Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2
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Features at a Glance
- Tamron’s Newest Lens.
- Designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras from Sony and Nikon.
- Comfortable ergonomic design for ease of use.
- Lightweight, compact, and built-for-mobility design makes it perfect for travel and video content creation.
- High-speed, high-precision VXD AF quietly captures the action.
- Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility™ Software.
- Moisture-Resistant Construction with protective Fluorine Coating.
- Starting at $929. Available now for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
Lens Overview
Evolution of the G2: Meet the Next Generation 16-30mm F2.8 G2 Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Lens
Expanding upon the success of the highly acclaimed TAMRON 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046), the G2 model emerges as an advanced 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Model A064). While broadening the zoom range, it maintains a compact, lightweight design and delivers exceptional image quality. In addition, it features improved autofocus performance and has been updated to the latest lens design, enhancing overall operability. It’s also compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility,™ allowing users to customize practical functions for both photography and videography. Retaining the mobility and versatility of its predecessor, the 16-30mm F2.8 G2 unlocks new creative possibilities. Experience the unique creative expressions that only a fast, ultra wide-angle lens can offer.
New 2nd-Generation Lens Design Improves Focal Range, Optical Performance, Operation and Ergonomics
This dynamic ultra wide-angle zoom lens completes the G2 trinity (for Nikon Z mount, available only with 16-30mm F2.8 G2 and 28-75mm F2.8 G2 as of June 2025). The zoom magnification is increased compared to the 1st-generation, yet its lightweight,
compact and superb image quality are retained from the original lens 17-28mm F2.8 (Model A046). Enjoy ultra wide-angle coverage with improved performance thanks to its advanced AF capability and latest design enhancements.
Unlock New Possibilities in Landscape and Snap Photography with an Expanded Field-of-View
The 16-30mm F2.8 G2 extends the zoom range from 17mm to 16mm at the wide end and from 28mm to 30mm at the longer end. This enhancement provides a broader field-of-view, offering greater freedom for creative expression. On the wide-angle side, it’s perfect for capturing powerful architectural and landscape shots, emphasizing perspective and depth. It also excels in portrait photography, incorporating the spacious backgrounds that are unique to ultra wide-angle shots. On the 30mm end, the focal length delivers a more natural angle-of-view, making it ideal for family, street and travel photography. With just this one lens, you can flexibly adapt to a variety of outdoor and cramped indoor shooting scenarios.
Lightweight, Compact, and Built for Mobility, It's Perfect for Travel and Everyday Photography and Video Content Creation
The 16-30mm F2.8 G2 has an expanded zoom range and introduces key upgrades including a linear motor, Connector Port, and Focus Set Button. Even with these enhancements, the lens maintains the incredibly lightweight and compact design points (440g/15.5oz, 101.8mm/4in length,* Ø67mm filter diameter) of its predecessor, ensuring excellent portability. Additionally, a component that enhances rigidity is used to optimize the balance between compactness and rigidity. Moreover, the latest optical design and support for in-camera lens correction functions** ensure high image quality throughout the entire zoom range. Thanks to these innovations, this highly portable zoom can be used to enjoy high-quality photography and video in a variety of situations, from everyday life to travel. Furthermore, the internal zoom (non-extending zoom) mechanism stabilizes the center of gravity, making handheld shooting, vlogging with a grip, capturing selfies, or gimbal use smoother than ever.
*Length and weight are for Sony E-mount lenses.
** When shooting with the camera’s lens correction function enabled.
Exceptional Optical Performance with High Resolution, Capturing the Finest Details of Landscapes and Architecture, and Rendering Beautiful Bokeh
Featuring construction of 16 elements in 12 groups, the 16-30mm F2.8 G2 includes one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion), two LD (Low Dispersion), and three GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) lenses to minimize chromatic and various other aberrations. This design provides sharp, high-resolution images throughout the zoom range, capturing even the finest details in landscapes (starry skies) and architecture. Another feature is the dreamy bokeh produced by the fast F2.8 aperture. The natural bokeh in front of and behind the subject enhances the sharpness of the subject, making it possible to create impressive images even in close-up photography. The fast aperture also enables low-light shooting without excessively high ISO settings, thereby delivering clear, noise-free images even in dim lighting conditions. Additionally, the BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating reduces ghosting and flare in backlit situations, providing clear, sharp images.
High-Speed, High-Precision AF to Quietly Capture All the Action
The AF drive uses TAMRON’s fastest and most precise VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism. It excels at tracking fast-moving subjects, making it ideal for skateboarding, dance performances, and other dynamic scenes. With exceptional subject tracking, this zoom captures fast action with reliability. The quiet operation also makes it perfect for concerts, weddings, and other noise-sensitive environments, ensuring smooth performance for both stills and video shooting.
