Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD Sony E (A062)

Versatile Wide-Angle to Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount Full-Frame Cameras

Overview

The Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is a versatile wide-angle to standard zoom lens designed for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. With its constant f/2.8 aperture, advanced optical design, and compact size, this lens is ideal for a wide range of photographic applications, including landscapes, street photography, portraits, and travel. Its fast autofocus and superior image quality make it a valuable tool for both amateur and professional photographers.

Key Features

Versatile Zoom Range

• 20-40mm Focal Length: Provides a flexible range from wide-angle to standard, perfect for capturing a variety of subjects and scenes.
• Constant f/2.8 Aperture: Ensures consistent performance and exposure throughout the zoom range, allowing for excellent low-light performance and depth of field control.

Superior Optical Performance

• Advanced Optical Design: Features 12 elements in 11 groups, including four LD (Low Dispersion) and two GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions, ensuring high resolution and sharpness across the frame.
• BBAR-G2 Coating: Reduces ghosting and flare, enhancing contrast and color accuracy even in challenging lighting conditions.
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm: Produces smooth, circular bokeh for aesthetically pleasing out-of-focus areas.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

• VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) Autofocus System: Ensures fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance, ideal for both still photography and video recording.
• Full-Time Manual Focus Override: Allows manual focus adjustments even in AF mode, providing greater control over focusing.

Specifications

• Model: Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
• Mount Type: Sony E-mount (Full-Frame)
• Focal Length: 20-40mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Elements/Groups: 12 elements in 11 groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, rounded
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.17 m (6.7 in)
• Maximum Magnification: 0.26x
• Filter Diameter: 67mm
• Dimensions: 74.4 x 86.5 mm (2.93 x 3.41 in)
• Weight: 365 g (0.80 lbs)

Additional Benefits

Compact and Lightweight Design

• Portability: Weighing only 365 grams, this lens is extremely lightweight and easy to carry, making it ideal for travel and everyday use.
• Compact Size: Its compact design ensures it takes up minimal space in your camera bag, allowing for easy storage and transportation.

Durable Construction

• Moisture-Resistant Design: Seals protect against dust and moisture, ensuring reliable performance in various outdoor conditions.
• Fluorine Coating: Applied to the front element to resist fingerprints, dust, water, oil, and other contaminants, making it easier to keep clean.

Enhanced Creative Flexibility

• Ideal for Various Photography Styles: Perfect for capturing landscapes, street scenes, portraits, and travel moments with stunning clarity and detail.
• Excellent for Low-Light Conditions: The constant f/2.8 aperture allows for reliable performance in low-light environments, making it ideal for indoor and evening shoots.
• Great for Video: The smooth and quiet autofocus, combined with the versatile zoom range and superior optical performance, makes it ideal for dynamic video recording.