Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD

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18-300mm

Focal length

f/3.5

Max aperture

620 g

Weight

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Max aperture

f/2

f/3.5

f/8

Zoom Ratio: 16.67x
Zoom Method: external

Min aperture: f/40
Diaphragm blades: 7

Optics

Optical construction: 19 elements in 15 groups
Special elements: 4 LD, 3 hybrid aspherical
Coatings: BBAR-G2, fluorine coating

Focusing

Minimum focus: 15 cm
Max magnification: 0.5×
AF motor: VXD

Physical

Weight: 620 g
Dimensions: ⌀76mm × 126mm
Filter thread: 67 mm
Hood included: Yes
Color: Black

Handling & Controls

Zoom Lock: Yes

Recommended Use

Ideal for: Landscapes, Portraits, Street, Travel, Walkaround / Daily

Release year: 2021
Optical correction & RAW development: NDPix Photo Editor

The best

One lens for the whole trip

Also

VC stabilisation and VXD focusing

Summary

The Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD is an all-in-one zoom for APS-C mirrorless cameras that stretches from wide angle to super-telephoto in a single barrel. Its 16.7× zoom range covers expansive landscapes and distant subjects without a lens change, and the Tamron design is available for Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X and Canon RF bodies. The optical formula combines 19 elements in 15 groups, including four LD and three hybrid aspherical elements, with BBAR-G2 and fluorine coatings on the front element.

The seven-blade diaphragm and f/3.5-6.3 maximum aperture define its character: it performs best in good light and gains definition when stopped down a little. A VXD linear motor delivers fast, quiet focusing, while VC stabilisation counteracts handshake at the long end, where every millimetre of focal length magnifies movement. The barrel extends as you zoom and includes a lock to stop it creeping during transport. Moisture-resistant construction and the supplied petal hood reinforce its outdoor brief.

Its real photographic argument is versatility: one lens for travel, hiking and city walks, with a 0.15 m minimum focus at the wide end and 1:2 magnification for close-up details. At the tele end, the 0.99 m minimum distance and 1:4 magnification allow compressed portraits and moderate-range wildlife with reasonable discretion. For photographers who prefer to travel light rather than carry several optics, this Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD offers a practical balance of reach, modest weight and cost, accepting the usual trade-off in light gathering and extreme corner sharpness.