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18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 DI III-A VC VXD
The first 16.6x all-in-one zoom for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Exceptional image quality plus amazing close-focusing.
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Lens Overview
An all-in-one lens that zooms from wide-angle to ultra-telephoto for Sony E and Fujifilm X-mount
One of the most exciting features of this lens is its 16.6x zoom ratio. It is the first APS-C mirrorless camera lens in the world to achieve this extreme range. Its 18-300mm focal length provides the full-frame equivalent of 27-450mm. From ultra-telephoto photography taking advantage of lens compression, to wide-angle photography that captures vast landscapes, this lens supports many different types of photographic expression. The remarkably compact design weighs just 620g (21.9oz). The lens is easy to handle in any situation, and ideal to carry around all day.
18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD, A Versatile Zoom Lens for Mirrorless
The TAMRON 18-300mm VC lens is highly desirable for travel photographers due to its exceptional versatility and convenience. Spanning an extensive 16.6X zoom range, it allows you to capture a wide variety of scenes, from sweeping landscapes and intricate architectural details to distant wildlife and candid street photography, all with a single lens.
This all-in-one zoom eliminates the need to carry and switch between multiple lenses, making it a perfect travel lens. Its compact and lightweight design enhances portability, while the optics ensure high-quality images across the zoom range. The Vibration Compensation (VC) aids in capturing sharp images in low-light or at extended focal lengths, making it an indispensable tool for capturing the diverse and dynamic moments encountered during travel.
Best-in-class VXD autofocus that's fast and precise
The 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 VC VXD is a zoom lens with speed, precision and responsiveness that ranks at the top of all-in-one zoom lens category, due in part to TAMRON’s VXD linear motor focus mechanism. Even at the ultra-telephoto focal length of 300mm (the full-frame equivalent of 450mm), it glides into focus comfortably from the minimum distance to infinity. Its focus tracking is so effective that it allows you to capture decisive moments when photographing insects, animals, vehicles or other moving subjects. Since it directly drives a group of lens elements to focus without using gears, the lens is exceptionally quiet. The linear motor suppresses drive noise making this lens ideal for shooting both still photos and video in environments that demand silence.
Maximum magnification ratio is 1:2, absolutely amazing for an all-in-one zoom lens
At 18mm, the lens provides an impressive maximum magnification ratio of 1:2 with an MOD of 0.15m (5.9″”).* With an amazing working distance you can get extremely close to your subject. This versatility is ideal for capturing intricate details of small subjects such as insects and flowers, making the TAMRON 18-300mm a powerful tool for everyday photography and specialized close-up work.
*When shooting at MOD at the wide end, the working distance between the subject and the front tip of the lens is approximately 5mm (0.2″”). Use precaution so that the front element does not touch the subject when shooting at MOD.
Uncompromising optical performance throughout the entire zoom range
The 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 VC VXD is a high-resolution all-in-one zoom lens created through TAMRON’s persistent pursuit of outstanding image quality. The optical construction includes several special lens elements, specifically four LD (Low Dispersion) and three hybrid aspherical lens elements. These elements help to produce clear, sharp images from the center to the corners. Chromatic aberration and other optical aberrations are well corrected. In addition, the BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating suppresses ghosting and flare, which commonly occur in backlit scenes. Throughout the entire zoom range, the 18-300mm provides both high image quality and soft creamy bokeh.
Equipped with TAMRON's proprietary VC
This lens incorporates TAMRON’s proprietary VC mechanism to minimize the effect of camera-shake, which is likely to occur in the telephoto range. It displays its ability to perform when shooting handheld under low-light conditions such as indoor or when shooting at night. It effectively reduces the degradation of picture quality. Using AI technologies, the lens will choose the compensation characteristic for videography at focal lengths of 70mm or less.
Built with Mirrorless in Mind
TAMRON’s new 17-70mm F2.8 is compatible with many of the advanced features that are specific to mirrorless cameras. This 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 November, 2020
Inspiration
Focal length : 18mm Exposure : F/3.5 1/25sec ISO 800 X-S10
Focal length : 18mm Exposure : F/8.0 3.0sec ISO 160 X-S10
Focal length : 300mm Exposure : F/6.3 1/125sec ISO 160 X-S10
Focal length : 37mm Exposure : F/5.6 1/80sec ISO 160 X-S10
Focal length : 25.4mm Exposure : F/4.0 1/300sec ISO 160 X-S10
Focal length : 18mm Exposure : F/5.0 1/750sec ISO 160 X-S10
Focal length : 300mm Exposure : F/6.3 1/80sec ISO 160 X-S10
Focal length : 18mm Exposure : F/3.5 1/1400sec ISO 160 X-S10
Focal length : 300mm Exposure : F/6.3 1/480sec ISO 320 X-S10
Focal length : 18mm Exposure : F/8.0 1/13sec ISO 160 X-S10
Focal length : 126.8mm Exposure : F/22 0.8ec ISO 80 X-S10
Focal length : 126.8mm Exposure : F/5.6 1/60sec ISO 400 X-S10
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.
The 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 VC VXD has a switch that can lock the zoom ring at the 18mm focal length if desired. This prevents the unwanted extension of the lens barrel due to the weight of the lens during transportation.
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.
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Tech Specs
Essential Specifications
Model
B061
Format
Mirrorless
Focal Length
18-300mm
Aperture Performance
Maximum Aperture
F3.5-6.3
Minimum Aperture
F22-40
Aperture Blades
7 (circular diaphragm)
Physical Attributes
Length
125.6mm/4.9" (Sony), 125.8mm/5" (Fujifilm)
Weight
620g/21.9oz (Sony/Fujifilm)
Maximum Diameter
ø75.5mm
Filter Size
ø67mm
Close-Up Capabilities
Minimum Object Distance
0.15m (5.9") (Wide) / 0.99m (39") (Tele)
Maximum Magnification Ratio
1:2 (Wide) / 1:4 (Tele)
Optics & Accessories
Angle of View (diagonal)
77° 24'-5° 30' (for APS-C mirrorless format)
Optical Construction
19 elements in 15 groups
Standard Accessory
Flower-shaped hood, Lens caps
Compatibility
Mount
Sony E, Fujifilm X
Price
$699 USD / $949 CAD
* 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: September 24th, 2021
FUJIFILM X:October 28th, 2021
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