AF 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057)
A unique 500mm ultra-telephoto zoom lens for maximum creative freedom.
The perfect balance between high image quality and a lightweight, compact design. The 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057) not only delivers high image quality but also offers great ease of use. Despite its impressive 500mm focal length, it is very comfortable to handle, measuring only 209.6mm in length and a maximum diameter of 93mm. As Tamron's first lens for full-frame cameras with Sony E-Mount, it features a VC image stabilizer that enables sharp ultra-telephoto shots handheld. The optical construction consists of 25 elements in 16 groups, including several special glasses and hybrid aspheres to correct optical aberrations. The BBAR-G2 coating on the lenses minimizes reflections inside the lens and suppresses ghosting and flare, which are particularly common in backlit shots. At a focal length of 150mm, the minimum focusing distance is 0.6m, making the lens suitable for impressive close-up shots. In short, the 150-500mm F/5-6.7 is a highly versatile lens that is ideal for a variety of subjects – from landscape to wildlife to sports photography.
Technical specifications:
Suitable for landscape, wildlife, and sports photography.
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Weight | 1725 g |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Lens type | Telephoto lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Focal length | 150 - 500 mm |
Item number | 15838507 |
Manufacturer | Tamron |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer no. | A057S |
Release date | 12.5.2021 |
Sales rank in Category Lenses | 90 of 3327 |
Colour | Black |
Minimum focus distance | 0.60 m |
Lens type | Telephoto lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Aperture | 5 f/ |
Min. aperture | 6.70 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 150 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 500 mm |
Focal length | 150 - 500 mm |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Number of diaphragm blades | 7 x |
Filter thread | 82 mm |
Number of lenses | 25 |
Number of lens groups | 16 |
Lens equipment | Metal bayonet |
Optical zoom | 3.33 x |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Durability | Splashproof |
Country code | EU |
Aperture | f/5 - 6.7 |
Min. focal length (exact) | 0.15 m |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 0.50 m |
Filter thread | 0.08 m |
Lens equipment | Lens hood, Zoom function |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 1x Tamron zoom lens 150-500 mm F/5-6.7 DI III VC VXD, 1x tripod clamp, Dust hood, Lens cap, Lens hood, Stand adapter |
Weight | 1725 g |
Length | 209.60 mm |
Diameter | 93 mm |
Length | 30.30 cm |
Width | 16.70 cm |
Height | 20.80 cm |
Weight | 2.55 kg |
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Tamron supplies the segment of entry-level lenses for the Nikon Z system with appealing solutions. This is no different in the case of the 150- 500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD, as it gives the photographer great creative freedom in the extreme telephoto range and good image results for little money.
... The drop in resolution is again very low, that of the contrast moderate. Stopping down almost cancels it out - but that is already f/11 in our measurement. The decisive 500mm unfortunately performs worse. At open aperture 6.7, the values in the centre of the image almost correspond to those at 275mm, but the drop in contrast and resolution at the edges is now more pronounced...
The new Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7Di III VC VXD is a special lens for sports and nature photographers who expect extreme telephoto performance for comparatively little money. The lens is very well made and pleases with its many setting options and fast autofocus.
The Tamron 5-6.7/150-500 mm Di III VC VXD has a first-class mechanics, optically it convinces on the small sensor.