Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens For Sony E
A lens as luminous as your creative vision - Large aperture F/2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless Step out of the normal lens zone and into the wilds of wide-angle. The 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) is a large aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E-mount that was designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras and provides unrivalled portability and superb image quality. Its the smallest and lightest weight zoom lens in its class. The dramatic 17-28mm zoom range adds new dimensions to photographing landscapes, cityscapes, mountains and scenic vistas - as well as groups and building interiors. Despite its compact size, it offers outstanding optical performance. Strategically deployed LD (Low Dispersion) and XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens elements thoroughly suppress chromatic aberration. The combination of ultra wide-angle focal length and an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.19m (7.5 in) at the wide-angle end encourages richly expressive and creative photography. The new 17-28mm zooms AF drive system is powered by the RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor unit that enables it to deliver high-speed, high-precision operation. In addition, the new zoom lens features Moisture-Resistant Construction and a hydrophobic Fluorine Coating that repels fingerprints and dirt. This compact but powerful tool will boost your mobility and drive your vision of capturing subjects in new ways.
A lens as luminous as your creative vision - Large aperture F/2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless Step out of the normal lens zone and into the wilds of wide-angle. The 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) is a large aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E-mount that was designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras and provides unrivalled portability and superb image quality. Its the smallest and lightest weight zoom lens in its class. The dramatic 17-28mm zoom range adds new dimensions to photographing landscapes, cityscapes, mountains and scenic vistas - as well as groups and building interiors. Despite its compact size, it offers outstanding optical performance. Strategically deployed LD (Low Dispersion) and XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens elements thoroughly suppress chromatic aberration. The combination of ultra wide-angle focal length and an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.19m (7.5 in) at the wide-angle end encourages richly expressive and creative photography. The new 17-28mm zooms AF drive system is powered by the RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor unit that enables it to deliver high-speed, high-precision operation. In addition, the new zoom lens features Moisture-Resistant Construction and a hydrophobic Fluorine Coating that repels fingerprints and dirt. This compact but powerful tool will boost your mobility and drive your vision of capturing subjects in new ways.
A lens as luminous as your creative vision - Large aperture F/2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless Step out of the normal lens zone and into the wilds of wide-angle. The 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) is a large aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E-mount that was designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras and provides unrivalled portability and superb image quality. Its the smallest and lightest weight zoom lens in its class. The dramatic 17-28mm zoom range adds new dimensions to photographing landscapes, cityscapes, mountains and scenic vistas - as well as groups and building interiors. Despite its compact size, it offers outstanding optical performance. Strategically deployed LD (Low Dispersion) and XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens elements thoroughly suppress chromatic aberration. The combination of ultra wide-angle focal length and an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.19m (7.5 in) at the wide-angle end encourages richly expressive and creative photography. The new 17-28mm zooms AF drive system is powered by the RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor unit that enables it to deliver high-speed, high-precision operation. In addition, the new zoom lens features Moisture-Resistant Construction and a hydrophobic Fluorine Coating that repels fingerprints and dirt. This compact but powerful tool will boost your mobility and drive your vision of capturing subjects in new ways.
A lens as luminous as your creative vision - Large aperture F/2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless Step out of the normal lens zone and into the wilds of wide-angle. The 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) is a large aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E-mount that was designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras and provides unrivalled portability and superb image quality. Its the smallest and lightest weight zoom lens in its class. The dramatic 17-28mm zoom range adds new dimensions to photographing landscapes, cityscapes, mountains and scenic vistas - as well as groups and building interiors. Despite its compact size, it offers outstanding optical performance. Strategically deployed LD (Low Dispersion) and XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens elements thoroughly suppress chromatic aberration. The combination of ultra wide-angle focal length and an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.19m (7.5 in) at the wide-angle end encourages richly expressive and creative photography. The new 17-28mm zooms AF drive system is powered by the RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor unit that enables it to deliver high-speed, high-precision operation. In addition, the new zoom lens features Moisture-Resistant Construction and a hydrophobic Fluorine Coating that repels fingerprints and dirt. This compact but powerful tool will boost your mobility and drive your vision of capturing subjects in new ways.
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I bought this lens because I wanted a companion for the new Tamron 35-150 mm f2 to f2.8With just two lenses I can cover from 17mm to 150mm full frame (with a very minuscule gap) and with a 2.8 aperture all across the range.For my style of shooting is exactly what I wanted (mostly video productions, Doc, very fast-paced), so I wanted just a lens for when I needed to go Wider than 35. Also works great with the Sony A7siii autofocus and it's also great for gimbal/glidecam/steadycam operation.The only caveat is that the motor is not linear (like newer Tamron lenses) so maybe Tamron will come up with a newer version like they did with the 28-75 and the 70-180. So at the time you read this, I would be aware of the possibility of a new 17-28 VXD linear motor.
