Tamron’s New 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Lens Promises Extreme Versatility

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Tamron’s New 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Lens Promises Extreme Versatility

Tamron debuted a new 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 zoom lens for full-frame Sony mirrorless cameras.

Tamron says it created the 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Model A069) lens in response to feedback from photographers who want to “zoom out just a little more.” In Tamron’s lineup, the 50-300mm zoom joins other full-frame tele zooms like the 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6, 70-180mm f/2.8, and 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3.

A man wearing a tan jacket holds a large camera with a telephoto lens up to his eye while photographing a forest with tall, leafless trees. He has a black backpack over one shoulder and appears focused on capturing the scene.

The most obvious point of comparison is the 70-300mm, as that offers a very similar focal length range and the same aperture range. When Tamron announced that lens in 2020, it was the smallest telephoto zoom lens for full-frame E-mount cameras, measuring 148 millimeters (5.8 inches) long and weighing 545 grams (1.2 pounds).

A person in a blue jacket holds a Sony camera with a large telephoto lens attached. The background features blurred greenery and water, indicating an outdoor setting, likely near a lake or river.

And no, the 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD isn’t lighter; it weighs 665 grams (1.5 pounds). It’s not smaller, either, although, at 150 millimeters (5.9 inches) long, it’s barely bigger. The 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 separates itself from Tamron’s earlier 70-300mm offering by having an extra 20mm on the wide end. This may not seem like much, but it’s significant in real-world use, allowing the telephoto zoom lens to achieve a “standard” focal length.

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This GIF shows the Tamron 50-300mm at 50mm, 70mm, and 300mm.

The new 50-300mm zoom has another trick up its sleeve: half-macro shooting. While Tamron’s 70-300mm lens tops out at a 1:5.1 magnification ratio at the telephoto end and 1:9.4 at 70mm, the 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 focuses much closer. Its maximum magnification ratio at 50mm is 1:2, while it is still an impressive 1:3.1 at 300mm.

Concerning focus, as evidenced by its complete — and lengthy — model name, the 50-300mm includes Tamron’s VXD linear motor autofocus technology. The company promises swift, accurate, and quiet autofocus performance across all focus and focal length ranges.

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The 50-300mm also includes Tamron’s proprietary VC mechanism to suppress camera shake. The image stabilization promises to keep shots steady, especially in the telephoto range. Further, at focal lengths up to 100mm, the lens incorporates AI-based compensation for video to keep handheld clips sharper.

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The lens incorporates 19 elements across 14 groups, including a pair of XLD and two LD elements to correct for optical aberrations. Like other recent Tamron lenses, the new 50-300mm also includes Tamron’s BBAR-G2 coating to reduce internal reflections, a moisture-resistant design, and fluorine coating on the front element.

Sample Images

A small, fluffy dog wearing a red jacket runs energetically across a grassy field. The dog's fur is blowing in the wind, and its tongue is out, indicating excitement. An agility training obstacle is blurred in the background.

Close-up of a gray cat with round, bright yellow eyes and a calm expression. The cat's fur appears dense and plush, and its whiskers are prominent against the background. The image captures the cat's face in detail.

A serene landscape featuring mangrove trees with exposed roots on a sandy, shallow shoreline. The surrounding water reflects the trees and sky, with lush green hills in the background under an overcast sky.

Close-up of a cat's paw with soft orange fur and pink paw pads. The image focuses on the paw, displaying the furry details and the subtle texture of the pads, giving a sense of coziness and warmth. The background is blurred and neutral.

Four U.S. Navy Blue Angels jets fly in a tight formation against a clear blue sky. The planes trail white smoke and are painted navy blue with yellow accents, with "U.S. Navy" written prominently on the undersides of the wings and fuselage.

A black-and-white butterfly with distinctive patterns on its wings, stands perched on a green leaf against a blurred green background.

A roseate spoonbill with pink feathers and a distinctive spoon-shaped bill perches on a broken tree branch. Its wings are spread wide, showing intricate feather details. The background features green foliage and tree trunks.

A dark-feathered heron with long legs and a pointed beak perches on a tree branch surrounded by lush green foliage. The bird's piercing eyes and sleek plumage stand out against the natural, blurred background.

Price and Availability

The Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens will be available for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras on June 27th for $799, $200 more than the 70-300mm’s current price.

The 50-300mm is a natural pairing with Tamron’s 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD lens for full-frame cameras, which is available for $699. Having complete coverage from 17mm to 300mm in just two lenses is quite impressive for a full-frame camera.

Image credits: Tamron

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