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150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
- 150-500mm
- f/5.0
- Telephoto Zoom
- Stabilized
- Min focus 0.6 m
Quick answer
A telephoto zoom for Sony full-frame with VC stabilization and VXD linear motors, covering 150-500mm. It reaches further than most 100-400mm lenses.
Pros
- Long reach
- VC stabilization
- VXD linear-motor focus
Cons
- Slow variable aperture
- Large for handholding
Verdict
It is a third-party option for telephoto work on Sony.
About this lens
A 150-500mm f/5-6.7 full-frame telephoto zoom lens, the Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD is designed for Sony E mount bodies, with Vibration Compensation. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD specifications
- Brand
- Tamron
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 150-500mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/5.0
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- VXD
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.6 m
- Filter thread
- 82 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD?
- Wildlife
- Birds
- Motorsports
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 | 150–500mm | 4.1–13.7° | 5–16.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 225–750mm | 2.7–9.1° | 3.3–11° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD have stabilization?
Yes. Tamron's VC (Vibration Compensation) stabilization is built in, which helps with handheld shots at long focal lengths.
Is the Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD heavier than a 100-400?
Yes. It is larger and heavier than a 100-400mm zoom, which is the trade-off for the extra reach.
Is the Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD full-frame?
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.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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