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This lens has very high image quality, at a relatively low size/weight/cost.My only regret, is that I did not purchase this lens a year ago!!The image quality and versatility exceeded my already high expectations. While reviewing my first batch of photos taken with this lens, I realized I had a big grin on my face. I heard myself say out loud oh yeah.I've owned a few lenses I did not like, I own some lenses I like, and I own just a few lenses I love. This is one I love.Indoor photos of buildings, indoor photos of large groups of people with mediocre lighting, outdoor photos of building and landscape - They all exceeded my expectations for image quality. F2.8 was very good, F4 to F8 was great. I have not tried F8 yet.Did I absolutely NEED this lens - it is ... MoreThis lens has very high image quality, at a relatively low size/weight/cost.My only regret, is that I did not purchase this lens a year ago!!The image quality and versatility exceeded my already high expectations. While reviewing my first batch of photos taken with this lens, I realized I had a big grin on my face. I heard myself say out loud oh yeah.I've owned a few lenses I did not like, I own some lenses I like, and I own just a few lenses I love. This is one I love.Indoor photos of buildings, indoor photos of large groups of people with mediocre lighting, outdoor photos of building and landscape - They all exceeded my expectations for image quality. F2.8 was very good, F4 to F8 was great. I have not tried F8 yet.Did I absolutely NEED this lens - it is debatable and a matter of perspective (no pun intended). Did I want this lens the day it started collecting good reviews - Absolutely. Am I happy with this lens now that I have tried it - YES! No regrets.Alternatives I considered:=====================1) 14mm or 16mm prime (full frame) lens. I decided 14mm was too wide for most of my needs, and 17mm (this lens) was good enough. On very rare occasions where I want wider than 17mm, I can pan the camera and take 2 photos then stitch them together with editing software. I wanted the flexibility of an ultra-wide zoom that gave me the option of getting to 35mm equivalent field of view by cropping when I edit the photo files.2) Other non-Sony ultra wide zoom lenses. This lens is better bang for the buck, better image quality, and smaller/lighter/lower cost.3) Sony native G or GM ultra wide angle zoom. F2.8 options are much larger/heavier and more expensive than this lens, with only marginal improvement in image quality for most use cases. This is the 3rd lens in my kit, and I use my 24-70 and 70-200 lenses more often, so I was not looking for another large/heavy/$1000 lens.My use case:==========I sometimes take indoor photos of a large group of people and can't get enough distance to fit everyone in with a 24mm full frame field of view, and need brighter than F4 to avoid excessive ISO noise).I sometimes take photos inside of buildings and can't fit everything in the shot with a 24mm full frame field of view.I sometime want an ultra wide angle shot to capture the setting of an event, to compliment the rest of my photos which range from 24mm to 200mm.In the past, I would take multiple sets of 3 or 4 photos while panning my camera and hoping that at least one set could be successfully stitched together in editing software. This is a real challenge when there are people moving around or the lighting is uneven.
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I paired this with my A7III last year while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, and this is by far one of my favorite lenses I've ever used. Imagine was consistently sharp, the range is fantastic for landscapes and interviews, and the lack of a dedicated autofocus/manual switch is such a minor inconvenience (set a custom button on your camera body in 2 minutes.)As someone who primarily shoots on primes, this was a stellar mid-tier and SO worth the cost. Well done, Tamron.
| Focal Length | 17 to 28mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
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I bought this lens because I wanted a companion for the new Tamron 35-150 mm f2 to f2.8With just two lenses I can cover from 17mm to 150mm full frame (with a very minuscule gap) and with a 2.8 aperture all across the range.For my style of shooting is exactly what I wanted (mostly video productions, Doc, very fast-paced), so I wanted just a lens for when I needed to go Wider than 35. Also works great with the Sony A7siii autofocus and it's also great for gimbal/glidecam/steadycam operation.The only caveat is that the motor is not linear (like newer Tamron lenses) so maybe Tamron will come up with a newer version like they did with the 28-75 and the 70-180. So at the time you read this, I would be aware of the possibility of a new 17-28 VXD linear motor.
