... The 800-euro wide-angle zoom shows very good resolution and contrast values at 11 mm centre, but the edge drop of the contrast is clearly too high at both measured apertures. The 11 mm focal length corresponds to 15 mm on a KB sensor. At 15 mm, the values for the centre of the image are also very good, but again drop slightly when stopped down...
Tamron AF 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD, Sony E
Sony E, APS-C / DXOnly 1 item in stock
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AF 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD (Model B060)
New ultra-wide-angle zoom for spectacular perspectives.
The world's first lens of its kind with a maximum aperture of F/2.8 - a zoom that allows you to rediscover the beauty of the world. The 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD (Model B060) is the perfect choice for captivating perspectives and extraordinary angles. It is so lightweight and compact that it's hard to believe it is the world's first ultra-wide-angle lens for mirrorless APS-C system cameras with Sony E-Mount featuring a maximum aperture of F/2.8. In fact, it is so handy that it is always ready to go in any situation and is ideal for dynamic video recordings with a gimbal. Special optical glasses ensure an optimally corrected, sharp, and detailed image. The short minimum focusing distance - just 15 cm at the shortest focal length and 24 cm at the longest focal length - allows for spectacular close-ups that you wouldn't have thought possible. Regardless of the shooting distance, the RXD (Rapid Extra Silent Stepping Drive) autofocus motor focuses precisely and quickly on the subject. The focusing is almost completely silent; thus, no distracting operational noises are recorded during video shooting.
Technical specifications
- Wide angle of view and outstanding image quality
- Short minimum focusing distance and high brightness
- Lightweight, compact, and versatile
- New, quiet RXD autofocus
- Splash-proof housing
- Front lens with fluorine coating – easy to clean
- Compatible with advanced camera features
- Focal length: 11-20 mm
- Maximum aperture: F/2.8
- Minimum aperture: F/16
- Filter size: ø67 mm
- Maximum diameter x length: 73 x 86.2 mm
- Weight: 335 g
Suitable for spectacular panoramas as well as close-ups with depth effect.
Tamron Swiss Warranty
10-year Swiss warranty - registration on Tamron CH website - registration deadline: 2 months after date of purchase. The Swiss Guarantee and the national cashback campaigns cannot be guaranteed for marketplace offers.Sensor compatibility | APS-C / DX |
Weight | 335 g |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Lens type | Wide angle lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Focal length | 11 - 20 mm |
Item number | 15941473 |
Manufacturer | Tamron |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer no. | B060S |
Release date | 12.5.2021 |
Sales rank in Category Lenses | 124 of 3221 |
Colour | Black |
Minimum focus distance | 0.15 m |
Lens type | Wide angle lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Aperture | 2.80 |
Min. aperture | 16 |
Min. focal length (exact) | 11 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 20 mm |
Focal length | 11 - 20 mm |
Sensor compatibility | APS-C / DX |
Number of diaphragm blades | 7 x |
Filter thread | 67 mm |
Number of lenses | 12 |
Number of lens groups | 10 |
Lens equipment | Filter thread |
Optical zoom | 1 x |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Durability | Splashproof |
Country code | EN |
Min. aperture opening | f/16 |
Max. aperture | f/2.8 |
Aperture | f/2.8 |
Min. focal length (exact) | 0.01 m |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 0.02 m |
Filter thread | 0.07 m |
Lens equipment | Filter thread, Wide angle lens, Zoom function |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 1x Tamron 11-20 mm F, 2.8 DI III A RXD |
Weight | 335 g |
Length | 86.20 mm |
Diameter | 73 mm |
Length | 16.20 cm |
Width | 12.40 cm |
Height | 13.80 cm |
Weight | 596 g |
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- Very high resolution over the entire focal length range
- Hardly any distortion
- little vignetting
- Fast & quiet RXD autofocus motor
- Fairly priced: 869Euro
- Without integrated image stabiliser

- The Tamron is compact, lightweight and has a high-quality finish. Performance in the test was excellent in terms of resolution and AF speed.
- The compactness is also based on the lack of an image stabiliser. Unfortunately, not all APS-C Sony cameras have their own anti-shake system.
The new Tamron 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD combines an exceptional focal length range that calls for creative image composition with high performance. In view of the excellent test results as well as the very good workmanship, the price is quite fair.

The fast Tamron 2.8/11-20 mm Di III-A RXD for APS-C is not only mechanically but also optically very good.