11-20mm F/2.8 DI III-A RXD
Ultra wide-angle with F2.8 maximum aperture for APS-C mirrorless. Fast aperture and superb optical performance for dynamic images and video.
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Lens Overview
Compact, lightweight F2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless invites new experiences
The 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD (Model B060) is an ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E, FUJIFILM X, and CANON RF APS-C mirrorless cameras[1], offering a bright constant F2.8 aperture and outstanding portability. The fast aperture lets you maintain a high shutter speed even in dark conditions, ensuring sharp handheld images with minimal shake. Special lens elements are arranged to suppress optical aberrations, producing clear images and high-resolution performance throughout the zoom range. The lens is so lightweight and compact that it’s ideal for everyday use and travel and is perfect for video, especially when using a gimbal. It provides a remarkable MOD allowing you to close in on subjects easily. The fast precision AF drive system is perfect for still and video shooting. Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating offer additional protection when shooting outdoors. This lens combines excellent portability with the ability to capture unique images, expanding your enjoyment of photography.
[1] A full-frame equivalent of 16.5-30mm for Sony E and FUJIFILM X-mount, and 17.6-32mm for CANON RF mount.
Capture Dynamic Images with a Fast-Aperture Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Lens
Covering focal lengths from 11-20mm (a full-frame equivalent of 16.5-30mm for Sony E & FUJIFILM X and 17.6-32mm for CANON RF), this ultra wide-angle lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras features a maximum aperture of F2.8 and allows users to fully enjoy the distinctive depth-of-field and unique perspective provided by an ultra wide-angle lens. Enjoy a higher degree of photographic freedom than ever before, such as taking regular snapshots at the 20mm end,
which has a rather natural angle of view, and then zooming out to take powerful ultra wide-angle shots of landscapes or selfies at the wide end – all while enjoying the easy handling, creamy bokeh and other advantages that fast-aperture lenses offer. The lens shines in various scenarios, including architecture, landscape, indoor environmental portraits, travel, interior photography, and video.
A design so compact and lightweight, it’s hard to believe it’s an ultra wide-angle lens
The lens was designed to be exceptionally compact and lightweight, an ideal match with APS-C mirrorless cameras. It has an overall length of 86.2mm (3.4″)*, and weighs only 335g (11.8oz). Imagine a lens so small and light that it is hard to believe it’s a full-fledged fast-aperture ultra wide-angle zoom. You can concentrate on shooting without worrying about bulk or weight. When used with a compatible APS-C mirrorless camera body, you’ll enjoy carefree handheld shooting of still images and find it comfortable to shoot video even when using a compact tripod or gimbal.
*Length is based on the Sony E-mount lens.
Enjoy outstanding ultra wide-angle optical performance of the TAMRON 11-20mm F2.8
The 11-20mm F2.8 is a high-resolution lens that focuses on superb image quality as a full-fledged fast-aperture ultra wide-angle zoom. The optical construction includes 12 elements in 10 groups. High resolution performance is maintained across the entire frame with the well-balanced arrangement of two GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) lens elements. Two LD (Low Dispersion) and one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens elements are used to suppress the chromatic aberrations that tend to occur when shooting at the wide-open aperture of fast-aperture lenses. These features combine to render clear, crisp images. In addition, the use of the lens correction features built into Sony cameras lets users harness extra lens performance gains.
Indulge in the exciting world of wide-angle macro with an MOD of 0.15m (5.9")
The MOD (Minimum Object Distance) is just 0.15m (5.9″) at the wide end. This extreme close-range shooting performance allows you to get as close to a subject as you like. The maximum magnification ratio is 1:4 — an astonishing feat for an ultra wide-angle lens — and it unlocks powerful wide-angle macro shooting utilizing the unique perspective that makes near objects look larger, and distant objects smaller. Additionally, using the F2.8 maximum aperture produces a shallower depth-of-field that creates soft bokeh in the background, allowing users to take distinctive images with unique expressions.
Explore a wide variety of situations by combining two lenses in TAMRON's series of fast-aperture zooms for APS-C mirrorless cameras
By combining the 11-20mm F2.8 and its balance of excellent portability and high image quality with the 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Model B070)3, these two lenses cover an extreme range of focal lengths from 11mm to 70mm (a full-frame equivalent of 16.5mm to 105mm) with a fast, wide-open aperture of F2.8. The combined weight of the two lenses is only approximately 860g (30.3 oz)4. Drastically reducing bulky size and weight is advantageous during shooting and transportation and is convenient during travel when you want to lighten the load of your camera bag. Additionally, like most of the TAMRON’s other lenses for mirrorless cameras, the filter size is standardized at 67mm. In addition to allowing the shared use of PL and other filters between lenses, the unified size is also highly convenient as it eliminates the hassle of finding the right lens cap when switching lenses. With these two lenses covering a broad angle of view, users can easily enjoy photography spanning various genres from portrait work to tabletop photography and landscapes. Have it all!
[3] 17-70mm F2.8 (Model B070) for CANON RF mount is not launched as of October 2024.
[4] Weight is based on the Sony-mount lens.
High performance RXD autofocus operates quietly and accurately captures subjects when shooting both still and video
The AF drive on the 11-20mm F2.8 includes an RXD motor unit to help you stay focused on the action. RXD uses an actuator to precisely control the rotational angle of the motor, allowing it to directly drive the focusing lens without passing through a reduction gear. A sensor that precisely detects the position of the lens enables high-speed and accurate AF, which is ideal when shooting continually moving subjects or recording video. And with a focusing system that is both smooth and quiet, the 11-20mm F2.8 lets you shoot free from stress not worrying the drive sound in a quiet environment.