This lens has very high image quality, at a relatively low size/weight/cost.My only regret, is that I did not purchase this lens a year ago!!The image quality and versatility exceeded my already high expectations. While reviewing my first batch of photos taken with this lens, I realized I had a big grin on my face. I heard myself say out loud oh yeah.I've owned a few lenses I did not like, I own some lenses I like, and I own just a few lenses I love. This is one I love.Indoor photos of buildings, indoor photos of large groups of people with mediocre lighting, outdoor photos of building and landscape - They all exceeded my expectations for image quality. F2.8 was very good, F4 to F8 was great. I have not tried F8 yet.Did I absolutely NEED this lens - it is ... MoreThis lens has very high image quality, at a relatively low size/weight/cost.My only regret, is that I did not purchase this lens a year ago!!The image quality and versatility exceeded my already high expectations. While reviewing my first batch of photos taken with this lens, I realized I had a big grin on my face. I heard myself say out loud oh yeah.I've owned a few lenses I did not like, I own some lenses I like, and I own just a few lenses I love. This is one I love.Indoor photos of buildings, indoor photos of large groups of people with mediocre lighting, outdoor photos of building and landscape - They all exceeded my expectations for image quality. F2.8 was very good, F4 to F8 was great. I have not tried F8 yet.Did I absolutely NEED this lens - it is debatable and a matter of perspective (no pun intended). Did I want this lens the day it started collecting good reviews - Absolutely. Am I happy with this lens now that I have tried it - YES! No regrets.Alternatives I considered:=====================1) 14mm or 16mm prime (full frame) lens. I decided 14mm was too wide for most of my needs, and 17mm (this lens) was good enough. On very rare occasions where I want wider than 17mm, I can pan the camera and take 2 photos then stitch them together with editing software. I wanted the flexibility of an ultra-wide zoom that gave me the option of getting to 35mm equivalent field of view by cropping when I edit the photo files.2) Other non-Sony ultra wide zoom lenses. This lens is better bang for the buck, better image quality, and smaller/lighter/lower cost.3) Sony native G or GM ultra wide angle zoom. F2.8 options are much larger/heavier and more expensive than this lens, with only marginal improvement in image quality for most use cases. This is the 3rd lens in my kit, and I use my 24-70 and 70-200 lenses more often, so I was not looking for another large/heavy/$1000 lens.My use case:==========I sometimes take indoor photos of a large group of people and can't get enough distance to fit everyone in with a 24mm full frame field of view, and need brighter than F4 to avoid excessive ISO noise).I sometimes take photos inside of buildings and can't fit everything in the shot with a 24mm full frame field of view.I sometime want an ultra wide angle shot to capture the setting of an event, to compliment the rest of my photos which range from 24mm to 200mm.In the past, I would take multiple sets of 3 or 4 photos while panning my camera and hoping that at least one set could be successfully stitched together in editing software. This is a real challenge when there are people moving around or the lighting is uneven.
I paired this with my A7III last year while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, and this is by far one of my favorite lenses I've ever used. Imagine was consistently sharp, the range is fantastic for landscapes and interviews, and the lack of a dedicated autofocus/manual switch is such a minor inconvenience (set a custom button on your camera body in 2 minutes.)As someone who primarily shoots on primes, this was a stellar mid-tier and SO worth the cost. Well done, Tamron.
With the price reduction, obviously relating to the 16-35 PZ, this is a no-brainer. Color is beautiful, focus is fast, sharpness is comparable to the 16-35 2.8. Then there's balance; it just feels perfect on my A7R3. Does human/animal eye in a big hurry, much faster than older Sony primes. If your Sony is more recent, no doubt it's even faster. The big complaint- it only goes to 28- can effectively be silenced withSony's underused Clear Image. Assign that to C4, use a factor of 1.3,and you now have 35mm. Yes, there are limitations. No Raw, no Eye,and despite Sony's self-praise, there is loss. But it's mighty hard to see. First Rollei pic is @28mm, next is faux 35. BTW, that camera is from B&H, circa '79. When you sum up price/advice/support, they're#1.
