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Black telephoto zoom lens barrel with Nikon Z mount and textured focus ring

Tamron

Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD Lens Nikon Z

SKU CH-R065-PN2DY

Compact full-frame super-telephoto zoom covering 150-500mm with VC stabilization, VXD linear focus and 23.6" minimum focus at wide end

  • Product typeTelephoto Zoom Lens
  • Compact super-telephoto zoom covers 150-500mm for versatile wildlife and sports shooting
  • VXD linear motor delivers fast, precise autofocus for responsive subject tracking
  • VC stabilisation with three modes enables handheld use at 500mm ultra-telephoto reach
  • BBAR-G2 and fluorine coatings cut flare and repel moisture for clear outdoor images
  • Minimum focus 23.6" at 150mm allows dynamic close-up detail

Compact Super Telephoto Zoom for Nikon Z

The Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD is a new full-frame telephoto zoom lens built for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras. It covers a versatile 150-500mm focal range, extending to an equivalent 225-750mm on APS-C bodies. Photographers targeting birds, wildlife, sports or distant landscapes will find the long reach in a relatively compact design.

Optical and Stabilisation Benefits

The optical formula uses 25 elements in 16 groups, including low-dispersion and hybrid aspherical elements to control chromatic aberration. BBAR-G2 and fluorine coatings on every element reduce flare and ghosting while repelling moisture. VC image stabilisation with three selectable modes supports handheld shooting at 500mm, and the moisture-resistant construction adds durability in changing conditions.

VXD Linear Motor Focus Speed

The VXD eXtreme-torque Drive linear motor delivers high-speed, high-precision autofocus compatible with camera hybrid and eye-detection AF systems. Minimum focus distance is 23.6 inches at the 150mm end, enabling close-up detail alongside super-telephoto reach. The rounded 7-blade diaphragm produces smooth background rendition across the f/5-6.7 to f/22-32 aperture range.

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Price $974.99
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Specifications

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Product typeTelephoto Zoom Lens

Questions about this item

Will the 7-blade rounded diaphragm need any maintenance to keep its shape?

The 7-blade rounded diaphragm is built into the lens barrel and has no user-serviceable parts, so it requires no maintenance over the life of the lens.

At the 500mm end the maximum aperture drops to f/6.7 — does that become the exposure bottleneck in low light?

Yes, at 500mm the widest aperture is f/6.7, which limits the light reaching the sensor and will be the first exposure constraint in dim conditions.

How much heat does the VXD linear motor generate during all-day wildlife sessions?

The VXD linear motor is designed for high-efficiency operation and does not produce noticeable heat during extended handheld shooting.

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