CANON RF mount is equipped with an AF/MF switch and is compatible with the TAMRON Lens Utility software
The 11-20mm F2.8 for CANON RF mount is equipped with an AF/MF switch for easier operation.
In addition, with the CANON RF mount version, users can employ the dedicated TAMRON Lens Utility software that was developed in-house by TAMRON5. This application enables users to easily update the lens to the latest firmware themselves without the camera6. On the firmware information screen, you can check the version of your lens and update it if a newer firmware version is available.
[5] To connect your PC and lens, use the TAMRON Connection Cable (USB Type-A to Type-C/ Model CC-150, or USB Type-C to Type-C/ Model CC-350) sold separately.
[6] Certain functions cannot be customized with the 11-20mm F2.8.
Built with Mirrorless in Mind
TAMRON’s new 11-20mm F2.8 is compatible with many of the advanced features that are specific to mirrorless cameras. These includes:
– Fast Hybrid AF
– Eye AF
– Direct Manual Focus (DMF)
– In-camera lens correction (shading, chromatic aberration, distortion)
– Camera-based lens unit firmware updates
* Features vary by camera. Please consult your camera’s instruction manual for details.
* As of March, 2021
Inspiration
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/7.1, 1/50 sec, ISO 125
Focal length : 11.5mm
Exposure : F/13, 1/10 sec, ISO 125
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/13, 30 sec, ISO 125
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/10, 1/3 sec, ISO 125
Focal length : 15mm
Exposure : F/4.5, 1/400 sec, ISO 125
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/10, 1/8 sec, ISO 250
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/2.8, 1/200 sec, ISO 200
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/11, 1/4 sec, ISO 125
Focal length : 12.1mm
Exposure : F/14, 1/8 sec, ISO 125
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/5.6, 20 sec, ISO 200
Focal length : 16.6mm
Exposure : F/13, 0.5 sec, ISO 200
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/2.8, 1/5000 sec, ISO 320
Focal length : 12.8mm
Exposure : F/2.8, 1/2000 sec, ISO 320
Focal length : 17.7mm
Exposure : F/8.0, 1/1250 sec, ISO 320
Focal length : 20mm
Exposure : F/5.6, 1/950 sec, ISO 160
Focal length : 20mm
Exposure : F/6.3, 1/600 sec, ISO 320
Focal length : 15.2mm
Exposure : F/5.6, 1/900 sec, ISO 320
Focal length : 20mm
Exposure : F/8.0, 1/480 sec, ISO 320
Focal length : 20mm
Exposure : F/5.6, 1/240 sec, ISO 320
Focal length : 11mm
Exposure : F/5.6, 1/1250 sec, ISO 320
Lens Tour
Circular Aperture
A 9-blade diaphragm is configured to retain a smooth, circular-shaped aperture opening even when stopped down by two stops from the wide-open aperture. This produces a smooth-edged bokeh in background highlights.
Features
A 7-blade diaphragm is configured to retain a smooth, circular-shaped aperture opening even when stopped down by two stops from the wide-open aperture. This produces a smooth-edged bokeh in background highlights.
TAMRON has long been an innovator of coating technologies that prevent ghosting and flare. Second-generation BBAR-G2 Coating is a groundbreaking advancement that provides vastly improved performance compared to the original BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating. The coating corrects for ghosting and flare to an unprecedented extent and renders fine subject detail with true clarity and stunning contrast even under backlit conditions.
For greater protection when shooting outdoors, leak-resistant seals throughout the lens barrel help protect your equipment.
The front surface of the lens element is coated with a protective fluorine compound that is water- and oil-repellent. The lens surface is easier to wipe clean and is less vulnerable to the damaging effects of dirt, dust, moisture and fingerprints.
The CANON RF mount includes an AF/MF switch for easier operation.
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Tech Specs
Essential Specifications
Model
B060
Format
Mirrorless
Focal Length
11-20mm
Aperture Performance
Maximum Aperture
F2.8
Minimum Aperture
F16
Aperture Blades
7 (circular diaphragm)
Physical Attributes
Length
86.2mm/3.4" (Sony), 86.5mm/3.4" (Fujifilm), 84.2mm/3.3" (CANON RF)
Weight
335g/11.8oz (Sony/Fujifilm), 340g/12oz (CANON RF)
Maximum Diameter
ø73mm
Filter Size
ø67mm
Close-Up Capabilities
Minimum Object Distance
0.15m (5.9") (Wide) / 0.24m (9.4") (Tele)
Maximum Magnification Ratio
1:4 (Wide) / 1:7.6 (Tele)
Optics & Accessories
Angle of View (diagonal)
105° 20'-71° 35' (for APS-C format)
Optical Construction
12 elements in 10 groups
Standard Accessory
Flower-shaped hood, Lens caps
Compatibility
Mount
Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF
Price
“$829 USD / $1,099 CAD (Sony/FUJIFILM)
$659USD / $899 CAD (CANON RF”
* Length is the distance from the front tip of the lens to the lens mount face.
** The circular diaphragm stays almost perfectly circular up to two stops down from maximum aperture.
Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.
This product is developed, manufactured and sold based on the specifications of E-mount which was disclosed by Sony Corporation under the license agreement with Sony Corporation.
Release Date
Sony E: June 24th, 2021
FUJIFILM X: May 30th, 2023
CANON RF: December 12, 2024
MTF
Optical Construction
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