Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Wide-Angle Zoom Lens for Sony E AFA046S-700

Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Wide-Angle Zoom Lens for Sony E (AFA046S-700)

FEATURES & DESCRIPTION

This lens gives lift to a new range of creative choices

Where large aperture (F/2.8) meets small filter size (67mm). Smallest and lightest ultra wide-angle zoom lens in its class*.

The 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) features a filter diameter of 67mm (astonishingly small for a full-frame, large aperture, ultra wide-angle zoom lens) as well as an unprecedented light weight of 420g and diminutive length of 99mm. The compact size provides excellent balance on the small profile mirrorless cameras and is easy to carry.

*Among ultra wide-angle zoom lenses with an F-stop of F/2.8 or faster for full-frame camera. (As of May, 2019: Tamron)

Large aperture F/2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless

Step out of the normal lens zone and into the wilds of wide-angle. The 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) is a large aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E-mount that was designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras and provides unrivalled portability and superb image quality. It’s the smallest and lightest weight zoom lens in its class. The dramatic 17-28mm zoom range adds new dimensions to photographing landscapes, cityscapes, mountains and scenic vistas—as well as groups and building interiors. Despite its compact size, it offers outstanding optical performance. Strategically deployed LD (Low Dispersion) and XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) lens elements thoroughly suppress chromatic aberration. The combination of ultra wide-angle focal length and an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.19m (7.5 in) at the wide-angle end encourages richly expressive and creative photography. The new 17-28mm zoom’s AF drive system is powered by the RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor unit that enables it to deliver high-speed, high-precision operation. In addition, the new zoom lens features Moisture-Resistant Construction and a hydrophobic Fluorine Coating that repels fingerprints and dirt. This compact but powerful tool will boost your mobility and drive your vision of capturing subjects in new ways.

Beautifully capture every scene and vista

The 17-28mm zoom provides magnificent image quality without compromise despite its compactness. Two LD lens elements and one XLD element (which has properties close to fluorite) are precisely located to quash chromatic and other aberrations. In addition, the BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating applied to lens surfaces reduces ghosting and flare that are otherwise likely to occur when shooting against the sunset’s glow and other backlit situations. Leveraging camera functions*, it provides excellent optical performance matching the latest high resolution image sensors from edge-to-edge throughout the entire zoom range. The 17-28mm zoom invites you into the breathtaking world of ultra wide-angle photography.

Superior close-up shooting performance empowers creativity

The 17-28mm zoom features a MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.19m (7.5 in) at the wide 17mm end, rendering a maximum magnification ratio of 1:5.2. At the tele end, the MOD is 0.26m (10.2 in) and the maximum magnification ratio is 1:6. You can easily get close for a powerful shot. Plus, you can produce soft expressions with a shallow depth of field distinctive to large aperture lenses by fully opening the aperture when shooting close to the subject.

What's in the box

- Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E

- Tamron SP Front Lens Cap (67mm)

- Rear Lens Cap

- Lens Hood

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