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Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E

SKU: TM50400SOE MFR: AFA067S-700
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Key Features

  • Experience versatile zoom range with this Tamron lens, from 50mm to 400mm.
  • Capture stunning detail with exceptional image quality, perfect for Sony E-mount.
  • Enjoy fast, precise autofocus with VXD technology, ensuring sharp, clear shots.
  • Get creative with a wide f/4.5-6.3 aperture, ideal for beautiful bokeh effects.
  • Compact & lightweight build quality makes this Tamron lens great for travel photography.
  • Vibration Compensation (VC) reduces blur, so capture steady shots handheld.
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MATT S : Does this lens accept a Teleconverter?
Shopper : I understand this lease isn’t being released until 9/22 - what do you think the earliest shipping date will be?
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?ERIC C : I like the focal range. Gives me great reach and I still can shoot at 50mm in 1 lesn while not too much of a sacrifice in aperature. Hopefully all the reviews I watched about this lens are true.DONALD E : Extended zoom range for sports photographyJASON L : Need more range for my trip to Yellowstone.RICHARD F : gift for my wife who says this is the lens she wants to replace one of her other lenses.COURTNEY M : Requested by business partner.ANNA C : lightweight, waterproof, good valueOLADAPO I : I needed a telephoto zoom lens and this was highly recommended.KAREN D : I chose to purchase this lens as I wanted one lens as a walk around lens for Travel.PETER C : Wide range makes for a good all in one lensMALCOLM C : All in one lenseJeff B : Tamron is doing everything right! Right quality. Right size. Right price. First lens I have pre-ordered in years.BRALLAN P : focal length rangeJosh S : Upgrading from the excellent 70-300mm version.

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2024-06-19T21:11:44

Rated 4 out of 5

Great for long range daylight pics

The 50 to 400 range is awesome. However, with the A7RV body, I found I had to shut off the lens image stabilizaton (VC) because the EVF image jumps around when handheld. VC has two levels and neither worked. With it off, it was much easier to track a bird in flight. That's disapointing since I was counting on getting great stabilization using both VC and IBIS. For the range this lens has, it's touted as light. But at 2.5 pounds, using a 1.5 pound body and a nearly 1 pound cage, it's a heavy combo. So heavy it's hard to hold long enough to traverse the many Sony settings menus. That will be less of an issue when custom buttons are better exploited, though. Still, a 1" wide neck strap is unworkable. The cage and a third party lens-tripod ring mount helps a lot managing the weight by giving more handholds. Any lens with the F4.5 to F6.x aperature isn't great in low light and even though I only shoot outside, combined with the poor A7RV low light performance, sunset shots are an issue.

John B.

2022-12-22T04:55:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for kids sports

Lens physically looks amazing. I'm still working on best camera settings to produce the best possible images and videos. I'm very much a novice and don't fully understand all the photo lingo and settings. Bought for kids sports games. A little darker image than my old lens. Will need to learn the settings or shoot in better lighting.

JAMES B.

2022-10-19T13:00:59

Rated 5 out of 5

My all time favorite lens

I love this lens! It?s sharp and the colors it renders are very pleasing. But it?s the range that makes me the happiest. 50-400mm is so, so useful and so fun! I would recommend it to anyone.

MARY S.

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Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III Specifications

  • Mount

    Sony E-mount

  • Focal Length

    50-400mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    F4.5-6.3

  • Minimum Aperture

    F22-32

  • Angle of View (diagonal)

    46 Degree 48'- 6 Degree 11' (for APS-C frame mirrorless format)

  • Optical Construction

    24 elements in 18 groups

  • Minimum Object Distance

    9.8" (0.25m) (Wide) / 59.1" (1.5m) (Tele)

  • Maximum Magnification Ratio

    1:2 (Wide) / 1:4 (Tele)

  • Filter Size

    Dia: 2.63" (67mm)

  • Maximum Diameter

    Dia: 3.48" (88.5mm)

  • Aperture Blades

    9 (circular diaphragm)

  • Length

    7.2" (183.4mm)

  • Weight

    2.54 lbs (1.15kg)

  • UPC Code

    725211670018

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Designed For Use With:

  • Sony a7R IV
  • Sony a7S III
  • Sony a7 II
  • Sony a7 III
  • Sony a7 IV
  • Sony A7C
  • Sony a7C II
  • Sony a7CR
  • Sony a7R II
  • Sony a7R III
  • Sony a7R V
  • Sony a9
  • Sony a9 II
  • Sony a9 III
  • Sony Alpha 1
  • Sony ZV-E1
  • Sony A7
  • Sony A7R
  • Sony a7S
  • Sony A7S II

Compatible With Restrictions:*

* If using a APS-C Lens on a Full Frame Camera OR Full-Frame Lens on a APS-C Camera then Image sensor will be narrowed down to APS-C size.