Over the years, my photography style has gone wider and wider. The Batis 25mm had slowly become my weapon of choice as a prime shooter. I admire the 25’s characteristics because of the Zeiss colors, the minimum focusing distance, the sharpness, the flexibility of being an all around walkable lens, and the ability to balance on my gimbals (light weight). The only problem I had is it just wasn’t wide enough for all situations. Married on the A7R3, the 17-28mm sounded like a lens after my heart and wallet. It seemed to have most of the qualities I love about my but provided me more versatility with the bottom (17mm) and a bit more reach on the top (28mm). I made the decision to leave all my other lenses at home on a weekend trip to Atlanta and I was extremely satisfied ... MoreOver the years, my photography style has gone wider and wider. The Batis 25mm had slowly become my weapon of choice as a prime shooter. I admire the 25’s characteristics because of the Zeiss colors, the minimum focusing distance, the sharpness, the flexibility of being an all around walkable lens, and the ability to balance on my gimbals (light weight). The only problem I had is it just wasn’t wide enough for all situations. Married on the A7R3, the 17-28mm sounded like a lens after my heart and wallet. It seemed to have most of the qualities I love about my but provided me more versatility with the bottom (17mm) and a bit more reach on the top (28mm). I made the decision to leave all my other lenses at home on a weekend trip to Atlanta and I was extremely satisfied with the results! I carried the kit all day using a wrist strap or my gimbal (weebil) without the slightest bit of fatigue. I was able to get some ultra wide shots that would have been a bit tougher but not impossible in most cases with the Batis. I did a comparison and scientifically measured by foot ~ 9 pace difference between 25 and 17, which could be crucial. The close focusing was on marginally better than the but you have to be careful because it’s wide of course. The distortion is there, but easily managed in camera and post. The follow focus and zoom feature on the gimbal just worked so much better than zoom by foot. Focus and zoom ring operate very smooth. This is my first zoom in about 4 years and I didn’t think I missed the versatility, but it does make a difference. The A7R allows for me to do extreme crops, which is part of my style, so 17 is a welcome FL. If you’re looking for an sharp, light weight, snappy, wide lens, at an excellent price look no further. OH...how could I forget. It has internal zoom, so the length doesn’t increase making gimbal work more difficult. I do love that feature. Best lens I’ve purchased in years!
I needed a native E-mount lens for my new Sony, that would be compatible with Sony autofocus in video. It was the perfect focal length range for the event BTS video I bought it for. Used once, and it was just what I needed. The zoom ring is pretty tight, so you can't get a smooth zoom by hand while filming, but on the other hand, you at least know it won't slip around on you when you tip your camera. It's also the most compact zoom lens I own (coming from Canon), so it was the perfect lens for my gimbal rig, that still gave me some options!
I'm a long time sigma fanboy, and though I haven't owned many Tamrons in the past, the couple I've tried before now (the 70-300 and 20mm f2.8) seemed dinky, low quality, and at least in the 70-300 I was unimpressed by its optics and even less impressed by its build quality. I assumed that these other lenses, as they look quite the same at a glance, would follow suit. Boy was I wrong.Even after learning about the great optical qualities, I still felt like I'd be making a rather sizeable sacrifice by going with a tamron. It didn't seem to be the sort of lens I could count on being around in 5 years time. Again, I was wrong.The build quality is not what I'd call robust, for sure, but it's far better than the ones I had used previously. These feel substantial, and ... MoreI'm a long time sigma fanboy, and though I haven't owned many Tamrons in the past, the couple I've tried before now (the 70-300 and 20mm f2.8) seemed dinky, low quality, and at least in the 70-300 I was unimpressed by its optics and even less impressed by its build quality. I assumed that these other lenses, as they look quite the same at a glance, would follow suit. Boy was I wrong.Even after learning about the great optical qualities, I still felt like I'd be making a rather sizeable sacrifice by going with a tamron. It didn't seem to be the sort of lens I could count on being around in 5 years time. Again, I was wrong.The build quality is not what I'd call robust, for sure, but it's far better than the ones I had used previously. These feel substantial, and the focus ring isn't the tragedy that the 70-300 had.Optically, I could hardly be happier. There's a little chromatic aberration in extreme lighting situations, but nothing that can't be corrected in post. Optically these lenses are brilliant, and while 2.8 isn't anything mind blowing in terms of bokeh, what it does provide is smooth, unobtrusive and only seems busy in some limited situations I've found. It's resolution is in keeping with the other two lenses in this lineup, which is to say outrageously good. The first picture in this review is a 500% crop of a picture of the front of my computer speakers (the little micromesh) which shows that this lens is actually out-resolving my 42mpx sensor. That is ridiculous.I am pleasantly surprised. I hope in the future they can maybe beef up the materials without sacrificing too much weight (or cost) but for now these are a welcome addition to my bag.
Although the 35-150mm lens is my go-to lens, I sometimes need something wider. The 17-28mm is the answer to my wide-angle problem. Overall, it has a nice build and is lightweight. I would have liked an AF/MF switch on it, but I can make do as I have a button programmed to do that. The quality of the images is very nice and sharp, even wide open. If you want to keep your kit to a minimum, this lens and the 35-150mm will pretty much cover most of your photography needs.
