Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
Tamron Jan 2021
Tamron APS-C

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

This is a APS-C zoom lens for Sony E, covering 17-70 mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.8. Released in 2021, it weighs 525 g, is weather-sealed and includes optical stabilization. That combination suits landscape and architecture photography.

It is a versatile standard zoom lens designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras, available in Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts. With a constant f/2.8 aperture throughout its zoom range, this lens excels in low-light conditions and provides excellent depth-of-field control, making it ideal for portraits, travel, and everyday photography. The optical construction includes multiple specialized elements to reduce aberrations and ensure sharp, high-contrast images. The Vibration Compensation (VC) system provides image stabilization for handheld shooting, while the Rapid eXtra-silent Drive (RXD) motor ensures fast and quiet autofocus, making it well-suited for both photography and video. Its compact design, weather sealing, and fluorine-coated front element enhance durability for various shooting conditions.

f/2.8
Aperture
17–70mm
Focal
525 g
Weight
Jan 2021
Released
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Lens type
Standard zoom lens
Max Format size
APS-C
Focal length
17-70 mm
Image stabilization
Yes (VC - Vibration Compensation)
Lens mount
Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon RF
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Minimum aperture
f/16-22
Aperture ring
No
Number of diaphragm blades
9 (rounded)
Optical construction
16 elements in 12 groups (2 Glass Molded Aspherical, 1 Hybrid Aspherical, 2 Low Dispersion, 1 Extra Low Dispersion element)
Minimum focusing distance
0.19 m (7.5 in) at 17mm, 0.39 m (15.4 in) at 70mm
Maximum magnification
1:4.8 (wide), 1:5.2 (telephoto)
Filter size
67 mm
Dimensions
74.6 mm (diameter) x 119.3 mm (length)
Weight
525 g (18.5 oz)
Weather sealing
Yes (Moisture-Resistant Construction)
Usage
portrait, street

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 3.8% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
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01 Untitled by Ms Thanatogenos
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02 Untitled by Ms Thanatogenos
XS103951
03 XS103951 by sergte4875
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04 XS103942 by sergte4875
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05 XS103937 by sergte4875
Tori Himemiya
06 Tori Himemiya by BTSEphoto_2
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07 Untitled by Ms Thanatogenos
Burrito on the go
08 Burrito on the go by Ms Thanatogenos
Glasses store
09 Glasses store by Ms Thanatogenos
Glasses store
10 Glasses store by Ms Thanatogenos
Glasses store
11 Glasses store by Ms Thanatogenos
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12 DSC04462 by Ms Thanatogenos
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13 DSC03968 by Ms Thanatogenos
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14 DSC04131 by Ms Thanatogenos
Shadowheart
15 Shadowheart by BTSEphoto_2
Weeping Goddess Skin
16 Weeping Goddess Skin by BTSEphoto_2
Weeping Goddess Skin
17 Weeping Goddess Skin by BTSEphoto_2
Queen Mary 2 at Rotterdam
18 Queen Mary 2 at Rotterdam by WinfriedH
Kinderdijk Windmühle / Kinderdijk Windmill
19 Kinderdijk Windmühle / Kinderdijk Windmill by WinfriedH
Rotterdam
20 Rotterdam by WinfriedH
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Video reviews

3 on YouTube
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