Quick answer
A stabilized ultra-wide zoom for APS-C DSLRs with a quiet HLD focus motor and a moisture-resistant build. It has a 77mm filter thread and a close focus limit of 0.24 m.
Pros
- Built-in VC (rare for an ultra-wide)
- Quiet HLD autofocus
- 77mm screw-in filters
- Moisture-resistant construction
Cons
- APS-C only
- Variable f/3.5-4.5
- Not as bright as f/2.8 wide zooms
Verdict
A useful wide zoom for crop DSLRs that adds stabilization.
About this lens
Tamron 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD: an APS-C wide-angle zoom lens with a 10-24mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5-4.5, made for Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Compensation. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
Tamron 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD specifications
- Brand
- Tamron
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 10-24mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.24 m
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Tamron 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD?
- Landscapes on APS-C
- Architecture and interiors
- Travel
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 15–36mm | 53.1–100.4° | 62–110.5° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Tamron 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD have stabilization?
Yes. VC is unusual in ultra-wide zooms, and it helps handheld shooting in low light.
What does HLD stand for?
HLD is Tamron's High/Low torque-modulated Drive, a motor that provides quiet autofocus.
What is the equivalent field of view?
On an APS-C body it frames like about 15-36mm on full frame.
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