The Tamron 17-28 has a bit of goodwill with me because of how well the 28-75 has treated me; obviously it's not as good as the 24-70GM, but costing just a little over 1/3 the price, it's hard to complain, even with the vignetting, lesser build quality, and lack of focus hold button (not a deal breaker, I remapped all the buttons on my a7iii anyway). However, the 17-28mms wide end... leaves me wanting a tad bit more... i was looking at the laowa 10-18, which from a focal range standpoint, fits in pretty perfectly with what I currently own, but 10mm at the wide end is overkill (12-14 at the widest end would be ideal), i also wish the lens could open up a bit more and have a fixed aperture, which makes the sony 12-24 seem like a good choice (more on this lens ... MoreThe Tamron 17-28 has a bit of goodwill with me because of how well the 28-75 has treated me; obviously it's not as good as the 24-70GM, but costing just a little over 1/3 the price, it's hard to complain, even with the vignetting, lesser build quality, and lack of focus hold button (not a deal breaker, I remapped all the buttons on my a7iii anyway). However, the 17-28mms wide end... leaves me wanting a tad bit more... i was looking at the laowa 10-18, which from a focal range standpoint, fits in pretty perfectly with what I currently own, but 10mm at the wide end is overkill (12-14 at the widest end would be ideal), i also wish the lens could open up a bit more and have a fixed aperture, which makes the sony 12-24 seem like a good choice (more on this lens later).Since its an ultra wide lens I'm looking for, i'm not going to demand an f2.8, if they even make ultra wides with that large an aperture, but a constant aperture would be nice at f4. This makes me look at sony's 12-24 f4, but it's twice the price of the tamron, and on the long end only goes to 24, leaving a gap in my kit from 24-28 (i guess that's just nitpicking, but personally, I'd rather have a little overlap than have gaps.).There's also a Sigma 14-24 f2.8, which seems like a great compromise on paper. Pricewise, it sits between the sony and the tamron. It has a 14mm wide end, which I think will be good enough to get me to stop wingeing (I briefly owned the 16-35 f4, and it didn't feel wide enough; maybe I got a bad copy of it, but it just looked... soft). I took photos all over my home, from the smallest of hallways to the living room/dining room. So if a 16mm isn't wide enough, then a 17mm obviously won't be either. I don't shoot ultra wide often, but I've had friends ask me if I could take photos for them when they put out ads to sublet their homes, or find a roommate, or sell. and on occasion, I might want to capture an image with a look that's more unique than the photos i typically shoot. Ideally, I'd just want my wide angle zoom to be wide enough for me to have some fun once in a while, without having to buy a dedicated ultra wide.Maybe the Samyang 14mm F2.8 AF Wide Angle, Full Frame Auto Focus Lens for Sony E Mount would suffice? it'll give me the 14mm that the sigma has, while maintaining the 28 long end... and its relatively inexpensive.... but i don't know if I trust Samyang lenses. Or I could wait for Tamron to unveil their 70-200 equivalent and the 3 primes that they teased, although there's no word yet as to what prime lenses they'll be. Fingers crossed for a nice 14mm f2.8 prime
This Tamron has become a must-have alongside some primes in my kit. Any time I need to capture something especially huge, be it architecture or a very big landscape frame, this baby never disappoints at 17mm. the 2.8 aperture makes it formidable for astrophotography as well as allowing some pretty bokeh to be seen in your wide shots. Crank it to 28mm and you have a very wide portrait frame, great for subjects with pretty backgrounds you still want to show off. It also has a very impressive focus distance that achieve near-macro closeness while still giving you a wide frame. Lastly it's great for video too! totally silent and fast autofocusingPros:lightweight compared to competitionnear-macro close shooting capabilitiesseriously sharp at any apertureminimal ... MoreThis Tamron has become a must-have alongside some primes in my kit. Any time I need to capture something especially huge, be it architecture or a very big landscape frame, this baby never disappoints at 17mm. the 2.8 aperture makes it formidable for astrophotography as well as allowing some pretty bokeh to be seen in your wide shots. Crank it to 28mm and you have a very wide portrait frame, great for subjects with pretty backgrounds you still want to show off. It also has a very impressive focus distance that achieve near-macro closeness while still giving you a wide frame. Lastly it's great for video too! totally silent and fast autofocusingPros:lightweight compared to competitionnear-macro close shooting capabilitiesseriously sharp at any apertureminimal vignetting and all that other crapcheap compared to the competitionconswould be nice if it could go to 35mm, but maybe a fair compromise to keep size and weight down
| Focal Length | 17 to 28mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
