If you’re in the market looking for a fairly premium lens for an ultra-wide-angle zoom for your Sony E and Nikon Z cameras, Tamron’s 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Model A064) is a great pick as it has seen a very big price drop from its MSRP (purchase link under the specs table down below). The lens is positioned as part of the firm"s updated “G2” lineup for full-frame mirrorless camera systems.
The A064 lens offers a constant F/2.8 aperture across the zoom range which means the lens doesn’t lose light-gathering ability as you move from 16mm to 30mm. That can be useful if you’re shooting in low-light environments or want consistent depth-of-field control.
Tamron has included what it calls its VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor system for autofocus. In practice, this promises to provide fast and quiet focusing, which can be helpful if you’re switching between stills and video. The company also notes improvements in AF tracking compared to earlier designs.
On the handling side, the lens is relatively compact and lightweight, which makes it easier to carry for travel or handheld shooting. The filter thread is 67mm, consistent with other Tamron G2 lenses, so you can share filters across the lineup without adapters.
For durability, the lens incorporates moisture-resistant construction and a fluorine coating on the front element. Thus, you can expect some protection against dust and smudges.
The technical specifications of the Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 are given in the table below:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Mount compatibility | Sony E-mount (full-frame), Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Format | Full-frame mirrorless (Di III) |
| Focal length | 16–30mm |
| Maximum aperture | F/2.8 (constant) |
| Autofocus drive | VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor |
| Filter size | 67mm |
| Minimum object distance | 0.19 m (wide), 0.30 m (tele) |
| Maximum magnification ratio | 1:5.4 (wide), 1:7 (tele) |
| Aperture blades | 9 (circular diaphragm) |
| Minimum aperture | F/16 |
| Optical construction | 16 elements in 12 groups |
Get it at the link below:
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Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (A064) for Sony E/Nikon Z Mirrorless Cameras: $794.30 (Sold and Shipped by Amazon US) (MSRP: $929.99)
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