Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2
Tamron Sep 2016
Tamron Full Frame

Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2

This is a full-frame zoom lens for Nikon F, covering 150-600 mm and a maximum aperture of f/5-6.3. Released in 2016, it weighs 2010 g, is weather-sealed and includes optical stabilization. That combination suits wildlife and sports photography.

It is a super telephoto zoom lens designed for full-frame DSLR cameras, available in Canon EF, Nikon F, and Sony A mounts. This second-generation lens offers an extensive focal length range, making it ideal for capturing distant subjects in wildlife, sports, and bird photography. The optical design includes 21 elements in 13 groups, featuring three Low Dispersion elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and enhance image clarity. The lens incorporates Vibration Compensation (VC) technology with three modes to reduce camera shake, and an Ultrasonic Silent Drive (USD) motor for fast and accurate autofocus performance. Its moisture-resistant construction ensures reliability in various shooting environments. Additionally, optional teleconverters are available to extend the focal length up to 1200mm.

f/5-6.3
Aperture
150–600mm
Focal
2010 g
Weight
Sep 2016
Released
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Good for wildlifesports
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Lens type
Super telephoto zoom lens
Max Format size
Full Frame
Focal length
150-600 mm
Image stabilization
Yes (VC - Vibration Compensation)
Lens mount
Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A
Maximum aperture
f/5-6.3
Minimum aperture
f/32-40
Aperture ring
No
Number of diaphragm blades
9 (circular)
Optical construction
21 elements in 13 groups (3 Low Dispersion elements)
Minimum focusing distance
2.2 m (86.6 in)
Maximum magnification
1:3.9
Filter size
95 mm
Dimensions
108.4 mm (diameter) x 260.2 mm (length) for Canon, 257.7 mm (length) for Nikon
Weight
2,010 g (70.9 oz) for Canon, 1,990 g (70.2 oz) for Nikon
Weather sealing
Yes (Moisture-Resistant Construction)
Usage
wildlife, sports

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 143% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2
Mute swan (Cygnus olor) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
01 Mute swan (Cygnus olor) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Into the wild - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
02 Into the wild - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Branta canadensis (Canada geese) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
03 Branta canadensis (Canada geese) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Red kites hunting - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
04 Red kites hunting - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
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05 _DSC3039-001 by Wojciech Jamiolkowski
Common moorhen (Gallinula chioropus) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
06 Common moorhen (Gallinula chioropus) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
European Greenfinch (Chloris) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
07 European Greenfinch (Chloris) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Secret pathway - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
08 Secret pathway - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Eurasian chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
09 Eurasian chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Wild Brown rat (Rattus norvegicus) - (Published in THE DAILY MIRROR JULY 2025) & (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
10 Wild Brown rat (Rattus norvegicus) - (Published in THE DAILY MIRROR JULY 2025) & (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Sycamore leaf (Acer pseudoplatanus) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES))
11 Sycamore leaf (Acer pseudoplatanus) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Female mallard at the water's edge - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
12 Female mallard at the water's edge - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Peacock (Aglais io) on a Buddleja Davidii (Butterfly bush) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
13 Peacock (Aglais io) on a Buddleja Davidii (Butterfly bush) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Don't talk, just eat! - Adult Female Corvus corone - (Published in THE SPRUCE & YAHOO! LIFE July 1st 2025) & (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
14 Don't talk, just eat! - Adult Female Corvus corone - (Published in THE SPRUCE & YAHOO! LIFE July 1st 2025) & (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Male Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
15 Male Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Great tit (Parus major) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
16 Great tit (Parus major) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Through a clearing of Bulrushes - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
17 Through a clearing of Bulrushes - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Mallards relaxing - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
18 Mallards relaxing - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
A peek at Pica pica (Eurasian Magpie) - (Published in WAGGINGTON POST) & (Published in LEICESTERSHIRE LIVE june 2025\/HULL DAILY MAIL in March 2025\/THE DODO March 2023) & (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
19 A peek at Pica pica (Eurasian Magpie) - (Published in WAGGINGTON POST) & (Published in LEICESTERSHIRE LIVE june 2025\/HULL DAILY MAIL in March 2025\/THE DODO March 2023) & (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
Erithacus rubecula (European Robin) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES)
20 Erithacus rubecula (European Robin) - (Published by GETTY IMAGES) by DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES
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Video reviews

3 on YouTube
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