The Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD Lens Sony Esuits both video and photo needs with a unique focal length range that includes an ultra-wide 17mm position that's perfect for broad fields of view as well as for interior settings, architectural subjects, and even when recording vlogs at arm's length. The range extends to 50mm, offering a normal-length field of view, that suits portraits and tighter perspective of everyday subjects. Also, it has impressive close-up performance, with a 7.5" minimum focusing distance at the wide end and 11.8" on the long end, for working with nearby subjects. This flexible range is backed by a constant f/4 maximum aperture that helps prioritize portability and make this an ideal walkaround lens.

The lens design is also well-suited to multimedia use with the inclusion of a VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor for quick and quiet autofocus performance. The lens also has an internal zoom and internal focus design, meaning the overall length doesn't change during use for more intuitive handling that is easy to balance when working with a gimbal stabilizer.

Additionally, in terms of physical design, the 17-50mm has a moisture-resistant design with a front fluorine coating that makes cleaning simple and straightforward. It uses 67mm filters, just like most other Tamron mirrorless lenses, and it's also compatible with the Tamron Lens Utility software for fine-tuning lens performance to suit your needs.

Full-Frame | Constant Max Aperture: f/4    Ultra-Wide to Normal Zoom Lens    VXD Linear Motor Focus Mechanism    Internal Zoom & Focus    Moisture-Resistant Construction    Fluorine Coating

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. what type of cable do I use for firmware updates? Model A067 & A068

A: Depending on what USB input your computer accepts, you can use either the Pearstone USB 2.0 Type-C Charge & Sync Cable (6', Black), B&H # PEUSB5CMCM6 or the Pearstone USB-C 3.1 to USB-A Charge & Sync Cable (3'), B&H # PEUSB313CMA3 for firmware updates.

Q: 2. Will it work with the new Sony a 7SC camera?

A: Yes, it'll work on any Sony E-Mount camera like the A7C or A7S series.

Q: 3. Hood?

A: The compatible hood is the Tamron HA058, which we do not offer on its own at this time.

Q: 4. Thank you for answering my last question. Is there a extender that works with the Tamron 35-150

A: No, the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E is not compatible with a teleconverter.

Q: 5. Is the software Mac compatible?

A: The Tamron Lens Utility software that is compatible with the Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD Lens (Sony E) is not Mac compatible.

Q: 6. Will it focus fast enough for shooting basketball under the basket? Will mount to a Z9.

A: The autofocus performance of the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Lens (Nikon Z), when mounted on the Nikon Z9 Mirrorless Camera, is excellent for photographing basketball.

Q: 7. Does this lens have image stabilization?

A: This lens will not have Image stabilization. The only stabilization you'll get is from the camera body.

Q: 8. I'd like to use this on the Ronin 4D, what is the weight of the lens?

A: The Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD Lens (Sony E) weighs 16.02oz.

Q: 9. Can this lens work with Sony 1.4TC ( teleconverter)?

A: Unfortunately this lens is not compatible with the Sony teleconverter.

Q: 10. what is the minimum autofocus distance? yes i understand you can do 10" with manual focus. but what about af distane? thanks

A: The minimum focus distance 10.6". Auto focus or manual focus.