Specifications
Lens Mount CompatibilitySony E-MountLens TypeStandard Zoom, Wide Angle zoom, OtherMinimum Focal Length17 millimetersMaximum Focal Length70 millimetersMaximum Aperturef/2.8
Key Specs
Lens Mount CompatibilitySony E-MountLens TypeStandard Zoom, Wide Angle zoom, OtherMinimum Focal Length17 millimetersMaximum Focal Length70 millimetersMaximum Aperturef/2.8
General
Product Name17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-MountBrandTamronModel NumberAFB070S700Color CategoryBlack
Compatibility
Brand CompatibilitySonyLens Mount CompatibilitySony E-MountTripod/Monopod MountableNo
Dimension
Product Weight1.2 poundsProduct Length with Lens Closed4.7 inchesProduct Diameter2.94 inches
Imaging
Lens TypeStandard Zoom, Wide Angle zoom, OtherAuto/Manual FocusAutomatic/manualIn-Lens Image StabilizationYes
Exposure Control
Minimum Focal Length17 millimetersMaximum Focal Length70 millimetersMinimum Focus Distance7.5 inchesMaximum Aperturef/2.8Minimum Aperturef/16Focal Length 35mm Film Equivalent25.5-105mmConstant ApertureYes
Performance
Filter Diameter67 millimeters
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts6 YearsManufacturer's Warranty - Labor6 Years
Other
UPC725211700012
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
What's Included
Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
Front cap
Rear cap
Lens hood
Manual
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Q: QuestionWill this work for Milky Way shots on a Sony A7R3?(1 answer)
A: AnswerIt should. However, I wouldn’t recommend this lens for a full frame camera. Since this is designed for an APS-C sensor, a significant percentage of your sensor will not be usable by this lens. You are better off getting a lens that is designed to use the entire full frame sensor.Answered by Chicitysaxdude92
Q: QuestionWill this ever come in stock?(1 answer)
A: AnswerIn case you didn't know it, stock status is location dependent, not only for your particular local store but also for shipping to your home and also to ship to your store for pickup. If the item is not in stock at your store, it may be available for one or both or neither of the other two options. Presently it's available to ship to my store or to my home. Whether it's available for you I have no idea. It's up to you to check the website or order it from another dealer.Answered by FreeTruth
Q: QuestionDoes this fit full-frame or APS-C camera bodies?(2 answers)
A: AnswerAPS-CAnswered by HLuis
Tamron - 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 24 reviews
4.9Rating by feature
- 4.9Value
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- 4.9Ease of Use
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Customers are saying
Customers praise the 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount for its good aperture at 2.8 across all focal lengths, which is great for low-light photography. They also appreciate its versatility, saying that it stays on their camera most of the time due to its wide range of uses.
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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.
Posted by Zach
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Buy Purchase
Excellent purchase. I needed to be able to get my order fast and easy Best Buy made that happen for me. 10/10 service
Posted by MalikW
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A really well-built all around lens
I have been using this lens with my sony a6000 and it performs great. 17-70 is an awesome range to shoot whether you’re shooting portraits, landscape or street. The constant aperture of 2.8 really shines both in photos and videos with a nice and shallow depth of field along with really sharp images. In my opinion, it is the best zoom lens for the sony e mount (apsc) body.
Posted by Tanjim