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Tamron Di III-A 17-70mm f/2.8 VC RXD

95.7 Video/Cinema Score
17-70mmf/2.8Sony EISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture across its 17-70mm zoom range and built-in Vibration Compensation set this lens apart for APS-C shooters. Its moisture-resistant construction and fluorine coating add practical durability for outdoor use, while the RXD stepping motor delivers fast, near-silent autofocus. This is the ideal everyday zoom for travel and hybrid shooters who need reliable stabilization and weather sealing in a single, versatile package.

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Price CA$815
Tamron Di III-A 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD lens

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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2

94.1 Video/Cinema Score
28-75mmf/2.8Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

The updated optical design and VXD linear motor deliver sharper resolution and faster, quieter autofocus than its predecessor, all in a weather-sealed, 540g body. Its standout 1:2.7 magnification at a 7.1-inch minimum focus distance adds genuine close-up versatility rarely found in a constant f/2.8 standard zoom. This lens is best for hybrid shooters and portrait photographers who need a lightweight, do-it-all workhorse without the premium price of first-party glass.

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