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Black cylindrical zoom lens with textured grip rings and a silver mount, shown extended at mid-range focal length

Tamron

Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Sony E camera lens

SKU CH-9R5Z-1V6EG

Compact full-frame Sony E-mount telephoto zoom with constant f/2.8 aperture, vibration compensation, VXD autofocus and 0.3 m minimum focus at 70 mm

  • Focus systemAuto Focus
  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Compatible withMirrorless Camera
  • Product colorBlack
  • Constant f/2.8 aperture across 70–180mm zoom for consistent low-light exposure
  • VC image stabilization built in for steadier handheld telephoto shots
  • VXD linear motor drives fast, precise autofocus with improved subject tracking
  • Minimum focus distance 0.3 m at 70 mm and 0.85 m at 180 mm for close-up versatility
  • Moisture-resistant barrel and fluorine-coated front element protect against weather and smudges

Compact full-frame telephoto zoom for Sony E

The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 is a constant-aperture zoom built for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. It covers a 70-180mm focal range with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 and stops down to f/22. The lens uses a VXD linear motor for autofocus and includes Vibration Compensation image stabilization.

Ideal for event and portrait shooters needing

This lens suits photographers who want a bright mid-range telephoto zoom with built-in stabilisation and fast, precise autofocus for tracking moving subjects. It is less suited to buyers who need a longer reach beyond 180mm or a closer minimum focus distance than 0.3m at the wide end and 0.85m at the long end.

Constant f/2.8 aperture through the zoom range

The f/2.8 maximum aperture remains fixed from 70mm to 180mm, providing consistent exposure and depth-of-field control across the entire focal span. This single specification determines whether the lens matches the speed requirements of low-light event work or shallow-focus portraiture.

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Price $789.99
Pricier than about 69% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTAMRON
Model nameNot Available
Product typeZoom Lens
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto Focus
Compatibility
Compatible withMirrorless Camera

Questions about this item

What Sony E-mount standard does this lens use, and what aperture range does it cover?

It is a full-frame Sony E-mount lens with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture through the 70-180mm zoom range, stopping down to f/22.

What are the physical dimensions and weight for mounting on a mirrorless body?

The lens measures 6.2 inches long by 3.3 inches in diameter and weighs 30.2 ounces, making it a compact mid-range telephoto zoom.

How do you enable the Vibration Compensation and VXD autofocus, and what setting is often overlooked?

VC and VXD AF are active when the camera is on; the zoom lock switch at 70mm must be released before zooming, which is the step users commonly miss.

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