Tamron All-In-One 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Zoom Lens: Review

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Published on August 25, 2021
Stephanie Vermillion
Adorama ALC

Tamron’s introduction of the 18-300mm f/3.5 – 6.3 lens shook the world of zoom lenses. It was the first 16.6x all-in-one zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras. This powerful lens works with Sony E-mount and Fujifilm X-mount cameras. The versatility of a 16.6x zoom — and the focal length of 18-300mm — makes it perfect for on-the-go photographers.

But rest assured, an extensive zoom range doesn’t mean this lens skimps on quality. The Tamron 18-300mm lens features special elements for the highest possible quality. This includes edge-to-edge resolution, quick autofocus, and Tamron’s proprietary vibration compensation (VC) for stabilization.

Ready to get your hands on this powerful new zoom? Here’s what to know about this groundbreaking Tamron all-in-one zoom lens.

Key Features of the Tamron Lens

The Tamron 18-300mm lens is a game-changer for Sony E-mount and Fujifilm X-mount photographers and videographers. As a 16.6x all-in-one zoom for APS-C mirrorless cameras, this Tamron innovation promises versatility and wide-to-zoom potential. Creators can stay wide for establishing shots, or get up close and personal with subjects. This will ultimately check off every shot without the annoyance of stopping to change lenses.

Impressively broad coverage makes the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5 – 6.3 lens perfect for busy on-the-go creators — those who don’t have time (or the luggage space) for multiple lens swaps. With crisp image quality, fast autofocus, and reduced shake, this lens promises that each snap will impress clients and followers. Key features include:

  • World’s first 16.6x all-in-one zoom for APS-C mirrorless cameras
  • Works with Sony E-mount and Fujifilm X-mount cameras
  • Equivalent to 27-450mm on full-frame cameras
  • Fast and precise AF via VXD linear motor focus mechanism
  • MOD of 5.9” with a 1:2 maximum magnification ratio (at 18mm)
  • Top image quality in its class
  • Impressive vibration compensation stabilization
  • Compact design
  • Moisture-resistant construction, fluorine coating, zoom lock
  • Tamron’s first lens for Fujifilm X series cameras
Photo by Tamron

Powerful and Astonishingly Versatile Zoom Lens

With a 16.6x all-in-one zoom for APS-C mirrorless cameras, the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5 – 6.3 lens is sure to become a kit staple for Fujifilm and Sony photographers. This flexibility of going wide at 18mm to zoomed-in at 300mm is not just hard to beat. It’s a lifesaver, particularly for travel creators, journalists, and documentary filmmakers who don’t have time to swap between dozens of lenses to capture every shot-list image.

Image Quality is Top-of-the-Line, too

A lens is only as good as the images it creates. Speedy autofocus, vibration reduction, a minimum object distance of 5.9 inches (at 18mm), and special lens arrangements for edge-to-edge sharpness promise stellar image quality across the focal range. Also, there’s the shallow depth of field, 3.5 – 6.3, for low-light capability and soft bokeh. One thing’s for certain: the Tamron 18-300mm lens has it all, and then some.

Photo by Tamron

A Travel-Friendly Zoom Lens

Few lenses are as travel-friendly as this one— and it’s not simply because of the versatile focal range. This lens is compact and is built with a moisture-resistant construction and fluorine coating. This means you can rest assured this lens isn’t just high quality. It’s tough and ready to hit the road.

Stephanie Vermillion
Stephanie Vermillion is a wedding, documentary and small business filmmaker covering the New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania area, as well as a travel and lifestyle journalist reporting on a variety of topics across the globe. Combining Stephanie’s interests in storytelling, love, wildlife, travel and media, Stephanie Vermillion Studio was built from the ground up in her one-bedroom apartment in Hoboken, New Jersey. Stephanie’s writing and photography have been published in outlets like Mental Floss and Elite Daily, and her filmmaking includes everything from East Coast weddings to awareness-building wildlife conservation films around the world.