Quick answer
A stabilized full-frame superzoom with a PZD motor and a 67mm filter thread. It covers wide-angle to super-telephoto and focuses as close as 0.49 m.
Pros
- Wide 10.7x range
- Vibration Compensation
- PZD autofocus
- Full-frame coverage
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Image quality compromise
- Zoom creep possible
Verdict
A convenient all-in-one for full-frame DSLR travellers.
About this lens
The Tamron 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD is a full-frame superzoom lens covering 28-300mm at f/3.5-6.3 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Compensation and quiet motor-driven autofocus. A high-ratio travel zoom covering wide-angle to telephoto in one lens.
Tamron 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD specifications
- Brand
- Tamron
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 28-300mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- PZD
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.49 m
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Tamron 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD?
- Travel on full frame
- Family photography
- One-lens kit
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 28–300mm | 6.9–65.5° | 8.2–75.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 42–450mm | 4.6–46.4° | 5.5–54.5° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Tamron 28-300mm Di VC PZD have stabilization?
Yes. Vibration Compensation is built in, which helps at 300mm.
What filter size does it use?
It takes 67mm filters. Buy that size and they mount directly with no step ring.
How close can it focus?
Minimum focus is 0.49 m. That is close enough to place a foreground subject against a wide background.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
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