Versatile Close-Up Photography, Ideal for Tabletop and Indoor Shots
With an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.19m (7.5in) at the ultra-wide end and 0.3m (11.8in) at the longer end, this lens provides impressive close-up results with its maximum magnification ratio of 1:5.4–1:7. The short working distance (approx. 7–18cm/2.8-7.1in) makes it perfect for tabletop and indoor photography, even in tight spaces. Take advantage of the expansive perspective for dramatic compositions or get up close to create stunning subject isolation with beautifully blurred backgrounds, thanks to the fast F2.8 aperture. Explore the unique and amazing world of ultra wide-angle close-up photography.
*Working distance: The distance from the front end of the lens to the subject
Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility™ Software
The 16-30mm F2.8 G2 is compatible with the dedicated TAMRON Lens Utility software (for PC and Android™ [1] OS) that was developed in-house by TAMRON [2]. TAMRON Lens Utility for mobile is especially useful for outdoor shooting. This software enables users to assign practical functions [3] to the lens for both video and still photography using a PC, smartphone or tablet, providing true customization. Designed to be intuitive and easy to use, TAMRON Lens Utility increases lens functionality and elevates your creative experience. The PC version also allows you to update your lens firmware. [4]
[1] Android is a trademark of Google LLC.
[2] 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. To connect your smartphone and lens, use the TAMRON Connection Cable (USB Type-C to Type-C/ Model CC-350) sold separately.
[3] The ring function (Focus/Aperture) is not supported for Nikon Z mount.
[4] Lens firmware updates are not supported with the Mobile version. Performing firmware updates requires the TAMRON Lens Utility for PC and a computer.
Additional Key Tamron Lens Utility™ Features of the 16-30mm F2.8 G2
– Astro Focus Lock (Astro FC-L) Supports Precise Astrophotography.
The Focal Point will automatically be fixed at infinity to maintain the focus point for astrophotography.
*The focus ring is disabled until Astro FC-L is released to prevent focus deviation due to incorrect operation.
– Select AF/MF
By assigning this function to the focus set button, switching between AF/MF is attained. This makes operation easier when shooting scenes that require frequent use of AF/MF switching.
Unified 67mm Filter Size
Nearly all TAMRON mirrorless lenses have a 67mm filter size. This allows you to use the same filter among a wide range of lenses. PL and ND filters are typically expensive, so sharing saves money. Additionally, this eliminates the need to search for caps with different diameters when switching lenses. All lenses in this series are compact, lightweight, and extremely portable, making it easier when carrying multiple lenses at the same time.
Comfortable Ergonomic Design for Ease of Use
– Enhanced Exterior Surface
Our engineers carefully considered the structure and all key parts right down to the finest details, resulting in an enhanced design that updates both operation and ergonomic considerations. The surface of the lens exterior is shiny and glossy black. Improved abrasion resistance makes the lens harder to scratch and resists fingerprints. The material on the zoom and focus rings are also updated to offer better grip performance with deeper grooves. The smoothly curved, glossy surface of the brand ring creates a dignified appearance with a design that signifies functional beauty and high quality.
– Zoom Ring, Focus Ring: Improved Grip Texture and Smoother Overall Operation
The smooth ring operation featured on the 90mm F2.8 MACRO (Model F072), is inherited and offers the enhanced ring torque with comfortable resistance from the zoom and focus ring. Compared to the 1st-generation, operation is further refined. By carefully choosing the right material in the internal mechanism, adjustments are now smoother and more precise, allowing for effortless, accurate control over focus and zoom.
Complete G2 Trinity, “Daisangen”
With the release of the 16-30mm F2.8 G2 ultra wide-angle zoom, the fast G2 trinity, “Daisangen” is now complete,* alongside the standard zoom 28-75mm F2.8 G2 (Model A063) and 70-180mm F2.8 G2 (Model A065) telephoto zoom. Together, these lenses cover the extremely versatile 16mm to 180mm range, making them ideal for virtually any scene. All three lenses share a 67mm filter diameter, ensuring portability and convenience. Even when carried together, their total weight is just 1.8kg (63.5oz), minimizing fatigue during extended shoots. Plus, with a constant fast F2.8 aperture across the entire zoom range, they deliver consistent high image quality in any situation and allow pinpoint subject isolation. Experience the perfect blend of performance and functionality, making professional-level photography more accessible than ever.
What is Daisangen?
