Tamron Di III-A VC VXD 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3
The 16.6x zoom range covering a 27-450mm full-frame equivalent field of view and a 1:2 maximum magnification at just 5.9 inches eliminates the need to swap lenses. Its VXD linear motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus, complemented by effective Vibration Compensation and weather-sealed construction in a compact 620g body. This lens is best for travel and landscape photographers using Sony E-mount APS-C cameras who prioritize framing flexibility over a wide aperture.
Snapshot
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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- Q1 202683/100
Buyers praised the lens for its versatility, lightweight build, and suitability for travel and beginners. Some noted warranty issues and slightly rough zoom action.
- Versatile, lightweight, and great for travel and beginners.
- Warranty not honored when lens breaks; product otherwise great.
- Zoom not as smooth as Nikon; still a good lens.
- Well-built, fits small bags, fast auto-focus.
- Q4 202260/100
Mixed reviews: some praise image quality and stabilization, others critique weight, size, and softness at 300mm.
- Good image quality for a superzoom, better than older models.
- Larger and heavier than competitors like 18-135.
- Image quality not perfect at 300mm.
- Not a true wide angle; may disappoint for landscapes.
Based on 47 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 300 |
| Focal Length Max | 300 |
| Elements | 19 |
| Groups | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| ED Elements | 4 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | No |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Build
| Mount | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 kg / 1.4 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 67 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | VXD |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 150 |
| Max Magnification | 1:2 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Tamron Di III-A VC VXD 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 | Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 | Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 300mm | 18-50mm | 17-28mm | 12-35mm | 16-50mm | 28-70mm |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E | Canon RF |
| Stabilization | true | false | false | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 621 | 290 | 450 | 306 | 107 | 495 |
| AF Type | VXD | stepping motor | Stepping Motor | Autofocus | Autofocus | STM |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamron Di III-A VC VXD 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 | 53.7 | 73.7 | 64.6 | 88.6 | 95 | 75.9 | 44.4 | 33.6 | 29.5 | 82.4 |
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Compare | 87.6 | 80.4 | 86.5 | 90.8 | 82.5 | 82.8 | 80.5 | 78.5 | 90.1 | 36.7 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 Compare | 87.6 | 85.7 | 76 | 84.9 | 88.4 | 82.8 | 90.8 | 68 | 71.4 | 36.7 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 Compare | 53.7 | 80.4 | 85.8 | 50.2 | 86.7 | 82.8 | 63.5 | 80.4 | 86 | 97 |
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Compare | 53.7 | 73.7 | 98.6 | 43.2 | 69 | 75.9 | 63.5 | 83.1 | 82 | 93.5 |
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Compare | 87.6 | 23 | 72.9 | 78.9 | 86.7 | 20.1 | 98 | 77.3 | 90.1 | 98.6 |
