Tamron AF 18-270 mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Asph. (IF) MACRO
Tamron Jul 2008
Tamron APS-C

Tamron AF 18-270 mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Asph. (IF) MACRO

This is a APS-C zoom lens for Nikon F, covering 18-270 mm and a maximum aperture of f/3.5-6.3. Released in 2008, it weighs 550 g and includes optical stabilization. That combination suits macro, landscape and architecture photography.

It is a zoom lens designed for APS-C cameras. This wide-to-super-telephoto zoom lens features a f/3.5-6.3 maximum aperture, making it ideal for landscape, architecture, astrophotography, street, documentary, everyday, portrait, events, sports, wildlife, macro, close-up. The optical design incorporates 18 elements in 13 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/3.5-6.3
Aperture
18–270mm
Focal
550 g
Weight
Jul 2008
Released
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Good for macrolandscapearchitecture
Astrophotography Street Documentary Everyday Portrait Events
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
18-270 mm
Maximum aperture
f/3.5-6.3
Minimum aperture
f/22
Number of diaphragm blades
7
Optical construction
18 elements in 13 groups
Minimum focusing distance
0.49 m (19.29 inches)
Filter size
72 mm
Lens mount
Nikon F, Canon EF
Dimensions
79.6 x 101 mm
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)
Lens type
Zoom lens
Image stabilization
Yes
Max Format size
APS-C
Usage
Landscape, Architecture, Astrophotography, Street, Documentary, Everyday, Portrait, Events, Sports, Wildlife, Macro, Close-up

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 50% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Tamron AF 18-270 mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Asph. (IF) MACRO
Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer
01 Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer by Logos: The Art of Photography
Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer
02 Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer by Logos: The Art of Photography
Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer
03 Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer by Logos: The Art of Photography
Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer
04 Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer by Logos: The Art of Photography
Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer
05 Home of the Humpback - 99 images - Nikon D800 with Tamron AF 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II [VC] PZD B008 (F mount) & Polarizer by Logos: The Art of Photography
Abandoned
06 Abandoned by Alan_Simmons
2020-09-20 Denali Nat. Park
07 2020-09-20 Denali Nat. Park by tpeters2600
Denali Road Trip
08 Denali Road Trip by tpeters2600
Callanish 2
09 Callanish 2 by Alan_Simmons
Callanish 1
10 Callanish 1 by Alan_Simmons
Deformations
11 Deformations by Alan_Simmons
Tiger Cruise Hawaii D5500 (16)
12 Tiger Cruise Hawaii D5500 (16) by The Pastor's Photography
Post eclipse sunset
13 Post eclipse sunset by WhatDaveDid
White yellow red purple
14 White yellow red purple by Alan_Simmons
Stripy Cone
15 Stripy Cone by Alan_Simmons
Lemon juicer
16 Lemon juicer by Alan_Simmons
Coleus
17 Coleus by suszkoglen
Blades
18 Blades by Alan_Simmons
Cannon Beach
19 Cannon Beach by suszkoglen
Riding the Severn Bore
20 Riding the Severn Bore by Alan_Simmons
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Video reviews

3 on YouTube
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