The term “Daisangen” originates from the game of mahjong, where it refers to a winning hand made by collecting three sets of dragon tiles. Drawing from this concept, the photography industry uses the term “Daisangen lenses” in Japan to describe a set of three zoom lenses—a wide-angle, a standard, and a telephoto—all featuring a constant F2.8 aperture throughout their zoom range.
*For Nikon Z mount, available only with 16-30mm F2.8 G2 and 28-75mm F2.8 G2 as of June 2025.
Built with Mirrorless in Mind
■ For Sony E-mount includes:
・Fast Hybrid AF
・Eye AF
・Direct Manual Focus (DMF)
・In-camera lens correction (shading, chromatic aberration, distortion)
• AF Assist
■ For Nikon Z mount includes:
・Hybrid AF
・Eye AF
・M/A Mode
・ In-camera lens correction (shading, chromatic aberration, distortion)
* Features vary by camera.
Please consult your camera’s instruction manual for details.Please update the firmware to the latest version. Please consult your camera’s instruction manual for details.
As of June 2025
Zoom Ring, Focus Ring
The smooth ring operation featured on the 90mm F2.8 MACRO (Model F072), is inherited and offers the enhanced ring torque with comfortable resistance from the zoom and focus ring. Compared to the 1st-generation, operation is further refined. By carefully choosing the right material in the internal mechanism, adjustments are now smoother and more precise, allowing for effortless, accurate control over focus and zoom.
* For Model A058
New Sculpted Shape
The diameters of the zoom ring and focus ring have been enlarged, and the body areas around them have been slimmed down to give the lens a contoured profile that makes it easier to grip. This creates a comfortable, uneven shape that fits snugly and naturally in the hand.
* For Model A063
Deep, Luxurious Black Exterior Finish
The surface of the lens exterior is shiny black, much glossier than previous models. Improved abrasion resistance makes the lens harder to scratch and resists fingerprints.
* For Model A063
Brand Ring
The “brand ring” on the lens mount is a sign of trust with the user, and the smooth curved surface and glossy surface treatment give the camera a unique and dignified appearance that is pleasing to both the eye and the hand.
Inspiration
Focal length : 30mm, Exposure : F/2.8, 0.4 sec., ISO 100
Focal length : 30mm, Exposure : F/5.6, 1/100 sec., ISO 100
Focal length : 16mm, Exposure : F/2.8, 1/20 sec., ISO 200
Focal length : 30mm, Exposure : F/2.8, 1/25 sec., ISO 200
Focal length : 17mm, Exposure : F/3.5, 1/3200 sec., ISO 320
Focal length : 16mm, Exposure : F/3.2, 1/3200 sec., ISO 400
Focal length : 30mm, Exposure : F/2.8, 1/500 sec., ISO 640
Focal length : 16mm, Exposure : F/5.6, 15.0 sec., ISO 64
Focal length : 30mm, Exposure : F/3.5, 1/1250 sec., ISO 250
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.
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Features
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.
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 Connector Port is the water-proofed USB Type-C variety.
*Shown for model A063, seals in same positions for all lenses.
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 internal zoom (non-extending zoom) mechanism stabilizes the center of gravity, making handheld shooting, vlogging with a grip, capturing selfies, or gimbal use smoother than ever.
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Tech Specs
Essential Specifications
Model
A064
Format
Mirrorless
Focal Length
16-30mm
Aperture Performance
Maximum Aperture
F2.8
Minimum Aperture
F16
Aperture Blades
9 (circular diaphragm)
Physical Attributes
Length
101.8mm/4.0" (Sony), 103.9mm/4.1" (Nikon)
Weight
440g/15.5oz (Sony), 450g/15.9oz (Nikon)
Maximum Diameter
ø74.8mm
Filter Size
ø67mm
Close-Up Capabilities
Minimum Object Distance
0.19m (7.5") (16mm) / 0.3m (11.8") (30mm)
Maximum Magnification Ratio
1:5.4 (16mm) / 1:7 (30mm)
Optics & Accessories
Angle of View (diagonal)
107°2'- 71°35' (for full-frame mirrorless format)
Optical Construction
16 elements in 12 groups
Standard Accessory
Flower-shaped hood, Lens caps
Compatibility, Warranty & Product Brochure
Mount
Sony E, Nikon Z
Warranty
6-Year Limited
(Tamron does not guarantee functionality with Cinema cameras.)
Product Brochure
* 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.
This product is developed, manufactured, and sold under the license agreement with Nikon Corporation.
Release Date
Sony E: July 31, 2025
Nikon Z: August 22, 2025
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