Question 1

Is the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD good for astrophotography?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the constant f/2.8 aperture and 17mm wide end are a solid combination for night sky shooting. A wider maximum aperture means shorter exposure times, which helps reduce star trails. Pair it with a Sony body that has good high-ISO performance and in-body stabilisation for sharper results on static foreground subjects. The 0.19m minimum focus distance is also handy for including close-up rocks or foreground interest in astro compositions.

Question 2

What filter size does the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD use?

Accepted Answer

The Tamron 17-28mm f 2.8 Di III RXD uses a 67mm filter thread. That's a relatively compact size for an f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom, and 67mm filters are widely available — circular polarisers and ND filters in this size are easy to find without breaking the budget.

Question 3

Does the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 have image stabilisation?

Accepted Answer

No, there is no optical image stabilisation built into the lens. For handheld shooting, you'll want a Sony body with in-body image stabilisation (IBIS). Most modern Sony Alpha full-frame bodies include IBIS, so this is rarely a practical limitation. For video work, the near-silent RXD autofocus motor still makes it a smooth performer.

Question 4

How close can the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD focus?

Accepted Answer

The minimum focus distance is 0.19 metres — that's unusually close for an ultra-wide zoom. It means you can fill the frame with a subject like a flower, a product, or a textured surface while still getting that dramatic wide-angle perspective in the background. It opens up creative compositions that a more typical 0.28–0.35m minimum focus distance wouldn't allow.

Question 5

Is the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD good for video and vlogging?

Accepted Answer

It works well for video. The RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) motor keeps autofocus noise out of your audio, which matters if you're recording with the built-in mic or a hotshoe mic. The 17mm wide end gives enough field of view for self-shooting vlog content, and the constant f/2.8 keeps exposure consistent when you zoom during a shot. No optical stabilisation means shaky handheld footage without IBIS, so use a gimbal or a stabilised body.

Question 6

How does the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 compare to the Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8?

Accepted Answer

Both are f/2.8 ultra-wide zooms for Sony E-mount at a similar price tier. The Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary starts 1mm wider at 16mm and ends at 28mm, so the zoom ranges nearly overlap. The Tamron is lighter at 420g. The choice often comes down to the extra millimetre at the wide end versus the Tamron's notably closer minimum focus distance of 0.19m — useful if close-focus creative work matters to you. Either lens is a strong option for landscape and travel shooting.

Question 7

Is buying a used Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 worth it?

Accepted Answer

For most Sony mirrorless shooters, yes. The lens is built with moisture resistance and uses internal zoom mechanics that tend to age well with normal use. Buying second-hand means you get the same optical performance at a lower entry cost. On Camera-tweedehands.nl, every used lens is professionally inspected and individually photographed before listing, and comes with a minimum 12 months warranty — so you're not buying blind.

Question 8

What Sony cameras is the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD compatible with?

Accepted Answer

It fits any camera with a Sony E-mount, which covers the full Sony Alpha mirrorless range — both APS-C bodies and full-frame models. On a full-frame body it delivers the intended 17–28mm field of view. On an APS-C body the crop factor narrows this to approximately 25.5–42mm equivalent, which is less interesting as an ultra-wide option, so full-frame use is where it really shines.

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