TAMRON Camera Lens 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057S) [Sony E /zoom lens]

Product Specifications

Basic Information

Product Features

Tamron's first ultra-telephoto zoom lens for full-size mirrorless SLR cameras, covering a focal length of 500mm.
While maintaining a focal length of 500mm on the telephoto side, the lens is compact enough to enable hand-held shooting.

- Breakthrough full-size 500mm lens that enables hand-held shooting
With a length of 209.6 mm and a maximum diameter of ø93 mm, the lens achieves an astonishingly compact size for a full-frame-compatible 500 mm-class super-telephoto zoom lens. Even when extended to the 500mm telephoto side, the length is reduced to approximately 283mm. The zoom ring rotation angle from 150mm to 500mm is as small as 75°, allowing the photographer to quickly adjust to the desired angle of view with a minimum of movement, ensuring that the photographer never misses a photo opportunity. Furthermore, the VC image stabilization mechanism greatly improves handling when shooting hand-held.
(*Equivalent focal length when using an APS-C size mirrorless SLR camera: 225-750mm)

- Compact yet uncompromised high image quality imaging performance
The lens construction consists of 25 elements in 16 groups. The lens is composed of 25 elements in 16 groups, including one special XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens, five LD (Low Dispersion) lenses, and two compound aspherical lenses, which are used lavishly and effectively to thoroughly suppress chromatic aberration on axis and other aberrations. This super-telephoto zoom lens is compact and easy to operate, yet offers extremely high resolution throughout the entire image.

- Uses VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) for high-speed, high-precision, and quiet operation
This product employs the VXD linear motor focus mechanism, which was first installed in the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) and has received high acclaim. The VXD operates with extremely high speed and precision and ensures high response performance. Even with a focal length of 500mm, the VXD enables comfortable and stress-free focusing from close-up to far away. Focus tracking performance for fast-moving subjects such as sports and vehicles has also been greatly improved, allowing the photographer to capture powerful moments without missing a single shot, not only in still photography but also in video recording.
The linear motor is less prone to vibration during AF drive than conventional drive systems, and the motor is quieter, making it ideal for shooting still images and movies in quiet environments.

- Equipped with VC image stabilization mechanism that provides excellent image stabilization effects
The VC image stabilization mechanism is incorporated while reducing the diameter of the lens barrel. The lens is equipped with a switch that switches between three correction modes (Mode 1: normal, Mode 2: dedicated for streaming shots, and Mode 3: focusing on framing), allowing you to select the best image stabilization mode according to your shooting conditions and preferences. The camera is equipped with a switch that allows you to select the best image stabilization mode for your shooting conditions and preferences.

- The appeal of telephoto macro photography made possible by a minimum focusing distance of 0.6 m.
The minimum focusing distance is 0.6m at 150mm (wide-angle side) and 1.8m at 500mm (telephoto side), demonstrating excellent close-up shooting ability as a super-telephoto lens. In particular, the maximum magnification of 1:3.1 at 150mm is exceptionally high, allowing users to enjoy powerful telephoto macro photography of subjects such as flowers and insects at an appropriate shooting distance, which was not possible with conventional super-telephoto zoom lenses.

- Various Functions Designed for Convenience
Standard Arca-Swiss tripod mount with strap holes
Included lens hood with protective rubber
Switches for improved operability
Flex-zoom lock mechanism for ease of use

- BBAR-G2 coating suppresses ghosting and flare

- Simplified drip-proof construction and smudge-proof coating for comfortable shooting

- Compatible with various camera functions such as "Fast Hybrid AF" and "Pupil AF" that are available on Sony cameras