  • Sony A3000
  • Sony a5000
  • Sony a5100
  • Sony A6000
  • Sony a6100
  • Sony a6300
  • Sony a6400
  • Sony a6500
  • Sony a6600
  • Sony a6700
  • Sony NEX C3
  • Sony NEX-3
  • Sony NEX-5
  • Sony NEX-5R
  • Sony NEX-5T
  • Sony NEX-6
  • Sony NEX-7
  • Sony NEX-F3
  • Sony ZV-E10
  • Sony ZV-E10 II

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About Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great for kids sports

By JAMES B.

Lens physically looks amazing. I'm still working on best camera settings to produce the best possible images and videos. I'm very much a novice and don't fully understand all the photo lingo and settings. Bought for kids sports games. A little darker image than my old lens. Will need to learn the settings or shoot in better lighting.

My all time favorite lens

By MARY S.

I love this lens! It?s sharp and the colors it renders are very pleasing. But it?s the range that makes me the happiest. 50-400mm is so, so useful and so fun! I would recommend it to anyone.

Because capturing the perfect shot requires a lens that can adapt to your needs, the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E is designed to offer unparalleled versatility and performance. This ultra-telephoto zoom lens, specifically designed for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, boasts an impressive 8x zoom ratio, starting from a standard 50mm and extending to a powerful 400mm at the ultra-telephoto end.

This lens is not just about range, it's also about quality. The precise arrangement of special lens elements, including XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion), LD (Low Dispersion) and Hybrid Aspherical lens elements, ensures high image resolution across the entire zoom range. Coupled with the BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating, this lens minimizes ghosting and flare, delivering sharp, clear images even under backlit conditions.

The 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens is equipped with Tamron's proprietary VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism, ensuring high-speed, high-precision autofocus. This advanced AF mechanism is perfect for capturing fast-moving subjects like wild birds or sports action. Additionally, the lens features Tamron's proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation) system, which effectively reduces camera shake, especially when shooting at longer focal lengths or in low light conditions.

Despite its powerful features, this lens maintains a compact and lightweight design, measuring just 183.4mm (7.2 in) in length and weighing 1,155g (40.7 oz). This makes it easy to handle and carry, perfect for photographers on the go.

For those who love close-up shots, this lens offers excellent half-macro shooting capabilities with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2 at the 50mm end. Moreover, with the dedicated Tamron Lens Utility, users can customize functions and easily update the firmware through the lens.

Constructed with a moisture-resistant design and a water-proofed USB Type-C connector port, this lens is built to withstand outdoor shooting conditions. With the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens for Sony E, you can explore a wide range of photography styles with confidence and ease.

Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III Features

  • 50-400mm focal length offering a vast 8x zoom ratio
  • Designed exclusively for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras
  • Unique starting focal length at 50mm allowing versatile shots from full-body to ultra-telephoto
  • Optimal lens arrangements for superior image quality across the entire zoom range
  • VXD linear motor focus mechanism for swift and precise autofocus
  • Proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation) technology for stable shots
  • Exceptional close-up shooting capabilities with 1:2 magnification at the 50mm end
  • Firmware updates and customization via the TAMRON Lens Utility
  • Newly added "Focus Limiter" function for improved focus control
  • Compact design weighing only 1,155g (40.7 oz) and measuring 183.4mm (7.2 in)
  • Protective features including Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating
  • BBAR-G2 Coating to minimize ghosting and flare for clearer images

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 72 months.

Key Features

  • Experience versatile zoom range with this Tamron lens, from 50mm to 400mm.
  • Capture stunning detail with exceptional image quality, perfect for Sony E-mount.
  • Enjoy fast, precise autofocus with VXD technology, ensuring sharp, clear shots.
  • Get creative with a wide f/4.5-6.3 aperture, ideal for beautiful bokeh effects.
  • Compact & lightweight build quality makes this Tamron lens great for travel photography.
  • Vibration Compensation (VC) reduces blur, so capture steady shots handheld.

What's in the box:

  • Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens
  • Flower-Shaped Hood
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Tamron 6 Year Limited Warranty