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Tamron - 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount - Black

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Tamron - 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount - Black

Model: AFB070S700
SKU: 6458609
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Specifications
  • Lens Mount Compatibility
    Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount
    Lens Type
    Standard Zoom, Wide Angle zoom, Standard Zoom
    Minimum Focal Length
    17 millimeters
    Maximum Focal Length
    70 millimeters
    Maximum Aperture
    f/2.8
  • Key Specs
    • Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount
    • Lens Type: Standard Zoom, Wide Angle zoom, Standard Zoom
    • Minimum Focal Length: 17 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Focal Length: 70 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
  • General
    • Brand: Tamron
    • Model Number: AFB070S700
    • Product Name: 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount
    • Color: Black
  • Compatibility
    • Compatible Devices: Mirrorless Camera
    • Brand Compatibility: Sony, Sony, Sony, Sony, Sony
    • Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount
    • Tripod/Monopod Mountable: false (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Weight: 1.2 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Product Length with Lens Closed: 4.7 inches
    • Product Diameter: 2.94 inches (The out of box diameter of the item, measured as a straight line passing from side to side of the item, through its center.)
  • Imaging
    • Lens Type: Standard Zoom, Wide Angle zoom, Standard Zoom
    • Auto/Manual Focus: Automatic/manual
    • In-Lens Image Stabilization: true (This feature helps reduce image blurring from camera motion. Lens stabilization means an element within the lens moves automatically to counteract detected motion.)
  • Exposure Control
    • Minimum Focal Length: 17 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Focal Length: 70 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
    • Minimum Focus Distance: 7.5 inches
    • Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
    • Minimum Aperture: f/16 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
    • Focal Length 35mm Film Equivalent: 25.5-105mm (The focal length of the lens that provides the same field of view as a 35mm film camera.)
    • Constant Aperture: true (Has a fixed aperture (typically expressed in f-numbers), which means the barrel of the lens does not extend or retract when the focal length changes.)
  • Performance
    • Filter Diameter: 67 millimeters
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 6 Years
    • Warranty - Labor: 6 Years
  • Other
    • UPC: 725211700012

The 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Model AFB070S700) is a large aperture everyday zoom lens for Sony E-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras. Fast, sharp, quiet, and small—this new APS-C zoom lens is extraordinarily versatile and perfect for everyday photography. The lens was created to achieve a broad zoom range and excellent image quality. With a focal length range of 17-70mm (a full-frame equivalent of 25.5-105mm), it’s the world's first 17-70mm F2.8 standard zoom lens with a 4.1x zoom ratio for APS-C cameras. The 17-70mm F2.8 includes Tamron's proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation). When shooting video, by utilizing AI technology, image stabilization performance improves compared to conventional models. Designed specifically for use with APS-C mirrorless cameras, the lens is light weight and compact, even with VC. Its small size and versatility make it a great choice for outdoor, travel and vacation photography, where compact camera bags are preferred, and of course for daily use. Additionally, photographers / users can take advantage of a close working distance. It features an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.19m (7.5 in) at the wide-angle end and 0.39m (15.4 in) at the telephoto end. The lens is equipped with Tamron’s RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) AF drive system, a high-speed, precision stepping motor unit. It also incorporates a wide variety of other features, including Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating for added durability. In your everyday life and on your trips to distant places, this lens captures all the excitement and discoveries with the finest possible detail.

  • Sony E-Mount: Compatible with Sony E-Mount APS-C Mirrorless Cameras.
  • Every Day Zoom: This lens was createdto achieve a broad zoom range and excellent quality.
  • 17-70mm focal length: This is a very versatile focal length and perfect for everyday photography.
  • 2.8 maximum aperture: Large aperture allows shooting in lower light levels.
  • Moisture-Resistant Construction: Leak-resistant seals throughout the lens barrel helps protect your equipment
Whats Included
  • Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
  • Front cap
  • Rear cap
  • Lens hood
  • Manual
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Customers are saying

Customers admire the 17-70mm F/2.8 lens for its razor-sharp image quality across the entire zoom range, its versatile functionality, and its consistently good aperture at all focal lengths. The auto focus is also appreciated for being very quick. However, some customers have noted that the lens can be heavy and a bit too big.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Starter Lens or Secondary that does it all!

    Amazing lens! Snagged it while it was on sale and well worth the price. Not too big nor too heavy and the aperture is great! If you are a beginner and need a sort of all around lens just starting out, this is a great choice.

    DakotaJ Posted

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid lens

    This is an incredibly sharp lens in the 17-50mm range. The two annoying parts are how heavy it is and the small chromatic adoration around the 50-70mm range. Otherwise really good for photo and video. The 6 year warranty/yearly maintenance is a fantastic bonus. Build quality is good, but when zooming in and out with the lens the end of the range can be a bit hard. It broke in pretty quickly so looking straight down sometimes causes the lens to extend out (zoom in) a tiny bit. Low light performance is fantastic. I use the Sony zve10 and the 2.8 aperture takes some pretty good pictures. Just make sure to get an ND filter of some kind if you want to shoot in the light.

    Zach Posted

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great affordable lens! My new fav!

    This is my new favorite lens. I have a crop frame camera and this gives me so much more flexibility than my 50mm prime lens. Photos are crisp and beautiful!

    Carli Posted

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