Quick answer
The Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD is a wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.8 for the Sony A mount. Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
About this lens
A 35mm f/1.8 full-frame fast wide-angle prime lens, the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD is designed for Sony A mount bodies, from the Tamron SP series with Vibration Compensation. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD specifications
- Brand
- Tamron
- Mount
- Sony A
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- USD
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.2 m
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD?
At 35mm this is a wide-angle prime, which typically suits:
- Landscapes and cityscapes
- Street and travel photography
- Environmental portraits and interiors
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 35mm | 54.4° | 63.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 53mm | 37.8° | 44.8° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD use?
It uses the Sony A mount, so it fits Sony A cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD?
It is a fixed 35mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8. That makes it a wide-angle lens.
Is the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 35mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/1.8.
What is the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 53mm on full frame, with a 37.8° horizontal and 44.8° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD fit?
Any Sony A-mount camera, including Sony A100, Sony A200, Sony A230, Sony A290, and Sony A300 and 24 more.
Alternatives for Sony A from other brands
All Sony A lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
