buy
Voice-coil motor autofocus, optical image stabilization, function button, weather-seals, and USB port.
Reasons to avoid
Physical zoom extension, modest long-end aperture, and only for Sony cameras.
Price & Availability
Listed at $699 / £629 / AU$1,158, undercutting the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 at $1,099.
Design & Handling
Compact 75x150mm / 3x5.9in, weighs 665g / 1.5lb, with 19 elements in 14 groups.
Performance
Fast autofocus, optical stabilization, sharpness, and smooth bokeh across zoom range.
Macro Capability
0.5x macro magnification at 50mm, but blurry edges when shooting flat subjects.
Sample Images
Shots across water at 50mm and 300mm show sharpness and minimal distortion.
Verdict
Excellent for Sony cameras with fast autofocus, stabilization, and compact size.
Alternatives
Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD offers longer reach at $1,299; Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD is cheaper at $399.
In short
Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD provides fast autofocus, optical stabilization, and 0.5x macro at $699 for Sony cameras.
