Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD : Specifications and Opinions

The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is a tele lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 2020 to 2025 (discontinued). The focus is done by Linear Motor, it does not have image stabilization. The average price was 1000 €;

30 users have given it an average vote of 9.4 out of 10.

MOUNT

This lens is available with the following mounts:

Sony E: this lens is compatible with mirrorless fullframe and APS-C Sony.

Specifications
Focal lenght	70-180 mm
Angle of view	34.3 - 13.7°
Format	FF, APS-C
Max. aperture	f/2.8
Aperture blades	9
Lenses/Groups	19 elements in 14 groups
Min. focus distance	0.85 meters
Reproduction ratio	0.22x
Features
Zoom type	Ring, external
Stabilization	No
Focus	Linear Motor
Internal Focus	Yes
Built and notes
Tripod ring	No
Extenders	No
Filters	67 mm
Lens hood	Yes, supplied
Weather sealing	Yes
Weight	815 g
Dimensions	81 x 149 mm
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Hello_pizzo

sent on 02 Gennaio 2026

Pros: Yield, brightness, weight and size

Cons: Materials and lack of a tripod mount (but you can't expect a lightweight lens without compromise)

Opinion: I was evaluating the Sony 70–200 and, regardless of the price difference, I realized quite quickly that for me the real discriminator was size and weight. It is a lens that I can wear effortlessly even on the longest days, and this really makes the difference. Using it in the field I realized that it offers me exactly what I am looking for: quality, versatility and a yield that I really like. It quickly became my favorite lens and for about a year now, I have been traveling practically only with this lens and a 35 mm, both in a small travel bag — light, practical and always ready to use.

EvaldoCipolloni

sent on 20 Luglio 2023

Pros: Sharpness, weight, brightness, color rendering, usability

Cons: Maybe some uncertainty in the AF with little light, some command that is missing as observed by others, but for the price I think it is normal.

Opinion: I really can not say that good of this lens, certainly referred to the use I make of it, that of aspiring amateur photographer who often shoots in the street. I mounted it on a Sony A7IV, which allows me to venture a little with the crop. Well the photos taken with this lens lose almost nothing in terms of quality even if cropped beyond what is necessary. The sharpness is also excellent at f / 2.8, although I noticed a not exactly negligible percentage of out of focus in conditions of little lusce and all aperture. I do not know if this is due to the Sony-Tamron combo or simply it is me who demands too much or I who make too many mistakes, also because the photos in the right focus including the close-ups, taken with an open aperture, come out beautiful. I also managed to open it easily to remove some dust under the first lens. Actually the aesthetics does not completely satisfy, but this is not a point to discuss, this is a very good goal, really.

Photo_Da.Ma

sent on 27 Giugno 2023

Pros: SHARPNESS - AF SPEED - PORTABILITY - QUALITY/PRICE RATIO

Cons: UNABLE TO ADD MULTIPLIERS - EXTERNAL ZOOM - NO AF/MF BUTTON

Opinion: I bought this lens on the advice of a friend on the forum and enticed by the amazon offer (944 €). I was very torn as I was in love with the format 70/200 2.8 home Sony (clearly another lens that is worth its cost but is not 3 times better than tamron....). To date I say that it is a spectacular purchase for yield, definition (I use it on a7riii) autofocus even in low light situations, practicality in size and in carrying it behind. I often go out with 17/28 tamron and 70/180 and I don't have big shortcomings. In my opinion the main "defect" lies in the impossibility of using multipliers, in the absence of the physical mf button and in the aesthetic aspect that does not make me crazy ... Would recommend? absolutely YOU !!! PS I made a comparison with the 70-300 tamron vr sony-a and despite the 70/180 has less excursion the quality for the same effective size using digital crop of a high-resolution camera is much better on the 70-180. The 70-300 at 300mm kneads everything and is therefore less usable.

CarloSini

sent on 19 Giugno 2023

Pros: Definition, AF speed, aperture, handling.

Cons: for now nothing

Opinion: I am an amateur photographer and I will not deal with technical details reserved for professionals. Recently I have this lens mounted on Sony 7C and the field test were photos taken at the Mille Miglia just ended. I come from Canon 6D system and 70-200 f4 and I was totally satisfied with this 70-180. amazed by the definition, and also the focus in C was always up to par. It manages well and weight is not a problem. Highly recommended rating 9.8.

Daniele David

sent on 21 Febbraio 2023

Pros: Weight, weight, sharpness, AF speed

Cons: Nothing and for the cost you can not ask for anything else

Opinion: I took about 200 shots with the A7III and I must say with excellent results. I arrived here , I try to be honest, not to spend twice as much for the Sony counterpart. Of course there are 20 focal lengths missing but for now I have not felt the lack. I also followed shots inside (gym) with excellent results of colors, I was worried, surprised by the speed of AF even in conditions of non-optimal light and bokeh. The plastics, sometimes not wonderful beds, give me a good feeling to the touch and the solidity of the whole is not lacking. Value for money, excellent. Highly recommended I switched to the A7RIII from March 2023 and the results are always excellent, perhaps a little slower in the AF / c phase, but this does not depend on the lens but on the body ...

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