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  • Front. Tamron - 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount.
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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:
12564097
Highly rated by customers for:
$599.00
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The comparable value is $699.99

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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 91 reviews

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100%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the excellent image quality, noting its sharpness, and appreciate its versatility and good aperture across all focal lengths. They also find its low light performance fantastic. However, some customers mention that the product is heavy and large.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Versatility

    W lens

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best lens in this price range. Over all one and done / versatile for all. This doesn’t leave my camera it’s best for evey shooting event or streaming

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Great, but heavy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing lens, build quality is great the only gripe i’d say is the weight.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Tamron 17-70

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera lens. Takes very good images with my Sony A6700

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great lens!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I broke my other lens and I just had to get a replacement because it’s worth it

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Amazing lens, snappy, versatile

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Phenomenal lens. Stays on my camera 24/7 now. The autofocus and overall performance of this lens is worth double the price. Would purchase again and do recommend to anyone looking for a good all around lens.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Stabilization

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When paired with my Sony zv-e10 , works wonders and the zoom and is a must for this camera. I overall love this lens so far. It’s got great stability in video as well which is another plus one

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great for travel lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    All you need is this. Perfect for travel and everyday camera

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Aperture, Image quality

    Great Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent 2.8 aperture lens. Takes great pictures as well as video.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Super Clear and Amazing Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I loved how clear every shot I took has been and how easy it is to get used to it. Its gives me all the good angles and I couldn’t be more happier with my purchase!

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Great!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens and store pickup was great. I will always buy Best Buy

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Tamron lens

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like how this lens zoom is, it’s very precise and gets every detail

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Clear and precise

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Lens! Very clear and professional photographs :)

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Tamron 24-70mm

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely LOVE my Tamron lens. I use it for almost every shoot! 10/10 recommend this lens!

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Upgrade for my Sony Zve10

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I finally upgraded my lenses to this for my Sony Zve10! I dont regret a thing. Best purchase ever.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Tamron 17-70 12.8 Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great image stabilization and excellent image quality. Using it with a Sony FX-30 camera.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Tamron 17-70mm

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Such an amazing lens. My pictures have been coming out more cleaner and sharper than ever

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Great for you

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good lens with good quality of photos. Variable zoom. Great bokeh and clear sharp focus

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Sharp and light

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    NOt heavey lens, also goes perfect with sony fx30 , you will have quality, zoom , focal distance and also great for the price. You wont regret to get this lens.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Versatility

    my first lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    the perfect lens for me so versatile and beginner friendly

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Make sure it’s not for full frame cameras

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a great lens with good coverage, however it doesn’t do well with full frame cameras

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
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