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50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
- 50-400mm
- f/4.5
- Zoom
- Stabilized
- 1155 g
- Min focus 0.25 m
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Quick answer
Full-frame telephoto zoom for Sony with VC stabilization covering 50-400mm. It reaches 400mm without the weight of a 150-600mm.
Pros
- 8x range
- VC stabilization
- Lighter than 150-600mm lenses at about 1,155 g
Cons
- Slow variable aperture
- Heavier than short telephotos
Verdict
This is a wildlife zoom for Sony users who want reach at a manageable size.
About this lens
The Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD is a full-frame superzoom lens covering 50-400mm at f/4.5-6.3 for Sony E mount cameras, with Vibration Compensation. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.
Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD specifications
- Brand
- Tamron
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 50-400mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.5
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- VXD
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.25 m
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 1155 g
- Length
- 183 mm
- Diameter
- 89 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD?
- Wildlife
- Sports
- Travel telephoto
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
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 | 50–400mm | 5.2–39.6° | 6.2–46.8° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 75–600mm | 3.4–27° | 4.1–32.2° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD a full-frame lens?
Yes. It covers the full 35mm frame on full-frame E-mount bodies, and it also works on APS-C E-mount bodies with a crop.
Does the Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD have stabilization?
Yes. Tamron's VC (Vibration Compensation) is built into the lens, which helps keep handheld shots steady at slower shutter speeds.
Is the Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lighter than 150-600mm lenses?
Yes, at about 1,155 g it is lighter than 150-600mm lenses, though it reaches only 400mm.
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