Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Covering a unique 35-150mm range with a fast f/2-2.8 aperture, this full-frame zoom eliminates the need for multiple prime lenses. Its weather-sealed construction, fluorine coating, and rapid VXD autofocus deliver reliable performance in challenging conditions at a competitive price. Best for portrait and event photographers who want a bright, versatile zoom without sacrificing critical image quality or speed.
About This Lens
Ideal for travel photography, the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD is an advanced all-in-one zoom characterized by its wide to medium telephoto range and bright maximum aperture. Designed for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras, this lens has a mixture of versatility and speed that makes it an ideal choice for photographing beautiful vistas, distinctive architecture, notable street scenes, and more. Boasting a maximum wide-open aperture of f/2-2.8 so you can comfortably photograph in available light conditions while also controlling depth of field and isolating your subject matter with selective focus. Also, complementing the focal length range and bright design is a VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) autofocus system that provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus to suit both stills and video applications.
- E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
- Maximum Aperture Range: f/2-2.8
- VXD Linear Motor Focus Mechanism
- Tamron Lens Utility Connector Port
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 |
| Focal Length Max | 150 |
| Elements | 21 |
| Groups | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| ED Elements | 4 |
| Coating | BBAR-G2 Coating, Fluorine Coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | 2-2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 2-2.8 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Build
| Mount | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 kg / 2.6 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 82 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | VXD Linear Motor |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 330 |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.55 |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD | Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports | Meike Neo Series MK-5514STM-Z | Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 | Viltrox AF AF 25mm F1.7 E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 35-150mm | 70-200mm | 55mm | 14-24mm | 28-200mm | 25mm |
| Max Aperture | 2-2.8 | 2.8 | f/1.4 | f/2.8 | f/4 | 1.7 |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | L-Mount | Sony E |
| Stabilization | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | false | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 1165 | 166 | 280 | 649 | 413 | 170 |
| AF Type | VXD Linear Motor | High-response Linear Actuator (HLA) | STM | stepping motor | Autofocus | STM |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | prime | wide-angle | macro | prime |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamron Di III 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD | 98.1 | 89.4 | 22.7 | 62.7 | 98.4 | 86.5 | 91 | 89.9 | 34.4 |
| Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Compare | 53.3 | 87.3 | 94.1 | 46.2 | 99.7 | 79.2 | 79.6 | 89.9 | 99.9 |
| Meike Neo Series MK-5514STM-Z Compare | 85.5 | 94.9 | 72.6 | 94.8 | 49.6 | 94.8 | 33.9 | 89.9 | 79.6 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Compare | 85.5 | 81.5 | 55.4 | 97.8 | 82.5 | 79.2 | 69 | 89.9 | 79.6 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 Compare | 53.3 | 72.1 | 73.5 | 88 | 91.2 | 65.8 | 95.9 | 89.9 | 99.4 |
| Viltrox AF AF 25mm F1.7 E Compare | 85.5 | 92.7 | 93.7 | 62.1 | 51.7 | 91.7 | 33.9 | 89.9 | 79.6 |
